Common Council - January 19, 2026

The City of West Bend Common Council meeting on January 19, 2026, focused heavily on procurement and contracting related to public safety infrastructure and services. Key agenda items included awarding contracts for landscaping and site concrete work for the new Fire Station One, with attention to union labor considerations and budget alignment. The council also authorized acceptance and appropriation of Wisconsin Ground Emergency Medical Transportation reimbursement funds to support fire department equipment and outlay expenses. Additionally, the council approved an updated EMS incentive policy aimed at encouraging paramedic certification among fire department personnel, including command staff, to enhance emergency response capacity. Contract renewals for fire and EMS services with the Town of Barton were discussed and approved, emphasizing multi-year terms and cost-sharing mechanisms. The meeting also addressed a state Department of Transportation project to update ADA-compliant curb ramps along state highways within the city, with council members expressing concerns about potential traffic disruptions but recognizing the project's community benefits. Other approvals included site plans for industrial and residential developments and grant awards for local tourism promotion. Overall, the meeting demonstrated a focus on maintaining and improving public safety infrastructure and services through strategic contracting and budget management.