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The Prescott council has just approved a 2.1% increase in the 2026 property tax levy, sparking community discussions on funding priorities and future capital needs.

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Prescott council advances 2026 budget, approves water property-tax equivalent and levy resolution
After a public hearing, the City of Prescott council approved resolutions adopting a water property-tax equivalent and the 2026 general fund balance and levy following presentation of the proposed 2026 operating budget, which includes a 2.1% levy increase and targeted reserve uses for taser and IT replacements.
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November 11, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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The Hudson School Board is moving forward with controversial school closures despite fierce community backlash and looming legal threats from parents.

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Hudson School Board presses ahead with closure planning as parents warn of legal action
At a public meeting where citizens urged alternatives, the Hudson School Board continued work on boundary and transition plans tied to proposed elementary-school closures; a community group said it will begin formal legal action and called for additional analysis before closures proceed.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:56 AM
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Dane County is taking a big step towards understanding the impact of data centers with a new advisory committee—what will their findings reveal?

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Supervisor introduces resolution to create advisory committee on data centers
Chair Miles and Supervisor Posler introduced a resolution to establish an advisory committee to study the economic, environmental and community impacts of data center development in Dane County (Res. 205); the item was introduced and members invited to cosponsor.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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Dane County's Board of Supervisors is pushing for a critical change to protect overdose victims after a shocking case revealed a dangerous gap in Good Samaritan laws.

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Board backs resolution urging reestablishment of statewide comprehensive Good Samaritan law
The Dane County Board adopted a resolution calling for reestablishment of a statewide comprehensive Good Samaritan law after a supervisor recounted a case he said exposed a gap in immunity for overdose victims who cannot summon help themselves.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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Dane County just transformed its election process, syncing special elections with regular cycles to save money—but some say it sacrifices voters' control!

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Dane County board adopts ordinance to change process for filling supervisory vacancies
After extended debate, the Dane County Board adopted an ordinance amendment (OA8) that aligns special election timing with regular election cycles and narrows appointment discretion by syncing vacancies to scheduled ballots. Supporters said the change improves predictability and can reduce municipal costs; opponents said it shifts too much power to
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November 10, 2025 at 10:57 PM
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Milwaukee's Finance & Personnel Committee just approved a budget that boosts library hours, enhances eviction prevention funding, and raises employee wages, but it also means a rise in your property tax levy!

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Council committee adopts omnibus budget substitute that adds library hours, eviction prevention and wage boosts; levy rises
The Finance & Personnel Committee approved a council-drafted omnibus substitute to the mayor's proposed 2026 budget that restores library Sunday hours, increases funding for eviction-prevention programs and adds a city employee wage supplement; the measure raises the property tax levy above the mayor's proposal and was referred to the city council'
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November 10, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Cheboygan County is shaking things up with new parks rules, a revamped budget, and a fresh retirement option for sheriff deputies!

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Cheboygan County supervisors update parks rules, adopt 2026 budget and several resolutions; multiple items referred to committees
The Cheboygan County Board of Supervisors on Nov. 4 approved an ordinance updating parks and recreation rules, adopted the 2026 county budget and tax levy, approved a resolution seeking state funding for income-maintenance administrative costs and adopted a 401(a) retirement option for sheriff deputies. The board referred an airport vendor-permit,
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November 9, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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In a dramatic turn of events, the Milwaukee Common Council has reversed its initial decision to increase the street-lighting fee, igniting fierce debate on fairness and municipal services.

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Council approves vehicle-registration and street-lighting fee changes after vote and reconsideration
Council votes on multiple user fees included in the 2026 budget produced a mix of outcomes. After an initial failed vote and a formal reconsideration, the council approved an adjusted street-lighting fee and separately approved a change to the vehicle-registration fee following floor amendment and recorded roll calls.
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November 9, 2025 at 12:52 AM
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Milwaukee's council just approved a groundbreaking Home Buyers Fund, boosting down-payment assistance and expanding eviction prevention efforts—transforming housing stability in the city!

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Council moves money to new Milwaukee Home Buyers Fund, boosts eviction-prevention and library hours
Council action adjusted funding for housing initiatives: it created a Milwaukee Home Buyers Fund (capital account), combined grant sources to increase down-payment assistance, and allocated funding to Eviction Free MKE and expanded Sunday library hours at selected branches.
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November 9, 2025 at 12:49 AM
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Community advocates are calling for increased transparency and accountability regarding school resource officers in Milwaukee Public Schools, arguing that their presence does not enhance student safety and contributes to systemic issues in education.

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Students and advocates urge transparency, limits on school resource officers at FPC meeting
Several youth advocates and community members told the Fire and Police Commission they oppose school resource officers in Milwaukee Public Schools, called Act 12 harmful, and requested clearer complaint processes and stronger, ongoing training for officers working with students.
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November 9, 2025 at 12:47 AM
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The Milwaukee Common Council has just adopted a transformative 2026 budget that boosts employee wages, enhances library hours, and introduces new housing support initiatives!

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Milwaukee Common Council adopts amended 2026 budget after weeks of debate
The Milwaukee Common Council voted to adopt an amended 2026 budget that includes targeted increases for employee wages, housing and eviction-prevention programs, restored library hours, and new capital borrowing for fire apparatus. The measure passed after multiple votes on omnibus amendments and fee items.
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November 9, 2025 at 12:46 AM
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The Milwaukee Police Department unveiled their School Resource Officer program, highlighting the recovery of firearms on campus and plans for expanded mentorship initiatives to improve student safety.

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MPD describes SRO rollout to FPC: 33 officers, NASRO training, recovered firearms and planned parent outreach
MPD briefed the Fire and Police Commission on the SRO program, saying 33 officers are assigned (25 to 12 anchor high schools), officers completed a 40‑hour NASRO course, MPD recovered firearms from students and plans to expand mentorship and parent-academy programs; commissioners pressed for data and transparency.
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November 9, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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The Milwaukee Licenses Committee has renewed Casablanca Restaurant’s tavern license but issued a warning after alarming police testimony about unsafe conditions at a nearby property linked to the agent.

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Licenses committee renews Casablancas tavern license with warning; Keefe warehouse matter left open
The Milwaukee Licenses Committee renewed Casablanca Restaurant LLCs Class B tavern and related licenses on Nov. 6, 2025, after a full-day hearing that included police accounts of an unpermitted New Year's event and Department of Neighborhood Services testimony about unsafe occupied space at 900'910 East Keefe. The committee added a formal warning,
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November 9, 2025 at 12:43 AM
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Milwaukee County's arts funding is under review, with a new formula on the horizon and a chance for public input—how will your voice shape the future of local arts?

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Advisory council directs Parks Department to develop alternative arts funding formulas, requests public feedback
Facing a limited county arts allocation, the committee asked Parks Department staff to produce multiple funding-distribution scenarios and an online feedback mechanism to gather input from past and prospective applicants. The council voted 7–0 to direct staff to develop models and vet them with stakeholders; the county board requested a report by J
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November 8, 2025 at 9:59 PM
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Cheboygan County is calling on Wisconsin to cover nearly $17.9 million in income-maintenance administrative costs, warning that failing to act could jeopardize vital services.

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Cheboygan County urges state to cover nearly $17.9 million in income‑maintenance administrative costs
The board unanimously approved Resolution No. 11, drafted by the Wisconsin Counties Association, asking the state to fund roughly $17.9 million in administrative costs shifted from federal to state levels and to provide staffing or technology to keep the error rate below 6%.
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November 8, 2025 at 9:05 PM
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Chippewa County's highway commissioner reveals a troubling shortfall in paving, just 12.9 miles completed this year, sparking questions about future funding solutions.

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Highway commissioner says county below recommended paving cycle; reports four bridge replacements and staffing gains
Highway Commissioner Chris delivered the annual highway operations report required by state statute, saying the county paved 12.9 miles this year (below a 20-mile annual target) and completed four bridge replacements. The report highlights supply-chain delays easing for vehicles, a 2026 capital plan that includes 9.4 miles of paving and 31 miles of
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November 8, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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The Village of Cross Plains is considering a bold move to accelerate the repayment of TID 3 debt, potentially saving significant interest and paving the way for an earlier closure in 2027.

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Committee explores early payoff of TID 3 financing; staff to bring numbers to board
Committee members discussed using TID 3 fund balance to call and retire the 2014A financing early, potentially saving interest and allowing the TID to close in 2027, but members asked staff and Ehlers to confirm tax‑increment receipts, callable terms and water/sewer revenue bond constraints before any action.
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November 8, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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The Waunakee School District is at a financial crossroads: a new state program could mean a short-term surplus but long-term tax implications for local homeowners.

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Waunakee budget committee weighs offering higher per-student payment to retain 4K partners after state program change
Administrators presented scenarios showing that if local 4K providers opt into a new state-funded program (which forbids simultaneous district contracting), the district would initially see a one-year surplus but face multi-year equalization-aid losses that shift costs to property taxpayers. The committee asked staff to offer contracts to centers (
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November 8, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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The Public Service Commission has reached a groundbreaking unanimous settlement for Wisconsin Power and Light’s rate case, uniting diverse stakeholders to eliminate the need for a contested hearing.

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PSC Approves Unanimous Settlement in Wisconsin Power & Light Rate Case
The Public Service Commission approved a full, unanimous settlement in Wisconsin Power and Light Company’s 2026–27 rate proceeding (docket 6680-UR-125), finding procedural and substantive statutory criteria satisfied and adding standard order conditions. Commissioners declined to add new, nonstandard conditions, citing the unanimous nature of the  
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November 8, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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The Public Service Commission has approved significant rate adjustments for Northern States Power Company–Wisconsin, altering the company's initial proposals after extensive deliberation.

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PSC Approves Northern States Power–Wisconsin Rate Increases, Holds ROE at 9.8%
The Public Service Commission approved NSPW’s rate changes for 2026–27 (docket 4220-UR-127) after adopting multiple contested and uncontested adjustments in a lengthy decision-matrix process; commissioners kept the authorized ROE at 9.8 percent, set regulatory equity near 52.47 percent and maintained the current earnings-sharing mechanism.
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November 8, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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The Sawyer County Veterans Service Office announced an astonishing $21 million in benefits secured for local veterans in 2024, showcasing the powerful impact of their outreach efforts.

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Sawyer County veterans office reports more than $21 million in benefits returned in 2024; tribute study moves toward site testing
At the Sawyer County Administration Committee meeting, the Veterans Service Office reported that its 2024 work brought millions in federal, state and other benefits to local veterans and spouses. The committee also received an update on a planned veterans tribute study; core samples are pending to clarify whether fuel-holding tanks existed on the 

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November 8, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Concerns are mounting over the Sawyer County airport expansion as locals fear environmental impacts and displacement of families, sparking urgent calls for alternative plans.

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Neighbor cites wetlands, scenic‑river concerns as Sawyer County airport expansion plan advances
An airport representative reported routine operations and possible hangar development; a nearby resident warned that the county's draft airport expansion could displace families and damage wetlands and the Namakagon National Scenic Riverway, citing DNR and federal agency recommendations to consider no‑build or relocation alternatives.
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November 8, 2025 at 5:56 AM
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Northcentral Healthcare's acting director reveals a remarkable financial turnaround and new psychiatric hires, but warns of ongoing staffing challenges and legislative uncertainties.

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Northcentral Healthcare reports improved finances, workforce gains and continued risks at Marathon County update
Jason Hake, recently appointed acting executive director of Northcentral Healthcare, told the Marathon County Health and Human Services Committee that the organization has increased contracts with other counties, hired child psychiatrists, boosted cash reserves to about 125 days and raised employee referrals, while noting ongoing staffing pressures
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November 8, 2025 at 5:54 AM
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Dane County is taking a bold step towards public safety by pushing for a statewide Good Samaritan law to be added to its legislative agenda!

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Committee recommends adding Good Samaritan law support to county legislative agenda
The Dane County Executive Committee recommended approval of 2025 Resolution 192, which asks that the county include support for reestablishing a statewide, comprehensive Good Samaritan law on its legislative agenda so the county lobbyist may register positions. Supervisor Engelberger moved the recommendation; the committee approved it by voice vote
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November 8, 2025 at 5:40 AM
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Exciting news for Germantown! The DNR has approved an innovative open-channel stormwater design for Division Road, slashing costs and improving water quality ahead of a targeted 2026 construction.

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DNR signs off on open-channel approach for Division Road; construction targeted for 2026
Village staff reported DNR concurrence with an open-channel stormwater design for Division Road that reduces construction cost relative to an enclosed storm sewer. The village plans to finalize plats, start appraisals and pursue grant financing, aiming for 2026 construction.
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November 8, 2025 at 5:24 AM