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BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEMENT

Item No. 5.A.
For Meeting of: JuneĀ 6, 2023

ITEM TITLE:Discussion regarding a Feasibility Study concerning the formation of a Regional Fire Authority
SUBMITTED BY:Aaron Markham, Fire Chief
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
At the Council Study Session on May 23, 2023, Council directed staff to add a discussion on proceeding with a Regional Fire Authority Study to the next business meeting agenda. Chief Markham will present next steps. 
ITEM BUDGETED:No
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:Public Safety
APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY THE CITY MANAGER
RECOMMENDATION:
Direct Staff to move forward with hiring a consultant to conduct a feasibility study concerning the formation of a Regional Fire Authority and begin to meet with other respective agencies to determine the regional interest in participating in a Regional Fire Authority.
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Memo5/31/2023Cover Memo