In-Person Absentee Voting Schedule for the 2025 Spring Election
Tuesday, March 18 through Friday, March 28
Altoona City Hall, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona, WI
March 18 - March 21 10 am - 4 pm
March 24 - March 28 10 am - 4 pm
For more information about this election, go to: https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/
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Last day to license your dog before a late fee is applied
Monday, March 31
TOP REASONS to License Your Dog
- State law requires a dog be licensed
- Licensed dogs that go missing have a better chance of being found
- It proves your ownership
- It indicates that your pet's rabies shot is up to date
THINGS TO KNOW
- The State requires all dogs, 5 months and older, to be licensed every year & to have current rabies vaccine.
- Chapter 6.08 of the Altoona Municipal Code limits a household or place of business to two (2) dogs and three (3) cats.
- A dog or cat must be on a leash no longer than six feet (6') in length on a public sidewalk, street, or park.
- No cat, dog, or domesticated animal is to run at large withing the city >> must be leashed.
FEES $18 = Spayed or Neutered $29 = NOT Spayed or NOT Neutered $5 = Late fee per dog after 03/31/2025
HOW TO APPLY Click here for an application >>
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2025 Spring Election
Tuesday, April 1 from 7 AM to 8 PM
River Prairie Center, 1445 Front Porch Place, Altoona, WI
Election held on the first Tuesday in April to elect judicial, educational, and municipal officers, and non-partisan county officers. State Statute 5.02(21)

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OPEN HOUSE - Regional Outdoor Recreation Plan
Wednesday, April 9 from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM
L.E. Phillips Library, Riverview Rm, 400 Eau Claire St, Eau Claire, WI
We need your input for the future of outdoor recreation in Western Wisconsin!
Several public and private partners are working to improve outdoor recreation and tourism opportunities in Western Wisconsin.
We invite you to participate in an important open house to help us understand the outdoor recreation needs and preferences of residents, businesses, and visitors to Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.
Please join us, and we look forward to speaking with everyone who participates!
WHEN: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm
WHERE: L.E. Phillips Library's Riverview Room, 400 Eau Claire St, Eau Claire, WI
If you would like to know more about the project or other open house opportunities taking place in the region, please contact:
Ross Petrzak, Senior Planner West Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission Email: rpietrzak@wcwrpc.org Ph: 715-836-2918
Click here for a PDF of the informational flyer >>
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City Offices Closed - Good Friday
Friday, April 18
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Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Saturday, April 19 at 9 AM
River Prairie Center, 1445 Front Porch Place, Altoona, WI

Come enjoy a delicious breakfast and visit with the Easter Bunny!
ALL guests are required to pre-register. The registration deadline is Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:00 pm or when seats are full. Fee is $9/per person; 2 and under are free.
Register on-line through the Altoona Parks & Recreation registration portal >>
Questions: Please call the Parks & Recreation office at 715-839-5188. Thank you!
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Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 19 at 10:30 AM
River Prairie Park, Altoona, WI

Join us for an Easter Egg Hunt! Pre-registration is not required. This event is free!
There will be separate hunts for each age group. Egg Hunts will start with the youngest group and follow in order by age.
0-2 years Forever Garden 3-4 years The Great Lawn 5-6 years Four Seasons grass area 7-9 years OakLeaf Surgical Amphitheater + Front Porch Plaza grass area
Limited candy bags for each age group.
For more information, please visit the Altoona Parks & Recreation Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/cityofaltoonapandr/
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Water Utility Payment Due
Monday, April 21
Altoona Water Utility, 1303 Lynn Avenue, Altoona WI 54720
Usage Period January - March, 2025 Bill Date April 1, 2025 Due Date April 21, 2025
The Altoona Water Utility offers multiple ways to pay. Choose one that works best for you!
- Automatic Payments Sign up at utilities@ci.altoona.wi.us
- Mail Mail your check or money order to:
Altoona Water Utility, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona WI 54720
- Drop Box Place your check or money order in our drop box located at the entrance to Altoona City Hall, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona, WI 54720
- Pay Online secure.paystar.io/account/
- Pay in Person Altoona Water Utility located within the Altoona City Hall, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona, WI 54720,
M-F, 7:30 am - 4 pm
Questions Please contact the Altoona Water Utility at:
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Drug Take Back Day
Saturday, April 26 from 10 AM to 2 PM
Altoona Police Department, 1904 Spooner Ave, Altoona, WI

Dose of Reality: Drug Take Back Day
Too often, unused and expired medications find their way into the wrong hands. That's dangerous and often tragic. Bringing unused and expired medications to a Drug Take Back Day collection site protects you, your family, and your community.
How to participate
It's easy to participate in Drug Take Back Day. Just stop by a collection site and drop your items into a bin. That's it. No questions are asked. You can be in and out of a collection site in minutes.
What to bring
Prescription and over-the-counter medications may be disposed of at Drug Take Back Day collection sites, including:
- Capsules
- Creams
- Inhalers
- Non-aerosol sprays
- Ointments
- Patches
- Pills
- Vials
Liquids must be in their original container.
Pet medications are accepted.
For more information, please click here >>
If you miss Drug Take Back Day, there are year-round collection sites. For details, please click here >>
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River Prairie Festival 2025
Saturday, May 10
River Prairie Park, Altoona, WI

The River Prairie Festival is a community event celebrating the 2025 season of programming in River Prairie Park and art in the Chippewa Valley! The festival takes place on Mother's Day weekend, attracting visitors to River Prairie with events that the whole family can enjoy!
For event details, please visit: riverprairiefest.com
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City Offices Closed - Memorial Day
Monday, May 26
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City Offices Closed - Independence Day
Friday, July 4
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City Offices Closed - Labor Day
Monday, September 1
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City Offices Closed - Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 27 through Friday, November 28
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City Offices Closed - Christmas
Wednesday, December 24 through Thursday, December 25
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City Offices Closed at 11:30 am - New Year's Eve
Wednesday, December 31
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View Parks & Recreation Programs
Community Room
Reserve the community room for your next meeting or event! The room is available for use to the general public and is located at City Hall, 1303 Lynn Avenue.
Check availability »
View the Community Room Use Policy »
View the floor plan »
Community Room Reservation Application »
Community Events
Looking for something to do? Altoona is part of the greater Eau Claire area, which provides ample opportunities for family fun!
View community calendar »
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