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Aug 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City Of Rice Lake Common Council Meeting Agenda
The meeting agenda covers a variety of administrative and policy items, including discussion of the 2027 unfunded priorities, the second reading of an ordinance regarding the parking of various vehicles, authorization for an urban forestry grant application, and the addition of a second K9 team. There is a public hearing scheduled regarding a proposed text amendment. Additionally, the agenda includes a closed session to discuss negotiating strategies for the successor working agreement with the Rice Lake Professional Police Association. The document also incorporates reports on items such as goat grazing permit ordinances and general department operations.
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The board heard a presentation regarding Girls Youth Fastpitch programs and approved the installation of new batting cages at Tate Park, contingent on a written agreement for ownership and maintenance. The board also officially recognized the Rice Lake CF Soccer Club as a city association, granting them use of the Moon Lake soccer fields. Additionally, the board approved an amendment to the city’s Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan to include the future addition of a Bocce Ball court at Shudlick Park. Various operational updates were provided concerning park equipment upgrades, tree removal along right-of-way zones, upcoming road construction projects, current status of floating dock RFP outreach, and the scheduled opening of park facilities and cemetery maintenance.
Mar 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Parks, Recreation and Cemeteries Board Meeting
The board discussed a proposal for a Bocce Ball court and received presentations from youth sports organizations regarding spring and summer league operations, field usage, and planned upgrades. Department reports included options for improving lighting at Clanton Field, the early opening of park bathrooms, the receipt of the Tree City award for the 35th year, and updates on fundraising efforts for the upcoming archery park.
Feb 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Parks, Recreation and Cemeteries Board Meeting
The board discussed several operational and administrative topics, including a school district shared agreement and updates to the city associations agreement which now incorporates requirements for scholarships, attendance reporting, and revenue contributions. New initiatives were reviewed, such as an Adopt-a-Park program, a Parks Instructor interest form to encourage community volunteering, and the potential establishment of a 501c3 entity to support future park projects and funding. Reports included a donation for a new bike repair station, vandalism concerns on public trails, updates on municipal pool usage, progress on the Knowles-Nelson grant, plans for lighting upgrades, potential park improvements, and the initiation of GIS mapping for community tree inventory to manage the impact of the Emerald Ash borer.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
