Beloit Report

September 11, 2025

Beloit City Council Meeting

6pm Monday, Sept. 15, 2025| 100 State St.

A few highlights from the City Council agenda:

• 3 proclamations:
• Hispanic Heritage Month
• 142nd anniversary of the Bethel A.M.E. Church in Beloit
• 35th Anniversary of Friends of Beckman Mill
• Operating agreement with Beloit Youth Hockey Association
• Development agreement for a potential warehouse and distribution facility at 1505 Gateway
• Parking changes on Park Avenue and Grand Avenue
• Creation of a Prairie Avenue Tax Increment District

Yard Waste Collection Is Next Week

The City of Beloit’s yard waste program offers monthly curbside collection from April through October. The next pickup is Sept. 15-18 on your regularly scheduled collection day. A $2 yard waste sticker for every bag, bin or bundle is required.

Fall Terrace Tree Planting Program Returns

The City of Beloit Public Works Department is now accepting requests for terrace tree planting this fall! Supplies are limited, and trees will be planted on a first-come, first-served basis. Requests are open through October 1, 2025.

Help Improve Biking and Walking in Beloit

The City of Beloit is conducting a Bicycle and Pedestrian Survey to gather community input on how to enhance non-motorized transportation options. Your feedback will help shape future improvements that make biking and walking safer, more accessible, and more enjoyable for everyone.

Whether you’re a daily cyclist, weekend walker, or simply interested in better connectivity, we encourage you to share your thoughts.

Survey Deadline: Sunday, September 21

What’s Next for the Beloit-Janesville Express?

Help shape the future of regional transit by taking a brief survey on the Beloit-Janesville Express (BJE). Beloit Transit System, Janesville Transit, and the Greater Beloit Economic Development Corporation are working together to evaluate and improve this vital transportation link.

Your input will help identify service gaps, prioritize improvements, and ensure better connections to jobs, education, healthcare, and more.

Survey deadline: Friday, September 12, 2025

Citywide Crack Sealing Project Begins September 15

The City of Beloit will begin its annual crack sealing project on Monday, September 15, as part of ongoing efforts to extend the life of local roadways and prevent weather-related damage. Work is expected to take 5–7 days, weather permitting.

Roads will remain open during this time, though minor delays, noise, and dust should be expected. Traffic flaggers will be present to ensure safety, and special accommodations are planned along Sixth Street to minimize disruptions near the high school.

Fall Festival in Downtown Beloit

Celebrate the season at our Fall Festival, one of Downtown Beloit’s most anticipated events of the year! As our second-largest fundraiser, the festival supports our historic downtown district— making your evening out an investment in the heart of our community.

Protect Wisconsin Waterways Clean-Up

Volunteers have uncovered everything from aluminum cans to bicycles and even televisions during past clean-up events. On September 20, communities across the Rock River region will once again come together to protect and restore local waterways, including at Riverside Park in Beloit!

Get Outside and Give Back This Fall!

Big Hill Park spans 193 acres and needs some TLC—and you can help! Join Welty Environmental Center’s fall workdays for hands-on activities like brush clearing, invasive plant removal, and trail maintenance. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or new to conservation, all ages are welcome (kids under 14 need an adult). Mark your calendars for Thursdays and select Sundays this fall, and help keep one of Beloit’s biggest parks beautiful.

Upcoming City Meetings

Monday, September 15, 2025

5:30pm Agenda Review/Council

Workshop

6pm City Council

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 

7pm Landmarks Commission

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

7am Municipal Golf Committee

6pm Municipal Library Board

5:30pm Plan Commission

Note: agendas may not be available yet for all meetings.

Job Openings

Administrative Assistant I (Part-Time)

Bus Driver

Chief of Police

Equipment Operator-Streets

General Fleet Mechanic

General Mechanic I or II

MPO Coordinator

Seasonal Grounds Maintenance I or II

Seasonal Rink Attendant (Cashier/Skateguard)

Seasonal Rink Supervisor

Seasonal Snow Removal Operator

Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Supervisor

The City of Beloit is an equal opportunity employer.