Create new Deputy Fire Marshal position with salary of $13,275-$14,636 per month
In Plain English
The city plans to add a new Deputy Fire Marshal classification to its workforce. The position pays between $13,275 and $14,636 per month. If approved, the fire department gains additional management capacity for inspections and code enforcement.
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Votes
Said ordinance received first reading and was laid over for one week for second reading
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance creating a new Deputy Fire Marshal position with a salary range of $13,275 to $14,636 per month. This new role would strengthen the fire department's ability to conduct building inspections and enforce fire safety codes throughout the city. The ordinance will return for a required second reading next week before final approval. This follows the council's typical pattern of strong support for personnel matters.
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