Police & Fire Commission Meeting - August 6, 2026

The City of Stevens Point Police & Fire Commission held a meeting on August 6, 2026, focusing on personnel approvals, budget discussions, and updates on capital projects. The commission approved the permanent status of Officer Dela Rosa Lens after her probation, the hiring of lateral transfer Cody Fox, and the promotion of two probationary battalion chiefs. Budget discussions highlighted challenges with a 0% operating budget increase for 2027 and frontloaded expenses such as software licensing. The commission also approved a $2,000 donation from Wisconsin Public Service for patrol flashlights and accepted a commercial ice machine donation for the fire station. A significant update was provided on the Nexus Public Safety Center and Station 3 project, with final approvals pending and a planned unveiling in September. Additionally, Chief Moody's participation as an incident commander in the upcoming Patriot Exercise was approved. The meeting concluded with recognition of a recent line-of-duty death and appreciation for ongoing department efforts.