FY 2425 2526 Recommended Operating Budget

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FY 2022 - 23 and 2023 - 24 Accomplishments • Implemented a new paramedic onboarding process and provided 24/7 ambulance availability. • Installed Mobile Data Computers (MDC) and Automatic Vehicle Locator (AVL) technology in all fire apparatuses. • Deployed new self - contained breathing apparatuses. • Supported development and participated in full scale Emergency Operations Center drills simulating emergency events within the City. • Conducted 926 annual business fire inspections and collaborated with the Police Department to ensure that major community events adhered to all event guidelines. FY 2024 - 25 and 2025 - 26 Activity Goals • Complete the construction of Butterfield Fire Station and take delivery of new Fire Engine 59. • Add solar panels to both existing fire stations to reduce the Department's carbon footprint. • Identify training grounds for Morgan Hill Fire personnel. • Increase Community fire safe resiliency. Financial Comments On May 3, 2023, the City Council approved the extension of our cooperative agreement for five years through June 30, 2028. The current agreement allows Morgan Hill to effectively staff our new fire station set to open in late 2024. In addition, upon appropriation from the State, CAL FIRE will implement a transition from the current 72 hour workweek to a 66 - hour workweek in accordance with the collectively bargained start date of November 1, 2024.

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