Summary
A Plainfield Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) sergeant raised concerns during public comment that PEMA volunteers lack workers' compensation or village-provided medical insurance when injured during non-vehicular operations, citing an unresolved April injury case.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential future costs to provide municipal insurance coverage or reimburse medical expenses for injured volunteers.
PEMA volunteers who risk injury while providing community traffic control and emergency support.
Volunteers who incur out-of-pocket medical expenses while volunteering for village events.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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