Fire chief reports Q2 response times, staffing gaps and recent working fires

Aug 4, 2025

The fire chief reported an average Q2 response time of 4:37, recent working-fire responses with minimal injuries, ongoing hydrant testing of roughly 1,600 hydrants, and daily staffing at or near minimum levels; council and chief discussed staffing, mutual aid and Rescue 36 usage.

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The city’s fire chief presented the department’s Q2 report and operational updates on Aug. 4, summarizing incident volumes, recent working fires, testing and staffing.

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