Ned Vander Pol

The agenda for the meeting included several key items for discussion and potential action. The consent agenda covered the approval of the November 2025 Financial Statements and December claims/payroll for various funds, alongside recommendations from the November EMS Committee Account. Information items involved committee reports from Planning, Personnel, and Finance Committees. Staff business included reports from the Fire Chief, Operations, HR, Fire Prevention, Finance, and Legal Counsel. New business focused on discussing an Interlocal Agreement (ILA) for a Paramedic School with Whatcom, a resolution for a 2026 Budget Amendment, matters concerning HR Director leave and a Mechanic Job Description change, and an agreement with Life Scan. The meeting also included an Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations and review the performance of a public employee.