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Commissioner: draft first-responder benefits ordinance moving to public hearing in St. Mary's County
Summary
A St. Mary's County commissioner said a draft ordinance creating a pilot benefits program for first responders is nearly complete and is expected to reach a public hearing on April 22. The commissioner said the program may cost less than first estimated and is intended to boost volunteer recruitment and reduce the county's career staffing costs.
A St. Mary's County commissioner said the county has completed a first draft of an ordinance to establish a pilot benefits program for first responders and expects a public hearing on April 22.
The commissioner described the measure as a pilot that remains subject to change as officials refine eligibility and cost details. "We are making great progress on our benefits program for our first responders. We've…
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