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The Sanibel Fire and Rescue District Commission approved a number of resolutions and district policies at its recent meeting and honored crew members with the prestigious Phoenix Award.

On Dec. 11, commissioners voted unanimously 3-0 in favor of a resolution approving a $14,660 contract with Florida Structural Group for repairs to the Public Safety Naval Operations Dock.

Before the vote, Fire Chief Kevin Barbot explained that the county uses the dock for its fire rescue boat and that it has a 50/50 cost share with the city for the dock, which was damaged by Hurricane Milton. The city has since taken care of the electrical work, so the district is handling repairs to the dock.

Deputy Fire Chief Chris Jackson noticed the dock off Milton was losing deck boards.

“It was very, very bad” he said.

SANIBEL FIRE AND RESCUE DISTRICT Sanibel Fire and Rescue District firefighters Arian Moore, Dayan Concepcion and Craig Shelby, as well as Lee County paramedic Kara Coltellino and EMT Devy Jones, received the Phoenix Award for their life-saving efforts at the fire department's most recent March 27 meeting .November.

Jackson added that the repairs will include replacing the pavement and pavement supports.

The commission also voted 3-0 to approve the purchase of seven sets of bunker equipment, including jackets, pants and suspenders, from Bennett Fire Products for a total of $26,600.

Before the vote, Barbot reported that the county would take over Lee County's contract.

Additionally, commissioners voted 3-0 to approve a resolution to accept a FEMA Firefighter Assistance Grant of approximately $36,039 to purchase new training equipment for Fire Stations 171 and 172. It requires a 5% county cost share. , which is a total value of about $4,742.

The commission also voted 3-0 in favor of a resolution authorizing the purchase of an extended warranty and preventative maintenance plan for $12,040 for the customs heart monitors used for medical services.

SANIBEL FIRE AND RESCUE DISTRICT Sanibel Fire and Rescue District firefighters Arian Moore, Dayan Concepcion and Craig Shelby, as well as Lee County paramedic Kara Coltellino and EMT Devy Jones, received the Phoenix Award for their life-saving efforts at the fire department's most recent March 27 meeting .November.

In addition, commissioners voted 3-0 to approve county policies for: Atmospheric Monitoring for Carbon Monoxide, Credit Card Policy, Disaster Compensation Policy, Hazardous Materials Response, Heat Illness Prevention Program, Heat Index and Effects of Weather on Training, Field Rehabilitation and Violence on Workplace.

During the meeting, the county also recognized several employees, including members of Lee County Emergency Medical Services, for their life-saving efforts on two unrelated emergency calls.

The Phoenix Award recognizes first responders who successfully bring people back to life after a cardiac arrest and make a full recovery from the incident, according to the fire department.

Firefighters Arian Moore, Dayan Concepcion and Craig Shelby, as well as county paramedic Kara Coltellino and paramedic Devy Jones, were honored with the Phoenix Award for their response Nov. 27 at the Sanibel Island Gulf Club clubhouse. They managed to restore the man's heartbeat.

Also Lt. Brian Howell and firefighters Ed Zarick and Mike Tejeda were honored with the Phoenix Award for their response to a call on June 15. They also brought back their patient's heartbeat.

SANIBEL FIRE AND RESCUE DISTRICT Sanibel Fire and Rescue District firefighters Arian Moore, Dayan Concepcion and Craig Shelby, as well as Lee County paramedic Kara Coltellino and EMT Devy Jones received the Phoenix Award for their life-saving efforts at the fire department's recent meeting on May 27 .November.

Deputy Fire Chief John DiMaria said each responder saved a life.

At the meeting, Barbot also presented a financial report from the district.

He reported that employees worked with FEMA to file claims for overtime and other costs from Milton and Hurricane Helene. He estimated the district could expect to spend $75,000 to $100,000.

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– Jackson reported that the new brush truck is scheduled to be picked up the week of January 6th.

SANIBEL FIRE AND RESCUE DISTRICT Sanibel Fire and Rescue District firefighters Arian Moore, Dayan Concepcion and Craig Shelby, as well as Lee County paramedic Kara Coltellino and EMT Devy Jones, received the Phoenix Award for their life-saving efforts at the fire department's most recent March 27 meeting .November.

– DiMaria reported that firefighters participated in live fire training in Bonita Springs from December 3rd to 5th, organized by the Bonita Springs Fire Control and Rescue District at its facilities.

– Prevention Division Chief Larry Williams reported conducting 83 plan reviews and 140 inspections in November.

– The district has responded to 1,372 calls this year, compared to 863 during the same period last year.

– The following employees were recognized for their years of service: Jackson for 21 years; Moore for eight years; and engineer Todd Walter for nine years.

SANIBEL FIRE AND RESCUE DISTRICT Sanibel Fire and Rescue District Lt. Brian Howell and firefighters Ed Zarick and Mike Tejeda received the Phoenix Award for their life-saving efforts at the recent Fire Commission meeting on June 15.

SANIBEL FIRE AND RESCUE DISTRICT Sanibel Fire and Rescue District Lt. Brian Howell and firefighters Ed Zarick and Mike Tejeda received the Phoenix Award for their life-saving efforts at the recent Fire Commission meeting on June 15.