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PEQUOT LAKES AREA FIRE BOARD MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 27, 2010 MEETING The annual meeting of the PLAFB was called to order by Chairman Peterson. Members in attendance were Benson, Ryan, Littman, Weaver, Nelson, Peterson, and McNerney. Also present was Craig Bartel from Poplar Township and Al Benson from Byron Township. The minutes of the last meeting were approved by a motion by Littman, second by McNerney, motion passed. The fourth quarter fire call report totaled 14 calls. By types, there were 9 good intent calls, 2 structure fires, 2 assist police, and 1 motor vehicle accident/rescue. By location, there were 9 to Pequot Lakes, 3 to Breezy Point, and 2 to Jenkins City. Last year the department answered 13 calls during this time period. Total calls for 2008 were 57 and the total for 2009 was 63. The fourth quarter training report totaled 16 hours. By types there were 5 hours of safety officer policies and duties, 5 hours of confined space, 3 hours of RIT team roof rescue and ventilation, and 3 hours of ladder operation and ventilation procedures. Fire bills sent during the fourth quarter were 3 that totaled $2000.00. The fourth quarter financial report was reviewed. The capital outlay was over budget as this was the purchase of the new hurst tool and cutter. The Narveson donation of $10000.00 was used for this, so it was in line with the budget. The department spent 95% of the 2009 budget. The 2010 budget was increased 7% over the 2009 budget. Chief Nelson explained that he is attempting to build the capital outlay account for future needs. Littman motioned to approve the financial report, second by Weaver, motion passed., The FEMA grant program for 2009 has not been awarded yet. There may be some grants announced on January 29`x'. A donation received during the quarter was $100.00 from Craig and Claire Nagel. Fire Department officers for 2010 were Fire Chief, Tom Nelson; First Assistant Fire Chief, Bill Rickard; Second Assistant Fire Chief, Dave Szymanski; Safety Officer, Scott Warner; Captains, Neil Casanova, Larry Oaks, and Brian Evenson; and Secretary/Treasurer Bob Peterson I. Fire Department news during the quarter was the leased tanker truck was returned to the DNR after several years of service. The department purchased 5 used air masks from the Montrose Fire Department for $1750.00. Other purchases included a variable speed electric exhaust fan, a little giant ladder, and a battery charger for station 2. Fire fighters reviewed and trained on several safety topics during the quarter. The new fire department office is in full operation. The department experienced 3 cold weather fire incidents in