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Neenah hears residents’ concerns over special assessments for sewer and water work
Summary
At a Feb. 4 public hearing the Neenah Common Council heard homeowners raise concerns about short notice, lack of itemized cost estimates, contractor damage and financing for proposed special assessments to install sanitary sewer laterals and water services; staff said the final assessment resolution will come to council in two weeks and projected a 5.3% assessment interest charge for 2026.
Neenah — Residents whose properties line Elm Street, Reed Street and several nearby blocks urged the City of Neenah on Feb. 4 to provide itemized estimates, clearer notice and assurances about contractor access and restoration before the council levies special assessments to install sanitary sewer laterals and water services.
The public hearing covered proposed work on Elm Street (Cecil to Division), Loudoun Boulevard, Reed Street (Cecil to Washington), Henry Street (Monroe to Winnicony), Greenfield, Sterling Avenue and other segments. Director Kaiser said staff has coordinated with the private developer and the builder and that contractors will hydroseed terraces and restore topsoil after work.
Why it matters: The council is considering exercising police powers under municipal code section 13-1 and Wisconsin…
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