Fond du Lac, WI

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Fond du LacWI averageUS Census ACS

Population

44,491

Per-capita income

$33,007

Median home value

$161,300

Bachelor's or higher

22%

Typical home value $264,914 +4.6% yr/yr · +43.1% 5-yr

Home-value trend 2008–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)

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👤 Members & officials (42)

Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.

Who’s on the Advisory Park Board

Miller
Miller Margaret Hefter

Who’s on the Advisory Park Board Agenda

Greymont
Albrandt
Deliberate
Mick
Misudek
Misudek Discuss
Misudek Margaret Hefter
Zimmermann
Zimmermann Margaret Hefter

Who’s on the Alcohol License Committee

Gravelle
Kolstad
Schuessler
Schuessler INPUT

Who’s on the Alcohol Licensing Committee

Gravelle
Hiller
Schuessler
Schuessler INPUT
Schuessler Margaret Hefter
Strong
Strong INPUT
Strong Langolf
Strong Margaret Hefter

Who’s on the Board of Appeals

Labahn
Qualmann
Snyder
Snyder HEARINGS
Snyder Margaret Hefter
Vande Avond
Vande Avond HEARINGS

Who’s on the City Plan Commission

Leonhard
Leonhard Margaret Hefter
Hans
Ann
Mullen
Mullen Margaret Hefter
Schumacher

Who’s on the Downtown Architectual Review Board

Kent
Kent Margaret Hefter
Matthew Margaret Hefter
Matthew PROJECT UPDATES

Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances

Total revenue$87.0M (FY2023)

Total spending$92.8M (FY2023)

Taxes$34.6M (FY2023)

Debt outstanding$163.4M (FY2023)

Spending per resident$2,081 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey

202515 housing units ($5.5M)

Recent meetings

Wed Sep 30, 2026

Advisory Parking & Traffic Board - CANCELED

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Wed Sep 30, 2026

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Wed Sep 30, 2026

Downtown Architectual Review Board

Fond du Lac board reviews exterior signage, painting, awnings at three downtown addresses

The Downtown Architectural Review Board meets to approve prior minutes and consider three action items on downtown buildings. Two involve exterior signage and painting at 75 S Main Street and 177 S Main Street. A third item concerns a North Main Street Corridor Grant application for exterior epoxy concrete work at 280 N Main Street. The agenda lists no dollar amounts or public hearings.

75 S Main Street: exterior signage proposed by Focus Hobby Shop
177 S Main Street: exterior painting, awnings, and signage proposed by The Goldsmith
280 N Main Street: North Main Street Corridor Grant application for exterior epoxy concrete alterations by Death Decor Tattoo and Gallery
Approval of September 1, 2026 minutes

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1. CALL TO ORDER A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. September 1, 2026 Minutes 3. ACTIONS A. 75 S Main Street Proposal: Exterior Signage Applicant: Focus Hobby Shop B. 177 S Main Street Proposal: Exterior painting, awnings, and signage Applicant: The Goldsmith C. North Main Street Corridor Grant Application Location: 280 N Main Street Proposal: Exterior Alterations - Epoxy Concrete Applicant: Death Decor Tattoo and Gallery 4. ADJOURN

Wed Sep 30, 2026

Board of Appeals

Board to hear two zoning variance appeals, one withdrawn

The Fond du Lac Board of Appeals will consider two variance requests: one for an accessory structure in a street yard setback at 974 Country Club Lane, and another for a parking pad and driveway widening at 720 Rienzi Road. A third appeal (2026-05) has been withdrawn by the applicant. The meeting also includes approval of the August 3, 2026 minutes.

Appeal No. 2026-04: Variance to allow accessory structure in street yard setback at 974 Country Club Lane (Ryan Yuds).
Appeal No. 2026-05: Withdrawn application for 720 Rienzi Road (Abacus Architects and Fond du Lac Christian School).
Appeal No. 2026-06: Variance for parking pad encroaching into 8-foot setback and driveway widening at 289 Maple Ave (Paul Thelen).
Approval of August 3, 2026 minutes.

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1. CALL TO ORDER A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. August 3, 2026 Minutes 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Appeal No. 2026-04 974 Country Club Lane Ryan Yuds Zoning Code Regulations: 720-11 Accessory Buildings and Uses C. Permitted Accessory Buildings Accessory buildings and uses may be located in required yards only where specifically permitted by this section. (21) Garden/storage sheds, playhouses, and similar accessory structures: permitted in interior side and rear yards. Variance Request: Allow for an accessory structure within the street yard setback area. B. Appeal No. 2026-05 720 Rienzi Road Abacus Architects and Fond du Lac Christian School The application has been withdrawn by the applicant. C. Appeal No. 2026-06 289 Maple Ave Paul Thelen Zoning Code Regulations: 720-79 Off-Street Parking C. Area and Access (1) Minimum parking space size: 9 feet × 18 feet, excluding drives, aisles, and obstructions. (3) One uncovered parking space may be located alongside a garage if it is at least 8 feet from a side/rear lot line, does not interfere with drainage, and is screened. Maximum size: 12 feet × 18 feet. E. Driveways (1)(a) For single-and two-family residences, driveways may be up to 24 feet wide at the front lot line and may widen toward the garage only as permitted by the ordi …

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Thu Sep 24, 2026

Alcohol Licensing Committee - CANCELED

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Thu Sep 24, 2026

Advisory Park Board

Park board to hear updates on playground, pool, and Lakeside Park loop

The Fond du Lac Advisory Park Board is meeting to review the August minutes and hear reports from the Parks Superintendent and Public Works Director. Items include updates on the Paul Butzen Park playground, Lakeside Park Food Truck Festival, Taylor Pool vinyl liner, winterization, holiday lights, Lakeside Park Loop improvements, and historical park signs. No formal action items are listed.

Paul Butzen Park playground update
Lakeside Park Food Truck Festival update
Taylor Pool vinyl liner update
Lakeside Park Loop improvements
Historical park signs

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1. ATTENDANCE Declaration Quorum Present 2. CONSENT AGENDA A. August 24, 2026 Minutes 3. INPUT ITEMS A. Audience Comments (Agenda and Non-Agenda Items) The Presiding Officer Shall Limit Non-Agenda Items To One Minute Speaking Time And Items Noticed On The Agenda To Five Minutes Speaking Time. B. September Park Superintendent Report Paul Butzen Park Playground Update Lakeside Park Food Truck Festival Update Taylor Pool Vinyl Liner Update Winterization of Parks Christmas/Holiday Lights Presented By: Parks Superintendent, John Redmond C. Lakeside Park Loop Improvements Presented By: Director of Public Works, Paul DeVries and Friends of the Fond du Lac Loop D. Historical Park Signs Presented By: Director of Public Works, Paul DeVries 4. ACTION ITEMS 5. ADJOURN

Thu Sep 24, 2026

Advisory Park Board

Park board to hear updates on playground, pool, and Lakeside Loop improvements

The Fond du Lac Advisory Park Board is meeting to approve the August minutes and hear reports from the Parks Superintendent and Public Works Director. Topics include the Paul Butzen Park playground, Lakeside Park food truck festival, Taylor Pool liner, winterization, holiday lights, Lakeside Park Loop improvements, and historical park signs. No formal action items are listed.

Paul Butzen Park playground update
Lakeside Park Food Truck Festival update
Taylor Pool vinyl liner update
Lakeside Park Loop improvements
Historical park signs

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Wed Sep 23, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning, comprehensive plan amendment, and grants

The Fond du Lac City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including a rezoning request, an amendment to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, approval of a federal grant application, utility easements, and a liquor license agent change. A public hearing is scheduled for the Justice Assistance Grant program. The agenda also includes routine consent items and proclamations.

Rezoning 1.405 acres from A Agricultural to R-1 Single-Family Residential (FDL-15-18-05-33-747-00)
Ordinance amending the 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Resolution approving grant application for Edward Byrne Memorial JAG Program
Utility easements to Spectrum Mid-America, LLC and Alliant Energy on city-owned land
Change of agent for Walmart #1643 liquor license (Timothy Speth)

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1. CALL TO ORDER A. Roll Call B. Declaration a Quorum Is Present C. Pledge of Allegiance and Silent Reflection 2. PROCLAMATIONS A. A Proclamation Recognizing October 4th-10th, 2026 As Fire Prevention Week 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. FY2026 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program 4. CONSENT AGENDA A. September 9, 2026 Minutes B. List Of Claims Dated September 17, 2026 5. AUDIENCE COMMENTS (Agenda and Non-agenda items) 6. ACTION ITEMS A. Change Of Agent "Class A" Intoxicating Liquor and Class "A" Fermented Malt Entity: Wal-Mart Stores East, LP Agent Name: Timothy Speth d/b/a: Walmart #1643 Business Address: 377 N Rolling Meadows Drive Introduction: City Clerk B. Resolution No. 9262 A Resolution Reviewing And Approving Grant Application From The Edward Bryne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program Introduction: Chief of Police C. Resolution No. 9263 A Resolution Authorizing The Grant Of A Utility Easement To Spectrum Mid-America, LLC Across Lands Owned By The City Of Fond du Lac Introduction: City Engineer D. Resolution No. 9264 A Resolution Authorizing The Grant Of A Utility Easement To Alliant Energy Across Lands Owned By The City Of Fond du Lac Introduction: City Engineer E. Resolution No. 9265 A Resolution Declaring Official Intent To Reimburse Expenditures From Proceeds Of Borrowing Intr …

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Tue Sep 22, 2026

Alcohol Licensing Committee - CANCELED

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Mon Sep 21, 2026

Advisory Park Board - CANCELED

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Mon Sep 21, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission - CANCELED

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Thu Sep 17, 2026

City Plan Commission

Plan Commission to weigh rezone, oil change shop, adult day care

The Fond du Lac City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a comprehensive plan amendment to change land use from Parks & Open Space to Residential on Ledgewood Drive, and on special use permits for an automotive oil change facility at 402 W Johnson Street and an adult day care at 97 S Pioneer Road. The commission will also consider granting easements to Alliant Energy and Spectrum, and review the five-year Capital Improvement Plan for 2027-2031.

Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 7: change land use from Parks & Open Space to Residential on Ledgewood Drive, west of Ridgewood Court
Special Use Permit 2026-06: automotive oil change facility at 402 W Johnson Street (Driven Brands Inc.)
Special Use Permit 2026-07: adult day care at 97 S Pioneer Road (Vista Care)
Easement for Alliant Energy at 16 E 1st Street
Easement for Spectrum on Doty Street

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1. ROLL CALL A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2. AUDIENCE COMMENTS The Presiding Officer Shall Limit Comments To Items Noticed On The Agenda 3. CONSENT AGENDA A. August 17, 2026 Minutes 4. PUBLIC HEARING A. Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 7 Request: Change comprehensive plan land use designations from Parks & Open Space to Residential Location: Ledgewood Drive, west of Ridgewood Court.(FDL-15-18-05-33-747-00) B. Special Use Permit 2026-06 Location: 402 W Johnson Street Applicant: Driven Brands Inc. Proposal: Allow for an Automotive Oil Change Facility in the C-2 General Business District C. Special Use Permit 2026-07 Location: 97 S Pioneer Road Applicant: Vista Care Proposal: Allow an Adult Day Care in the C-2 General Business District 5. ACTION A. Granting Easement for Alliant Energy Location: 16 E 1st Street B. Granting Easement for Spectrum Location: Doty Street (FDL-15-17-10-42-291-01) C. Five Year (2027-2031) Capital Improvement Plan 6. ADJOURN

Thu Sep 17, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning, JAG grant, utility easements

The Fond du Lac City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including a rezoning request, approval of a federal grant application, utility easements, and a comprehensive plan amendment. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the JAG grant and a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week.

Public hearing and resolution to approve application for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program
Ordinance No. 3835 to rezone 1.405 acres from A Agricultural to R-1 Single-Family Residential (parcel FDL-15-18-05-33-747-00)
Ordinance No. 3834 amending the 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Resolution No. 9263 granting utility easement to Spectrum Mid-America, LLC
Resolution No. 9264 granting utility easement to Alliant Energy

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Wed Sep 16, 2026

City Council - Special Budget Meeting

Council reviews 2027 budget and capital improvement plan

The Fond du Lac City Council is holding a special meeting to review the proposed 2027 budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The City Manager and Director of Administration will present the budget and CIP, followed by council questions and motions to change them. The Plan Commission's recommendation on the CIP will also be considered.

2027 budget presentation and overview
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) presentation and overview
Plan Commission recommendation on CIP
Council motions to change budget and CIP

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1. CALL TO ORDER A. Roll Call B. Declaration Quorum Present C. Pledge of Allegiance and Silent Reflection 2. 2027 BUDGET AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN OVERVIEW A. Process For Budget Approval - City Manager and Director of Administration B. Budget Presentation and Overview Presented By: City Manager and Director of Administration 1) Questions from Council 2) Motions to change budget C. CIP Presentation and Overview Presented By: City Manager and Director of Administration 1)Plan Commission Recommendation 2)Motions to change CIP 3. ADJOURN

Tue Sep 15, 2026

Board of Appeals - CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF QUORUM

Board of Appeals meeting canceled due to lack of quorum

The Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for September 14, 2026, was canceled because a quorum was not present. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for October 5, 2026. No agenda items were discussed.

Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
Next meeting tentatively scheduled for October 5, 2026

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1. Please be advised that the meeting scheduled for September 14, 2026 for the Board of Appeals has been CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF QUORUM . The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for October 5 , 2026.

Tue Sep 15, 2026

County Board 9-15-26

County Board to vote on crisis services reorganization and opioid fund redirect

The Fond du Lac County Board will consider several resolutions, including reorganizing Crisis Intervention Services, redirecting $50,000 in opioid funds, and amending county ordinances. The board will also act on appointments, a claim disallowance, and receive reports from the Medical Examiner and Finance Committee.

Resolution 31-26: Reorganize Crisis Intervention Services within Clinical Services Division, effective Nov 1, 2026
Resolution 32-26: Redirect $50,000 opioid funds from Drug Court Treatment Program to Gratitude Club for Phoenix Nest construction
Resolution 34-26: Authorize easement for powered fiber communication cabinet with WIN, LLC
Resolutions 35-26 & 36-26: Terminate airport hangar leases with Karl Pennau and Gregory Stratz; new leases with K TEE II, LLC and Greg Stratz Living Trust
Resolution 38-26: Amend Chapter 34 (Deputy Reserve) and Chapter 43 (Fairgrounds fees)

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AGENDA OF MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE FOND DU LAC COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 6:00 pm CDT, Tuesday, September 15, 2026 CITY-COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER, LEGISLATIVE CHAMBERS 160 S. MACY STREET, FOND DU LAC Presentation of the Colors: Campbellsport Fire Department. MINUTES a. Approve minutes of the August 18, 2026, meeting of the Fond du Lac County Board. APPOINTMENT a. Recommendation by County Executive Sam Kaufman for the appointment of Michael J. Streetar to the Fond du Lac County Historical Society Board of Directors. COMMUNICATION a. Recommendation by Corporation Counsel Meggin McNamara for the disallowance of a claim filed on behalf of Rebecca J. Holzmann. REPORTS a. 2025 Annual Report of the Fond du Lac County Medical Examiner's Office by Medical Examiner Adam Covach. b. Report of the Finance, Personnel and Economic Development Committee on mileage, per diem and expenses for August, 2026. RESOLUTIONS FINANCE, PERSONNEL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE a. RESOLUTION NO. 31-26 Resolution authorizing the reorganization of Fond du Lac County Crisis Intervention Services as outlined in the attached reorganizational chart, within the Clinical Services Division of the Department of Human Services effective November 1, 2026. (Joint with Health and Human Development Committee). b. | RESOLUTION NO. 32-26 Resolution redirecting use of $50,000 opioid funds allocated in Resolution No. 77-24 from the Fond du Lac County Drug Court Treatment Program to the Gratitude Club …

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Tue Sep 15, 2026

Advisory Parking & Traffic Board - CANCELED

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Tue Sep 15, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission - CANCELED

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Mon Sep 14, 2026

Board of Appeals - Canceled

Board of Appeals meeting canceled due to lack of quorum

The Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for September 14, 2026, has been canceled because a quorum was not reached. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for October 5, 2026. No other business is listed on this agenda.

Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
Next meeting tentatively scheduled for October 5, 2026

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Fri Sep 11, 2026

City Plan Commission

Plan Commission to weigh residential rezoning, oil change, adult day care

The Fond du Lac City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and take action on several items, including a comprehensive plan amendment to change land use from Parks & Open Space to Residential on Ledgewood Drive, and two special use permits for an automotive oil change facility and an adult day care. The commission will also consider granting easements to Alliant Energy and Spectrum, and review the Five Year (2027-2031) Capital Improvement Plan.

Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 7: Change land use from Parks & Open Space to Residential at Ledgewood Drive, west of Ridgewood Court (FDL-15-18-05-33-747-00)
Special Use Permit 2026-06: Automotive Oil Change Facility at 402 W Johnson Street (Applicant: Driven Brands Inc.)
Special Use Permit 2026-07: Adult Day Care at 97 S Pioneer Road (Applicant: Vista Care)
Granting Easement for Alliant Energy at 16 E 1st Street
Granting Easement for Spectrum at Doty Street (FDL-15-17-10-42-291-01)

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Thu Sep 10, 2026

County Board 9-15-26

County Board to vote on crisis services reorganization and opioid fund redirect

The Fond du Lac County Board will consider several resolutions, including reorganizing Crisis Intervention Services, redirecting $50,000 in opioid funds, and amending county ordinances. The board will also act on an appointment, a claim disallowance, and receive reports from the Medical Examiner and Finance Committee.

Resolution 31-26: Reorganize Crisis Intervention Services within Clinical Services Division, effective Nov 1, 2026
Resolution 32-26: Redirect $50,000 opioid funds from Drug Court Treatment Program to Gratitude Club for Phoenix Nest construction
Resolution 35-26: Terminate airport hangar lease with Karl Pennau, new lease with K TEE II, LLC for LOT SE-06
Resolution 36-26: Terminate airport hangar lease with Gregory Stratz, new lease with Greg Stratz Living Trust for LOT SE-04
Resolution 34-26: Authorize easement for powered fiber communication cabinet with WIN, LLC

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Wed Sep 9, 2026

City Council

City Council to vote on liquor license and land sale options

The Fond du Lac City Council will decide on liquor licensing and land sale options. They will also hear presentations from regional and downtown partnerships. A closed session will discuss a potential industrial park property purchase.

Class A liquor license for Citgo at 136 W Scott St
Permit for Fond du Lac Festivals to sell fermented malt beverages at Lakeside Park during FallToberFest
Ordinance update to recycling rules per Wisconsin DNR code
Possible sale of land in Fox Ridge Business Park
Closed session to discuss purchasing an industrial park lot

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1. CALL TO ORDER A. Roll Call B. Declaration a Quorum Is Present C. Pledge of Allegiance and Silent Reflection 2. CONSENT AGENDA A. List Of Claims Dated August 31, 2026 B. August 26, 2026 Minutes 3. AUDIENCE COMMENTS (Agenda and Non-agenda items) 4. ACTION ITEMS A. "Class A" Intoxicating Liquor and Class "A" Fermented Malt License Corporation: Sarpanch Scott St Inc Agent Name: Davinder Singh d/b/a: Citgo 136 W Scott St Business Address: 136 W Scott Street Introduction: City Clerk B. Permit To Sell Fermented Malt Beverages On Park Property Entity: Fond du Lac Festivals, Inc. Event: FallToberFest Location: Lakeside Park Date: October 10, 2026 Introduction: City Clerk C. Ordinance No. 3833 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 556 Solid Waste, Article II Recycling To Reflect Recent Changes To Wisconsin Department Of Natural Resources Administrative Code Introduction: Director of Public Works 5. PRESENTATION OF INPUT ITEMS A. Destination Lake Winnebago Region Annual Presentation Presented By: Executive Director, Craig Molitor B. Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership Annual Plan Presented By: Executive Director, Brittany Machleit 6. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION A. Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons re …

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Wed Sep 9, 2026

Police & Fire Commission

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Police & Fire Commission

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Wed Sep 9, 2026

City Council

Council to consider liquor license, recycling ordinance, and land sale

The Fond du Lac City Council will vote on several action items, including a new liquor license for a Citgo station, a park beer permit for FallToberFest, an ordinance updating recycling rules to match state code, and a resolution challenging the preliminary population estimate. The council will also hear annual presentations from local tourism and downtown groups, then enter closed session to discuss purchasing a lot in the Industrial Park, followed by a possible vote on selling land in Fox Ridge Business Park.

Class A liquor and fermented malt license for Sarpanch Scott St Inc, d/b/a Citgo, 136 W Scott St
Permit for Fond du Lac Festivals to sell fermented malt beverages at FallToberFest, Lakeside Park, Oct 10, 2026
Ordinance No. 3833 amending Chapter 556 Solid Waste recycling to align with DNR code
Resolution No. 9261 authorizing challenge to preliminary population estimate
Resolution No. 9260 authorizing option and possible sale of land in Fox Ridge Business Park

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1. CALL TO ORDER A. Roll Call B. Declaration a Quorum Is Present C. Pledge of Allegiance and Silent Reflection 2. CONSENT AGENDA A. List Of Claims Dated August 31, 2026 B. August 26, 2026 Minutes 3. AUDIENCE COMMENTS (Agenda and Non-agenda items) 4. ACTION ITEMS A. "Class A" Intoxicating Liquor and Class "A" Fermented Malt License Corporation: Sarpanch Scott St Inc Agent Name: Davinder Singh d/b/a: Citgo 136 W Scott St Business Address: 136 W Scott Street Introduction: City Clerk B. Permit To Sell Fermented Malt Beverages On Park Property Entity: Fond du Lac Festivals, Inc. Event: FallToberFest Location: Lakeside Park Date: October 10, 2026 Introduction: City Clerk C. Ordinance No. 3833 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 556 Solid Waste, Article II Recycling To Reflect Recent Changes To Wisconsin Department Of Natural Resources Administrative Code Introduction: Director of Public Works D. Resolution No. 9261 A Resolution Authorizing A Challenge To Preliminary Population Estimate Introduction: Community Development Director 5. PRESENTATION OF INPUT ITEMS A. Destination Lake Winnebago Region Annual Presentation Presented By: Executive Director, Craig Molitor B. Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership Annual Plan Presented By: Executive Director, Brittany Machleit 6. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION A. Deliberating or negotiating th …

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Wed Sep 9, 2026

City Council - Special Budget Meeting

City Council reviews 2027 budget and capital plan

The Fond du Lac City Council is holding a special meeting to review the proposed 2027 budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). City staff will present the budget and CIP, followed by council questions and motions to make changes. The Plan Commission's recommendation on the CIP will also be considered.

2027 budget presentation and overview
2027 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) presentation and overview
Plan Commission recommendation on CIP
Council motions to change budget or CIP

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Wed Sep 9, 2026

Advisory Parking & Traffic Board - Cancelled

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Tue Sep 1, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

Commission to review designation of historic structure at 67 W Division Street

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review a proposal to designate a historic structure, specifically a memorial monument honoring Rev. Newell D. Stanley located at 67 W Division Street. The meeting includes procedural items such as attendance, approval of minutes, and public comments.

Review of historic structure designation for memorial monument at 67 W Division Street

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1. CALL TO ORDER A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. July 15, 2026 Minutes 3. AUDIENCE COMMENTS A. The Presiding Officer shall limit comments to items noticed only on the agenda. 4. REVIEW - DESIGNATION OF HISTORIC STRUCTURE A. Historic Structure - Memorial Monument honoring Rev. Newell D. Stanley Location: 67 W Division Street 5. ADJOURN

Tue Sep 1, 2026

Alcohol Licensing Committee

Committee to review alcohol license applications for local businesses and events

The Fond du Lac Alcohol Licensing Committee will review one new Class A liquor license application and three temporary Class B licenses for upcoming community events. The meeting is primarily procedural with no major decisions expected.

Class A liquor license for Sarpanch Scott St Inc (Citgo, 136 W Scott St)
Temporary Class B license for Holy Family Catholic Community (Awards Ceremony, 9/16/2026)
Temporary Class B license for Fond du Lac Festivals Inc (Fondy FallToberFest, 10/10/2026)
Temporary Class B license for Big Brother Big Sisters (Halloweenie Street Party, 10/30/2026)

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1. ROLL CALL Attendance Declaration Quorum Present 2. CONSENT AGENDA A. July 27, 2026 Minutes 3. INPUT The Presiding Officer Shall Limit Comments To Items Noticed On The Agenda 4. ACTION A. "Class A" Intoxicating Liquor and Class "A" Fermented Malt License Corporation: Sarpanch Scott St Inc Agent Name: Davinder Singh d/b/a: Citgo 136 W Scott St Business Address: 136 W Scott Street B. Temporary Class "B" Licenses/Picnic Licenses Holy Family Catholic Community(Awards Ceremony - 9/16/2026) Fond du Lac Festivals, Inc (Fondy FallToberFest 10/10/2026) Big Brother Big Sisters(Halloweenie Street Party - 10/30/2026) 5. ADJOURN

Tue Sep 1, 2026

Downtown Architectual Review Board

Board to review new windows and lighting at 101 S Main Street

The Downtown Architectural Review Board will hold a routine meeting to elect officers, approve minutes, and review a proposal for exterior alterations at 101 S Main Street. The applicant, M2 Solutions/Ben Meyer & Aaron Michael, seeks approval for new windows and lighting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
Approval of July 7, 2026 minutes
Exterior alterations (new windows & lighting) at 101 S Main Street by M2 Solutions

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1. CALL TO ORDER A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2. ELECTION OF OFFICERS A. Elect Chairperson B. Elect Vice-Chairperson 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. July 7, 2026 Minutes 4. ACTIONS A. 101 S Main Street Proposal: Exterior Alterations - New Windows & Lighting Applicant: M2 Solutions/Ben Meyer & Aaron Michael 5. ADJOURN

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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)

Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.

$8.0M	FIVES GIDDINGS & LEWIS, LLC Department of Defense · 7 AXIS MACHINE
$5.3M	FIVES GIDDINGS & LEWIS, LLC Department of Defense · BORING MILL, MOUNTING PAD, PROGRAMMING SUPPORT AND TOOLING SUPPORT
$382,379	CROSSROADS CARE CENTER OF FOND DU LAC LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: FY24 1358 COST REPORTING OCTOBER 1, 2023 -MAY 31, 2024
$292,118	FEDCO ELECTRONICS, INC Department of Defense · 8511066244!BATTERY,NONRECHARGE
$248,035	BRUNSWICK CORP Department of Defense · MERCURY SEAPRO 300 OUTBOARD ENGINES AND LOWER GEAR CASE TRANSMISSION
$207,311	BRUNSWICK CORP Department of Defense · MERCURY MARINE ENGINE REPLACEMENT PARTS
$197,191	FOND DU LAC COUNTY Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: FY24 1358 COST REPORTING OCTOBER 1, 2024 -JUNE 30, 202
$176,364	BRUNSWICK CORP Department of Defense · MERCURY VERADO 300 XL SEAPRO AMS DTS MERCURY VERADO 300 CXL SEAPRO AMS
$173,720	CROSSROADS CARE CENTER OF FOND DU LAC LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT FY25 1ST TO 2ND QTR OCTOBER 1, 2024 THROUGH MARCH 31,
$136,259	CROSSROADS CARE CENTER OF FOND DU LAC LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: FY23 3RD - 4TH QTR COSTS REPORTING APRIL 1, 2023 - SEP

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Fond du Lac County)

County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.

Net migration-49 people (-$13.9M net AGI · 2023)

Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Flood": 4, "Severe Storm": 3, "Biological": 2, "Tornado": · last Sat Apr 4, 2020)

Traffic fatalities2 (1 pedestrian · 2024)

Business establishments2,227 (42,508 employees · 2023)

Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,074/mo (1,008 assisted households · 2025)

Adults with low literacy14.2% (low numeracy 23% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

332

Recorded votes

$87.0M

Annual budget

$163.4M

Debt outstanding

Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$87.0M

Spending$92.8M

Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.

Debt load HIGH

Outstanding debt$163.4M

Debt-to-revenue1.88×

Debt-load index82 / 100

A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids

0.475

All kids

0.461

Black kids

0.302

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Where it’s happening

geocoded land-use decisions

🗺 Interactive map

Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.

Meeting archives

2025 (58 meetings)

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