BDPFC Discusses Using Paramedics On SWAT Team

10/5/11 – The Beaver Dam Police and Fire Commission last night discussed the possibility of using city paramedics on the Dodge County SWAT Team. Fire Chief Alan Mannel said the advanced training could benefit the safety of both law enforcement and suspects. Commissioners requested more information about costs, training and jurisdictional matters and the mutual aid concept is expected to be revisited at future meetings.