YEAR ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP CONTRACT

The Southern Kane County Training Association (SKCTA) is a non-profit organization 501(c)(3) which provides quality training education classes for firefighters throughout the state of Illinois.  Memberships are being accepted for the new, enhanced training site at 300 Butterfield Rd., in North Aurora.

Associate memberships are available and being offered to all Illinois Fire Service Departments/Districts.

By becoming an Associate Member, the joining department will have the opportunity to take advantage of numerous benefits at no additional charge. (see Member Privileges)

By signing this agreement, the referenced Department/District agrees to the terms of a 5-year commitment, locking in pricing for that term, plus taking advantage of an additional 2.5% class discount above the 2007 yearly percent, taking it to 12.5%. Membership term begins upon receipt of initial payment to SKCTA and subsequent payments are due on the anniversary date of membership.
 
Early Withdrawal:  In accordance with the 5-year agreement, discounts on yearly increased pricing adjustments were applied to the membership pricing.  In the event the Department/District elects to opt out of this agreement before the 5-year term, the Department/District agrees to pay SKCTA the cost savings between the discounted membership fees and actual yearly membership fees (without locked-in pricing) for the years utilized. 

If voluntarily withdrawing from membership, the Department/District must provide a 30-day written notice of cancellation. (See Notice of Withdrawal from Membership form) Once received, the withdrawal date will be confirmed in writing.  In addition, all class discounts will cease on the agreed upon withdrawal date.

SKCTA has the right to terminate this agreement at any time, for any reason.  Termination penalties may apply and would be subtracted from any refund of membership fees due.

2007 MEMBERSHIP LEVELS

Fire Training 

Tower 3 - $21,000 per year

  • Thirty-two (32) four-hour blocks in the burn building/tower.
  • Unlimited use of specified props excluding burn tower.
    • (16) 4-Hour blocks - Collapse Pile, Collapse House, Trench-(SKCTA to provide Trench Prep)

Tower 2 - $11,550 per year

  • Sixteen (16) four-hour blocks in the burn building/tower.
  • Unlimited use of specified props excluding burn tower.
    • ( 8) 4-Hour blocks - Collapse Pile, Collapse House, Trench-(SKCTA to provide Trench Prep)

Tower 1 - $6,300 per year

  • Eight (8) four-hour blocks in the burn building/tower.
  • Unlimited use of specified props excluding burn tower. (see Member Privileges)
  • Limited use of specified props:
    • ( 4) 4-Hour blocks - Collapse Pile, Collapse House, Trench-(SKCTA to provide Trench Prep)

Technical Rescue Training

TR 3    - $4,817 per year

  • Unlimited use of specified props excluding burn tower.
    • (16) 4-Hour blocks - Collapse Pile, Collapse House, Trench-(SKCTA to provide Trench Prep)

TR 2      - $3,792 per year

  • Unlimited use of specified props excluding burn tower.
    • (12) 4-Hour blocks - Collapse Pile, Collapse House, Trench-(SKCTA to provide Trench Prep)

TR 1      - $2,767 per year

  • Unlimited use of specified props excluding burn tower.
    • ( 8) 4-Hour blocks - Collapse Pile, Collapse House, Trench-(SKCTA to provide Trench Prep)

Member Privileges

All associate members of the SKCTA will receive the following benefits at no additional charge:

  • One (1) Safety Coordinator/Stoker for each 4-hour block of live fire training
  • One (1) Safety Coordinator for each 4-hour block of Technical Rescue training.
  • Limited access to air cascade system
  • Limited access to the following props:
    • Lightweight Collapse Pile
    • Concrete Collapse Pile
    • Lightweight Collapse Simulator
    • Trench Field (SKCTA digging trench = (1) 4-hr. block)
  • Unlimited access to the following props:
    • “CanCity” prop
    • Dive/Ice Rescue Lake
    • Roof Simulator (must pay for consumables)
    • LP Props (must pay for consumables)
    • Commuter and low pressure Rail Cars

Other

  • Class Discounts on all SKCTA classes for all department members.
  • All prop use will be limited per Department/SKCTA agreement.
  • Departments must pay for any consumables used: i.e. Lumber, Nails, Straw, Fuses, Pallets, and liquid smoke if it is provided by SKCTA.
  • It is recommended that each department secure their own cars for extrication, unless otherwise arranged with SKCTA.  However, SKCTA will provide a car-fire simulator when available. (Please check ahead on availability.)
  • All “No Shows” will be charged the time set aside.  Cancellations must be received no less than 24 hours prior to usage.
  • If there is inclement weather it will be up to the Tower Coordinator if class will be cancelled.  (Unsafe conditions are those such as lightning, heavy winds, heavy snow or freezing conditions)