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Wausau committee tables proposal to reorganize fire department leadership to align span of control

5693657 · August 28, 2025
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Summary

Committee discussed a proposed restructure to add or repurpose deputy and training division chief roles to improve oversight and reduce overtime, but members voted to table the proposal until October so staffing and budget questions can be resolved.

The Wausau Human Resources Committee discussed and then voted to table a proposed reorganization of the fire department's leadership model so department heads can address outstanding questions about staffing and budget impacts.

HR staff and Fire Chief Jeremy presented a new organizational chart that would adjust the roles of deputy fire chief and fire training division chief to improve operational oversight and provide cross-staffing flexibility. The chief said the change would address the department's span of…

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