Regular Fire Board Meeting - February 24, 2021

3/24/2021

Financial Plan

 Obtaining adequate and reliable fire apparatus and rescue/medical transport units.

 #1 – Repair expenses will drastically reduce repairs cost and can be directed into maintained of the apparatuses and rescue/medical transport units.  $50,000 to repair one 2002 Fire apparatus unit can be utilized to maintain six fire apparatus rigs for a budgeting year.  #2 – The district will continue to secure external revenues through grants and potential expansion of district.  #3 – The district will continue to reach out to Arizona Legislators and County Officials to provide necessary allocations.  #4 – The district will comply with all Navajo Nation regulations set forth by the Controllers Office and DCD.

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Navajo Nation Legislative Branch Internet Public Review Summary

 “As a NM Paramedic, having the Ganado Fire District as an EMS Partner is vital. GFD is capable of responding to 911 calls and fire calls.”  “On January 05, 2021, a Nazlini Community constituent was on the way to work when they struck a deer. The vehicle’s On-Star system automatically dialed 911 and Ganado Fire Department was the first to arrive on scene…Ganado Fire Department visits local schools to provide students and staff with education on fire safety and prevention.”  “We depend on our emergency first responders to assist, especially because our community will be receiving a new hospital and patients (will need) new dependable emergency transport.”  “I’ve seen their hard work and their dedication to serving our local communities, whether it’s a medical call, structure fire call or a search and rescue. Not only do they come as needed, but they also have the compassion for others. When there is a person who needs something as simple as a lock out of their vehicle or maybe someone who needs a pep talk to overcome their problem; they are there.”  “GFD strives to improve all services to the public and constantly takes suggestions from the community to strengthen weakness and perfect strengths of duties and responsibilities. “  19 Supportive Internet Public Review Summary in support and in favor of Legislation No. 0023-21.

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