Flagstaff City Council approves intergovernmental agreement with Coconino Community College for paramedic training

The City of Flagstaff Council meeting on April 2, 2024, focused on several key resolutions and ordinances aimed at enhancing local governance and community services.

One significant discussion involved an ordinance amending the Flagstaff City Code regarding the employee advisory committee. This amendment seeks to repeal conflicting ordinances and establish a clear effective date for the changes. The council plans to revisit this ordinance for adoption on April 16, 2024.

Another major topic was the adoption of Resolution 2024-13, which formalizes an intergovernmental agreement between the City of Flagstaff Fire Department and Coconino Community College. This agreement is designed to facilitate clinical practicum and internship opportunities for paramedic students. Chris Fallon from the Fire Department highlighted the positive impact of this partnership, noting that many local paramedics have graduated from the college's program. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the council, reflecting strong support for the collaboration.

Additionally, the council discussed the Cooperative Fire Rate Agreement (CFRA), which is up for negotiation every two years. Battalion Chief Paul Lutrogi presented the need to keep this agreement current, emphasizing its importance for effective fire management in the region.

Overall, the meeting underscored the council's commitment to improving local services and fostering educational partnerships, which are crucial for community safety and workforce development. The next steps include the anticipated adoption of the employee advisory committee ordinance and ongoing discussions regarding the CFRA.