The Fitchburg Personnel Committee meeting on February 11, 2026, focused primarily on personnel policy updates and union contract adjustments related to overtime work periods. The committee approved an agreement with the Wisconsin Professional Police Association (WPPA) to establish a 28-day federal work period for police employees, aligning with new federal tax laws that allow eligible employees to deduct some overtime pay from federal taxes. This change does not affect how overtime is earned or paid but is necessary for tax compliance. Additionally, the committee reviewed and updated the employee handbook's IT policy to clarify that city employees cannot use city technology systems for personal reasons, emphasizing approved business use only. The meeting also highlighted the availability of monthly HR reports on the city's website to increase transparency about departmental activities and personnel matters.

Fitchburg, WI Personnel Committee 2-11-26