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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Appleton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Increased Penalties for Unnecessary Noise
The committee recommended fines of $250, $400, and $800 for repeat revving/tire-squealing offenses within a year, dropping the 'up to' language. With court costs, a first offense totals about $483 and a third about $1,176. The full council makes the final call.
Excessive vehicular noise data collection
Alderperson Smith's resolution directs the city to figure out how to measure excessive car and motorcycle noise downtown — a repeated source of complaints — and return with options, costs and recommendations within 90 days.
$425,000 COPS grant for police robot
The police department wants a Boston Dynamics robot dog to scout dangerous scenes instead of sending in officers or canines. The federal grant requires no local match.