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5.g) Staff Report-FD Valid DLSCANDIA Staff Report Date of Meeting: April 15, 2014 To: City Council From: Kristina Handt, Administrator Re: Valid Drivers' License, FD Operations Policy Background: The fire department has an operational policy that covers hiring, membership requirements and various policies including those pertaining to drivers' license requirements. During a recent review of this section of the policy, the City Attorney identified some inconsistencies with the City of Scandia Personnel Policy and some areas of concern. Proposed changes to this section are included in your packet. Issue: Should the fire department operations policy section regarding a valid drivers' license be updated to be more consistent with the personnel policy ? Proposal Details: The revisions would require a firefighter to report any legal activity that may impact their drivers' license to Chief. Similar to language in the City of Scandia Personnel Policy, the employee may be placed on unpaid leave or other alternatives depending upon the circumstances. The provision not allowing a firefighter to respond to emergency calls has been removed as directed at the Council work session. Options: 1) Approve changes 2) Amend and then approve changes 3) Make no changes to the Fire Department Operational Policy. Recommendation: Option 1.