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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1997 - 1998v1R'r C L6t11L EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BOARD DAvw ELUS CHAIRMAN 909 LAn STREET EvANsnoN, IL 60201 LAwRENa VACALA (847) 866-5910 VICE CHAIRMAN Minutes of Special Meeting of the Foreign Fire CREcoRY KLAmER Tax Board, January llth, 1997 : SI:cRrrARY JAMEsDILLON Members present: Ellis, Klaiber, Schumacher TAEAsURER Members absent: Vacala, J. Dillon Others present: Kavanaugh RICHARD SCHUMACHER TRusm Meeting called to order by Chairman Ellis at 08:30. Motion made by Ellis to purchase two Hydra Force 4 forcible entry tools for Truck 22 and Truck 23. Discussion followed: Ellis indicated that the purchase would be pursuant to the city code for purchases under 2,500 dollars. Three bids were submitted, the low bid from Mac Mcgarry GFE Inc., for $1137.00 each. This would include the Hydra Force tool and carrying case. Further discussion involved it's use and purpose. Schumacher questioned Ellis about warranties and maintenance responsibilities. Klaiber asked about future training for the tools. It was the consensus of the board that training and maintenance shall be the responsibility of the Training Division of the EFD. After no further discussion, the motion was seconded by Klaiber; motion carried. Motion to adjourn by Ellis, seconded by Klaiber 09:00 fiRF EVANSTON .C'IRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BOARD DAvro ELus 909 LAKE STREET CHAIRMAN EVANsToN, IL 60201 LAwnENcE VACAta (847) 866-5910 VICE CHAIRMAN Foreign Fire Tax Board Meeting March 3rd, 1997 GREGORY KtAiDER SECRETARY JAMES DILLON Members present: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chairman ��L, Secretary Klaiber, TREASURER Trustee Schumacher Others present: Miller, Block, Grizely RICIARID SCIIUMACHER TRusTEE Members absent: Treasurer J. Dillon Meeting was called to order by Chairman Ellis at ISSO. The reading of minutes from the previous Foreign Fire Tax board meeting ►vas waived. However Ellis wanted to alnmend the last Minutes to reflect that two Hydra -Force 3 forcible entry tools were purchased, not Hydra -Force 4, as the Minutes indicate. They were purchased for $975.00 each, but have not yet been paid for. Old Business,. The Foreign Fire Tax Board changed bank accounts as a result of the contmvcrsy over the "loss" of the initial deposit of $49,000 at Bane One. Chairman Ellis inquired, with great effort, to find out why these funds mysteriously dissapcarcd. The response from Bane One's banking executives was that it was merely a "clerical error". This was not a satisfactory response. As a result, all funds are now in an interest bearing account at CiliBunk. Total deposits arc $97,145.14. Interest earned is approximately $145.00/month. Sce treasurer Dillon for details. The purchase of the Rabbit Tools ►vas discussed. The purchase, according to Ellis was for two "new" tools, not used or refurbished tools. It's readily apparent that the Rabbit Tools the Foreign Fire Tax Board received have been previously used. And in fact, the tool designated for Truck 23 is inoperative. As a result, Chairman Ellis has been attempting to contact GFl and their representative, McGarry with no luck. The tools have yet to be paid for. It was the consensus of the board members present that the tools would not be paid for until ►vc receive what was ordered. That is; two "new" tools. In addition, we want a satisfactory explanation as to why we received damaged goods. if one is not forthcoming, ., ,ftP't.. DAVHD ELLIS CHAIRMAN LAwprNcg VAcALA VICE CHAIRMAN GREGORY KIAIDER SECRETARY jAME s DILLON TREASURER R1ciiARD SaIUMACHER TRUSTEE EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN T'AX BOARD 909 LAn STREr EVANsroN, IL 60201 the Board will be taking it's business elsewhere in the future. (847) 866-5910 Pursuit of past money owed to the board wins discussed. Secretary Klaiber revealed that from 1990 to 1995, the City deposited the Foreign Fire Tax revenue into the Firemans's pension fund. Chairman Ellis stilted he would inquire as to the feasibility into retrieving these funds. Klaiber stated that the Des Plaines Foreign Fire Tax Board sucd and successfully retrieved past funds owed from the City of Des Plaines. New business: Ellis, Vacala and Schumacher stated the need for a budget. Discussion followed. Treasurer Dillon will prepare a budget outlining goals and percentages earmarked for various catagories such is personal safety, equipment etc.. Ellis stated he has had input requesting the purchase of high quality flashlights (similar to those found on 1321 and E23) for each rig so each pipcman and truckman assigned to fire apparatus would have a portable flashlight. Ellis will look into cost and report back to the board. Ellis stated he has received input into purchasing fax machines for each station. again he'll look into the cost and report back to the board. Miller suggested establishing an internal E-mail system for all stations. Vacala stated that from his experience all computers used for such an operation need to be "Iiscensed" and a cost is involved. Miller volunteered to check feasibility and report back. Klaiber introduced the possibility of purchasing health club memberships. Schumacher thought it would be wise to survey everyone to sec who would be interested in such it membership. If one is not interested in obtaining a membership, why purchase? This could be very costly to buy memberships for those who have no interest in using them. Klaiber stated he would check: with all the health clubs in town as to their rates etc. and report back to die board. The purchase of exercise equipment was discussed. It was the consensus of the Board the City is bound by contract to "provide exercise equipment". Klaiber stated that Chief Wilkinson told him the City has $20,000 to spend un purchasing W. EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BOARD DAv1n ELLIS 909 LAKE STRFm CHAIRMAN EvANsroN, IL 60201 L AwRENcE VAcACA exercise equipment. The Board wants the City to make initial purchases, f�+ ar 866-5910 VICE CHAIRMAN than have the City wait and see how we spend our money. GREcoRY KWOER SECRETARY Ellis reiterated that the Board welcomes input as to potential purchases, and to please put these in writing so that they may be discussed at future meetings. If jAMEs DILLON you have an idea, submit it to the board. TREASURER RICHARDscIluMActiER TRUSTEERUSTEE Ellis stated the CityTreasurer (Bob Shank) has contacted him about the need for an audit of the Foreign Fire Tax account. Mr. Shonk indicated the cost for such an audit would be paid for by the Board. Block questioned why the Board has to pay for the audit if the City wants it. Ellis then read the Foreign Fire Tax ordinance which states the City is responsiblc for a yearly audit of the Forcign Fire Tax account. Therefore, the board will not be required to pay. Ellis will inform Mr. Shonk. Klaiber indicated that the Board needs to establish and adopt By-laws and a Constitution. He'll research and present a copy to the Board for approval by the next meeting. Ellis indicated the next meeting would be on June 3rd, 1997 at 15:30, at station 3. Meeting adjourned. -f IRF RUSTON) ' EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BOARD DAVID ELUS 909 LAm STREET CHAIRMAN EVANsroN, IL 60201 LAWRENCE VAcAtA (847) 866-5910 VICE CHAIRMAN Foreign Tax Board Meeting June 10, 1997 GR>:CORY KIA18F7t SECRFrARY Board Members present: Vice Chairman Vacala, Secretary JAmmDILLON Klaiber, Treasurer Dillon, Trustee Schumacher. TREASURER Members absent: Chairman Ellis RICHARDSCHUMACHER Other members present: P.Dillon, JF McDermott, Miller, TRusm Chief Wilkinson, Brumbach, Grizely Meeting called to order at 15:55, Vice Chairman Vacala presiding. The reading of the previous Foreign Tax Board meeting was waived and accepted as written. Treasurer's report: Dillon reported all funds present and accounted for. Approximately $98,000.00 in Fund. Fund in low risk account at Citibank earning approximately 3!k interest. Expenses since last meeting were for the two Hydra Force 3 Door openers now on each truck. Old Business: Problems with purchase of Rabbit Tools discussed. GFE (McGarry) indicated to Chief Wilkinson that the tools were sent to the EFD from the manufacturer refurbished. McGarry had no knowledge of this, and stated the order he placed was for new items. EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BOARD DAvrD ELus 909 LAn STRm CHAAIRMAN EVANsroN, IL 60201 LAwRmcE VACALA Klaiber discussed his research into purchasing hAgW66.5910 VICE CHAIRMAN club memberships. He stated he visited all health clubs GREGORY KLAIBER SECRETARY in town and found them to be expensive. The least JAMEsDILLON expensive was the YMCA for $35.00/month. He also TREASURER discussed potential deal with the EAC for Local 742. RICHARD SCHUMACHER TRusTEE In light of the proposal from EAC for Local 742, further discussion was dropped. Wilkinson indicated E-mail is forthcoming to all stations. Stated he'd check into time -table and report back to Board. City Treasurer Shonk requested the Board's financial records from Dillon for the City's annual audit. Klaiber stated he drafted a Constitution and By -Laws. To be reviewed by Board members prior to next meeting and adopted at that time. New Business: The Board has received a letter from Insurance Company of Illinois requesting a refund of their contribution for 1994 (1334.83) and 1995 (1136.49). City attorney currently reviewing legalities. Motion introduced by Klaiber. Motion made for the Foreign Tax Board to contribute funds for the purchase of 5 treadmills, 5 recumbant bicycles and one step machine. This contribution will be in addition to the like EVANSTON DAVID ELLLS CHAIRMAN LAwRENCE VACALA VICE CHAIRMAN GREcoRY KLAIBER SECRETARY ]AMES DIuoN TREASURER RICHARD SCHUMACHER TRUSTEE EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FQREIGN TAX BOARD 909 LAKE STREEr EvANmN11,�� IL 60201 City's $20,000.00 contribution. The Foreign Tax NKtl866-5910 contribution is not to exceed $20,000.00. The equipment purchased will be decided by the Fitness Committee and will include a preventative maintenance program. Motion seconded by Vacala. Discussion followed. Motion passed 4 to 0. Other purchases were discussed. Large screen TVs, Air Filters for the bunkrooms, and flashlights for rigs. Dillon indicated that it is incumbant upon those with suggestions to determine cost and obtain bids to present to the Board. The Board can't simply "vote" for the purchase of "TVs" for example. There are strict purchasing guidelines that need to be followed. See Klaiber for details. Station two house fund re-imbursement discussed. The Board agreed that this could not be considered because proper purchasing guidelines were not followed. Motion to adjourn made by Vacala at 17:10, seconded by Klaiber. likeINn T. EVANSTON EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX D y DAvm ELus 90 Axe STRIM7 CHAIRMAN EvnNsroN, IL 60201 I,AwRENcsVACAu Minutes from Foreign Fire Tax Board Special Meeting 866-5910 VICE CHAIRMAN August 22, 1997 GREGORY KLAIBmR SECRE`rARY JAmEs DILLON Board members present: Chairman Ellis, Secretary Klaiber, Treasurer J. Dillon, Trustee Schumacher TREASURER RicHOthers present: Berkowsky, Miller, Ready, Vanek, TRus R°Sc�rvMAaIER Dupont, Smith, Cox, J.M. , Jaremus, Boilaux TRUSTEE Meeting called to order by Ellis at 13:00. Motion by Ellis to purchase reserve truck from Highland Park Fire department for $25,000. Discussion followed. Ellis referred to letter from Acting Chief Wilkinson to City Manager Crum, indicating past plan to eliminate one of Evanston's truck companies. The Board discussed the need for a reserve truck and considered this a safety issue. Motion seconded by Klaiber. Vote: 4-0 approved. Nest order of business: Ellis brought up for discussion the potential purchase of a department e-mail system. Three estimates were submitted: $4,670-$5,780. Chief Berkowsky and Ellis discussed need and benefits of system. Motion by Klaiber to withhold vote until the E-911 Board is approached for funding such a system. Seconded by Schumacher. Motion approved 3-1. Motion to adjourn by Ellis, seconded by Klaiber, 4-0. t1RF EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BOARD DAVID ELLIS 909 LAKE STREET CHAIRMAN EVANsToN, IL 60201 LAwmxcE VACALA (847) 866-5910 VICE CHAIRMAN Minutes from quarterly meeting of the Foreign Fire Tax GREcoRYKLAIBER Board, 9/10/97. SECRETARY Board members present: Ellis, Klaiber, Schumacher; JAmEsDILLON absent: Vacala, J. Dillon. TREASURER Others present: Wagner, Muno, Smith, Gannon, Perrino, RICHARDSCHUMACMER Dwyer, Lipp, Fochs . TRUSTEE Meeting called to order at 15:30 by Chairman Ellis. Motion! by Chairman Ellis to contribute 50% of purchase of an E-mail system for the Fire department, with the City contributing the other 50%. Contribution not to exceed $2,335, equal to the low bid from Total Solutions Group. Seconded by Klaiber. Discussion followed. Ellis stated that the E-911 board was approached for funding per motion made at 8/22/97 Foreign Fire Tax Board meeting. Ellis stated the E-911 board did not feel this type of purchase would fall under their jurisdiction. Question called. Motion passed 3-0. Ellis made motion to purchase 13 additional handli.ghts for fire apparatus from GFE for $993.50. Seconded by Schumacher. Motion passed 3-0. Motion by Klaiber to adopt Foreign Fire Tax Board Constitution and By -Laws as written. Seconded by Ellis. Motion passed 3-0. Discussion pertaining to purchasing thermal imaging rescue devices. Muno to work with Staff and possibly approach various charitable organizations in town for a potential contribution. Devices cost between $18,000 and $25,000. Exercise equipment discussed. City council passed motion to purchase equipment for $20,000, the remaining $14,665 to come from the Foreign Tax Board. Equipment should be in the staions by mid October. Perrino thanked the Foreign Fire Tax Board for its work in purchasing the reserve truck. Motion to adjourn, passed 3-0. Next meeting 12/8/97 15:30 at station 3. DAVID ELLIs CHAIRMAN LAwRENCE VAcALA VICE CHAIRMAN GRECORY KLAwER SECRETARY JAmEs DILLON TREASURER RICHARD SCHUMACHER TRusTEE EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BOARD ELECTION RESULTS 909 LAm STREET EvAwroN, IL 60201 (847) 866-5910 The results of the Evanston Foreign Tax Board elections for the position of Trustee are as follows: Pat Novak: 42 Art Miller: 26 Mike Spillane: 11 Chairman Ellis, Vice Chairman Vacala, Secretary Klaiber and Treasurer J. Dillon will be retained, as their positions were uncontested. Congratulations 'to Pat Novak. The next meeting of the Evanston Foreign Tax Board will be on March 10, 1998 at 15:30 at Station 3. ' EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BOARD DAvro ELLLS 909 LAn Snzm CHAIRMAN EvArr mN, IL 60201 LAwRENCE VACALA (847) 866-5910 VICE CHAIRMAN GREGORY KLA1sER SECNEYARY NOTICE OF ELECTION jA m, DILLON TAEAsuitu There is only one contested postion (Trustee) in the niCHARD SCHUMACNER TRusYEE upcoming Foreign Fire Tax Board elections. As a result, Ellis, Vacala, Klaiber and J. Dillon will retain their respective positions for the next term through January 31, 2000. Art Miller, Mike Spillane and Pat Novak are candidates for the position of trustee. The election will be held January 28, 29, and 30 1998. I ' c rry ANAL EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BOARD DAVID ELus 909 LAn Sum CHAIRMAN EVANsfoN, IL 60201 LAWRENCE VACAu (847) 866-5910 VICE CHAIRMAN MEETING FROM EVANSTON FOREIGN TAX BOARD MEETING MARCH 26, 1998: GREC.oRy KLAwER SECRETARY Board memmbers present: Ellis, Klaiber, Dillon, Novak. JAMES DILLON Board members absent: Vacala TREASURER Others present: Quinones, Cleland, Jaremus, Wideman, Goldman. Late: Meier, Mortell PATRICK NovAK TRUSTEE Minutes of 12/8/97 meeting read by Klaiber; passed as read. Finance report by Dillon: Expenses paid: $500 annual bond, $1965 for Hydroforce tools, $1158 for handlights, $25,000 for reserve truck. Income: $2,173 interest, $48,347 annual FT check. Balance as of 3/1/98: $119,373.87. Dillon stated exercise equipment has yet to be paid; Fitness Warehouse hasn't sought payment. Total payment due to FW is approximately $14,000. Dillon stated FT Board will be billed for one half the cost of the soon to be installed e-mail system; approximately $2,500. Motion to pass Finance report by Ellis; second by Novak. Old business: Ellis discussed reserve truck. Stated the FT Board will be returning the truck to Highland Park and Highland Park will issue a full refund. The Board will continue to look for an affordable reserve truck for purchase. If anyone has any ideas, please let a Board member know. Novak inquired about retrieval of past funds owed to the Board by the City, discussion followed. It is the general consensus of the Board that it would be a politically unwise decision to go after funds at this time. New business: Klaiber obtained 3 bids for 361, Toshiba big screen TVs. Bids from Best Buy, Electric Ave, and Abt . Abt was the low bid at $885 each, $4425 total without tax. Motion by Klaiber to purchase 5 TVs from DAVID ELLIS CHAIRMAN LAwRmcE VACAIA VICE CHAIRMAN GRwoRY KSAnmt SECRETARY JAMM DIUDN TREASURER PATR[cK NovAK TRUSTEE EVANSToN FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BOARD 909 LAn Srwm EvANsTON, IL 60201 Abt, second by Ellis; motion passed 4-0. (847) 866-5910 Purchase of Thermal Imaging Devices discussed. The Board will inquire into FD administration plans to purchase TIDs and go from there. To be discussed in greater detail at next quarterly meeting. Motion to adjourn by Ellis, second by Dillon; passed. k1Re PW., DAvID Er'LLIS CHAIRMAN LAwRENcE VACALA VICE CIIA:RMAN GREGORy KLAIBER SECRETARY JAMES DILLON TREASURER PATRicK NovAK TRUSTEE EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN 'TAX BOARD 909 LAKE STREET EvANsroN, IL 60201 (847) 866-5910 Minutes from Evanston Foreign Fire Tax Board Meeting June 16, 1998: Board members present: Ellis, Klaiber, Dillon, Novak. Others present: Schumacher, Whalen Meeting called to order at 15:40. Motion by Ellis to approve minutes from last meeting as written, seconded by Klaiber. Passed 3-0. Treasurers report: Total balance $136,218.32. The Board received a check from the City for $22,775 for the return of the reserve truck from Highland Park. The Board incurred the cost of inspection ($2,225). The Board will remit payment to the City for exercise equipment: $14,665. Resulting balance: $121,553,32. New business: Ellis discussed purchase of reserve truck. Stated he, Chief Wilkinson, Kathy Radek, Ralph Hicks, Bill Muno and Jim Cox went and looked at the truck last week. Stated it's in excellent condition: 1990 Pierce straight with 105' aerial. Has a 4 inch waterway. Ellis showed a video of the truck. Ellis made a motion to increase the Board's contribution to purchase a reserve truck to $50,000; $40,000 for 1998, $10,000 for 1999 provided the truck is purchased by the City by 9/1/98. Price of the truck is $260,000. Motion seconded by Klaiber. Passed 4-0. Ellis discussed purchase of a Plymovent system for Station 5. The City has approved purchase and installation of Plymovent for Station 3. Ellis made a motion to purchase a Plymovent system for Station 5. Seconded by Dillon; passed 4-0. Klaiber discusssed purchase of a Thermal Imaging Device. Muno had researched various devices, brought some in for training and obtained 3 bids. He recommended to Klaiber to purchase the Argus model from MSA for $12,500. Klaiber made a motion to purchase the TID from Argus. Motion seconded by Ellis; passed 3-0. (Novak left on EMS run). • Klaiber discussed purchase, based on recommendation from Art Miller, of Automatic blood pressure monitors for A22 and A23. The Board agreed to consider this purchase and possible purchase of back belts at it's next meeting. Next meeting 9/3/98. Meeting adjourned. FiAF aw! DAvR) ELus CHAIRMAN LAwRENcE VAcALA VICE CHAIRMAN CRECORY KLAIBER SECRETARY )AmEs DILLON TREASuREA PATRICK NovAK TRUSTEE EVAwm FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BQARD 909 LAn STmEr EVANSTON, IL 60201 (847) 866-5910 Minutes from Emergency Foreign Fire Tax Board meeting held on 6/30/98: Board members present: Ellis, Klaiber, Dillon, Novak. Others present: A/C Wilkinson, Meier, Vanek Meeting called to order by Ellis at 16:00. Ellis discussed need for emergancy meeting and present situation with purchase of reserve truck. Stated the truck is still available but Pierce will not hold it without earnest money. The purchase is contingent upon City Council approval at it's July 13 meeting. A/C Wilkinson presented a letter from the City Manager Roger Crum, to Pierce Manufacturing asking that the truck be held until 7/14/98 with a check for $26,000 for earnest money. Motion by Ellis to send Pierce Manufacturing a check for $26,000 (refundable) next day air to be used as earnest money toward the purchase of the reserve truck. Seconded by Dillon. Motion passed 3-0. Meeting adjourned • FIAF EVANSTON o�. DAVID ELus CHAIRMAN UwnENCE VAcntA VICE CHAIRMAN GRECORY KLAIBER SECRETARY JAAIES DILLON TitEA5URER PATRICK NoVAK TRusrEE C. H. EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BOARD 909 Lma STEsr EvANsroN, IL 60201 (847) 866-5910 Minutes from the Evanston Foreign Fire Tax Board meeting held on September 3, 1998: Members present: Ellis, Klaiber, Novak Members absent: Vacala, Dillon Others present: Miller, D. McGuigan, Ryan, Hohl Ellis called meeting to order at 15:45. Old Business: Ellis stated the reserve truck is under going its minor repairs and painting and will be delivered within 2 weeks. He stated the Foreign Tax Board contribution will be $25,000 initially down, then $15,000 more for 1998 and $10,000 in 1999; for a total contribution of $50,000. New Business: No finance report available. Members discussed potential future outlay of funding for ALS engines. Members of the EMS committee are researching costs and expense. The Board wants to see which direction the City and Fire Department staff will take on this issue prior to committing funds for EMS purchases. Miller asked the Board to consider purchasing 2 Automatic BP cuffs for use on A22 and A23. Board members felt it would be best to table this purchase and wait for ALS engine report. Motion to adjourn by Ellis, seconded by Klaiber. Meeting adjourned 16:15. Next meeting scheduled for December 3, 1998. ,— G horILL ' v EVANSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FOREIGN TAX BOARD DAvro ELLIS 909 LAn STREET CHAIRMAN Minutes Evanston Foreign Tax Board Meeting 12/16/98 EvANFmN, IL 60201 (847) 866-5910 LAWRENCE VACALA Members present: Ellis, Klaiber, Novak VICE CHAIRMAN Others: Chief Wilkinson, Perrino, Gannon, Kunita, Lord. GREGORY KLAIBER SECRErARY Meeting called to order 16:15. ]AMFS DILLON Minutes read and approved from 9/3/98. TREASURER PAru,cx NovAK Finance report: Current balance $68,000 with another $47,000 due to the Timm Board within 2 weeks. Finance director Stafford to contact Ellis. The board is obliged to remit $15,000 for the Reserve truck for 1998. New business: Discussion of ALS engines. Chief Wilkinson stated the $40,000 earmarked for equipping 2 ALS engines was removed from the CIP budget. He was unsure if those funds would be reinstated. Board members discussed whether the Board should commit to equipping 2 ALS engines immediately or waiting until the 1999 budget is finalized. Miller submitted cost proposals for ALS engines. Bottom line: Each engine will cost $15,000- $20,000 to equip. Ellis made motion for the Board to provide funds, in collaboration with the City to purchase equipment for 4 ALS engines (2 from the Board, 2 from the City) pending the final City budget for fiscal year beginning 3/1/98. Seconded by Klaiber, passed 3-0. Motion by Klaiber to purchase 1 BOSE Wave Radio for each of the 5 fire stations for $349.00. Seconded by Ellis, passed 3-0. Old business: Reserve truck placed in service since the last meeting. Discussion regarding chair replacement. Need someone to submit estimates to the Board. Next meeting 3/8/98. Meeting adjourned.