Beckwourth Peak Fire Protection District
Minutes
Regular Meeting
August 07, 2024 05:00 PM
180 Main St, Beckwourth, CA 96129
https://bpfpd.ca.gov/
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Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:05 pm by President Richard McLaughlin.hief
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Pledge of Allegiance
Led by President Richard McLaughlin
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Roll Call
Present: President Richard McLaughlin, Vice-President Daniel Smith, Director Cary Curtis, Director Melissa Klundby, Director Larry Smith
Staff Present: Chief Rosevear, Training Officer Osburn, Firefighter Meyers, Administrative Officer/Board Clerk Grant
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Pledge of Allegiance
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Public Comments
There were no public comments at this time.
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Consent Agenda
Approval of meeting minutes from the meetings held on July 3rd. and July 17th
The motion passed with the following vote:
5 In Favor Opposed
Abstained Absent Recused
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Parcel Tax Certification
Resolution 2024.08 Requesting Collection of Charges on the Plumas County Tax Roll
Director Cary Curtis motioned to approve. Vice-President Daniel Smith seconded the motion.
The roll call vote:
Aye President Richard McLaughlin Aye Vice-President Daniel Smith Aye Director Larry Smith Recused Director Cary CurtisSecured Tax Document and Submittal review: Secured Direct Charge Tax-roll info sheet, Secured Direct Charge Service Agreement, Secured Tax Certification
Director Cary Curtis motioned to approve. President Richard McLaughlin seconded the motion.
The roll call vote:
Aye President Richard McLaughlin Aye Vice-President Daniel Smith Aye Director Cary Curtis Aye Director Melissa Klundby Aye Director Larry SmithUnsecured Tax Document and Submittal review: Unsecured Direct Charge Tax Roll info sheet, Unsecured Direct charge service agreement, Unsecured Tax Certification.
Director Cary Curtis motioned to approve. Director Larry Smith seconded the motion.
The roll call vote:
Aye President Richard McLaughlin Aye Vice-President Daniel Smith Aye Director Cary Curtis Aye Director Melissa Klundby Aye Director Larry Smith
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Eastern Rural FPD Annexation Update
Consolidation/ Transition Schedule
Eastern Plumas will be holding a special meeting to adopt their Annexation Resolution. They have completed the annexation packet for LAFCo. Plan West is working on a tax exchange agreement with the County.
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Forest Service Contract
It was recommended that a member of the Board and District Representative attempt to meet with the Forest Service to discuss the rent that is 18 months past due and discuss any further relations, if willing to pay. Director Larry Smith volunteered, along with Chief Rosevear.
Director Melissa Klundby motioned to approve. Vice-President Daniel Smith seconded the motion.
The motion passed with the following vote:
5 In Favor Opposed
Abstained Absent Recused
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Adoption of Lexipol Policy Manual.
Admin Committee Policy Review Agenda Brief
Beckwourth's Policy manual was adopted in full, with plans to review each policy as an Adhoc Committee, lead by Director Klundby.
Director Cary Curtis motioned to approve. Vice-President Daniel Smith seconded the motion.
The motion passed with the following vote:
5 In Favor Opposed
Abstained Absent Recused
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Additional Pay Rate Category
The addition of a salary rate for a "Fire Mechanic" was added to the Salary Schedule
Director Cary Curtis motioned to approve. Director Larry Smith seconded the motion.
The roll call vote:
Aye President Richard McLaughlin Aye Vice-President Daniel Smith Aye Director Cary Curtis Aye Director Melissa Klundby Aye Director Larry Smith
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July Financial Reports
Director Cary Curtis motioned to approve. Director Melissa Klundby seconded the motion.
The roll call vote:
Aye President Richard McLaughlin Aye Vice-President Daniel Smith Aye Director Cary Curtis Aye Director Melissa Klundby Aye Director Larry Smith
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Proposed New Station Numeric Index
Chief Jack to make the final call on station numbering.
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Final Audit for Beckwourth Fire District
Director Cary Curtis motioned to approve. President Richard McLaughlin seconded the motion.
The roll call vote:
Aye President Richard McLaughlin Aye Vice-President Daniel Smith Aye Director Cary Curtis Aye Director Melissa Klundby Aye Director Larry Smith
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Board Member Reimbursements
It was determined that this decision was approved prior to any expenses being encured.
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Purchase of Utility Truck
Approval of purchase of a 3/4 Ton, wildland capable, utility vehicle, with a cap of 40k and an additional 10% flexibility amount, if over.
Director Larry Smith motioned to approve. Director Cary Curtis seconded the motion.
The roll call vote:
Aye President Richard McLaughlin Aye Vice-President Daniel Smith Aye Director Cary Curtis Aye Director Melissa Klundby Aye Director Larry Smith
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Board/ Staff Communications/ Training Attended
Floyd Meyers was recognized as being response ready, and thanked for all the work he has done in support of the district.
Reminder of Beckwourth Fires Recognition Get-Together, scheduled for August 31st
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Future Agenda Items
~Finalized Budget for 24/25
~Gold Mountain CSD Fire
~3 year proposal for audit services
~Maybe area contract options
- Next Meeting
- Adjournment