Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in La Crosse public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in parks rec with high priority
Loggers lease extension at Copeland Park
The city locked in the Loggers and Steam at Copeland Park through 2043 with flat $25,000 annual rent instead of per-game revenue. The Loggers now handle stadium scheduling, saving parks staff time.
Huska Park bathroom repair vs. replacement
The park bathrooms have been closed since 2020 after fire, vandalism, and encampment damage. Repairing them now costs $175,000 versus a $500,000-plus rebuild pushed to 2030 — the committee chose the repair.
2027-2031 Parks Capital Equipment Plan
The board adopted the parks department's five-year strategic plan, which will guide how parks, recreation, and forestry are run through 2031.