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West Bend council backs regional planning commission as county withholds funding
Summary
After a presentation from Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission staff, the West Bend council approved a resolution urging continued regional planning support as Washington County’s withdrawal and budget omission put services and federal grant eligibility at risk.
The West Bend Common Council voted unanimously April 20 to express support for continued regional planning services after a presentation from representatives of the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (SEWRPC).
SEWRPC Executive Director Stephanie Hacker told the council that Washington County’s decision to omit its contribution from the 2026–27 biennial budget and a separate December 2025 resolution to withdraw from the commission will take effect June 17, 2026, and threatens local access to…
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