SEMI-ANNUAL MEETING. Attendance was taken by Sign-In Sheets attached to the original minutes. A Minute of Silence was observed for departed members.

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1 SEMI-ANNUAL MEETING Meeting, Date and Time Attendance Minute of Silence Welcome New Members Minutes Presentation on Comfort Services The Semi-Annual Meeting of the Fire Service Association of Nova Scotia was held on Sunday, at 10:00 am at the Nova Scotia Firefighters School, Waverley, Nova Scotia. Attendance was taken by Sign-In Sheets attached to the original minutes. A Minute of Silence was observed for departed members. A welcome to the Nova Scotia Firefighters School was given by Bill Fukes. New members stood and Introduced themselves to the members attending the meeting. ON MOTION OF LEON LEBLANC AND RUSS MACKINTOSH, THE MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL MEETING HELD ON OCTOBER 3, 2004 WERE APPROVED AS CIRCULATED. MOTION Joanne Lawler, Canadian Red Cross and John Webb, Community Services, made a presentation to the Association advising on comfort services available through those two agencies during an emergency. A copy of the presentation from Ms. Lawler is attached. It was noted that the comfort centres are not intended to help most vulnerable people in a community to get warm, have a meal and then most are expected to return home to sleep or go to friends or relatives, it was indicated that the centres are not to help every person. Mention was made that the Red Cross has 250 cots throughout the province, but more could be obtained through Ottawa and the military. It was noted that the Red Cross operates on volunteers and five staff persons across the province and they are always looking for more volunteers and to community groups for assistance. A discussion was held with various members of the Association asking questions of Ms. Lawler and Mr. Webb. It was noted that to open a comfort centre or contact the Red Cross it must be done through a municipal EOC. In response to a question, it was indicated that EMO Coordinators would be provided with a list of supplies that should be in a comfort centre. It was noted that the public are to be encouraged to be more self sufficient with EMO and the Red Cross are stressing self reliance with individuals to prepare themselves including having a flashlight, radio with batteries, extra batteries, food, and extra blankets for beds, as well, people should incorporate preparedness when constructing a new home. It was mentioned that it is not optimum to have halls with 250 people in them with only one washroom.

2 FSANS Semi-Annual Meeting 2 It was indicated that Community Services pays for food and reimbursement can be accessed through the Emergency Measurers Coordinators. Executive Director s Report Ann Longley gave her report as Executive Director, a copy is attached to the original minutes. ON MOTION OF ANN LONGLEY AND KEN KELLY, THE REPORT OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BE RECEIVED. MOTION Resolutions Conference Report Russell Mosher advised that one resolution had been received from the Kings County Firefighters Association and it will be presented at the Annual Meeting. Ian MacKinnon presented the attached report on plans for the 1 st Annual Conference to be held in October at the Bible Hill Fire Department. ON MOTION OF IAN MACKINNON AND RUSS MACKINTOSH, THE REPORT OF THE CONFERENCE COMMITTEE BE RECEIVED. MOTION Director to Maritime Fire Chiefs Association Russell Mosher advised that the Board had not met since last fall and indicated the registration forms for the conference in Fredericton had been mailed. ON MOTION OF RUSSELL MOSHER AND KEITH TATTRIE, THE REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR TO THE MARITIME FIRE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION BE RECEIVED. MOTION Director to CAFC Brent Denny, Director to CAFC, indicated that the of CAFC, Mike Eddy, sends his regrets. He advised of his attendance at face to face meetings held in Ottawa between the CAFC and Government Departments and various topics discussed. ON MOTION OF BRENT DENNY AND KEN KELLY, THE REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR TO THE CAFC BE RECEIVED. MOTION Report of Fire Marshal The Fire Marshal, Bob Cormier, indicated that since Hurricane Juan one of the problems experienced has been maintaining contacts with the fire service with becoming most critical and his Department is attempting to obtain an for every fire department so they can communicate by rather than by regular mail which saves on postage and paper. He reported that the haz mat materials have all been distributed. He expressed thanks to Terry Canning as they were able to acquire more radio equipment. Bob Cormier noted that the appeal process has now

3 FSANS Semi-Annual Meeting 3 been moved to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board and the Fire Service Board and Advisory Board have been put in place. province. He advised that the certification program is now recognized by the Pro Board under NFPA and if anyone has any questions on this they should direct them to his office. Brent Denny noted at the meeting of fire service in Ottawa, one item discussed that needs input is a day to honor fallen firefighters. It was indicated that it is felt that the proper time is during fire prevention week, although this year s date has been set by the National Committee. It was noted that he most relevant date is December 6 th, the date of the Halifax Explosion where the most Canadian firefighters were lost, however, it is often too cold to hold outdoor services. Bob noted the changes with schools and the Department of Education has hired a Fire Protection Engineer and developed a plan for schools. ON MOTION OF BRENT DENNY AND JOHN CUNNINGHAM, THE REPORT OF THE FIRE MARSHAL BE RECEIVED. During discussion on the Fire Marshal s Report, Terry Canning emphasized the use of the CAP sites can be used by Fire Departments and suggested the Fire Marshal promote those. Also discussed was a suitable date to honour fallen firefighters. THE VOTE WAS TAKEN ON THE MOTION AND THE MOTION NS Firefighters School Fire Advisory Council Bill Fukes presented a verbal report on the activities at the Nova Scotia Firefighters School during the year. Mentioned was the student numbers and financial position of the School. Brent Denny advised that Fred Fox and Russell Mosher are also members of the Council and there has held one meeting. At the meeting there were discussions on getting control over the license plate issue and insuring that applications do not get in wrong hands. It was also noted it has been identified there is a need for traffic control training and meetings will be held shortly. Also at the meeting was the presentation heard today from the Red Cross and Community Services on comfort centres. The Fire Marshal advised he has a printout of everyone in the province who has a fire license plate and if anyone has a question, please contact his office. ON MOTION OF BRENT DENNY AND BERNIE MACKINNON, THE REPORT OF THE FIRE ADVISORY COUNCIL BE RECEIVED. MOTION

4 FSANS Semi-Annual Meeting 4 Recess and Reconvene Presentation DNR By-laws CIS The meeting then recessed for lunch and reconvened at 1:00 pm. Walter Fanning and Bob Uttera made the attached presentation regarding DNR services. It was noted that a Focus Group will be at the next Board of Directors meeting and that a further report will be given at the Annual Meeting in October. A copy of draft By-law amendments were presented as attached to these minutes. The amendments will be presented at the Annual Meeting for approval. Thys Molenaar presented the report of the Critical Incident Stress Committee as attached to these minutes. ON MOTION OF THYS MOLENAAR AND MAC NOBLE, THE REPORT OF THE CRITICAL INCIDENT STRESS COMMITTEE BE RECEIVED. MOTION Nominating Committee Tom Bremner noted the recent illness of Doug MacLean which resulted in his resignation from the Nominating Committee and the Association will miss his service. He advised the, First and Second Vice s intend to continue for another year. ON MOTION OF TOM BREMNER AND BERNIE MACKINNON, THE REPORT OF THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE BE RECEIVED. MOTION Report of The First Vice took the chair. Brent Denny,, made the attached written report to the Association on his activities since the Annual Meeting when he as elected. ON MOTION OF BRENT DENNY AND BERNIE MACKINNON, THE REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT BE RECEIVED. MOTION Report of First Vice Fred Fox gave the attached report as First Vice of the Association on his activities since taking office. ON MOTION OF FRED FOX AND RUSSELL MOSHER, THE REPORT OF THE FIRST VICE PRESIDENT BE RECEIVED. MOTION Report of Second Vice Russell Mosher reported on meetings he has attended to date this year.

5 FSANS Semi-Annual Meeting 5 ON MOTION OF RUSSELL MOSHER AND GARY MAILMAN, THE REPORT OF THE SECOND VICE PRESIDENT BE RECEIVED. MOTION Swearing in of Directors Wearing of Medals at Funeral Audit Investment Donation to CIS Media Coverage of Attend Meetings Adjournment Past, Tom Bremner, conducted the taking of the oath by the incoming Directors present at the meeting. Russ Mackintosh reported that he has checked regarding the wearing of medals at a funeral and it is the Chief who makes the decision whether or not medals are to be work at the funeral. It was noted that the Executive are exploring having a year audit performed by a qualified person, this is being done as a result of a recommendation from the Audit Committee and will be done prior to the end of August. ON MOTION OF TOM BREMNER AND JOHN CRAIG, THE ASSOCIATION AUTHORIZES THE INVESTMENT OF $10,000 IN AN APPROPRIATE FUNDING ARRANGEMENT. MOTION ON MOTION OF DARRELL GEDDES AND BILL RHODENIZER, THE ASSOCIATION APPROVES A DONATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $500 TO THE CIS COMMITTEE. MOTION It was noted that it is important to have the media attending meetings of the Association. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned. Approved by: Ann L. Longley Executive Director