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The City Council voted 3-1 to add one Fire Marshal, one Fire Prevention Specialist I/II, and up to one Fire Battalion Chief position, approve related cost sharing, and authorize a Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget adjustment.
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The staffing decision adds fire prevention and leadership capacity and allows related costs to be shared under an amended agreement. The Council also approved an encroachment permit for existing retaining walls, walkways, stairs, vegetation, and irrigation near 157 Ocean View Avenue; the permit can be revoked in the future if necessary. Pavement expansion options for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 were not finalized, with staff directed to return in June with cost and funding information for final direction.
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