Fitchburg, WI Police and Fire Commission 9-16-26

The Fitchburg Police and Fire Commission held a meeting on September 16, 2026, focusing primarily on internal staffing and recruitment processes. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval to initiate an internal detective recruitment process to fill upcoming vacancies within the police department. The commission also reviewed activity reports from both the fire and police departments, noting staffing levels, overtime challenges, and community engagement events. Additionally, the commission discussed potential improvements to the promotional interview process for police and fire captains and lieutenants, aiming to clarify expectations and streamline candidate evaluations. The meeting concluded with motions passed to proceed with the detective recruitment and to adjourn the session.