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Elko County Fire District brings on about 15 seasonal firefighters for summer wildland operations
Summary
Chief Peterson told the commission the district took in a first wave of seasonal hires this week and expects a second wave, reaching about 15 seasonal staff to support wildland firefighting in Elko County and neighboring areas.
Elko County Fire Protection District staff reported that the district has begun bringing on seasonal firefighters to support wildland operations this summer and expects a second wave of hires within about a week, reaching a total of about 15 seasonal employees.
Chief Peterson (Fire Chief, Elko County Fire Protection District) told the commission, "These are our seasonals that came on this week." He added, "It's our first wave. We'll have another one coming in about a week, and so we'll have a total of about 15 seasonals to support wildland fire operations, for Elko County and our surrounding neighbors and friends." Commissioner Bridal offered brief remarks thanking staff and wishing them a safe summer.
The meeting record does not specify funding sources for the seasonal hires, start dates beyond "this week," or employment terms. The hiring was presented as an informational staff update during the commissioners' comments section; there was no motion or formal vote recorded on the hiring at this meeting.
