By Chris SpanglerThe Fort Atkinson Plan Commission has advanced construction of a 17-building complex in the Robert L. Klement Business Park on the city’s south side.Meeting April 26, the commission approved the site plan for the Badger Shops, a proposed development on Lot 11 of 17 contractor shops, each measuring...
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Fort Beautification Council proposes second downtown mural
By Kim McDarison Members of the Fort Atkinson City Council Thursday received a presentation given by Fort Atkinson Beautification Council President Jude Hartwick, outlining the group’s proposal for a second downtown public art mural. During the city council's regularly scheduled meeting, held Thursday to allow city staff an opportunity to...
Johnson, Schultz win seats on Fort council; voters approve public safety referendum
By Kim McDarison City of Fort Atkinson residents on Tuesday elected incumbent Bruce Johnson and challenger Eric Schultz to the Fort Atkinson City Council. Voters found the names of three candidates on the ballot, each of whom was vying for one of two open seats A third candidate, Ron Martin,...
FAO releases 2022 Fort Atkinson City Council Candidates Forum
The 2022 Fort Atkinson City Council Candidates forum has been released. The online-only YouTube-platform forum features independent interviews with three candidates running for two open at-large seats. Candidates serve two-year terms. This year, the names of incumbent Bruce Johnson, and two challengers, Ron Martin and Eric Schultz, will appear on...
Fort council honors Girl Scouts achieving Gold Award
By Chris Spangler The Fort Atkinson City Council on Tuesday recognized four Girl Scouts who have achieved the organization’s highest honor. Jessica Sharp, Elee Sharp, Makayla Krueger and Nevaeh Smith will be presented the Gold Award on April 9 by Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland Council. According to GirlScouts.org, “Seniors...