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Altoona public meetings in 2025

48 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

Personnel Committee

Personnel committee to discuss reclassifying utility account manager position

The Altoona Personnel Committee will discuss and consider recommending to the City Council the reclassification of the Utility Account Manager position from non-exempt Grade H to exempt Grade I, as well as updates to the Employee Handbook. Both items are scheduled for the December 18, 2025 Council meeting. The committee will also review minutes from its December 5, 2024 meeting.

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Thu Dec 18, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council to vote on 2026 fee schedule and budget amendment

The Altoona City Council will consider several items including a resolution amending the 2025 budgets, an ordinance setting fees for 2026, a liquor license for Egg Rolls & More, and updates to the employee handbook. A bid for restroom enclosures at Highland and Fairway Parks will also be discussed. One item was removed from the agenda until further notice.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025

Joint Review Board Annual Meeting

Joint Review Board to review TID 3 and TID 4 annual reports

The Joint Review Board will hold its annual meeting to review the performance and status of Tax Incremental Districts No. 3 and No. 4. The board will also consider appointments for a public member and chairperson, approve minutes from the prior year's meeting, and adopt a resolution acknowledging filing of the annual reports. The meeting is primarily procedural, focusing on compliance and oversight of the TIDs.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Plan Commission Meeting

Plan Commission to review Lake Road Townhomes Phase II proposals

The Plan Commission will hold preliminary consultations regarding the development of Phase II of the Lake Road Townhomes. The body will also consider a Certified Survey Map for a parcel in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction.

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Thu Dec 4, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council to consider awarding engineering design for 2026 street reconstruction

The Altoona City Council will consider awarding an engineering design contract for the 2026 Street Reconstruction project and discuss a one-time lease agreement for conduit within the NW utility extension boring. The council will also vote on the annual license renewal for Hillcrest Estates manufactured home community and convene in closed session to discuss the City Administrator's performance evaluation.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

City Council Meeting

City Council to discuss 2026 budget and several land development proposals

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consideration of the 2026 City of Altoona Budget. The meeting also includes multiple public hearings regarding proposed land divisions and specific implementation plans for various parcels.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

Budget Committee Meeting

Budget Committee to discuss final 2026 budget rates

The Altoona Budget Committee will review final drafts of the 2026 proposed budgets, including the mill rate, and consider a recommendation to the City Council on final budget rates. The meeting is open to the public and includes time for miscellaneous business.

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Tue Nov 11, 2025

Plan Commission Meeting

Plan Commission to consider CSMs for Whitetail Woods and a Specific Implementation Plan

The Plan Commission will discuss and consider recommending to the City Council several certified survey maps (CSMs) for subdivisions, including a three-lot CSM on parcel #1820122709153409005 and multiple subdivisions in Whitetail Woods (Lots 5-7, 8-11, 12-14) off 6630 Nine Mile Creek Road, proposed by NAI Commonweal and 5G Development. The commission will also consider a Specific Implementation Plan (SIP) for the NAI Commonweal parcel. Approval of minutes from previous meetings is also on the agenda.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council to discuss rental agreement for old 10th Street Recreation Center

The City Council will consider renewing a rental agreement with the Altoona Historical Society. The body will also hold closed sessions regarding a sewer contract and property development negotiations.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

Budget Committee Meeting

Budget Committee to review 2026 proposed budget drafts

The Budget Committee will meet to discuss the 2026 proposed budget. The discussion will cover the second draft of the General Fund Budget and the TIF 4 Budget.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council to consider $6.1 million bond issuance and zoning code rewrite

The Altoona City Council will vote on issuing $6,115,000 in general obligation promissory notes (Series 2025A) and redeeming older 2016A notes. It will also discuss a health insurance contract renewal with Central States Health Plan and receive a presentation on Phase 3 of the zoning code rewrite. A closed session is scheduled to evaluate the police chief's performance.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Plan Commission Special Meeting

Discussion of Phase 3 chapters for the Zoning and Development Code Rewrite

The Plan Commission will hold a presentation and discussion regarding specific chapters of the city's zoning code rewrite. This item is part of the new business portion of the special meeting.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Plan Commission Meeting

Plan Commission to review multiple subdivision proposals in Whitetail Woods

The Plan Commission will hold preliminary consultations on four proposed Certified Survey Maps (CSMs), including a three-lot CSM by Ryan Erickson and three CSMs by 5G Development reconfiguring lots in Whitetail Woods off Nine Mile Creek Road. No final decisions are expected; these are initial discussions. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

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Thu Oct 9, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council to consider $6,115,000 bond sale and closed session on claim

The Altoona City Council will consider approving a $6,115,000 general obligation promissory note issuance and discuss a Notice of Claim filed by Michelle Sanchez in closed session. The meeting also includes a quarterly tourism report from Visit Eau Claire and routine procedural items like minutes approval and citizen participation.

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Thu Oct 9, 2025

Budget Committee Meeting

Budget Committee reviews 2026 Library and General Fund budgets

The Budget Committee will receive an overview of the proposed 2026 Library Budget and the first draft of the 2026 General Fund Budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily for discussion.

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Thu Sep 25, 2025

Council Meeting

Council to discuss future fire station site in closed session

The Altoona City Council meeting on September 25, 2025, includes a closed session to discuss and possibly take action on a future fire station site. Other business includes consideration of a grant application for public library enhancements and discussion of the East Neighborhood. The meeting also covers approval of prior minutes and a mayoral appointment to the Police and Fire Commission.

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Thu Sep 25, 2025

Budget Committee Mtg

Budget committee to review 2026 proposed budgets for water, sewer, storm, and The Yard

The Budget Committee is meeting to receive an overview of the proposed 2026 budgets for Water/Sewer/Storm and for The Yard. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a review and discussion session.

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Thu Sep 11, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council to consider land divisions in Whitetail Woods Subdivision

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider approval of two Certified Survey Maps (CSMs) for lot divisions within the Whitetail Woods Subdivision off Nine Mile Creek Road. The consent agenda includes discussion of the 2026 special charge for recycling. A presentation of a Fiber Fest Community Award by TDS is also scheduled.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Plan Commission Meeting

Plan Commission to review land divisions and site plans for Whitetail Woods

The Plan Commission will discuss recommendations for two land divisions within the Whitetail Woods Subdivision. The body will also consider conditional approval for five separate site plan applications related to these lots.

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Thu Aug 28, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council to discuss solar investment and fire inspection changes

The City Council will consider a proposed solar infrastructure investment project and a resolution supporting a WisDOT transportation grant application. The body will also discuss changes to the frequency of required fire inspections.

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Thu Aug 28, 2025

Budget Committee Meeting

Budget Committee to discuss TID #3 closure impact and 2026 budgets

The Altoona Budget Committee will hear a presentation on the closure of Tax Increment District #3 and its effect on future mill rates. The committee will also discuss the proposed 2026 Capital Budget and 2026 Debt Service Budgets. These discussions are preparatory for future council decisions.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

Plan Commission Meeting

Plan Commission to review land divisions and comprehensive plan amendment

The Plan Commission will hold preliminary consultations regarding two land division proposals at Whitetail Woods. The body will also discuss a comprehensive plan amendment for a project on US Highway 12.

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Thu Aug 14, 2025

City Council Meeting

City Council to consider municipal code updates and solar infrastructure

The City Council will discuss amendments to the building and public intoxication codes and review a bid for the Hillcrest Estates Safe Room. The body will also hear a presentation on solar infrastructure investments and hold a closed session regarding a future fire station site.

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Thu Aug 14, 2025

Budget Committee Meeting

Budget committee to review proposed 2026 capital projects

The Altoona Budget Committee will discuss the budget process, receive an updated Capital Improvements Plan, and review proposed 2026 capital projects. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

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Tue Jul 29, 2025

Board of Review | Review + Examine Assessment Roll

Board of Review to examine annual assessment roll

This is a procedural meeting of the Altoona Board of Review to review and act on the annual assessment roll. The board will be sworn in, receive the assessor's report, and consider scheduling additional dates if needed.

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Thu Jul 24, 2025

City Council Meeting - NOTE EARLIER TIME

Altoona City Council to consider several traffic and parking ordinances

The City Council will discuss the appointment of a member for District 5 and a rental agreement with the Compassion Coalition. The body is also considering five ordinances related to downtown alcohol consumption areas, one-way streets, and parking changes.

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Tue Jul 22, 2025

Special Plan Commission Meeting

Plan Commission to consider alcohol permit for Iron Horse Saloon

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a conditional use permit for the Iron Horse Saloon, Inc. The request is to allow the operation of a bar with Class "B" Beer and "Class C" Wine licenses.

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Thu Jul 10, 2025

Finance Committee Meeting

Committee to recommend approval of 2024 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report

The Altoona Finance Committee will discuss and consider recommending to the Common Council the approval of the city's 2024 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and audit summary. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its August 8, 2024 meeting.

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Thu Jul 10, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council considers establishing a Downtown Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) District

The City Council will discuss and consider several new business items, including the creation of a downtown alcohol refreshment district and a contract amendment for a townhome project. The body will also review the 2024 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.

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Tue Jul 8, 2025

Plan Commission Meeting

Plan Commission to consider site plans for Bartlett Crossing

The Plan Commission will discuss and consider the approval of four separate site plans. These items all pertain to different lots within the Bartlett Crossing development.

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Thu Jun 26, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council to discuss future fire station site in closed session

The Altoona City Council will consider routine items including approval of refuse hauler licenses for four companies and minutes from the previous meeting. New business includes receipt of an energy efficiency award, a tourism report, and discussion of code enforcement. The council will also convene in closed session to deliberate on purchasing a site for a future fire station, with possible action afterward.

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Thu Jun 12, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council to discuss development of City-owned 80 acres in closed session

The Altoona City Council will consider routine approvals including liquor and tobacco licenses and a Juneteenth proclamation. They will vote on Resolution 6A-25 adopting an All-Hazard Mitigation Plan and review the 2024 Annual Development Report. The council will then enter closed session to discuss a development proposal for an 80-acre city-owned parcel, with possible action to follow.

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Tue Jun 10, 2025

Plan Commission Meeting

Plan Commission to review 2024 Annual Development Report

The Altoona Plan Commission will hold a regular meeting on June 10, 2025, to approve minutes from the May 13 meeting and discuss the 2024 Annual Development Report. Public comment will be accepted during the Citizens Participation Period.

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Thu May 22, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council holds public hearing on zoning code amendment

The Altoona City Council will hold a public hearing on amending Title 19 (Zoning) and consider related ordinances on fences/walls and parking restrictions. The council will also discuss an amendment to the River Prairie Townhome Project, a deferment of water/sewer connection for a property on Bartlett Avenue, and a fire study presentation. Additionally, the council plans to convene in closed session to discuss strategy regarding the City of Eau Claire sewer contract.

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Thu May 22, 2025

Board of Review | Initial Meeting

Board of Review holds initial meeting, adjourns to July 29

This is a procedural initial meeting. The board will select a chair and vice-chair, verify training requirements, and vote to adjourn to a later date (July 29, 2025, from 5-7 p.m.) when the completed assessment roll will be reviewed.

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Tue May 13, 2025

Plan Commission Meeting

Plan Commission to discuss fence permits and Whitetail Woods site plan

The Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit for an 8-foot fence spanning multiple properties. The commission will also review a site plan application for Lot 4 of Whitetail Woods, Phase 1, and discuss a petition to amend the municipal code regarding fences and walls.

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Thu May 8, 2025

City Council Meeting

Altoona council to consider ordinances for container park vendors

The Altoona City Council will meet to approve minutes from the previous month and consider four items regarding a new container park, including ordinances to amend zoning and parking regulations and a contract with a vendor.

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Thu Apr 24, 2025

City Council Regular Meeting

Altoona City Council to approve Whitetail Woods plat and utility bids

The Altoona City Council will consider approving the final plat and developer agreement for the Whitetail Woods project, along with awarding bids for utility extensions, pavement preservation, and road reconstruction. The meeting will also include a resolution recognizing World Migratory Bird Day.

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Tue Apr 22, 2025

Special Plan Commission Meeting

Plan Commission to recommend approval of Final Plat of Whitetail Woods

The Altoona Plan Commission will consider recommending approval of the Final Plat for the Whitetail Woods subdivision to the City Council. This is the only substantive item on an otherwise procedural agenda. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for their regular meeting on April 24, 2025.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

City Council Organizational Meeting

Council to elect president, set board review date

This is the Altoona City Council's organizational meeting, where newly elected alderpersons will be sworn in and the council will elect a president, set a date for the Initial Board of Review Meeting, and consider mayoral appointments and chairpersons. The meeting includes standard procedural items like citizen participation and reports.

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Thu Apr 10, 2025

City Council Meeting

Altoona council to approve street reconstruction and pavement contracts

The Altoona City Council will consider approving a resolution for the 7th Street West reconstruction project and awarding contracts for the Annual Pavement Replacement Program and Water Service & Curb Repair. The meeting also includes proclamations for Earth Day and Arbor Day.

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Tue Apr 8, 2025

Plan Commission Meeting

Altoona Plan Commission to consider 12-unit site plan at Bartlett Crossing

The Altoona Plan Commission will meet to discuss and consider approval or denial of a site plan for a 12-unit multifamily building in Phase 1 of Bartlett Crossing. Other agenda items include approval of the February 11, 2025 meeting minutes and a citizen participation period.

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Thu Mar 27, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council to weigh 7th Street West reconstruction, TID housing extension, and Sojourner House funding

The Altoona City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025 7th Street West Reconstruction project, which includes special assessments on benefited properties. The council will also consider resolutions to extend and terminate Tax Increment District 3, award the reconstruction bid, and approve a one-time funding request from the Eau Claire Area Foundation to keep Sojourner House open year-round. Additional items include a stormwater report and amendments to the Whitetail Woods TID agreement.

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Thu Mar 13, 2025

City Council Meeting

Altoona council to discuss police report, park projects, and road reconstruction

The Altoona Common Council will meet to approve minutes, receive the 2024 Police Department report, and discuss several projects including LED lighting for Cinder City Park, a storm safe room agreement, a sauna lease in River Prairie Park, and a 7th Street W reconstruction assessment.

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Thu Feb 27, 2025

City Council Meeting

Council to vote on fee schedule and water/sewer ordinance changes

The Altoona City Council will consider approving two ordinances: one amending the city's fee schedule for building permits (Ordinance 2B-25) and another amending water and sewer code regarding deferment of connection requirements (Ordinance 2C-25). A proposed ordinance on construction hours (Ordinance 2A-25) has been removed from the agenda. The meeting also includes procedural items such as approval of previous minutes, reports, and public comment.

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Thu Feb 13, 2025

City Council Meeting

Altoona Council to discuss FEMA grant and zoning code rewrite

The Altoona City Council will convene to discuss a FEMA Community Safe Room Grant agreement, a zoning code rewrite, and an electrical easement. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding a sewer contract.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025

Plan Commission Meeting

Plan Commission to discuss zoning code re-write

The Altoona Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss Phase II of the zoning and development code re-write. The meeting is held at City Hall.

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Thu Jan 23, 2025

City Council Meeting

Altoona council to discuss youth sports, traffic cameras, and closed session

The Altoona City Council will discuss approving a 2025 youth softball and baseball agreement, allocating capital funds for traffic cameras, and convening in closed session to discuss property acquisition.

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