Sheboygan, News Brief March 6, 2026
Local government
Plan Commission: The City of Sheboygan Plan Commission approved several conditional use permits, including additions at Urban Middle School and Farnsworth Middle School, plus a permit tied to renovations at Faye’s Pizza. With no public comments during the hearings noted in coverage, the items moved forward to the next steps in the process.
Public meetings to watch (week ahead)
The city’s meeting portal lists multiple public meetings coming up, including the Public Works Committee and Finance and Personnel Committee on March 9, the City Plan Commission and Licensing, Hearings, and Public Safety Committee on March 10, and the Regular Common Council meeting on March 16. If you plan to attend or comment, it’s worth checking the portal for the latest agendas and packets before you go.
Schools
School-related facilities work is part of the week’s local government activity: the Plan Commission approvals include additions at both Urban and Farnsworth middle schools. Residents who follow school construction timelines or neighborhood impacts (traffic, staging, and site work) may want to track upcoming committee and council agendas for related items.
Road work and city services
The City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works status page showed no road closures in its latest update (posted March 5). The same page also indicated curbside garbage and recycling collection was on schedule, while winter operations were listed as ‘monitoring conditions.’ With today’s foggy conditions, drive with extra caution—especially near intersections and school zones.
Public safety
The Sheboygan Police Department welcomed three new officers who were sworn in earlier this week, according to local reporting. The same update also noted that additional personnel changes included promotions within the department.
Community and civic life
Chamber nominations: The Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce is taking nominations for its ‘Best Under 40’ awards, with nominations open until March 27 and an awards dinner planned for May 7. The categories highlighted include Entrepreneur of the Year, Young Professional Community Volunteer of the Year, and Top Young Professional of the Year.
Mead Public Library: week-ahead programs
Mead Public Library’s events calendar lists several upcoming programs and meetups in the March 9–13 window, including a writers club meeting, drop-in tech help, and other activities for teens and adults. Check the calendar for times, rooms, and any participation notes.
Sources
Plan Commission Clears Several Major Projects to Move Forward
https://sheboygan-wi.municodemeetings.com/
https://sheboygandpw.com/
https://www.meadpl.org/events/week/2026/03/14
