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Northfield confirms two part‑time firefighters and appoints planning commissioner
Summary
The Village of Northfield on Aug. 27 confirmed two part‑time fire department hires, swore them in, and appointed Sarah Batsch to the Planning Commission. All personnel measures were adopted unanimously during the regular council meeting.
Northfield — The Village of Northfield Council unanimously confirmed two part‑time hires for the Fire Department and appointed a member to the Planning Commission during its Aug. 27 regular meeting.
Council adopted Emergency Resolutions No. 2025‑38 and 2025‑39 to confirm Mayor/Director of Public Safety appointments of Elizabeth Duncan as a part‑time firefighter/paramedic and Cole Greenaway as a part‑time firefighter/EMT. Council voted to suspend the three‑reading rule and then approved both emergency resolutions by roll‑call vote with all members voting "yes." (Hebebrand; Noack; Vojtush; Magistrelli; Hipps; Lewis.)
Fire Chief Jason Buss then introduced the new hires, administered the oath, presented badges and permitted family members to pin them. Chief Buss encouraged members of the audience to take photos following the ceremony.
The council also unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2025‑40 to confirm the Mayor's appointment of Sarah Batsch to the Planning Commission. Council suspended the three‑reading rule and approved the appointment on a roll‑call vote with all members voting yes.
Why it matters: The hires add part‑time operational capacity to Northfield's Fire Department as the village continues to staff and operate the upgraded public safety facilities. The Planning Commission appointment fills a vacant seat and ensures the commission can resume full membership for upcoming land‑use and development reviews.
What happens next: The firefighters will begin under the department’s hiring processes and scheduling; the Planning Commission will convene according to its normal schedule with the new member. No additional fiscal details for the hires were provided during the meeting.
