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Approval of Milwaukee Fire Cadet Hiring List

Original title: Resolution relating to the approval of the Fire Cadet eligible list for the Milwaukee Fire Department

Record date · May 7, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission has officially approved the list of eligible candidates for the program. This action authorizes the department to proceed with hiring from this specific pool of applicants.

Why it matters

This resolution establishes the official roster of candidates eligible for positions, which dictates the pool of individuals the Milwaukee Fire Department can hire for upcoming training classes.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Fire Cadet applicants

Individuals on the list are now eligible for selection for Fire Cadet positions.

Directly affected

Milwaukee Fire Department

The department is authorized to utilize the approved list to fill vacancies.

Key Facts

The Fire and Police Commission officially approved the Fire Cadet eligible list.
The resolution is filed under number FPC212507.
The resolution was introduced on April 30, 2026.
The status of the resolution is marked as 'Passed'.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Fire Cadet eligible list?

It is the official list of candidates who have met the requirements to be considered for the program within the Milwaukee Fire Department.

Does this resolution mean hiring has started?

The resolution approves the list of eligible candidates, which is a necessary step for the department to begin the hiring process from that pool.

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Standard Hiring Procedure

The document confirms the standard administrative workflow for municipal hiring via the Fire and Police Commission.

Fire and Police Commission Milwaukee Fire Department

Connected Entities

Milwaukee Fire Department, Fire and Police Commission

OrganizationMilwaukee Fire Department“The department responsible for hiring the cadets from the approved list.”Map →

OrganizationFire and Police Commission“The governing body that reviewed and approved the candidate list.”Map →

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