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Oak Creek honors two longtime public‑safety employees retiring after decades of service
Summary
The Common Council adopted resolutions recognizing Police Officer Paul J. Herron (27 years, 9 months) and Firefighter J.W. “Jay” McClellan (20 years, 14 days) for long service and lifesaving actions; retirement ceremonies were announced and both resolutions were approved unanimously.
The Oak Creek Common Council on Feb. 16 adopted resolutions of appreciation for two long‑serving public‑safety employees, Police Officer Paul J. Herron and Firefighter J.W. “Jay” McClellan.
Catherine read a resolution recognizing Paul J. Herron’s 27 years and nine months with the Oak Creek Police Department, noting 18 departmental acknowledgements and awards including a medal of valor tied to a 2009 apartment fire. Chief David Stecker told the council Herron “has always been someone that leads with his heart,” and said the department will hold a retirement ceremony in the coming weeks.
City staff then presented a resolution for J.W. McClellan, who was appointed on Feb. 13, 2006 and is retiring effective Feb. 27, 2026, after 20 years and 14 days of full‑time service. The resolution cites McClellan’s work as a paramedic, commendations for lifesaving actions during a complicated delivery of twin babies, and broad participation in fire prevention activities. Fire Chief Mike Kresick said McClellan’s teamwork and mentoring set him apart and announced a Station 3 ceremony on Feb. 27 at 4 p.m.
Both resolutions were adopted by roll call vote with council members recorded as voting "Aye."
