Fitchburg, WI Fitch-Rona EMS Commission 2-19-26

The Fitch-Rona EMS Commission meeting held on February 19, 2026, focused primarily on organizational updates, budgetary reports, and staffing classifications within the EMS district. Key discussions included the approval of meeting minutes and accounts payable, a review of EMS call volumes and municipal funding, and the introduction of a new employment category (LTE2) designed to incentivize paramedics to commit to regular shifts, particularly for the peak time ambulance service. The commission also addressed the nuances of part-time and temporary staffing, collective bargaining considerations, and the integration of grant funds from the City of Verona for EMS equipment. The meeting concluded with the approval of updated employment categories and plans to refine intern job descriptions, emphasizing the commission's ongoing efforts to optimize staffing and financial management in EMS operations.