Fire and Police Resolution FPC212412 1 appearance active

Resolution relating to the promotions to the Police Sergeant position (5)

Milwaukee, WI February 19, 2026 - February 19, 2026

Summary

The Milwaukee Police Department, through Chief of Police Jeffrey B. Norman, is nominating and promoting five individuals to the rank of Police Sergeant. The promotions are subject to the approval of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. The individuals nominated are Demetrious Hudson, Janay N. Patterson, Karl T. Wallich, Kyle J. Graf, and Patrick J. Balestrieri. These promotions are intended to fill existing vacancies and are effective Sunday, March 1, 2026, contingent upon successful drug screening. The candidates were selected after a thorough internal review of their records, including disciplines, investigations, administrative matters, fitness, and commission history. The eligible list for Police Sergeant was approved by the Board on May 16, 2024.

Citizen Impact

This resolution concerns internal police department staffing. Residents will experience no direct impact, but the promotions aim to fill sergeant vacancies, potentially improving departmental operations and supervision.

Confidence

high

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION
February 19, 2026
Passed 8-0, 1 absent