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3. Second Fire Station/Fire Science and Paramedic Degrees Partnership with FVCCKalispell Fire/Ambulance Dept. 336 1 st Ave. East • P.O. Box 1997 Kalispell, MT 59903-1997 REPORT FROM SUBJECT MEETING DATE Honorable Mayor and City Council Randy Brodehl, Fire Chief .� ,7_t Telephone 406-758-7764 Fax 406-758-7758 Fire Station Two/Fire Science and Paramedic Degrees Partnership With FVCC August 13th. 2001 BACKGROUND: The Kalispell Fire Department has one fire station located in the central downtown area. It is staffed with 4 to 5 personnel per shift, and is open 24 hours a dav, seven days a week. These personnel respond to almost 2900 emeraencv events each year. In addition., the fire department provides 1400 fire inspections. and a myriad of community relation programs designed to educate our community in safetv and Citv opportunities. When our personnel respond on emergency calls. we fill their position with off -duty firefighters until thev return. During the winter. we average 600 hours of "fill-in" time each month. From June through September, our monthly average is 1380 hours of "fill-in". The Insurance Services Organization (ISO) has a 1-10 classification for fire departments: Class 1 being the best rating, and Class 10 being no fire department. Our current classification is a Class 5. We are due for re -grading in 3 years. We have not kept up with the population growth of the city, and we are in danger of slipping to a Class 6. Our greatest need is a Station/Training Facility and staffing in North Kalispell. Using the parameters of ISO, coupling a staffed station there, and some changes we have already imnlemented at the main station, we would likely drop in our ISO classification. We anticipate being a Class 3 when we are reclassified if we are able to accomplish the changes as planned. This reduction in classification would mean a net annual insurance nremium savings to the commercial properties in the city of $772,000. and a residential rate reduction of $112.285. (Appendix A) i met zx,ith Flathead Va]lev y - -Ilea PrPcident Tane Karns on Tuly 1 9th We have nut together a tentative plan for an Associate Degree in Fire Science Technology (Appendix B) that would be offered at the college, beginning September 2002. This plan includes 24 students entering the program each year, working as intern firefighters out of a North Kalispell Fire Station in close proximity to the campus. These students would work the same shift as our career firefighters, and would provide tvoical fire response out of the North Station. Fire training would occur on site, and other educational training would occur on campus. The degree program would operate 12 months out of the year. so staffing would remain consistent at the station. Additionally, we would have an Emergencv Medical Technology -- Paramedic (EMT) program that would function in a parallel program, serving the City as a Quick Response Unit, out of the north fire station. (Appendix C) Our initial cost estimates on the construction of a new fire station and training facility on the property that we have set aside on Reserve Dr. indicate that we can finance a 1.1 million dollar facility, for 10 years, with bi-annual payments of $63393. We would need to provide a lieutenant for that station on each shift, which would mean hiring 4 personnel, each workinu a 24-hour shift. The cost for salaries and benefits for this would be $180,656 annuallv. based on the current contract with Local 547. The fire engine and ambulance for Station Two will come from our reserves at Station One. This would allow us to initiate a two-companv response (10-12 firefighters) within 60 seconds of someone dialing 9-1-1. Our off dutv personnel would fill in for the third companv response, as is required by NFPA and ISO. This third companv should arrive within 15 minutes of the alarm. The Council may want to keep in mind that this is a rare opportunity. We would be increasing our daily staff from a minimum of four firefighters to minimum of ten firefighters. We would have an additional six EMTs on dutv every day to supplement the ambulance service. The safety of our firefighters would be increased, fire loss would be reduced. and there would be a significant reduction in cost to the taxpaver. Increasing the number firefighters to the same staffing level. without this program, would cost the city approximately an additional 1.27 million annually. RECOMMENDATIONS: This is an advisory document only. FISCAL EFFECTS: Annual Commitment Facilitv loan (2 x 63.393)- $126.786 Personnel -Fire 90.326 Personnel -EMS 90.326 Utilities 12.000 Annual Costs $319.442 Anticipated reduction of insurance costs by reducine our classification to a Class 3: Commercial nroperties $772,000 Residential properties 112.285 Annual insurance savines $884,285 Fire loss reductions 2000/2001 fire loss $8.000.000 Averaee fire loss for cities our size - 2.250.000 Annual savines in fire loss %5.750,000 Overview Annual Citv budeet impact: $-319.442 Annual Private sector savines: $6.634.285 Annual Savines Packaee $6.314.843 ALTERNATIVES: As recommended by Council Respectfully submitted. Rri,`-..ehl, Else Chief F I� C u^s K4 M, City M.--ager AnnP� ndii c � '-rN-_,moo.= Average Cost of Fire Insurance per $1000.00 in the City of Kalispell Class 5 Class 3 Difference Allstate Insurance Co. Commercial $6.15 $5.53 $.62 Residential 2.83 2.72 .11 Farmer's Insurance Co. Commercial $1.0.30 $ 7.80 $2.50 Residential *********No change*********** .00 Estimated City Insurable properties based on the report: Flathead County Land Information SV sLefl l_ o�niG ��GUUiL i.aLeflGi`y 1.\IILG Totals M! Giii/ i. 1 ifiti aia0 I I Ui ali d.uuiLil illal _)J'iu 6i that value added to account for contents, based on the recommendation of Farmers Insurance as a extrapolated based on best guess. Commercial property market value in the Citv of Kalispell: $ 494,871,800 Residential property market value in the City of Kalispell: $ 1,020,772,700 Vill— Fire Protection Technology Fire Suppression Option Tl.o a u., La uo Suppression optio. i'vi.r.e Prctect::.1To 1� m „ ui � IJgildti_r.d education for those wanting to enter the career field and for those already employed. Flathead .,_„ v nl�nv :_o�rin riiil 1=oj OUP. O_lC a wr_.ii-rl �iliFlilP,i ,Ire n A lonl Alm if AifliilU CP_fltPP o!7 Th? ..\al P.f ii __a_ _a__rr___ ____ ___a _ campus. The Montana Department of Education, and the Montana State Fire Training Division aeca •.uaa wV S wUla . 1Vlll.]L �:auuawo va uaa, yroSaallll wvan IVI Yuuaaa, aaa a. ua.Yaaua:�.aaw. FVCC's program includes a variety of courses in writing. mathematics. and speech, as well as technical fire protection. Each term students take a Fire Incident Related Experience course which focuses on developing reauired skills, attitudes, and work habits. As a pre -service student, you will work a 24-hour duty shift weekly and respond to actual emergency incidents under the supervision of the City of Kalispell fire department officers. The Fire Suppression degree option can be coordinated with the Emergency Medical Technician -Paramedic program so that both degrees can be earned in nine to 11 terms. For information. call (406) 756-3822. This program has special admission requirements and enrollment limits. Applications are accepted every nine months. For additional information, call (406) 756-3822. The program operates on a continuous basis which includes summer term. You may earn an Associate of Applied Science degree by successfully completing these 100 required credit hours: Course No. Title Credit Hrs. Term 1 EMT051 Emergency Medical Technician Basic, Part 1 FRP050 Introduction to Fire Protection or ES072 Introduction to Emergency Services FRP051 Fire Incident Related Experience 3 FRP064 Hazardous Materials Operations 3 MTH070 Elementary Algebra (or higher) 4 Term 2 CHILI Chemistry for Fire Science and Emergency Services 5 CS101 Introduction to Microcomputer Apolications 3 ._ EMT052 Emergency Medical Technician Basic, Part 2 4 EMT280A Cooperative Work Experience 1 FRP052 Fire Incident Related Experience 3 FRP066 Building Construction for Fire Protection 3 Term 3 FRP053 Fire Incident Related Experience 3 FRP054 Water Supply Operations -- 3 FRP058 Fire Pump Construction and Operations 3 FRP069 Fire Department Leadershin 3 PHI II Physical Science for Fire Science and Emergency Services 5 Approved electives* 3 Term 4 FRP060 Fundamentals of Fire Prevention 3 FRP061 Fire Incident Related Experience 3 HPE295 Health and Fitness for Lite 3 WR121 English Composition -Exposition 3 General Education elective 3 Tprm 5 Fire Service Rescue Practices 4 FRP062 Fire Incident Related Ex_erience 3 FRP072 Fire Codes and Ordinances 1 3 SP118 Interpersonal Communication in the Health Professions 3 Term 6 FRP063 Fire Incident Related Experience 3 FRP071 Fire Protection Systems and Extineuishers 3 - FRP079 Wildland Urban Interface 3 PSY101 Psychology of Human Relations (or hieher) - -- 3 _ WR227 Technical Writing *Approved electives AH080 Crisis Intervention BA255 Elements of Supervision BI231 B1232 3 3 3 Human Anatomy & Physiology 4 Human Anatomy_ & Physiology 4 BI233 Human Anatomy & Physiology 4 BLD050 Introduction to Buildine Inspection 3 BLD051 Building Code I 3 BLD052 Buildin_e Code II 3 EMT065 Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate, Part 1 5 Approved electives* 3 *Approved elective (3 hours required): A4050 Health Care Delivery 1 ASL101 American Sign Language, "ferm 1 3 BA101 Business Environment 4 BA173 Public Relations in Business 3 BA206 Business Management Principles 3 BA211 Financial Accounting 1 4 BA224 Personnel Management 3 BA226 Business Law 1 3 EMT280C Cooperative Work Experience 3 FRP050 Introduction to Fire Protection 3 FRP064 Hazardous Materials Operations 3 FRP077 Fire Service Instructor Training 1 3 FRP078 Fire Service Instructor Trainine 2 3 HE250 Personal Health 3 HE262 EMT066 Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate, Part 2 5 EM'1'075 Introduction to Emerg_encv_ Medical Services 3 EMT28OF Cooperative Work Experience 6 FRP059 Major Emergencv Tactics and Strategv 3 FRP070 Fire Fighting 'I'actics and Strategy 3 FRP073 Firefighters Law for Emer_eenc_v Services 3 FRP074 Fire Investigation 3 FRP075 Aircraft Crash/Fire Rescue 1 FRP077 Fire Service Instructor Training 1 2 FRP078 Fire Service Instructor Training 2 2 FRP086 Advanced Detection and Protection Systems 3 FRP087 Fire Insurance Fundamentals 3 H120 Medical Temunology/Systems 1 3 HE262 Cardio_aulmonary Resuscitation Instruction 2 IIUM259 Death and Dying 3 Getting Started To apply for this program you need to take part in an assessment process. The first step is to take the college's free placement test, then meet with the department program chair. You may need to complete program prerequisite courses. You will be assigned a program advisor to help you develop an individualized program of study. For information call (406) 756-3822. Fire Suppression option In addition to tuition, estimated costs for students who complete the entire program are books, $1,612; class fees, $151; equipment and supplies, $852. Contact the Financial Aid Office to find out if you oualifv for help with these costs. This degree is available through distance education. Find out more about it under Distance Education or call (406) 756-3822. Appendix C Emergency Medical Technology -- r _ _m• _ araeuJ►c The Emergency Medical Technology -- Paramedic (EMT) program offers career training for entry-level personnel as well as certification and continuing education courses. Flathead Valley Community College offers a diverse. experienced EMT faculty. excellent on -campus facilities. and outstanding clinical training sites. The program is fully accredited by the Montana Department of Education and the Montana State Health Division. Students successfully completing a level of training (EMT Basic, Intermediate, or Paramedic) will be eligible to sit for the state certification exam at that level. Ambulance companies, fire departments. police departments, and industries may employ emergency medical technicians. There is a great demand for EMTs and paramedics both locally and nationally. Students working toward EMT Paramedic certification will complete approximately 300 hours of hospital clinical experience, 100 hours of EMT observation, and 300 hours of field internship. Clinical experiences focus on developing the skills, attitudes. and work habits necessary_ for graduates to be successfid in their field. You may earn an Associate of Applied Science degree by successfully completing these required 96 credit hours: Course No. Title Credit Hrs. Terra 1 BI231 I a niaii t' ialoajv and P hvsioioev iii iii=iio i H IVI vEmergency Medical Technician Basic, Part 1 EMT075 Introduction to Emergency Medical Services Noi ES072 Introduction to Emergency Services 4 H 120 Medical Terminologv/Svstems I 3 WR121 English Composition -Exposition (or higher) 3 Term 2 AH080 C ..r;s;n iziierve;7tio1-1 3 ur,<, Y1L1 Human Anatomy and Physiology (or higher) 4 EMT052 Emergency Medical Technician Basic, Part 2 4 EMT280A Cooperative Work Experience 1 MTH070 Elementary Algebra (or higher) 4 Term 3 Human Anatomy and Physiology (or higher) A Y EMT069 EMT Rescue 3 or FRP056 Fire Service Rescue Practices 4 EM'I'070 Emergency Communication and Patient Transportation - 3 i ON FRP053 Fire Incident Related Experience 3 PSY101 Psychology of Human Relations 3 or HUM259 Death and Dying 3 5 PSY201 General Psychology -Biological Emphasis 3 Spill Fundamentals of Public Sneaking (or higher) 3 _ . _ T_ Prm d CS101 h Introduction t6 iviicff 1G017"ihli.tef` i�171)iica.ti Olin 1Oi f-il'i iiCl`1 3 H'I�A-1 I lU% LlY 1 EMT Paramedic, Part 1 i4 Term 5 EM'1'097 EMT Paramedic. Part 2 14 Social Science elective 3 Ki Humanities/Fine Arts elective 3 Term 6 EM'1'280F Cooperative Work Experience 6 HPE295 Health and Fitness for Life 3 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Instruction 2 HS 101 Addiction Pharmacology and Physiology 4 HS 150 Personal Effectiveness for Human Services Workers 3 HS 154 Community Resources H101 Medical Law and Ethics 3 H114 CPTIV Coding/Reimbursement 3 H121 Medical Terminoloa_v/Systems 2 3 H122 Advanced "topics in the Language of Medicine 3 HUM259 Death and Dying 3 MED 128 Introduction to Medical Science 3 MTH243 Probability and Statistics I 4 PSY101. Psychology of Human Relations 3 PSY201 General Psychology -Biological Emphasis WR227 Technical Writing 3 Foreign Language course 3 This program has been designed to be completed in two years, if you attend full time. However, there are entry-level expectations for skill levels in reading, writing, and mathematics. "The length of time you take to complete the program will depend on your skills in these areas. To assess the time you will need to complete the program, please meet with the program chair. Emergency Medical Technology -- Paramedic In addition to tuition. estimated costs for students who complete the entire program are books. $1,396; class fees, $1,193; equipment and supplies, $735. Contact the Financial Aid Office to find out if you aualify for help with these costs.