Public Works keeps event authorizations on the table for IHRA Mercury Racing weekend

Jul 14, 2026

Committee authorized temporary beach access restrictions and street/boat-ramp closures for the planned IHRA Mercury Racing Midwest Challenge (Aug. 6–9) as a contingency after staff learned the boat race may not proceed as scheduled; city attorney emphasized authorizing language and fluid status.

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The Sheboygan City Public Works Committee on July 27 approved authorizing resolutions that would allow temporary restriction of beach access and the closure of streets and boat ramps in support of the 2026 IHRA Mercury Racing Midwest Challenge, scheduled for Aug. 6–9, while noting the event’s status remains fluid.

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