12/18/2013 Board of Public Safety Meeting Minutes

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REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 18 2013 94 APPROVE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS Upon a motion by Mr. Taylor, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried, the Board approved the Minutes of the Public Agenda Session, Executive Session, and Regular Meetings of November 20, 2013 as presented. FIRE DEPARTMENT SWEARING IN OF FIREFIGHTER JESSICA RINGER In a letter to the Board, Fire Chief Stephen Cox, recommended that Jessica Ringer be accepted for employment on a probationary basis with the South Bend Fire Department effective December 18, 2013. Chief Cox addressed the Board and stated that Jessica had been involved in recruit school but due to a medical issue, she was unable to completer her training. He noted they are happy to have her back and she has now met the requirements of the application process of the South Bend Fire Department. Ms. Kathryn Roos, Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff, stated the Mayor was unable to join the meeting this morning and she would like to offer congratulations to Firefighter Ringer on behalf of the Mayor's office. Ms. Roos stated it says a lot to have so many colleagues present and it says a lot for the Fire Department and for the City; the support shown is touching. She stated the responsibilities taken on by Firefighter Ringer are an honor. She thanked Ms. Ringer's family members for their support and continued support for the community work she will be doing. Ms. Roos noted Jessica has shown a great deal of perseverance, not only as the sixth (6th) female recruit, but the other hurdles she has had to overcome. Ms. Roos added it shows her dedication to her job and to her community. Upon a motion made by Mr. Taylor, seconded by Mr. Collins and carried, the recommendation of Chief Cox to hire Firefighter Jessica Ringer was accepted and approved as outlined above. Mr. John Voorde, City Clerk, administered the Oath of Office to Firefighter Jessica Ringer and Chief Cox pinned her badge on her, The Board wished them well in their endeavors with the South Bend Fire Department. APPROVE PROMOTION TO THE RANK OF CAPTAIN IN SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT — MICHAEL LAGODNEY In a letter to the Board, Fire Chief Stephen Cox stated that the South Bend Fire Department has a vacancy for a Captain. In accordance with the promotion policy established by the South Bend Fire Department and Local 362, Chief Cox recommends that Firefighter First Class Michael Lagodney be promoted to the rank of Captain in Special Assignment effective December 18, 2013 for a probationary period of one year. In his letter, Chief Cox stated that Firefighter Lagodney was appointed to the South Bend Fire Department on June 5, 2002 and has proven his leadership skills and ability in fire suppression. Chief Cox addressed the Board and stated that Mike has held several leadership positions in the Fire Department including the Tack Rescue Team, the E -Board with the Firefighter's Union, and a multitude of operations in the Fire Department. Upon a motion made by Mr. Taylor, seconded by Mr. Collins and carried, the Chief's recommended promotion was accepted and approved as outlined above. Chief Cox pinned his badge on him and Ms. Kathryn Roos, Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff, joined the Board in congratulating him and wishing him well. FILING OF MONTHLY STATISTICAL ANALYSIS REPORT — NOVEMBER 2013 Fire Chief Stephen Cox submitted to the Board the monthly report for November 2013 compiled by the Prevention/Inspection Bureau of the Fire Department. Ms. Vasquez stated if there were no objections, the Board would accept the report for filing as presented. A summary is as follows: NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 2012 2013 STRUCTURE FIRES Property Damage -- Buildings 8z Contents (Estimates) $304,600.00 $114,850.00 INSPECTIONS (Fire Prevention /l ect ;on Bureau) 200 Inspections 205 Total Inspections (64 Re-Inspections) (87 Re -Ins ections) INVESTIGATIONS (Police /Fire Arson Bureau) 23 17 Invest; at ;ons Investigations