Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Kevin Westhuis’s organization
Sep 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
River Falls Common Council Meeting
The council meeting addressed several operational and regulatory items. The council reviewed and approved the payment of bills, including a progress payment for the new fire station. Public comment sessions covered concerns regarding the use of Flock cameras, specifically related to potential misuse and privacy, questions about boundaries within the Business Improvement District, and community concerns regarding PFAS in consumer products. Additionally, the council held a public hearing for the first reading of an ordinance amending zoning regulations to update driveway width standards, aiming to accommodate three-car garages while addressing stormwater and aesthetic considerations.
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River Falls Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Advisory Board Meeting
The board meeting included public comments regarding local baseball achievements and the ongoing operation of the community's hydroelectric power assets. The board discussed and approved the installation of 'sun boxes' as part of a service project at designated parks. Additionally, the board deliberated on the removal of the existing skate park at Hoffman Park due to significant deterioration and safety defects, while discussing the community's need for a modern, reliable skate facility in the future.
Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
River Falls City Council Workshop
The council workshop focused on the presentation and discussion of the city's five-year financial plan and capital investment plan for 2027-2031. Key topics included the methodology and assumptions behind the financial planning, the importance of maintaining a balanced budget, and the role of tax revenue growth in funding operations and capital improvements. Staff discussed pain points such as salary growth, rising social payment costs, and the management of health insurance premiums. The council reviewed debt service obligations and the projected tax collection distribution.
Aug 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City of River Falls Common Council Common Council Meeting
The council meeting included several public comment sessions covering diverse topics. Community members expressed concerns regarding the use of Flock Safety surveillance cameras, questioning data privacy, effectiveness, and costs, while others addressed the future of the river corridor, specifically regarding dam removal and electric utility resources. Additional public input focused on the need for ethical AI policies, a moratorium on data centers, and the development of strategies to address low-cost housing and homelessness. Finally, the council held a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the fence ordinance, specifically considering the removal of three-foot setback and landscaping requirements.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
