The Board discussed various operational and administrative matters. Key topics included a review of August disbursements and an update on call volumes and wildfire incident responses. A detailed report was provided on the ongoing firefighter cancer screening initiative and its funding status. The Board received updates regarding recent promotions, challenges with paramedic staffing and the response model, and reviewed a new safety video concerning e-bike and e-scooter usage. Additionally, the Board recognized the agency for receiving the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award.
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Unified Fire Authority Board Meeting Minutes And Agenda
The board and its finance committee held extensive reviews of the proposed fiscal year budget, specifically discussing the Fire Training Center project, bond financing, and member fee structures. Operational reports provided updates on the Low Acuity Unit pilot program, wildland response capabilities, and firework restriction maps. Discussions also addressed the potential withdrawal of a member entity from the Unified Fire Service Area, updates to interlocal agreements, and ongoing technology modernization efforts. Financial oversight included the quarterly financial report and the annual fraud risk assessment. Additionally, the board reviewed the status of organizational divisions including emergency operations, special operations, and training.
May 14, 2026·Board meeting
Unified Fire Authority Board Finance Committee Finance Committee Minutes
The Finance Committee conducted a review of the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, which included detailed presentations from various divisions. Key discussions focused on long-term financial sustainability and bond financing for a proposed Fire Training Center, emergency transport revenue and collection trends, and staffing requirements. The committee evaluated departmental budgets, including emergency operations, special operations, wildland firefighting, logistics, and human resources. The committee also discussed the Capital Replacement Fund, technology modernization efforts, and administrative updates before ultimately recommending the proposed budget to the full Board of Directors for consideration.
