Fitchburg, WI Police and Fire Commission 8-19-26

The Fitchburg, WI Police and Fire Commission held a meeting on August 19, 2026, focusing primarily on departmental staffing and operational updates. The Fire Department reported an increase in calls and highlighted recent successful emergency responses, along with staffing improvements including the onboarding of three battalion chiefs and plans to hire two career firefighters and fire science resident interns from existing eligibility lists. The Commission approved motions to proceed with these hires and to initiate recruitment for additional fire science resident interns if needed. The Police Department provided a staffing update, noting near full staffing with two vacancies and ongoing recruitment efforts, including upcoming interviews. A promotion for a patrol sergeant was approved following a closed session. No specific contract awards, RFPs, or procurement decisions were discussed during the meeting.