Fort Atkinson School Board reviews Ridgeview Estates development progress

The Fort Atkinson City Council meeting held on April 3, 2025, focused on several key developments in the community, including updates on local projects and recent election results.

The meeting began with a report from city officials regarding the Ridgeview Estates development. Jed Drager highlighted the collaboration with the Fort Atkinson School District Board of Education, noting their support for traffic and logistical changes associated with the project. The city and the developer recently finalized the sale of Lot 1, which will host an 87-unit apartment building. Early start permits have been issued, allowing construction to commence shortly.

Next, updates were provided on the public works and parks operations facility. Staff are now fully operational in the new building, while the demolition of the former office and garage is underway. Plans for updating the West Shed building were also discussed, with final site work expected to follow.

City Clerk Michelle Everett reported on the successful administration of the spring election held on April 1. This election saw a remarkable turnout, with 4,457 voters participating, resulting in a 59% turnout—the highest for an April election since 2016. Acknowledgments were made to Everett, her team, and all election officials for their efforts in ensuring a free and transparent election process.

The meeting concluded with the announcement of council members Kyle Jackel and Dave Enlisco being reelected for another two-year term, alongside Peggy Huckaby, who was elected to the city council.

Overall, the meeting underscored significant progress in local development and community engagement through the recent elections, setting a positive tone for future initiatives in Fort Atkinson.