O FALLON Fire Protection District 2015 ANNUAL REPORT Accredited Since 2007
Letter from the Chief 3 Personnel 4 Retirements and Promotions 5 Fire Stations and Apparatus 6-7 Financial Reports 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS Financial Trends 9 Fire Prevention Division Permits and Inspections 10-11 Special Programs 12-13 Incidents by Month, Day of Week, and Hour 14-15 Incident Type Report 16 Unit/Station Responses 17 Calls by Zone 18 Mutual Aid Report 19 Five Year Trends 20-21 Training Analysis 22 Emergency Response Zones 23 2
2015 ANNUAL REPORT Letter from the Chief D EAR CITIZENS: I am grateful to be serving as Chief of the O Fallon Fire Protection District. I am very excited about being a part of the District s promising future. My primary responsibility is to ensure that you, the citizens of the O Fallon Fire Protection District, receive the highest level of fire and emergency response service available in a fiscally responsible manner. The O Fallon Fire Protection District has a tradition of highly trained, well-qualified professional firefighters serving the community 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This commitment to the public will never change. Numerous positive changes have occurred with an emphasis on a new attitude of accountability and increased responsibility to our citizenry. My duties include running the day-to-day operations of the District and reporting to the Board of Directors and citizens on our progress as we move forward. I work closely with the Board of Directors to constantly analyze operating costs, prepare budget proposals, and manage District expenses. We have implemented policies and standard operating procedures necessary to ensure the safety of all District personnel as well as to protect the life and property of our citizens. I am proud to lead the dedicated and professional members of the O Fallon Fire Protection District, who continually train and prepare for the next incident. They are always ready to respond to the call when the bell rings. I assure you that the O'Fallon Fire Protection District continues to be fiscally responsible. We are committed to being transparent in all of our actions to ensure proper oversight. We are mindful about limiting spending and living within our means while still providing top-rated emergency services. Under my leadership we will continue to meet our goals to ensure the O Fallon Fire Protection District remains the best department in the region. Please do not hesitate to contact me with your questions, comments, or concerns. Sincerely, Thomas J. Vineyard, Fire Chief O Fallon Fire Protection District 3
O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Personnel 2015 O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT STAFF Board of Directors Bill Laughlin Chairman Matt Gober - Treasurer Matt Simmons - Secretary Fire Chief Tom Vineyard Fire Inspector Kaylee Ellison Assistant Chief Ken Vomund Administrative Division Board Administrative Asst. Karen Lucido Fire Prevention Division Fire Marshal Mark Morrison Emergency Services Division Accounting/HR Clerk Julie Meyer Fire Prevention Clerk Twila Payne Battalion Chief A-Shift Mel Emge Battalion Chief B-Shift Chuck McCoy Captains Battalion Chief C-Shift Andy Parrish Mike Alcorn Mary Emge Bud Marchlewski Mark Ballmann Eric Johnston Gary McCutchen Tom Bollenbach Chris Jones Rick Miller Matt Braile Ed Kues Chad Vesely Firefighter/Engineers Darren Barton Kelly Ennis Sean Porter Jon Blevins Russ Hubert Vic Sanders Jim Castello Tim Janes Darwin Shepherd Matt Chapman Vernon King Shawn Sides Darrell Daly Mike Knipping Adam Stenger Darren Daly Dave Koenig Brandon Stenger Kevin Davis Mark Livingston Kern Swafford Jeff Dennis John Meyer Elliot Thomas Kory Dunn Dave O Leary George Toelke Doug Ellis Ron Ormsby Tom Vogelgesang Jewett Ellis Mike Paubel Steve Wilson Ed Engel Tim Porras Todd Yeager 4
2015 ANNUAL REPORT Retirements & Promotions 2015 RETIREMENTS: In January of 2015, Captain Paul Koenig retired from the District after 29 years of dedicated service. Captain Koenig joined the O Fallon Fire Protection District as a volunteer firefighter in February of 1986. He was promoted to career firefighter when the first 24-hour firefighters were hired in December of 1987. He served as Firefighter/Engineer until being promoted to Captain in December of 1999, his position at retirement. In May of 2015, Battalion Chief Mark Stenger retired from the District after 36 years of dedicated service. Battalion Chief Stenger joined the District as a volunteer firefighter in August of 1979. He began his paid career with the District as an 8-hour Captain in 1986 and switched to a 24-hour shift Captain in 1987. Mark continued to serve as a Captain until being promoted to Battalion Chief in December of 1999, his position at retirement. 2015 PROMOTIONS: In June of 2015, Captain Andy Parrish was promoted to the position of Battalion Chief. Battalion Chief Parrish joined the District in March of 1991 as a volunteer firefighter. He was promoted to career firefighter in 1997, and to the position of Captain in January of 2001. Battalion Chief Parrish currently serves in this capacity for C-Shift. In June of 2015, Engineer Chad Vesely was promoted to the position of Captain. Captain Vesely joined the District in February of 1991 as a volunteer firefighter. He was promoted to career firefighter in 1997. Captain Vesely currently serves in this capacity on B-Shift, Station 5. Battalion Chief Mark Stenger and Captain Paul Koenig have served their community with pride and dignity and will truly be missed. The men and women of the District send them heartfelt thanks for their service and wish them well in their retirement. YEARS Y OF SERVICE AWARDS In June of 2015, Engineer Eric Johnston was promoted to the position of Captain. Captain Johnston joined the District in July of 1993 as a volunteer firefighter. He was promoted to career firefighter in 1997. Captain Johnston currently serves in this capacity on A-Shift, Station 5. 5 Years of Service 10 Years of Service 15 Years of Service 20 Years of Service 25 Years of Service Nick Hawkins Dennis Ellis Kaylee Ellison Kory Dunn Chris Jones Rick Kuntz Paul Koenig, Jr. Karen Lucido Jewett Ellis George Toelke erry Kieffer Julie Meyer Russ Hubert Chris Roe Brittney Kirn Mark Morrison Darwin Shepherd 30 Years of Service 40 Years of Service Ed Kues Bud Marchlewski Kern Swafford Chuck McCoy 5
O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Fire Stations & Apparatus 2015 O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT FACILITIES ADMINISTRATION BUILDING 111 Laura K Dr., O Fallon, MO 63366 Purchased 2015 Home to: Chief Officers, Fire Prevention, Finance Dept. and Support Staff ENGINE HOUSE 1 1200 North Main St., O Fallon, MO 63366 Construction Completed 2015 Home to: 2014 Pierce Rescue/Pumper 9114 2000 E-One Rescue/Pumper 9110 2004 Ford F-350 Brush Unit 9118 ENGINE HOUSE 2 (Volunteer Station) 2300 St. Paul Rd., St. Paul, MO 63366 STATION 2 EQUIPMENT: 1995 Freightliner Rescue/Pumper 9124 1941 GMC Volunteer Parade Truck 6
2015 ANNUAL REPORT ANNUAL REPORT 2015 ENGINE HOUSE 3 600 Laura Hill Rd., O Fallon, MO 63366 Construction Completed 2001 STATION 3 EQUIPMENT: 2012 Pierce Rescue/Pumper 9134 2007 International Rescue Squad 9136 2011 Chevy Suburban Command Unit 9106 ENGINE HOUSE 4 1306 Sunview Dr., O Fallon, MO 63366 Construction Completed 1997 STATION 4 EQUIPMENT: 2007 Pierce Rescue/Ladder Truck 9142 2013 Pierce Tanker/Tender 9143 ENGINE HOUSE 5 7140 S. Outer 364, O Fallon, MO 63368 Construction Completed 1997 STATION 5 EQUIPMENT: 2001 E-One Rescue/Pumper 9150 2001 E-One Rescue/Pumper 9154 2003 Ford F-350 Brush Unit 9158 7
O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Financial Reports 2015 FINANCIAL STATEMENT & BUDGET BREAKDOWN The O Fallon Fire Protection District places a high priority on operating within its budget each year and has finished the year under budget in four of the last five years. In 2015, the District received revenues in the amount of $7,995,404 and paid out expenses in the amount of $7,932,069, resulting in excess revenue of $63,335 added to the reserve fund. GENERAL REVENUES Property taxes $7,943,018.00 Investment earnings $9,738.00 Gain/(loss) on sale/disposition of assets $3,809.01 Charges for services (Permits and fees) $36,817.00 Transfer from capital projects fund $0.00 Operating grants/other income $2,022.00 TOTAL REVENUES $7,995,404.01 OPERATING EXPENSES Personnel - wages, taxes, benefits $6,739,913.56 Vehicle and facility maintenance $334,079.00 Equipment and office supplies $168,124.09 Interest, fees, and issue costs $0.00 Insurance $363,703.29 Communications - dispatching, telephone, and paging $70,694.00 General and administrative $242,033.94 Capital Expenditures $13,521.47 TOTAL EXPENSES $7,932,069.35 End of Year Surplus/(Debt) $63,334.66 8
2015 ANNUAL REPORT Financial Trends 5-YEAR FINANCIAL TRENDS 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Revenue $7,857,209 $7,865,118 $8,874,101 $8,081,446 $7,995,404 Expenses $7,835,237 $8,680,800 $7,449,457 $7,591,431 $7,932,069 Surplus/(Debt) $21,972 ($815,682) $1,424,644 $490,015 $63,335 9
O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Fire Prevention Division Permits & Inspections The Fire Prevention Division continues to issue permits on new construction and remodels for commercial occupancies within the District. In 2015, the division issued 263 permits in the District. This is an increase of approximately 32 percent over 2014 statistics. Following is a trend on permits issued over the last four years. PERMITS BY TYPE PERMITS BY MONTH/YEAR 10
2015 ANNUAL REPORT INSPECTIONS BY TYPE The Fire Prevention Division continues to perform inspections and plan reviews on commercial occupancies within the District. In 2015, the division completed 1,549 inspections in the District. This is an increase of approximately 2 percent over 2014. Following is a trend on inspections performed over the last four years: INSPECTIONS BY MONTH/YEAR 11
O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Special Programs Fire Prevention Public Relations and Education: The Fire Prevention Division hosted multiple fire prevention and life safety events in 2015. The District had 332 children participate in "Pictures with the Easter Bunny" in April, and 695 children participated in "Pictures with Santa on the Fire Truck" in December. Each October, during Fire Safety Week, the O Fallon Fire Protection District hosts an annual fire safety day. This year s event was held on the Kohl s parking lot. The event includes fire safety demonstrations, kids games, and numerous educational programs. This event drew a crowd of approximately 1,000 children and adults. The Division continues hosting luncheons at senior apartment facilities. This gives District personnel the opportunity to discuss fire safety issues with residents and answer their questions. The District invites all residents in each facility to participate and brings in lunch for them. In 2015, 10 luncheon events were scheduled throughout the year, with approximately 30-40 residents attending each event. Free Citizen CPR Training: In 2015, the men and women of the O Fallon Fire Protection District began hosting free CPR classes for our residents. District instructors are certified through the American Heart Association. Classes are held once per month in the evening, and participants are issued a Heartsaver CPR-AED card through the American Heart Association that is valid for 2 years. Class Registration is required and registration forms can be downloaded from the District's website: www.ofallonfire.org, or can be picked up at the Administrative Offices. 12
2015 ANNUAL REPORT Smoke Detector Check and Battery Replacement: This program allows residents to have the batteries replaced each year by fire crews. Generally, this is accomplished over one or two days with the crews going to resident's home that have signed up for the service. In 2015, this service was provided to nearly 500 residents in 10 Villa subdivisions, with approximately 2,200 detectors checked and new batteries installed. The District requests that residents call to schedule an appointment with the crews and to furnish their own 9-volt batteries. The District also offers a smoke detector replacement program for its residents. Currently, only battery-powered detectors are supplied and installed. The District will provide one smoke detector in each sleeping area and a minimum of one additional on each floor. Child Safety Seat Check/Installations: The O Fallon Fire Protection District continues to offer its residents assistance in child safety seat installation and safety checks. The District provides this service at all of our 24-hour staffed facilities. In 2015, fire personnel assisted 145 residents with installing or checking their child safety seats. The District encourages residents to call ahead of time to schedule an appointment with the crews. 13
O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Incidents by Month, Day of Week, & Hour 2015 INCIDENTS BY HOUR OF DAY 14
2015 ANNUAL REPORT 2015 INCIDENTS BY MONTH 2015 INCIDENTS BY DAY OF WEEK 15
O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Incident Type Report The District uses the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) for categorizing incidents. District fire units respond to calls based on criteria used at the St. Charles County Dispatch Center for dispatching fire units. The District responds on numerous calls to assist St. Charles County Ambulance District personnel for manpower, and in many cases, the fire units are closer to the caller s address than ambulance units. EMS calls continue to account for the largest majority of responses at nearly 55 percent of all responses. Incident Type Group Number of Incidents Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incident 2,429 Good Intent Call 961 False Alarm & False Call 460 Service Call 231 Hazardous Condition (No Fire) 178 Fire 172 Overpressure Rupture, Explosion, Overheat(no fire) 15 Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 11 Total 4,457 PERCENTAGE OF INCIDENTS 16
2015 ANNUAL REPORT Unit/Station Responses 2015 UNIT RESPONSES BY STATION Unit Station 1 Station 2 Station 3 Station 4 Station 5 Total 9100 10 11 5 4 30 9102 15 11 3 1 30 9106 106 105 63 42 316 9110 1 1 9114 1177 59 37 7 1280 9118 18 2 2 22 9124 2 1 1 4 9134 119 1300 33 48 1500 9136 2 3 5 9139 2 2 9140 11 1 12 9142 35 42 572 24 673 9143 8 6 10 4 28 9144 25 31 300 12 368 9154 19 82 32 832 965 9158 1 4 1 6 12 Mutual Aid 50 100 14 31 195 Grand Total 1588 1 1756 1083 1015 5443 17
O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Response Time by Zones 2015 AVERAGE RESPONSE TIMES CALLS BY ZONE 18 Zone Emergency Non-Emergency Overall Avg. 1-1 0:04:50 0:06:53 0:05:29 1-2 0:05:20 0:06:38 0:05:39 1-3 0:08:14 0:07:54 0:08:10 1-4 0:04:41 0:05:22 0:04:50 1-5 0:05:34 0:07:16 0:06:19 1-6 0:06:08 0:06:09 0:06:08 2-1 0:09:07 0:10:23 0:09:35 2-2 0:08:38 0:10:39 0:09:33 2-3 0:08:17 0:11:00 0:09:14 2-4 0:09:25 0:07:46 0:09:08 2-5 0:10:25 0:12:29 0:11:03 3-1 0:04:31 0:08:03 0:05:40 3-2 0:05:24 0:06:39 0:05:46 3-3 0:06:36 0:07:30 0:06:49 3-4 0:05:43 0:07:12 0:06:04 364E 0:05:50 0:05:50 364W 0:06:59 0:06:59 4-1 0:05:17 0:06:41 0:05:35 4-2 0:05:05 0:06:19 0:05:19 4-3 0:05:33 0:06:17 0:05:41 4-4 0:06:56 0:10:49 0:07:47 4-5 0:06:50 0:07:44 0:06:57 5-1 0:04:56 0:06:09 0:05:14 5-2 0:05:36 0:06:51 0:05:53 6-1 0:05:33 0:05:16 0:05:26 6-2 0:05:59 0:07:18 0:06:31 6-3 0:05:27 0:05:14 0:05:23 6-4 0:06:30 0:11:00 0:07:36 70E 0:05:07 0:12:52 0:05:28 70W 0:06:26 0:06:26 K1 0:04:10 0:04:45 0:04:14 K2 0:03:34 0:05:27 0:03:51 K3 0:05:01 0:06:52 0:05:27 Grand Total 0:05:25 0:06:50
2015 ANNUAL REPORT Mutual Aid Report The O Fallon Fire Protection District participates in the Missouri Statewide Mutual Aid system, in which we respond to assist other agencies in the event of large-scale incidents or area coverage. We also receive reciprocal aid from other agencies when needed. Below is a breakdown of agencies we received aid from and provided aid to: MUTUAL AID GIVEN AND RECEIVED DETAIL Fire Agency Mutual aid received Automatic aid received Mutual aid given Automatic aid given Total Central County Fire & Rescue 9 243 1 96 349 Wentzville Fire Protection District 3 50 6 346 405 Cottleville Fire Protection District 2 53 2 136 193 Lake Saint Louis Fire Protection District 6 61 7 75 149 New Melle Fire Protection District 0 1 1 2 4 Maryland Heights Fire Protection District 2 2 0 0 4 Old Monroe Fire Protection District 0 5 2 6 13 Winfield/Foley Fire Protection District 0 0 1 0 1 Lincoln County Fire Protection District 0 0 1 0 1 Portage Des Sioux Fire Department 0 0 1 0 1 Valley Park Fire Protection District 0 0 1 0 1 Totals 22 415 23 661 1121 YEAR END TOTALS Provide aid to other agencies 684 Received aid from other agencies 437 19
O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Five Year Trends 5 YEAR CALL TYPE TRENDS Although the number of calls for service has varied greatly over the last 5 years, the types of calls have remained consistent. The District experienced a significant increase in calls for service between 2011 and 2012 due to changes in dispatch protocols. 20
2015 ANNUAL REPORT 5 YEAR FIRE LOSS/SAVE ANALYSIS The District continuously monitors the total fire loss on an annual basis. The fire loss and property values are estimated by the reporting officer and include both property and content values. Over the last five years, fire crews successfully saved nearly 95 percent of property and contents on incidents involving fire. Year Fire Loss Total Value Property Saved % Saved 2011 $2,447,587 $35,991,341 $33,543,754 93.20% 2012 $3,784,068 $74,573,392 $70,789,324 94.93% 2013 $2,457,227 $45,726,654 $43,269,427 94.63% 2014 $1,880,903 $26,359,162 $24,478,259 92.86% 2015 $848,439 $26,345,418 $25,496,979 96.78% Total $11,418,224 $208,995,967 $197,577,743 94.54% 21
O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Training Analysis 2015 TRAINING SUBJECT HOURS FF Safety: 710 Driver Training: 1,388 Rescue: 1,233 EMS: 1,253 Firefighter Training: 2,539 Officer Development: 1,336 Physical Fitness: 3,399 Equipment Inspections: 2,591 Total Training Hours: 14,450 2015 TRAINING CATEGORIES 22
2015 ANNUAL REPORT Emergency Response Zones The O Fallon Fire Protection District is divided into 31 geographical response zones: O FALLON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT COVERAGE ZONES N Legend Major Streets 23
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION about the O'Fallon Fire Protection District can be found on the internet at www.ofallonfire.org or, visit our Facebook page. Pictured above, from left to right: Assistant Chief Ken Vomund; Administrative Assistant Karen Lucido; Director Matt Gober (Treasurer); Director Bill Laughlin (Chairman); Director Matt Simmons (Secretary); Chief Tom Vineyard; Attorney Neil Bruntrager (District Counsel) BOARD OF DIRECTORS Bill Laughlin, Chairman Matt Simmons, Secretary Matt Gober, Treasurer FIRE CHIEF Tom Vineyard 111 Laura K Drive, O'Fallon, MO 63366 (636) 272-3493 COMMITTED TO PROTECTING OUR COMMUNITY