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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES - 03112025 - FPD Complete Min PktMeeting Minutes CONTRA COSTA COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Board of Directors CANDACE ANDERSEN, CHAIR JOHN GIOIA DIANE BURGIS, VICE CHAIR KEN CARLSON SHANELLE SCALES-PRESTON LEWIS BROSCHARD, FIRE CHIEF, (925) 941-3300 MONICA NINO, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR AND CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, (925) 655-2075 1:00 PMTuesday, March 11, 2025 1:00 P.M. Convene and call to order Called to order at 1:32 p.m. Adjourned today's meeting at 2:40 p.m. Director John Gioia, Director Candace Andersen, Director Diane Burgis, Director Ken Carlson, and Director Shanelle Scales-Preston Present 1. Motion:Burgis AndersenSecond: Director Gioia, Director Andersen, Director Burgis, Director Carlson, and Director Scales-Preston Aye: Result:Passed 2.DISCUSSION ITEMS D.1 HEARING to consider adopting Ordinance 2025-05 increasing emergency ambulance service rate schedule effective May 1, 2025. (Lewis Broschard, Fire Chief) 25-875 Attachments:CCCFPD Ambulance Services Fee Ordinance 2025 Signed Ordinance 2025-05 Motion:Carlson BurgisSecond: Page 1 of 6 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Meeting Minutes March 11, 2025 Director Gioia, Director Andersen, Director Burgis, Director Carlson, and Director Scales-Preston Aye: Result:Passed D.2 CONSIDER accepting a report from the Fire Chief providing a status summary for ongoing Fire District activities and initiatives, including an update on the Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps and the annexation of Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District. (Lewis Broschard, Fire Chief) 25-876 Attachments:FC REPORT - March 11, 2025 Measure O FAQ Hospital Transfer of Care Times Charts March - February 2025 (90th perc.)(Section M.5) Zone 0 Executive Order Approved Motion:Scales-Preston GioiaSecond: Director Gioia, Director Andersen, Director Burgis, Director Carlson, and Director Scales-Preston Aye: Result:Passed D.3 PUBLIC COMMENT (2 Minutes) There were no requests to speak at public comment . 3.CONSENT ITEMS CONSIDER CONSENT ITEMS A motion was made by Director Burgis, seconded by Director Andersen, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: Director Gioia, Director Andersen, Director Burgis, Director Carlson, and Director Scales-Preston Aye: Result:Passed C.1 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a contract amendment with Ray Klein, Inc.(dba Professional Credit Service), to increase the payment limit by $220,000 to a new payment limit of $720,000, and to extend the term through December 31, 2028, for unpaid and delinquent account collection services. (100% CCCFPD EMS Transport Fund) 25-780 approved C.2 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a contract amendment with the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services to increase the payment limit by $50,000 to a new payment limit of $545,000 with no change to the term ending June 30, 2026, to provide reimbursement of regional hazardous material response training costs . (100% State) 25-781 Page 2 of 6 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Meeting Minutes March 11, 2025 approved C.3 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a Training Facility Use Agreement with the Contra Costa Community College District to pay the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District for use of the Fire District Training facility for the period December 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.(100% Community College District Fees) 25-782 approved C.4 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief or designee to execute a contract with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI), in an amount not to exceed $59,950 for geographic information software, for the period January 1, 2025 through January 31, 2028. (100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) 25-783 approved C.5 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a service agreement with Eaton Corporation, in an amount not to exceed $49,900 for uninterrupted power supply onsite services for the period February 01, 2025 through March 31, 2028, with optional annual renewals. (100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) 25-784 approved C.6 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a contract amendment with NBS Government Finance Group, to increase the payment limit by $600,000 to a new payment limit of $730,000 and extend the termination date through December 31, 2028, for Development Impact Fee, CFD formation, and User Fee studies, reporting, and administration . (100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) 25-785 approved C.7 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent to execute, on behalf of the Fire Chief, a purchase order with Municipal Emergency Services, in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 for the acquisition of firefighting equipment, thermal imaging cameras, rescue tools, and related accessories, for the period April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2028. (100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) 25-786 approved C.8 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent to execute, on behalf of the Fire Chief, a purchase order with Hazmat Resource, in an amount not to exceed $240,000 for the acquisition of hazardous materials equipment, personal protective equipment, training devices, technical reference material and related accessories for the period May 1, 2025 through April 30, 2028. (100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) 25-787 approved Page 3 of 6 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Meeting Minutes March 11, 2025 C.9 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a contract with CivicPlus in an amount not to exceed $75,000 for the period April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2027. (100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) 25-788 approved C.10 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to apply for and accept, grant funding from the USDA Forest Service State FY 2025 Community Wildfire Defense Grant in an amount not to exceed $300,000 to update the Contra Costa County Wildfire Protection Plan, a strategic countywide wildfire planning document. (90% Federal, 10% Measure X) 25-789 approved C.11 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a property transfer agreement and accept transferred property for a Griffin G510 chemical detection monitor from the Bay Area Urban Area Security Initiative. (No fiscal impact) 25-790 approved C.12 APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Fire Chief, to execute a purchase order with Freightliner of Arizona, in an amount not to exceed $430,000, for a hooklift prime mover vehicle to deliver modular containers for disaster response. (75% Federal, 25% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) 25-791 approved C.13 DENY claim filed by LPRMS.25-792 approved ADVISORY COMMISSION The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Advisory Fire Commission is scheduled to meet next on Monday, April 14, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at their Administrative Office, 4005 Port Chicago Highway, Suite 250, Concord, CA 94520. AGENDA DEADLINE: Thursday, 12 noon, 12 days before the Tuesday Board meetings. Page 4 of 6 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Meeting Minutes March 11, 2025 GENERAL INFORMATION The Board meets in all its capacities pursuant to Ordinance Code Section 24-2.402. Any disclosable public records related to an open session item on a regular meeting agenda and distributed by the Clerk of the Board to a majority of the members of the Board of Directors less than 96 hours prior to that meeting are available for public inspection at 1025 Escobar Street, First Floor, Martinez, CA 94553, during normal business hours. All matters listed under CONSENT ITEMS are considered by the Board to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless requested by a member of the Board before the Board votes on the motion to adopt. Each member of the public will be allowed two minutes to comment on the entire consent agenda . Persons who wish to speak on matters set for PUBLIC HEARINGS will be heard when the Chair calls for public testimony. Each speaker during public testimony will be limited to two minutes. After public testimony, the hearing is closed and the matter is subject to discussion and action by the Board . Comments on matters listed on the agenda or otherwise within the purview of the Board of Supervisors can be submitted to the office of the Clerk of the Board via mail: Board of Directors, 1025 Escobar Street, First Floor, Martinez, CA 94553 or to clerkoftheboard@cob.cccounty.us. Time limits for public speakers may be adjusted at the discretion of the Chair . The County will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities planning to attend Board meetings who contact the Clerk of the Board at least 24 hours before the meeting, at (925) 655-2000. Anyone desiring to submit an inspirational thought nomination for inclusion on the Board Agenda may contact the Office of the County Administrator or Office of the Clerk of the Board, 1025 Escobar Street, Martinez, California. Subscribe to receive to the weekly Board Agenda by calling the Office of the Clerk of the Board, (925) 655-2000 or using the County's on line subscription feature at the County’s Internet Web Page, where agendas and supporting information may also be viewed: www.contracosta.ca.gov DISCLOSURE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS Pursuant to Government Code section 84308 (the Levine Act), members of the Board of Supervisors are disqualified and not able to participate in any agenda item involving contracts (except for contracts exempt from the Levine Act under Government Code section 84308(a)), franchises, discretionary land use permits and other entitlements, if the Board member received, within the previous 12 months, more than $500 in campaign contributions from the applicant or contractor, an agent of the applicant or contractor, or any financially interested participant who actively supports or opposes the County’s decision on the agenda item. Members of the Board of Supervisors who have received, and applicants, contractors or their agents who have made, campaign contributions totaling more than $500 to a Board member within the previous 12 months are required to disclose that fact for the official record of the Page 5 of 6 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Meeting Minutes March 11, 2025 subject proceeding. Disclosures must include the amount of the campaign contribution and identify the recipient Board member, and may be made either in writing to the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors before the subject hearing or by verbal disclosure at the time of the hearing . Glossary of Acronyms, Abbreviations, and other Terms Contra Costa County has a policy of making limited use of acronyms, abbreviations, and industry-specific language in its Board of Supervisors meetings and written materials. For a list of commonly used language that may appear in oral presentations and written materials associated with Board meetings, please visit https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/8464/Glossary-of-Agenda-Acronyms. Page 6 of 6 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-875 Name: Status:Type:Discussion Item Passed File created:In control:2/19/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:HEARING to consider adopting Ordinance 2025-05 increasing emergency ambulance service rate schedule effective May 1, 2025. (Lewis Broschard, Fire Chief) Attachments:1. CCCFPD Ambulance Services Fee Ordinance 2025, 2. Signed Ordinance 2025-05 Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally adoptedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass 5:0 To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Hearing Regarding an Ordinance Amending the Emergency Ambulance Service Rate Schedule ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. OPEN the public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-05, an ordinance authorizing the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District to increase its emergency ambulance service fees effective May 1, 2025. 2. RECEIVE testimony and CLOSE the public hearing. 3. ADOPT Ordinance No. 2025-05 FISCAL IMPACT: This ordinance will allow the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District to recover the increased costs associated with the provision of emergency ambulance services in Emergency Response Areas (ERAs) 1, 2, and 5 within Contra Costa County beginning May 1, 2025. BACKGROUND: The Emergency Ambulance Services contract between Contra Costa County and the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (“District”) establishes the rates the District is authorized to charge for providing emergency ambulance services (the “Ambulance Contract”). The District currently charges Emergency Ambulance Services patients the following amounts: Emergency Ambulance Response Base Rate of $3029.33; a Mileage Rate of $73.22 for each mile traveled with a loaded patient; an Oxygen Administration Charge of $253.93; and $649.57 for Treat and Refused Transport. The District is not authorized to charge more or less than the rates specified in the Ambulance Contract. The current rates became effective May 9, 2024. Ambulance system costs include, but are not limited to, payments to the District’s subcontractor American Medical Response West (“AMR”), billing service provider payments, acquisition of ambulance vehicles and equipment, dispatcher CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 3 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-875,Version:1 wages and benefits, administrative wages and benefits, system software and hardware upgrades, consulting fees, banking fees, and other costs. The largest cost driver in the ambulance system is payments to AMR. These payments to AMR account for over 80% of system costs. The Emergency Ambulance Services contract between the District and AMR (the “Ambulance Subcontract”) establishes the hourly ambulance unit rates the District pays AMR for providing emergency ambulance services. The Ambulance Subcontract requires the hourly rates paid by the District to AMR to increase annually. Beginning May 1, 2021, and on each May 1 thereafter, the unit hours rates will increase will by the greater of (i) the percentage increase in CPI, or (ii) three percent (3%). Factors that impact transport collections include transport volume, services provided (e.g., mileage and oxygen), payer mix, payment caps, and potential changes to the Affordable Care Act and other relevant legislation. Commercial payers will mainly pay the increased rates, while factors such as payment caps for Medicare and Medi-Cal will limit the transport collection for those payers. Therefore, in order for the AMR ambulance unit hour rate increase to be cost- neutral, the rates charged by the District for ambulance service must increase by an amount greater than the CPI. The Ambulance Contract requires the Contra Costa County EMS Agency to approve annual increases to the Service Rate Schedule when requested by the District. Effective May 12, 2020, the Ambulance Contract allows for the preceding year’s rates to be increased annually by the greater of five percent (5%), or the average CPI for the most recent and available three-year period, divided by the following: the average dollar amount received by the District from non-public payers for the most recent three-year billing period (excluding billings that are less than six months old) divided by the average dollar amount received by the District from all payers for the most recent three-year billing period (excluding billings that are less than six months old), provided that no such increase shall exceed nine percent (9%). Applying a five point seven one percent (5.71%) increase to the Service Rate Schedule results in the following rates: Emergency Ambulance Response Base Rate of $3,202.30; Mileage Rate of $77.40 for each mile traveled with a loaded patient; Oxygen Administration Charge of $268.43; and a Treat and Refused Transport fee of $686.66. If approved by the District Board of Directors, these rates will go into effect on May 1, 2025. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: If Ordinance No. 2025-05 is not adopted, the District will not be able to recover the increased costs of providing emergency ambulance services under its contract with the County and AMR. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 3 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-875,Version:1 CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 3 of 3 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-876 Name: Status:Type:Discussion Item Agenda Ready File created:In control:2/25/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:CONSIDER accepting a report from the Fire Chief providing a status summary for ongoing Fire District activities and initiatives, including an update on the Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps and the annexation of Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District. (Lewis Broschard, Fire Chief) Attachments:1. FC REPORT - March 11, 2025, 2. Measure O FAQ, 3. Hospital Transfer of Care Times Charts March - February 2025 (90th perc.)(Section M.5), 4. Zone 0 Executive Order Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass 5:0 To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Fire Chief’s Report - March 11, 2025 ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: ACCEPT a report from the Fire Chief providing a status summary for ongoing Fire District activities and initiatives,an update on the Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps,and the annexation of Rodeo-Hercules FPD. FISCAL IMPACT: No fiscal impact. BACKGROUND: At the request of the Contra Costa County Fire Protection Board of Directors, the Fire Chief is providing a report on the status and progress of the various District initiatives and the recently published fire hazard severity zone maps. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: The Board would not receive the most up to date information regarding ongoing Fire District activities and initiatives. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-876,Version:1 CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ March 11, 2025 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Lewis Broschard, Fire Chief RE: Fire Chief’s Report Operations Section Update ● UPDATE Martinez Refining Company Fire - 2/1/25 The fire incident was discussed at length with the Board of Supervisors at their meeting on February 4. Subsequent to that presentation, the Fire District released an RFP for an outside, third party to conduct the After-Action Review of the incident. This RFP closes on March 14. Together with Contra Costa Health, we will review and score the proposals. The selected vendor will interview involved agencies, conduct the after-action review, and compile the findings and recommendations into a document that will be presented to the Board. We anticipate scheduling the kickoff meeting in early April. ● Water Rescue - Oakley 2/23/25 At 1800 hours crews were dispatched to a water rescue near Dutch Slough and Jersey Island Road. During the response our dispatcher relayed a critical piece of information: Water Rescue 14 was out of service and all other fire district boats were unavailable due to maintenance. There were no Sheriff's Office marine units available, either. Due to these circumstances, Engine 85 was dispatched to retrieve Fire Boat 8 from the Oakley mechanics facility. Engine 95 from Oakley arrived first on scene, finding an SUV partially submerged 20-40 feet offshore. A woman was trapped inside, frantically yelling for help. The vehicle was sinking. A rescue swimmer was immediately deployed. As the swimmer began their approach, the SUV began drifting rapidly downstream with the strong ebb tide, heading directly for the Jersey Island bridge. The bridge, with its wooden truss and piling construction, posed a severe hazard for the sinking vehicle. The worst-case scenario unfolded as the vehicle drifted into the bridge, became trapped, and sank rapidly. With the SUV now almost completely submerged, a second rescue swimmer was deployed with a surf rescue board to assist. Together, the two rescue swimmers managed to access the victim and her two Fire Chief’s Report Page 2 of 9 dogs through the SUV's back hatch. They pulled them from the sinking vehicle and brought them to the shore, where awaiting EMS crews were ready. The victim was transported Code 3 to the hospital, suffering from significant hypothermia and injuries sustained in the crash. Both rescue swimmers were evaluated and treated on scene for cold exposure. The second swimmer also received treatment for a hand laceration sustained during the difficult rescue but returned to duty later that evening. This incident highlights the real-world scenarios our specialized technical rescue teams encounter and the amazing work they do to provide lifesaving skills as part of our all-hazard, all-risk organization. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division ● Nurse Navigation Due to delays in executing the contract and necessary logistics and scheduling with the vendor, the implementation has been pushed back to May. ● BLS Ambulance Deployment Our EMS division staff is scheduled to meet with west county fire agencies and the LEMSA to coordinate the deployment of BLS ambulances in west county. This program, launched in September, 2023 with up to 18 BLS ambulances staffed each day, averages 1,400 transports throughout central and east county areas providing relief and increased reliability of ALS paramedic ambulances throughout the contract area. Once BLS ambulances are approved for deployment in west county there will be additional system capacity provided in west county. ● High School CPR Training We are partnering with Pittsburg High School to re-introduce this program to provide CPR training as well as expose students to career opportunities in EMS. Additional schools will be added in the coming months. ● Community CPR Training We have trained over 300 community members in CPR over the past two months. ● Martinez Refinery Fire EMS After Action Review (AAR) Our EMS division participated in an AAR with the County EMS Agency and other agencies regarding the Martinez Refinery fire and the associated Mass Casualty Incident elements of the emergency response. ● Paramedic School Graduation We have 12 members graduating from the Contra Costa Community College program they started in August, 2023. The District has committed considerable resources to select, place, and support existing firefighters in this program to increase overall paramedic staffing numbers and long-term sustainability of our ability to provide advanced life support services. The ceremony is scheduled for March 26, 2025, 3pm, at the Contra Costa Community College in San Pablo. Fire Chief’s Report Page 3 of 9 Special Operations ● Hazardous Materials Response Team ○ New Drone Capability A new drone was delivered in late February which will assist in providing air monitoring at and around hazardous materials incidents. The District’s certified drone pilots will be trained on this new equipment. ○ Training The team participated in “stinger operations” training in San Ramon Valley for over-the-road tanker incident response and mitigation. The team will be participating in a Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) training with the FBI in mid-March in Dublin as a follow-up to federally funded WMD training we hosted in January. April will see the team participate in a multi-county response drill in Vallejo. ● Marine Program ○ Training with Coast Guard Team members participated in training alongside the US Coast Guard near the Antioch marina on February 11. ○ Fire Boat 9 The fire boat is getting its collar replaced which will help to extend the service life of the boat. Training ● Annexation Academy and Orientation Work is being directed to build the curriculum for the transition of Rodeo-Hercules members to Con Fire. Building off the success of the Pinole transition, we will be dedicating time and resources to provide the necessary information, expectations, and standards for our new Con Fire members from Rodeo-Hercules. ● SimsuShare System Upgrade The virtual incident simulation program is getting a significant upgrade. The system will now be cloud-based with almost unlimited storage capacity. We will be able to provide remote virtual simulation training with crews from around the county, integrating radio use and our mobile data terminals for a more realistic training experience. Advanced Planning Section Update Fire Prevention Bureau ● LRA Fire Hazard Maps The Fire Prevention Bureau focused a lot of time in February getting ready for the LRA map release date of February 24. Highlights of our effort since the maps were published are below: ○ Our online public comment form went live on February 24 ○ Hard copy maps are available at 4005 Port Chicago Highway, Suite 250 in Concord for anyone that requests them in person. ○ Our webpage at https://www.cccfpd.org/lra-maps/ went live within 24 hours of the maps being released. Fire Chief’s Report Page 4 of 9 ■ We encourage residents to visit our website since it provides: ● LRA Fact Sheet ● Map Roll Out Plan ● LRA Acreage Breakdown ● Geospatial Model explained ● Before and After Map of the LRA in Contra Costa County ● PDF copies of all cities ● Link to the Fire Hazard Severity Zone Viewer provided by CAL Fire. ○ We have scheduled a public meeting for an update on the LRA maps in our jurisdiction. This meeting will also allow for public comment on the maps. ■ Scheduled for April 1, 5:30pm-7:30pm, 1025 Escobar Street, Martinez. ● Wildfire Mitigation The countywide wildfire mitigation program is going well. An updated map is provided below which indicates the locations of the 43 projects that were completed between July 1 and December 31, 2024. The data has been uploaded in a GIS system to provide accurate updates for quarterly reporting. Fire Chief’s Report Page 5 of 9 Administration Section Update ● Chief of Administration II Recruitment Following an unsuccessful recruitment process, the District has re-launched the search for a Chief of Administrative Services II. This recruitment closed on March 7, 2025. From the dozens of applicants, a small group will be selected for interviews later this month. Budget development was challenging without this key member of our senior staff. We are hopeful this process will be successful. Support Services Division ● Apparatus Shop Staffing The District is pleased to announce the addition of Victor Razo as our new Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) II. The District has grown and added fire apparatus over the last several years, but struggled to fill open EVT positions for more than a decade. These positions are essential, as they perform maintenance and repair work on our fire apparatus, in order to keep them operational. With Victor ’s appointment, the fire apparatus shop is now fully staffed, strengthening our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of service and readiness. ● Roofing of Fire Stations The District recently completed re-roofing projects at two of our fire stations. Both Fire Station 15 (Lafayette) and Fire Station 80 (Pittsburg) had aging roofs that were experiencing leaks. The installation of new, durable roofing systems will significantly enhance the longevity and functionality of these facilities, ensuring their continued service for years to come. Fire Chief’s Report Page 6 of 9 New Fire Stations / Major Facilities Construction ● Fire Station 90 (Brentwood) The real estate transaction has concluded and we have initiated the CEQA processes for the project. The architect is reutilizing the site plan and station layout from the previous location to determine the needs of the District in coordination with the County. ● Fire Station 94 (Downtown Brentwood) The City of Brentwood delayed the Planning Commission Hearing from February 18 to March 18, 2025. Once the Planning Commission takes action, we look forward to applying for a building permit. Heat mapping from 2024 reveals significant demand for fire and EMS services in the downtown area. Fire Chief’s Report Page 7 of 9 The second graphic shows the site layout. This layout indicates new on-street parking due to smaller apparatus bays from the previous station. It also preserves and demonstrates that there will be no impact to the structures on the Brentwood Memorial Veterans Building site. This is the final site plan that will be presented to the Brentwood Planning Commission. Fire Chief’s Report Page 8 of 9 ● Fire Station 9 (Pacheco) Work continues on the design and layout of the station on the site. Staff is working to identify a temporary fire station site that will be needed during construction for approximately 24 months. Staff is meeting with Diablo Valley College to evaluate a possible temporary location. Later this year, the District will open a bidding process to select a design-build entity for this station. The image below is an early rendition of what the station could look like. ● Contra Costa County Regional Fire Communication Center (CCRFCC) (Pleasant Hill) Construction continues, and no significant challenges have been encountered. District Staff continues to work with PG&E planning for the new service and associated easements that will be required. Fire Chief’s Report Page 9 of 9 Rodeo-Hercules FPD Annexation Update ● LAFCO held a protest meeting on January 22. There was no public comment or protests filed. LAFCO ordered the annexation and reorganization move forward at their February meeting. ● LAFCO is submitting all necessary documentation to the Board of Equalization to memorialize the annexation. July 1, 2025 is the effective date of the annexation and the Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District will be dissolved upon that date. ● The District incorporated the anticipated revenues and expenses of the annexation into its FY25-26 budget submission, including the addition of the employees effective July 1, 2025. ● Planning meetings are now occurring every two weeks. Additional meetings have been scheduled with County HR and the Auditor-Controller to discuss logistics and necessary transition items. ● Shortly after the LAFCO protest hearing, the District was made aware of a petition that was initiated by a group of residents to repeal Measure O. Measure O was approved by voters in Rodeo and Hercules in 2016 to provide supplemental funding to reopen and maintain a second fire station. This supplemental funding measure provides approximately $2.7M (based on FY24-25) with an annual escalator to the RHFPD. This supplemental revenue was considered as necessary and included in the fiscal analysis as necessary to maintain the current level of service to the communities of Rodeo and Hercules. The RHFPD requested information from Con Fire regarding the potential consequences of this funding being repealed and no longer available. A document was prepared and approved by County Counsel with factual information regarding the consequences of reduced funding on the newly annexed area. Without Measure O funding, there will not be sufficient funding to operate two stations in the communities of Rodeo and Hercules. ● Chief Broschard attended and provided information relative to Measure O at the February RHFPD Board meeting, as well as the Rodeo MAC meeting in late February. ● Multiple community members have contacted the RHFPD Fire Chief to inquire how they can remove their names from the signed petition in light of factual information being provided about this potential measure and its impact on the community. Rodeo-Hercules Measure O Funds On December 11, 2024, the Contra Costa Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) unanimously approved the annexation of the Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District by Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (Contra Costa Fire). W hen will the annexation take place? The annexation will take place on July 1, 2025. Contra Costa Fire will absorb all of Rodeo-Hercules’ firefighters, support staff, facilities, debt, liabilities, apparatus and equipment. W hat is Measure O? Measure O is a parcel tax specific to the geographic footprint of the Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District. Passed on the November 2016 ballot with 78% of the weighted returned ballots in favor of the tax measure. The parcel tax is used to fund the operation and staffing of two fire stations, one in Rodeo and one in Hercules. After the annexation, will Rodeo and Hercules residents still have to pay the Measure O tax? Yes. The Measure O Senior Citizen Exemption will still be available to those who qualify and apply every year, all others will be required to pay the tax as they do today. February 2025 1 W hat will Contra Costa Fire do with Measure O funds? Contra Costa Fire will use Measure O funds to continue staffing the fire station in Rodeo and the fire station in Hercules. Contra Costa Fire can only use the Measure O funds to support fire and emergency services in the geographic footprint of the former Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District. Can Contra Costa Fire use the Measure O funding for other projects in the Fire District? No. Measure O funding can only be used to support fire and emergency services in the geographic footprint of the former Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District. W ill the Measure O oversight committee remain after the annexation? Yes. A committee will remain to provide oversight to inform the public and advise the board concerning the expenditure of Measure O revenues. Staffing both fire stations requires ALL cur rent revenues to remain intact after annexation. What happens if Measure O funds are not available? The Measure O tax raises approximately $2.7M annually and supports the staffing and operation of two fire stations. Without the Measure O tax, these funds will not be available to support the operation and staffing of two fire stations serving Rodeo and Hercules. There will be insufficient revenues to operate both fire stations. If Measure O is repealed, will the annexation still happen? Yes. If Measure O is repealed prior to 7/1/2025, the annexation will still occur, but Measure O will not be available to fund the two fire stations. W hat will happen with the remaining Rodeo-Hercules Fire fund balance? The fund balance will be used to pay down the approximately $12 million dollar pension liability of the Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District. Contra Costa Fire will be responsible for paying the remaining pension liability that the fund balance does not cover. February 2025 2 0:48:37 0:48:41 0:53:12 0:55:43 0:52:00 0:50:49 0:49:17 0:49:17 0:45:38 0:52:15 0:56:37 0:52:34 0:00:00 0:05:00 0:10:00 0:15:00 0:20:00 0:25:00 0:30:00 0:35:00 0:40:00 0:45:00 0:50:00 0:55:00 1:00:00 Mar '24 6,472 Apr '24 6,233 May '24 6,757 Jun '24 6,557 Jul '24 6,849 Aug '24 6,736 Sep '24 6,434 Oct '24 5,020 Nov '24 6,462 Dec '24 7,080 Jan '25 7,129 Feb '25 6,461 Month & AMR Transport Volume Patient Transfer of Care Times by Facility 90th PERCENTILE OF ALL FACILITIES March 2024 -February 2025 78,190 Transports (6,516 per Month) Source: AMR MEDS (ePCR Database) 0:00:00 0:05:00 0:10:00 0:15:00 0:20:00 0:25:00 0:30:00 0:35:00 0:40:00 0:45:00 0:50:00 0:55:00 1:00:00 1:05:00 1:10:00 1:15:00 1:20:00 1:25:00 1:30:00 1:35:00 Mar '24 6,472 Apr '24 6,233 May '24 6,757 Jun '24 6,557 Jul '24 6,849 Aug '24 6,736 Sep '24 6,434 Oct '24 5,020 Nov '24 6,462 Dec '24 7,080 Jan '25 7,129 Feb '25 6,461 Month & AMR Transport Volume Patient Transfer of Care Times by Facility (90th Percentile) March 2024 -February 2025 Source: AMR MEDS (ePCR Database) John Muir - Concord John Muir - Walnut Creek Kaiser Hospital - Antioch Kaiser Hospital - Richmond Kaiser Hospital - Walnut Creek Contra Costa Regional Medical Center Sutter Delta Medical Center PES - Contra Costa Regional Medical Center 0:48:46 0:57:23 1:04:18 1:01:26 1:01:55 0:57:07 0:53:13 0:53:38 0:47:01 1:10:38 1:11:07 0:55:18 0:00:00 0:05:00 0:10:00 0:15:00 0:20:00 0:25:00 0:30:00 0:35:00 0:40:00 0:45:00 0:50:00 0:55:00 1:00:00 1:05:00 1:10:00 1:15:00 Mar '24 971 Apr '24 911 May '24 1039 Jun '24 975 Jul '24 1041 Aug '24 989 Sep '24 1007 Oct '24 1000 Nov '24 942 Dec '24 1047 Jan '25 1083 Feb '25 935 Month & AMR Transport Volume Patient Transfer of Care Times by Facility (90th Percentile) John Muir -Walnut Creek March 2024 -February 2025 11,940 Total Transports (995 per Month) Source: AMR MEDS (ePCR Database) 0:33:10 0:30:30 0:36:14 0:40:14 0:36:02 0:36:41 0:33:59 0:32:22 0:29:21 0:33:13 0:37:12 0:37:29 0:00:00 0:05:00 0:10:00 0:15:00 0:20:00 0:25:00 0:30:00 0:35:00 0:40:00 0:45:00 Mar '24 1057 Apr '24 995 May '24 1099 Jun '24 1083 Jul '24 1135 Aug '24 1068 Sep '24 990 Oct '24 1068 Nov '24 1011 Dec '24 1162 Jan '25 1202 Feb '25 1077 Month & AMR Transport Volume Patient Transfer of Care Times by Facility (90th Percentile) John Muir -Concord March 2024 -February 2025 12,947 Total Transports (1079 per Month) Source: AMR MEDS (ePCR Database) 0:41:36 0:47:08 0:50:30 0:58:39 0:52:19 0:45:52 0:47:01 0:41:56 0:47:54 0:45:41 1:02:48 0:47:51 0:00:00 0:05:00 0:10:00 0:15:00 0:20:00 0:25:00 0:30:00 0:35:00 0:40:00 0:45:00 0:50:00 0:55:00 1:00:00 1:05:00 1:10:00 Mar '24 829 Apr '24 882 May '24 1007 Jun '24 945 Jul '24 967 Aug '24 978 Sep '24 850 Oct '24 889 Nov '24 982 Dec '24 983 Jan '25 1042 Feb '25 907 Month & AMR Transport Volume Patient Transfer of Care Times by Facility (90th Percentile) Kaiser -Antioch March 2024 -February 2025 11,261 Total Transports (938 per Month) Source: AMR MEDS (ePCR Database) 0:53:49 0:56:46 1:02:29 1:03:27 0:59:14 0:58:00 0:57:33 0:54:35 0:49:15 1:00:01 1:04:07 1:08:46 0:00:00 0:05:00 0:10:00 0:15:00 0:20:00 0:25:00 0:30:00 0:35:00 0:40:00 0:45:00 0:50:00 0:55:00 1:00:00 1:05:00 1:10:00 1:15:00 Mar '24 1155 Apr '24 1042 May '24 1096 Jun '24 1082 Jul '24 1125 Aug '24 1108 Sep '24 1110 Oct '24 1144 Nov '24 1145 Dec '24 1201 Jan '25 1122 Feb '25 1019 Month & AMR Transport Volume Patient Transfer of Care Times by Facility (90th Percentile) Kaiser -Richmond March 2024 -February 2025 13,349 Total Transports (1,112 per Month) Source: AMR MEDS (ePCR Database) 0:39:52 0:39:43 0:38:59 0:41:18 0:40:04 0:38:09 0:40:01 0:40:44 0:37:47 0:36:40 0:43:53 0:40:46 0:00:00 0:05:00 0:10:00 0:15:00 0:20:00 0:25:00 0:30:00 0:35:00 0:40:00 0:45:00 0:50:00 0:55:00 1:00:00 Mar '24 765 Apr '24 702 May '24 723 Jun '24 699 Jul '24 770 Aug '24 757 Sep '24 768 Oct '24 130 Nov '24 726 Dec '24 887 Jan '25 846 Feb '25 752 Month & AMR Transport Volume Patient Transfer of Care Times by Facility (90th Percentile) Kaiser -Walnut Creek March 2024 -February 2025 8,525 Total Transports (710 per Month) Source: AMR MEDS (ePCR Database) 0:44:38 0:44:02 0:41:03 0:58:52 0:42:27 0:49:44 0:43:36 0:51:53 0:43:07 0:48:21 0:45:30 0:47:08 0:00:00 0:05:00 0:10:00 0:15:00 0:20:00 0:25:00 0:30:00 0:35:00 0:40:00 0:45:00 0:50:00 0:55:00 1:00:00 1:05:00 Mar '24 324 Apr '24 325 May '24 310 Jun '24 375 Jul '24 380 Aug '24 387 Sep '24 348 Oct '24 356 Nov '24 319 Dec '24 378 Jan '25 405 Feb '25 408 Month & AMR Transport Volume Patient Transfer of Care Times by Facility (90th Percentile) Contra Costa Regional Medical Center March 2024 -February 2025 4,315 Total Transports (360 per Month) Source: AMR MEDS (ePCR Database) 0:37:26 0:38:16 0:44:33 0:43:27 0:45:53 0:42:55 0:42:44 0:40:27 0:39:32 0:47:13 0:51:14 0:45:04 0:00:00 0:05:00 0:10:00 0:15:00 0:20:00 0:25:00 0:30:00 0:35:00 0:40:00 0:45:00 0:50:00 0:55:00 Mar '24 1030 Apr '24 1024 May '24 1130 Jun '24 1061 Jul '24 1119 Aug '24 1082 Sep '24 1038 Oct '24 68 Nov '24 1029 Dec '24 1080 Jan '25 1080 Feb '25 1019 Month & AMR Transport Volume Patient Transfer of Care Times by Facility (90th Percentile) Sutter Delta Medical Center March 2024 -February 2025 11,760 Total Transports (980 per Month) Source: AMR MEDS (ePCR Database) 1:29:40 1:15:44 1:27:33 1:18:19 1:18:07 1:17:59 1:16:06 1:18:39 1:11:04 1:16:10 1:17:05 1:18:07 0:00:00 0:05:00 0:10:00 0:15:00 0:20:00 0:25:00 0:30:00 0:35:00 0:40:00 0:45:00 0:50:00 0:55:00 1:00:00 1:05:00 1:10:00 1:15:00 1:20:00 1:25:00 1:30:00 1:35:00 Mar '24 341 Apr '24 352 May '24 353 Jun '24 337 Jul '24 312 Aug '24 367 Sep '24 323 Oct '24 365 Nov '24 308 Dec '24 342 Jan '25 349 Feb '25 344 Month & AMR Transport Volume Patient Transfer of Care Times by Facility (90th Percentile) CCRMC -PES March 2024 -February 2025 4,093 Total Transports (341 per Month) Source: AMR MEDS (ePCR Database) 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-780 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:1/15/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a contract amendment with Ray Klein, Inc.(dba Professional Credit Service), to increase the payment limit by $220,000 to a new payment limit of $720,000, and to extend the term through December 31, 2028, for unpaid and delinquent account collection services. (100% CCCFPD EMS Transport Fund) Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Contract Extension for Collection Agency Services ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute contract amendment with Ray Klein, Inc. (dba Professional Credit Service), to increase the payment limit by $220,000 to a new payment limit of $720,000, and to extend the term through December 31, 2028, for unpaid and delinquent account collection services. FISCAL IMPACT: The contract is revenue positive to the District.The District pays the contractor a monthly amount representing fees for collection services.The contractor fee is 18%of monies collected on accounts referred by the District. The District does not incur any additional costs for collection efforts.All monies paid to the contractor come from collected accounts. BACKGROUND: The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (District)delivers both emergency and non-emergency medical services within its jurisdiction.These services encompass 911-system emergency ambulance transports,emergency medical services first response,and inter-facility ambulance transports for both residents and visitors. The District also assesses charges for the provision of these services. Insurance payments for ambulance transportation vary by provider type and policy.Insurance companies do not always cover 100%of the cost of 911 services.Patients may be responsible for copays,deductibles,or the total cost of services,depending on their health insurance plan.For that reason,the District is seeking a contract with Ray Klein,Inc.,d/b/a Professional Credit Service,to provide collection services for unpaid and delinquent CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-780,Version:1 account receivables for the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District. In October 2023,the Fire District initiated a bidding process and received five proposals.Following a thorough evaluation,the top two companies were selected for interviews based on their qualifications.Professional Credit Service stood out during the interviews,highlighting their expertise and knowledge in the collections area, specifically, a distinction that set them apart from the other contenders. The District began using the services of this contractor on June 1,2018.The contractor is a full-service collection agency and provides collection services for unpaid and delinquent accounts receivable including delinquent ambulance and emergency medical services (EMS)bills.This contract will allow a qualified and experienced full-service collection agency to continue to provide collection services for unpaid and delinquent account receivables for the District. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: The District will not be able to collect on unpaid and delinquent account receivables for emergency ambulance transport services. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-781 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:1/29/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a contract amendment with the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services to increase the payment limit by $50,000 to a new payment limit of $545,000 with no change to the term ending June 30, 2026, to provide reimbursement of regional hazardous material response training costs. (100% State) Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Amendment to Regional Hazardous Materials Response Training Reimbursement Agreement ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief,or designee,to execute a contract amendment with the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services to increase the payment limit by $50,000 to a new payment limit of $545,000,with no change to the term,October 1,2021 through June 30,2026,to provide reimbursement of regional hazardous materials response training costs. FISCAL IMPACT: 100%State of California,Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES).If approved,the Fire District may receive up to an additional $50,000 in reimbursements from the State for costs associated with hazardous materials response training. BACKGROUND: On November 9,2021,the Board approved and authorized the Fire Chief,or designee,to execute an agreement with Cal OES,for the period of October 1,2021 through June 30,2024,for reimbursement of regional hazardous materials response training in an amount not to exceed $100,000. Subsequently,there have been multiple amendments to increase the maximum reimbursement amount.The last amendment to the contract increased the amount by $50,000 to a new payment limit of $495,000.However, there was an administrative oversight,where that last amendment was not submitted to the Board of Supervisors.This request is for the sixth amendment to the agreement,which will increase the amount again by $50,000,from the current amount of $495,000,to the new amount of $545,000,with no change in the contract CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-781,Version:1 term ending June 30, 2026. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: If this action is not approved,the Fire District will miss the opportunity to be reimbursed by State funding for up to an additional $50,000 or a total maximum amount of $545,000. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-782 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:2/7/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a Training Facility Use Agreement with the Contra Costa Community College District to pay the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District for use of the Fire District Training facility for the period December 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.(100% Community College District Fees) Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Training Facility Use Agreement with Contra Costa Community College District ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief,or designee,to execute a Training Facility Use Agreement with the Contra Costa Community College District to pay the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District for use of the Fire District training facility for the period December 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. FISCAL IMPACT: The Contra Costa Community College District (College District)will pay the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (Fire District)a facilities fee of $46,585 for each course that uses the Fire District training facilities during fiscal year (FY)2024-2025,along with a live fire-training fee of $7,500 for any live fire training conducted with the Fire District's assistance. BACKGROUND: The College District,through Los Medanos College,provides an Accredited Regional Firefighter I Training Program (ARTP)as one of its many educational programs.The Fire District maintains a State Accredited Fire Academy (facility,equipment,props,and classrooms),the Fire District training facility/Contra Costa Fire Training Center that provides the location for the Los Medanos College ARTP.The Training Facility Use Agreement (Agreement)will permit the College District to continue to deliver their ARTP using the Contra Costa Fire Training facility. The agreement requires the Fire District to defend,indemnify,and hold harmless the College District from Fire District’s share of liability for damages,injury or death of or to any person or the property of any person caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the Fire District,its officers,agents or employees in the Fire District’s performance of the Agreement. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-782,Version:1 CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: Failure to approve this order would result in a loss of revenue for the Fire District and restricted access to the training facilities for the College District. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-783 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:2/19/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief or designee to execute a contract with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI), in an amount not to exceed $59,950 for geographic information software, for the period January 1, 2025 through January 31, 2028. (100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI) ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief or designee to execute a contract with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI), in an amount not to exceed $59,950 for geographic information software, subject to the terms of ESRI’s Master Agreement, for the period January 1, 2025 through January 31, 2028. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgeted. 100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund. BACKGROUND: A key component of our CAD 911 system is its geospatial capabilities.This functionality is incorporated through industry-standard mapping software provided by ESRI.As 911 emergency calls are processed by Dispatchers,each call is georectified,creating spatial awareness of its true location.The CAD mapping engine uses this data to determine driving directions and optimize routes.The ESRI mapping components are further used to create and comply with jurisdictional boundaries for agency responsibility areas. The Central Square CAD system and associated ESRI mapping components have been in use at the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District for over twenty years and are key components of our emergency call taking system. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-783,Version:1 This service agreement includes indemnity and a limitation of liability of the vendor. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: If this Agreement is not approved, the District will lose access to its GIS software CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-784 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:2/19/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a service agreement with Eaton Corporation, in an amount not to exceed $49,900 for uninterrupted power supply onsite services for the period February 01, 2025 through March 31, 2028, with optional annual renewals. (100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Eaton Corporation ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief,or designee,to execute a service agreement with Eaton Corporation,included indemnity and limitation of liability,in an amount not to exceed $49,900 to provide non- concurrent onsite support services for the District’s Uninterrupted Power Supply for the initial term of February 01,2025 through March 31,2028,with optional automatic annual renewals as outlined in the service agreement. FISCAL IMPACT: The amount request is 100% budgeted in the CCCFPD General Operating Fund. Per the agreement, there is an initial payment of $11,562 for the first year, and thereafter an annual 5% increase, for a total contract payment limit not to exceed $49,900. BACKGROUND: The Contra Costa Regional Fire Communications Center (CCRFCC)provides emergency medical,fire,and rescue dispatching and emergency communication services for the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District and other fire service agencies within Contra Costa County.Eaton provides the District with 24/7 customer service,annual inspections,and software upgrades on Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS)equipment to ensure the CCRFCC remains fully functional during power outages.In the event of power loss,the equipment provided by Eaton ensures uninterrupted power is available before backup generators are activated. The District had two new UPS systems installed in 2021,both of which require regular maintenance.This CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-784,Version:1 The District had two new UPS systems installed in 2021,both of which require regular maintenance.This agreement includes a provision for a limitation of liability for Eaton Corporation.This contract starts with an initial annual service agreement value of $11,562 and an amount not to exceed $49,900 over the course of four years with automatically renews annually,incorporating automatic cost escalators as outlined in the service agreement. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: If this Agreement is not approved,CCRFCC would be at risk of loss of functionality and even potential loss of power without the regular service and maintenance provided by Eaton Corporation. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-785 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:2/19/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a contract amendment with NBS Government Finance Group, to increase the payment limit by $600,000 to a new payment limit of $730,000 and extend the termination date through December 31, 2028, for Development Impact Fee, CFD formation, and User Fee studies, reporting, and administration. (100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Contract Amendment - NBS Government Finance Group ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief,or designee,to execute a contract amendment with NBS Government Finance Group (NBS),to increase the payment limit by $600,000 to a new payment limit of $730,000,and extend the termination date from February 28,2026 to December 31,2028,for Development Impact Fee, CFD formation, and User Fee studies, reporting, and administration. FISCAL IMPACT: 100%CCCFPD General Operating Fund.The District receives revenue from a variety of Development Impact Fees and Community Facilities Districts.The amount varies based on the rates established by the municipalities in the District’s service area.User fees are established by the District and are used to recover the costs of providing code enforcement,permitting,inspection,plan review,and other services directly from the persons who pay the fees. BACKGROUND: On March 1,2023,the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District entered into a contract with NBS to conduct studies related to Development Impact Fees (DIF),Community Facilities District (CFD)formation, and user fees.DIFs are collected during the building permit process to mitigate the impact of new construction service demands on District capital needs.CFD,also called Mello-Roos,are special districts that allow the District to access a parcel tax to pay for fire service in the newly developed areas. NBS is providing multiple services under this contract to assist the District with funding of development related growth.This includes ensuring required Development Impact Fee reporting is completed as well as completingCONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-785,Version:1 growth.This includes ensuring required Development Impact Fee reporting is completed as well as completing a Development Impact Fee Study to ensure those fees are updated to capture current costs related to facilities needs resulting from new development.The work plan also includes Fiscal Impact Analysis and Community Facilities District formation that review the impact of new developments from a services perspective,with a goal of ensuring that new developments also fund the additional associated service costs.The CFD work also includes the ongoing administration,which is the work of placing the levy on the tax roll so that the CFDs already in place continue to be levied with funds collected contributing to the provision of services by the District.It also includes the continued annexation of property to the existing CFDs so that those properties that are required to be annexed and ultimately taxed within the CFD go through the legal process to allow for that taxation to occur.The work plan includes a User/Regulatory Fee Study that will update the Code Enforcement Fees with the goal of having the fees reflect the cost of providing these services. The increased payment limit will provide funding for NBS Government Finance Group to complete the original scope of work and continue to provide CFD annexation and administration services. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: In the event that this Agreement is not approved,the Fire District will no longer receive services from the NBS Government Finance Group.This would also impair the District’s ability to generate the required DIF reporting, potentially leading to non-compliance and failure to meet the regulatory requirements. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-786 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:2/20/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent to execute, on behalf of the Fire Chief, a purchase order with Municipal Emergency Services, in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 for the acquisition of firefighting equipment, thermal imaging cameras, rescue tools, and related accessories, for the period April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2028. (100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Blanket Purchase Order for Municipal Emergency Services ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent to execute,on behalf of the Fire Chief,a purchase order with Municipal Emergency Services,in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 for the acquisition of firefighting equipment,thermal imaging cameras,rescue tools,and related accessories,for the period April 1,2025 through March 31, 2028. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgeted. 100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund. BACKGROUND: Firefighter equipment is standardized to ensure maximum safety and performance,and Municipal Emergency Services is no exception.The Fire District relies on this vendor for essential gear,including boots,wildland gloves,and thermal imaging cameras,all of which meet the highest safety standards.The blanket purchase order is crucial for maintaining the Fire District’s established relationship with this trusted vendor,enabling the District to streamline the procurement process and ensure timely access to critical personal protective equipment (PPE) when needed. This purchase is through the Fire District’s participation in the Sourcewell cooperative procurement program, subject to the terms and conditions of the Sourcewell Master Contract,for the acquisition of firefighting equipment, thermal imaging cameras, rescue tools, and related accessories. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: If this blanket purchase order is not approved,the Fire District will be unable to procure essential firefighting CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-786,Version:1 equipment in a timely manner. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-787 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:2/20/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent to execute, on behalf of the Fire Chief, a purchase order with Hazmat Resource, in an amount not to exceed $240,000 for the acquisition of hazardous materials equipment, personal protective equipment, training devices, technical reference material and related accessories for the period May 1, 2025 through April 30, 2028. (100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Blanket Purchase Order for Hazmat Equipment ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent to execute,on behalf of the Fire Chief,a purchase order with Hazmat Resource,in an amount not to exceed $240,000 for the acquisition of hazardous materials equipment,personal protective equipment,training devices,technical reference material and related accessories for the period May 1, 2025 through April 30, 2028. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgeted. 100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund. BACKGROUND: The release,combustion,or explosion of hazardous materials presents severe risks to public safety,the environment,and property.In response to these dangers,many fire departments have established specialized Hazardous Materials Response Teams.Since 2018,the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District has been receiving critical equipment,training,and funding from the California Office of Emergency Services.In 2021, the District further strengthened its capabilities with the acquisition of a hazardous materials vehicle.It is necessary to maintain a consistent stock of the necessary hazardous materials response equipment,ensuring it is always readily available.The use of standardized equipment,as established by state guidelines,guarantees interoperability across Hazmat teams throughout California.Hazmat Resource is one of the few vendors whose products meet both state and national firefighting safety standards. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: If this blanket purchase order is not approved,the Fire District will be unable to maintain the essential CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-787,Version:1 If this blanket purchase order is not approved,the Fire District will be unable to maintain the essential equipment required to effectively operate its Hazardous Materials Response Team. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-788 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:2/21/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a contract with CivicPlus in an amount not to exceed $75,000 for the period April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2027. (100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:CivicPlus Website Agreement ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief,or designee,to execute a contract with CivicPlus in an amount not to exceed $75,000,for updates and enhancements to the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District's website for the period April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2027. FISCAL IMPACT: Budgeted. 100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund. BACKGROUND: In recent years,the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (CCCFPD)has faced increasing demands for a more efficient,user-friendly,and comprehensive website.The current website no longer meets all of the needs of our community,staff,or operational requirements.Technology has evolved significantly,and the current platform lacks some of the essential functionalities required to keep up with modern demands. A new and refreshed CCCFPD website will make website navigation quicker,easier and address several key improvements such as an improved user experience,mobile accessibility,enhanced communication,and online services. Additionally,the District’s role within the community has expanded to include more outreach,education,and awareness initiatives.The website will better reflect these responsibilities by providing resources related to fire prevention, fire safety, and the timely dissemination of emergency information. A new website will not only enhance our ability to communicate effectively with the community but also CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-788,Version:1 A new website will not only enhance our ability to communicate effectively with the community but also ensure that the District remains responsive, efficient, and prepared for the future. This service is being obtained under the Federal General Services Administration (GSA)contract number GS- 35F-0124U.This system allows state and local government agencies to procure goods and services under the federal bid and contract award process. This agreement includes limitation of liability language. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: If this contract is not approved,the Fire District will be required to seek an alternative vendor for website development and hosting services. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-789 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:2/25/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to apply for and accept, grant funding from the USDA Forest Service State FY 2025 Community Wildfire Defense Grant in an amount not to exceed $300,000 to update the Contra Costa County Wildfire Protection Plan, a strategic countywide wildfire planning document. (90% Federal, 10% Measure X) Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:FY 2025 USDA Community Wildfire Defense Grant ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief,or designee,to apply and accept,if awarded,funding from the USDA Forest Service State FY 2025 Community Wildfire Defense Grant in an amount not to exceed $300,000 to update the Contra Costa County Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP),a strategic countywide wildfire planning document, last updated in 2019 with the recommendation that the plan be updated every five years. FISCAL IMPACT: USDA Community Wildfire Defense Grant Funded (90%)with required match funds (10%)from the Measure X, a non-federal local tax initiative under the “Fire/Wildland Mitigation/Fuel Reduction” allocation . BACKGROUND: The Contra Costa County Wildfire Prevention Plan project is a comprehensive initiative to enhance wildfire resilience in Contra Costa County,by developing the Contra Costa Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP).The project will involve various activities,including extensive data collection and analysis, community engagement and outreach,development of mitigation strategies,and preparing necessary environmental documents in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).Completing the CWPP will position the county and its high-risk surrounding areas to implement wildfire mitigation strategies to safeguard the community,preserve the natural landscape,and enhance the overall resilience of the region against the threat of wildfires. In 2019,Diablo Fire Safe Council served as the preparer of the 2019 document in conjunction with the Contra Costa County Fire Chiefs Association,Hills Emergency Forum,and Stakeholder Committee Members.This CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-789,Version:1 Costa County Fire Chiefs Association,Hills Emergency Forum,and Stakeholder Committee Members.This request is made with support from Sheryl Drinkwater,the President of Diablo Fire Safe Council and will be a stakeholder in the updating process.All local government entities and non-government organizations with a vested interest in wildfire mitigation planning will be included in the planning process. The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District, Fire Prevention Bureau will be responsible for developing plans and providing recommendations related to community education and outreach to public and non-profit agencies; assisting in new mitigation efforts and technology, and broadcasting innovative programs available to residents to support mitigation and disaster recovery programs during and following the updating process. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: If this action is not approved,we will continue to experience "random acts of mitigation"in at-risk communities.Without a unified approach,best practices,opportunities for collaboration,or joint projects acting as a force multiplier vulnerable areas of the county at risk to wildfire will be missed over the next five years. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-790 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:3/3/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a property transfer agreement and accept transferred property for a Griffin G510 chemical detection monitor from the Bay Area Urban Area Security Initiative. (No fiscal impact) Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Accepting Grant Funded Equipment and Associated Agreement ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief,or designee,to execute a property transfer agreement and accept transferred property for a Griffin G510 chemical detection monitor from the Bay Area Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI). FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with accepting this transferred property.In future years,the device will require maintenance, up to $5,000 annually, which will be budgeted by the Fire District. BACKGROUND: The Contra Costa Fire Protection District was selected as the East Bay Hub recipient of the fiscal year 2022 National Priority Project through the Bay Area UASI.The portable Griffin G510 GC/MS (gas chromatograph mass spectrometer)is a device that helps responders identify chemicals in the field within minutes.This includes trace-level detection of narcotics like Fentanyl,opioids, amphetamines,and other drugs-of-abuse,chemical warfare agents (including being validated for A-series or Novichok agents), explosives,toxic industrial chemicals,environmental pollutants,and other chemicals of interest.The Griffin G510 GC/MS is a confirmatory decision support tool that identifies potential hazards,and helps guide response professionals in determining the appropriate course of action. The Griffin G510 is valued at $125,000 and has already been purchased by the Bay Area Urban Areas Security Initiative.This board action allows the Fire District to accept the transfer of this equipment. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-790,Version:1 CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: Not accepting the grant transfer of the chemical detection equipment will limit our ability to quickly and accurately assess and identify potentially dangerous chemicals in emergencies.These emergencies could result from accidental releases or intentional criminal activity.Identification is key to safely mitigating hazardous material incidents to protect lives,environment,and property. The Fire District would have to identify $125,000 in funding to acquire this device independently. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-791 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:2/25/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Fire Chief, to execute a purchase order with Freightliner of Arizona, in an amount not to exceed $430,000, for a hooklift prime mover vehicle to deliver modular containers for disaster response. (75% Federal, 25% CCCFPD General Operating Fund) Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Purchase Order with Freightliner of Arizona for a Hooklift Prime Mover ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent,on behalf of the Fire Chief,to execute a purchase order with Freightliner of Arizona,LLC,in an amount not to exceed $430,000,for a hooklift prime mover vehicle. FISCAL IMPACT: $323,024 Federal grant funds; balance up to $106,976 CCCFPD General Fund. BACKGROUND: On March 8,2022,the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District received Board approval to apply for and accept grant funding for four Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI)grant projects.The District was awarded funds to purchase acoustic listening devices,a hooklift prime mover,a large incident support prime mover,and Stanley hydraulic tools. The hooklift prime mover was allocated $323,024 of the grant funding. The hooklift prime mover vehicle purchased with these grant funds will be used by the rescue program to deliver modular containers outfitted for disaster/terrorism response. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 1 of 2 powered by Legistar™ File #:25-791,Version:1 CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: Without a purchase order, the District will not be able to purchase this grant-funded vehicle. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Printed on 4/22/2025Page 2 of 2 powered by Legistar™ 1025 ESCOBAR STREET MARTINEZ, CA 94553CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Legislation Details (With Text) File #: Version:125-792 Name: Status:Type:Consent Item Passed File created:In control:2/27/2025 FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT On agenda:Final action:3/11/2025 3/11/2025 Title:DENY claim filed by LPRMS. Attachments: Action ByDate Action ResultVer.Tally approvedFIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT3/11/2025 1 Pass To:Board of Directors From:Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Report Title:Claims ☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee RECOMMENDATIONS: DENY claim filed by LPRMS. FISCAL IMPACT: No fiscal impact. BACKGROUND: LPRMS: Property claim for damage to vehicle in the amount of $29,813.53. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: Not approving the denial could extend the claimants’ time limits to file actions against the County. 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