Pittsgrove Township Fire District 2

The meeting included discussions on several old business items. The installation of the new radio system has been completed, and a thank-you letter to Salem will be drafted. Progress continues on a proposed ordinance for key boxes, which is currently with the attorney for minor changes. The fire company is developing a consolidated inventory list for commissioner and fire company assets, including filing radio serial numbers. A letter will be drafted by the secretary to notify unvested members regarding their status. Updates were provided on the status of fire apparatus 22-9, including equipment splitting between the new and old units, and ongoing work with Air Power and Cambel to resolve issues with the Cascade system installation on the new truck. The incentive program percentages are being reviewed for a smoother data housing system. Interest in purchasing the old 22-9 truck was noted from a company in Maryland and from Mannington. New business involved the presentation and acceptance of the annual audit, the certification of the Annual Budget via Resolution 4-2026, and a motion to surplus old radios and turn them over to the fire company. Public comment was briefly opened and closed.

Key discussions focused on the progress of the new radio system installation, with base stations active and mobile radios being installed in apparatus. The commissioners plan to draft a letter to the county thanking them for the updated system. Other old business included reviewing a proposed ordinance for key boxes, establishing a consolidated inventory list for commissioner property, and drafting certified letters to notify members who are not vested. Issues with the Cascade system transfer from the old truck were discussed, as was the exploration of a smoother system for the incentive program percentages. The board also noted the deadline for filing paperwork to run for commissioner. In new business, the board passed three resolutions: Resolution 1-2026 for a line item transfer, Resolution 2-2026 to adopt the 2026 budget, and Resolution 3-2026 for the adoption of a temporary budget. The chief's report highlighted increasing property damages, leading to a discussion about potentially deducting costs from stipends for negligent damage, which is tabled for the next meeting. Public comment included a mention of a website for a rescue appraisal.

Key discussions included updates on the new radio system installation, which is currently in progress, with base station, tower, and microphone installed, and radios being fitted to apparatus later. The board is awaiting a solicitor's response regarding a proposed ordinance for key boxes. Commissioners agreed to work on a consolidated inventory list for fire company and commissioner-owned assets. A motion was passed to send notification letters to four members identified as not vested and not contributing. The board set an asking price of $125,000 or Best Offer for apparatus 22-9, following an appraisal. A sexual harassment policy was presented, adopted, and distributed to the membership. The 2026 budget was introduced via Resolution 13-2025, and the process for running for commissioner was noted. The board is also exploring options for a smoother volunteer incentive program data system and completing annual preventive maintenance, including pump testing.