1	Peterborough Fire & Rescue Planning for the Future September 7, 2004
2	Peterborough Fire & Rescue Research and Budget Committee Chief Joe Lenox III Deputy Chief Michael Roper Lieutenant Brian Wall Firefighter Jonathan Hampson Firefighter Jonathan Sawyer Town Liaison Barbara Miller
3	Peterborough Fire & Rescue Demand for service increasing
4	Peterborough Fire & Rescue $299,763 Net Expenditure for Fire $337,821 Gross expenditure $28,758 Revenue from Sharon $9300 Anticipated Revenue from Alarm System $0 Net Expenditure for Ambulance $ 284,714 Offset by revenue from billing for service Coverage area includes Peterborough, Sharon, Dublin, Greenfield, Hancock and Francestown.
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9	The Future of the Town We Serve Growth 100 additional residents per year + or – 7500 plus population on 2015 Consideration of Master Plan Process A desire for vertical instead of horizontal development along with mixed use in current target zones Clustered Development/Workforce housing Wildland / Urban Interface and Open Space Protection of Aquifers/Water Supply Development of emergency water supplies in target areas Traffic Issues and patterns, downtown parking
10	Future CIP Requirements Goal of Fire & Rescue is to interface purchases with the goals addressed in the Master Plan and make every effort to fit our operations seamlessly as the Master Plan is implemented. Spend the customers $ wisely/reduce debt costs Plan for the long term, proactive manner Maximize the ability to utilize grant funding Developed an internal plan spanning 35 years into the future.
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12	Rescue-Pumper-2008 Replace existing 1985 Fire Engine with Rescue-Pumper Present unit will be 24 years old when the replacement apparatus is placed in service. New apparatus will be designed to have rescue equipment, in addition to firefighting function. Originally scheduled for replacement in 2005 PFR will be seeking off-setting Federal Grants in the next 3 years. CR and purchase authorization required to match grant funding up to 50%. Purchase accelerated if Grant offset.
13	Capital Equipment-2005 The equipment needed to allow our department to function adequately as requests for emergency response increase along with the scope of PFR’s responsibility to the public Includes hose, fittings, rescue gear and hazard mitigation equipment PFR will seek matching grants where possible, generally 10 to 25% when available, but cannot be counted on.
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15	Mechanical Refurbishment of 1993 Engine 2 -2005
16	Special Hazards Vehicle - 2007 Present vehicle will be 59 years old at time of replacement This vehicle will have multiple uses such as; forestry, structural, and spill control and towing capabilities for our trailers. As an all wheel drive vehicle, this vehicle will be able to respond during major snowstorms for both medical and fire response calls. Possible Grant availability with matching funds, CR and Expenditure authorization needed. Purchase accelerated if grant offset
17	Command Vehicle-2007 The command vehicle carries equipment needed for emergency response and routine business, including medical and fire fighting equipment, protective gear, command post information and supplies, reference materials, etc. Unit is used daily by the Chief Officer Suggesting 2 year LP
18	Station Renovation/Replacement - 2008 The building which was built in 1945 and turned over to the PFR in 1972 needs to be evaluated for the condition of the physical plant and whether it will meet the future needs of the department. The facility is now maximized for it’s current use. Sync up with the new Master Plan facilities committee
19	Station Generator - 2010 Fire Station is Emergency Management Center for Town Present unit will be 25 years old at time of replacement This unit powers the station when PSNH is off line. PFR must be able to provide services during power outages Breathing Air Fire Alarm and Communications Emergency Shelter and cooking facilities Diesel fuel and battery chargers for apparatus Charging for deliberators, warming of drug box
20	Ambulance 2 - 2005 Final year of lease purchase. Fire & Rescue serves 6 communities with 2 Ambulances Both units are needed to meet demands for service Cost of lease payment is covered by off setting revenue.
21	Ambulance 1 - 2006 Current Ambulance 1 will be 9 years old at time of replacement. Increased maintenance costs on units after 8 years Fire & Rescue serves 6 communities with 2 Ambulances Frequent Maintenance reduces availability Risk of mechanical breakdown during calls is a concern Cost of replacement is covered by off setting revenue.
22	Fire Alarm Infrastructure Municipal Fire Alarm System provides the Hospital, nursing homes, Peterborough Schools, Municipal Buildings, and many businesses with emergency fire & smoke detection. Existing system is running with borrowed equipment that must be replaced for system to continue functioning. System reliability and redundancy is non-existent with current infrastructure. Future improvements & maintenance will be covered through user fees.
23	Radio/Communications Interoperability Equipment - 2005 Ongoing replacement of Pagers, Portables, and Base Radio equipment required for everyday and emergency use. Current equipment is increasingly unreliable, insufficient, and costly to maintain due to age. New equipment will allow for superior reliability, statewide interoperability, and cost effective maintenance. Possible grant availability. PPD loaned 3 used radios during the year for interim use $27,000 in Grants received in 2004 replaced most mobile radios
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25	"Current Equipment is 10 to..." Current Equipment is 10 to 20 years old Equipment does not meet the current safety standards SCBA is required equipment for interior firefighting & Haz-Mat New SCBA is smaller & lighter (Safer for interior firefighting) New SCBA is equipped with latest & most up to date safety features New SCBA is equipped with integrated PASS device 21 complete units & related equipment @$100,000.00 Fire Act grant submitted, if approved 10% matching is required Request a Capital Reserve fund and authorization to expend if Grant is received
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27	Conclusion Peterborough Fire & Rescue is PLANNING for the future. This plan allows PFR to grow in sync with the Town and meet the response expectations of the public. Enhances firefighter safety Reduces liability to the Town Realistic, forward looking Accounts for all major capital equipment Maximizes ability to utilize grant funding