Common Council Meeting - April 20, 2026

The City of Stevens Point Common Council held a meeting on April 20, 2026, with a lengthy agenda including presentations and several procurement-related discussions. Key procurement activities included approval of contract awards for the 2026 Streets Improvements Michigan Underpass project to Switlick and Sons for approximately $2.65 million, the 2026 resurfacing of Hoover Road to American Asphalt of Wisconsin for about $792,765, and construction-related services for the north segment of Business 51 to MSA for $1.07 million. The council also approved amendments to the community development department's fee schedule, aiming to align fees with the cost of doing business and support future electronic permitting. Additionally, the council authorized going out for bids on a new city hall construction project at 1039 Ellis Street, with detailed presentations from the architect and city staff outlining the project scope, design, and timeline, emphasizing the need to replace aging facilities and maintain a budget under $15 million. Public hearings and discussions addressed special assessments for street improvement projects and zoning changes related to temporary housing facilities. Amendments were made to conditional use permits for the temporary housing facility to allow more operational flexibility. The council also discussed and deferred an ordinance amendment regarding planting height restrictions in public right-of-ways to allow further staff review. Several votes were taken to approve contracts, fee schedules, and zoning changes, with some motions passing unanimously. The meeting concluded with recognition of outgoing alderpersons and encouragement for continued community engagement and collaboration.