Summary
Green Bay is choosing its next fire chief, and the Police and Fire Commission has cut 28 applications down to a shortlist for screening interviews. The eventual choice will lead the city's fire department and its emergency response for years.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 30, 2026.
Impact analysis
The chief search wasn't planned in this year's budget, so the Fire Department will overspend its budget.
Residents will ultimately gain a permanent fire chief to lead the department.
Mentions & discussions (7)
Police and Fire Commission - Jun 30, 2026
The Commission has picked its next Fire Chief but is keeping the name quiet until administrative details and contracts are finalized. An announcement is expected via press release next week.
Police and Fire Commission - Jun 10, 2026
Green Bay is choosing its next Fire Chief, and the Commission interviewed the two finalists in closed session. The leader picked will shape fire and EMS response for the whole city.
Police and Fire Commission - May 11, 2026
The Commission narrowed its search for the next Green Bay Metro Fire Chief to two finalists after closed-door interviews. The finalists' names will be public once all candidates have been notified, and the pick will shape leadership of the fire department for years.
Police and Fire Commission - May 4, 2026
Green Bay is choosing its next Fire Chief. The Commission interviewed two candidates in closed session and will score them alongside interviews planned for next week before making a pick.
Police and Fire Commission - Apr 16, 2026
Green Bay is choosing its next fire chief, and the Police and Fire Commission has cut 28 applications down to a shortlist for screening interviews. The eventual choice will lead the city's fire department and its emergency response for years.
Police and Fire Commission - Mar 5, 2026
The recruitment for a new Fire Chief is underway, with the job advertisement recently posted. Commissioners need to stay current on training as applications come in.
Police and Fire Commission - Feb 12, 2026
The department needs a new chief, and the commission has now locked in how the search will run. Applications open for six weeks, with interviews in May and June and a hire expected after background checks.
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