5b Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission

Minutes Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission Meeting Held Thursday, August 15, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. Clover Lane Fire Station Present at the meeting: • Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission Chairman Michael Newman • Hanover Borough Councilman Tim Kress • Penn Township Commissioners Mark Elksnis and Pamela Berlingo • Hanover Area Volunteer Fire and Rescue Representatives Jeffrey Spielman and Ray Kinsey • Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Chief Anthony Clousher and Secretary April Wetzel • Hanover Area Volunteer George Zimmerman • EMA Coordinator Jeff Waltman • Solicitor Gold (via phone) The meeting was called to order by Chairman Newman at 5:30 p.m. Secretary Wetzel completed roll call; six (6) voting members were present, there is a quorum. Announcement of Executive Session: None. Public Comment: o Local 2024 president, Tim Waltemyer spoke on the concerns of the EMS staff over the decision from the board and Fire Chief to bring in an outside organization to help cover the staffing shortage. o The board reassured the union they have no intention of outsourcing EMS services, and this is only a temporary fix until more staff can be hired. Consent Agenda Approval: • Councilman Kress moved for the approval of the Meeting Minutes and A/P Check Run for July 2024. Seconded by Commissioner Elksnis, motion carried unanimously. Treasurers Report: o See report provided by Brown Plus attached with minutes. Committee Reports: • Finance/Personnel: o Motion made by Mr. Spielman and seconded by Councilman Kress to approve the job description for the Deputy Chief position. Motion carried unanimously. o Motion to approve made by Councilman Kress and seconded by Commissioner Elksnis to authorize Chief Clousher to publish the job posting for the Deputy Chief position. Motion carried unanimously. August 15, 2024 Meeting Page 1 of 3  o Councilman Kress reported that the finance committee meet and reviewed the Profit and Loss, discussed the EMS staffing shortage and the Deputy Chief and EMS Supervisor positions. • Facilities & Apparatus: o In addition to the submitted report, Mr. Spielman reported that the committee met on Monday to review the needs that still need to be addressed at both Wirt Park Station and Clearview Station. o The committee also discussed the possibility of purchasing both properties on each side of Clearview Station. Mr. Spielman suggested that Chief Clousher set up a meeting with the owners of the property to have a discussion. Commissioner Elksnis added they would like to get moving on this and if necessary, get the Fire Commission and Solicitor involved in the discussions. o Chairman Newman inquired on the status of the apparatus repairs. Tim Waltemyer reported that all engines are back in service, however still having issues with repairs to the ladder truck. FIRE/EMS Chief’s Report: o See report attached with minutes. o The National Night Out bicycle raffle will be held on Monday, August 19 th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Kids Kingdom. o Chief Clousher reiterated the board’s statement that at no point in time was outsourcing the EMS services discussed. The reason for bringing in an outside organization was due to receiving correspondence from both Department of Health and the Emergency Health Services Federation concerning the staffing shortage and being able to provide the required patient care as indicated in our licenses. EMA Report: o See report attached with minutes. Hanover Area Volunteer Fire & Rescue Report: o See report attached with minutes. Unfinished Business: o Jim Shelton reported that he will be submitting for the STMP grant in September for the pension review for both Fire and EMS. New Business: o Councilman Kress reported that on Friday, August 16th the train tracks on Middle Street will finally be repaired and paved. Public Comment: None. August 15, 2024 Meeting Page 2 of 3 At 6:04 p.m. motion to adjourn made by Commissioner Elksnis, second by Commissioner Berlingo. Motion carried unanimously. The next scheduled meeting will be held on September 19, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. at Clover Lane Station. Respectfully Submitted, April Wetzel Recording Secretary August 15, 2024 Meeting Page 3 of 3  Facilites and Equipmen Repor Augus 2024 Clover Lane Saon: • No new repor for his monh. Clearview Saon: • A conracor has been hired o insall an exhaus fan for he atc area and should begin insalling shorly. Wir Park Saon: • Mulple repairs o he HVAC sysem connue. Equipmen: • No new repor for his monh. Jeffrey A. Spielman, Chairman Facilies and Equipmen  Hanover Area Volunteer Fire and Rescue P.O. Box 473 Hanover, PA 17331 717.637.6671 www.79firevolunteers.com Commission Meeting Presentation George L. Zimmerman August 15, 2024 Clover Lane Station HAVFR Spokesman 1. Education ▪ We are pleased to report that four (4) of our cadet members have successfully completed the Adams County Cadet Academy Class of 2024 – these members will be the future leadership of the Volunteer Organization – we salute them for their dedication and service to their Community and the Fire Commission ▪ We express our thanks and appreciation to the Career Staff for their leadership, knowledge, and sharing of skills by offering regular training sessions – continual training and education are hallmarks of a quality public safety organization brought to us by a professional staff 2. BBQ ▪ Last call! This Saturday, starting at 1100, is your last opportunity, this year, to enjoy a BBQ chicken dinner prepared by Chef 79 – see Maynard Becker for tickets – We appreciate your support! 3. National Night Out ▪ We will support National Night Out Part II, weather permitting, on Monday, August 19th, 6:00pm – 8:00pm at Kids Kingdom – if you are out and about, please stop by and say hello 4. York County Tax Refund Program ▪ We have just started this year’s third quarter participation in the program – all is going well – we anticipate successful completion again this year 5. Back to School ▪ It’s that time of year – please drive safely, watch for children and yellow school buses – Be a Courteous Driver and Be Safe!