Richard J. Huebner

The board reviewed financial reports, including fund balances and expense vouchers, with a potential need for a funds transfer from the investment pool. Updates were provided on ongoing facility projects, including generator installations and electrical/remodeling work at stations 24 and 26, as well as asphalt projects. Discussions included the joint agreement and department future, a correction to the joint budget formula, ongoing CBA negotiations, and regional fire and safety concerns. The board also coordinated future hosting duties for the Fire Commissioners Association meeting.

The commission reviewed and approved a request to exclude the Police Clerk position from Civil Service classification, in accordance with state law. The decision will now proceed to the City Council for an ordinance vote. Additionally, the commission received an introduction of the new City Administrator.

The Civil Service Commission meeting included discussion and consideration of proposed amendments to Rule III, Section 7, specifically regarding lateral entry for police officers. These updates aim to align with Washington State standards and broaden eligibility to include out-of-state police officers. The proposed changes involve requirements related to certification, probationary periods, time out of law enforcement, and minimum months of service as a commissioned police officer.

The meeting covered financial reports, including deposits, fund balances, and expense vouchers. Discussions were held regarding the generator installation at Stations 24 and 26, a joint agreement draft, and the annual drill incentive. The budget review included potential changes based on a city council decision on a utility tax increase, the addition of career firefighters, a new tender, a command truck, and proposed changes to volunteer stipends. Other topics included a FEMA grant update, a new firefighter position, policy revisions, secretary pay, and obtaining a district credit card.

The proposed budget changes for the City of Selah include adjustments to various revenue and expenditure categories within the General Fund. Revenue changes include adjustments to taxes, licenses and permits, intergovernmental revenues, charges for goods and services, fines and penalties, interest and other earnings, non-revenues, and interfund transfers. Expenditure changes are proposed for legislative, judicial, executive, financial, recording & elections, legal services, centralized services, law enforcement, and detention/correction departments.