Campton – Thornton Fire Commission Meeting Minutes March 12, 2012
The meeting was called to order at 1555 hrs. by Chairman Jim Demeritt.
Present were Commissioners Demeritt, Niles Downing, and Kelly Bolger. Lou Klotz was working, and Dick Giehl was in earlier to sign the manifest but was not able to make the meeting. Also present – Chief Tobine and Deputy Chief Halm.
Ambulance income after collection fee for Feb. / March 2012 was: Campton : $ 6,501.00 ; Thornton: $4259.27 ; Ellsworth $448.34… Total  $11,208.61
The minutes of February 13, 2012 were read. A motion to accept the minutes as read was made by Jim, 2’nd by Kelly  Approved unanimously.
Old Business:Â Chief Tobine gave a progress report on the station renovations. The offices and Day room, the bathrooms and shower are now in service . The remainder of the work should be wrapped up by next meeting.
Chief Tobine reported that the number of cardiac arrests continue to climb.
Chief Tobine reported that an important piece of equipment used for assisting with the cardiac arrests is out of service due to battery issues. The batteries, though properly maintained , have failed. The equipment dealer will be replacing them at company expense asap. A new lithium battery is still in the development phase apparently .
Engine 3 went for its’ State inspection last week and hasn’t returned. It needed brake work and a needed part was unavailable and had to be ordered.
The bid process for the Fire Commission was discussed and some issues were explained and more thought will be given and then if needed, a brief work session will be held.
As there was no new business at hand and no other items for discussion, a motion was made to adjourn by Niles, 2’nd by Kelly and approved unanimously at 1425.
Respectfully submitted,
Niles Downing