Jonas Aguiar

The agenda for this meeting was centered on a closed session held to discuss personnel matters specifically regarding the Fire Chief position.

The key discussions and actions for this meeting centered around the Consent Calendar, which included approving a substantial demand register totaling over $18 million for the period of June 7, 2025, through August 20, 2025, approving salary and retirement contributions for June and July 2025, and approving various amendments and agreements. Specifically approved actions involved the First Amendment to Agreements with Xylo Risk, Inc. (dba XyloPlan) for fuels mitigation support and RNA Sports LLC for Functional Fitness Program services, approval of the Animal Services Dispatcher I/II Job Description, and adopting a resolution for participation in the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Account Act for public works contracting. Other approvals included the repainting of Fire Station 38, the purchase of turbo draft eductors and thermal imaging cameras. Action items included opening a public hearing for the annual CPI Adjustment to Services and Fees, an update from the Facilities Subcommittee, approval of a contract with BurnBot, Inc. for wildfire mitigation work, and approval of the Part-Time Single Role Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B) Job Description. The Board also held a Closed Session to discuss anticipated litigation (five potential cases) and real property negotiations for two distinct properties on San Ramon Valley Boulevard.

The board meeting included the introduction and administration of oaths of office to new members and the new District Clerk, along with the recognition of the Firefighter and Employee of the Year. The Board adopted an ordinance updating purchasing and contracting procedures, approved a resolution to refinance Certificates of Participation for facility improvements, and authorized a contract for human resources management services. Additionally, the Board reviewed departmental reports covering operations, EMS, fire prevention, and administrative services, and held nominations for 2015 leadership positions.

The board meeting included consent items such as the approval of demand registers, payroll, retirement contributions, and the replacement of fire hydrants, alongside personnel actions including merit increases and new hires. The agenda featured recognition of the Firefighter and Employee of the Year, as well as an update on the Hemme Station Park project. Business items included an underground tank assessment contract, the presentation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, authorization for a lease/purchase agreement with Bank of America, and a resolution regarding overtime for public safety dispatchers. Additionally, monthly reports were provided by the various district divisions, and nominations for the 2018 Board President and Vice-President were conducted.

The agenda for this meeting includes a closed session dedicated to discussing the status of labor negotiations between the District and the San Ramon Valley Firefighters Association.