By Chris SpanglerPlans to add a new gymnasium onto St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran School are moving forward.The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission on Tuesday approved a site plan for building a 12,140-square-foot gymnasium on the Bluff Street school’s southeast side.The project — which St. Paul’s representative Gary Strom said will carry...
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Eagle Scout slates kayak launch in Fort
By Chris Spangler The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission has advanced installation of a kayak launch alongside the Rock River municipal boat ramp at the end of Mechanic Street.The commission unanimously voted to recommend that the city council approve a request for a public monument review for the kayak launch on...
City eyes $22.9 million DPW building improvement; groundbreaking anticipated in 2024
By Ryan Whisner A recommendation has been made to the Fort Atkinson City Council to renovate the existing site of the Department of Public Works facilities starting in 2024.Located at 700 James Place, the existing facilities include a mix of new and old buildings totaling about 39,000 square feet, with some...
Fort City Council holds budget presentation, hearing; 13.54% tax levy increase anticipated
By Ryan WhisnerNo residents commented directly Tuesday on the proposed City of Fort Atkinson 2023 budget.A public hearing, offering residents an opportunity to ask questions about the budget, was held in conjunction with council's regularly scheduled meeting. The council is slated to vote on the budget at its Tuesday, Nov. 15,...
Fort plan panel Oks revised site plan for Badger Shops
By Chris SpanglerThe Fort Atkinson Plan Commission on Tuesday approved a revised site plan for the Badger Shops in the Robert L. Klement Business Park on the city’s south side.The property in question, Lot 11, is located at the corner of Mielke Drive and Commerce Parkway.The panel had given the...