2003-11-12 Fire Commission Minutes

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Fire Chief Oliveira made a correction to the minutes of the October 8, 2003 regular session. The following corrections will be made: in the ChiefÓs report, Training Division, Firefighter Recruit Agility Test: 66 candidates passed the test out of the 109 who were scheduled to appear. There were 17 no shows. 11 failed at the swim; 11 failed at the weight drag; 1 failed on the hose bundle carry; and 3 failed on the endurance run. Commissioner Maedo moved to accept the October 8, 2003, regular & executive session minutes as corrected. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hart and unanimously carried. APPROVAL OF WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Commissioner Kaoiwi moved to accept communication numbers 03-83 The motion was seconded by Commissioner Maedo and unanimously ca CHIEFÓS REPORT included: Budget: Have not yet received notification on funding of any items. Supplemental budget increased to $5.6 million. A copy will be provided to the HFC. Included are: Kalaua Fire Station positions; KMC fire station positions and additional costs for HOVE start-up costs. A vehicle replacement package included an aerial platform; three 4-wheel drive vehicles; 55 uniformed positions and 6 civilian staff positions. Commissioner Bowles asked where is the HFD with respect to the strategic plan. Chief Oliveira stated that the HFD is consistently aware of the strategic plan with respect to staffing. The Kalaua Fire Station positions would meet the National requirements. Even if all the positions are received, we will still be behind in our plans. Letters of support is appreciated by HFC. The NFPA 1710 used. Commissioner Kaoiwi asked about the prevention area of the HFD. Specifically the position of the inspector was a concern to Commissioner Kaoiwi. Chief Oliveira stated that there is a minimum of 2 years in a captainÓs position to qualify for that position. There has been recruitment of other candidates; interest was received, but no committal. Inspector Kihara is on a contract. Commissioner Kaoiwi is encouraging Chief Oliveira to find someone else instead of the current inspector. Commissioner Kaoiwi is concerned about his production level. Chief Oliveira stated that he would get figures for the HFC. He advised that no one else at the HFD is able to sign off on the plans. Chief Oliveira stated that he would explore other options as well as continue looking to train new candidates for this 2