{
 "city": "Merrimac",
 "state": "WI",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/merrimacwi.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-21",
 "upcoming": [],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "July 14 Village Board",
   "headline": "Village Board to discuss Sunrise Shore subdivision re-plat and park relocation",
   "summary": "The Merrimac Village Board will consider a proposal to re-plat the Sunrise Shore subdivision, removing existing lot lines and roads and relocating a public park lot adjacent to the current park. Other notable items include a conditional use permit for a shed and boathouse, purchase of water treatment equipment, and a picnic license for Bar Buddies Merrimac, Inc.",
   "agenda_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/DRAFT_AGENDA_7-14-26(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/FINAL_Board_Minutes_7-14-26.pdf",
   "source": "https://merrimacwi.gov"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "June 9 Village Board",
   "headline": "Board to discuss developer agreement with Colsac Lodge in closed session",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider liquor license renewals for Candy's Merrimac Café and Mac's Pub & Grub, and a new license for Ferry X-ing Bar & Grill. They will also discuss switching fuel providers from Consumers Cooperative to Crawford Oil & Propane, evaluate repair options for a Palisade Street runoff issue, and review a sewer main repair on Church Street. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a developer's agreement with Colsac Lodge, LLC.",
   "agenda_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/FINAL_AGENDA_6-9-26(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/FINAL_Board_Minutes_6-9-26.pdf",
   "source": "https://merrimacwi.gov"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "May 12 Village Board",
   "headline": "Board to consider allowing trustees to serve on Plan Commission",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider amending Ordinance § 9-3 to allow up to two Village Trustees to serve on the Plan Commission. The board will also vote on a temporary Class B beer license for the Merrimac Fire & Rescue for the Community Festival, and approve roughly $33,060 in outstanding bills. Appointments to the Plan Commission, Board of Appeals, Ambulance Committee, and Fire Commission are on the agenda, along with a report on FEMA disaster assistance for April 14 storm damage.",
   "agenda_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/DRAFT_AGENDA_5-12-26(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/DRAFT_Board_Minutes_5-12-26.pdf",
   "source": "https://merrimacwi.gov"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "April 14 Village Board",
   "headline": "Village Board to consider Colsac Lodge highway access, TIF incentives",
   "summary": "The Merrimac Village Board will review routine financial reports and pay bills totaling $34,984.59. They will discuss a proposed highway modification for hotel access, consider a conditional use permit for a boathouse, and vote on draft TIF incentive policies and a facade grant program. The meeting also includes reports from committees and staff, plus resolutions honoring two individuals.",
   "agenda_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/DRAFT_AGENDA_4-21-26(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/FINAL_DRAFT_Board_Minutes_4-21-26.pdf",
   "source": "https://merrimacwi.gov"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-10",
   "body": "March 10 Village Board",
   "headline": "Village Board to consider conditional use permit for shed, TIF grant, and water utility bills",
   "summary": "The Merrimac Village Board will review a consent agenda including minutes, financial reports, and $101,222.72 in outstanding bills. Key items include a conditional use permit for a shed at 615 Lake WI Dr., a TIF grant application for the Colsac Lodge, and updates on the wastewater treatment plant and water utility projects.",
   "agenda_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/DRAFT_AGENDA_3-10-26(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/DRAFT_Board_Minutes_3-10-26(1).pdf",
   "source": "https://merrimacwi.gov"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-10",
   "body": "February 10 Village Board",
   "headline": "Village Board to pay $325,468 in bills and discuss fire protection MOU update",
   "summary": "The Merrimac Village Board will review the consent agenda, approve payments totaling $325,468.33, and discuss several operational items including a compensatory time payout, an update to the fire protection MOU, and policy review. Reports from committees and staff will cover park projects, wellhouse updates, and a final SDWLP disbursement request.",
   "agenda_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/DRAFT_AGENDA_2-10-26(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/DRAFT_Board_Minutes_2-10-26_FINAL(1).pdf",
   "source": "https://merrimacwi.gov"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-05",
   "body": "Meeting",
   "headline": "Parks & Rec to discuss community survey and outdoor recreation plan",
   "summary": "The Merrimac Parks & Recreation Committee will meet to discuss the development of a community survey and the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. The meeting includes a call to order, public input, and a report from the Village Administrator.",
   "agenda_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/2-4-2026_Parks__Rec_Meeting_Agenda(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://merrimacwi.gov"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-13",
   "body": "January 13 Village Board",
   "headline": "Village Board to review 2025 Chamber report, approve $31,965 in bills",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider paying $31,965.90 in outstanding bills, hear a 2025 review and 2026 proposed expenditures from the Sauk Prairie Chamber of Commerce, and discuss creating a policy handbook for village staff. Other items include an operator's permit for Mac's Pub & Grub, wastewater treatment performance, and employee compensation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/DRAFT_AGENDA_1-13-26(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://merrimacwi.gov/vertical/sites/%7BCBEFE108-6CEC-4014-B024-0697DD562493%7D/uploads/FINAL_Board_Minutes_1-13-26(1).pdf",
   "source": "https://merrimacwi.gov"
  }
 ]
}