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Fire chief reports 3,351 calls year-to-date, outlines staffing and training plans
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Fire Chief Paul Macker told the Village of Menomonee Falls board that the department has responded to 3,351 calls year-to-date, is completing hiring to fill authorized positions, and is rolling out training and community programs including a Citizens Fire Academy and mobile integrated health services.
Fire Chief Paul Macker told the Village of Menomonee Falls Board of Trustees on Aug. 4 that the fire department has handled 3,351 calls so far this year and is on track to maintain response levels while implementing staffing and program changes.
Macker said the department is authorized for 43 career positions and expects to extend conditional offers in August with new hires likely starting in September. "We are authorized 43... I say that we're at full staff right now," he said, adding that one battalion chief announced a retirement effective in August and that the department is adjusting its command structure after recent promotions,…
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