Branford Town Council tackles fire department discussion in special workshop

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In a continuation of the discussion regarding deficiencies in the Branford Volunteer Fire Department's (BVFD) certifications, the Branford Town Council held a special workshop on Friday, Feb. 23. The meeting began with Council President Ken Saunders providing a bit of background, stating Susan Schell with the Florida Fire Marshal's Office had visited the council around August 2023 in an effort to assist with the implementation of an effective documentation process at the department. Shortly after her visit, the area suffered the impact of Hurricane Idalia, tying up the BVFD and anyone else who could guide them in the Fire 1 certification pr