02/18/2015 Board of Public Safety Meeting

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REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 18. 2015 17 from smoke inhalation. As the Engine 6 crew reported that there were victims in the house, Lieutenant Krill took the initiative to self - dispatch to the scene on Medic 5 with Firefighter Tague. As they arrived on scene, they pulled up next to the area where Captain Rose was administering care to the initial victim. Krill and Tague assisted Capt. Rose with administering emergency medical care and packaging the victim for transport to the hospital. Due to the coordination of efforts, initiative taken by individuals during the course of the incident, and phenomenal teamwork exhibited by all members of the SBFD effort; all patients were delivered to the hospital within 23 minutes of the initial 911 call for the fire. The actions of the crews of Medics 4, 5, and 1660 at this fire directly contributed to the ultimate survival of all but one of the patients involved in this incident in spite of the severity of the injuries sustained by them. Be it further resolved that Rob Rose, Suzie Krill, Nick Miller, Corey Powell, and David Tague be commended and recognized for their quick actions, dedication, and professionalism. Their actions reflect highly upon themselves, the South Bond Fire Department, and the City of South Bend. Awarded this 18" day of February 2015. s/Laura Vasquez, President s /Eddie Miller, Member s /John Collins, Member s/Luther Taylor, Member s/Daniel Jones, Member ATTEST: s /Linda Martin, Clerk ACCEPT AND APPROVE DECLARATION FOR RETIREMENT — RON BRANDT President Vasquez advised that Fire Chief Steve Cox has submitted to the Board the Application and Declaration for Retirement for Captain Ron Brandt effective February 1, 2015. Chief Cox noted that Mr. Brandt was appointed to the Fire Department on June 5, 1979, and has served with loyalty and diligence. Chief Cox joined the Board in thanking him for his commitment, distinguished years of service to the South Bend Fire Department and the citizens of South Bend. Members also wished him a long and happy retirement. Upon a motion made by Mr. Collins, seconded by Mr. Taylor and carried, the retirement was accepted and approved. ACCEPT AND APPROVE LETTER OF RESIGNATION GRANT BAKFR In a letter to the Board, Fire Chief Stephen Cox requested the Board accept a letter of resignation from Firefighter Grant Baker effective February 11, 2015. Chief Cox joined the Board in wishing him the best of luck in his future endeavors. Upon a motion made by Mr. Collins, seconded by Mr. Taylor and carried, the resignation was accepted and approved. ACCEPT AND FILE TWO (2) DONATIONS TO SOUTH BEND FIRE DEPARTMENT Fire Chief Stephen Cox advised the Board of two generous donations made to the South Bend Fir, Department. He stated a donation of $1.000.00 was received from the daughters of retired Firefighter Joseph Jelinski on their parents' behalf, and a donation of approximately $14,000.00 worth of nozzle and appliance hardware was received from Elkhart Brass. Chief Cox noted this equipment will be used exclusively at the Luther J. Taylor Sr. Fire Training Center and will reduce the wear and tear on front line equipment used by the Department. Chief Cox stated the Fire Department is extremely grateful for the generosity of both donors. There being no further discussion, the donations were accepted and filed. FILING OF MONTHLY STATISTICAL ANALYSIS REPORT — JANUARY 2015 Fire Chief Stephen Cox submitted to the Board the monthly report for January, 2015 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: