500 South Bridge Street
PO Box 953
Manawa, WI 54949
ph: 9205962593
The Manawa Rural Fire and Ambulance is made up of Volunteer Fire Fighters, and EMT's. The Towns of Little Wolf, Union, Lebanon, Royalton and the City of Manawa are the areas of coverage for the Ambulance Department. The Fire Department covers the same area.
The next regular monthly meeting will be on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 6:00 pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. Watch this site for the agenda.
There are two members from The Town of Little Wolf, and the City of Manawa, and one member from each of Union, Royalton, Lebanon.
15. Adjourn
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, December 17th 2019 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public. This Meeting may go into Closed Session, under SS 19.85, which states:
(f) Considering financial, medical, social or personal histories or disciplinary data of specific persons, preliminary consideration of specific personnel problems or the investigation of charges against specific persons except where par. (b) applies which, if discussed in public, would be likely to have a substantial adverse effect upon the reputation of any person referred to in such histories or data, or involved in such problems or investigations. Closed Session discussion regarding: (f)Contract Negotiations
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from November meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Snodeo Information
7. Fire Chief Report
8. Ambulance Director Report
9. Financial Reports and Approval
10.New Business
11.Adjourn into Closed Session
12. Move into Open Session
13.Statement, Action from Closed Session
14. Schedule Next Meeting
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Manawa Municipal Building
President Eck called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 6:05 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read. Board members present were, M Eck, R Beyer, A Moede, J Handschke, G Roen, G Schoen, Others Present were Fire chief Rosenau, Ambulance director Werth, assistant fire chief J Smith, assistant EMS director R Schultz, Secretary Zirbel. Public Present (1)
Roen/Schoen to approve the Agenda Carried 5/0.
Schoen/ Roen to approve the Minutes from the December meeting. Carried 5/0.
There was no Public Comment
Dave Sarna was present for the Snodeo regarding use of a Fire bay. The Snodeo would like to use one of the Bays to display a car that is going to be used on Sunday of the Snodeo to try and break a world record. The car would be displayed the week of February 10, the exact date is yet to be decided. They would use the Bay one evening to allow the pubic to come and view the car.
Fire Chief Rosenau gave his report. The department helped with Miracle on Bridge St. on December 14th they had great interaction with the community and did a fantastic Job in the Parade!! They will also be helping with the delivery of food/gift baskets this year. The fire inspections are currently taking place. There is a New member to the department Dan Potter started on 12-2-2019. Seven of the department members passed their Fire Officer 1 practical that was held on 12-12-2019, the written test will take the 19th of December.
There have been 11 calls since the last meeting. 2018 ended with a total of 94. 2019 ended with 105, and the current calls for 2020 are 15. Our response time for our coverage area is 10.61 and 25.20 minutes for MABAS calls. Total for all calls are 13.31 minutes.
Director Werth gave his report, current runs for December are 15, current for 2019 are 286. Total runs for November were 26.
Financial reports were given. Approved Moede/Roen. Carried 5/0
New Business, Swear in Chief Rosenau at January meeting.
Adjourned into closed session at 6:52 Moede/Schoen
Moved into open session at 7:02 Roen/Schoen
Statement action from closed session was informational only.
Next meeting is scheduled for January 21st, 2020 at 6:00
Motion was made by Beyer/Roen to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:06 pm.
These Minutes are subject to Board approval. approved 1/21/2020
Respectfully submitted, Marie Zirbel Secretary
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, January 21, 2019
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, January 21st2020 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public. This Meeting may go into Closed Session, under SS 19.85, which states:
(f) Considering financial, medical, social or personal histories or disciplinary data of specific persons, preliminary consideration of specific personnel problems or the investigation of charges against specific persons except where par. (b) applies which, if discussed in public, would be likely to have a substantial adverse effect upon the reputation of any person referred to in such histories or data, or involved in such problems or investigations. Closed Session discussion regarding: (f)Contract Negotiations
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from December meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Swear in Fire Chief Rosenau
7. Snodeo
8. Fire Chief Report
9. Ambulance Director Report
10. Financial Reports and Approval
11. New Business
12. Adjourn into Closed Session
13. Move into Open Session
14. Statement, Action from Closed Session
15. Schedule Next Meeting
16. Adjourn
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings
Tuesday, January 21st 2020
Manawa Municipal Building
President Eck called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 6:00 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read. Board members present were, M Eck, R Beyer, J Beyer, G Roen, G Schoen, and J Handschke arrived at 6:35 Others Present were Fire chief Rosenau, Ambulance director Werth, assistant fire chief J Smith, assistant EMS director R Schultz, Secretary Zirbel. Public Present (1)
J Beyer/Schoen to approve the Agenda with the amendment of no closed session Carried 5/0.
R Beyer/ Roen to approve the Minutes from the December meeting. Carried 5/0.
Public comment, Dave Sarna was present to discuss and finalize the use of the fire bay for the display of the artic arrow. The date will be Sunday February 9th 2020 from 1-5pm
Swearing in of the Fire Chief took place, Jackie Beyer swore in Chief Rosenau.
Fire Chief Rosenau gave his report. Seven members are now Fire Officer 1 and will be starting the next step in the class 40 hours of classroom training. They have also been working with the artic arrow for the speed record they will determine how many members they will need for the start area. There is now a new log-in for the 2% dues and Rob asked each municipality to please notify the correct person with this information. Also discussed was the upcoming purchase of new air packs which will need to be purchased in the spring of next year. Chief Rosenau also discussed the possibility of filling swimming pools for the up coming season, this will be further discussed at our February meeting. There has been one new member since our last meeting please welcome Kayla Higgins.
There have been 8 calls since the last meeting bringing the total for 2020 to 23. We ended 2019 with 105 calls.
Director Werth gave his report, there has been a Life Quest updated rate increase more information on this will be given out at our February meeting.
Current runs for January are at 22, Total year end runs for 2019 were 295, 2018 were 285
Financial reports were given. Approved J Beyer/Roen. Carried 6/0
No New Business
Next meeting is scheduled for February 18th 2020 at 6:00
Motion was made by J Beyer/Roen to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 6:55 pm.
These Minutes are subject to Board approval. approved 2/18/2020
Respectfully submitted, Marie Zirbel Secretary
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, February 18th 2020
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, February 18th 2020 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public.
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from January meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Fire Chief Report
· Swimming pools
7. Ambulance Director Report
· Life Quest Rate Increase
8. Financial Reports and Approval
· Roll over amounts
9. Building Needs
10. New Business
11. Schedule Next Meeting
12. Adjourn
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings
Tuesday, February 18th 2020
Manawa Municipal Building
President Eck called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 6:00 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read. Board members present were, M Eck, R Beyer, M Ebert, A Moede, J Handschke others Present were Ambulance director Werth, assistant fire chief J Smith, assistant EMS director R Schultz, Secretary Zirbel. No public present.
Handschke/Moede to approve the Agenda. Carried 5/0.
Moede/ Beyer to approve the Minutes from the December meeting. Carried 5/0.
No public comment
Fire Chief Report was given by assistant fire chief Smith, there are 7 members of the department that started the fire officer 1. The department worked the Artic Arrow for the speed record and open house. The Annual pancake breakfast is scheduled for March 29th 2020. Chief Rosenau will be working on a applying for a FEMA grant to help with the purchase of the new air packs.
There have been 4 calls since the last meeting bringing the total for 2020 to 27. We ended 2019 with 105 calls.
Director Werth gave his report, he discussed the Snodeo and some changes that will need to be made before next years event. There will also be an increase to the Standby rates for all events that the ambulance department works at, the rate increase will be discussed at our march meeting.
There has been a Life quest rate increase that will go into effect April 1st 2020 the board has agreed to go with the recommended base rate (average rate) with the exception to the lift assist rate that will be $75.00 Motion made by Ebert/Moede. Carried 5/0
Current runs for February are at 22, current year runs are 53. Total year end runs for 2019 were 295, 2018 were 285
Financial reports were given. Approved Moede/Ebert. Carried 5/0
Rolled over amounts from last year were discussed and it was decided that 10,000 would be rolled over from the Fire department and the Ambulance department will stay as it is for now and will be looked at again in July. A motion was made to approve the roll over amounts. Handschke/Beyer Carried 5/0
There was a discussion about purchasing another building in town that would be used to house the departments emergency vehicles it was decided that the building in discussion would not work and the current rental agreement would be revisited more discussion on the topic will take place at our March meeting.
No New Business
Next meeting is scheduled for March 17th 2020 at 6:00
Motion was made by Handschke/Moede to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:40 pm.
These Minutes are subject to Board approval.
Respectfully submitted, Marie Zirbel Secretary
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, March 17th 2020
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, March 17th 2020 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public.
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from February meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Josh Smith use of station/trucks
7. Fire Chief Report
8. Ambulance Director Report
· Standby Billing Rates
9. Financial Reports and Approval
10.Rental Agreement
11. New Business
12. Schedule Next Meeting
13. Adjourn
Meeting Has Been Cancelled
3/17/2020
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, May 19th 2020
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, May 19th 2020 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public.
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from February meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Josh Smith use of station/trucks
7. Fire Chief Report
8. Ambulance Director Report
· Event Billing
9. Financial Reports and Approval
10.Officer Elections
11.Rental Agreement
12. New Business
13. Schedule Next Meeting
14. Adjourn
All fire board members and members of the public should call into 920-596-6098 and use the ID number 71724 if you wish to join the meeting via Teleconference
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings
Tuesday, May 19th 2020
Manawa Municipal Building
President Eck called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 6:00 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read. Board members present were, M Eck, R Beyer, B Beulow, J Roen G Schoen, J Bonikowske, J Handschke others Present were Ambulance director Werth, assistant fire chief J Smith, assistant EMS director R Schultz, Secretary Zirbel. One Public Present.
Bonikowske/Schoen to approve the Agenda. Carried 7/0.
Schoen/ Beyer to approve the Minutes from the February meeting. Carried 7/0.
No public comment
Assistant Fire Chief Smith asked the board for approval to use the fire bays for his upcoming wedding. He would only be using it for the ceremony. The board approved his requested. A Motion was made by Handschke/Roen. Carried
Fire Chief Report was given by chief Rosenau. The Pancake breakfast has been cancelled this year. There have not been any general meetings or training due to the COVID 19 outbreak. Chief Rosenau stated that they have had their officer meetings that only 8 attend and monthly truck checks with only 5-6 members needed for this. Regular monthly meetings and training will resume June 1st. The department has lost one member due to them moving. There are currently 23 members. 5 of the 7 members have taken and passed the Fire Officer 1 class so far. 2% Dues are done on both the departments and municipalities end.
There was a donation made in the amount of $9,425.00 for the new Jaw’s Unit, located on the truck. The department will release the name of the person who made the donation in a press release after June 1st.
There was a meeting with the City to discuss plans for Miracle on Bridge Street in December.
There have Been 17 calls since our last meeting in February bringing the total for 2020 to 44. We ended 2019 with 105 calls. Current response time for our coverage area is 11.12 minutes and 24 minutes for MABAS. Total for all calls is 11.41.
Director Werth gave his report, there were 24 runs in March and 24 runs in April. Director Werth presented the need to increase the standby rates. After discussion it was decided that the rate will increase to $50.00 an hour per EMT. New tires were purchased for one of the ambulances with a cost of $827.00 Werth also asked for permission to purchase a washer and dryer which could be used by both departments, the board asked for him to get some estimates on cost.
Financial reports were given. Approved Roen/Beulow. Carried 7/0
Officer Election took place tonight. Mary Eck will continue as board President. Rod Beyer was nominated but respectfully declined. Motion made by Buelow/Bonikowske. Carried 7/0
Vice President: Brandon Beulow will replace Gary Schoen. Motion made by Eck/Bonikowski. Carried 7/0
Secretary Treasure: Jeff Handschke will replace John Smith. Motion made by Bonikowske/Beulow. Carried 7/0
Building needs will be discussed at our next meeting in June.
New Business, Director Werth will attend statewide trainings. FAPS funding should be taking place soon. There was an extension for EMT License renewal due to the COVID19.
Next meeting is scheduled for June 16th 2020 at 6:00
Motion was made by Bonikowske/Roen to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:23 pm.
These Minutes are subject to Board approval. Approved 6/16/2020
Respectfully submitted, Marie Zirbel Secretary
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, June 18th 2020
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, June 18th 2020 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public.
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from May meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Fire Chief Report
7. Ambulance Director Report
8. Financial Reports and Approval
9. Rental Agreement
10. New Business
11. Schedule Next Meeting
12. Adjourn
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings
Tuesday, June 16th 2020
Manawa Municipal Building
President Eck called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 6:03 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read. Board members present were, M Eck, R Beyer, B Buelow, G Schoen, J Bonikowske, J Handschke others Present were Ambulance director Werth, Fire Chief Rosenau, and Secretary Zirbel.
No Public Present
Schoen/Bonikowske to approve the Agenda. Carried 6/0.
Bonikowske/Buelow to approve the Minutes from the February meeting. Carried 6/0.
No public comment
Fire Chief Report was given by chief Rosenau. First half of fire inspections have been suspended due to the current pandemic. There were a couple repairs done, a bad on fire truck was repaired and a air compressor part was replaced. I was asked by the department that the municipalities please let the know if there is any upcoming road work being done in there township, this would help plan for any received calls and routes that may need to be taken. Fire Fest was discussed, and the department is still deciding on weather it will take place this year.
There have Been 11 calls since our last meeting in May bringing the total for 2020 to 55. We ended 2019 with 105 calls. Current response time for our coverage area is 11.02 minutes and 26.5 minutes for MABAS. Total for all calls is 11.58.
Director Werth gave his report, there were 21 runs in May, and 24 in April. The Ambulance is asking that everyone Please make all House Numbers and Fire Numbers available from the road this will help greatly. There is one person in EMT Class at this time. Any AEMT looking for a job are highly encouraged to apply. There is some funding from the state for nursing homes and EMS departments due to the current pandemic, Supply cost has more than doubled during this time.
Financial reports were given. Approved Handschke/Buelow . Carried 6/0
Building needs were discussed, Board President Eck met with the Mayor and Logan Hass on the rental agreement and it will be re written with 9 Bays to the fire and ambulance and 3 to the police department. Storage and offices will also go to the fire and ambulance.
No new Business
Next meeting is scheduled for July 21st 2020 at 6:00
Motion was made by Schoen/Buelow to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:22 pm.
These Minutes are subject to Board approval. Approved 7/21/2020
Respectfully submitted, Marie Zirbel Secretary
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, July 21st 2020
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, July 21 2020 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public.
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from June meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Fire Chief Report
· Upcoming Purchases
7. Ambulance Director Report
8. Financial Reports and Approval
9. Budget Check In
10.Future Planning
11.Rental Agreement
12. New Business
13. Schedule Next Meeting
14. Adjourn
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings
Tuesday, July 21st 2020
Manawa Municipal Building
President Eck called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 6:01 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read. Board members present were, M Eck, R Beyer, B Buelow, G Schoen, J Bonikowske, J Handschke, G Roen, others Present were Ambulance director Werth, Fire Chief Rosenau, and Assistant Fire Chief Smith.
No Public Present
Schoen/Bonikowske to approve the Agenda. Carried 7/0.
Schoen/Roen to approve the Minutes from the June meeting. Carried 7/0
No public comment
Fire Chief Report was given by chief Rosenau. Chief Rosenau asked that the 2% fire dues get collected. The planned upcoming purchases were to get truck 980 replaced that is a Tanker/Brush truck. The department voted on July 6 at their last meeting not to hold Fire Fest on Sept 19 this year and come back stronger next year. The department will be replacing fire hoses on two of the trucks and will use there fundraiser money to do this. There have been 9 calls since the last meeting bringing the total to 64.
Director Werth gave his report, there were 20 runs in June, and 21 in May. Director Werth stated that there was some warranty work on the cot for Ambulance #827. The Back up cot in 826 is in poor shape and needs some maintenance. 827 needs brake and suspension repair. There was one ambulance siren replaced in the amount of 1100.00+ dollars. There is potential to sell one ambulance rig in advance for 2021 budget planning. 827 was purchased in 2001 and 826 in 2006. There was a discussion about helping with the Thresheree and Symco weekender. There may be a meeting for this on Monday July 27th to discuss how the Thresheree went and to plan for the weekender if needed.
Financial reports were given. Approved Buelow/Beyer. Carried 7/0
No new Business
Next meeting is scheduled for August 18th 2020 at 6:00
Motion was made by Schoen/Roen to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:38 pm.
These Minutes are subject to Board approval. Approved august 18th 2020
Respectfully submitted, Marie Zirbel Secretary
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, August 18th 2020
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, August 18th 2020 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public. This Meeting may go into Closed Session, under SS 19.85, which states:
(f) Considering financial, medical, social or personal histories or disciplinary data of specific persons, preliminary consideration of specific personnel problems or the investigation of charges against specific persons except where par. (b) applies which, if discussed in public, would be likely to have a substantial adverse effect upon the reputation of any person referred to in such histories or data, or involved in such problems or investigations. Closed Session discussion regarding: (f)Contract Negotiations
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from July meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Fire Chief Report
· Truck Replacement
7. Ambulance Director Report
8. Financial Reports and Approval
9. New Business
10.Adjourn into Closed Session
11.Move into Open Session
12.Statement action from closed session
13. Schedule Next Meeting
14. Adjourn
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings
Tuesday, August 18th 2020
Manawa Municipal Building
President Eck called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 6:00 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read. Board members present were, M Eck, J Beyer, B Buelow, G Schoen, J Bonikowske, J Handschke, G Roen, others Present were Ambulance director Werth, Fire Chief Rosenau, and Assistant Fire Chief Smith and Secretary Zirbel No Public Present
Schoen/Bonikowske to approve the Agenda. Carried 7/0.
Schoen/Roen to approve the Minutes from the July meeting. Carried 7/0
No public comment
Fire Chief Report was given by chief Rosenau. One member if the department will be taking parts A and B for firefighter 1 starting in September. Three members will be going for firefighter 2, that class will take place in Marion. Three members have started training for their instructor certification. FEMA paperwork for last years storms are just about finished up. The department received a donation from the Sturm Foundation in the amount of $8500.00 to use as needed, and 500.00 for the firefighter on the year.
Chief Rosenau also discussed the replacement of two trucks, they would sell others to help pay for the new ones. Brush truck and tanker would be replaced. The new Tanker would hold 3000 gallons of water and would take about a year to build, the Brush truck would hold 200 gallons of water. The cost for a new chasey would cost between 45,000 to 50,000.
Runs since last meeting are 14 bring the total for the year to 78.
Director Werth gave his report, there were 36 runs in July, and 36 in June. Director Werth also spoke about the replacement of an ambulance. There were a few options, which included a Demo replacement, remount, or new build. It was also discussed if the department would need to keep both rigs. It was discussed that we could possibly borrow one for special events if needed. If a remount is the option that is chosen, we could possibly get a loner during that time.
Financial reports were given. Approved Beyer/Buelow. Carried 7/0
New Business Maintenance agreement was handed out and will be voted on in September meeting.
Adjourn into closed 7:15
Move into open session 7:40
Statement from closed session, Allow the ambulance director to approve hardship request based on the boards criteria.
Next meeting is scheduled for September15th 2020 at 6:00
Motion was made by Beyer/Roen to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:45 pm.
These Minutes are subject to Board approval. Approved September 15th 2020
Respectfully submitted, Marie Zirbel Secretary
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, September 15th 2020
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, September 15th 2020 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public.
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from August meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Fire Chief Report
· Truck Replacement
7. Ambulance Director Report
· Rate Increase
8. Financial Reports and Approval
9. Flexible Spending
10.Maintenance agreement
11.New Business
12. Schedule Next Meeting
13. Adjourn
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings
Tuesday, September 15th 2020
Manawa Municipal Building
President Eck called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 6:03 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read. Board members present were, M Eck, R Beyer, G Schoen, J Bonikowske, G Roen, others Present were Ambulance director Werth, Assistant ambulance director Schultz, Fire Chief Rosenau, and Secretary Zirbel No Public Present
Schoen/Roen to approve the Agenda. Carried 5/0.
Schoen/Bonikowske to approve the Minutes from the August meeting. Carried 5/0
No public comment
Fire Chief Report was given by chief Rosenau. The department has one new member who is entry level and will be taking state certification in January. There is one member who started firefighter 1 and 3 members that started firefighter 2. The department received the FEMA check from the storms last year. The department purchased 4 new stop/slow signs and the new fire hose should be arriving soon. The hose will be replaced at the annual hose meeting scheduled for next week. Fire chief Rosenau and assistant fire chief Smith will be starting the next in their instructor class. They will be helping with classes in Marion (FF2) and Manawa (FF1). Chief Rosenau talked about the truck replacement, both trucks that would need replacing are estimated to be around 500,000 for both.
Total calls since last meeting were 4 bringing the total for 2020 to 82. Current response time for our coverage area is 10.57 minutes and 28.67 minutes for MABAS, total for all calls is 11.89 minutes.
Director Werth gave his report, Total runs for August were 33, Total runs for July were 37, current runs for 2020 are 244. Director Werth discussed rate changes, the following changes would be 75.00 for stand-by per hour and it was also discussed to lower the cost for a ambulance from 100.00 to 75.00 per hour for 2 EMTS and 40.00 per hour for 1 EMT with no Ambulance. Director Werth also talked about the High School Rodeo that will be taking place on September 19th at the Rodeo Ground. They will be there to assist with any needs that may come up.
Financial reports were given. Approved Bonikowske/Roen. Carried 5/0
Maintenance Agreement will remain on the agenda for next month.
New Business: Director Werth showed the board the new Binder lift that was purchased. This will be used to safely lift and assist patients of any size with ease.
Chief Rosenau stated that Gusmer Enterprises out of Waupaca has chosen the Manawa Fire and Ambulance department to receive their annual donation this year. Gusmer Enterprise chooses a nonprofit Organization to receive this donation. They departments have decided to purchase a Regional Portable Rehab Center with the donation.
Next meeting is scheduled for October 20th 2020 at 6:00
Motion was made by Bonikowske/Schoen to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 6:57 pm.
These Minutes are subject to Board approval.
Respectfully submitted, Marie Zirbel Secretary
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, October 20th 2020
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, October 20th 2020 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public.
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from September meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Fire Chief Report
7. Ambulance Director Report
8. Financial Reports and Approval
9. Maintenance agreement
10.Budget
11.New Business
12. Schedule Next Meeting
13. Adjourn
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings
Tuesday, October 20th 2020
Manawa Municipal Building
President Eck called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 6:00 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read. Board members present were, M Eck, R Beyer, J Handschke, G Schoen, J Bonikowske, G Roen, B Buelow, others Present were Ambulance director Werth, Fire Chief Rosenau, Assistance chief Smith and Secretary Zirbel No Public Present
Schoen/Roen to approve the Agenda. Carried 7/0.
Schoen/Roen to approve the Minutes from the September meeting. Carried 7/0
No public comment
Fire Chief Report was given by chief Rosenau. The Department has received the donation from Gusmer Enterprises, INC out of Waupaca and are working on getting the rehab items they are purchasing. Any leftover money will be split between the two departments. The annual hose testing and loading of new hose was done and after the inspection it was elected to purchase the rest of the hose to finish putting on all the trucks. The old hose was from 1981. Once all hose and been replaced they department will have just over 10,000 in in new hose. The department is looking for someone to purchase the old hose. The department will not be handing out candy or batteries this year for trick or treating due to the increase in Covid 19 cases in the area but will be helping with street crossings.
Total calls since last meeting were 4 bringing the total for 2020 to 86. Current response time for our coverage area is 10.45 minutes and 28.38 minutes for MABAS, total for all calls is 11.93 minutes.
Director Werth gave his report, Total runs for September were 25, Total runs for August were 33, current runs for 2020 are 276. Director Werth discussed some purchases that were made. The department purchased an Electrostatic Fogger, UV Light and 5 gallons of cleaning chemicals. The departments have purchased a Washer and Dryer that will be delivered soon the cost is $1300.00.
Financial reports were given. Approved Schoen/Roen. Carried 7/0
Maintenance Agreement needs a few changes and will remain on the agenda for next month.
Budgets were presented and there will be a few changes from last year in the ambulance budget, fire will stay the same.
New Business: Miracle on Bridge Street was discussed and is still up in the air on whether the departments will participate this year. Fire Inspections will take place in November and December.
Next meeting is scheduled for November 17th 2020 at 6:00
Motion was made by Bonikowske/Schoen to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:04 pm.
These Minutes are subject to Board approval.
Respectfully submitted, Marie Zirbel Secretary approved on 11/17/2020
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, November 17th 2020
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, November 17th 2020 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public. This Meeting may go into Closed Session, under SS 19.85, which states:
(f) Considering financial, medical, social or personal histories or disciplinary data of specific persons, preliminary consideration of specific personnel problems or the investigation of charges against specific persons except where par. (b) applies which, if discussed in public, would be likely to have a substantial adverse effect upon the reputation of any person referred to in such histories or data, or involved in such problems or investigations. Closed Session discussion regarding: (f)employee matter, Employment and Consideration, Contract negotiations
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from October meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Fire Chief Report
7. Ambulance Director Report
8. Financial Reports and Approval
9. Maintenance Agreement
10.New Business
11.Adjourn into Closed Session
12.Move into Open Session
13.Statement action from closed session
14. Schedule Next Meeting
15. Adjourn
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings
Tuesday, November 17th 2020
Manawa Municipal Building
President Eck called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 6:00 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read. Board members present were, M Eck, R Beyer, J Beyer, J Handschke, G Schoen, G Roen, B Buelow, others Present were Ambulance director Werth, Assistant director R Schultz, Fire Chief Rosenau, Assistance chief Smith and Secretary Zirbel No Public Present
J Beyer/ Buelow to approve the Agenda. Carried 7/0.
Buelow/Roen to approve the Minutes from the October meeting. Carried 7/0
No public comment
Fire Chief Report was given by Chief Rosenau. The department voted to bring on a new a member they will need all the schooling and is currently looking to get into a class. Two members will finish the FF2 training on December 5th. The Department did traffic control in the city for Trick or Treating. They helped at 5 different crossings. They will also be helping the Manawa food pantry with the delivery of Christmas boxes on December 16th. They will place all boxes on the steps and will not enter any of the homes this year.
Fire chief Rosenau also spoke about a resident who was concerned about the department using the fire hydrant on the North end of town. The resident was concerned when they lost water pressure for a short period of time. It was discussed between the board members and will also by discussed again at the next city board meeting. All municipalities pay for the use of city water when used for a fire.
Fire inspections will be done by the end of the 2020 year. A fuel filter was replaced in one of the trucks after it would not start while on a call.
Total calls since last meeting were 9. Ended 2020 with a total of 88 calls. Current response time for our coverage area is 10.56 minutes and 26.22 minutes for MABAS, total for all calls is 12.16 minutes.
Director Werth gave his report, Total runs for October were 35, Total runs for September were 19, current runs for 2020 are 310. The New washer and dryer came in and will be installed soon. The ambulance department had one resignation and a few new people interested.
Financial reports were given. Approved J Beyer/Schoen Carried 7/0
Maintenance Agreement is finished, Attorney Macy made all the necessary changed.
New Business: Fire chief Rob discussed going virtual for the meetings that he has with the fire members until the pandemic is over or the confirmed cases come down.
Motion was made to adjourn into closed session at 7:07 Schoen/Roen
Motion was made to move into open session at 7:29 J Beyer/Buelow
Statement action form closed session was informational only.
Next meeting is scheduled for December 15th 2020 at 6:00
Motion was made by J Beyer/Schoen to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:30 pm.
These Minutes are subject to Board approval. Approved 12/15/2020
Respectfully submitted, Marie Zirbel Secretary
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, December 15th 2020
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, December 15th 2020 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public.
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from November meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Fire Chief Report
7. Ambulance Director Report
8. Financial Reports and Approval
9. Town of Royalton
10.Assessment Numbers
11.New Business
12.Schedule Next Meeting
13. Adjourn
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings
Tuesday, December 15th 2020
Manawa Municipal Building
President Eck called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 6:03 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read. Board members present were, M Eck, R Beyer, J Beyer, J Handschke, G Schoen, G Roen, B Buelow, others Present were Ambulance director Werth, Assistant director R Schultz, Fire Chief Rosenau, and Secretary Zirbel No Public Present
Schoen/Roen to approve the Agenda. Carried 7/0.
Beyer/Buelow to approve the Minutes from the November meeting. Carried 7/0
No public comment
Fire Chief Report was given by Chief Rosenau. Fire inspections have started and will be done by the end of the year even though the state notified the chief that they do not have to do them now. Two members have completed the FF2 class, they have passed the practical and are waiting on their test results. Fire Chief Rosenau has his needed hours to submit to the state for his Emergency Service Instructor 1. The department received the new gear that was ordered, 2% dues were used to pay for it.
Total calls since last meeting were 3. Total of 10 calls 2021. Current response time for our coverage area is 8.38 minutes and 21.00 minutes for MABAS, total for all calls is 12.16 minutes.
Director Werth gave his report, he stated that we will need to discuss a replacement Rig in 2021. Total runs for November were 32, Total runs for October were 35, current runs for 2020 are 331.
Financial reports were given. It was asked by another board member if some funds could possibly be moved from the Money Market account and put into a CD to get a better interest rate. Board President Mary Eck will look into what can be done and what the current rates are. Approved Handschke/Buelow
Town of Royalton wanted to discuss the Assessment Number and how 2% dues were determined. Jackie Beyer explained this to the board members.
New Business: Brandon Buelow mentioned that the timers for the overhead doors for the departments garage were discussed at the city meeting and there is a committee that is working on it.
Next meeting is scheduled for January 19th 2021 at 6:00
Motion was made by J Beyer/R Beyer to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 6:50 pm.
These Minutes are subject to Board approval. Approved 1/19/2021
Respectfully submitted, Marie Zirbel Secretary
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, January 19th 2021
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, January 19th 2021 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public.
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from December meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Fire Chief Report
7. Ambulance Director Report
8. Vehicle Replacements
9. Financial Reports and Approval
10.New Business
11.Schedule Next Meeting
12. Adjourn
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings/Tuesday January 19th,2021/Manawa Municipal Building.
President Eck called the meeting to order at 6:01 pm. Opening meeting statement was read. Board members present were R. Beyer, J. Beyer, J. Handschke, G. Schoen, G. Roen, B. Buelow, M. Eck. Others present were Chief Rosenau, Director Werth, Assistant Chief Smith.
J Beyer/Schoen to approve agenda. Motion Carried. 7/0
Schoen/J Beyer to approve the minutes. Motion Carried. 7/0
Chief Roseneau gave his report 2% fire dues are coming in mostly all submitted. The department is also looking at setting up a 501C3 tax account to receive donations tax free. Chief Rosenau said he would investigate further. Any fire hose left from replacements was donated to the Union Threshermen. This was the old hose that was donated.
Chief Rosenau also reported that 4 Firemen from the department are interested in getting their Covid vaccinations.
Also discussed was replacing two vehicles for the fire department. The rescue truck will be paid off in May of 2022. Chief Rosenau explained the process of ordering the truck and timeline. He thought they would be ready to place the order in July of 2021. possible resale value was also discussed on old equipment when the new truck arrives.
B Buelow made a motion to move ahead with truck purchase. G Roen 2nd. Chief Rosenau also mentioned a possible drive thru pancake breakfast as a fundraiser for the fire department in April. There have been 3 runs since the last meeting bringing the total for 2021 to 13. Current response time for our coverage area is 8 minutes and 21 minutes for MABAS, total for all calls is 10 minutes.
Director Werth gave his report. Director Werth reported that 8 people so far have signed up to get their Covid Shots of the Ambulance employees.
Snodeo was the next order of business with Director Werth reporting that Extreme care EMS will be providing on scene care if needed. He stated he was concerned about the legality of them providing this service and was going to continue to look into it.
He then went on to discuss replacing Unit 826. He explained there could be some cost savings by remounting a reconditioned box on a new Chassis. Not sure what the savings might be yet. He will need to look into financing and thinks delivery would occur in early to mid 2022.
J Handschke/J Beyer made a motion to move forward with the purchase. Motion carried. 7/0
Ambulance runs since last meeting, are 19. Total runs for 2020 were 342
President Eck presented the financial report of Fire and Ambulance services.
Motion to approve by J Beyer and 2nd by B Buelow. Motion Carried 7/0
New Business
Brandon Buelow gave an update on the door openers for Fire/Ambulance. He is working with Tri County Overhead Door.
Next Meeting to be February 23rd.at 6 pm.
A motion to adjourn by J Beyer and 2nd by B Buelow Motion Carried. 7/0
Meeting adjourned at 7:19 pm.
Meeting minutes are subject to board approval. Approved 2/23/2021
Respectfully submitted,
Jeffrey Handschke and Marie Zirbel
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, February 23th 2021
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, February 23th 2021 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public.
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from January meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Special Events
7. Fire Chief Report
· Truck Replacement numbers
8. Ambulance Director Report
· Ambulance Truck Replacement
9. Financial Reports and Approval
10.New Business
11.Schedule Next Meeting
12. Adjourn
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board
Meeting Proceedings
Tuesday, February 23rd 2021
Manawa Municipal Building
President Eck called the regular monthly meeting to Order at 6:03 pm. The Open Meeting Statement was read. Board members present were, M Eck, R Beyer, J Beyer, J Handschke, G Schoen, B Buelow, M Ebert, others Present were Ambulance director Werth, Assistant director R Schultz, Fire Chief Rosenau, Assistant fire chief J Smith and Secretary Zirbel. One Public present.
Schoen/Ebert to approve the Agenda. Carried 7/0.
J Beyer/R Beyer to approve the Minutes from the February meeting. Carried 7/0
No Public comment
Special Events, Board President Mary Eck talked about the upcoming wedding that will take place this spring at the Fire station. Concerns regarding the pandemic were discussed and all recommended precautions are in place. This is a private event and will be by invitation only.
Fire Chief Report was given by Chief Rosenau. The department had one member retire. Thank You to Mark Hass for your 30 years of service and we all hope you enjoy your retirement!! The department is working on their By-Laws, they are hoping to have them ready to hand out at the next board meeting that will take place on March 16th, 2021. Fire Chief Rosenau stated that all 2% Dues are completed. The FEMA grant was submitted by the deadline and the total amount of the grant is $156,848.00 the departments share would be $7,468.95 if they get it. This took about 45 hours to complete all the parts that were needed. Batteries on 2 of the trucks were replaced and now all the trucks have been updated in the last 2 years. There were also some suspension repairs done on truck 982. The department went to Clintonville and provided some maze/team training. Pancake breakfast will take place this year as a drive through event and will be held at the Manawa High School.
Chief Rosenau discussed the replacement of tanker 980 and brush truck 979. The current tanker is a 1997 and has over 200,000 miles on it. The cost for the new tanker is currently priced at $349,486.00. The Chassis is about $110,000.00 of that $349,486.00. It will take about one year from the time that is ordered to receive it. The Brush truck is currently priced at $86,890.00. Chief Rosenau would like to get the Brush truck in the fall when it is least likely to be needed, this would allow the department to start swapping out things from the old one to the new one once the snow is on the ground. Total cost for both units is currently $436,376.00. Chief Rosenau is asking for the board to approve the amount of $460,000.00. A motion to move forward with the specs and bids was made by J Beyer and seconded by G Schoen.
Total calls since last meeting were 11 brining the total for 2021 to 24. Total calls for 2020 were 88. Response time for our coverage area is 9.05 minutes and 26.00 minutes for MABAS, total for all calls is 11.17 minutes.
Director Werth gave his report, Total runs for January were 23. Rig 827 had new tires put on and the batteries replaced, and 826 has some leaking issues and will be inspected by a mechanic.
Director Werth also discussed the replacement of one of the ambulances. His estimate for replacement was 145,000.00. He will bring more information to our March meeting. A question was asked as to how many times the oil gets changed in the current one. Director Werth stated that it is changed two times a year. The suggestion of switching to synthetic oil was brought up and director Werth is going to talk with the mechanic and get his advice on it. Director Werth stated that the state of Wisconsin is asking from all Ambulance departments to supply a list of services they can provide, he is working on the list and will submit it when finished.
Financial reports were given. Approved Beyer/Buelow
New Business: Brandon Buelow talked about the overhead replacements with timers. They all must have eyes now and only one door is up to code. The current doors are 20+ years old. The cost to replace just one with the timer is $1100.00 if three or more are replaced at the same time it would be $975.00 per door. The current estimate is from Tri County Overhead Door. Two more estimates will be coming in.
Next meeting is scheduled for March 16th 2021 at 6:00
Motion was made by J Beyer/Buelow to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:40 pm.
These Minutes are subject to Board approval. Approved 3/16/2021
Respectfully submitted, Marie Zirbel Secretary
Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE
Tuesday, March 16th 2021
6:00 PM
There will be a meeting of the Manawa Rural Fire/Ambulance Board on Tuesday, March 16th 2021 at 6:00pm at the Manawa Municipal Building. This meeting is Open to the Public. This Meeting may go into Closed Session, under SS 19.85, which states:
(f) Considering financial, medical, social or personal histories or disciplinary data of specific persons, preliminary consideration of specific personnel problems or the investigation of charges against specific persons except where par. (b) applies which, if discussed in public, would be likely to have a substantial adverse effect upon the reputation of any person referred to in such histories or data, or involved in such problems or investigations. Closed Session discussion regarding: (f)employee matter
Open Meeting Statement: this meeting and all other meetings of the Board are open to the Public. Proper Notice has been posted in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, so the citizenry may be aware of the time, place and agenda of this meeting.
1. Call to Order
2. Read Open Meeting Statement
3. Approve Agenda
4. Approve the Minutes from February meeting
5. Public Comment
6. Swearing in Chief Rosenau
7. Fire Chief Report
8. Ambulance Director Report
9. Update on vehicle replacement
10.Financial Reports and Approval
11. New Business
12. Adjourn into Closed Session
13. Move into Open Session
14. Statement action from closed session
15. Schedule Next Meeting
16. Adjourn
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