Michigan City Fire Merit Commission August 3, 2026

The Michigan City Fire Merit Commission held a meeting on August 3, 2026, primarily discussing personnel matters and training programs. Key procurement-related decisions included approval to conduct an in-house fire academy training program for a newly hired firefighter, with certified instructors and state-approved curriculum, aiming to reduce costs and training delays associated with external academies. The commission also scheduled agility tests and candidate interviews for firefighter applicants on August 29, 2026. Additionally, there was discussion about ordinance compliance regarding age limits for eligibility lists, with updates to align with state regulations. No contract awards or vendor selections were reported during this meeting.