Foreign Fire Insurance Board
Regular MeetingSkokie, IL · June 23, 2025
Agenda
VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
Foreign Fire Insurance Board - Meeting Notice & Agenda
Monday/ June 23, 2025, 0900 -1000
Station 16 Second Floor Conference Room
i. Cail to Order
II. Acceptance of Minutes - April 18, 2025 (attached)
May 11, 2025 Meeting Cancelled
111. Reports
Distribution List:
a. Chairperson-Chief Jeffrey Hoefiich
£BB Members
b. Vice Chairperson -Jacob Gasior
Fire Chief Jeff Hoeflich
c. Secretary - Firefighter Matthew Finnander
FF Jacob Gasior
d. Treasurer - Firefighter Jeremy Simoneili FF Matthew Finnander
e. Sub-committees
FFJeremy Fisher
FF Mark Pappas
IV. Public Comment
FF Andrew Schmitt
FFJeremySimonelli
V. Old Business
a. Update on Purchases of Approved Requests Mpn-voting Member
9 Bunkroom Improvements -Station #16 -Capital Improvements J. Prendi, Finance
(Approved - Scheduled to begin in August) Director
• RITCOUTDOORS.Com Stainless drinking mugs (Approved)
Board Administration
• Replacement of Broken Tool Chest @ Station #18 (Tabled)
Nancy Maroney
• Replace Existing Work Bench (Tabled)
• Upgrade of Station Network (WiFl) (Tabled)
• Re-lntroduction of Pick List ($350/per person approved - Pending logistical matters?)
• Belt Squat Machine for Station #18 (Tabled)
• 3 Person Indoor Traditional Sauna for Station #18 (Tabled)
• New Weber Griil for Station #18 (Approved)
Vt. New Business
b. New Requests:
1336757165 Semi Annual Cleaning of Ice Machines - 3 Stations
1345118096 Acquisition of Specialized EMS Equipment & Advanced EMS Training ~ Till Members
1345850643 Battery Powered Blower utilizing same Battery Platform currently used at SFD
1346930370 Low Maintenance Durable Outdoor Chairs - Station #18
1353677935 Annual Open Request - Department Training
1353678517 Annual Open Request - Knife Sharpening - All 3 Stations
1353677388 Annual Open Request ~ Cabie/lnternet Service - All 3 Stations
1353677085 Annual Open Request -Peloton Subscription for Bikes/Treadmills-Ali 3 Stations
1353677701 Annual Open Request - FDIC Attendance
This meeting is open to the public and your attendance is encouraged.
This notice is in accordance with Illinois State Statute 5 ILCS -120/2.02
624159 FFIB Meeting Agenda fe Attachments
c. Next Meeting Confirmation - 07/14/25
d. Adjournment
Attachments:
Meeting Minutes from April 18, 2025
New Business Requests (Listed Above)
This meeting is open to the public and your attendance is encouraged.
This notice is in accordance with Illinois State Statute 5 ILCS - 120/2.02.
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Form Name: FFIB Request
Submission Time: April 21, 2025 11:08 am
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!P Address: 50.233.53.34
Unique ID; 1336757165
Location: 25.9585, -80.1381
Skokie Fire Department
Date Apr 21,2025
Your Name John Palsir
Explanation of Expenditure Semi annual professional cleaning of Station 16, 17, and 18 ice
machines.
Attachment states quarterly cleaning, but after talking to owner
stated price is per visit semi annually.
The cost is $1755.00 per visit ($1755.00 twice a year)
Type of Expenditure Other
Other appliance maintenance
How does this meet the criteria Maintain clean ice machines for the health of employees that use
"for the maintenance, use and the ice.
benefit of the department?
Additional Information Kevin Kelly
Emerald Service
Cell: 847-489-4230
Name of Captain, B/C, D/C Captain Vrshek
Approving Request
Proposed Expense 1755
Shipping or Delivery Expense 0
Total Expense with Shipping or 1755
Delivery
Upload a file #1 (optional based htfcps://www.formstack.com/admin/download/file/17896709811
on the Requirements above)
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Form Name: FF1B Request
Submission Time: May 16, 2025 9:35 pm
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!P Address: 50.233,53.34
Unique ID: 1345118096
Location: 25.9585.-80.1381
Skokie Fire Department
Date May 16, 2025
Your Name JosephJohnson
Explanation of Expenditure The Tactical EMS (TEMS) members of the TIU is requesting annual
funding to support the acquisition of specialized EMS equipment
and advanced EMS training. These funds will be used to equip
TEMS members with the necessary tools to effectively respond to
tactical emergencies. Additionally, the funding will cover the cost
of specialized training courses, enabling team members to
enhance their skills and expand their operational knowledge. The
money will not be limited to TEMS members, but open to all
paramedics seeking specialized equipment and training.
Type of Expenditure EMS
How does this meet the criteria The money would be used to benefit ANY fire department
"for the maintenance, use and paramedics seeking specialized equipment and training that is not
benefit of the department? typically covered by the SFD or SPD.
Additional Information Any purchases will be approved by the EMS officer before
purchase to make sure they adhere to the maintenance, use and
benefit of the department.
Name of Captain, B/C, D/C Captain Vrshek
Approving Request
Proposed Expense 7500
Shipping or Delivery Expense 0
Total Expense with Shipping or 7500
Delivery
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Form Name: FFiB Request
Submission Time: May 19,2025 7:14 pm
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IP Address: 50.233.53.34
Unique ID: 1345850643
Location: 25.9585, -80.1381
Skokie Fire Department
Date May 19, 2025
Your Name Callan Beeson
Explanation of Expenditure Requesting battery powered blower that utilizes the same battery
platform currently in use by SFD. The current blower no longer
works well and requires maintenance. The battery blower also
aligns with the Village of Skokie's green initiative by utilizing
battery power instead of mixed fuel source of power,
Type of Expenditure Building and Grounds
How does this meet the criteria The blower will allow tire staff to effectively and efficiently clean
"for the maintenance, use and the bay floor from debris such as dust, leaves and other debris
benefit of the department? that blows into the station bay upon leaving and entering through
garage doors.
Additional Information Preferred Choice
Home Depot Milwaukee: includes two M18 batteries and fast
charger, Slower moves 500 CFM
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee"M18-FUEL-120-MPH-50
O-CFM-lSV-Brushless-Cordless-Battery-Powered-Leaf-Blower-Kit-w
"2"FORGE-Batteries-Rapid-Charger-3017-21HD-48-ll-1861/33273
3374
Second Choice
Ace Hardware: Includes one M18 battery and charger. Slower
mover 450 CFM
https://www.acehardware.com/deparfcments/lawn-and-garden/out
door-power-equipment/feaf"b!owers/F001752?variatfonProductCod
e-7026136
Name of Captain, B/C, D/C Captain Vrshek
Approving Request
Proposed Expense 589
Shipping or Delivery Expense 0
Total Expense with Shipping or 0
Delivery
Form Name: FRB Request
Submission Time: May 22. 2025 5:17 pm
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IP Address: 50.233,53,34
Unique ID: 1346930370
Location: 36.0711, -86.7196
Skokie Fire Department
Date May 22, 2025
Your Name Callan Beeson
Explanation of Expenditure Long lasting, low maintenance and durable outdoor chairs for
Station 18 courtyard area. We are requesting for 6 oufcdoor station
chairs.
Type of Expenditure Building and Grounds
How does this meet the criteria The Poiywood outdoor chairs will allow the shifts at Station 18 to
"for the maintenance, use and better use a currently under utilized outdoor space. This will
benefit of the department? encourage comradery and better upkeep of stations outdoor
space. The Polywood chairs can be left outside with little to do
degradation from the winter or other elements.
Additional Information Polywood chairs are currently on sale on the website. Slate Grey
is the least expensive color. Polywood chairs are made in the USA
and have a 20 year warranty. Chairs are fade, stain, and UV
resistant. This brand seems to be one of the most affordable
outdoor chairs.
Polywood:
hfctps://www.polywood.com/products/vineyard-curveback"adironda
ck-chair-ad600?variant=45792451002595
Great Escape:
https://shopthegreatescape.com/collectfons/po!ywood-seatEng/pro
ducts/vineyard-curveback-adirondack-chair?variant==4243716309
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Name of Captain, B/C, D/C Captain Vrshek
Approving Request
Proposed Expense 1647
Shipping or Delivery Expense 0
Total Expense with Shipping or 1647
Delivery
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Form Name: FFIB Request
Submission Time: June 16, 2025 6:42 am
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IP Address: 50.233,53.34
Unique ID: 1353677935
location: 30.2183.-81.5621
Skokie Fire Department
Date Jun 16, 2025
Your Name Steve Jagman
Explanation of Expenditure Annual Open Request FY26 for Department Training
Type of Expenditure Firefighting
How does this meet the criteria Supplements the VOS budget to allow additional funds for sending
"for the maintenance, use and personnel to training,
benefit of the department?
Name of Captain, B/C, D/C Steve Jagman
Approving Request
Proposed Expense 20000
Shipping or Delivery Expense 0
Total Expense with Shipping or 20000
Delivery
Quote #1
Quote #2
Quote #3
Vendor Information I have included the vendor information including the preferred
vendor of choice, the reason why ! recommend this vendor, and
all necessary documentation that would be needed for the FFIB to
consider this item for approval and to complete the purchase. I
understand that not including this information may result in the
denial or delay of the requested item.
Form Name: FFIB Request
Submission Time: June 16,2025 6:46 am
Browser: Chrome 131.0.0.0/Windows
IP Address: 50.233.53.34
Unique ID: 1353678517
Location; 30.2183,-81.5621
Skokie Fire Department
Date jun 16, 2025
Your Name Steve jagman
Explanation of Expenditure Annual open request for FY26 to supply funds for the knife
sharpening at all 3 stations.
Type of Expenditure Administration
How does this meet the criteria Provides sharp knives for food preparation, preventing injury from
"for the maintenance, use and duli or damaged knives.
benefit of the department?
Name of Captain, B/C, D/C Steve Jagman
Approving Request
Proposed Expense 1107
Shipping or Delivery Expense 0
Total Expense with Shipping or 1107
Delivery
Quote #1
Quote #2
Vendor Information ! have included the vendor information including the preferred
vendor of choice, the reason why ! recommend this vendor, and
all necessary documentation that would be needed for the FFIB to
consider this item for approval and to complete the purchase. I
understand that not including this information may result in the
denial or delay of the requested item.
Form Name: FFIB Request
Submission Time: June 16, 2025 6:39 am
Browser: Chrome 131.0.0.0 / Windows
IP Address: 50.233.53.34
Unique ID: 1353677388
Location: 30.2183, -81.5621
Skokie Fire Department
Date jun 16, 2025
Your Name Steve Jagman
Explanation of Expenditure Annual Open Request FY26 for Cable/lnternet Service for all
stations.
Type of Expenditure Administration
How does this meet the criteria Provides funds to provide cable and internet service at all
"for the maintenance, use and stations.
benefit of the department?
Name of Captain, B/C, D/C Steve Jagman
Approving Request
Proposed Expense 15000
Shipping or Delivery Expense 0
Total Expense with Shipping or 15000
Delivery
Quote #1
Quote #2
Quote #3
Vendor Information I have included the vendor information including the preferred
vendor of choice, the reason why I recommend this vendor, and
all necessary documentation that would be needed for the FFIB to
consider this item for approval and to complete the purchase,
understand that not including this information may result in the
denial or delay of the requested Item.
Form Name: FFIB Request
Submission Time: June 16, 2025 6:37 am
Browser: Chrome 131,0,0,0 / Windows
IP Address: 50,233.53.34
Unique ID: 1353677085
Location: 30.2183,-81.5621
Skokie Fire Department
Date Jun 16, 2025
Your Name Steve jagman
Explanation of Expenditure
Annual open request for FY26 to supply funds for the Peloton
subscription for bikes and treadmills at all 3 stations.
Type of Expenditure Administration
How does this meet the criteria Supports the FFIB purchase of the Peioton bikes by providing
"for the maintenance, use and funds for the required annual subscription.
benefit of the department?
Name of Captain, B/C, D/C Steve Jagman
Approving Request
Proposed Expense 1584
Shipping or Delivery Expense 0
Total Expense with Shipping or 1584
Delivery
Quote #1
Quote #2
Vendor Information I have included the vendor information including the preferred
vendor of choice, the reason why I recommend this vendor, and
aif necessary documentation that would be needed for the FFIB to
consider this item for approval and to complete the purchase. I
understand that not including this information may result in the
denial or delay of the requested item.
Form Name; FFIB Request
Submission Time: June 16, 2025 6;41 am
Browser: Chrome 131,0.0.0 /Windows
!P Address: 50.233.53.34
Unique ID: 1353677701
Location: 30.2183.-81,5621
Skokie Fire Department
Date Jun 16. 2025
Your Name Steve Jagman
Explanation of Expenditure Annual Open Request FY26 for for FDIC attendance.
Type of Expenditure Firefighting
How does this meet the criteria Provides funds to allow personnel to attend FD!C.
"for the maintenance, use and
benefit of the department?
Name of Captain, B/C, D/C Steve Jagman
Approving Request
Proposed Expense 3600
Shipping or Delivery Expense 0
Total Expense with Shipping or 3600
Delivery
Quote #1
Quote #2
Vendor Information have included the vendor information including the preferred
vendor of choice, the reason why I recommend this vendor, and
all necessary documentation that would be needed for the FFiB to
consider this item for approval and to complete the purchase. I
understand that not including this information may result In the
denial or delay of the requested item.
Vendor Information I have included the vendor information including the preferred
vendor of choice, the reason why I recommend this vendor, and
all necessary documentation that would be needed for the FFIB to
consider this item for approval and to complete the purchase. I
understand that not including this information may result in the
denial or delay of the requested item.