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Trustees approve pumper bid advertising, training funds and accept fire captain resignation
Summary
Norwich Township trustees authorized advertising for a new pumper, approved training funding for paramedic certification, authorized equipment purchases for the fire department, and accepted Captain John Kesler’s resignation effective July 1, 1984.
Trustees approved advertising specifications for a new pumper and set the bid-opening date for Feb. 6, 1984. The specifications were presented at the meeting and the board voted to move forward with advertising after a motion by Webster D. Junk and a second.
The board authorized training for township firefighters under the Franklin County Firefighters Association. Acting under Section 505.45 of the Ohio Revised Code, trustees approved up to $1,400 to pay tuition costs so designated firemen may train for paramedic certification. James H. Rice proposed the resolution; Webster D. Junk seconded it and trustees recorded an affirmative vote.
Trustees also approved multiple fire-department purchases and maintenance items discussed by Chief Richard Ellwanger, including radio installation and adapters for hose, mask holders and other equipment needed for the new pumper. The minutes record motions approving purchases and authorizing course attendance for firefighters.
On personnel matters the board accepted a written resignation from Captain John Kesler. Trustees moved to accept the resignation with regret, and voted to pay Captain Kesler his accrued sick leave, vacation time and comp time when his resignation takes effect July 1, 1984. The vote was unanimous.
Why it matters: The pumper procurement, training authorization and equipment purchases affect local emergency response capacity, while the captain’s resignation will change department leadership and staffing plans.
Next steps: Bids for the pumper are scheduled to be opened Feb. 6, 1984; trustees directed staff to follow procurement steps and to record purchases in accordance with township procedures.
