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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Antigo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Potential Property Purchase or Sale
The city owns four lots from Langlade County tax deeds and is getting two ready for bid, while recommending buyers be required to build so small lots stay available for starter homes.
Guidelines for Nonprofit Contributions
Alderperson Edwards is pushing for clear rules on which nonprofits get city money, with a proposal coming to the finance committee.
2027 City Budget Development
The 2027 budget is delayed by new staff and rising costs, with levy limits blocking revenue growth without new construction. A full budget discussion is set for September 30.
Capital Equipment/Improvement Plan (CIP) draft
The city's multi-year equipment and improvement plan is still in rough draft. Expect this to come back for discussion before the budget is finalized.
Land Surveyor/Project Manager Position Transition
Land Surveyor/Project Manager Charley Brinkmeier is leaving. A July 15 committee meeting will address the position's future, and a July 29 Committee of the Whole meeting will kick off budget season.
Audit Closing-Entry Deficiencies
The city's finances got a clean bill of health: a clean audit opinion, no federal single-audit findings, and about $4.5 million in general fund reserves. The one warning: stormwater revenue is thin, and a rate increase may be coming.
City Hall Repairs and Storm Damage Funding
City Hall has a moisture problem, and the council approved an $11,580 assessment by Building Envelope Consultants to figure out what's wrong before repairs.
Ward Consolidation for August Primary
To save money on a low-turnout primary, the city's nine wards will vote at just three combined reporting districts on August 11. Voters should check where their polling place is.
Livestreaming Council Meetings
Council meetings will be live-streamed starting in June, with new name tags and a requirement that audience speakers state their name and address on camera.