Fire chief outlines CIP needs; raises station and responder-housing goals, training priorities

Fire Chief Robrahn reviewed the Fire Department's budget requests and highlighted short-, mid- and long-term goals. He emphasized training and education, interoperability exercises with the Police Department, and retention efforts for paid-on-call staff. The chief identified a potential long-term need for a new fire station and emergency responder housing as staffing and operational goals.

The council asked clarifying questions about pay structure and retention; Chief Robrahn described a desire for a common pay structure for paid-on-call personnel and stressed the importance of ongoing training and readiness. These items were presented for CIP consideration and budget planning rather than immediate action.