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City Employees - EAP Connection & Health Newsletters

The January, 2021 EAP Connection and Health Newsletters have been published. These free resources are provided by ERC, our Employee Assistance Program, and Ascension Employer Solutions.

Help Wanted at K.B. Willett Ice Arena

The City of Stevens Point is accepting applications for Seasonal Building Supervisor and Seasonal Skating Instructor at the K.B. Willett Ice Arena. Apply by 4:00 pm on February 1, 20021.

Voting by Absentee Ballot

Any qualified elector who is unable or unwilling to appear at the polling place on Election Day may submit a request to vote an absentee ballot to their municipal clerk.

A qualified elector is any U.S. citizen, who will be 18 years of age or older on Election Day, who has resided in the ward or municipality where he or she wishes to vote for at least 28 consecutive days before the election.

The elector must also be registe...

January 12 Police & Fire Commission Video Online, on TV, & on Radio

The January 12 Police & Fire Commission Meeting video is online. It will play on Community TV (Spectrum channel 984) & on WSNP-LP radio, 105.9 FM, Wednesday, January 13 at 5 & 10 pm, and Thursday, January 14 at 7:30 am.

Become a Bicycle Friendly Business

The Bicycle Friendly Businesses Program is based on the belief that bikes are good for businesses, employees, and the community. Applicants receive feedback to help them become more bike-friendly. Deadline for Spring 2021 applications is February 11.

Becoming a Bicycle Friendly Businesses benefits your bottom line while also enhancing quality of life in your community. 

BFBs are recognized for their efforts through an award system based on four essential elements to being bicycle frie...

Aspirus Health signs agreement to acquire Ascension care sites in north/central Wisconsin

Aspirus Health and Ascension have signed an agreement to transfer from Ascension to Aspirus ownership of seven hospitals, 21 physician clinics, and air and ground medical transport services located in north and central Wisconsin.

January 11 Committee Meeting Videos Online, on TV, & on Radio

The January 11 City Committee meeting videos are online. They will play on Community TV channel 984 (Charter/Spectrum) and on 105.9 FM radio WSNP-LP Tuesday, January 12 at 5:00 & 10:00 pm, & Wednesday, January 13 at 7:30 am.

Iverson Park Winter Sports Area OPEN

The Iverson Park Winter Sports Area will OPEN Friday, January 1. The facilities will close if temperature is below -15 degrees. Toboggan runs are closed this season due to COVID safety protocols. (This status is subject to change without notice.)

Christmas Tree Safety Video

Christmas trees can be safely enjoyed with a little routine care. Check out our video for tree tips & a live burn demonstration comparing a watered tree and a dry tree. Remember to water your tree & dispose of it as soon as possible after the festivities!

City Employees - 2021 Wellness Program Flyer Available

The 2021 City of Stevens Point Wellness Program is an opportunity for employees on the City’s high deductible health insurance plan to earn Health Savings Account dollars by completing simple objectives. All details are available in the flyer.

Consider Serving on the Housing Authority Advisory Board

We have a vacancy on the Housing Authority Advisory Board, which oversees the Housing Authority, which provides quality, affordable, and safe housing to low and moderate-income individuals and families in Stevens Point.

Business 51 Project – Public Survey #1 Summary

Are you interested in how your community responded to the first public survey from earlier this fall? Check out the project website for a summary of your community’s thoughts on the Business 51 corridor.

Business 51 Project – Traffic Week: Road Diet Myths

People are concerned that reducing the number of lanes on Business 51 will result in traffic problems. Actually, road diets typically result in only minor increases in travel delay during peak periods, barely perceptible to the average road user.

Road diets also improve traffic flow and safety by removing turning vehicles from the through lanes.

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Stevens Point Named Silver-Level Bicycle Friendly Community

The City of Stevens Point has been designated a “Silver-Level” Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists. Stevens Point has been a Bicycle Friendly Community since 2016, and is the only Silver-Level community in Central Wisconsin.

The Silver-Level status is an update from the City’s former Bronze-Level designation. This designation honors the efforts of the City of Stevens Point has taken to creating transportation and recreational resources that benefit its residents of all ages a...

Notice of April 6, 2021 Spring Election

An election for City offices will be held in the City of Stevens Point on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. The term for alderpersons is 2 years & begins on April 20, 2021. The term for City Clerk, Comptroller/Treasurer, & City Attorney is 4 years and begins May 1.

Offices to be elected, the incumbents, and their terms are:

• Alderperson, First District - Tori Jennings 04/20/2021 - 04/17/2023
• Alderperson, Third District - Cindy Nebel 04/20/2021 - 04/17/2023
• Alderperson, Fifth District - Meleesa Johnson 04/20/2021 - 04/17...