Fitchburg, WI Police and Fire Commission 6-17-26

The Fitchburg Police and Fire Commission held a meeting on June 17, 2026, focusing on staffing, operational updates, and personnel actions within the police and fire departments. The fire department reported on call trends, staffing challenges, and overtime concerns, noting efforts to hire new firefighters and reduce mandatory overtime. The commission approved hiring a career firefighter from the eligibility list and a fire science intern. The police department provided updates on staffing, including recent hires and vacancies, crime trends, and community policing efforts. The commission approved the hire of a new shift lieutenant, initiated a sergeant recruitment process, and promoted a new police captain. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were discussed, but budgetary concerns related to overtime expenditures were highlighted.