Basalt Fire-Rescue Newsletter
June 2011
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A MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF
Scott Thompson
I will be out on vacation June 2nd though the 19th and unfortunately will not be in attendance at the volunteer meeting this month. I promise that I will think of all of you while I am enjoying a little sun and the ocean.
With the snowpack still looming in the higher terrain we face the strong possibility of flooding. As we get later into the season the possibility of having a warm spell coupled with warm nights could set the stage for extreme run-off. Please have heightened awareness during any situation that we may be asked to respond to and plan your actions, we should never react without a plan. Our safety is paramount and working in and around our rivers exposes our people to very real dangers. Please be safe and cautious during the entire water season.
On May 19th we began interviewing for the position of EMS Director. We have been very fortunate to have several very qualified applicants. We have offered the position to a very qualified and experienced gentleman currently out of the Flagstaff area. I am in the process of making an employment offer and hopefully acceptance by the applicant before making this official.
We will be changing work days and schedules for Jerry and Brooke, this enables weekend coverage. Jerry will begin a 4 day work week during June which will include weekend days. Also Brooke has agreed to move to a schedule that will give us the advantage of daytime coverage on weekends. Neither job duties nor responsibilities will change just individual schedules. This will help us with coverage as we enter into our busy season.
UPDATE FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jenn Lemke
Planned Agenda for the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
June 23, 2011 @ 1700
· Minutes
· Reports
§ Chief’s Report
§ Financial Report
§ Attorney’s Report
§ Committees’
· Board Member Comments
· Staff Comment
· Unfinished Business
· New Business
· Training Opportunities
Adjourn
Minutes from the Special Meeting of the Pension Board
May 26, 2011
§ Petition for recognition of a common law marriage as it pertains to survivor benefits.
Minutes from the Regular Board Meeting of the Board of Directors
May 26, 2011
§ Chief Leach of Carbondale addressed the board regarding consolidation
§ Scott stated that interviews for the EMS Director job had been completed and there was a potential candidate.
§ The board received the preliminary tax abstracts showing a 22% decrease for Pitkin and a 32% decrease for Eagle.
§ The Board approved a grant for Health Wellness Program in the amount of $25,000
§ The Board approved and amendment change in the pet policy for Station 41
§ The Board and Scott gave kudos to the volunteers for the Lower River Road Fire and the CPR save.
CYBER CORNER
Steve Howard
(No article available this month)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
TO YOU!
Christine Benton
Doug Weiser
Harlan Nimmo
Erin Halverson
Michael Hutton
Steve McKenney
Chris Cohan
SAFETY MESSAGE
Bill McEnteer
CHALLENGE
Driving is one of the most dangerous tasks for firefighters. Despite our intensive efforts to increase our safety awareness, there are firefighters who do not wear seatbelts. In too many tragedies, we find that wearing the seat belt could have saved a life. Let’s join and take the pledge!
DISCUSSION
· Do you buckle up prior to leaving the station every time, if not, why not?
· Do you feel comfortable asking a team mate to buckle up?
· How doest the department handle seat belt violations?
· Have you signed the pledge, if not, why not?
The greatest asset of the fire service is our people; protect them!
EMS NEWS
Jim Garner
It appears that summer is finally approaching; this means that school is out and increased outdoor activities for children. With that in mind, reviewing treatment for pediatric trauma is in order. If you have any questions or concerns come in and talk with the ALS staff. Also June is CPR refresher and re- certification. Those of you needing to recert, see Rock for the code to complete the online course, then print certificate and bring to skills session. All members are required to attend CPR refresher twice a year. EMS training this month is CPR refresher and re-certification.
FATHER’S DAY
JUNE 19th
HOORAY FOR SUMMER!!!
June 21st
(The official first day of summer and the longest day of the year)
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