Minutes of the July 1st, 2009 Meeting

of

The Morris County Fire Prevention Association

The meeting was called to order at 10:09 AM by President Michael Pellek, who welcomed all -- 15 in attendance. There followed a flag salute and a moment of silence for those gone before us. Mike called attention to the flier for the golf outing and asked everyone to take one and help. President Pellek stated that he was proud that the State overall winner of the Poster Contest, Coleen Cooney, is from Morris County. He congratulated Ian Bell for a job exceptionally well done with this year’s Poster Contest and thanked those who attended the State Ceremony in Springfield. Those attending were Mike Pellek, Phil Wilk, Rich Hiembeck, Craig Babcock, and Ian Bell.

Vice-president Dennis Lonagan apologized for missing previous meetings as he has been extraordinarily busy as the new Fire Marshal in Pequannock and under pressure from Mr. Elenio.

Secretary Babcock gave his report. Rockaway Mayor Louis Sceusi has written a letter of congratulations to Coleen Cooney who attends Morris Knolls High School. The winning poster will be on display in the Rockaway Township Municipal building the week of July 6^th and the entire month of October, fire prevention month. Craig will distribute the Fire Safety Commission regular meeting report by separate email due to its eleven page length. There were no corrections or amendments to the June Meeting Minutes. Craig expressed his thanks to Jim Henderson for taking notes at that meeting.

Treasurer Marty Reynolds gave his report.

A motion was asked for by President Pellek for a check for $250 for the golf outing deposit. Motion was made, seconded, and passed.

State Report: Paul Elenio gave the state report which is attached. .Paul was asked, “Who does the fire works permit go to with a town sponsored event?” His answer was the fire works company.

New Jersey Fire Prevention and Protection Association – a report was given of the June meeting by Craig Babcock who attended that meeting. The big issue was proposed legislation for sprinkler systems in single and two family homes. The primary issue is who has instillation jurisdiction, the Sprinkler’s Fitters Union or Master Plumbers? This issue is unlikely to go away anytime soon. The consensus was that the focus should remain on getting the legislation adopted. Once published in the register supportive action should then be taken during the comment period. The next meeting is July 2^nd at 10:00 AM at the Middlesex County Academy. Craig will attend.

Mike Pellek reported that he is still awaiting for a written agreement from Kinnelon regarding their donating their Fire Safety Trailer to us. He hopes to hear more in the coming days. One legal glitch remains concerning previous grant money for the trailer. We are very close.

The Golf Outing will occur with several changes on September 3^rd. There will be an earlier start. There will not be a hole in one prize. In previous years it was a new car and the dealership is no longer in business. There will not be hole sponsors. There will still be other prizes, coffee and donuts before, and a nice lunch. Please take a flier, tell your friends, attend, and help if you can. A good time is anticipated by all.

Since no word has come to us about the 4H Fair and the County Fire Marshall’s office has also heard nothing, it is presumed that we will not be involved this year.

Old Business: None

New Business: None

A motion to adjourn was made, second, and passed by those present. The meeting was adjourned at 10:50 AM.

The next meeting is Wednesday August 5^th at 7:30 PM at the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy.

Respectfully submitted,

Craig Babcock

MCFPA Secretary