Prescott, Wisconsin
Upcoming
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions to approve a conditional use permit and site plan for a 59-unit assisted living facility at 445 Court Street. The commission will also review a certified survey map adjusting lot dimensions for parcels at 501 Sunset Court and 1201 Pearl St., and discuss scheduling a public hearing on proposed zoning code changes for conditional uses at the August 3 meeting.
- Public hearing and possible action on Conditional Use Permit for assisted living facility (59 units, 67 bedrooms) at 445 Court Street
- Consideration of resolution approving site plan review for the assisted-living development at 445 Court Street
- Certified survey map to adjust lot dimensions for Lot 1 (501 Sunset Court) and Lot 2 (1201 Pearl St.)
- Review and consideration to hold a public hearing on zoning code changes for conditional uses at the August 3, 2026 meeting
Recent meetings
Fire and EMS Commission
The Prescott Area Fire and EMS Commission will discuss and potentially adopt a policy on fatal‑accident billing and review Resolution 01-17. It will also receive updates on fire‑truck funding and the cost‑sharing plan for the new fire and EMS station. Finance reports for May 2026 and the status of 501(c)(3) nonprofit status will be reviewed.
- Policy on Fatal Accident Billing & Review Resolution 01-17
- Updates on Fire Truck Funding
- Review of May 2026 Finance Reports
- Update on New Fire and EMS Station and Cost Sharing
- Review of 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Status
City Council
This meeting includes a public hearing and action on liquor license applications for the 2026-2027 term, several consent agenda items (sidewalk café and amplifier permits), and new business including resolutions to issue $2,075,000 in general obligation promissory notes, approve $62,052 in boat launch repairs, and contract for master planning of the Prescott Business Park. The council will also enter closed session to discuss a School Resource Officer Agreement and city-owned property.
- Public hearing and action on liquor license applications for July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
- Resolution 29-26 authorizing $2,075,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026A
- Resolution 31-26 approving $62,052 in repairs to the non-motorized boat launch from Luke Busker Masonry
- Resolution 33-26 approving professional services agreement with Ayres Associates for Prescott Business Park master planning
- Recommendation to deny sidewalk café application for 202 Broad Street North (Twisted Oak and The Italian Corner)
Library Board
The Prescott Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a routine meeting with standard procedural items such as approving minutes, director's report, and expenditures. Notable new business includes updates from the Friends of the Library and a building planning update. No specific dollar amounts or policy changes are listed.
- Friends of the Library Update – Kris Sampson
- Building planning update
Parks and Public Works Committee
The Parks and Public Works Committee will discuss updated cost estimates for non-motorized boat launch repairs and maintenance totaling $114,395, and consider funding options. They will also discuss alley drainage improvements behind Cherry Street and Orange Street. Other business includes signs for Riverfront and Sunset Parks.
- Non-motorized boat launch repair cost estimate of $72,375 for concrete stairs, tuckpointing, and bench restoration
- Additional improvements including limestone wall extension and concrete access ramp for $42,020
- Discussion on alley drainage improvements behind Cherry Street and Orange Street
- City funding constraints: $45,119 remaining in 2026 parks budget, plus other funds
- Signage for Riverfront and Sunset Parks
City Council
The Prescott City Council will consider Ordinance 04‑26, which adopts the City of Prescott Comprehensive Plan for 2026‑2046. The meeting also includes a resolution approving Change Order No. 2 for the Magee Park Improvements Project, amendments to the employee handbook, approval of the Mercord Mill parking lot as an overnight lot with new signage, and a memorandum of understanding with the Prescott Library Board. Public comments are invited on any issues not on the agenda, but no action will be taken on those items.
- Ordinance 04‑26: Adoption of the 2026‑2046 Comprehensive Plan
- Resolution 27‑26: Approval of Change Order No. 2 for Magee Park Improvements
- Resolution 28‑26: Amendments to the City of Prescott Employee Handbook
- Approval of the Mercord Mill Parking Lot as an overnight lot and replacement of signs
- Memorandum of Understanding for cost‑sharing between the City and the Prescott Library Board
Board of Review
This meeting of the Prescott Board of Review is solely procedural: the board will vote to reconvene on July 16, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. No property assessments or other matters are discussed.
- Approval to reconvene the Board of Review meeting on July 16, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
Tourism Committee
The Prescott Tourism Committee will meet to discuss and potentially decide on the design and cost of a new trifold tourism pamphlet. They will also review merchandise sales from the previous period and approve minutes from the May meeting.
- Discussion of Prescott Tourism Trifold Pamphlet – Design and Cost
- Old business: Merchandise Sales review
- Approval of minutes from May 5 meeting
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed City of Prescott Comprehensive Plan 2026–2046, which covers land use, housing, transportation, and other elements. Following the hearing, the commission may vote on a resolution recommending adoption to the Common Council. The agenda also includes discussion on whether to revise conditional uses in zoning districts, such as accessory dwelling units in R-5 and large-scale solar farms in C-1 and I-3.
- Public hearing and possible recommendation on the City of Prescott Comprehensive Plan 2026–2046
- Discussion on adding accessory dwelling units as a conditional use in the R-5 Single-Family Residential District
- Discussion on whether to remove large-scale solar farms as a conditional use in the C-1 Central Commercial District
- Update on the 445 Court Street – Assisted Living Facility project
- Review of conditional uses by zoning district, including railroads and airports in I-2
Police Commission
The Prescott Police Commission will meet in closed session to conduct interviews for a police officer position, then reconvene in open session to take action on the interviews. The meeting also includes roll call, other business, and adjournment.
- Closed session under Wisconsin law to consider employment data for a public employee
- Interviews for Police Officer position
- Possible action on hiring after closed session
Police Commission
The Police Commission will convene in closed session under Wisconsin law to conduct interviews for a Police Officer position. Following the closed session, the commission will reconvene in open session to consider any actions related to the interviews.
- Closed session for interviews of Police Officer candidates
- Open session action on items discussed in closed session
City Council
The Council is deciding whether to accept a construction-only Transportation Alternatives Program grant for pedestrian improvements along Campbell Street and Orrin Road, costing the city an estimated $1.39M plus $580k design. They will also discuss future curb and gutter design for Campbell Street, review concept plans for a Public Safety Building and Library expansion, and discuss marketing proposals for the Prescott Business Park.
- Decision due May 29 on TAP grant: $5.98M project, city responsible for 20% of construction ($1.39M) plus full design ($580k) and Orrin Road mill and overlay ($457k)
- Discussion of future curb and gutter improvements on Campbell Street from USH 10 to Walnut Street, with separate design cost estimate of $108k
- Review of concept plans and cost estimates for municipal buildings: options for Public Safety Building north or west of USH 10, with or without incorporating City Hall
- Discussion of master planning proposals for Prescott Business Park marketing
- Recognition of Public Works Director retirement
Library Board
The Prescott Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting. Items include review of the City-Library MOU under old business, officer appointments for the annual meeting, and an update on the Summer Reading and Kickoff program. The board will also approve minutes, the director's report, and library expenditures. The meeting is largely procedural with no major fiscal decisions on the agenda.
- City-Library MOU discussion (Old Business)
- Annual meeting officer appointments (New Business)
- Summer Reading and Kickoff update (New Business)
- Review and approval of library expenditures
- Treasurer’s Report
Fire and EMS Commission
The Prescott Fire and EMS Commission will discuss and possibly act on creating a savings account, establishing a policy for billing fatal accidents, and electing a chair and vice chair. They will also review the draft annual report and progress on obtaining 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. Financial reports for April 2026 will be reviewed.
- Creation of a savings account for the Prescott Fire & EMS Commission
- Policy on fatal accident billing
- Commission elections for chair and vice chair
- Reapproval of draft annual report
- Review of 501(c)(3) nonprofit status
Parks and Public Works Committee
The Parks and Public Works Committee will discuss repairing the non-motorized boat launch on Lake Street, review a signage map for Magee Park, and consider recommending a transportation funding resolution to the City Council. The committee will also approve minutes from April 20.
- $60,625 quote from Luke Busker Masonry for boat launch repairs at Lake Street (additional $29,250 for retaining wall extension)
- Remaining park budget of $45,119 available for improvements after $4,881 spent in 2026
- Review of proposed signage map for Magee Park trails, including directional, safety, and informational signs
- Discussion of a League of Wisconsin Municipalities resolution urging the state to increase transportation funding
- Approval of minutes from the April 20, 2026 meeting
City Council
The council will vote on resolutions to issue general obligation promissory notes (Series 2026A), approve the final plat for Walnut Circle, and approve a development agreement with TB-Prescott, LLC. A proclamation recognizing June 2 as Mississippi River Day will be presented. The council will also consider canceling the May 25 meeting and discuss holding a workshop on May 27.
- Resolution 24-26 authorizing issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026A
- Resolution 25-26 approving final plat for Walnut Circle
- Resolution 26-26 approving development agreement between City and TB-Prescott, LLC
- Proclamation recognizing June 2 as Mississippi River Day
- Special event permit for Jensen and Wojeck wedding on June 19 at Freedom Park
Personnel Committee
The Personnel Committee will discuss a potential Memorandum of Understanding with the Prescott K9 Project for future use of approximately $30,000 in remaining funds. The Committee will also review a compensatory time policy based on comparisons with other communities, consider a draft Public Works Director job description, and review a proposed Artificial Intelligence use policy for the Employee Handbook. An update on the School Resource Officer agreement with the school district will be provided.
- Discussion on possible K9 MOU and future use of $30,000 in remaining K9 Project funds
- Review of compensatory time policy after surveying comparable communities (accrual rates, caps of 40-60 hours)
- Review of draft Public Works Director job description (salary range $84,926 - $111,571)
- Review of proposed AI Use Policy for Employee Handbook
- Update on SRO Agreement with School District (previous recommendation to increase payment by $10,287)
Tourism Committee
The Prescott Tourism Committee will review and discuss a grant application from the Prescott Historical Society, consider 2027 print marketing plans, and discuss merchandise sales. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Grant application from Prescott Historical Society
- 2027 Print Marketing discussion
- Merchandise Sales discussion
- Approval of April 7 meeting minutes
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will consider approval of the Walnut Circle Final Plat, a nine-lot single-family residential subdivision near Walnut and Dexter Streets. The plat is consistent with the previously approved preliminary plat with minor adjustments to the park dedication and stormwater outlot. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 6, 2026, and other business.
- Walnut Circle Final Plat – nine single-family residential lots
- Minor adjustment: park dedication increased by 0.600 acre, stormwater outlot decreased
- Sewer connection fee waived per development agreement
- Public improvements include water, sewer, stormwater, trail improvements