Meeting Summary and Briefs: Beecher Fire Protection District for August 28, 2025
Beecher Fire Protection District Meeting | August 28, 2025
The Beecher Fire Protection District Board of Trustees took a significant step toward a potential renewable energy project on Thursday, August 28, 2025, by approving a letter of intent with a commercial solar developer. The board also approved a major change in its paramedic staffing contract and provided financial support to the local Emergency Management Agency. For more details on these topics, see our full articles.
In other business, the board approved new leadership roles, updated pay scales, and authorized equipment changes.
New EMS Leadership Appointed
The Fire District has new leadership in its Emergency Medical Services division. The board formally noted the appointment of Josh Daisy as the new EMS Coordinator and FF/Paramedic Rock as the Assistant EMS Coordinator. These positions are critical for overseeing the district’s medical training, protocols, and quality assurance.
District Establishes ‘7G’ Pay Scale
The board unanimously approved the establishment of a “7G pay scale.” The motion was made by Trustee B. Becker and seconded by Trustee D. Kolosh. Details of what the new pay scale entails for district employees were not discussed during the public session.
Fire Station to Get New LED Sign
Trustees authorized a proposal to replace the fire station’s existing sign with a new LED model. The motion, made by Trustee D. Kolosh and seconded by Trustee B. Becker, allows the district to move forward with the project to upgrade its public-facing communication equipment. No specific cost was mentioned in the meeting minutes.
Expired Firefighting Gear Declared Surplus
The board officially declared a collection of expired equipment as surplus. The items include turnout coats, pants, protective hoods, and structural firefighting boots. Declaring items surplus is a procedural step that allows the district to legally dispose of or sell equipment that is no longer in service due to age or wear.
Operating Guidelines Updated
The district updated several of its Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs) to ensure its procedures align with current best practices. The board unanimously approved new or revised SOGs related to hazardous materials cleanup, responses to fires in areas without hydrants, medication inventories, and the exchange and distribution of oxygen.
Legal and Pension Updates
Chief Falaschetti reported that the governor has signed legislation related to Tier II pensions, a significant update for public safety employees. The Pension Board also has three new hires.
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