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Council invokes PEPRA exception to appoint retired deputy fire chief on temporary basis

Redwood City City Council · January 26, 2026
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The council unanimously approved a resolution invoking a PEPRA exception to appoint retired deputy fire chief Gregory DeCunha as an extra-help deputy fire chief for up to six months to cover an extended leave; CalPERS hour caps apply and funding will come from vacancy savings.

The Redwood City Council voted Jan. 26 to adopt a resolution invoking the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) 180-day waiting-period exception and appoint retired annuitant Gregory DeCunha as an extra-help deputy fire chief.

Human Resources Director Michelle Kasayoshi told the council the exception…

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