Agenda - 10-25-2022; 1-6 - Joint Meeting – Board of County Commissioners and the Orange County Chiefs’ Association

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2 4. Budget Planning — Vehicle and Equipment Delays and Inflation The departments will provide an overview of vehicle and equipment delays as well as budget impacts resulting from inflation. 5. Staffing — Overview of Shortages (Discussion on Recruitment, Retention, and Increasing Diversity in the Departments) The departments will provide an overview of current staffing challenges and a discuss recruitment, retention, and increasing diversity within the fire departments. 6. ARPA Funding — VIPER Radio Replacements White Cross Fire Department will provide an update on the current status of the VIPER radio replacement project funded by County ARPA funds. FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact tired directly to the discussion at this work session. SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goals are applicable to this item: • GOAL: FOSTER A COMMUNITY CULTURE THAT REJECTS OPPRESSION AND INEQUITY The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race or color; religious or philosophical beliefs; sex, gender or sexual orientation; national origin or ethnic background; age; military service; disability; and familial, residential or economic status. • GOAL: ENABLE FULL CIVIC PARTICIPATION Ensure that Orange County residents are able to engage government through voting and volunteering by eliminating disparities in participation and barriers to participation. • GOAL: CREATE A SAFE COMMUNITY The reduction of risks from vehicle/traffic accidents, childhood and senior injuries, gang activity, substance abuse and domestic violence. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: There is no Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal impact associated with this item. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board discuss the issues noted with the Chiefs' Association and provide direction to staff, as appropriate.