Chair Love called the (EFD) Board meeting to order at 5:45 P.M.

Absent: None

2. AGENDA APPROVAL

Chief DuCharme reviewed the Monthly District Review for May 2003 without change from the Board.

Chief DuCharme reviewed the Operating Committee Meeting Minutes for June 11, 2003. Boardmember Skrede requested clarification from EDA Executive Director Dawson regarding comments stated as part of Item 6 with regard to the West Side Public Safety Facility Project Contingency Fund.

Boardmember Bolles and Skrede requested clarification regarding financial responsibility for the training of firefighters from other municipalities not a part of the Excelsior Fire District.

There were no matters from the floor presented this evening.

1. Recruitment

Chief DuCharme reported on recruitment issues, noting that on June 4, 2003, approximately 20 firefighter applicants were invited to the Excelsior Fire Station for an informational recruitment night. Of those twenty, thirteen applicants challenged the agility test of dexterity and physical conditioning necessary to be a firefighter given by the EFD. All twelve passed the test and committed to beginning the Firefighter 1 training course. Of the twelve applicants tested, six would be East Side responders and six would be West Side responders. Emphasis remained on recruiting additional firefighters for the East Side Public Safety Facility.

2. Proposed Budget FY 2004

Chief DuCharme provided a brief overview of the 2004 Proposed Budget for the Operating and Capital Equipment Plan for the EFD. Boardmember Bolles requested clarification on items pertaining to protection gear and uniforms, school and education, and repairs and maintenance of equipment. Boardmember Skrede requested clarification on items pertaining to health insurance costs and medical fees. Boardmember Skrede also requested the Board be provided with the cost of health insurance coverage to volunteer firefighters for future consideration. The Board suggested services being provided by the EFD to the City of Orono be reflected and highlighted in the Operating Budget for the EFD.

Skrede moved, Bolles seconded, Accepting the 2004 Proposed Budgets for the Operating and Capital Equipment Plan, and Recommending Approval of the 2004 Proposed Budget for the Operating and Capital Equipment Plan to the City Councils of the EFD Member Cities, contingent upon the inclusion of the Orono Revenue and Expenses in the 2004 Proposed Budget as discussed. Motion passed 5/0. Should read "Recommended Presentation"

3. Insurance Costs

Chief DuCharme reported this matter would be placed on the July 9, 2003, EFD Board Meeting Agenda.

He also thanked Boardmember Bolles for his efforts in preparing the fireboat for readiness. In addition, Chief DuCharme noted the medical leaves for three firefighters. Should read "dockage location"

Boardmember Hill questioned the consequences and costs assessed to homeowners for cancellation of fire calls to residences.

Discussion ensued regarding consequences, current fee schedules, and subsequent impact on city budgets for cancellation of fire calls to homeowners due to malfunctioning security systems.

Chief DuCharme stated he would provide tracking of "false alarms" within the District to the Board as requested.

1. East Side
2. Shared Private (Well) Water System with the City of Deephaven

Chief DuCharme noted the Items 7 A and B would be discussed together. He explained he was excited to see progress being made toward attaining a well system for the East Side Station and consideration had been given to sharing a well with the Deephaven City Hall. Plans were being considered for three tanks to provide pressurization for the City Hall and the Fire Station including direct access to the sites and tanks through a 5’ by 15’ structure housing the tanks.

Boardmembers expressed appreciation of the idea and Boardmember Skrede asked the Board’s permission to allow bids and specifications to be prepared for a 6-inch well casing for the site. Chair Love noted the Shorewood EDA could delegate this action through a use agreement.

3. West Side

In response to Chair Love’s question, Chief DuCharme reported the dirt on the site of the West Side Public Safety Facility would not be removed, at the request of the construction manager, until all grading had taken place on site. This measure was expected to reduce cost associated with removal of the dirt for the project.

4. Consideration of Construction Invoices

Chief DuCharme reported information shared regarding construction invoices and change orders for the Shorewood EDA, TSP One, Inc., and Kraus-Anderson would be reported as a single item for future meeting Agendas. Chair Love commented all budgets currently agree between these entities.

Skrede moved, Keller seconded, Accepting Invoices and Recommending Payment of Bills to Kraus-Anderson in the amount of $671,145.00; Structural Design Associates, Inc., in the amount of $3,693.38; and TSP, One, Inc., in the amount of $13,815.56 for the West Side Facility and $3,289.73 for the East Side Facility, as Presented. Motion passed 5/0.

8. SPECIAL UNIT OF GOVERNMENT

Chief DuCharme noted this item would be discussed at a future EFD Board Meeting when more information became available.

9. OTHER BUSINESS

Chair Love stated the EFD Fire and Rescue Boat was in need of permanent dockage for future seasons. He also requested anyone interested in providing volunteer patrol and spotter boat services for the Annual 4^th of July Fireworks Celebration contact him as soon as possible.

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