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6 days ago

Plainview ISD hears costs, compliance plan for state 3‑point seat‑belt mandate on school buses District transportation staff and First Student estimated retrofitting noncompliant buses would cost about $25,000–$35,000 per bus; with 16 noncompliant route buses, retrofit estimates approached $480,000. The board approved a phased replacement and adoption of district policy steps to comply with the state mandate by the September 1, 2029 deadline.

Plainview ISD is taking crucial steps to comply with the state's three-point seat belt mandate for school buses, but retrofitting could cost nearly half a million dollars!

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1 week ago

Parents accuse district leadership of misrepresenting investigation into staff misconduct; call for accountability Multiple parents told the Scott County Board of Education they reviewed records showing repeated student reports about a staff member called Woods, said the district's investigation found "partially substantiated" misconduct, and accused Superintendent Billy Parker of publicly mischaracterizing witness availability; several callers urged board action.

Parents are demanding accountability as they expose troubling details of misconduct involving a staff member, raising serious questions about the district's transparency and leadership.

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1 week ago

Newman City Council adopts Road Safety Action Plan to target high-injury corridors On March 24, 2026 the Newman City Council unanimously adopted a Road Safety Action Plan that targets 12 priority locations and recommends a mix of site-specific projects, systemic street treatments and education programs aimed at cutting fatal and serious-injury crashes.

The Newman City Council has taken a bold step towards safer streets by adopting a comprehensive Road Safety Action Plan targeting the city's most dangerous intersections.

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4 months ago

Valley Transit authorizes $100,000 MOU with CS Appleton LLC to start transit center preliminary design tied to $25 million grant Valley Transit approved a memorandum of understanding with CS Appleton LLC to fund up to $100,000 in preliminary design work for a new transit center funded by a $25 million grant; staff noted the grant is pending administrative processing in Chicago and a development agreement with a private developer remains unsigned.

Valley Transit is taking a bold step forward with a $100,000 deal to kickstart the design of a new transit center, backed by a $25 million grant—exciting changes are on the horizon!

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5 months ago

Valley Transit budget: Appleton share rises modestly as driver shortages shape service planning Valley Transit officials told the Finance Committee the system's 2026 budget is largely a straight‑line carryforward but the City of Appleton's share increases by roughly $20K–$26K, driven mostly by salaries and benefits. Officials detailed regional funding partners and stressed that restoring service levels depends on hiring qualified drivers; a $

Valley Transit’s 2026 budget reveals a modest increase in Appleton's contribution, but service restoration hinges on overcoming significant driver shortages.

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5 months ago

Wastewater budget: digester inspection eases some capital scope but permit reissuance will tighten phosphorus and add PFAS testing Utilities staff told the Finance Committee that an inspection of one wastewater digester reduced the previously projected capital scope because the steel structure is in good condition, but the plant faces new regulatory obligations as the WPDES permit reissuance advances: lower phosphorus limits and more regimented PFAS testing. Staff laid out a 5

Appleton's wastewater treatment plant is navigating a pivotal moment as a recent digester inspection eases capital concerns, but looming regulatory changes promise to reshape future operations.

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5 months ago

Votes at a glance: Finance committee approves 2026 departmental budgets and key capital items The Appleton Finance Committee approved a sequence of 2026 operating and capital budgets in a Nov. 1 budget‑Saturday workshop. The committee voted to approve budgets for legal & clerk services, Valley Transit, water, wastewater, stormwater, public works, sanitation, wheel tax, subdivision capital, public works capital program, central equipment, C‑

The Appleton Finance Committee's recent budget workshop saw unanimous approvals for critical services and capital projects, paving the way for a robust 2026 financial plan.

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5 months ago

Room tax revenues exceed early models; committee approves room tax budget and discusses Exhibition Center bonds The committee approved the room tax special revenue fund budget and discussed how 3% of room-tax collections pay Exhibition Center bonds. Staff said room-tax receipts have outpaced original forecasts and that a management-agreement renegotiation for the Exhibition Center is underway.

Appleton's room tax revenues are soaring beyond expectations, paving the way for exciting developments at the Fox Cities Exhibition Center!

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5 months ago

Appleton Public Library celebrated after reopening; council approves 2026 library budget Council approved the library's 2026 budget after a presentation highlighting the library's reopening, a Wisconsin Library of the Year award, strong usage statistics since Feb. 15, and planned operational priorities including sustainability and possible solar array additions.

The Appleton Public Library is making waves after being named Wisconsin's Library of the Year, boasting an impressive 253,000 visitors since its reopening!

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5 months ago

Finance committee advances 2026 operating and capital budgets, reserves $3.6M for stormwater projects The Appleton City finance committee held a Saturday budget workshop on Nov. 1 and advanced a series of 2026 operating and capital budgets across city departments, including transit, utilities, public works, police, fire, parks, and information technology. Committee members reserved $3.6 million in the stormwater utility budget for flood mitigation,

Appleton City’s finance committee just approved a significant $3.6 million reserve for stormwater flood mitigation in the 2026 budget—what does this mean for the community?

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5 months ago

IT director says 2026 budget jump tied to ERP module operational costs; highlights RingCentral, Meraki and new panic‑button system Director Papp told the committee the 2026 IT budget rise mainly reflects ERP modules moving from project to operational costs, a new enterprise permitting module, RingCentral phone licensing, increased Meraki licensing for Ethernet switch replacements, an email-security appliance and a planned panic‑button system that alerts police radios.

Appleton City's IT budget is set for a historic increase in 2026, driven by new ERP operational costs and cutting-edge technology upgrades like a direct emergency response system!

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5 months ago

Committee approves SMA revision, complete-streets contract amendment, temporary occupancy permit and right-of-way for Richmond-Ridgeview signal The Municipal Services Committee approved four action items unanimously, including the third revision to the State Municipal Agreement for Law Street, a contract amendment for Thrivent complete-streets design support, a long-term temporary occupancy permit for 318 West College Avenue, and a relocation order to acquire right-of-way at Richmond and R

The Municipal Services Committee has given a green light to four major projects, including a significant reduction in city costs for the Law Street redesign and a new traffic signal at Richmond and Ridgeview!

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5 months ago

Finance Committee awards sustainability and resiliency master planning contract to Pale Blue Dot LLC The Appleton City Finance Committee on Monday approved a $98,966 contract plus an 8.7% contingency with Pale Blue Dot LLC to produce a citywide sustainability and resiliency master plan. The vote was 4–1 after debate over spending priorities and expected tangible results.

The Appleton City Finance Committee has taken a bold step towards sustainability by approving a $98,966 contract with Pale Blue Dot LLC to create a comprehensive resiliency master plan, but not everyone is on board.

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6 months ago

Community Shares Vision for Roadway Redesign with Wisconsin DOT Collaboration Community plans engaging roadway redesign focusing on streetscape amenities over next five years.

Appleton is not just upgrading its roads; it's crafting a vibrant community space that reflects the residents' vision for the future!

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6 months ago

Appleton City Council approves zoning code amendments for temporary uses and shoreland regulations Council approved text amendments simplifying temporary use permits and establishing shoreland zoning standards.

Appleton is shaking up its zoning regulations to make it easier for local businesses to thrive—no more hassle for temporary permits like farmers markets!

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6 months ago

Plan Commission Reopens Public Hearing on Zoning Code Amendments for Sign Regulations Plan Commission agrees to hold item until next meeting for further language revisions.

Appleton's City Plan Commission is taking a bold step towards transparency by reopening a public hearing on crucial zoning code amendments—what changes are in store for the community?

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6 months ago

Grand Chute Commission Approves Resolution for Long-Term Planning Effort Commission supports vision for community improvement in Grand Chute planning efforts.

Appleton's City Plan Commission has taken a bold step forward with a unanimous resolution to shape the future of community planning and improvement projects!

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6 months ago

Appleton unveils vision for transformative College Avenue corridor project Community engagement shapes vision for safer, welcoming College Avenue as a destination.

Appleton is reimagining College Avenue as a vibrant hub for community life, enhancing safety and accessibility while preserving affordable housing for all.

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6 months ago

Appleton School District Discusses Truancy Ordinance and Accountability Measures Superintendent Hartshus leads discussion on new truancy policy, emphasizing support for students.

The Appleton School District is taking a bold step towards enhancing accountability and community collaboration as they discuss a crucial new truancy ordinance.

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6 months ago

Alder Fenton questions potential conflicts with Safe Streets for All grant Alder Fenton inquires about the status of the Safe Streets grant application.

Alder Fenton's probing questions at the Finance Committee meeting reveal the city's determination to secure funding for safer streets, but uncertainty looms over potential conflicts with other initiatives.

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6 months ago

City Council Approves $38K Community Development Donation and Bike Plan Grant Application Council votes unanimously to approve budget amendments and grant application for bike plan.

Appleton's Finance Committee just approved $38K for community development and a groundbreaking bike and pedestrian plan, all unanimously!

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6 months ago

City Officials Discuss Bike Ped Plan and Tree Preservation on Sixth Street Reconstruction City leaders evaluate bike routes and tree impact during Sixth Street reconstruction discussions.

Appleton's city officials are grappling with the challenge of improving bike and pedestrian routes while fighting to save cherished trees during critical street reconstruction.

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6 months ago

City Engineers Discuss Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety in Urban Planning City engineers advocate for safer multimodal transportation designs amid community safety concerns.

Appleton's Municipal Services Committee is reimagining urban safety by prioritizing pedestrian and cyclist needs, but can their bold plans overcome the challenges of existing infrastructure?

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6 months ago

City Council Discusses Sixth Street Bike Lane Design for Traffic Safety Council reviews plans for bike lane separation on Sixth Street to enhance safety at intersections.

City officials in Appleton are taking bold steps to enhance cyclist and pedestrian safety along Sixth Street by advocating for separated bike lanes at busy intersections.

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6 months ago

Traffic Engineers Discuss 10-Foot Shared Use Path Standards at Badger Memorial Intersection Engineers emphasize 10-foot path standard amid concerns over traffic and tree placement.

Appleton's future pathways are at a crossroads as officials debate the crucial 10-foot width standard for shared use paths amidst community concerns and high traffic volumes.

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6 months ago

City Council Discusses Reconstruction Plans for Sixth Street and Badger Avenue Council focuses on design specifics for Sixth Street and Badger Avenue reconstruction project.

Appleton residents are pushing for safer streets and beautiful designs as the city plans a major reconstruction of Sixth Street—will their voices be heard?

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6 months ago

Appleton City Council discusses bike pedestrian pathways and roadway design concerns Residents voice concerns over proposed bike paths and sidewalk designs along Badger Avenue.

Residents in Appleton are raising alarms over proposed sidewalks that could transform their front yards into driveways and complicate winter snow removal.

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6 months ago

Appleton Municipal Services Committee Approves Design for Sixth and Eighth Street Projects The committee votes to advance design approvals for upcoming street construction projects.

Appleton's Municipal Services Committee just greenlit major street improvements that promise to transform traffic flow and safety in key neighborhoods!

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6 months ago

City Council Separates Veterans Park Renaming from Policy Discussions City Council votes 3-0 to separate Veterans Park renaming from policy changes.

Appleton's Parks and Recreation Committee takes a bold step by separating the renaming of Veterans Park from policy discussions, ensuring clarity and transparency.

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6 months ago

Appleton City Council considers TAP grant for Southpointe Powerline Trail connection Council members discuss pursuing TAP grant for projected $934,000 trail project.

Appleton's Parks and Recreation Committee is eyeing a crucial TAP grant that could pave the way for a $934,000 trail connection—will they secure the funding to enhance the city's outdoor space?

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