Richard Cassady

The board discussed the scheduling of the upcoming Lieutenant eligibility testing and provided direction to post the official notice for the assessment center.

The board meeting included the swearing-in of a new firefighter/paramedic. The Controller reviewed financial performance, noting ambulance income exceeding expectations and upcoming audit preparations. Discussion items included a transition to a new bank account, updates on EMS billing rates, facility repair projects including kitchen remodeling and concrete work, and vehicle maintenance status. The board adopted an ordinance amending the fire code and a resolution authorizing the surplus or donation of personal property. Additionally, the board approved a vendor for upcoming Lieutenant promotional exams and received a presentation of the annual report.

The board reviewed the controller's financial report, including an update on ambulance fee collections and investment status. The legal counsel provided an update on the proposed adoption of the 2021 Fire Code. Key announcements included the cancellation of the February fire commissioner meeting, potential plans for the Foreign Fire Insurance Board to purchase an ultrasonic cleaning device, and updates from the Northern Illinois Alliance of Fire Protection Districts conference. Operational updates were provided regarding apparatus repairs, facilities plumbing work, and the authorization to move forward with planning for a kitchen remodel project. A closed session was held to discuss employee, negotiation, and litigation matters.

Key discussions included the swearing-in of a new full-time Firefighter/Paramedic, Benedict Andreas, who started in December 2025. The Controller's Report for the fiscal year ending December 2025 was reviewed, highlighting expenses tracking at 62% of expected amounts and on-track investment performance. A motion was passed to accept the report and pay December's accounts payable and payroll totaling $463,782.60. Announcements covered the Fire Commissioners' next meeting regarding Lieutenant Testing, the Foreign Fire Insurance Board's approval of cancer screenings and education reimbursements, and the development of a Drone First Response pilot program by DuComm. Updates on apparatus noted all rigs are in service, but there is a severe plumbing issue at the facilities requiring repair when weather permits. New business included acknowledging the reappointment of Chief Cassady and Jeff Greeley to the Pension Board, reviewing and approving the destruction of audio tapes older than 18 months in accordance with the Open Meetings Act, and noting the 2026 NIAFPD Conference schedule.

The meeting included a review of the controller's report for the fiscal year ending May 2025, highlighting revenues, operating expenditures, and property taxes received. Updates were provided on apparatus, including details on damaged vehicles and upgrades to the new tender's specifications. The board discussed the need to replace furnaces and the upcoming purchase of a new marquee. The board also considered sponsoring the Glendale Heights Charity Golf Classic. The meeting went into closed session to discuss legal issues, including attorney report, and matters related to employees and potential litigation. No action was taken during the closed session.