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Appointment to Fire Retirement Systems Board

Original title: NOMINATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE FIRE RETIREMENT SYSTEMS BOARD. BASED ON THE ROTATION SYSTEM, THE APPOINTMENT FOR ONE (1) REGULAR MEMBER TO SERVE AN UNEXPIRED TERM ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2028, WILL BE MADE BY COMMISSIONER MARKERT (SEAT#1).

Record date · February 3, 2026

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What This Bill Does

Commissioner Markert is nominating a new member to fill an on the Fire Retirement Systems Board of Trustees. The appointment is part of a scheduled for the board.

Why it matters

This appointment determines who will oversee the management and administration of retirement benefits for local fire department personnel through October 31, 2028.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Fire Department Employees

The board manages the retirement benefits and pension systems that affect these employees.

Directly affected

Commissioner Markert

The Commissioner is responsible for selecting the individual to fill the vacant seat.

Key Facts

  • Commissioner Markert is authorized to appoint one regular member to the Fire Retirement Systems Board.
  • The appointment is for Seat #1.
  • The term being filled is an unexpired term ending on October 31, 2028.
  • The appointment process follows a pre-established rotation system.
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  • The item is filed under number 26-0063 and is currently marked as 'Agenda Ready'.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Fire Retirement Systems Board do?
The board is responsible for the oversight and administration of the retirement systems for fire department employees.
How long will the new appointee serve?
The appointee will serve the remainder of the current term, which expires on October 31, 2028.

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Standardized Rotation

The appointment is explicitly governed by a rotation system, suggesting a formal policy to distribute appointment power among commissioners.

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