Environment & climate in Wisconsin local government
What Wisconsin city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about environment & climate — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
1,408 Wisconsin meetings since 2024 covered environment & climate. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Wisconsin with the most environment & climate activity
- Madison, WI (94)
- Dane, WI (92)
- La Crosse, WI (75)
- Stevens Point, WI (58)
- Milwaukee, WI (54)
- Rock County, WI (51)
- Green Bay, WI (46)
- Appleton, WI (44)
- Portage County, WI (43)
- Winnebago County, WI (40)
- Green Bay Area Public School District, WI (37)
- Sun Prairie, WI (30)
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Tree Board to discuss invasive phragmites and tree plantings
The Howard Tree Board will receive an update on tree plantings and discuss the invasive species phragmites. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as approval of the agenda, public appearances, and setting the next meeting date.
Oconto County LEPC to review spill reports and hazardous material response
The Local Emergency Planning Committee will discuss hazardous material response and cleanup. The body is reviewing the 2026 spill report and off-site plans for Valley Environmental.
Committee will consider sale of easement at Babcock County Park to Village of McFarland
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee will review minutes from its July 9 meeting, approve fund transfers, and consider several referrals. Key items include a resolution to authorize the sale of an easement at Babcock County Park to the Village of McFarland and a resolution to acquire land for…
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.
Phantom Lakes Management District to discuss 2027 budget
The district will meet virtually to review reports on harvesting, fish stocking, and aerators. The body will also discuss dredging, the pierhead line, and the 2027 budget.
Committee approves $6.1M for public improvements and traffic calming
The Public Works Committee will consider resolutions to appropriate funds for public improvement projects, including a $6.1 million construction project and a $470,000 assessable improvement project. The committee will also authorize a cost-sharing agreement for traffic calming on Brady Street and approve easements…
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…
City Council to consider approval of Ordinance #0001-26 amending nuisance property rules
The Common Council will vote on the proposed Ordinance #0001-26 that updates nuisance property regulations. The council will also review a request to close several downtown streets for the September 19 Party on the Pavement event. Additional items include a bridge contract amendment, a change order for the Uptown…
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…
Sustainability Task Force to discuss Dark Skies Ordinance and solar project
The Sustainability Task Force will meet to discuss updates to the outdoor lighting ordinance and the 2026 Solar Project. The body will also review Office of Energy Innovation grants and a Sustain Dane event.
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…
Operations Committee to review water plant pump and street construction contracts
The Operations Committee will discuss and potentially act on several infrastructure contracts and service agreements. The meeting includes reviews of the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan and bidding authorizations for street maintenance and resurfacing.
Historic Preservation Commission to review three preservation certificates
The Wausau Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss and possibly act on three requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. The items involve properties at 1701 Grand Ave, 329 N 4th St, and 903 Franklin St.
Land Management Committee approves rezoning of Town of Mondovi
The Buffalo County Land Management Committee will discuss a range of items, including a presentation on remonumentation of Nelson, data center topics, and a surveyor report. It will act on an ordinance amendment to the county zoning districts map for the Town of Mondovi, which was moved and approved. The meeting also…
Oconto County Administration Committee to review employee handbook and road funding
The committee will consider the final draft of the Employee Handbook and discuss the 2027 budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The body is also reviewing funding for highway improvement projects using sales tax and ARPA interest.
Urban Forestry Tree Board to elect officers and discuss Princess Theater planting
The Urban Forestry Tree Board will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The board will also receive updates on invasive species management, the Rights of Nature Wisconsin Initiative, and the Princess Theater tree planting.
Commission considers rules for harvesting edible plants in city parks
The Sustainability Commission will consider referring proposed revisions to Section 28-3 of the Green Bay Municipal Code to the Parks Committee. These revisions concern the harvesting of edible plants, fruits, nuts, and seeds on City-owned park lands.
Board recommends capital budget amendment for Green Line park design services
The Monona Parks and Recreation Board discussed the 2027‑2031 capital budget and made two budget amendment recommendations. One amendment approves funding for conceptual design services for a proposed city park at the Green Line Development on Broadway at the WPS site, with the money to come from TIF. Another…
Committee will approve Badger Sheriff conference lodging request
The Public Safety Committee will vote on a lodging request for the Badger Sheriff conference and review a late vendor invoice from Cooks Direct. It will also discuss the use of flock cameras (no action) and consider changes to future meeting times. Additional reports include updates on the Fox Solar Project and other…
Land Management Committee approves rezoning ordinance for Town of Mondovi
The committee will vote on an ordinance amendment to the Buffalo County zoning districts map affecting the Town of Mondovi. The meeting also includes reports on remonumentation of Nelson, data center projects, and a surveyor update. Public comments and various departmental reports will be heard before adjournment.
Wastewater Commission discusses solar design and insurance renewals
The Wastewater Commission will consider several administrative and operational items. These include a professional services agreement for photovoltaic design, an insurance policy renewal, and a grant application request.
Committee discusses 2027 Springville Pond treatment proposal
The committee is reviewing a proposal from Lake and Pond Solutions, LLC to treat invasive aquatic plants in Springville Pond. The proposed plan includes herbicide treatments for approximately 9 acres of the pond and a spring meander survey.
City Council considers a bank loan, driveway ordinance, and Cayuse Court project.
The Fox Lake City Council will review past minutes and consider Resolution 14-2026 to secure a loan from ERGO Bank for city operations. Officials will discuss new driveway regulations that apply to property owners, progress on the Cayuse Court Phase 2 project, and naming Crocker Street Park. A closed session is…
Business and Economic Resources Committee to adopt rules of procedure
The committee will meet to adopt its 2026 Rules of Procedure and discuss its 2026/2027 work plan. Members will receive training on street vending procedures and meeting protocols.
Board to decide three sex offender residency appeals
The Sex Offender Residency Board will hold a closed session to consider personal histories of specific persons, then take public action on three residency appeals. The appeals are from Tony R. Rand, Mario B. Ricketts, and Richard F. Dombrowski, each requesting to move to a specific address in Green Bay.
Transit Commission to discuss free bus service on election days
The Transit Commission will discuss a communication from Alder Proffitt and co-sponsors proposing free transit services on election days. They will also discuss an administrative position and receive informational reports on the Low-Income Fare Trips (LIFT) Program, operations, and finances.
Board will discuss the 2027 library budget and solar panel pricing
The Cedarburg Library Board will approve the June 9, 2026 meeting minutes and review its financial statements. It will hear the Director's and School reports. New business includes discussion and possible action on the 2027 library budget and on solar panel pricing for the library.
Land and Water Conservation Committee to discuss Farmland Preservation Plan grant
The committee will review reports from various lake and drainage districts and receive an update from the Natural Resource Conservation Service. Members will discuss a grant application opportunity for the Farmland Preservation Plan.
Board of Health reviews June 2026 departmental reports
The Board of Health will review monthly reports from various public health divisions. This includes updates from Administration, Community, Environmental, and Laboratory departments.
Racine committee reviews street repairs, parking lot payments, and park lighting bids
The Racine Public Works and Services Committee will review bid results for lighting upgrades at Humble Park and Horlick Field. Staff recommends approval for a $8,214.39 change order on the Bryant Parking Lot Addition, final payments of $209,554.39 for that project, contract amendments for Ohio Street reconstruction…
Dane County Advisory Committee on Data Centers meeting
The committee will meet to discuss the economic, environmental, and community implications of data center development. The agenda includes presentations regarding water policy and the environmental costs of AI-data centers.
Joint Review Board to consider new TIF districts and allocation amendment
The Tax Incremental Districts Joint Review Board will consider approval of the 2025 Annual Report on all TIF districts, review and discuss draft project plans for three proposed new districts (TID 33 Velp and Locust, TID 34 Brook Park, TID 35 200 N Monroe), and review a proposed allocation amendment for TID 12 I-43…
Finance Committee to review contracts and overtime spending
The Green Bay Finance Committee will consider approving a consulting contract for an organizational review and a 36-month contract with Cellcom. The committee will also review general fund overtime spending and approve minutes from the previous meeting.
School board to vote on multiple staff changes
The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting to consider and vote on several personnel actions, including the employment of administrative and certified staff on probationary contracts, staff transfers, retirements, and resignations. All items are recommended for approval as…
Board approves payments for Losey Boulevard and construction change orders
The La Crosse Board of Public Works will consider approving payments for Right-of-Way acquisitions on Losey Boulevard and construction contract change orders. The meeting will also include a presentation on utility updates and two street privilege permit requests.
Committee will discuss Concord Ave reconstruction bid results
The Public Works & Utility Committee will review several project items, including Howland Ave surveying service quotes, a street light installation discussion, and the bid results for Concord Ave reconstruction. The meeting will also cover the upcoming Capital Improvement Plan projects and acknowledge June 2026 water…
Board to award $1.25M Sisters Meadow Project contract
The Stevens Point Board of Public Works will discuss several infrastructure updates, including reconstruction projects on Division and Church Streets, the West Scott Street Project, and a traffic signal upgrade. AECOM will present an update on the Downtown Conversion Study. Members will consider an ordinance to…
Committee will discuss sustainability staffing recommendation to Council
The Sun Prairie Sustainability Committee will present and discuss a staffing recommendation for sustainability to be considered by the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of the June 18, 2026 minutes, public comment, and report-outs from various sub‑committees. The committee will set the date for its next…
Committee to consider bond financing for Firecrest Aerospace project
The Finance Committee will hear the fiscal year 2025 audit results and discuss adjusting Stormwater Utility rates. Action items include considering an initial resolution for industrial development revenue bond financing for Firecrest Aerospace, approving a pavement replacement agreement on State Highway 66, and…
Review of energy saving performance reports and climate fellowship requests
The committee will review measurement and verification reports for ongoing energy saving performance contracts. They will also discuss the Sustainability Institute Climate Fellows program.