Nicole Stewart

The board meeting included reports from the local union, the fire chief, board members, the CFO, and the attorney. Key presentations highlighted administration and workforce development initiatives, including performance management, benefits, training, and internship programs. A public hearing was conducted regarding a petition for inclusion for a local subdivision, which was subsequently approved. The board also passed resolutions for the purchase of real property and the adoption of an EMS/CRR community CPR program course fee schedule.

The Board reviewed PR committee information from chosen vendors regarding a potential election. The findings indicated a strong community position for pursuing additional funding, with a sales tax identified as the preferred option over a property tax. The Board discussed action items including the development of measured options and timelines, as well as specific vendor deliverables such as messaging alignment, stakeholder meetings, an interactive website, fact sheets, and presentation materials. Additionally, the Board scheduled the review and consideration of ballot information for a future meeting.

The board will review Public Relations committee information provided by Magellan Strategies.

The board addressed the request for benefits for a vested volunteer based on 10 years of continuous service. Representatives from First National Bank delivered a presentation on the financial outlook for the fourth quarter of 2025, which included a review of the Arvada Volunteer Pension Fund and the Fairmount Pension Fund, leading to the formal approval of the quarterly pension fund report.

The board discussed operational updates including the transition to the NEMSIS/NERIS system, deployment of new ventilator equipment, and updates on the whole blood program. The training division reported on new partnerships, while the finance and administration section reviewed the transition to a new banking institution, audit progress, and capital improvement planning. The board reviewed strategic plan updates, discussed potential land acquisitions, and addressed legal requirements including compliance with the State Wildfire Resiliency Code. Additionally, the board approved revisions to the 2026 Employee Handbook and tabled a public hearing regarding petitions for property inclusion.