Government - Pierce County Journal

American Express Excavation was one of 12 bidders for a project to dredge up to 100,000 cubic yards of material from Nugget Lake.

The Pierce County Parks Committee on Nov. 15 accepted a Nugget Lake dredging bid of $1,384,000 submitted by American Express Excavation LLC of Eau Claire. Park Superintendent Travis Campbell … more

By Jim DiPeso | 11/20/24

It was a full house at Stockholm’s Lund Fire Hall for a public hearing on an ordinance that would add more planning and checks for CAFOs in Maiden Rock.

Maiden Rock community urges protection against CAFOs

TOWN OF MAIDEN ROCK – In light of CAFOs (Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation) entering or looking to expand in western Wisconsin, the people of rural Maiden Rock are aiming to put regulations … more

By Andrew Harrington | 11/20/24

Committee approves districts boundary change

The Finance and Personnel Committee of the Pierce County Board of Supervisors on Nov. 4 approved a boundary change that would shift two River Falls parcels from supervisorial District 8 to District … more

By Jim DiPeso | 11/6/24

The parcel of land from Estate Homes, Inc. will be donated to the City of Prescott in memory of Sue Hiniker.

Prescott CC approves security system, streetlight upgrades, and land donation

During the Oct. 28 meeting, the Prescott City Council approved an agreement with Computer Integrations Technologies, Inc. for the installation of a security system at Well #3. Following … more

By Danielle Boos | 11/6/24

After a closed session, the Ellsworth Village Board approved the start of the negotiation process with Kwik Trip for Lot 3 at Crossing Meadows.

Downtown Design Guidelines established, Kwik Trip negotiation approved

ELLSWORTH — The village board approved Downtown Design Guidelines for the non-residential East End and Main Street Commercial District areas that would set design and appearance standards for … more

By Andrew Harrington | 11/6/24

Matt Cernohous has been named the acting fire chief of River Falls Fire Department after the retirement of Chief Steven Cash.

RF Police and Fire Commission appoints Matt Cernohous as Acting Fire Chief

RIVER FALLS – The River Falls Police and Fire Commission has named longtime firefighter Matt Cernohous as its acting fire chief. Cernohous has stepped into the role of Acting Fire Chief … more

10/30/24

The Pierce County Courthouse will be lit with a green light next week in honor of veterans’ service and their families.

Shining a light on the service of local veterans

Each year we come together as a nation on Veterans Day to honor and celebrate the hundreds of thousands of brave Americans who have served our country in uniform. Now more than ever, our … more

10/30/24

Supervisors approve 90% library funding

The Pierce County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 22 gave second-reading approval to a resolution to increase Act 150 funding for in-county libraries to 90 percent. Supervisors rejected an … more

By Jim DiPeso | 10/30/24

Conservation and Parks Division outlined at council meeting

RIVER FALLS — River Falls’ plan regarding sustainability and conservation became clearer as the city council heard a presentation on a new division during the Oct. 22 meeting. … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/30/24

Prescott Superintendent Dr. Rick Spicuzza (left) and School Board President Mike Matzek presented the Prescott City Council with information on the upcoming November referendum.

Prescott school leaders present November referendum details

Dr. Rick Spicuzza, Superintendent of Prescott Public Schools, and Mike Matzek, Board Chair of the Prescott School Board, attended the Oct. 14 Prescott City Council meeting to share information on the … more

By Danielle Boos | 10/23/24

Veterans Views: ‘The American Soldier’ performance

Now that October is winding to a close, our office is excited to sponsor for the public a free Veterans Day presentation of the award-winning Off Broadway play, “The American … more

By Pierce County Veterans Service Office | 10/23/24

Jonathan Lundquist of Gordy’s Prescott Inc. presented plans for a new seasonal restaurant to the Prescott City Council during the Oct. 14 meeting, aiming for an opening in Spring 2025.

Exciting plans unveiled for new seasonal restaurant in Prescott

At the Oct. 14 Prescott City Council meeting, the council approved a Class “B” Beer and Liquor License for Gordy’s Prescott Inc., located at 216 Broad St. Alderperson Maureen Otwell … more

By Danielle Boos | 10/23/24

The proposed budget for the City of River Falls for 2025-26.

City holds budget workshop as process continues

RIVER FALLS — Prior to the Oct. 8 River Falls City Council meeting, council members attended a workshop regarding the proposed 2025-26 budget. During the workshop, there was a presentation … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/16/24

County Panel approves 2025 levy, budget

The Pierce County Finance and Personnel Committee on Oct. 7 approved a property tax levy of $21,366,313 for the 2025 county budget after agreeing to $753,933 in cost reductions and revenue increases … more

By Jim DiPeso | 10/16/24

Joshua Low of Ehlers, Inc. attended the Sept. 30 Prescott City Council meeting to present information on TID #6.

Prescott City Council approves TID #6 and advances National Scenic Byways Grant Application

The Prescott City Council approved a resolution to establish Mixed-Use Tax Increment District (TID) #6, including its project plan and boundaries at a special meeting at City Hall on Sept. 30 with … more

By Danielle Boos | 10/10/24

Ellsworth Village Hall is located at 130 N. Chestnut St., Ellsworth.

Ellsworth VB approves bid for strategic plan development

ELLSWORTH — The Ellsworth Village Board voted to accept a strategic plan bid and approved the purchase of an additional Express Vote system heading into election season during the Monday … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/10/24

Ridge Breeze Dairy, located at W2686 390th Ave., Maiden Rock, has applied for a major expansion through the DNR. Haas Sons, Inc., had been operating a temporary concrete batch plant at the site without a permit.

Temporary concrete plan approved after initial failure to apply

The Pierce County Land Management Committee took public comments on the Conditional Use Permit for a concrete plant at CAFO Ridge Breeze Dairy in Town of Salem, ultimately approving it after … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/10/24

Targeted picketing ordinance passes, DeSanctis Park designated official Bee City Park

RIVER FALLS — The River Falls City Council designated DeSanctis Park as the official River Falls Bee City Park and approved an ordinance creating residential targeted picketing regulations … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/2/24

The proposed Erickson Subdivision in Prescott will have larger lot sizes to accommodate for the land topography.

Prescott City Council reviews Erickson Subdivision Concept Plan and Riverfront Phase 2 improvements

At the Sept. 23 meeting, the Prescott City Council reviewed the Erickson Subdivision Concept Plan. After a brief history of the proposed subdivision from City Administrator Matt Wolf, Louie … more

By Danielle Boos | 10/2/24

State senator clarifies filed lien from 2020 income taxes

State Sen. Rob Stafsholt, who represents the 10th district and is running for re-election in 2024, had a lien filed against him by St. Croix County for failure to provide a 2020 income tax return, … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/2/24