1.0 Call to Order / Roll Call

The Regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the Red, White & Blue Fire District was called to order by Director Griffin at 0701. In attendance were Directors Perkins, Randall, Griffin, and Gothard.  Chief Green, Fire Marshal Nelson, Carmen Modglin, Captain Lynch, Chief Kuhn and Samantha Kosanovich were also in attendance.  Samantha Kosanovich served as Recording Secretary.

2.0 Approval of Minutes

M/S Perkins, Randall to approve the minutes from the December 4, 2008 board meeting.  Voice vote unanimous. Motion carried. 

3.0 Citizen Comments and Other Communications

Director Perkins wanted everyone to be reminded of the Awards and Recognition Ceremony to be held at the Breckenridge Riverwalk, on February 28th 2009 from 4pm-9pm.  Fire Marshal Nelson provided an update on Order To Comply notices issued and outstanding plan review/permit fees.

4.0 Approval of Changes to the Agenda

None.

5.0 Chief’s Report & Discussion Topic

Emergency Response Data

Chief Green commented that 2008 was a record year for emergency response.  Director Gothard observed that there remains an imbalance in total calls per station.  He asked if there was any way to address this disparity.  Chief Green replied that Senior Staff periodically reviews and considers modification of the designated response areas.  Director Randall asked about the increase in Hazmat emergencies.  Fire Marshal Nelson explained the high number was due to gas leaks during the recent installation of a new gas line in Blue River.  Director Randall also questioned the significant number of false fire alarms.  Fire Marshal Nelson explained that the Timber Creek Subdivision caused many of these false alarms, and explained that his staff is working on educating homeowners and contractors to lower these false alarm numbers.  Construction, remodels, dust, etc. were the primary causes for these alarms.

Review and Discussion of Resolution Amending 2008 Budget

No Comment
   

Review and Discussion of Resolution Adopting 2009 Budget

Director Perkins asked if the budgeted number for fuel accurately represented the wide range of factors experienced in ‘08.  Director Griffin asked that the descriptor for "Building Capital" be changed/clarified, going forward, to which Carmen stated that she will look for a way to do this.  Chief Green made mention that Chief Rosenberger had a substantial number of projects planned for the 2009 year.  These projects include sealing/weather stripping, bay floor coating, and exterior painting for Station 6.  Director Gothard expressed concern with the possible underfunding of the old-hire pension.
   

Review and Discussion of Resolution Setting 2009 District Meeting Schedule

Carmen noted that the regular meeting scheduled for December 3, 2009 coincides with receipt of the assessed valuation from the County.

Review and Discussion of Proposed 2009 Fee Schedule

Fire Marshal Nelson presented the 2009 Fee Schedule.  The changes to the existing fee schedule are as follows:

Under Construction Fee Schedule, the Townhome Permit increased $25.00 to $100.00.

Under Fire Protection Equipment and Systems Inspection Fee Schedule, eight new types of Permits were added, Underground Fire Line, Automatic Protection System Modification, Fire Detection System Modification, Exit/Access Control System, Hood & Duct Fire Protection System, Radio Amplification System, Water Tanks for Fire Protection, Vehicle Access Gates.  The Fire Pump Permit was increased $100.00 from the 2008 fee of $200.00.

Under Hazardous Materials Construction Inspection Fee Schedule, the following types of permits were added: AST or UST Removal, AST or UST Permanent Installation (both vehicle and other), Fuel Dispensers, Compressed Gas Systems, LP-Gas Bulk Facility, Medical Gas Systems, and Spray Booths.

Under Special Events and Temporary Membrane Structures, the fee schedule was changed with Tent and Canopy permits, as well as Special Events.  These items are now being charged based on how many events the applicant has listed.

Under Miscellaneous Construction Inspection Fee Schedule, the Temporary Access Road Agreement Permit, After Hours Inspection, Removal of Stop Work Order, Technical Assistance Fee, Alternative Methods, Re-issue Permit, and Fire Mitigation Inspection were added to the new fee schedule.

Director Randall indicated he would like item #4 under notes changed, indicating the Board should be the entity that waives/reduces fees.  He further suggested that item #10 should be in line with the appropriate State statute.

6.0 Public Hearing

M/S Perkins, Randall to open public hearing to receive citizen comments on Resolutions 2009-01, 02, and 03 at 0814 a.m.  Voice vote, unanimous, motion carried.

1. Resolution 2009-01 Amending 2008 Budget - No Comment
2. Resolution 2009-02 Adopting 2009 Budget - No Comment
3. Resolution 2009-03 Setting 2009 District Meeting Schedule - No Comment

M/S Krugman, Gothard to close public hearing.  Voice vote, unanimous, motion carried.
7.0 New Business

1. Adoption of Resolution 2009-01, Amending 2008 Budget- M/S Perkins, Gothard to amend the 2008 Budget.  Voice vote, unanimous, motion carried.
2. Adoption of Resolution 2009-02, Adopting 2009 Budget- M/S Perkins, Randall to adopt the 2009 Budget.  Voice vote, unanimous, motion carried.
3. Adoption of Resolution 2009-03, Setting 2009 District Meeting Schedule- M/S Perkins, Krugman to adopt the District Meeting Schedule.  Voice vote, unanimous, motion carried.

8.0 Approval of Bills List

December 2008 Bills List

M/S Perkins, Gothard to approve the December 2008 bills lists as presented.  Voice vote, unanimous.  Motion carried. 

9.0 Executive Session

M/S Perkins/Krugman to enter Executive Session in accordance with C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(e) "Determining positions relative to matters that may be subject to negotiations, etc." and C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(f) "Personnel matters, etc." at 0840.  Voice vote, unanimous, motion carried.

M/S Griffin/Randall to come out of Executive Session at 9:55.  Voice vote, unanimous, motion carried.

10.0 Adjournment

M/S Randall/Krugman to adjourn the regular meeting at 1009.  Voice vote, unanimous, motion carried. 
The next Board of Directors meeting will be held on Thursday, February 19, 2009 at 0700.

Respectfully Submitted:

Wayne Randall, Secretary/Treasurer

Samantha Kosanovich, Recording Secretary