Water & utilities in Wisconsin local government
What Wisconsin city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about water & utilities — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
1,704 Wisconsin meetings since 2024 covered water & utilities. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Wisconsin with the most water & utilities activity
- La Crosse, WI (82)
- Appleton, WI (79)
- Madison, WI (69)
- Waukesha, WI (65)
- Cedarburg, WI (59)
- Portage County, WI (51)
- Jackson, WI (50)
- Reedsburg, WI (49)
- Mayville, WI (41)
- Sun Prairie, WI (38)
- Winnebago County, WI (36)
- Pewaukee, WI (35)
Latest matching meetings
Committee will vote on the 2027‑2031 Capital Improvement Budget
The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider several resolutions, including approval of the 2027‑2031 Capital Improvement Budget. Other items include authorizing a security contract for public places, levying special assessments for non‑compliant sewer lateral reconstruction, and allocating Tax Increment District…
Board reviews road improvements for E. North Street, St. Paul Avenue and W. Moreland Blvd
The Board of Public Works will discuss a state agreement for the reconstruction and resurfacing of three major roads. The board will also review updates to municipal codes regarding snow removal and sewer credits.
Committee to discuss sewer service agreement and sanitary sewer ordinance
The Public Works Committee will discuss the expiration and possible extension of the sewer service agreement with Lake Pewaukee Sanitary District. Members will also review the adoption of Chapter 300 Sanitary Sewer Ordinance and a draft Joint Quiet Zone Agreement with the Village of Pewaukee.
Board to approve $1.03 M Cypress Spray Park redevelopment plan
The Board of Public Works will consider a water‑resource impact report and approve the minutes from the July 8 meeting. It will adopt several private‑contract items, including sewer improvements on Schlimgen Avenue and S. Park Street, and a maintenance agreement for N Frances Street. The Board will also vote on the…
Board to review bids for sewer televising project
The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and possibly act on bids for the 2026 Televising Miscellaneous Sewers II project, along with standard engineering and public works pay estimates.
Board to consider Greenfields roadway and waterline replacement agreement
The Board of Trustees will discuss an OPWC agreement for the Greenfields roadway and waterline replacement and a resolution regarding public nuisances. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering various infrastructure projects and personnel actions.
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.
Ordinance Committee reviews updates to city codes and vehicle regulations
The Ordinance Committee will review several proposed amendments to the Municipal Code for potential recommendation to the City Council. Discussions include regulations for ebikes, off-highway motorcycles, and tobacco sales. The committee will also review rules regarding camping units and the stormwater utility.
Vanguard Electric Commission to discuss Equipment Use Agreement
The Vanguard Electric Commission will meet to review financial and superintendent reports. The body will discuss and potentially take action on a follow-up regarding an Equipment Use Agreement.
Finance Committee considers $4 million in promissory notes and fire equipment purchase
The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially act on several funding requests and contracts. Key items include the issuance of general obligation notes and the purchase of emergency response equipment.
Council to consider $4 million bond issuance for city projects
The South Milwaukee Common Council will review routine consent agenda items, including approval of meeting minutes, library board appointments, two temporary Class B beer licenses, a retirement letter, and a $1,566,121.82 voucher schedule. The Finance Committee will consider a resolution to authorize the issuance and…
Utility Committee to consider $168,442 wastewater communication system upgrade
The Utility Committee will discuss awarding contracts for substation equipment painting and the replacement of cellular communication devices for lift stations and flow meters. The body will also review monthly utility billing, electric, water, and wastewater reports.
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…
City Council will hold a Clean Water Plant tour
The Waukesha City Council meeting on July 21, 2026 includes a tour of the Clean Water Plant. The agenda notes a possible quorum of council members for the tour. No other items or decisions are listed on the agenda.
Common Council to vote on $1.35 million sewer repair contract
The Common Council will consider several infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and personnel policy updates. The body is also reviewing liquor license applications and redevelopment authority reports.
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 $595,648 WisDOT grant for 14th Ave and Dairyland Rd improvements
The City Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a $595,647.98 WisDOT Municipal Street Improvement Supplemental Grant for work on 14th Avenue East and Dairyland Road. Council members will consider a cash‑rounding policy resolution (2026‑19) and a full lawn‑irrigation ban resolution (2026‑20)…
Finance Committee to approve grants, bridge contingency, and utility contracts
The Finance Committee will consider accepting a SISP grant for Badger Avenue signal rehabilitation and retrofit. It will vote on using $590,008 of 2026 Bridge CIP funds as a contingency for the Olde Oneida Street Bridge reconstruction. The committee will also adopt the 2026 Purchasing Policy and award contracts for…
Village Board to approve liquor licenses and library agreement
The Village Board will consider approving short-term rental licenses, a community library operating agreement, and temporary alcohol permits for a car show. The board will also review bids for street resurfacing and sewer improvements.
Committee will consider alley storm‑water improvements and cost‑share plan
The Parks & Public Works Committee will discuss proposed improvements to the alley behind Broad Street between Cherry and Orange Streets, including engineering services estimated at $8,700 and a cost‑sharing arrangement among the City and the owners of 216 and 220 Broad Street. The committee will also review Magee…
Village approves water services agreement for Alberta Subdivision water main replacement
The Board of Trustees will vote on Resolution 2026-13, which approves a water services agreement with the Mequon Water Utility for the Alberta Subdivision water main replacement project. The meeting also includes review and action on several new and renewal operator licenses for local businesses, and routine financial…
Light & Water Commission meeting canceled
The July 20, 2026, meeting of the Cedarburg Light & Water Commission has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2026.
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…
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.
Parks & Rec Committee will review multiple project updates and a naming recommendation
The Ashland County Parks & Recreation Committee meeting will consider updates on the trail expansion, urban forestry invasive species removal, waterfront development, and a recommendation for naming the Ashland Boat Launch. The committee will also hear a report on Purple Park fundraising. No formal decisions are…
Commission will consider issuing $9.7 million in utility revenue bonds
The Sun Prairie Utilities Commission will approve routine consent agenda items, discuss closed‑session matters such as the possible sale of the SPU building on Main Street and water tower lease agreements, and consider several new business items. Key new business includes a proposal to issue $9,675,000 in Water &…
Utility Commission to consider water rate case application
The Reedsburg Utility Commission will meet to review departmental updates and financial reports. The body will consider submitting an application for a Conventional Water Rate Case and associated expenses.
Discussion of Stantec design proposal for Lower Lamparek Creek restoration
The Utilities Commission will discuss and possibly act on a Stantec design proposal for restoring Lower Lamparek Creek as part of storm water drainage. They will also review the 2027 proposed capital projects and the 2027‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for storm water and for sanitary sewer. No decisions have…
Dane-Iowa Wastewater Commission to discuss repairs and meeting schedule
The Dane-Iowa Wastewater Commission will meet to discuss force main repairs, water quality projects, and the facility's financial reports. The body may also consider changing the frequency of its meetings and the length of commission terms.
Committee recommends $44,428 contract for fire station fiber installation
The Superior Public Safety Committee will discuss limits on chickens, fowl, and waterfowl at residences and specifications for their housing. It will also address safety and traffic concerns at Central Park and Billings Park areas. The committee will recommend approving a $44,428 contract with Hanco Utilities for…
Groundwater committee to review project numbers and discuss 2027 study
The Portage County Groundwater Citizens Advisory Committee will review and approve minutes from October 2025 and discuss a 2027 County Wide Groundwater Study. The meeting will also include an update on County Projects, specifically the final WATER Project Numbers.
Commission to approve payments and contracts for water projects
The Waukesha Water Commission will approve payments from the General Fund and Improvement Fund, including a $20,000 classification study and a $46,273.78 change order for the New Operations Center. The body will also approve a water main replacement contract for the Luke, Born, and Walton reconstruction project.
Plan Commission to consider approval of ATC 12‑acre substation site plan at 4811 CTH H
The commission will review a site‑plan application (SP‑24‑27) from American Transmission Company to build a 12‑acre electrical substation at 4811 County Trunk Highway H. Staff recommends approval subject to conditions, including roof‑slope changes and a 24‑foot wall. The meeting also includes a vote to adopt a…
Utilities Commission to discuss possible sale of Main Street building
The Utilities Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the future use and potential sale of the SPU building on Main Street. This item will be addressed in a closed session before returning to an open session for possible action.
Waterworks Commission approves lead service line replacement contracts
The Waterworks Commission will approve final payments and change orders for two lead service line replacement contracts, and consider a resolution to authorize a representative to apply for state environmental funding.
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.
Lisbon discusses stormwater fees, compost funding, and equipment upgrades
The committee is reviewing potential increases to the stormwater utility fee and addressing a projected deficit in the compost fund. Discussions also include replacing mowing equipment and managing retention pond maintenance.
Committee considers $221,500 contract for flood mitigation land acquisition
The Utilities Committee is holding a special meeting to review a professional services agreement. The body will consider awarding a contract to JCG Land Services, Inc. for real estate acquisition related to flood mitigation projects.
Public Works Committee receives project updates and tours the new WWTP facility.
The Public Works Committee will receive an update on current city projects and tour the new WWTP facility. The agenda states that no official action will be taken if a quorum of the Common Council attends to gather information. The committee will also approve minutes from the May 20, 2026 meeting and receive public…