web02.fireside.fm Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:13:37 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) SMFR Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Around The Kitchen Table Podcast” https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/tags/around%20the%20kitchen%20table%20podcast Thu, 18 Dec 2025 07:45:00 -0700 The South Metro Fire Rescue Podcast platform offers a new way to increase communication within our organization on a variety of topics related to current events, questions and announcements for SMFR employees. en-us episodic Connor Christian The South Metro Fire Rescue Podcast platform offers a new way to increase communication within our organization on a variety of topics related to current events, questions and announcements for SMFR employees. no Connor Christian connor.christian@southmetro.org 2026 Re-Accreditation Preparation https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/22 e414bd3f-b70d-48cb-89fd-6cea58ac98dd Thu, 18 Dec 2025 07:45:00 -0700 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian South Metro is actively preparing for re-accreditation in 2026, marking the next step in our ongoing commitment to excellence. Please join Chief DellOrfano, Kim McAndrews, and Scot Swindall as they discuss the what, how, and why of the accreditation process. 14:50 no South Metro is actively preparing for re-accreditation in 2026, marking the next step in our ongoing commitment to excellence. Every five years, our department participates in a rigorous and comprehensive accreditation cycle that evaluates every aspect of our organization. This involves everything from strategic planning and community risk reduction to operations, training, and performance outcomes. This process not only strengthens our internal systems and decision-making but also ensures we stay aligned with industry best practices and the evolving needs of the communities we serve. Please join Chief DellOrfano, Kim McAndrews, and Scot Swindall as they discuss the what, how, and why of the accreditation process. south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, fire service, south metro fire South Metro is actively preparing for re-accreditation in 2026, marking the next step in our ongoing commitment to excellence. Every five years, our department participates in a rigorous and comprehensive accreditation cycle that evaluates every aspect of our organization. This involves everything from strategic planning and community risk reduction to operations, training, and performance outcomes. This process not only strengthens our internal systems and decision-making but also ensures we stay aligned with industry best practices and the evolving needs of the communities we serve. Please join Chief DellOrfano, Kim McAndrews, and Scot Swindall as they discuss the what, how, and why of the accreditation process.

]]> South Metro is actively preparing for re-accreditation in 2026, marking the next step in our ongoing commitment to excellence. Every five years, our department participates in a rigorous and comprehensive accreditation cycle that evaluates every aspect of our organization. This involves everything from strategic planning and community risk reduction to operations, training, and performance outcomes. This process not only strengthens our internal systems and decision-making but also ensures we stay aligned with industry best practices and the evolving needs of the communities we serve. Please join Chief DellOrfano, Kim McAndrews, and Scot Swindall as they discuss the what, how, and why of the accreditation process.

]]> Updated Staffing and Trades Policy & Mandatory Overtime Policy https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/21 601d9f29-9cda-4059-a6a9-c029b3290056 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0700 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian In this episode, we’re diving into the newly updated mandatory overtime policy, which was developed over the past year through a collaborative effort between SMFR and Local 2086. 31:42 no Beginning January 1, 2026, a newly updated mandatory overtime policy will go into effect. This was developed over the past year through a collaborative effort between SMFR and Local 2086. The policy gives employees more control over their placement on the mandatory list, simplifies trade and overtime procedures, and clearly defines par numbers across all ranks. We’ll cover the reasons behind the change, the expected impact, and what’s ahead. Guests include Battalion Chief of Administration Mike Burke along with Captain Pierce Jacoway and Engineer Pete Scully from Local 2086. south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, fire service, south metro fire Beginning January 1, 2026, a newly updated mandatory overtime policy will go into effect. This was developed over the past year through a collaborative effort between SMFR and Local 2086. The policy gives employees more control over their placement on the mandatory list, simplifies trade and overtime procedures, and clearly defines par numbers across all ranks. We’ll cover the reasons behind the change, the expected impact, and what’s ahead. Guests include Battalion Chief of Administration Mike Burke along with Captain Pierce Jacoway and Engineer Pete Scully from Local 2086.

]]> Beginning January 1, 2026, a newly updated mandatory overtime policy will go into effect. This was developed over the past year through a collaborative effort between SMFR and Local 2086. The policy gives employees more control over their placement on the mandatory list, simplifies trade and overtime procedures, and clearly defines par numbers across all ranks. We’ll cover the reasons behind the change, the expected impact, and what’s ahead. Guests include Battalion Chief of Administration Mike Burke along with Captain Pierce Jacoway and Engineer Pete Scully from Local 2086.

]]> From NFIRS to NERIS Podcast: What You Need to Know https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/20 fb329b13-9a16-4a92-8ba7-0dd70968b439 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:00:00 -0700 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for important updates about the transition to NERIS (National Emergency Response Information System), which is the modern reporting platform replacing NFIRS. In this episode, we break down what NERIS is, why this matters, commonly asked questions, and how we are preparing for implementation. 28:03 no Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for important updates about the transition to NERIS (National Emergency Response Information System), which is the modern reporting platform replacing NFIRS. In this episode, we break down what NERIS is, why this matters, commonly asked questions, and how we are preparing for implementation. Stay ahead of the upcoming reporting changes and ensure a smooth transition from NFIRS to NERIS. Guests include Battalion Chief Nick Grosch, Strategic Services Manager Kim McAndrews, Community Risk Reduction Interim Manager Colleen Potton and Lieutenant Jeff Hulley. south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, fire service, south metro fire Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for important updates about the transition to NERIS (National Emergency Response Information System), which is the modern reporting platform replacing NFIRS. In this episode, we break down what NERIS is, why this matters, commonly asked questions, and how we are preparing for implementation. Stay ahead of the upcoming reporting changes and ensure a smooth transition from NFIRS to NERIS. Guests include Battalion Chief Nick Grosch, Strategic Services Manager Kim McAndrews, Community Risk Reduction Interim Manager Colleen Potton and Lieutenant Jeff Hulley.

]]> Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for important updates about the transition to NERIS (National Emergency Response Information System), which is the modern reporting platform replacing NFIRS. In this episode, we break down what NERIS is, why this matters, commonly asked questions, and how we are preparing for implementation. Stay ahead of the upcoming reporting changes and ensure a smooth transition from NFIRS to NERIS. Guests include Battalion Chief Nick Grosch, Strategic Services Manager Kim McAndrews, Community Risk Reduction Interim Manager Colleen Potton and Lieutenant Jeff Hulley.

]]> Fire Prevention Week 2025: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/19 57ab33b2-6abd-452a-8e6e-f10606047b79 Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian Check out this special edition SMFR Podcast about Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Safety! SMFR Captain & Hazmat Team Coordinator Chris Wells and Community Risk Reduction Specialist Brandi Miller discuss how Lithium-Ion Batteries (LiB) have become increasingly popular over the last decade due to their large amount of energy, small size, and convenient use in everyday items. 35:40 no Check out this special edition SMFR Podcast about Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Safety! SMFR Captain & Hazmat Team Coordinator Chris Wells and Community Risk Reduction Specialist Brandi Miller discuss how Lithium-Ion Batteries (LiB) have become increasingly popular over the last decade due to their large amount of energy, small size, and convenient use in everyday items. Unfortunately, fire and life safety education related to these batteries hasn’t kept up with their popularity until recently. Many consumers and first responders were faced with extreme health risks, injuries, and fatalities due to fires involving LiBs with a lack of information preparing them for how to navigate those challenges. From the first sign of a problem, you may have less than 1 minute to escape a LiB fire! Although the devices that contain these unique batteries improve our lives in many ways, it's important to know how we can prevent fires involving these popular batteries; and if a fire does occur, how we should respond to that emergency. Visit https://www.southmetrocrr.org/ to learn more! south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, fire service, south metro fire Check out this special edition SMFR Podcast about Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Safety! SMFR Captain & Hazmat Team Coordinator Chris Wells and Community Risk Reduction Specialist Brandi Miller discuss how Lithium-Ion Batteries (LiB) have become increasingly popular over the last decade due to their large amount of energy, small size, and convenient use in everyday items. Unfortunately, fire and life safety education related to these batteries hasn’t kept up with their popularity until recently. Many consumers and first responders were faced with extreme health risks, injuries, and fatalities due to fires involving LiBs with a lack of information preparing them for how to navigate those challenges. From the first sign of a problem, you may have less than 1 minute to escape a LiB fire! Although the devices that contain these unique batteries improve our lives in many ways, it's important to know how we can prevent fires involving these popular batteries; and if a fire does occur, how we should respond to that emergency. Visit https://www.southmetrocrr.org/ to learn more!

]]> Check out this special edition SMFR Podcast about Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Safety! SMFR Captain & Hazmat Team Coordinator Chris Wells and Community Risk Reduction Specialist Brandi Miller discuss how Lithium-Ion Batteries (LiB) have become increasingly popular over the last decade due to their large amount of energy, small size, and convenient use in everyday items. Unfortunately, fire and life safety education related to these batteries hasn’t kept up with their popularity until recently. Many consumers and first responders were faced with extreme health risks, injuries, and fatalities due to fires involving LiBs with a lack of information preparing them for how to navigate those challenges. From the first sign of a problem, you may have less than 1 minute to escape a LiB fire! Although the devices that contain these unique batteries improve our lives in many ways, it's important to know how we can prevent fires involving these popular batteries; and if a fire does occur, how we should respond to that emergency. Visit https://www.southmetrocrr.org/ to learn more!

]]> Fire Chief & Deputy Chiefs Updates - Sept. 2025 https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/18 39a36066-1e5c-4d2c-b550-8a377ed36c34 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 06:45:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for the latest updates directly from our Fire Chief and Deputy Chiefs. Hear from each leader in their respective roles as they share insights on their vision, key focus areas, and what’s ahead for the organization. 24:38 no Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for the latest updates directly from our Fire Chief and Deputy Chiefs. Hear from each leader in their respective roles as they share insights on their vision, key focus areas, and what’s ahead for the organization. In this episode, our guests include Fire Chief John Curtis, Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckmann, Deputy Chief of Internal Services Matt Weller, and Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew. Stay informed and get an inside look at the priorities and initiatives shaping South Metro Fire Rescue. south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, fire service, south metro fire Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for the latest updates directly from our Fire Chief and Deputy Chiefs. Hear from each leader in their respective roles as they share insights on their vision, key focus areas, and what’s ahead for the organization.

In this episode, our guests include Fire Chief John Curtis, Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckmann, Deputy Chief of Internal Services Matt Weller, and Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew. Stay informed and get an inside look at the priorities and initiatives shaping South Metro Fire Rescue.

]]> Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for the latest updates directly from our Fire Chief and Deputy Chiefs. Hear from each leader in their respective roles as they share insights on their vision, key focus areas, and what’s ahead for the organization.

In this episode, our guests include Fire Chief John Curtis, Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckmann, Deputy Chief of Internal Services Matt Weller, and Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew. Stay informed and get an inside look at the priorities and initiatives shaping South Metro Fire Rescue.

]]> Behavioral Health and Wellness Update Podcast https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/17 89845e16-dec9-4ed4-ad43-ea4b5d79c19d Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for the latest updates on Behavioral Health and Wellness at SMFR. Deputy Chief of Internal Services Matt Weller introduces our guiding principles and commitment to taking care of our people. You’ll also hear from Interim Health and Wellness Officer Dan Corley, who shares his background, vision, and reassurance that resources and support remain strong. 14:29 no Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for the latest updates on Behavioral Health and Wellness at SMFR. Deputy Chief of Internal Services Matt Weller introduces our guiding principles and commitment to taking care of our people. You’ll also hear from Interim Health and Wellness Officer Dan Corley, who shares his background, vision, and reassurance that resources and support remain strong. Guests include: Fire Chief John Curtis, Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckmann, Deputy Chief of Internal Services Matt Weller, Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew, and Interim Health and Wellness Officer Dan Corley. south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, fire service, south metro fire Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for the latest updates on Behavioral Health and Wellness at SMFR. Deputy Chief of Internal Services Matt Weller introduces our guiding principles and commitment to taking care of our people. You’ll also hear from Interim Health and Wellness Officer Dan Corley, who shares his background, vision, and reassurance that resources and support remain strong. Guests include: Fire Chief John Curtis, Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckmann, Deputy Chief of Internal Services Matt Weller, Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew, and Interim Health and Wellness Officer Dan Corley.

]]> Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for the latest updates on Behavioral Health and Wellness at SMFR. Deputy Chief of Internal Services Matt Weller introduces our guiding principles and commitment to taking care of our people. You’ll also hear from Interim Health and Wellness Officer Dan Corley, who shares his background, vision, and reassurance that resources and support remain strong. Guests include: Fire Chief John Curtis, Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckmann, Deputy Chief of Internal Services Matt Weller, Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew, and Interim Health and Wellness Officer Dan Corley.

]]> Where We're Headed: Financial Outlook and Community Engagement https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/16 f70ce449-0a41-4fe6-a62b-988c82a382fa Tue, 22 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian Watch or listen in to this special episode of South Metro's Podcast. Hosted by Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckman, this episode dives into crucial topics around the district’s service delivery, sustainability, and funding challenges. Guests include incoming Fire Chief John Curtis, Board Chair Jim Albee, and representatives from Public Alignment. 35:08 no Watch or listen in to this special episode of South Metro's Podcast. Hosted by Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckman, this episode dives into crucial topics around the district’s service delivery, sustainability, and funding challenges. With guests including incoming Fire Chief John Curtis, Board Chair Jim Albee, and representatives from Public Alignment, the conversation centers on upcoming financial pressures, the importance of community input, and the path forward to continue delivering world-class emergency services. This podcast episode also discusses findings from the recent community survey and outlines next steps, including public education efforts and stakeholder engagement. south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, fire service, south metro fire Watch or listen in to this special episode of South Metro's Podcast. Hosted by Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckman, this episode dives into crucial topics around the district’s service delivery, sustainability, and funding challenges. With guests including incoming Fire Chief John Curtis, Board Chair Jim Albee, and representatives from Public Alignment, the conversation centers on upcoming financial pressures, the importance of community input, and the path forward to continue delivering world-class emergency services. This podcast episode also discusses findings from the recent community survey and outlines next steps, including public education efforts and stakeholder engagement.

]]> Watch or listen in to this special episode of South Metro's Podcast. Hosted by Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckman, this episode dives into crucial topics around the district’s service delivery, sustainability, and funding challenges. With guests including incoming Fire Chief John Curtis, Board Chair Jim Albee, and representatives from Public Alignment, the conversation centers on upcoming financial pressures, the importance of community input, and the path forward to continue delivering world-class emergency services. This podcast episode also discusses findings from the recent community survey and outlines next steps, including public education efforts and stakeholder engagement.

]]> Introducing the New Fire Ground Operations Manual https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/15 4c0fac56-db80-439b-855f-8ea14e78871a Mon, 10 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian SMFR Division Chief of Operations Mike Mullane and Battalion Chief of Administration Mike Burke unveil the new Fire Ground Operations Manual, addressing past shortcomings and highlighting significant improvements. 9:45 no SMFR Division Chief of Operations Mike Mullane and Battalion Chief of Administration Mike Burke unveil the new Fire Ground Operations Manual, addressing past shortcomings and highlighting significant improvements. A SOG Working Group has unified various manuals into one comprehensive document. Key updates include order of arrival assignments and clearer building identification terminology. The manual is set to be released on March 15, 2025. south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, fire service, south metro fire SMFR Division Chief of Operations Mike Mullane and Battalion Chief of Administration Mike Burke unveil the new Fire Ground Operations Manual, addressing past shortcomings and highlighting significant improvements. A SOG Working Group has unified various manuals into one comprehensive document. Key updates include order of arrival assignments and clearer building identification terminology. The manual is set to be released on March 15, 2025.

]]> SMFR Division Chief of Operations Mike Mullane and Battalion Chief of Administration Mike Burke unveil the new Fire Ground Operations Manual, addressing past shortcomings and highlighting significant improvements. A SOG Working Group has unified various manuals into one comprehensive document. Key updates include order of arrival assignments and clearer building identification terminology. The manual is set to be released on March 15, 2025.

]]> EMS Rank Structure Reevaluation and Updates https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/14 dd869d7c-7c12-4de4-9eaf-f17768305a86 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 17:00:00 -0700 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for important updates on the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) rank structure, highlighting its evolution and the need for reevaluation due to growth and challenges. 16:55 no Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for important updates on the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) rank structure, highlighting its evolution and the need for reevaluation due to growth and challenges. Key topics include recruitment and retention, a reevaluation of the EMS Lieutenant job description and proposed operational changes to enhance efficiency. The importance of self-awareness during these changes is emphasized, along with a call for involvement in future steps. Guests include Emergency Services Deputy Chief John Curtis, Division Chief of EMS Jens Pietrzyk, Division Chief of Operations Chief Mike Mullane and EMS Lieutenant Dusty King. south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, fire service, south metro fire Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for important updates on the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) rank structure, highlighting its evolution and the need for reevaluation due to growth and challenges. Key topics include recruitment and retention, a reevaluation of the EMS Lieutenant job description and proposed operational changes to enhance efficiency. The importance of self-awareness during these changes is emphasized, along with a call for involvement in future steps.

Guests include Emergency Services Deputy Chief John Curtis, Division Chief of EMS Jens Pietrzyk, Division Chief of Operations Chief Mike Mullane and EMS Lieutenant Dusty King.

]]> Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for important updates on the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) rank structure, highlighting its evolution and the need for reevaluation due to growth and challenges. Key topics include recruitment and retention, a reevaluation of the EMS Lieutenant job description and proposed operational changes to enhance efficiency. The importance of self-awareness during these changes is emphasized, along with a call for involvement in future steps.

Guests include Emergency Services Deputy Chief John Curtis, Division Chief of EMS Jens Pietrzyk, Division Chief of Operations Chief Mike Mullane and EMS Lieutenant Dusty King.

]]> 2025 Budget Updates, Legislative Impacts and Long Term Planning https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/13 1120d0f3-f001-4515-adcd-4f07be2d558f Fri, 17 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0700 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for the latest updates on the 2025 budget approval along with important information about legislative impacts and long term budget planning. Podcast topics also include upcoming plans for community engagement through public opinion research and polling in the communities SMFR serves. 24:01 no Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for the latest updates on the 2025 budget approval along with important information about legislative impacts and long term budget planning. Podcast topics also include upcoming plans for community engagement through public opinion research and polling in the communities SMFR serves. Guests include Fire Chief Bob Baker, Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckmann and Chief Financial Officer Stephanie Corbo. south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, fire service, south metro fire Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for the latest updates on the 2025 budget approval along with important information about legislative impacts and long term budget planning. Podcast topics also include upcoming plans for community engagement through public opinion research and polling in the communities SMFR serves.

Guests include Fire Chief Bob Baker, Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckmann and Chief Financial Officer Stephanie Corbo.

]]> Watch or listen in on South Metro's Podcast for the latest updates on the 2025 budget approval along with important information about legislative impacts and long term budget planning. Podcast topics also include upcoming plans for community engagement through public opinion research and polling in the communities SMFR serves.

Guests include Fire Chief Bob Baker, Deputy Chief of Community Services Kristin Eckmann and Chief Financial Officer Stephanie Corbo.

]]> Division Chiefs Q&A October 2024 https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/12 24f7c219-e49f-425b-aa3d-012b6353d40d Thu, 17 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian Division Chiefs Richardson, Powell, Mullane and Pietrzyk answer questions that have come in and discuss their roles/share goals within their respective divisions of Line Support, HPO, Operations and EMS. This episode highlights training initiatives, including wellness programs and cognitive performance improvements. New EMS equipment has been implemented to enhance patient care. Staffing models and recruitment strategies are examined, alongside the EMS rank structure. 22:18 no Division Chiefs Richardson, Powell, Mullane and Pietrzyk answer questions that have come in and discuss their roles/share goals within their respective divisions of Line Support, HPO, Operations and EMS. This episode highlights training initiatives, including wellness programs and cognitive performance improvements. New EMS equipment has been implemented to enhance patient care. Staffing models and recruitment strategies are examined, alongside the EMS rank structure. Questions include: What are each of you focusing on in your respective divisions? Would South Metro consider a lateral academy process again? Is the EMS Rank Structure here to stay? Are there any changes being made? Why does the dive station staffing model not include a hard staffed 4 divers at each station? south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, fire service, south metro fire Division Chiefs Richardson, Powell, Mullane and Pietrzyk answer questions that have come in and discuss their roles/share goals within their respective divisions of Line Support, HPO, Operations and EMS. This episode highlights training initiatives, including wellness programs and cognitive performance improvements. New EMS equipment has been implemented to enhance patient care. Staffing models and recruitment strategies are examined, alongside the EMS rank structure.

Questions include:

  • What are each of you focusing on in your respective divisions?
  • Would South Metro consider a lateral academy process again?
  • Is the EMS Rank Structure here to stay? Are there any changes being made?
  • Why does the dive station staffing model not include a hard staffed 4 divers at each station?
]]> Division Chiefs Richardson, Powell, Mullane and Pietrzyk answer questions that have come in and discuss their roles/share goals within their respective divisions of Line Support, HPO, Operations and EMS. This episode highlights training initiatives, including wellness programs and cognitive performance improvements. New EMS equipment has been implemented to enhance patient care. Staffing models and recruitment strategies are examined, alongside the EMS rank structure.

Questions include:

  • What are each of you focusing on in your respective divisions?
  • Would South Metro consider a lateral academy process again?
  • Is the EMS Rank Structure here to stay? Are there any changes being made?
  • Why does the dive station staffing model not include a hard staffed 4 divers at each station?
]]> Recent Special Session, HB24B-1001 Legislation & Budget Impacts https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/10 4ba42fc5-5275-434d-b746-6fd0cf1daef5 Thu, 26 Sep 2024 17:00:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian South Metro Fire Rescue discusses the recent Special Session, House Bill 24B-1001 Legislation and its impacts on budget planning. Guests include Fire Chief Bob Baker, Chief Government Affairs Officer Mike Dell’Orfano, Lobbyist Camille Driver & Chief Financial Officer Stephanie Corbo. 12:16 no South Metro Fire Rescue discusses the recent Special Session, House Bill 24B-1001 Legislation and its impacts on budget planning. Guests include Fire Chief Bob Baker, Chief Government Affairs Officer Mike Dell’Orfano, Lobbyist Camille Driver & Chief Financial Officer Stephanie Corbo. Time codes: :04 Welcome and Introduction :37 Introduction to Lobbyist Camille Driver 1:45 Updates with the recent special session & legislation 3:54 What is HB24B-1001? What are its impacts? 4:55 Further look at Special Session 6:47 How is legislation impacting SMFR’s budget planning and revenue? 8:15 Future impacts to SMFR and personnel 9:20 Plans and strategy ahead for funding needs 9:45 Looking ahead to 2025 11:28 Conclusion and recap south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, fire service, south metro fire South Metro Fire Rescue discusses the recent Special Session, House Bill 24B-1001 Legislation and its impacts on budget planning. Guests include Fire Chief Bob Baker, Chief Government Affairs Officer Mike Dell’Orfano, Lobbyist Camille Driver & Chief Financial Officer Stephanie Corbo.

Time codes:

:04 Welcome and Introduction
:37 Introduction to Lobbyist Camille Driver
1:45 Updates with the recent special session & legislation
3:54 What is HB24B-1001? What are its impacts?
4:55 Further look at Special Session
6:47 How is legislation impacting SMFR’s budget planning and revenue?
8:15 Future impacts to SMFR and personnel
9:20 Plans and strategy ahead for funding needs
9:45 Looking ahead to 2025
11:28 Conclusion and recap

]]> South Metro Fire Rescue discusses the recent Special Session, House Bill 24B-1001 Legislation and its impacts on budget planning. Guests include Fire Chief Bob Baker, Chief Government Affairs Officer Mike Dell’Orfano, Lobbyist Camille Driver & Chief Financial Officer Stephanie Corbo.

Time codes:

:04 Welcome and Introduction
:37 Introduction to Lobbyist Camille Driver
1:45 Updates with the recent special session & legislation
3:54 What is HB24B-1001? What are its impacts?
4:55 Further look at Special Session
6:47 How is legislation impacting SMFR’s budget planning and revenue?
8:15 Future impacts to SMFR and personnel
9:20 Plans and strategy ahead for funding needs
9:45 Looking ahead to 2025
11:28 Conclusion and recap

]]> SMFR Finance and Budget Process https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/8 e7d3ab02-4e67-4b27-b927-ed6789f58ba9 Thu, 02 May 2024 12:00:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian In this episode, we dive into the budget process, including strategy, timeline, process and how the political landscape plays a role in the process. We discuss how we got to where we are today, and where we are going in the future. 30:16 no In this episode, we dive into the budget process, including strategy, timeline, process and how the political landscape plays a role in the process. We discuss how we got to where we are today, and where we are going in the future. Chief Kristin Eckmann hosts this podcast, with Deputy Chief Matt Weller and CFO Dillion Miskimins. Timecode 0:06 Chief Eckmann Introduction- Setting the stage 0:45 Chief Eckmann- Planning the 2024 budget brought a lot of variables 1:07 Dillon explains what the 2024 budget process entailed and how we got to where we are today 1:40 Political landscape and bills impact on budget process 2:05 Proposition HH 3:45 Timing and impact of legislation while budget planning 5:30 Different scenarios in budget process 6:35 How 2024 budget planning was different then years past 7:30 Adoption of 2024 budget and what it included 9:03 Initiatives that were priority- cardiac screenings, capital projects plan, 10:08 Capital projects plan including cardiac monitors, Station 15 rebuild, facility improvements, apparatus replacements 10:32 Chief Weller talks about why cardiac screenings became a priority and how SMFR has started that 12:35 Station visits and identifying capital improvements needed 15:48 Process and importance of backfill in the budget 20:25 Dillion explains process and timeline for 2025 budget 25:40 Long-term budget planning and management 29:30 Closing remarks south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, standard operating guidelines, fire service, south metro fire, fireground, finance, budget, stations, fire stations, cardic, 2024, 2025 In this episode, we dive into the budget process, including strategy, timeline, process and how the political landscape plays a role in the process. We discuss how we got to where we are today, and where we are going in the future. Chief Kristin Eckmann hosts this podcast, with Deputy Chief Matt Weller and CFO Dillion Miskimins.

Timecode
0:06 Chief Eckmann Introduction- Setting the stage
0:45 Chief Eckmann- Planning the 2024 budget brought a lot of variables
1:07 Dillon explains what the 2024 budget process entailed and how we got to where we are today
1:40 Political landscape and bills impact on budget process
2:05 Proposition HH
3:45 Timing and impact of legislation while budget planning
5:30 Different scenarios in budget process
6:35 How 2024 budget planning was different then years past
7:30 Adoption of 2024 budget and what it included
9:03 Initiatives that were priority- cardiac screenings, capital projects plan,
10:08 Capital projects plan including cardiac monitors, Station 15 rebuild, facility improvements, apparatus replacements
10:32 Chief Weller talks about why cardiac screenings became a priority and how SMFR has started that
12:35 Station visits and identifying capital improvements needed
15:48 Process and importance of backfill in the budget
20:25 Dillion explains process and timeline for 2025 budget
25:40 Long-term budget planning and management
29:30 Closing remarks

]]> In this episode, we dive into the budget process, including strategy, timeline, process and how the political landscape plays a role in the process. We discuss how we got to where we are today, and where we are going in the future. Chief Kristin Eckmann hosts this podcast, with Deputy Chief Matt Weller and CFO Dillion Miskimins.

Timecode
0:06 Chief Eckmann Introduction- Setting the stage
0:45 Chief Eckmann- Planning the 2024 budget brought a lot of variables
1:07 Dillon explains what the 2024 budget process entailed and how we got to where we are today
1:40 Political landscape and bills impact on budget process
2:05 Proposition HH
3:45 Timing and impact of legislation while budget planning
5:30 Different scenarios in budget process
6:35 How 2024 budget planning was different then years past
7:30 Adoption of 2024 budget and what it included
9:03 Initiatives that were priority- cardiac screenings, capital projects plan,
10:08 Capital projects plan including cardiac monitors, Station 15 rebuild, facility improvements, apparatus replacements
10:32 Chief Weller talks about why cardiac screenings became a priority and how SMFR has started that
12:35 Station visits and identifying capital improvements needed
15:48 Process and importance of backfill in the budget
20:25 Dillion explains process and timeline for 2025 budget
25:40 Long-term budget planning and management
29:30 Closing remarks

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