07/09/26 Fire Commission

The Town of Fairfield Connecticut Fire Commission held a meeting on July 9, 2026, focusing primarily on fire department operations, personnel updates, and budget matters. Key procurement-related discussions included ongoing collaboration with the purchasing department on large bids for fire apparatus repair and promotional examinations. The commission also discussed the approval of funding for station one bathroom upgrades and the upcoming presentation of a 10-year capital improvement plan to the Board of Finance, emphasizing the need for proactive facility maintenance to avoid escalating costs. Additionally, the commission addressed administrative staffing changes and the search for a replacement administrative assistant. Payroll issues related to firefighter step increases and overtime coding were extensively discussed, with efforts underway to resolve software integration problems between payroll systems. The meeting also covered personnel matters and pending litigation, with debate over whether certain discussions should occur in executive session or public session. A donation of $100 was accepted, and announcements were made regarding upcoming events and awards for local emergency services. No formal votes on procurement contracts were recorded, but budget allocations and capital project planning were key topics.