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During the Council portion Dr. Ferlic applauded both the fire prevention efforts and diversification <br /> initiatives. He did maintain, as he has done repeatedly in the past, advocate the need for a single person <br /> responsible for public safety recruitment and diversification. <br /> Tim Scott expressed some concerns regarding the quality of service due to the PSAP consolidation. <br /> Chief Cox said the South Bend Fire Department experience has been mostly positive. Tim also wondered <br /> about adequate fire and ambulance coverage in his district as development moves north to the state <br /> line. <br /> Henry expresses appreciation for the department's minority recruitment efforts; but agreed with Dr. <br /> Ferlic about the need for a full-time recruitment person. <br /> Brian Pawlowski, aide to the Mayor, said the 2016 budget proposal indicates two new positions for <br /> diversification efforts—one specifically for public safety and one for the city-wide workforce. <br /> Karen White said the Council needs more information about these positions,their job descriptions and <br /> implementation timetable. <br /> Jack Smith spoke up during the public portion asking if the river rescue and haz-mat units were to <br /> continue to which the Chief said they were. <br /> Karen adjourned the meeting at 7:12 P.M. <br /> Respectfully Submitted, <br /> et torcica- <br /> Karen White, Chairperson <br /> Personnel& Finance Committee <br /> 3 <br />