Cicero Fire Department

ACCOUNTABLITY TAGS

Any member including Explorers who do not have accountability tags should contact Assistant Chief Barling at 575-1535 immediately.

DRILL AND MEETING ATTENDENCE

Assistant Chief Barrett reported the up to date drill and meeting list have been posted at both Stations, there are a few members that need to attend the remaining scheduled drills to remain a member of the department.

HOLIDAY “FUNDRAISER” RAFFLE

Committee Chairman Stanley Costick reported that he was in contact with several different grocery stores and has received donations of food for the raffle. President Barrett encouraged all members to sell the raffle tickets to make this a profitable raffle. Members must sell a total of “20” tickets in order to receive the “30 %” fundraiser credit. All members active, in-active, honorary are asked to participate in this event to help benefit the department.

JANUARY CHICKEN BBQ

The department has tentatively schedule our annual “Winter BBQ” to be held on Saturday January 24, 2008. Members are encouraged to look for future updates in the next month.

JOINT FUNDRAISER

The Cicero Fire Department, Fairmount Fire Department and Moe’s Southwest Grill will be participating in a holiday fundraiser to support the Clark Burn Center. A portion of all sales at the restaurant on Friday and Saturday December 19 & 20 will be donated to the burn center. Also on hand there will be donation boxes to accept new unwrapped gifts that will be delivered to the burn center by members of the Cicero and Fairmount Fire Departments. If anyone has questions please contact President Barrett.

FIRE COMMISSIONER ELECTION

The Cicero Fire District will hold an annual election on Tuesday December 9, 2008 from 1900 – 2100 to fill one five year term. Any member that resides within the Fire District and registered with the Board of Elections can vote.

The candidates that are running for election are James Perrin and Thomas Goettel. Good luck to those running.

All members are encouraged to attend the Commissioners meetings as they are open to the public and held on the second Tuesday of each month beginning at 1900 hours.

GET WELL

President Barrett reported that Pat Finn was transported to the hospital a few weeks. Pat contacted Jon advising him he under went triple bypass surgery and is doing well. He may be transferred to a nursing home for a short period and then return home. Jon encourages everyone to keep Pat and his family in your prayers and you can contact him at 448-5926.

THANK YOU

The Cicero Fire Department Auxiliary wishes to say thank you to those members who assisted them with their Election Day Pie sale. This year’s sale was a huge success and they look forward to next year.

THANK YOU LETTER

CHRISTMAS PARTY – ADULT

In the absence of Chairman Michael Flanagan, committee member Karen Nicholas reported that the party will be held on Saturday December 20, 2008 at the Spinning Wheel restaurant. Post cards were mailed to all members and members are reminded they must be returned in the mail to the committee by Thursday December 11, 2008 or you will not be allowed to attend the party as a final count is needed. It was also discussed that the “30%” fundraiser rule is in effect for this party for all members.

INSTALLATION BANQUET – 2009

Committee Chairman David Nicholas reminded everyone that the banquet will be held April 25, 2008 at the Holiday Inn on Carrier Circle.

WEDNESDAY DAY TIME TRAINING

Assistant Chief Barrett advised the membership that the Mutual Aid training with Clay and Brewerton is going well. The drills are held every other Wednesday and start at 0930 hours. The Department representatives have met to outline the next three months of training. The committee has agreed that starting January 1, 2009 the new start time for drills will be 0830 hours. If you plan on attending these drills, you should arrive promptly and take an active part in these drills or you will not receive credit.

TRUCK # 1 TRAINING

Assistant Chief Barling reported the he will be available on Tuesday and Wednesday evening for training on Truck #1.

COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS MEETING

The County Fire Chiefs Association will hold its annual Installation Banquet on Friday January 9, 2009 at the Lakeside Recreation Hall. The cost to attend this banquet per person is $27.50 which includes a buffet and cash bar. This year the department expressed no interest in sending the Chiefs, so if you wish to attend please “RSVP” to Dee Spraker at 488-0762 by December 22, 2008.

FIRE POLICE MEETING

The monthly meeting of the Onondaga County Fire Police Association will be held Wednesday December 10, 2008 at Skaneateles Fire Station. If you are interested in attending please contact Fire Police Captain Dristle.

BY-LAW APPROVED

All Executive and Line Officers shall be duly elected for a One (1) year term by the membership of the organization. Any member may hold office for an unlimited number of terms consecutive except the President and Chief, who will not hold office for more than three consecutive terms.

This by-law will be added to current by-laws and distributed next month.

BY-LAW PROPOSAL

The Cicero Volunteer Fire Department will not spend more than $20,000 per year on parties and entertainment (including in-house soda).

Reason for By-law Proposal
In a time when personal and business finances are struggling, this will encourage the department to be more fiscally sound, to be more conscious of costs and limit unnecessary expenses.

Submitted by Firefighter George Barrett and a vote will be taken at the January monthly business meeting.

BY-LAWS  

ENGINE # 3 – QUALIFIED

Lieutenant Florzykowski has completed all the necessary training on Engine 3 and has been released as a driver.

EMT CLASSES

EMT Refresher class will be held at the Belgium Cold Springs Fire Department starting in January. 

EMT Original class will be held at the Lyncourt Fire Department starting in January.  

If any member is interested in attending either one of these classes please contact the training Chief.

EMS RESPONSE

Deputy Chief Pangaro discussed the concern from a member regarding the Squad or Rescue responding to EMS alarms without an EMT or CFR. The standing “SOG” states that in the absence of an EMT or CFR the crew can contact a Chief (that is medical qualified) and respond to the scene.  This policy has been in effect for several years and at no time shall the crew of the Squad or Rescue arrive first without medical. 

DUTY “EMT” SCHEDULING

 Brandon Ladue advised the membership that he will be heading the task of scheduling a “DUTY” “EMT” for both stations Monday through Friday from 2100 to 0600 hours. If you are interested in participating, you should contact him at 876-1318.