September 21, 2023 – Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Robert Zimmerman. Mr. Zimmerman stated that notice had been given to the Herald Newspapers, the official paper and is posted on the bulletin board of the Middle Township Municipal Hall as required by P.L. 1975, c231, the Sunshine Law.

ROLL CALL

Roll call was taken with commissioners Robert Zimmerman, Jenifer Sill, J. Gregory Neill, and Jean Zimmerman present. Also present was Robert Sweeten. Conrad Johnson, Richard Braslow, Attorney and David McNally, CPA of Holt McNally and Associates, were absent.

COMMUNICATION

None at this time

OLD BUSINESS

Greg Neill would like to have a representative come and speak about Records Retention. That would include shredding, microfilming records from the fire bureau, treasurer papers, etc.

NEW BUSINESS

Jean Zimmerman asked about the status of the Audit. Robert Zimmerman and Jenifer Sill both said they have been in touch with Dave, accountant. Dave wanted to have the Audit to us by the end of August but discovered some missing items. It is now on his desk for review. We are trying to avoid working on the Audit and the 2024 Budget at the same time. Bob Sweeten said the Engine Committee will be meeting Tuesday night to discuss replacing the Quint for a mini pumper. While at the Firemen’s Convention in Wildwood, there was a mini pumper that several members liked. The cost would be approximately $350,000 – 400,000. A lengthy discussion was held regarding the pros and cons of purchasing a Quint or mini pumper. Robert Zimmerman was against the mini pumper at this late date of the year and wants to proceed with the Quint.

CHIEF’S REPORT

297 fire calls; attended a few events: Back to School at Christ Gospel Church, Whitesboro Reunion, Car show, ShopRite, Wildwood Convention parade; Squad 72 gas meter the O2 sensor has to be replaced, waiting on a quote; 700 mobile came in and will be installed sometime this weekend; asked to do Monster event in Wildwood on September 30 and October 1; Blood Borne training will be held on October 25th by Tony Robinson; all yearly services have been completed: Tanker: tires are going on eight years, heat wrap around the SCR DPF crossover pipe is missing, air dryer filter is due for a new filter; Squad: interior door grab handle is loose on the door, the driver side under body box drawer is not latching on one side; Quint: steering shaft joint was loose at the master steering box and has been repaired, 2 – covers on the step frames were loose but now repaired, 3 – bolt was missing in the power dist box underneath the battery box but now repaired, 4 – cradle guide light was out but now repaired, 5 – driver’s door step light is out, 6 – license plate light is out, 7 – all Gortite roll up door rubber seals between the slats are coming out, 8 – headlight and starter switch indicator lights are out, 9 – the CAFs flow transmitter is stuck on 172 CFMs, 10 – oil leak near the driver side front of the engine, CAM SENSOR?, 11 – needs engine air filter, 12 – oil temperature gauge for the CAFs compressor is broken, 13 – harness plugs in the engine valve cover are leaking oil, 14 – heat temperature selector knob missing in the crew cab heater, 15 – two batteries failed load test, 16 – driver side front SCBA compartment door stop rubber is missing, 17 – aerial hydraulic pressure gauge is bad, fluid is gone and high pressure readings, 18 – aerial pressure gauge at the rear of the truck reading 10 PSI higher than the master.

FIRE BUREAU

Greg Neill reported everything is going somewhat smooth, there was an issue with payroll but taken care of

TREASURER’S REPORT

Robert Zimmerman read the bills, motion by resolution to pay the bills by Jen Sill, second Greg Neill, of $27,037.63.

Jean Zimmerman, Secretary