Town of Woodbridge, CT Article III Fire Commission [1]

[Amended 1-29-1990, effective 3-1-1990]

[1] Editor's Note: This article was originally adopted by the Special Town Meeting 10-15-1937 and amended by the Board of Selectmen 1-28-1976.

§ 75-19 Establishment.

There shall be established in the Town of Woodbridge a Fire Commission, which together with the Woodbridge Volunteer Fire Association, Inc., and any other provider of fire and emergency services shall be considered as the Fire Department of the Town of Woodbridge.

§ 75-20 Purpose.

The Commission shall be responsible for the general management and control of the Fire Department and of the property and equipment used in connection therewith.

§ 75-21 Membership and terms of office.

A. The Commission shall consist of five Commissioners appointed in odd-numbered years by the Board of Selectmen to serve for terms of four years commencing on July 1. Initially five persons shall be appointed, three for a four-year term and two for a two-year term. The Commissioners shall, from among themselves, elect a Chairperson and a Secretary.

B. Commissioners shall be resident electors of the Town, none of whom shall be an active member of any fire or emergency service association.

§ 75-22 Duties and powers.

The Commission shall:

A. Have the responsibility for proper maintenance and use of all physical properties, apparatus, and equipment used in delivery of fire and other services provided by the Fire Department to the residents of Woodbridge;

B. Establish and enforce general operating policies regarding the management and control of the Fire Department and the kinds and extent of services to be provided by the Fire Department to the residents of Woodbridge;

C. (Reserved)[1]

[1] Editor's Note: Former Subsection C, regarding written evaluation of the performance of the Woodbridge Fire Marshal, was repealed 10-11-2023.

D. To the extent it deems appropriate, enter in agreements with any provider for delivery of services, subject to the approval by the Board of Selectmen;

E. Continuously evaluate the need for fire equipment;

F. Maintain adequate records pertaining to the operation of the Fire Department;

G. Prepare an annual budget for the operation of the Fire Department;

H. Oversee expenditures from the annual budget and capital budget; and

I. Make such rules and regulations as it deems necessary to carry out all of its responsibilities.