Posted on: August 17th, 2026

GOLD HILL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

Agenda- Monday, August 17, 2026

7:30pm

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GHFPD BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING:

CALL TO ORDER-

ATTENDANCE- ROLL CALL

APPROV AL OF MINUTES-

OPERATIONAL UPDATES:

Hydrants are now locked

Fuel- how should we proceed moving forward with fueling 5431?

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FIRE CHIEF’S MINUTES: Chief Caudill

OPERATIONAL NEEDS:

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TRAINING:

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EQUIPMENT NEEDS:

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RECRUITMENT

Update on new signage for the front of firebarn?

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INFRASTRUCTURE

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Garage Doors/Concrete Apron update (update will be on agenda

monthly through this process) Any update on permits?

TECHNOLOGY USE

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OPERATIONAL READINESS:

STRATEGIC PLANNING

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Thoughts on petitioning USFS to permanently shut down any wood or

charcoal campfire use on camping areas due west of town.●

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The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) manages permanent or

long-term campfire bans through what is called a Subpart B

Special Order (under Title 36 CFR 261.50). Because a

year-round ban restricts public recreation, the Forest Service

must build a legal case file that proves the restriction is

necessary for public safety and resource protection.

Specifically for a ban on open wood and charcoal fires

Would require partnership with the Sheriffs Office, discussion

with local Ranger, proof of extensive call volume to those

locations, amongst other efforts.

Other option: ask the District Ranger to implement an

Emergency Temporary Closure Order specifically for the

campground for the remainder of the current high-danger

season while the permanent order is routed.

CAPITAL REPLACEMENT PLAN

BUDGET

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Need to start assessing our budget now.

VEHICLES:

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5404, 5402, 5439, 5431 and UTV- Update on water leak from 5402?

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5404- Holding this apparatus until we have clarity on issue with

5402

INVENTORY:

STATION MAINTENANCE:

GENERAL:

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Repeat of last month’s topic: Ongoing conversation regarding hiring a

fire marshall and adopting fire code: Need to discuss a resolution for

formally adopting the latest model code (e.g., the 2021 or 2024 IFC)

with custom local amendments that reflect tight mountain terrain and

limited water infrastructure.

Lucas Hayas (fire marshall) will be providing us an update and his

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1. IFC Section 503 — Fire Apparatus Access Roads

It mandates that fire lanes must have an unobstructed width of

at least 20 feet (though local amendments can adjust this for

tight mountain topography) and vertical clearance of 13 feet 6

inches. It grants the fire chief the authority to require greater

widths if the radius of a turn or topography limits access.

2. IFC Section 503.4 — Obstructions on Fire Lanes

This code gives the district the direct legal authority to prevent

parking or placement of any obstructions on public or private

roadways used for fire apparatus access. It provides the

mechanism needed to declare “No Parking – Fire Lane” zones

in congested town centers.

3. IFC Section 503.3 — Marking and Signage

To enforce parking restrictions, the code must be visible. This

section dictates exactly how fire lanes must be marked—such

as painting curbs red and posting standard, legally enforceable

“Fire Lane – Tow Away Zone” signs.

Occupant Load Calculations (IFC Section 1004)

The fire code regulates how many people are safely allowed

inside a space at one time. The maximum Occupant Load is

calculated by dividing the usable floor area (in square feet) by

the Occupant Load Factor assigned to that specific use in IFC

Table 1004.5:Assembly — Standing Space 5 sq. ft. net per

person-Concert floor or dense event space

ADMINISTRATIVE:

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Need to outline in our handbook the amount of time an officer can

take a leave of absence for before having to resign

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Need to create a ‘terms of use’ document for any community

members using the department which outlines proper use of the

facility.

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OTHER BUSINESS:

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GRANTS-●

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MITIGATION- Possible volunteer opportunity with Whole foods Community

Connections – Kent is going to reach out

COLLABORATION- CWPP-

WEBSITE-

COMMUNITY EVENTS/FUNDRAISING- Thank you card created for BVSD,

Kent will send out.

PARKING/TOURISM/TOWN CONGESTION- Will need to schedule a

conversation with Steve Durea, Director of Public Works regarding concerns with traffic

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NEW BUSINESS:

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ADJOURNMENT: