Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pewaukee public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in water utilities
Sewer Rate Increase for 2027
Buried in the good news about the sewer utility's A-grade compliance report: a rate increase is coming next quarter.
Lake Pewaukee Sanitary Sewer 2027 Budget Request
The Lake Pewaukee Sanitary Sewer district's 2027 budget request was up for council review. Sewer district budgets affect utility costs for residents in the district.
Trinity Academy Facility Assistance Request
The school's parking lot needs about $425,000 in work, and the old building is years overdue for a mandatory sewer connection (~$160,000). The council declined to fund it now and wants a bigger conversation about the city's future as the building's landlord.
Great Lakes water diversion decision
The well-siting study confirmed there are no clean, viable places left to drill in the city. The council voted to point staff toward pursuing a Great Lakes water diversion — likely the biggest and most expensive project in city history — as the long-term fix for PFAS, radium, and supply problems.