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needed on the EMS side. There needs to be a way to keep them in the MICT <br />Division. Provides a better supervisor. <br />Commissioner Bowles is concerned about losing momentum because of these kinds <br />of promotions. The reason for moving out of the MICT program should not be only a <br />financial reason - some talents are being sacrificed. It was suggested to have more <br />discussions with the State Department of Health (who provides for 50% of the <br />budget) in creating the opportunity to Ðmove up the ladderÑ. They should be <br />provided with the training and skills to coordinate operations on the fire side as well. <br />The biggest stumbling block is going from an EMS environment to pump water for a <br />fire. Cross-training would be ideal. <br />Chief Oliveira stated that there are many options to consider and one needs to be found <br />that works. <br />PUBLIC STATEMENTS <br />None. <br />ANNOUNCEMENTS <br /> The next meeting is to be held on Wednesday, February 12, 2003, at 10:00 a.m. at <br />the Liquor Control Conference Room, Hilo Lagoon Centre, 101 Aupuni Street, Hilo, <br />HawaiÒi. <br /> Set agenda for February 12, 2003, meeting. ChiefÓs evaluation (unfinished <br />business); Salary Commission report (unfinished business). Chief Oliveira may be <br />in Honolulu for arbitration meetings and unavailable on February 12. <br />ADJOURNMENT <br />Meeting adjourned at 11:40 am <br />SUBMITTED BY: <br />__________________________ <br />MARTHA A. RODILLAS <br />Secretary <br />B&C:Fire Commission:Regular Session Minutes January 8, 2003 LSA/ <br />6 <br />