HomeMy WebLinkAboutEmergency Services Committee Minutes 07.26.1999Emergency Services Committee
7-26-99
Present:
Ken Olson
Smokey Staudinger
STAFF:
Rick Musson, Police Chief
Jim Stevens, Fire Chief
Jan Stanford, Ambulance Director
AUDIENCE: Dan Sanders
Ambulance:
Jan reported on the progress of policy and procedures. She handed out a rough drain,
stating that there would be some changes. Jan also talked about hewing some new
ambulances in the area. One ambulance fully equipped would be about $85,000. Ken
said that he would help in setting up a meeting with Dr. Vaunice.
Fire:
Jim went over mutual aid agreements with Cenex, Billings, and Park City stating that
each entity covered it's own expenses except with Cenex foam- the requesting agency
would bear the cost.
Jim also said that he and 2nd Asst. Chief Steve Wegner are assisting Rimrock Vista with
the site location and design of a 10,000 gallon water tank. l~t Asst. Chief Terry Ruff and
Jim are also currently working with D.N.R.C. on location of a dry hydrant near Bolenske
Subdivision.
Jim stated that he would have a report on the training session with MMIA Representative
Bob Worthington at the next meeting.
Jim also said that during the state volunteer fire convention, he saw an imager for the fire
service. He is going to look into it and bring hack more information.
Police:
Rick reported that the drug dog, Bruno, had unexpectedly passed away. Replacing the
dog would cost about 8 to 10 thousand dollars with 5 thousand for lodging. They may be
looking for a dual purpose dog, attack and drag dog. When asked about requirements for
the present, Rick said that Billings and Yellowstone County have dogs that could be used.
Rick reported that they are shorthanded for dispatching. They are looking to fill the spot.
The COPS grant ha~ had an extension until July 16. No further information as of yet.
Smokey asked how long the academy is. Rick explained that it is 12 weeks. Smokey
asked if the academy graduate has to stay on the Laurel Police Force. Rick said that there
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is a law passed in the last legislature that addresses this and he w'fll look into it and bring
hack the information to the committee.
Rick brought up available space for evidence, animal control, and storage.
The state land was again discussed.
Rick told the committee about a mobile data computer system for police cars. It has a
price tag of about $6000. Rick stated that this was for future consideration, not
necessarily for now. He was unsure if there was a system for ambulances but thought
that there might be for fire.
Rick discussed the positive attitude of the staffmeeting and Ken stated that the staffinput
was great. There was discussion on how the relations between City Hall and the Police
Dept. have been improving. Ken said that the city is supportive of the department and he
hoped that with the P.O.R.S. pension program and additional education that longevity in
the department could be reached. Rick said that budget items could also help longevity.
Ken stated that it was going to be a tough year with many hard decisions for the budget
committee.
Ken brought up discussion on Y2K. He asked that the department heads could look at
their department and see ifY2K could present any difficulties. They need to report back
to the committee any anticipated actions that their department would take.
There was no further business and the meeting was adjourned.
,/Ken Olson /~