North Greenbush Fire District No. 1
Minutes of the July 10, 2023 BOFC Monthly Meeting
Chairman Chris Wilson called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance was
followed by a moment of silence for all departed District Firefighters.
Commissioners Present: Chris Wilson (CW), Brian McCrae (BM) Nick Scifo (NS), and Rich
French (RF). Dan Garab was excused.
Other District Staff: Secretary/Treasurer Sean Kerwin (SK) and Director of Purchasing Robert
Durivage (RD) were present.

Approval of Prior Month’s Minutes:
MOTION 23M114 was made by BM and seconded by NS approving the June Monthly
Minutes. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report for the period ending 6/30/2023:
SK presented the Treasurer’s Report (Copy attached).

RESOLUTION 23R121 was made by NS and seconded by RF to accept the Treasurer’s Report
as of June 30, 2023 as presented.
Chairman Chris Wilson requested a roll call vote: The Resolution passed unanimously.

Approval of Current Month’s Invoices:
RD presented the invoices/vouchers for approval by the Board (Copy attached).

RESOLUTION 23R122 was made by RF and seconded by NS, authorizing the payments of
invoices as presented for a total of $33,274.60, pending final audit and receipt of any necessary
paperwork.
Chairman Chris Wilson requested a roll call vote: The Resolution passed unanimously.

OLD BUSINESS:
1. JCI/North Greenbush Fire District #1- Service Agreement for 3 Years – Revised 7-6-2023
Y1-$9,789 (2,977 savings), Y2-$10,484 (3,176 savings), Y3-$11,218 (3,399 savings). There
was a savings of (5,552 from the revised quote agreement. Total Amount for the 3 Year
contract is $31,491.

RESOLUTION 23R123 was made by NS and seconded by BM approving the renewal PSA
agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc. for preventive maintenance to HVAC at DFD and WFD.
The annual cost is Y1-$9,789, Y2-$10,484 and Y3-$11,218 as outlined in the agreement for a
total three year contract of $31,491.00.
Chairman Chris Wilson requested a roll call vote: The Resolution passed unanimously.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

RESOLUTION 23R124 was made by CW and seconded by BM approving the renewal contract
with Lynn Kane for EMS CIC and CME service with no increase as outlined in the contract
agreement. The Fire Chiefs were polled and they had no concerns.
Chairman Chris Wilson requested a roll call vote: The Resolution passed unanimously

RESOLUTION 23R125 was made by RF, seconded by CW, declaring a 2007 Chevrolet 2500
Crew Cab as surplus equipment. This vehicle is being replaced by a new utility (DFD U-9) and
the new vehicle will be delivered within the next few weeks. When the new U-9 is in service
without any issues, the 2007 Chevrolet Pickup Truck can auctioned at Auctions International.
The total value of this surplus is less than $20K and the vehicle will no longer be needed by the
Fire District. The Board directed RD to surplus this equipment when appropriate.
Chairman Chris Wilson requested a roll call vote: The Resolution passed unanimously.
DFD & WFD proposed equipment and Utility 9 Traffic Control Bases.
RESOLUTION 23R126 was made by RF and seconded by CW approving the purchase of four
Zephyr rubber sign bases for the new Utility 9 project. The bases are $105.00 each and will be
purchased at RC Smith in Albany for a total cost of $420.00. Dual rated Gear for DFD & WFD
(Innotex Coat & Pants $1,445.50). DFD purchasing 10 sets and WFD purchasing 2 sets for a
Total of $17,346 from NY Fire Equipment. Milwaukee M18 batteries and M18 tools. Purchasing
four high output 8aH batteries, one braking die grinder, one 4-1/”-5” braking grinder and one
deep cut band saw. These items will be purchased from Redtool and Amazon for a total cost of
$1,205.22.
Chairman Chris Wilson requested a roll call vote: The Resolution passed unanimously

MOTION 23M115 was made by NS and seconded by BM to approve Raven Gonzales from
DFD as a District Fire Fighter. Motion carried.

MOTION 23M116 was made by NS and seconded by BM approving facility use requests from
DFD and WFD. Motion carried.

MOTION 23M117 was made by RF, seconded by NS to adjourn the meeting at 7:40 PM.
Motion Carried.
Respectfully Submitted,
Sean Kerwin
Secretary/Treasurer