TO: Honorable Mayor & Members of the North Port Commission
FROM: A. Jerome Fletcher II, ICMA-CM, MPA, City Manager
TITLE: Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Approving the North Port Fire Rescue 2025-2030 Strategic Plan and 2025 Community Risk Assessment Standards of Cover.
Recommended Action
Option 1: Approve the 2025 North Port Fire Rescue 2025-2029 Strategic Plan and 2025 Community Risk Assessment Standards of Cover.
City Commission Options
Option 1: Approve the North Port Fire Rescue 2025-2029 Strategic Plan and 2025 Community Risk Assessment Standards of Cover (CRA/SOC).
* Pros:
o Supports a risk- and data-informed foundation for service planning and deployment decision-making.?
o Completes the accreditation model step calling for the agency to seek approval of its standards of cover by the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).
* Cons: If the Commission desires modifications after approval, staff will need to return with revisions and updated documents for consideration.
Option 2: Continue the item to a future meeting for additional review and/or requested edits.
* Pros: Allows additional time for Commission questions, clarifications, and any desired adjustments before approval.
* Cons: Delays adoption of the 2025-2029 Strategic Plan and 2025 CRA/SOC and delays completion of the AHJ-approval step referenced in the accreditation model.
Option 3: Do not approve the North Port Fire Rescue 2025-2029 Strategic Plan and 2025 CRA/SOC.
* Pros: Allows the Commission to request a different approach or additional work product prior to considering approval.
* Cons: Leaves the department without Commission-approved 2025-2029 Strategic Plan and 2025 CRA/SOC guidance as presented and does not complete the accreditation model step, which could lead to delays in the accreditation timeline.
Background Information
The North Port Fire Rescue planning framework has historically included development and approval of its Strategic Plan and Com...
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