pages: CityCouncil/2009-11-17.pdf, 13
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CityCouncil | 2009-11-17 | 13 | ventilating roofs is important; two ladders are needed in order for firefighters to have another to egress when on a roof. Councilmember Gilmore stated the answer she received was that the City has a lot of properties that are odd shapes and have deep lots; sometimes that [using a truck] is the only way to get to the back. The Fire Chief stated sometimes access to the back is difficult. Mayor Johnson stated more prevention should be done. Councilmember Tam stated the ladder truck was critical at the Grand Street fire because of the set back from the street. Vice Mayor deHaan stated a consultant questioned the value of the ladder truck; inquired why the consultant was so critical. The Fire Chief responded some people may think that if water is being put on a fire, trucks are not as important stated truck companies are usually the first to be cut because trucks are not as multi-versatile as engines. The Fire Chief continued with the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) portion of the presentation. Mayor Johnson stated response times would be quicker if each medical call were treated as a heart attack; however, the downside would be putting people at risk. The Fire Chief stated the Fire Department puts a lot of stock in the process dispatch uses to evaluate calls. Councilmember Matarrese stated decisions made on the scene are made by the dispatcher; inquired whether the City will have some say in dispatch center actions. The Fire Chief responded in the negative; stated the system is certified and has been tested and evaluated millions of times. Councilmember Matarrese stated there should be assurance that people answering the phones have been properly trained and qualified to make decisions. Vice Mayor deHaan stated irreversible damage occurs within six Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 13 November 17, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-11-17.pdf |