Minutes

GREATER LAGUNA COAST FIRE SAFE COUNCIL

MINUTES

January 10, 2005

4:00 PM BOARD ROOM, LAGUNA BEACH WATER DEPT.


1. Approval of the Minutes of November 16, 2004 was MOVED, SECONDED and APPROVED.

2. Introductions and Announcements.

David Horne, Chairman
John Fox, Board Member
Ilse Lenschow, Board Member
Wade Stearns, Board Member
Ken Crumley, Board Member
Pat Cooper, Board Member
Jim Nestor, District Engineer, Laguna Beach Water District
Kris Head, Battalion Chief, Laguna Beach Fire Dept.
David Mitchell, Wireless Urban Interface (WUI), for Technology
Ryen Caenn, Wireless Urban Interface (WUI), for Content

Announcements:

• David advised that our Federal & State Taxes have been turned in as well as two final reports on our Grants and that we are current.
• David Mitchell presented a demonstration on wireless/live closed TV coverage for fire detection over great distances affecting Laguna Beach utilizing solar powered send-receive IT cameras. Distance capability depends upon size of zoom lens. These fire watch units have vast possibilities for siting potential fires, flooding and other emergencies, and can be monitored by Fire, Water Dept personnel and FSC Coordinators. Cost for a camera with power is about $3000. There is no charge for transmission service.
• Our “Chipping Program” was very successful and has ended with the City with all funds expended. .
• Grant Applications 2004/2005 are made and due to be received.
• Upcoming Fire Season—Red Flag Fire Alert. David has sufficient quantity of kits, flags, maps for Red Flag volunteers
• Other Business. Wade Stearns indicated he could possibly drive an FSC Float entry in the Patriots’ Day Parade but feels it may be too late for this year.
• Next meeting at 4:00 PM March 31, 2005, location to be advised.
• Respectfully submitted, Ken Crumley, Board Member