Agenda Item Title:
Title
Mayor Zoltanski requesting the City Council's consent to the appointment of Jeffrey Bassett as Fire Chief.
Body
Description/Background:
The current Fire Chief, Bruce Cline, is retiring in December. A national search was conducted for his replacement and Jeffrey Bassett was chosen. His appointment at this time will allow for a training and on boarding over the next few weeks.
On December 12, 2017 the City Council approved a process when considering its advice and consent for mayoral appointments. The process includes:
1. A background check - The Human Resources Director has confirmed the completion of the background check which included a criminal history inquiry, a court record inquiry, verification of college transcripts, and a social media inquiry.
2. A current resume - This has been provided to the council members.
3. A formal interview - Conducted on November 8, 2022.
4. A possible closed session, as permitted by state law, to consider the character, competency, physical, or mental health of an individual - The Council may convene in closed session this evening.
5. Consideration of a consent resolution - Resolution 22-52C consenting to the appointment of Jeffrey Bassett as Fire Chief is being considered this evening.
Further action to be taken:
The council may choose to close the meeting this evening in to discuss the character, competency, physical or mental health of an individual. Administration will complete the hiring paperwork should the City Council consent to the appointment.
Recommended Action:
Recommendation
Motion to adopt Resolution 22-52C.