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City Seeks Proposals for Strategic Plan

The City of Stevens Point is seeking proposals from qualified firms or teams of firms with the appropriate expertise and experience to serve as a consultant to coordinate the development of a strategic plan for the City.

The Plan will be the primary vision-setting and policy-directing strategy to lead the ongoing evolution of Stevens Point for the next several years. 

The Plan should include measurable objectives to help improve the City’s responsiveness...

City Seeks Proposals for Strategic Plan

The City of Stevens Point is seeking proposals from qualified firms or teams of firms with the appropriate expertise and experience to serve as a consultant to coordinate the development of a strategic plan for the City.

The Plan will be the primary vision-setting and policy-directing strategy to lead the ongoing evolution of Stevens Point for the next several years. 

The Plan should include measurable objectives to help improve the City’s responsiveness to the pu...

Help Wanted: Full-Time Administrative Assistant - Streets

Receptionist & clerical support to the Superintendents relating to solid waste, recycling, snow removal, street maintenance, vehicle maintenance & other departmental responsibilities. See job listing for more information. Apply by 4/5/19.

Candidates Forums on TV, Website, YouTube

Candidates Forums hosted by the League of Women Voters and the Portage County Business Council will play on Community TV Channel 984, and are available to view on the City's Website and YouTube channel.

Candidates Forums on TV, Website, YouTube

Candidates Forums hosted by the League of Women Voters and the Portage County Business Council will play on Community TV Channel 984, and are available to view on the City's Website and YouTube channel.

Absentee Voting March 27 at Brookdale Senior Living

Absentee Voting will be administered at Brookdale Senior Living, 5625 Sandpiper Drive, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, March 27, 2019.

Special Voting Deputies appointed by the City of Stevens Point will be administering absentee voting for the residents of this facility for the upcoming election at the above time and place.

Any qualified elector who is unable or unwilling to appear at the...

March 19 County Board Meeting Video Online, on TV, & on Radio

The March 19 County Board Meeting video is online. It will play on Community TV (Spectrum channel 984) & on WSNP-LP radio, 105.9 FM, Wednesday, March 20 at 5 & 10 pm, and Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 am.

Absentee Voting March 25 at Brookdale Senior Living

Absentee Voting will be administered at Brookdale Senior Living, 5625 Sandpiper Drive, at 10:00 A.M. on Monday, March 25, 2019.

Special Voting Deputies appointed by the City of Stevens Point will be administering absentee voting for the residents of this facility for the upcoming election at the above time and place.

Any qualified elector who is unable or unwilling to appear at the...

Help Wanted: Director of Parks, Recreation, Forestry

The City of Stevens Point is now taking applications for this Full-Time Director. Starting salary $86,112. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. First review of applications will take place on March 22, 2019.

Help Wanted: Full-Time Network Administrator

Setup, configure, maintain, monitor & troubleshoot infrastructure including servers, networking equipment, & services. See application for other duties. Applications accepted until the position is filled. Initial review of applications on March 22, 2019.

Help Wanted: Seasonal Neighborhood Improvement Monitor

Responsible for investigating & enforcing municipal ordinances relating to private property. The Neighborhood Improvement Monitor patrols the City mainly by foot or by bicycle to observe and inspect properties with violations. Apply by March 27.

March 18 City Council Meeting Video Online, on TV, & on Radio

The March 18 City Council Meeting video is online. It will play on Community TV (Spectrum channel 984) & on WSNP-LP radio, 105.9 FM, Tuesday, March 19 at 5 & 10 pm, and Wednesday, March 20 at 7:30 am.

Iverson and Goerke Winter Sports Areas CLOSED for the Season

Iverson and Goerke Winter Sports Areas are CLOSED for the Season. Thank you for a great year!

March 11 City Committee Videos Online, on TV, & on Radio

The March 11 City Committee videos are online. They will play on Community TV (Spectrum channel 984) & on WSNP-LP radio, 105.9 FM, Tuesday, March 12 at 5 & 10 pm, and Wednesday, March 13 at 7:30 am.

“Emerging Artists” Student Art Exhibit Opens March 15

The “Emerging Artists” Stevens Point area junior and senior high school art exhibit opens March 15 and runs until April 7 with an opening reception on March 17 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Riverfront Arts Center (RAC).

Absentee Voting & Sample Ballots for April 2 Election

Individuals who wish to vote early in the April 2 Election may vote in person March 13 - 29. Voters are reminded to bring proper photo identification. Voters may also submit a written request/application to have an absentee ballot sent to them.

Vote In Person

Voters have two options for voting absentee. The first option is to vote in person at the City Clerk’s Office in City Hall.

The Clerk's office at City Hall, 1515 Strongs Ave., will be open on the following dates and times for in-person absent...

City Employees - EAP Connection & Health Newsletters

The March, 2019 EAP Connection and Health Newsletters have been published. These free resources are provided by ERC, our Employee Assistance Program, and Ascension Employer Solutions.

Public Informational Meeting on Property Exchange Agreement

Portage Co. & the City of Stevens Point are exploring a tentative property exchange agreement to address current & future facility needs. A public input session will be held on March 28 at 7 pm at the Portage Co. Annex building in Conference Rooms 1 & 2.

Portage County and the City of Stevens Point are jointly exploring options for a tentative agreement on an in-kind property exchange to help resolve long-standing facility and development related issues. One of the options that the parties are exploring w...

Public Informational Meeting Regarding Property Exchange Agreement

Portage Co. & the City of Stevens Point are exploring a tentative property exchange agreement to address current & future facility needs. A public input session will be held on March 28 at 7 pm at the Portage Co. Annex building in Conference Rooms 1 & 2.

Portage County and the City of Stevens Point are jointly exploring options for a tentative agreement on an in-kind property exchange to help resolve long-standing facility and development related issues. One of the options that the parties are exploring w...

Help Wanted: Crossing Guards

Crossing Guards are responsible for the safety of school children going to & from school at an assigned location. Will work from 8:15 a.m to 8:45 a.m. and 3:35 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday when school is in session. Apply by 2/28/19.

Call for Artists: Peeps Art Exhibit

The Annette & Dale Schuh Riverfront Arts Center is seeking art submissions made with marshmallow Peeps. Entries are due April 9-10. $5 Fee per entry. Limit 2 entries per artist. Start collecting your "art supplies" now, but don't eat all of them!

City Employees - 2019 Health Risk Assessments

By completing the Health Risk Assessment Program (screening, health risk assessment questionnaire, and results review) employees on the City’s High Deductible Health Plan will earn points towards their 2019 HSA contribution.

Individual and Group Responses for Targeted Area Master Plans

A Community Conversation took place on January 17, 2019 to discuss the future of Stevens Point’s downtown and Division Street corridor. The conversation gave attendees the opportunity to have an interactive discussion on these two areas.

Help Wanted: Seasonal Full-Time Urban Forestry Landscaper

Performs a variety of tasks supporting the urban forestry program as a crew member or alone as required. Supervised by the City Forester, or on site by the City Arborist. Watering, weeding, mulching, pruning, fertilizing, mowing, trimming, etc.

Help Wanted: Seasonal Seasonal Park / Ball Diamond Maintenance

The Stevens Point Parks Dept. is taking applications for these seasonal positions. Starting pay $11-$11.64/hr. Perform general maintenance inside & outside in the parks, and prepare ball diamonds. Must have Wis. Driver's License & good driving record.