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Council reappoints two to Rescue Squad Board; police and fire chiefs outline public-safety updates
Summary
The council reappointed Dr. Ed Richardson and Chris Wortz to the Rescue Squad Board, heard that the Criminal Investigations Division achieved an 89.2% case solve rate and received the Fire Department's 2026 training schedule including an Advanced EMT class with 12 spots.
Eufaula City Council reappointed two members to the Rescue Squad Board and received standard public-safety and parks updates at its Jan. 6 meeting.
On appointments, the council reappointed Dr. Ed Richardson and Chris Wortz to the Rescue Squad Board for three-year terms to expire Jan. 6, 2029. The motion was offered by Councilman Ben Garrison and seconded by President Pro Tem Otis Hill.
Police Chief Christ told the council the Criminal Investigations Division achieved an 89.2% case solve rate for the year. Fire Chief Feggins outlined the department's 2026 training calendar, saying 17 nationally certified courses are scheduled and that an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician class will run April through June with 12 available spots; the department will also continue to distribute free smoke detectors to the community.
Council members also heard Parks and Recreation updates: recreational basketball is underway, youth softball and baseball registration continues through Jan. 31, and the Souper Bowl Community Center event is set for Feb. 5, 2026. A study of trail bridge needs has begun to inform a future bid process; Councilman James Bailey requested a future work session to discuss long-term planning for the city.
What to watch next: the city said it will monitor the trail-bridge study and scheduling for training classes and community events.
