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Central Ohio Joint Fire District
The Central Ohio Joint Fire District was formed March 16,2000. COJFD serves the Village of Centerburg, Hilliar Twp., Liberty Twp., Milford Twp., and through a contractual agreement, South Bloomfield Twp. in Morrow County. COJFD covers an area of approximately 128 square miles, serving approximately 9000 residents. The station is staffed 24 hours a day 7 days a week with a minimum of 1 Paramedic/Firefighter and 2 EMT/Firefighters resulting in a 7 minute average response from time of call until on scene. COJFD is governed by a Fire Board consisting of a trustee from each township, a member of village council and a member at large from the community. Central Ohio Joint Fire District proudly serves the "Heart of Ohio".
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CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES November 13, 2012
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Station House, located at 5138 Columbus Road, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Dave Beck, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dale Pennington Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall John Thatcher, Knox County George Blocker Prosecutor Dale Landis
Public Dave Grumney Firefighter Ron Cunningham Lt. Dave Miller Firefighter Griffin Bandy Firefighter Tisha Maharg
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Beck at 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC Mr. Dave Grumney had previously emailed the Board his concerns that there was not sufficient self-rescue training at the department. Chief Porter indicated he had not received a copy of this email but noted the department does training and that there was a Rapid Intervention SOG in place. The Board requested a copy of the self-rescue training record.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Pennington made a motion to approve the minutes from the regular meeting on October 16, 2012. Mr. Blocker seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Landis, Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Mr. Pennington and Chairman Beck. In the negative: none.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mrs. Clippinger made the following transfer of monies in order to pay the bills: $1,900 from Natural Gas to Electric – electric for the rest of 2012 $ 580 from Property Insurance to Dues/Fees – MED3000 Refund Mr. Blocker made a motion to approve the warrants as presented and Mr. Pennington seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Landis, Mr. Hall, Chairman Beck, Mr. Blocker and Mr. Pennington. In the negative: none.
Mrs. Clippinger indicated she had spoken with AEP Energy in regards to getting a lower KWH rate for the District’s electric usage. The rate was reduced to $0.078 per KWH, which is $0.04 less than the current rate. This rate is locked in for 24 months.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
The Board requested reports be moved to after Accounts Payable.
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – The Committee had met on November 2nd and discussed a equipment replacement schedule. Personnel Committee – The Board requested Chief Porter’s evaluation be completed as soon as possible. Mrs. Clippinger will supply previous evaluations for their review too. Audit Committee – Nothing to report. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report. To be discussed under New Business. Prosecutor’s Office – Prosecutor Thatcher noted once a political sign is placed on a governmental property, any political sign may be placed on that property. The governmental agency does not have the authorization to determine which signs can be placed there.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
All items on the list are deemed surplus. All items, with the exception of the ambulance, are valued at less than $2,500 each. All radios listed are to be donated to any entity that can use them. The ambulance is to be advertised for sale for its highest value. Chief Porter has the authority to dispose of the other items as he deems appropriate. Mr. Blocker seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Landis, Mr. Hall, Chairman Beck, Mr. Blocker and Mr. Pennington. In the negative: none.
All monies from Tax Collection fees to Repairs & Maintenance All monies from Property Insurance to Repairs & Maintenance Mr. Hall seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Landis, Mr. Hall, Chairman Beck, Mr. Blocker and Mr. Pennington. In the negative: none.
Mr. Blocker inquired about the OIC covering any OT the District might have. Chief Porter agreed to review this issue and report to the Board at the next meeting.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 9:43 p.m., Mr. Landis made a motion to adjourn until the next regular scheduled meeting on December 11, 2012, unless called upon for urgent business. Mr. Hall seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Landis, Chairman Beck, Mr. Blocker and Mr. Pennington. In the negative: none.
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES September 11, 2012
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, September 11, 2012 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Dave Beck, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dale Pennington Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall John Thatcher, Knox County George Blocker Prosecutor Dale Landis
Public Dave Grumney Firefighter Tisha Maharg Lt. David Miller Firefighter Tony Hulin Firefighter Bandy Griffin Firefighter Tim Belcher Kaleb Haught Otis Bandy Dave White
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Beck at 7:00 p.m. A moment of silence was observed in remembrance of 9/11.
The Board welcomed Mr. Dale Landis as the Liberty Township representative.
PUBLIC Firefighter Hulin indicated since the fire department vehicles were not in town, members of the community had questioned why. Firefighter Hulin felt the rule the vehicles were not to be in town, unless on a run, was counter-productive. Mr. Otis Bandy felt the firefighters should be allowed to drive department vehicles to town for lunch.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Hall made a motion to approve the minutes from the regular meeting on August 14, 2012. Mr. Pennington seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Mr. Pennington and Chairman Beck. In the negative: none. Abstained: Mr. Landis.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Chairman Beck questioned the bill from Big Ketch. Chief Porter indicated this was to upgrade the District’s computer system. Mr. Blocker made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Mr. Pennington seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Chairman Beck, Mr. Blocker and Mr. Pennington. In the negative: none. Abstained: Mr. Landis.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing to present Personnel Committee – Mr. Blocker and Mr. Pennington requested the District’s SOG be emailed to them. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
Prosecutor’s Office – Nothing to additional to present.
EXECUTIVE SESSION Mr. Blocker made a motion to adjourn to Executive Session at 8:35 p.m. to discuss the resignation of department personnel and Mr. Hall seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Landis, Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Mr. Pennington and Chairman Beck. In the negative: none.
Chairman Beck made a motion to adjourn out of Executive Session at 8:45 p.m. and Mr. Landis seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Landis, Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Mr. Pennington and Chairman Beck. In the negative: none.
Chairman Beck made a motion to accept the letter from Firefighter Calvin Messer as a letter of resignation and Mr. Pennington seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Landis, Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Mr. Pennington and Chairman Beck. In the negative: none.
Chairman Beck made a motion to accept the resignation of Firefighter John Wells and Mr. Blocker seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Landis, Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Mr. Pennington and Chairman Beck. In the negative: none.
Mr. Pennington made a motion to offer Mr. Kaleb Haught a conditional offer of employment, at $8.89 per hour and Mr. Blocker seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Landis, Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Mr. Pennington and Chairman Beck. In the negative: none.
Firefighter Joe McGuire has received his paramedic certification.
Chairman Beck made a recommendation that all meetings of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District be held at the District’s fire department and the rest of the Board agreed. Mrs. Clippinger will advertise this change.
Mrs. Clippinger indicated she was unable to attend the October 9, 2012 meeting. The Board agreed to re-schedule that meeting. Mrs. Clippinger will contact Board members to find a convenient date for all.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 9:00 p.m., Mr. Hall made a motion to adjourn until the next regular scheduled meeting, to be determined, unless called upon for urgent business. Chairman Beck seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Landis, Chairman Beck, Mr. Blocker and Mr. Pennington. In the negative: none.
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES August 14, 2012
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Dave Beck, Vice- Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dale Pennington Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall John Thatcher, Knox County George Blocker Prosecutor Patti Frazee
Public Dave Grumney
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Vice-Chairman Beck at 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC Mr. Dave Grumney wanted to donate money to use towards promoting the upcoming levy. The Board indicated he would need to give the money to Mr. Dave Humphrey, treasurer of the Levy Committee.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mrs. Frazee made a motion to approve the minutes from the budget hearing and the regular meeting on July 10, 2012. Mr. Hall seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Mr. Pennington and Vice-Chairman Beck. In the negative: none.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mrs. Frazee made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Mr. Pennington seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mrs. Frazee, Vice-Chairman Beck, Mr. Blocker and Mr. Pennington. In the negative: none.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
OLD BUSINESS
Strategic Planning – Chairman Beck and Mr. Blocker Personnel Committee – Mr. Hall and Mr. Pennington Audit Committee – Tabled until Liberty Township appoints a representative
NEW BUSINESS
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing to present Personnel Committee – Nothing to present. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
Prosecutor’s Office – Nothing to additional to present.
The Board thanked Mrs. Frazee for being on the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 8:05 p.m., Mrs. Frazee made a motion to adjourn until the next regular scheduled meeting on September 11, 2012, at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. Chairman Beck seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mrs. Frazee, Chairman Beck, Mr. Blocker and Mr. Pennington. In the negative: none.
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES July 10, 2012
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Dave Beck, Vice- Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dale Pennington Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall Jennifer Springer, Assistant Knox County George Blocker Prosecutor Patti Frazee
Public Dave Grumney
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Vice-Chairman Beck at 7:08 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mrs. Frazee made a motion to approve the minutes from the June 12, 2012 meeting and Vice-Chairman Beck seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall and Vice-Chairman Beck. In the negative: none. Abstained: Mr. Pennington
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE The District received the renewal notice for the Provident accident and health insurance policy. The renewal premium is $3,738 for the year. The Board discussed whether or not to renew this policy. Vice-Chairman Beck made a motion to table this issue until the August meeting and Mr. Pennington seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mrs. Frazee, Vice-Chairman Beck, Mr. Blocker and Mr. Pennington. In the negative: none.
Mrs. Clippinger indicated she had re-appropriate $600 from 1000-220-599(other) to 1000-220-322(garbage and trash removal) in order to pay the garbage bill for the rest of the year.
Mrs. Frazee made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Mr. Hall seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mrs. Frazee, Vice-Chairman Beck, Mr. Blocker and Mr. Pennington. In the negative: none.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing to present Personnel Committee – Nothing to present. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
Prosecutor’s Office – Nothing to additional to present.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 7:57 p.m., Mrs. Frazee made a motion to adjourn until the next regular scheduled meeting on August 14, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. Mr. Hall seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mrs. Frazee, Vice-Chairman Beck, Mr. Blocker and Mr. Pennington. In the negative: none.
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES July 10, 2012
The 2013 Budget hearing of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, July 10, 2012, at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Dave Beck, Vice-Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Patti Frazee Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall Jennifer Springer, Assistant Knox County George Blocker Prosecutor Dale Pennington
Public Dave Grumney
The 2013 Budget hearing of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Vice-Chairman Beck at 7:00 p.m.
Mrs. Clippinger indicated the 2013 budget would include no tax monies as revenue. This is due to the fact the county auditor cannot certify them since no levy has passed as of date. The Board also agreed there would be no increase to expenses on the budget. Mrs. Frazee made a motion to approve the 2013 budget as presented and Mr. Blocker seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Blocker, Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Pennington and Vice-Chairman Beck. In the negative: none.
ADJOURNMENT Mrs. Frazee made a motion to adjourn the 2013 Budget hearing at 7:07 p.m. Mr. Pennington seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Blocker, Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Pennington and Vice-Chairman Beck. In the negative: none.
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES June 12, 2012
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Porter Welch, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dave Beck Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall John Thatcher, Knox County George Blocker Prosecutor Patti Frazee
Public Dale Pennington
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Welch at 7:00 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the minutes from the May 8, 2012 meeting and Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mrs. Frazee made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Mr. Hall seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Mr. Blocker, Mrs. Frazee and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
OLD BUSINESS
Mrs. Frazee made a motion for the following resolution and Mr. Beck seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Hall, Mr. Blocker, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES, CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT, KNOX COUNTY, OHIO (R.C. 5705.19) Resolution No. 6.01.12
A Resolution stating the intent of putting a 5.50 mills renewal levy on the November 6th, 2012 ballot for fire protection. The Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, Knox County, Ohio met in regular session on the 12th day of June, 2012 at the Centerburg Village Council Chamber with the following members present:
Patti Frazee Dave Beck Roger Hall Porter Welch George Blocker
Mrs. Frazee moved for the adoption of the following resolution:
Whereas, in order for the Central Ohio Joint Fire District to continue providing efficient and effective fire protection and emergency medical services, the District intend to place a 5.50 mills renewal levy on the November 6th, 2012 ballot, commencing tax year 2012, for five years, ending 2016. Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District intend to place a 5.50 mills renewal levy on the November 6th, 2012 ballot, commencing tax year 2012, for five years, ending 2016. Mr. Beck seconded the motion, and the roll was called on the question of its adoption. The vote was as follows:
Patti Frazee aye Porter Welch aye George Blocker aye Dave Beck aye Roger Hall aye
Mr. Beck made a motion for the following resolution and Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Hall, Mr. Blocker, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none.
The Board approved and passed the following Resolution No. 6.02.12: RESOLUTION DECLARING IT NECESSARY TO LEVY A TAX IN EXCESS OF THE TEN MILL LIMITATION Rev. Code Sec. 5607.19, .191, .192, .194, .21, .26 The Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, Knox County, Ohio, met in regular session on the 12th day of June, 2012, at the office of the Centerburg Village Hall with the following members present:
Patti Frazee Roger Hall Dave Beck Porter Welch George Blocker
Mr. Beck moved the adoption of the following Resolution:
WHEREAS, The amount of taxes which may be raised within the ten mill limitation will be insufficient to provide an adequate amount for the necessary requirements of said Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, Knox County, Ohio; therefore be it RESOLVED, by the Central Ohio Joint Fire District for the purpose of providing and maintaining fire apparatus, appliances, buildings, or sites therefore, or sources of water supply and materials therefore, or the establishment and maintenance of lines of fire alarm telegraph, or the payment of firefighting companies or permanent, part-time, or volunteer firefighting, emergency medical service, administrative, or communications personnel to operate the same, including the payment of any employer contributions required for such personnel under section 145.48 or 742.34 of the Revised Code, or the purchase of ambulance equipment, or the provision of ambulance, paramedic, or other emergency medical services operated by a fire department or firefighting company (5705.19[I]) at a rate not exceeding 5.50 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to Fifty-five cents ($0.55) for each one hundred dollars of valuation, a 5.50 mills renewal levy, beginning tax year 2012, for a period of five (5) years (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016). RESOLVED, That the question of levying additional taxes be submitted to the electors of said Central Ohio Joint Fire District at the General election to be held at the usual voting places within said Central Ohio Joint Fire District on the 6th day of November, 2012, and be it further RESOLVED, That said levy be placed upon the tax list of the current year after the February settlement next succeeding the election, if majority of electors voting thereon vote in favor thereof; and be if further RESOLVED, That the Clerk of this Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, be and he is hereby directed to certify a copy of this Resolution to the Board of Elections Knox County, Ohio, and notify said Board of Elections to cause notice of election on the question of levying said tax to be given as required by law.
Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion and the roll being called upon its adoption the vote resulted as follows:
Mrs. Frazee aye Mr. Blocker aye Mr. Welch aye Mr. Hall aye Mr. Beck aye
Adopted the 12th day of June, 2012.
NEW BUSINESS
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing to present Personnel Committee – Nothing to present. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
$10,000 from 1000-760-720 (bldgs) to 1000-220-420-001 (EMS supplies) $ 5,000 from 1000-760-720 (bldgs) to 1000-220-599-000 (other expenses)
Prosecutor’s Office – Prosecutor Thatcher noted June 15 is Elder Abuse Day. He indicated first responders are usually the first to witness elder abuse and should report it at that time.
The Board thanked Chairman Welch for serving on the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 8:30 p.m., Chairman Welch made a motion to adjourn until the Budget Hearing on July 10, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Mr. Blocker, Mrs. Frazee and Chairman Welch. In the negative: noneCENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES May 8, 2012
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at the Centerburg Town Hall The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Porter Welch, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dave Beck Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall Jennifer Springer, Assistant Knox George Blocker County Prosecutor Patti Frazee
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Welch at 7:00 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mrs. Frazee made a motion to approve the minutes from the April 10, 2012 meeting and Mr. Blocker seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Mr. Blocker seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Mr. Blocker, Mrs. Frazee and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
OLD BUSINESS
BOARD OF TRUSTEES, CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT, KNOX COUNTY, OHIO (R.C. 5705.19) Resolution No. 5.01.12
A Resolution stating the necessity and purpose of a levy for fire protection.
The Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, Knox County, Ohio met in regular session on the 8th day of May, 2012 at the Centerburg Village Council Chamber with the following members present:
Patti Frazee Dave Beck Roger Hall Porter Welch George Blocker
Mrs. Frazee moved for the adoption of the following resolution:
Whereas, in order for the Central Ohio Joint Fire District to continue providing efficient and effective fire protection and emergency medical services, it is necessary to place a levy on the November 6th, 2012 election.
Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District shall place a levy on the November 6th, 2012 election.
Mr. Blocker seconded the motion, and the roll was called on the question of its adoption. The vote was as follows:
Patti Frazee yes Porter Welch yes George Blocker yes Dave Beck yes Roger Hall yes
NEW BUSINESS
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing to present Personnel Committee – Nothing to present. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
Prosecutor’s Office – Assistant Prosecutor Springer indicated the EMS billing contract had been approved to form and returned to Chief Porter.
Chairman Welch indicated he will be resigning his At-Large position as of June 31, 2012, with the June meeting being his last. After discussion, Mr. Blocker made a motion to advertise the At-Large position in the Mount Vernon News and the Centerburg Clipper, with all application due by June 11, 2012. Mr. Beck seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Blocker, Mrs. Frazee and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Abstained: Chairman Welch.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 8:40 p.m., Mrs. Frazee made a motion to adjourn until the next meeting on June 12th, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. Mr. Hall seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Mr. Blocker, Mrs. Frazee and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none.
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES April 10, 2012
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Porter Welch, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dave Beck Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall John Thatcher, Knox George Blocker County Prosecutor Patti Frazee
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Welch at 7:00 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the minutes from March 13, 2012 meeting and Mr. Hall seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Abstained: Mrs. Frazee.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Mr. Blocker seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Mr. Blocker, Mrs. Frazee and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
OLD BUSINESS
BOARD OF TRUSTEES, CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT, KNOX COUNTY, OHIO (R.C. 5705.19) Resolution No. 4.01.12
A Resolution stating the necessity and purpose of a levy for fire protection.
The Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, Knox County, Ohio met in regular session on the 10th day of April, 2012 at the Centerburg Village Council Chamber with the following members present:
Patti Frazee Dave Beck Roger Hall Porter Welch George Blocker
Mr. Blocker moved for the adoption of the following resolution:
Whereas, in order for the Central Ohio Joint Fire District to continue providing efficient and effective fire protection and emergency medical services, it is necessary to place a levy on the August 7th, 2012 election.
Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District shall place a levy on the August 7th, 2012 election.
Mr. Hall seconded the motion, and the roll was called on the question of its adoption. The vote was as follows:
Patti Frazee yes Porter Welch yes George Blocker yes Dave Beck no Roger Hall yes
Mr. Beck made a motion for a 5.50 mill replacement levy be put on the August 7th election. There was no seconded to this motion.
Mr. Beck made a motion for the following resolution and Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Blocker, Mr. Welch, Mrs. Frazee and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES, CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT, KNOX COUNTY, OHIO (R.C. 5705.19) Resolution No. 4.02.12
A Resolution stating the necessity and purpose of a levy for fire protection.
The Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, Knox County, Ohio met in regular session on the 10th day of April, 2012 at the Centerburg Village Council Chamber with the following members present:
Patti Frazee Dave Beck Roger Hall Porter Welch George Blocker
Mr. Beck moved for the adoption of the following resolution:
Whereas, in order for the Central Ohio Joint Fire District to continue providing efficient and effective fire protection and emergency medical services, it is necessary to place a 5.50 mill renewal levy on the August 7th, 2012 ballot, commencing tax year 2012, for five years, ending 2016.
Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District shall place a 5.50 mill renewal levy on the August 7th, 2012 ballot, commencing tax year 2012, for five years, ending 2016.
Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion, and the roll was called on the question of its adoption. The vote was as follows:
Patti Frazee yes Porter Welch yes George Blocker yes Dave Beck yes Roger Hall yes
NEW BUSINESS
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing to present Personnel Committee – Nothing to present. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
Prosecutor’s Office – Prosecutor Thatcher indicated his office had set up a Facebook page. This site is another means to the keep the public informed.
EXECUTIVE SESSION Mrs. Frazee made a motion at 8:17 p.m. to adjourn to executive session to discuss the District’s audit and Mr. Hall seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch, Mr. Beck and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none.
Mrs. Frazee made a motion at 8:19 p.m. to adjourn out of executive session. Mr. Beck seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch, Mrs. Frazee and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none.
Mr. Beck made a motion to not have a post audit for the 2010/2011 audit and Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch, Mrs. Frazee and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 8:20 p.m., Mrs. Frazee made a motion to adjourn until the next meeting on May 8th, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. Chairman Welch seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Mr. Blocker, Mrs. Frazee and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES March 13, 2012
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Porter Welch, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dave Beck Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall John Thatcher, Knox George Blocker County Prosecutor
Public Mr. Bill Forby Mr. Dave Griffith Volunteer Firefighter Mark McCann, Levy Committee
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Welch at 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Mr. Dave Griffith inquired about the daily non-emergency driving of the Districts’ vehicles. Mr. Griffith felt this excess driving caused additional expenses due to wear and tear and wasted fuel. Chief Porter indicated it was the District’s standing maintenance policy that the Districts’ vehicles are ran five miles each day. However, due to the District’s levy failing, this policy is to be discussed later in the meeting for ways to save the District money.
Mr. Bill Forby inquired about the District billing other fire districts when mutual aid was provided and had heard there was a letter in regards to this. Chief Porter stated there was no such letter or policy, from him or the District.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Chairman Welch seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Mr. Blocker and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
OLD BUSINESS
Blocker, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee. The Board requested Mrs. Clippinger obtain estimated revenue generated on a 5.50 mill renewal levy and a 5.50 mill replacement levy.
NEW BUSINESS
After discussion, Mr. Beck made a motion to accept all of the reductions, with the exception of controlled training burn. Mr. Blocker seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none.
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing to present Personnel Committee – Nothing to present. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report. Prosecutor’s Office – Prosecutor Thatcher indicated in order to help alleviate additional financial hardship on the District, he will not be billing the District for his and/or his offices’ services.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Blocker made a motion to approve the minutes from February 14, 2012 meeting and Mr. Beck seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
EXECUTIVE SESSION Mr. Beck made a motion at 8:39 p.m. to adjourn to executive session to discuss personnel disciplinary action and Mr. Hall seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mr. Beck made a motion at 8:44 p.m. to adjourn out of executive session, with no action taken. Mr. Hall seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mr. Beck made a motion to accept the resignation of Firefighter Patrick Hornsby and Chairman Welch seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Blocker, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 8:45 p.m., Mr. Beck made a motion to adjourn until the next meeting on April 10, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. Chairman Welch seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Mr. Blocker and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES February 14, 2012
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Porter Welch, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dave Beck Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall John Thatcher, Knox George Blocker County Prosecutor
Public Gary Walters, Rinehart-Walters-Danner Insurance Jerry Corbin
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Welch at 7:00 p.m. Mr. George Blocker will be replacing Mr. Tim Eyster as the Milford Township representative. Chairman Welch and the Board welcomed Mr. Blocker to the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Mr. Gary Walter, Rinehart-Walters-Danner Insurance, presented the District’s renewal property/liability insurance policy. The policy renewal amount is $11,590. Mr. Walters indicated there was an increase to the renewal, with a portion of the increase due to the purchase of the additional EMS unit. The Board discussed increasing the coverage amounts and the additional cost. The Board agreed to table the renewal so Board members would have a chance to review the proposed renewal.
Mr. Beck inquired about the status of the liability insurance premium the District received from Hilliar Township. Mr. Walters indicated this had been resolved and that it was his company’s error.
Mr. Jerry Corbin presented information in regards to the installation of solar panels at the fire department. The fire department and Hilliar Township would benefit from these panels. Hilliar Township was currently reviewing several issues with the installation of the panels. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the minutes from the organizational meeting on January 10, 2012 and Mr. Hall seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Abstained: Mr. Blocker. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the minutes from the regular meeting on January 10, 2012 and Chairman Welch seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Abstained: Mr. Blocker. Absent: Mrs. Frazee. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mr. Beck inquired about the check made payable to Mrs. Clippinger in the amount of $21.00. This was a reimbursement check for transferring the title of the EMS unit into the District’s name. Mr. Beck inquired about the check made payable to Chief Porter in the amount of $66.37. Chief Porter indicated this was a reimbursement check for a part that was needed to repair the District’s engine. The District did not have an account at this particular company. Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the warrants presented, with the exception for the payment to Rinehart-Walters-Danner Insurance and Mr. Hall seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Mr. Blocker and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval. OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Mr. Blocker agreed to replace Mr. Eyster on this committee. There was nothing additional to present. Personnel Committee – Nothing to present. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
Prosecutor’s Office – Prosecutor Thatcher noted the EMA director has been terminated. The EMA Board is currently reviewing potential candidates for this position. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 9:05 p.m., Mr. Beck made a motion to adjourn until the next meeting on March 13, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Mr. Blocker and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
February 2012 Fire and EMS Statistics
Locale Fire EMS Total
Centerburg Village 1 / 6 32 / 4.4 33 / 5.2 Hilliar Township 1 / 9 14 / 6.2 15 / 7.6 Liberty Township 1 / cx 7 / 10.7 8 / 10.7 Milford Township 1 / 14 3 / 11.3 4 / 12.7 South Bloomfield Township 0 / 0 8 / 9.2 8 / 9.2
In 4 / 9.7 64 / 8.4 68 / 9.1
Out of District 6 / 12.6 1 / cx 7 / 12.6
*** Number of runs / average response time in minutes*** Fire Responses –
Hospital Transport to –
Chief J. Porter March 9, 2012
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES January 10, 2012
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Porter Welch, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dave Beck Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall John Thatcher, Knox Patti Frazee County Prosecutor
Public Dale Landis
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Welch at 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Mr. Dale Landis, Liberty Township Trustee, questioned the Board about several different issues. Mr. Landis inquired about burn permits. Chief Porter indicated the Ohio EPA handled burn permits and individuals would need to contact them with questions. Mr. Landis questioned whether the District would be installing any dry hydrants in Liberty Township and were sites needed. The Board indicated that dry hydrants are on the agenda for this meeting. Mr. Landis asked whether the fire department needed to know if the Township was completing road maintenance. Chief Porter noted this would be beneficial in alleviating any delay in response time, should there be an emergency. Mr. Landis expressed safety concerns in regards to the vacated bible college in Bangs. This building has been posted and is being watched for any additional issues.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the minutes from the December 13, 2011 meeting and Mr. Hall seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Abstained: Mrs. Frazee. Absent: Mr. Eyster.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mrs. Frazee made a motion to not renew the District’s membership with the Knox County Chamber of Commerce, based on Chief Porter’s recommendation. Mr. Beck seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Eyster.
Mrs. Frazee made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Mr. Beck seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Eyster.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval. Also presented were the Districts’ financial statements for 2011.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing additional to present. Personnel Committee – A graduated salary pay scale, increased based on longevity, is being discussed. There would be no final recommendation to the Board until after the March primary election. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
Prosecutor’s Office – Nothing to present.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 8:50 p.m., Mr. Hall made a motion to adjourn until the next meeting on February 14, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. Mr. Beck seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Eyster.
COJFD January 2012 Fire and EMS Statistics
Locale Fire EMS Total
Centerburg Village 2 / 6 27 / 4 29 / 5 Hilliar Township 1 / 5 12 / 5.1 13 / 5.1 Liberty Township 2 / 16.5 10 / 8.7 12 / 12.6 Milford Township 0 / 0 7 / 8.1 7 / 8.1 South Bloomfield Township 3 / 15.6 14 / 10.3 17 / 13
IN 8 / 10.8 70 / 7.2 78 / 9
OUT 1 / 5 2 / 23.5 3 / 19.3
*** Number of runs / average response time***
Fires –
Hospital Transport To –
February 14, 2012 Chief’s Report
December 2011 Fire and EMS Stats
LOCALE FIRE EMS TOTAL
Centerburg Village 2 / 8.5 40 / 5.7 42 / 7.1 Hilliar Township 0 / 0 13 / 7.1 13 / 7.1 Liberty Township 0 / 0 7 / 10.1 7 / 10.1 Milford Township 3 / 11 9 / 8.4 12 / 9.7 South Bloomfield Township 1 / 13 11 / 13.3 12 / 12.2
IN TOTALS 6 / 10.8 80 / 8.9 86 / 9.6
OUT OF DISTRICT 0 / 0 1 / 8 1 / 8
FIRES:
Building Fire – 2 False Alarm – 3 Trash Fire – 1
EMS PATIENT TRANSPORT TO:
Knox Community Hospital – 34 Mt. Carmel St. Ann’s – 15 Riverside Methodist Hospitals – 7 Nationwide Children’s Hospital – 2 Morrow County Hospital – 1 Grady Memorial Hospital - 1
2011 TOTALS:
FIRE – 101 / 10 EMS – 869 / 8.5 OVERALL – 970 / 8.3
PATIENTS TRANSPORTED – 603
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES December 13, 2011
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Porter Welch, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dave Beck Chief Joe Porter Tim Eyster Jennifer Springer, Assistant Knox Roger Hall County Prosecutor
Public Lieutenant Dan Rott Firefighter Jason Coreno Volunteer Firefighter Kevin Suain
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Welch at 7:00 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the minutes from the November 9, 2011 meeting and Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Beck and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Abstained: Mr. Hall. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the minutes from the November 22, 2011 meeting and Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Beck, Mr. Hall and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mr. Eyster made a motion to approve the following transfers and Mr. Beck seconded the motion: $1,200.00 from 1000-220-599-0006 (uniforms) to 1000-220-323-0000 (repair/maint) $ 498.12 from 1000-220-314-0000 (tax collection) to 1000-220-313-0000 (UAN) $ 180.18 from 1000-220-230-0000 (workers comp) to 1000-220-313-0000 (UAN) $ 116.70 from 1000-220-420-0005 (office) to 1000-220-313-0000 (UAN) $ 500.00 from 1000-220-323-0000 (repairs/maint) to 1000-220-420-0003 (bldg maint) $ 350.00 from 1000-220-360-0005 (contract office) to 1000-220-420-0005 (office) In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Beck, Mr. Hall and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Beck, Mr. Hall and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
Resolution 12.01.11
The Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District in Knox County Ohio met regular session on the 13th day of December , 20 11 , at the office of Centerburg Village Hall with the following members present: Mr. Porter Welch Mr. Tim Eyster Mr. Dave Beck Mr. Roger Hall Mr. Beck moved the adoption of the following Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District , Knox County Ohio that to provide for the current expenses and other expenditures of said Board of Trustees, during the fiscal year, ending December 31, 20 12 , the following sums be and the same are hereby set aside and appropriated for the several purposes for which expenditures are to be made for and during said fiscal year, as follows, viz: SEE ATTACHED Mr. Eyster seconded the Resolution and the roll being called upon its adoption the vote resulted as follows: Mr. Welch, yes Mr. Eyster, yes Mr. Beck, yes Mr. Hall, yes
Adopted December 13, 20 11 ________________________ Clerk On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Beck, Mr. Hall, Mr. Eyster and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing additional to present. Personnel Committee – Nothing to present. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
Prosecutor’s Office – Nothing to present.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 8:30 p.m., Mr. Eyster made a motion to adjourn until the organizational meeting on January 10, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., with the regular meeting immediately following. The Board will meet before this, should there be urgent business. Mr. Hall seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Beck, Mr. Eyster, Chairman Welch and Mr. Hall. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
November 2011 Fire and EMS Statistics
Locale Fire EMS Total
Centerburg Village 3 / 6 32 / 4.7 34 / 5.4 Hilliar Township 1 / 10 17 / 7 18 / 8.5 Liberty Township 0 / 0 3 / 12 3 / 12 Milford Township 0 / 0 11 / 9 11 / 9 South Bloomfield Township 0 / 0 7 / 9.7 7 / 9.7
In Service Area 4 / 8 69 / 8.5 73 / 8.3
Out of Service Area 0 / 0 7 / 11 7 / 11
*** Number of responses / average time from time of call until on scene***
Fire – Nature of Call
EMS Transport To:
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES November 9, 2011
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Porter Welch, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dave Beck Chief Joe Porter Tim Eyster John Thatcher, Knox County Prosecutor Patti Frazee
Public Lieutenant Dan Rott Lieutenant David Miller Firefighter Tim Belcher Volunteer Firefighter Mark McCann The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Welch at 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Levy Committee representative Mark McCann was present to discuss the failure of the District’s fire levy. Mr. McCann commended the committee and firefighters for the effort they all put into promoting this levy. The Board agreed and thanked all those involved. Mr. McCann and the Board discussed reasons for the levy failing. The Levy Committee felt the Board should put the levy back on the ballet in March.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mrs. Frazee made a motion to approve the minutes from the October 11, 2011 meeting and Mr. Beck seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Beck and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Abstained: Mr. Eyster. Absent: Mr. Hall.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Eyster, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Hall.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing to present. Personnel Committee – Had met on November 3 and discussed several issues. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
BLS - $518.00 ALS1 - $800.00 ALS2 - $1,010.00 Mileage - $14.36 On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Beck, Mr. Eyster, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Hall.
Prosecutor’s Office – Prosecutor Thatcher felt it would be beneficial if each entity have an alternate Central Ohio Joint Fire Board member. That way each entity should always be represented at a Board meeting. Prosecutor Thatcher also noted that SB243 addressed mutual aid, which the District may need to make adjustments to their current agreements
The Board agreed to have a special meeting on November 22, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. to complete the necessary paperwork for the levy to be put on the March, 2012 ballot.
EXECUTIVE SESSION Mr. Beck made a motion to adjourn to Executive Session at 8:25 p.m. to discuss the resignation of two employees. Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Beck, Mr. Eyster, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Hall. The Board requested Prosecutor Thatcher, Chief Porter and Mrs. Clippinger remain.
Mr. Beck made a motion to adjourn out of Executive Session at 8:30 p.m. and Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Beck, Mr. Eyster, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Hall.
Mrs. Frazee made a motion to accept the resignations of Volunteer Firefighters Hugh Dick and Stephen Dick. Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Beck, Mr. Eyster, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Hall.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 8:37 p.m., Mr. Beck made a motion to adjourn until the special meeting on November 22, 2011 at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Beck, Mr. Eyster, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Hall.
October 2010 COJFD Fire and EMS Statistics Total Number of Calls / Average Response Time in Minutes
Locale Fire EMS Total
Centerburg Village 5 / 5 25 / 4.6 30 / 4.8 Hilliar Township 3 / 10 19 / 7.2 22 / 8.6 Liberty Township 3 / 8.3 14 / 9.4 17 / 8.9 Milford Township 1 / 14 9 / 8 10 / 11 South Bloomfield Township 3 / 11.3 13 / 10.7 16 / 11
Totals 15 / 9.7 80 / 8 95 / 8.9
Out of District 0 / 0 4 / 20 4 / 20
Fire Nature of Call:
EMS Nature of Call:
EMS Transport To:
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES October 11, 2011
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Porter Welch, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dave Beck Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall John Thatcher, Knox County Prosecutor Patti Frazee
Public Lieutenant Dan Rott Lieutenant David Miller The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Welch at 7:00 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Hall made a motion to approve the minutes from the September 13, 2011 meeting and Mr. Beck seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Abstained: Mrs. Frazee. Absent: Mr. Eyster.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Chairman Welch seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Eyster.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
Mrs. Clippinger indicated she had to move $1380 from 1000-220-353-0000 (natural gas) to 1000-220-341-0000 (telephone). Mrs. Clippinger indicated there was not enough money in the telephone line item account to go through the end of the year. This shortage was due to the District paying the cable bill and 911 text charges, which has been resolved. Chief Porter had requested $1000 from 1000-220-430-000 (small tools & minor equipment) be moved to 1000-220-420-0001 (EMS supplies). This shortage is due to the increase in EMS runs.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing to present. Personnel Committee – Nothing to present. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
Prosecutor’s Office – Nothing to present.
EXECUTIVE SESSION Mr. Beck made a motion to adjourn to Executive Session at 7:30 p.m. to discuss the purchase of real estate. Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion. Roll call in the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Eyster. The Board requested Prosecutor Thatcher, Chief Porter and Mrs. Clippinger remain.
Mr. Hall made a motion to adjourn out of Executive Session at 7:47 p.m. and Mr. Beck seconded the motion. Roll call in the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Eyster.
Mr. Beck made a motion for Mrs. Frazee to have an appraisal completed on the land located on the corner of SR 3 and Tucker Road, a maximum cost of $300. Chairman Welch seconded the motion. Roll call in the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Eyster.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 7:54 p.m., Mr. Beck made a motion to adjourn until the next regular meeting on November 9, 2011 at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mrs. Frazee, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Eyster.
September 2011 COJFD Fire and EMS Statistics Total Number of Calls / Average Response time in minutes
Locale Fire EMS Total
Centerburg Village 1 / cx 31 / 4.9 32 / 4.9 Hilliar Township 1 / 8 13 / 7.3 14 / 7.7 Liberty Township 1 / 11 12 / 8.2 13 / 9.6 Milford Township 0 / 0 12 / 8.6 12 / 8.6 South Bloomfield Township 1 / 12 10 / 9.5 11 / 10.8
In 4 / 10.3 78 / 7.7 82 / 9
Out 0 / 0 2 / 8 2 / 8
Fire Nature:
EMS Nature:
Hospital Patient Transported To:
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES September 13, 2011
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Porter Welch, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dave Beck Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall John Thatcher, Knox County Prosecutor Tim Eyster
Public Lieutenant Dan Rott Lieutenant Jason Whipple Lieutenant David Miller Mark McCann
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Welch at 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Mr. Mark McCann discussed how the Levy Committee plans on promoting the District’s 7.90 mills levy, which will be on the November 8th ballot. Mr. McCann indicated there would be information about the levy in the news media, they would be attending township meetings and going door to door with fact sheets. The Levy Committee has filed all the necessary paperwork with the Knox County Board of Elections and is currently receiving monies from donations.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Beck made a motion to approve the minutes from the August 9, 2011 meeting and Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Mr. Beck and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mr. Eyster made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Mr. Beck seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
Resolution 09.01.2011 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE AMOUNTS AND RATES AS DETERMINED BY THE BUDGET COMMISSION AND AUTHORIZING THE NECESSARY TAX LEVIES AND CERTIFYING THEM TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR. (BOARD OF TRUSTEES) Revised Code, Secs. 5705.34 – 5705.35 ________________________________________
The Board of Trustees of Central Ohio Joint Fire District, Knox County, Ohio, met in regular session on the 13th day of September, 2011 at the office of the Centerburg Village with the following members present:
Mr. Dave Beck Mr. Porter Welch Mr. Tim Eyster Mr. Roger Hall Mr. Beck moved the adoption of the following Resolution:
RESOLVED, By the Board of Trustees of Central Ohio Joint Fire District, Knox County, Ohio, in accordance with the provisions of law has previously adopted a Tax Budget for the next succeeding fiscal year commencing January 1st, 2012; and WHEREAS, The Budget Commission of Knox County, Ohio, has certified its action thereon to this Board together with an estimate by the County Auditor of the rate of each tax necessary to be levied by this Board, and what part thereof is without, and what part within, the ten mill tax limitation; therefore, be it RESOLVED, By the Board of Trustees of Central Ohio Joint Fire District, Knox County, Ohio, that the amounts and rates as determined by the Budget Commission in its certification, be and the same are hereby accepted; and be it further RESOLVED, That there be and is hereby levied on the tax duplicate of said District the rate of each tax necessary to be levied within and without the ten mill limitation as follows;
SCHEDULE A SUMMARY OF AMOUNTS REQUIRED FROM GENERAL PROPERTY TAX APPROVED BY BUDGET COMMISSION AND COUNTY AUDITOR’S ESTIMATED TAX RATES. FUND AMOUNT AMOUNT TO BE COUNTY AUDITOR'S APPROVED BY DERIVED FROM ESTIMATE OF TAX BUDGET COM- LEVIES OUTSIDE RATE TO BE LEVIED MISSION INSIDE 10 M.LIMITATION INSIDE OUTSIDE 10 M. 10 M. LIMIT LIMIT ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fire District $755,477.75 5.50 Bond Retirement 35,422.25 _______________________________________________________________________ Totals $790,900.00 5.50
SCHEDULE B LEVIES OUTSIDE 10 MILL LIMITATION, EXCLUSIVE OF DEBT LEVIES. FUND Max. Rate Co Auditor’s Authorized Est. of Yield of To be Levied Levy ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ FIRE -Levy authorized by voters on Nov. 4, 2008, 5.50 $790,900.00 not to exceed 3 years – (2009-2011) (Replacement)
RESOLVED, That the Clerk of this Board be and she is hereby directed to certify a copy of this Resolution to the County Auditor of said County.
Mr. Eyster seconded the Resolution and the roll being called upon its adoption the vote resulted as follows:
Mr. Dave Beck, yes Mr. Porter Welch, yes Mr. Roger Hall, yes Mr. Tim Eyster, yes
Adopted the 13th day of September, 2011. Diane Clippinger Clerk of the Board of Trustees of Central Ohio Joint Fire District, Knox County, Ohio.
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing to present. Personnel Committee – Nothing to present. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
Prosecutor’s Office – Nothing to present.
EXECUTIVE SESSION Based on Prosecutor Thatcher’s recommendation, Mr. Beck made a motion to adjourn to Executive Session at 7:53 p.m. to discuss the purchase of real estate. Mr. Hall seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee. The Board requested Prosecutor Thatcher and Chief Porter remain.
Mr. Beck made a motion to adjourn out of Executive Session at 8:20 p.m. and Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mr. Eyster made a motion to designate Mr. Beck to act on behalf of the Board in the purchase of real estate and Mr. Hall seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Chief Porter indicated the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was a stop on the upcoming Heart of Ohio Tour on October 1st and 2nd. The District’s open house is scheduled for October 15th and the District will be at the Centerburg Farming Festival.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 8:23 p.m., Mr. Hall made a motion to adjourn until the next regular meeting on October 11, 2011 at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. Mr. Beck seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES August 9, 2011
A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Porter Welch, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Dave Beck Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall John Thatcher, Knox County Prosecutor Tim Eyster
Public Leonard Lashmit Lieutenant Jason Whipple Lieutenant David Miller
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Welch at 7:00 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairman Welch made a motion to approve the minutes from the 2012 Budget Hearing on July 12, 2011 and Mr. Hall seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Abstained: Mr. Beck. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mr. Eyster made a motion to approve the minutes from the July 12, 2011 meeting and Chairman Welch seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall and Chairman Welch. In the negative: none. Abstained: Mr. Beck. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Chairman Welch made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval.
OLD BUSINESS
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Chief Porter presented the Board a Strategic Plan recommendation, which included purchasing a new medic. Chairman Welch felt the District should not purchase a medic until after the election in November, as did the rest of the Board. After discussion, Mr. Beck made a motion to adopt Chief Porter’s plan, with the exception of the medic purchase. The Board agreed to discuss the possible purchase of a medic after the November election. Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Mr. Beck indicated a levy committee needed to be established. Volunteer Firefighter Mark McCann had agreed to be part of the committee and was willing to contact potential members. Personnel Committee – Nothing to present. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
Prosecutor’s Office – Nothing to present.
EXECUTIVE SESSION Chairman Welch made a motion to adjourn to Executive Session at 7:40 p.m. to discuss the purchase of real estate. Mr. Beck seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee. The Board requested Prosecutor Thatcher and Chief Porter remain. They would ask Mr. Leonard Lashmit to join the session later.
Mr. Beck made a motion to adjourn out of Executive Session at 8:25 p.m. and Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
Chairman Welch made the following motion and Mr. Beck seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. Frazee.
The Central Ohio Joint Fire District offers to purchase the property owned by Leonard Lashmit, located on the south east corner of Columbus Road and Tucker Road. The offered purchase price is $24,500, with a $10,000 letter of donation. There would be a $1,000 non-refundable deposit, which would either be forfeited, should the Board decide not to purchase the property, or applied to the purchase price at closing. The closing would take place no later than December 15, 2011and no sooner than November 9, 2011, unless mutually agreed to change by both parties. This purchase is contingent on a title search and suitability of building for the Districts’ needs.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 8:27 p.m., Mr. Eyster made a motion to adjourn until the next regular meeting on September 13, 2011 at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. Mr. Hall seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mr. Beck. In the negative: none. Absent: Mrs. FrazeeJuly 2011 Fire and EMS Statistics
Locale Fire EMS Total
Centerburg Village 2 / 3.5 17 / 5 19 / 4.3 Hilliar Township 1 / 12 23 / 6.4 24 / 9.2 Liberty Township 1 / 15 9 / 10.8 10 / 12.9 Milford Township 0 / 0 10 / 8.3 10 / 8.3 South Bloomfield Township 6 / 12.3 10 / 9.7 16 / 11
Total 10 / 10.7 69 / 8 79 / 9.4
Other 0 / 0 5 / 10 5 / 10
Total Patients Transported – 61
Fire Runs / Type of Call
CENTRAL OHIO JOINT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD MEETING MINUTES July 12, 2011 A regular meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District Board was held on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at the Centerburg Town Hall, located at 49½ East Main Street, Centerburg, Ohio. The following were in attendance:
Board Members Staff Porter Welch, Chairman Diane Clippinger, Clerk Patti Frazee Chief Joe Porter Roger Hall John Thatcher, Knox County Prosecutor Tim Eyster
Public Lieutenant Dan Rott Lieutenant Jason Whipple Lieutenant David Miller Jonette Curry, Knox County Auditor
The regular Board meeting of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District was called to order by Chairman Welch at 7:06 p.m. Chairman Welch and the Board expressed their condolences to Mr. Beck and his family due to the recent loss of his father.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Eyster made a motion to approve the minutes from the June 14, 2011 meeting and Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Abstained: Chairman Welch. Absent: Mr. Beck. Mr. Eyster made a motion to approve the minutes from the June 28, 2011 meeting and Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Beck. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Mrs. Frazee made a motion to approve the warrants presented and Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. In the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Beck. Mrs. Clippinger presented the monthly bank reconciliation, fund status ledger, appropriation ledger, receipt ledger and payment register for the Board’s review and approval. OLD BUSINESS
The Board approved and passed the following Resolution No. 07.01.11: RESOLUTION DECLARING IT NECESSARY TO LEVY A TAX IN EXCESS OF THE TEN MILL LIMITATION Rev. Code Sec. 5607.19, .191, .192, .194, .21, .26 The Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, Knox County, Ohio, met in regular session on the 12th day of July 2011, at the office of the Centerburg Village Hall with the following members present: Mrs. Patti Frazee Mr. Roger Hall Mr. Porter Welch Mrs. Tim Eyster Mrs. Frazee moved the adoption of the following Resolution: WHEREAS, The amount of taxes which may be raised within the ten mill limitation will be insufficient to provide an adequate amount for the necessary requirements of said Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, Knox County, Ohio; therefore be it RESOLVED, by the Central Ohio Joint Fire District for the purpose of providing and maintaining fire apparatus, appliances, buildings or sites therefore or sources of water supply and materials therefore, or the establishment and maintenance of lines of fire alarm telegraph, or the payment of permanent, part-time, or volunteer firefighters or firefighting companies to operate the same, including the payment of the firefighter employers’ contribution required under section 742.34 of the Revised Code, or the purchase of ambulance equipment or the provision of ambulance, paramedic or other emergency medical services operated by a fire department or fire fighting company (5705.19[I]) at a rate not exceeding 7.90 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to seventy-nine cents ($0.79) for each one hundred dollars of valuation, an additional continuing tax levy, beginning tax year 2011. Upon the passing of this additional 7.90 mills continuing levy, the current 5.50 mills levy will be removed. RESOLVED, That the question of levying additional taxes be submitted to the electors of said Central Ohio Joint Fire District at the General election to be held at the usual voting places within said Central Ohio Joint Fire District on the 8th day of November, 2011, and be it further RESOLVED, That said levy be placed upon the tax list of the current year after the February settlement next succeeding the election, if majority of electors voting thereon vote in favor thereof; and be if further RESOLVED, That the Clerk of this Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, be and he is hereby directed to certify a copy of this Resolution to the Board of Elections Knox County, Ohio, and notify said Board of Elections to cause notice of election on the question of levying said tax to be given as required by law. Mr. Eyster seconded the motion and the roll being called upon its adoption the vote resulted as follows: Mrs. Frazee Yes Mr. Eyster Yes Mr. Welch Yes Mr. Hall Yes Adopted the 12th day of July, 2011.
REPORTS Strategic Planning Committee – Nothing to present. Personnel Committee – Nothing to present. Chief Porter – See Chief Porter’s report.
EXECUTIVE SESSION Mr. Eyster made a motion to adjourn to Executive Session at 7:40 p.m. to discuss the purchase of real estate. Chairman Welch seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Beck. The Board requested Prosecutor Thatcher and Chief Porter remain. Mr. Eyster made a motion to adjourn out of Executive Session at 8:04 p.m. and Mrs. Frazee seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Beck. Chairman Welch made a motion to appoint Mrs. Frazee as the Board’s representative to discuss and negotiate the purchase of real estate for the District. Mr. Eyster seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Beck.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Central Ohio Joint Fire District, at 8:05 p.m., Mrs. Frazee made a motion to adjourn until the next regular meeting on August 9, 2011 at 7:00 p.m., unless called upon for urgent business. Mr. Hall seconded the motion. On roll call in the affirmative: Mr. Eyster, Mr. Hall, Chairman Welch and Mrs. Frazee. In the negative: none. Absent: Mr. Beck
COJFD June 2011 Fire and EMS Statistics
Locale Fire EMS Total
Centerburg Village 5 22 27 Hilliar Township 3 21 24 Liberty Township 0 8 8 Milford Township 2 9 11 South Bloomfield Township 3 11 14
Total 13 71 84
Mutual Aid Given 1 3
Fire Nature:
False Alarm – 6 Dumpster Fire – 2 Power Lines Down – 2 Controlled Burn – 1 Gas Leak – 1 Building Fire – 1 Car Fire – 1 |
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