Michael J. Choate

The board meeting agenda included several operational and administrative items. Key topics of discussion involved the review of financial reports including the General Fund and Impact Fee Fund, approval of budgeted purchases specifically related to the Impact Fee Fund, and review of inspection and plan review reports. Additionally, the agenda covered internal reports from the Deputy Chief and Fire Chief, alongside recognition of awards and employee-related matters.

The meeting agenda includes a financial report from the Deputy Director, review of budgeted purchases, and updates on the developer's agreement with Collier Enterprises. Awards and recognitions will be presented to firefighting personnel. The board will consider the acceptance of the annual audit, approval of a revised job description for the Chief Financial Officer, and a request to expedite filling the Executive Assistant position. Additionally, the agenda covers an increase in part-time hours for the Chief of Staff, the adoption of new policies created by Lexipol, and a discussion regarding the potential cancellation of a future board meeting.

Key discussion topics included the approval of the agenda and various consent items such as Deputy Director West's financial reports, budget reports, and deletion of surplus fixed assets. Old Business covered updates on the purchase of property for Replacement Station 31 and an update on the Developer's Agreement with Collier Enterprises. New Business involved the potential extension of the audit engagement with HSC/Tuscan & Company, PA, approval of a $6.5 Million Grant Agreement with the State of Florida Department of Financial Services for Station 31 replacement, and approval of District Policy regarding the Authority to Execute Contracts via Resolution 2026-002. A request was also added to reschedule the March 19, 2026 Board Meeting.

The meeting included an oath of office for newly hired firefighters, internal discussion among board members followed by election of officers, and public comment. The agenda also covered approval to reimburse a portion of Commissioner Brister's health insurance, approval of revised District Policy 1061 regarding hours of work and overtime, and approval of engagement of Florida Environmental, Fire and Government Law, PA. The meeting also included District Manager and Commissioners comments, and general public comment.

This document outlines the Immokalee Fire Control District's performance goals and objectives for Fiscal Year 2022. The plan focuses on protecting life and property by providing public safety services, including fire suppression, prevention, education, emergency medical services, and hazardous incident mitigation. Strategic pillars encompass enhancing operational effectiveness and efficiency across Administration, Finance, Human Resources, Growth Management, Operations, Professional Development/Training, Fire and Life Safety, Support Services, Information Technologies, Emergency Management, and Grants Management, aiming for high-level service delivery and community responsiveness.