Bethel recently passed an ordinance creating a Fire Commission to oversee the operations of the town's two volunteer fire companies.  Now Bethel officials are looking for volunteers to become commission members.  Duties will include long-term planning for major equipment purchases, facility upgrades, operational coordination and review of operational budgets. The Board of Selectmen expect to begin making appointments in May, with the first meeting of the commission no later than the first week of June.  Anyone interested in serving is asked to write or email contact information to the Board of Selectmen by the 26th. Applicants must be Bethel residents and registered electors in order to serve. Those interested should also detail background or experience pertinent to serving on the public safety commission, though previous experience is not required.