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Envision CEO and President Sadie Howell talks about their goals to attract new talent and develop new housing for that talent through a state grant. She also spoke about their calendar of events for 2026 and Envision membership.

Rohn talked about the city’s pursuit of becoming one of the state’s Main Street communities, running for another term, Waupun Correctional Institution.

Executive Director Amber Kilawee talked about the campaign winding down, helping out Christmas Eve fire victims in Ripon, and United Way programs people have access to throughout the year.

Johann Brotz talks about resources and plans for those making an effort to quit their dependence on nicotine products. She is the program coordinator for the East Central Alliance for Nicotine Prevention. They provide the program for residents of Fond du Lac, Green Lake, Marquette, and Waushara counties.

Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Lieutenant Nick Kahnke talked about the Safe Ride Program and making safe choices.

Matt talked about Sheriff Mark Podoll being named Sheriff of the Year, holiday driving, and more.

Sam talked about getting requests for proposals for the design of a new jail at two sites. He also gave an update on the Fond du Lac County Campus, formerly the UW-Fond du Lac campus.

Emmett talked about property taxes, the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Act, and the school board candidates.

Amber Kilawee and John Triller talk about how a merger with the Ripon Area United Way three years ago has benefited the Ripon community.

Susie Menk reports that the library from January through November provided over $1.2 million in services to the community, about twice their annual budget.