ALCONA COUNTY

                              Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)                          

2600 E. M-72, Harrisville, MI 48740 (989) 724-5540

 

MEMBERS

Larry Reaman (Chair)             Carolyn Brummond (BOC/Vice Chair)     Tim London (EM/Secretary)   

Douglas Ellinger (Law Enforcement)      Evonne Cooke (Red Cross)    Ralph Klotz (Fire Services)    

Jack Roberts (Fire Services)  Tom Stone (Local Government)              Dean Parker (Communications)              

Cori Upper (Public Health)       Kristen Hoffman (EMS)           Rodney Cordes (Fire Services)             

Stanley Darmofal (Amateur Radio)                         Tony Beran (Hospitals)          

 

January 31, 2005, Meeting Minutes (DRAFT)

 

Present:          Larry Reaman                        Kristen Hoffman

                        Tim London                            Stan Darmofal

                        Carolyn Brummond               Cori Upper

                        Tony Beran                            Doug Ellinger

 

I.                     Introductions/Public Comment: Larry called to meeting to order at 1:00 and noted there was no one present for Public Comment.

II.                   Prior Minute and Agenda Approval: Motion to approve the November 10, 2004, minutes and today’s agenda, Tony/Stan, carried.

III.                  Old Business:

a.      2004/2005 Grant Application Status: Larry gave an update of the status of the Viking Energy Plan – no questions.

IV.               New Business:

a.      Communications: Larry shared a survey he received from the Department of Health & Human Services. After discussion, the survey was turned over to Cori Upper for investigation/action.

b.      Tim presented an EMD Newsletter that requires a Plan be developed by the Emergency Management Office in support of PA 142, enacted June 15, 2004. Tim stated he believed the County is already in compliance.

c.      Larry notified the group he had received notice that the Red Cross has received a DHS grant for $6.5 Million to prepare non-profit organizations for response to terrorism.

d.      Stan discussed the new fair dates, August 22 – 27, 2005. He asked that the LEPC continue to support the fair as in prior years. Motion by Brummond/Beran for the Alcona County LEPC to continue to support the Alcona County Fair during the new dates (carried).

e.      Carolyn informed the LEPC members that the Alcona County cleanup dates for 2005 are May 14th and May 21st. There is a minimum charge of $5.00 per vehicle this year. The maximum charge is still being determined.

f.        Carolyn brought up a concern that the word “absent” should be put in the minutes behind all members not in attendance at our meetings. She also stated that excused members should be stated as such. Tim told the group he will come up with a procedure for this meeting’s minutes and everyone can discuss it at the next meeting. Consensus.

V.                 Standing Reports:

a.      Cori Upper gave a briefing on the status of the Medical Reserve Corps. He has drafted letters to send to all the major organizations in the area but has not mailed them out yet. He wants to wait a while longer until he can give the project the time and attention it deserves.

b.      Tim explained that the Alcona County Hazard Mitigation Plan is in Lansing (EMD). A crosswalk was returned to NEMCOG with recommendations on how the Plan can be improved. Tim is meeting with Rick Deuell, NEMCOG, on February 2, 2005, to brainstorm the recommendations.

(1)   Tim also outlined the 2005 exercise program. He offered the dates of April 21, 2005 (Orientation Exercise), May 12, 2005, (Tabletop Exercise), and June 16, 2005, (Full Scale Exercise). After some discussion, it was agreed; that, due to many factors beyond our control, the dates are still tentative. Tim agreed to keep everyone updated as information becomes available.

(2)   Tim also gave a status of the Internet access and backup power of the EOC. Both have been requested and work should start soon. It was noted that the generator had already been delivered to the EOC. There was some discussion that the generator was equipped to use gasoline and LP gas would be much better. NOTE: Tim verified that the generator “is” going to use LP gas when it is hooked up this spring.

NOTE: Larry had to leave at 2:02 pm and Carolyn took over the duties of Chair.

c.      Kristen reported that EMS is now eligible to apply for the Firefighters Assistance Grant.

d.      Stan gave an update of Amateur Radio activities to include communicating with the Space Station.

VI.               Committee Reports: See Standing Committee Reports

VII.              Next Meeting Date: March 21, 2005/1:00 pm

VIII.            Adjournment: Carolyn Brummond adjourned the meeting at 2:28 pm.

 

 

 

Respectfully Submitted By:

                                                            Tim London, Secretary

                                                            Alcona County LEPC

 

Approved by the LEPC Members on:                                                       

 

 

                                                                                                                       

                                                                                    Signature