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S H O R E L I N E F I R E D E P A R T M E N T

King County Fire District No. 4, Washington

Responding to the needs of our community since 1939

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ANNUAL REPORT

The Annual Report is designed and published by Staci Engler at Shoreline Fire Department. Shoreline Fire Department 2007 Annual Report. Copyright © 2008 by Shoreline Fire Department. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be used or reproduced in any manner without written permission except in the case of brief quotations with citation. Contact Shoreline Fire Department, 17525 Aurora Avenue North, Shoreline, Washington 98133.

HEADQUARTERS-STATION 61 Training and Support Facility

17525 Aurora Avenue North Shoreline, Washington 98133

206-533-6500

Business Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays

www.shorelinefire.com

Shoreline Fire Safety Center at Fire Station 62 1841 NW 195th Street

Shoreline, Washington 98177

FIRE STATION 63 1410 NE 180th Street


FIRE STATION 64 719 North 185th Street


FIRE STATION 65

145 NE 155th Street Shoreline, Washington 98155

SHORELINE FIRE DEPARTMENT

Originally formed as King County Fire District No. 4, Shoreline Fire Department has served the community since 1939. We are proud of our close connections with our citizens and of the support and confidence given to us over the past many years. Our Department continues to grow and evolve to meet new challenges and changes in the community. Organized under the tenants of Title 52 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), Shoreline Fire Department operates as an independent local government agency in King County, Washington serving the City of Shoreline. We are defined as a special purpose district charged with the primary responsibility to provide the following critical services:

Fire suppression services Emergency medical services Fire prevention services.

In addition to the required services as mandated by law, Shoreline Fire Department also provides advanced life support (ALS) as a participant of the King County Medic One program, technical rescue operations, operations-level hazardous materials response, fire inspections and investigations, public education and also maintains an internal training division. Shoreline Fire Department is located in Shoreline, Washington in north King County and covers a service area of approximately 13-square miles; the boundaries are from the North at 205th Street to 145th Street and from the Puget Sound on the West to approximately 30th Street on the East.

Shoreline Fire Department currently serves a population of approximately 53,000 citizens by providing 24-hour coverage for fire and medical emergencies. We employ more than 100 full-time personnel who provide various services for the divisions that make-up the Department: fire suppression, emergency medical services, administration and support, fire prevention, public information and education, training, and facilities and maintenance.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Letter From the Chief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Board of Fire Commissioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Letter From the Board of Commissioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Employee Roster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Organizational Flow Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emergency Response Standards and Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2007 Emergency Response Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chart: Ten-Year Statistical Comparison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fire Suppression Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chart: 2007 Structure and Other Fire Incidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fire Suppression Response Standards and Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emergency Medical Services Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emergency Medical Response Standards and Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Special Operations Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Special Operations Response Standards and Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emergency Response Standards and Statistics: Predictable Outcomes and

Plan of Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Training Division Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fire Prevention Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Administrative and Support Division Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Budget Comparison and Actual Operating Totals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Information and Technology Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Facilities and Maintenance Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shoreline Firefighter’s Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Annual Firefighter Stairclimb Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2007 Contribution and Donation Acknowledgements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Letter From the Chief

To the Shoreline Community, the Board of Commissioners, and Shoreline Fire Department Personnel, On behalf of the staff of Shoreline Fire Department, I would like to present our 2007 annual report. This report provides an overview of our activities and accomplishments over the past year. The Shoreline community can be proud of the many services that are competently provided by this organization. The dedication of our staff to the mission and values of the organization is testimony to the high quality of employees that we are fortunate to have serving with the Department. Shoreline Fire Department places a high value on making our community a safe place to live, work, and recreate. We accomplish our goals through emergency response, education, prevention, and preparedness. In 2007 we continued to experience an increased workload in all of these areas and are increasingly challenged to find ways to meet these service demands effectively, safely, and according to recognized standards in order to maintain the high quality of service our community has come to rely upon. One of the key highlights in 2007 was the addition of a second staffed aid car. This has provided much needed coverage to the south end of the community. The renewal of the King County EMS levy in November will allow us to expand paramedic services in 2008 as well. We continue to work from a comprehensive strategic plan that provides the framework from which we make decisions on the many issues we face today and in the future. While the community has affirmed its support for the Department, we work from a progressive business plan that demonstrates our commitment to maintain and enhance our level of service.

As we look to the future many challenges are on the horizon. These challenges include increased service demands, revenue competition and stability, compliance with new laws and standards, and ensuring a safe environment for our firefighters working in a very dangerous occupation. Throughout all of these challenges, we remain committed to providing a high quality of work in the services we provide. To the community, our staff, and the Board of Commissioners, I extend a heartfelt thank you. Your continued support and encouragement enables us to provide the very best life safety and fire protection services possible.

Sincerely,

Marcus Kragness

Fire Chief

Shoreline Fire Department

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The Board of Fire Commissioners

The Department is governed by three Fire Commissioners who are elected to represent and serve the interest of Shoreline citizens. They are responsible for providing general direction in the areas of financial management, administration, and policy adoption for the Shoreline Fire Department. The office of Fire Commissioner is held for a six-year term. The Board of Fire Commissioners conducts fire department business during regularly scheduled meetings open to the public.

Public Meeting Schedule: First and third Thursday of each month

5:00 PM Headquarters - Station 61 - Public Meeting Room

17525 Aurora Avenue North Shoreline, Washington 98133

Jon Kennison

Terms Served: September 22, 1986 - December 31, 1987 January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1993 January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1999 January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2005 January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2011

Scott Keeny

Terms Served: February 1995 - December 31, 1995 January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1997 January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2003 January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2009

Jim Fisher, 2007 Chairperson

Terms Served: January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2007 January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2013

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Letter From the Board of Commissioners

On behalf of the Shoreline Fire Department Board of Commissioners, I am pleased to accept the 2007 Annual Report. The report not only provides an overview of the organization, but also reflects the goals, challenges and accomplishments of the Shoreline Fire Department during the 2007 calendar year. During 2007, the Department was active in supporting the Medic One levy. A new six-year levy was approved by voters and will go into effect January 1, 2008. The levy will ensure that Shoreline Fire Department is able to maintain and provide the level of service known to this nationally acclaimed program. Also during 2007, three new engines were purchased and placed in service. Staffing changes in 2007 included the appointment of eight new firefighters, six promotions, and three retirements. The accomplishments in this report are due to the dedication and commitment of the men and women of the Shoreline Fire Department. Your commitment, hard work and continued support of community volunteer projects are sincerely appreciated. We gratefully thank the citizens of Shoreline for their continued trust and support. The trust and confidence you have placed in this Department is what has made us the outstanding professional organization we are today. The men and women of the Shoreline Fire Department are committed to providing the community we serve with the best possible protection of life and property. As we look forward to the coming year, we will continue to enhance and maintain our level of service to the citizens we serve. Sincerely,

Jon Kennison Chair Board of Fire Commissioners

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“Its our great people and their professional

abilities that make a tremendous impact

on people each and every day.”

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THE Mission OF SHORELINE FIRE DEPARTMENT:

The Shoreline Fire Department makes the community safer by protecting lives and property and caring for the needs of the people we serve. We work to the best of our ability to efficiently and effectively mitigate fire and life safety crises and assist in other situations to meet our customers’ urgent needs. We provide education, training, and assistance to our customers to make the Shoreline community a safe place to be. We accomplish our mission by providing: Fire suppression services Emergency medical services Fire prevention services Special operations services Disaster preparedness and response Community education and outreach Programs to ensure our personnel are safe and prepared to respond

We aspire to provide a prompt, professional, and positive experience to all we serve.


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E m p l o y e e R o s t e r

(109 full-time staff members as of December 31, 2007)

MARCUS KRAGNESS, Fire Chief

DAVID JONES, Deputy Chief of Operations

RON ZSIGMONDOVICS, Deputy Chief of Support Services

JOYCE BROWN, Administrative Director

MICHAEL HENDERSON, Director of Information and Technology Services

BOUPHA SIHARATH, Assistant Administrative Director

STACI ENGLER, Administrative Assistant, Payroll and Personnel

RACHEL GARLINI, Administrative Assistant, Training

SYLVIA FOREHAND, Receptionist

MARK BUNJE, Fire Marshal

TODD MALO, Deputy Fire Marshal

RONALD BURDEN, Inspector III

GREGORY HEWETT, Inspector I

MELANIE GRANFORS, Public Information Officer

JACK FULLER, Maintenance Supervisor

TERRY BURKE, Mechanic

PETER THORNLEY, Facilities Maintenance

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Battalion Chiefs

RICHARD ASHLEMAN

TIMOTHY DAHL

MICHAEL RYAN

RICHARD RATHVON

STEVEN TAYLOR

Captains

EDWARD BARNES

KEITH KREIGER

JOHN PALMER

BRUCE RICE

lieutenants

DAVID BAKER

ROD BUSH

MARK FOSTER

BRYAN GIBB

ANDREW HOLSTAD

DOUGLAS LOCKEN

ERNEST RODRIGUEZ

RICHARD WHITE

MEDICAL SERVICES OFFICERS

JAY FISCHER

JOHN NANKERVIS

RICHARD STAPF, JR.

KATHERINE ZIMOV

A - B - C - D PLATOON SHIFTS

FIREFIGHTERS

STEPHEN ANDERSON

NATHANIEL BESS

BRYAN BRASWELL

CHRISTOPHER CARL

SCOTT CIRAULO

TROY CROSSLEY

JOHN DAVIS

GABRIEL DEBAY

CAMERON EICKELMANN

DAVID ENGLER

RODNEY HARRINGTON

ROBERT HEIB

KERRY HORNER

EDWARD HORSTMAN

JASON HOWTON

TODD JOHNSTON

JAN JONKER

DEREK LAFONTAINE

ANDREW LEITH

JARED LINKE

DOUG LOESER

MICHAEL MAJEED

MICHAEL MERRICK

ANDREW MCBRIDE

ROBERT MCMURRAY

HEATH MILLER

ERIC MONROE

ANDREW MOREHOUSE

JOHN MOUNSEY, JR

DARREL NAHINU

ANDRES ORAMS

MICHELLE PIDDUCK

TRAVIS PITTS

REBEKAH POMEROY

ANDREW SAWYER

JEFFREY SHELMAN

CAMERON STEWART

DEVON WESENBERG

JACOB YAKE

ERIC ZENDER

FF/PARAMEDICS

ERIC ADMAN

GARY ALLENDER

SABINE ARNOLD

DAVID BOGE

LEE BOVEE

TRACY CLINCH

MICHAEL COOLIDGE

NATHAN DOWNEY

BRIAN EATON

KRISTINA HOLDEN

ERIK JOHNSEN

STROJAN KENNISON

SCOTT KIM

ROBERT LIVINGSTON

CRAIG OVERFIELD

MARK PETERSON

PETER PETERSON

AARON POMPEO

STEPHEN RICHARDSON

RICHARD SEWELL

DONALD WARNER

RUSSELL WHITE

SHAWN WHITE

ROBERT WIRKKALA

TODD WOLLUM

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NEW PERSONNEL

CAMERON EICKELMANN, Firefighter

ED HORSTMAN, Firefighter

HEATH MILLER, Firefighter

JARED LINKE, Firefighter

DOUG LOESER, Firefighter

TODD WOLLUM, Firefighter / Paramedic

ANDRES ORAMS, Firefighter

RON ZSIGMONDOVICS, Deputy Chief

PROMOTIONS

RONALD BURDEN, Inspector III

RICHARD ASHLEMAN, Interim Deputy Chief

CRAIG OVERFIELD, Paramedic Certification

MARK PETERSON, Paramedic Certification

AARON POMPEO, Paramedic Certification TODD WOLLUM, Paramedic Certification

RETIRED PERSONNEL

BARENT WINANT, Firefighter/Paramedic, 25 Years of Service

JAMES BATDORF, Deputy Chief, 38 Years of Service

GORDON POMEROY, Firefighter/Paramedic, 27 Years of Service

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Organizational Flow Chart

Board of Fire Commissioners

Battalion Chief

Training Division

Facilities Supervisor

Mechanic

Facilities Maintenance

Fire Chief

IT Services

Deputy Chief

of Emergency Services

Firefighter/ Paramedics

Battalion Chief

Administrative Assistant

Payroll / Personnel

Assistant

Administrative Director

Accounting / Benefits

Receptionist


Executive Assistant


Training

A SHIFT

Firefighters

Lieutenants


Firefighters

Lieutenants

Captain

Medical Service Officer

Battalion Chief

Captain

B SHIFT


Firefighters

Lieutenants


Battalion Chief

Captain

C SHIFT




Firefighters

Lieutenants

Battalion Chief

Captain

D SHIFT

Lieutenants

Captain

Public Information -

Community Education

Deputy Fire Marshal

Fire Inspectors

Fire Marshal

Deputy Chief

of Support Services Administrative Director

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EMERGENCY Response standards and statistics

Reporting Summary

Passed by the Washington Legislature in 2005, Substitute House Bill 1756 (SHB1756) requires substantially career fire districts in the State of Washington to set standards for reporting and accountability and to specify performance measures applicable to response time objectives for certain major and critical services. These standards and statistics are to be published in an annual report and made available to the public. Each fire district is responsible for determining and establishing the standards applicable to their department for the organization and deployment of fire suppression operations, emergency medical operations, and special operations. Deployment delivery and response time objectives will be evaluated on an annual basis with the results of which will be issued in an annual written report. The annual report will define the geographic areas and circumstances in which the requirements of set standards are not being met. Furthermore, the annual report will explain predictable consequences of deficiencies and address the steps that are necessary to achieve compliance in the future.

National Response Standards

SHB1756 is derived from, and is a modified version of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 1710: Standards for the Deployment of Fire Suppression Operations, Emergency Medical Operations, and Special Operations to the Public by Career Departments. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) publishes Standard 1710 that addresses recommended national standards for fire department staffing and response times. Unfortunately, there are few fire departments in the nation, including Shoreline Fire Department, who have the fiscal resources to achieve this published standard. Shoreline Fire Department’s adopted standards represent a reasonable balance of goals as dictated by economic, geographical, and political limitations yet still represent a high level of service in accomplishing our mission.

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Summary of Shoreline Fire Department’s Functional Structure Shoreline Fire Department maintains an organizational chain of command with specific functional divisions to support its operations. The expected number of positions utilized to perform in each division or rank is listed in parenthesis within the chart below.

Functional Divisions and Number of Positions

Board of Fire Commissioners (3)

Facilities and Vehicle Maintenance (3)

Public Education (1)

Firefighter (40)

Fire Chief (1)

Information-Technology Services (1)

Lieutenant (8)

Medical Services Officer (4)

Firefighter-Paramedic (25)

Battalion Chief (5) Fire Prevention (4)

Captain (5)

Administrative Support (5)

Deputy Chief of Support Services (1)

Deputy Chief of Emergency Services (1) Administrative Director (1)

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“I wanted you to know how much their warm-hearted

demeanor means to those that they see through the

worst point of a painful experience, and I wanted you

to know how ably they carried out their mission. . . .

I will remember them the rest of my life.”

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2007 EMS Responses and Transports: Basic Life Support Transports (Includes transports only within the District) Fire Department Aid Unit Private Ambulance Private Automobile Other Total: Advanced Life Support Transports (Includes all transports by Medic One Units)

Shoreline Medic Units Mutual Aid Medic Units Airlift Northwest/Helicopter Total:

Incident Type Fire

Rupture / Explosion

Emergency Medical Response / Rescue

Hazardous Condition

Service Call

Good Intent

False Call

Severe Weather

Other

Total Calls

Incident Count

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Average Response Time

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2007 Incident Type Summary

Incidents from 01/01/2007 through 12/31/2007

Incident Count

1,395 1,559

206 42

3,202

1,903 45

1 1,949

Shoreline Fire Department completed the 2007 year with a total of 9,261 responses including fire, emergency medical, and technical rescue responses. Our call volume is supported by strategically located fire stations, apparatus equipped for multiple uses, and the utilization of cross-trained personnel. Each fire station is staffed with personnel who are on duty 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

2007 Emergency Response summary

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10-Year Statistical Comparison


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Fire Suppression 1463 1349 1291 1690 1449 1634 1757 1709 1639 1419

EMS / Aid 4591 4756 4972 4918 5057 7075 6903 6964 7781 7842

Total Calls 6054 6105 6263 6608 6506 8709 8660 8673 9420 9261

% Change (per year) 1.97% 0.84% 2.59% 5.51% -1.54% 33.86% -0.56% 0.15% 8.61% -1.69%

(2003 - 2007 EMS calls include Medic 47)

% Change over 10-Year Period:

52.97%

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Standard Obtained

Avg. Response Time (in minutes)

% of Calls at Avg. Response Time

Fire Suppression Incidents:

Response / Arrival Time Standard 90.00% 05:00 83.60%

2007 Actual Response / Arrival Time 03:26


FIRE SUPPRESSION SUMMARY

Shoreline Fire Department’s emergency crews are staffed by fulltime career Firefighters. All uniformed Emergency personnel are certified Firefighters and are represented by the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local 1760. All Shoreline Firefighters have received a minimum of Firefighter I and EMT certification. They are required to complete ongoing mandated training and participate in practice drills, training events, and disaster preparedness. The ability to utilize fire service resources from anywhere in the state is managed through emergency operations centers (EOC’s) at local, county, and state levels. While Shoreline Fire Department primarily provides service to our local community, we also make available our resources for special cases to other fire departments in King County, and in some circumstances, it may be provided for state and federal incidences. Shoreline Fire Department provides additional services at local, state, and national levels. Our headquarters facility is designated as the City EOC for emergency operations requiring local, county, state, or national coordination. We work closely with the City of Shoreline and other local agencies to coordinate disaster planning and response. Shoreline Fire Department also utilizes mutual aid agreements with neighboring fire departments to supplement crew strength on large structure fires and/or large-scale medical events with multiple patients. Reciprocal mutual aid provided by other departments is beneficial in situations covering routine calls when Shoreline Fire resources are actively involved on assigned calls.

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Type of Fire Incident Private Dwellings

Apartments

Hotels and Motels

Public Assemblies

Schools and Colleges

Health Care and Penal Institutions

Stores and Offices

Industries, Utilities, and Defense

Storage Facilities

Other Structures

Vehicle Fires on Highway

Other Vehicle Fires

Outside of Structures

Brush, Grass, Wildland

Rubbish

All Other Fires

Total Fires:

Number of Fires

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Deaths (civilian)

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2007 Structure and Other Fires


(Does not include mutual-aid responses.)

Injuries (civilian)

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FIRE SUPPRESSION RESPONSE STANDARDS AND STATISTICS

Because of the nature of structure fires, fire suppression response objectives and standards directly correlate with fire growth stages and their predicted outcomes. All structure fires follow the same stages of growth, regardless of the speed of growth or the length of the burn. These stages are marked by critical points in time during a structure fire event. One objective of Shoreline Fire Department is to respond quickly and place enough firefighters on the scene to safely attack a fire before flashover occurs, a critical and significant stage of fire growth which creates a more difficult situation and requires more resources to control and extinguish the fire. When we can attack a structure fire before flashover occurs, we have a better chance to save lives, extinguish and/or control the fire quickly and more safely, and are more likely to contain the fire in the room of origin. Fire Suppression Turnout Time

Shoreline Fire Department’s standard turnout time is 90-seconds, 90% of the time for fire suppression incidents. In 2007, Shoreline Fire Department achieved the set standard 14.60% of the time. Shoreline Fire Department’s turnout time was 195-seconds, 90% of the time. Fire Suppression Response/Arrival Time - First Fire Engine Company

Shoreline Fire Department’s standard response and travel time for the first-fire engine company to arrive at a fire suppression incident is 5-minutes, 90% of the time. In 2007, Shoreline Fire Department achieved the set standard 83.60% of the time. Shoreline Fire Department’s First Fire Engine response and arrival time for a fire suppression incident was 5-minutes and 29-seconds, 90% of the time. Fire Suppression Response/Arrival Time - First Full-Alarm Assignment

Shoreline Fire Department’s standard response and arrival time for the first full-alarm assignment to arrive at a fire suppression incident is 12-minutes, 90% of the time. In 2007, Shoreline Fire Department achieved the set standard 73.00% of the time. Shoreline Fire Department’s response and arrival time for a First Full-Alarm Assignment was 14-minutes and 33-seconds, 90% of the time.

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Emergency Medical services SUMMARY

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Emergency Medical Services is dedicated to increasing survival and reducing pain and disability from out-of-hospital emergencies. Emergency medical services make up the largest number of our 911-responses. In 2007, emergency medical-related calls represented approximately 85% of our total call volume. Shoreline Fire Department provides two levels of medical care: Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support. Firefighter/EMT’s (Emergency Medical Technicians) and Firefighter/Paramedics provide a total team approach and provide distinct yet complimentary care. Basic Life Support (BLS) is the first tier of response and is provided by our Firefighter/EMT’s who staff our Fire Suppression and Aid vehicles. EMT’s are able to provide initial evaluation, determine the required level of care, treat and transport non-life threatening conditions, and provide CPR and defibrillation when necessary. Advanced Life Support (ALS) is the second tier of response when the condition is more urgent or complex and to manage life-threatening emergencies. Our ALS response is provided by Firefighter/Paramedics who primarily staff our Medic Units.

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King County MEDIC ONE Program

Shoreline Fire Department is proud to belong to the King County Medic One Program. Shoreline has participated in this paramedic program since 1977, just seven years after one of the first programs in the nation was started by two doctors in Seattle. Shoreline Fire initially selected six individuals to start the pilot program in our district. Today we employ twenty-nine fulltime Firefighter/Paramedics who provide professional 24-hour advanced life support services in our community. Since the 1970’s when this program was first initiated, we have consistently given our support and commitment to this program. The King County Medic One Program maintains one of the highest survival rates from sudden death (cardiac arrest) in the world. The Medic One programs in King County are: South King County Medic One Seattle Fire Medic One Redmond Medic One Vashon Medic One Bellevue Fire Medic One Shoreline Fire Medic One Through mutual aid and first-response agreements, these five Medic One programs cover all of King County. Shoreline Medic One’s Firefighter/Paramedics staff three full-time medic units serving Shoreline, Northshore, Lake Forest Park, and Bothell. As part of this program, all Shoreline Fire Department paramedics are trained through the University of Washington School of Medicine at Harborview Medical Center. In addition to the 10-month intensive training program and comprehensive testing, paramedics must continually maintain training experience to remain certified and must re-certify every two years.

King County Proposition #1: 2007 King County MEDIC ONE Levy

The nationally-acclaimed Medic One system was approved from the November 6th General Election Ballot to be fully funded under a new six-year levy. The new levy replaces a 6-year tax expiring this year. The new levy will start in 2008 at 60-cents per $1,000 of assessed valuation and is expected to raise an estimated $623 million dollars during the six-year period. In addition to maintaining current emergency medical services, the levy forecasts paramedic needs in the next six years and provides a contingency fund to respond quickly in disaster situations. Funding from the levy includes full support for paramedic services with a portion for emergency medical Technicians (EMT’s). The remainder of funding for these services is provided by local fire departments. The levy also supports training and continuing education. The 6-year levy will help ensure that we maintain the world-renowned quality and efficiency that Medic One is proud to provide.

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“ I firmly believe the quick actions of the emergency crew

were instrumental in my subsequent treatment and

recovery. My heartfelt thanks go to your crew for their

expert assistance in my time of need.”

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EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONSE STANDARDS AND STATISTICS

Outcome measures in emergency medical incidents have critical time markers and the window of opportunity for a successful outcome may be short such as in incidents involving cardiac arrest. Early notification, distribution, and concentration of emergency medical services are paramount to achieving positive outcomes. Conditions, such as heart attacks, strokes, and other life-threatening trauma also have time-dependent outcomes that are monitored in the Department’s quality assurance programs. Shoreline Fire Department follows the standard benchmark travel times that both the American Heart Association and NFPA 1710 have established: 4-minutes for a Basic Life Support with AED capability, and 8-minutes to assemble 2 paramedics on the scene. Shoreline Fire Department also provides Public Access Defibrillation and CPR education to augment resuscitation services to the community. Emergency Medical Services Turnout Time

Shoreline Fire Department’s standard turnout time is 60-seconds, 90% of the time for emergency medical incidents. In 2007, Shoreline Fire Department achieved the set standard 10.60% of the time. Shoreline Fire Department’s turnout time for emergency medical incidents was 157-seconds, 90% of the time. Emergency Medical Services Response/Arrival Time - Basic Life Support

Shoreline Fire Department’s standard response and arrival time for a first-responder Basic Life Support unit or higher-level capability to arrive at a emergency medical incident is 5-minutes, 90% of the time. In 2007, Shoreline Fire Department achieved the set standard 90.10% of the time. Shoreline Fire Department’s response and arrival time for basic life support incidents was 4-minutes and 59-seconds, 90% of the time. Emergency Medical Services Response/Arrival Time - Advanced Life Support

Shoreline Fire Department’s standard response and arrival time for the first Advanced Life Support medic unit to arrive at an emergency medical incident is 10-minutes, 90% of the time. In 2007, Shoreline Fire Department achieved the set standard 98.00% of the time. Shoreline Fire Department’s response and arrival time for the first advanced life support medic to arrive at an emergency medical incident was 6-minutes and 52-seconds, 90% of the time.

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Hazardous Materials Shoreline Fire Department emergency personnel are trained to operations-level response for hazardous materials incidents. Technician-level mutual aid response is provided by the Seattle Fire Department’s Hazardous Materials Response Team. Technical Rescue Team (TRT) Shoreline Fire Department’s dedicated Technical Operations Team provides technician-level response for rope rescue, trench rescue, and confined space rescue. Some members are also trained in structural collapse, machine and building collapse, water rescue, and earthquake mitigation. The Technical Rescue Team provides specialized emergency rescue operations for incidents that occur infrequently, but yet represent an additional challenge and dangerous component to the Firefighter’s job. Team members also pass down their expertise and provide additional training to their co-workers; all emergency personnel are trained to operations-level response to technical rescue incidents. Our Technical Rescue Team is a specially-trained 25-member team made up of personnel from various ranks within the Department who have previously completed approximately 180 hours of training. Members of the team must remain ‘certified’ in various technical rescue dimensions and must complete mandatory annual refresher courses. Some members of Shoreline Fire Department’s Technical Rescue Team are also trained as mem-bers of FEMA’s regional USAR teams that respond to national disasters. These teams have responded to several high-profile incidents around the country including the Oklahoma City bombing, the first World Trade Center Bombing, the 9/11 clean-up in New York, and hurricanes Rita and Katrina. The experience these members have gained participating in real events and in-the-field has helped our Department prepare and plan for similar types of disaster events such as earthquakes, flooding, landslides that could occur in the Shoreline area and require specialized training.

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Operations-Level Hazardous Materials Response/Arrival Time Shoreline Fire Department’s standard response and arrival time to arrive at a hazardous materials incident with a fire engine company is 5-minutes, 90% of the time. In 2007, Shoreline Fire Department achieved the set standard 66.70% of the time. Shoreline Fire Department’s response and arrival time to a hazardous materials incident with a fire engine com-pany was 5-minutes and 24-seconds, 90% of the time. (The predicted response time for Seattle Fire Department’s Hazardous Materials response Team to arrive at a hazardous incident in our regular response area is 30-minutes.)

Technical Rescue Personnel and Equipment Response/Arrival Time Shoreline Fire Department’s standard response and arrival time to arrive at a technical rescue incident is 5-minutes, 90% of the time. In 2007, Shoreline Fire Department achieved the set standard 100.00% of the time. Shoreline Fire Department’s response and arrival time to a technical rescue incident was 2-minutes and 9-seconds, 90% of the time. (Shoreline Fire Department’s standard response and travel time to a mutual aid technical rescue incident with a total of 6 rescue technicians is 20-minutes.)

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EMERGENCY RESPONSE STANDARDS AND STATISTICS:

PREDICTABLE OUTCOMES AND AREAS OF DEFICIENCY

Limited Funding and Resources While the population served by Shoreline Fire Department has stayed relatively constant over the last three years, new construction continued to increase in 2007, which provided additional revenue. However, these increases have not kept up with inflation. The major fiscal impacts that the Department has incurred over the last year have continued to include increased fuel and utility costs, increased healthcare insurance premiums, replacement of fire department apparatus, and the preservation of sufficient funds for heavy maintenance of facilities. Ultimately, it is the citizens that set the level of risk and service associated with increased emergency response times through approved funding. Shoreline Fire Department will continue to engage the public to communicate the correlation between funding and resources in relationship to the level of service that can be expected. Transportation Limitations Traffic density and congestion, road construction, traffic calming devices, and road design may, in some places, create factors outside the Department’s control that adversely impact emergency response times. Increased Demand for Resources and Services Increased demand for Department resources and services without a corresponding proportional increase in staffing will cause response times to increase. EMERGENCY RESPONSE STANDARDS AND STATISTICS:

PLAN OF ACTION TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE

Planning for and Support of Response Objectives Shoreline Fire Department will continue to evaluate response data to determine if relocating resources or other organizational changes may improve our ability to accomplish our response standards. Shoreline Fire Department will also develop a plan to address career staffing and budgetary support in alignment with our objectives. Correct Faulty Data A preliminary review of system-produced data suggests that some reported dispatch times are not accurate. It appears that there is an additional 20 or more seconds built into some turnout times. The accuracy of data we create and receive will be further evaluated to identify the cause and extent of this issue and to further identify a solution.

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Improve Dispatching Servicing and Placement of Responders At this time, Shoreline Fire Department maintains very limited control over the dispatching component of the services we provide whereas dispatch functions are provided by the City of Bellevue Police Department under a service contract. Alternatively, Shoreline Fire Department is a partner with a group that is working toward establishing a regional dispatch system that will allow for mutual and inclusive dispatch center governance. We anticipate that this new arrangement will improve our ability to collect and analyze pertinent data. This new regional agency, NORCOM, is expected to become operational in July of 2009. Shoreline Fire Department is also looking at an Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL) system that would allow dispatch computers to track emergency vehicle locations at all times and dispatch the closest units to respond. Mobile Data Terminals (MDT) have the potential to more accurately and efficiently register apparatus status. The current system utilized by our dispatch provider has had numerous issues to work through. We will reevaluate the viability of any new programs after NORCOM is fully functional. Implement New Technological Systems Shoreline Fire Department is also implementing and considering additional technology solutions that would improve the quality of our data and ensure the most effective use of our resources. The Department is in the process of implementing a Geographical Information System (GIS) software solution. Through the use of GIS, we expect to more accurately identify areas of deficiency. While we currently use an analog alerting system, which often takes 90 seconds to notify crews of an emergency response, we are in the process of converting to digital paging system in the fire stations. We predict this conversion will decrease turn-out times by up to 40- seconds on full responses. Mitigate Long-Term and Ongoing Transportation Projects Traffic Installations Transportation infra-structure improvements negatively impacted travel times for our emergency responders. In 2007, the City of Shoreline continued work on large –scale and prolonged infrastructure and improvement projects along the Aurora corridor. This resulted in traffic congestion on both primary and secondary routes, and especially during main commuting hours, that resulted in extended response times. In addition, the City of Shoreline installed traffic calming devices such as speed bumps, traffic circles, etc. to improve the safety in some neighborhoods but that unfortunately also have the consequence of slowing emergency vehicles down as they are en route to a call. Shoreline Fire Department continues to work with the City of Shoreline to minimize the effects of roadway construction and traffic installations.

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TRAINING DIVISION SUMMARY

Shoreline Fire Department’s Training Division is tasked with supporting the federal and state requirements that mandate ongoing training in order to maintain and update knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as learn new topics and skills based on emerging needs and issues affecting Firefighters. Required training for public safety personnel covers a wide-range of topics including structural firefighting, emergency medical training, technical rescue, hazardous materials, and mass-casualty incidents. 2007 proved to be another busy year for the Training Division. Perhaps the greatest challenge was the transitional restructuring of staffing and duties to establish an independent Training Division after separating from the Northlake Training Consortium. We expect that this reorganization will better meet the overall goals of the Department. The restructuring of the Training Division also created new job assignments. In addition to an assigned Battalion Chief and Administrative Assistant, the Training Division will be staffed with two Captains beginning in 2008. Together, this group will continue to handle all of the day-to-day functions of the Training Division - to coordinate, organize, and facilitate training and maintain training records for all operations personnel. The additional personnel and focus on training will be a great benefit for our training needs in the years to come. The main emphasis for training in 2007 was to focus on training issues such as rescue techniques for down or injured firefighters and learning new fire attack concepts that more efficiently extinguish fires while also keeping our crews safer. We provided multiple opportunities for our crews to practice their firefighting skills in live fire scenarios at the State Fire Academy as well as acquired structures in the areas used for training burns.

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Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) 2007 was the first full year that Shoreline Fire Department operated under the JATC program. All employees are now enrolled with the Washington State Department of Labor in the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee program for Firefighters. The JATC program provides a solid training and apprenticeship plan over the first few years of a Firefighter’s career. The Department’s participation with this program is officiated and monitored by the JATC program committee based on State guidelines. Records Management System At the beginning of 2007, the Training Division implemented a new records management system designed to accurately document training topics, completed training, and hours involved in training. Recruit Academy In 2007, Shoreline Fire Department participated with Northshore and Bothell Fire Departments to provide a 14-week Recruit Academy. Eleven new Firefighter recruits completed and graduated from the class. They are now working at departments around King County including Bothell, Edmonds, and Shoreline Fire Departments. Multi-Agency Mass-Casualty Train Derailment Disaster Exercise Shoreline Fire Department successfully participated in a large-scale drill simulating a train derailment incident. Many regional agencies cooperatively participated in this training exercise that tested the ability of our agencies to respond and manage a disaster event. Multi-Company Operations at North Bend Shoreline Fire Department sent all crews to the State Fire Academy in North Bend for Multi-Company Operations (MCO) live fire training in 2007. This training gives personnel the opportunity to work with live fire situations in a safe, controlled atmosphere. Firefighters practice applying water in multiple attack modes, advancing hose lines up and down stairwells, and using ventilation practices in conjunction with fire attack. Firefighting crews from throughout the region participate in MCO training.

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Quarterly Training:

SCBA donning and emergency procedures training

Quarterly defibrillation and EMS training

Technical rescue awareness training

Multi-company/multi-agency drills

Fire Prevention training

Hose and ladder drills

Quarterly Chief Officer training

Technical Rescue Technician refresher training (confined space, trench, and rope rescues)

Other Training and Drills:

Crime Scene Preservation training with King County Medical Examiners and King County Police Major Crimes

Multi-Company Operations at North Bend

King County EMS ROC Study training and implementation

Wildland / Urban Interface Review

Marina Training with Edmonds Fire Department

Hybrid Auto Extrication Class

Water Rescue Refresher Training

Thermal Balance Firefighter Training

Multi-Agency mass-casualty Train Derailment disaster exercise

Regional Activities:

Hosted Zone One Rescue Systems I class

Participated in King County Fire Training Officers Association (KCFTOA)

Hosted KCFTOA Officer Development Academy classes

Participated in Zone One Training Officers

Annual Physical Fitness, Health, and Wellness Delivery:

Audiology testing

TB testing

Flu vaccinations

Mask fit testing

National Firefighter “Stand-down for Safety”

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Shoreline Fire Department Graduates:

CAMERON EICKELMANN, EDWARD HORSTMAN, HEATH MILLER, JARED LINKE, AND DOUG LOESER

DAVE VANVALKENBURG, Battalion Chief, Drill Master TRAVIS PITTS, Lieutenant Instructor

MICHAEL LOUTSIS, Lieutenant Instructor MICHAEL DEPTUCH, Lieutenant Instructor

JUNE 1, 2007

Sponsored by Shoreline Fire Department, Northshore Fire Department, and Bothell Fire and EMS

Recruit Academy: Class of 2007-1

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FIRE PREVENTION SUMMARY

Fire Prevention is committed to preventing fires and improving life safety in our community. Fire Prevention and Community Education are responsible for community outreach - to communicate and interact with the public in diverse ways to accomplish public safety through prevention, education, and awareness. Under the direction of the Fire Marshal, our Fire Inspectors and Public Information Officer (PIO) carry out these daily responsibilities within our community. Fire Prevention conducts building inspections, building plans review, fire code compliance, alarm system inspections, commercial sprinkler system inspections, occupancy inspections, and other related activities for both State and County compliance. Fire Prevention also actively works with the City to promote public safety and make recommendations about the planning and permitting processes that affect our community. In cases of fire incidents, our inspectors are specially trained to investigate fires and determine cause and often collaborate with the King County Fire Investigation Unit which lends added expertise in circumstances involving arson and criminal intent. In 2007, Fire Prevention was tasked with updating to new International Fire Codes. Also during the year, the division implemented a new system called Codepal. This system allows personnel to track fire codes, district occupancies, and allows our inspectors to do much of their daily inspection work in the field. At the end of the year, Fire Prevention began to prepare for hiring an additional person to fill the newly-created position of Administrative Assistant - Fire Prevention. It is expected that we will hire for this position in the beginning of 2008.

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Public information And Community education

The primary focus of Community Education is to promote fire and life safety by reducing unintentional injuries and the loss of life and property from fire, accidents, and natural disasters by increasing public awareness in these areas. Our PIO interfaces the community to provide information and education, develop outreach programs, and works with news and media. To accomplish our goals, we organize, schedule, and conduct a range of programs for people of diverse age groups and cultural backgrounds.

Monthly CPR Classes Safety Helmet Program Smoke Detector Program Fall Prevention Program (for senior citizens) “Think Again” Teen Driving Presentations Safe-Sitter Classes

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Safe Sitter Classes In 2007, our education specialist provided Shoreline Fire’s first series of Safe Sitter courses for girls and boys age 11 to 14. Safe Sitter is a nationally recognized program that teaches young people the basics of first aid, CPR, relieving choking, and behavior management. It includes some basic business skills and best practices for taking care of young children. Thirty-two Shoreline students took the 24-hour class. Now they are providing quality, safe, and professional babysitting to their friends and neighbors.

FIRELINE Newsletter Since 2006, we have continued to publish the FIRELINE newsletter. The newsletter is sent out to all Shoreline residents twice a year. The purpose of the newsletter is to help educate the public about their fire department, the services we offer, upcoming events, and other fire and life safety issues. Our goal is to maintain ongoing communication with our public and we continue to strive to improve the ways in which we deliver important information to the community we serve. Shoreline Safety Center After its grand re-opening in 2006, the Safety Center at the old Station 62 at 1851 NW 195th Street continues to educate young children in our community about fire and life safety. Designed for Shoreline children ages 3 through 5, the Safety Center features stories, videos, and hands-on activities where children learn about critical fire and life safety situations while having fun. The center also features a vintage fire engine, a mini fire pole, and child-size bunker gear to try on. The Safety Center has been a tremendous success with young children. Preschool, play groups, Shoreline Headstart, Shoreline Children’s Center, and numerous other groups have visited the center since it opened. The Safety Center is open by appointment for visits for Shoreline children’s groups.

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National Fire Prevention Week Shoreline Fire Department participated with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) during National Fire Prevention Week (October 2007) to remind local residents to “Practice Your Escape Plan”. During this year’s fire safety campaign, firefighters and safety advocates spread the word about the dangers of home fires and teaching residents how to plan and practice escape from a home in case a fire occurs.

“Have Lunch With Us” Open House Shoreline Fire Department hosted an open house during National Fire Prevention Week at two of our stations. Citizens were invited to have lunch with us, meet firefighters and personnel, and tour the stations and apparatus. Fire personnel provided information about home fire prevention, emergency preparedness, and family safety. The Shoreline Firefighter’s Association barbequed hotdogs for lunch while the Shoreline International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local 1760 served-up ice cream floats.

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Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) (Sponsored by the City of Shoreline and Shoreline Fire Department) In 2007, several more Shoreline citizens were trained in the Community Response Team (CERT) program. More than 200 members of our community have now been CERT trained since this program began. CERT programs across the country provide a higher level of preparedness to neighborhoods and communities by training citizens to assist first responders during certain times of need. The overall goal of the CERT program is to prepare citizens to help their neighbors when the Fire and Police Departments may be overwhelmed during a disaster situation. Some of the skills that citizens learn and practice in this program include the basics of fire suppression, first aid, search and rescue, disaster psychology, and other aspects of disaster response operations in a crisis situation. The City of Shoreline registers CERT volunteers as State Disaster Workers upon successful completion of the class. These volunteers may be called upon by the City’s Emergency Management Team to assist with shelter operations, public information, vulnerable population outreach, and other duties during a regional crisis.

Chaplain Program In relationship with the King County Sheriff’s Chaplaincy Program, Shoreline Fire Department re-established a new Chaplain Program in order to provide 24-7 chaplaincy coverage and to offer counseling for citizens and personnel involved in traumatic incidents. The purpose of this program is to provide continuing follow-through care at certain types of incidents. The Chaplains are available to provide support to citizens and personnel when needed in the form of critical incident stress debriefing, call debriefing, and ongoing training in dealing with stress and tragedy related to fire and emergency medical responses. The Chaplains provide a non-denominational, supportive and diverse service that focuses on trauma intervention and grief counseling. The King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) Chaplain Coordinator recruits, trains, manages, and provides support for the team of Chaplains who respond the Shoreline Fire Department calls.

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ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPPORT DIVISION SUMMARY

The Administrative Division is made up of a management team that directs and guides the day-to-day business activities of the Department and the personnel who provide support for administrative and departmental business functions. The primary goals of the administration are to achieve organizational purpose, manage sources of revenue, plan for longevity and maintenance of resources, and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders as agents of public resources. The Administrative Division manages financial planning and activity, long-range department planning, and direction to comply with federal, state, and local requirements. This division also manages and supports accounting, payroll, and human resources functions. One of the primary objectives of all Administrative and Support personnel is to manage and provide responsible stewardship of tax-payer monies and Department resources. The Administrative Division provides a comprehensive range of services to support the objectives of Shoreline Fire Department and to support the needs of our citizens. We work hard to gain the trust of our community and have earned respect as an organization with a reputation for providing conservative fiscal management and planning. The financial reporting of Shoreline Fire Department is oriented toward the needs of citizens as stakeholders and end-users of financial information. For this reason, our financial reporting emphasizes accountability for resources entrusted to the government. Acting as stewards, it is our responsibility to provide accountability by providing relevant and reliable information relating to resources under our control. Accountability information supports decision-making and also fulfills the citizenry’s right to know how public resources have been spent. The financial accounts of Shoreline Fire Department are organized on the basis of funds, each of which is considered a separate accounting entity. Each fund is accounted for with a separate set of single-entry accounts that comprise its cash, investments, revenues, and expenditures as appropriate. Resources are allocated to and accounted for through individual funds depending on their intended purpose. With a conservative and fiscally responsible approach, the Department continues to explore and identify cost-saving measures, shared services, streamlined processes, and other ways in which we can control expenses and ensure the Department is managed in a cost-effective and efficient manner.

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In 2007, the administration completed the following projects:

Permanently filled open Deputy Chief position

Hired 6 Firefighters

Retired 3 personnel

Implemented budget software

Implemented automated purchase order system

Completed Annual State Audit with no findings

Conducted FF/Paramedic Promotional List process

Completed fiscal year 2007 within budget

Prepared 2008 Annual Budget

Continued to work through Strategic Plan goals

“Shoreline Fire Department greatly appreciates the

support our voters have given us. We will continue to

strive to make wise decisions and provide responsible

stewardship for the hardworking people who pay for

our services.”

2007 Washington State Auditor’s Report:

Shoreline Fire Department is audited each year for the previous fiscal calendar year by the Washington State Auditor’s Office. The report is issued on the accountability of public resources, compliance with state laws and regulations, and compliance with our own policies and procedures. In addition, the Department’s financial statements are also audited. Shoreline Fire Department prepares financial statements on an accounting basis that demonstrates compliance with Washington State statutes and the Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting System (BARS) manual prescribed by the State Auditor.

In September of 2007 the Washington State Auditor’s Office conducted an independent accountability audit and completed an audit of our financial statements for the period of January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006 and found that Shoreline Fire Department complied with its own policies and with state laws and regulations. The results of audit tests disclosed no instances of non-compliance or other matters that are required to be reported under general Government Auditing Standards.

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Three Year Budget Comparison

REVENUE 2005 2006 2007 2007 Actual Difference

Property Taxes 7,635.004 8,955,344 9,159,448 9,164,370 4,922

Advanced Life Support 3,768,859 3,809,003 3,929,436 3,832,779 (96,657)

Basic Life Support 372,673 376,181 714,150 348,584 (365,566)

Other Contracts, Awards, Donations 488,110 527,135 636,856 691,291 54,435

Investment Interest 40,000 40,600 87,080 166,863 79,783

Total Revenue 12,304,646 13,708,263 14,526,970 14,203,888 (323,082)

EXPENDITURES 2005 2006 2007 2007 Actual Difference

Administration 1,027,670 1,128,224 1,210,262 971,675 (238,587)

Fire Suppression 5,489,108 5,678,027 6,428,804 6,362,093 (66,711)

Operations Training 254,359 299,723 431,792 386,789 (45,003)

Basic Life Support 57,253, 53,400 81,875 65,628 (16,247)

Advanced Life Support 3,755,260 3,809,003 4,263,530 3,985,821 (277,709)

Fire Prevention and Public Education 533,801 574,272 597,469 586,843 (10,626)

Facilities, Fleet, and Vehicle Maintenance 726,151 816,855 994,550 927,534 (67,016)

Capital Purchases 64,500 431,696 699,300 1,050,141 350,841

Total Expenditures 11,908,102 12,791,200 14,707,582 14,336,524 (371,058)


2007 Budget Comparison and Actual Operating Totals

Shoreline Fire Department operations are primarily funded through the collection and distribution of property taxes. The certified assessed valuation of all taxable property situated within the boundaries of the Shoreline Fire Department for the assessment year 2006 and the tax year 2007 was $6,521,102,857. The regular levy rate collected for 2007 was $1.38 per $1,000 of assessed valuation. The Department realizes property tax revenues when cash is recorded as received by the King County Treasurer. The King County Treasurer holds investments and funds in the Department’s name and acts as an agent to collect property taxes levied in the county for all taxing authorities. Shoreline Fire Department also receives separate revenue for contracted Advanced Life Support (ALS) services provided through the King County Medic One levy. In addition to property tax and Medic One levy revenues, the Department is supported to a lesser degree through contract service agreements, external funding, grant awards, and donations.

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Property Taxes9,164,370.00

65%

Advanced Life Support

3,832,779.00 27%

Basic Life Support348,584.00

2%

Other Contracts691,291.00

5%

Investment Interest166,863.00

1%

2007 Actual Revenue

Administration971,675.00

7%

Fire Suppression6,362,093.00

44%

Operations Training386,789.00

3%

Basic Life Support65,628.00

0%

Advanced Life Support

3,985,821.00 28%

Fire Prevention and Public Education

586,843.00 4%

Facilities, Fleet, and Vehicle

Maintenance927,534.00

7%

Capital Purchases1,050,141.00

7%

2007 Actual Expenditures

Less than 1%

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INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY

Shoreline Fire Department’s communications systems are essential and critical functions that highly contribute to the overall effectiveness of the services we provide our citizens and in our business operations. The Information Technology Division is responsible for the operation and maintenance of Shoreline Fire Department’s computer network infrastructure, employee workstations, portable laptops, mobile data devices, phone and voice communications, and other communications-related software, programs, maintenance, and equipment. We provide a series of mission-critical computer applications and tools via an integrated voice and data network to six locations. We strive to maintain a highly-reliable Information Technology infrastructure and system support so that personnel can smoothly perform their work responsibilities. Shoreline Fire Department is committed to the use and application of technology in cost-effective ways that also maintain an infrastructure that is appropriately up-to-date and reliable and that improves job-functionality. 2007 was a busy year for the Information Technology division. Several new applications were installed to help improve the effectiveness and efficiency for many areas of our business operations. New Technology Applications: Fire Prevention Inspections - Codepal Codepal allows Fire Prevention personnel to track applicable fire codes, district occupancies, and allows our inspectors to do much of their inspection work flow in the field. Along with the initial implementation, we worked with the supplier to test new versions of the product and performed several upgrades during the year. Budget Tracking and Purchase Order System - My Requests

My Requests is an on-line purchase order and cost accounting system installed to work in conjunction with our Annual Budget. One of the most significant features of this program is that it allows for on-line visibility of budget activity and is available for viewing to all

employees. Eliminating the need for paper forms, the daily work flow of creating and routing purchase orders for approval is now completed on-line. Inventory Control - Bar Tender and Wedge Reader Bar Tender and Wedge Reader applications provide barcode label creation and printing,

and streamlines our inventory process for those items that require inventory accountability per our policy and state law.

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2007 Information and Technology Projects:

Created data extracts and reports for reporting required performance standards and statistics of

emergency services

Implemented updated mobile laptops in command apparatus to provide better situational

awareness in the field

Completed intranet research for customized application

Improved Geographic Information System (GIS) capability by upgrading hardware, software, and

training to create and maintain fire maps, high-risk fire plans, and GIS-based data analysis

Replaced multiple power supply and hard disk on server

Installed Office 2007 on all business office machines

Performed complete antivirus software on all machines

Worked with King County EMS in conceptual design of SEND project (county-wide EMS data

collection)

Worked with NORCOM (new dispatch consortium) to create Request for Proposal of their software

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FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE SUMMARY

The Facilities and Maintenance Division is responsible for maintaining our fleet of vehicles and apparatus, taking care of facility grounds and property, and making sure our facilities and equipment are maintained in like new condition and working order. Routine Maintenance Program During 2007, we fully implemented a routine schedule maintenance program on our apparatus. We successfully passed recertification of our Ladder Truck and the pump testing for all five engines. We installed a lubrication system in our apparatus shop which includes three 150-gallon lube tanks, hose reels, and dispensers. Fire Apparatus Committee One of our major projects in 2007 was preparing for the purchase and delivery of three new fire engines due in during July of 2008. Maintenance Supervisor Jack Fuller and Captain Bruce Rice headed up the Apparatus Committee along with twelve other Fire Department employees.

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Vehicles and Apparatus FIRE SUPPRESSION APPARATUS

Engine 61 - 1993 Sutphen Pumper Engine 62 - 1993 Sutphen Pumper Engine 63 - 1999 H & W Pumper Engine 64 - 1999 H & W Pumper Engine 65 - 1999 H & W Pumper Truck 61 - 1994 LTI Ladder Truck

EMS APPARATUS BASIC LIFE SUPPORT

Aid 63 - 2003 Ford Module Aid 64 - 2003 Ford Module Aid 65 - 2002 Ford Module ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT

Medic 47 - 2005 Ford Module Medic 61 - 2000 Ford Module Medic 62 - 2002 Ford Module Medic 63 - 2004 Ford Module Medic 65 - 2004 Ford Module MSU 99 - 1999 Ford Module

STAFF VEHICLES

Battalion 61 - 2004 Chevrolet Suburban Battalion 62 - 1999 Chevrolet Suburban MSO 6 - 2003 Chevrolet Suburban MSA - 1998 Ford Expedition SH130 - 1999 Ford Expedition SH134 - 2001 Chevrolet Blazer SH131 - Fire Prevention - 2003 Chevrolet Blazer SH132 - Fire Prevention - 2003 Chevrolet Blazer SH133 - Fire Prevention - 2003 Chevrolet Blazer

SUPPORT VEHICLES

Special Operation - 1991 Wells Cargo Engine 60 - 1970 Kenworth Pumper Communications Van - 1992 Ford Module Rescue 61 - 1997 Chevrolet Step Van Utility 61 - 1990 Chevrolet Pick-Up Utility 62 - 2006 Chevrolet Pick-Up Support 62 - 1994 Chevrolet Suburban Support 61 - 1998 Ford Module

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Shoreline firefighter’s association

Community Service and Fundraising

CHRIS CARL, President

TRAVIS PITTS, Treasurer MELANIE GRANFORS, Secretary

The Shoreline Firefighter’s Association is a community service and fundraising organization composed of all Shoreline Fire Department personnel. The Association functions as a non-profit benevolent organization separate from, but in relationship with, the goals of the Fire Department. The Association is governed by a Board of Trustees elected by the membership who are highly involved with ongoing fundraising events sponsored by the Association. The purpose of the Association is to foster goodwill within the community and provide funding and resources for programs that cannot otherwise be provided through tax dollars collected by the Department. The Shoreline Firefighter’s Association sponsors, organizes, and/or participates in various community service events throughout the year: the American Cancer Society Relay for Life, the Easter Egg Hunt at Saltwater Park in Richmond Beach, neighborhood Santa Claus visits on Christmas morning, and the concession stand at the City of Shoreline’s Swingin’ Summer Eve Barbeque at Cromwell Park. Some of these events have become Shoreline traditions in which three generations have participated. These events are made possible by the many employees who generously volunteer their time and energy to consistently make these events happen. It is the work of our dedicated personnel (and some of our retired firefighters) who organize and volunteer to conduct these events who maintain the continuity of these community traditions.

The Association also operates a From the Heart program which allows personnel to perform small acts of kindness unrelated to emergency medical needs. Assistance may be provided in the way of a taxi ride to the hospital, a warm meal, or some groceries. These are small ways we can help others outside of and in addition to the fire and life safety services that we perform everyday.

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The 16th Annual Firefighter Stairclimb

at the Columbia Center

Benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Shoreline Firefighter David Engler started the Firefighter Stairclimb in 1990 when he began to run what the Leukemia Society called The Big Climb for Leukemia at the Columbia Center - with the addition of 50 pounds of full combat firefighting gear and using SCBA. After issuing the first “Firefighter Challenge” to neighboring firefighters to take part in this event, thirty-five firefighters signed-up to participate in the event. From that point on, this physically and mentally demanding event has continued to have an increasing following. The Firefighter Stairclimb has become the largest individual firefighter competition in the world. On March 3, 2007, 1,163 firefighters completed the climb and raised a record-breaking $360,000! Standing at 788 feet high, participants must climb 69 flights of stairs at the Columbia Center to reach the finish line. Today, firefighters represent more than 200 fire departments throughout the United States and three countries. Working with the Washington/Alaska Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Shoreline Fire Department continues to organize and run the event with more than twenty-five percent of our personnel volunteering to staff the event. Now sponsored by Scott Health and Safety, the ongoing and ever-increasing success of this event is owed to a wide-range of contributors: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society staff and volunteers, Shoreline Fire volunteers, Columbia Center staff, corporate sponsorship, fire department team captains, individual participants, and many others who devote their time, energy, and skills to make this a truly worthwhile and inspiring event.

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We generously thank the following individuals and organizations for their

donations to the Medic One Aid Fund:

Ms. Judy Adams Ms. Susan Al-Douri Mr. & Mrs. Gary Allen Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Beetham Ms. M. Sibyl Brown Ms. Louise Bullington Ms. Viola Claibourn Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Cain Green Acres Coffee Club Ms. Patricia Clifford Mr. & Mrs. Charles Collins Mr. & Mrs. John Cragerud Mr. & Mrs. James Dizard Mrs. Ina Louise Etheridge Mr. Charles Farrell Mr. & Mrs. Steven Froebe Golden Gardens Grandmother’s Club Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Haines Mr. & Mrs. Louis Hellwig Mr. & Mrs. Gregory Hilborn Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Hillborn Ms. Grace Hubbs Mr. R.C. Jenkins Mrs. Karl Johnson Mr. & Mrs. Gudmunn Johannessen Dr. & Mrs. Iorwerth Jones Ms. Violet Jurgich Ms. Jean King

Lake City Emblem Club #189 Mr. & Mrs. Leroy McVay Mr. & Mrs. Fred Monte Ms. Maxine Murray Mr. & Mrs. George Nokes Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Peters Mr. & Mrs. William Pyle Ms. Lucille Rein Mr. Ronald Ricker Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Ridge Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan Rossie Mr. & Mrs. Rossi Ms. Geraldine Rousseau Ms. Paula Anne Russell Ms. Patricia Rowland Ms. Joyce Schott Mr. & Mrs. James Donald Shea Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Richard Stave Mr. & Mrs. Robert Stevens Townsend Bay Property Management, Inc. Ms. Gladys Ulip Wandering Creek Lunch Bunch Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Welch Mr. & Mrs. Steven Wieg

Thank you for your generous support!

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Thank you for your continued support!

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S H O R E L I N E F I R E D E P A R T M E N T · PDF filedavid baker rod bush mark foster bryan gibb andrew holstad douglas locken ernest rodriguez richard white medical services officers