Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District

Protecting Neighbors

Commission Meeting — October 23, 2023

The regular monthly meeting of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission will be Monday, October 23, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Headquarters located at 200 N. Trade Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356.

Except for executive session allowed under state law, all meetings of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission are open to the public.

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
LANDRUM AREA FIRE & RESCUE DISTRICT COMMISSION
October 23, 2023 — 6:00 p.m.
Location: The LAFRD Station
200 N. Trade Ave
Landrum, SC 29356

  • Invocation
  • Pledge of Allegiance
  • Notification of Meeting Postings in Accordance with State Law
  • Consideration and Action on Meeting Minutes
    • Consideration and Action on September Regular Meeting Minutes
  • Public Comments* ‐‐ Items on the Agenda (30-minute total limit on public comment)
  • Treasurer’s Report
    • Consideration and Action on October Financials
  • Fire Chief’s Report
    • Committee Reports
  • Old Business
    • Update on Fairwinds Road Substation – Pinned Agenda Item
    • Truck Loan Update
    • Morris Business Solutions Update
    • Personnel Manual Form Updates
  • New Business
    • None
  • Public Comments* ‐‐ Items Not on the Agenda (30-minute total limit on public comment. Balance of Time Unused from First Comment Period.)
  • Commissioners’ Comments
  • Closing Remarks
  • Adjourn

(Notices and Agendas Posted Online on October 19, 2023 at 3:26 p.m.)

Commission Meeting — September 25, 2023

The regular monthly meeting of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission will be Monday, September 25, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Headquarters located at 200 N. Trade Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356.

Except for executive session allowed under state law, all meetings of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission are open to the public.

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
LANDRUM AREA FIRE & RESCUE DISTRICT COMMISSION
September 25, 2023 — 6:00 p.m.
Location: The LAFRD Station
200 N. Trade Ave
Landrum, SC 29356

  • Invocation
  • Pledge of Allegiance
  • Notification of Meeting Postings in Accordance with State Law
  • Consideration and Action on Meeting Minutes
    • August Regular Meeting Minutes
  • Public Comments* ‐‐ Items on the Agenda (30 minute total limit on public comment)
  • Treasurer’s Report
    • Consideration and Action on September Financials
  • Fire Chief’s Report
    • Committee Reports
  • Old Business
    • Update on Fairwinds Road Substation – Pinned Agenda Item
    • Truck Loan Update
  • New Business
    • Morris Business Solutions – John Morris
    • Personnel Manual Form Updates
    • Memorandum of Understanding with State Guard
    • Financial Services Proposal
  • Public Comments* ‐‐ Items Not on the Agenda (30-minute total limit on public comment. Balance of Time Unused from First Comment Period.)
  • Commissioners’ Comments
  • Closing Remarks
  • Adjourn

(Notices and Agendas Posted Online on September 21, 2023 at 12:01 p.m.)

Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District to Remember Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks

On Monday, September 11, 2023, the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District will conduct its annual observance of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks against the United States.

This year’s observance will take place at the Landrum Depot at 6:00 p.m.

For planning purposes, the event’s agenda* is below.

  • Raising and Arch of the American Flag by Campobello and Inman City Ladder Trucks
  • Presentation of Colors by Polk County Memorial Honor Guard
  • Pledge of Allegiance
  • National Anthem
  • Prayer
  • Welcome – Bob Briggs, Mayor
  • Guest Speaker – Steve Boehm, FDNY (Ret.)
  • Guest Speaker- Rusty Clevenger, Spartanburg County Coroner
  • Bell Ceremony – Striking the Four Fives (Firing of Rifles and Taps presented by Polk County Memorial Honor Guard)
  • “God Bless America”
  • Prayer
  • Conclusion of Memorial Service

The Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District extends a special thanks to all first responders across the nation who place their lives in harm’s way every day to protect their friends and neighbors.

* The Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District reserves the right to make changes in the event agenda pending unforeseen circumstances.

** In case of inclement weather, attendees will be directed to a nearby alternate location.

*** A quorum of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District may be present.

 

Commission Meeting — August 28, 2023

The regular monthly meeting of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission will be Monday, August 28, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Headquarters located at 200 N. Trade Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356.

Except for executive session allowed under state law, all meetings of the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District Commission are open to the public.

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
LANDRUM AREA FIRE & RESCUE DISTRICT COMMISSION
August 28, 2023 — 6:00 p.m.
Location: The LAFRD Station
200 N. Trade Ave
Landrum, SC 29356

  • Invocation
  • Pledge of Allegiance
  • Notification of Meeting Postings in Accordance with State Law
  • Consideration and Action on Meeting Minutes
    • June Budget Public Hearing Minutes
    • June Regular Meeting Minutes
  • Public Comments* ‐‐ Items on the Agenda (30 minute total limit on public comment)
  • Treasurer’s Report
    • Consideration and Action on July and August Financials
  • Fire Chief’s Report
    • Committee Reports
  • Old Business
    • Update on Fairwinds Road Substation – Pinned Agenda Item
  • New Business
    • None
  • Public Comments* ‐‐ Items Not on the Agenda (30-minute total limit on public comment. Balance of Time Unused from First Comment Period.)
  • Commissioners’ Comments
  • Closing Remarks
  • Adjourn

(Notices and Agendas Posted Online on August 24, 2023 at 11:29 a.m.)

FEMA Awards Assistance to Firefighters Grant to the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently announced that the Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District (LAFRD) was awarded a 2023 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) in the amount of $ 152,943.80. These funds will be used by the district to replace aging self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), also known as “airpacks,” that are required for effective interior firefighting operations. This grant comes at a critical time when the district would otherwise be required to fund these necessary purchases through local tax monies. The  grant requires a local match where the district will pay $7,647.20 and realize substantial savings to the district and local taxpayers.

“Our SCBAs were nearing the end of their useful lives, and we pursued this grant opportunity for the past few years. Fresh, breathable air is paramount for our firefighters to do their jobs, and we can now take a deep breath ourselves that these new airpacks will be on the job for years to come,” according to Chief Warren Ashmore.

Commission Chair Pam Hilsman added, “Our commission takes taxpayer investment seriously, and when there is a chance to find outside funding sources to pay for district needs, we encourage our personnel to pursue those opportunities. We are excited to provide our personnel with this new equipment and want to offer our thanks to the staff members who were so diligent in reaching out for this grant.”

We Believe…

Public safety should be government’s top priority.

The residents and businesses in our area deserve peace of mind knowing that help is always a phone call away.

Where We Are…

Landrum Area Fire & Rescue District
200 N. Trade Ave
Landrum, SC 29356
(864) 457-3101

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