Verona council declines to join multi‑community fire/EMS study after tie vote

Apr 28, 2026

After a lengthy debate and presentations from consultants and union leaders, the Verona Common Council voted in a 4–4 tie on whether to join a $19,425 regional fire and EMS feasibility study; Mayor Luke Diaz cast the tie‑breaking vote against participation.

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After presentations and public comment on April 27, the Verona Common Council declined to pay $19,425 to join a multi‑community fire and emergency medical services feasibility and implementation study. The vote was tied 4–4 and Mayor Luke Diaz cast the tie‑breaking vote against the city’s participation.

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