Nitai Pandya

The board approved the Treasurer's report and payment of February invoices totaling $575,333.32. The agenda included a review of a draft Board of Trustees policy manual, discussion regarding the 2026 strategic planning process, and approval for the purchase of a new SCBA fit-test machine from OHD for $14,715.00. Additionally, reports were presented by the Chief, Deputy Chief, and Training division.

The board discussed key operational and financial matters including the review of the tax levy extension report, and the approval of a side letter agreement to amend wages for unionized employees. The agenda also featured the approval of annual wage adjustments for non-union personnel and the formal authorization of a three-year staffing and equipment contract with Metro Paramedics. Detailed reports were presented covering fire department operations, emergency response activities, training, and a review of significant incidents including a residential structure fire. Additionally, the board prepared for its strategic planning process.

The board approved the treasurer's report for the prior month and the payment of invoices for January. The board also discussed and acted upon a request for health insurance coverage under the Public Employees Benefits Act made by Lt. Jamie Kuebker, ultimately approving the request. Additionally, the board moved to a closed session to discuss personnel matters and review previous closed session minutes, subsequently voting on the release of specific closed session minutes from past meetings.

The meeting included the formal recognition of a Lieutenant for 30 years of service and the swearing-in of a new Firefighter/Paramedic. Key financial items involved the approval of the Treasurer's Report for December 2025 and the approval of invoices paid during December totaling $182,364.11. A discussion was held regarding a request for health insurance coverage under the Public Employees Benefits Act from an employee, with a special meeting scheduled for follow-up. Reports from the Chief, Deputy Chiefs, Fire Marshal, and Training department were presented.

The Greater Round Lake Board of Fire Commissioners held a Special Meeting. The available documents referenced include the agenda and the meeting minutes for the October 29, 2024 session. The meetings are typically held in the 2nd floor Conference Room at Station 1, located at 409 W. Nippersink Road, Round Lake, IL 60073.