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BloomerWI averageUS Census ACS
Population
3,691
Per-capita income
$31,543
Median home value
$194,000
Bachelor's or higher
29%
Typical home value $298,337 +5.7% yr/yr · +29.1% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2009–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Fri Oct 30, 2026

City Council

City Council to discuss service installation issues on York Street

The Bloomer City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and consider service installation issues located on York Street.

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City of Bloomer Special Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 October 30th, 2026, 8:00 a.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) V. Business Items 1. Discussion and consideration on service installation issues on York Street. VI. Adjournment

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Wed Oct 28, 2026

City Council

Bloomer City Council to discuss 2027 wages and insurance premiums

The City Council will consider 2027 wage increases and health and dental insurance premiums. The body will also review job descriptions for water and wastewater lead positions and an employee handbook amendment regarding vacation.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 October 28th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Approval of minutes of the October 14th and October 19th, 2026, meeting V. Approval of all claims against the City and Utilities VI. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) VII. General Reports 1. Department Managers Reports 2. Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer Report 3. Alderperson Comments 4. Mayor Comments VIII. Business Items 1. Discussion and consideration on Change Order #1 from JT Engineering for additional RPR hours. 2. Discussion and consideration on health insurance premiums for 2027. 3. Discussion and consideration on dental insurance premiums for 2027. 4. Discussion and consideration on wage increases for 2027. 5. Discussion and consideration on amendment of employee handbook as it relates to vacation. 6. Discussion and consideration on Water/Wastewater Collection Lead job description. 7. Discussion and consideration on Wastewater Plant Lead job description. 8. Update on Electric Rate Case. 9. Update on 2027 budget. 10. Set November and December meetings. X. Adjournment
Mon Oct 19, 2026

City Council

City Council to discuss Melvin Construction completion date change

The Bloomer City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a change order from Melvin Construction. The council will consider amending the substantial completion date for the project.

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✓ Decided: Council approves test digs and schedule extension for York/Zera project

The Common Council directed Melvin Construction to dig test spots to verify water main installation on the York/Zera project. They also approved extending the project's substantial completion date to November 6 with a single layer of binder for blacktop.

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City of Bloomer Special Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 October 19th, 2026, 4:30 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) V. Business Items 1. Discussion and consideration on change order amending the substantial completion date from Melvin Construction. VI. Adjournment
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City of Bloomer Special Meeting of the Common Council 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 October 19th, 2026, 4:30 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a special meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bloomer was called to order on Monday, October 19th, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street – Mayor Rubenzer presiding. Roll call was taken: Mayor Rubenzer, Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion and Attorney Gierhart were present. All present gave pledge to the flag. Motion (Reischel/Jenneman) to direct the Melvin Construction to work with Water Department and dig 6 test spots, more if needed per the manager’s discretion, to make sure the water main was properly installed on the proper amount of bedding and to approve extending the substantial completion date of the project to Friday, November 6th, with just putting one layer of binder down for blacktop on the York/Zera project. Motion carried. Motion (Reischel/Hansen) to adjourn. Motion carried. Sandra L. Frion City Administrator
Wed Oct 14, 2026

City Council

Bloomer City Council to hold 2027 budget workshop

The City Council will discuss a construction change order, a Christmas parade permit, and a license agreement with Mayo Health Systems. The meeting includes a budget workshop for 2027 and closed sessions regarding employee promotions and litigation.

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✓ Decided: Council approves city expenditures and promotes employee to sergeant

The Bloomer Common Council approved $1,173,554.26 in city and utility claims. The council also authorized a street use permit for the Chamber of Commerce and a training license agreement with Mayo Health Systems. Following a closed session, the council directed the City Administrator to offer a promotion to the sergeant position to Draco Lorenz.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 October 14th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Approval of minutes of the September 23rd, 2026, meeting V. Approval of all claims against the City and Utilities VI. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) VII. General Reports 1. Department Managers Reports 2. Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer Report 3. Alderperson Comments 4. Mayor Comments 5. Recognition of Kyle Schmidt for completion of the Electric Line Worker Apprenticeship VIII. Business Items 1. Discussion and consideration on change order amending the substantial completion date from Melvin Construction. 2. Discussion and consideration on Street Use Permit submitted by the Bloomer Chamber for December 12th for the Christmas parade. 3. Discussion and consideration on a License Agreement with Mayo Health Systems. 4. Discussion regarding setbacks for R-2 lots in the Creekside Estates development. 5. Wisconsin State Statute §19.85(1)(c) “Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility.” – Promotion of employee to sergeant.; Wisconsin State Statute §19. …
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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Common Council 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 October 14th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bloomer was called to order on Wednesday, October 14th, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. at Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street – Mayor Rubenzer presiding. Roll call was taken: Mayor Rubenzer, Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion and Attorney Gierhart were present. All present gave pledge to the flag. Motion (Resichel/Poppe) to approve the minutes from the September 23rd, 2026, Common Council meeting. Motion carried. Motion (Jenneman/Hansen) to approve all claims against the City and Utilities as presented. The claims were in the amounts listed below: Checks Numbered: 95092-95165 General Fund: $ 220,498.06 Electric Fund: $ 778,672.60 Water Fund: $ 26,374.34 Sewer Fund: $ 33,969.39 Payroll: $ 114,039.87 TOTAL $ 1,173,554.26 Motion (Jenneman/Reischel) to approve a Street Use Permit for the Bloomer Chamber of Commerce on December 12th. Motion carried. Motion (Jenneman/Reischel) to approve a License Agreement with Mayo Health Systems for training purposes for the Fire and Police Departments. Motion carried. Motion (Reischel/Jenneman) to convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) – “Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public emp …
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Wed Oct 14, 2026

City Council

City of Bloomer to open labor negotiations with police association

The City of Bloomer and the Bloomer Professional Police Association will meet to present initial bargaining proposals. The meeting is open to the public, though subsequent discussions may be held in closed session if requested.

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CITY ADMINISTRATOR Sandi Frion 715/568-3032 DEPUTY CLERK/TREASURER 715/568-3032 UTILITY CLERK 715/568-3331 STREET DEPARTMENT Chad Gudis 715/568-2811 WATER/WASTEWATER DEPT. Bill Miller 715/568-2424 ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT Tim Kuhn 715/568-4444 POLICE CHIEF Mark McElroy 715/568-5924 PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that labor negotiations will open at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14th, 2026, at the City of Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street between the City of Bloomer and the Bloomer Professional Police Association. This notice is given pursuant to Wisconsin State Statute §111.70(4)(cm)2. This negotiation meeting will be open to the public and is being held for purposes of presenting initial bargaining proposals. In addition, each party will then continue to negotiate in either open or closed session. If either party requests that subsequent continued discussions be in closed session, they will be closed. 1503 Main Street ● Bloomer ● WI 54724 Fax: 715/568-3969 www.ci.bloomer.wi.us
Mon Oct 5, 2026

Police Commission

Police Commission to review sergeant position recommendation

The Police Commission will meet to receive a Police Department update. The body may enter a closed session to review a recommendation for a sergeant position.

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N O T I C E Police Commission Regular Meeting Bloomer City Hall 1503 Main Street, Bloomer Monday, October 5th, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. A. Call to Order B. Roll Call: Dale Siverling, Anita Amodt, Delores Klund, Brant Alman, Greg Loew, Brandon Poppe (ex-officio member). C. Pledge of Allegiance D. Public Wishing to be Heard E. Police Department update F. The Police Commission of the City of Bloomer may convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) – “Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility.” – Review of recommendation for sergeant position. G. The Police Commission shall reconvene to open session for any action needed from closed session. H. Adjournment
Wed Sep 30, 2026

Golf Course Committee

Bloomer golf course committee to discuss furnace and A/C replacement and irrigation funding

The Bloomer Golf Course Committee meets Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at the Bloomer Memorial Golf Course. The agenda is mostly discussion items: whether to replace or maintain the furnace and A/C unit, a multi-year funding request for eventual irrigation replacement, and 2027 tree planting. The only action item listed is approval of the minutes from the 07/30/26 meeting. No dollar amounts, contracts, or votes are specified in the agenda.

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MEETING NOTICE Golf Course Committee Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Bloomer Memorial Golf Course, Bloomer, WI A. Call to Order B. Roll Call of Members C. Public Comments D. Approval of Minutes – 07/30/26 E. Business Items 1. Discuss the need for replacement of furnace and A/C unit. 2. Discuss the furnace and A/C maintenance versus repairs. 3. Discuss multi-year funding request for eventual irrigation replacement. 4. Discuss 2027 tree planting. F. Adjournment
Mon Sep 28, 2026

City Council

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Wed Sep 23, 2026

City Council

✓ Decided: Bloomer City Council approves zoning change and wastewater project financing

The City Council approved a zoning map amendment for a single-family district and authorized reimbursement resolutions for wastewater infrastructure projects. Additionally, the council denied one temporary alcohol license while approving another for a Chamber of Commerce event. The council also authorized legal action to abate a nuisance at 9 Westbrook Drive.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Common Council 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 September 23rd, 2026, 5:15 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bloomer was called to order on Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. at Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street – Mayor Rubenzer presiding. Roll call was taken: Mayor Rubenzer, Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion and Attorney Gierhart were present. All present gave pledge to the flag. Motion (Poppe/Reischel) to approve the minutes from the September 9th, 2026, Common Council meeting. Motion carried. Hansen made a motion to approve all claims against the City and Utilities as presented. Jenneman seconded the motion. The claims were in the amounts listed below: Checks Numbered: 95043-95091 General Fund: $ 545,264.36 Electric Fund: $ 525,523.03 Water Fund: $ 6,029.56 Sewer Fund: $ 56,455.38 Payroll: $ 132,317.06 TOTAL $ 1,133,272.33 Mayor Rubenzer opened the public hearing to hear comments on amending the zoning map to add parcel #23009-0522-69070008 to the R-1 Single Family Zoning District. No public comment was made. Public hearing was closed. Motion (Jenneman/Reischel) to approve Ordinance #03-26 – Amend the zoning map to include parcel #23009-0522-69070008 to the R-1 Single Family District. Motion carried. Motion (Hansen/Jenneman) to …
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Wed Sep 9, 2026

City Council

Council to levy assessments, consider ordinances, Creekside Estates plat

The Bloomer City Council is holding a public hearing and considering several business items, including a final resolution for special assessments on an alley replacement, two zoning ordinance changes, and the final plat and purchase agreement for Creekside Estates. They will also review a recycling center cost update and act on license and permit applications for a local business event.

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✓ Decided: Bloomer Common Council rejects alley special assessments and approves zoning changes

The Bloomer Common Council approved claims totaling $1,019,716.89 and rejected Resolution #11-26 regarding alley replacement special assessments. The council also approved ordinances for projecting signs and accessory building setbacks, along with the final plat and purchase agreement for Creekside Estates. Additionally, the council approved a live music and dancing license and a street use permit for Block '49 Meats.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 September 9th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Approval of minutes from the August 26th, 2026, meeting. V. Approval of all claims against the City and Utilities VI. Public hearing to hear comments special assessment for excavation, laying base course and finish grade with asphalt on Block 1 of Priddy’s Addition between Main Street and Kranzfelder Street from 17th Avenue to 18th Avenue. VII. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) VIII. General Reports 1. Department Managers Reports 2. Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer Report 3. Alderperson Comments 4. Mayor Comments IX. Business Items 1. Discussion and consideration on Resolution #11-26: Final resolution levying special assessments against benefitted property for alley replacement. 2. Discussion and consideration on Ordinance #04-26: Allowing projecting signs as a permitted use. 3. Discussion and consideration on Ordinance #05-26: Amending accessory building setbacks. 4. Update ongoing recycling center costs and the option of baling product. 5. Discussion and consideration on final plat for Creekside Estates. 6. Discussion and consideration on draft purchase agreement for Creekside Estates. …
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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Common Council 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 September 9th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bloomer was called to order on Wednesday, September 9th, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. at Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street – Mayor Rubenzer presiding. Roll call was taken: Mayor Rubenzer, Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion and Attorney Gierhart were present. All present gave pledge to the flag. Motion (Reischel/Poppe) to approve the minutes from the August 26th, 2026, Common Council meeting. Motion carried. Jenneman made a motion to approve all claims against the City and Utilities as presented. Hansen seconded the motion. The claims were in the amounts listed below: Checks Numbered: 94989-95042 General Fund: $ 157,288.07 Electric Fund: $ 12,824.88 Water Fund: $ 13,215.60 Sewer Fund: $ 722,662.29 Payroll: $ 113,726.05 TOTAL $ 1,019,716.89 Motion (Jenneman/Reischel) to reject Resolution #11-26 – Final resolution levying special assessments against benefitted properties for alley replacement on Block 1 of Priddy’s Addition between Main Street and Kranzfelder Street from 17th Avenue and 18th Avenue based on comments and concerns from abutting property owners. Motion carried. Motion (Reischel/Hansen) to approve Ordinance #04-26 allowing for projecting si …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026

Planning Commission

Commission to discuss zoning amendments and new sign regulations

The Planning Commission will consider an ordinance to amend the zoning map for a specific annexed parcel. Members will also discuss new rules for projecting signs and the Creekside Estates final plat.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission BLOOMER CITY HALL 1503 MAIN ST Bloomer, WI 54724 09/02/2026, 3:00 p.m. 1. Meeting called to order. 2. Roll call: Don Stoik, Jared Zwiefelhofer, Richard Hofmann, Matt Meinen, Tom Bleskacek, Mayor Rubenzer and Alderperson Jenneman. 3. Approval of the previous minutes from the June 17th, 2026, meeting. 4. Discussion and consideration of Ordinance #03-26: To amend the zoning map to annexed parcel #23009-0522-69070008. 5. Discussion and consideration on Ordinance #04-26: Regarding Permitted Signs to allow for Projecting Signs. 5. Discussion and consideration on Creekside Estates final plat. 6. Meeting to be adjourned.
Wed Aug 26, 2026

Park Board

Park Board to discuss Willis Park improvements and North Park tables

The Park Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss park matters. They will hear public comments, approve minutes, and receive an update on Willis Park improvements. The board will also discuss new tables at North Park pavilions, further discuss camp sites at North Park, and address other park maintenance needs.

✓ Decided: Bloomer Park Board tables North park camping discussion, reviews Willis park plans

The Park Board approved the 06-24-26 meeting minutes and heard a presentation from John Kiecker on proposed updates to Willis park, including a wider sidewalk, two bump-outs for picnic tables, and repurposing a building into a downtown picnic pavilion. The board discussed purchasing picnic tables and adding donor-named tables, benches, and tree saplings to a marketing campaign, but did not choose a table make or model. Discussion on camping at North park was tabled, with no decision made. The meeting adjourned at 4:50 pm.

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The City of Bloomer shall attempt to provide reasonable special accommodations to the public for access to its public meetings, provided reasonable notice of special need is given. If special accommodations for a meeting are desired, contact City Hall at 715/568-3032. NOTICE Regular Meeting of Park Board Wednesday, August 26th, 2026 4:00 p.m. – City Hall 1503 Main Street 1. Meeting called to order. 2. Roll call: Donnie Stoik, Rod Turner, Brady Jenneman, John Kiecker, and Janet Thur 3. Public Wishing to be Heard. 4. Approval of minutes. 5. Update on Willis Park improvements. 6. Discussion on new tables at North Park pavilions. 7. Further discussion on camp sites at North Park. 8. Discussion on all other park maintenance needs. 9. Adjournment.
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Park Board Meeting Minutes 08/26/2026 Meeting was called to order by Brady Jenneman @ 4:07 Roll Call: Present: Brady Jenneman, John Kiecker, Rod Turner (by phone) Absent: Janet Thur, Donnie Stoik Meeting mins from 06-24-26 were approved by Rod Turner and seconded by Brady Jenneman John Kiecker presented additional information on proposed plans to update Willis park. Some updates to include widening the sidewalk, adding two bump-outs on which picnic tables would sit, and to re-purpose the building structure into a downtown picnic pavilion. An addendum was supplied to Sandi Frion outlining estimated costs and activities for updates. Addendum to be added to meeting mins. Discussion on picnic tables to be purchased for the parks, and for picnic tables, bench seating and replacement tree saplings to be added to a marketing campaign for citizens to be able to donate toward these items to be used in the Bloomer Parks-and have their name or loved one’s name affixed to the table. The exact make and model of the table was not chosen at this time, as there were some additional questions that Brady wanted to dig into. Discussion on camping at North park was discussed again. Nothing was decided other than it should remain a topic for discussion as it would be a way to generate revenue for the parks. John Kiecker suggested that prior to discussing offering camping at parks in Bloomer, that a robust system be developed by the city council to manage a ven …
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Wed Aug 26, 2026

City Council

Council to consider alcohol license, roofing quote, Creekside Estates update

The Bloomer City Council is holding its regular meeting with routine approvals of minutes and claims, followed by public comments. Business items include a temporary alcohol license for St. Paul's Catholic Church, a roofing quote for the Warming House, and an update on Creekside Estates purchase agreement.

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✓ Decided: Bloomer council approves $755,333.26 in claims and a church alcohol license

The Common Council approved minutes from its August 12th, 2026 meeting and approved all claims against the City and Utilities totaling $755,333.26. It approved a Temporary Alcohol Beverage License for St. Paul's Catholic Church on September 27th, 2026, and approved a bid from Rufledt Roofing to reroof the warming house using city building outlay funds. The meeting then adjourned. No vote tallies were recorded; each motion is listed as carried.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 August 26th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Approval of minutes from the August 12th, 2026, meeting. V. Approval of all claims against the City and Utilities VI. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) VII. General Reports 1. Department Managers Reports 2. Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer Report 3. Alderperson Comments 4. Mayor Comments VIII. Business Items 1. Discussion and consideration on Temporary Alcohol Beverage License for St. Paul’s Catholic Church on September 27th, 2026. 2. Discussion and consideration on roofing quote from Rufledt Roofing for the Warming House. 3. Update on Memo’s of Interest received for Creekside Estates and final purchase agreement process. IX. Adjournment
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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Common Council 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 August 26th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bloomer was called to order on Wednesday, August 12th, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. at Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street – Mayor Rubenzer presiding. Roll call was taken: Mayor Rubenzer, Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion were present. Attorney Gierhart was absent. All present gave pledge to the flag. Motion (Jenneman/Reischel) to approve the minutes from the August 12th, 2026, Common Council meeting. Motion carried. Jenneman made a motion to approve all claims against the City and Utilities as presented. Poppe seconded the motion. The claims were in the amounts listed below: Checks Numbered: 94938-94988 General Fund: $ 105,568.61 Electric Fund: $ 515,315.04 Water Fund: $ 14,032.20 Sewer Fund: $ 16,405.06 Payroll: $ 104,012.35 TOTAL $ 755,333.26 Motion (Jenneman/Poppe) to approve a Temporary Alcohol Beverage License for St. Paul’s Catholic Church on September 27th, 2026. Motion carried. Motion (Jenneman/Hansen) to approve a bid submitted by Rufledt Roofing for reroofing of the warming house using city building outlay funds. Motion carried. Motion (Reischel/Jenneman) to adjourn. Motion carried. Sandra L. Frion City Administrator
Wed Aug 12, 2026

City Council

Council to discuss excavation, land sales, and fire inspection fees

The Bloomer City Council will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals, public comments, and department reports. Key business includes discussions on the north substation excavation, potential buyers for Creekside Estate lots, a solid waste collection evaluation, a tree removal and land purchase offer, a fire inspection ordinance amendment, and a resolution for special assessments. The council will also enter closed session to discuss tax increment financing and contract negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Council approves fire inspection ordinance and alley repaving resolution

The Bloomer Common Council approved several routine items, including claims totaling $576,058.67, a memo of interest for the Creekside Residential Development, an ordinance amending fire inspection frequency, and a resolution declaring intent to use special assessment police powers for alley repaving. The council also entered closed session to discuss tax increment financing and contract negotiation strategy, then reconvened and adjourned.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 August 12th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Approval of minutes from the July 22nd, 2026, meetings. V. Approval of all claims against the City and Utilities VI. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) VII. General Reports 1. Department Managers Reports 2. Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer Report 3. Alderperson Comments 4. Mayor Comments VIII. Business Items 1. Discussion with Damien Prince from Chippewa Valley Excavating regarding excavation of north substation project. 2. Discussion and consideration on Memo of Interest form for potential buyers of Creekside Estate Lots. 3. Discussion and consideration on results of findings from FOTH Engineering regarding the Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Services evaluation. 4. Discussion and consideration request of removal of tree and offer to purchase of the old boat landing. 5. Discussion and consideration on Ordinance #02-26 – Amend §5-2-4(b)(3) of the City Code as it relates to Fire Inspection frequency. 6. Discussion and consideration on Resolution #10-26 – Preliminary Resolution Declaring Intent to Exercise Special Assessment Police Powers under Wi. Stat. §66.0703. 7. The Common Council …
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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Common Council 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 August 12th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bloomer was called to order on Wednesday, August 12th, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. at Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street – Mayor Rubenzer presiding. Roll call was taken: Mayor Rubenzer, Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion and Attorney Gierhart were present. All present gave pledge to the flag. Motion (Reischel/Poppe) to approve the minutes from the July 15th, 2026, Common Council meeting. Motion carried. Jenneman made a motion to approve all claims against the City and Utilities as presented. Hansen seconded the motion. The claims were in the amounts listed below: Checks Numbered: 94832-94937 General Fund: $ 136,249.69 Electric Fund: $ 88,858.14 Water Fund: $ 15,668.44 Sewer Fund: $ 63,787.93 Payroll: $ 271,494.47 TOTAL $ 576,058.67 Motion (Jenneman/Reischel) to approve the Memo of Interest form for the Creekside Residential Development. Motion carried. Motion (Jenneman/Poppe) to approve Ordinance #02-26 – Amend §5-2-4(b)(3) of the City Code as it relates to the frequency of required fire inspections. Motion carried. Motion (Reischel/Jenneman) to approve Resolution #10-26 – Preliminary Resolution Declaring Intent to Exercise Special Assessment Police …
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Thu Jul 30, 2026

Golf Course Committee

Golf Course Committee to discuss irrigation and possible land development

The Bloomer Golf Course Committee is meeting to discuss irrigation concerns and will enter closed session to deliberate on possible land development affecting the golf course layout, per Wisconsin open meetings law. The committee may take action after reconvening in open session.

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MEETING NOTICE Golf Course Committee Thursday, July 30th, at 5:00 p.m. Bloomer Memorial Golf Course, Bloomer, WI A. Call to Order B. Roll Call of Members C. Public Comments D. Approval of Minutes – 04/14/2026 E. Business Items 1. Discussion on irrigation concerns 2. The Golf Course Committee shall convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85 (1)(e) – “Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session.” - Possible land development affecting golf course layout 3. Reconvene to open session to take any necessary action. F. Adjournment
Wed Jul 22, 2026

City Council

Council to consider $2.88M bond issuance and $475K loan for TID 5

The Bloomer City Council will consider issuing $2,880,000 in general obligation promissory notes and a $475,000 State Trust Fund Loan for TID 5 improvements. They will also discuss change orders for TID 5 roadwork and MJ Electric substation dirt removal, special assessments for alley repaving, and street use permits for upcoming events.

✓ Decided: Council approves $2.88M notes for TID 5 infrastructure

The Bloomer Common Council approved several measures related to TID 5 infrastructure, including issuing $2,880,000 in general obligation promissory notes and a $475,000 State Trust Fund Loan for site grading and utility improvements. They also approved road surface replacement on Industrial Drive, a change order for MJ Electric, and special assessments for alley repaving. All motions passed unanimously.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 July 22nd, 2026, 5:15 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Approval of minutes from the July 15th, 2026, meetings. V. Approval of all claims against the City and Utilities VI. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) VII. General Reports 1. Department Managers Reports 2. Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer Report 3. Alderperson Comments 4. Mayor Comments VIII. Business Items 1. Discussion and consideration on Resolution #09-26 – Resolution providing Issuance, Sale, and Delivery of $2,880,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026B. 2. Approval the Board of Commission of Public Lands Application/Resolution authorizing the issuance of $475,000 State Trust Fund Loan to providing funding for site grading and gas and electric utility improvements on TID 5. 3. Discussion and consideration on change order for TID 5 regarding petition for complete removal and replacement of surface on TID 5 Industrial Drive work. 4. Discussion and consideration on change order for dirt removal from MJ Electric for north substation. 5. Discussion regarding special assessment charges for alley repaving between Main St. and Kranzfelder St. from 17th Ave. to 18th Ave. 6. Discus …
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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Common Council 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 July 22nd, 2026, 5:15 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bloomer was called to order on Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. at Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street – Mayor Rubenzer presiding. Roll call was taken: Mayor Rubenzer, Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion and Attorney Gierhart were present. All present gave pledge to the flag. Motion (Jenneman/Poppe) to approve the minutes from the July 15th, 2026, Common Council meeting. Motion carried. Hansen made a motion to approve all claims against the City and Utilities as presented. Jenneman seconded the motion. The claims were in the amounts listed below: Checks Numbered: 94791-94831 General Fund: $ 119,535.66 Electric Fund: $ 25,918.79 Water Fund: $ 13,678.58 Sewer Fund: $ 33,959.46 TOTAL $ 193,092.49 Motion (Jenneman/Hansen) to approve Resolution #09-26 – Providing Issuance, Sale and Delivery of $2,880,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026B, as presented for TID 5 infrastructure development. Motion carried. Motion (Jenneman/Poppe) to approve the Application for a Board of Commission of Public Lands application and resolution for a State Trust Fund Loan authorizing issuance of $475,000 to provide funding for site grading and gas and electri …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning board to hear variance request for 6-foot fence

The Bloomer Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and meeting to consider Zachary Mulholland's request for a variance to build a 6-foot privacy fence in the street yard at 2110 W. 26th Ave. The ordinance allows fences up to 4 feet in that area, so he is asking for a 2-foot variance. The board will hear evidence for and against the request and then vote.

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A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, JULY 21ST, 2026 AT 4:30 P.M. TO GRANT A VARIANCE FOR ZACHARY MULHOLLAND. A MEETING OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, JULY 21ST, 2026 FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC HEARING AT CITY HALL 1. Call the meeting to order. 2. Hear all evidence for and against the proposed variance. 3. Close the public hearing. 4. Call the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting to order. 5. Roll Call: Matt Meinen, Barb Boetcher, Tami Baribeau, Carol Rubenzer, Dick Hofmann and Brian Yohnk Alternates: Jared Zwiefelhofer 6. Approval of the minutes from the previous meeting (05/12/2026). 7. Zachary Mulholland, 2110 W. 26th Ave., has requested a variance to build a 6-foot privacy fence on the street yard of property. The ordinance states that a fence less than or equal to 4 feet in height is permitted in the street yard setback area. He’s asking for a 2 foot variance. 8. Meeting to be adjourned.
Wed Jul 15, 2026

City Council

Council to consider change order for dirt removal at north substation

The Bloomer City Council is holding a regular meeting with routine items including approval of minutes, claims, and public comments. The main business item is a discussion and consideration of a change order for dirt removal from MJ Electric for the north substation, presented by Dave Krause of EPS Engineering.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $1.31M in claims and prior meeting minutes

The Bloomer Common Council approved the minutes from the June 24 and July 1, 2026 meetings, and approved all claims against the City and Utilities totaling $1,314,016.48. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after these routine approvals.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 July 15th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Approval of minutes from the June 24th and July 1st, 2026, meetings. V. Approval of all claims against the City and Utilities VI. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) VII. General Reports 1. Department Managers Reports 2. Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer Report 3. Alderperson Comments 4. Mayor Comments VIII. Business Items 1. Discussion and consideration on change order for dirt removal from MJ Electric for north substation. – Dave Krause, EPS Engineering IX. Adjournment
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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Common Council 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 July 15th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bloomer was called to order on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. at Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street – Mayor Rubenzer presiding. Roll call was taken: Mayor Rubenzer, Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman (via phone), Hansen; Administrator Frion and Attorney Gierhart were present. All present gave pledge to the flag. Motion (Hansen/Poppe) to approve the minutes from the June 24th and the July 1st, 2026, common council meeting. Motion carried. Reischel made a motion to approve all claims against the City and Utilities as presented. Poppe seconded the motion. The claims were in the amounts listed below: Checks Numbered: 94718-94790 General Fund: $ 85,485.63 Electric Fund: $ 977,911.55 Water Fund: $ 10,963.81 Sewer Fund: $ 17,790.36 Payroll $ __ 221,865.13 TOTAL $ 1,314,016.48 Motion (Reischel/Poppe) to adjourn. Motion carried. Sandra L. Frion City Administrator
Wed Jul 1, 2026

City Council

Council to discuss selling city-owned lots and substation change order

The Bloomer City Council is meeting for its regular session, which includes public comments, department reports, and a closed session to discuss strategy on selling residential lots in a city-owned subdivision and responding to a change order request from MJ Electric for a substation. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other major action items listed.

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✓ Decided: Council sets lot prices for city subdivision, pauses substation work

The Bloomer Common Council directed the city administrator to begin advertising the city subdivision and set lot prices: $55,000 for all R-2 zoned lots, $62,000 for center R-1 zoned lots and lots 31 & 32, and $70,000 for R-1 lots 33-37. The council also directed the city administrator to inform the engineer for the substation project to put a hold on any work related to a recently submitted change order that was verbally approved, and to request the engineers attend the July 15th meeting for clarification. The council first convened in closed session to discuss strategy on the lot sales and the change order, then reconvened to open session to take these actions.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 July 1st, 2026, 6:00 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) V. General Reports 1. Department Managers Reports 2. Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer Report 3. Alderperson Comments 4. Mayor Comments VI. Business Items 1. The common council of the City of Bloomer may convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(e) – “Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session.” – Consideration on strategy related to sale of residential lots in City owned subdivision to be platted; and consideration related to strategy related to response to requested change order from MJ Electric for substation. 2. The common council shall convene back to open session. VII. Adjournment
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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Common Council 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 July 1st, 2026, 5:15 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bloomer was called to order on Wednesday, July 1st, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. at Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street – Mayor Rubenzer presiding. Roll call was taken: Mayor Rubenzer, Alderpersons Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion and Attorney Gierhart were present. Alderperson Poppe was absent. All present gave pledge to the flag. Motion (Jenneman/Hansen) to convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(e) – “Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting of public funds, or conducting other specified business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session.” – Consideration on strategy related to sale of residential lots in city owned subdivision to be platted; and consideration related to strategy related to response of requested change order from MJ Electric for substation. Roll Call – Reischel-aye; Jenneman-aye; Hansen-aye. Motion carried. Motion (Hansen/Reischel) to reconvene to open session. Roll Call – Reischel-aye; Jenneman-aye; Hansen-aye. Motion carried. Motion (Jenneman/Hansen) to direct the city administrator to start the advertising process for the city subdivision and set the price of the lots as follows: All R-2 zoned l …
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Wed Jun 24, 2026

Park Board

Park Board to discuss Willis Park improvements and North Park netting, campsites, food trucks

The Bloomer Park Board is holding its regular meeting to discuss several park projects and policies. Items include improvements to Willis Park, installing netting at North Park pavilions, campsites at North Park, and allowing music and food trucks at North Park. The board will also review minutes and hear public comments.

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✓ Decided: Bloomer Park Board reviews Willis Park bandshell idea, North Park camping, and food truck rules

The Park Board heard a presentation on proposed Willis Park improvements, including cleaning out the existing covered building, removing the old fire whistle tower, and laying out the park for use as a bandshell, inspired by a nature-based music venue in Riverfalls, WI. Members generally thought it was a good idea the group or City could support, but said more work is needed on costs and timeline. The board also discussed camping at North Park for potential revenue; minutes note the board voted unanimously against North Park camping about 10 years ago, and more work is needed on implications, costs, and management. Food trucks and vendors at parks were discussed favorably, and John Kiecker asked Brady or Sandi to review the ordinance and determine the easiest way to allow and manage them. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded at this meeting.

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The City of Bloomer shall attempt to provide reasonable special accommodations to the public for access to its public meetings, provided reasonable notice of special need is given. If special accommodations for a meeting are desired, contact City Hall at 715/568-3032. NOTICE Regular Meeting of Park Board Wednesday, June 24th, 2026 4:00 p.m. – City Hall 1503 Main Street 1. Meeting called to order. 2. Roll call: Donnie Stoik, Rod Turner, Brady Jenneman, John Kiecker, and Janet Thur 3. Public Wishing to be Heard. 4. Approval of minutes. 5. Discussion on Willis Park improvements. 6. Discussion on installation of netting at North Park pavilions. 7. Discussion on camp sites at North Park. 8. Discussion on allowing music and food trucks at the North Park. 9. Discussion on all other park maintenance needs. 10. Adjournment.
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Minutes, Bloomer Park Board Meeting June 24th, 2026 Meeting called to order Roll Call: Rod Turner, Brady Jenneman, Donnie Stoik, John Kiecker, and Janet Thur were present. Meeting was called to order my Brady Jenneman. John Kiecker gave a power point presentation on improvements at Willis Park. Willis Park has not had any significant capital expenditure in recent history. The improvements included cleaning out the existing covered building, removing the old fire whistle tower and laying out park to be used as bandshell. The city of Riverfalls, WI was used as the inspiration for a nature- based music venue. The pro’s and con’s were discussed. It was generally thought of as a good idea and one that the group/City could support. More work will need to be done to better understand the costs and project timeline. The concept of camping at North Park was discussed. The idea is that revenue from camping could be allocated to the Park Board budget. Pros and cons were discussed. This was brought up about 10 years ago and the Park Board moved unanimously to not support camping at North Park at that time. At the request of Brady J, the packet that was put together at that time was turned into City Hall by John Kiecker for reference. More work will need to be completed to better understand the implications, costs and management structure. There was discussion on getting food trucks or other vendors to be able to be allowed at the parks. The group thought in ge …
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Wed Jun 24, 2026

City Council

Council to issue debt for TID 5, approve permits and land map

The Bloomer City Council will consider resolutions to issue general obligation promissory notes for TID 5 and approve the 2025 Compliance Maintenance report. They will also review a certified survey map for a parcel involving Don Schimmel and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, several street use and live music permits for local events, a donation of a crow's nest and pavilion at the fairgrounds, a police sergeant schedule, and possibly reschedule July meetings.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $695K in claims, TID 5 promissory notes

The Bloomer City Council approved all claims totaling $695,008.56, including general, electric, water, sewer, and payroll funds. It also passed resolutions for the issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes for TID 5 and the 2025 Wastewater Treatment Facility Compliance Report. Several permits, licenses, and a donation were approved, and the police sergeant schedule was adopted with one abstention.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 June 24th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Approval of minutes from the June 10th, 2026, Common Council regular meeting V. Approval of all claims against the City and Utilities VI. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) VIII. General Reports 1. Department Managers Reports 2. Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer Report 3. Alderperson Comments 4. Mayor Comments IX. Business Items 1. Discussion and consideration on Resolution #07-26: Providing for the issuance and sale of general obligation promissory notes, Series 2026B, for TID 5. 2. Discussion and consideration on Resolution #08-26: Approving the 2025 Compliance Maintenance report. 3. Discussion and consideration on a certified survey map submitted by Don Schimmel and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church for parcel #23009-0821-63880806. 4. Discussion and consideration on Street Use Permit submitted by Candis Homme on behalf of the Bloomer Historical Museum. 5. Discussion and consideration on a Live Music Permit submitted on behalf of the Bloomer Historical Museum. 6. Discussion and consideration on a Street Use Permit submitted by Michelle Allen, Bloomer House, for August 1st. 7. Discussion …
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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Common Council 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 June 24th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bloomer was called to order on Wednesday, June 24th, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. at Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street – Mayor Rubenzer presiding. Roll call was taken: Mayor Rubenzer, Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion were present; Attorney Gierhart was absent. All present gave pledge to the flag. Hansen made a motion to approve the minutes from the June 10th, 2026, regular council meeting. Reischel seconded the motion. Motion carried. Jenneman made a motion to approve all claims against the City and Utilities as presented. Poppe seconded the motion. The claims were in the amounts listed below: Checks Numbered: 94664-94717 General Fund: $ 133,998.25 Electric Fund: $ 404,072.25 Water Fund: $ 3,163.13 Sewer Fund: $ 13,777.11 Payroll $ __ 139,997.82 TOTAL $ 695,008.56 Motion (Jenneman/Hansen) to approve Resolution #07-26 for Providing Issuance and Sale of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026B, for TID 5. Motion carried. Motion (Jenneman/Reischel) to approve Resolution #08-26 Approving the 2025 Compliance Report for the Wastewater Treatment Facility. Motion carried. Motion (Jenneman/Reischel) to approve a Certified Survey Map submitted for D …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Police Commission

Police Commission to review patrol candidate test results in closed session

The Bloomer Police Commission is holding a regular meeting that includes a police department update and a closed session to review testing results of a patrol candidate, as permitted under Wisconsin law for employment-related matters. The commission may take action on the candidate after reconvening in open session.

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NOTICE Police Commission Regular Meeting Bloomer City Hall Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. A. Call to Order B. Roll Call: Dale Siverling, Anita Amodt, Delores Klund, Brant Alman, Greg Loew, Brandon Poppe (ex-officio member). C. Pledge of Allegiance D. Public Wishing to be Heard E. Police Department update F. The Police Commission of the City of Bloomer may convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) – “Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility.” – Reviewing of testing results of patrol candidate. G. The Police Commission shall reconvene to open session for any action needed from closed session. H. Adjournment
Wed Jun 17, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review church survey map, Creekside Estates update

The Bloomer Planning Commission will meet to approve prior minutes, discuss a certified survey map for Don Schimmel and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on parcel #23009-0821-63880806, and receive an update on the Creekside Estates development. The meeting is scheduled for June 17, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at City Hall.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of church survey map

The Bloomer Planning Commission met on June 17, 2026, and approved the minutes from the May 27 meeting. The commission voted to recommend approval of a certified survey map submitted by Don Schimmel and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church for parcel #23009-0821-63880806. The meeting adjourned after the recommendation.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission BLOOMER CITY HALL 1503 MAIN ST Bloomer, WI 54724 June 17th, 2026, 3:00 p.m. 1. Meeting called to order. 2. Roll call: Don Stoik, Jared Zwiefelhofer, Richard Hofmann, Matt Meinen, Tom Bleskacek, Mayor Rubenzer and Alderperson Jenneman. 3. Approval of the previous minutes from the May 27th, 2026, meeting. 4. Discussion and consideration on certified survey map submitted by Don Schimmel & Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on parcel #23009-0821-63880806. 5. Update on Creekside Estates development. 6. Meeting to be adjourned.
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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission Bloomer City Hall 1503 Main Street June 17th, 2026 Meeting called to order at 3:00 p.m. Roll call: Mayor Rubenzer, Tom Bleskacek, Matt Meinen, Dick Hofmann were present. Alderman Jenneman and Jared Zwiefelhofer. Donnie Stoik attended late. Motion (Hofmann/Bleskacek) to approve the minutes of the May 27th, 2026, meeting. Motion carried. Motion (Hofmann/Meinen) to recommend for approval a certified survey map submitted by Don Schimmel & Good Shepherd Lutheran Church for parcel #23009-0821-63880806. Motion carried. Motion (Bleskacek/Meinen) to adjourn. Motion carried.
Wed Jun 10, 2026

City Council

Council to consider filing electric rate case with PSC

The Bloomer City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 10, 2026, at 1503 Main Street. The agenda includes routine approvals, public comments, and several business items, including a possible electric rate case filing, funding for Creekside Estates, a payment request from EPS Engineering, and a wastewater facility plan submittal to the DNR. The council may also enter closed session to discuss a Water/Wastewater Department Manager succession plan and potential payments on EPS invoices.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $335,826 in EPS engineering invoices

The Bloomer City Council approved paying outstanding EPS Engineering invoices totaling $335,826.24 after a closed session. They also authorized rate and facility plan submissions, approved liquor licenses, and approved claims totaling $272,376.20.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 June 10th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Approval of minutes from the May 27th, 2026, Common Council regular meeting V. Approval of all claims against the City and Utilities VI. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) VIII. General Reports 1. Department Managers Reports 2. Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer Report 3. Alderperson Comments 4. Mayor Comments IX. Business Items 1. Discussion and possible action on filing Test Year 2026 Electric Rate Case Application with the PSC. 2. Discussion and consideration on funding model for Creekside Estates. 3. Discussion and consideration on request for payment to EPS Engineering. 4. Discussion and consideration on submittal of Facility Plan to the DNR for the wastewater treatment plant, lift station 1 and lift station 2. 5. Discussion and consideration on approval of 2026/2027 liquor license renewals. 6. The Common Council of the City of Bloomer may convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) and §19.85(1)(e) – “Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises …
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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Common Council 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 June 10th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bloomer was called to order on Wednesday, June 10th, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. at Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street – Mayor Rubenzer presiding. Roll call was taken: Mayor Rubenzer, Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Hansen; Administrator Frion and Attorney Gierhart were present; Alderman Jenneman was absent. All present gave pledge to the flag. Hansen made a motion to approve the minutes from the May 27th, 2026, regular council meeting. Poppe seconded the motion. Motion carried. Hansen made a motion to approve all claims against the City and Utilities as presented. Poppe seconded the motion. The claims were in the amounts listed below: Checks Numbered: 94606-94663 General Fund: $ 90,596.69 Electric Fund: $ 24,873.29 Water Fund: $ 8,615.43 Sewer Fund: $ 39,457.04 Payroll $ __ 108,833.75_ TOTAL $ 272,376.20 Motion (Poppe/Hansen) authorizing Ehler’s to submit the test year 2026 Electric Rate Application with the Public Service Commission. Motion carried. Motion (Reischel/Poppe) authorizing CBS Squared to submit the Facility Plan, as presented at the May 27th, 2026, meeting, for the Wastewater Treatment Plant, Lift Station 1 and Lift Station 2 to the WI DNR for review. Motion carried. Mo …
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Wed May 27, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider chicken permits, Mayo addition, sign rules

The Bloomer Planning Commission will discuss and consider two conditional use permits for keeping chickens, a land use permit for a Mayo Clinic Health Systems addition, a certified survey map, and a new building for b & l Ruff Properties. They will also discuss sign regulations under Article H, Sec 13-1. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and roll call.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends zoning change to allow projecting signs in commercial districts

The Planning Commission recommended approval to the council for a zoning code amendment allowing projecting signs in C-1, C-2, I-1, and I-2 districts, with stipulations on height, size, and illumination. The commission also recommended approval for two conditional use permits for keeping chickens, a land use permit for Mayo Health Clinic expansion, a certified survey map, and a new building construction permit.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission BLOOMER CITY HALL 1503 MAIN ST Bloomer, WI 54724 May 27th, 2026, 3:30 p.m. 1. Meeting called to order. 2. Roll call: Don Stoik, Jared Zwiefelhofer, Richard Hofmann, Matt Meinen, Tom Bleskacek, Mayor Rubenzer and Alderperson Jenneman. 3. Approval of the previous minutes from the April 22nd, 2026, meeting. 4. Discussion and consideration on a Conditional Use Permit submitted by Melissa Klosterman, 1121 Oak St., for the keeping of chickens. 5. Discussion and consideration on a Conditional Use Permit submitted by Jordan Light, 1120 Newman St., for the keeping of chickens. 6. Discussion on Land Use Permit Application for Mayo Clinic Health Systems, 1501 Thompson St., for an addition. 7. Discussion on Article H, Sec 13-1 as it relates to the permitting of signs. 8. Discussion and consideration on a certified survey map by Michael Randall on parcel #23009-0511-72800001. 9. Discussion on Land Use Permit Application for b & l Ruff Properties LLC, Mark Ruff, 1911 N Industrial Dr. for a new building. 10. Meeting to be adjourned.
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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission Bloomer City Hall 1503 Main Street May 27th, 2026 Meeting called to order at 3:30 p.m. Roll call: Mayor Rubenzer, Tom Bleskacek, Matt Meinen, Jared Zwiefelhofer and Dick Hofmann were present. Alderman Jenneman and Donnie Stoik were absent. Motion (Zwiefelhofer/Bleskacek) to approve the minutes from the April 22nd, 2026, meeting. Motion (Zwiefelhofer/Hofmann) to recommend approval to the council for a Conditional Use Permit for the keeping of chickens for Melissa Klosterman at 1121 Oak Street. Motion carried. Motion (Zwiefelhofer/Meinen) to recommend approval to the council for a Conditional Use Permit for the keeping of chickens for Jordan Light at 1120 Newman Street. Motion carried. Motion (Hofmann/Zwiefelhofer) to approve a Land Use Permit for Mayo Health Clinic at 1501 Thompson Street for an expansion of current facility. Motion carried. Motion (Zwiefelhofer/Meinen) to recommend amending Article H, Sec 13-1-146 of the zoning code to allow for projecting signs in C-1, C-2, I-1 and I-2 districts with the stipulations that they have to be at least 10 feet off the ground, no larger than 12 sq. feet, and no illumination or swinging of sign. Motion carried with Hofmann voting nay. Motion (Zwiefelhofer/Bleskacek) to recommend for approval of a certified survey map submitted by Mike Randall for parcel #23009-0511-72800001. Motion carried. Motion (Zwiefelhofer/Hofmann) to recommend for …
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Wed May 27, 2026

City Council

Bloomer Council to hear chicken permits, WWTP plan, Creekside Estates bids

The Bloomer City Council is holding public hearings on conditional use permits for keeping chickens at two properties and on the facility plan for the wastewater treatment plant and lift stations. The council will also discuss and consider bids for the Creekside Estates development, a contract with CBS Squared, police department staffing, an Xcel Energy service agreement, a site lease with Northern States Power, and several Street Department improvement bids.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Creekside Estates infrastructure bid and several street department contracts

The council approved the low bid from Haas Sons, Inc. for the Creekside Estates residential infrastructure development, including alternate 2, and an amendment to the engineering services agreement with CBS Squared. It also approved a sergeant hiring process, an Xcel Energy study agreement, a site lease with Northern States Power, and bids for boiler replacement and door/window/siding work at the Street Department. Two conditional use permits for keeping chickens at 1121 Oak Street and 1120 Newman Street were approved. All motions carried unanimously.

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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 May 27th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call: Mayor Rubenzer; Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Jenneman, Hansen; Administrator Frion; Attorney Gierhart III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Approval of minutes from May 13th, 2026, Common Council regular meeting V. Approval of all claims against the City and Utilities VI. 1. Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for the Keeping of Chickens at 1121 Oak St. 2. Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for the Keeping of Chickens at 1120 Newman St. 3. Public hearing on the Facility Plan for the WWTP, Lift Station 1 and Lift Station 2. VII. Public wishing to be heard (Comments from the public will be limited to five minutes per speaker.) VIII. General Reports 1. Department Managers Reports 2. Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer Report 3. Alderperson Comments 4. Mayor Comments IX. Business Items 1. Discussion and consideration on bids for development of Creekside Estates. 2. Discussion and consideration on RPR contract with CBS Squared for the Creekside Estates Development. 3. Discussion and consideration on future staffing at the Police Department. 4. Discussion and consideration on service agreement with Xcel Energy for Transmission to Load Facilities Study for new substation. 5. Discussion and consideration on site lease with Northern States Power at the Street Department. 6. Disc …
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City of Bloomer Regular Meeting of the Common Council 1503 Main Street Bloomer, WI 54724 May 27th, 2026, 5:15 p.m. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bloomer was called to order on Wednesday, May 27th, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. at Bloomer City Hall, 1503 Main Street – Mayor Rubenzer presiding. Roll call was taken: Mayor Rubenzer, Alderpersons Poppe, Reischel, Hansen; Administrator Frion were present; Attorney Gierhart and Alderman Jenneman were absent. All present gave pledge to the flag. Hansen made a motion to approve the minutes from the May 13th, 2026, regular council meeting. Poppe seconded the motion. Motion carried. Poppe made a motion to approve all claims against the City and Utilities as presented. Reischel seconded the motion. The claims were in the amounts listed below: Checks Numbered: 94557-94605 General Fund: $ 252,255.86 Electric Fund: $ 395,970.91 Water Fund: $ 11,814.07 Sewer Fund: $ 27,918.87 Payroll $ __ 145,515.44_ TOTAL $ 833,475.15 Mayor Rubenzer opened the public hearing to comments on the keeping of chickens at 1121 Oak Street and 1120 Newman Street as well as the Facility Plan for the WWTP, lift station 1 and 2. There were no public comments. Mayor Rubenzer closed the public hearing. Motion (Hansen/Poppe) to approve the low bid from Haas Sons, Inc., with the additional alternate 2 bid, for the Creekside …
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🏢 Building at this address: 5 m tall
Sources: IRS/ProPublica, EPA ECHO, FEMA NFHL, Overture Maps
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$2.4MALPINE CONGLOMERATE, LLC
Department of Defense · 8512226581!CABLE ASSEMBLY
$1.9MALPINE CONGLOMERATE, LLC
Department of Defense · 8511594390!CABLE ASSEMBLY
$533,470ALPINE CONGLOMERATE, LLC
Department of Defense · 8511231329!ARM,NOSE GEAR LOCK
$378,566ALPINE CONGLOMERATE, LLC
Department of Defense · BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS W/ LIDS
$260,000ALPINE CONGLOMERATE, LLC
Department of Defense · 8511928853!ARM,NOSE GEAR LOCK
$212,000ALPINE CONGLOMERATE, LLC
Department of Defense · FORWARD SUPPORT FRAME STRUCTURE
$174,275ALPINE CONGLOMERATE, LLC
Department of Defense · 8509203065!PLATE,MOUNTING
$172,695ALPINE CONGLOMERATE, LLC
Department of Defense · 8510602170!CONNECTOR,PLUG,ELECTRICAL
$132,920ALPINE CONGLOMERATE, LLC
Department of Defense · 8511084543!CABLE ASSEMBLY
$119,094ALPINE CONGLOMERATE, LLC
Department of Defense · 8510201782!CASE,INFRARED EQUIP

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Chippewa County)
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Adults with low literacy13.4% (low numeracy 22% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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$5.0M
Annual budget
$1.3M
Debt outstanding

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$5.0M
Spending$4.0M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load

Outstanding debt$1.3M
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.498
All kids
0.483
Black kids
0.483

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