The meeting was called to order at 6:32 p.m. by President Thomas Pringle. Commissioners present were Patricia Spiegelhoff, James Stobber, Norris (Jack) Berry and David Kaiser. Also present were Assistant Police Chief Eisenhauer and Fire Chief Richard Lodle.

Motion to approve the minutes as printed of the July 2, 2003 meeting by Commissioner Stobber, seconded by Commissioner Spiegelhoff. Motion carried unanimously.

Report from Fire Chief:

Motion by Commissioner Kaiser, seconded by Commissioner Stobber at 6:34 p.m. to move into closed session per 19.85(1)(c) to review applications for firefighter membership and to consider status of probationary firefighter. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion out of closed session at 6:44 p.m. by Commissioner Kaiser, seconded by Commissioner Berry. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Stobber to appoint probationary firefighter Pat Davis to permanent membership as a member of Hose Co. #1, seconded by Commissioner Berry. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Stobber, seconded by Commissioner Berry for probationary firefighter Adam Langridge to be appointed to permanent membership as a member of Hook & Ladder Co. Motion carried unanimously.

Assistant Chief Eisenhauer's Report:

The Assistant Chief reported on an externship with Gateway teacher Mark Cohan road along for 4 days. The Assistant Chief presented Commissioners with copies of Mr. Cohan's thank you letter.

The Assistant Chief also reported on the undergoing budget process.

Motion at 6:55 p.m. by Commissioner Pringle, seconded by Commissioner Kaiser, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.

Respectfully submitted by

Secretary,
David P. Kaiser