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The department participated in the Palisade fire fighter competition in August. We also <br /> sponsored a fire prevention program for the elementary school and day care facilities. A <br /> hurricane benefit supper was held at Tasty Pizza. A donation of$1500.00 was sent to <br /> help volunteer fire departments in the areas of destruction. The department's four pump <br /> trucks were certified at a cost of$5236.37 for testing and repairs. A new drug and alcohol <br /> policy was received from the City. <br /> Kelly Larson has returned to membership on the department after a year absence. Tina <br /> Nolden is back after a military commitment in Iraq. Pat Selter, Mike Schwankl, Dusty <br /> Zeimet, and Nick Putnam completed their year of probation and are full-fledged <br /> members. John Lauer was terminated for lack of attendance at meetings and fire calls. All <br /> members received training and certification to operate the new AED. <br /> A slightly used Hurst tool was purchased by the department for$6500.00. The tool <br /> includes a new pump, a combination cutter-spreader, hoses, and a two way valve which <br /> allows us to use two tools at one time. The new AED was purchased for$1500.00. A new <br /> gear storage rack for the Breezy station was purchased for$1200.00. <br /> The department acquired a used military jet fuel truck from the DNR. The cost for the <br /> truck was $1500.00 for freight. The truck's 5000 tank will be cut down to about 3000 to <br /> 3500 gallons. The truck's frame will also be shortened. The cost for the project will be <br /> about $8000.00. This should give us very reliable tanker at a reasonable cost. <br /> Our budget will increase to allow for more required certifications and testing required by <br /> the government. Our pump trucks, air packs, and our fire hose must be tested and <br /> certified annually. There are possibilities that fire fighters may be required to have annual <br /> physical tests. Thurlow suggested that Lakes Area Medication Association could possibly <br /> help with costs and services concerning medical issues. <br /> The department recently interviewed five fire fighter candidates. We have two openings <br /> at this time. The department will ask the City for permission to hire three new fire <br /> fighters. Mike Peterson has been called to serve with the National Guard in Irag. He will <br /> be leaving about the first of December for a one to two year term. <br /> Our next meeting will be January 25, 2006 at 7 pm. <br /> Benson motioned to adjourn, second by Rach, meeting adjourned. <br />