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Strasburg council approves emergency resolution to hire firefighter
Summary
The Strasburg Village Council voted May 5 to approve Resolution 2026-16 as an emergency measure to hire a firefighter immediately. The approval followed fire‑department staffing updates, including a recent resignation and a separate contract approval for Stryker equipment.
The Strasburg Village Council voted May 5 to approve Resolution 2026-16 as an emergency resolution to hire a firefighter, making the hire effective immediately. Jeff Smith moved to suspend the three‑reading rule and to adopt the resolution; both motions were seconded by Wes Hostetler and carried on unanimous roll calls.
The emergency hiring followed a report from Fire Chief Jason Ely that the department has experienced recent personnel turnover, including the resignation of Tim Hawkins effective April 22, 2026. Ely also told the council the department is reviewing its roster and contacting members who have not been active to determine their availability.
The council’s action places the new hire on an accelerated timeline compared with normal ordinance readings. No candidate name or salary details were included in the meeting record. The council provided no separate vote record tied to a candidate; the resolution was approved by roll call and “shall take effect immediately,” per the minutes.
The meeting record shows the approval occurred alongside other fire‑department business, including passage of a three‑year equipment contract and an announcement that Dr. Max Hensel (Union Hospital) will serve as the new Medical Control Doctor for the department.
The council adjourned at 7:14 p.m.
