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Public safety staffing additions

The budget adds three firefighter paramedics to keep fire stations staffed as EMS demand grows, plus a police detective focused on internet crimes against children — the mayor's top priority.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 26, 2026

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Speeding on Menasha Avenue (Platt Street to Risch Lane)

Residents described dangerous speeding, frequent crashes including a flipped vehicle, and having to cross the street to reach mailboxes. The chief pledged targeted enforcement and a public patrol log, and the committee invited a formal stop-sign request for Kellner Road through the city's online process.

4 mentions (4 this month)Last discussed Oct 12, 2026