Brigham City Council voted Jan. 18, 2026, to revise employee policy 9-7 to clarify bereavement leave for fire and EMS personnel whose shift schedules differ from standard municipal workweeks.

Fire and EMS staff work alternating multi-day shifts; staff and the fire chief told council the original bereavement language did not translate clearly for employees on 48/96 or similar rotations. Presenting the revision, the fire chief said the policy change ensures fire and EMS personnel receive the same bereavement benefits as other municipal employees.

Council member Jensen moved to approve the policy change and council member Hipp seconded; council approved the revision by voice vote. Staff credited Human Resources and the city attorney for drafting the clarified language and said the revision corrects an unintended omission rather than expanding benefits beyond existing practice.