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Board approves interim performance step for Fire Chief Matt Peterson
Summary
The board approved Chief Matt Peterson's interim performance review and recommended pay-step change from step 6 to step 7; commissioners praised his leadership and said the cost is budgeted in the 2026 operations budget.
The Elko County Board of Fire Commissioners reviewed and approved an interim performance evaluation for Fire Chief Matt Peterson. Peterson said the review had been scheduled earlier but delayed until January so he could be present; the board considered attached goals and accomplishments.
Peterson said the step change from step 6 to step 7 was budgeted and absorbed into the 2026 operations budget. Commissioners, including Delmo, praised Peterson's leadership and service during past fires, noting his presence and professionalism; a motion to approve the performance recommendation carried by voice vote.
Chair and commissioners recorded their support and the board documented that the cost of the step change was included in the next year's budget.
