Firefighters have not been allowed into structure fires because their gear is not adequate to provide safety for the men. Dave asked Jerry if the homeowners could add service charges to their policies. Jerry stated that payment for the service fees is included in all policies. Payment of the fees is the decision of the insurance company. Companies that decline payment regard the taxes of the community as sufficient payment.
Insurance companies base their rates on fire departments services.
Jeff stated that the decision for the Council was to either fund the department with more tax dollars or allow the service fees. Rolly made a motion to approve setting up a schedule of charges. Roger asked that the schedule of fees be kept to protect the department from hazardous waste calls. Rolly stated that a policy and procedure was developed. The fire chief will sign this each year.