Alfalfa, Oregon – The Alfalfa Fire District Board of Directors is convening a business meeting tonight at 6 p.m. in the district’s fire station on Alfalfa Market Road. The agenda focuses on critical administrative matters that affect the district’s operations and finances.
Interim fire chief appointment
Resolution #2026‑16 proposes that David Wolting of Eugene serve as a volunteer interim fire chief. Wolting previously attended the board’s October 14 meeting and is familiar with district needs. Board members will discuss his qualifications and the timeline for a permanent chief selection.
Bank account signatory changes
Resolution #2026‑15 would add Melody Holliday and Bob Kathman to the list of authorized signers on the district’s financial account, while removing outgoing board member Mark Laucks effective Thursday, Nov. 12. The change is intended to streamline financial oversight and ensure continuity of operations.
Legal fees and audit update
The board will review attorney Jered Reid’s legal fees, which total $19,445 to date, and receive an update on the state audit being conducted by Accuity. These items are part of the district’s effort to maintain transparency and fiscal responsibility.
Pending invoices and major expenses
Several significant invoices are on the table. A SeaWestern invoice shows a remaining balance of nearly $100,000; the board is expected to recommend payment after the new tax‑year funds arrive after Dec. 1. Additional items include a $9,237.48 payment for a Stryker gurney and a proposed $1,575 reimbursement for EMT graduate Nick Shaw of Central Oregon Community College, pending verification of an appropriate invoice.
Operational and staffing considerations
Board members will discuss hiring a district bookkeeper and appointing a reviewer for the legal habitation status of the fire station’s upper level. They will also compare costs for maintaining the current copier versus less expensive alternatives, review public‑records request updates, and consider a volunteer administrative leave notice.
Special meeting decision
Finally, the board will decide whether a special meeting is required to address any of the agenda items that may need additional community input.
KTVZ’s Spencer Sacks will provide a full report of the meeting at 10 p.m. on Fox and 11 p.m. on NBC.
Original reporting: KTVZ (Central Oregon) — read the source article.
