Mason County Fire District No. 12 Commission June 17, 2026

The Mason County Fire District No. 12 Commission held a meeting on June 17, 2026, where they approved minutes from the previous meeting and vouchers totaling $43,414.24, which included expenses related to the acquisition of a new brush truck. The commission discussed recent apparatus acquisitions, including a new structure engine and a tender funded by a DNR grant, highlighting the financial benefit of grant funding to avoid borrowing or using reserves. They also noted a transfer of $50,000 to the district's reserve account, emphasizing fiscal prudence. Additionally, the board addressed community concerns about potential EMS invoicing, clarified that residents would not be directly invoiced, and discussed ongoing legal matters related to fraud cases. Training and educational initiatives for commissioners were proposed to improve governance. The meeting included recognition of volunteer EMT achievements and announcements of upcoming community events. A motion was passed to discontinue routine Mason Web TV recordings due to declining viewership, with the option to reconsider if community interest resurges.