Beckwourth Peak Fire Protection District- Agenda

Board of Directors
President Cary Curtis • Vice President Larry Smith • Treasurer Richard McLaughlin • Director Melissa Klundby • Director Nick Marques

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Call to Order
Public Comments
Discussion Comment
Members of the public are invited to address the District on any matter of interest to the public that is not on the agenda for a period of time not to exceed 3 minutes. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the District cannot discuss or take any action on items not listed on the posted agenda but may add to a future agenda matters brought up under public comments for appropriate action at a future meeting
Consent Agenda
Discussion Possible Action Comment View Item
These items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. The Board of Directors will act upon them at one time without discussion. Any board members, staff member or interested party may request that an item be removed from the consent agenda for discussion.
- Meeting Minutes- February 5, 2025
Approve Agreement for Emergency Response to Hallelujah Junction Fire District
Discussion Possible Action Comment View Item
President Curtis, Chiefs Cameron and Rosevear will present the agreement and background of providing emergency response service to the Hallelujah Junction Community.
Cal Fire Hazard Severity Mapping Update- City of Portola- Request for Direction
Discussion Possible Action Comment
Legal Counsel Josh Nelson will brief the Board (via Zoom link) on the status of the Cal Fire hazard mapping within the City of Portola. Attorney Nelson will present remotely via Zoom. The maps, created and administered by Cal Fire, are available for viewing on the City of Portola and Fire District websites.
Zoom Link: https://bbklaw.zoom.us/j/81311095975
City of Portola link: https://www.cityofportola.com/cal-fire-fire-hazard-severity-zones-in-local-responsibility-area
Consideration of Grid Power Pole Installation for Wireless Internet- Fire Station 7 (Chilcoot)- Proposal by staff member of Plumas Rural Electric Cooperative/Plumas Sierra Telecommunication.
Discussion Possible Action Comment View Item
Presentation by Chief Rosevear and Engineer Patrick Presnell regarding proposal of installation of a power pole on District property. District Counsel Josh Nelson will be on Zoom link to answer questions regarding legal process and recommendations.
Zoom Link: https://bbklaw.zoom.us/j/81311095975
Approve clarification/correction of Legal Counsel BBK Agreement with BPFPD
Discussion Possible Action Comment View Item
Legal Counsel Josh Nelson will explain requested correction and clarification of the previously approved BBK agreement with the Fire District. Attorney Nelson will present remotely via Zoom link.
https://bbklaw.zoom.us/j/81311095975
Approve Professional Services Agreement with Planwest Partners to provide consulting services for 2025-2026 Special Parcel Tax calculations and preparation to submit to Plumas County Auditor Controller and Tax Assessor.
Discussion Possible Action Comment View Item
Consultant Colette Santsche will present a plan to update the Special Parcel Tax database, with costs and timelines to prepare and submit the database to the County in August 2025. Ms. Santsche will appear by Zoom link.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87011732537?pwd=CwfbUjb823u1LaaGA06jaVVQxG0U1Y.1
Treasurer's Report and First Reading of the 2025-2026 Preliminary Budget
Discussion Possible Action Comment View Item
Treasurer McLaughlin will present an update on the District's current finances, expenses and other details. Report details attached. The Preliminary Budget will be introduced and reviewed with adoption at the June 4th regular board meeting.
Chief's Report
Discussion Comment
Chief Rosevear will provide the latest information on District operations and events.
Update on USFS occupancy of the Grizzly Fire Station (Station 4).
Discussion Possible Action Comment View Item
Chief Rosevear will update the Board on the rental of Station 4 by the US Forest Service.
Review and Approval Final Work Product and Plan of Consultant Rollins for District Mailout.
Discussion Possible Action Comment View Item
President Curtis will provide follow-up of the consultant's project for a District Mailout, which was approved by the Board at the February 5th meeting. The Board will receive an outline of intended topics that will be included in the final product. The board to provide direction and possible action to move forward.
Approval of Agreement with the Gold Mountain Community Services District for operation of Type 3 Engine and personnel for Fire Season 2025.
Discussion Possible Action Comment View Item
Directors Smith, Marques and Chief Rosevear will present a final draft agreement for review and approval.
Introduction and possible adoption of Policies
Discussion Possible Action Comment View Item
President Curtis will present these policies for review and possible adoption: Policy 2100-Accounts Receivable, 2110-Budget Preparation, 2115-Credit Card Use & Payment Authorization. Updating status of Policy 2415-Social Media. Consideration of adoption of 2425 Request for Records.
Select date for Strategic Planning Session with Board
Discussion Possible Action Comment
The Board will consider and decide upon the date of a workshop meeting to engage in the Board phase of the Strategic Planning process.
Director Reports
Discussion Comment
Directors report on items of interest and adhoc committee progress.
Future Agenda Items
Discussion Comment
For the next Board meeting June 4, 2025: 25/26 Preliminary Budget adoption, Cost Recovery Ordinance, Discussion of the Adoption of the Fire Code, OES Salary Survey and Board Resolution for OES Compensation.
Closed Session
Discussion Comment
- Public Employee Performance Evaluation
  Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 – Public Employee Performance Evaluation
  
  Fire Chief
Adjournment