Fitchburg, WI Police and Fire Commission 4-14-26

The Fitchburg, WI Police and Fire Commission held a meeting on April 14, 2026, focusing primarily on staffing and operational updates for both the police and fire departments. The police department reported six open positions and discussed challenges related to call service data discrepancies following a dispatch transition, as well as crime trends including a recent homicide and theft from vehicles. The fire department highlighted staffing challenges due to injuries and FMLA leaves, resulting in high overtime costs, and discussed ongoing training opportunities using a recently acquired structure for realistic exercises. The commission moved into closed sessions twice to discuss personnel matters, including authorizing the police chief to begin a selection process for a new position and addressing retirements and hires within the fire department. No specific contract awards, RFPs, or procurement decisions were mentioned during the meeting.