Dennis Reilly

The meeting included discussion of the Treasurer's Report, which detailed the current financial status, including checking account balances, impact fee account, reserve fund account, income, and expenses. The Chief's Report highlighted the high call volume, significant fires, and the possibility of an appropriations grant for the station in Whispering Pines. The board considered ordering a new engine from Sutphen. There was also discussion regarding the lack of a CO at Station 44 and the transition from NFIRS to NERIS. The board approved an addendum to the contract with the District Attorney, which included an increase in hourly rates.

The meeting included a review of the treasurer's report, which detailed the balances in various accounts and the income and expenses to date. The Chief's report mentioned that runs have slowed and site preparation for Station 44 is complete, with the metal building expected to be delivered soon. A new pension trustee was approved for the HNFD Firefighters' Pension Board. The board members were reminded about the ethics training requirement per Florida Statute, which needs to be completed by the end of the year.

The meeting included a review of the treasurer's report for January 2025, which detailed the balances in various accounts and the income and expenses to date. The Chief's report highlighted that the department was four calls away from reaching 4000 calls in 2024 and mentioned the department's response to several structure fires during a recent heavy snowfall. Commissioners commended the crews for their handling of the fires during the snowfall and noted the professionalism of the radio traffic. There was also an introduction of a new commissioner.

The meeting included the presentation of Civilian Lifesaving Certificates to civilians who assisted in a rescue. Christopher Tingle was sworn into office. The Treasurer's Report for October 2024 was reviewed and accepted. The board discussed ethics training requirements for elected/appointed officials and decided to cancel the December meeting.

The meeting included the election of officers, a review of the treasurer's report, and discussions on new business. WhartonSmith is planning to host a luncheon at Station 44. There were discussions about budget changes due to lack of funding, and the need to appoint a new trustee to the Pension Board following Tomell Johnson's resignation.