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Suamico board approves Tour of America's Dairyland criterium for June 21, 2026
Summary
The Suamico Village Board voted 6-0 Dec. 1 to host a one-day stop of the Tour of America's Dairyland (TOAD) in historic downtown Suamico on June 21, 2026, approving a funding plan that uses $3,000 from Park & Rec and the balance from Tax Increment District 2 and sponsorships.
The Suamico Village Board voted 6-0 on Dec. 1 to approve a one-day stop of the Tour of America's Dairyland (TOAD), a circuit-style criterium race planned for Sunday, June 21, 2026, in the village's historic downtown.
Administrator Caker told the board the proposed course would loop on Riverside Drive, Velp Avenue, School Lane and Side Street in a short, spectator-friendly circuit. He said host fees total $16,990 (rounded to $17,000), and that Vickery Village partner John Henry has agreed in concept to cover half the fee; the village would seek sponsorships to cover the remainder.
"This is a small, concentrated course and a family-friendly event," Bill Koch, a founding partner of Tour of America's Dairyland, told the board. Koch said the event includes a community hour with kids races and local activities and that spectator admission would be free.
Caker outlined possible village funding sources for whatever portion remains after sponsorships: $3,000 from a 2026 Park & Rec special events budget, use of unreserved stadium tax funds (he said the stadium tax fund currently shows an unreserved balance of about $55,000), and a potential $140,000 return to the general fund from Tax Increment District 2 when its audit completes in early 2026. He also noted $30,000 in the 2025 contingency fund as another option.
Trustees questioned logistics, emergency access and volunteer needs. Koch said the organizers provide medical teams and an emergency action plan and rely on police for intersections and volunteer corner marshals to allow access when needed. Caker said Recreation Director Lemke would lead planning and coordinate notifications, sponsorships and volunteer recruitment.
Trustee Stevens moved to approve the race agreement with host fees funded $3,000 from the Park & Rec Special Fund and the balance from TID District 2; Trustee Andrews seconded. The board approved the motion by roll call, 6-0.
The board directed staff to proceed with finalizing agreements, seek sponsorships and return to the board with implementation details as planning progresses.
