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Help Wanted - Pool Cashiers

The Donald Copps Pool & Waterslide Cashier is responsible for the daily operation of the pool's daily cash receipts, cash register operations, & all financial reports & general bookkeeping. Cashier must meet & serve patrons cheerfully & professionally.

Poll Workers Needed

The City of Stevens Point is looking for Poll Workers for the 2020-2021 election cycle. Poll Workers need to be US citizens, residents of Portage County, have no felony convictions, and pass a police background check. Poll Workers and are paid $11/hour.

• Elections will be held in February, April, August and November of 2020, and February and April of 2021. 
• New poll workers will be trained in their duties, and there is additional training prior to every election for those individuals working. &...

City Employees - Deferred Compensation Enrollment

Kerryl Johnson, the Deferred Compensation Representative will be here to conduct the semi-annual enrollment and review of the Nationwide Deferred Compensation Program for the City of Stevens Point employees.

Deferred Compensation is a method which allows you to set aside a portion of your gross salary to a maximum of $19,000 for those under age 50, with an additional catch-up for those over age 50 of $6,000 to a maximum of $25,000.  Three years prior...

Consider Serving on Bicycle / Pedestrian Street Safety Committee

We have a vacancy for an Alternate member on our Bicycle / Pedestrian Street Safety Committee, which ensures that bicycle & pedestrian projects in
the City are consistent with the Countywide Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan. City residents, apply if interested.

Community Stadium in Goerke Park Closed

Due to track reconstruction, Community Stadium in Goerke Park will be closed for approximately one month beginning June 13. All gates will be locked. Please stay off the field and out of the stadium.

Summer Transit Program - Youth Ride the City Bus Free

Central Transportation offers a Youth Ride Free program June 11 - August 30. Youth age 18 & under can ride the bus free! Enjoy safe transportation on air-conditioned buses anywhere on our regular routes. Excludes day care, school, and group field trips.

Summer Transit Program - Youth Ride the City Bus Free

Central Transportation offers a Youth Ride Free program June 11 - August 30. Youth age 18 & under can ride the bus free! Enjoy safe transportation on air-conditioned buses anywhere on our regular routes. Excludes day care, school, and group field trips.

July 4 (Week of July 2-8) Garbage & Recycling Schedule

There will be no garbage or recycling collection on Thursday, July 4. Thursday's garbage & recycling route #6 will be collected Friday, July 5. Friday's garbage & recycling route #7 will be collected on Monday, July 8. The drop-off will be closed July 4.

July 4 (Week of July 2-8) Garbage & Recycling Schedule

There will be no garbage or recycling collection on Thursday, July 4. Thursday's garbage & recycling route #6 will be collected Friday, July 5. Friday's garbage & recycling route #7 will be collected on Monday, July 8. The drop-off will be closed July 4.

City of Stevens Point Treating Publice Ash Street Trees

The City will treat approx. 300 ash trees beginning Monday, June 10. City staff & Trugreen will make the treatments on public street trees, typically between the street & sidewalk, and a few in parks & other city-owned lots. Most trees will be injected.

The ash tree treatments are for the prevention of emerald ash borer (EAB), which can be found throughout Stevens Point.  

Any ash trees not chemically treated for the prevention of EAB will be infested by the insect and ultimately killed in the ne...

Consider Serving on Deer Management Committee

We have vacancies on our Deer Management Committee, which works with local pantries, the DNR & the Police Dept., assessing/recommending options for deer herd management within the City. Typically meets 4-6 times/year. City residents, apply if interested.

City Employees - EAP Connection & Health Newsletters

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

Community Conversation on Downtown, May 23

On May 23, in the MSTC Community Engagement Rm., an open house focused on the Downtown so the public could participate in the Asset & Opportunity Analysis, ask questions, & get the latest on the planning process.

After soliciting community input during a visioning and listening session on January 17, the Redevelopment Authority and our consultants have developed a series of draft recommendations and design concepts based on detailed study of each Target Area.

After...

Help Wanted - TV Production Assistant (Videographer)

Takes part in all aspects of producing Government Access Television programs including, but not limited to, live and/or videotaped coverage of government meetings. MUST be able to work the third Monday of each month starting at approximately 5:30 p.m.

Fourth Ave. Closed at Pulaski Beginning June 4

The intersection of Fourth Ave. and Pulaski Place is expected to close Tuesday, June 4, for approximately 3 weeks, with a signed detour, as crews install new underground utilities. Dates are subject to change due to weather and other adverse conditions.

After the installation of utilities, the intersection will open to traffic and the detour will be removed.

This closure may be extended in the event adverse field conditions are encountered, or adverse weather delays the construction process.

The 2019 North...

Fourth Ave. Closed at Pulaski Beginning June 4

The intersection of Fourth Ave. and Pulaski Place is expected to close Tuesday, June 4, for approximately 3 weeks, with a signed detour, as crews install new underground utilities. Dates are subject to change due to weather and other adverse conditions.

After the installation of utilities, the intersection will open to traffic and the detour will be removed.

This closure may be extended in the event adverse field conditions are encountered, or adverse weather delays the construction process.

The 2019 North...

Tickets to Fun Available at the Parks & Rec Center

We can offer you great savings on tickets to Noah's Ark, Mount Olympus, Great America, and the Milwaukee Zoo. We accept cash, checks, and credit or debit cards. Save 16-49% over gate prices!

Help Wanted: Seasonal Engineering Aide

Primary duties include construction & design surveying, construction inspection and marking utility locations. Additionally, employee may assist with other engineering activities. Adheres to and operates within safety policies and practices. $14.56/Hour.

Goerke Tennis & Pickleball Courts OPEN

The Goerke Park tennis and pickleball courts are open for use. MEAD Park courts are NOT open. (Subject to change without notice because of changes in conditions.)