Fond du Lac, WI

Downtown Architectual Review Board

The Downtown Architectural Review Board will meet to elect its Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The board will also consider a proposal for new windows and lighting at 101 S Main Street.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Proposal for exterior alterations (new windows and lighting) at 101 S Main Street

Alcohol Licensing Committee

The Alcohol Licensing Committee will review and vote on a new Class A license for a Citgo gas station at 136 W Scott Street. The body will also approve three temporary Class B licenses for local community events in September and October. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of previous minutes.

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

City Council

City Council

The City Council will consider three resolutions and one ordinance. Two resolutions authorize the sale of bonds: up to $17,835,000 in general obligation notes and up to $4,900,000 in waterworks revenue bonds. The council will also vote on waiving a public alcohol ban for a charity event and creating a hotel operator license. Presentations include the 2027 library budget, an economic development update, and a budget summary.

• Resolution No.9257: Authorizes sale of up to $17,835,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026
• Resolution No.9258: Authorizes sale of up to $4,900,000 in Waterworks System Revenue Bonds, Series 2026
• Resolution No.9259: Waives alcohol ban on public ways for Big Brothers Big Sisters Halloweenie .5K event on Oct 30, 2026
• Ordinance No.3832: Creates a Hotel Operator License
• Presentations: 2027 Library Budget, Envision Greater Fond du Lac Update, 2027 Budget Summary

Advisory Park Board

The Advisory Park Board will hold elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The board will also receive a report from Park Superintendent John Redmond regarding several park projects and updates.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Carousel Building progress report
• Lakeside Park West new boardwalk update
• Franklin Park pump track update
• Discussion on electric scooter, bike, and e-moto usage

County Board 8-18-26

The Fond du Lac County Board will approve the appointment of Jeffrey N. Montsma to Supervisory District 5 and the Highway, Airport and Facilities Committee. The meeting includes the presentation of the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and a resolution regarding a Comprehensive Plan Amendment. Most other items are procedural, including minutes approval and special recognitions.

• Appointment of Jeffrey N. Montsma to represent Fond du Lac County Board Supervisory District 5
• Appointment of Jeffrey N. Montsma to the Highway, Airport and Facilities Committee
• Resolution No. 30-26: Comprehensive Plan Amendment 2
• Presentation of the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report by KerberRose
• Disallowance of a claim filed on behalf of Roy Derksen

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a proposed Certificate of Appropriateness for a memorial monument honoring Rev. Newell D. Stanley, located at 67 W Division Street. The meeting also includes approval of the July 15, 2026 minutes and audience comments on agenda items only.

• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness for memorial monument at 67 W Division Street
• Approval of July 15, 2026 minutes
• Audience comments limited to agenda items

County Board 8-18-26

The Fond du Lac County Board will hold its regular August meeting, covering appointments, resolutions, proclamations, a claim disallowance, and financial reports. Key items include appointing Jeffrey N. Montsma to fill a vacancy, recognizing retirees and a supervisor, and receiving the 2025 annual financial reports.

• Appointment of Jeffrey N. Montsma to represent District 5 and to the Highway, Airport and Facilities Committee
• Resolution No. 28-26: Retirees
• Resolution No. 29-26: County Board Supervisor Smith
• Proclamation for National Preparedness Month (September 2026)
• Resolution No. 30-26: Comprehensive Plan Amendment 2

Downtown Architectual Review Board - CANCELED (Lack of quorum)

The Downtown Architectural Review Board meeting scheduled for August 4, 2026, has been canceled because not enough members were present to form a quorum. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for September 1, 2026. No business items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting tentatively scheduled for September 1, 2026

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone a portion of unplatted land (FDL-15-18-05-33-747-00) east of 523 Ledgewood Drive from Agricultural (A) to Single-Family Residential (R-1), initiated by Whispering Eagle 3, LLC. The commission will also discuss a ground sign at 67 W Division Street for potential historic designation. The agenda includes consent items (approval of June 15, 2026 minutes) and standard procedural items.

• Public hearing: Rezone portion of property (FDL-15-18-05-33-747-00) from A to R-1, east of 523 Ledgewood Drive, initiated by Whispering Eagle 3, LLC
• Discussion: Ground sign (monument) at 67 W Division Street considered for historic designation
• Consent agenda: Approval of June 15, 2026 minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider issuing up to $1,128,237 in taxable bonds for a private LSL replacement loan program. Other action items include a fermented malt license for a new candy shop and a permit to sell beer at a 9/11 remembrance event in Lakeside Park. The council will also receive the annual financial report and hear 2027 budget presentations from Public Works and IT.

• Resolution No. 9256 authorizing up to $1,128,237 in taxable private LSL replacement loan program revenue bonds
• Class A fermented malt license for Wrightway Candy, Snacks & More at 80 S Macy Street
• Permit to sell fermented malt at Lakeside Park for Operation Wisconsin's 9/11 Remembered event (Sept. 11-12, 2026)
• Resolution No. 9257 appointing a member to the Fond du Lac Public Library Board
• Denial of claim by Christine Rockweit

Advisory Parking & Traffic Board - CANCELED

This meeting was canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for September 17, 2026. No items were discussed or decided.

City Plan Commission

The Fond du Lac City Plan Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning request and discuss a potential historic designation. A public hearing will be held on a request by Whispering Eagle 3, LLC to rezone a portion of unplatted land east of 523 Ledgewood Drive from agricultural to single-family residential. The commission will also discuss a ground sign at 67 W Division Street being considered for historic designation. The consent agenda includes approval of the June 15, 2026 minutes.

• Public hearing: Rezone portion of property FDL-15-18-05-33-747-00 from A (Agriculture) to R-1 (Single Family Residential), east of 523 Ledgewood Drive, initiated by Whispering Eagle 3, LLC
• Discussion: Ground sign (monument) at 67 W Division Street considered for historic designation
• Consent agenda: Approval of June 15, 2026 meeting minutes

City Council

The Fond du Lac City Council will consider several action items, including authorizing up to $1,128,237 in taxable bonds for a private lead service line replacement loan program, approving a fermented malt beverage license, and allowing beer sales at a 9/11 memorial event. The council will also receive presentations on the annual financial report and 2027 budget proposals for Public Works and IT. Consent agenda items include meeting minutes, claims, and a claim denial.

• Resolution 9256: Issue up to $1,128,237 in taxable private LSL replacement loan program revenue bonds
• Class 'A' fermented malt license for Sonja DEnetta Wright, d/b/a Wrightway Candy, Snacks & More, 80 S Macy St
• Permit for Operation Wisconsin to sell fermented malt at Lakeside Park on Sept 11-12, 2026 for '9/11 Remembered 25 Years Later'
• Resolution 9257: Appointment to Fond du Lac Public Library Board
• Presentation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and 2027 budgets for Public Works and IT

Advisory Parking & Traffic Board - CANCELED

The Advisory Parking & Traffic Board meeting scheduled for August 20, 2026, has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for September 17, 2026. This agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting canceled for August 20, 2026
• Next meeting tentatively scheduled for September 17, 2026

Board of Appeals

The Fond du Lac Board of Appeals is meeting to elect officers, approve prior minutes, and discuss a ground (monument) sign at 67 W Division Street that is being considered for historic designation. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; the sign discussion is listed under 'Discussion'.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of June 1, 2026 minutes
• Discussion of ground sign at 67 W Division Street for historic designation

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will consider approving two candidates, Riley Lundt and Taylor Abhold, to the eligibility list for Patrol Officer. The commission will also vote on revisions to the Police Officer Hiring Process. The meeting includes a consent agenda and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approve Riley Lundt to Patrol Officer eligibility list
• Approve Taylor Abhold to Patrol Officer eligibility list
• Approve revisions to Police Officer Hiring Process
• Approve minutes of June 11, 2026

Downtown Architectual Review Board - CANCELED (Lack of quorum)

The Downtown Architectural Review Board meeting scheduled for August 4, 2026, has been canceled because a quorum could not be reached. The next meeting is tentatively set for September 1, 2026. No business was conducted.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting tentatively scheduled for September 1, 2026

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will meet to elect its officers and approve previous minutes. The body will also discuss whether a ground monument sign at 67 W Division Street should receive a historic designation.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Discussion of historic designation for ground sign at 67 W Division Street

Advisory Park Board - CANCELED

The Advisory Park Board meeting scheduled for July 27, 2026, has been canceled due to lack of quorum. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 24, 2026. This meeting was only procedural boilerplate as it was canceled.

Alcohol Licensing Committee

The Alcohol Licensing Committee will meet to consider license applications for two businesses and two temporary event licenses. The body will also review the minutes from June 29, 2026.

• Class 'A' Fermented Malt License for Sonja Denetta Wright (Wrightway Candy, Snacks & More) at 80 S Macy Street
• Class 'A' Intoxicating Liquor and Class 'A' Fermented Malt License for Sarpanch Scott St Inc (Citgo) at 136 W Scott Street
• Temporary Class 'B' License for FDL Blue Line Hockey (Holiday Automotive Car Show - 8/7/2026)
• Temporary Class 'B' License for Operation Wisconsin (9/11 Remembered 25 Years Later - 9/11/2026 & 9/12/2026)

Downtown Architectual Review Board

The Downtown Architectural Review Board will meet to review project proposals for exterior changes to two properties. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 2, 2026 meeting.

• Project review for exterior painting at 113-117 S Main St
• Project review for exterior alterations at 272 and 280 N. Main Street

Advisory Park Board - CANCELED

The Advisory Park Board will hold elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The board will also receive a report from Park Superintendent John Redmond on several ongoing park projects and updates.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Carousel Building progress report
• Lakeside Park West new boardwalk update
• Franklin Park pump track update
• Discussion on Advisory Park Board Ordinance

Board of Appeals - CANCELED

The Fond du Lac Board of Appeals has canceled its July 2026 meeting. No decisions or discussions will occur during this period. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 3, 2026.

Alcohol Licensing Committee

The Alcohol Licensing Committee is meeting to consider several alcohol license applications. The body will review requests for permanent licenses for two businesses and temporary licenses for two local events.

• Class 'A' Fermented Malt License for Sonja Denetta Wright (Wrightway Candy, Snacks & More) at 80 S Macy Street
• Class 'A' Intoxicating Liquor and Class 'A' Fermented Malt License for Sarpanch Scott St Inc (Citgo) at 136 W Scott Street
• Temporary Class 'B' License for FDL Blue Line Hockey (Holiday Automotive Car Show - 8/7/2026)
• Temporary Class 'B' License for Operation Wisconsin (9/11 Remembered 25 Years Later - 9/11/2026 & 9/12/2026)

Police & Fire Commission - CANCELED

The Police & Fire Commission meeting scheduled for July 2026 will not be conducted. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 13, 2026.

City Plan Commission - CANCELED

The City Plan Commission meeting scheduled for July 13, 2026, will not be conducted. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 17, 2026.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to elect its officers and approve previous minutes. The body will also review a request for exterior alterations at 51 W. Division Street.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness for one new ground sign at 51 W. Division Street (Cathedral Church of St. Paul)

Advisory Parking & Traffic Board - CANCELED

The July 23, 2026 meeting of the Advisory Parking & Traffic Board has been canceled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 20, 2026. No agenda items were considered or discussed.

• Meeting canceled; no items on the agenda

City Council

The Fond du Lac City Council will vote on five resolutions to temporarily waive open intoxicant ordinances for four local events and one resolution making appointments to several city commissions. The council will also hear presentations on 2027 budgets for the Police Department and Community Development, and receive a list of claims dated July 14, 2026.

• Resolution No. 9251: Waive open intoxicants for Fat Joes After Fondue Fest on September 12, 2026
• Resolution No. 9252: Waive open intoxicants for Blue Line Tavern Tossing For Tommy on August 15, 2026
• Resolution No. 9253: Waive open intoxicants for Blue Line Tavern Little Midget Mania Wrestling on August 29, 2026
• Resolution No. 9254: Waive open intoxicants for Blue Line Tavern Murder In The Streets - Murder Mystery Dinner Show on October 17, 2026
• Resolution No. 9255: Appointments to Historic Preservation Commission, Downtown Architectural Review Board, Redevelopment Authority, and City Plan Commission