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State laws and proposals that shape taxes, local funding, and services

What to Watch
Watch for a future council item that names the specific state bills and whether Two Rivers takes a formal position on the proposed TIF district changes.
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The Story

Council took one concrete step on state legislation: a 9-0 vote to support a proposed $30 million state disaster recovery grant program for residents and businesses when federal aid isn’t available. A week later, council also spent time on possible state TIF district rule changes that could affect affordable and small-lot, owner-occupied housing in Two Rivers.

Key Decisions
  1. passed 9-0 City Council · Jan 19, 2026

    26-013 Resolution Authorizing Letter of Support for State Individual Assistance Program

    Motion made by Bittner, seconded by Derby to adopt the resolution.

    Mark Bittner Yes
    Doug Brandt Yes
    Shannon Derby Yes
    Bill LeClair Yes
    Darla LeClair Yes
    Tim Petri Yes
    Bonnie Shimulunas Yes
    Scott Stechmesser Yes
    Adam Wachowski Yes
Record

  1. City Council unanimously passed Resolution 26-013 authorizing a letter of support for a proposed state “Individual Assistance” disaster recovery grant program.

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  2. The supported proposal was described as setting aside $30 million to assist individuals and businesses impacted by natural disasters when federal aid is unavailable, following a Governor-declared state of emergency.

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  3. The agenda description stated the program would be administered by the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs if enacted.

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  4. The vote on Resolution 26-013 was 9-0.

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  5. Staff reviewed proposed state legislation that could expand how Two Rivers uses tax incremental financing (TIF), including additional options related to affordable housing and small-lot, owner-occupied housing.

    City Council Work Session

  6. Council discussed the potential added flexibility from the proposed TIF legislation and how it could fit future housing and infill strategies if the bills pass.

    City Council Work Session
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