The regular meeting of the Commissioners of Southern Platte Fire Protection District was held Monday, April 16, 2001, at Station One on 9 Highway in Parkville, Mo.

Nelson Hopper acted as chairman of the meeting and called it to order at 7:07 p.m. Present at the meeting were Commissioners Cull and Hopper and newly elected Commissioner Gary Judd. Also present were Chief Richard Carrizzo; attorney for the District, Leslie Greene; and the following: Lori J. Judd, Derek W. Judd, Sean Judd, Steven Shaumeyer, Chris Denney, Bill Fiser, Kelly Wingert, Bill Martucci and Kevin Smith.

Minutes of the March 2001 meeting were presented to the Commissioners for review. Upon motion made by Mr. Cull, the minutes were approved and accepted as presented.

Mrs. Thomas presented the treasurer's report for March. She stated that all funds had now been transferred from Firststar to the new UMB accounts. After discussion and upon motion made by Mr. Cull and seconded by Mr. Hopper, the report was unanimously approved and accepted by the Commissioners.

The following old business was discussed:

1. Station Four - Chief Carrizzo stated that he has had ongoing discussions with Mrs. Greene concerning the District's options with reference to the surveyor's error and the station being 20 feet too close to the road. The District may consider seeking remedy from the surveyors, the building manager, and others. He stated he is not happy with the construction manager and project people because of the problems and changes in plans that have been made without notification to the District. He plans to talk with Keating about all the problems.

2. Ambulance Issue - Chief Carrizzo had nothing to report other than that MAST's response times had increased somewhat but were still low.

3. Station One - Chief Carrizzo reported that Station One still has leaks and also has lighting problems. He stated the District still owes approximately $43,000 but he will not pay until problems are rectified. He is meeting with the architect.

4. Apparatus Update - Chief Carrizzo reported that equipment is up and running. The ladder had a brake problem which necessitated a $100 repair. Station One's truck had a $2,000 repair bill. The new Suburban is in but is being striped.

5. Department Values - Chief Carrizzo stated that he needed several dates to submit to the facilitator and asked the Commissioners when they would be available.

6. 2000 Audit - Mrs. Thomas reported that she had spoken with David Clevenger's office today to confirm that they will perform the audit. We are to call Mr. Clevenger's assistant when the District's records are ready for them

There was no further old business. Thereupon, Dean Cull the retiring Commissioner stated that he had had a good time performing his duties as a commissioner and that his term of office had been exciting and fun. Nelson Hopper thanked Mr. Cull for his service. Thereupon, Dean Cull, as secretary, certified the election of Gary Judd as Commissioner on April 4. Nelson Hopper moved for acceptance of the certification of Mr. Judd. Mr. Judd was then certified and Leslie Greene swore him in as Commissioner. Thereupon, Mr. Judd was welcomed by Mr. Hopper.

Chief Carrizzo stated he would contact the insurance company to remove Dean Cull from the bond and to add Gary Judd.

All old business was closed.

The meeting reconvened at 7:50 with Nelson Hopper and Gary Judd in attendance.

The new board then elected Nelson Hopper President, Gary Judd Treasurer and Michael Newburger Secretary.

Chief Carrizzo then presented his report as follows:

Daniel Peak, representing John Brown and Terradyne, inquired about one acre of land on which to place a tower at the Station Four location. Richard stated he had written him telling the District can't consider anything until Station Four is completed.

The District received a thank you note from the Si Kendall family.

The District will again apply for a Helping Hearts grant of $ 1,000 toward an automatic external defibrillator.

The District is beginning its hiring process. Chief Carrizzo hopes to hire an additional nine firefighters. And ad will begin running in The Kansas City Star on Sunday, April 22 and will run for 15 days.

Chief Carrizzo stated that he has been appointed to the TIF Commission. He had nothing to report at this time but will keep the Commissioners informed.

Chief Carrizzo reported that the pancake breakfast at Station One was very successful. About 550 people attended and the District received many favorable comments and expressions of thanks. The cost was under $4,000.

Chief Carrizzo also reported that the Federal Fire Act has funds of $100 Million available for fire districts. He stated that the District would apply, but he didn't expect to receive any funds. The funds are for protective clothing and personal alert devices. Chief Carrizzo felt that the funds would be awarded to smaller districts with greater needs.

It was announced that Chief Carrizzo will participate in graduation from the Executive Fire Officer Symposium.

Chief Carrizzo stated that MARC has done a salary study which the District will obtain. He also informed the Commissioners that he has ordered a fire truck to go on each call for public relations purposes. He mentioned that next week is Secretary's Week. He also stated that 5.0 Firehouse Reporting was begun in March.

Chief Carrizzo also reported on code enforcement for March. A copy of that report is attached to these minutes.

There being no further business, the Chief s report was accepted by the commissioners upon motion made, seconded and passed.

The meeting then adjourned to executive session at 8: 10 p.m. to discuss personnel matters.

There were no personnel decisions made during the executive session and the meeting reconvened at 9:45 p.rn. As there was no further business to come before the meeting, it was adjourned at 9:47 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Connie Thomas,
Secretary