05/14/26 Fire Commission

The Town of Fairfield Connecticut Fire Commission held a meeting on May 14, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. The Fire Chief reported on the third-quarter budget, noting completion with some minor adjustments and mentioned new state programs potentially benefiting firefighters, including tuition waivers, mortgage assistance, and grant opportunities through the newly created Connecticut Fire service. The commission also discussed fire marshal fee structures, highlighting concerns about unbudgeted fee increases for larger complexes and the need for additional fire marshal personnel to support revenue generation and workload. A motion was made to invite Human Resources to a future meeting to address ongoing personnel and investigation issues involving a firefighter, including concerns about a private investigator hired by the town. The commission approved a two-year contract extension for Fire Chief Kieran Dunn. Additionally, the commission established a new firefighter eligibility list effective May 15, 2026, and accepted a $100 donation. No new capital projects or major contract awards were reported during this meeting.