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June 17

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Topic

Presenter

Action Taken

1

Welcome and Agenda Review

Deb Fleming

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2

Request:  2016 Budget Review and Approval

Elaine Waterbury

Board members reviewed the FY16 budget, examined projects that were unfunded and targets for the out years.
 

Approved. EB requested BAU go forward to USFS and DOI to request additional funds.

3

Status Report:  Long-Term Budget and Staffing Management

Sean Cross

Board members were briefed on the June 9, 2015 meeting between NWCG Staff and BAU where long term budget and staffing management were discussed. NWCG Staff will work with BAU to develop 5-year budget planning cycle and update the NWCG staffing MOU to include possibility of housing all NWCG Staff and NWCG Training Development Program FTE under single agency and using shared funding across the entire structure.

4

Status Report:  Update on the Interagency Fuels Treatment Decision Support System (IFTDSS) and Wildland Fire Decision Support System (WFDSS)

Tim Sexton

Board briefed on recent revisions and updates made to the Wildland Fire Decision Support System (WFDSS) and gained knowledge on the development of new applications.

5

Status Report:  IMT Succession Plan Oversight Group Update

Sean Cross

All prior recommendations presented at the July 2015 meeting have been completed and a draft memo addressing the completion of NWCG Evolving Incident Management (EIM) Implementation Project was shared.

6

Approval:  NWCG Glossary – Discussion of “wildfire” definition

Elaine Waterbury

Review and make recommendations to modify the NWCG Glossary term wildfire.  Present clear justification on the specifics of the modified definition.  Due:  15 July 2015.  Lead:  Elaine Waterbury (lead), Sean Cross, Kim VanHemelryck, Dick Bahr, and Mark Koontz.

7

Status Report:  National Fire Danger Rating System (NFDRS) Update

Elaine Waterbury

The Fire Danger Subcommittee will be meeting in early July to discuss rollout work associated with the National Fire Danger Rating System (NFDRS).  An update on the progress will be presented at the July NWCG Meeting.

8

Status Report:  Agency updates on approval of the Master Cooperative Wildland Fire Management and Stafford Act Response Agreement national template

Dan Smith

Present a final draft of the Master Co-Op Agreement to the Executive Board for signature.  Due:  17 July 2015.  Lead:  Dan Smith

9

Status Report:  Lightning Round

All

Executive Board supports the request for Andrew Bailey of Geospatial Subcommittee to represent NWCG on Federal Geographic Data Committee – Federal Lands Working Group.
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Participants

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<strong>Executive Board:&nbsp; </strong>Aitor Bidaburu (USFA), Dan Smith (Chair, NWCG), John Glenn, Vice-Chair (BLM), Chris Wilcox (FWS), Jill McCurdy for Frank Guzman (USFS), Jeff Scott for Mark Koontz (NPS), Tim Sexton (RD&amp;A), Will May (IAFC).&nbsp; Not present:&nbsp; Aaron Baldwin (BIA), Rod Bloms (DOI OWF Liaison), Jim Erickson (ITC).&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

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<strong>NWCG Staff:&nbsp; </strong>Deb Fleming (Training Development Program Manager), Elaine Waterbury (Planning Branch Coordinator), Krysta Shultz (Executive Secretary), Sean Cross (NWCG Staff Manager).&nbsp; Not present:&nbsp; Tim Blake (Operations Branch Coordinator), Paul Schlobohm (NWCG FMB Liaison).</p>

Other Participants

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Budget Advisory Unit: Lisa McDevitt (Chair, BLM), Jeff Scott (NPS), Lori Streeter (USFS), David Peters (BIA).</p>

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2025 Week of Remembrance

Date: June 27, 2025
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6 Minutes for Safety Subcommittee

As we approach the 2025 Week of Remembrance (WOR), June 30–July 6, we dedicate this time to reflect on the past incidents from 2015 and honor the fallen through learning. Since its inception in 2014, WOR has honored wildland firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice while encouraging critical discussions that reinforce lessons learned.

Throughout the week, we encourage thoughtful and generative conversations—whether in briefing rooms or at tailgates—that promote a culture of continuous learning and safety.

References:

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ETC Equipment Bulletin: 25-003 Flame-Resistant Shirt Survey

Date: June 12, 2025
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Equipment Technology Committee

The U.S. Forest Service National Technology and Development Program (NTDP) is seeking input on the Forest Service-designed flame-resistant (FR) shirt, currently available through the National Interagency Support Cache system and FedMall.

NTDP is conducting a product review to improve future FR shirt designs. As part of this effort, a short survey is now open for federal employees who have worn any of three recent FR shirt models. Feedback will guide design improvements to better meet the needs of wildland firefighters.

To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act, responses are limited to federal employees. The survey is open through September 12, 2025. 

References:

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NEW! S-130, Firefighter Training (Blended) Now Available

Date: June 10, 2025
If you have questions, please visit our FAQ page. 
If your question is not answered there, you can 
submit your question using our Contact Us form. 
 

The S-130, Firefighter Training (Blended), equips new wildland firefighters with essential skills through a mix of online learning and hands-on training. The course features a required online component and an instructor-led exercise, reinforcing online concepts with practical performance-based training.

The course builds competencies in wildland fire operations, safety, and equipment use, applicable across various operational environments. Both the online component and instructor-led field exercise must be completed to receive a certificate of completion. Students are required to finish the prerequisite S-190, Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, before enrolling in S-130, Firefighter Training (Blended).

References:

S-130, Firefighter Training (Blended)

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EMC Memo 25-001: Interim Rapid Extraction Module (REMS) Training and Qualification Requirements

Date: June 3, 2025
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Emergency Medical Committee

The Emergency Medical Committee has issued interim guidance for Rapid Extraction Module Support (REMS) teams. Until further notice, Type I and II REMS teams must designate a team leader qualified at Firefighter Type 1 Squad Boss (FFT1) or higher. This temporary change replaces the Single Resource Boss (SRB) requirement, which is currently not feasible due to administrative barriers.

This memorandum does not include any other changes to the NWCG Standards for Rapid Extraction Module Support, PMS 552. This interim change takes effect immediately and will remain in place until further notice.

References:

EMC Memo 25-001: Interim Rapid Extraction Module (REMS) Training and Qualification Requirements

NWCG Standards for Rapid Extraction Module Support, PMS 552