January 10, 2012
Chief Milton Widener called the meeting to Order. An attendance roster was passed around for
signature. A quorum was present.
Chief Widener announced a 1% Fund audit for 2010 and
2011. The 2012 1% budget Funds was
discussed with a total of $9550. A
motion by Bill Johnson and a second by Roger Kaney to pass the budget. The 1% Fund approval sheet was routed for
signature with a 51% approval required.
The Department application for Tom Codrell was voted on with
new applications for Mike and Stephanie Percey.
The Chief discussed new truck prices. An effort is being made to help locate funds
for a new or used truck.
The Forestry Grant quotes for equipment purchase are being
received. The Grant is for $4500 and and
equal matching.
Chief Widener discussed the cost of specialty training and
the need to attend when the Department has paid the costs.
Chief Widener discussed some missing equipment after the
Blacks Drive fire.
The Haunted Trail vendor will provide proceeds to the Fire
Department and Rescue Squad. The
Department received a fund raising check from Fred’s Department Store with the
proceeds going to restoration of the old fire truck.
Chief Widener appointed Chairs and solicited participation
on various Committees to assist in Department functions.
The Department discussed at length the initiation event
during the Christmas dinner. The pro’s
and con’s of conducting the event during the Christmas dinner was
discussed. Following the Department
discussion the Officers convened a meeting to consideration alternatives.
The oil has been changed in the County trucks. The Chief urged everyone to clean the
trucks.
Tax forms will be handed out at the next meeting.
A new County ID badge is available at the Health Department
next to the airport.
The meeting was adjourned.
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