03/21/2025
Retention and recruitment issues? How has the fire department not given retirement benefits to retirees with over 120 years of experience? Personnel that have served the community through Covid, went into burning buildings and have helped save numerous lives throughout Destin. All for the cost of under $30,000 annually. But yet, they will spend $50,000 on a flag pole. Over $100,000 on a seawall that does not need repair. Or the cost of a monthly commission meeting. No wonder the district cant keep or retain employees. #