Sheboygan, News Brief March 3, 2026

ByBrian Bateman
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Local government

The Sheboygan Common Council met Monday, March 2. Items on the agenda included a proposed appointment of Hugo Cardenas Jr. as Director of Facilities (effective April 6), multiple resolutions tied to contracts and city operations, and redevelopment and infrastructure actions. Notable agenda items included proposed tax incremental district development agreements for Harbor View Lofts at 636 Wisconsin Avenue (two lots), a contract for South Business Drive concrete pavement repairs (Union Avenue to Indiana Avenue), and an authorization to submit an application to purchase the Sheboygan Breakwater Lighthouse. The agenda also included an annexation ordinance for a parcel identified by Tax Parcel ID 59024346880.

Road work & transportation

WisDOT’s I-43 resurfacing and structure work in Sheboygan County began March 2. The state says a $21 million contract will rehabilitate 10.4 miles of I-43 from Wilson/Lima Road (Town of Wilson) to WIS 42 (Town of Sheboygan), with reduced lanes in both directions at times and ramp closures during paving operations. Early work includes tree clearing and right-of-way fencing with minimal traffic impacts, followed by longer-term lane closures expected mid-March into July. Plan extra time if you commute between Sheboygan and the south end of the county via I-43.

Schools

The Sheboygan Area School District’s Board of Education lists upcoming meetings at the Administrative Services Building (3330 Stahl Road). The district notes that agendas are typically posted the Friday before a meeting date, and minutes are posted after approval.

Community events

Mead Public Library’s calendar shows multiple youth and family programs later this week, including storytimes and a kids play program (check listings for rooms and times before you go).

Public safety

The Sheboygan Police Department is accepting applications for its 30th annual Citizen Academy. SPD says the 2026 academy runs March 17 through May 26, with Tuesday-evening classes (6:00 PM to 9:00 PM). It’s designed as a behind-the-scenes look at local policing for community members.

Sources

https://meetings.municode.com/adaHtmlDocument/index?cc=SHEBOYGNWI&ip=False&me=c5b7b8b34e394bd48233cd9b39e94daf
https://projects.511wi.gov/i43sheb/wp-content/uploads/sites/1486/43news022326.pdf
https://projects.511wi.gov/i43sheb/full-project-overview/
https://www.sheboygan.k12.wi.us/about/board-of-education
https://www.meadpl.org/events/week/2026/03/05
https://sheboyganpolice.com/accepting-applications-for-2026-citizen-academy/

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Brian Bateman is a lifelong Sheboygan County resident, web developer, and founder of SheboyganLife.com. Inspired by his love for the area and a desire to give back, he created this free, community-driven platform to share local events, stories, and happenings.

A graduate of Plymouth and Sheboygan South High Schools and the UW Center in Sheboygan, Brian has spent his career building digital solutions across Wisconsin for clients around the world.

From local event coverage to boosting small businesses, Brian’s mission is simple: spotlight what makes Sheboygan special, support the locals behind it, and keep the community connected, informed, and on the grow.

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