Offices across Eau Claire County are to appear on the ballot in the Spring. Information below highlights which office positions will be on the ballot and registering to vote. Primary: No Spring Primary for any offices General: April 7th, 2026 For Voters *Photo ID is required to receive a ballot Registering to Vote Online: visit…
Overview of Altoona’s Budget: A look into mill rates, economic development, and construction projects. A budget committee composed of the Mayor and City Council members prepared a comprehensive budget document detailing proposed revenue and expenditures for the City of Altoona (2026). The budget included renovations to expand and remodel the public library, fund the construction…
In a discussion about some of the significant issues that are affecting the future of power generation, demand, and reliability, Monica Obrycki, CEO of Eau Claire Energy Cooperative, Karl Hoesly, President of Xcel Energy in Wisconsin, and Brent Ridge, CEO of Dairyland Power Cooperative joined the Eau Claire Chamber’s November Eggs & Issues to provide…
A County Budget in Focus: Priorities in community services, addressing growing debt, and expenditure shifts. On November 12th, 2025, the County Budget passed with twenty-seven for and only two votes against. The Committee of Finance and Budget worked with the county administrator (and all county departments) to put together the finalized budget, and with the…
The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its fourth annual Bravo to Business Awards at The Florian Gardens Conference Center on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Nearly 300 Chamber investors and community leaders gathered to honor outstanding area businesses recognized for the significant role they play in driving the region’s business and economic growth. To be considered for a Bravo…