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COUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 07/16/2002 - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 102, 2002, DESIGNAT
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY ITEM NUMBER: 21 FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL DATE: July 16, 2002FROM: Karen McWilliams SUBJECT : First Reading of Ordinance No. 102,2002,Designating the 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine as a Fort Collins Local Landmark Pursuant to Chapter 14 of the City Code. RECOMMENDATION: Both the Landmark Preservation Commission and staff recommend adoption of the Ordinance on First Reading. At a public hearing held on June 26, 2002, the Landmark Preservation Commission unanimously recommended designation of this property as a landmark for its historical importance to Fort Collins. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine has historical significance to Fort Collins as the city's first pumping fire engine, and for its association with the development of the city's fire department. The fire truck is also an important example of automotive and fire fighting apparatus technology in the twentieth century. The fire truck exhibits excellent integrity. History The American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine was purchased by the City of Fort Collins in 1924 and was the Fire Department's first pumping fire truck. Modern fire equipment was necessary to support Fort Collins, which had experienced tremendous residential and commercial growth in the early twentieth century. In a response to a recommendation by the Fire Insurance Underwriters to purchase an engine with a pump, the city ordered this fire truck from the American-LaFrance Fire Engine Company of Elmira,New York. A combination pumping fire engine, chemical engine and hose truck, the American-LaFrance Engine included the latest in quality technology for heavy-duty fire engines, and was built to withstand years of service. The pump engine succeeded the city's previous equipment, consisting of a 1915 motor vehicle hose wagon with a forty-gallon chemical tank, and a reserve horse-drawn hose wagon, for which no horses were readily available. The City of Fort Collins formally accepted the new American-LaFrance Pumping Engine on November 18, 1924. It served as the First Response Engine from 1924 to 1947 and was the Second Response Engine from 1947 to 1953. It remained a reserve engine from 1953 to 1960. The truck was used by the Junior Chamber of Commerce for community activities throughout the 1960s. The Poudre Fire Authority continues to use the American-LaFrance engine in promoting fire prevention activities. • ORDINANCE NO. 102, 2002 OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS DESIGNATING THE 1924 AMERICAN-LaFRANCE PUMPING FIRE ENGINE AS A LOCAL LANDMARK PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 14 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 14-2 of the City Code, the City Council has established a public policy encouraging the protection,enhancement and perpetuation of historic landmarks within the City; and WHEREAS, by Resolution dated June 26, 2002, the Landmark Preservation Commission (the "Commission") has determined that the 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine has historical importance to the City, as the city's first pumping fire engine, and for its association with the development of the city's fire department; and WHEREAS, the fire truck is also an important example of automotive and fire fighting apparatus technology in the twentieth century, with excellent integrity; and WHEREAS,the Commission has further determined that said property meets the criteria of a landmark as set forth in Section 14-5 of the Code and is eligible for designation as a landmark,and has recommended to the City Council that said property be designated by the City Council as a • landmark; and WHEREAS, the owner of the property, the Poudre Fire Authority, has consented to such landmark designation; and WHEREAS, such landmark designation will preserve the property's significance to the community; and WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the recommendation of the Commission and desires to approve such recommendation and designate said property as a historic landmark. NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS as follows: Section 1. That the property consisting of the 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine, owned by the Poudre Fire Authority and described as follows, to wit: A triple combination fire engine, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3122, consisting of a pumping fire engine, chemical engine and hose truck, with six- cylinder, 5'/2 inch diameter, 6 inch stroke American-LaFrance engine, and 750 gal/min rotary pump. The truck displays the number "T' on the left side cowling above the running board. Also on the left side is a metal plate, inscribed, "F. R. Montgomery, Mayor; Frank P. Goeder, Commissioner; E.A. Schlichter, Commissioner; A.J. Rosenow, City Clerk; Frank J. Annis, City Attorney; E.A Lawver, City Engineer; R.R. McGregor, Fire Chief' be, and hereby is, designated as a local landmark pursuant to Chapter 14 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. Section 2. That the Secretary of the Interior's standards and guidelines for the treatment of historic properties will serve as the standards by which alterations, additions and other changes to the above described fire engine will be reviewed for compliance with Chapter 14, Article In, of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. Introduced,considered favorably on first reading,and ordered published this 16th day of July, A.D. 2002, and to be presented for final passage on the 20th day of August, A.D. 2002. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk Passed and adopted on final reading this 20th day of August, A.D. 2002. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk Community Planning and Environmental Services Advance Planning Department City of Fort Collins RESOLUTION 4, 2002 OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDING LANDMARK DESIGNATION OF THE 1924 AMERICAN-LAFRANCE PUMPING FIRE ENGINE OWNED BY THE POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY, FORT COLLINS, COLORADO WHEREAS, it is a matter of public policy that the protection, enhancement and perpetuation of sites, objects, structures, and districts of historical, architectural or geographic significance, located within the city, are a public necessity and are required in the interest of the prosperity, civic pride and general welfare of the people; and WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the City Council that the economic, cultural and aesthetic standing of this city cannot be maintained or enhanced by disregarding the historical, architectural and geographical heritage of the city and by ignoring the destruction or defacement of such cultural assets; and WHEREAS, the 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine has historical significance to Fort Collins, as the city's first pumping fire engine, and for its association_with the development of the city's fire department; the fire truck is also an important example of automotive and fire fighting apparatus technology in the twentieth century; and v WHEREAS, the Landmark Preservation Commission has determined that the 1924 American- LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine meets the criteria of a landmark as set forth in Section 14-5 of the code and is eligible for designation as a Fort Collins Landmark; and WHEREAS, the owner of the property, the Poudre Fire Authority, has consented to such landmark designation. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Landmark Preservation Commission of the City of Fort Collins as follows: Section 1. That the Landmark Preservation Commission recommends to the Council of the City of Fort Collins that the property known as the 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine, described as follows, to wit A triple combination fire engine, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3122, comprised of a pumping fire engine, chemical engine and hose truck, with six-cylinder, 51/2 inch diameter, 6 inch stroke American-LaFrance engine, and 750 gal/min rotary pump. The truck displays the number 2" on the left side cowling above the running board. Also on the left side is a metal plate, inscribed, "F. R. Montgomery, ivlavor; Frank P. Goeder, Commissioner; E.A. Schlichter, Commissioner; A.J. Rosenow, Citv Clerk: Frank J. Annis. Citv Attorney; E.A Lawver, City Engineer: R.R. McGregor, Fire Chief' North Code e avenue • ?G.Sox 80 • Forr Collins.C0 80522-0580 • 1970)2-11-6376 . -:'U-OI_r L; • "' D-U?0?-�cGG2 • c-mad:aoianrtin_"grCzovcotn Landmark Preservation Commission Resolution No. 4, 2002 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine Page 2 be designated as a Fort Collins Landmark in accordance with Chapter 14 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. Section 2. That the Secretary of the Interior's standards and guidelines for the treatment of historic properties will serve as the standards by which alterations, additions and other changes to the above described fire truck will be reviewed for compliance with Chapter 14, Article III, of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Landmark Preservation Commission of the City of Fort Collins held this 26th day of June, A.D. 2002. Per Ho estad, Chairman ATTEST- Secretary/Staff Community Planning and Environmental Services Advance Planning Department City of Fort Collins LANDNIARK PRESERVATION COMMSSION June 26, 2001 STAFF REPORT REQUESTS: Fort Collins Landmark Designation of the 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine, currently located at Poudre Fire Authority Station No. 6, 2511 Donella Court, Fort Collins, Colorado. STAFF CONTACT: Karen McWilliams, Preservation Planner Rose Laflin, Preservation Intern APPLICANT: John Mulligan, Chief, Poudre Fire Authority; Ed Yonkers, Former Fire Chief HISTORY: Staff is pleased to present for your consideration the landmark designation of the American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine. This engine was purchased by the City of Fort Collins in 1924 and was the Fire Department's first pumping fie engine. Modern fire equipment was necessary to support Fort Collins, which experienced tremendous residential and commercial growth in the early twentieth century. In response to a recommendation by the Fire Insurance Underwriters to purchase an engine with a pump, the city ordered the 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Engine. A combination pumping fire engine, chemical engine and hose truck, the American-LaFrance Engine included the latest in quality technology for heavy-duty fire engines and was built to withstand years of service. This pump engine succeeded the previous equipment, which consisted of a 1915 motor vehicle hose wagon equipped with a forty gallon chemical tank and a reserve horse-drawn hose wagon for which no horses were readily available. Although building ordinances were enacted in 1907 that governed the thickness of walls, firestopping and the construction of chimneys and flues, a significant number of buildings in the city were not adequately fireproofed. The joisted-brick construction, thin walls and unprotected floors of many buildings made the entire commercial area of the city vulnerable to fire. Two serious tires at the Agriculture College in years prior to 1924 heightened awareness of the potential damage and cost of fires and contributed to the city's decision to modernize its lire equipment. The City of Fort Collins formally accepted the new American-LaFrance Pumping Engine on November 18, 1924. It served as the First Response Engine from 1925 to 1947 and was the Second Response Engine in emergencies from 1947 to 1953. It remained a reserve engine from 1953 to 1960. The original red finish was repainted white and used by the Junior Chamber of Commerce for community activities throughout the 1960s. The Fort Collins Fire Department has continued to use the American-LaFrance engine in . recent years in promoting fire prevention activities. _S 1 North Coiiege A,.enue • PO.Box 380 • Fort Collins,CO 80522-0-580 • 1970)'?1-6376 FAX(9705- 0:_1 • TDD i9701-4-6002 • E-mail:aolannine�d fcgov.com The 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine, owned by the Poudre Valley Fire Authority, meets the City of Fort Collins Local Landmark criteria due to its "association with a significant pattern or trend," namely, the development of the Fort Collins Fire Department. This American-LaFrance truck was the City of Fort Collins' first pumping fire engine and symbolized the needs of the growing city as well as the transition of the Fort Collins Fire Department from a limited fire brigade to an established municipal fire department. This truck is also an important example of automotive and fire apparatus technology in the twentieth century. When the City of Fort Collins purchased the American-LaFrance engine in 1924 it included the latest fire fighting technology, including the pump engine, chemical engine and hose truck. The American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine has served the City of Fort Collins for seventy-eight years and lives in the memories of many citizens. The engine was used to save countless lives and structures and to educate the community on fire prevention. It is also a physical representation of the growth of the city and the fire department in the early twentieth century. Fire department personnel, including current and former Poudre Fire Authority chiefs, vigorously support the designation of this historic fire engine. The 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine is a significant part of local history, and deserves to be preserved. RECOMNMNDATION: Staff recommends approving this request for Fort Collins Landmark designation of the 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine on the basis of its association with a significant pattern or trend, namely the development of the Fort Collins Fire Department. ^al 4 Community Planning and Environmental Services Advance Planning Department City of Fort Collins liiA Local Historic Landmark Designation Nomination Form Date: June 18, 2002 PHOTOS Please include 35mm photos of EACH ELEVATION of EACH BUILDING and STRUCTURE on the property. LOCATION Address: Poudre Fire Authority, Station No. 6, 2511 Donnella Court, Ft. Collins Legal Description: 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine, owned by the Poudre Fire Authority Property Name (historic and/or common): Ft. Collins Engine #2 • FORM PREPARED BY Name and Title: Ed Yonker, Former Fire Chief Address: 2509 Mathews Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524 Phone: (970) 482-2466 Relationship to Owner: Former Fire Chief Name and Title: Rose Laflin/Historic Preservation Assistant Address: City of Fort Collins, Advance Planning Dept. Phone: (970) 224-6078 Relationship to Owner: N/A OWNER INFORMATION Name: Poudre Fire Authority Phone: 970-221-6570 Address: 102 Remington Street, Ft. Collins BOUNDARIES and TYPE OF DESIGNATION ® Landmark ❑ Landmark District Explanation of Boundary Determination: This property consists only of the 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine, presently stored at Fire Station No. 6. • 281 North College Avenue • PO Box 580 • Fort Collins. CO 80522-0580 • 970-221-6376 Fax 970-224-6111 • TDD 970-224-6002 • email: aplanning®fcgov.com v r CLASSIFICATION Category Ownership Status Present Use Existing Designatio— ❑ Building ❑ Public ❑ Occupied ❑ Commercial ❑ National Register ❑ Structure ® Private ❑ Unoccupied ® Educational ❑ State Register ❑ Site ❑ Religious ® Object ❑ Residential ❑ District ❑ Entertainment ❑ Government ❑ Other SIGNIFICANCE Architectural ❑ Represents work of noteworthy architect ❑ Possesses high artistic value ❑ Represents a trpe, period, or method of construction Historical ❑ Associated with significant persons ❑ Associated with significant event ® Associated with a significant pattern or trend ❑ Contributes to the significance of an historic district Geographical ❑ Related to or part of a distinctive area ❑ Represents an established and familiar visual feature Further Comments (attach a separate sheet if needed) Please see attached Statement of Significance. HISTORICAL INFORMATION Please attach a narrative of the historical significance of the property. Include a title seach or city directory research if the property is important for its association with a significant person. Further Comments: Please see attached Historical Summary. ARCHITECTURAL and PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION (attach a separate sheet if needed) Construction Date: 1924 Architect/Builder: American-LaFrance Fire Engine Company, Inc. Building Materials: Chrome nickel steel exterior, 6 cylinder engine. Architectural Style: N/A Special Features/Surroundings: Rotary gear pump, chemical tank and hose, electric lighting system, locomotive bell and siren horn, 35 foot solid side extension ladder, 12 foot roof ladder. Describe any additions or alterations to the property: Painted white in the 1960s. REFERENCE LIST or SOURCES of INFORMATION (attach a separate sheet if needed) American LaFrance Motor Fire Apparatus Specifications, Elmira, New York. Fort Collins Courier Express, "Fire Truck Given First Tryout Here", November 16, 1924. National Board of Fire Underwriters, Committee on Fire Prevention and Engineering Standards, Results of Test for American LaFrance Pumping Engine, 76 William Street, New York, NY, November 18, 1924. Poudre Valley Fire Authority letter dated June 3, 2002, from John Mulligan, Chief Town Report for Fort Collins, Colorado, Mountain States Inspection Bureau, Denver Colorado, June 1920; re-inspected September 1923. Undated letters from Ed Yonker, Former Fire Chief, Fort Collins Fire Department. FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Date Determined "Eligible" Ordinance # Application within last 12 months? ❑ Yes ❑ No Date Recorded I AGREEMENT The undersigned owner(s) hereby agrees that the property dscribed herein be considered for local historic landmark designation, pursuant to the Fort Collins Landmark Preservation Ordinance, Chapter 14 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. 1 understand that upon designation, I or my successors will be requested to notify the Secretary of the Landmark Preservation Commission at the City of fort Collins prior to the occurrence of any of the following: 1. Preparation of plans foe reconstruction or alteration of the exterior of the improvements on the property, or; 2. Preparation of plans for construction of, addition to or demolition of imrovements on the property 3. 1 further understand tht if I apply for a building permit for any one of the following: a. Alteration or reconstruction of or an addition to the exterior of any improvement which constitutes all or part of a landmark structure or landmark district; b. Demolition or relocation of any improvement which constitutes all or part of a landmark structure or landmark district; c. Construction or erection of or an addition to any improvement upon any land included in a landmark district; d. Or if I proceed with any work not requiring a building permit as set forth in Section 14-47; The Building Inspector and the Landmark Preservation Commission shall be under the time constraints and other requirements as outlined in Chapter 14,Article III of the Code of the City of Fort Collins. DATED this Zjjfa day of �l E 200Z PC L.i.c(i-e. �i�-2 c}L',i_�t o 1 N me le se pri CIS ,e Si ture State of �?C ) )ss. County of Subscribed and sworn before me this — day of 200 , by Jo 1/n/ /1%ut C / 6,9 W' hand and official seal. My commission expires Ly R;,Mc m"r NQTA Notary Publicl -' PUBLIC..-" 9� F COU O P CONTINUATION SHEETS FOR LOCAL LANDMARK D ESIGNATION NOMINATION FORM: 1924 AMERICAN-LAFRANCE PUMPING FIRE ENGINE STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE The 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine, owned by the Poudre Valley Fire Authority, meets the City of Fort Collins Local Landmark criteria due to its "association with a significant pattern or trend," namely, the development of the Fort Collins Fire Department. This American-LaFrance truck was the City of Fort Collins' first pumping fire engine and symbolized the needs of the growing city. During the first few decades of the twentieth century, Fort Collins grew from a small frontier town to a thriving and diverse city. The Fort Collins Fire Department was a vital component of the city's infrastructure, especially due to its location in the and West. This truck is also an important example of automotive and fire apparatus technology in the twentieth century. When the City of Fort Collins purchased the American-LaFrance engine in 1924 it included the latest fire fighting technology, including the pump engine, chemical engine and hose truck. This engine was the first modern one owned by the Fort Collins Fire Department. It replaced a 1915 motor vehicle hose wagon and a horse- drawn hose wagon. It was used as the First Response Engine from 1925 to 1947 and as the Second Response Engine from 1947 to 1953. Throughout the late 1950s and 1960s the engine was used by the Junior Chamber of Commerce for community activities. It has been used in recent years by the Fort Collins Fire Department to promote fire prevention activities. The American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine has served the City of Fort Collins since the 1920s and lives in the memories of many citizens. The engine was used to save countless lives and structures and to educate the community on fire prevention. It is also a physical representation of the growth of the city and the fire department in the early twentieth century, a period of pivotal growth for Fort Collins. Fire department personnel, including current and former Poudre Fire Authority chiefs, vigorously support the designation of this historic fire engine. The 1924 American-L aFrance Pumping Fire Engine is a significant part of local history, and deserves to be preserved. i CONTINUATION SHEETS FOR LOCAL LANDMARK DESIGNATION NOMINATION FORM: 1924 AMERICAN-LAFRANCE PUMPING FIRE ENGINE HISTORICAL SUMMARY The American-LaFrance Pumping Fire Engine was purchased by the City of Fort Collins in 1924 and was the Fire Department's first pumping fire engine. Modem fire equipment was necessary to support Fort Collins, which experienced tremendous residential and commercial growth in the early twentieth century. In response to a recommendation by the Fire Insurance Underwriters to purchase an engine with a pump, the city ordered the 1924 American-LaFrance Pumping Engine. A combination pumping fire engine, chemical engine and hose truck, the American-LaFrance Engine included the latest in quality technology for heavy-duty fire engines and was built to withstand years of service (American-LaFrance Motor Fire Apparatus Specifications). This pump engine succeeded the previous equipment, which consisted of a 1915 motor vehicle hose wagon equipped with a forty gallon chemical tank and a reserve horse-drawn hose wagon for which no horses were readily available (Mountain States Inspection Town Report, 4). Although building ordinances were enacted in 1907 that governed the thickness of walls, firestopping and the construction of chimneys and flues, a significant number of buildings in the city were not adequately fireproofed. The joisted-brick construction, thin walls and unprotected floors of many buildings made the entire commercial area of the city vulnerable to fire. Two serious fires at the Agriculture College in years prior to 1924 heightened awareness of the potential damage and cost of fires and contributed to the citv's decision to modemize its fire equipment (Mountain States Inspection Town Report. 5). The City of Fort Collins formally accepted the new American-LaFrance Pumping Engine on November 18. 1924. It served as the First Response Engine from 1925 to 1947 and was the Second Response Engine in emergencies from 1947 to 1953. It remained a reserve engine from 1953 to 1960. The original red finish was repainted white and used by the Junior Chamber of Commerce for community activities throughout the 1960s. The Fort Collins Fire Department has continued to use the American-LaFrance engine in recent years in promoting fire prevention activities (Ed Yonker, former Fire Chief. Fort Collins Fire Department). This engine has served the Fort Collins community for seventy-eight years and has been used for fire protection as well as community and fire prevention programs. The purchase and use of the modern and well-equipped 1924 American-LaFrance Pumper Engine symbolized the growth of the city and this modem engine represented the transition of the Fort Collins Fire Department from a limited fire brigade to an established municipal fire department. Designation of this important physical piece of Fort Collins history will commemorate these historical trends and ensure the engines continued use as a learning toot for the community. j) %udre filore Phone: 970-2216570 Ahoy 102 Remington Street Fax: 970-2216635 Fort Collins, CO 80524 Internet:www.poudre•fwe.org TO: Landmark Preservation(Commission FM: John Mulligan, Chief DT: June 3, 2002 RE: 1924 American La France fire engine landmark designation I would like to offer the support of the Poudre Fire Authority in obtaining local landmark designation for our 1924 American La France fire engine. The Fire Authority is composed of the Fort Collins City Fire Department as well as the Poudre Valley Fire Protection District. Our interest in the 1924 American La France has continued over the years as we have • attempted to store this engine and keep it from further deterioration. This engine represents the transition of the Fort Collins Fire Department from a fire brigade that's capability was essentially limited to "first aid"fire response; to a fire department that with 1,000 gallons per minute capability approached the capability of the fire pumper we purchase today. This engine represents the establishment of modern fire department in Fort Collins and because of the importance of that event, deserves landmark status. , , �;'` ����� � f � �� ` � � , i�� � Y � - - :� . . ' . . .. _ - �1 ..� � �' - - -� E+ 4r. �� d�_ .. } __ __.—_ 1 'Ij ry' � �l� ��� /�� � � .�a + � - .' r P . _ 1 _� �, - :� , �� ...� ... .. .. i � 4r � . _ a�. 3Pw m � � �.w `� x 4r •rY c �. I . 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At this time the Department had a 1915 Motor Vehicle Hose Wagon and 40 gallon Chemical tank to fight fire with. They could lay a 1000 feet of 2 '/2 inch hose, hoping it would reach the fire and then depend on hydrant pressure to produce a good fire stream. The Fire Insurance Underwriters set the Insurance Classification for the Communities from 1 to 10,depending on the Water Supply,the Fire Department Equipment, Inspection Program,Training,and the Construction of the Commercial Buildings. The Underwriters notified the City if they didn't purchase an Engine with a pump on it, so they could produce up to 1000 GPM,they would drop two classifications in the City Rating. All Fire Insurance Costs would increase by 15 to 20 Per Cent. The City Council at this time placed an order for the 1924 American LaFrance Pumper an to Refurbish the 1915 Chemical Wagon. The Engine being the First Pumping Engine for the Fort Collins Fire Department establishes a Historical Significance for the City. This should qualify for the Engine to be granted a Local Landmark Status. The History of the Engine started on November 18, 1924 when it went through the final test and was accepted by the City. The History of the Engine and Services to the Community were as follows; No I- It was First Response Engine from 1925 to 1947. No 2-It was Second Engine Response in Emergencies from 1947 to 1953. No 3—Served as Reserve Engine from 1953 to 1960. No 4— It was repainted and used by the Junior Chamber of Commerce to promote their Communities Activities during the 60.s. The Fire Department has used it in recent years in promoting Fire Prevention Activities. It has served the City of Fort Collins in Providing Fire Protection, Community Programs, Fire Prevention Programs and will continue to be active in the future activities, The 1924 American LaFrance is of local significance and it holds a unique place in the History of Fort Collins for the past 77 years.. Sincerely Ed Yonker Former Fire Chief • 1924 AMERICAN LAFRAWCE. The Engine was delivered and tested 11-16-24 , which produced 250 lbs pressure on 0 one lane using a 1 inch tip . With three lines of hose ssixg and a pump pressure of 120 lbs was developed throwing 1005 gallons, of water per minute with 80 lbs pressure . It carries 1250 ft of 212 inch hose , the chemical tank of 40 gallons capacity , with 200 feet of 1 inch hose attached . Two ladders , one 24 ft extention and a 16 ft roof ladder . The motor is a 105 horse-power , triple ignition with 3 spark plugs in each cylinder . What makes this special for the city is that we can produce more water to fight fires . The first Engine was a Chemical and Hose Wagon which laid hose from the Hydrant to the fire . We had to rely on Hydrant pressure , which some times was ' t that good . The Fire Underwriters were telling us that we had to increse our ability to produce more water to fight fires . ?Iajcr _ _. es that the Engine played and important par: in coa- troliins Tires in Fort Collins were-- The Express Carrier building at Mountain and Remmington in Dec 1929 , Julians Clothing Store on the 100 block of South College in 1936 , and Neutze Furniture Fire on 12-23-51 . It served the City from 1925 through 1953 and was the first respnce engine until 1947 . i Y. - SPECI ICAT1©NS t AMERIGAN JRF_RANL OTORFIEA�� Introductory The faro apparatus herein specified is built entirely in our factory and is designed and constructed especially for heavy faro service. The design includes the latest improvements and best practice known in motor apparatus construction, embodying the refinement and simplicity in detail, distribution of load and general construction which are essential in producing a successful chassis capable of withstanding the severe and manifold strains of hard and prolonged fire service. The labor and material entering into this construction are of the finest obtainable. The mechanical features of this apparatus combine the best Points ]mown to the automotive industry, and anticipate future developments. In order that the best results may be obtained,the minor details of construction such as Sizes,dimen- sions and weights of the various structural units are to be left to the discretion of the manu- facturer. Motor The six-cylinder -cyele motor bodies thr every highest standards of design, workman p oCIJs wave circulation. The bore is 5Y°; the stroke, 6I. rh"orsepOwer, I Cylinders The cylinders are cast in pairs, of the very finest, specially selected grey iron, with offset inlet and exhaust valves on opposite sides. The cylinder are bored and ground by special machinery, insuring perfect finish. The cylinders, being machined, drilled, bored and ground in jigs and templates, are interchangeable. I' The ample water passages are cast integral with the cylinder casting; are large, and so designed that the cooling water is taken in on the exhaust or hot side of the motor and dis- charged from the top over the combustion chamber. The water-jacket cover on top of the cylinder provide a large space for cooling water, and form an outlet to radiator. The cover may be readily removed for inspection of cylinder castings. The large opening on jl top of the cylinder gives better facility for supporting water jacket cores, and insures more perfect castings. It likewise admits of a thorough cleaning out of core sand from the water passages. Large valve areas and ample clearance over valves are features of the design. S Crank-Case I The aluminum main or upper half of wank-case is made entirely in one unit and pro- vided with numerous ribs, giving added strength without excess of weight. It is hung by three-point suspension, resting directly upon, and bolted to the main frames of the car in the rear, and supported by a yoke and pin in front. This casting is machined throughout I I from templates and jigs, giving perfect alignment and interchangeability. The lower half I of the crank-case (which is also made of aluminum) forms the oil reservoir and support for the oil pump. It is easily removable, and when removed, any desired adjustment of the crankshaft and connecting rod bearings can be quickly made. t An oil-tight extension of the crank-case forms a housing for the timing gear. This arrangement gives quiet-running gears, good lubrication, and very little wear. I � Pistons 11.. The cast-iron pistons are machined and ground to gauge, and grooved to take three cast-iron, hammered, lap-jointed piston rings. The piston rings are ground to the diameter of the cylinder bore and to the width of the piston ring groove. The piston pins are of ;! hollow steel, hardened and ground, and are held in place in the piston by a locking bolt. +. Length of piston-pin bearings, 2�2 inches. Diameter, lY4 inches. 20. 0 a • SPECIFICATIONS Crankshaft j The crankshaft is machined from chrome nickel steel, heat-treated, and all bearings are accurately ground to size. The crankshaft has an integral flange of liberal proportions, to which the flywheel is bolted. The flywheel is of drop-forged steel with integral rack for selfstarter. The crankshaft, with the flywheel attached, is balanced, and the weights of the connecting rods and pistons are uniform. Thus, the reciprocating parts of the motor are truly balanced, doing away with vibration and excessive wear. The crankshaft and connecting-rod-bearing bushings are of special bearing metal;large, affording ample bearing surface. The crankshaft bearings are held to a positive and accurate alignment by dowel pins. One pin is located at each side, and at opposite corners of each bearing cap. These pins are in addition to the regular bearing-cap bolts, and are an added feature. Number of bearings, 4. Length of front and rear bearings, 3% inches. Length of center bearings, 3Y8 inches. Diameter of shaft at bearings, 2% inches. All bearings are provided with oil grooves, assuring constant lubrication. All crankshaft dimensions, except bearings, are required to check within one one- thousandth of an inch, over or under; bearings to be round and true to size to within one- quarter of one one-thousandth of an inch, over or under. Connecting Connecting rods of drop-forged, I-section, special heat-treated steel, are machined in Rods jigs and fixtures. The connecting rod cap is drop-forged, integral with the rod. The connecting rod ends are drilled, reamed in jigs, and the cap is then milled from the connect- ing rod in a special fixture which insures all rods being interchangeable. Shims are used in drawing up the cap to a perfect bearing. The cap is held firmly and in positive alignment by two dowel pins. One pin is located at each side and at opposite corners of the cap. These pins are in addition to the regular bearing cap bolts and are an added feature following the latest practice. The nickel-steel bearing cap bolts have castle nuts with cotterpins to lock them. The design and proportions of the rod, and the material used in its manufacture, insure it against any strains that could possibly arise. Length of connecting-rod-bearing bushing, 3% inches. Diameter of connecting-rod-bearing bushing, 2% inches. Length of piston-pin bushing, 2% inches. Diameter of piston-pin bushing, iY4 inches. Valves I I The valves are chrome nickel steel on the inlet side, and tungsten steel on the exhaust side of the motor. The valves are turned and accurately ground to the size and lapped into I taper valve seats. Inlet and exhaust valves on opposite sides of motor, mechanically operated by separate camshafts. All valves and valve springs are interchangeable. The valve-lifter guides are of cast-iron, and the valve-lifters are of steel, hardened and ground. The design of the valve-lifters allows provision for adjustment by means of a set screw with lockout. By this means a perfect timing of valve lift is obtained. The valve-lifters and guides are interchangeable for both inlet and exhaust. A large valve cap is located over each valve, permitting of accessibility and easy removal of the valves, also allowing in- spection of the cylinder valves, etc. Diameter of inlet and exhaust valves, 33•8 inches. The valve lift, �L, inch. Camshafts There are two of these. These are machined from a solid bar with integral cams and bearings, hardened and ground to absolute accuracy. Banks babbitt bearings of generous sizes are used. There is one large bearing on the front end of each shaft;the remainder of each shaft is supported by three other bearings of generous proportions. Sizes of bearings i are as follows: Length of camshaft bearings: front, 3 jg inches. �r Other bearings: l% inches. '7 Diameter all bearings: 1�y inches. t 11. r • SPECIFICATIONS - Cut integral on the inlet camshaft is a spiral gear for driving the oil-pump. The ex. I haust camshaft is arranged with a compression relief. I a Timing I The timing gears are drop-forged,of special steel,have a face width of IA inches, and the teeth are of a fine pitch. This gives a very quiet-running; gear with good bearing sur- Gears face, insuring long wear. The camshaft gears are securely bolted to an integral flange on the camshaft. The gears driving the magneto and the centrifugal water-pump are lo- cated on opposite sides of the motor, meshing with the timing gears. These are carried on shafts supported on two widely spaced annular ball-bearings. All gears are enclosed in an oil-tight extension of the crank-case. I Compression I For powerful motors running under high compression, a compression relief permitting Of easy cranking is necessary for starting. This is accomplished in our motor by shifting Relief the exhaust camshaft slightly forward, and bringing into contact with the exhaust valve- lifters a toe, ground integral on the camshaft,-which lifts each valve during the compression period of its respective cylinder, thus opening the valve and allowing some of the compres- sion mixture to escape. The shifting of the camshaft is accomplished by a lever advanta. geously located. After the motor is started, the compression relief may be immediately thrown in again, which automatically shifts camshaft back into the running position. 8 Carburetor The carburetor is of the float feed type, automatic auxiliary air-intake, simple of construction and giving uniform mixture at all speeds of the motor. It is fitted with a steering column air control for starting. Carburetor r Owing to the class of fuel now obtainable, a carefully-designed fuel-heating arrange- ment has been perfected. Hot air is carried through flexible steel tubing to the primary air Heating intake of the carburetor. This hot air makes the mixture obtained more combustible, in- Device surmg quick and efficient action with a cold motor. I � Control The throttle valve is controlled by a hand-lever at steering wheel and by foot accelerator pedal. Spark advance is controlled by lever at steering wheel. In both throttle and spark advance controls,the rods are fitted with adjustable ball-and-socket joints,doing away with j any lost motion. eH� Ignition I Ignition is furnished by a high-tension mmagneto,and an auxiliary battery system. All ignition wiring is carriq `m metal conduits,the cables being of high-grade insulated stock of the most approved desigi Each-Wire ends's fitted with a terminal which is pressed and soldered in place. This constriction*eiteats loose strands of wire being exposed, and the rapid breakage encoumtere4_jvitheut integral terminals. The ignition switch and battery coil are permanently mounted in convenient positions on the dash. Motor I Lubrication of the motor is by a self-contained system of the combined pressure and splash type. The lower half of the crank-case acts also as an oil reservoir. This reservoir, Lubrication 'i at normal level,carries about five gallons of oil. An oil level indicator consisting of a copper I. float and stem provides a ready means of ascertaining the amount of oil contained. In ad- dition to this, there are two level or try cocks on the reservoir. One of these is the low- level, the other the high-level cock. Besides the above a pressure gauge is installed on the dash which at all times indicates the pressure being maintained in the system. L�n1Vti:" ;, 12. • SPECIFICATIONS The oil-pump is a separate unit bolted to the lower half of crank-case. It is accessible, easy to remove and replace without disturbing other parts. The oil-pump is of the gear type, and is driven by spiral gears and shaft from the intake camshaft. Cast integral with the lower half of the crank-case are six constant level oil-troughs. The oil is pumped from the oil-pump to a header or main artery,which feeds each individual trough. Amother header attached to the upper half of the crank-case feeds oil by individual leads to the main crankshaft bearings. This system of headers is so arranged that the lower half of the crank-case can be removed without disturbing any part of the system. Re- placement of this unit is also accomplished in the same manner. The connecting rods dip into the troughs at each revolution, with the result that a heavy mist of oil is maintained by splash throughout the crank-case. This includes the cylinder walls, pistons, piston-pin bearing bushings, and also the connecting rods and cam- shaft bearings. The heavy oil mist also lubricates the timing gears at the front end of motor, the crankshaft drive gear operating in an oil bath retained at this point by the de- sign of the crank-case. The surplus oil then drains by gravity back to the reservoir. The oil is in continual circulation. It is passed through a fine mesh screen at each circulation, insuring against any foreign matter entering the pump. This system does not require any attention whatever during the operation of the apparatus, excepting to add additional oil as needed through the breather-pipe. The oiling system is a type which in- sure! the reliability necessary on fire apparatus, and is designed for hard and continual service. Cooling i Cooling is by a positive circulating system,with gear-driven centrifugal pump,mounted on motor crank-case. The pump body is cast in two pieces, with cast brass impeller. The System radiator has a large frontal area. A fan driven by a laminated "V" belt and arranged with a simple belt adjustment, is mounted on annular ball-bearings at forward end of cylinders just back of radiator. 1. i ' , ; i OM 1 575 ; of-ja l _ o f , I ,, . pStNDW �RNk J. Azz- ( I:. ":ERlfa�' IR _\ul?�i .'-'.AIIRA.NZN%YOR,..JS.,,. •— 1 � _ r� £ Al •A 1 , x 17. • SPECIFICA a 10NS - IGANLAFKANGE OTORFkEAPPA 9AT[1S Rotary Gear Pump The pump is of our improved, patented, rotary gear type, the elementary parts being two gears running inside a closely fitting case. The shaft of one of the gears extends through the case for driving purposes. This gear is known as the driving gear, and the other as the follower, or driven gear, and the single pair of gears performs the two functions of driving and displacement. No outside driving or guiding gears are required. The rotation is in an upward direction at the outer side of the gears,and in a downward direction at the inner iside where the teeth are meshed. Water is carried upward in the tooth space at the outer sides of the gears, and as the teeth are drawn into mesh at the inner side, this water is dis- placed from the tooth space and forced upward into the discharge chamber. As the gear teeth are drawn out of mesh,the tooth spaces are refilled by water from the lower or suction side of the gears. The driving contact between the teeth of the gears forms a water-tight seal between the discharge and suction throughout the displacement. The tooth spaces are enlarged at the ends of the gears, and large, free passageways are provided in the walls of the case, allowing a free flow of water into and out of the tooth spaces. This provision f absolutely prevents the building up of excessive pressure due to the locking of water in the tooth spaces as the teeth are drawn into mesh, and contributes largely to the extremely j high efficiency obtained in this type of pump. The bridges, or dividing walls, between the relief passages in the discharge side, and those in the suction side, are of peculiar patented form to give a perfect seal between the I suction and discharge at all times, without restricting the flow of water during the dis- placement and filling of the tooth spaces. A slight clearance is provided between gears and case on all sides, so that no rubbing or wearing contact is made. The gears are rigidly located by means of the double row thrust ball-bearings,so that no change of position, and consequent rubbing due to end thrust,are possible. All clearances are sufficiently restricted to prevent any excessive slip, and to insure instant priming when working from extreme suction lift. €,.. It will be noted from the above that the displacement of this pump is a positive, fixed h amount per revolution, and that the action, as a tooth of one gear is drawn in and out of a tooth space in the other gear, is very similar to the action of the piston pump. The most striking difference lies in the simplicity of the gear pump, the absence of valves, valve springs, plunger cups, crankshaft, connecting rods, etc., and the fact that the same action is obtained by two simple, rugged gears which are practically unbreakable, and whose efficiency is unimpared by any small object which maybe drawn through the suction strainer. In addition to this rugged simplicity the rotary gear pump shows higher capacity efficiencies ithan any other type of pump which is suitable to fire service. These decided advantages place it in a class by itself and fully warrant our recom- mendation that it is the most suitable type of pump for fire service. Pump-Case '�' The pump-case is made of the best quality Government bronze. The body of the �;,, pump, with suction and discharge chambers, hose connections, and churn valve body, is formed integrally in this casting. The suction and discharge connections are conveniently located on either side of the chassis and above the frame. The side walls or heads of the ,i pump form the housings for the gear shaft bearings and are securely bolted to the pump- case. The heads are strongly re-enforced by ribs which forma deep girder construction ex- tending from top to bottom. Bosses are provided at the ends of these ribs, which are drilled and reamed to match corresponding bosses in the case. Large through-bolts are l fitted in these holes and serve the double purpose of joining the girder construction of the f heads to form an unyielding yoke for the resistance of distortion when pumping under high ;y pressures. and of providing substantial locating dowels, so that no shifting of heads or mis- alignment of bearings is possible. `"1LRIi:-`:.air",:1.'it�.1„r`.'ul• ^��... As. • SPEOIFIOA-TIONS Balance i All moving parts of this pump are perfectly balanced and operate without vibration. Theoretically, the discharge from the pump is perfectly uniform. In practice, however, there is a slight variation in the discharge, the amount of which is proportionate to the size or pitch of the gear teeth used. i Gears ! The gears are made from extra high-grade bronze alloy, specially developed by our imetallurgists to combine strength with wearing qualities. The driving gear is keyed to its Rho ft with a large, full-length key, and both gears are hydraulically pressed on their shafts and accurately cut from the shaft centers. I Shafts The driving shaft is of chrome nickel steel, specially heat-treated for the service. The follower shaft is high-carbon steel, also heat-treated. Bearings I Both pumpshafts are mounted on large, double-race ball-bearings of the heavy series. Bearings are packed in grease and in dust-proof housings. I � Shaft I Leakage between pump-case and bearing housings is prevented by use of double-flange I leather pacldngs especially tanned and treated for the purpose. The pacldngs are held in Packing I place by formed and threaded rings. This packing remains tight under all conditions, and I requires no adjustment. i Pump At 120 lbs. pump pressure. . . . . . . 1.' . .: . . . . . . .gallons At 200 lbs. pump pressure. . . . . . . :. . . .. . . . .gallons Capacity I11 At 250 lbs. pump pressure. . . . . . . ..... ._. . . . . . . .gallons The capacities named above to be delivered at a normal lift not to exceed 10 feet. !{I Computation of capacity is founded upon barometric pressure at sea level. a Pump Drive The pump transmission is a highly-developed and compact unit. This transmission does not interfere in any way with the operation of the road transmission. The transmission Transmission I case is of rugged construction, rigidly bolted to the top of the road transmission, and is lo- cated directly behind the pump. Power is transmitted through hardened chrome nickel steel gears to the pump drive-shaft. All shafting is carried in double-race ball-bearings. Between the pump and pump transmission there is located a special double internal gear ! universal joint. Two pump speeds are provided of ratios consistent with the necessities of actual service conditions. The controlling lever for the pump is located on the right or operating side of the apparatus. It is so arranged that both clutch and gears are operated I with the same lever. Thus changing from one speed to the other cannot be effected without !�! releasing the clutch. _ An auxiliary cooling system is provided to augment the regular system during pump- Auxiliary ;�I ing operations. A copper pipe �� inch in diameter leads from the fire pump to the motor Cooling cooling system inlet water header. At the pump end of this pipe the water is controlled by System �!. a valve conveniently placed. The radiator is fitted with an extra large overflow pipe lead- ,{., ing to the exhaust pipe. The water is taken from the fire pump and circulates through the regular cooling system channels as usual, the surplus water being discharged through the exhaust pine also keeping that part cool. Ia this way,the operator controls the temperature II' of the motor through the medium of the valve mentioned above. u' To allow an accurate check on motor temperatures at all times, a Boyce motometer I', is provided. 19. . • SPECIFICATIONS Relief An automatic relief valve controlling all discharge outlets is provided. This relief valve is of ingenious construction and safeguards the motor from stalling when nozzles are Valve suddenly shut off during fires. The relief valve is of the partially balanced main valve operated by pilot valve type specially designed for this purpose. The water passing from the discharge chamber through the relief valve is returned by direct connection to the suc- tion chamber of the pump. When the nozzle is closed a churning or circulating of the water i within the pump is automatically set up. Immediately the nozzle is opened, the valve shuts and the pump automatically resumes delivery to the hose. This valve operates with equal efficiency even though all discharge outlets are in use. i Pump Suction inlets and discharge outlets are located on each side of the pump. The suction inlets are equipped with inside strainers and long-handled, air-tight caps. The discharge Equipment outlets are gated and provided with air-tighter and bleeder cocks. 2 lengths of suction hose 103/_o'long,. . . . .f j A ... . . . .internal diameter with couplings, and to be suitably mounted. One metal suction strainer. One double-swivel hydrant connection for attaching suction to 2M'hydrant opening. nm de"W +sari I el-ky4ami4 eeffl2ectiess for WAGQ i G_ 1-to ep=;—g. One compound-pressure gauge calibrated to 120 pounds. One water-pressure gauge calibrated to 300 pounds. One auxiliary oil supply can. One hooded electric light at each pump gauge. I Three hooded electric lights under motor hood. One chum valve, hand operated. ll I i l i i I , i � �i i I j ;:: U. 88. 0e t • � _ . .. _ ... - big; m y • • � e s _ otRary Gear Pump ! • SPECIFICATIONS j Ai W CEMRF_EREs Chemical Equipment Chemical The 40-gallon-capacity chemical tank will be of the "champion" rJl- type. The Tank body of this tank is formed of a single sheet of heavy gauge, Lake Superior copper plate, strongly riveted at the seam. The heads are single pieces of heavy gauge, Lake Superior copper Plate, hammered and formed and riveted to the body plate. All joints are properly tinned before riveting. The inside of the tank,including all seams,is again heavily tinned after beads are attached When completed the tank is subjected to a hydrostatic test of 350 lbs. to the square inch. The chemical tank is rigidly mounted in suitable brackets crosswise of the chassis. The crowned heads are handsomely hammered and polished. The body of the tank is painted when mounted under the pilot seat. Where the mounting is over the hose body the tank is fully polished. Chemical The chemical hose basket hqa a capacity of 200 feet of Y4'chemical hose. The basket Hose $rasleet is strcted of steel through gbt' the bottom being of slat construction which allows ven tilation of the hose. The sides ere of perforated steel plate with re-enforced comers and !' beaded edges which offer a saijooth surface/to the hose while being removed or reloaded The basket is suitably mounfpd on stencNioos over the body. Connection between the basket and stanchions is made,byfour/bay9riet pins. In this way,by removal of either the back or front pins, the basket can be-apped-up to give easy access to the body,or if so de- sired, can be entirely removed. The connection is so simple that replacement is only the matter of a minute or so. Chemical The header is of brass piping and gate valves specialty constructed for the purpose. All joints between valves, piping, elbows, etc., are tinned, and after assembly, sweated in Header place, making the header of practically one-piece construction. A two and one-half inch coupling with blind cap is attached. Through this bypass the tank can either be refilled or plain water passed through the chemical hose,preventing the necessity at small fires of carrying a heavy 23,,6'hose line into the scene of the fire. The valves are so arranged that the operator always has full control. Chemical i The following chemical equipment is funished: Two hundred feet of Y4' 4-ply chemical hose, coupled with heavy brass couplings. Equipment One chemical shut-off nozzle of eccentric type, constructed of heavy brass. Two chemical shut-off nozzle tips Y4'and X' in diameter. Two chemical hose spanners. One heavy duck soda bag. One soda canister, suitably mounted. Two acid receptacles heavily constructed and provided with stoppers and lifters. One brass acid receptacle holder. One filling cap wrench. One 200-pound pressure gauge, mounted on header piping. 3' IIH1i: 1' :li In rIK 15611;—. nITVII.'INIL. NIIP-.NZ 37. 33. • SPECIFICATIONS A�IF�'Io�RFAs jChassis �IIt is apparent, that, in order to manufacture the chassis described in a meaner fitting jthe service, and in order that all parts may be accurately fitted and made interchangeable, certain standards of manufacture must be maintained, and variations from the foregoing standards relating to the construction of the chassis throughout can not be permitted. Variations,however,in regard to equipment and accessories can be made to suit the customer, but in order that a shop standard may be recognized and that a definite understanding may be had as to what the standard practice covers, please note the following: a Frame The pressed channel section frame of chrome nickel steel is rigidly constructed to with- stand the loads and strains imposed in severe service. All rivet holes are drilled, and assembly of frame, cross members, spring hangers, etc.,is done by hot riveting. The spring hangers, front and rear, are steel castings of special design. Transmission The transmission is of the sliding gear, selective type, with three speeds forward and one reverse, direct drive on high speed. A single operating lever controls all gear shifts, and any speed gears may be meshed without passing through other speeds. The gears, shafts, and pinions are all made of chrome nickel steel, heat-treated. The shafts are all mounted on annular ball-bearings. The sliding gears are broached, ground, and have a sliding fit on the bevel-gear driving shaft which is splined,hardened and ground. An interlock is provided for the gear shifting rods,which makes it impossible to move one j sliding gear when the other is not in a neutral position. ' The transmission case is cast in a single piece, housing both the transmission and the differential. It is closed at the top and ends by oil-tight coven;. A ready means of supply- ing a lubricant and draining is furnished. The case is supported at three points. This (� arrangement prevents any strain in the transmission case due to weaving of main frames. The differential consists of a system of bevel gears and pinions made of chrome nickel steel forgings accurately turned and hardened. The jackshafts are squared to take the differential bevels and are supported by ball-bearings. Adjustment is provided for taking up of wear between the driving bevel pinion and the large differential bevel gear. Gear Ratio Gear reductions which are best adapted to condition of service are furnished. The construction of these parts admits of a reasonable variation. A range of from one to fifty miles per hour is provided. I P Chain Drive ( Final drive is by double side chains from jackshaft sprockets to each rear wheel sprocket. The chains are of the roller type,made of special steel and practically noiseless. The driving Construction I sprockets are made of finest grade steel drop-forgings. They are tapered and keyed to the jackshafts. The brake d.-ums and rear sprockets are of a single Dressed steel forging, and are securely bolted to the smokes of the rear wheels by 12 bolts. The radius rods are of steel, supporting the brake cams and pivots,and are adjustable to take up any stretch in the chains. Chassis All moving parts of the braking system, and all spring bolts and shackles are equipped with large standard grease caps. This allows proper lubrication of all running gears and Lubrication I I chassis parts, preventing abnormal wear. 1icn1���•..jrn^��U;, �i��S�U cr fillip` 34. a • SPECIFICATIONS Clutch I The LaFrance clutch is of multiple disc dry plate type, having asbestos lining on steel for friction surfaces. By means of a cam connection, the pressure of the clutch spring on the plates is multiplied several times. This provides a drive without any possibility of a slip, and at the same time, permits of using a clutch spring which is easily released. This dutch gives a gradual engagement, permitting of smooth starting without any tendency to grab. The release is positive and without any drag, thus eliminating trouble in shifting the transmission gears. The clutch does not require any care beyond occasional adjustment for wear. In case of inspection all parts are accessible by simply removing the back cover plate. SteeringGear The steering gear is of the non-reversible worm and gear type. The steering shaft and worm of one-piece construction are machined from solid upset bar of special steel. The entire mechanism is enclosed in an oil-tight case,and two ball-bearings are provided to take up the thrust from the worm shaft. Adjustment of these bearings is provided to take care of any wear. The gear is drop-forged integral with its shaft and the shaft end is squared to take the drop-forged steering lever. The band wheel is 18°in diameter,hard wood,with serrated inside edge, giving a firm grip. "es Solid drop-forged, I-section, of chrome nickel el steel, without welds, especially designed for the service. Timken roller-bearings in rall wheels. Springs I The springs are semi-elliptic, front and rear. Front, 2 inches wide by 36 inches long; I rear, 2�2 inches by 48i� inches long. They are designed to have ample carrying capacity, are made of special stock, and constructed to stand hard fire service. All spring plates are • j arranged with a bead and slot in center to maintain alignment. Shackle bolts are provided with patent grease cups. Brakes l; The brakes are of the external-internal type operating on drums on rear wheels,eliminat- ing all strains from the transmission gears and driving mechanism due to application of i brakes. The foot-operated service brake is an external contracting band of powerful leverage and large area, to eliminate rapid wear. The hand-lever-operated emergency brake is an internal� expanding ring and is also very powerful. The adjustments on both sets of brakes are very simple and accessible. Grease cups are provided for the brake camshaft bearings and radius rod bearings. _ i II ' I Wheels i Wheels are of the artillery type, front and rear, and made from specially selected wood, suitably constructed to withstand the strains incurred in Fire Department service. They are fitted with heavy steel felloe bands and hubs fitted on Timken roller-bearings. The rear wheels are of the offset spoke type allowing ample clearance for the use of skid chains. Tires �; Front, single; rear, deal. Seiid err eashiosx Ein ie fxosx and From center to center of tires, front, 62 inches. From center to center of inside dual Track or tires, rear, 61% inches. From center to center of outside dual tires, rear, 7214 incises. Gauge I� Wheel Base 1: From center to center of hubs. r —'— ZL ,.. :..� • ... r� i.. .�.:. . i. r.'t uv.ri Pn ": � b.-�'S".wCrc:E '-'.i` i ` I Transmission P i I 66 La France Clutch 01 i _Ica bF E m_oRF�E mms Chassis Equipment The hose body built of Body I ' Y �is heavy gauge steel plate, with heavy re-enforcements at the corners, producing rigid construction to withstand all strains. Heavy tubing is used for the body hand rails which nm along the entire length of the body and down over the rear end. A capacity for l at 410 feet of 2y-inch fire hose is provided. The bottom of the hose body is constructed of hard wood slats with interstices of Y2 inch between slats to allow for ventilation of the hose. These slats are so assembled that the whole wood bottom lifts out as one piece without removing any screws, bolts, etc. This feature gives ready accessibility when necessary to inspect parts and assemblies beneath the body. A verti- cal hose roller is attached to each side of body at rear. s Dash i The dash is of cast-iron, specially molded for the purpose. The front side has an in- tegral shelf which supports the rear end of the motor hood. It is provided with cast brackets, and is firmly bolted to the chassis. The side facing the driver's seat serves as an instrument board, and on this, and set into it, are the different switches,gauges,etc.,necessary for the operation of the apparatus. The driver's seat is mounted in front of the hose body on heavy steel standards. The Drivers Seat seat is of sheet metal with hard wood re-enforcements and bottom. Upholstery, in- cluding the detachable seat cushions, is made up of hair and durable fabric to withstand constant wettings usually received in service. Sufficient space to comfortably seat two men • is provided. The driver's seat footboards are of heavy cast aluminum sections,pyramided to give secure footing. A strongly constructed gasoline tank of the latest design,of sufficient capacity,is mounted Gasoline j at the front of the body and directly back of the driver's seat. The system is of the gravity Tank ' type,with sufficient elevation to insure fuel at all reasonable gradients. The tank is divided i : by swash piates. A large filling spud permits of filling the tank with ease,and allows ready inspection and gauging of the contents. Steps ! Running boards of liberal width are provided on each side, and a rear step is also at- tached which extends across the full width of the apparatus. All steps are substantially 'I braced. The steps are of heavy wood, covered with pyramid aluminum matting, and the edges and corners are fitted with heavy metal nosing. Space provided is sufficient for two men on each running board, and three men on the rear step. Both the iron`and rear wheels are amply covered by sheet-steel mud fenders of pleasing Mad Fenders: and efficient lines. The rear fenders have flat tops and'a sten over the front drive sprocket. j These steps are covered by heavy aluminum castings. The spaces between the running boards and chassis and also between the rear steps and chassis are made mud-tight by additional fenders. Thus men and equipment are protected to the fullest extent possible. Ib Lighting j The electric iighting system consists of the following equipment: System Two 12-inch Vesta headlights, with Warner-Patterson non-glare ;eases, mounted on strongly braced brackets in front and to each side of the radiator. One _^--inch Vesta searchlight, mounted on a swivel bracket on the dish. One red tau-light, mounted on the rear step. • � � -.,.. _ .:.c.�.. ,ice -.-.�.i:,c-r('. ��-, 3 s. 36. • SPECIFICATIONS A Westinghouse generator and Willard battery of large capacity are furnished. All wiring is of the single-wire type,and is carried in metal conduit. The head and searchlights have parabolic Ienses with adjustable lamp sockets of the single-contact type. All lights are controlled by switches conveniently placed on the dash. A heavy steel battery box with lock will be provided to carry battery. Locomotive A large, heavily constructed locomotive bell is suitably mounted. A distinctive, pene- Bell and trating si ho�n will be furnished and mounted on the dash. Siren Horn iiRc;_' a 3s Ladders i One"-foot solid side extension ladder mounted on side of body. One 12-foot roof ladder with folding hooks, mounted on side of body. Ladders to have natural finish with ends painted black. Pike Pole One 10-foot pike pole, mounted on the ladder brackets and finished in natural wood with black ends, will be furnished. rB Hand Two 3-gallon fire dep en/t extinguishers in proper holders and mounted in accessible Extinguishers I position. Play Pipe i Two hard-wood cones for playpipes, mounted on rear step. Holders I M3 Lanterns I Two fire department standard lanterns conveniently mounted on standards at rear j of hose body. 1' One, hex pick back, fire department standard, suitably mounted. Fire Axe Il p p y Crowbar i i One, of steel, held by snaps and mounted on running board. Speedometer One, suitably mounted. Painting The apparatus to be handsomely painted in fine coach colors. The decorative work i is to be artistic in design and execution,and is to be well grounded and finished with the best wearing varnishes. The principal colors used in the work are to be as follows: Body, coach red, A. L. F. E. Co. No. 124. Frame, English vermilion, A. L. F. E. Co. No. 7. Wheels, English vermilion, A. L. F. E. Co. No. 7. or. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . Finish of metal parts and accessories to be nickel. Y � � ��- '' U✓ '�.-CIS'✓ � `..4/.✓c� I�. i� LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSIOt1 REFERENCES 1. Fort Collins Esprosr--Ceader Nowsmker 146, 1924. L Spedfiatioos. Amoicas Lo Freon Motor Fin Apparatus.—Elmira,Now York. 3. Town Rupert.—Mouatoia States Inspections Rome. Darer Cole,Rainspected Sept. I M 4. Acceptance toss Conducted by LA.Barley,11.11.24 Chief Engineer M.S.LL S. Maior Fires—Involved in while Im Service,6-5-1 M Fort Collins Fspross-Corrfer, 11.27.1946, Jalkms Clothiag Store,146 Block South Collegs,12.23.1"1 Mown Funihm Stem,M Bled South College.Takes from the Fort Collins Cokmdosa. i. Ed Yoaker—Bathed Fire Chid,Fort Ceilias Fin DepaO~. Some of the nwatalof gathered and presented is to show that this was truly a i"doss pica of Fin Apperntss oa indicaed by the Spadfktlkns.The triple igaltin system sad the there igh d*Wpdom of every part of the Engine sad Pump,Plus the test meals were abuse what wes nqufrsd.Isduded is the Bnderwriters Report the►showed the City vm sat prepared to castnl a fin of any sin,therefors andsagedag the Ufa mW Property of the Cltisns.The Coemdafews picked o leding Fire Apperstas MaufaAery to bufid the Esglee. The Fire Engias served the City for 2/years is sewing Ufo ad Property smd the last 49 years Is Cosrmumity Activities.Therefore if desomes to be Designated as a Local Landmark and be rastered to be piaad is a future Massum. • OI ___ UYbll. IrIl4 °F.en I cites ...d 1 .. .. 3: u•e priced at $3500 00 and 0 respectiVely. The tetins are 41EET�HG-'0f CQUNCIL rood. Of enetmrtyy 9lral What Fros Col' - overlook our Iota in Weatlawn- Higne It of-t7n11ur ravens Raliroad Fur ARtian oe Proposedc f �'y`r fli �, in.* They are'sure to win. ClaainC and Yapatlnlf Alit to iega Avenwa Ma �ReliuH']nren-(iren2e Bantu"[ Raafv 0t1f• t, 1, rr ' •' 1, an eiala• d Cotnmteaione[n: Preleal of Froperty.Owner le Ripdxled;.Ceaaea acts-on Other Matisse 7. E HiJRDLE `r Clming,and•owting,•oiCherry street Iran the what line i - J : :• t -of Chillies avenue.to-the anit line ofHowes street is the Bich / launlala va Photo d! Item which rea9pehrad before the Fort Coillas city council for _ _ --" r _._.... - . ..._. ..._ t iludife Y. III Stover appeared before the council al a -•_ .- r — - Tepreiehtatn2 oCthe Union Pacing-railioad. iog,Fedueht _that . .artlon IM tAhe7-to-artive fit-same-definite'pndm e hndinj bo- - '--- ` Wai It ANY 'tween the city and the rallroad regarding the future policy of QKKSZa mpf[ :rk 4f rnrtr dew I whole:p"irdi Yed with the nu_ meeting, the transportation needs of the city. - Lewilnt neuwia ,.. far the Amrr-Pnul ulA aasaahlp lino. Th.coal I _— The ro.11rr Aind,ti n-DrnIpYNY _ . ._.-_._ .- . n<-+hMMw'lll Ica !4f-anNNamo[-.M-de•<bpmaa4aL__ ... IRwf. '- nno,41 to-III ottn{bo at to. . t-wh•ed •01m<, lenses hl.hwbt ovd•r • nmN LLLL I i►�, U sell two r<1, to, rbe C. 1. - - Inand In Paris; I'M. rather.than,+[Ival•Idu°I eh' t e mRM.-L•vl°a h!ale aeMr, at .et 9tG0e0 Its In,Nys,.... XRtq.N partieul• des, n the tonNq� Dram f• ab VltlLdA ufl pr<uloC. III. Jim deflated. U the carob Tenant ■ the Proarerd - 'You're Roe n inel -tat- my Imp, I Gi I.EH �1eM. --- eMv[at lib nmroun ran'.. let. 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MaleI1nM In Universal News 1 e earn ran[ to J ref° r nee and D p T a rn tear nwp rvMnlr f •the rasa In, ••nJln[ mpn poI it.. :Dr'Nma Send rat tM Ito Fail a once ,F,..e Ica f:n rein.. tM wnrl°'• oIl I--nd fewtall,u •eul�a 41 Witte Rep Th. Mllrld rental, rrn4lr th. 'I....I I.. • I nl n err then"'. ss1:LM'- be. nesn .he Ill .'� 0 MORE NMIHATD FAR +-=1.n th. l a lurtae read. �• •I ..a .n•1 Ill rent LI K of.'a Jun1u0 bo ruUn Itrb hanele, n. l.AR1MER 90UI5 a : PRIHC �{7 ' iut'.\r rtelrelu rVKV .I .0 be Vo-.... xneeRh"'1! aLu• Si .Han am Penlu a Friday 11'net. %boa al 'inl 'tit a imam t d Y• iday rnxiw 41. m .; I reeler rare. ' Fors Na..126._5.000._(L.2Z �� To be used for recordio, p. a test of fire engines. Blanks to be fiUc, ,ut at rwarded to main office, from which report will be sent to city officiab. ' " RESULTS OF TESTS OF_.-.. Ir;;�._3, ...Faag: ._ I'i ... r -- CITY:--------------...—iT�y �£sFi fir3F.9, ——---- DATE_.. --3$;—3$$4+---- CONDUCTED BY.,....... STZIM ..-_- Type aft -.+tsSfpS.-- ------- ----- MaaufamQera No... ------- Engine...-I..,;... ..._............._..........._..._...--._._. _....-- --.._..._..-- P ........--.................................._.... --.......... 78E1_. �.�.. ....- - — Gear Ratio: 1 Engine to Pump:.is._`--- ia5....ty-1-- Contract: Requuements _...-.. _... Tested Atr---..---- _...._Lift: .-. -Wit..-----.—._ —_—.-----_ ��----------....------ ---------------- FIRST TEST. - Layout of Hose ......................_......_..._....-----.....----- Average Dneharge anresma._. .... 1.�_ .. . .... ...: .,gt...��................--------------_----- ..._........ ...........................................—.----------_..._.. Speed MZ Engine__--- Pump: ... Displacement•....._............................ ------.._...__------................_....... ---..Shp.__......................... Remarks:.-- __— _= _ �Z`_.T�'lits!`Y�jJ'�1a��iif`: 'E.i _............------..... SECOND TEST. - Dmation: �� Layout of Hose and Noyes ......_....-...._...—.............._.................. ................................................................................................ - _Average Discharge and Pressure:..- �b...aEZ.�.. _p�ap..grteire: _._...._.................._.._............................................. .. .................................................._.................. — -- - ------ Speed R. P. M, Engine........_. Pump: .-2"S84—..._......------------. ..................... ------...------.._..------- Displacement:...........- - --------..............._._..--....-........_.._.. . Ste...... ........_. Remuks: .-.........._..... .... .......... �y ffit -6 � is0 �SttCit2'12j��-0.,. t`�f171L' �.$iC�'................._.._.__...... THIRD TEST. - Duration: ..... . ... ................. - -- - ...... and . ..._...._._.__..-. Layout of Hose No m-- _. 110"...WITU......_.. .... ......... _..........---................... ......................_._........... Average Discharge and Pressure:...... M za_. ... --- . «.---n per V-1niW .-------I.....--. ...............__..__...._-..............._................._..............-_......._......................-..................._...._........................:_---------------..._ Speed. R. P. M., Engine ---_- � - -- ------- - ---- ------- -------- .......----------..Pump:. .. ._36..g ...._...._.._....._......-.....----------... Displacement:...........---- ............- Sup:............... Remarks: .............. .— ----------- GENERAL REMARKS (As to performance and condition of machine during and after test.) National Board of Fire 'Underwriters COMMITTEE ON MIRE PREVENTION AND ENGINEERING STANDARDS 76 William Street. New :'-ors TOWN REPORT ,MouMain *titt� 3no ertiolt 'Bureau 1 . L.H.SIMONTON.'MANAGER - - MI-62{GAS & ELECTRIC BUILDING DENVER,.COLORADO _ Fort. Collins, Lar frier County, Colorado 3r2 '0ass " (Nation9d Board 6) Inspected June, 1920. Reinspected September, 1923. W. S. Rathburn, Engineer CITY IN GENERAL POPULATION 8755. ALTITUDE 4981 feet. LOCATION North-central part of Colorado on the C. &S. and Union Pacific Railroads. PRINCIPAL INDUSTRIES Sugar factory, mills and elevators, Colorado State agricultural College. County Seat. Center of a rich irrigated farming district. WEATHER Prevailing winds are moderate and usually from the south and west. Two months per year have average temperatures above 65 degrees and three months per year have.average tem- perature below freezing. Maximum temperature, 1922, 99 degrees. Minimum, ;=V. Total snowfall,.36 inches. TOPOGRAPHY Level. STREETS Electric lighted, 100 and 150 feet wide, paved in the business district and in fair condition elsewhere. CONGESTED VALUE DISTRICT The principal mercantile district consists of 16 blocks or part blocks,-64%n of which is built upon, 92% being of joisted brick and the rest frame. There are ro fireproof buildings. The average height.of buildings is two stories with six of three stories and none higher. About 50%a of the area covered by joisted brick construction is in large or excessive areas, which, together with the deficient wall thickness and unprotected floor and horizontal opening contributes to the probability of serious block conflagrations. RE-RECORDS Fire records as kept by the Fire Department indicate a moderate loss'per capita in recent years in the city; but two serious fires at the Agricultural College, adjoining the pity and x dependent upon it for fire protection, make the total loss high. FIRE FIGHTING FACILITIES—WATER SUPPLY '" ter• >GENERAL.OUTLINE{ Ownership, municipal; under the supervision of the Water Commissioner and - .City Engmees:-'There is no complete plat of the system, and records, particularly of valves and hydrants, aie poor or lacking entirely. =The present supply system wa`s installed in 1913 and consists of a single supply.line, fed from a -_mountain stream by means of a diversion dam and having along the line a mechanical filter, dis- tributing`reservoir and a standpipe. SOURCE OF SUPPLY Supply is taken from the Cache la Poudre River, about 15 miles northwest of Ft. Collins. The city has an unlimited water right. --A reinforced concrete.diversion dam ,105 feet long, 21 feet wide, and 12 feet high, .diverts'a portion.of the flow to a 22-inch continuous woodstave flow line from intake to-,filter plant,'a distance of ,-mile. Fxom the" filter plant a continuous wood-stave pipe 18 inches in diameter extends to the distributing reservoir, a distance of 11 miles, with a drop of about 650 feet:, Thisq,feeder is equipped_with..5 pressure equalizing eisterns; An 18-inch continuous wood-stave pipe is laid from the distributing reservoir-to stand- sr _ ...pipe, thence 22-inch to Loomis Avenue. A 10-inch steel pipe also extends from.the distributing reservoir to the city. Valve arrangement near reservoir permits lines to be.operated separately or together. FILTER PLANT ;;There are 2 sedimentation basins of concrete construction of-100,000. and 305,000 gallons capacity at the-filters. Precipitation is hastened by the use of dime and' lum coagulant. The Roberts mechanical filters are in 6 sections with a combined daily capacity of 4,500,000.gallons. A 25 h. p. gasoline engine drives a centrifugal pump which is used in' -cleaning filters -The filter house.is-a one-story brick building with concrete Lfloors, shingle roof and stove heated.- A clear .water basin of 134,640 gallons capacity adjoins filter plant. .All portions of the plant are arranged with by-pass valves foremergency use. STORAGE A reinforced concrete reservoir with a roof of the same construction is located on Bingham Hill, 5 miles west of Ft.'Collins, at an elevation of about 225 feet above the business-district; capacity of reservoir,'5,610,000 gallons. Reservoir is equipped with by-pass-valves permitting drawing and cleaning of reservoir without interruption of _service. A steel standpipe with a capacity of 257,000 gallons is located about 4 miles west of the town at an elevation of 150 feet and is now used as an equalizer on the larger service main. DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM A 22-inch main from reservoir enters the city and extends for nearly a mile along La Porte Avenue to Loomis Avenue where it branches into a 12-inch supplying the business district and an 8-inch feeding a residential section. A 10-inch from the reservoir enters the city at the northwest corner and extends along Mountain-Avenue to the principal mercantile district. It is not connected with the distributing system at 8 intersections: Gridironing in.the high valve district consists of a good amount of 8, 10 and -9-inch pipe with some 4 and.6=imh cross connections. In residential sections gridironing is poor, due to much 3 and 4-inch pipe. MAINS There is a total of about 45 miles of pipe of which about 30 miles are in the distribution system. About 21 miles of this is 3 and 4-inch pipe. One mile of 4 and 5-inch pipe is Kalemine steel, 19 miles;.10 inches and larger, is wood and the rest iron. The present policy is to lay no additional wood or steel mains in the distributing system. There are numerous 4-inch dead ends on the outskirts of the city, resulting in poor circulation and low pressure at such points. Six inches is the largest size near the College and a number of hydrants there are on 3-inch mains. HYDRANTS There is a total of about 120 hydrants in service, of varying makes. 94 have 2y�-inch outlets and the rest two 2y2-inch and one 4=2-inch outlet which is the present standard installation. Five hydrants in the business district have 6-inch connection and all hydrants hereafter installed on 6-inch or larger mains will be of this size. Spacing is fair in the business district and poor elsewhere, only about Y4 of standard. Hydrants are said to be inspected at irregular intervals and are used for filling sprinkling carts. Several were found in poor condition. GATE VALVES Valves are of stock makes and open to the right. Valves are installed on mains in some of the most important streets, but valving of system is very inadequate, there being several lengths in the principal mercantile district exceeding 1000 feet and many in residential sections exceeding 2000 feet. No regular inspections are made. FIRE FLOW TESTS The flow from 5 hydrants at 4 locations was measured in June, 1920, to de- termine the probable supply available for fire protection. One or two hydrants were opened at each test and the free discharge measured by means of Pitot tubes and the pressure in the mains was observed before and during the flow at an adjoining hydrant. Tests in the principal mercan- tile district showed that from 1500 to 2200 gallons per minute.were available at a residual pressure of 60 pounds; the former test showed the weakness of 4-inch pipe. A test at Peterson and Laurel Streets showed 600 gallons at a pressure of 50 pounds and the test at Oak and Loomis Streets delivered 2000 gallons per minute at 50 lbs. CONCLUSIONS Reasonable protection in the principal mercantile district requires a fire flow of 2700 gallons per minute with a distribution system capable of delivering this quantity about any block at a residual pressure of 60 Iles. Total quantity includes an allowance for loss from broken.con- nections and hydrants left open incident to a large fire. Supply to the district is from 18 to 45% deficient on account of small mains. The supply to residential sections is weak on account of the excessive amount of 3 and 4-inch pipe. often dead-ended. The single supply: line from intake to the distributing reservoir is of ample size but should a break occur at this line, considerable trouble would be experienced in making repairs and the quantity in distributing reservoir would be in- sufficient to supply maximum consumption for five days and fire.flow for 10 hours. The grid- ironing is fair in high value district, but poor in most other sections. Hydrant spacing is from fair to poor. Valve spacing is wide in all parts of the city. FIRE DEPARTMENT ORGANIZATION Two platoon system. Full paid since 1914; under the direct supervision of the Commissioner of Public Safety. The fire force consists of a chief, assistant and 4 firemen. The chief is appointed by the Mayor for a 2-year term. the present incumbent having held the office since 1905. Other members are appointed.by the commissioner. There is one hose company in service, located on Walnut Street, near Linden Street, in the prin- cipal mercantile district. EQUIPMENT Apparatus consists of an American La France motor hose wagon, purchased in 1915 and equipped with a 40-gallon chemical tank. 200 feet of chemical hose and 1500 feet of 2%-inch cotton, rubber-lined single-jacketed hose. Minor equipment carried consists of a 24-foot extension ladder, a 10-foot roof ladder, two chemical extinguishers, smoke masks, axes, cellar pipe, extra chemical charge, lanterns, plaster hook, wire cutter and 3 shut-off nozzles. There is in reserve a horse-drawn, Seagrave hose wagon, equipped with a 40-gallon chemical tank, 200 feet of chemical hose, two chemical extinguishers, an axe and one nozzle. Horses are not provided. A 50-foot extension ladder is stored in shed in rear. There are 1800 feet of spare hose, loaded on two reels. Station is a 2-story, joisted brick building, electrically lighted and provided with a sliding pole. Building is stove heated and has a frame hose-drying tower in rear. OPERATION No rules have been adopted to govern the discipline of the department. The chief has the power to reprimand or suspend members. Discipline is fair. No drills are held. No portion of the city is greater than 1 y, miles distant from the fire station. Streets in and near the business district are paved but about 75% of the streets in the built-up section of the city are unpaved and in wet weather would seriously impede the progress of apparatus. CONCLUSIONS Fire department is seriously undermanned, unprogressive, lacking in apparatus, and poorly trained. Apparatus is in only-fair condition and reserve equipment is of doubtful value. Response to alarms in a city of this size requires an additional piece of apparatus. An adequate quantity of hose is provided, but much single-jacketed hose is in use. Discipline is fair and records are fairly complete. FIRE ALARM SYSTEM ORGANIZATION Fire alarm system is a part of the fire department, under the supervision of the chief, and was installed-in 1907. EQUIPMENT Apparatus is housed on the second floor of the Fire Department Headquarters,a 2 story, joisted brick building, seriously exposed by mercantiles; chemical protection on apparatus floor. System is automatic. A 2-circuit Gamewell, slate switchboard in wooden frame is pro- vided with the usual devices for operating and testing circuits and for charging batteries. Mires enter in conduit thru brick wall to switch board. No lightning protection. BATTERIES Current is supplied by 40 storage batteries mounted on wooden shelf and enclosed in small closet off bunk room, poorly ventilated. Batteries are cleaned every two weeks and were found in good condition, there being little sediment in the jars. Charging is from 110-volt, motor- generator thru lamp resistance. Wiring on motor defective. On the apparatus floor is a gong and visual indicator. BOXES There are 22 non-interfering boxes of the Gamewell make; all are sector pull. All have keys attached under glass and are equipped with shunt and lightning arresters;outer cases not grounded. Boxes are located mainly at street intersections; many are in need of painting. Adequate dis- tribution requires two additional boxes in the principal mercantile district so that all buildings will be within 500 feet of a box. In residential districts there are several locations where important groups of buildings are more than 800 feet from a box. CIIRCUITS There are two circuits consisting of 9 , miles of No. 14 B. S. gauge, rubber-insulated, copper wire, 2.4 miles of which is underground in telephone duct;. Leads to boxes and run on knobs from cross-arms: few near high potential wiring. TELEPHONES There are .two telephones at Fire Department Headquarters, one being reserved for fire calls with switchboard jack conspicuously marked. Alarms are properly verified at the exchange, but not confirmed over the fire alarm telegraph system. OPERATION Circuits are well maintained by members of the fire department. A red light on the apparatus floor gives the signal when circuits are out of order. Monthly tests are made of ap- paratus and batteries are tested daily. A map shows the routes of overhead and underground circuits and the location of the boxes. No records are kept of troubles, inspections or tests. CONCLUSION Apparatus should include a punch register at headquarters. Equipment is in fair condition, but wiring in Headquarters is poor. Twenty-five percent of the circuits are under- ground. Box distribution is fair to poor. Telephone service is good. BUILDING DEPARTMENT GENERAL Organized building department was established in 1907, in charge of a building inspector, who is an employee of the city engineer's department. No building may be erected, repaired or altered until a permit has been obtained from the city clerk. Plans for new structures are sub- mitted for approval, and filed. BUILDING LAWS An ordinance governing the construction of buildings was adopted in 1907 and provides that all walls within the fire limits must be of brick, stone, concrete, or other non-com- bustible materials. Good requirements are in force governing the thicknesses of walls;fire stopping, and the construction of chimneys and flues. No frame building within the fire limits shall be repaired when damaged to the extent of 50% or more of its value. Arrangement of fire curtains in theatres, stage appliances, stage water jets, standpipe, fire appliances and other necessary equipment for theatres shall be made to comply with the National Board of Fire Underwriters' rules. Fire escapes are required on buildings more than 15 feet above the ground. No canopies over sidewalks shall be erected without special permit. Other items bearing on this subject are not covered. The fire limits as defined are not of extensive area properly to protect future construction. Com- bustible roofs are permitted in 90% of the built-up portion of the city. ELECTRIC WIRING Permits must be obtained from the City Clerk and installations approved by the inspector. National Electric Code enacted. Wiring within the fire limits must be in metal conduit. GASOLINE AND OILS Ordinance adopted as recommended by the Mountain States Inspection Bureau. EXPLOSIVES Storage limited to 25 pounds. a; z