Fire Commission 10-20-2026

The City of Norwalk Fire Commission met on October 20, 2026. The prior chief reported first-quarter FY2027 spending of approximately $6.18 million (25.63% of the annual budget), about $150,000 above straight-line projections, largely due to the timing of annual expenses. Salaries were approximately $495,000 below projection, while overtime was about $23,000 above, reflecting seasonal demand and injury-related staffing needs. The chief said the department would continue monitoring expenditures. No contract awards, bid approvals, or new spending votes were reported.

Staff provided updates on station and apparatus-facility improvements, including mechanics-bay reorganization and repairs under the buildings improvement plan. A policy-management software program previously approved is undergoing legal review, and an SCBA compressor has been ordered; no cost or vendor was stated. The department also reported rising call volume, training activities, and operational readiness work. Commissioners moved to accept the prior meeting’s minutes, and the meeting adjourned; no procurement-related motion was recorded.