Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Michael Hushaw’s organization
Aug 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Central Fire District Board Of Directors Personnel Committee Personnel Committee Meeting
The Personnel Committee discussed the establishment of two new positions: a Community Risk Reduction Specialist and a Human Resources Manager. For the Community Risk Reduction Specialist, the committee reviewed the job description, proposed creation of the position, and discussed cost impacts, including offsetting expenses by reducing seasonal staffing. For the Human Resources Manager, the committee evaluated the proposed job description, reviewed succession planning needs due to the HR Director's future retirement, and considered the shift away from the previously approved HR Specialist position. The committee also engaged in discussions regarding IT services and potential shared services opportunities.
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Central Fire District Of Santa Cruz County Regular Meeting
The board meeting addressed several key agenda items, including presentations regarding an award for veteran support, the audit of financial statements for the fiscal year 2024-2025, and future station renderings. The board approved multiple items on the consent agenda, including various financial disbursements and labor-related agreements. New business items included the approval of a preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026-27, an amendment to a shared services agreement with the Scotts Valley Fire Protection District, the approval of a memorandum of understanding for Central Firefighters Local 3535, and the authorization to execute a joint powers agreement with neighboring fire districts. Additionally, the board approved an employment agreement for the EMS Chief and the purchase of a new fire engine.
Jun 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Central Fire District Finance Committee Finance Committee Meeting
The meeting included a review of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 audited financial statements, which highlighted a payroll internal control deficiency regarding the segregation of duties and the financial position of the District. Additionally, the Committee reviewed the draft Fiscal Year 2026-27 preliminary budget for submittal to the Board of Directors.
May 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Central Fire District of Santa Cruz County Board Meeting
The Board of Directors meeting addressed several key business items, including personnel matters such as badge presentations, the approval of a side letter to amend the Administrative Bargaining Group memorandum, a revision to the master salary schedule, and the establishment of a new human resources specialist position. The Board also reviewed the 2025 annual report, authorized the purchase of a new fire engine, discussed shared services and labor negotiations, and reviewed written correspondence regarding incident responses and local radio projects.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
