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.
3,058 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
- Wausau, WI (92)
- La Crosse, WI (86)
- Edgerton, WI (84)
- Appleton, WI (82)
- Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District, WI (81)
- Oconomowoc, WI (78)
- Madison, WI (72)
- Brookfield, WI (69)
- Waukesha, WI (67)
- Deerfield, WI (64)
- Neenah, WI (62)
- Cedarburg, WI (60)
Latest matching meetings
Larsen Drainage District annual meeting to set 2026 tax rates, fees
The Winnebago County Drainage Board will hold the Larsen Drainage District annual meeting, covering routine business such as approving prior minutes, hearing public comments, and receiving reports. Key actions include setting 2026 district tax assessment rates and fees, considering a 2027 brush cutting/mowing project…
Land & Water Committee holds fall tour, no votes
The Land and Water Resources Committee is holding its fall tour to gather information and discuss topics within its authority, including shoreland zoning, timber sales, and reforestation. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.
LCC to review 2027 budgets, cost-share agreements, and grants
The Door County Land Conservation Committee will review proposed 2027 budgets for the Soil & Water Conservation Department and UW-Extension, along with the 2025 departmental closeout report. The committee will also consider several cost-share agreements for water pollution abatement and soil/water resource management…
Lake committee to plan fall fish stocking, water testing, wake rules
The Twin Lakes Water Quality, Lake Habitat, Fish & Fishing Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend actions on fall 2026 fish stocking, initiating a water quality testing program, and possible wake board rules. The committee will also elect a chairperson. This is a working meeting; no final decisions…
Wausaukee utility committee to discuss 2027 budget
The Village of Wausaukee Water & Sewer Utility Committee is meeting to discuss the 2027 budget workshop. The agenda includes only this discussion item, along with standard procedural items. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
Sawyer County land, water and forest committee meets Sept 9 with no substantive items
The Land, Water & Forest Resources Committee will convene on September 9, 2026 at 8:30 AM in the Sawyer County Board Room and virtually via Zoom. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items and routine reports; no ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.
Finance Committee to weigh $50K tractor purchase, MPU appointment, beer permit
The Finance Committee will consider several action items, including a nomination for the Manitowoc Public Utilities Commission, a temporary liquor permit for Petskull Brewing during MetalFest, and an unbudgeted $50,000 request for a new John Deere utility tractor. The committee will also review minutes from its August…
Council to vote on cost-of-living increase, fee schedule, and contracts
The Juneau Common Council will vote on several resolutions including a cost-of-living increase, an amended 2026 city fee schedule, a farm lease agreement, and a three-year contract with Bowmar Appraisal Inc. They will also consider amendments to the personnel policy handbook and a holiday/weekend standby duty policy…
Utilities Committee to vote on storm grant resolution for urban forestry
The Utilities Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from its August 19, 2026 special meeting and to consider a resolution supporting a 2026 Wisconsin DNR Urban Forestry Catastrophic Storm Grant. The grant resolution is the only action item on the agenda; no other substantive business is listed.
Committee to discuss Animal Waste Storage Ordinance
The Crawford County Soil & Water Committee is meeting to receive reports from county staff and partner agencies, and to discuss a proposed Animal Waste Storage Ordinance. The agenda is largely routine, consisting of reports and administrative items, with the ordinance discussion being the only substantive policy item.
Land & Water Conservation Committee reviews mining, lakes, and farmer-led councils
The Portage County Land and Water Conservation Committee is meeting to receive reports and presentations on aquatic invasive species, nonmetallic mining reclamation, and conservation efforts. The agenda includes updates from the County Conservationist, lake and drainage districts, and farmer-led councils, with no…
Board of Public Works to approve bids and pay estimates for park, sidewalk, and paving projects
The Wausau Board of Public Works will review and likely approve several contracts and payments related to city infrastructure projects. The meeting includes discussions on timber harvesting, sidewalk repairs, asphalt paving, water treatment plant demolition, and downtown redevelopment. A closed session will address…
Antigo inland lake district approves $130,000 in 2026 levies for water quality and trails
The Antigo Inland Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District will vote on a 2026 budget that includes $130,000 in levies for lake restoration, water quality projects, and trail improvements. The meeting will also elect officers and review voting eligibility guidelines. No new taxes are proposed; funds will come from…
Wausau Common Council to vote on $6M bond for Riverlife South redevelopment
The Wausau Common Council will meet on September 8, 2026, at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers at Wausau City Hall. The agenda includes proclamations, committee updates, and votes on ordinances and resolutions, including a $6,000,000 taxable tax increment revenue bond for Foundry on 3rd Ph 1, LLC.
Finance Committee to consider solar array project and CPR device purchase
The Wausau Finance Committee will discuss and possibly approve two items: a drinking water treatment solar array project with a budget modification and sole source engineering design services, and a sole source purchase of LUCAS Mechanical CPR devices from Stryker for the Fire Department. The meeting also includes…
Council to negotiate with city administrator candidate, set library funding
The Pewaukee Common Council will consider directing staff to negotiate with a selected city administrator candidate, approve a resolution requesting exemption from the county library tax levy while committing at least $885,669 for the public library, and take action on several infrastructure and development items. The…
Utility Committee to discuss 7th Street property sale, utility commission formation
The Clintonville Utility Committee is meeting to review routine items including monthly bills, disconnects, delinquencies, and the 2027 preliminary budgets. The committee will also discuss possible action on the sale of the 7th Street property and the development of a Utility Commission.
Village Board to fill trustee vacancy, review audit, discuss daycare rules
The Windsor Village Board will hold a regular meeting with updates from fire/EMS, utility, and parks departments. Key actions include filling a trustee vacancy, approving the 2025 audit, and discussing statutory changes to in-home family daycares. The board will also consider resolutions for a rock rake purchase…
Design Review Committee to review Chipotle and Cowboy Jacks plans
The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee will review final revised plans for two commercial projects: a Chipotle at 4354 Mormon Coulee Rd. and a Cowboy Jacks in the River Point District. The committee will consider design, stormwater, and lighting plans. Public comments can be submitted via email, drop box…
Village board to vote on utility truck purchase and surveillance resolution
The Fredonia Village Board will consider purchasing a 2016 Ford F-550 utility crane truck for up to $100,000 and a resolution opposing automated surveillance technologies. The board will also discuss ordinances on cross-connection inspections and e-bike/scooter operations, plus closed-session items on property…
Committee to review mill/overlay projects, parking lot, CDBG grant
The Public Works & Development Committee is meeting to receive monthly DPW and water/wastewater updates, plus updates on the wastewater treatment plant and lawn mowing enforcement. They will also discuss mill and overlay projects, Mill St. parking lot reconstruction, and a CDBG grant application. No votes are listed…
Cedarburg utility committee to discuss wages, benefits, GM review
The Cedarburg Light & Water Personnel Committee will discuss wage and benefits survey data and employee compensation, then move into closed session to review the General Manager's performance and approve prior closed-session minutes. The open portion is limited to the compensation discussion and routine approvals.
Committee to review 2027 budget and watershed agreement
The Green County Land and Water Conservation Committee is meeting to review and approve minutes and bills, discuss a 2027 cooperative agreement with the Upper Sugar River Watershed Association, receive reports on the SAA tour and Clean Sweep, and review the 2027 budget. The agenda also includes an educational…
Finance committee to review 2025 audit and discuss 2027 budget and utility rates
The Finance Review Committee is meeting to review the 2025 audit and discuss the preliminary 2027 budget and 2027 utility rates, with possible recommendations to the City Council. The agenda includes approving prior minutes and setting future agenda items.
Elm Grove Beautification Committee reviews 2026 sustainability plans
The Beautification Committee will discuss renewal of Bee City status, progress on the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge, and upcoming environmental events like the river cleanup and Wisconsin Stormwater Week. Members will also review tree-planting grants, a legacy tree contest, and updates to the village’s mission statement.
Commission to begin 2027 budget prep and set public hearing date
The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District will discuss the preparation of its 2027 budget and set the date and time for the public hearing on that budget. The meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2026, at Summit Village Hall. No other specific actions, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.
Mount Pleasant Utilities Commission to discuss storm water and sewer plans for 2027-2031
The Mount Pleasant Utilities Commission will review draft minutes from May 28, 2026, and discuss new business related to storm water drainage and sanitary sewer projects. The meeting includes a proposal for the Lower Lamparek Creek Restoration and reviews of the 2027 capital budget and 2027-2031 Capital Improvement…
Committee reviews resolutions to issue $4.29M in bonds for water and loan programs
The Finance Committee will consider authorizing the issuance of four separate bond series totaling approximately $4.29 million. These bonds are designated for the LSL Replacement Loan Program and the Water System. The committee will also review financial assistance agreements with state agencies and options for paying…
Brookfield Common Council to consider adding sewer flow analysis requirement
The Brookfield Common Council will hold a public hearing on September 1, 2026, to consider proposed amendments to the Municipal Code. The changes would add definitions to Section 17.04.020 and require a sanitary sewer flow analysis as part of the application content in Section 17.100.050.J. The public can comment by…
Utilities Commission to consider 2027 storm water and sanitary sewer budgets
The Mount Pleasant Utilities Commission will consider accepting newly constructed public storm and sanitary sewers for three developments, discuss procedures for impediments in navigable waterways, and review recommendations for the 2027 operational budgets for the storm water and sanitary sewer utilities. The meeting…
Trail commission to consider TDS utility permit at Cheese Country Trail
The Tri-County Trail Commission is meeting to discuss trail operations, including a utility permit application from TDS Telecommunications LLC at the intersection of Cheese Country Trail and 6th Street in Mineral Point. They will also review encroachment issues, trail usage, conditions, grants, maintenance needs, and…
Crawford County Soil & Water committee meets to present Land Conservation Awards
The Crawford County Soil & Water Committee will hold a procedural meeting on August 27, 2026, at the Crawford County Fairgrounds in Gays Mills. The agenda consists primarily of standard administrative items, including roll call and approval of minutes. The only substantive item is the presentation of Land Conservation…
Commission to authorize sale of Taxable Water System Second Lien Revenue Bonds Series 2026 W3 and W4
The Public Debt Commission will review annual reports on the Public Debt Amortization Fund and debt service for 2021-2030. The body will vote to authorize the issuance of two series of Taxable Water System Second Lien Revenue Bonds (Series 2026 W3 and W4). It will also approve a resolution to draw on the Amortization…
Antigo Public Works to consider renaming Saratoga Street, wastewater repairs
The Antigo Public Works Committee will meet to discuss and potentially act on several infrastructure items, including a request to reconsider a special assessment, a contract amendment for a CDBG project, street renaming, and multiple wastewater and water plant repairs. The agenda also includes approval of minutes…
Council to consider e-bike ordinance, power contract, and final plat
The Waupun Common Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a first reading of an ordinance to regulate electric bicycles, approval of a long-term power supply contract amendment, and the final plat for Prairie Fields. The council will also consider a school/police…
Public Works & Utilities Committee meeting agenda and packet review
This is a procedural agenda for the Public Works & Utilities Committee meeting. The only listed items are the agenda and the packet, with no specific discussion or decision items detailed.
Finance Committee to review 2027 budget, net new construction, equalized values
The Stoughton Finance Committee will review preliminary 2027 net new construction, final 2027 equalized values, and the Finance Department's requested 2027 budget. They will also consider two resolutions: amending the capital budget for Opera House garage roof replacement and accepting stormwater improvements for the…
Hartford Electric Utility plans $1.7M in 2027-28 grid upgrades
The Utility Committee is reviewing the 2027 and 2028 Capital Improvement Programs for the Electric Utility, which include several infrastructure rebuilds and equipment replacements. These projects aim to replace aging underground and overhead lines, poles, transformers, and vehicles to improve reliability and reduce…
Council to consider Fire Station #2 plans, liquor license, sewer reimbursement
The Hartford Common Council will consider approving building plans for Fire Station #2 and moving to bidding, a new liquor license for Double Down Lounge, a sewer lateral reimbursement for Michael Schoeder, and a certified survey map for properties on Union Street. The agenda also includes discussion of the 2027-2031…
Committee to review budget amendment, climate coalition, sewer projects
The Ashland Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a draft resolution to amend the 2025 budget and transfer general fund balance for prior years' project expenses, a draft resolution to join the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition, and sewer replacement and wastewater…