Government - Pierce County Journal

SV levy to see fractional decrease after budget conversations

SPRING VALLEY — The Spring Valley Village Board approved a 2027 budget that would decrease local tax levy by 0.28% to $572,796. According to information shared at the October Village Board … more

By Andrew Harrington | 11/11/26

County considers updating county seal, logo

ELLSWORTH – At the Nov. 2 Pierce County Finance & Personnel Committee meeting, members considered changing the county’s official seal/logo since it hasn’t been updated since 1941. … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 11/11/26

Elmwood board green lights 2027 budget

ELMWOOD — The Elmwood Village Board approved the 2027 budget at Monday’s meeting, projecting an $8,637 General Fund surplus, an increase of $27,494 from the shortfall that was projected during an … more

By Andrew Harrington | 11/11/26

A draft map of River Falls’ Future Land Use, which was heavily discussed at the Nov. 4 City of River Falls Plan Commission meeting.

Battle of Troy: Township residents push back against city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction

RIVER FALLS — Town of Troy residents attempted to make their case to halt a pair of motions regarding extraterritorial jurisdiction, but both items were unanimously moved to the council with a … more

By Andrew Harrington | 11/11/26

Council hears budget proposal, votes to terminate Flock contract

RIVER FALLS — The River Falls City Council heard the first reading of the budget proposal at the Oct. 27 meeting, showing an average increase of $20-25 to the city portion of residential tax bills. … more

By Andrew Harrington | 11/4/26

City of River Falls earns national award for organizational culture

RIVER FALLS, – The City of River Falls was named the national champion for organizational culture as part of Polco’s Best in Governance Awards . River Falls was one of six finalists in the … more

11/4/26

The concept plan for the final phase of Fairy Wonderland Park, located in the St. Croix Bluffs neighborhood at the corner of Canton and Pearl streets.

Final phase of Fairy Wonderland receives DNR grant

PRESCOTT – A set of approvals made at the Oct. 28 Prescott City Council meeting will advance the next and final phase of Fairy Wonderland Park. The council approved two resolutions: a … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 11/4/26

The Collective, proposed for 216 N. Broad St. in Prescott. In the last couple decades, the site has been home to The Courtyard, the Brickyard and Lucille's.

Council approves development agreement for ‘The Collective’

PRESCOTT – The proposed project called “The Collective” at 216 Broad St. continues to take steps toward becoming reality with another pair of approved city resolutions. The Prescott City … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 11/4/26

Citizens ask county supervisors to support election officials

ELLSWORTH – The Pierce County Board meeting Oct. 27 was a packed house with people standing along the back wall, many waiting for their turn to speak about election concerns during public comment … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 11/4/26

For Operation Green Light, Pierce County Courthouse and Office Building will be lit in green to honor veterans.

Shining a light on the service of local veterans – Operation Green Light

Each year on Veterans Day, Americans come together to honor the men and women who have served our nation in uniform. Their sacrifices have protected the freedoms we enjoy and helped preserve the … more

11/4/26

CVTC district board approves levy; tax rate decreases

EAU CLAIRE – The Chippewa Valley Technical College District Board approved the College’s 2026-2027 fiscal year tax rate and levy on Wednesday, with the tax rate decreasing to approximately … more

11/4/26

County Board gets first look at 2027 budget

ELLSWORTH – Inflation is not the friend to any municipality during budget season this year and Pierce County is no exception. County Administrator Jason Matthys presented recommendations to … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 11/4/26

Broz Bar and Grill Owner Jason Marks addresses the board about issues that have arisen during the East End reconstruction.

East End business owners express frustrations with reconstruction process

ELLSWORTH — Multiple East End business owners spoke at the Nov. 2 meeting of the Ellsworth Village Board, voicing concerns and disagreements they have had with how the East End Reconstruction … more

By Andrew Harrington | 11/4/26

Spring Valley President Theresa Linder has vacated the position, with Trustee Nate Pelz set to fill in until the April election.

Pelz to fill vacant SV President position until April election

SPRING VALLEY — Spring Valley Board Trustee Nate Pelz was voted to fill the vacant village president position left by Theresa Linder. Pelz is filling in pro tempore, meaning he will fulfill the … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/28/26

Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce and Ellsworth public officials celebrated a ribbon cutting to mark the completion of the East End Reconstruction Project on Thursday, Oct. 22.

East End opens its streets to new era

ELLSWORTH – The Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce, village officials, business owners and community members marked the completion of the East End Reconstruction Project with a ribbon cutting … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 10/28/26

River Falls City Council Chambers was packed Oct. 13 when the council discussed a data center moratorium on its agenda.

RF Council floats idea of data center moratorium

RIVER FALLS — A packed house at the Oct. 13 River Falls City Council meeting urged the city to pass a moratorium on data centers and to take precautions to ensure a safe Election Day on Nov. 3. … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/21/26

The Martell Town Hall, like other polling places, will be open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3 for Election Day.

The importance of poll workers to the election process

TOWN OF MARTELL – “Having been a poll worker for 10 years and now running the election, I have found that a lot of people do not have a strong understanding of what poll workers do to protect our … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 10/21/26

Trustee Matt Huepfel was reinstated to his committee assignments at the October Spring Valley Village Board meeting.

Glade Ave. bridge leads discussion again during budget conversation

SPRING VALLEY — The village is back to pondering Glade Avenue bridge plans after having preliminary budget discussions during the Oct. 7 Spring Valley Village Board meeting. The finance … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/14/26

The River Falls Town Hall, located at W9015 770th Ave., is closed due to safety issues with the floor. Built in 1901 as Randall School, it stands sentinel at the corner of Highway 65 and 770th between River Falls and Beldenville.

River Falls Town Hall closed for unsafe floor

TOWN OF RIVER FALLS – After an emergency River Falls Town Board meeting Oct. 7, the board voted to close the 125-year-old town hall effective Oct. 8, 2026 due to an unsafe floor. A notice … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 10/14/26

A rendition of the proposed multi-use property at 216 N. Broad St. in Prescott, proposed by Megan Langer of Prescott Lodging LLC.

‘The Collective’ proposed for 216 Broad St.

PRESCOTT – The Prescott Plan Commission Oct. 5 voted to recommend a site plan to the city council for Megan Langer’s newest project, The Collective. Langer, of Prescott Lodging LLC, … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 10/14/26