Fire Department FY19 Budget Presentation Copyrighted
February 22, 2018
City of Dubuque Public Hearings # 4.
ITEM TITLE: Fire Department FY2019 Budget Presentation
SUMMARY:
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FY19 Fire Department Budget Recommendation Supporting Documentation
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FIRE DEPARTMENT
FY 2017 FY 2018 FY 2019 % Change From
Budget Highlights Actual Budget Requested FY 2018 Budget
Expenses
Employee Expense 10,390,902 10,033,125 10,087,466 0.5 %
Supplies and Services 843,891 878,217 876,996 (0.1)%
Machinery and Equipment 496,680 230,428 221,509 (3.9)%
Debt Service 1,168,648 189,905 211,044 11.1 %
Total Expenses 12,900,121 11,331,675 11,397,015 0.6 %
Resources
Operating Revenue 1,547,861 1,427,889 1,409,781 (1.3)%
Sales Tax Abated Debt 1,079,419 129,446 123,336 (4.7)%
Total Resources 2,627,281 1,557,335 1,533,117 (1.6)%
Property Tax Support 10,272,840 9,774,340 9,863,898 89,558
Percent Increase (Decrease) 0.9 %
Personnel -Authorized FTE 90.16 90.16 90.16
Improvement Package Summary
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This improvement package would provide funding to replace the aging Knox secure key system. This
secure access key system is installed on all fire apparatus and allows tamper-proof storage of the access
key for various building Knox key boxes. Current system vehicle boxes are failing and the company will stop
supporting the old system next year. The new system will allow for the addition of a key for residential
applications as well as commercial. The new software is web-based and eliminates the need to physically
connect to each box for data retrieval or PIN settings. The web-based system will allow manager to retrieve
data on when and who accesses a key at any time (or generate reports) rather than traveling to each
vehicle to connect software for download. Current vehicle boxes will not be serviceable in the future.As old
system boxes fail, we would not be able to maintain a secure key for Knox system on each arriving
apparatus. This system is used throughout the city in commercial structures. The community relies on the
Fire Department to maintain this system security to safeguard their businesses and homes, and to provide
quick access during emergencies.
Related Cost: $ 17,600 Tax Funds Non-Recurring Recommend -Yes
Related Cost: $ 500 Tax Funds Recurring
Total Cost: $ 18,100
Property Tax Impact: $ 0.0072 0.07%
Activity: Fire Prevention
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This improvement package would provide funding for the purchase of an OHD Quantifit for respirator
testing. This device performs the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) required respirator
fit-testing for each employee. The OHD Quantifit uses controlled negative pressure to measure the amount
of air leakage that the wearer has when wearing a face piece. This testing is required annually for anyone
who uses a self-contained breathing apparatus or an air purifying respirator (firefighters, law enforcement,
engineering, public works). The Quantifit Fit Tester shows the evaluator instantaneous feedback while
performing the test. This feedback is a real-time pressure trace of the in-mask pressure that is provided to
determine test validity and quality. Each test also gives a numeric value to help determine the amount of
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leakage. This is a more comprehensive fit-test that assures proper face piece seal for each employee. The
quantitative test has been approved by OSHA as an excepted way of fit testing and is covered in 1910.134
Appendix A. The qualitative fit testing method currently being used no longer will meet this standard. This
device could also be used for any city employee (police, public works, water, and engineers) that use or are
required to certify annually on a respirator. Owning a device provides a cost savings over time versus
paying annually for the same fit-test. Estimated costs for having a provider administer this same test are $25
per employee annually ($2225 annually just for the fire department). The fire department could administer fit
tests to all respirator qualified city employees at no cost each year. Respirators are the first line of defense
for firefighters.A proper fit-test is required and essential to maintain safety during respirator use.
Related Cost: $ 9,500 Tax Funds Non-Recurring Recommend -Yes
Related Cost Savings: $ (2,225) Tax Funds Recurring
Total Cost: $ 7,275
Property Tax Impact: $ 0.0029 0.03%
Activity: Fire Training
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This improvement package would provide funding for protective equipment for active shooter response.
Equipment would include: Kevlar helmet, ballistic vest with plates, and protective knee pads for 10
responders. This equipment will allow trained Emergency Medical Services (EMS) providers the ability to
activate as part of a Rescue Task Force (RTF) to active shooter incidents. The RTF concept focuses on the
needs and care of victims. EMS members work with police officers to deliver immediate medical intervention
for readily treatable injuries rather than standing by until an "all clear" of the area is given by law
enforcement. This concept is now being implemented across the country and is becoming the new standard
of care in active shooter incidents.
This equipment allows the fire department to better respond with police to incidents of active shooter or
other large-scale violence. The procedures and training are being established through efforts of both the
police and fire departments. Protective equipment is essential to create a higher level of safety for EMS
responders in cases of an active shooter. Without this equipment, EMS is forced to remain in a protected
area for extended periods until police can guarantee the situation is stable. The standby concept has been
shown to cost savable lives in these situations and the rescue task force tactic is now becoming an industry
"best practice". The potential for active shooter incidents has increased in recent years and should not be
ignored. Proactive planning and preparation for such an incident is an essential effort of public safety.
Related Cost: $ 9,500 Tax Funds Non-Recurring Recommend -Yes
Property Tax Impact: $ 0.0038 0.04%
Activity: Fire Suppression
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This improvement package would provide funding for the purchase of Target Solutions training platform.
This web-based training platform maintains compliance, delivers curriculum and tracks training. The web-
based training platform would provide classes for emergency vehicle operations, officer development,
emergency medical services, basic and advanced firefighting, and hazardous materials. Using a delivery
system like Target Solutions will improve the ability to train firefighters and paramedics. It will also reduce
the time commitment for the Training Officer to deliver the classes, freeing up time for other important
duties. Using a web-based training platform many of the classes that firefighters now receive at
headquarters or the fire training center would be available in the fire stations. This would reduce the amount
of travel and clustering of companies for classroom training. By getting more training in their respective
stations, fire and EMS companies can remain distributed around the city for more effective responses
(shorter travel times). This can positively affect the service provided to the community and ISO ratings for
response time. Maintaining a high level of training in the fire department, coupled with better distribution of
resources correlates with a high level of safety for the community.
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Related Cost: $ 8,400 Tax Funds Recurring Recommend -Yes
Property Tax Impact: $ 0.0034 0.03%
Activity: Fire Training
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This improvement package would provide funding for five radio headsets for fire engine pump operators.
The headsets are a noise canceling ear muff style with boom microphone, for use by the firefighter
operating the fire engine pump. Headsets would allow the pump operator to hear voice commands directly
through the ear muffs and allow them to talk directly into a noise canceling boom microphone. Currently,
they wear a speaker/microphone on the outside of their protective coat. The current arrangement is hard to
hear over the noise from the operating fire engine, compromising team communications. This improvement
package would provide improved coordination of operations during fire responses. The pump operator
needs to be able to hear orders and communicate any water supply problems. In addition to providing better
safety through fire-ground communications, the headsets also reduce the noise (usually over OSHA
recommended levels) for the pump operator. This feature can reduce the likelihood of hearing damage over
time.
Related Cost: $ 1,400 Tax Funds Non-Recurring Recommend -Yes
Property Tax Impact: $ 0.0006 0.01%
Activity: Fire Suppression
Significant Line Items
Employee Expense
1. FY 2019 employee expense reflects a 1.5% wage package increase.
2. The Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) City contribution increased from 8.93% in
FY 2018 to 9.44% in FY 2019. This resulted in an increase of City IPERS expense of$258 in Fire.
The employee contribution increased from 5.95% in FY 2018 to 6.29% in FY 2019.
3. Fire and Police Retirement rates in FY 2019 increased from 25.68%to 26.02% or increase of
1.32%; a cost of$21,668.
The history of the change in rates is as follows:
Previous
Fiscal Year Rate New Rate % Change $ Change
2009 25.48% 18.75% (26.41)% $ (283,311)
2010 18.75% 17.00% (9.33)% $ (102,914)
2011 17.00% 19.90% 17.06% $ 166,238
2012 19.90% 24.76% 24.42% $ 279,685
2013 24.76% 26.12% 5.49% $ 79,641
2014 26.12% 30.12% 15.31% $ 288,363
2015 30.12% 30.41% 0.96% $ 29,399
2016 30.41% 27.77% (8.68)% $ (149,604)
2017 27.77% 25.92% (6.66)% $ (75,018)
2018 25.92% 25.68% (0.93)% $ (3,696)
2019 25.68% 26.02% 1.32% $ 21,668
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4. The City portion of health insurance expense is decreased from $1,325 in FY 2018 to $1,193 in FY
2019 per month per contract which results in an annual cost savings of-$143,089 or -10.00%.
5. Insurance Premiums increased from $14,025 in FY 2018 to $14,236 in FY 2019. This line item is the
Fire stop loss insurance premium which is an ineligible expense under the worker's compensation
reserve.
6. Sick leave payout expense decreased from 86,999 in FY 2018 to $61,654 in FY 2019.
7. Police/Fire Injuries increased from $75,520 in FY 2018 to $77,408 in FY 2019 based on a ten year
average.
8. Overtime is increased from$45,745 in FY 2018 to $145,744 in FY 2019. FY 2017 actual was
$412,545.
9. Overtime - CPAT training is unchanged from$6,500 in FY 2018 to $6,500 in FY 2019. FY 2017
actual was $0 because there was not an entrance exam in Fiscal Year 2017.
10. In FY 2018, the Division Assistant Fire Chiefs in the Fire Suppression activity were inadvertently
budgeted for 2,080 hours instead of the required 2,912 hours. The FY 2018 full-time employee
expense line item is understated by$148,853. The FY 2019 budget includes 2,912 hours for the
Division Assistant Fire Chiefs in the Fire Suppression activity.
Supplies & Services
11. Uniform Purchases increased from $74,800 in FY 2018 to $94,220 in FY 2019. Beginning in FY
2018, turnout gear began to be replaced over a three-year period. Turnout gear is replaced every
ten years. There are also boots and gloves being replaced in FY 2019. In addition, this line item
includes funding for third-party testing for degradation of existing gear.
12. Education and Training increased from $51,998 in FY 2018 to $58,975 in FY 2019 based on actual
training cost, more instructors needing to complete training, two additional employees attending the
Iowa Emergency Medical Service Association conference, new Assistant Fire Marshall arson
investigation course, and the requirement for maintaining Emergency Medical Service compliance
officer certification varies each year as re-certification is needed.
13. Motor Vehicle Fuel decreased from $39,846 in FY 2018 to $34,387 in FY 2019 based on FY 2017
actual of$39,803.
14. Motor Vehicle Maintenance decreased from $189,740 in FY 2018 to $169,551 in FY 2019 based on
a three year average.
15. Software License Expense increased from $59,342 in FY 2018 to $66,907 in FY 2019 based on
actual cost.
16. General Liability Insurance decreased from $83,704 in FY 2018 to $73,904 in FY 2019 based on a
new contract negotiated.
17. Electricity Utility Expense decreased from$56,574 in FY 2018 to $42,018 in FY 2019 based on FY
2017 actual plus (17.1)%.
18. Bill Collection Services increased from $53,129 in FY 2018 to $57,947 in FY 2019 based on FY 2017
actual of$57,947. This line item represents the Life Quest billing service for Ambulance.
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19. Motor Vehicle Maintenance Outsourced increased from $47,860 in FY 2018 to $63,469 in FY 2019
based on a three year average plus 2%. FY 2017 Actual was $103,921 and included a one-time
$25,000 engine overhaul. The new ambulance purchased in Fiscal Year 2018 will reduce motor
vehicle maintenance outsourced.
20.Ambulance Medical Supplies increased from $41,244 in FY 2018 to $43,000 in FY 2019 based on
FY 2017 actual plus 5%. This line item represents medical supplies for four ambulances.
Machinery & Equipment
21. Equipment replacement items include ($221,509):
Fire Administration
Fire Station Alerting System - 3 Year Project $ 37,000
Smart Phone $ 405
Fire Training
Smart Phone $ 405
Truck $ 45,000
Fire Suppression
Confined Space Equipment $ 2,000
Furniture (Beds, Chairs) $ 7,150
Technical Rescue Truck $ 45,000
Saws (2) $ 3,000
Mowing Equipment $ 1,100
HAZMAT Respiratory Gear $ 4,908
Hose $ 7,500
Smart Phone $ 431
Fire Prevention
Smart Phone (2) $ 810
Ambulance
Ambulance Stair Chairs $ 28,800
Recommended Improvement Packages $ 38,000
Total Equipment $ 221,509
Debt Service
22. FY 2019 Debt Service is as follows ($211,044):
Final Call
Amount Debt Series Source Purpose Payment Date
$ 87,708 2017A G.O. Tax Levy Pumper Truck 2029 2025
$ 22,000 2012D G.O. General Fund Pumper Truck 2027 2019
$ 23,182 2012D G.O. General Fund Station #4 Improvements 2022 2019
$ 35,226 2014B G.O. Sales Tax 20% Fire Improvements 2034 2021
$ 21,450 2017B G.O Sales Tax 20% Ambulance Replacement 2028
$ 10,494 Planned Sales Tax 20% Structural Repairs 2039
$ 10,984 Planned Sales Tax 20% Quick Response Pumper 2039
$ 211,044 Total Fire Debt Service
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Revenue
23. County Share of HAZMAT team support increased from $75,294 in FY 2018 to $79,677 in FY 2019
based on FY 2017 actual plus 6%. Funding represents one-third of the cost for consumable
equipment and one-third of one-third of labor costs for six positions. The increase is primarily due to
personnel costs increasing.
24. Ambulance Fees decreased from$1,330,337 in FY 2018 ($279 per call) to $1,300,858 in FY 2019
($277 per call) based on FY 2017 Actual of$1,279,788. The projection is also based on call volume
and average pay back.Ambulance calls increased from 4,611 in FY 2018 to 4,696 calls in FY 2019.
It is projected that more patients will be paying with Medicaid and Medicare which pay below the
standard rate. There was a 1.1% ambulance rate increase effective January 1, 2018.
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CITY OF DUBUQUE FIRE DEPARTMENT
FIRE DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATION
1 Fire Chief
Rick Steines
1 Intern I 1 Secretary
Fire Suppression/Ambulance Fire Prevention Bureau Fire Traininp
1 Asst.Chief/Fire Marshal 1 Asst.Fire Chief
1 Asst.Fire Marshal 1 Fire EMS Supervisor
Shift I Shift II Shift III
Command#528 Command#528 Command#528
1 Asst.Fire Chief 1 Asst.Fire Chief 1 Asst.Fire Chief Location of Fire Companies
1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator
Command#528
Engine Company#501 Engine Company#501 Engine Company#501 Fire Headquarters
1 Fire Lieutenant 1 Fire Lieutenant 1 Fire Captain 11 West 9th Street
1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator
3 Fire Fighters 3 Fire Fighters 3 Fire Fighters Engine Company#501
Fire Headquarters
11 West 9th Street
Engine Company#502 Engine Company#502 Engine Company#502 Engine Company#502
1 Fire Captain 1 Fire Lieutenant 1 Fire Lieutenant 2180 John F.Kennedy Road
1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator
1 Fire Fighter 1 Fire Fighter 1 Fire Fighter Engine Company#503
3155 Central Avenue
Engine Company#503 Engine Company#503 Engine Company#503 Engine Company#505
1 Fire Lieutenant 1 Fire Captain 1 Fire Lieutenant 689 So.Grandview Avenue
1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator
1 Fire Fighter 1 Fire Fighter 1 Fire Fighter Engine#506
1500 Rhomberg Avenue
Engine Company#505 Engine Company#505 Engine Company#505 Ladder Company#511
1 Fire Lieutenant 1 Fire Captain 1 Fire Lieutenant Fire Headquarters
1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator 11 West 9th Street
Engine Company#506 Engine Company#506 Engine Company#506 Ladder Company#512
1 Fire Lieutenant 1 Fire Lieutenant 1 Fire Captain 1697 University Avenue
1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator
Truck Company#511 Ladder Company#511 Ladder Company#511 Ambulance-Medic#551
1 Fire Captain 1 Fire Lieutenant 1 Fire Lieutenant Fire Headquarters
1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator 11 West 9th Street
2 Fire Fighters 2 Fire Fighters 2 Fire Fighters
Truck Company#512 Ladder Company#512 Ladder Company#512 Ambulance-Medic#552
1 Fire Lieutenant 1 Fire Lieutenant 1 Fire Captain 1697 University Avenue
1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator 1 Fire Equipment Operator
1 Fire Fighter 1 Fire Fighter 1 Fire Fighter
2 Ambulances 2 Ambulances 2 Ambulances 89 Uniformed Positions
1 Captain 1 Captain 1 Captain I Civilian Position
1 Lieutenant 1 Lieutenant 1 Lieutenant
2 Medical Officers 2 Medical Officers 2 Medical Officers
Budgeted Company Positions Shown Do Not Reflect Actual Daily Staffing
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FIRE DEPARTMENT
Dubuque Fire Department works to protect, assist and educate our community and visitors
with pride, skill and compassion.
Dubuque Fire
Department
Administration
Emergency
Fire Suppression Medical Service Training Fire Prevention
(Ambulance)
SUCCESS IS ABOUT PLANNING, PARTNERSHIPS AND PEOPLE
LEADING TO OUTCOMES
PEOPLE PLANNING
Provide quality Prepare and train with
assistance and other city departments,
county agencies,
solutions to our citizens health care providers,
and visitors who often and private agencies to
have nowhere to turn in assure quick response
time of need. We to disasters and
engage the community emergencies affecting
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neighborhoods and
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Create and maintain strong relationships with area fire, EMS, and law enforcement,
utilities, and health care providers to assure the best-possible response to emergencies.
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FIRE DEPARTMENT
Revenue and Property Tax Support
$10,000,000
$9,000,000
$8,000,000
$7,000,000
$6,000,000
$5,000,000
$4,000,000
$3,000,000
$2,000,000
$1,000,000
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Gaming/Sales Tax Abated Debt Operating Revenue Property Tax Support
FY 2017 FY 2018 FY 2019
The Fire Department is supported by 90.16 full-time equivalent employees, which accounts for 88.5%
of the department expense as seen below. Overall, the department's expenses are expected to
increase by 0.58% in FY 2019 compared to FY 2018.
Expenditures by Category by Fiscal Year
$10,390,902
Employee Expense $10,033,125
$10,087,466
- $843,891
Supplies and Services $878,217
$876,996
$496,680
Machinery and Equipment $230,428
I $221,509
$1,168,648
Debt Service $189,905
I $211,044
$0 $5,000,000 $10,000,000 $15,000,000
FY 2017 FY 2018 U FY 2019
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FIRE DEPARTMENT
Fire Administration
Overview
Fire Administration is responsible for developing long and short-range goals for fire and EMS
service, establishing policy for twenty-four hour a day operations and conducting all other
administrative duties of the Fire Department.
The Fire Department force consists of 90 personnel with 6 stations, housing 5 engines
(pumpers), 2 ladder trucks, 2 ambulances, and a command vehicle.
Administration Funding Summary
FY 2017 Actual FY 2018 Budget FY 2019 Requested
Expenditures $900,758 $528,354 $463,637
Resources $158,001 $8,478 $7,337
Administration Position Summary
FY 2019
Fire Chief 1.00
Intern 0.16
Secretary 1.00
Total FT Equivalent Employees 2.16
Highlights of the Past Year
• Update to Strategic Plan Goals and Objectives
• Completed a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT)
analysis with employees.
• Updated Strategic Plan Appendix 1 (Goals and Objectives) for 2017.
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• Creation of Department Policy Manual
• Annual update to department policy manual.
• Conversion of applicable general orders to policy statements.
• Completion of updates to Mutual-aid and 28E agreements with other agencies.
• Insurance valuations done on all six fire stations.
• Power purchase agreement resulting in installation of solar arrays on five fire stations.
• Worked with various other departments to create procedures for establishing an
Emergency Operations Center during emergencies.
• Fire station automatic alerting (phase 1) completed and system rules and procedures
established.
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Future Initiatives
• Continue programming that encourages and supports fire service careers in the
community.
Serve as mentors for paramedic and firefighting students who are not otherwise
affiliated with a response agency.
1. Provide ride-a-tong and job-shadow opportunities for six students in
calendar year 2018.
c Strengthen partnerships with local schools to educate youth on fire service/EMS
careers.
1. Participate in five career day activities, completing presentations to middle
and high school groups by May 1, 2019.
• Continue to implement industry best practices to shorten response time to calls for
service.
1. Assess responses by call type to determine correct units are being sent and
apply corrections by July 1, 2018.
2. Implement phase two and three of automatic alerting fire stations by end of
FY2019.
3. Reduce response time by setting benchmark for leaving the station within 80
seconds of dispatch.
4. Complete Standard of Cover document by October 1, 2018 outlining current
response capability baselines and future benchmarks.
5. Long-range benchmark goat of first unit on scene within 5 minutes 20 seconds of
dispatch.
First Unit Dispatch to On Scene FY 2016 FY 2017
Fire Suppression 90th Percenti 7:46 6:41
EMS 90th Percentile 6:14 6:25
• Seek industry best practices that reduce the road miles traveled by heavy fire
apparatus.
1. Request alternate vehicle styles and features to maximize efficiency for
FY2019.
2. implement refinements in computer dispatching system interface with
automatic alerting to maximize system features by October 1, 2018.
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Performance Measures
Fire Administration -Activity Statement
Provide management, administrative and public information services to internal and external customers while
ensuring the efficient daily operation of the Dubuque Fire Department.
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Outcome #1: Recruit a diverse workforce that represents the citizens of the community
1. Provided equipment support and hands-on learning assistance to a "Down Town"EMT training
course in partnership with NICC to expand career training to a broader audience of students.
2. For FY2017 a total of 56 hours of ride-a-long were provided to seven people interested in fire
service careers or training in a fire/EMS related field.
3. Partnered with Multicultural Family Center and "Future Talk"program to create a career
orientation program reaching 19 teenage youth.
4. Department personnel participated in seven career fair events, including presenting 16 times to
middle, high, and college students.
5. Fire Department intern program in place providing career exploration opportunities for two
interns per fiscal year.
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Outcome #2: Pursue National Accreditation
1. Annual appraisal of all major program activities completed.
2. Implemented new reporting mechanism for National Fire Protection Association response
tracking.
3. Re-focused organizational objectives to incorporate self-assessment of operations
Outcome #3: Maintain a reliable fire apparatus fleet
1. Updated a five-year replacement schedule for apparatus.
2. Policies in place that maintain service life through reduction of miles traveled by heavy
ladder trucks.
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FIRE DEPARTMENT
Ladder Truck Miles
12,000 11,228
11,000 10,442
10,000 9,334
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FY 2014 FY 2015 FY 2016 FY 2017
1. Switch to new ambulance chassis, providing better ride and improved fuel mileage.
2. Established re-fueling alternatives for west-end fire engine. Creates more in-service
availability to west-end and lowers miles driven.
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Overview
The training activity provides training to the members of the fire department in all disciplines of our
response. In addition to member training this activity is also responsible for testing of apparatus pumps,
hose, and ladders. Training oversees promotional testing, entrance examinations, company training,
and the new member training academy. The training officer also serves as the department safety
officer, and hazardous materials response coordinator and provides training to other city department
employees.
Training Funding Summary
FY 2017 Actual FY 2018 Budget FY 2019 Requested
Expenditures $166,949 $197,355 $238,789
Resources $74,072 $— $—
Training Position Summary
FY 2019
Assistant Fire Chief 1.00
Total FT Equivalent Employee 1.00
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FIRE DEPARTMENT
Hiahliahtc of +hn Past Year
• Aggressive training to improve fire suppression response
• Six incident commanders have completed certification in Blue Card Incident
Command. This nationally recognized certification provides better coordination
and control of emergency incidents.
• All firefighters participated in two live-fire training events. This training
incorporated the latest industry "best practices" for structural fire attack.
• Train on Special Hazards
• Hazardous Materials Team trained with the Dubuque CAER group to practice
containing hazardous materials released on open water and frozen waterways.
• Technical Rescue Team trained on removing victims from above ground tanks
and sub-surface spaces at the National Education Center for Agricultural Safety
in Peosta.
• Firefighters hired in 2017 completed an 8-week, 320-hour fire academy
exceeding the state standard requirements for new firefighters.
• Firefighter fitness
• Peer Fitness Trainers incorporated fitness and lifting education into the annual
fire academy for new firefighters.
• Peer Fitness Trainers provided training for all firefighters on proper lifting
techniques while moving patients.
suture Initiatives
• Develop fire officer skills
• Three additional officers to Blue Card incident command training during FY 2019.
• Pursue purchase of a web-based training platform to provide officer development
programming. Implement by January 1, 2019.
• Provide training and support of firefighter fitness
• Maintain Peer Fitness Trainer certifications for three members.
• Present department-wide training in FY2019 for wellness using the Wellness/
fitness Initiatives guidelines from national organizations.
• Assure the accuracy of training records and certification
• Recover from Iowa Fire Service Training Bureau breakdown in certification.
Ensure all requirements for re-testing of personnel and current certifications are
completed by October 1. 2018.
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Performance Measures
Training -Activity Statement
Develop and strengthen the firefighter's knowledge, skills and abilities so as to provide professional and
proficient service to the Dubuque Fire Department and the community it serves.
Goal: Financially Responsible, High Performance Organization °'°
Outcome #1: Be prepared for high risk, low frequency events
1. Technical Rescue Team completed rescue scenarios from unique elevated heights.
2. Two members completed the "Crude by Rail"hazardous materials course at Texas A&M.
Focuses on response to crude oil train emergencies.
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Outcome #2: Provide Current and Relevant Training
1. All firefighters participated in two "Live Fire"drills at the county training center in 2017.
2. Three Assistant Fire Chiefs certified in Blue Card incident command training.
3. Acquired structures were used for hands-on drills to practice modern-day firefighting skills. This
provides real-life and unfamiliar layouts to train on firefighting tactics.
Outcome #3: Promoting Firefighter fitness and wellness
1. Three PEER fitness trainers provided instruction on use of recently acquired fitness equipment.
2. Mental Health trainers presented information on coping techniques related to occupational
hazards of high stress to all members.
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FIRE DEPARTMENT
Emergency Medical Services (Ambulance)
Overview
The ambulance activity is committed to safeguarding our citizens and visitors by providing
excellence in pre-hospital emergency medicine. The ambulance service delivers efficient,
prompt advanced life support and transportation in times of medical and traumatic need in both
emergency and non-emergency situations. Two paramedics staff each of the ambulances
along with a first arriving fire engine staffed with a paramedic.
Emergency Medical Services Funding Summary
FY 2017 Actual FY 2018 Budget FY 2019 Requested
Expenditures $1,906,643 $1,703,949 $1,707,024
Resources $1,293,470 $1,336,337 $1,312,314
Emergency Medical Services Position Summary
FY 2019
Ambulance Medical Officer 6.00
Fire Captain 2.00
Fire Lieutenant 4.00
EMS Supervisor 1.00
Total FT Equivalent Employees 13.00
Highlights of the Past Year
• Awarded EMS-Gold by the American Heart Association for excellence in heart
attack care.
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• Transitioned EMS reporting to new vendor software with mobile device capabilities.
• Replacement ambulance ordered and being built.
• Transitioned to a new Medical Director.
• Installed power cot-loading devices on three ambulances.
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Future Initiatives
• Implement advanced EMS hands-on training opportunities for all personnel using
new training manikins before July 1, 2018.
• Establish definitive national criteria for measuring cardiac survival rates for calendar
year 2018.
• Present "hands-only" CPR training events to the public in calendar year 2018,
reaching 300 people.
• Complete the quality control program for EMS in FY2018 and use evaluations to
implement training initiatives for FY2019.
• Assess EMS equipment needs on Paramedic Engines, and develop a five-year
replacement schedule for equipment for FY2020.
Performance Measures
Emergency Medical Services (Ambulance) -Activity Statement
Provide the highest level of pre-hospital care to our community.
VDUBUW
" Goal: Healthy and Safe
Outcome #1: Provide advanced emergency care as quickly as possible while reducing
on-scene times for ambulances
1. Paramedic engine companies had a travel time less than 4 minutes and 37 seconds to 90% of
the EMS calls for service. By maintaining good distribution of available companies patients start
receiving paramedic care quickly.
DID YOU KNOW?
Every fire engine or ladder truck
carries an Automated External
Defibrillator(AED). This assures
the closest apparatus can"shock"a
heart attack victim if needed.
Outcome #2: Maintain out-of-hospital cardiac arrest survival above the American heart
Association national average
1. Survival rate for Dubuque Fire/EMS patients in FY17 was 9.6%.
111. Cardiac Survival Rate
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Dubuque Average AHA National Average
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2. Dubuque firefighters trained over 150 people in "Hands-only" CPR during EMS week in
May 2017.
DID YOU KNOW?
Fire engines and ambulances are
tracked by GPS so that the closest
unit is sent to your location.
Fire Suppression
Overview
The Fire Suppression activity protects life and property by responding to all types of calls for
service. Call types include but are not limited to: fires, hazardous material releases, specialized
rescues and emergency medical responses with the EMS activity resources. In addition the
suppression activity performs fire inspections and assigned rental housing inspections, hydrant
maintenance, personnel training and maintains/cleans all buildings, vehicles and equipment
assigned. The activity is provided from 6 fire station locations using 18 vehicles and 72
personnel to maintain 24 hour per day availability.
Fire Suppression Funding Summary
FY 2019
FY 2017 Actual FY 2018 Budget Requested
Expenditures $8,460,129 $8,436,906 $8,479,176
Resources $19,269 $81,294 $8,253
Fire Suppression Position Summary
FY 2019
Assistant Fire Chief 3.00
Fire Captain 7.00
Fire Equipment Operator 24.00
Fire Lieutenant 14.00
Firefighter 24.00
Total FT Equivalent Employees 72.00
Highlights of the Past Year
• Established a common review process for significant incidents. System is used by
all shifts to share information on lessons learned. Reports are shared across all
shifts for training purposes.
• Implemented new fire hose loads that improve speed of deployment for a faster
water application time.
• Reviewed and updated dozens of Standard Operating Guidelines. Established
procedures matching latest industry best practices.
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• Maintained a review process for dispatch irregularities. Clarified and corrected
dispatch procedures to better match needs.
• Placed new Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus in service resulting in added
features and reduced maintenance costs.
Future Initiatives
• Develop and practice procedures for operations during computer system down-time.
Create work-arounds for lost technology in mobile computer terminals and office
computers. Practice use in FY2019.
• Replace aging fire hose to meet NFPA standards. Continue replacement of 2 Y"
fire hose based on age as budget allows.
• Place new fire engine in service at Fire Headquarters in 2018.
Performance Measures
Fire Suppression -Activity Statement
Provide the highest level of pre-hospital care to our community.
( �DUBU ue
V "'Goal: Healthy and Safe tri
Outcome #1: Control fires while still small, keeping property damage to a minimum for
property owners
1. Control fires by keeping flame spread within the room of origin at 65% of structure fires
(excluding out buildings).
2. For FY2017, 93% of structure fires were controlled within the room-of-origin.
Fires Controlled Fires Controlled
FY2016 FY2017
7%
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■Flame Confined
27 to Room of
Origin Origin
■Flame Spread ■FlameSpread
73% Beyond Room of 93% Beyond Room
Origin of Origin
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Outcome #2: Reduce Fire Hazards through Inspections
1. In-service fire crews used tablet computers to complete 1407 business inspections in FY 2017
DID YOU KNOW?
Firefighters perform inspections, present programs, flush fire hydrants, perform vehicle
and building maintenance, and do most of their training while in-service and available to
respond to calls for service?
Call Volume by Type
5,000
4000
3000
2000
1000
FY 2014 FY 2015 FY 2016 FY 2017
Fire EMS Other
Fire Prevention
Overview
The Fire Prevention Bureau is committed to preventing fires before they occur through community
education involving schools, neighborhood associations, civic groups and business. Fire prevention is
also achieved through safety inspections of rental and business occupancies. If a fire does occur the
Fire Marshal's office will investigate fire cause and origin of the affected property. Working with other
city departments the Fire Marshal's office reviews new construction and improvement plans in an effort
to promote a safe working environment and continued operation.
Fire Prevention Funding Summary
FY 2017
Actual FY 2018 Budget FY 2019 Requested
Expenditures $302,185.7 $275,206 297,345
Resources $3,050 $1,780 1,990
Fire Prevention Position Summary
FY 2019
Fire Marshall 1.00
Assistant Fire Marshall 1.00
Total FT Equivalent Employees 2.00
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Highlights of the Past Year
• Staff worked on update to the fireworks ordinance to meet new State law requirements
and determine appropriate code application and monitor permits. Also, performed
inspections of local firework sales locations.
• Implemented enhanced inspection program for exterior fire escapes.
• FMO staff presented youth fire academy program to middle school-aged children and
Future Talk participants reaching 29 students.
• Implemented new third-party inspection tracking system for private fire protection
equipment.
• Fire Prevention took over the inspection tracking of 439 commercial kitchen suppression
systems formerly done by the Building Services Department.
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Future Initiatives
• Develop a Community Risk Reduction Program. Completion by October 2018.
• Continue smoke detector installation program in FY2019 after loss of funding from Iowa
State Fire Marshal's Office.
• Add fire escapes and private fire hydrant inspections to the third-party tracking system
in 2018.
Performance Measures
Fire Prevention -Activity Statement
Protect and assist our community and visitors in cases of fires and other hazards through education, safety
inspections of existing properties and plan reviews of future projects.
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e Goal: Healthy and Safe
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Outcome #1: Improve Exterior Fire Escape Code Compliance
1. Send out inspection notification to 75% of fire escape owners in FY 2018, with remainder sent in
FY 2019.
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Outcome#2: Ensure building safety and fire code regulations for businesses
1649 fire inspections were completed in FY 2017. We are meeting our goal to complete
business inspections within a three-year cycle.
Business Inspections Completed
ALL TYPES 1111 1228
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■ 2017 2016 2015 ■2014
Outcome#3: Maintain a robust program to install smoke detectors in targeted
occupancies
Using grant funded smoke detectors from the Iowa State Fire Marshal and the American Red
Cross, Dubuque firefighters installed 1108 detectors in FY 2017.
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Recommended Operating Revenue Budget - Department Total
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FY16 Actual FY17 Actual FY18 Adopted FY 19 Recomm'd
Fund Account Account Title Expense Expense Budget Budget
100 42135 SERVICE STATION LICENSE 1,250 1,890 1,600 1,890
100 42140 BULK PLANT LICENSES 0 0 180 0
100 42245 PERMIT BLASTING 0 100 0 0
42-LICENSES AND PERMITS 1,250 1,890 1,780 1,890
400 43110 INVESTMENT EARNINGS 0 1,190 0 0
43-USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY 0 1,190 0 0
400 44100 BAB SUBSIDY NON GRANT 17,779 17,136 17,779 0
44-INTERGOVERMENTAL 17,779 17,136 17,779 0
100 46205 COUNTY SHARE 71,889 73,862 75,294 79,677
46-LOCAL GRANT AND REIMBURSE 71,889 73,862 75,294 79,677
100 51905 AMBULANCE FEES 1,270,266 1,279,788 1,330,337 1,300,858
51-CHARGES FOR SERVICES 1,270,266 1,279,788 1,330,337 1,300,858
100 53102 PRIVATE PARTICIPANT 1,662 0 0 0
100 53403 IA DISTRICT COURT FINES 631 119 0 119
100 53530 SPECIALIZED SERVICES 18,657 19,889 12,500 19,889
100 53605 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE (5,347) 2,340 1,260 120
100 53610 INSURANCE CLAIMS 4,013 0 0 0
100 53615 DAMAGE CLAIMS 641 13,882 0 0
100 53620 REIMBURSEMENTS-GENERAL 4,122 8,596 6,718 7,018
100 53625 REIMBURSEMENTS-TRAINING 988 210 0 210
53-MISCELLANEOUS 25,367 45,036 20,478 27,356
400 54210 GO BOND PROCEEDS 0 963,673 0 0
400 54220 BOND DISCOUNT 0 31,041 0 0
54-OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 0 963,673 0 0
400 59100 FR GENERAL 31,420 26,182 30,064 45,182
100 59210 FRDICWTIF 0 147,186 0 0
400 59350 FR SALES TAX CONSTRUCTION 36,074 40,197 81,603 78,154
59-TRANSFER IN AND INTERNAL 67,494 213,565 111,667 123,336
13-FIRE DEPARTMENT TOTAL 1,454,045 2,596,140 1,557,335 1,533,117
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Recommended Operating Expenditure Budget - Department Total
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FY16 Actual FY17 Actual FY18 Adopted FY 19 Recomm'd
Fund Account Account Title Expense Expense Budget Budget
100 61010 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES 5,936,254 6,101,429 6,296,055 6,369,341
100 61030 SEASONAL EMPLOYEES 516 1,295 3,504 3,486
100 61050 OVERTIME PAY 202,376 412,545 45,745 145,744
100 61052 OVERTIME-CPAT 5,750 0 6,500 6,500
100 61070 HOLIDAY PAY 220,643 208,132 236,964 235,042
100 61091 SICK LEAVE PAYOFF 98,551 113,842 86,999 61,654
100 61092 VACATION PAYOFF 14,178 19,079 0 0
100 61310 IPERS 4,188 4,309 4,610 4,979
100 61320 SOCIAL SECURITY 86,092 91,186 92,282 95,855
100 61370 POLICE&FIRE RETIREMENT 1,694,765 1,624,035 1,666,992 1,707,339
100 61410 HEALTH INSURANCE 1,452,338 1,431,000 1,430,989 1,287,900
100 61411 INSURANCE PREMIUM 0 0 14,025 14,236
100 61415 WORKMENS'COMPENSATION 166 171 176 151
100 61416 LIFE INSURANCE 3,801 3,750 12,614 4,581
100 61620 UNIFORM ALLOWANCE 44,890 45,109 47,850 48,400
100 61640 SAFETY EQUIPMENT 99 0 200 10,500
100 61660 EMPLOYEE PHYSICALS 5,679 6,140 6,100 7,650
100 61665 OTHER MEDICAL COSTS 28,222 34,926 0 0
100 61670 CIVIL SERVICE PHYSICALS 1,732 4,803 6,000 6,700
100 61675 POLICE/FIRE INJURIES 86,636 289,151 75,520 77,408
61-WAGES ANT)BENEFITS 9,886,876 10,390,902 10,033,125 10,087,466
100 62,010 OFFICE SUPPLIES 547 458 558 458
100 62,011 UNIFORM PURCHASES 20,022 34,699 74,800 94,220
100 62,030 POSTAGE AND SHIPPING 552 1,422 1,048 2,222
100 62,034 REPAIR PARTS/SUPPLIES 5,913 1,965 6,031 3,320
100 62,051 RADIO BATTERY/REPAIR 1,243 650 2,500 5,000
100 62,061 DP EQUIP.MAINT CONTRACTS 33,896 34,563 26,296 35,164
100 62,090 PRINTING&BINDING 568 940 1,379 329
100 62,110 COPYING/REPRODUCTION 1,193 1,481 1,193 1,481
100 62,130 LEGAL NOTICES&ADS 2,616 503 2,669 1,500
100 62,170 SUBSCRIPTIONS-BOOKS-MAPS 1,305 1,832 1,946 1,495
100 62,190 DUES&MEMBERSHIPS 1,395 734 1,423 734
100 62,206 PROPERTY INSURANCE 8,090 6,837 7,049 9,186
100 62,207 BOILER INSURANCE 554 0 0 0
100 62,208 GENERAL LIABILITYINSURAN 76,585 79,715 83,704 73,904
100 62,310 TRAVEL-CONFERENCES 2,500 2,198 5,600 2,500
100 62,320 TRAVEL-CITY BUSINESS 231 0 235 200
100 62,360 EDUCATION&TRAINING 26,357 39,649 51,998 58,975
100 62,362 EDUCATION&TRAIN-CPAT 0 0 500 0
100 62,411 UTILITYEXP-ELECTRICITY 54,398 50,683 56,574 42,018
100 62,412 UTILITYEXP-GAS 15,415 16,693 16,957 17,528
100 62,421 TELEPHONE 8,727 9,355 8,728 8,105
100 62,424 RADIO/PAGERFEE 7,400 0 0 0
100 62,431 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE 31,355 46,577 36,983 39,406
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FY16 Actual FY17 Actual FY18 Adopted FY 19 Recomm'd
Fund Account Account Title Expense Expense Budget Budget
100 62,433 CUSTODIAL SERVICES 1,869 2,010 1,906 2,010
100 62,434 HVAC MAINTENANCE 2,625 1,584 4,178 3,100
100 62,436 RENTAL OF SPACE 8,576 8,496 9,055 8,052
100 62,511 FUEL,MOTOR VEHICLE 39,847 39,803 39,846 34,387
100 62,512 FUEL,OFF ROAD VEHICLE 0 443 400 452
100 62,521 MOTOR VEHICLE MAINT. 172,520 196,368 189,740 169,551
100 62,528 MOTOR VEH.MAINT.OUTSOUR 63,959 103,921 47,860 63,469
100 62,611 MACH/EQUIP MAINTENANCE 9,866 8,062 15,364 8,807
100 62,614 EQUIP MAINT CONTRACT 0 11,281 13,200 11,281
100 62,639 LIQUID CO2/02 4,929 4,040 5,027 4,040
100 62,642 FOOD PRODUCTS 214 87 218 250
100 62,648 AMBULANCE MED SUPPLIES 40,436 41,035 41,244 43,000
100 62,649 BEVERAGE/ICE 397 259 405 259
100 62,663 SOFTWARE LICENSE EXP 31,721 24,799 59,342 66,907
100 62,667 INTERNET SERVICES 1,939 1,787 1,800 1,920
100 62,668 PROGRAM EQUIP/SUPPLIES 111 30 150 700
100 62,696 OUTSIDE COLLECTOR EXPENSE 127 0 0 0
400 62,713 LEGAL SERVICES 0 2,013 0 0
100 62,716 CONSULTANT SERVICES 5,815 0 0 0
400 62,721 FINANCIAL CONSULTANT 0 1,739 0 0
100 62,725 BILL COLLECTION SERVICES 51,437 57,947 53,129 57,947
100 62,730 HAZARD SPILL CLEAN-UP 5,374 2,119 5,482 2,119
400 62,731 MISCELLANEOUS SERVICES 0 4,620 0 0
100 62,732 TEMP HELPCONTRACT SERV. 341 495 1,700 1,000
62-SUPPLIES AND SERVICES 742,965 843,892 878,217 876,996
100 71120 PERIPHERALS,COMPUTER 135 0 4,000 0
100 71123 SOFTWARE 0 0 8,000 0
100 71156 FURNITURE 6,535 4,753 6,050 7,150
100 71310 AUTO/JEEP REPLACEMENT 0 33,325 0 0
100 71312 VAN/PICKUP/WAG REPL 0 66,641 0 90,000
100 71415 SAWS 0 2,056 3,000 3,000
100 71611 MOWING EQUIPMENT 1,112 1,079 1,000 1,100
100 72113 OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT 1,300 14,836 69,000 38,300
100 72114 CONFINED SPACE EQUIMENT 1,752 2,317 2,000 2,000
100 72116 SAFETY EQUIP.,FIRE DEPT 0 262 22,300 17,600
100 72213 BODY ARMOR 0 0 0 9,500
100 72410 PAGER/RADIO EQUIPMENT 0 5,855 0 0
100 72418 TELEPHONE RELATED 337 1,773 535 2,051
100 72419 PA SYSTEM 0 230,824 103,000 37,000
100 72421 HEADSETS 0 0 0 1,400
100 72611 HAZ.MAT.-RESP.GEAR 153 3,730 4,043 4,908
100 72612 RESUSITATION KITS 0 128,000 0 0
100 72613 HOSE 3,178 1,231 7,500 7,500
71-EQUIPMENT 14,502 496,682 230,428 221,509
400 74111 PRINCIPAL PAYMENT 113,279 1,098,279 139,633 138,805
400 74112 INTEREST PAYMENT 74,275 70,369 50,272 72,239
74-DEBT SERVICE 187,554 1,168,648 189,905 211,044
100 91,880 TO WORKERS COMP RESERVE 0 13,564 0 0
91-TRANSFER TO 0 13,564 0 0
13-FIRE DEPARTMENT TOTAL 10,831,897 12,913,688 11,331,675 11,397,015
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Recommended Expenditure Budget Report by Activity & Funding Source
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FIRE ADMINISTRATION - 13100
FUNDING SOURCE: GENERAL
Account FY17 Actual Expense FY18 Adopted Budget FY19 Recomm'd Budget
EQUIPMENT 276,294 103,000 37,405
SUPPLIES AND SERVICES 19,727 48,228 43,994
TRANSFER TO 13,564
WAGES AND BENEFITS 591,174 377,126 382,238
FIRE ADMINISTRATION900,758 528,354
FIRE TRAINING - 13200
FUNDING SOURCE:GENERAL
Account FY17 Actual Expense FY18 Adopted Budget FY19 Recomm'd Budget
EQUIPMENT 387 11,000 45,405
SUPPLIES AND SERVICES 27,155 41,559 53,551
WAGES AND BENEFITS 139,406 144,796 139,833
FIRE TRAINING 166,949
AMBULAN t. I
FUNDING SOURCE:GENERAL
Account FY17 Actual Expense FY18 Adopted Budget FY19 Recomm'd Budget
EQUIPMENT 128,000 62,000 28,800
SUPPLIES AND SERVICES 174,323 182,071 187,125
WAGES AND BENEFITS 1,604,320 1,459,878 1,491,099
AMBULANCE 1,906,643 1,707,024
FIRE SUPPRESSION - 13400
FUNDING SOURCE:GENERAL
Account FY17 Actual Expense FY18 Adopted Budget FY19 Recomm'd Budget
EQUIPMENT 63,587 54,428 91,489
SUPPLIES AND SERVICES 598,442 588,305 571,522
WAGES AND BENEFITS 7,798,099 7,794,173 7,816,165
FIRE SUPPRESSION 8,460,129 8,436,90 8,479,
FIRE PREVENTION - 13700
FUNDING SOURCE:GENERAL
Account FY17 Actual Expense FY18 Adopted Budget FY19 Recomm'd Budget
EQUIPMENT 28,413 - 18,410
SUPPLIES AND SERVICES 15,871 18,054 20,804
WAGES AND BENEFITS 257,902 257,152 258,131
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FIRE PREVENTION 302,186 275,206
DEBT SERVICE - 13800
FUNDING SOURCE:DEBT SERVICE
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Account FY17 Actual Expense FY18 Adopted Budget FY19 Recomm'd Budget
DEBT SERVICE 1,168,648 189,905 211,044
SUPPLIES AND SERVICES 8,373 — —
DEBT SERVICE 1,177,020 189,905 211,044
FIRE DEPARTMENT TOTAL $ 12,913,685.45 $ 11,331,675.00 $ 11,397,015.00
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DEPARTMENT DETAIL-PERSONNEL COMPLEMENT
13 FIRE DEPARTMENT
FY 2017 FY 2018 FY 2019
FD JC WP-GR JOB CLASS FTE BUDGET FTE BUDGET FTE BUDGET
61010 Full Time Employee Expense
100 7125 GE-44 FIRE CHIEF 1.00 $ 125,712 1.00 $ 134,764 1.00 $ 137,723
100 7025 GE-38 ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF 3.00 $ 285,219 3.00 $ 293,381 3.00 $ 300,430
100 7000 GE-38 ASST FIRE CHIEF-FIRE MARSHALL 1.00 $ 95,938 1.00 $ 97,481 1.00 $ 99,223
100 7050 GE-38 ASST FIRE CHIEF-TRAINING (80) 1.00 $ 88,622 1.00 $ 95,029 1.00 $ 97,993
100 6975 GE-35 EMS SUPERVISOR 1.00 $ 82,081 1.00 $ 83,382 1.00 $ 84,599
100 6915 GE-34 ASST FIRE MARSHALL 1.00 $ 77,393 1.00 $ 78,639 1.00 $ 79,822
100 225 GE-25 SECRETARY 1.00 $ 47,357 1.00 $ 48,120 1.00 $ 49,261
100 6900 F-O5 FIRE CAPTAIN (112 HRS) 7.00 $ 520,894 7.00 $ 531,314 7.00 $ 541,477
100 F-O5 FIRE CAPTAIN -AMBULANCE 2.00 $ 149,803 2.00 $ 151,033 2.00 $ 153,861
100 F-04 FIRE LIEUTENANT-AMBULANCE 4.00 $ 277,758 4.00 $ 282,986 4.00 $ 287,818
100 6750 F-04 FIRE LIEUTENANT (112 HRS) 14.00 $ 983,742 14.00 $1,001,588 14.00 $1,015,847
100 6650 F-03 AMBULANCE MEDICAL OFFICER 6.00 $ 403,342 6.00 $ 407,541 6.00 $ 406,861
100 6625 F-02 FIRE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 23.00 $ 1,522,051 24.00 $1,613,624 24.00 $1,630,900
100 6300 F-01 FIREFIGHTER 25.00 $ 1,501,755 24.00 $1,477,173 24.00 $1,483,526
TOTAL FULL TIME EMPLOYEES 90.00 $ 6,161,667 90.00 $6,296,055 90.00 $6,369,341
61030 Seasonal Employee Expense
100 NA-31 FIRE INTERN 0.16 $ 3,448 0.16 $ 3,504 0.16 $ 3,486
TOTAL SEASONAL EMPLOYEES 0.16 $ 3,448 0.16 $ 3,504 0.16 $ 3,486
TOTAL FIRE DEPT. 90.16 $ 6,165,115 90.16 $6,299,559 90.16 $6,372,827
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ACTIVITY PERSONNEL COMPLEMENT SUMMARY
FY 2017 FY 2018 FY 2019
ACCT FD JC WP-GR POSITION CLASS FTE BUDGET FTE BUDGET FTE BUDGET
Fire Administration-Full-lime
10013100 61010 100 225 GE-25 SECRETARY 1.00 $ 47,357 1.00 $ 48,120 1.00 $ 49,261
10013100 61010 100 7125 GE-44 FIRE CHIEF 1.00 $ 125,712 1.00 $ 134,764 1.00 $ 137,723
Total 2.00 $ 173,069 2.00 $ 182,884 2.00 $ 186,984
Fire Administration-Seasonal
10013100 61030 100 NA-31 FIRE INTERN 0.16 $ 3,448 0.16 $ 3,504 0.16 $ 3,486
Total 0.16 $ 3,448 0.16 $ 3,504 0.16 $ 3,486
Fire Suppression-Full-lime
10013400 61010 100 6625 F-02 FIRE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 23.00 $ 1,522,051 24.00 $1,613,624 24.00 $1,630,900
10013400 61010 100 6900 F-05 FIRE CAPTAIN (112 HRS) 7.00 $ 520,894 7.00 $ 531,314 7.00 $ 541,477
10013400 61010 100 7025 GE-38 ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF 3.00 $ 285,219 3.00 $ 293,381 3.00 $ 300,430
10013400 61010 100 6300 F-01 FIREFIGHTER 25.00 $ 1,501,755 24.00 $1,477,173 24.00 $1,483,526
10013400 61010 100 6750 F-04 FIRE LIEUTENANT(112 HRS) 14.00 $ 983,742 14.00 $1,001,588 14.00 $1,015,847
Total 72.00 $4,813,661 72.00 $4,917,080 72.00 $4,972,180
Fire Prevention-Full-Time
10013700 61010 100 6915 GE-34 ASST FIRE MARSHALL 1.00 $ 77,393 1.00 $ 78,639 1.00 $ 79,822
ASST FIRE CHIEF-FIRE
10013700 61010 100 7000 GE-38 MARSHALL 1.00 $ 95,938 1.00 $ 97,481 1.00 $ 99,223
Total 2.00 $ 173,331 2.00 $ 176,120 2.00 $ 179,045
Fire Training-Full-Time
ASST FIRE CHIEF-TRAINING
10013200 61010 100 7050 GE-38 (80) 1.00 $ 88,622 1.00 $ 95,029 1.00 $ 97,993
Total 1.00 $ 88,622 1.00 $ 95,029 1.00 $ 97,993
Ambulance
10013300 61010 100 6975 GE-35 EMS SUPERVISOR 1.00 $ 82,081 1.00 $ 83,382 1.00 $ 84,599
10013300 61010 100 F-05 CAPTAIN 2.00 $ 149,803 2.00 $ 151,033 2.00 $ 153,861
10013300 61010 100 F-04 LIEUTENANT 4.00 $ 277,758 4.00 $ 282,986 4.00 $ 287,818
AMBULANCE MEDICAL
10013300 61010 100 6650 F-03 OFFICER 6.00 $ 403,342 6.00 $ 407,541 6.00 $ 406,861
Total 13.00 $ 912,984 13.00 $ 924,942 13.00 $ 933,139
TOTAL FIRE DEPARTMENT 90.16 $6,165,115 90.16 $6,299,559 90.16 $6,372,827
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Capital Improvement Projects by Department/Division
FIRE DEPARTMENT
FY 16 Actual FY 17 Actual FY 18 Adopted FY 19 Recomm'd
CIP Number Capital Improvement Project Title Expense Expense Budget Budget
1002356 ASST FF GRANT/VIDEO CONF 646 — — —
1021444 IMPROVEMENTS TO STATION 4 20,200
1021460 STATION#4 IMPROVEMENTS 1,000
1021755 MOBILE DATA/WIRELESS NETW — — 12,250 —
3501016 LDR TRK,PMPR,ABLCE REPL 225,000
3501139 IMPRTOFIREHEADQUARTERS 61,514 8,131 14,000 —
3501198 STATION#2 INTERIOR IMPRO 104,609
3501402 ADA COMPLIANCE — 43,280 44,000 —
3501553 BREATHING AIR COMP FILTER — 440,486 — —
3501794 FIRE TRUCK REPLACEMENT — — 408,000 —
3502507 AMBULANCE REPLC 202,369 4,111
3502575 MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL SYS — 36,287 15,000 25,000
3502576 STATION4 SEWER LINE/PAINT 16,961
3502578 STATION 3 KITCHEN REMODEL 12,166
3502706 FIRE STSTION STRCTRE RPR 18,000 215,000
7102577 GREASE TRAPS FIRE STATION 1,296
IFIRE DEPARTMENT TOTAL L iS°I 32,296 511,250 1c [1 1
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DEPT PROJECT DESCRIPTION FY 2019 FY 2020 FY 2021 FY 2022 FY 2023 TOTAL PAGE
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Public Safety
Mechanical& Electrical System $ 25,000 $ 26,010 $ 26,010 $ 26,010 $ 26,010 $ 129,040 1
Ladder Truck& Pumper
Replacement $ — $ 350,000 $ 367,500 $1,527,010 $ — $ 2,244,510 2
Structure Repairs Stations 5&6 $ 215,000 $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 215,000 3
Quick Response Pumper $ 225,000 $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 225,000 4
Fire Station Expansion/
Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 40,000 $ 700,000 $ 740,000 5
Ambulance Replacement $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 257,251 $ 257,251 7
Total -Fire Station $ 465,000 $ 376,010 $ 393,510 $1,593,020 $ 983,261 $ 3,810,801
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FY 2019 Budget Presentation
Statistical Summary
Calendar Year Call Volume
175 183 134 129
1151 1088 1279 1365
4097 4291
4628 4455
5423 5562
6041 5949
0
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
7000
2014 2015 2016 2017
FIRE OTHER EMS TOTAL
2%
75%
8%
15%
FIRE
EMS
HAZ MAT
OTHER
Incident Composition
FIRST UNIT ARRIVAL PERFORMANCE
At 90th
Percentile 2016 2017
FIRE 8:25 6:53
EMS 7:54 7:37
Accomplishments
Completed Phase 1 of Fire Station Alerting Project
–Installation of equipment at dispatch
–Master Control equipment in each fire station
–System on-line mid June 2017
–First Six Months Resulted in 23% Reduction in Dispatch
Handling Time
Alerting
Alerting
Phase 2
–Speaker Replacement Stations 4, 5, & 6
–Add Visual Alerting devices at all
Stations
–Completion this Spring
Phase 3
–Finish Speaker Replacements
–Completion FY2019
Pumper Replacement
Replacement Fire Pumper RFP & Contract
–Delivery in early 2019
–Replaces 1995 Unit
Reporting
Transitioned to new Incident Reporting software
–Meets new State Requirements for EMS reporting
–Improved Analytical Ability
Solar
Power Purchase Agreement
FY2017
Panels installed on 5 Fire
Stations Spring 2017
Monthly average savings in
2017 of nearly $1300
Vehicle Longevity
Reduced Road Miles on Heavy Ladder Trucks
Training
Continued partnership with
Dubuque CAER group
–Hazardous Materials
Response Ability
–Community Awareness
efforts
–Training Assistance
Training
Technical Rescue Team
trained at NECAS for above
and below ground rescues
Ambulance
Gold Award from American Heart Association
Ambulance
EMS reporting upgraded to mobile devices
Patient Comfort & Injury Reduction
Power-load upgrades to
ambulances
New patient lifting
equipment in service
Self-Contained Breathing
Apparatus
New Breathing Apparatus in service
–Updated Telemetry
–Built in Thermal Imager
Suppression Activity
Hose load changes
–Faster Deployment
–Flexible Applications
Suppression Activity
Standardized After-Action Review
Fire Control Outcomes FY2017
93%
7%
Flame Contained to Room of Origin
Flame Spread Beyond Room of Origin
Prevention Activity
Update to fireworks ordinance
Implemented tracking system
for third-party inspection
reporting
Assumed inspection tracking
for third-party commercial
kitchen suppression systems
Upcoming Initiatives
Improving Service Levels
International Accreditation
–Complete “Standards of Cover” Document
–Develop Community Risk Reduction Program
Maintain Response Time Baselines
–Adjust Training Locations and Assignments
–Improve Unit Availability
Improving Service Levels
Improve Cardiac Survival Rate
–Measure Performance Using
Definitive National Criteria
–Promote Bystander CPR
Supporting Workforce Quality
Recruitment of a
Diverse Team
Provide Support of
Employee Physical
and Mental Health
Supporting Workforce Quality
Youth Programs
Future Talk
Multicultural
Family Center
Preparing for Major Incidents
Maintain Apparatus Replacement Schedules
Quality Training for High-Risk/Low-Frequency Events
Replace Aging Fire Hose and Small Equipment
Capital & Improvement
Level Requests
Capital Improvements
Mechanical & Electrical Systems Upgrades
–FY2019 ($25,000)
–Replace HVAC Control System at Fire Headquarters
Capital Improvements
STRUCTURE REPAIRS $215,000
Fire Station 6
–Rhomberg Ave
–Stairway Replacement & Support Wall
Fire Station 5
–Foundation Repair & Sealing
Capital Improvements
Quick Response Pumper ($225,000)
–Small, All-Wheel Drive
–Alternative use for Ladder Truck
–Access During Storms and Disaster
Improvement Level Requests
Replace Knox Secure Key Equipment ($18,100)
–Current Failures with Sun-setting Support
–Maintains the Highest Level of Security
–Allows Residential Key Box Program
Improvement Level Requests
Respirator Testing Equipment
($9,500)
–New Regulations
–Higher Quality Test
–Savings of $2,225 Annually
–Other City Employee Testing
Improvement Level Requests
Active Shooter Response
Equipment ($9,500)
–Protective Gear for EMS
Personnel
–Supports Rescue Task
Force (RTF) Concept
Improvement Level Requests
Training Platform (Target Solutions) ($8,400)
–Web-based Training Management
–Meets ISO Guidelines
–Ability to Share Programming
–Content Available 24/7
Improvement Level Requests
Radio Headsets ($1400)
–For Pump Operators
–Provides Hearing
Protection/Noise Cancellation
–Improves Radio
Communications Between
Operator and Hose Crew
Thank You