Saint Paul file RES PH 26-256, before the Saint Paul City Council. Passed as of 2026-09-16.
Latest action: Passed
New firefighters get paid training through apprenticeship The fire department can hire and train apprentices with this $30,000 grant, creating entry-level jobs for people learning to become firefighters.
Expands pipeline for diverse firefighter recruitment Apprenticeships let people earn money while learning, which opens firefighting careers to people who can't afford unpaid training programs.
One-time grant may not support long-term staffing The $30,000 is a single year of state funding; the fire department will need to find new money after this grant ends to keep the program running.
Read the official record for RES PH 26-256
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