HomeMy WebLinkAboutFire EMS 2021-11-09 MinutesCity of Tukwila
Future of Fire/EMS Services Community Advisory Committee
November 9, 2021
Virtual Meeting due to COVID-19 Emergency
4:00 p.m.
MINUTES
Present
Committee members: Ramona Grove, Jim Davis, Katrina Dohn, Jovita McConnell, Peggy McCarthy, Abdullahi
Shakul, Andy Reiswig, Dennis Robertson, Verna Seal, Sally Blake, Ben Oliver, Hien Kieu
Cityofficials, staff, & consultants: Allan Ekberg, Kate Kruller, David Cline, Laurel Humphrey, Norm Golden, Jay
Wittwer, VickyCarlsen, James Booth, Juan Padilla, Karen Reed, Bill Cushman
Welcome, Introductions, Review of Agenda
All attendees introduced themselves. Ms. Reed reviewed zoom meeting protocols and the meeting
agenda.
Comments from Mayor Ekberg and Council President Kruller
Mayor Ekberg and Council President Kruller each provided welcoming remarks.
Comm unity Advisory Committee Mission &Timeline
Ms. Reed provided an overview of the Committee's mission and timeline.
4. Committee Process
Committee members agreed that Tuesdays from 4-6 p.m. could beta rgeted for future meetings. Ms.
Reed reviewed the contents of the committee binder.
5. Review of draft Charter
The Committee discussed the Charter.
Review and Adoption of Ground Rules
The proposed Ground Rules were adopted by unanimous consent.
Introduction to City of Tukwila Government
Ms. Carlsen provided an overview of the City's General Fund and budgetary considerations.
Introduction to Tukwila Fire Department
Chief Wittwer, Deputy Chief Golden, and Captain Booth provided an overview of the Fire Department.
Information Requests:
• Provide number of calls by type (EMS vs Fire) per day, per station
• Provide data/outcomes from other cities thatjoined a regional effort
Union Comment
Captain Booth gave remarks.
10. Next Agenda/Adjourn
Ms. Reed reviewed the December 14, 2021 preiiminary meeting agenda.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:04 by unanimous consent.
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