EAST QUOGUE FIRE DISTRICT

REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING

AUGUST 6, 2026

 

The Regular Monthly Meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the East Quogue Fire District was called to order by Chairman Stephen Gregory at 7:00 p.m. Present were Commissioners Stephen Gregory, Allyn Jackson, Edmund Densieski and Bob Despres, Medical Coordinator Brian Danowski, Fire District Facilities Manager Paul Sulzinski, Chief Glenn Bullock, First Assistant Chief Mark Gregory, Second Assistant Chief Alex Gladding, Treasurer Jenine Oudeans and Secretary Lorraine Gregory.

 

FIRE DISTRICT FACILITIES MANAGER REPORT

See attached report.

MEDICAL COORDINATOR REPORT

A motion was made by Commissioner Despres, seconded by Commissioner Jackson, approving the purchase of the medical supplies requested from Bound Tree, at a total cost of $1,488.24.

Approved 4-0.

REPORT DISCUSSISON

  1. , , 4. After a brief discussion regarding hiring Steve Blum and Taylor Reed as part-time paramedics and Christian Sinning as a part-time EMT, a resolution was drawn up and states as follows:

2026-29. The Board of Fire Commissioners of the East Quogue Fire District hereby resolves to retain Steve Blum and Taylor Reed as part-time Paramedics, at an hourly rate of $35.00 and Christian Sinning as a part-time EMT, at an hourly rate of $26.00.

A motion was made by Commissioner Densieski, seconded by Commissioner Despres, approving adoption of Resolution 2026-29. Approved 4-0.

  1. Danowski advised the Board that he had spoken with Specialty Ambulance and that the cost of a new ambulance, right now from State bid, is approximately $350,000.00 and does not include auto load stretchers.
  1. To be discussed

CHIEF'S REPORT REQUESTS

  1. A motion was made by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Densieski, approving the purchase of fifty (50) straps and holders for the portable radios, at a cost of $4,805.50. Approved 4-0.
  1. A motion was made by Commissioner Despres, seconded by Commissioner Jackson, approving the purchase of Hand Tools for 7-6-2, at an approximate cost of $300.00. Approved 4-0.
  1. A motion was made by Commissioner Densieski, seconded by Commissioner Despres, approving the purchase of three (3) 25' Extension Cords for various apparatus, at an approximate cost of $49.00 each. Approved 4-0.

ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION

None.

ATTORNEY DISCUSSION

Mr. Glass was not in attendance.

MINUTES

A motion was made by Commissioner Densieski, seconded by Commissioner Despres, approving the Minutes of the July 2, 2026 Regular Monthly Meeting. Approved 4-0.

TREASURER'S REPORT

See attached report.

ABSTRACT OF BILLS

A motion was made by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Gregory, approving the Treasurer's Report as submitted and the following Abstracts of Bills for the General Fund:

July 7, 2026 consisting of 25 checks totaling $37,233.93 and July 22, 2026 consisting of 18 checks totaling $57,812.25 and the transfer of $100,000.00 made from the General Fund Money Market to the Checking Account. Approved 4-0.

COMMUNICATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE

A letter was received from the Town of Southampton Planning Department regarding the Kosinski Subdivision.

OLD BUSINESS

A motion was made by Commissioner Densieski, seconded by Commissioner Despres, authorizing the purchase often (10) sets of bunker gear from Fire Tech and Safety, at a total approximate cost of $57,492.50. Approved 4-0.

A motion was made by Commissioner Despres, seconded by Commissioner Densieski, accepting the proposal from Hello Alert for the Telephone System Upgrade and Key Card System upgrade, at a total cost of $9,854.32. Approved 4-0.

Commissioner Gregory advised the Board that Commissioner Jankowski and Chief Bullock have been negotiating with an ambulance service in New Jersey regarding the purchase of a high water vehicle. The price is firm at $21,000.00 and shipping cost would be $600.00. Seller requires payment prior to delivery of the vehicle. However, the Law does not allow prepayment. Chief Bullock will follow up on this project.

Commissioner Jackson stated that he is still working on the Cancer insurance, LOSAP and the upgrading of the monument area which will be scheduled after September 11th.

Commissioner Gregory asked the Chiefs if they had any memorial plans for September 11th.

Commissioner Gregory also thanked the Chiefs and Department members for their cooperation in cleaning up Station 2.

NEW BUSINESS

Commissioner Gregory advised the Board that the gutters at Station 2 have been cleaned and that he has arranged for several trees to be removed and several to be trimmed. A motion was made by Commissioner Despres, seconded by Commissioner Densieski, accepting the proposal from Alhei Tree Service Corp. for the removal of three trees with stump grinding, trimming branches from remainder of trees and removal of debris, at a cost of$2,800.00. Approved 4-0.

Chief Bullock asked if the District is responsible for paying for repairs to 7-6-3. Commissioner Jackson responded, yes.

Commissioner Jackson reminded the Board that we need to notify Hometown that we will not be renewing the First Reliance Standard Disability Policy.

With regard to the Kosinski Subdivision, the Board has no recommendations to make at this time except for the usual General Requirements.

At 8:40 p.m., a motion was made by Commissioner Gregory, seconded by Commissioner Densieski, calling the meeting into Executive Session to discuss an employment issue. Approved 4-0. (Note: At this point, the Chiefs, Mr. Sulzinski and Mr. Danowski left the meeting.)

At 8:50 p.m., a motion was made by Commissioner Gregory, seconded by Commissioner Jackson, calling the meeting out of Executive Session. Approved 4-0.

At the close of Executive Session, a resolution was drawn up and states as follows:

 

2026-30. The Board of Fire Commissioners of the East Quogue Fire District hereby resolve to accept the resignation of Jamie Gluck, per diem Paramedic, effective immediately.

A motion was made by Commissioner Gregory, seconded by Commissioner Densieski, accepting adoption of Resolution 2026-30. Approved 4-0.

A workshop was scheduled for Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the 2027 Budget. All necessary personnel will be asked to attend so as to present their budget needs for the commg year.

At 8:55 p.m., there being no further business, a motion was made by Commissioner Despres, seconded by Commissioner Jackson, to adjourn the meeting. Approved 4-0.

Submitted by

Lorraine Gregory, Secretary

EAST QUOGUE FIRE DISTRICT

REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING

AUGUST 6, 2026

 

The Regular Monthly Meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the East Quogue Fire District was called to order by Chairman Stephen Gregory at 7:00 p.m. Present were Commissioners Stephen Gregory, Allyn Jackson, Edmund Densieski and Bob Despres, Medical Coordinator Brian Danowski, Fire District Facilities Manager Paul Sulzinski, Chief Glenn Bullock, First Assistant Chief Mark Gregory, Second Assistant Chief Alex Gladding, Treasurer Jenine Oudeans and Secretary Lorraine Gregory.

FIRE DISTRICT FACILITIES MANAGER REPORT

See attached report.

MEDICAL COORDINATOR REPORT

A motion was made by Commissioner Despres, seconded by Commissioner Jackson, approving the purchase of the medical supplies requested from Bound Tree, at a total cost of $1,488.24.

Approved 4-0.

REPORT DISCUSSISON

  1. , , 4. After a brief discussion regarding hiring Steve Blum and Taylor Reed as part-time paramedics and Christian Sinning as a part-time EMT, a resolution was drawn up and states as follows:

2026-29. The Board of Fire Commissioners of the East Quogue Fire District hereby resolves to retain Steve Blum and Taylor Reed as part-time Paramedics, at an hourly rate of $35.00 and Christian Sinning as a part-time EMT, at an hourly rate of $26.00.

A motion was made by Commissioner Densieski, seconded by Commissioner Despres, approving adoption of Resolution 2026-29. Approved 4-0.

  1. Danowski advised the Board that he had spoken with Specialty Ambulance and that the cost of a new ambulance, right now from State bid, is approximately $350,000.00 and does not include auto load stretchers.
  1. To be discussed

CHIEF'S REPORT REQUESTS

  1. A motion was made by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Densieski, approving the purchase of fifty (50) straps and holders for the portable radios, at a cost of $4,805.50. Approved 4-0.
  1. A motion was made by Commissioner Despres, seconded by Commissioner Jackson, approving the purchase of Hand Tools for 7-6-2, at an approximate cost of $300.00. Approved 4-0.
  1. A motion was made by Commissioner Densieski, seconded by Commissioner Despres, approving the purchase of three (3) 25' Extension Cords for various apparatus, at an approximate cost of $49.00 each. Approved 4-0.

ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION

None.

ATTORNEY DISCUSSION

Mr. Glass was not in attendance.

MINUTES

A motion was made by Commissioner Densieski, seconded by Commissioner Despres, approving the Minutes of the July 2, 2026 Regular Monthly Meeting. Approved 4-0.

TREASURER'S REPORT

See attached report.

ABSTRACT OF BILLS

A motion was made by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Gregory, approving the Treasurer's Report as submitted and the following Abstracts of Bills for the General Fund:

July 7, 2026 consisting of 25 checks totaling $37,233.93 and July 22, 2026 consisting of 18 checks totaling $57,812.25 and the transfer of $100,000.00 made from the General Fund Money Market to the Checking Account. Approved 4-0.

COMMUNICATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE

A letter was received from the Town of Southampton Planning Department regarding the Kosinski Subdivision.

OLD BUSINESS

A motion was made by Commissioner Densieski, seconded by Commissioner Despres, authorizing the purchase often (10) sets of bunker gear from Fire Tech and Safety, at a total approximate cost of $57,492.50. Approved 4-0.

A motion was made by Commissioner Despres, seconded by Commissioner Densieski, accepting the proposal from Hello Alert for the Telephone System Upgrade and Key Card System upgrade, at a total cost of $9,854.32. Approved 4-0.

Commissioner Gregory advised the Board that Commissioner Jankowski and Chief Bullock have been negotiating with an ambulance service in New Jersey regarding the purchase of a high water vehicle. The price is firm at $21,000.00 and shipping cost would be $600.00. Seller requires payment prior to delivery of the vehicle. However, the Law does not allow prepayment. Chief Bullock will follow up on this project.

Commissioner Jackson stated that he is still working on the Cancer insurance, LOSAP and the upgrading of the monument area which will be scheduled after September 11th.

Commissioner Gregory asked the Chiefs if they had any memorial plans for September 11th.

Commissioner Gregory also thanked the Chiefs and Department members for their cooperation in cleaning up Station 2.

NEW BUSINESS

Commissioner Gregory advised the Board that the gutters at Station 2 have been cleaned and that he has arranged for several trees to be removed and several to be trimmed. A motion was made by Commissioner Despres, seconded by Commissioner Densieski, accepting the proposal from Alhei Tree Service Corp. for the removal of three trees with stump grinding, trimming branches from remainder of trees and removal of debris, at a cost of$2,800.00. Approved 4-0.

Chief Bullock asked if the District is responsible for paying for repairs to 7-6-3. Commissioner Jackson responded, yes.

Commissioner Jackson reminded the Board that we need to notify Hometown that we will not be renewing the First Reliance Standard Disability Policy.

With regard to the Kosinski Subdivision, the Board has no recommendations to make at this time except for the usual General Requirements.

At 8:40 p.m., a motion was made by Commissioner Gregory, seconded by Commissioner Densieski, calling the meeting into Executive Session to discuss an employment issue. Approved 4-0. (Note: At this point, the Chiefs, Mr. Sulzinski and Mr. Danowski left the meeting.)

At 8:50 p.m., a motion was made by Commissioner Gregory, seconded by Commissioner Jackson, calling the meeting out of Executive Session. Approved 4-0.

At the close of Executive Session, a resolution was drawn up and states as follows:

 

2026-30. The Board of Fire Commissioners of the East Quogue Fire District hereby resolve to accept the resignation of Jamie Gluck, per diem Paramedic, effective immediately.

A motion was made by Commissioner Gregory, seconded by Commissioner Densieski, accepting adoption of Resolution 2026-30. Approved 4-0.

A workshop was scheduled for Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the 2027 Budget. All necessary personnel will be asked to attend so as to present their budget needs for the commg year.

At 8:55 p.m., there being no further business, a motion was made by Commissioner Despres, seconded by Commissioner Jackson, to adjourn the meeting. Approved 4-0.

Submitted by

Lorraine Gregory, Secretary