2007-11-14 Fire Commission Minutes

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technology in order allow the personnel to take all of their equipment with them when responding to a call. Although these vehicles look similar to the HazMat trucks, they are more capable of accommodating all types of incidents. Commissioner Bowles inquired on when the updated strategic plan would be presented to the commission. Deputy Chief Honda replied that he believes that Chief Oliveira is preparing it for the December meeting. Commissioner Rosehill asked whether the Captain Cook Station’s personnel were notified of the meeting scheduled on November 27. Deputy Chief Honda replied that they were. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Consideration for an Annual Statewide Fire Commission Conference. (Deferred from October 10, 2007, meeting.) Commissioner Browne stated that he is in favor of the meetings, with the understanding that it is not at the expense of the commission. Chair Brazier asked Secretary Laurie Kaneta whether funds were allocated for the commission. Ms. Kaneta replied that the funds were included in the supplemental budget. Commissioner Maedo stated that although it is not included in the existing budget, it was part of the supplemental budget. The commission may need to make a decision whether to pursue the matter with the Chief. Commissioner Bertsch clarified that the question was whether the Commission is willing to participate or endorse a Statewide Fire Commission Conference. If the commission decides in favor of the conference, then it will need to seek funding. Commissioner Maedo stated that it is necessary that it clearly be understood that once the conference occurs in Hawai'i County, the commission at that time would be responsible to plan and arrange the event. Commissioner Bertsch inquired on the Local Emergency Planning Committee and asked for details on the committee. Deputy Chief Honda replied that they deal with HazMat responses. 9