Scott Barthelmass

The board meeting agenda includes several presentation items, such as a retirement ceremony for a Battalion Chief, a pinning ceremony for a Battalion Chief, and a shield presentation for a Firefighter/Paramedic. Additional business covers pension board matters, communications, public comments, and shop steward's remarks. Financial matters will be addressed under the budget section, followed by old business regarding landing planning services, and new business involving Alliance Credit Union and credit card rewards. The board will also convene for a closed session to discuss legal actions, personnel matters, and potential contract negotiations.

This document, the Community Risk Assessment/Standards of Cover, serves as a comprehensive, data-driven strategic plan for the Eureka Fire Protection District. It is designed to identify, assess, and analyze community risks to enhance emergency preparedness, optimize resource allocation, and improve overall service delivery. The plan is structured around six major categories: community description, current services/resources, hazards and risks, system performance measurement, delivery system evaluation, and performance maintenance and improvement. The overarching goal is to achieve an elevated level of professionalism and provide a higher standard of service to the community.

This community-driven strategic plan for the Eureka Fire Protection District (EFPD) was developed in collaboration with the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) to enhance the agency's efficiency and effectiveness. The plan focuses on five strategic initiatives: Personnel, Operational Assets, Internal Communication, Funding, and Accreditation. It aims to improve service delivery to the growing community, cultivate a highly motivated workforce, optimize operational resources, strengthen internal communication, ensure financial sustainability, and achieve international accreditation, with the ultimate vision of becoming a destination district for top-tier personnel.

The meeting included a Fire Fighter Oath and Pinning Ceremony for a new employee. The Treasurer's Report was reviewed and adopted, including the payment of bills. An update on the CPSE Program was presented, along with a follow-up report on the Safe Haven Baby Box, detailing ongoing efforts to secure funding. The Board approved a MODOT grant application for traffic safety and the addition of several candidates to the District's Junior Firefighter program. The meeting also covered a discussion regarding moving the June 11, 2024, board meeting to June 18, 2024, and moving the June 25, 2024 meeting to June 26, 2024.

The meeting included a pinning ceremony for a new firefighter and a helmet shield presentation for a firefighter completing probation. The Pension Committee recommended shifting the pension plan's investment, which was approved. The annual Eureka Days Parade was discussed. The Treasurer's Report was approved, and a proposal to start paying standard monthly disbursements electronically was also approved. A draft 2025 Budget was reviewed and approved, and a Public Hearing for Tax Rates was held with no public comments. The 2024 Tax Levy Resolution and Pro Forma was approved and accepted. An update on the Safe Haven Baby Box was provided. The board then moved to a closed session for discussions on legal actions, personnel matters, and negotiations with employee groups.