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SFFD names recruitment coordinator, details academy pipeline and outlines 150th anniversary plans
Summary
Chiefs announced Keith Baraka as recruitment coordinator, updates on academy classes and promotions, and a schedule of events and funding tied to the department's 150th anniversary; the department reported about $450,000 raised in private donations and a bond allocation that includes $44M for an EMS deployment facility.
Chief Ace White and staff updated the Fire Commission on department operations, staffing and upcoming events. The department introduced Keith Baraka as the new recruitment coordinator; Baraka said the recruiting committee will run career information sessions, target diverse applicant pools and coordinate outreach with employee groups and community partners.
Chiefs reported the 119th academy was in session with roughly 53–54 members and that the department is planning promotional and bump‑up academies for paramedic upgrades. The FY16 bond proposal was noted: $350 million in total, with $58 million earmarked for the Fire Department and $44 million specifically for an EMS deployment facility to be sited behind Station 9.
The department previewed the citywide 150th anniversary schedule (April–December) and a naming contest for a new fireboat due to arrive May 31. Chief White said the department has raised about $450,000 in private donations to support anniversary events.
Commissioners asked about outreach timelines and data for recruitment initiatives; staff said information will be added to the department website and that they will circulate schedules ahead of major events. The Commission also discussed further reports on academies and recruitment progress.
