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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Appleton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Lead service line outreach and public education
The city is getting an extra $28,571 on top of its original $65,000 state grant to publicize the lead service line replacement program — flyers, postcards, social media — aimed at homeowners not yet in the program.
Vegetation Analysis and Mowing Reduction
A resolution supporting vegetation analysis and reduced mowing in parks was held rather than voted on, pending a recommendation from the city's sustainability advisory panel to the Parks and Recreation Committee.
Sustainability master plan community input
The Advisory Panel on Sustainability and Climate Resiliency is holding its first community input session on the sustainability master plan on August 27 at the Appleton Public Library. A vegetation survey of city-owned properties has been completed.
Library's approach to artificial intelligence
The board discussed the American Library Association's new AI guidance as a starting point for future library AI policy. Staff are already piloting AI-related programming focused on digital literacy, risks and responsible use, and board members will submit feedback to shape future policy decisions.
Materials testing and contaminated soils services
A contract of up to $100,000 with Westwood Infrastructure, Inc. was slated for award to handle materials testing and contaminated soils work on city projects in 2026.
Closed landfill cap maintenance
The city was set to consider a contract of up to $33,000 to maintain the cap over the closed Appleton landfill — routine environmental upkeep that keeps the site sealed and safe.