Hebgen Basin Fire District

The board meeting included a public comment regarding the passing of a former board member and the approval of claims and deposits. The Chief presented a report, and the board reviewed the current fiscal year budget. New business included the approval of a resolution to call for a trustee election and authorization to move a staff member to the full paramedic wage.

The board meeting included adjustments to the revenue numbers to reflect property tax income and the Town 1% increase. The reserve was decreased by $100,000.00, the ambulance fund was adjusted to cover the cost of re-chassis, and money from employee housing was redistributed to balance the budget. The board adopted resolution 2025-08-01 for 36.42 Mills for the 25/26 fiscal year. The board approved the VFIS accident and sickness policy and the re-chassis of ambulance 1313.

The meeting included a public comment period where Bo Lubke was congratulated on his promotion to Paramedic. The board discussed a public information campaign to educate residents about the Rural Resort Tax Resort Area, including the possibility of sending out mailers. The goal is to shift the tax burden from residents to tourists and involve businesses outside of town in contributing to the expenses associated with tourist visitation. The hospital district board offered assistance with the public information campaign.

The board approved claims and deposits and reviewed the Chief's report. New business included the approval of the hiring of interns and the filling of reserve positions. Additionally, the board held an executive session to discuss an interlocal agreement.

The board discussed and approved the hiring of Zach Fredach and Lucas Alcocer for Reserve/Intern Firefighter positions. The 2025-2026 budget was reviewed, noting an increase in the capital project fund for ambulance re-chassis and water tender replacement, as well as a change in the medical disposal waste company. The board also reviewed a wage comparison for the Assistant Chief and Chief positions, ultimately deciding to match the Chief compensation package to the Highlight Fire Chief rate. Additionally, the board approved the audit, findings, and statements for the fiscal years ending June 2023 and 2024.