Episode 6: What's Next? - Finance, Facilities & Capital Improvement Projects

Episode 6: What's Next? - Finance, Facilities & Capital Improvement Projects

Author: Connor Christian December 15, 2022 Duration: 43:37
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Our organization has grown a lot over the years. In order to stay up to date with that change and growth, we are always looking towards ways we can improve and keep up with the demands of our fire department. SMFR Communications is excited to bring you our latest podcast episode focused on multiple important areas of our organization – Finance, Facilities and Capital Improvement Projects.

Join Chief Financial Officer Dillon Miskimins, Chief Kevin Milan, and Facilities Director Randy Nejbauer on Episode 6 of the SMFR Podcast.

Click the image below to listen in on the conversation!

Episode 6 Topics & Time Codes:

:25 - Opening and Introduction
1:38 - Dillon discusses 10 year capital improvement plan
4:22 - Chief Milan discusses focus for capital improvement projects
7:45 - Station 15 construction plans
10:11 - Needs for other stations
12:00 - Health and wellness initiatives in stations
14:21 - Randy discusses sleep study initiative, construction changes in/around stations & facilities updates
18:30 - Takeaways from sleep study (Station 23)
20:16 - Findings from Station 35, future plans
22:39 - JSF updates
24:34 - TJTC updates
25:36 - Training needs assessment
26:43 - Memorial for Chief Jackson at TJTC
27:49 - Plans for Mineral HQ
32:55 - Process for considering/prioritizing capital projects
34:54 - Financial demand for hiring - juggling retirements, new employees and academies planned ahead
36:49 - Budget cycle, timeline and process
38:28 - Security updates at facilities
41:30 - Fun fact and closing


SMFR Podcast, created by Connor Christian, is an internal communication hub for the South Metro Fire Rescue community. This podcast focuses on timely topics that matter to SMFR employees, from organizational updates and leadership messages to operational changes and new initiatives. Each episode dives into current events, important questions, and key announcements that affect everyday work and long term careers within the department. Listeners can expect candid conversations with leaders and subject matter experts, practical guidance on policies and procedures, and insights that connect field operations with administrative decisions. Whether you are on shift or off duty, listen episodes to stay informed, engaged, and aligned with SMFRs mission, values, and evolving priorities in the world of public safety and emergency services.
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