Board of Fire Commissioners Fire District No.1

In the Township of Downe

County of Cumberland

State of New Jersey

September 3, 2024

9/3/2024

Meeting called to order: 18:03

Roll Call: Chairperson Lupton, Vice Chair Liz Cowley, Secretary Robertson, Treasurer Robertson, Clerk Rothman

Public on hand: 2

Minutes Read and approved: Motion G. Robertson Second Cowley

Old Business

All tires on E39 need to be replaced. $5393.30 was the quote from February, an appointment will be made this week to have them changed.

Discussion about whether to use concrete or crushed stone under the new conex box. Decided to go with stone under the box so we can get the box delivered asap.

Woodruffs came and talked about the air conditioning and heating system in Fortescue station. $21750 for just 3 mini splits plus electric. The heater needs to be replaced soon. Prices needed for the new heater/ac units before a decision is made. 

Financing for the Rescue is done.

Handicapped spots painted at Newport, Fortescue is next. Two handicapped spaces to be painted at Fortescue. Yellow lines inside the bay need to be repainted.

No news from Hickman about boat

A part was ordered for the oven at Fortescue, waiting for it to be delivered

New Business

SCBA testing is to be done this month

Extrication tools to be checked

Apparatus checks to be done this quarter as well

Payment from Township will be given this month

Treasurer's Report

$236752.41- Ending balance

Motion to Adjourn: G. Robertson second Cowley