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REQUEST FOR ACTION

Donation to the Rochester Fire Department

 
MEETING DATE:
September 9, 2026
ORIGINATING DEPT:
Fire Department
 
AGENDA SECTION:

Consent Agenda

PRESENTER:
Mason Pooler
 
Action Requested:

Adopting a Resolution accepting a donation to the Rochester Fire Department from Charles and Cynthia Cook in the amount of $100. 

Report Narrative:

The firefighters from Station 3 recently responded to the Cook residence to assist with a faulty smoke alarm. They wish to thank the Fire Department crew for their kindness and patience.  

Priorities & Foundational Principles:
Public Safety
Fiscal Responsibility and Sustainability
Policy Considerations & DEI Impact:

Acceptance will increase revenue to the RFD budget in the amount of $100 which can offset expenses incurred by the department.

Prior Legislative Actions & Community Engagement:

No prior legislative actions directly related to this contract have occurred. Minnesota state statutes 465.03 and 471.17 allow acceptance of gifts of this type to municipalities.

Fiscal & Resource Impact:

The donation will lessen the fiscal impact of annual expenses in the overall RFD budget. 

Alternative Action(s):

No alternative actions are suggested at this time. 

Prepared By:
Jeff Leland
Attachments:
Resolution - Donation to Fire Department - Cook