pages: CityCouncil/2009-01-06.pdf, 11
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CityCouncil | 2009-01-06 | 11 | cardiac patients, the engine needs to get there quickly with the defibrillator transport is not as important because the patient can be treated at the scene; getting an ambulance there quickly might be more important for internal injuries statistically, only 15 out of the 36 delayed calls would be critical incidents. Councilmember Matarrese inquired what is the $100,000 for training and contingency. The Fire Chief stated $30,000 is for paramedic training; $20,000 is for a recruit academy; the other $50,000 is to deal with major incidents and fire fighter call backs for fires; the overtime savings comes from lowering daily staffing of stations; some money is needed for call back for major incidents and other activities. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired during what period of time did the $413,000 State reimbursement accumulate, to which the Fire Chief responded the amount is for the current fiscal year. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired what percentage of the overtime is used for mutual aid. The Fire Chief responded the amount of time varies; stated the money should be fully recovered. Vice Mayor deHaan stated mutual aid agreements are a substantial portion of overtime and cannot be neglected. The Fire Chief stated a Statewide agreement requires the City to respond if able; the City uses resources from other communities, too. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether the first response is an engine with a paramedic, to which the Fire Chief responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether the City ever had four ambulances, to which the Fire Chief responded in the negative. Councilmember Tam stated the total overtime allocation for the 2008-09 Fiscal Year was $1.013 million; $978,000 was used at the end of last year to maintain the minimum staffing level of 27, 33 people are required to be available; inquired whether the overtime charges are primarily due to lack of staff from people out on injury, people on leave, or various combinations. The Fire Chief responded it is a little bit of all; stated the general rule of thumb in most any industry is that employers have Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 January 6, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-01-06.pdf |