Firefighters Emphasize Communication Issues at Charles Town Meeting
Local union accuses Jefferson County Commission of not fully funding key service
The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, September 24, 2025
A recent special commission meeting in Charles Town highlighted concerns from the Jefferson County Professional Firefighters Local 5351 about inadequate resources for the county’s Emergency Services Agency. Local pastor Rev. John Bethard noted communication breakdowns as a systemic issue, a sentiment echoed by Commission President Pasha Majdi. While the firefighters emphasized the need for better communication, they also voiced concerns about the stresses faced by emergency services, initiating a dialogue aimed at resolving these challenges, as reported by The Spirit of Jefferson.
