In light of Holmen Area Fire Department Chief Buck Manley being put on paid administrative leave, the fire board is discussing recommendations to improve emergency services.
That includes bringing in an adequate number of firefighters.
The Holmen Area Fire Department is struggling. Wisconsin Policy Forum data shows emergency response times are well below national standards.
Right now, only five firefighters in the department are full-time. The other 10 are part-time. “I think all three communities are sincerely looking for the best interest of their citizens,” Holmen village president Patrick Barlow said.
The Holmen Fire Board is looking at ways to most effectively improve emergency services, and make the community feel safe.
“That’s why we’re taking these measures to understand what we can do to best serve them,” Barlow said.