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FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

Thursday, July 16, 2026 · 6:00 PM AM · City Hall, Room 301-B

TL;DR

The Fire and Police Commission held a meeting on July 16, 2026, to address personnel appointments, promotions, and operational matters across the Milwaukee Fire Department, Police Department, and Department of Emergency Communications. The commission elected new leadership, approved multiple staffing decisions including 49 firefighter appointments and promotions across emergency communications and police ranks, and reviewed recent policy changes in the departments. Most items were approved by general consent or passed by vote.

Key Decisions

  • Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair Passed
  • Firefighter appointments (49 positions) On agenda for action
  • Emergency Communications Officer promotions (15 total positions across IV and II levels) Passed
  • Fire Cadet appointments and contingent appointments (44 positions total) On agenda for action
  • Overturn of Emergency Communications Manager demotion on probation Passed
Agenda PDF

Agenda

  1. Please note that less than 24 hours' notice is being given for the amendment as it was impractical and/or impossible to give at least 24 hours' notice. This agenda has been amended to remove the option to view the proceedings virtually, as Channel 25 is unable to broadcast this meeting due to inclement weather. It will be available to view online after 7/17/26.
  2. Those wishing to view the proceedings in person can do so at City Hall, Room 301-B. Those wishing to speak in person during the Public Comment portion of the meeting may do so at City Hall. Those wishing to join virtually to speak during the Public Comment portion of the meeting should email brhughe@milwaukee.gov at least 24-hours in advance. In the subject line, please state your interest in speaking during Public Comment, emailing using the address to which you would like us to respond. You do not need to submit your question in advance. On the morning of the meeting, you will receive a TEAMS invitation to the supplied email account. Following Public Comment, you will be removed from the TEAMS meeting, but may continue viewing the proceedings on Live Stream 1. The Fire and Police Commission will meet on the following items:
  3. 1. Resolution to elect the Chair of the Fire and Police Commission Board
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion was made by Chris Snyder, seconded by Ruben Burgos, to elect Miriam Horwitz to the position of Chair of the Fire and Police Commission Board. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  4. 2. Resolution to elect the Vice Chair of the Fire and Police Commission Board
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion was made by Chris Snyder, seconded by Ruben Burgos, to elect Krissie Fung to the position of Vice Chair of the Fire and Police Commission Board. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  5. Comment(s) by the Public.
  6. Consent
  7. 4. Resolution relating to the July 2, 2026, meeting minutes
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED by general consent

  8. 5. Resolution relating to the request to re-exempt the Administrative Specialist Senior position within the Department of Emergency Communications
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED by general consent

  9. 6. Resolution relating to the eligible list for the Youth Fleet Apprentice position within the Milwaukee Fire Department
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED by general consent

  10. 7. Resolution relating to the request to refer to the Department of Employee Relations a request for a classification study for the Youth Carpenter Apprentice positions within the Milwaukee Fire Department
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED

  11. 8. Resolution relating to the appointment to the Management Account Senior position within the Department of Emergency Communications
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED by general consent

  12. 9. Resolution relating to the appointment to the Building Maintenance Supervisor position within the Milwaukee Police Department
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED by general consent

  13. 10. Resolution relating to the appointments to the Crime Analyst I position within the Milwaukee Police Department (2)
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED by general consent

  14. 11. Resolution relating to the appointment to the Electronic Technician 3 position within the Milwaukee Police Department
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED by general consent

  15. 12. Resolution relating to the appointment to the Electronic Technician 1 position within the Milwaukee Police Department
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED by general consent

  16. 13. Resolution relating to the appointment to the HVAC Maintenance Technician 3 position within the Milwaukee Police Department
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED by general consent

  17. 14. Resolution relating to the promotions to the Office Assistant II position within the Milwaukee Police Department (2)
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED by general consent

  18. 15. Resolution relating to the appointments to the Police District Administrative Assistant position within the Milwaukee Police Department (4)
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED by general consent

  19. 16. Resolution relating to the appointment to the Police Services Specialist - Investigator position within the Milwaukee Police Department
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED

    This Fire and Police Resolution was ADOPTED by general consent

  20. Examinations
  21. 17. Resolution relating to the Fire Cadet Job Announcement Bulletin for the Milwaukee Fire Department
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion was made by Ramon Evans, seconded by Christopher Snyder, that this Fire and Police Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  22. 18. Resolution relating to the Police Aide Job Announcement Bulletin for the Milwaukee Police Department
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion was made by Christopher Snyder, seconded by Krissie Fung, that this Fire and Police Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  23. 19. Resolution relating to the Police Officer eligible list for the Milwaukee Police Department
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion was made by that this Fire and Police Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  24. New Business
  25. 20. Communication from the Department of Emergency Communications (DEC) relating to recent changes to DEC operational policies
    Fire and Police Communication
    Action: PLACED ON FILE

    This Fire and Police Communication was PLACED ON FILE

  26. 21. Communication from the Milwaukee Police Department relating to vehicle pursuit data during 2026 year to date
    Fire and Police Communication
    Action: PLACED ON FILE

    This Fire and Police Communication was PLACED ON FILE

  27. 22. Communication from the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) relating to recent changes to MPD Standard Operating Procedures and/or Standard Operating Instructions
    Fire and Police Communication
    Action: PLACED ON FILE

    This Fire and Police Communication was PLACED ON FILE

  28. 23. Resolution relating to the Classification Report for the Youth Carpenter Apprentice position for the Milwaukee Fire Department
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion was made by Krissie Fung, seconded by Christopher Snyder, that this Fire and Police Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  29. 24. Resolution relating to the Classification Study for new and changed positions for the Milwaukee Police Department and the Department of Emergency Communications
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion was made by Christopher Snyder, seconded by Krissie Fung, that this Fire and Police Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  30. 25. Resolution relating to the Job Evaluation Report for the Crime Scene Analyst I, II, III, and Crime and Intelligence Manager position within the Milwaukee Police Department to evaluate minimum rates and FLSA designation
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion was made by Christopher Snyder, seconded by Krissie Fung, that this Fire and Police Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  31. 26. Communication from the Executive Director relating to Fire and Police Commission staffing and operations
    Fire and Police Communication
    Action: PLACED ON FILE

    This Fire and Police Communication was PLACED ON FILE

  32. Department of Emergency Communications
  33. 27. Resolution relating to the promotion to the Emergency Communications Manager position
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion was made by Ramon Evans, seconded by Christopher Snyder, that this Fire and Police Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  34. 28. Resolution relating to the promotions to the Emergency Communications Officer IV position (5)
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion was made by Christopher Snyder, seconded by Krissie Fung, that this Fire and Police Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  35. 29. Resolution relating to the promotions to the Emergency Communications Officer II position (10)
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion was made by Ruben Burgos, seconded by Ramon Evans, that this Fire and Police Resolution be ADOPTED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  36. 30. Resolution relating to the reappointment request to the Business Intelligence Analyst position
    Fire and Police Resolution
  37. 31. Resolution relating to the demotion on probation of the Emergency Communications Manager within the Department of Emergency Communications
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion to overturn the demotion was made by Christopher Snyder, seconded by Krissie Fung. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  38. 32. Resolution relating to the demotion on probation of the Emergency Communications Manager within the Department of Emergency Communications
    Fire and Police Resolution
    Action: ADOPTED Passed

    A motion to overturn the demotion was made by Christopher Snyder, seconded by Krissie Fung. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:

  39. 33. Resolution relating to the appointment to the Emergency Communications Supervisor position
    Fire and Police Resolution
  40. 34. Resolution relating to the appointment to the Emergency Communications Records Analyst Senior position
    Fire and Police Resolution
  41. 35. Resolution relating to the appointment to the Emergency Communications Operations Analyst Senior position
    Fire and Police Resolution
  42. Fire Department
  43. 36. Resolution relating to the appointments to the Firefighter position (49)
    Fire and Police Resolution
  44. 37. Resolution relating to the contingent appointments to the Firefighter position (6)
    Fire and Police Resolution
  45. 38. Resolution relating to the appointments to the Fire Cadet position (28)
    Fire and Police Resolution
  46. 39. Resolution relating to the contingent appointments to the Fire Cadet position (16)
    Fire and Police Resolution
  47. Police Department
  48. 40. Resolution relating to the promotion to the Crime Analyst III position
    Fire and Police Resolution
  49. 41. Resolution relating to the probation extension of a Police Officer
    Fire and Police Resolution
  50. Motion to Adjourn
  51. The Board may receive a motion to convene in closed session in City Hall, room 301-B, 200 East Wells Street, on the appointments, reappointments, probation extensions, or promotions, in the Department of Emergency Communications, the Fire Department, and the Police Department pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(c) Wis. Stats. to consider employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over whom the Board has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. The Board may then reconvene in open session concerning any such item following the closed session. Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities through sign language interpreters or auxiliary aids. For additional information or to request this service, contact the Fire and Police Commission ADA Coordinator at 414-286-5072, 414-286-5050 (fax), 414-286-2960 (TDD), or by writing to the Coordinator at Fire and Police Commission, Milwaukee City Hall, Room 705, 200 East Wells Street, Milwaukee WI 53202. This notice is being made pursuant to Section 19.84 (3) Wis. Stats., "Public Notice of every meeting...shall be given at least 24 hours prior to the commencement of such meeting unless for good cause such notice is impossible or impractical, in which case shorter notice may be given, but in no case may the notice be provided less than two hours in advance of the meeting."