The City of Fort Atkinson has announced that it is accepting applications from high-growth startups and emerging growth companies for the Capital Catalyst Revolving Loan Fund (CCRLF). Money within the CCRLF will be used to help stimulate the city’s economy, information released by the city states. According to the...
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Fort PD: Hefty named crisis team intervention officer of the year; Sachse promoted to captain
The Fort Atkinson Police Department has announced that School Resource Officer Daniel Hefty has been named Jefferson County Crisis Intervention Team Officer of the Year. He was presented with the award Tuesday at the Fort Atkinson City Council meeting by a representative of the Jefferson County Human Services. The award...
Robert Street bridge deck replacement set for this summer
By Chris Spangler Fort Atkinson’s Robert Street bridge will be closed for three months this summer to undergo a total deck replacement. City engineer Andy Selle outlined the project when the Fort Atkinson City Council met in regular session Tuesday evening. “In practical terms, we will be removing everything we...
Plan Commission Oks downtown cell tower; delays ‘Cloute Hill’ tower decision
By Chris Spangler The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission has approved installing wireless communication equipment atop a downtown senior residence, but has held off on giving the go-ahead for a cellular tower in a residential neighborhood on the city’s north side. US Cellular LLC requested a conditional-use permit to place a...
City begins process modifying comprehensive plan, official map
By Kim McDarison The Fort Atkinson City Council has begun a process to adopt amendments to the city’s comprehensive plan, official map, and code regarding land division and development. During Tuesday’s city council meeting, City Engineer Andy Selle brought before council a resolution establishing public participation procedures for the amendment...