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1.4 <br /> New fire fighters hired recently are Casey Emans,Jory Carlson,and Eric Olson.Casey and Eric were <br /> previously members of other fire departments and have completed training classes.Our present <br /> roster is now 29 members. <br /> Our Department was awarded an AFG (FEMA)grant this year for$20,400.00 to purchase and install <br /> a new commercial washer and dryer.The dryer is especially designed for fire turnout gear.The <br /> dryer is also capable of drying fire hose. <br /> Our current air mask situation was discussed.We were recently denied our 2014 regional air mask <br /> grant application with other Crow Wing County fire departments.Chief Nelson has budgeted for <br /> purchasing masks for 2016.Total estimated cost is$123,000.00.At this time our air masks recently <br /> passed their performance test.All our air bottles are expired for their average life span.Our options <br /> at this time are leasing to purchase either with a local bank or the manufacturer of the masks. <br /> These plans are limited to a six year term.If the bank program would work, it would be called an <br /> equipment certificate,or basically a loan.Chief Nelson will be getting more information about <br /> leasing from MSA,who manufactures our needed air masks.He will also get information of how an <br /> equipment certificate could be applied.Our current air masks are rated at 2002 standards. New <br /> standards were adopted in 2007 and later in 2014.There is a possibility that if we would reapply for <br /> the AFG grant for air masks after leasing to purchase;the loan could be paid off with a grant.The <br /> 2016 fire contracts may have a slight increase to help cover costs. Minneapolis and St.Paul fire <br /> departments have ordered lots of new air masks recently which may help to keep any rising costs in <br /> check.The 2015 AFG grant applications supposed to be acted on in November this year,so there is <br /> a possibility we could still get a grant this year. <br /> All the ISO problems that plagued Pelican Township residents recently should be all taken care of <br /> within six months.There were ISO problems with lots of other areas that have surfaced. <br /> Next meeting will be January 27,2016,at the fire station. <br /> Meeting adjourned by declaration. <br />