La Crosse, WI

Board of Public Works

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.

• Payment list for right-of-way acquisitions for Losey Blvd
• Xcel Energy request to replace gas main in the Hintgen Neighborhood
• Xcel Energy request to replace gas main on Harvey Street and Hamilton Street
• Construction contract change orders and final payments

City Plan Commission

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.

• Purchase and Development Agreement with Northside Neighborhood Center, Inc. for 1552 Kane St.
• Rezoning of 400 & 402 Copeland Avenue from Light Industrial to Special Multiple Dwelling for residential use
• Rezoning of 1536 Wood Street from Single Family Resident to Residence District for a duplex
• Rezoning of 510 9th St S to Planned Development District - Specific for residential apartments
• Resolution declaring 2710 Quarry Road as surplus property

Arts and Culture Board

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.

• Update on Arts Week 2027
• Discussion on future of board initiatives and strategic planning session

Judiciary & Administration Committee

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.

• Charter ordinance to create City Administrator position and remove duties from the Mayor
• Public hearing: Rezoning 400 & 402 Copeland Avenue from Light Industrial to Special Multiple Dwelling
• Public hearing: Rezoning 1536 Wood Street to Residence District for duplex use
• Public hearing: Rezoning 510 9th St S to Planned Development District - Specific for apartments
• Public hearing: Rezoning Island Street (tax parcel 17-10213-91) to Heavy Industrial District

Finance & Personnel Committee

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.

• Issuance and sale of up to $3,648,984 in Sewer System Revenue Bonds
• Purchase and Development Agreement for property at 1552 Kane St
• Acceptance of a State of Wisconsin grant for the EHH Program (homelessness and housing assistance)
• Development agreement with RyKey Properties LLC for 'The Eleven' at River Point District
• Fee schedule amendments for replacement siding, windows, and exterior doors

Board of Canvassers

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.

• Tallying of provisional ballots
• Canvassing of November 3, 2026 General Election results

Human Rights Commission

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.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Revision of Discrimination Complaint Form
• Discussion on Commission's Powers and Duties

Economic and Community Development Commission

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.

• Community Development Block Grant Housing Rehabilitation Proposals from Couleecap and Habitat for Humanity
• HOME ARP Supportive Services Funds
• Housing Rehabilitation Loan Subordination request for Loan 301071
• Request for Proposals (RFP) for the former Community Policing Center at 713 St. James St.
• Annual Development Agreement Compliance Report for The Driftless Apartments and Townhomes

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.

• Approved Community Development Block Grant Housing Rehabilitation Proposals contingent on city staff approval of agreement terms (6-0)
• Referred HOME ARP Supportive Services Funds item for 30 days (6-0)
• Denied Housing Rehabilitation Loan Subordination request (6-0)
• Approved Annual Development Agreement Compliance Report for The Driftless Apartments and Townhomes (6-0)

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

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

• Stop Loss Insurance Contract for 2027 (Item 26-1142)

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.

• Approved September 22, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Increased stop-loss specific deductible to $150k (3-0)
• Approved transition to 12/18 contract (3-0)
• Approved vendor change to Tokio Marine HCC (3-0)

Room Tax Commission

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.

• Room Tax Calculation Sheet for August 2026
• Room Tax Statistics through June 2026
• La Crosse Center budget analysis for 2025-2027
• Explore La Crosse 2025 Annual Report
• Proposed 2027 budget for Explore La Crosse

Arts and Culture Board

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

• Test Item 1 (26-1136)
• Test item 2 (26-1137)

Board of Public Works

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.

• Review and approve bid for replacement of Windows at Fire Station #1
• Temporary Street Privilege Permit for Fowler and Hammer to close western lane of 3rd Street
• Revocable Occupancy Permit for Metronet to install fiber-optic conduit on 2700 block of Commerce Street
• Temporary Street Privilege Permit for Mead and Hunt to close lane of 4th Street South

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.

• Approved October 19, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (4-0)
• Approved window replacement bid for Fire Station #1 (4-0)
• Approved temporary street privilege permit for 3rd Street lane closure by Fowler and Hammer (4-0)
• Approved revocable occupancy permit for Metronet fiber-optic conduit on Commerce Street (4-0)
• Approved temporary street privilege permit for 4th Street South lane closure by Mead and Hunt (4-0)

Heritage Preservation Commission

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.

• Nomination of Josten House (417 11th Street S) as a Local Historic Landmark
• Nomination of John & Elizabeth Ott House (1512 Winnebago Street) as a Local Historic Landmark
• Certificate of Appropriateness for a new sign at 200 Main Street

Redevelopment Authority

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.

• Second Extension to the Option to Purchase Agreement with Capital Investment Partners, LLC (Cowboy Jack's) for Lot 2 of Lot 11 and Lot 12
• Property Maintenance Agreement for snow removal with Property Reliance LLC
• Quit Claim Deed for property transfer from the City of La Crosse to the Redevelopment Authority
• Contract with Project for Public Spaces for the Public Market project
• Transfer of funds for property acquisition at River Point District

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.

• Approved second extension for Lot 2 purchase agreement (voice vote)
• Approved second extension for Lot 12 purchase agreement (voice vote)
• Approved snow removal contract with Property Reliance LLC (voice vote)
• Adopted resolution for property transfer via Quit Claim Deed (voice vote)
• Approved professional services agreement for Lot 10 (voice vote)
• Approved contract with Project for Public Spaces (voice vote)
• Advanced fund transfer resolution for property acquisition (no recommendation)

Municipal Transit Utility Board

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.

• Public hearing regarding proposed route changes (26-1069)

Police and Fire Commission

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.

• Appointment of Sergeant Andrew Tolvstad to regular status
• October 2026 Police Personnel Report
• October 2026 Fire Personnel Report
• Scheduling of Police Officer interviews for November 2026
• Scheduling of Firefighter interviews for January 2027

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.

• Approved minutes of September 16, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed October 2026 Police Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Sergeant Andrew Tolvstad to regular status (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed October 2026 Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)

La Crosse Center Board

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.

• Resolution authorizing a Marketing Agreement between the City of La Crosse and La Crosse Beverage
• Request to approve liquor expenses for August and September 2026
• Updates regarding La Crosse Concession Services Inc.

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.

• Approved August 18th and September 15th, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved request for liquor expenses (voice vote)
• Adopted resolution for marketing agreement with La Crosse Beverage (voice vote)

Aviation Board

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.

• Approval of 2027 Airport Schedule of Fees
• Approval of 2027 Airport Operating Budget
• Projects, Marketing, Air Service, and Ft. McCoy update

Board of Park Commissioners

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.

• Consolidated and restated use agreement between the City of La Crosse and the La Crosse Loggers
• Campground and Mokki Sauna and Dip concepts at La Crosse Municipal Harbor west property
• Installation of six Leopold Benches on Marsh Trails for an Eagle Scout project
• Pettibone Boat Club 2027 fees and Pettibone Resort Flood Evacuation Plan
• Bicentennial Phase 3 Reroute concept presented by Outdoor Recreation Alliance

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.

• Approved resolution authorizing consolidated and restated use agreement with La Crosse Loggers (7-1)
• Approved Eagle Scout project to construct and install six Leopold Benches along Marsh Trails (8-0)
• Approved concept of a campground on the west property at La Crosse Municipal Harbor (8-0)
• Approved concept of Mokki Sauna and Dip at the west property at La Crosse Municipal Harbor (8-0)
• Approved River City Youth Hockey 'Pucks & Pints' fundraiser at Green Island Park for Oct. 17, 2026 (8-0)
• Approved Polio Walk fundraiser on the Marsh Trails for Oct. 24, 2026 (8-0)
• Approved Pettibone Boat Club 2027 fees (8-0)
• Approved Pettibone Resort Flood Evacuation Plan (8-0)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

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.

• Public hearing on PHA 2027 Annual Plan
• Review of 2027-2031 Five-Year Capital Fund Program Plan

Board of Estimates

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.

• Review and finalize 2027 Operating Budget
• Public hearing on 2027 Operating Budget
• Zoom participation available
• In-person attendance at City Hall

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.

• Approved 2027 Operating Budget scenario #2 (5-3)
• Denied 2027 Operating Budget scenario #1 (3-5)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

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.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on Bike Parking Design Standards
• Draft Bike Parking Ordinance discussion
• Safety Action Plan presentation
• Transportation Alternatives Program grant updates

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.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)

Library Board

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.

• Fund Balance Approval: Auditorium B AV Update $40,000
• Feasibility Study Review
• Discussion and possible action regarding Atrium Design
• Approval of September 2026 bills and financial reports

Board of Estimates

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.

• Review and finalize recommended 2027 operating budget (Agenda Item 26-0588)
• Approve minutes of September 1, 2026 meeting
• Approve minutes of September 2, 2026 meeting

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.

• Request to prepare budget scenario opting out of Expenditure Restraint Program failed (4-5)
• Motion to hold second meeting on October 13 approved (5-3)
• Approved Budget Amendment #1 Revenue (6-2)
• Approved Budget Amendment #2 Expenses (6-2)

Board of Public Works

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.

• Payment list for right-of-way acquisitions for Losey Blvd
• Quote proposals for 7th and Cass St Maintenance
• Request from Hawk & Sons INC to close Main Street from 2nd Street to 3rd Street
• Request from Utilities Department for a water meter station at 1000 Boathouse Drive
• Request from Trane Technologies INC for fiber optic conduit at 2220 Ward Avenue

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.

• Approved payment list for Losey Blvd. right-of-way acquisitions (5-0)
• Approved quote proposals for 7th and Cass St Maintenance (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Street Privilege Permit for Hawk & Sons INC to close Main Street (5-0)
• Approved Revocable Occupancy Permit for water meter station at 1000 Boathouse Drive (5-0)
• Approved Revocable Occupancy Permit for Trane Technologies INC at 2220 Ward Avenue (5-0)
• Approved October 5, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

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.

• Review of plans for development on Lot 11 (17-20400-232) in the River Point District, including final plans, CSM, landscape, photometric, and variance letter dated 10-9-2026
• Review of plans for commercial development at 1319-1325 St Andrew St. (Borton Construction Office), including final architectural, landscape, civil, and lighting plans dated 10-9-2026
• Public can request Zoom access or submit written comments by emailing Tim Acklin at acklint@cityoflacrosse.org
• Meeting held at City Hall, 400 La Crosse Street, La Crosse, WI 54601, and virtually via Zoom at 9:00 AM
• Notice states members of other governmental bodies may be present to gather information

Economic and Community Development Commission

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.

• Groundbreaking event at Copper Rocks, 2415 State Rd, La Crosse, WI 54601
• Scheduled for Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM
• Notice states members of other governmental bodies may be present

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

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.

• Discussion of snow removal

Redevelopment Authority

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.

• Groundbreaking event at Copper Rocks, 2415 State Rd, La Crosse, WI 54601
• Scheduled for Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM
• Mayor and RDA members invited to attend
• Notice states other governmental bodies may be present to gather information

Common Council

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.

• Invitation to Haven on Main Grand Opening Celebration at 915 Main St, La Crosse, WI
• Notice that other governmental body members may be present to gather information

Arts and Culture Board

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.

• Meeting cancelled; no votes or decisions took place
• Agenda item 26-1031: discussion of the future of the Arts and Culture Board regarding a name change
• Standard procedural items listed: call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, notices and discussions, adjournment
• Written comments could be sent to krollk@cityoflacrosse.org or 608.789.7558
• Board members listed: Chris Kahlow, Dillon McArdle, Mary Cate Wesling, Paige Manges, Kelly Leibold, Jennifer Morris, Alex Fowler

Common Council

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.

• Contract for WWTP Office Remodel to Wieser Brothers General Contractor, Inc. for $498,600
• Contract for Northside Floodplain Development to Dirt Monkey LLC for $275,194.10
• Zoning change for 1552 Kane Street from Single Family Residence to Public and Semi-Public District
• CPI-based inflationary adjustment for 2027 sewer utility rates
• Issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes not to exceed $13,805,000

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.

• Approved $498,600 contract with Wieser Brothers General Contractor for WWTP Office Remodel (13-0)
• Approved $275,194.10 contract with Dirt Monkey for Northside Floodplain Development (13-0)
• Confirmed mayoral appointments to the Arts and Culture Board, Building & Housing Appeals Board, Human Rights Commission, Municipal Transit Utility Board, and Redevelopment Authority (13-0)
• Denied resolution regarding Council Member expense accounts and reimbursement procedures (9-3, 1 abstain)
• Adopted Charter Ordinance 43 regarding appointment of various department heads (13-0)
• Approved re-allocating unused funds and re-purposing three fleet trucks for the Water Utility (13-0)
• Approved agreement with the Department of the Army for the La Crosse Flood Risk Management Project (13-0)
• Approved rezoning 1552 Kane Street from Single Family Residence District to Public and Semi-Public District for a community center

Board of Public Works

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.

• Review and approve bid for Replacement of Overhead Garage Doors at Fire Station #3 (item 26-1044)
• Construction Contract Change Orders (item 26-1025)
• Construction Contract Final Payments (item 26-1028)
• Set Spring City Auction for Saturday, April 17, 2027; viewing 9:00 AM, auction 10:00 AM (item 26-1034)
• Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (item 25-1200)

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.

• Approved September 28, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved construction contract change orders (5-0)
• Approved construction contract final payments (5-0)
• Set Spring City Auction date for April 17, 2027 (5-0)
• Approved bid for Fire Station #3 overhead garage doors (5-0)

Common Council

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.

• Test item with very long caption (26-0926)
• Test ordinance (26-0927)
• Test resolution doubling clerk's office staff pay (26-0928)
• Test review of clerk's office expansion plans (26-0929)

Finance & Personnel Committee

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.

• Public hearing on special assessment for sanitary sewer laterals at 33rd Street South (024-3026 and 3166-3168)
• Review of Financial Statements with Independent Auditors Report as of December 31, 2025
• Resolution on Council Member expense accounts and reimbursement procedures
• Resolution to acquire sanitary sewer easements for the Sunset Lane Sanitary Sewer project
• Resolution to re-allocate unused capital funds for Water Utility equipment purchases

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.

• Recommended adoption of 33rd St S non-compliant utility special assessment (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of Sunset Lane sanitary sewer easement acquisition (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of Water Utility capital equipment fund re-allocation (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of repurposing three fleet trucks for Water Utility (5-1)
• Recommended adoption of $90,000 allocation for 16th & State Streets scope change (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2027 CPI-based sewer utility rate adjustment (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of Army agreement for Flood Risk Management Project (6-0)
• Recommended referral with no recommendation for Council Member expense procedures (5-1)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

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.

• Update on USACE
• UACE Levy Update
• Floodplain mitigation plan discussion, referencing the 2022 Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Update on alleged FEMA violations
• Approval of minutes from September 3, 2026