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Fond du LacWI averageUS Census ACS
Population
44,491
Per-capita income
$33,007
Median home value
$161,300
Bachelor's or higher
22%
Typical home value $262,710 +4.6% yr/yr · +42.6% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2008–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Who’s on the City Plan Commission
Who’s on the Downtown Architectual Review Board

Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$87.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$92.8M (FY2023)
Taxes$34.6M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$163.4M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,081 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202515 housing units ($5.5M)

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Fri Oct 30, 2026

Downtown Architectual Review Board

Board reviews six exterior improvement proposals for downtown properties

The Downtown Architectural Review Board is reviewing several grant applications and proposals for exterior modifications. These include signage, painting, and accessibility upgrades for businesses and properties on Main Street and 1st and 2nd Streets.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES   A. October 6, 2026 Meeting   Approve Minutes 3.  ACTIONS   A. North Main Street Corridor Grant Application   Location: 222 N Main Street Proposal: Window Signage  Applicant: Scott Johnson - Affordable Family Pet Grooming LLC B. North Main Street Corridor Grant Application   Location: 229 N Main Street Proposal: ADA accessible ramp, landscaping improvements, security camera installation, and window replacement Applicant: Deana Bacon - Athena Cryo Studios  C. 9 S Main St   Proposal: Exterior painting and awnings Applicant: Sam Meyer - Historic Cigar Factory Lofts LLC D. 44 N Main St   Proposal: Projecting Sign  Applicant: Virtual Links LLC E. 5-9 E 2nd Street   Proposal: Exterior painting and awnings  Applicant: Brittany Machleit F. 13 E 1st Street   Proposal: Exterior painting, awnings, window & door replacement, and projecting sign Applicant: Trista Holz - 13 First LLC 4.  ADJOURN

Recent meetings

Thu Oct 29, 2026

Advisory Parking & Traffic Board - CANCELED

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Thu Oct 29, 2026

Board of Appeals

Board of Appeals to hear zoning appeal for 566 8th Street

The Board of Appeals will meet to review and decide on Appeal No. 2026-09. The hearing concerns zoning code regulations regarding off-street parking, setbacks, and driveways for a property located at 566 8th Street.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES   A. October 5, 2026 Meeting Minutes   3.  HEARINGS   A. Appeal No. 2026-09   566 8th Street  Richard Rebek    Zoning Code Regulations: 720-79 Off-street parking D. Setbacks Side and rear yards: minimum five feet except as may be required by this chapter for a specific use.   E Driveways  Driveways shall be no wider than 24 feet at the front lot line, but may increase to any width between the front lot line and the garage, not exceeding the width of the garage. In no case shall any part of the driveway exceed the width of the garage except where additional parking is located alongside the garage pursuant to Subsection C. Where the driveway width at the garage exceeds the allowable maximum width at the front lot line, the driveway shall be tapered to be no wider than 24 feet at the front lot line. Where no garage exists the maximum driveway width shall not exceed 20 feet. Said driveway shall not extend past the rear wall of the building and shall be situated so as not to create a front yard parking area.   4.  ADJOURN
Thu Oct 29, 2026

Board of Appeals

Board of Appeals to hear zoning appeal for 566 8th Street

The Board of Appeals will meet to review and decide on Appeal No. 2026-09. The hearing concerns zoning code regulations regarding off-street parking, setbacks, and driveways for a property at 566 8th Street.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES   A. October 5, 2026 Meeting Minutes   3.  HEARINGS   A. Appeal No. 2026-09   566 8th Street  Richard Rebek    Zoning Code Regulations: 720-79 Off-street parking D. Setbacks Side and rear yards: minimum five feet except as may be required by this chapter for a specific use.   E Driveways  Driveways shall be no wider than 24 feet at the front lot line, but may increase to any width between the front lot line and the garage, not exceeding the width of the garage. In no case shall any part of the driveway exceed the width of the garage except where additional parking is located alongside the garage pursuant to Subsection C. Where the driveway width at the garage exceeds the allowable maximum width at the front lot line, the driveway shall be tapered to be no wider than 24 feet at the front lot line. Where no garage exists the maximum driveway width shall not exceed 20 feet. Said driveway shall not extend past the rear wall of the building and shall be situated so as not to create a front yard parking area.   4.  ADJOURN
Wed Oct 28, 2026

City Council

City Council to hold public hearings on 2027 budgets

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2027 Budget and 2027 Transit Budget. The body will also consider updates to the city's comprehensive plan and a specific rezoning request.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Roll Call B. Declaration a Quorum Is Present C. Pledge of Allegiance and Silent Reflection 2.  PUBLIC HEARINGS   A. 2027 Budget   B. 2027 Transit Budget   3.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. October 14, 2026 Minutes   B. List Of Claims Dated October 20, 2026   4.  AUDIENCE COMMENTS (Agenda and Non-agenda items)   5.  ACTION ITEMS   A. Resolution No. 9270   A Resolution Reaffirming The Housing Element Of The Comprehensive Plan Introduction: Community Development Director B. Ordinance No. 3836   An Ordinance Amending The City Of Fond du Lac 2040 Comprehensive Plan Introduction: Community Development Director   C. Ordinance No. 3837   An Ordinance Rezoning 1.822 Acres Of Land Identified As FDL-15-17-01-34-753-00 And Currently Zoned R-1 Single-Family District to R-4 Multifamily Residential District Introduction: Community Development Director 6.  PRESENTATION OF INPUT ITEMS   A. Discussion On City Council Starting Time And November 24th Meeting   Presented By: City Manager 7.  ADJOURN
Wed Oct 28, 2026

City Council

City Council to hold public hearings on 2027 budgets

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2027 Budget and 2027 Transit Budget. The body will also consider updates to the city's comprehensive plan and a specific rezoning request.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Roll Call B. Declaration a Quorum Is Present C. Pledge of Allegiance and Silent Reflection 2.  PUBLIC HEARINGS   A. 2027 Budget   B. 2027 Transit Budget   3.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. October 14, 2026 Minutes   B. List Of Claims Dated October 20, 2026   4.  AUDIENCE COMMENTS (Agenda and Non-agenda items)   5.  ACTION ITEMS   A. Resolution No. 9270   A Resolution Reaffirming The Housing Element Of The Comprehensive Plan Introduction: Community Development Director B. Ordinance No. 3836   An Ordinance Amending The City Of Fond du Lac 2040 Comprehensive Plan Introduction: Community Development Director   C. Ordinance No. 3837   An Ordinance Rezoning 1.822 Acres Of Land Identified As FDL-15-17-01-34-753-00 And Currently Zoned R-1 Single-Family District to R-4 Multifamily Residential District Introduction: Community Development Director 6.  PRESENTATION OF INPUT ITEMS   A. Discussion On City Council Starting Time And November 24th Meeting   Presented By: City Manager 7.  ADJOURN
Tue Oct 27, 2026

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Thu Oct 22, 2026

Advisory Park Board

Advisory Park Board to review park maintenance and historical signage

The Advisory Park Board will receive reports on playground updates, fence replacement, and spring flower bed preparations. The board will also discuss historical park signs.

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1.  ATTENDANCE   Declaration Quorum Present 2.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. September 28, 2026 Minutes   3.  INPUT ITEMS   A. Audience Comments (Agenda and Non-Agenda Items)   The Presiding Officer Shall Limit Non-Agenda Items To One Minute Speaking Time And Items Noticed On The Agenda To Five Minutes Speaking Time. B. October Park Superintendent Report   Paul Butzen Park Playground Update Ernie Schneider Fence Replacement Flower Bed Preparations For Next Spring Presented By: Park Superintendent, John Redmond C. Historical Park Signs   Presented By: Director of Public Works, Paul DeVries 4.  ACTION ITEMS   5.  ADJOURN
Thu Oct 22, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

Commission to review National Register nomination for Stanchfield House

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review a National Register of Historic Places nomination for a specific residence. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes and a period for public comment.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES   A. August 19, 2026 Minutes   3.  PUBLIC COMMENT   4.  REVIEW - NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES NOMINATION   A. National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) Nomination - Stanchfield, Samuel B. and Ophelia, House   Location: 506 E. Pioneer Road 5.  ADJOURN
Thu Oct 22, 2026

Advisory Park Board

Advisory Park Board to review park maintenance and historical signage

The Advisory Park Board will receive reports on playground updates, fence replacement, and spring flower bed preparations. The board will also discuss historical park signs.

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1.  ATTENDANCE   Declaration Quorum Present 2.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. September 28, 2026 Minutes   3.  INPUT ITEMS   A. Audience Comments (Agenda and Non-Agenda Items)   The Presiding Officer Shall Limit Non-Agenda Items To One Minute Speaking Time And Items Noticed On The Agenda To Five Minutes Speaking Time. B. October Park Superintendent Report   Paul Butzen Park Playground Update Ernie Schneider Fence Replacement Flower Bed Preparations For Next Spring Presented By: Park Superintendent, John Redmond C. Historical Park Signs   Presented By: Director of Public Works, Paul DeVries 4.  ACTION ITEMS   5.  ADJOURN
Thu Oct 22, 2026

City Plan Commission

City Plan Commission to hold public hearings on rezoning and special use permits

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding a comprehensive plan amendment and a rezoning request for multifamily residential use. The body will also consider three special use permits and a resolution regarding the Comprehensive Plan's housing element.

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1.  ROLL CALL   A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2.  AUDIENCE COMMENTS     The Presiding Officer Shall Limit Comments To Items Noticed On The Agenda 3.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. September 14, 2026 Minutes   4.  PUBLIC HEARING   A. Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 8   Request: Change comprehensive plan land use designations from Institutional & Utilities to Urban Residential - High Density  Location: FDL-15-17-01-34-753-00 and FDL-15-17-12-24-754-00   B. Rezone   Request: Rezone a portion of land from R-1 Single-Family Residential District to R-4 Multifamily Residential District. Location: FDL-15-17-01-34-753-00 (Campus Drive) Initiator: Frank Eimiller C. Special Use Permit 2026-08   Location: 123 W Johnson Street Applicant: Mr D Car Wash LLC Proposal: Allow an Automotive Car Wash in the C-2 General Business Zoning District D. Special Use Permit 2026-09   Location: 1360 E Johnson Street Applicant: Derek Semenas  Proposal: Allow Exterior Metal Siding Façade in the C-2 General Business Zoning District E. Special Use Permit 2026-10   Location: 658 Fond du Lac Ave Applicant: DRA Properties, Verizon Wireless, and Colliers Engineering & Design Proposal: Allow a Mobile Service Facility in the C-2 General Business Zoning District   5.  ACTION   A. Resolu …
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Thu Oct 22, 2026

Alcohol Licensing Committee

Committee reviews temporary and permanent alcohol licenses

The Alcohol Licensing Committee is meeting to consider several temporary licenses for upcoming events and one permanent Class "B" Fermented Malt License.

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1.  ROLL CALL   Attendance Declaration Quorum Present 2.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. August 31, 2026 Minutes   3.  INPUT   The Presiding Officer Shall Limit Comments To Items Noticed On The Agenda 4.  ACTION   A. Temporary Class "B" Licenses/Picnic Licenses   Downtown FDL Partnership (Holiday Wine Walk 11/7/2026) 111 S Main Street 210 S Main Street 20 N Main Street 183 S Main Street 28 N Main Street 32 N Main Street 167 S Main Street 209 S Main Street 51 E 1st Street 1 N Main Street 74 S Main Street 117 S Main Street 25 N Main Street 14 N Main Street Trier-Puddy Unit No. 75, 311 Winnebago Dr (Bingo Event 11/8/2026) Salute the Troops. Inc (Gobblefest 11/28/2026) Fond du Lac Evening Optimist, FDL Fairgrounds (FDL Festivals Bag Fest 2/6/2027) B. Class "B" Fermented Malt License   Entity: Fond du Lac Hockey Inc. Agent Name: John Pollum Business Address: 550 Fond du Lac Avenue d/b/a: Blue Line Family Ice Center 5.  ADJOURN
Thu Oct 22, 2026

Alcohol Licensing Committee

Committee reviews temporary and permanent alcohol licenses

The Alcohol Licensing Committee is meeting to consider several temporary licenses for upcoming events and one permanent Class "B" Fermented Malt License.

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1.  ROLL CALL   Attendance Declaration Quorum Present 2.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. August 31, 2026 Minutes   3.  INPUT   The Presiding Officer Shall Limit Comments To Items Noticed On The Agenda 4.  ACTION   A. Temporary Class "B" Licenses/Picnic Licenses   Downtown FDL Partnership (Holiday Wine Walk 11/7/2026) 111 S Main Street 210 S Main Street 20 N Main Street 183 S Main Street 28 N Main Street 32 N Main Street 167 S Main Street 209 S Main Street 51 E 1st Street 1 N Main Street 74 S Main Street 117 S Main Street 25 N Main Street 14 N Main Street Trier-Puddy Unit No. 75, 311 Winnebago Dr (Bingo Event 11/8/2026) Salute the Troops. Inc (Gobblefest 11/28/2026) Fond du Lac Evening Optimist, FDL Fairgrounds (FDL Festivals Bag Fest 2/6/2027) B. Class "B" Fermented Malt License   Entity: Fond du Lac Hockey Inc. Agent Name: John Pollum Business Address: 550 Fond du Lac Avenue d/b/a: Blue Line Family Ice Center 5.  ADJOURN
Mon Oct 19, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

Commission to review National Register nomination for Stanchfield house

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review a National Register of Historic Places nomination. The session includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and a period for public comment.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES   A. August 19, 2026 Minutes   3.  PUBLIC COMMENT   4.  REVIEW - NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES NOMINATION   A. National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) Nomination - Stanchfield, Samuel B. and Ophelia, House   Location: 506 E. Pioneer Road 5.  ADJOURN
Fri Oct 16, 2026

City Plan Commission

City Plan Commission to hold public hearings on rezoning and special use permits

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding a comprehensive plan amendment and a rezoning request for multifamily residential use. The body will also consider three special use permits and a resolution regarding the Comprehensive Plan's housing element.

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1.  ROLL CALL   A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2.  AUDIENCE COMMENTS     The Presiding Officer Shall Limit Comments To Items Noticed On The Agenda 3.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. September 14, 2026 Minutes   4.  PUBLIC HEARING   A. Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 8   Request: Change comprehensive plan land use designations from Institutional & Utilities to Urban Residential - High Density  Location: FDL-15-17-01-34-753-00 and FDL-15-17-12-24-754-00   B. Rezone   Request: Rezone a portion of land from R-1 Single-Family Residential District to R-4 Multifamily Residential District. Location: FDL-15-17-01-34-753-00 (Campus Drive) Initiator: Frank Eimiller C. Special Use Permit 2026-08   Location: 123 W Johnson Street Applicant: Mr D Car Wash LLC Proposal: Allow an Automotive Car Wash in the C-2 General Business Zoning District D. Special Use Permit 2026-09   Location: 1360 E Johnson Street Applicant: Derek Semenas  Proposal: Allow Exterior Metal Siding Façade in the C-2 General Business Zoning District E. Special Use Permit 2026-10   Location: 658 Fond du Lac Ave Applicant: DRA Properties, Verizon Wireless, and Colliers Engineering & Design Proposal: Allow a Mobile Service Facility in the C-2 General Business Zoning District   5.  ACTION   A. Resolu …
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Wed Oct 14, 2026

City Council

City Council to consider 2027 Business Improvement District plan and bridge easements

The City Council will vote on the 2027 Business Improvement District operating plan and tax rate. The body will also consider right-of-way acquisitions for the Forest Avenue Bridge and a grant application for 9 South Main Street.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Roll Call B. Declaration a Quorum Is Present C. Pledge of Allegiance and Silent Reflection 2.  PROCLAMATIONS   A. A Proclamation Recognizing October 28, 2026 As Statue Of Liberty Day In Fond du Lac   3.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. September 16, 2026 Special City Council Minutes   B. September 23, 2026 Regular Council Minutes   C. List Of Claims Dated October 7, 2026   4.  AUDIENCE COMMENTS (Agenda and Non-agenda items)   5.  ACTION ITEMS   A. Resolution No. 9266   A Resolution Making Appointment To The Historic Preservation Commission Introduction: Community Development Director B. Resolution No. 9267   A Resolution Approving The 2027 Business Improvement District Operating Plan With Supporting Bid Tax Rate Introduction: Director of Administration C. Resolution No. 9268   A Resolution Approving And Authorizing The Relocation Order And Right-Of-Way Plat For Acquisition Of New Right-Of-Way And Temporary Construction Easements For The Forest Avenue Bridge Over The East Branch Of Fond du Lac River Introduction: Director of Public Works D. Resolution No. 9269   A Resolution Authorizing The Submission Of A Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Community Development Investment Grant Application For The Redevelopment Of 9 South Main Street (Former Edith's) Introduction: Community Development Director 6.  PRESENTATION OF INPUT ITEMS …
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Wed Oct 14, 2026

City Council

Council to consider 2027 Business Improvement District plan and bridge right-of-way

The City Council will vote on the 2027 Business Improvement District operating plan and tax rate. The body will also consider right-of-way acquisitions for the Forest Avenue Bridge and a grant application for 9 South Main Street.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Roll Call B. Declaration a Quorum Is Present C. Pledge of Allegiance and Silent Reflection 2.  PROCLAMATIONS   A. A Proclamation Recognizing October 28, 2026 As Statue Of Liberty Day In Fond du Lac   3.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. September 16, 2026 Special City Council Minutes   B. September 23, 2026 Regular Council Minutes   C. List Of Claims Dated October 7, 2026   4.  AUDIENCE COMMENTS (Agenda and Non-agenda items)   5.  ACTION ITEMS   A. Resolution No. 9266   A Resolution Making Appointment To The Historic Preservation Commission Introduction: Community Development Director B. Resolution No. 9267   A Resolution Approving The 2027 Business Improvement District Operating Plan With Supporting Bid Tax Rate Introduction: Community Development Director C. Resolution No. 9268   A Resolution Approving And Authorizing The Relocation Order And Right-Of-Way Plat For Acquisition Of New Right-Of-Way And Temporary Construction Easements For The Forest Avenue Bridge Over The East Branch Of Fond du Lac River Introduction: Director of Public Works D. Resolution No. 9269   A Resolution Authorizing The Submission Of A Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Community Development Investment Grant Application For The Redevelopment Of 9 South Main Street (Former Edith's) Introduction: Community Development Director 6.  PRESENTATION OF INPUT ITE …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026

County Board 10-13-26

County Executive to present proposed 2027 Fond du Lac County Budget

The County Board will receive a presentation on the proposed 2027 budget from County Executive Sam Kaufman. The board will also consider several appointments to county councils and commissions and review reports on dog licenses and the care of soldiers' graves.

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Login Help Forgot Password Login Forgot Password County Board of Supervisors County Board - October 2026 Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT Fond du Lac, WI County Board of Supervisors County Board - October 2026 Budget Presentation Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT View All Meetings Navy Club Ship 75 of Fond du Lac. 1 1. MINUTES a. Approve minutes of the September 15, 2026, meeting of the Fond du Lac County Board. 2. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 1 a. Approve 2027 meeting dates for the Fond du Lac County Board. 1 3. PRESENTATION a. Presentation of the proposed 2027 Fond du Lac County Budget by County Executive Sam Kaufman. 4. APPOINTMENTS 4 a. Recommendation by County Executive Sam Kaufman for the appointment of Dean Kaderabek to the Land Information Council. 1 b. Recommendation by County Executive Sam Kaufman for the appointment of Luke Dretske to the Traffic Safety Commission. 1 c. Recommendation by County Executive Sam Kaufman for the appointment of Kelly Kharajian to the Children & Adult Long-Term Care Coordinating Committee. 1 d. Recommendation by County Executive Sam Kaufman for the appointment of Glenn Gogin to the Fond du Lac County Local Emergency Planning Committee. 1 5. REPOR …
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Mon Oct 12, 2026

County Board 10-13-26

County Executive to present proposed 2027 Fond du Lac County Budget

The County Board will receive a presentation on the proposed 2027 budget from County Executive Sam Kaufman. The board will also consider several committee resolutions and appointments to county commissions and councils.

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Login Help Forgot Password Login Forgot Password County Board of Supervisors County Board - October 2026 Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT Fond du Lac, WI County Board of Supervisors County Board - October 2026 Budget Presentation Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT View All Meetings No video stream available. Navy Club Ship 75 of Fond du Lac. 1 1. MINUTES a. Approve minutes of the September 15, 2026, meeting of the Fond du Lac County Board. 2. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 1 a. Approve 2027 meeting dates for the Fond du Lac County Board. 1 3. PRESENTATION a. Presentation of the proposed 2027 Fond du Lac County Budget by County Executive Sam Kaufman. 4. APPOINTMENTS 4 a. Recommendation by County Executive Sam Kaufman for the appointment of Dean Kaderabek to the Land Information Council. 1 b. Recommendation by County Executive Sam Kaufman for the appointment of Luke Dretske to the Traffic Safety Commission. 1 c. Recommendation by County Executive Sam Kaufman for the appointment of Kelly Kharajian to the Children & Adult Long-Term Care Coordinating Committee. 1 d. Recommendation by County Executive Sam Kaufman for the appointment of Glenn Gogin to the Fond du Lac County Lo …
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Thu Oct 8, 2026

Police & Fire Commission

Police & Fire Commission to approve three new Patrol Officers

The commission is meeting to approve an eligibility list for Police Patrol Officers. The body will also vote on the appointment of three individuals to the role of Patrol Officer.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2.  CONSENT AGENDA     Microsoft Teams Meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/230441640069880?p=jI94B50eiuViMoyJcs Meeting ID: 230 441 640 069 880 Passcode: Sx3MM6ZL Dial in by phone:  +1 414-251-4301,,56843598# 3.  ACTION   A. MINUTES   Minutes of August 13, 2026 B. ELIGIBILITY LIST   Approve eligibility list for Police Patrol Officer. C. APPROVAL   Approve Kaden Kaphingst to Patrol Officer effective October 9, 2026. D. APPROVAL   Approve Anne Barr to Patrol Officer effective October 9, 2026. E. APPROVAL   Approve Jaden Lopez to Patrol Officer effective October 9, 2026. 4.  REPORT OF OFFICERS   5.  ADJOURN
Tue Oct 6, 2026

Board of Appeals

Board of Appeals to review four zoning variance requests

The Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to decide on four separate variance requests. These requests involve accessory structures, parking pad placements, driveway widths, and commercial lighting heights.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES   A. August 3, 2026 Minutes   3.  PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ACTION   A. Appeal No. 2026-04   974 Country Club Lane  Ryan Yuds    Zoning Code Regulations: 720-11 Accessory Buildings and Uses C. Permitted Accessory Buildings Accessory buildings and uses may be located in required yards only where specifically permitted by this section. (21) Garden/storage sheds, playhouses, and similar accessory structures: permitted in interior side and rear yards.   Variance Request: Allow for an accessory structure within the street yard setback area.  B. Appeal No. 2026-06   289 Maple Ave Paul Thelen    Zoning Code Regulations: 720-79 Off-Street Parking C. Area and Access (1) Minimum parking space size: 9 feet × 18 feet, excluding drives, aisles, and obstructions. (3) One uncovered parking space may be located alongside a garage if it is at least 8 feet from a side/rear lot line, does not interfere with drainage, and is screened. Maximum size: 12 feet × 18 feet. E. Driveways (1)(a) For single-and two-family residences, driveways may be up to 24 feet wide at the front lot line and may widen toward the garage only as permitted by the ordinance. Where no garage exists, the maximum width is 20 feet. Driveways may not create a front-yard parking area.   Variance Request: Seeks approval …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026

Downtown Architectual Review Board

Board to review exterior signage and alterations for three Main Street businesses

The Downtown Architectural Review Board will consider proposals for exterior changes to three properties on Main Street. These include requests for signage, painting, and concrete work.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES   A. September 1, 2026 Minutes   3.  ACTIONS   A. 75 S Main Street   Proposal: Exterior Signage  Applicant: Focus Hobby Shop B. 177 S Main Street   Proposal: Exterior painting, awnings, and signage Applicant: The Goldsmith C. North Main Street Corridor Grant Application   Location: 280 N Main Street Proposal: Exterior Alterations - Epoxy Concrete  Applicant: Death Decor Tattoo and Gallery  4.  ADJOURN
Wed Sep 30, 2026

Board of Appeals

Board to hear two zoning variance appeals, one withdrawn

The Fond du Lac Board of Appeals will consider two variance requests: one for an accessory structure in a street yard setback at 974 Country Club Lane, and another for a parking pad and driveway widening at 720 Rienzi Road. A third appeal (2026-05) has been withdrawn by the applicant. The meeting also includes approval of the August 3, 2026 minutes.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES   A. August 3, 2026 Minutes   3.  PUBLIC HEARINGS   A. Appeal No. 2026-04   974 Country Club Lane  Ryan Yuds    Zoning Code Regulations: 720-11 Accessory Buildings and Uses C. Permitted Accessory Buildings Accessory buildings and uses may be located in required yards only where specifically permitted by this section. (21) Garden/storage sheds, playhouses, and similar accessory structures: permitted in interior side and rear yards.   Variance Request: Allow for an accessory structure within the street yard setback area.  B. Appeal No. 2026-05   720 Rienzi Road  Abacus Architects and Fond du Lac Christian School    The application has been withdrawn by the applicant.   C. Appeal No. 2026-06   289 Maple Ave Paul Thelen    Zoning Code Regulations: 720-79 Off-Street Parking C. Area and Access (1) Minimum parking space size: 9 feet × 18 feet, excluding drives, aisles, and obstructions. (3) One uncovered parking space may be located alongside a garage if it is at least 8 feet from a side/rear lot line, does not interfere with drainage, and is screened. Maximum size: 12 feet × 18 feet. E. Driveways (1)(a) For single-and two-family residences, driveways may be up to 24 feet wide at the front lot line and may widen toward the garage only as permitted by the ordi …
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Wed Sep 30, 2026

Advisory Parking & Traffic Board - CANCELED

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Wed Sep 30, 2026

Downtown Architectual Review Board

Fond du Lac board reviews exterior signage, painting, awnings at three downtown addresses

The Downtown Architectural Review Board meets to approve prior minutes and consider three action items on downtown buildings. Two involve exterior signage and painting at 75 S Main Street and 177 S Main Street. A third item concerns a North Main Street Corridor Grant application for exterior epoxy concrete work at 280 N Main Street. The agenda lists no dollar amounts or public hearings.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Attendance B. Declaration Quorum Present 2.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES   A. September 1, 2026 Minutes   3.  ACTIONS   A. 75 S Main Street   Proposal: Exterior Signage  Applicant: Focus Hobby Shop B. 177 S Main Street   Proposal: Exterior painting, awnings, and signage Applicant: The Goldsmith C. North Main Street Corridor Grant Application   Location: 280 N Main Street Proposal: Exterior Alterations - Epoxy Concrete  Applicant: Death Decor Tattoo and Gallery  4.  ADJOURN
Wed Sep 30, 2026

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Thu Sep 24, 2026

Alcohol Licensing Committee - CANCELED

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Thu Sep 24, 2026

Advisory Park Board

Park board to hear updates on playground, pool, and Lakeside Park loop

The Fond du Lac Advisory Park Board is meeting to review the August minutes and hear reports from the Parks Superintendent and Public Works Director. Items include updates on the Paul Butzen Park playground, Lakeside Park Food Truck Festival, Taylor Pool vinyl liner, winterization, holiday lights, Lakeside Park Loop improvements, and historical park signs. No formal action items are listed.

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1.  ATTENDANCE   Declaration Quorum Present 2.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. August 24, 2026 Minutes   3.  INPUT ITEMS   A. Audience Comments (Agenda and Non-Agenda Items)   The Presiding Officer Shall Limit Non-Agenda Items To One Minute Speaking Time And Items Noticed On The Agenda To Five Minutes Speaking Time. B. September Park Superintendent Report   Paul Butzen Park Playground Update Lakeside Park Food Truck Festival Update Taylor Pool Vinyl Liner Update Winterization of Parks Christmas/Holiday Lights Presented By: Parks Superintendent, John Redmond C. Lakeside Park Loop Improvements   Presented By: Director of Public Works, Paul DeVries and Friends of the Fond du Lac Loop D. Historical Park Signs   Presented By: Director of Public Works, Paul DeVries 4.  ACTION ITEMS   5.  ADJOURN
Thu Sep 24, 2026

Advisory Park Board

Park board to hear updates on playground, pool, and Lakeside Loop improvements

The Fond du Lac Advisory Park Board is meeting to approve the August minutes and hear reports from the Parks Superintendent and Public Works Director. Topics include the Paul Butzen Park playground, Lakeside Park food truck festival, Taylor Pool liner, winterization, holiday lights, Lakeside Park Loop improvements, and historical park signs. No formal action items are listed.

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1.  ATTENDANCE   Declaration Quorum Present 2.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. August 24, 2026 Minutes   3.  INPUT ITEMS   A. Audience Comments (Agenda and Non-Agenda Items)   The Presiding Officer Shall Limit Non-Agenda Items To One Minute Speaking Time And Items Noticed On The Agenda To Five Minutes Speaking Time. B. September Park Superintendent Report   Paul Butzen Park Playground Update Lakeside Park Food Truck Festival Update Taylor Pool Vinyl Liner Update Winterization of Parks Christmas/Holiday Lights Presented By: Parks Superintendent, John Redmond C. Lakeside Park Loop Improvements   Presented By: Director of Public Works, Paul DeVries and Friends of the Fond du Lac Loop D. Historical Park Signs   Presented By: Director of Public Works, Paul DeVries 4.  ACTION ITEMS   5.  ADJOURN
Wed Sep 23, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning, comprehensive plan amendment, and grants

The Fond du Lac City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including a rezoning request, an amendment to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, approval of a federal grant application, utility easements, and a liquor license agent change. A public hearing is scheduled for the Justice Assistance Grant program. The agenda also includes routine consent items and proclamations.

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1.  CALL TO ORDER   A. Roll Call B. Declaration a Quorum Is Present C. Pledge of Allegiance and Silent Reflection 2.  PROCLAMATIONS   A. A Proclamation Recognizing October 4th-10th, 2026 As Fire Prevention Week   3.  PUBLIC HEARINGS   A. FY2026 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program   4.  CONSENT AGENDA   A. September 9, 2026 Minutes   B. List Of Claims Dated September 17, 2026   5.  AUDIENCE COMMENTS (Agenda and Non-agenda items)   6.  ACTION ITEMS   A. Change Of Agent "Class A" Intoxicating Liquor and Class "A" Fermented Malt   Entity: Wal-Mart Stores East, LP Agent Name: Timothy Speth d/b/a: Walmart #1643 Business Address: 377 N Rolling Meadows Drive Introduction: City Clerk B. Resolution No. 9262   A Resolution Reviewing And Approving Grant Application From The Edward Bryne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program Introduction: Chief of Police C. Resolution No. 9263   A Resolution Authorizing The Grant Of A Utility Easement To Spectrum Mid-America, LLC Across Lands Owned By The City Of Fond du Lac Introduction: City Engineer D. Resolution No. 9264   A Resolution Authorizing The Grant Of A Utility Easement To Alliant Energy Across Lands Owned By The City Of Fond du Lac  Introduction: City Engineer E. Resolution No. 9265   A Resolution Declaring Official Intent To Reimburse Expenditures From Proceeds Of Borrowing  Intr …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026

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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$8.0MFIVES GIDDINGS & LEWIS, LLC
Department of Defense · 7 AXIS MACHINE
$5.3MFIVES GIDDINGS & LEWIS, LLC
Department of Defense · BORING MILL, MOUNTING PAD, PROGRAMMING SUPPORT AND TOOLING SUPPORT
$382,379CROSSROADS CARE CENTER OF FOND DU LAC LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: FY24 1358 COST REPORTING OCTOBER 1, 2023 -MAY 31, 2024
$292,118FEDCO ELECTRONICS, INC
Department of Defense · 8511066244!BATTERY,NONRECHARGE
$248,035BRUNSWICK CORP
Department of Defense · MERCURY SEAPRO 300 OUTBOARD ENGINES AND LOWER GEAR CASE TRANSMISSION
$207,311BRUNSWICK CORP
Department of Defense · MERCURY MARINE ENGINE REPLACEMENT PARTS
$197,191FOND DU LAC COUNTY
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: FY24 1358 COST REPORTING OCTOBER 1, 2024 -JUNE 30, 202
$176,364BRUNSWICK CORP
Department of Defense · MERCURY VERADO 300 XL SEAPRO AMS DTS MERCURY VERADO 300 CXL SEAPRO AMS
$173,720CROSSROADS CARE CENTER OF FOND DU LAC LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT FY25 1ST TO 2ND QTR OCTOBER 1, 2024 THROUGH MARCH 31,
$136,259CROSSROADS CARE CENTER OF FOND DU LAC LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: FY23 3RD - 4TH QTR COSTS REPORTING APRIL 1, 2023 - SEP

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

🌐 County-level context (Fond du Lac 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-49 people (-$13.9M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Flood": 4, "Severe Storm": 3, "Biological": 2, "Tornado": · last Sat Apr 4, 2020)
Traffic fatalities2 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments2,227 (42,508 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,074/mo (1,008 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy14.2% (low numeracy 23% · 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.

332
Recorded votes
$87.0M
Annual budget
$163.4M
Debt outstanding
31
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$87.0M
Spending$92.8M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.

Debt load HIGH

Outstanding debt$163.4M
Debt-to-revenue1.88×
Debt-load index82 / 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
0.475
All kids
0.461
Black kids
0.302

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Where it’s happening

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