Meeting Calendar — Agenda

Friday, March 27, 2026Analysis complete

4 Topics in This Document

Deputy Chief Eligible Register Certification

Proposed Commission Meeting Agenda Updates and Meeting Procedures

New Commissioner Welcome

Richfield Fire Department Annual Update and Outlook

Full Extraction
Motion rejected 1-2
No action taken (Recommendation for future meeting)

Secretary Stratton stated the city needs to readdress the wording of the posting in the new posting and correct the qualification timeframe. Secretary Stratton acknowledged that time is of the essence.

Mary Stratton, SecretaryCERTIFY THE DEPUTY CHIEF ELIGIBLE REGISTER (December 16, 2025 Meeting)

Vice President Frechette stated that the firefighters need to have trust in the process.

James Frechette, Vice PresidentCERTIFY THE DEPUTY CHIEF ELIGIBLE REGISTER (December 16, 2025 Meeting)

One of the goals of the City Council has been to better leverage the power of residents serving on commissions to help improve city operations and build a thriving community.

Katie Rodriguez, City ManagerCommission Meeting Agenda Updates and Meeting Procedures (Proposed for March 27, 2026 Meeting)

The practice allows for more transparency for any interested stakeholders and residents ahead of the meeting.

Katie Rodriguez, City ManagerCommission Meeting Agenda Updates and Meeting Procedures (Proposed for March 27, 2026 Meeting)

Agenda and meeting processes that are rooted in best practices provide policymakers with comprehensive staff information and stakeholder feedback in a timely and efficient manner, resulting in informed decisions.

Katie Rodriguez, City ManagerCommission Meeting Agenda Updates and Meeting Procedures (Proposed for March 27, 2026 Meeting)