September 9, 2022

Beloit Report


City Council Requests Public Feedback for next City Manager


The Beloit City Council is inviting the community to attend several meetings to gather feedback and input on the qualities and background necessary for the next City Manager.


The City Council is working with Baker Tilly, a public sector executive search firm, to hold the following public meetings:

  • September 9, 2022, 3:30 p.m., Beloit Public Library, 605 Eclipse Blvd.
  • September 10, 2022, 10 a.m., Merrill Community Center, 1428 Wisconsin Ave.
  • September 10, 2022, 2 p.m., Hackett Elementary School, 625 Eighth St.


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WIS 81 Corridor Study Public Information Meetings Planned for September


The Stateline Area Transportation Study (SLATS) and the City of Beloit are conducting a corridor study of Wisconsin Highway 81 (WIS 81). This study extends from WIS 213 (Madison Road) to Milwaukee Road and includes portions of Liberty Avenue, Fourth Street, Portland Avenue and White Avenue. 


The study will evaluate traffic operations, traffic safety, and recommend solutions to address current and anticipated corridor deficiencies. There is no construction project associated with this study or its recommendations at this time, although separately from this study, improvements are being planned for the Liberty Avenue/Madison Road intersection by WisDOT


There is a Public Information Meeting (PIM) on September 13, 2022 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. to provide an overview of the corridor study, focusing on the WIS 81 corridor west of the Rock River. A separate meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2022 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 that will focus on the corridor east of the Rock River. Both meetings will be at the Beloit Public Library

 

If you are unable to attend but have questions or comments, please contact the SLATS office at 100 State Street, Beloit, WI 53511, e-mail: neet@beloitwi.gov, phone: (608) 364-6702. 

City of Beloit Celebrates USS Beloit Christening

Thank you to the crew of the USS Beloit for celebrating with us!

The Beloit community celebrated the christening and launch of the USS Beloit on Tuesday, September 7, at ABC Supply Stadium. Special thanks go out to Beloit SkyCarp, VetsRoll, and the crew of the USS Beloit for making this a momentous occasion.

 

View more photos here

Splash Pads to Close Monday, September 12.


This is the last weekend splash pads will be open for the season. The summer splash pads will be closed for the season starting Monday, September 12, 2022.


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September Rock County Impaired Driving Enforcement


Law enforcement officers from several Rock County agencies will be looking to prevent impaired driving. Rock County Impaired Driving Enforcement Task Force is deploying on the following days:

                                

  • September 16-17
  • September 23-24


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Fall 2022 Terrace Tree Planting Requests


The City of Beloit Public Works Department is currently accepting requests from residents for terrace trees to be planted this fall.

 

The terrace tree species selection will be determined by the city forestry supervisor while taking into account the size of the terrace, presence of utilities and exotic invasive insects.  Trees will be planted on a first-come, first-served basis, limited supply available. Forestry will accept requests through Friday, September 30, 2022. 

 

To be placed on the list, please call (608) 364-2929.


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Fall 2022 Yard Waste Dates


Monthly curbside collection of yard waste takes place on the following dates on your regular trash and recycling day in September and October.


  • September 12-15
  • October 10-13


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Calling for Volunteers!
We are looking for a few volunteers to serve on our City Boards, Committees, and Commissions. Learn about our current vacancies and download the application on the city's website. Have questions? Contact Brandi Liantonio at liantoniob@beloitwi.gov or call 608-364-6614.

City Meetings

All public meeting agendas and minutes are posted online at www.beloitwi.gov.


  • Mon, Sep 12, 4:30 p.m. Appointment Review Committee
  • Tue, Sep 13, 4:00 p.m., Alcohol, Beverage License Control Committee
  • Tue, Sep 13, 5:30 p.m., WI 81 Corridor Study
  • Tue, Sep 13, 7:00 p.m., Board of Appeals
  • Wed, Sep 14, 6:30 p.m., Park, Recreation and Conservation Advisory Commission
We're Hiring
The City of Beloit is hiring for various positions. Job openings and applications can be found online at www.beloitwi.gov. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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