Council Member John O'Neill was appointed to the OCFA Board by Resolution No. 9668-20 (see attached) at the meeting held on December 8, 2020; and was reappointed by minute action following the 2022 municipal election at the January 10, 2023, City Council meeting.  Adoption of a Resolution is required by OCFA for a newly appointed member.

As noted in the attached letter from the Chair of the OCFA Board of Directors, the OCFA Board oversees an operating budget of nearly a half billion dollars with over 1,500 employees, four labor associations, and the operation of 78 fire stations.  The Chair of the OCFA Board of Directors emphasizes the need for continuity and familiarity with the duties and responsibilities required of a Board Member.  Following the 2024, Municipal Election, adoption of a Resolution appointing a member to OCFA will be required. However, a minute action is needed at this time should the City Council decide to reappoint council member O'Neill to the OCFA Board.  

It is recommended that the City Council:

• Direct the City Clerk to submit a minute action to reappoint John R. O'Neill to the Orange County Fire Authority Board of Directors; or
• Direct the City Clerk to submit a Resolution at the next City Council meeting for discussion and consideration of an appointment to the Orange County Fire Authority Board of Directors.