On this episode of “What’s Up Brighton,” Eric and Mark welcome Fire Chief Mike O’Brian and Fire Marshal Richard Boisvert. They discuss the state of fire safety in Brighton, and what challenges they face every day. They also discuss the Gilmore Girls event in downtown Brighton, and what kind of unique challenges that brings to public safety. Millages and funding are also brought up, which is of great interest to many Brighton residents. Tune in for an informative episode!
00:00 Welcome to What’s Up Brighton
00:34 Meet the Firefighters
01:22 Upcoming Events in Brighton
05:12 Fire Prevention Month Insights
07:12 Growth and Development in Brighton
10:14 Fire Authority Structure and Funding
15:00 Staffing Challenges and Community Needs
19:23 Responding to Emergencies
24:00 Community Engagement and Prevention
30:16 Smoke Alarm Initiative
33:43 Community Engagement and Events
36:56 The Importance of Fire Safety Education
39:29 Funding and Millage Discussion
42:23 Community Growth and Fire Services
43:32 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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