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Fire chief asks supervisors for paramedics, deputy fire marshal and COLA amid rising calls
Summary
Fire & Rescue Chief presented increased demand data and requested seven full‑time positions (including four paramedics), recruit overhires, a deputy fire marshal and a COLA option (1.5–3%) to retain staff and meet growing call volume.
Chief Moody presented the Fire & Rescue Department’s FY27 staffing and compensation request after outlining rising service demand.
The chief said the department handled 4,389 calls in 2024, an increase from the prior year, and described a pattern of rising transports and nonresident calls. He asked the board to consider a cost‑of‑living adjustment in the 1.5–3 percent range and requested seven full‑time positions (including four paramedics, one deputy…
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