Development & economy in Wisconsin local government
What Wisconsin city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about development & economy — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
2,525 Wisconsin meetings since 2024 covered development & economy. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Wisconsin with the most development & economy activity
- Madison, WI (237)
- Milwaukee, WI (201)
- La Crosse, WI (143)
- Stevens Point, WI (103)
- Appleton, WI (93)
- Dane, WI (81)
- West Allis, WI (77)
- Sun Prairie, WI (65)
- De Pere, WI (63)
- Waukesha, WI (60)
- Cedarburg, WI (59)
- Beaver Dam, WI (43)
Latest matching meetings
Planning Commission considers conditional use permit for 233 Innovation Dr.
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for commercial business condominiums at 233 Innovation Dr. The body will also propose a date for a public hearing regarding TID #3 boundary amendments.
Manitowoc TIF Board to review active districts
The Tax Incremental Financing Joint Review Board will meet to approve minutes and conduct an annual review of active Tax Increment Finance districts. The meeting will be held at City Hall and via Zoom.
Committee reviews plans for Chipotle development at 4354 Mormon Coulee Rd.
The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee will meet to review development plans for a commercial project. The discussion focuses on a Chipotle location at 4354 Mormon Coulee Rd.
Tree Board to review street tree approval for Enclave Phase X and XI
The Tree Board will meet to consider the approval of street trees for Enclave Phase X and XI. The board will also review meeting minutes from June 4, 2026.
CDBG Advisory Board to interview public service applicants
The Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board will conduct interviews with five public service applicants. These interviews are part of the process to provide citizen input into public service allocation.
Board to vote on TIF district plans for seven districts, including two new ones
The TIF Review Board will consider resolutions to approve project plan amendments for TID 44, 46, 50, 51, and 54, and to create new TID 56 (Grand Canyon) and TID 57 (Medical Circle) with the use of the half-mile rule. Public comment will be heard before the votes.
Committee to discuss pedestrian wayfinding sign locations
The Downtown Development Committee will meet to review a previous presentation made to the Village Board in June. The committee will also discuss and provide recommendations regarding the placement of pedestrian wayfinding signs in the downtown district.
Committee to discuss Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) ordinance
The Downtown Sun Prairie Governance & Growth committee will meet to discuss a referral for a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) ordinance. The body will also review the 2026 Work Plan and a 2027 fundraising sponsorship document.
Committee will allocate 2026 Community Development Block Grant funds to Youth Council
The Community & Economic Development Committee will consider six resolutions. These include allocating 2026 Community Development Block Grant funds to the City of Milwaukee Youth Council, approving a $2,500 expenditure for the Beet Street Fall Festival, and appropriating $2,279.44 for Bronzeville Week. Additional…
Commission to consider RFP for former North Community Library at 1552 Kane Street
The Economic and Community Development Commission will hold public hearings on the 2025 CAPER and the 2026 Amended Action Plan. The body will also consider resolutions regarding Tax Increment District (TID) 14 and an offer to purchase 2010 14th St S.
Committee to review alcohol licenses and police mid-year report
The Safety and Licensing Committee will consider several alcohol license applications and a commercial solicitation license. The body will also review mid-year reports from the Appleton Police Department and the Clerk's Office.
Council votes on appointments to historic, architectural, redevelopment, and plan commissions
The Fond du Lac City Council will consider several resolutions, including waivers for open intoxicants at upcoming events and a resolution appointing members to four city commissions. An ordinance will amend the City County Building Board membership. The meeting also includes presentations of the 2027 budgets for the…
Plan Commission to review self-storage facility and residential development
The Plan Commission will consider several site plans, including a new self-storage facility and building improvements. The body will also discuss a proposed multi-family residential development and potential updates to the plumbing code.
City Council to swear in new City Administrator and vote on police contract
The City Council will administer the oath of office to new City Administrator Kaija Snyder. Members will consider resolutions regarding downtown redevelopment, zoning amendments, and a collective bargaining agreement for police employees.
Committee will consider a resolution to establish the 2027 Funding Allocation Plan.
The Community & Economic Development Committee will hold a special public hearing to consider Resolution 260352, which proposes establishing the Year 2027 Funding Allocation Plan. Ald. Russell W. Stamper II is listed as the sponsor of the resolution. The meeting will be conducted virtually on July 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM.
Ethics Board to vote on SEI non-compliance recommendations
The Ethics Board will review Statement of Economic Interest (SEI) filings and vote on recommendations to the Common Council regarding non-compliance. The board will also consider requests for late fee waivers and address a resident's question on reporting investments.
Joint Review Board to consider creation of two new Tax Incremental Districts
The Joint Review Board will review resolutions and project plans for the creation of Tax Incremental Districts No. 22 and No. 24. The board will also discuss a draft project plan for Tax Incremental District No. 11.
City Council approves Tax Incremental District No. 20 and its $2.96 M project plan
The Marinette Common Council will vote on Resolution #05-2026 to create Tax Incremental District No. 20, establish its boundaries, and adopt the district’s Project Plan. The resolution also authorizes the City Clerk to apply for a Tax Incremental Base determination and directs the Assessor to note the district on the…
Brookfield committee to review alcohol licenses and municipal code amendments
The Legislative and Licensing Committee will consider several alcohol and business license applications. The body will also discuss a deposit schedule for alcohol ordinance violations and an amendment to the Municipal Code.
Council to consider purchase of wetland parcels in closed session
The Brookfield Common Council will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to Title 16 and 17 review fees and consider multiple resolutions, including a sewer contract, budget amendments, and various permits. A closed‑session resolution will be voted on to discuss the purchase of specific wetland parcels. The…
Village Board to discuss Development Agreement with West Bend School District
The Jackson Village Board will hold a closed session to discuss a development agreement with the West Bend School District and to receive information about candidates for the Village Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer positions. After the closed session, the board may reconvene in open session to take possible action…
Council to authorize up to $11.8 million in general obligation notes
The Common Council will consider several public hearings, including an area development plan for Lost Dauphin Road and amendments to the zoning ordinance. New business includes license committee recommendations, a brewing company retail sales application, and an internet service quote for a parking ramp. Several…
Plan Commission holds public hearing to review UDO text amendments
The Ashland County Planning & Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing to review and possibly approve amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance text, presented by the Planning and Development Department. The meeting will also include updates on property maintenance enforcement, building permits for May…
Juneau CDA meeting cancelled for July 21, 2026
This meeting of the Community Development Authority Committee was cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is August 18, 2026.
Plan Commission to consider Conditional Use Permit for Elegant Farmer Assembly Hall
The Mukwonago Plan Commission will hold a public comment session, approve the May 12, 2026 minutes, and conduct public hearings on two conditional use permits. In new business the commission will discuss and possibly recommend or approve resolutions for the Elegant Farmer Assembly Hall, a free‑standing car wash, the…
Proposed new fees for professional review of development applications
The Common Council holds a public hearing on proposed changes to Titles 16 and 17. The changes would require applicants to pay additional fees for professional review of plats, certified survey maps, conditional uses, planned development districts, and plan and method of operation. The changes also clarify and…
Subcommittee to review liquor license application for The Rec Room
The Liquor License Review Subcommittee will meet to review a new establishment application. The body is considering a Class B Beer & Liquor Reserve License for a specific business location.
Council reviews change order adding costs to 2026 Street Improvement on Nagawicka Rd East
The Common Council will approve the minutes from the June 15 meeting and consider several license applications, including a liquor‑agent change for Aldi #92 and new beer and wine licenses for The Delafield LLC and Graham & Co. It will also discuss a conditional‑use request for The Hobby Farm at 112 S. Cushing Park Rd…
Council to consider development agreement, park budget changes, and licensing matters
The Monona City Council will discuss a development agreement with Galway Companies for a mixed‑use project near West Broadway and WPS Drive, and will vote on capital‑budget amendments for improvements to Ahuska Park baseball field and repairs to the Dream Park shelter. Additional items include a resolution to approve…
Redevelopment Committee meets to discuss redevelopment policy
The Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee will meet to discuss the benefits and burdens of redevelopment and how to mitigate unintended consequences. No committee business is scheduled.
Board to approve final plat for Bull Junior View Subdivision
The Weston Village Board of Trustees will consider Resolution 2026‑019 to approve the final plat of the Bull Junior View Subdivision. The meeting also includes discussion of a development agreement for the same subdivision, review of 2027 budget priorities, and consideration of audit contracts and infrastructure…
Board will recommend awarding a $745,217.74 contract to rebuild Clovis Park tennis courts
The Board will consider three action items: approving minutes from the July 6 meeting, a resolution to join an intergovernmental agreement for the 2027 Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant, and a payment to MCC Inc. for street construction totaling $67,174.65. It will also recommend awarding a $745,217.74 contract…
Council to approve $2.35 million in city bills from June‑July 2026
The Common Council will vote on approving bills totaling $2,351,200.20 for the period June 12 to July 16, 2026. Three ordinances will be considered, each at a specified reading and public hearing stage. Several resolutions will be acted on, including contracts for a water‑treatment pump, parking‑lot improvements, and…
Committee considers $1.06 million for single-family homes in Oak Creek
The Committee on Community, Environment and Economic Development will review a request to allocate HOME funds for housing construction. Members will also receive updates and fiscal reports regarding the Investing in Justice: Courthouse Complex project.
City Plan Commission reviews rezoning and development actions for Sisters Meadow parcel
The Stevens Point City Plan Commission will hold a public meeting to consider several requests from Mike Helmrick on the Sisters Meadow Subdivision parcel bounded by Maria Drive (Parcel ID 281240829240033). Items include amending the comprehensive plan land‑use designation, rezoning portions of the parcel to…
Committee to decide on condensed master plan, rezoning application
The Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee will consider approving the Condensed Master Plan and authorizing its submission with a rezoning application for campus mixed-use sites to the City of Madison. The meeting also includes updates on the Exhibition Hall city approval process, agricultural events, and the…
City Council to award $1.25 M contract for Sisters Meadow Project
The Stevens Point Common Council will consider a consent agenda and several actions, including approving a contract award of up to $1,254,039.70 to Earth Inc. for the Sisters Meadow Project. The council will also vote on a lease for the former UW Credit Union building at 809 Division St., a memorandum of understanding…
CDA to consider $12.25 M TIF request for The Greenline redevelopment
The Monona Community Development Authority will discuss and possibly act on a redevelopment proposal and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) request submitted by Galway Companies, Inc. for the Gisholt Drive and West Broadway parcels, including a $12,250,000 TIF assistance request for the two‑phase The Greenline residential…
Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a veteran respite home
The Pewaukee Plan Commission will discuss and vote on four applications: a kennel license for four resident dogs and temporary fostering at 27811 Northview Road; site and building plans for a 3,700‑sq‑ft dog facility at 26699 Lynndale Road; a recommendation for a conditional use permit for Mental Health America of…
Board will approve 2026 and 2027 allocations and action plans
The board will consider and vote on the final approval of the 2026 allocation and annual action plan, as well as the 2027 allocation and annual action plan. It will also review an amended application from South Central HFH CHDO Partners, Inc., and receive an update from KCG Companies LLC regarding the Poplar Point…