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La CrosseWI averageUS Census ACS
Population
51,791
Per-capita income
$34,356
Median home value
$196,600
Bachelor's or higher
35%
Typical home value $282,230 +4.4% yr/yr · +28.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2002–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$138.1M (FY2023)
Total spending$136.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$57.2M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$202.1M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,606 (FY2023)

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Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20259 housing units ($3.6M)

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Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 4:00 PM

City Plan Commission

City Plan Commission to review multiple rezoning requests and property agreements

The City Plan Commission will consider several ordinances to change property zoning for residential and industrial uses. The body will also review property transfer agreements and provide an update on the zoning and subdivision code project.

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City Plan Commission City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers 4:00 PM Monday, November 2, 2026 Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Agenda Items: 26-0975 Resolution approving Purchase and Development Agreement with the Northside Neighborhood Center, Inc. for property at 1552 Kane St. 26-0975 Resolution 26-0975 Purchase and Development Agreement 26-0975 Accepted Proposal 26-0975 Staff Report CPC.StaffReport.1102026.26-0975.LK.pdf Attachments: 26-1005 AN ORDINANCE to amend Subsection 115-110 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse by transferring certain property from the Light Industrial District to the Special Multiple Dwelling District, allowing for the property at 400 & 402 Copeland Avenue to be converted from commercial into residential use. 26-1005 Ordinance 26-1005 Rezoning Petition 26-1005 300-foot Property Owner Buffer List 26-1005 Property Owner Buffer Map 26-1005 Notice of Hearing 26-1005 Undeliverable Notice 26-1005 Affidavit of Publication - Notice of Hearing CPC.StaffReport.1102026.26-1005.LK.pdf Attachments: 26-1042 AN ORDINANCE to amend Subsection 115-110 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Crosse by transferring certain property from the Light Industrial and Heavy Industrial Districts to the Heavy Industrial District, allowing for the property at Island Street (tax parcel 17-10213-91) to be split. 26-1042 Ordinance Attachments: Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wi …
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Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 10:00 AM

Board of Public Works

Board of Public Works to review gas main replacements and right-of-way payments

The Board of Public Works will discuss street department updates and construction contract payments. The body is reviewing requests for occupancy permits for gas main replacements and payments for right-of-way acquisitions.

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Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor
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Board of Public Works City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor 10:00 AM Monday, November 2, 2026 This meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available through video conferencing. The meeting can be viewed (no participation) by visiting the Legislative Information Center Meetings calendar (https://cityoflacrosse.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx) - find the scheduled meeting and click on the "In Progress" video link to the far right in the meeting list. Call to Order Roll Call Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey, Tamra Dickinson, Erin Goggin, Matthew Gallager, Andrea Trane. Approval of Minutes Minutes from October 26, 2026. Agenda Items: 25-1203 Bidder's Proof of Responsibility. 25-1458 Street Department Updates. 26-1123 Construction Contract Change Orders. 26-1130 Construction Contract Final Payments. 26-1139 Approval of payment list of right-of-way acquisitions for Losey Blvd. 26-1143 Revocable Occupancy Permit (ROWP-047712-2026) request from Xcel Energy to replace gas main in the Hintgen Neighborhood. 26-1144 Revocable Occupancy Permit (ROWP-046418-2026) request from Xcel Energy to replace gas main on Harvey Street and Hamilton Street between Taylor and Campbell Street. Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decisio …
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Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 8:30 AM

Arts and Culture Board

Arts and Culture Board to discuss strategic planning and Arts Week 2027

The Arts and Culture Board will meet to discuss the future of board initiatives and a strategic planning session. The board will also receive an update regarding Arts Week 2027.

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Arts and Culture Board City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers 8:30 AM Tuesday, November 3, 2026 The meeting can be viewed by visiting the Legislative Information Center (https://cityoflacrosse.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx) and clicking on the video link to the far right in the meeting list. If you wish to speak on an agenda item, you can do so as part of the Live Virtual Meeting. Contact the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department at the email or phone number below so we can provide you with the necessary information to join. Members of the public will also be able to attend the meeting in person. The meeting will be held at the City Hall, 400 La Crosse St, La Crosse, WI 54601. Additionally, individuals may provide written comments on any agenda items by: Email: krollk@cityoflacrosse.org or 608.789.7558 Board Members Chris Kahlow, Dillon McArdle, Mary Cate Wesling, Paige Manges, Kelly Leibold, Jennifer Morris, Alex Fowler, Joshua Walden Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Notices and Discussions Agenda Items: 26-1121 Update on Arts Week 2027. 26-1122 Introductions 26-1120 Discussion on future of board initiatives and strategic planning session. Adjournment Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/23/2026 November 3, 2026 Arts and Culture Board Meeting Agenda Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gathe …
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Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Judiciary & Administration Committee

Committee to consider creating City Administrator position and shifting mayoral duties

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will discuss a charter ordinance to establish the Office of the City Administrator. The body will also hold public hearings on four property rezoning requests and review various license applications.

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Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor
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Judiciary & Administration Committee City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor 6:00 PM Wednesday, November 4, 2026 This meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available through video conferencing. The meeting can be viewed (no participation) by visiting the Legislative Information Center Meetings calendar (https://cityoflacrosse.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx) - find the scheduled meeting and click on the "In Progress" video link to the far right in the meeting list. Public comment is limited to agenda items; statements shall be restricted to the subject matter. If you wish to speak on an agenda item, please register in advance: - Register online at https://www.cityoflacrosse.org/city-services/meeting-registration - Contact the City Clerk’s Office no later than 4:00p on the day of the meeting, with the following information: name, municipality of residence, if you are representing an organization or a person other than yourself at the meeting, and if you are speaking in favor, opposition or neutral. Call 608-789-7510 or email cityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org - Sign up in person no less than ten (10) minutes before the start of the meeting. Public hearings shall be limited to 30 minutes when there are opposing viewpoints from the public. In the absence of opposing viewpoints, public hearings are limited to 15 minutes. Individual speakers shall speak no more tha …
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Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Finance & Personnel Committee

Committee considers $3.6 million in sewer system revenue bonds

The Finance & Personnel Committee will review several resolutions regarding city property, development agreements, and funding. The agenda includes discussions on infrastructure bonds, state grants for homelessness prevention, and collective bargaining updates.

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Finance & Personnel Committee City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor 6:00 PM Thursday, November 5, 2026 This meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available through video conferencing. The meeting can be viewed (no participation) by visiting the Legislative Information Center Meetings calendar (https://cityoflacrosse.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx) - find the scheduled meeting and click on the "In Progress" video link to the far right in the meeting list. Public comment is limited to agenda items; statements shall be restricted to the subject matter. If you wish to speak on an agenda item, please register in advance: - Register online at https://www.cityoflacrosse.org/city-services/meeting-registration - Contact the City Clerk’s Office no later than 4:00p on the day of the meeting, with the following information: name, municipality of residence, if you are representing an organization or a person other than yourself at the meeting, and if you are speaking in favor, opposition or neutral. Call 608-789-7510 or email cityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org - Sign up in person no less than ten (10) minutes before the start of the meeting. Public hearings shall be limited to 30 minutes when there are opposing viewpoints from the public. In the absence of opposing viewpoints, public hearings are limited to 15 minutes. Individual speakers shall speak no more than three …
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Fri Nov 6, 2026 · 4:05 PM

Board of Canvassers

Board of Canvassers to tally November 3, 2026 General Election results

The Board of Canvassers will meet to process and tally provisional ballots. The body will also canvass the results of the November 3, 2026 General Election.

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Board of Canvassers City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Grandad Room 4:05 PM Friday, November 6, 2026 Call to Order Roll Call Purpose of Meeting: To process and tally any provisional ballots and canvass the results of the November 3, 2026 General Election. Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk's office at (608) 789-7510 or send an email to ADAcityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org, with as much advance notice as possible. Board of Canvassers: Mary Groeschner, Pam Mueller, Sondra Craig Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/6/2026

Recent meetings

Thu Oct 29, 2026 · 5:00 PM

Human Rights Commission

Human Rights Commission to elect leaders, revise complaint form

The La Crosse Human Rights Commission will elect a chairperson and vice chairperson, review a revised discrimination complaint form, and discuss its powers and duties. The meeting is largely administrative, with no major policy decisions expected.

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Human Rights Commission City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Eagle Room 5:15 PM Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Agenda Items: 1 26-0580 Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson 2 26-0114 Discrimination Complaint Form Revision Current Form Draft Revised Form Attachments: 3 26-0320 Discussion on Human Rights Commission's Powers and Duties Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk's office at (608) 789-7510 or send an email to ADAcityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org, with as much advance notice as possible. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 8/24/2026
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 3:00 PM

Economic and Community Development Commission

Commission to review housing rehab proposals and RFP for 713 St. James St.

The Economic and Community Development Commission will consider several housing rehabilitation and supportive services funding proposals. The body will also review a request for proposals regarding the former Community Policing Center.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves housing rehab proposals and Driftless Apartments compliance report

The Commission approved Community Development Block Grant housing rehabilitation proposals contingent on staff agreement terms. It also approved the annual development agreement compliance report for The Driftless Apartments and Townhomes. A housing rehabilitation loan subordination request was denied.

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Economic and Community Development Commission City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers 3:00 PM Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Agenda Items: 26-1127 Consideration and Possible Action on Community Development Block Grant Housing Rehabilitation Proposals (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats. sec. 19.85(1)(a) to deliberate its decision. Following any closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.) Couleecap Housing Rehabilitation Program Proposal.pdf Habitat for Humanity Rehab Proposal.pdf Attachments: 26-1128 Consideration and Possible Action on HOME ARP Supportive Services Funds 26-1128 Staff Memo.docx Attachments: 26-1124 Consideration and possible action on Housing Rehabilitation Loan Subordination request. Loan 301071 Subordination_.pdf Loan 301071 - Closing Disclosure.pdf Loan 301071 Legislative Staff Report.pdf Attachments: 26-1129 Consideration and possible action on Request for Proposals (RFP) for former Community Policing Center at 713 St. James St. Draft Request for Proposals Attachments: 26-1020 Annual Development Agreement Compliance Report and Determination: MSP for The Driftless Apartments and Townhomes. Memo - Driftless Apartments LLC for October ECDC.pdf Attachments: Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present …
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes Economic and Community Development Commission 3:00 PM Council Chambers Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Call to Order This meeting was called to order at 3:01 pm Roll Call Erin Goggin, Gina Miller, Linda Lee, Nicholas Padesky, Shaundel Washington-Spivey,Tamra Dickinson Present: 6 - Vicki Markussen Excused: 1 - Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Lee, seconded by Dickinson, that the minutes be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Goggin, Miller, Lee, Padesky, Washington-Spivey,Dickinson 6 - Excused: Markussen 1 - Agenda Items: 26-1127 Consideration and Possible Action on Community Development Block Grant Housing Rehabilitation Proposals (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats. sec. 19.85(1)(a) to deliberate its decision. Following any closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.) Couleecap Housing Rehabilitation Program Proposal.pdf Habitat for Humanity Rehab Proposal.pdf Attachments: A motion was made by Padesky, seconded by Lee to move into closed session. This carried by voice vote. A motion was made by Dickinson, seconded by Goggin, that this item be approved contingent on city staff approval of agreement terms. Yes: Goggin, Miller, Lee, Padesky, Washington-Spivey,Dickinson 6 - Excused: Markussen 1 - 26-1128 Consideration and Possible Action on HOME ARP Supportive …
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Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 3:00 PM

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

Committee to review 2027 stop loss insurance contract

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee is meeting to discuss one agenda item. The body will review the stop loss insurance contract for 2027.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 2027 stop-loss insurance contract with Tokio Marine HCC

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee approved changes to the City's stop-loss insurance effective January 1, 2027. The committee voted to increase the specific deductible to $150,000, transition to a 12/18 contract, and switch the insurance vendor from Anthem to Tokio Marine HCC.

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Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Grandad Room 3:00 PM Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Agenda Items: 26-1142 Stop Loss Insurance Contract for 2027 Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk's office at (608) 789-7510 or send an email to ADAcityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org, with as much advance notice as possible. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/27/2026
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee 3:00 PM Miller Room Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Call to Order Meeting was called to order at 3:00 p.m. Roll Call Stephen Matty, Daniel DeGier,Rebecca Franzen Present: 3 - Mackenzie Mindel,Erin Goggin Excused: 2 - Approval of Minutes Meeting minutes from September 22, 2026 approved by unanimous consent. Agenda Items: 26-1142 Stop Loss Insurance Contract for 2027 Motion made by Franzen, Second by DeGier to follow the recommendation of the City's insurance broker, USI for the following related to the City's stop-loss insurance effective January 1, 2027. 1. Increase stop-loss specific deductible from $125k to $150k 2. Accept proposal to move for a 12/15 to a 12/18 contract 3. Enter into an agreement with a new vendor moving from Anthem to Tokio Marine HCC. Yes: Matty, DeGier,Franzen 3 - Excused: Mindel,Goggin 2 - Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 3:08 p.m. Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin October 28, 2026 Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee Meeting Minutes NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk's office at (608) 789-7510 …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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26-1142 — ADOPTED
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Stephen Matty yea · Daniel DeGier yea · Mackenzie Mindel present · Rebecca Franzen yea · Erin Goggin present
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 8:00 AM

Arts and Culture Board

Arts and Culture Board holds test meeting

The agenda indicates this meeting is only a test. It contains no substantive business beyond two test items.

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Council Chambers
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Arts and Culture Board City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers 8:00 AM Tuesday, October 27, 2026 *THIS MEETING IS ONLY A TEST* Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Agenda Items: 26-1136 Test Item 1 26-1137 Test item 2 Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk's office at (608) 789-7510 or send an email to ADAcityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org, with as much advance notice as possible. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/26/2026
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 4:30 PM

Room Tax Commission

Room Tax Commission to review budgets and financial reports

The Room Tax Commission will discuss finance updates, including a room tax audit and collection statistics. The body will also review budget analyses and reports for the La Crosse Center and Explore La Crosse CVB.

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Room Tax Commission City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers - Miller Room 4:30 PM Tuesday, October 27, 2026 The Room Tax Commission meeting will be conducted in-person. Members of the public can request access to attend the meeting via video conferencing by emailing Angie Berget at bergeta@cityoflacrosse.org. If you wish to speak on an agenda item, you can do so through in-person or virtual attendance. Contact the Commission Secretary by emailing bergeta@cityoflacrosse.org, calling (608)789-7595, or using the drop box outside of City Hall. A link can be provided with the necessary information to join the meeting. Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Minutes of October 23, 2025 meeting Agenda Items: Finance Updates & Reports Update from Finance regarding Room Tax Audit Discussion 26-1131 Room Tax Calculation Sheet Aug 2026 AUG 2026 ROOM TAX CALC SHEET.pdf Attachments: 26-1132 Room Tax Statistics through June, 2026 Room Tax Collection Stats 2022-2026YTD.pdf Attachments: La Crosse Center Business 26-1109 La Crosse Center Next Year-Current Year Budget Analysis La Crosse Center Next Year-Current Year Budget Analysis 2025-2027.pdf Attachments: Explore La Crosse CVB Business 26-1135 Explore La Crosse 2025 Annual Report LACVB 2025 Annual Report.pdf Attachments: Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/23/2026 October 27, 2026 Room Tax Commission Meeting Agenda - Final 26-1133 Explor …
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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 10:00 AM

Board of Public Works

Board reviews bids for Fire Station #1 windows and street closures for utility work.

The La Crosse Board of Public Works will review and approve a bid for replacing windows at Fire Station #1. The board will also consider temporary street closure permits for construction staging on 3rd Street and fiber-optic conduit installation on Commerce Street.

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✓ Decided: Board approves permits, window replacements, and bidder responsibility

The La Crosse Board of Public Works approved meeting minutes from October 19, 2026, and accepted the Bidder's Proof of Responsibility. They also approved window replacements at Fire Station #1 and multiple temporary street privilege and revocable occupancy permits for construction and fiber-optic installation.

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Board of Public Works City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor 10:00 AM Monday, October 26, 2026 This meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available through video conferencing. The meeting can be viewed (no participation) by visiting the Legislative Information Center Meetings calendar (https://cityoflacrosse.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx) - find the scheduled meeting and click on the "In Progress" video link to the far right in the meeting list. Call to Order Roll Call Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey, Tamra Dickinson, Erin Goggin, Matthew Gallager, Andrea Trane. Approval of Minutes Minutes from October 19, 2026. Agenda Items: 25-1202 Bidder's Proof of Responsibility. 26-1088 Review and approve bid for replacement of Windows at Fire Station #1. 26-1082 Temporary Street Privilege Permit (ROWP-047471-2026) request from Fowler and Hammer to close the western lane of 3rd Street for construction staging. 26-1125 Revocable Occupancy Permit (ROWP-046203-2026) request from Metronet to install new fiber-optic conduit on the 2700 block of Commerce Street. 26-1126 Temporary Street Privilege Permit (ROWP-047526-2026) request from Mead and Hunt to close a lane of 4th Street South between Hood Street and King Street. Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information a …
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes - Final Board of Public Works 10:00 AM Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor Monday, October 26, 2026 Call to Order Mayor Shaundel called the meeting to order at 10:00AM. Roll Call Erin Goggin, Matt Gallager, Shaundel Washington-Spivey,Tamra Dickinson Present: 4 - Andrea Trane Excused: 1 - Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Dickinson, seconded by Gallager, to APPROVE the minutes from October 19, 2026. The motion carried unanimously. Agenda Items: 25-1202 Bidder's Proof of Responsibility. A motion was made by Goggin, seconded by Dickinson, to APPROVE. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Goggin, Gallager, Dickinson,Washington-Spivey 4 - Excused: Trane 1 - 26-1088 Review and approve bid for replacement of Windows at Fire Station #1. A motion was made by Gallager, seconded by Dickinson, to APPROVE. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Goggin, Washington-Spivey, Gallager,Dickinson 4 - Excused: Trane 1 - Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin October 26, 2026 Board of Public Works Meeting Minutes - Final 26-1082 Temporary Street Privilege Permit (ROWP-047471-2026) request from Fowler and Hammer to close the western lane of 3rd Street for construction staging. Andy Neubauer and Holden Stoen were called to speak. A motion was made by Gallager, seconded by Dickinson, to APPROVE. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Dickinson, Goggin, Washingt …
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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
25-1202 — APPROVED
4 yea · 1 present
Andrea Trane present · Erin Goggin yea · Matt Gallager yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea
26-1082 — APPROVED
4 yea · 1 present
Andrea Trane present · Tamra Dickinson yea · Erin Goggin yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea · Matt Gallager yea
26-1088 — APPROVED
4 yea · 1 present
Andrea Trane present · Erin Goggin yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea · Matt Gallager yea · Tamra Dickinson yea
26-1125 — APPROVED
4 yea · 1 present
Andrea Trane present · Tamra Dickinson yea · Matt Gallager yea · Erin Goggin yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea
26-1126 — APPROVED
4 yea · 1 present
Andrea Trane present · Tamra Dickinson yea · Erin Goggin yea · Matt Gallager yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Redevelopment Authority

Redevelopment Authority to consider purchase extensions for Cowboy Jack's lots

The Redevelopment Authority will review project and financial updates for October 2026. The body is considering several property agreements, including purchase option extensions and a property transfer from the City of La Crosse.

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✓ Decided: La Crosse Redevelopment Authority approves multiple property and service deals

The Redevelopment Authority approved several agreements regarding property sales, maintenance, and professional services. The board also authorized a property transfer from the City of La Crosse and discussed a funding contribution for property acquisition in the River Point District.

Council Chambers
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Redevelopment Authority City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers 4:00 PM Thursday, October 22, 2026 Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Agenda Items: 26-1093 Monthly Project Management update for River Point District - October 2026. October 2026-Reduced 2.pdf Attachments: 26-1071 Monthly Financial Update of the Redevelopment Authority - October 2026. October Financials.pdf Attachments: 26-1091 Consideration and possible action on Second Extension to the Option to Purchase Agreement with Capital Investment Partners, LLC (Cowboy Jack's) for Lot 2 of Lot 11. 10-263-2026 Lot 11 Extension to the Option to Purchase Agreement.docx Attachments: 26-1092 Consideration and possible action on Second Extension to the Option to Purchase Agreement with Capital Investment Partners, LLC (Cowboy Jack's) for Lot 12. 10-263-2026 Lot 12 Extension to the Option to Purchase Agreement.docx Attachments: 26-1106 Consideration and possible action on Property Maintenance Agreement for snow removal with Property Reliance LLC to be paid from planning option agreement payments. Property Maintenance Agreement Attachments: 26-1094 Resolution approving Quit Claim Deed for the transfer of property from the City of La Crosse to the Redevelopment Authority. 26-1094 Resolution 26-1094 Quit Claim Deed 26-1094 Legal Description 26-1094 Certified Survey Map 26-1094 Staff Report Attachments: Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Pri …
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes Redevelopment Authority 4:00 PM Council Chambers Thursday, October 22, 2026 Call to Order This meeting was called to order at 4:01 pm. Roll Call Barb Janssen, Edward R Przytarski, Adam Hatfield,Julie Henline Present: 4 - Michael Sigman, Vacant 1,Phillip Ostrem Excused: 3 - Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Przytarski, seconded by Henline, that the minutes be approved. The motion carried on voice vote. Agenda Items: 26-1093 Monthly Project Management update for River Point District - October 2026. October 2026-Reduced 2.pdf Attachments: 26-1071 Monthly Financial Update of the Redevelopment Authority - October 2026. October Financials.pdf Attachments: 26-1091 Consideration and possible action on Second Extension to the Option to Purchase Agreement with Capital Investment Partners, LLC (Cowboy Jack's) for Lot 2 of Lot 11. 10-263-2026 Lot 11 Extension to the Option to Purchase Agreement.docx Attachments: A motion was made by Janssen, seconded by Przytarski, that this be approved. The motion carried by voice vote. 26-1092 Consideration and possible action on Second Extension to the Option to Purchase Agreement with Capital Investment Partners, LLC (Cowboy Jack's) for Lot 12. 10-263-2026 Lot 12 Extension to the Option to Purchase Agreement.docx Attachments: A motion was made by Janssen, seconded by Henline, that this Request be Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Octob …
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
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26-1091 — APPROVED
5 present
Vacant 1 present · Adam Hatfield present · Barb Janssen present · Edward R Przytarski present · Julie Henline present
26-1092 — APPROVED
5 yea
Vacant 1 yea · Adam Hatfield yea · Barb Janssen yea · Edward R Przytarski yea · Julie Henline yea
26-1094 — ADOPTED
5 yea
Vacant 1 yea · Adam Hatfield yea · Barb Janssen yea · Edward R Przytarski yea · Julie Henline yea
26-1105 — APPROVED
5 yea
Vacant 1 yea · Adam Hatfield yea · Barb Janssen yea · Edward R Przytarski yea · Julie Henline yea
26-1106 — APPROVED
5 yea
Vacant 1 yea · Adam Hatfield yea · Barb Janssen yea · Edward R Przytarski yea · Julie Henline yea
26-1117 — APPROVED
5 yea
Vacant 1 yea · Adam Hatfield yea · Barb Janssen yea · Edward R Przytarski yea · Julie Henline yea
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Heritage Preservation Commission

Commission reviews two historic landmark nominations and one sign request

The Heritage Preservation Commission will consider designating two residential properties as Local Historic Landmarks. The body will also review a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new sign in the Downtown Historic District.

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Heritage Preservation Commission City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers- City Hall 400 La Crosse St 6:00 PM Thursday, October 22, 2026 The meeting is conducted in person and through video conferencing. Members of the public can request access to attend the meeting via video conferencing by emailing Tim Acklin at acklint@cityoflacrosse.org. If you wish to speak please provide written comments by emailing acklint@cityoflacrosse.org, using a drop box outside of City Hall or mailing the Department of Planning, Development, and Assessment at 400 La Crosse St, WI 54601 Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes 1. Approval of the September 24, 2026 Meeting Minutes. Agenda Items: 2. 26-1116 Nomination of the Josten House, located at 417 11th Street S, to be designated as a Local Historic Landmark. Nomination Attachments: 3. 26-1115 Nomination of the John & Elizabeth Ott House, located at 1512 Winnebago Street, to be designated as a Local Historic Landmark. Nomination Attachments: 4. 26-1119 Review of a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new sign on the property located at 200 Main Street. (Downtown Historic District) Sign Plans Staff Report Attachments: 5. Updates/Future Agenda Items. (Meeting Dates, Property Recognition Effort, NRHP Nominations) Adjournment Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/19/2026 October 22, 2026 Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting Agenda Notice is further given …
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Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Municipal Transit Utility Board

Public hearing on proposed transit route changes

The Municipal Transit Utility Board is holding a public hearing to discuss proposed changes to transit routes. The session is scheduled for October 22, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

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Southside Neighborhood Center 1300 6th St S La Crosse WI 54601
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Municipal Transit Utility Board City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Public Notice - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Southside Neighborhood Center 1300 6th St S La Crosse WI 54601 4:00 PM Thursday, October 22, 2026 Notice of Public Hearing: Proposed Route Changes 26-1069 Municipal Transit Utility - Proposed Route Changes The Municipal Transit Utility is holding a public hearing regarding proposed route changes from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, October 22 at the South Side Neighborhood Center, 1300 Sixth St, La Crosse, WI 54601. Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate should notify the Transit Department at (608) 789-7350 or mtu@cityoflacrosse.org as soon as possible. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/6/2026
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 8:30 AM

Police and Fire Commission

Police and Fire Commission to review personnel reports

The Commission will review October 2026 personnel reports for the police and fire departments. The meeting includes a proposal to move Sergeant Andrew Tolvstad to regular status.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves Sergeant Tolvstad's appointment to regular status

The La Crosse Police and Fire Commission approved the appointment of Sergeant Andrew Tolvstad to regular status after he completed his probationary period. The commission also accepted and filed the October 2026 Police and Fire Personnel Reports. All motions passed unanimously.

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Police and Fire Commission City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City Hall - Hedgehog Conference Room 8:30 AM Wednesday, October 21, 2026 The Police and Fire Commission meeting will be conducted in-person. Members of the public can request access to attend the meeting via video conferencing by emailing Megan Ihrke at ihrkem@cityoflacrosse.org. If you wish to speak on an agenda item, you can do so through in-person or virtual attendance. Contact the Commission Secretary by emailing ihrkem@cityoflacrosse.org, calling (608)789-7595, or using the drop box outside of City Hall. A link can be provided with the necessary information to join the meeting. Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Minutes of September 16, 2026 meeting. Agenda Items: I. 26-1099 Police Personnel Report - October, 2026 A. Appointment of Sergeant Andrew Tolvstad to regular status following successful completion of probationary period. II. 26-1100 Fire Personnel Report - October, 2026 III. Next Meeting: Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. A. Future Agenda Items: 1. Police Officer Interviews to follow November meeting in 2026. 2. Firefighter interviews to follow January meeting in 2027. Adjournment NOTE: The Commission may convene in closed session relative to items I and II pursuant to Wis. Stats. sec. 19.85(1)(c) to discuss employment, promotions and performance evaluation data of a public employee. Following any closed sess …
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes Police and Fire Commission 8:30 AM City Hall - Hedgehog Conference Room Wednesday, October 21, 2026 Draft until approved at the Commission's November 18, 2026 meeting. The Police and Fire Commission meeting was conducted in-person. Members of the public could request access to attend the meeting via video conferencing by emailing Megan Ihrke at ihrkem@cityoflacrosse.org. Members of the public who wished to speak on an agenda item were asked to contact the Commission Secretary by emailing ihrkem@cityoflacrosse.org, calling (608)789-7595, or using the drop box outside of City Hall. Call to Order Meeting called to order by Chairperson Happel at 8:29 a.m. Roll Call Guests: Chief Schott, Assistant Chief Kloss Present: 4 - Douglas Happel, Bruce Jentz, Joan Parke, James Szymalak Excused: 1 - Nese Nasif Approval of Minutes Minutes of September 16, 2026 meeting. Motion by Commissioner Jentz to approve the minutes of the September 16, 2026 meeting. Motion seconded by Commissioner Szymalak. Unanimous approval. Agenda Items: I. Police Personnel Report - October, 2026 Presented by: Assistant Chief Kloss Motion by Commissioner Parke to accept and file the October, 2026 Police Personnel Report. Motion seconded by Commissioner Jentz. Unanimous approval. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin October 21, 2026 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes A. Appointment of Sergeant Andrew Tolv …
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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 4:00 PM

La Crosse Center Board

Board considers marketing agreement with La Crosse Beverage

The La Crosse Center Board will meet to review a proposed marketing agreement with La Crosse Beverage. The board will also consider liquor expenses and receive operational updates.

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✓ Decided: La Crosse Center Board approves marketing agreement and liquor expenses

The La Crosse Center Board approved a marketing agreement between the City of La Crosse and La Crosse Beverage. The board also approved a request for liquor expenses. Several other agenda items regarding operations, sales, and events were discussed with no formal action taken.

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La Crosse Center Board City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final La Crosse Center 300 Harborview Plaza La Crosse WI 54601 Council Chambers 4:00 PM Tuesday, October 20, 2026 This meeting is open for in-person attendance. If you wish to speak on an agenda item, you can do so in-person. Contact the La Crosse Center at the email or phone number below so we can provide you with the necessary information to join. Members of the public will also be able to attend the meeting in person. The meeting will be held at the City Hall, 400 La Crosse St, La Crosse, WI 54601. Additionally, individuals may provide written comments on any agenda items by: Email: talbota@cityoflacrosse.org or 608.304.7712 Board Members Brent Smith, Barb Janssen, David McDowell, Scott Rada, Angela Seeger, Ralph Geary, Nicholas Padesky, Beth Hartung, Royce Nash II, Emily Guerrero Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Notices and Discussions Mason Manglitz Agenda Items: 26-1108 Request to approve liquor expenses. AUGUST 26 Downtown Maintstreet-Check Register.pdf SEPTEMBER 26 Downtown Maintstreet-Check Register.pdf Attachments: Staff Rep: Alix Talbot Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/19/2026 October 20, 2026 La Crosse Center Board Meeting Agenda - Final 26-1107 Updates regarding La Crosse Concession Services Inc. 26-0595 Agreement - Updated to La Crosse Concession Services Inc.pdf Attachments: Staff Rep: Jared Flick 26-1067 Resolution authorizing a Marketing Agreement Between th …
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La Crosse Center 300 Harborview Plaza La Crosse WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes - Final La Crosse Center Board 4:00 PM Council Chambers Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 4:02pm by Board Chair Smith. Roll Call Angela Seeger, Barb Janssen, Brent Smith, Ralph Geary, Scott Rada, Nicholas Padesky,Emily Guerrero Present: 7 - Beth A Hartung, David L. Mc Dowell,Royce Nash II Absent: 3 - Others Present Staff: Jared Flick, Dan Trussoni, Alix Talbot, Megan Schwarz and Jay Breier. Other: Erik Sjolander Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Padesky, seconded by Geary to approve the August 18th & September 15th, 2026 meeting minutes. The motion carried by voice vote. Notices and Discussions Mason Manglitz-New Maintenance Technician Agenda Items: 26-1108 Request to approve liquor expenses. A motion was made by Rada, seconded by Geary, that this Request be APPROVED . The motion carried by voice vote. 26-1107 Updates regarding La Crosse Concession Services Inc. NO ACTION TAKEN Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin October 20, 2026 La Crosse Center Board Meeting Minutes - Final 26-1067 Resolution authorizing a Marketing Agreement Between the City of La Crosse and La Crosse Beverage. A motion was made by Janssen, seconded by Seeger, that this Resolution be ADOPTED . The motion carried by voice vote. 26-1110 Updates regarding sales and events. NO ACTION TAKEN 26-1113 Updates regarding operations. NO ACTION TAKEN 26-1111 Upd …
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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Aviation Board

Aviation Board to review 2027 airport budget and fees

The Aviation Board is meeting to consider the 2027 Airport Operating Budget and the 2027 Airport Schedule of Fees. The board will also receive updates on projects, marketing, air service, and Ft. McCoy.

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Aviation Board City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final www.lseairport.com 2850 Airport Road La Crosse WI 54603 Grandad Room City Hall 4:00 PM Monday, October 19, 2026 Call to Order Approval of September 18 meeting minutes Meeting mintues Agenda Items 1 26-1095 Approval of 2027 Airport Schedule of Fees 26-1095 - 2027AirportScheduleFees.pdf 26-1095 - 2027AirportScheduleFees_BckGrndLtr_10192026.docx Attachments: 2 26-1096 Approval of 2027 Airport Operating Budget 26-1096 - 2027AirportOperatingBudget.pdf 26-1096 - 2027AirportOperatingBudget_BckGrndLtr_10192026.docx Attachments: 3 26-1097 Projects/Marketing/Air Service/Ft. McCoy Update 26-1097 - Airport Update & Statistics.pdf Attachments: Adjourn Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk's office at (608) 789-7510 or send an email to ADAcityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org, with as much advance notice as possible. Aviation Board members: Tamra Dickinson, Drake Hokanson, Alan Fullerton, Ryan Seib, Jeannie Groskreutz, Mark Haakenson, Steve Duffrin, Bradley Weber, Scott Arenz, Melissa Dubois. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/16/2026
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 5:30 PM

Board of Park Commissioners

Board considers use agreement with La Crosse Loggers

The Board of Park Commissioners will review several facility use requests and concept plans for city parks and harbors. The meeting includes decisions on fundraiser permits, fee updates, and infrastructure projects.

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✓ Decided: Park board approves use agreement with La Crosse Loggers

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a consolidated and restated use agreement with the La Crosse Loggers, along with a campground concept and a sauna concept at the municipal harbor. The board also approved an Eagle Scout bench project, two fundraising events, boat club fees, a flood evacuation plan, and a trail reroute concept.

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Board of Park Commissioners City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers 5:30 PM Thursday, October 15, 2026 This meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available through livestream. The livestream can be viewed by visiting the Legislative Information Center Meetings calendar (https://cityoflacrosse.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx) - find the scheduled meeting and click on the "In Progress" video link to the far right in the meeting list. If you wish to speak on an agenda item, you can do so as part of the Live Virtual Meeting. Contact the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department at the email or phone number below so we can provide you with the necessary information to join. Members of the public will also be able to attend the meeting in person. The meeting will be held at the City Hall, 400 La Crosse St, La Crosse, WI 54601. Additionally, individuals may provide written comments on any agenda items by: Email: krollk@cityoflacrosse.org or 608.789.7558 Board Members Jennifer Trost, Lisa Weston, Robert Young, Eileen Kirsch, Pat Wilson, Sandra Cleary, Todd Olson, Tracy Littlejohn, Tim Alberts Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Notices and Discussions Agenda Items: 26-1079 Request to approve the resolution authorizing a consolidated and restated use agreement between the City of La Crosse and the La Crosse Loggers. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONSOLIDATED AND RESTATED USE AG Consoli …
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes Board of Park Commissioners 5:30 PM Council Chambers Thursday, October 15, 2026 Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 5:30pm. Roll Call Jennifer Trost, Lisa Weston, Patrick Wilson, Robert Young, Sandy Cleary, Tim Alberts, Todd Olson,Tracy Littlejohn Present: 8 - Eileen Kirsch Excused: 1 - Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Weston, seconded by Young, that the minutes be APPROVED . The motion carried unanimously Notices and Discussions Agenda Items: 26-1079 Request to approve the resolution authorizing a consolidated and restated use agreement between the City of La Crosse and the La Crosse Loggers. A motion was made by Weston, seconded by Wilson, that the Request be APPROVED . The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Trost, Weston, Wilson, Young, Cleary, Olson,Littlejohn 7 - Abstain: Alberts 1 - 26-1078 Request to approve the Eagle Scout project to construct and install six (6) Leopold Benches along sections of the Marsh Trails. A motion was made by Littlejohn, seconded by Olson, that the Request be APPROVED . The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Trost, Weston, Wilson, Young, Cleary, Alberts, Olson,Littlejohn 8 - 26-0969 Request to approve the concept of a campground on the west property at La Crosse Municipal Harbor. A motion was made by Weston, seconded by Alberts, that the Request be APPROVED . The motion carried by the following vote …
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26-0960 — APPROVED
8 yea
Jennifer Trost yea · Lisa Weston yea · Patrick Wilson yea · Robert Young yea · Sandy Cleary yea · Tim Alberts yea · Todd Olson yea · Tracy Littlejohn yea
26-0961 — APPROVED
8 yea
Jennifer Trost yea · Lisa Weston yea · Patrick Wilson yea · Robert Young yea · Sandy Cleary yea · Tim Alberts yea · Todd Olson yea · Tracy Littlejohn yea
26-0962 — APPROVED
8 yea
Jennifer Trost yea · Lisa Weston yea · Patrick Wilson yea · Robert Young yea · Sandy Cleary yea · Tim Alberts yea · Todd Olson yea · Tracy Littlejohn yea
26-0963 — APPROVED
8 yea
Jennifer Trost yea · Lisa Weston yea · Patrick Wilson yea · Robert Young yea · Sandy Cleary yea · Tim Alberts yea · Todd Olson yea · Tracy Littlejohn yea
26-0964 — APPROVED
8 yea
Jennifer Trost yea · Lisa Weston yea · Patrick Wilson yea · Robert Young yea · Sandy Cleary yea · Tim Alberts yea · Todd Olson yea · Tracy Littlejohn yea
26-0969 — APPROVED
8 yea
Jennifer Trost yea · Lisa Weston yea · Patrick Wilson yea · Robert Young yea · Sandy Cleary yea · Tim Alberts yea · Todd Olson yea · Tracy Littlejohn yea
26-1077 — APPROVED
8 yea
Jennifer Trost yea · Lisa Weston yea · Patrick Wilson yea · Robert Young yea · Sandy Cleary yea · Tim Alberts yea · Todd Olson yea · Tracy Littlejohn yea
26-1078 — APPROVED
8 yea
Jennifer Trost yea · Lisa Weston yea · Patrick Wilson yea · Robert Young yea · Sandy Cleary yea · Tim Alberts yea · Todd Olson yea · Tracy Littlejohn yea
26-1079 — APPROVED
7 yea · 1 abstain
Jennifer Trost yea · Lisa Weston yea · Tim Alberts abstain · Patrick Wilson yea · Robert Young yea · Sandy Cleary yea · Todd Olson yea · Tracy Littlejohn yea
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 12:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

Housing Authority to review 2027 Annual Plan and Five-Year Capital Fund Program

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse will hold a public hearing to review the PHA 2027 Annual Plan. The body will also consider the 2027-2031 Five-Year Capital Fund Program Plan.

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Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse 1307 Badger Street
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Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse 1307 Badger Street 12:00 PM Wednesday, October 14, 2026 Call to Order Roll Call Shawn Bacon, Christina Beckner, Kimberly Cable, Mike Juran, and Peter Sayner. 1 Approval of Minutes Minutes from September 9, 2026. 2 Approval of Bills 3 Executive Director's Report a. Administrative Department b. Resident Services Department c. Occupancy Department d. Maintenance Department 4 Finance Report 5 New Business 26-1085 Review PHA 2027 Annual Plan and 2027-2031 Five-Year Capital Fund Program Plan. 6 Public Hearing 26-1086 Review PHA 2027 Annual Plan and 2027-2031 Five-Year Capital Fund Program Plan. ACTION. 7 Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/12/2026 October 14, 2026 Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse Meeting Agenda - Final NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk's office at (608) 789-7510 or send an email to ADAcityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org, with as much advance notice as possible. Page 2 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/12/2026
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Board of Estimates

Board to review and finalize 2027 operating budget

The La Crosse Board of Estimates will meet to discuss and finalize the 2027 Operating Budget. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and in-person at City Hall.

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✓ Decided: Board of Estimates approves 2027 Operating Budget scenario #2

The Board of Estimates held a public hearing regarding the 2027 Operating Budget. After a motion to approve scenario #1 failed, the Board voted to approve scenario #2.

Council Chambers
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Board of Estimates City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers4:00 PMTuesday, October 13, 2026 Discussion / Review / Finalize Recommended Operating Budget, if needed This meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available through video conferencing via Zoom. Zoom (participation): https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83473183380?pwd=SE55WWRKL2V2alhncW5VM3RLWGYrdz09 Passcode: CC2026 Call In (audio only): +13126266799, Meeting ID: 83473183380 Call to Order Roll Call Members: Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey and Council Members Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Kahlow, Mindel, Newberry, Trost, Northwood Agenda Items: 26-0588 2027 Operating Budget. Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk's office at (608) 789-7510 or send an email to ADAcityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org, with as much advance notice as possible. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 7/20/2026
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes - Final Board of Estimates 4:00 PM Council Chambers Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Discussion / Review / Finalize Recommended Operating Budget Call to Order Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. Roll Call Interim Finance Director Dan Degier is a non-voting member. Aron Newberry, Barb Janssen, Daniel DeGier, Jennifer Trost, Larry Sleznikow, Mackenzie Mindel, Rosanne Northwood, Shaundel Washington-Spivey,Tamra Dickinson Present: 9 - Chris Kahlow,Erin Goggin Excused: 2 - Agenda Items: 26-0588 2027 Operating Budget. A motion was made by Northwood, seconded by Newberry, to open public hearing. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Mindel, Washington-Spivey, Newberry, Trost, Janssen, Sleznikow, Northwood,Dickinson 8 - The following individuals spoke: Laura Abelara, Roxanne Marina, Justin Urness, Elayne Stevens, Sadie Kuhl, Andrew Sherman, Jake Fischer, Anna Sprague, Kevin Hundt, Nicholas Padesky. A motion was made by Mindel, seconded by Northwood, to close public hearing. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Dickinson, Mindel, Northwood, Newberry, Janssen, Sleznikow, Washington-Spivey,Trost 8 - A motion was made by Washington-Spivey, seconded by Dickinson, to APPROVE 2027 Operating Budget scenario #1. The motion failed by the following vote: Yes: Dickinson, Washington-Spivey,Trost 3 - No: Northwood, Janssen, Mindel, Newberr …
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26-0588 — APPROVED
24 yea · 8 nay · 2 present
Mackenzie Mindel yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey nay · Jennifer Trost nay · Barb Janssen yea · Aron Newberry yea · Larry Sleznikow yea · Rosanne Northwood nay · Tamra Dickinson yea · Rosanne Northwood nay · Barb Janssen nay · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea · Mackenzie Mindel nay · Aron Newberry nay · Jennifer Trost yea · Larry Sleznikow nay · Daniel DeGier present · Mackenzie Mindel yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea · Aron Newberry yea · Jennifer Trost yea · Barb Janssen yea · Larry Sleznikow yea · Rosanne Northwood yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Mackenzie Mindel yea · Rosanne Northwood yea · Aron Newberry yea · Barb Janssen yea · Larry Sleznikow yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea · Jennifer Trost yea · Daniel DeGier present
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 8:30 AM

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss bike parking design standards and draft ordinance

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review a Safety Action Plan and the Week without Driving overview. The body will also discuss and potentially recommend bike parking design standards and a draft bike parking ordinance.

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✓ Decided: Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee approves previous meeting minutes

The committee met to discuss a safety action plan, bike parking design standards, and grant updates. No substantive decisions were recorded other than the approval of previous minutes.

Miller Room
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Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Miller Room 8:30 AM Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Members of the public will be able to attend the meeting in person in the Miller Room at City Hall located at 400 La Crosse St in La Crosse or online. Members of the public can request access to attend the meeting via video conferencing by emailing Planning and Development at planning@cityoflacrosse.org. Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Agenda Items: 1. Safety Action Plan Presentation 2. Week without Driving Overview 3. 26-0827 Discussion and Possible Recommendation on Bike Parking Design Standards. Draft Bike Parking Ordinance Discussion - Andrew Ericson Attachments: 4. Grant Updates - Transportation Alternatives Program 5. Updates from Committee Members and Call for Future Agenda Items Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk's office at (608) 789-7510 or send an email to ADAcityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org, with as much advance notice as possible. Members: Larry Sleznikow, Andrew Ericson, Chelsey Boldon, Randi Pueschner, Robert Young, Stephanie Sward, Whitney Hug …
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee 8:30 AM Miller Room Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Members of the public will be able to attend the meeting in person in the Miller Room at City Hall located at 400 La Crosse St in La Crosse or online. Members of the public can request access to attend the meeting via video conferencing by emailing Planning and Development at planning@cityoflacrosse.org. Call to Order This meeting was called to order at 8:30 am. Roll Call Robert Young, Vacant 1, Larry Sleznikow, Stephanie Sward, Randi Pueschner, Chelsey Boldon,Andrew Ericson Present: 7 - Whitney Hughes Absent: 1 - Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Ericson, seconded by Sward, that the minutes be approved. The motion carried on voice vote. Agenda Items: Safety Action Plan Presentation 1. Week without Driving Overview 2. 3. 26-0827 Discussion and Possible Recommendation on Bike Parking Design Standards. Draft Bike Parking Ordinance Discussion - Andrew Ericson Attachments: Grant Updates - Transportation Alternatives Program 4. Boldon left at 9:25 am. Updates from Committee Members and Call for Future Agenda Items 5. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin October 13, 2026 Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Adjournment This meeting was adjourned at 9:33 am. Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 5:00 PM

Library Board

Library Board to consider $40,000 for Auditorium B AV update

The Library Board will meet to review a feasibility study and discuss the design of the atrium. The board is also considering the approval of fund balances for audio-visual updates in Auditorium B.

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La Crosse Main Library - Auditorium (Lower Level) 800 Main Street
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Library Board City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final La Crosse Public Library 800 Main Street La Crosse WI 54601 La Crosse Main Library - Auditorium (Lower Level) 800 Main Street 5:00 PM Tuesday, October 13, 2026 The Library Board meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be conducted through video conferencing. The meeting can be viewed by following the below link: Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81210597336?pwd=VnNwWjYvMnB0MjhWSGp2TjRRTnVsQT09 +1 312 626 6799 Meeting ID: 812 1059 7336 Passcode: 908694 An opportunity for public comment is provided at each regular meeting. Residents of La Crosse may register to speak at the next regular meeting of the Library Board by adding their name and address to the signup sheet located at the Welcome Desk of the Main Library during hours the library is open for service, or by phone at 608-789-7167. Members of the public who would like to provide written comments on any agenda item may do so by emailing dwacek@lacrosselibrary.org, or by mail to Library Director, 800 Main Street, La Crosse, WI 54601. Agenda Packet: https://www.lacrosselibrary.org/node/48913#docaccess-90574aa764ad1d2af688b130dbad93f8 Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Agenda Items: 1 Approval of Minutes from Regular Board Meeting – September 8, 2026 2 Approval of Minutes from Committee of the Whole – No meeting 3 Approval of Bills & Financial Reports – September 2026 4 Reports 4.1 Director’s Report Page 1 City of L …
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Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 10:00 AM

Board of Public Works

Board of Public Works to review right-of-way payments for Losey Blvd

The Board of Public Works will meet to review construction payments, change orders, and occupancy permits. The agenda includes a quarterly update on sanitary sewer and stormwater utilities.

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✓ Decided: Board approves right-of-way payments and street maintenance quotes

The Board of Public Works approved payments for Losey Blvd. right-of-way acquisitions and maintenance quotes for 7th and Cass St. The board also granted three occupancy and street privilege permits. A quarterly update on sanitary sewer and stormwater utilities was presented.

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Board of Public Works City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor 10:00 AM Monday, October 12, 2026 This meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available through video conferencing. The meeting can be viewed (no participation) by visiting the Legislative Information Center Meetings calendar (https://cityoflacrosse.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx) - find the scheduled meeting and click on the "In Progress" video link to the far right in the meeting list. Call to Order Roll Call Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey, Tamra Dickinson, Erin Goggin, Matthew Gallager, Andrea Trane. Approval of Minutes Minutes from October 5, 2026. Agenda Items: 25-1192 Construction Contract Final Payments. 25-1201 Construction Contract Change Orders. 26-1070 Approval of payment list of right-of-way acquisitions for Losey Blvd. 26-1073 Report of quote proposals for 7th and Cass St Maintenance. 26-1074 Temporary Street Privilege Permit (TSPP-047236-2026) Request from Hawk & Sons INC to close Main Street from 2nd Street to 3rd Street for a crane to service the US Bank Building. 26-1075 Revocable Occupancy Permit Request from the Utilities Department to build a water meter station at 1000 Boathouse Drive. 26-1076 Revocable Occupancy Permit (ROWP-047115-2026) Request from Trane Technologies INC to install fiber optic conduit and a new splice case at 2220 Ward Avenue. 25-1446 Presentation: …
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes - Final Board of Public Works 10:00 AM Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor Monday, October 12, 2026 Call to Order Mayor Shaundel called the meeting to order at 10:00AM. Roll Call Matt Gallager, Andrea Trane, Tamra Dickinson, Erin Goggin,Shaundel Washington-Spivey Present: 5 - Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Goggin, seconded by Gallager, to APPROVE the minutes from October 5, 2026. The motion carried unanimously. Agenda Items: 25-1192 Construction Contract Final Payments. None. 25-1201 Construction Contract Change Orders. None. 26-1070 Approval of payment list of right-of-way acquisitions for Losey Blvd. A motion was made by Dickinson, seconded by Gallager, to APPROVE. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Dickinson, Goggin, Trane, Gallager,Washington-Spivey 5 - 26-1073 Report of quote proposals for 7th and Cass St Maintenance. A motion was made by Washington-Spivey, seconded by Dickinson, to APPROVE. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Gallager, Trane, Dickinson, Washington-Spivey,Goggin 5 - Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin October 12, 2026 Board of Public Works Meeting Minutes - Final 26-1074 Temporary Street Privilege Permit (TSPP-047236-2026) Request from Hawk & Sons INC to close Main Street from 2nd Street to 3rd Street for a crane to service the US Bank Building. Brandon Goranson was called to speak. A motion was made by Gallager, …
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Roll Call — ACCEPTED AND FILED
5 yea
Tamra Dickinson yea · Erin Goggin yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea · Matt Gallager yea · Andrea Trane yea
26-1070 — APPROVED
5 yea
Tamra Dickinson yea · Erin Goggin yea · Andrea Trane yea · Matt Gallager yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea
26-1073 — APPROVED
5 yea
Matt Gallager yea · Andrea Trane yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea · Erin Goggin yea
26-1074 — APPROVED
5 yea
Matt Gallager yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Erin Goggin yea · Andrea Trane yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea
26-1075 — APPROVED
5 yea
Andrea Trane yea · Erin Goggin yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Matt Gallager yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea
26-1076 — APPROVED
5 yea
Andrea Trane yea · Matt Gallager yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Erin Goggin yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Board of Estimates

Board of Estimates to review and finalize the 2027 operating budget

The La Crosse Board of Estimates will meet on October 12, 2026 to discuss, review, and finalize its recommended operating budget for fiscal year 2027. The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the September 1 and September 2, 2026 meetings. The meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at City Hall and streamed via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Board of Estimates approves revenue and expense amendments for 2027 budget

The Board of Estimates adopted two amendments to the 2027 Operating Budget regarding revenue and expenses. A proposal to request a budget scenario opting out of the Expenditure Restraint Program was denied.

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Board of Estimates City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, October 12, 2026 Discussion / Review / Finalize Recommended Operating Budget This meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available through video conferencing via Zoom. Zoom (participation): https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83473183380?pwd=SE55WWRKL2V2alhncW5VM3RLWGYrdz09 Passcode: CC2026 Call In (audio only): +13126266799, Meeting ID: 83473183380 Call to Order Roll Call Members: Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey and Council Members Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Kahlow, Mindel, Newberry, Trost, Northwood Approval of Minutes Minutes of September 1 and 2, 2026 meetings. Agenda Item: 26-0588 2027 Operating Budget. Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk's office at (608) 789-7510 or send an email to ADAcityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org, with as much advance notice as possible. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 7/20/2026
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes - Final Board of Estimates 4:00 PM Council Chambers Monday, October 12, 2026 Discussion / Review / Finalize Recommended Operating Budget Call to Order Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey called the meeting to order at 4:04 p.m. Roll Call Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey and Interim Director of Finance Dan Deigier are non-voting. Council Member Newberry was excused at 5:30 p.m. Aron Newberry, Barb Janssen, Chris Kahlow, Daniel DeGier, Erin Goggin, Jennifer Trost, Larry Sleznikow, Mackenzie Mindel, Rosanne Northwood, Shaundel Washington-Spivey,Tamra Dickinson Present: 11 - Approval of Minutes No action taken. Agenda Item: 26-0588 2027 Operating Budget. A motion was made by Trost, seconded by Mindel, requesting Finance prepare a budget scenario where we opt out of the Expenditure Restraint Program (ERP). The motion FAILED by the following vote: Yes: Newberry, Trost, Mindel,Northwood 4 - No: Janssen, Kahlow, Goggin, Sleznikow,Dickinson 5 - Non-Voting: DeGier,Washington-Spivey 1 - A motion was made by Trost, seconded by Northwood, to hold the second meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 13 at 4 p.m.. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Janssen, Trost, Mindel, Northwood,Dickinson 5 - No: Kahlow, Goggin,Sleznikow 3 - Excused: Newberry 1 - Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin October 12, 2026 Board of Estimates Meeting Minutes - Final Non-Voting: DeGier,Washington-Sp …
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26-0588 — AMENDED
16 yea · 9 nay · 2 present
Aron Newberry yea · Barb Janssen nay · Chris Kahlow nay · Daniel DeGier present · Erin Goggin nay · Jennifer Trost yea · Larry Sleznikow nay · Mackenzie Mindel yea · Rosanne Northwood yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey present · Tamra Dickinson nay · Rosanne Northwood yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Erin Goggin nay · Jennifer Trost yea · Barb Janssen yea · Larry Sleznikow nay · Mackenzie Mindel yea · Chris Kahlow yea · Rosanne Northwood yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Jennifer Trost yea · Chris Kahlow yea · Barb Janssen nay · Mackenzie Mindel yea · Larry Sleznikow yea · Erin Goggin nay
26-0588 — APPROVED
21 yea · 3 present · 3 nay
Aron Newberry present · Barb Janssen yea · Chris Kahlow nay · Daniel DeGier present · Erin Goggin nay · Jennifer Trost yea · Larry Sleznikow nay · Mackenzie Mindel yea · Rosanne Northwood yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey present · Tamra Dickinson yea · Erin Goggin yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Rosanne Northwood yea · Chris Kahlow yea · Larry Sleznikow yea · Mackenzie Mindel yea · Barb Janssen yea · Jennifer Trost yea · Chris Kahlow yea · Jennifer Trost yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Rosanne Northwood yea · Mackenzie Mindel yea · Larry Sleznikow yea · Erin Goggin yea · Barb Janssen yea
Fri Oct 9, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

La Crosse design review panel to review River Point District and St Andrew St development plans

The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee meets Friday, October 9, 2026, at 9:00 AM at City Hall, 400 La Crosse Street, with video conferencing via Zoom. The committee will review final plans for a development on Lot 11 within the River Point District and for a commercial development at 1319-1325 St Andrew St. (Borton Construction Office). Both items include final architectural, landscape, and related plans dated 10-9-2026, along with earlier preliminary materials. The agenda lists no votes or decisions, only reviews of plans.

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Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Virtual via Zoom 9:00 AM Friday, October 9, 2026 The meeting is conducted through video conferencing. Members of the public can request access to attend the meeting via video conferencing by emailing Tim Acklin at acklint@cityoflacrosse.org. If you wish to speak please provide written comments by emailing acklint@cityoflacrosse.org, using a drop box outside of City Hall or mailing the Department of Planning, Development, and Assessment at 400 La Crosse St, WI 54601 Call to Order Agenda Items: 1. 26-0480 Review of plans for the development located on Lot 11 (17-20400-232) within the River Point District. Final Plans 10-9-2026 Final CSM 10-9-2026 Final Landscape Plan 10-9-2026 Final Photometric Plan 10-9-2026 Final River Point Variance Letter and Email 10-9-2026 Preliminary Design Review Memo 5-8-2026 Preliminary Renderings- 5-8-2026 Preliminary Plans- 5-8-2026 Attachments: 1. 26-0600 Review of plans for the Commercial Development located at 1319-1325 St Andrew St. (Borton Construction Office) Final Architectural Plans 10-9-2026 Final Landscape Plan 10-9-2026 Final Building Rendering (2) 10-9-2026 Final Building Rendering (1) 10-9-2026 Final Civil Plans 10-9-2026 Final Lighting Plan 10-9-2026 Prelim Design Review Memo 5-28-2026 Prelim Combined Documents 5-29-26 Prelim Plans- 5-29-26 Prelim CSM- 5-29-26 Attachments: Page 1 City of La …
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Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 10:00 AM

Common Council

Council invited to Haven on Main grand opening celebration

This agenda is purely procedural: it announces that the mayor and Common Council have been invited to attend the Haven on Main Grand Opening Celebration on October 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed. Members of other governmental bodies may also attend to gather information.

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Haven on Main 915 Main St La Crosse WI 54601
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Common Council City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Public Notice - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Haven on Main 915 Main St La Crosse WI 54601 10:00 AM Thursday, October 8, 2026 Public Notice - Haven on Main Open House Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey and the La Crosse Common Council have been invited to attend the Haven on Main Grand Opening Celebration on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 9/22/2026
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 12:00 PM

Redevelopment Authority

La Crosse RDA members invited to Copper Rocks groundbreaking on October 8, 2026

This is a public notice that the mayor and members of the La Crosse Redevelopment Authority have been invited to attend a groundbreaking at Copper Rocks, 2415 State Rd, on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM. The notice states that members of other governmental bodies may also be present to gather information on a subject within their decision-making responsibility. No votes, contracts, or formal RDA business are listed on this agenda.

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Copper Rocks 2415 State Rd La Crosse, WI 54601
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Redevelopment Authority City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Copper Rocks 2415 State Rd La Crosse, WI 54601 12:00 PM Thursday, October 8, 2026 Public Notice - Copper Rocks Groundbreaking The mayor and members of the RDA have been invited to attend the groundbreaking at Copper Rocks on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 12:00 pm. Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/1/2026
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 12:00 PM

Economic and Community Development Commission

La Crosse ECDC members invited to Copper Rocks groundbreaking on October 8, 2026

This is a public notice that members of the City of La Crosse Economic and Community Development Commission have been invited to attend a groundbreaking at Copper Rocks, 2415 State Rd, on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM. The notice states that members of other governmental bodies may also be present to gather information on a subject within their decision-making responsibility. The agenda lists no votes, ordinances, contracts, or other business items.

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Copper Rocks 2415 State Rd La Crosse, WI 54601
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Economic and Community Development Commission City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Copper Rocks 2415 State Rd La Crosse, WI 54601 12:00 PM Thursday, October 8, 2026 Public Notice - Copper Rocks Groundbreaking The members of ECDC have been invited to attend the groundbreaking at Copper Rocks on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 12:00 pm. Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/1/2026
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities to discuss snow removal

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will meet to discuss snow removal and receive updates from committee members. The group will also identify items for future agendas.

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Committee for Citizens with Disabilities City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Hedgehog Room - Council Chambers 9:00 AM Thursday, October 8, 2026 Join Zoom Meeting https://cityoflacrosse-org.zoom.us/j/84463793524 Meeting chat link https://cityoflacrosse-org.zoom.us/launch/jc/84463793524 Meeting ID: 844 6379 3524 One tap mobile +13092053325,,84463793524# US +13126266799,,84463793524# US (Chicago) Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Agenda Items 2 Snow removal 3 Updates from committee members 4 Future agenda items Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk's office at (608) 789-7510 or send an email to ADAcityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org, with as much advance notice as possible. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/7/2026 October 8, 2026 Committee for Citizens with Disabilities Meeting Agenda Committee Members: Crystal Bedford, Jeff Nylander, Jason Mickelson, Nate Hundt, Rhonda Staats,Tina Pohlman, Ron Stroffregen, Antonette Travline Page 2 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/7/2026
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 8:30 AM

Arts and Culture Board

La Crosse Arts and Culture Board meeting cancelled; name-change item went undecided

The City of La Crosse Arts and Culture Board was scheduled to meet Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 8:30 AM in the Hedgehog Room at City Hall, 400 La Crosse Street. The agenda states the meeting has been CANCELLED, so no items were decided. The only substantive agenda item listed was 26-1031, a discussion of the board's future regarding a name change.

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Arts and Culture Board City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Hedgehog Room 8:30 AM Wednesday, October 7, 2026 This meeting has been CANCELLED The meeting is open to in person attendance. If you wish to speak on an agenda item, you can do so as part of the Live Virtual Meeting. Contact the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department at the email or phone number below so we can provide you with the necessary information to join. Members of the public will also be able to attend the meeting in person. The meeting will be held at the City Hall, 400 La Crosse St, La Crosse, WI 54601. Additionally, individuals may provide written comments on any agenda items by: Email: krollk@cityoflacrosse.org or 608.789.7558 Board Members Chris Kahlow, Dillon McArdle, Mary Cate Wesling, Paige Manges, Kelly Leibold, Jennifer Morris, Alex Fowler Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Notices and Discussions Agenda Items: Adjournment 26-1031 Discussion of the future of Arts and Culture Board regarding name change. Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 10/1/2026 October 7, 2026 Arts and Culture Board Meeting Agenda NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Common Council

Council considers $498,600 WWTP office remodel and $275,194 floodplain project

The Common Council will vote on several construction contracts and utility fund re-allocations. The meeting includes decisions on a charter ordinance regarding department head appointments and a zoning change for a community center.

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✓ Decided: La Crosse Council approves WWTP remodel contract and floodplain project

The La Crosse Common Council approved multiple contracts, including a $498,600 contract with Wieser Brothers General Contractor for the WWTP Office Remodel and a $275,194.10 contract with Dirt Monkey for the Northside Floodplain Development project. The council also confirmed several mayoral appointments, adopted a charter ordinance regarding department head appointments, and rejected a resolution on council member expense accounts. Additionally, the council approved various consent agenda items, license applications, and a rezoning change for 1552 Kane Street to permit a community center.

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Common Council City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor 6:00 PM Tuesday, October 6, 2026 This meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available through video conferencing. The meeting can be viewed (no participation) by visiting the Legislative Information Center Meetings calendar (https://cityoflacrosse.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx) - find the scheduled meeting and click on the "In Progress" video link to the far right in the meeting list. Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey, Presiding Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Moment of Silence We recognize that the City of La Crosse occupies the land of the Ho-Chunk people. Please take a moment to celebrate and honor the ancestral Ho-Chunk Land, and the sacred lands of all indigenous people. Approval of Minutes Minutes of September 10, 2026 regular meeting and September 22, 2026 special meeting. Reports 26-1060 Financial Report from the Interim Director of Finance for the Month of August. Notices and Discussions COMMON COUNCIL MATTERS 26-1059 Resolution approving 2026 Bills and Engineering Estimates paid in October 2026. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR 26-1045 Arts and Culture Board: Joshua Walden. Building & Housing Appeals Board: Christopher Van Alstine. Human Rights Commission: Joshua Lien, Jonathan Konkel. Municipal Transit Utility Board: Alexander McDonough, Cathy Van Maren, Andrew Ericson. Redevelopment Authority …
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes - Final Common Council 6:00 PM Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor Tuesday, October 6, 2026 Draft until approved by Council on 11/12/2026 Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey, Presiding Roll Call Tamra Dickinson, Erin Goggin, Barb Janssen, Larry Sleznikow, Olivia Stine, Chris Kahlow, Gary Padesky, Mackenzie Mindel, Aron Newberry, Jennifer Trost, Crystal Bedford, Lisa Weston, Rosanne Northwood Present: 13 - Pledge of Allegiance Moment of Silence Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Dickinson, seconded by Bedford, that the minutes of September 10 and 22, 2026 be APPROVED. The motion carried unanimously. Reports 26-1060 Financial Report from the Interim Director of Finance for the Month of August. 2026-10-001 A motion was made by Padesky, seconded by Dickinson, that the Report be RECEIVED AND FILED. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Dickinson, Goggin, Janssen, Sleznikow, Stine, Kahlow, Padesky, Mindel, Newberry, Trost, Bedford, Weston, Northwood 13 - Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin October 6, 2026 Common Council Meeting Minutes - Final Notices and Discussions Council Member Kahlow noted that October 13 is the Burns Park Fall Festival and October 15 is the ribbon cutting for the La Crosse Community Theatre LEAP Center. Council President Dickinson thanked Miles Carper (Engineering Department), Mackenzie Mindel and the Judiciary & Administration Committee …
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26-0958 — NOT ADOPTED
9 yea · 3 nay · 1 abstain
Tamra Dickinson nay · Erin Goggin nay · Barb Janssen nay · Larry Sleznikow yea · Olivia Stine yea · Chris Kahlow yea · Gary Padesky yea · Mackenzie Mindel yea · Aron Newberry yea · Jennifer Trost yea · Crystal Bedford abstain · Lisa Weston yea · Rosanne Northwood yea
26-0297 — ADOPTED
11 yea · 2 nay
Tamra Dickinson yea · Erin Goggin nay · Barb Janssen yea · Larry Sleznikow yea · Olivia Stine yea · Chris Kahlow yea · Gary Padesky yea · Mackenzie Mindel yea · Aron Newberry yea · Jennifer Trost yea · Crystal Bedford yea · Lisa Weston nay · Rosanne Northwood yea
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 10:00 AM

Board of Public Works

La Crosse Board of Public Works to review bid for Fire Station #3 garage door replacement

The City of La Crosse Board of Public Works meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM in City Hall Council Chambers. The board will review and approve a bid for replacing overhead garage doors at Fire Station #3, and will consider construction contract change orders and final payments. It will also vote on setting the Spring City Auction for Saturday, April 17, 2027, and review a bidder's proof of responsibility. The agenda lists no dollar amounts or specific contract details.

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✓ Decided: Board of Public Works approves fire station repairs and sets 2027 auction date

The Board of Public Works approved construction contract change orders and final payments. Members also scheduled the Spring City Auction for April 17, 2027, and approved a bid for new overhead garage doors at Fire Station #3.

Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor
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Board of Public Works City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor 10:00 AM Monday, October 5, 2026 This meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available through video conferencing. The meeting can be viewed (no participation) by visiting the Legislative Information Center Meetings calendar (https://cityoflacrosse.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx) - find the scheduled meeting and click on the "In Progress" video link to the far right in the meeting list. Call to Order Roll Call Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey, Tamra Dickinson, Erin Goggin, Matthew Gallager, Andrea Trane. Approval of Minutes Minutes from September 28, 2026. Agenda Items: 25-1200 Bidder's Proof of Responsibility. 26-1025 Construction Contract Change Orders. 26-1028 Construction Contract Final Payments. 26-1034 Request to set the date for the Spring City Auction for Saturday, April 17, 2027, with viewing at 9:00AM and the auction at 10:00AM. 26-1044 Review and approve bid for Replacement of Overhead Garage Doors at Fire Station #3. Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk …
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes - Final Board of Public Works 10:00 AM Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor Monday, October 5, 2026 Call to Order Mayor Shaundel called the meeting to order at 10:00AM. Roll Call Matt Gallager, Andrea Trane, Tamra Dickinson, Erin Goggin,Shaundel Washington-Spivey Present: 5 - Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Gallager, seconded by Trane, to APPROVE the minutes from September 28, 2026. The motion carried unanimously. Agenda Items: 25-1200 Bidder's Proof of Responsibility. None. 26-1025 Construction Contract Change Orders. A motion was made by Gallager, seconded by Trane, to APPROVE. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Goggin, Trane, Dickinson, Gallager,Washington-Spivey 5 - 26-1028 Construction Contract Final Payments. A motion was made by Gallager, seconded by Dickinson, to APPROVE. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Trane, Dickinson, Gallager, Washington-Spivey,Goggin 5 - 26-1034 Request to set the date for the Spring City Auction for Saturday, April 17, 2027, with viewing at 9:00AM and the auction at 10:00AM. A motion was made by Gallager, seconded by Dickinson, to APPROVE. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Dickinson, Trane, Goggin, Gallager,Washington-Spivey 5 - Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin October 5, 2026 Board of Public Works Meeting Minutes - Final 26-1044 Review and approve bid for Replacement of Overhead Garage …
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-1025 — APPROVED
5 yea
Erin Goggin yea · Andrea Trane yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Matt Gallager yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea
26-1028 — APPROVED
5 yea
Andrea Trane yea · Tamra Dickinson yea · Matt Gallager yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea · Erin Goggin yea
26-1034 — APPROVED
5 yea
Tamra Dickinson yea · Andrea Trane yea · Erin Goggin yea · Matt Gallager yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea
26-1044 — APPROVED
5 yea
Matt Gallager yea · Andrea Trane yea · Erin Goggin yea · Shaundel Washington-Spivey yea · Tamra Dickinson yea
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Finance & Personnel Committee

Committee to vote on sewer assessments, audits, and fund reallocations

The Finance & Personnel Committee will hold a public hearing and vote on a special assessment for sanitary sewer laterals, review the city's 2025 audited financial statements, and consider several resolutions involving sewer easements, capital fund reallocations, and fleet truck repurposing. The agenda also includes a collective bargaining update that may lead to a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends several utility and infrastructure funding measures

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended multiple resolutions to the Common Council, including sewer rate adjustments and flood risk management. The committee also recommended the adoption of various capital equipment and utility service resolutions.

Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor
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Finance & Personnel Committee City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor 6:00 PM Thursday, October 1, 2026 This meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available through video conferencing. The meeting can be viewed (no participation) by visiting the Legislative Information Center Meetings calendar (https://cityoflacrosse.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx) - find the scheduled meeting and click on the "In Progress" video link to the far right in the meeting list. Public comment is limited to agenda items; statements shall be restricted to the subject matter. If you wish to speak on an agenda item, please register in advance: - Register online at https://www.cityoflacrosse.org/city-services/meeting-registration - Contact the City Clerk’s Office no later than 4:00p on the day of the meeting, with the following information: name, municipality of residence, if you are representing an organization or a person other than yourself at the meeting, and if you are speaking in favor, opposition or neutral. Call 608-789-7510 or email cityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org - Sign up in person no less than ten (10) minutes before the start of the meeting. Public hearings shall be limited to 30 minutes when there are opposing viewpoints from the public. In the absence of opposing viewpoints, public hearings are limited to 15 minutes. Individual speakers shall speak no more than three …
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City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Minutes - Final Finance & Personnel Committee 6:00 PM Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor Thursday, October 1, 2026 Call To Order Chair Goggin called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Roll Call Aron Newberry, Barb Janssen, Chris Kahlow, Erin Goggin, Larry Sleznikow,Rosanne Northwood Present: 6 - Agenda Items: 26-0297 Resolution authorizing public improvement and levying special assessment against benefited property in La Crosse, WI, for Non-Compliant Utility Services - 33rd St S. A motion was made by Sleznikow, seconded by Janssen, that the Resolution be RECOMMENDED TO BE ADOPTED to the Common Council on 10/6/2026. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Newberry, Janssen, Kahlow, Goggin, Sleznikow,Northwood 6 - 26-0875 Financial Statements with Independent Auditors Report as of December 31, 2025. A motion was made by Newberry, seconded by Kahlow, that the Report be RECOMMENDED TO BE RECEIVED AND FILED to the Common Council on 10/6/2026. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Newberry, Janssen, Kahlow, Goggin, Sleznikow,Northwood 6 - 26-0958 Resolution regarding Council Member expense accounts and reimbursement procedures. A motion was made by Kahlow, seconded by Northwood, that the Resolution be RECOMMENDED TO BE REFERRED with No Recommendation to the Common Council on 10/6/2026. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: Newberry, Kahlow, Goggin, Slez …
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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-0958 — NO RECOMMENDATION
5 yea · 1 nay
Aron Newberry yea · Barb Janssen nay · Chris Kahlow yea · Erin Goggin yea · Larry Sleznikow yea · Rosanne Northwood yea
26-0991 — RECOMMENDED TO BE ADOPTED
5 yea · 1 nay
Aron Newberry yea · Barb Janssen yea · Chris Kahlow yea · Erin Goggin nay · Larry Sleznikow yea · Rosanne Northwood yea
The other 11 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 9:50 AM

Common Council

Test meeting only; no real decisions expected

This is a test meeting of the La Crosse Common Council, marked as 'TEST MEETING ONLY.' The agenda includes routine items like roll call, approval of minutes, and several test items with placeholder captions, including a test ordinance and resolutions. No substantive decisions are expected.

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Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor
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Common Council City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Council Chambers City Hall, First Floor 1:00 PM Tuesday, September 15, 2026 TEST MEETING ONLY This meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available through video conferencing. The meeting can be viewed (no participation) by visiting the Legislative Information Center Meetings calendar (https://cityoflacrosse.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx) - find the scheduled meeting and click on the "In Progress" video link to the far right in the meeting list. Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey, Presiding Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Moment of Silence Approval of Minutes Test Meeting minutes Reports 26-0926 TEST ITEM WITH VERY LONG CAPTION - TEST ITEM WITH VERY LONG CAPTION - TEST ITEM WITH VERY LONG CAPTION - TEST ITEM WITH VERY LONG CAPTION- TEST ITEM WITH VERY LONG CAPTION - TEST ITEM WITH VERY LONG CAPTION - TEST ITEM WITH VERY LONG CAPTION - TEST ITEM WITH VERY LONG CAPTION - TEST ITEM WITH VERY LONG CAPTION - TEST ITEM WITH VERY LONG CAPTION. Notices and Discussions COMMON COUNCIL MATTERS 26-0927 TEST Ordinance. (Note: The Committee and/or Council may convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats. sec. 19.85(1)(a) to deliberate its decision. Following any closed session, the Committees and/or Council may reconvene in open session.) ITEMS RECOMMENDED TO BE ADOPTED Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 9/15/2026 September 15, 2026 Co …
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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 4:30 PM

Floodplain Advisory Committee

La Crosse floodplain committee to discuss mitigation plan and alleged FEMA violations

The City of La Crosse Floodplain Advisory Committee meets on October 1, 2026, to review updates and discuss floodplain matters. Agenda items include an update on the USACE, a UACE levy update, discussion of the 2022 Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan, and an update on alleged FEMA violations. The committee will also consider future agenda items and approve minutes from its September 3, 2026 meeting. No votes on specific ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are listed on this agenda.

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Grandad Room
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Floodplain Advisory Committee City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 400 La Crosse Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Grandad Room 4:30 PM Thursday, October 1, 2026 Call to Order Roll Call Bill Bosshard, Eric Crammond, Karla Doolittle, Erin Goggin, Barb Janssen, Gary Padesky, Tamra Dickinson Approval of Minutes Minutes from September 3, 2026 Agenda Items: 26-1023 Update on USACE. UACE Levy Update Attachments: 26-1024 Floodplain mitigation plan discussion. 2022 Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan Attachments: 26-1026 Update on alleged FEMA violations. 26-1027 Future agenda items. Adjournment Notice is further given that members of other governmental bodies may be present at the above scheduled meeting to gather information about a subject over which they have decision-making responsibility. NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Requests from persons with a disability who need assistance to participate in this meeting should call the City Clerk's office at (608) 789-7510 or send an email to ADAcityclerk@cityoflacrosse.org, with as much advance notice as possible. Page 1 City of La Crosse, Wisconsin Printed on 9/28/2026

Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 344 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$1.4BOPTUM PUBLIC SECTOR SOLUTIONS, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: R3 FY 24 3RD QTR APRIL
$1.1BOPTUM PUBLIC SECTOR SOLUTIONS, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT:R3 FY26 1ST QTR OCT
$1.1BOPTUM PUBLIC SECTOR SOLUTIONS, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: R3 FY26 4TH QTR JULY
$1.1BOPTUM PUBLIC SECTOR SOLUTIONS, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: R2 FY 24 3RD QTR APRIL
$988.2MOPTUM PUBLIC SECTOR SOLUTIONS, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: 2ND QTR FY2026 MARCH
$962.2MOPTUM PUBLIC SECTOR SOLUTIONS, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · R3 EXPRESS REPORT: 3RD QTR FY 2026 JUNE
$941.7MOPTUM PUBLIC SECTOR SOLUTIONS, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: R1 FY 24 3RD QTR APRIL
$919.0MOPTUM PUBLIC SECTOR SOLUTIONS, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: 3RD QTR FY 2026 APRIL
$918.5MOPTUM PUBLIC SECTOR SOLUTIONS, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: 3RD QTR FY 2026 MAY
$894.5MOPTUM PUBLIC SECTOR SOLUTIONS, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: R3 FY26 1ST QTR DEC

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

🌐 County-level context (La Crosse County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+238 people (-$5.0M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)6 ({"Severe Storm": 7, "Flood": 6, "Biological": 2, "Tornado": · last Sat Apr 4, 2020)
Traffic fatalities2 (2024)
Business establishments3,151 (66,633 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,197/mo (983 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy11.7% (low numeracy 20% · 2017)

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

City profile

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

11,640
Recorded votes
$138.1M
Annual budget
$202.1M
Debt outstanding
9
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$138.1M
Spending$136.0M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load HIGH

Outstanding debt$202.1M
Debt-to-revenue1.46×
Debt-load index78 / 100
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
0.473
All kids
0.456
Black kids
0.349

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Where it’s happening

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