February's Meeting Minutes 2026

EAST QUOGUE FIRE DISTRICT

REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING

FEBRUARY 5, 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 Allyn Jackson, Stephen Gregory, Robert Despres and Theodore Jankowski, Fire District Facilities Supervisor Dave Schaffauer, Medical Coordinator Brian Danowski, Chief Glenn Bullock, First Assistant Chief Mark Gregory, Treasurer Jenine Oudeans and Secretary Lorraine Gregory.

 

 

FIRE DISTRICT FACILITIES SUPERVISOR REPORT

See attached report.

Mr. Schaffauer advised the Board that Jerry is working on a proposal for the bailout window and will also include the cost of a movable wall.  The wall will prevent members from “swinging”.

ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION

No discussion.

MAINTENANCE REPORT

Maintenance Report dated 1/1/26 to 1/31/26 submitted to the Board.

Due to proprietary program issues, 7-6-11 will have to be taken to Seagrave in New Jersey or RVI to repair the bucket problems.

MEDICAL COORDINATOR REPORT

See attached report.

MATERIAL REQUESTS

A motion was made by Commissioner Jankowski, seconded by Commissioner Despres, authorizing the purchase of the medical supplies requested ($447.77) and five (5) Slishman Traction Splints ($187.49 each - total cost $937.45) from Bound Tree Medical, at a total cost of $1,385.22.  Approved 4-0.

REPORT DISCUSSION

None..

CHIEF'S REPORT

REQUESTS

A motion was made by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Despres, authorizing the purchase of the following Chiefs’ Purchase Requests:

1.  Four (4) Proby Helmet Shields from the Fire Store, at a cost of $50.00 each.

2.  Firefighter Boots (as needed) from Firematic, at a cost of $400.00 a pair.

3.  Two (2) Lieutenant Uniform Hat Bands from Fox, at a cost of $40.00 each.

4.  Four (4) Sets of Lieutenant Badges from Fox, at a cost of $400.00 per set.

5.  Water Extinguisher Bracket for 7-6-16 from Firematic, at an approximate cost of $100.00.

6.  FF Gloves for stock – two (2) Small, four (4) Medium, seven (7) Large and seven (7) XL from Rag Top Fire, at a cost of $130.00 each.

7.  Sixty (60) FF Hoods from Rag Top Fire, at a cost of $45.00 each.

9.  Hi-VIS winter jacket for Chief Gregory, from East End Screen Printing, at a cost of $220.00.

11. 25’ of 1-3/4” hose for the bucket on 7-6-11, from Firematic, at an approximate cost of $400.00.

Approved 4-0.

The following Purchase Requests were tabled:

8.  PVC Pipe white ½”

10. 50’ of Blue 1-3/4” Hose

The following were part of the Chiefs’ Future Purchases 1, 2 and 3:

A motion was made by Commissioner Jankowski, seconded by Commissioner Jackson, authorizing the purchase of three (3) Thermal Imaging Cameras, Chargers and Mounts for 7-6-1, 7-6-2 and 7-6-11 from MES, at a total cost of $4,785.21.  Approved 4-0.

A motion was made by Commissioner Jankowski, seconded by Commissioner Despres, authorizing the purchase for 7-6-2 and 7-6-8 of two (2) I-Pads from Amazon, at an approximate cost of $500.00 each and Two (2) Mounts from Pro Liner, at an approximate cost of $1,000.00 each.  Approved 4-0.

A motion was made by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Jankowski, authorizing the purchase of three (3) 10’ lengths of currently rated chain for 7-6-7 from Ken Rousell, at an approximate cost of $250.00.  Approved 4-0.

The following Future Purchase Requests were tabled:

4.  Surfboard for 7-6-7

5.  Training Props – Roof Ventilation

ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION

1.  Noted.

2.   Mr. Schaffauer stated that there has been no progress with the grants.

3.   Noted.

4.  N95 Fit Testing will be provided at the physicals.

5.  Tabled pending more specific information.

6.  In the process of getting a proposal.

7.  2026 Budget allows for the purchase of five sets of bunker gear.  Purchasing more will take    away funds from other budgeted items.

8.  Radio for 7-6-1 is on order.

9.  Waiting for parts.

10. John has been notified.

11. Mr. Schaffauer stated that the mount is installed in the only location that it can be.

Chief Bullock advised the Board that the wildfire grant that Brian Frank applied for has been approved.

ATTORNEY DISCUSSION

Mr. Glass was not in attendance.  Commissioner Jackson spoke with Mr. Glass regarding seeking insurance proposals.  Mr. Glass stated that we must include ISIP and VFIS.  Commissioner Gregory advised that Scott Horowitz would like to make a presentation to the Board and he will include a representative from VFIS.

MINUTES

A motion was made by Commissioner Despres, seconded by Commissioner Jackson, approving the Minutes of the January 2, 2026 Organizational Meeting and the January 2, 2026 Regular Monthly Meeting.  Approved 4-0.

TREASURER'S REPORT

A motion was made by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Despres, approving the Treasurer’s Report as submitted.  Approved 4-0.

ABSTRACT OF BILLS

A motion was made by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Despres, approving the following Abstract of Bills for the General Fund:  February 6, 2026 consisting of 19 checks totaling $6,502.04, January 6, 2026 consisting of 5 checks totaling $63,725.98, January 16, 2026 consisting of 16 checks totaling $53,139.39 and January 30, 2026 consisting of 18 checks totaling $22,113.46 and to authorize the transfer of $200,000.00 from the General Fund Money Market to the Checking Account.  Approved 4-0.

COMMUNICATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE

The following correspondence was received:

1. An e-mail from SCOEM regarding Preliminary Damage Assessment from the January 25-26, 2026 Winter Storm

2.  An e-mail from SCFRES regarding Suffolk County Codes governing EMS Provider Agency Response Times

3.  Volunteer Firefighters’ Benefit Law Policy and Workers’ Compensation Policy Renewal Quotes from FDM

4.  Letter from the Department regarding the probationary memberships of Sean Ebrus and Mark Gregory in the Department

OLD BUSINESS

Commissioner Jackson stated that he and Mr. Schaffauer have been working on the LOSAP Program with help from Jimmy Schaefer.  Commissioner Jackson would like to work with Commissioners Despres and Jankowski to familiarize them with what needs to be done.

Commissioner Jackson also stated that we have to seek proposals for auditing.  Although, it might be too late for this year.

Commissioner Jackson advised the Board that the physicals are set for Saturday, weather permitting, and that the scheduling deadline is April 1, 2026.  N95 is not mandated but members may be tested if they want.  Mr. Danowski has already ordered masks..

Commissioner Jackson also stated that PPE needs to be ordered for EMS and Fire Police members.

NEW BUSINESS

Commissioner Jackson asked Mr. Schaffauer to print out a computer report for 2024 and 2025 that includes manpower, drills, alarms and mutual aid.

Commissioner Jankowski stated that he will be handling the key fobs and ID cards.

Commissioner Gregory advised the Board that twelve sets of gear were cleaned by the Quogue Fire Department and that it will cost approximately $3,900.00 to have the remaining gear cleaned.

Commissioner Gregory advised the Board that the Treasurer is seeking proposals for heating oil.  At the present time, Mendenhall Fuel is charging almost $4.00 which is about $1.00 above the going rate.

At 8:10 p.m., a motion was made by Commissioner Gregory, seconded by Commissioner Jackson, calling the meeting into Executive Session to discuss manpower for the Medical crew.  Approved 4-0.

At 8:20 p.m., a motion was made by Commissioner Gregory, seconded by Commissioner Jackson, calling the meeting out of Executive Session.  Approved 4-0.

A motion was made by Commissioner Jankowski, seconded by Commissioner Despres, approving the probationary memberships of Sean Erbus and Mark Gregory, Jr. in the Department.  Approved 4-0.

A workshop was scheduled for Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.

At 8:25 p.m., there being no further business, a motion was made by Commissioner Gregory, seconded by Commissioner Despres, to adjourn the meeting.  Approved 4-0.

Submitted by

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Lorraine Gregory, Secretary

 

 

 

East Quogue Fire District’s House Attendant Report

 

 

To the Board of Fire Commissioners,

This is the attendant’s report for February 5th, 2026, meeting including but not limited to:  

• General Maintenance and building care.
• Updated the website For the District.
• Updated the sign.
• NERIS Reporting problems are being addressed
• Cleaning gear from the fire
• Fire Fighter Equipment has been in and will be back next week to finish the inspection and repairs
• Snow removal
• The new pagers are out getting reprogrammed and should be back before Monday
• Called Fluid Imagery about the District computer that is dead.
• I received one quote for the spray foam in the rear building. Waiting for the second.
• Electrician should be here tomorrow for the parking lot light issues.
• Jerry is working on a quote for a bailout window in the back building

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