Burnetown Fire Department reports on training progress before July deadline

The Macon County Commissioners convened on July 8, 2025, to discuss significant updates from local departments, including a progress report from the Burnetown Aula Fire Department and ongoing repairs at the Macon County Library.

The meeting began with an update from the Burnetown Aula Fire Department, presented by Mr. Worncabe. He reported that the department is on track to meet state requirements for personnel and training by the end of July. Currently, the department has 28 members, including four junior firefighters, with 16 members having completed the necessary 36 hours of training. Mr. Worncabe expressed confidence that they would meet the required 19 trained members by the July 31 deadline, which would allow them to exit probationary status. The board acknowledged the hard work of the firefighters and emphasized the importance of maintaining membership levels beyond the immediate deadline.

Following the fire department update, the commissioners turned their attention to the Macon County Library. Mr. Joe Allen provided an overview of ongoing repairs, detailing a range of issues including water damage and mold. The contractor is expected to complete interior work by July 11 and exterior repairs by early August, in time for a planned planetary exhibit on July 23. The total cost for the repairs is estimated at $53,280.95, which will require a budget amendment to draw from the fund balance. The commissioners discussed the need for additional work on the library's flat membrane roof, which is planned for later this year.

The meeting concluded with a consensus on the importance of both the fire department's progress and the library's repairs, highlighting the county's commitment to community safety and resource accessibility. The next steps include monitoring the fire department's training progress and finalizing the library repairs to ensure timely completion.