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Larry Sleznikow

District 4 Council Member2019-04-16 – 2027-04-20 (Legistar OfficeRecord for Common Council at webapi.legistar.com/v1/cityoflacrosse/officerecords; end date is the scheduled term end; continuous first-office day per Legistar)

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At a glance

News mentions
0

Term ending Apr 20, 2027.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
19
Total speaking time
1:03:03
Avg per meeting
3:19
Segments
717

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Top issues during term (15)(General)

high↓Feb 2026[27]

Creation of the Office of City Administrator

Unknown — a new administrator position would carry salary and benefits costs not stated in the agenda.

high↓Sep 2026[26]

Underage drinking enforcement and bar license suspensions

A 10-day closure hits bar owners' revenue and leaves hourly staff without wages over scheduled weekends.

high↓Jun 2026[19]

Citgo on State liquor license denial

The business cannot sell packaged alcohol, forgoing that revenue stream.

high↓Sep 2026[15]

Rezoning for drive-thru restaurant at 4358 Mormon Coulee Rd

The rezoning could affect property tax revenue and redevelopment costs, but the source doesn’t spell out incentives, infrastructure costs, or assessed-value changes.

high↑Aug 2026[15]

Ott House local landmark designation, 1512 Winnebago Street

No direct cost to the city; designation restricts exterior changes by the owners, who support it.

high↓Aug 2026[12]

Citizens' petition for a Healthcare Action Committee

Unknown — a new advisory committee could carry staffing and support costs.

critical↓Aug 2026[5]

Park operations strained by homelessness-related activity

No dollar figure given, but the director said staffing can't cover the extra cleanup and security work being demanded.

medium↓Jun 2026[2]

Liquor license nonrenewals for two local businesses

Loss of license renewals could affect the revenue and viability of two local businesses.

high↓May 2026[2]

ADA accessibility improvements

Making the whole city ADA-compliant will be expensive, and the sidewalk budget already can't cover every hazard each year.

high↓Mar 2026[1]

City purchase of 300 Second Street South property

Purchase price and terms weren't disclosed — the deal was negotiated in closed session.

medium↓Aug 2022[0]

First Amendment challenge to proposed ordinance

Taxpayers could get stuck with legal bills and staff time if this turns into a courtroom fight.

medium↓Mar 2026[0]

City Hall renovation

Taxpayers could end up paying for the City Hall facelift, but the source doesn't say how much.

high↓Jun 2026[0]

surplus property declaration

Selling or redeveloping the site could bring the city money or new investment, but the exact costs and proceeds aren’t clear yet.

high↓Jul 2026[0]

city administrator ordinance

Taxpayers could see new administrative costs for a city administrator's salary and staff, though supporters argue it may save money through more efficient management.

high↓Dec 2023[0]

short-term rental regulation

Hosts may face new licensing, compliance, or fee costs, while the city may take on enforcement expenses.

Decisions during term (2)

Recorded while Sleznikow was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.