Citizen Corps Advisory Minutes 10/15/2014 Collier County
Citizen Corp Committee
October 15, 2014
Voting Members Present: Reg Buxton, Chamber of Commerce
Mike Jones, CCSO
Jerry Sanford, Fire Chief's Association
Walter Jaskiewicz, Coast Guard,Aux
Jim Elson, Collier County Vets CnI
Wilfred Vasquez, Collier County Vets CnI
Rachel Brandhorst, RSVP
Kathleen Marr, Medical Reserve Corp
Lee Henderson, Civil Air Patrol
Chris Nind, Salvation Army
Julian Morgan, Salvation Army
Expert Consultant Present: Mike Shaw, CCEM
Rick Zyvoloski, CCEM
Meeting was called to order at 3:00 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance recited and roll call taken by Vice Chairman Mike Jones.
Vice Chairman Mike Jones chaired the meeting. He reported that Jim Elson is
stepping down as the representative of the Veterans Council and will be
replaced by retired Amy Sgt, Major Wilfredo Vasquez.
The previous minutes of September 17th were approved. Reg Buxton made the
motion and was second by Jerry Sanford.
Threat Update
Lt. Mike Jones reported that there is no change in the threat level.
Hurricane Season
Rick Zvalowski reports that the hurricane season is almost over. El Nino is
coming this winter which will produce a very wet season.
LMS Report
Rick Zvalowski reports that there is a meeting at the libruary on Friday, October
17th. More information on mitigation can be found on the website. He is looking
for new members.
EOC Update
Mike Shaw reports that a new coordinator, Michael Morlan has been hired to
handle the shelters. All future exercises (MCI) will be under HD compliance and
will become standard for all future drills.They are always looking to other
counties for more education opportunities.
Individual Reports
Kathleen Marr reports that the only Ebola cases right now are in Texas. Florida
is in the planning phase not response mode. Our health department is very
proactive in the county.
Jerry Sanford reports that he hosted a September 11th Memorial Service at the
First Baptist Church on September 11th. The Pink Heals Tour,which is comprised
of Pink Fire Trucks that visit communities to promote Cancer Awareness will be
arriving on Wednesday, October 29th at the Mercato.
Walt Jaskiewicz reports that the Coast Guard program AMROS is in place. It
means Auxiliary Mass Rescue Operations Specialist and can be activated
immediately if a situation develops. On November 4th, 5th &6th in Ft. Lauderdale
an exercise will take place after a plane hits a bus.The AMROS will be activated
immediately.
Jim Elson reports that a ceremony will take place on Veterans Day, November
11th at 10:00 a.m. at Cambier Park.This ceremony marks the 100th anniversary
of the beginning of World War 1.A USO show will be taking place at Grand
Central Station immediately following the ceremony at Cambier Park.
Sgt. Major Vasquez reports that a new program has begun called "Home Base"
under the leadership of General Frank. A fund raiser at Jet Blue Park raised over
$150,000 for our local returning soldiers. "Homes for American Hero's" have
turned over a home in Pembrook Pines to a homeless veteran. On October nth
a nine- hole golf tournament with the proceeds going to the veterans will be
held at The Colony Golf Club.
Chris Nind introduced the new director Mr.Julian Morgan who reported that
the Salvation Army has just purchased the old KIA dealership on Airport Road
for their Youth Center. They will again this year administer the Toys for Tots
program in the County.
Rachel Brandhorst has replaced Steve Smith at RSVP.
Lee Henderson reports that the CAP of Marco Island continue to fly to the Keys
working with the Air Force to look for stranded boaters.
Next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday,January 21St at 3:00 p.m.
Meeting was adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
Minutes respectfully submitted by Jerry Sanford for approval.
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Approved by Mike Jones,V ce Chairman Date