City of Muskego, Fire/EMS Transition Ad-Hoc Recommendation Committee - 9/14/26

The City of Muskego Fire/EMS Transition Ad-Hoc Recommendation Committee met on September 14, 2026, to discuss the transition of fire and EMS services in the city. The committee focused on the challenges of staffing, funding, and operational integration between the existing Test Corners Volunteer Fire Department and a proposed municipal full-time fire department. Key procurement-related topics included the potential increase of the city's contract with Test Corners to support additional paid on-call firefighters and paramedics, the allocation of a $4.4 million public safety referendum fund for fire and EMS services, and the need for capital improvements such as firehouse upgrades and additional vehicles. The committee also discussed the complexities of employment models, including municipal employment versus contractual arrangements with Test Corners personnel, and the implications for benefits and licensing. They emphasized the importance of developing a revised contract that addresses staffing, equipment, facility maintenance, and operational responsibilities. The committee planned to continue meeting to refine recommendations for the common council's approval, with a focus on ensuring uninterrupted service and fiscal accountability.