Welcome to Town of HudsonSituated in Western St. Croix County within 17 miles of the St. Paul/Minneapolis area, the Town of Hudson is ideally located for access to shopping, recreational and employment opportunities while managing to remain a semi-rural suburban haven for families. It’s a great place to live.Reminder: You must call non emergency dispatch (715) 386-4701 for all burning.
Only a gas or charcoal grill does not require calling dispatch. 2019 Dog Tags are available for purchase. 2018 tags expire 12/31/183 ways to purchase. In Person (Mon-Wed 9AM-4PM).
Hudson, WI Water Utility is a community owned utility that continues to provide the most safe and clean water to our residents.
- The City is initiating the new branding to help enhance its communications and emphasize the positive attributes of Franklin. The City of Franklin Tourism Commission and Economic Development Commission members are spearheading the new branding in collaboration with THIEL Brand Design, a professional branding agency.
- 2 reviews of City of Hudson 'If you are in the area and looking for a little day trip go explore Hudson. It is a great little river town and has a lot of local shops to browse at. A great walking path along the St. Excellent coffee.
Mail In. Drop in office door mail slotInclude rabies certificate and proper fees.
$20.00 for Male/Female. $10.00 for Spayed/Neutered.
Must show proof per rabies certificate. Please notify the Town if you no longer have your dog. (715) 386-4263 or treasurer@townofhudsonwi.comThank you.REMINDER: State Law requires all dogs to be licensedDog License forms can be found under FORMS/APPLICATIONS All Taxes Must Be Paid to:St.
Croix County Treasurer1101 Carmichael RoadHudson, WI 54016For Important Tax Information Click on PUSHING SNOW OR OTHER MATERIALS ONTO OR ACROSS HIGHWAYS FROM PRIVATE DRIVEWAYS CAN CAUSE ACCIDENTS AND INJURY, AND IS PROHIBITED BY WISCONSIN §86.01, §86.07, §346.94(5), AND/OR §346.95. Doing so may create potential safety concerns for the traveling public and may impede the snow and ice removal process.
Furthermore, snow shall not be stored in any manner, which will obstruct or limit vehicular or pedestrian vision, movement, or access.Sections 17.60of the St. Croix County Code of Ordinances and Wisconsin §86.191 prohibit obstruction of vision clearance triangles at intersections.
Placing mailboxes away from driveways and intersections helps to avoid vision restricting snow banks in late winter, and helps to avoid damage to your mailbox. The nearest part of your mailbox should not be closer to traffic than the shoulder line, with box and base strong enough to withstand wind, flying snow and slush from traffic and snowplows. It is also important that residents keep their mailboxes clear of snow and visible.Avoid penalty and liability, and cooperate towards safer highways. The life you save may be your own. Croix County Highway Department, St. Croix County Towns & Villages cooperate with the County Sheriff’s Office, and the County Highway Safety Commission to enforce these laws. ElectionsTo get election Information.
Welcome to the City Beautiful, population 9,070. Whether you are a long-time resident, business owner, or are new to our area, we welcome you to our community. Beyond the bricks and mortar, streets and open spaces, the City of New Richmond is made up of inspiring natural areas, amazing schools, eclectic businesses and community members who support the common good. The City Beautiful isn’t just a “town-motto,” it serves as a phrase that inspires our local government to serve people with dignity and respect, to create a unique sense of place, and sets the bar of governmental action to the highest standards. We are the City Beautiful and will continue to strive to maintain this commitment in the years ahead. Welcome to our Community.
News AdvisoryCity of New Richmond Outlines Timeline for Planning and Zoning Process Related to ICA ApplicationsNew Richmond, Wis. – The City of New Richmond will host a community meeting to solicit public input regarding the Immigration Centers of America (ICA) applications for certified survey map and re-zoning that the City received on April 4 and April 5, 2019.The New Richmond Plan Commission and City Council will review the applications in accordance with the City’s normal application process.All re-zoning applications the City of New Richmond receives are given the same process that includes a public hearing in front of the Plan Commission and review and action by the City Council. City staff will provide standard reports to the Plan Commission and City Council.Timeline - Key DatesApril 4 and 5 ICA Applications ReceivedApril 12 Public Process Timeline ReleasedApril 18 Staff Report ReleasedApril 23 (4:30 – 9:00 pm) Community Conversation Public Forum at WITC New RichmondMay 7(6:00 pm) Plan Commission Meeting & Special City Council Meeting at WITC New RichmondThe City of New Richmond is committed to a transparent process that includes public input. The process and discussion will be respectful and dignified.The application has prompted several questions about the City of New Richmond process. To inform the public, the City has prepared Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the planning process in New Richmond. The FAQs can be found here:The City has posted the ICA applications here. The City of New Richmond has received multiple requests regarding the applications submitted by ICA.
Below are the submittals received on April 4, 2019, and April 5, 2019. The City will be providing a FAQ within the next couple of days which will highlight some of the questions we have received and outline the next steps in the City of New Richmond’s process. We are also in the process of securing a date and location for a community discussion.
Due to a scheduled community event on April 25, the community discussion for this project will not occur on that evening. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACTNoah Wiedenfeld, Director of PlanningCity of New RichmondPhone: 715-246-4268Email: nwiedenfeld@newrichmondwi.govHistoric Preservation Experts to Present Final ReportAbout New Richmond’s Historic PropertiesPublic Invited to Presentation on February 28The community is invited to attend a public presentation on Thursday, February 28 at 6:00 p.m. At the New Richmond Civic Center to learn about the findings of the recently completed intensive survey of historic properties.
The presentation will identify properties in the City of New Richmond that have been determined to be strong candidates for listing on the State Register and National Register of Historic Places.Representatives from Legacy Architecture, Inc., an architectural design and historic preservation consulting firm, and the Wisconsin Historical Society, will deliver their final report and recommendations following the completion of the city’s first intensive survey of historical properties in over thirty-five years. Two principal investigators from Legacy Architecture spent several days in New Richmond in October of 2018 collecting preliminary information and photographing properties in many of the city’s older residential neighborhoods.
The research was funded through a federal grant program administered by the Wisconsin Historical Society.For those who are unable to attend the presentation, the final report will be made available on the City of New Richmond website later in March, as well as information about historic tax credits, frequently asked questions, and the nomination process for the State Register and National Register of Historic Places. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT:Mike Darrow, City AdministratorCity of New RichmondPhone: (715) 246-4268Email: mdarrow@newrichmondwi.govCITY OF NEW RICHMOND TO REDEVELOP BEEBE BUILDINGThe City of New Richmond has entered into an agreement with the Beebe family to acquire the building located at 307 S Knowles Avenue, known as the Beebe Building. Most recently, the Beebe Building was home to Bakken-Young Funeral Home and the Lowrey Hotel.The closing of the property will take place before the end of this year. After the closing is completed, the City of New Richmond will solicit requests for proposals (RFPs) for redevelopment of the property. Through the RFP process and upon selection of a redevelopment partner, the City of New Richmond intends for the property to be privately owned and operated.'
The Beebe Building has been an anchor of our community's downtown for many decades,' said Mayor Fred Horne. 'This redevelopment project, which will seek to preserve the Beebe legacy into the future, will create an innovative approach to enhancing our historic downtown.'
In early 2019, the City Council will hold listening sessions throughout the RFP process in order to solicit feedback from the community, showcase renderings, and identify short and long-term needs within the downtown.Cash reserves will be used to fund the purchase. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACTNoah Wiedenfeld, Director of PlanningCity of New RichmondPhone: 715-246-4268Email:City of New Richmond to Receive Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Grant for Trail DevelopmentThe City of New Richmond is pleased to share that it has been tentatively selected to receive a Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Grant in the amount of $234,694 towards the development of the Nature Center Recreational Trail. The project consists of constructing a trail utilizing an underpass below an existing bridge to connect the Nature Center to the Doar Prairie Restoration. The purpose of the project is to improve accessibility to the two parks, encourage outdoor recreation near the Willow River, expand the cross-country ski trail system, and provide safe off-street accommodations for bicyclists and pedestrians along Business Highway 64.The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program was created in 1989 to preserve valuable natural areas and wildlife habitat, protect water quality and fisheries, and expand opportunities for outdoor recreation.
The conservation and recreation goals of the Stewardship Program are achieved through the acquisition of land and easements, development of recreational facilities, and restoration of wildlife habitat.“We’re very excited about this project,” said Director of Planning, Noah Wiedenfeld. “This news comes after two years of hard work by the Park Board and City staff, and we appreciate all of the local organizations and neighboring property owners who provided letters of support for the project. This trail, with its underpass and boardwalk section, will be a unique addition to our trails system and further promote outdoor recreation and public health.”Final approval and signing of the grant contract is expected to occur this winter. Tentatively, design work for the trail will be completed in 2019, with construction in 2020. For Immediate ReleaseNew Richmond Launches Emergency Alert and Notification ServiceALERT NEW RICHMONDA Free Service That Provides Multi-Channel Notifications about Utility Disruptions, Road Closures, Emergency Situations, and Community UpdatesThe City of New Richmond is excited to announce the release of Alert New Richmond, an emergency alert and notification service available to anyone who lives, works, travels through, or visits New Richmond. The system will be used to send alerts to the public during emergencies, utility disruptions, road closures, major traffic incidents, etc., as well as provide important community updates.
After signing up online, individuals can choose to receive alerts via text message, email, and/or voice message (landline or mobile phone). Alert New Richmond is fully integrated into the Smart911 system, allowing residents the option of providing additional information that emergency responders will see if 9-1-1 is called, such as needed medications or household pets. There is no cost to sign up for or receive notifications; however, message and data rates may apply depending on provider and phone plan.City Administrator Mike Darrow encouraged all residents to sign up, saying, “Alert New Richmond greatly enhances our ability to communicate important events quickly and keep residents informed.”Individuals can sign up and find additional information on the City’s website.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT: Noah Wiedenfeld, Director of PlanningCity of New RichmondPhone: 715-246-4268Email: nwiedenfeld@newrichmondwi.govHistoric Preservation Experts to InvestigateNew Richmond’s Historic PropertiesPublic Invited to Kick-off Meeting on October 17Have you ever wondered about the history of your home or business? Is it possible that a notable person once lived there? Do you want to learn more about the architecture or the person(s) who designed or built a particular building? A new project is set to kick-off that will help uncover some of New Richmond’s local history and identify properties that might be eligible for the National Register of Historic Places.Two principal investigators from Legacy Architecture, Inc., an architectural design and historic preservation consulting firm, will be in New Richmond the week of October 15-19 to collect preliminary information.
The public may see the team in the community throughout the week photographing properties in some of the city’s older residential neighborhoods. A public meeting will also be held on Wednesday, October 17, at 6:00 p.m. At the Civic Center for individuals who would like to learn more about the project.
If you own a property that you think might be of architectural or historical interest, or if you have old photographs or information to share that you feel might be insightful and beneficial to their work, you are especially encouraged to attend.Earlier this year, the City of New Richmond received a historic preservation grant to conduct an intensive survey of historic properties. The grant is part of a federal program administered by the Wisconsin Historical Society. Following a competitive selection process, the City chose Legacy Architecture, Inc. To lead the project. Their work will begin this week and continue over the winter months, with a final report and public presentation delivered in the spring of 2019 to share their research findings.Please note that the team will have proper identification and will not need to enter private property for their work.
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All photography will be completed from the public right-of-way. The New Richmond Police Department has been notified about the project in advance, and has the team’s license plate and vehicle description.
If you have any concerns or questions however, especially given today’s door-to-door scams and solicitors seeking to enter personal homes, please contact local law enforcement immediately. Kwik Trip, Inc., has submitted a Conditional Use Permit and Certified Survey Map application for a new convenience store/gas station/car wash, which is proposed to be located at the southeast corner of North Knowles Avenue and North Shore Drive.A neighborhood meeting will be held on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. At the Civic Center (156 East First Street). The purpose of this meeting will be for surrounding residents and business owners to learn about Kwik Trip's plans and provide feedback in an information setting.to read the full memo from Kwik Trip and the City of New Richmond. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECity of New Richmond Receives Local Government Excellence Awards at 2018 ICMA Annual ConferenceThe International City/County Management Association (ICMA) recognized five individual and fourteen local government recipients of the Local Government Excellence Awards at the 2018 ICMA Annual Conference, the largest annual event in the world for local government managers and staff, held September 23-26 in Baltimore, Maryland. The City of New Richmond had the distinct honor this year of being the only local government to be recognized with two of these prestigious awards.“The people and organizations recognized this year set the standard for innovation, effectiveness, and creativity in the cities, towns, counties, and academic institutions they lead,” said Marc Ott, Executive Director of ICMA. “We congratulate all the recipients and thank them for their commitment to improving the lives of the constituents they serve every day.”The awards, conferred annually for the past 50 years, are given in two categories: the Professional Awards, which recognize individual achievement, and the Program Excellence Awards, which are presented to local governments in recognition of their innovative and successful programs.
NOTICE OF THE BOARD OF REVIEWFOR THECITY OF NEW RICHMONDNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Review for the City of New Richmond, St. Croix County shall meet on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at 5 p.m. NOTICE OF “OPEN BOOK” FOR ASSESSMENT ROLLFOR THE CITY OF NEW RICHMONDPursuant to Section 70.45 of Wisconsin Statutes, the assessment roll for the Year 2017 will be open for examination Monday, July 9, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. The Assessor will be available for questions during these times. Instructional material about the assessment and board of review procedures will be available at that time for information on how to file an objection and the board of review procedures under Wisconsin law.Tanya Batchelor, City Clerk. PRESS RELEASEThe City of New Richmond's full-time building inspector, Sarah Skinner, has resigned and will be leaving us effective June 6, 2018. As we hate to see Sarah go, we wish her the best.
She has been an asset to the City and her focus on customer service has been exceptional.Our goal, here at the City, is to continue to provide the same level of customer service. Over the next three to four weeks, in the transition of finding a new full-time building inspector, the City will be working hard to make sure all your inspection needs are met. We are currently looking for an interim building inspector to assist us.Please know that while we continue our quest for great customer service, we will need to adjust some of the inspection days. Over the next several weeks we will have an inspector available three days a week.
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Please make sure to contact Jeanne at 715-246-4268 to schedule your inspections and give us as much notice as possible.We will work very hard to make sure this transition goes smoothly for all involved.Please feel free to contact Beth Thompson with any questions you may have. Phone: 715-246-4268 or bthompson@newrichmondwi.gov. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACTNoah Wiedenfeld, Management AnalystCity of New RichmondPhone: 715-246-4268Email:City of New Richmond Receives $37,602 Grant for Mary Park Boat Launch ReconstructionThe City of New Richmond is pleased to announce that it has secured a Recreational Boating Facilities grant in the amount of $37,602 towards the reconstruction of the boat launch at Mary Park.
The grant is administered through the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.City of New Richmond staff applied for the grant in January of 2018. After a detailed review by the DNR, staff presented in April to the Wisconsin Waterways Commission, which voted to award the full grant amount requested. The grant covers fifty percent of the estimated engineering and construction costs. The project must be completed before June 30, 2020 per the grant conditions.“We’re very excited to receive this grant,” said Management Analyst, Noah Wiedenfeld. “The Willow River is a very important resource to New Richmond and the surrounding area, and we hope that reconstructing the boat launch at Mary Park will improve public safety and further promote outdoor recreation opportunities in our community.”The existing boat launch facility, located at the east end of Mary Park, was installed several decades ago and provides access to the New Richmond Flowage of the Willow River, often times referred to as the Willow River widespread. Depending on the direction of the Park Board and City Council, it’s possible that engineering work for the new launch facility could begin as soon as the fall of 2018, with construction occurring in the summer of 2019.
After over 900 hours' worth of work by the Community Action Plan group, months of planning and work by City staff, and much review and feedback by community members, the City of New Richmond has compiled and released the draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update. City staff would again like to thank all those involved in this important process as we look toward the future of The City Beautiful.Please read through the Comprehensive Plan Update and provide your feedback by May 14 to Community Development Director Beth Thompson (715.246.4268 or bthompson@newrichmondwi.gov). Monday April 16, 2018 3:00 PM & 7:00 PMNew Richmond High School AuditoriumLaw enforcement officers and agencies are frequently requested by community members for directions and presentations on what they should do if confronted with an active shooter event. The Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) course, designed and built on the Avoid, Deny, Defend strategy developed by (ALERRT), provides strategies, guidance, and a proven plan for surviving an active shooter event.What to expect: Topics include the history and prevalence of active shooter events, the role of professional guardians, civilian response options and medical issues.
Participants will gain a better understanding of how to respond and react with various options available to them.Due to the sensitive nature of the topic and graphic photos and videos, this class is limited to those 18 years and older. Exceptions will be made for any 17 year old High School Senior that wishes to attend and any 16+ child accompanied by a parent.Instructor: Your instructor is Chief Craig Yehlik of the New Richmond Police Department. He has been an officer for over 20 years, is a graduate of the FBI National Academy, and is a certified CRASE instructor through Texas State University Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT).Cost: There is NO CHARGE for anyone attending this class. This is being offered on behalf of the New Richmond Police Department and the School District of New Richmond.
Comprehensive Plan - Public Comments WantedIn February 2017, the City of New Richmond launched its community engagement process for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Shortly after the launch it was determined a different engagement approach was needed to create a more engaged committee of community volunteers. Prior to relaunching the second volunteer committee, the Comprehensive Plan structure was reorganized into a Community Action Plan (CAP), allowing the new Working Committee members to breakdown complicated planning concepts into understandable applications for everyday community life.Utilizing the Working Committee approach, community volunteers led the engagement process by brainstorming issues and opportunities, researching solutions from other successful communities, and developing project portfolios detailing their CAP concepts. All of this preparation led them to presenting their ideas to the City Council and various community organizations before holding their own community open house where they were able to showcase storyboards and portfolios for additional citizen feedback, ideas and support.Named Forward New Richmond, this group met twice monthly as a large committee and also met as topic subcommittees outside the regular meetings. It is estimated approximately 900 hours have been attributed to the CAP process by community volunteers.The Plan Commission and City Council will be moving forward with the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan in May or June of 2018; but before official approval takes place we need additional public comments.HERE’S HOW YOU CAN HELP! Stop by the Council Chambers at City Hall throughout the month of April and assist us with prioritizing projects over the next 15-20 years. We will have maps, poster boards, and project portfolios for you to view and analyze and you can vote on what you think the highest priorities are for New Richmond.
The results will be documented with other community input and given to the City Council for consideration. PRESS RELEASEThe City of New Richmond has created an avenue for citizens to report code enforcement issues and other concerns.
The report, entitled “Keep it Beautiful! Citizen Report Form” can be found on the home page of the City’s website. Citizens will see the “Keep it Beautiful!
Citizen Report Form” as option on the list on the left-hand side of the screen. Users can also access the form under the “I Want to” drop-down menu on the right-hand side of the screen.The “Keep it Beautiful! Citizen Report Form” can be used to report issues such as overgrown lawns, abandoned vehicles, street light outages, damaged sidewalks, potholes, and much more. The submitted forms will be routed to the appropriate department for follow-up.The Citizen Report Form should be used for non-emergency issues. If a crime is in progress or you have a situation in need of immediate attention, please contact our Police Department at 715-246-6667 or call 911.
Press ReleaseThe Friday Memorial Library is pleased to announce the hiring of our next Library Director, Katie Marsh. Katie will begin her new position on March 6, 2018. Library Board President, Gordon Granroth stated, “We are excited to have Katie join our team and lead our community library during this exciting time of continued programming. Along with Katie, the Library Board will be active in leveraging community support toward the building of a new library. Katie’s excitement for the position as well as a vision for the future was infectious during our interview process.”Mayor Fred Horne praised the Library Boards’ decision during this interview process.
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“Kudos to the Library Board for their in-depth interview process and to the over 26 community members, elected officials, and staff who took part in this process. Specifically to the community members who took part in this interview, thank you for taking the day to assist in this selection! On behalf of the City Council, I am excited to have Katie represent the Friday Memorial Library.”The City of New Richmond will provide additional information regarding a formal meet and greet reception with Katie in early March. As we welcome Katie to her new position, we thank the staff at our library for making our library an amazing place within our community. On Monday, January 15, 2018, at 3:18 p.m., New Richmond Fire & Rescue responded to 1745 Margaret Street in the Town of Richmond for a structure fire. New Richmond Fire & Rescue responded directly from a car crash and arrived on scene at 3:25 p.m.
Upon arrival, the home was fully involved in heavy fire and it was reported that a child was still inside. Law enforcement from both the New Richmond Police Department and the St.
Croix County Sheriff’s Office assisted in rescue efforts and setting up the fire ground. NRF&R had an entry team on the 1st level that began battling the flames and an additional entry team on the 2nd story window that fought heavy intense heat and began a search for the child. Shortly after, the roof structure failed causing heavier fire and heat forcing fire fighters to bail out of the second story. One firefighter was injured.