JOINT BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS TOWNSHIP OF BRICK MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON MARCH 20, 2017

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1 JOINT BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS TOWNSHIP OF BRICK MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON MARCH 20, 2017 IN ATTENDANCE: Ronald M. Gaskill, Sr. James J. Riccio Edward P. Slowinski Ronald M. Braen, Jr. Stephen W. Earl, Jr. John C. Hefferon Joseph J. Pawlowicz, Jr. James J. Lepore, Jr. Christopher J. Matseur Robert J. Salmon Donald Wilkinson Robert B. Winemiller, III Jay C. Sendzik, Esq. EXCUSED: Walter A. Eaton, Jr. Steven P. Gerling Charles F. Turner The New Jersey Open Public Meetings Law, N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., was enacted to insure the right of the public to have advance notice of and to attend the meetings of public bodies at which any business affecting their interests is discussed or acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of this Act, the Joint Board of Fire Commissioners of the Township of Brick has caused notice of this meeting to be published by having the date, time, place and agenda to the extent known thereof posted as follows: 1. Published in the Asbury Park Press on December 22, Published in the Brick Times on December 31, Filed written notice with the Township Clerk on December 20, Posted written notice on the Official Bulletin Board at the Township Municipal Building, Bureau of Fire Safety, and office of the Joint Board of Fire Commissioners 5. Posted on Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:33 p.m. by President Pawlowicz, followed by flag salute, announcement of emergency exits and roll call. Counsel announced that reorganization must be conducted and opened up nominations for President. A motion was made by Commissioner Lepore and seconded by Commissioner Salmon to move on consent agenda for all officers to remain the same; namely: President Joseph J. Pawlowicz, Jr. Vice President Steven P. Gerling Secretary John C. Hefferon Treasurer Ronald M. Gaskill, Sr. Joint Board of Fire Commissioners, Twp. of Brick, March 20, 2017 Meeting Minutes 1

2 The secretary cast the ballot. All in favor. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, A motion was made by Commissioner Lepore and seconded by Commissioner Wilkinson to approve the following reorganization resolutions by way of consent agenda: Resolution Designating Newspapers and Public Places for Postings; Resolution Authorizing a Contract for Auditing Services; Resolution Authorizing a Contract for Accounting Services; Resolution Authorizing Establishment of an Official Depository; Resolution Authorizing Establishment of a Payroll Account; Resolution Establishing Payment of Salaries, Wages and Other Compensation; Resolution Fixing the Salaries, Wages, Compensation and Benefits for Officials and Employees of the Joint Board of Fire Commissioners for Fiscal Year 2017; Resolution Reaffirming the Board s Prior Actions, By-laws, Policies, Directives, Decisions, Orders, Actions, Contracts, Obligations, Rules and Regulations, and Other Acts and Practices; and Resolution Authorizing Payment of Claims. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, Commissioner Slowinski, Commissioner Braen, Commissioner Earl, Commissioner Lepore, Commissioner Matseur, Commissioner Salmon, Commissioner Wilkinson, Commissioner Winemiller, Commissioner Hefferon, President Pawlowicz Yes (12), No (0). Motion passed. Approval of the Minutes A motion was made by Commissioner Slowinski and seconded by Commissioner Salmon to approve the February 20, 2017 regular meeting minutes. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Winemiller, Commissioner Hefferon, President Pawlowicz Yes (11), Abstain Commissioner Riccio (1), No (0). Motion passed. Correspondence Public Participation (Agenda Items Only) Treasurer s Report A profit & loss report and balance sheet were distributed to Board members. A motion was made by Commissioner Braen and seconded by Commissioner Matseur to accept the unaudited financial statements. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, Joint Board of Fire Commissioners, Twp. of Brick, March 20, 2017 Meeting Minutes 2

3 Approval of Requisitions Approval of Vouchers and Bills A motion was made by Commissioner Salmon and seconded by Commissioner Matseur to approve the bills as presented including any additions. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, Commissioner Slowinski, Commissioner Braen, Commissioner Earl, Commissioner Lepore, Commissioner Matseur, Commissioner Salmon, Commissioner Wilkinson, Commissioner Winemiller, Commissioner Hefferon, President Pawlowicz Yes (12), No (0). Motion passed. The Commissioners each voted present on any payment(s) to themselves. Board Member s Request to Schedule Board Agenda Item District Presidents Report Fire District 1 Fire District 2 Fire District 3 Fire Official s Report Bureau Chief Kevin Batzel s report was distributed. He added that the fire companies did an excellent job with manpower during two recent structure fires. A motion was made by Commissioner Earl and seconded by Commissioner Matseur to appoint David Bahrenburg, Frank Beshears and Michael Wenz as part time Fire Prevention Specialists who qualify under the same civil service requirements. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, A motion was made by Commissioner Gaskill and seconded by Commissioner Wilkinson to accept Chief Batzel s report. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, Fire Chiefs Report Station 21 Station 22 Station 23 Station 24 Fire Academy Training Officer s Report Training Officer Richard Orlando s report was distributed. Discussion ensued on the roof simulators at the Fire Training Center which are in need of repair. Officer Orlando expanded on the declining condition of the simulators and noted that Pioneer Hose Assistant Chief Gaskill helped with a proposed design to re-build the simulators as practically and cost-effectively as possible. A motion was made by Commissioner Lepore and seconded by Commissioner Salmon Joint Board of Fire Commissioners, Twp. of Brick, March 20, 2017 Meeting Minutes 3

4 to approve the aforementioned work to the roof simulators in the amount of $8,000. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, Commissioner Slowinski, Commissioner Braen, Commissioner Earl, Commissioner Lepore, Commissioner Matseur, Commissioner Salmon, Commissioner Wilkinson, Commissioner Winemiller, Commissioner Hefferon, President Pawlowicz Yes (12), No (0). Motion passed. A motion was made by Commissioner Slowinski and seconded by Commissioner Winemiller to accept Officer Orlando s report. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, Commissioner Slowinski, Commissioner Braen, Commissioner Earl, Commissioner Lepore, Explorer Post Report Township Communications Report Commissioner Riccio advised that the Chiefs should refer to Bureau Chief Batzel s for information on using MDTs after updates are completed. Standing Committees Business and Management Committee Progress continues on the cell tower. The projected cost to enable internal control of the Knox system and units is $15,000. For budgeting purposes this will be considered next year. Lobby enclosure at the District 1/Joint Board offices for added security and to provide access to the first floor conference room was discussed. A motion was made by Commissioner Riccio and seconded by Commissioner Lepore to authorize the project in the amount of $6,300. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, Commissioner Slowinski, Commissioner Braen, Commissioner Earl, Commissioner Lepore, Commissioner Matseur, Commissioner Salmon, Commissioner Wilkinson, Commissioner Winemiller, Commissioner Hefferon, President Pawlowicz Yes (12), No (0). Motion passed. Discussion ensued on an Employee Assistance Program available through Preferred Behavioral Health. A motion was made by Commissioner Slowinski and seconded by Commissioner Matseur to enter into a one-year agreement with said organization to provide a wide variety of services to members of all four fire companies and full time Bureau/Joint Board employees. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, Commissioner Slowinski, Commissioner Braen, Commissioner Earl, Commissioner Lepore, Commissioner Matseur, Commissioner Salmon, Commissioner Wilkinson, Commissioner Winemiller, Commissioner Hefferon, President Pawlowicz Yes (12), No (0). Motion passed. Research was done by all three districts for a feasibility study on hiring an in-house mechanic for Township-wide repairs and maintenance of fire apparatus. The Committee will continue to monitor costs, look at various factors involved, and report back to the Board. Joint Board of Fire Commissioners, Twp. of Brick, March 20, 2017 Meeting Minutes 4

5 Chiefs Committee Commissioner Matseur reported that a Joint Chiefs meeting was held tonight prior to this meeting. Member response will be discussed at the next Chiefs meeting to get ideas on recruitment and consolidation of companies. Technical Rescue Committee Captain Paul Mazzeo s report was distributed. He inquired if an agreement is in place with BTMUA. The Board directed Captain Mazzeo to follow up with Committee Chairman Turner with regard to confined space training for the Brick and Lakewood MUAs. Training Officer Orlando suggested that additional training could be made available through the Training Center. Captain Mazzeo also noted that BTMUA is in the process of marking hydrants with spring-loaded flags for visibility. A motion was made by Commissioner Salmon and seconded by Commissioner Earl to accept Captain Mazzeo s report. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, Old Business President Pawlowicz informed the Board that the proposed Workers Compensation Report of Injury or Illness for the Joint Board was approved by District 2. Commissioner Slowinski noted that District 1 uses a workers compensation report form that is specific to District 1 s plan. A motion was made by Commissioner Braen and seconded by Commissioner Riccio to adopt the aforementioned report for use by the Joint Board and Bureau. Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, Commissioner Slowinski, Commissioner Braen, Commissioner Earl, Commissioner Lepore, Commissioner Matseur, Commissioner Salmon, Commissioner Wilkinson, Commissioner Winemiller, Commissioner Hefferon, President Pawlowicz Yes (12), No (0). Motion passed. New Business A motion was made by Commissioner Riccio and seconded by Commissioner Lepore to move a Resolution Authorizing a Contract with State Contract Vendors for the purchase of a 2017 Police Interceptor Utility, all-wheel drive vehicle, additional equipment and related installation from Cherry Hill Winner Ford in the amount of $28, Roll call: Commissioner Gaskill, Commissioner Riccio, Commissioner Slowinski, Commissioner Braen, Commissioner Earl, Commissioner Lepore, Commissioner Matseur, Commissioner Salmon, Commissioner Wilkinson, Commissioner Winemiller, Commissioner Hefferon, President Pawlowicz Yes (12), No (0). Motion passed. Solicitor s Report Auditor s Report Joint Board of Fire Commissioners, Twp. of Brick, March 20, 2017 Meeting Minutes 5

6 President s Report President Pawlowicz thanked his fellow Commissioners for re-appointing him as Joint Board President. Future Agenda Items Miscellaneous Public Participation (General Fire Service Matters) Good of the Board Closed Session Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 7:58 p.m. Respectfully submitted, John C. Hefferon, Secretary Joint Board of Fire Commissioners Township of Brick Joint Board of Fire Commissioners, Twp. of Brick, March 20, 2017 Meeting Minutes 6