Local News in Dane County

City of Sun Prairie Receives 2026 Dane County Climate Champion Award

For a sixth year in a row, the City of Sun Prairie has been recognized as a Climate Champion.

City of Sun Prairie to End Flock Safety Contracts

The Sun Prairie Police Department announced that the City will not renew its existing contracts with Flock Safety. Six current Flock cameras are scheduled to expire on December 31, 2026, with the remaining three cameras expiring on March 31, 2027.

Election 2026

Forestry Fee Proposal

The City of Fitchburg is considering a Forestry Fee as part of the proposed 2027 budget to help fund forestry operations and support the long-term care of the City's urban forest.

Fall Leaf Pickup Begins Oct 5

It's officially fall! While we're not seeing much for leaves yet, our Public Works crews are getting the leaf vacuum trucks ready for another season of leaf collection.

Mayor's Proposed 2027 Budget

The Mayor's Proposed 2027 Budget is now available for viewing.

City of Sun Prairie Joins National Housing Supply Accelerator Program

The City of Sun Prairie is one of 16 communities across the country selected to participate in the Housing Supply Accelerator Challenge.

Proposed Funding Solutions Survey Results are In

During the November 4 City Council meeting, the City of Sun Prairie reviewed the results of a community survey distributed to every City residence in September 2025.

City of Sun Prairie Places Referendum Question on April Ballot

City Council voted Tuesday to place a referendum on the 4/7/2026 ballot. Voters will be asked to decide whether they support a $3.95 million increase in the City’s annual property tax levy to maintain existing services and programs the community enjoys.

City of Sun Prairie Receives $96K Carbon Reduction Program Grant

Sun Prairie has received $96,000 through the WisDOT Carbon Reduction Program, a new federal program providing funding for projects that reduce transportation emissions. Funds will be used for Sun Prairie Fire Department Emission Mitigation Project.

City of Sun Prairie Hires Jon Landsverk to Serve as Public Works Director

The City of Sun Prairie is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon Landsverk as its next Public Works Director.

Project Home Selected to Administer Sun Prairie Home Repair Loan Program

Through this initiative, Project Home will provide essential home repair services, health and safety updates, and accessibility modifications tailored specifically for eligible Sun Prairie homeowners.