Council approves bonds, fees and grants including water revenue bond and promissory notes On Nov. 11 Wausau’s council approved the 2026 fee schedule, authorized promissory notes up to $311.8M, and approved a water system revenue bond (approx. $4.6M) tied to lead‑line and water projects; the council also accepted a Peak Patrol grant for the police department.

Wausau's Common Council just made a historic move, approving over $316 million in bonds and fees to enhance the city's water system and public safety!

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City Finance Committee Begins Discussions on 2026 Budget and Fee Schedule Committee reviews budget strategies while addressing rising costs and departmental challenges.

Wausau's Finance Committee is tackling a daunting $4 million budget shortfall while striving to keep costs from hitting residents' wallets hard.

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City Council Reviews $2.5M Project Funding and Tax Credit Timeline Council discusses funding options and construction deadlines for the $2.5 million project.

The Wausau Finance Committee is racing against the clock to secure $2.5 million for a major infrastructure project, but will they meet the deadline to unlock crucial tax credits?

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City Budget Faces Challenges Amid Staffing Cuts and Rising Legal Expenses City departments adjust budgets with personnel cuts and unexpected legal cost increases.

Wausau's Finance Committee is grappling with tight budgets, unexpected costs, and potential staffing cuts that could reshape the city's financial future.

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City Finance Committee Begins 2026 Budget Discussions Amid Growing Fiscal Challenges Committee reviews proposed 2026 budget focusing on cost-cutting measures and long-term planning.

Wausau's Finance Committee is tackling a daunting $4 million budget gap as inflation and unexpected costs threaten essential services.

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City Plans Major Debt Payment and Water Projects for 2026 Budget City prepares for 2026 with significant debt payment and water project funding plans.

Wausau's Finance Committee is gearing up for a transformative 2025 budget, tackling a $982,000 debt service increase while planning major water projects for the future.

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City Seeks Loan Closure for $14 Million Project Amid Budget Challenges City faces challenges in closing $14 million loan for ongoing utility project.

Wausau's Finance Committee is racing against time to secure a $14 million loan for vital community projects, but will they overcome the hurdles in time?

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City Council Approves 2026 Budget Amid Rising Costs and Public Safety Concerns The budget meets levy limits but faces challenges from rising expenses and funding for public safety.

Wausau's Finance Committee faces a tough challenge in balancing the budget while tackling rising costs and public safety funding concerns.

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City Finance Committee Approves Airport Lease and Solar Grant Submission Committee authorizes airport ground lease and submits grant for solar array project funding.

Wausau's Finance Committee just took major steps toward community growth by approving an airport lease and a $1.2 million solar grant—find out how these initiatives could reshape the future!

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New Berlin achieves market stability with Ehlers financial strategy New Berlin secures financial stability through strategic sales with Ehlers.

Wausau's Finance Committee is eyeing a game-changing investment strategy that could lead to major savings and market stability—will this proactive approach set a new financial standard for the city?

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City Council Nominates Alder Tierney as Vice Chair and Approves CVMEC Membership Council votes unanimously to nominate Alder Tierney and authorize CVMEC membership extension.

Wausau's Finance Committee just made headlines by nominating Alder Tierney as vice chair and gearing up for a crucial decision on electric cooperative membership!

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City Council Approves Referendum for Funding Firefighters After TID 6 Closure Council discusses referendum necessity to fund firefighters amid levy drops from TID 6 closure.

Wausau officials face tough choices as closing Tax Increment District 6 could drop the city's levy by $1.6 million, impacting essential services like firefighting.

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Council debates revisions to procurement policy amidst budget constraints Council discusses lowering procurement thresholds to improve financial accountability during economic challenges

Wausau's Finance Committee is pushing to tighten procurement rules, aiming for greater accountability in city spending as economic challenges loom.

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