pages: CityCouncil/2009-09-01.pdf, 8
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CityCouncil | 2009-09-01 | 8 | Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether the Fire Department has any standards other than NFPA standards. The Fire Chief responded the Fire Department does not have any policy standards. Councilmember Tam stated the City's budget documents are considered policy. Councilmember Gilmore inquired what is the incremental benefit of sending sixteen firefighters as opposed to fourteen; further inquired whether responses to multiple incidents at the same time would be better if fourteen firefighters are sent. The Fire Chief responded the Fire Department can handle one medical call and one fire call at the same time with the current response standard; responding to two medical calls and one fire call at the same time would leave the department short one engine; the Incident Commander would assess the situation and determine whether or not mutual aid is needed. Councilmember Matarrese stated some of the fire facilities are old; firefighters live in the house next door to Station 3; replacing Station 3 would be in the millions of dollars as would be additional staff. The Fire Chief stated modern fire stations are designed to minimize the distance between where firefighters are in the building and the apparatus. Councilmember Matarrese stated standards have progressed with design; suggested that the matter be reviewed. The Fire Chief stated that firefighters are wearing more gear, which adds to the turnout time. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS (09-336) Discussion of Alameda-Contra Costa (AC) Transit's Service Reductions and Provide Direction to Staff for Alameda-Contra Costa (AC) Transit's September 12, 2009 Community Workshop. The Transportation Coordinator gave a brief presentation. Mayor Johnson stated transportation to BART is critical the Transbay service is being left in tact. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council September 1, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-09-01.pdf |