City Meetings This Week: Budget, Development, Parks, and Community Projects
Monday, October 12
The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss updates involving the former Weinbrenner property, improvements to the Columbia Park Bandshell, the Stierle Bird Exhibit, Native American burial grounds in Marshfield, and a draft ordinance.
The Marshfield Utilities Commission will receive an update on the Southside PFAS removal facility and water testing results, begin reviewing capital and operating budgets, and discuss commission governance.
The Plan Commission will hold a special meeting and public hearing regarding a request to waive right-of-way dedication requirements along North Peach Avenue and East Ives Street near the Boys & Girls Club property.
The Central Wisconsin State Fair Executive Board will discuss food and merchandise contracts.
Tuesday, October 13
The Community Development Authority will hold a public hearing on proposed revisions to its five-year capital improvement plan for public housing. Topics include funding, improvements to housing properties and proposed rehabilitation and redevelopment activities at Parkview Apartments.
The Common Council will hold its first special budget meeting at 5 p.m. to begin reviewing the recommended 2027 City budget. Discussions will include department budgets, public safety, public works, parks, economic development and funding requests.
During its regular meeting at 7 p.m., the Common Council will consider a proposed camping ordinance, a Marshfield Utilities electric generation project, the future of the Wenzel Family Plaza restroom project, public comment procedures and a potential City-wide staffing study.
Wednesday, October 14
The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Committee will discuss public vending services, a proposed Free Little Art Gallery at Wildwood Park & Zoo, a graffiti wall and improvements to the Wildwood Park Upper Pond playground and shelter.
Thursday, October 15
The Everett Roehl Marshfield Public Library Board will consider proposed reductions to its 2027 budget and review policies involving moving expenses and succession planning.
Stay Informed
Residents are encouraged to review meeting agendas and supporting materials through the Meetings Calendar at cityofmarshfieldwi.gov. Select public meetings are also available live or on demand through Marshfield Broadcasting.
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Make a plan to vote! Visit MyVote.wi.gov to check your voter registration, find your polling place, see what's on your ballot, and learn about your voting options before Election Day.
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Free Fall Prevention Resource Fair Planned for October 29
The Marshfield Fire Department is partnering with local organizations to offer a free Prevent Falls Resource Fair from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, October 29, at the Second Street Community Center, 211 E. Second St.
The event will provide information about getting up after a fall, medications and falls, community resources and other fall-prevention topics. Free vision, hearing, balance and blood pressure screenings will be available, along with assistive device checks.
No advance registration is required. Visit ADRC-CW.org/events/falls for more information.
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Upcoming Parks & Recreation Programs and Activities
Marshfield Parks & Recreation has several activities coming up this fall, including zoo tours, youth sports, arts and crafts, pickleball, and a holiday bus trip.
Spooky Zoo Tours – October 15 & 22
Explore Wildwood Zoo after hours with a zookeeper, including a visit inside the bear dens, blood popsicles with predators, and a mystery animal encounter. Tours run from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. for ages 10 and older. Cost is $20 per person.
Tumbling – October 17 through November 21
Saturday classes include Tiny Tumblers for ages 2–3 from 10:00 to 10:50 a.m. and Beginner Tumblers for ages 4–5 from 11:00 to 11:50 a.m. Cost is $28 for residents and $42 for non-residents.
Sporty Sampler – October 25 through November 29
Sunday classes introduce young children to sports and physical activity. Little Learners, ages 3–4, meet from 5:30 to 6:10 p.m., and Sports Explorers, ages 5–7, meet from 6:15 to 7:00 p.m. Cost is $28 for residents and $42 for non-residents.
One-Day Art Projects – October 24, November 7 & 14
Children ages 4 through fourth grade can participate in canvas painting on October 24 and November 14, or tie-dye on November 7. Classes are held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Second Street Community Center. A parent is required for children ages 4 and 5, and an adult helper is required for children ages 7 and younger participating in tie-dye. For tie-dye, participants must bring two white, 100% cotton T-shirts. Cost is $15 for residents and $22.50 for non-residents.
Pickleball 101 – November 8
Learn the basics of pickleball or improve your skills at the Oak Avenue Community Center from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Open to ages 12 and older. Cost is $15 for residents and $22.50 for non-residents.
Fireside Theatre Bus Trip – December 16
Adults ages 50 and older can enjoy A Christmas Story: The Musical at the Fireside Theatre. The $125 cost includes transportation, a meal, and the performance. The bus departs from the Oak Avenue Community Center at 7:30 a.m. and returns around 7:00 p.m. Registration closes November 13.
Registration and Information
Register through Marshfield Parks & Recreation or contact the office at 715-384-4642 or parkrec@cityofmarshfieldwi.gov. The office is located at 211 E. Second Street.
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Trail Maintenance Scheduled This Week
The City of Marshfield will be conducting trail maintenance in three areas this week. Crews will be routing and sealing cracks to help maintain trail surfaces and prevent further deterioration.
Maintenance will take place at the following locations.
- Hewitt Trail: Veterans Avenue to Stadt Road
- Prairie Run Trail
- Hamus Park Trail
Trails will be temporarily closed only while crews are working in each area. Trails will reopen once work is completed.
The City appreciates the public's patience while this maintenance is underway.
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Senior Center Activities This Week: October 12–16
The Marshfield Senior Community Center offers a variety of activities this week at the 2nd Street Community Center, 211 E. 2nd Street. Adults ages 50 and older, along with their spouses, are welcome to participate.
Monday, October 12: Balance, Cardio and Core classes begin at 8:15 a.m., followed by Men's Pool League from 9 a.m. to noon, Brush Up Bridge at 9:30 a.m., and afternoon cards and Cards-N-Dice at 1 p.m.
Tuesday, October 13: Exercise at 9 a.m., Hand & Foot at 10 a.m., Ladies' Pool at 10 a.m., Tai Chi at 10:15 a.m., and Bingo at 1 p.m.
Wednesday, October 14:
Balance, Cardio and Core classes begin at 8:15 a.m., Dominoes at 9:30 a.m., Duplicate Bridge at 12:30 p.m., and Sheepshead at 1 p.m.
Thursday, October 15: Exercise at 9 a.m., Tai Chi at 10:15 a.m., Cribbage at 11:30 a.m., Craft Tyme at 12:30 p.m., Drop-In Cards at 1 p.m., and Ukulele Too at 1:30 p.m. There will be no ADRC meal service on Thursday.
Friday, October 16: Balance, Cardio and Core classes begin at 8:15 a.m., Ukulele at 10:30 a.m., and Smear at 1 p.m.
ADRC meals are scheduled at 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, except Thursday, October 15.
For more information about Senior Center activities, call 715-486-2055.
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Wildwood Park & Zoo Invites Community to Name Two New Cougar Cubs
Wildwood Park & Zoo and the Marshfield Parks & Recreation Department are inviting the community to help name the zoo's two newest residents, two adorable cougar cubs!
Community members can vote for their favorite names at vote.wildwoodzoosociety.com. Voting is free, with one vote allowed per person each day. Participants can also purchase optional bonus votes, with proceeds supporting the Wildwood Park Zoological Society and its efforts to support the zoo.
Voting closes Monday, October 19, at 11:59 p.m.
Everyone is encouraged to join in the fun, cast their votes, and help give these two new additions names that will stay with them for years to come!
For more information about Wildwood Park & Zoo, visit www.marshfieldwi.gov
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2027 Wildwood Zoo Calendar Pre-Orders
Support the Wildwood Zoological Society by pre-ordering a 2027 Wildwood Park & Zoo calendar. Calendars are $10 each and feature animals from the zoo throughout the year.
Use the QR code to place your pre-order on the poster
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Families Encouraged to Participate in Drug Take-Back Event on October 24
On Saturday, October 24, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and Wisconsin Department of Justice are sponsoring a prescription drug take-back event throughout Wisconsin. Take-back events provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of medications. Remember never to flush or drain unused/expired prescription medications. These substances can contaminate our water supply if not disposed of properly. Parents/guardians, grandparents, and other adults who spend time with youth are especially encouraged to participate in an effort to prevent prescription drugs from being taken and misused.
Local law enforcement, in collaboration with IMPACT Wood County and Marshfield Area Coalition for Youth (MACY), are participating in events on Saturday, October 24th at the following locations in Marshfield.
- Marshfield City Hall (10 am-2 pm)
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