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Clyde Park council to seek talks with rural fire board after chief's resignation
Summary
After the resignation of the town's fire chief, the Clyde Park council approved initiating discussions with the Clyde Park Rural Fire Department board about consolidation and asked the mayor to consult the town attorney about public-meeting requirements.
Meeting minutes record that the town's volunteer fire chief has resigned and that the council discussed options for the future of local fire protection, including disbanding the town's department, contracting services, continuing local fundraising, or consolidating with the Clyde Park Rural Fire Department.
The council voted to pursue a meeting with the Rural Fire Department's board to explore consolidation. Mayor Sydney Wiley said she will contact Attorney Jon Hess to determine whether a public meeting is required before deciding which option to pursue. Council member Brian Eckenrod moved to arrange discussions with the Clyde Park Rural Fire Department board and Council member Teresa Saari seconded; the motion was approved and passed.
The minutes note that, as a town of about 300 people, Clyde Park is not required to maintain its own fire department; the council will pursue options and return with any recommended next steps after legal and interagency discussions.
