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Burning storm debris?  Get a FREE Burning Permit!

Burning storm debris? Get a FREE Burning Permit!

Recent ice storms have led to downed trees and debris throughout Central Wisconsin including Portage...

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UPCOMING MEETINGS

UPCOMING MEETINGS

The next Plan Commission meeting may take place on Thursday, May 7th at 10 AM:(*=Plan Comm...

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TOWN OF LANARK 2025 PROPERTY TAX PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS

TOWN OF LANARK 2025 PROPERTY TAX PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS

As of February 1st, the taxes for the first half or in full need to be paid to the Portage Coun...

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2026 ELECTION DATES

2026 ELECTION DATES

Spring Election  – Tuesday, April 7, 2026 Partisan Primary (if needed) – Tuesday, A...

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LANARK SHIFTS TO NEW STATE LEGISLATIVE DISTRICTS

LANARK SHIFTS TO NEW STATE LEGISLATIVE DISTRICTS

Wisconsin’s State Senate and Assembly district borders have been re-drawn and the Town of Lana...

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TRASH TALK

TRASH TALK

Q:   Why do we separate trash and recyclables when both are dumped into the same truck? A:...

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Portage County Groundwater information

Portage County Groundwater information

2017 Portage County Water Quality Testing Program – A two page document that explains Por...

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FREE WATER TESTING STILL AVAILABLE FOR PORTAGE COUNTY RESIDENTS

FREE WATER TESTING STILL AVAILABLE FOR PORTAGE COUNTY RESIDENTS

Up to 300 free water tests are available to homeowners in Portage County. This testing includes nitr...

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