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BOARD OF DIRECTORS - ACTION SUMMARY
Wednesday, June 19, 2002 - 6:00 p.m.
Administration Building
2101 Hurley Way, Sacramento, CA
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by President Goold. Board Members
Present: Engellenner, Goold, Granados, Jones, Stewart, Trujillo, Valley,
Vanderveen; Fire Chief Martinez, General Counsel Price, Board Clerk Tilson.
Director Horel, absent.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC OPPORTUNITY TO DISCUSS MATTERS OF PUBLIC INTEREST WITHIN
DISTRICT JURISDICTION INCLUDING ITEMS ON OR NOT ON AGENDA
AWARDS:
a. Life Saving Commendation-Molly Barth-(Martinez)
[Item considered after Protective Ensemble Demonstration, followed by a
brief recess at 6:25 p.m.]
Molly Barth, a nine-year old, received a Life Saving Commendation
plaque from Fire Chief Martinez in recognition of her heroic actions on
March 23, 2002 in providing help to her mother, Liz Barth, who suffered a
diabetic seizure while driving. Her rapid actions resulted in Fire
personnel arriving at the scene and a positive outcome to a
life-threatening situation. A Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District
baseball cap and tee shirt were also presented.
President Goold recommended Molly receive an Honorary EMT Certificate.
b. Commendation-Explorer Cadet Program-(Martinez)
Firefighter Maurice Johnson, Explorer Cadet Program Manager, accepted a
Certificate of Commendation from Fire Chief Martinez on behalf of all the
members of the Explorers in recognition of their outstanding dedication to
the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District and meritorious community
service.
FIREFIGHTING PROTECTIVE ENSEMBLE
Safety Captain Mike McKenna demonstrated the effectiveness of the
protective ensemble used by Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District as
illustrated by a recent fire-fighting incident involving
Firefighter/Paramedic Brian Swindler. The protective clothing and safety
equipment shown were severely damaged but prevented life threatening
injury to Mr. Swindler.
Director Trujillo requested this item on the agenda. Following a
demonstration of the incident, he felt assured that our people are
protected. This also presents a good position for purchasing thermal
imaging equipment.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Board Meeting Action Summary-June 5, 2002
2. Deposit Report-May 2002
3. District Claims-May 2002
· Board Action:
Engellenner/Trujillo-Approve Consent Agenda. Unanimous vote in favor by
members present. Director Horel, absent.
ACTION ITEM(S)
1. Appeal of Fire Prevention Bureau Decision-Slavic Missionary
Church @ 9880 Jackson Highway, Sacramento-(Price)
§ Five-page legal opinion from District General Counsel Price dated
June 17, 2002 relative to the Certificates of Occupancy pertaining to the
Bethany Slavic Missionary Church distributed to the Board
Ø Certificate of Occupancy originally issued to the Sports Complex in
1987 for Building "C" is not valid for the Church's current use
as a sanctuary-requires a Certificate of Occupancy for the new use
Ø The building in its present physical configuration does not comply
with the California Building Code exiting requirements
§ Supplemental information from Attorney Mark Pruner dated June 14,
2002 distributed to the Board on behalf of the Slavic Missionary Church
appeal, with photographs of the main exit to the Church and traffic flow.
§ Three-page staff report with attachments dated June 5, 2002
recommending the actions of the Fire Chief be sustained, continue to
provide him/designee the authority to enforce the Fire and Life Safety
Code, and deny the appeal.
§ Fire Marshal Dobson maintained the District's position that the
Church apply for a building permit, complete the work required, and
receive a new Certificate of Occupancy
§ Attorney Pruner presented a video illustrating the ingress and
egress traffic flow to the main entrance of the Church
· Approximately 1700-1800 people at the first service on Sunday--the
current exiting requirements without any change allow 1,430
· The use triggers the exiting requirements and maintained no change in
the use-it remains an assembly use
Requested consideration of the following:
a. Allow a deadline of July 5 to submit building plans as committed to in
the paperwork presented
b. Allow the 1,430 people to meet in the main structure
c. Allow the on-site school in Building "B" to exist
§ The District recognizes and supports the needs of the community and
will continue to work with the Church
· Board Action:
Engellenner/Stewart-Deny the appeal. Unanimous vote in favor by members
present. Director Horel, absent.
2. Resolution No. 15-02 Calling for Election-Placer County-(Price)
§ Resolution No. 15-02 calling for the General District Election in
Placer County and requesting consolidation with the statewide election on
November 5, 2002 was recommended for adoption.
· Board Action:
Stewart/Granados-Adopt Resolution No. 15-02. Unanimous vote in favor by
members present. Director Horel, absent.
3. Military Leave Policy-(Means)
§ Board action taken on December 12, 2001, provides total coverage for
any affected employee.
Item tabled pending proposed State legislation.
4. California Special Districts Association (CSDA)-Board of
Directors-(Martinez)
· Board Action:
General consensus in support of incumbent, Rita Velasquez, General Manager
of the Elk Grove CSD, for another term on the Board of Directors for
Region 2 of the CSDA.
PRESENTATION ITEM(S)
1. Pioneer Mutual Hook & Ladder Society-(Crooks)
§ Richard Crooks presented a historical background of the Pioneer
Mutual Hook & Ladder Society founded to establish a fire museum in
Sacramento, with an update on its current activities.
Current membership of 660. Funding is provided through payroll
deductions, donations, memorial contributions, and various fundraising
activities; the deposit account now contains over $200,000. Distributed a
membership/payroll deduction form to the Board with copies available.
He thanked Fire Chief Martinez for his continued support throughout the
years.
§ Fire Chief Martinez expressed his personal appreciation to Mr.
Crooks for his support of the District and the community fire service. His
contributions include a map of all predecessor agencies, District
chronicle, and badge display in the lobby. Currently working on a display,
"The Last Alarm," containing a plaque in recognition of named
firefighters of our predecessor agencies who gave their lives and some
veteran fire protective equipment.
Encouraged membership in the Mutual Hook & Ladder Society for $2
per month.
PRESIDENT'S REPORT-(Goold) None
FIRE CHIEF'S REPORT-(Martinez)
§ Fire Camp 2002 commenced Tuesday, June 18, with 92 young people
attending and a number of volunteers; concluding on Saturday, June 22.
Acknowledged Battalion Chief Geoff Miller as the coordinator and Fire
Camp leader. List of employees contributing their off-time to this event
will be forwarded at completion.
§ Firefighter oral board entry testing in progress with 298
applicants; concludes Friday.
§ Displayed a large replica of the New Heroes of 2001 Semi postal
Stamp. An official unveiling ceremony of the fundraising stamp will be
held on Friday, June 28 at 11 a.m., Firefighter's Memorial in Capitol
Park.
§ Fire Marshal Dobson presented a brief overview of the recent serial
fires; provided background on three significant serial fire arrests in the
last six weeks. Emphasized the continued importance of the arson
investigation program in providing service to the entire County; without
it, the three arrests would not have occurred.
§ May not be in attendance at the July 10 Board meeting.
GENERAL COUNSEL'S REPORT-(Price) None
COMMITTEE AND DELEGATE REPORTS:
Executive Committee-(Goold)
§ Next Meeting-TBD
Communications Center Delegate-(Vanderveen)
§ Next Meeting-June 25, 2002 -- 10:30 a.m.
Regional Fire & Rescue Training JPA-(Stewart)
§ Next Meeting-August 23, 2002 - 10 a.m.
Location: 2101 Hurley Way, Sacramento
Finance Committee-(Jones)
§ Next meeting: July 24, 2002-5:00 p.m.
Policy Committee-(Granados)
§ Next meeting: July 10, 2002 - 5 p.m.
INFORMATIONAL ITEM(S):
Correspondence
1. California Peace Officers' Association Thank You/Martinez
2. County of Sacramento-Finance Department-Appointment of
Simcoe to Treasury Oversight Committee
3. Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau Thank You/Martinez
4. Department of Energy Thank You/Cummings
Newspaper Article(s)
1. Sacramento Bee Neighbors, Church Must Fix Safety Violations
Or Move, June 9, 2002
· Board Action:
Received and filed.
RECESS 8:10 P.M., CONVENE TO CLOSED SESSION 8:17 PM
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION 8:30 P.M./CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Report by General Counsel Price:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to
California Government Code Section 54956.9(a)-One Case
William Brown vs. Sacramento County Fire Protection District
WCAB SAC0289739
Counsel Price reported that the District's Workers' Compensation
counsel, Douglas Weill, provided the Board with an update and
recommendation on potential settlement. The Board by an 8-0 vote provided
direction to Mr. Weill. The details of a settlement will be made public if
effectuated. No further action was taken in Closed Session.
BOARD MEMBER QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
Vanderveen:
§ Action was taken at the last Board meeting on the hiring categories of
our employees. Some ambiguity may exist relative to the authority to
execute those employments. Recommended issue be referred back to the
Policy Committee in concert with staff to bring back any further
amplification, if appropriate.
Trujillo:
§ Out-of-State and not in attendance at the next meetings of the Policy
Committee and Board [July 10].
§ Participated in a ride-along on three calls with Captain Tom Hansen
and Engineer Jim Van Brunt of Station 23. Great response time of 4-5
minutes each, performed by personnel with expertise.
Jones:
§ Encouraged Board Directors not currently signed up to become a member
of Pioneer Mutual Hook & Ladder Society. Establishment of a museum
will contribute to the historical significance of our area.
§ Fire Chief Martinez will be speaking at the Cordova Community
Council this Friday; unable to attend due to work commitment but wished
him well.
Granados:
§ Commended Fire Marshal Dobson and staff for an outstanding job on the
Slavic Church issue, with work continuing.
This Department deals daily with issues that save a lot of lives.
Engellenner:
§ Inquired about status of negotiations with Sacramento County for the
International Airport in light of their hiring process for a fire chief.
Fire Chief Martinez stated the hiring process is on hold until we reach
a conclusion.
Goold:
§ Fire Chief Martinez was the keynote speaker at the American River
College graduation this semester and did a fine job representing our
District.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
Grant B. Goold, President Charles A. Horel, Secretary
Charlotte Tilson, Clerk of the Board
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