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West Bend proclaims Police and EMS Week and presents life‑saving awards
Summary
Mayor Joel Longert read proclamations recognizing Police Week, EMS Week and Professional Municipal Clerks Week and the council spotlighted four life‑saving awards for police and dispatch staff. The West Bend Fire Rescue chief highlighted EMS call volumes and new equipment.
Mayor Joel Longert opened the May 4 council meeting by reading a Police Week proclamation recognizing May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and urging residents to honor law enforcement service. The mayor said the proclamation honors officers "who put themselves in harm's way to keep us safe" and encouraged citizens to fly the American flag at half staff in remembrance of fallen officers.
The meeting included a presentation of four life‑saving medals. Captain Rolinger described one…
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