Indianapolis Fire Buffs

2205 East 58^th Street                          

Indianapolis, Indiana 46220            

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Minutes for IFB meeting, Sept. 16, 2009,  IFD #41

 

President Jerry Traub called the meeting to order at 1934. Twelve members were present; seven members were excused. There were two guests: Robert Sowers (Central Indiana React) and Gail Lock (Wayne Twp. Support Services), both here for their second meeting.   

A moment of silence was observed to honor deceased members and local firefighters. Members were also asked to remember all the casualties of 911, Matt Woods, and all of the IFD firefighters who are observing the 150^th Anniversary of the Department. The Pledge of Allegiance followed.

A motion was made to suspend the regular order of business and approved. Wayne Smith from Station 41 gave a description of the history of the Warren Township FD and the township dispatching. Members were invited to tour the station following the business meeting.

A motion to approve the minutes of the August 2009 meeting, as corrected, was made by Rodger Birchfield and seconded. The motion was approved.

The Treasurer's report was presented for August 2009. Moved by Dennis Huff for approval and seconded. Motion approved.

MAIL: Walker Insurance worker's comp policy kit, letter for Brett, Sam's Club renewal, Fire & Rescue magazine.

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

ARTIFACTS AND PHOTO ARCHIVES: (Committee: Rodger Birchfield, chair, Ron Cunningham, Brett Jackson, Jack Finney, members)   Rodger reported some more picture had been found, so those were in the process of being copied. Jerry reported we have been invited to donate an artifact that will be included in the 150^th Time Capsule. He appointed a subcommittee consisting of Rodger, Jack Finney, and Ryan Duffin to come up with something appropriate.

APPARATUS: (Committee: Dennis Chambers, chair, Rodger Birchfield, CL Hankins, members) Dennis C reported via email that the Bloomington Ford participated in IFD's 150^th Anniversary parade on Sept. 12. The Water Tower developed some mechanical issues en route to the parade and could not participate. The Bloomington Ford was in the "none of the above" category since it was not lettered as an IFD apparatus. RSU 3 was also in the parade and included with the "IFD" group. Dennis noted that he discovered a dead battery on the Bloomington Ford while prepping it. He was able to get a warranty replacement, paying what we paid seven year's ago. The bill has been submitted to the treasurer for reimbursement. RSU 1 brought up the end of the parade after serving as a watering station. Thanks to everyone who participated and those who spit-shined the apparatus. All the pieces looked great. Dennis also noted there is a siren box that has been misplaced. He requested assistance in locating it.

MEMBERSHIP: (Committee: Club Secretary, chair) Gail Lock and Robert Sowers attended their second meeting. An application for Associate Membership was received from Sabrina Nicole Green. It was moved, seconded, and approved to accept her application. Jerry reported that Matt Woods is now at home after a stay at Methodist Hospital. His illness has responded to medicines, although he still faces a long convalescent time. He has cleared out about 1000 emails, he sounds much better, and hopes to be out and driving by Thanksgiving. He'll welcome your phone call - his number is 317-784-7983.

RSU:  (Committee: Ed McMichael, chair, Mary Morgan, Jim Williamson, Mark Burke, Dennis Huff, CL Hankins, members)

Ed McMichael submitted mid-Aug to mid-Sept 2009 RSU runs:

• 8/21/09  38^th and Michigan Road, out 0210, in 0406, Water body recovery, 20 served, Ed

• 8/22/09  2602 N. High School Road (Speedway, Wayne, IFD) out 1825, in 2042, Box +, closed hotel, 50 served,

                  Tod, Rodger, Ed

• 8/23/09  1418 Linden, out 0541, in 0710, Box +, residence, served 30 ff and 2 civ, Ed

• 8/27/09  4101 Baker, 85 degrees, out 1910, in 2005, Box, residence, served 25, Ed

• 8/29/09  4823 Nowland, out 1835, in 1854, urban search - disregarded, subject found, Ed

• 8/30/09  2310 Hobart, out 0550, in 1132, urban search, served 45 ff, 22 police/others, Brett, Ed

• 8/31/09  1447 N. Harding Street, out 1534, in 1555, HazMat spill, served 12, CL and Rodger

• 9/06/09  95 N. 2^nd Street, Beech Grove, out 1921, in 1930, box, business, disregarded, Ron, CL

• 9/08/09  3200 Brouse, out 1415, in 1430, investigation at residence, served 10, Mark and CL

• 9/08/09  342 N. Linwood, out 2350, in 0157, Box, residence, 30 served, Ed

• 9/09/09  London, IN, out 1400, in 1650, special detail, served 60 civilians, Mark and CL

• 9/11/09  2700 S. Belmont, out 0207, in 0459, Box +, building, served 45, CL, Ed, Rodger, Tod

• 9/12/09  150^th Anniversary IFD Parade, out 1100, in 1400, special detail, served 100, Jerry, Jim, Dennis C.,

                  David, Jack, Gail, Dennis H., Mark, Tod, Rodger, Ron, Justin, Brett, Peter

• 9/16/09  Hamilton and Brookside, out 0323, in 1520, Box +, served 35, Rodger, Ed, Tod

• 9/16/09  2926 Country Estates Dr., out 1830, in 1915, Box, apartments, served 15, CL

 

Members were updated on the mechanical status of the RSU units. RSU 1 needs some minor repairs. RSU 3 was picked up from the Shops for the parade. We will continue using it while the generator is on order. Once it is received, RSU3 will return to the Shops for installation. RSU 2 broke down on I-70 several weeks ago. It was towed to Reserve Station 12. The plan is to have the problems diagnosed by a competent mechanic. Dennis H made a motion to authorize up to $120 for this effort. Once we know the extent of the "issues," we will make an informed decision on whether we will keep this unit. We continue to work with the City regarding our contract payment. CL volunteered to create a maintenance logbook for each of our apparatus - an idea very well received!

WEBSITE: (Committee: Dennis Chambers, chair)  Dennis C reported the website has been updated with the latest runs and minutes.

COMMUNICATIONS/PAGERS:  (Committee: Dennis Chambers and Dave Palin, co-chairs)  Dennis C reported he has sent the pager program termination letters.

(Correction! We are not terminating the entire paging program, just the use of the pagers! All pages will still be available, but only through your cell phones! Starting January 1st, 2010.)

RESERVE STATION 12: (Committee: Mark Burke, chair, Dave Palin, Jim Williamson, Dave Babcock, members) The outside light was vandalized. Mark has made arrangements to have the fixture and bulbs replaced and maybe moved up to put it out of reach. "The wall" is finished except for some trim work and painting. The guys at Station 5 (B shift) came over and assisted with the last stages of lifting and bracing. Thanks very very much!! Jim is going to get the trim work completed, and Mark will organize a painting detail. Once the sink is remounted, this project will be complete!

INSURANCE:  (Committee: Jerry Traub, chair. Ed McMichael, Ryan Duffin, members) The worker's comp insurance has been paid for and is in force. This policy will provide medical coverage for any Buff injured while "buffing." The next premium installment is due for general liability and vehicle coverage. We are waiting for our City contract payment to cover this.

TURNOUT:  Staff is working on the Convention issue.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

For some parade photos, check out bchrisphotos.blogspot.com and also www.phototac.com

Jerry reported the 2009 Raffle is underway. It began with the traditional ticket give-away/sales at the Retirees Dinner on Sept. 15. Sales were brisk at the dinner - hopefully a sign of things to come. Jerry will be getting the stations assigned and tickets issued in time for the first sales weekend. The drawing will be Nov. 17 at the Local 416 Union meeting.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

Mark completed paperwork for the Special election to be held Tuesday, Nov. 3. Reserve Station 12 will be a polling place again. This matter was tabled until our next meeting.

Jerry announced there is a IFD 150^th Anniversary Dance, a semi-formal event (guys in coats and ties, gals in dresses), and any Buff is invited to attend. The cost is $45 per person. Jim Williamson made a motion to donate $150 as a support sponsorship. It was duly seconded and approved. The check should be directed to the IFD 150^th Anniversary Dance committee in care of Rita Reith at Headquarters.

There is going to be a little "farewell" party for Dave Palin at the Rathskeller, Wed., Sept. 23 at 6:30. Please let Ed know if you are planning to attend (edmcm@yahoo.com or 317-902-6482).

 

Motion to adjourn 2154, seconded by many.

 

NEXT BREAKFAST 0900, Saturday Oct. 3, 2009, IFD 42 B shift  (1302 S. Franklin Road)

NEXT MEETING:  1930, Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009, IFD station 42 B shift.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Ed McMichael, Secretary