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Hawaii Fire Commission <br /> Regular Session Minutes <br /> October 24, 2024 <br /> Page 14 <br /> certain topics, they can raise them in advance, and he can incorporate them into his <br /> report. Chair Kosaki agreed, noting that it was a good idea, especially for topics like <br /> the hydrants, where an email had been sent. He will ask the chief to include it in the <br /> packet and forward it to Ms. Correa, who can then distribute it to the commission. <br /> Chair Kosaki also confirmed with Chief Todd whether he would be sending out a <br /> clarifying memo regarding the hydrants. Chief Todd responded that he had spoken <br /> with the union and committed to sending an updated memo to clarify the intent and <br /> outline where the department's responsibilities end. He acknowledged that it was <br /> important but admitted he hadn't had the time to do it yet, which he considered a <br /> failure on his part. <br /> Chair Kosaki informed the commission that there was an email that went out to the <br /> whole department regarding hydrants and that personnel are required to maintain <br /> the hydrants in their districts. They received a lot of calls saying it's not the <br /> personnel's responsibility to do maintenance on the hydrant. They should be training <br /> with the hydrants, but it's not their responsibility. <br /> Chair Kosaki mentioned that if there are any issues, he would email the chief and <br /> ask him to include them in his report. He also suggested that the remaining agenda <br /> items be addressed at the next meeting and stated he would email the chief <br /> accordingly. There was a discussion about whether the commission could address <br /> the project manager position, as it was listed on the agenda. Chief Todd said he <br /> could speak on it now, but DCC Wong recommended waiting for the next meeting. <br /> She suggested that the chief include it in his report for the next meeting, ensuring <br /> everyone would be prepared. <br /> Chair Kosaki asked if there were any questions or comments. There were none. <br /> ANNOUNCEMENTS <br /> Chair Kosaki announced the commission's next monthly meeting is scheduled for <br /> November 21, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., at the County Building, Council Chambers, Suite <br /> 1401, 25 Aupuni St., Hilo, HI. He also shared that a new commissioner, Rick Porter <br /> from Kau, will be attending the next meeting. <br /> ADJOURNMENT <br /> The meeting adjourned at 12:21 p.m. <br /> SUBMITTED BY: CHARISSE CORREA, SECRETARY <br /> APPROVED BY: G E RAL D KOSAKI, CHAIR <br />