Redwood Coast Fire Protection District

The agenda for this meeting included standard opening procedures, followed by a closed session for an employee evaluation. Key discussion and action items in the open session covered reports from the Fire Chief, District Administrator, and Board Members/Committees, correspondence review, and discussions/actions concerning the Caltrans Pedestrian Path Project. Furthermore, the board planned to discuss and act on appointing 2026 Board Officers, setting the schedule for 2026 board meetings, and reviewing a Capital Expenditures Priorities Resolution. Old business included updates on station staffing/full-time positions and exterior maintenance (painting/re-siding/roofing) for the Manchester and PA stations. Note: Approval of the December 9, 2025 minutes and December Bills/Treasurer's Report were listed under the consent calendar.

The meeting included discussion on the fire chief's report regarding mechanical issues with Engine 7360 and concerns about hoop house structures for cannabis cultivation. The board discussed providing emergency services to the Casino and the reservation, authorizing a letter to state representatives for clarity on the district's responsibilities. They also reviewed the quarterly budget, agreed on capital expenditure priorities, and discussed fire department parking lots. The board discussed the draft 2018-19 budget, contracting with an alternate permit inspector, and the 2018 CFAA/PTA rates. Additionally, they discussed the 2017-18 vehicle replacement schedule.

The board meeting included reports from the Fire Chief regarding county-wide training on Mutual Aid and Local Government staging, and fire safety trainings at local schools. The board discussed and took action on the Cal OES Agreement for Fire Assistance rates, reviewed a draft letter to County Counsel on the Work Force Account, and approved awarding the Mechanic RFQ to Wise. The board also approved the 2017-18 budget and followed up on fire lane blockage issues at the General Store. Additionally, they discussed Resolution 2017-01 regarding firefighter immunization requirements and payment procedure.

The meeting included reports from the Fire Chief regarding volunteers' strike team activity, participation of non-department volunteers, and liability responsibility. The Chief also reported on attending a training for new building code enforcement. Other reports included PG&E cost comparison, election updates, CFRIS Report, NVFC grant submission, Insurance Payroll Audit submission, and Financial Transactions Reporting training class. The board discussed fire lane striping at Arena Cove, signed the Federal Excise Tax Exemption Certificate, and discussed an emergency services billing inquiry. The board also discussed fire lane blockage issues at the General Store and the vehicle replacement schedule.

The Board meeting included discussions on several topics. Charles Acker from Irish Beach addressed the Board regarding hydrant test results, collaboration on a PG&E grant for fire clearance, and a 5th District County Supervisor endorsement. The LAFCo draft MSR/SOI was reviewed, and the committee was complimented on their report. The draft 2018-19 Budget was discussed, and a motion was made to balance the deficit by using Reserve account funds and to publish a Notice of Public Hearing. The 2017-18 Vehicle Replacement Schedule was also discussed, with the Fire Chief planning to confirm with Piercy about a 1985 vehicle.