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Government Type

Special Service District

Entity

Mammoth Creek Fire District

Public Body

Mammoth Creek Special Service Fire District

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Notice Title

Minutes-Mammoth Creek Special Service Fire District DBA - Mammoth Creek Volunteer Fire District (MCVFD) Sunday August 31, 2025-9AM MST at the Fire Station.

Notice Type(s)

Notice, Meeting

Event Start Date & Time

August 31, 2025 09:00 AM

Event End Date & Time

August 31, 2025 10:30 AM

Event Deadline Date & Time

08/30/25 09:00 AM

Description/Agenda

Minutes-Mammoth Creek Special Service Fire District dab-Mammoth Creek Volunteer Fire District (MCVFD) Sunday August 31, 2025-9 AM at the Fire Station. Call to Order: 9:10 AM Chairman Paul Martino called the meeting to order. Present: Paul Martino, Dale, Pam, Borges, Dave Johnson, Clay Carr and Dick West Others Present: Fire Chief Ensor Absent: Carl Radomski Review Last Meetings Minutes: Chairman Martino asked the board members if they had any issues or concerns with the minutes from the last meeting and Dale Askew requested that the word Acting in front of the name Martino be stricken as a mistake. Dave Johnson moved to approved with the above mentioned correction. Clay Carr seconded the motion and the motion passed. Financial Report: Treasurer Pam Borgos presented the results from the previous day's Pancake Breakfast fund raising event: Fundraising Results: Raffle raised $9,754, up from the previous year. T-shirt sales totaled $5,980, also an increase from last year. Boot fundraising was $1,685, less than prior years.[1] Zelle electronic payments were significant, adding $5,327 in total revenue. Combined totals for the event reached $22,996, compared to $17,000 last year. Clerk/Finance Officer Dale Askew then presented the Interim Financial Report including Comparison With Current Year Budgeted Amounts: Budget and Expenses: Property tax collections are on target, with some more expected before year-end. Operating expenses reviewed include building and equipment repairs, utilities, insurance, and supplies. Excess revenues over expenditures reported at $13,000, with an ending fund balance of $115,979. Equipment and Infrastructure Discussions Wi-Fi/Internet Issues: Problems with Wi-Fi during fundraising events led to suggestions for upgrading to Starlink business or first responder package, possibly at $125-$150 per month. Board is in favor of pursuing Starlink and considering a vote, with the intent to improve payment processing using (Square). Capital Projects & Purchases: Metal siding project faces contractor delays. Seal asphalt project is pending, estimated at $7,500. Equipment needs include new turnout gear ($9,500 for two sets), wildland boots ($1,500), and a new pump for a Type 4 truck (approximately $15,000). Discussion of budget allocations for a new fire engine, with $122,000 available, and possible solutions for acquiring or replacing structural engines through county assistance. Meeting Frequency: Proposal and agreement to add a fourth annual meeting to address timely approvals for equipment purchases and capital outlay. Miscellaneous and Other Items Event Details: T-shirt and hat sales are popular and help attract attendees, though profits are minimal due to rising costs. Insurance: Honesty bonds for the Clerk and Treasurer board members are maintained. Grant Funding: HOA contributions and state grants reviewed, with expectation of future state grant reinstatement Pam Borgos moved to accept the financial report as submitted with a second from Clay Carr. Motion passed. Budget Request as submitted by the Fire Chief: The Fire Chief submitted her 2026 budget request: Budget Adoption: Interim budget for next year to mirror current budget, providing public time for review before final approval at the Board's Public Hearing on this at the next meeting now scheduled for Saturday, November 1, 2025. Dave Johnson moved to accept the current budget as the interim budget for 2026 subject to the outcome of the Public Hearing to be conducted on November 1, 2025 with a second from Clay Carr. Motion passed. Fire Chief Ensor Items and Concerns: Possible District Changes: Board expresses concern about dissolving Panguich Lake Fire District and redistributing responsibilities and assets, citing equipment shortages and operational challenges. The consensus is opposition to taking over additional districts without adequate resources. Volunteer and Response Limitations: Issues highlighted regarding limited volunteer staff for both Mammoth Creek and Panguich Lake, affecting response capability for fires and medical calls. Miscellaneous and Other Items Event Details: T-shirt and hat sales are popular and help attract attendees, though profits are minimal due to rising costs. Insurance: Honesty bonds for board members are maintained. Grant Funding: HOA contributions and state grants reviewed, with expectation of future state grant reinstatement. Adjourn: There being no further business or issues to discuss Chairman Martino adjourned the meeting at $10:30 AM. Next Meeting: Saturday, November 1, 9AM at the fire station. The Board will conduct a public hearing on the 2026 Interim Budget request at this meeting.

Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify Dale Askew at 435-682-2847.

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Meeting Information

Meeting Location

418 Mammoth Creek Road
Mammoth Creek, UT 84735
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Contact Name

Dale Askew

Contact Email

dale17@icloud.com

Contact Phone

4356822847

Notice Posting Details

Notice Posted On

September 02, 2025 04:07 PM

Notice Last Edited On

September 02, 2025 04:07 PM

Deadline Date

August 30, 2025 09:00 AM

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