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Fire chief cites high EMS activity; police note rise in fraud targeting elderly
Summary
Fire Chief Greg Brett reported high EMS activity and new hybrid watercraft for river rescues; the Police Department (listed as Kevin Digou, Police Chief) reported a promotion and an increase in fraud cases targeting elderly residents.
Fire Chief Greg Brett told the council that EMS activity has been high recently and thanked the council for approving a new hybrid watercraft intended to improve river-rescue capabilities. He said coordination with neighboring jurisdictions is expected for water-rescue operations.
The minutes list the Police Department report under "Kevin Digou, Police Chief," noting the promotion of Lt. Stein to captain and that the department had observed an increase in fraud cases targeting elderly residents. The minutes also record routine Public Works and Parks maintenance updates, including ongoing heavy illegal dumping and facility improvements.
Council members thanked public-safety staff for the boat and noted the value of proactive equipment investments for emergency response.
