Fort Lupton Fire Protection District Annual Report · Fort Lupton Fire Protection District Annual Report 2018 Page 4 2018 District Staff Board of Directors Mr. Larry Leinweber, President

Fort Lupton Fire Protection District Annual Report 2018

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Message from the Fire Chief

District Board and Community Members,

It is again with great honor that I present the

community and the District Board of Directors the

Annual Report of District operations and activities

for 2018. The purpose of this report is to keep the

community informed of the improvements and

accomplishments of our agency over the past year

of service. We continue to strive to provide the

most efficient and quality level of emergency

services to our citizens.

In 2018, there were several major highlighted

purchases and accomplishments made to improve

the quality of service provided to the community.

The District partnered with Platte Valley

Ambulance Service on Continuing Medical

Education Training, partnered with UBS-

Mollandor/Owens Group as a Financial Advisor for

the District, recognized by NoCo Magazine as a

Hidden Gem of Weld County, received a donation of 2.5 acres of property for a future fire

station on CR 23 from District Board President and long-standing community member Larry

Leinweber, completed auto aid agreement with Platteville Fire, purchased a 2018 Pierce

Velocity Engine at $630,000.00 from front Range Fire Apparatus, and purchased a 2018 Ford

F550 Brush Truck from Midwest Fire at $127,847.00. The roof at Station 1 was replaced. A

1990, Brush truck was sold to the New Brantner Ditch Company to assist them with weed

burning along the agricultural ditches. The new Pierce Engine replaces a 32-year-old engine. We

also added 11 additional volunteers. In January 2019, Banner and the District entered into an

agreement that will place a second ambulance to Station 1 and a Med Evac Helicopter will be at

Station 2 for up to 32 hours per month.

We want to thank the community for their ongoing support and reaffirm our commitment to

you by providing the highest level of public safety possible through well-trained personnel,

suitable equipment, and by staffing the appropriate number of firefighters to achieve our

mission.

Respectfully Submitted,

Phil Tiffany, Fire Chief


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2018 District Staff Board of Directors Mr. Larry Leinweber, President Mr. Don Patton, Vice President Mr. Gordon Alexander, Treasurer Mr. Shaun Austin, Director Mr. Mark Grajeda, Director Administrative Staff Phil Tiffany, Fire Chief Taw Tamlin, Fire Marshal Antonio Riofrio, Training Captain Allyson Tkadlec, Ex. Secretary Rayna Martinez, Administrative Asst. Andy Rutkosky, Maint. Technician Lead Jacob Margheim, Maint. Technician Career Firefighters Michael Dittman, Captain Staughton McCann, Captain Walt Adams, Lieutenant Troy Norby, Lieutenant Kenny Rosales, Lieutenant Ben Akers Alex Bodnar Sarah Cooper Justin Erbstoesser Cody Grein James May, Engineer James Mayor, Engineer Antony Melendez Mike Murphy Kristyn Pfannenstiel Jessup Pfeifer Wade Seely, Engineer Nick Spendlow, Engineer Marc Steiner Bryce Stutler Tayler Sykes Adam Valentin Brian Vanbeber, Engineer Mark Williams, Engineer

District Volunteer Firefighters Ryan Armstrong Jerry Bangert Chris Blohm Amy Burke Randy Cleveland William East Stephen Holcomb Howard Johnson Chris Loveridge Jacob Margheim Tyler Martinez Jacob Miles Aja Payton Jason Phelan Tasha Rasmussen Nick Rauch Ian Samide Rand Sheldon Mark Shirley Lindsey Spendlow David St. Pierre Adam Sullivan Josh Tapia, Lieutenant Michio Watanabe Evan Wilson


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Fire District Overview

The fire department is considered a combination agency and is comprised of 24 career

firefighters, three (3) administrative staff, two (2) office personnel, two (2) maintenance

personnel, and 26 District volunteer firefighters. There are eight firefighters on duty to provide

24-hour coverage with response from two stations. We are also entering into the planning

phase to build Station 3 on CR 8 in 2020. New volunteer members of the department are

recruited year-round and are required to complete a fire academy, hazardous materials

operations course, and Emergency Medical Responder training. They must also complete a one-

year probationary period while successfully completing driving and pump operation skills, CPR,

and complete at least 36 hours of ongoing training yearly. Specialized training for members

includes Technical Rescue, Hazardous Materials Technician, high and low angle rope rescue, ice

rescue, swift water rescue, advanced vehicle extrication, and incident command training.

The Fire District provides Basic Life Support (BLS) services for immediate life-threatening

emergencies. The Advanced Life Support (ALS) response unit is Banner Health Ambulance

Service Paramedic Unit 103 is located in Fort Lupton at Fire Station 2. There is always a

Paramedic and an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) staffed on the ambulance. In January

2019, NCMC/Banner and the District have entered into an agreement that will place a second

ambulance to Station 1 and the Med Evac Helicopter will be day based at Station 2 for up to 32

hours per month. They transport patients to the nearest appropriate hospital for diagnosis and

treatment. When Banner Health Ambulance Service is not available, then Platte Valley

Ambulance and Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District Ambulance will provide backup ALS

services. Two helicopter transport agencies provide air transport. They are Air Life Denver

stationed in Frederick and North Colorado Med Evac based in Greeley.

The Insurance Services Office (ISO) sets the Public Protection Class (PPC) rating for properties

within the District’s jurisdiction based upon an evaluation every five years. This is how your

insurance rates are assigned. Class 1 being the highest and Class 10 the lowest rating. The Fire

District has a Class 2/10 rating. This means that any property within 5 miles of a station, no

hydrant required, is classified as a Class 2 and any property, beyond the five (5) road miles is a

Class 10.


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Response Statistics

In 2018, the fire department responded to 1,491 incidents, which was a decrease of 82 calls

(1,573) or 5.21% from 2017. The types of calls included fire, EMS, and other calls for service

such as hazardous materials and smoke odor investigations. The in-service goal from time of

dispatch to the first truck in service is 90 seconds. In 2018, the average reaction time from the

dispatch to enroute time was 68 seconds, which is decreased by 19 seconds from 2017, 87

seconds. In 2018, the average response time from dispatch to arrival was 6 minutes and 15

seconds. This is compared to data from 2017 where the average response time from dispatch

time to arrival time was 6 minutes and 50 seconds. The average response time decreased in

2018 by 35 seconds from 2017. The fire district experienced “overlapping” incidents on 148

responses or 10.07% of the time. This identifies that the demand for service of multiple calls

continues to increase each year and could potentially delay personnel from responding to the

second call. The Fire District has auto aid agreements with Brighton, Frederick/Firestone,

Platteville/Gilcrest, and Hudson Fire Protection Districts for response to fires.

In 2018, the City of Fort Lupton accounted for 64.65% (964) of the total calls for the District and

the remaining 31.32% (467) calls were the in the rural areas outside of the city limits, and 4.02%

(60) were outside of the Fort Lupton Fire Protection District including mutual and auto aid.

There were two reported residential or commercial structure fires for City of Fort Lupton. The

estimated fire losses for major fires were $100,020.00 inside the City Limits. The fire losses for

the city totaled 18.25% and the rural areas accounted for the remaining 81.75% or $448,083.00

of losses. There were five (5) highway vehicle and other non-structure/non-vehicle fires. There

was no estimate available on the losses in these incidents. The total fire losses for the fire

district in 2018 were estimated at $548,103.00. In 2017, total fire losses were estimated at

$256,836.00. There were no fire related fatalities in 2018.

Fire at an industrial site. Oil/Gas Fire in Platteville.


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Response Statistics


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Recruitment, Training, and Safety

The District has a strong commitment to maintaining an effective volunteer firefighting force

while providing immediate response with an on-duty career crew. The District volunteers

supplement the career firefighters and are required to complete 36 hours of shift time at the

station on a monthly basis. In 2018, the 26 District volunteers completed 7,889 hours of shift

time at the station. This is compared to 9,995 hours in 2017. The number of shift hours provided

by the District volunteers decreased by 2,106 hours in 2018 from 2017. The total number of shift

hours provided by volunteers is equivalent to approximately four full time equivalent 2.89 (FTE)

firefighters working a full-time schedule of 2765 hours per year. The cost savings to the

community drives this program for the District. However, the challenge of recruiting and

retaining quality volunteers is ongoing. The Fire District, in an effort to improve recruitment and

retention, offers volunteers a stipend, which pays each volunteer up to $4,000.00 per year.

Applications for District volunteers are accepted throughout the year. In 2018, the department

hired eleven new volunteer members. In 2018, five volunteer members resigned. Three resigned

due to being hired into a career position, one resigned to leave the fire service, and one resigned

due to the time commitment. One volunteer retired. Five career firefighters resigned in 2018.

Two went to larger departments in the Denver metro area, one was promoted to the position of

Driver/Operator at a different agency, one left to attend Paramedic school, and one left for

personal reasons. All of those positions were replaced through a hiring process and subsequent

hiring list.

2018 Fire Academy group picture.


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Firefighter Training

The Fort Lupton Fire Protection District conducted a Spring Fire Academy in 2018 with six trainees

from Fort Lupton. This was the 15th Fire Academy conducted by District personnel. Each student

completed over 250 hours of training. All students successfully completed the academy.

There were 7,584 training hours completed by both career and volunteer firefighters during

2018. Each firefighter is required to complete a minimum of 36 hours of training annually. Most

firefighters will complete well over 100 hours per year. Joint trainings are completed with auto

and mutual aid companies from neighboring districts on a quarterly basis. The District supports

ongoing fire and medical training to offer growth and development for our existing staff. This

includes the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC), attendance at the National Fire

Academy (NFA), and other conferences/seminars. We also provide tuition reimbursement for

professional development. A majority of the local training classes are provided at the training

center and open to outside agencies.

2018 Fire Academy training on car fires.


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2018 Professional Certifications

The Fort Lupton Fire Protection District is committed to providing the highest level of training in

order to provide a quality and the safest level of service to Fort Lupton and surrounding rural

communities. These professional certifications ensure that each person has successfully

completed the requirements and is capable of performing the job requirements at the levels

they have been trained to. Below you will find a breakdown of the professional certifications

possessed by the active members of the District:

Center for Public Safety Excellence Chief Fire Officer 1

CPR Certified 57

CPR Instructor 6

Fire Suppression System Inspector 2

Fireworks Display Operator Technician 2

International Code Council Fire Inspector I 4

International Code Council Fire Inspector II 3

National Child Passenger Safety Seat Technician 24

National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer 1

Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Technician 3

State of Colorado Fire Inspector I 4

State of Colorado Live Fire Instructor 4

State of Colorado Fire Inspector III/Plans Examiner 1

State of Colorado Driver Operator Engine 16

State of Colorado Emergency Medical Technician-Basic 45

State of Colorado Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic 1

State of Colorado Fire Instructor I 19

State of Colorado Fire Officer I 13

State of Colorado Fire Officer II 5

State of Colorado Firefighter I 45

State of Colorado Firefighter II 32

State of Colorado Medical First Responder 1

State of Colorado Fire and Life Safety Educator I 1

State of Colorado Hazardous Materials Operations 51

State of Colorado Hazardous Materials Technician 8

State of Colorado Testing Proctor 6

Ice Rescue Certification 44

Swift Water Rescue Certification 10


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Firefighter Safety

During 2018, there were five reported injuries for all employees and volunteers. They included

an overexertion during training, a twisted knee on a call, an ankle sprain on a call, muscle strain

during training, and an exposure to bodily fluids during a call. The knee injury resulted in lost time

due to surgery. In 2017, there were six reported injuries. In each incident, the circumstances were

reviewed for causal factors and the necessary changes were implemented to reduce the

possibility of similar incidents.

Each month, a safety program was presented to the department to address firefighter safety and

increase situational awareness in order to eliminate preventable injuries. In 2019, a goal will be

to reduce firefighter and employee injuries to zero. Safety is a very important commitment for

all personnel within our agency.

In 2018, seven firefighters between the ages of 30 and 39 completed a comprehensive physical

and cancer screening. In 2019, firefighters who are the age of 40 years of age and above will

complete a comprehensive physical to assess their health and wellness for firefighting duty

fitness. Annual flu shots, Hepatitis B Vaccinations, organized sports activities, and workout

equipment are a few of the additional health and wellness incentives offered by the fire district.

To reduce cancer risks to firefighters, particulate hoods that block out 99% of harmful

contamination from smoke were purchased for all personnel and a new policy was implemented

that requires on scene decontamination of gear and firefighters with decon wipes after every

fire. We also provide decontamination kits for apparatus that were purchased and placed on the

trucks.

Firefighters workout daily when on shift to improve the fitness needed.


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Apparatus

2601 2014 Pierce Velocity Engine Seating Capacity: 6 Pump Capacity: 1,500 Tank Capacity: 1,000 Condition: Excellent Mileage: 32,901 Hours: 3,745

2603 2012 Pierce Velocity Engine Seating Capacity: 6 Pump Capacity: 1,500 Tank Capacity: 1,000 Condition: Good Mileage: 56,349 Hours: 4,743

2602 2018 Pierce Velocity Engine Seating Capacity: 6 Pump Capacity: 1,500 Tank Capacity: 1,000 Condition: Excellent Mileage: 2,000 Hours: 20

2605 2007 Pierce Dash 4 X 4 Engine Seating Capacity: 6 Pump Capacity: 1,250 Tank Capacity: 750 Condition: Excellent Mileage: 21,408 Hours: 1,623


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Apparatus

2606 1991 Pierce Dash Engine Seating Capacity: 6 Pump Capacity: 1,250 Tank Capacity: 750 Condition: Fair Mileage: 52,058 Hours: 4,256

2630 2018 Ford F-555 Brush Seating Capacity: 2 Pump Capacity: 500 Tank Capacity: 400 Condition: Excellent Mileage: 800 Hours: 80

2616 2004 Pierce Dash 100-foot Aerial/Platform Seating Capacity: 6 Pump Capacity: 2,000 Tank Capacity: 300 Condition: Excellent Mileage: 16,830 Hours: 1,998

2631 2005 Ford F-450 Brush Seating Capacity: 4 Pump Capacity: 500 Tank Capacity: 400 Condition: Good Mileage: 8,366 Hours: 901


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Apparatus

2632 2015 Ford F-550 Brush Seating Capacity: 2 Pump Capacity: 500 Tank Capacity: 400 Condition: Excellent Mileage: 9,326 Hours: 602

2634 1999 Freightliner FL-70 Rescue Seating Capacity: 3 + rear Pump Capacity: N/A Tank Capacity: N/A Condition: Good Mileage: 31,414 Hours: 3,482

2633 2017 Ford F 550 Brush Seating Capacity: 2 Pump Capacity: 500 Tank Capacity: 400 Condition: Excellent Mileage: 3,613 Hours: 321

2640 2017 Kenworth Seating Capacity: 2 Pump Capacity: 500 Tank Capacity: 3,000 Condition: Excellent Mileage: 3,744 Hours: 264


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Apparatus

2641 2002 Kenworth Tender Seating Capacity: 2 Pump Capacity: N/A Tank Capacity: 3,000 Condition: Excellent Mileage: 11,031

2643 2006 Kenworth Tender Seating Capacity: 2 Pump Capacity: N/A Tank Capacity: 3,000 Condition: Excellent Mileage: 7,932

2642 2017 Kenworth Tender Seating Capacity: 2 Pump Capacity: 500 Tank Capacity: 3,000 Condition: Excellent Mileage: 2,583 Hours: 208

Special Operations Trailer 2007 Interstate Cargo Trailer Seating Capacity: N/A Pump Capacity: N/A Tank Capacity: N/A Condition: Excellent Mileage: N/A


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Additional Apparatus

2650-2003 GMC Yukon, Staff Vehicle, 70,790 miles, Good condition.

2651-2015 Chevrolet Tahoe, Fire Chief, 22,764 miles, Excellent condition.

2652-2004 Chevrolet Tahoe, Training Vehicle, 96,262 miles, Fair condition.

2654-2000 Chevrolet Suburban, 88,671 miles, Fair condition.

2655-2003 Chevrolet S-10, Maintenance Truck, 75,508 miles, Fair condition.

2656-2005 Chevrolet 1500, 39,669 miles, Excellent condition.

2657-2015 Chevrolet 1500, Fire Investigation Truck 42,045 miles, Excellent condition.

2658-2014 Chevrolet 2500 HD, Snowplow 4,666 miles, Excellent condition.

2659-2017 Chevrolet 1500, Maintenance Truck, 4,616 miles, Excellent condition.

2005-Yamaha ATV with snow plow.

1930-Ford Model A, Antique.

Foam Trailer-Carries a 300-pound dry chemical extinguisher and foam nozzle/100-gallon tank.

Chem Guard Foam Trailer-Carries 660 gallons of foam with master stream foam nozzle.

Rescue Trailer-Carries the boat, water rescue, and other specialized rescue equipment.

Haz Mat Trailer-Carries haz mat equipment, decon shelter, and portable cascade system.


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Fire Prevention Programs

The Fort Lupton Fire Protection District believes that Fire Prevention Programs are an integral part of preventing fire related deaths and injuries in our community. The emotional experience

of losing property or lives to fire can be devastating. The District enforces the 2012 International Fire Code. We place a significant responsibility to not only responding to

emergencies but also preventing them. Fort Lupton Fire Protection District Fire Marshal Taw Tamlin is responsible for carrying out our fire safety commitment with the community.

Crews at National Night Out at Koshio Park.

Child Passenger Safety

Car Seat Safety Inspection FREE car seat inspection by a certified car passenger safety technician. Inspections are also available by appointment Monday through Friday

Call (303) 857-4603

In 2018, our firefighters who are certified Child Safety Seat Technicians, conducted a total of 28 car seat inspections and installations. Through a Colorado Department of Transportation

Mini Grant, the fire district is able to provide a child safety or booster seat to families who are in need of a child safety seat but cannot afford one. These seats are available for District

residents at little to no charge.


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Fire Prevention Week

In 2018, fire safety education classes were provided for elementary students. This program included a fire prevention class that includes viewing a presentation and demonstration of fire equipment from firefighters. The students were taught how to be fire safe at home. Fire Pup

talks with the students about fire safety. Each student received educational materials to improve fire safe habits at home.

In 2018, approximately 1,300 students, at Twombly and Butler Elementary Schools attended a fire prevention program at each school during Fire Prevention Week. The theme for 2018 Fire Prevention week was “Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware Fire can happen anywhere”. There were also fire prevention programs provided for the preschool students at the rec center, Healthy Lifestyles at Twombly, the end of year celebrations at both Butler and Twombly, and the 9 Health Fair. At these events, there were contacts with 750 adults and over 1,800 children.

School District

The Fire Marshal ensures that fire evacuation, lockdown, lockout, and tornado drills are completed on a monthly basis throughout the year at all schools. The Fire Marshal in

conjunction with school staff and the community have also enhanced safety in our schools in 2018 during the construction projects by installing sprinkler systems in all schools and through installation of Emergency Responder Radio Systems to enhance radio communications. We are hopeful that in 2019 the Middle School will fund the same communications upgrade to improve

communications in this facility. District staff also presents various types of fire prevention programs to a range of students as requested during the school year.

For Aging Adults

Provide classes for Aging Adults and events to educate them on how to be fire safe in their homes.

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector Program

The Fort Lupton Fire Protection District offers smoke and carbon monoxide detectors with installation at no charge for those families in need. In 2018, crews installed 4 smoke and

carbon monoxide detectors. The District also provides 9-volt batteries at no charge.


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Rural Address Signs

The Fort Lupton Fire Protection District offers emergency 911 reflective address signs to anyone

within the Fire District for $8.00 each. These signs are 6” x 18” double side 100% aluminum. They will aid us in quickly locating addresses during any emergency.

National Night Out

The Fort Lupton Fire Protection District participates in the annual event organized by the Fort Lupton Police Department. We hand out fire prevention materials, conduct fire

prevention education programs, and fire equipment demonstrations.

In 2018, firefighters distributed fire prevention materials to over 300 adults and children at this event. The event was cut short for safety due to a thunderstorm.

Students at Little Trapper get a tour of the fire truck from firefighters during a United Way safety event.


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Business Community

We offer fire extinguisher classes for business employees. Recommend the Knox Box requirements for residences and businesses.

Coordinate fire sprinkler and fire alarm pre-plans and complete all final inspections. Complete all general inspections of new and current businesses with firefighters.

The District adopted the 2012 International Fire Code in 2014.

The District has approximately 494 building occupancies at 324 businesses that we are responsible to inspect annually. In 2018, there were a total of 489 general

inspections and re-inspections with 54% or 262 businesses in compliance on the first visit. Thirty-two percent or 157 of the businesses required a re-inspection. Only 27

businesses required a second, 9 businesses required a third re inspection, and 4 businesses required more than three reinspections to ensure compliance with the

2012 International Fire Code. In 2018, there were 55 fire code plan reviews, 13 construction inspections, and 7 new business occupancies were completed by the fire

prevention bureau.

Juvenile Fire Setter Prevention Program

Complete juvenile fire setter risk surveys for court ordered fire setters and their families.

Burn Permits

In 2018, Weld County burn permits are available online. They are valid for two weeks, for areas outside the city limits of Fort Lupton. The approved items for burning are weeds and small branches (less than 1 inch in diameter). There is no charge for this service. Items that

cannot be burned include trash, plastics, furniture, woodpiles, etc.

Crews training with live fire in the burn tower.


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Fireworks Program

Coordinate the City of Fort Lupton’s Annual Fireworks show. Regulate and handle all permits for sales of legal fireworks outside the city limits.

Firefighters help coordinate the annual Fourth of July fireworks show.

Crews at Butler for Read Across America.

Gun Locks

To increase gun safety, free gunlocks are provided.

Station Tours

Station tour information and scheduling please call 303-857-4603.


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Pictures

FF Valentin instructing young men at the Aims Xplore Academy.

Allyson and Rayna manage the District administrative operations.

Crews giving out candy at Trick or Treat Street.


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2018 List of Accomplishments

➢ January 1, 2018-Provide blood pressure checks every other week at the Recreation Center

for the Senior group.

➢ January 1, 2018-Met monthly at the Steering Committee with Community Leaders to

discuss impacts within the community.

➢ January 1, 2018-Throughout the school year, firefighters assist the church and program

coordinators by delivering backpacks with food to the schools to help with snack items

for kids in the community. The program is known as Blessings in a Bag.

➢ January 1, 2018-Participating member of the South Weld Hazardous Materials Training

Group for Haz Mat Technicians with Frederick/Firestone, Brighton, and Mountain View

on a quarterly basis.

➢ January 1, 2018-Train at least quarterly on fire attack with our mutual aid and auto aid

agencies to improve operations and communications. At this time this includes Brighton,

Hudson, and Frederick/Firestone.

➢ January 2, 2018-Purchased a new Pierce Engine to replace Engine 2602. Delivery

scheduled for October 2018.

➢ January 3, 2018-Completed orientation for seven new volunteers.

➢ January 18, 2018-Mike Murphy and Kristyn Pfannenstiel are hired as career firefighters.

➢ January 20, 2018-Completed an in-house Ice Rescue training class for department

members.

➢ January 29, 2018-Completed a Community CPR Course for the Boy Scout Leaders.

➢ February 6, 2018-Hosted a regional training for Weld County Fire Agencies titled:

Situational Awareness Matters as instructed by Rich Gasaway.

➢ February 6, 2018-Retired Past Chief Richard Gabel passed away from pancreatic cancer.

➢ February 8, and 9, 2018-Completion of the District’s Financial Audit by and independent

auditor to ensure compliance with professional financial guidelines.

➢ February 13, 2018-The District Board approves the purchase of 12 sets of replacement

bunker gear not to exceed $36,000.00. The District is on a 5-year replacement plan. This

is the transition to black bunker gear.

➢ February 13, 2018-Firefighters attended the funeral of Retired Past Chief Richard Gabel.

➢ February 17, 2018-Held the annual Awards Banquet, Spouse Appreciation Night at the

Columbian Evets Center in Brighton.

➢ February 17, 2018-Hogelin Memorial Award was presented to District Board Vice

President Don Patton.

➢ February 17, 2018-Denny Mintle Adam I Community Service Award was presented to

Fire Chief Phil Tiffany.

➢ February 17, 2018-Administrative Assistant Rayna Martinez was selected as the

Employee of the Year.

➢ February 17, 2018-Firefighter Amy Burke and Captain Mike Dittman (10 years) were

presented with leather helmets as awards for their length of service to the community.

➢ February 17, 2018-Captain Riofrio started the 14th Fire Academy with six candidates

from Fort Lupton Fire Protection District.


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➢ February 22, 2018-Met with Mountain View Fire Regarding an exclusion of property on

CR 19 south of Highway 52.

➢ February 22, 2018-Attended Healthy Lifestyles Program at Twombly Elementary School.

➢ February 23, 2018-Attended the Career Fair at the Fort Lupton Middle School.

➢ February 27, 2018-Employees met with the Fire and Police Pension Association at

Administration.

➢ February 27, 2018-Platte Valley Ambulance Services begin delivery of Continuing

Medical Education on a monthly basis for recertification of EMT certifications.

➢ February 28, 2018-Met with Banner Ambulance Leadership to discuss the current status

of Emergency Medical Service for Weld County.

➢ March 2, 2018-Firefighters Read at Butler Elementary School for Read Across America

Day.

➢ March 3, 2018-Completed the 2017 Annual Report of achievements for the District.

➢ March 9, 2018-Fire Chief Phil Tiffany and his wife RaJean Tiffany attends the American

Red Cross Heroes Soiree as a guest of DCP Midstream.

➢ March 13, 2018-Met with Northglenn Ambulance about partnerships for Emergency

Medical Services.

➢ March 20, 2018-Participated in a regional recruiting effort with fire districts throughout

Weld County.

➢ March 21, 2018-Met with CMIT to review computer service support recommendations

for the District.

➢ March 24, 2018-Fire Marshal Tamlin attended an Arson Training at Evans Fire.

➢ March 26, 2018-Started planning for the 2018 Family Festival Concert.

➢ March 29, 2018-The District Board approves the hiring of a Community Outreach

Specialist position to enhance the communications and support for the community.

➢ April 6 and 7, 2018-Fire Chief Phil Tiffany attended the Executive Fire Officer Program

Graduate Symposium at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg Maryland.

➢ April 9, 2018-Completed Community CPR classes for the First United Methodist Church.

➢ April 9 to 13, 2018-Hosted the Dive Rescue International Flood and Moving Waters

Training and the Water Operations Officer Development Courses.

➢ April 13, 2018-Completed Community CPR Classes for the State of Colorado

Maintenance Department.

➢ April 14, 2018-Girl Scout Troop dropped off cookies to Station 1 and recognized the

firefighters for being Hometown Heroes.

➢ April 16, 2018-Met with Banner Leaders to discuss the future and Emergency Medical

Service in Weld County and for Fort Lupton.

➢ April 17, 2018-Hosted an informational meeting for firefighter applicants.

➢ April 17, 2018-Engineer Wade Seely was appointed to Colorado Task Force 1 Urban

Search and Rescue Team as a Haz Mat Specialist.


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➢ April 23-27, 2018-Three Department Members: Engineer Nick Spendlow, Engineer

Wade Seely, Firefighter Adam Valentin, and Engineer James May attended the Fire

Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) and Training in Indianapolis, Indiana.

➢ April 23, 2018-Conducted Community Fire Extinguisher Training at the RE-8

Transportation Building.

➢ April 25, 2018-Recognized Allyson and Rayna for their exemplary work on

Administrative Professionals Day.

➢ April 26, 2018-Met with Chief Schuppe of Brighton Fire to discuss mutual and auto aid

radio protocols.

➢ April 27, 2018-Met with the City and Weld Office of Emergency Management to begin

the development of an Emergency Plan for the City of Fort Lupton.

➢ April 28, 2018-Participated in the 9 Health Fair at the Fort Lupton High School.

➢ April 30 to May 11, 2018-Training Captain Antonio Riofrio and Firefighter Alex Bodnar

attended the North Area Technical Rescue Academy at the North Metro Fire Training

Complex, completing 80 hours of technical rescue training.

➢ May 1, 2018-Purchased 10X20 foot Tuff Shed for training ground equipment storage at

Station 2.

➢ May 4, 2018-The Bank of Colorado Vice President Mariann Johnston recognized the Fort

Lupton Firefighters on Firefighter Appreciation day with a lunch served at the fire

station.

➢ May 6 to 10, 2018-Completed pressure testing of all fire service hose to ensure safety at

the scene of emergency incidents.

➢ May 6, 2018-Participated in the Northern Colorado Honor Flight to honor our veteran’s

headed to Washington DC to visit the war memorials.

➢ May 12, 2018-Purchased water and Gatorade for the After-Prom Party for the Fort

Lupton High School.

➢ May 13, 2018-Participated in the Butler Carnival.

➢ May 14, 2018-Conducted review of insurance coverage for the District.

➢ May 15, 2018-Purchased two gear driers for Station 1 and Station 2 to help rapidly dry

gear.

➢ May 15, 2018-Updated all of the Gear Storage at Station 1 to Gear Grid individual

bunker gear storage lockers.

➢ May 16, 2018-Attended the Twombly Elementary School Field Days.

➢ May 21, 2018-Along with other agencies and the Colorado Department of Transportation

participated in the planning for a Traffic Incident Management Plan for Highway 85 from

CR 2 to the Wyoming border.

➢ May 23, 2018-Met with Financial Advisors for the Fire District.

➢ May 28, 2018-Fire crews attend the Memorial Day Ceremony at Hillside Cemetery.

➢ June 1, 2018-Engine 1 transported the ashes and family of Past Chief Richard Gabel to

Hillside Cemetery for a brief family gathering.

➢ June 4, 2018-Tested the Outside Warning Devices for the District.

➢ June 4, 2018-Firefighters Marc Steiner and Jessup Pfeifer start their two-week orientation

training.


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➢ June 5, 2018-Swiftwater Rescue Refresher Course completed by all shifts.

➢ June 8, 2018-Started the process of multiple trainings to train all firefighters on newly

acquired bailout equipment that is issued to the firefighters.

➢ June 12, 2018-District Board of Directors holds a Special Meeting to consider UBS as the

new financial advisor for the District and to develop a strategy to address the Gallagher

Amendment which is impacting the revenues regarding residential properties.

➢ June 12, 2018-All firefighters completed bail out training with the newly issued bail out

kits.

➢ June 15, 2018-Hosted a Benefit and auction at Station 1 for Community Member Mike

Ceretto that was attended by over 500 community members and friends of the family.

➢ June 16, 2018-Fire Academy Graduation for the fifteenth fire academy with 6 new

recruits from Fort Lupton Fire District. Volunteer Firefighters Connor Clegg, Mark

Shirley, Aja Payton, Ryan Armstrong, William East, and Adam Sullivan complete the

Fire Academy. The oath was administered by Weld County Court Judge Charles Unfug.

➢ June 19, 2018-Recognized Safety Stand Down week to focus on May Day Drills and

Firefighter Safety with increased training.

➢ June 20, 2018-Conducted an auto aid training with Brighton Fire on fire attack, victim

rescue, and common radio terminology.

➢ June 21, 2018-Firefighters Bader, L. Spendlow, and K. Pfannenstiel attend the MDA

Summer Camp.

➢ June 28, 2018-District Audit presented to the District Board with no significant findings.

➢ July 4, 2018-Participated in the 4th of July City Celebration and presented the annual

Fireworks Show for the community. The location was changed to Coyote Creek Golf

Course.

➢ July 10, 2018-Annual radio service and programming completed by Wireless Advanced

Communications.

➢ July 10, 2018-2601 responded and assisted at a large industrial fire at a recycling plant in

Commerce City.

➢ July 19, 2018-Completed annual certification of all ground ladders and the aerial device.

➢ July 22, 2018-Past Chief of Platteville Gilcrest Fire and Fire Marshal from LaSalle Fire

Gary Sandau passed away.

➢ July 24, 2018-Completed pump testing for Engine 2601, 2602, and Ladder 2616 at the

North Metro Emergency Vehicle Technician Training.

➢ July 27, 2018-Firefighter Adam Valentin helped at the Aims Young Men and Women’s

XPLORE Fire Academy in Windsor.

➢ July 30, 2018-Station 1 roof replaced.

➢ August 1, 2018-Replaced 12 sets of fire protection gear for existing members and

transitioned to Black Gear.

➢ August 3, 2018-Captain Staughton McCann earned his Managing Officer Program

Certificate from the National Fire Academy.

➢ August 6, 2018-Lieutenant Rosales and crew completed a promotional video with REP

Fitness.


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➢ August 6, 2018-Crews provided a tour of Station 1 for seven members of Cub Scouts

Troop 47.

➢ August 7, 2018-Participated in the National Night Out Community event.

➢ August 14 and 15, 2018-Completed budget-planning meeting with staff for the 2019

budget.

➢ August 16, 2018-Completed a tour of Station 2 for 20 visitors from Many Blessings

Child Care.

➢ August 27, 2018-Fire Department Employees May, McCann, Melendez, and Bodnar

completed the Boulder Sunset Sprint Triathlon.

➢ August 29, 2018-The District offered a Special Replacement Program to those affected

by the recent Street Name Change to from CR 27 to South Denver Avenue. Those

addresses that were changed received a free sign.

➢ August 30, 2018-Met with Allred and Associates on the concept design of Station 3.

➢ September 3, 2018-Lieutenant Staughton McCann organized the MDA Fill the Boot

Campaign and the department members collected $10,549.99 for MDA.

➢ September 4, 2018-The District was recognized in NoCo Magazine as a Hidden Gem.

➢ September 5, 2018-All apparatus washed and waxed for the Trapper’s Day Parade.

➢ September 6, 2018-Tender 2641 taken to Midwest Fire Apparatus for warranty work on

the tank

➢ September 6, 2018-Sponsored foursome at the Annual Chamber Trapper’s Day Golf

Tournament.

➢ September 8, 2018-Participated in the Annual Trapper’s Day Parade.

➢ September 9, 2018-Participated in the final Northern Colorado Honor Flight to honor our

veteran’s headed to Washington DC to visit the war memorials.

➢ September 10, 2018-Attended the Bon Fire for Homecoming Week.

➢ September 11, 2018-Ten firefighters from Fort Lupton participated in the September 11

Memorial Stair Climb of 110 stories at the Qwest building in Denver to honor those who

lost their lives in the twin towers on September 11, 2001.

➢ September 14, 2018-Particpated in the Homecoming Parade and Football game.

➢ September 17, 2018-Chief Phil Tiffany was the guest speaker at the Senior Luncheon and

spoke about the Fire District and the services provided.

➢ September 18, 2018-Conducted live fire training at Crestone Peaks Oil and Gas Training

Facility to learn about flammable liquid fires.

➢ September 20, 2018-Completed the budget Workshop with the District Board for the

2019 Budget.

➢ September 26, 2018-Completed Badge Presentation Ceremony for Firefighters Mike

Murphy, Kristyn Pfannenstiel, Marc Steiner, Jessup Pfeifer, and Cody Grein.

➢ September 26, 2018-Completed Badge Presentation Ceremony for promoted Engineers

James May, Wade Seely and Nick Spendlow.

➢ September 27, 2018-Participated in the Traffic Incident Management Program with the

Colorado Department of Transportation and other Public Safety Agencies for the

Highway 85 corridor.


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➢ September 28, 2018-The District Board adopts a resolution opposing Proposition 112

requiring setbacks for oil and gas operations.

➢ September 28, 2018-The District Board appointed Shaun Austin to the fill the vacant

Board seat left by Director Arlen Engbarth who moved outside of the District.

➢ September 28, 2018-At their regularly scheduled Board meeting, the Fort Lupton Fire

Protection District Board of Directors accepted a donation of 2.5 acres of land for the

potential development of a fire station to enhance future fire services for the community.

The property, located approximately 1 mile south of Highway 52 on CR 23, was donated

by District Board President and long-standing community member Larry Leinweber.

➢ October 1, 2018-Entered into Auto Aid Agreement with Platteville Gilcrest Fire.

➢ October 2, 2018-Flu shots provided on site for employees and volunteers.

➢ October 8 through October 13, 2018 Fire Marshal Taw Tamlin completed Fire Prevention

Week for the students and staff members at Twombly and Butler Elementary Schools

Pre-K through Third Grade and at the Rec Center. They educated over 1,200 kids for fire

prevention week.

➢ October 8, 2018-Completed a Volunteer Orientation Meeting for new volunteers testing

for the District.

➢ October 9, 2018-Captain Dittman, Engineer Vanbeber, and Maintenance Lead Andy

Rutkosky fly to Appleton Wisconsin for the final inspection on Engine 2602.

➢ October 9, 2018-Crews from Banner Paramedics and Fort Lupton Fire attend First

Responder Appreciation night at the Varsity Volleyball Game and are recognized before

the game.

➢ October 10, 2018-Engine 2601 assist Butler Elementary with Walk to School day

ensuring the kids are safe and offer encouragement for a healthy lifestyle.

➢ October 12, 2018-Complete annual pump certification and testing at our facilities and at

the Boulder Training Center for Engine 2603, 2605, and 2606.

➢ October 18, 2018-In collaboration with the RE-8 School District and United Way the Fire

District conducted a Child Safety Seat Clinic at Little Trappers Pre-School 200 South

Fulton Avenue.

➢ October 23 through 26, 2018-Chief Phil Tiffany, Lieutenant Kenny Rosales, and

Lieutenant Josh Tapia attended the Colorado State Fire Chief’s Leadership Conference in

Keystone.

➢ October 23, 2018-Took delivery of a 2018 Pierce PUC Engine to replace 2603 for a total

cost of $630,000.00.

➢ October 24, 2018-Participated in the Aims Campus Emergency Services Recruitment

Day.

➢ October 25, 2018-Participated in a Table Top exercise at Suncor Storage Facility in

conjunction with the Local Emergency Planning Commission and Weld County Office of

Emergency Management.

➢ October 31, 2018-Participated in the Trick or Treat Street event sponsored by the

Chamber of Commerce.

➢ October 31, 2018-Met with Weld County Communications to review Outdoor Warning

Device systems.


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➢ November 1, 2018-Firefighters participated in Movember under the coordination of

Lieutenant Rosales by growing mustaches and donated the funds of $300.00 to Tanner

Atencio, son of Volunteer Firefighter Amy Burke who is battling cancer.

➢ November 5, 2018-The District hired Firefighter Bryce Stutler.

➢ November 7, 2018-Met with Independent Auditors to review findings from 2018

financial audit. No significant findings.

➢ November 7, 2018-Met with Weld County Public Health regarding the effects of teen and

adult smoking in our community.

➢ November 9, 2018-Met with Weld County Regional Communications and revised auto

aid recommendation to improve response from out of county agency resources.

➢ November 13, 2018-President Leinweber and Fire Chief Tiffany met with Mayor Stieber

regarding water billing for the District.

➢ November 15, 2018-Banner Ambulance Director Dave Bressler retires.

➢ November 29, 2018-The District Board of Directors approved the 2019 budget that

includes: resurfacing of station 1/2 bay floors, Station 3 design, asphalt repairs at Station

1, Administration gate/fence, improvement of Station 2 open lot, fire apparatus check

software, upgrade of outside warning device notification system, and potential land

purchase for Station 4.

➢ December 1, 2018-Stand By with a crew for Frederick Firestone Fire for their annual

holiday banquet.

➢ December 1, 2018-Delivered Santa to the City of Fort Lupton Winterfest.

➢ December 3, 2018-District signed agreement with Weld County Commissioners to begin

required radio maintenance with Weld County in 2019.

➢ December 3, 2018-Conducted an onsite safety training with United Power about the

dangers of power lines and electrical emergencies.

➢ December 5, 2018-Took delivery of a 2018 Ford F 550 Midwest Fire brush truck. It

replaces a 1990 Brush Truck that has been sold to the Brantner Ditch Company to help

them with their agricultural ditch burning.

➢ December 8, 2018-Fire Chief Tiffany spoke at the 2018 Aims Community College Fire

Academy Graduation.

➢ December 9, 2018-Hired 9 new volunteer members, which brings our total, volunteer

positions to 25.

➢ December 15, 2018-Stand by with a crew for Brighton Fire for their annual holiday

banquet.

➢ December 18, 2018-Annual Fire Department Christmas Party organized by Executive

Secretary Allyson Tkadlec, the Officers, and their spouses for the families of the fire

department.

➢ December 25, 2018-Purchased a holiday gift card of $100.00 for all staff.

➢ December 26, 2018-Retired Volunteer Firefighter Larry Thiesen passed away at home.


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➢ December 30, 2018-Firefighter Rand Sheldon continues on Pension Board (2018 and

2019) and Lieutenant Josh Tapia to serve another term (2019 and 2020). elected to the

Hogelin Memorial Committee. Firefighter Nick Rauch will fill a term (2019 and 2020) on

the Hogelin Memorial Committee. Lieutenant Josh Tapia (2018 and 2019) replaces

retired firefighter Jerry Bangert on the Hogelin Memorial Committee in 2019.

➢ December 31, 2018-The total calls decreased by 5.21% for the year from 1573 in 2017 to

1491 in 2018. This is attributed to the moderate severity of the weather events in 2018.

Board of Directors left to right: Austin, Patton, Leinweber, Alexander and Grajeda.

Jacob and Andy keep the facilities and apparatus in mission ready status.


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Mission Statement

TO PROVIDE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE TO THOSE IN A TIME OF

NEED WITH A SENSE OF INTEGRITY, PRIDE, AND COMPASSION

FOR WELL BEING.

Firefighter Code of Ethics

As a firefighter, my fundamental duty is to serve humankind by safeguarding lives and property from the ravages of fire.

As a professional, I am on‐call for some of the most difficult and trying circumstances. When disaster strikes, I will do my duty to aid the victim and rescue the helpless.

I will keep my private life unsullied as an example to all; maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, develop self‐restraint, and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others. Honest in thought and deed in both my personal and official life, I will be exemplary in obeying the laws

of the land and regulations of my Department.

I will never act officiously or permit personal feeling, prejudices, or animosities to influence my decisions.

I recognize my position as one of public trust and understand as such that I am looked upon as

an individual of high moral character I will constantly strive to live by these standards and ideals, dedicating myself to my chosen profession … fire protection.


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Contact Information

Fort Lupton Fire Protection District 1121 Denver Avenue

Fort Lupton, CO 80621 303-857-4603 District Office

303-857-6619 Fax

EMERGENCY-CALL 911

Fire Chief Phil Tiffany [email protected]

Web Site: http://www.fortluptonfire.org/

Colorado evening on the training ground.

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.fortluptonfire.org/

Documents

Fort Lupton Fire Protection District Annual Report · Fort Lupton Fire Protection District Annual Report 2018 Page 4 2018 District Staff Board of Directors Mr. Larry Leinweber, President