City Council Meeting - March 23, 2026

The City Council meeting of Stevens Point on March 23, 2026, focused on several procurement and development-related matters. Key discussions included approval of a grant for the purchase of property at 2854 Church Street to operate a homeless shelter, with minor contract language changes approved to allow staff to execute the agreement. The council also approved easement agreements with Wisconsin Public Service Corporation related to a DOT project. Significant attention was given to the recommendation to sell city-owned properties along Water Street and the approval of a developer's agreement with Ark Central for a project in Tax Incremental District 10. The council debated concerns about developer experience, project feasibility, and protections for the city if projects do not proceed, ultimately approving motions with amendments to clarify that the city cannot be compelled to sell land without further approvals. Additionally, ordinance changes related to park usage and synthetic turf regulations were approved. The meeting concluded with the introduction of the new police chief.