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Located along the Mississippi River, Prairie du Chien is a great place to visit, work and live. With a wide selection of natural beauty, a history dating back many centuries, events all year around, and a variety of business, shops and attractions, we invite you to visit and stay in our corner of the Upper Midwest.


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CITY ADMINISTRATION

Location: 214 E. Blackhawk Avenue
Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 4:30 PM
Contacts: Phone - (608) 326-6406 - Fax - (608) 326-8182
Mail:
PO Box 324, Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin 53821

City Administrator - Aaron Kramer

The City Administrator is responsible to the City Council for the efficient administration of all affairs of the City. He ensures that all laws and ordinances are enforced, exercises supervision and control over all departments, and attends all meetings of the City Council, Commissions, and Boards. The City Administrator makes recommendations to the City Council for such measures as he deems necessary, prepares and submits the annual budget, and keeps the Council advised as to the financial condition and needs of the City.
Years of Service: 
Second
Lived in Prairie du Chien:
since January 2010
Birthplace:
Neenah, WI (Also lived in Emporia, KS; Stevens Point, WI; Ripon, WI)
Family:
Wife - Sarah, Daughters - Kylie (6) and Emily (3) Son - Carson (Born June 11th 2011)
Occupation: City Administrator
Education:  Ripon High School; UW-Stevens Point (BS in Political Science, BS in Public Administration, Minor in Economics)
Affiliations:  Prairie du Chien Rotary Club, Knights of Columbus
Offices Held:
Mayor of the city of Ripon, WI (2003-2010)
Hobbies:
Milwaukee Brewers; Green Bay Packers; working on the family website and his Packer website, has been a WIAA-licensed official in basketball, softball and baseball; gardening; spending time with my wife and children; traveling

City Clerk-Treasurer - Barb Elvert

Barb Elvert joined the City staff in 1974. Barb is responsible for day-to-day financial management of the City, including payroll, and management of voter registration. She also assumes all the duties and responsibilities of the City Administrator in his absence.

Deputy City Clerk-Treasurer - Joni Clausen

The Deputy City Clerk-Treasurer is responsible for preparing and maintaining the city's Accounts Payable and Receivables.

Utility Clerk-Treasurer - Cassie Rickleff

She is responsible for processing all sewer and water bills and licenses.

Receptionist - Sheila Linder

The receptionist is the first person you will talk to when you have a question or concern about City government. She is also responsible for reserving meeting rooms at City Hall, as well as taking reservations for all City Park shelters.
 


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