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Department officials back Senate Bill 24-33 to rename positions in Fire and Emergency Medical Services
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Summary
Deputy Commissioner Steve Mescon and Juan Puwa submitted public comments supporting Senate Bill 24-33, which would rename and restructure certain positions in the Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services, arguing the changes would honor roles and improve morale and clarity.
Two officials from agencies tied to emergency services spoke during public comment to express support for Senate Bill 24-33, which would amend titles and the structure of positions within the Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services.
Deputy Commissioner Steve Mescon told the Senate that the Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services submitted communication in reference to SB 24-33 and urged the body to consider amendments to title and structure to reflect the department's operational needs. Mescon framed the proposal as a structural change that required legislative amendment to the relevant code sections.
Juan Puwa also submitted a written testimonial in full support of SB 24-33, saying renaming key positions would recognize the roles those positions play, improve public understanding of responsibilities, and foster greater pride and accountability that could improve morale and effectiveness in service delivery.
Both speakers urged the Senate to act on SB 24-33. The transcript records their requests and written submissions during the public comment period; no floor action on the bill is recorded in the session minutes provided.
The record identifies the referenced communication as Department communication number 24-10 and cites the Senate bill number 24-33 in connection with proposed amendments to title I, division 2, part 1, chapter 18, article 1 through 7 (as recited by Mescon).
