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Marshfield is located in Wood County and Marathon County, Wisconsin with a population of 19,478. We offer you, our citizen or visitor, a safe, clean community with abundant parks, numerous attractions, and a world-class health care facility. We're proud of Marshfield, and pleased to have you as our guest.

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CITY ENCOURAGING RESIDENTS TO SIGN UP FOR NO MOW MAY

STREET CLOSURE BEGINS MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2024 - N. CHESTNUT AVE. – W. BLODGETT ST. to W. DEPOT ST.

ROAD WORK ALONG VETERANS PARKWAY FROM MCMILLAN TO MANN ROAD BEGINS TUESDAY, APRIL 9TH.

THE 2023-2024 WISCONSIN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION MORATORIUM SET TO END MONDAY, APRIL 15TH

PRELIMINARY SPRING ELECTION RESULTS FOR THE CITY OF MARSHFIELD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - WEDC adds Marshfield’s Yellowstone Industrial Park to list of Certified Sites.

DEADLINE EXTENDED - MAYOR ENCOURAGING CITIZENS TO SERVE ON COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND BOARDS.

HILLSIDE CEMETERY OFFICE IS OPEN

South Lincoln Closure- W 17th St to Airport Rd

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - HILLSIDE CEMETERY SPRING CLEAN-UP 2024

For Immediate Release - The City of Marshfield and Marshfield Clinic Health System released the following statement regarding the dispute over the Health System’s property tax exemption

Video Update - Governor Tony Evers visits Marshfield Utilities temporary PFAS treatment center.

WALK THROUGH WEDNESDAY WITH MACCI AND MARSHFIELD BROADCASTING. THIS WEDNESDAY' S SHORT VIDEO FEATURE IS AT HOTEL MARSHFIELD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - PASSING OF THUNDER AT WILDWOOD ZOO

CHECK OUT WALK THROUGH WEDNESDAY WITH MACCI AND MARSHFIELD BROADCASTING. THIS WEDNESDAY SHORT VIDEO FEATURE IS CLUBHAUS.

MARSHFIELD FIRE AND RESCUE RESPONDS TO LARGE RUBBISH FIRE INSIDE THE WASTE MANAGEMENT TRANSFER STATION ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2024.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - THE CAUSE OF THE CHARLES APARTMENT STRUCTURE FIRE WAS FROM AN ELECTRICAL ARC IGNITING THE CELLULOSE INSULATION IN THE ATTIC

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - PLAYGROUND STRUCTURE BEING REMOVED IN BRAEM PARK

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - HILLSIDE CEMETERY OFFICE IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - WASTE MANAGEMENT TRANSFER STATION SCALE TEMPORARILY CLOSED

UPDATE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - WASTE MANAGEMENT TRANSFER STATION SCALE IS BACK OPEN BUT WILL TAKE EXTRA TIME DUE TO ONGOING REPAIRS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - CITY OPENS UP BIDDING ON LOGS FROM ASH TREES IN BRAEM PARK

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - SPRING ELECTIONS JUST AROUND THE CORNER

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - MAYOR SEEKING TWO CITY RESIDENTS TO SERVE ON THE COMMITTEE ON AGING

IT'S TIME TO LACE UP THOSE ICE SKATES, RINKS ARE NOW OPEN IN MARSHFIELD

THE CITY REMINDS CITIZENS TO STAY AWAY FROM STORMWATER RETENTION PONDS

SEX OFFENDER RELEASE INFORMATION FROM MARSHFIELD PD

WASTE MANAGEMENT TEMPORARY CHANGES TO SCALE OPEN HOURS FOR BULKY ITEMS EFFECTIVE 1/15/2024

CITY CONTINUES ASH TREE REMOVAL IN BRAEM PARK THIS MONTH

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: DELAY IN GARBAGE AND RECYCLING COLLECTION DUE TO HOLIDAYS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - GARBAGE AND RECYCLING COLLECTION WILL NOT TAKE PLACE ON CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MARSHFIELD PARKS, RECREATION AND FORESTRY 2023 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: PROPERTY TAX BILLS WILL BE ARRIVING SOON IN THE MAIL

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FILING FOR CANDIDACY IS NOW OPEN FOR MAYOR AND ALDERPERSONS IN DISTRICTS 1,3,5,7, and 9.

SEX OFFENDER RELEASE INFORMATION FROM MARSHFIELD PD

For Immediate Release - South Central Avenue will be closed for the Downtown Holiday Parade in Marshfield.

Trash and recycling pickup delay - Thanksgiving Day.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR 2024 CITY BUDGET.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - SANITARY SEWER OVERFLOW - MCMILLAN CREEK (SQUAW CREEK)

Emergency Road Closure for Sewer Repair on Becker Road and Willow Avenue.

For Immediate Release - Trick-or-treating hours are 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the city limits.

Notice - On Thursday, November 2, 2023, the City of Marshfield will close City Hall, Parks and Recreation, and Community Center for the City's Employee Recognition event.

For Immediate Release - Wildwood Zoo receives new eastern screech owls.

For Immediate Release - Mayor seeking those interested in serving on the Historic Preservation Commission.

For Immediate Release - Road Closure for Main Street Marshfield's Trick-or-Treating event in downtown Marshfield Friday, Oct. 27th.

For Immediate Release - City of Marshfield Department of Public Works – Street Division St Joseph Ave. Overlay Program

Wildwood Zoo is pleased to announce the arrival of a new red fox.

Public Notice: Sec. 13-35. Sidewalks, removal of snow and ice; duty of street superintendent.

Parks and Recreation seeking public input for the 2023 Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan

Beginning at 3 p.m. on Friday, October 6th we will be setting up the closure for Marshfield Homecoming Parade.

Parks and Recreation and Second Street Community Center new office hours begin Monday, October 2.

Everett Roehl Marshfield Public Library parking lot will be closed on Sunday, October 1 for sealcoating and restriping.

For Immediate Release - Parks, Recreation and Forestry Division will be removing buckthorn in Hamus Park and Braem Park.

For Immediate Release - Traffic control will be set up on North Veterans Pkwy for the replacement of sanitary manholes.

American Asphalt will be paving the west side lanes of St. Joseph’s Avenue on Thursday, September 21, 2023, weather dependent.

For Immediate Release - St. Joseph’s Avenue closing the southbound lane for tree removal in the cemetery at W. Upham St. and St. Joseph’s Avenue.

For Immediate Release - Mad Dog and Merrill Light Up the Producer's Channel on Marshfield Broadcasting.

For Immediate Release/Public Notice - Public Input on proposed ban on declawing cats at the Sept. 12, 2023 Common Council meeting.

For Immediate Release - Public Informational meeting to seek public input on the Parks and Recreation Outdoor Comprehensive Plan

Learn more about property assessments in the short video. Open Book continues through Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at City Hall.

For Immediate Release - Fall Clean-up deadline set for October 1, 2023 Hillside, Gate of Heaven, and Immanuel Lutheran Cemeteries in Marshfield.

For Immediate Release - Garbage and Recycling collection in the city of Marshfield is offset by one day due to the Labor Day holiday next week.

For Immediate Release – Wildwood Zoo receives new fox

For Immediate Release - Canadian National Railroad crossing at S. Galvin Ave. & Veterans Parkway will be closed on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, for repairs.

We are working to complete a city-wide revaluation for the 2023 assessment year. Please see the facts about the assessment process.

Mayor seeking those interested in serving on the Utility Commission and Historic Preservation Commission

Revaluation Update from City Administrator Steve Barg

City at Work Newsletter- New development projects, road construction, job opportunities, quick links, events and more happening in Marshfield.

Roadwork on S. Lincoln Avenue in the city will continue through Nov. 15th.

For Immediate Release: St. Josephs Avenue Overlay Project begins the week of August 14, 2023.

Zoo celebrating 100 years on Sunday, August 6 at Wildwood Park

Paramedics awarded EMS Cardiac Arrest Save Challenge Coins.

Property owners in the city will receive revaluation notices in the mail next week.

Hillside Cemetery Crypt & Niche Plaques

City-wide Revaluation FAQ sheet for 2023.

Road and Municipal Parking Lot Closures for Hub City Days.

The Wood County treasurer is collecting property taxes at the Marshfield City Hall in-person today (July 19, 2023) only from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is only for Wood County.

Notice of Street Closing for Sanitary Sewer Installation

Sanitary sewer and water main replacement E. Edison St. and N. Vine Ave. begins Monday, July 10, 2023.

Trash/Recycling Delay - 4th of July

Passing of mountain goat (“Ruby”) at Wildwood Zoo

Department of Public Works - Street Division Temporary Lane Restrictions

Marshfield Fire and Rescue Department provide a fireworks permit for annual fireworks celebration sponsored by Festival Foods

Notice of Road Closure: Arnold Street – Blodgett Street to St. Joseph Avenue

Notice of Road Closure: Peach Avenue – Arnold Street to Becker Road begins Monday, June 26, 2023

Notice of Road Closure: Chestnut Avenue – at Veterans Parkway (Rail Crossing) begins Monday, June 26, 2023

Some patrons in Marshfield southeast portion are experiencing discolored water.

Please help put an end to vandalism in our parks.

Attention Aqua Zumba-ers class is canceled for Thursday, June 15, 2023

A cat and dog was lost in a structure fire at 1407 N. Peach Avenue, lot 320 on Wednesday, June 14 in Marshfield

The compost site located at 501 South Hume Avenue, Marshfield, will be closed for approximately two days, Thursday, June 8 through Friday, June 9, 2023.

Local streets closed for upcoming Dairy Fest activities

City offices closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 29.

Fire and Rescue Department Facebook Public Safety Contest

Marshfield's skate park will soon have a memorial and art wall in remembrance of a 16-year-old boy.

Local video producers and City's Communications staff take home Best of the Midwest Media Fest 2023 awards.

The Marshfield Fire and Rescue Department is excited to present its Youth Firesetter Intervention and Prevention Program.

The City of Marshfield Plan Commission seeks to receive public input on a proposed backyard chicken ordinance in the city.

Bathrooms closed in Wildwood Park due to a water main break

Marshfield Fire and Rescue Department responded to a late-night structure fire

City of Marshfield Street Division will do road repairs underneath the viaduct/railroad bridge at Veterans Parkway intersecting McMillan.

Road Closure – West McMillan Street at Lincoln Avenue begins on Monday, May 8th

City of Marshfield Common Council seeks members to serve on a newly formed Audit Committee

There is still time to sign up for our "No Mow May" initiative with the City of Marshfield Streets Division

Mayor encourages local citizens to consider serving the city

Kathi Hartle earns Parks and Recreation Volunteer of the Year.

Wildwood Zoo regretfully announces the passing of Luna, a timber wolf

Historic Preservation Commission announces the 2023 Stewardship Awards Program

District 10 Alderperson election results stand with Andrew Reigel winning by two votes over Bonnie Andres.

Marshfield Fire and Rescue Department issues a temporary ban on recreational fires within the city limits.

Notice: A recount for Alderperson, District 10, has been scheduled for Thursday, April 13, 2023, to be held at City Hall in the Council Chambers.

Marshfield's Wildwood Zoo receives a new red fox named "Willow".

For Immediate Release: Annual drinking water notice submitted by Marshfield Utilities

For Immediate Release: The 2022-2023 Wisconsin Public Service Commission winter moratorium set to end Saturday, April 15, 2023. Submitted by Marshfield Utilities.

Your City at Work Newsletter for April 7, 2023.

Marshfield's Fire Chief Pete Fletty and Police Chief Jody Geurink issued the following statement today regarding the outcome of the public safety referendum

Results of the spring election for the City of Marshfield.

Wisconsin Association of Historic Preservation Commissions Annual Meeting and Conference coming to Marshfield.

Economic Development Board and Main Street Marshfield announce the 2023 Facade and Interior Conversion Program.

ATVs and UTVs may operate on specified trail routes in the city of Marshfield and some ancillary roads beginning on Monday, April 10, 2023.

Mayor seeking Marshfield residents to serve on boards, commissions, and committees for the City of Marshfield.

For Immediate Release: City of Marshfield Parks & Recreation Department announces the passing of Blizzard, our Arctic fox, at Wildwood Zoo

For Immediate Release: Seasonal Weight Restrictions on City Streets begins Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

The City of Marshfield has identified a need to fund public safety personnel in its Fire and Rescue and Police departments

Notice: If garbage and recycling are missed due to inclement weather, collection will take place the following day.

Marshfield Parks and Recreation luminary hike in Weber Park is canceled tonight (February 21, 2023) due to the impending snow and ice covered trails

For Immediate Release: Street Division prepares for significant amounts of snow expected this week.

Potential Building Donation for Future Police Department

Tonight we kick off Cabin Fever Month, with our 1st Luminary Hike in Weber Park!

For Immediate release: Salt is a pollutant that degrades infrastructure, soils, and freshwater

For Immediate Release: Taking applications for the position of District 7 Alderperson

For Immediate Release: Follow up from City Forester in-regards to the ash trees currently being removed in Braem Park

N. Peach closed between Upham St. and McMillan St., for Utility Work through Wednesday, January 18, 2023

For Immediate Release: Smokey, a Timber Wolf, passed away at Wildwood Zoo recently in Marshfield

Ash tree removal will resume in Braem Park this month

For Immediate Release: Lane closures on North Central Avenue (STH 97) Marshfield due to a water main break

For Immediate Release: Public Involvement Meeting, Adler Road (CTH Y) Multi-Use Trail Weber Park to Sycamore Avenue.

For Immediate Release: New winter zoo hours begin Jan 1, 2023.

For Immediate Release: As of January 1, 2023 the City of Marshfield will no longer have curbside collection of yard waste, brush and branches, Christmas trees and bulky items.

Due to snow, high winds, & anticipated drifting over the next few days, Parks and Recreation Department will be closing a few areas of park roads and trails.

For Immediate Release: District 7 Alderperson Adam Fischer resigns from the City of Marshfield Common Council effective December 31, 2022.

Parks and Recreation Forestry Division receives Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Urban Forestry Grant.

Property tax bills have been sent out by the City of Marshfield's Finance Department recently, so please be aware the bill will be comprised of multiple taxing jurisdictions.

For Immediate Release: Fire and Rescue Department implements new fee schedule for 2023.

For Immediate Release: The Marshfield Fire and Rescue Department (MFRD) encourages Wisconsin residents to practice fire safety in their homes.

For Immediate Release: Due to the inclement weather, please be mindful of fallen trees across sidewalks.

For Immediate Release: Due to inclement weather, please refrain from driving through Hillside Cemetery for safety reasons due to fallen branches.

Everett Roehl Marshfield Public Library will open at noon on Thursday, December 15, 2022 instead of their normal opening time due to the inclement weather.

For Immediate Release: Street Division preparing for winter storm approaching.

Filing for candidacy now open for Alderpersons in Districts 2,4,6,8 and 10.

A free drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine clinic is being held at the Marshfield Fire & Rescue Department.

A public hearing set for Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2022 at City Hall on the 2023 proposed budget.

Watch an all new TV and/streaming program called Marshfield Now!

For Immediate Release: South Central Ave. from 2nd St. to 9th St. will be closed for the Downtown Marshfield Parade.

Watch Council Preview for the upcoming regular Common Council meeting for Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at 6 p.m.

Update: City street projects for 2022 from Streets and Engineering Divisions

A notice is hereby given that on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall a public hearing on the 2023 proposed budget of the City of Marshfield will be held.

Redevelopment of Braem Park plan presented at the Special Board of Public Works meeting on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at 5:40 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

For Immediate Release: Temporary lane restrictions for crack filling begins Friday, November 11th.

Luminary Hike canceled for tonight (Monday, October 24th) due to expected showers. Event rescheduled for Wednesday, October 26th.

For Immediate Release: Trick-or-treating hours on Halloween are 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the city limits.

For Immediate Release: Welcoming our new Peregrine falcon to Wildwood Park and Zoo.

For Immediate Release: City launches new public engagement platform to seek input from the community to help make better informed decisions.

Notice of Road Closure: E. 4th Street – Peach Avenue to Palmetto Avenue beginning Tuesday, October 18, 2022.

"Howl-oween" at Wildwood Park and Zoo this upcoming weekend.

Wildwood Park and Zoo announces two new deer to the white-tail deer herd.

Marshfield Fire and Rescue Department receives $111,000 in state grant funding, a part of the $32 million in state emergency medical services (EMS) Flex Grants.

City Administrator Steve Barg provides a video in review of items discussed at the Common Council meeting on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 in City Hall.

Your City at Work - September 23 newsletter and extended television program.

Lane Closures – Veterans Parkway (STH 13) Marshfield Veterans Parkway (STH 13) at McMillan Street on Wednesday, September 21, at 9 a.m.

Your City at Work newsletter for September 9, 2022.

Sign-up for a video 101 class in October with Marshfield Broadcasting and the Chestnut Center.

Council Preview program with Tom Loucks, Steve Barg and Lois Te Strake on Marshfield Broadcasting highlighting the agenda for the upcoming Sept. 13th Common Council meeting.

All decorations, containers, shepherd hooks, solar lights and other adornments at Hillside Cemetery must be removed by October 1st for fall clean-up.

For Immediate Release: Asphalt rejuvenating maintenance will occur on some city streets next week.

Mayor seeking those interested in serving as a commissioner on the Utility Commission

Reminder of Road Closure - Fairgrounds Access E. 17th Street from Maple Avenue to Vine Avenue.

Hub City Concert Series tonight (Friday, August 19) will be held at Second Street Community Center in the Drendel Room

For Immediate Release: Lane Closure – Veterans Parkway (STH. 13 N.) in Marshfield beginning Tuesday, August 16, 2022.

For Immediate Release: Utility work on W. Upham between N. Chestnut Ave. and N. Fig Ave., beginning Tuesday, August 16, 2022.

Hub City Concert Series - Amelia Ford Band at Wenzel Family Plaza tonight Friday, (August 12, 2022) is rescheduled due to weather.

Notice: Road Closure S. Peach Avenue – 5th Street to 6th Street starting Thursday, August 11, 2022 in Marshfield.

Notice: The north entrance/parking lot along 17th Street into Wildwood Zoo is now closed for repairs.

The City of Marshfield will be starting their portion of the ditching project on W. McMillan St. from Lincoln Ave. extending west approximately 1200 ft., beginning Monday, August 8, 2022

Marshfield Utilities files for electric rate case study. This is the first time in six years that MU has sought to increase electric rates.

For Immediate Release: Road Closure E. 17th Street is closed from S. Vine Ave. to S. Maple Ave. including the S. Cedar Ave. intersection .

For Immediate Release: 17th Street from Peach to Vine closed for American Kennel Club event this weekend

For Immediate Release: Road and Municipal Parking Lot Closures for Hub City Days events.

Drop boxes prohibited and voters must personally deliver ballots to City Hall

Limited access at times to 2nd Street Community Center's main entrance due to construction through Friday, July 15, 2022.

For Immediate Release: Ditching project on West McMillan St. set to begin Monday, July 11, 2022.

For Immediate Release: Notice of detour for sanitary sewer work on Lincoln Avenue between W. 11th Street and W. 8th Street.

For Immediate Release (Update) : Celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks at the Fairgrounds

Notice: Road Closure N. Oak Avenue – Ives Street to Kalsched Street, June 13, 2022 – Friday, July 15, 2022

Reminder of Road Closure - Fairgrounds Access E. 17th Street – Maple Avenue to Peach Avenue

Important information about your drinking water. Marshfield Utilities found some PFAS compounds at Southside Booster Station.

Due to the Memorial Day holiday, your scheduled service will be delayed by one day from Monday, May 30 through Friday, June 3 for all locations.

The City of Marshfield will be begin an overlay project on W. Arlington St., from S. Columbus Ave., to S. Lincoln Ave., the morning of Tuesday May 31, 2022.

For Immediate Release: N. Apple Avenue overlay project begins Monday, May 23, 2022.

The City of Marshfield Parks & Recreation Department regretfully announces the loss of Tuck, the Peregrine falcon, at the Wildwood Zoo.

Marshfield Broadcasting, a division of the Communications Department has earned honors in this year's Best of the Midwest Media Fest held by Wisconsin Community Media on Thursday, May 12, 2022 in Madison.

For Immediate Release: E. McMillan and N. Peach Road Repair begins Monday, May 9, 2022 at 6:30 a.m.

For Immediate Release: Road Closure N. Oak Avenue – Ives Street to Kalsched Street begins Thursday, May 12 – Friday, May 20, 2022.

Lane closure and asphalt paving on W. 14th St. from S. Oak Ave. to S. Locust Ave., begins Monday, May 2nd.

Wildwood Zoo welcomes new Mountain Goat

Domestic Battery and Battery to law enforcement on Wednesday, April 27, 2022

Arbor Day is Friday, April 29, 2022 and the City of Marshfield will be celebrating by planting 140 trees in Braem Park. Students from Grant Elementary School will be attending to learn about Arbor Day and help plant the trees.

What's happening in the City? Read more in your City at Work newsletter for April 23, 2022

Street Closing for Road Reconstruction on Franklin Street between Maple Avenue and Peach Avenue on Monday, April 25, 2022.

The 2021-2022 Wisconsin Public Service Commission Winter Moratorium Set to End April 15th

Pete Fletty named as fire chief of the Marshfield Fire and Rescue Department during a special announcement by Mike Meyers of the Police and Fire Commission.

The Marshfield Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications for several summer seasonal positions.

Hillside Cemetery Spring Clean-up

A new fire chief is expected to be announced Friday, March 25th.

Lt. Jody Geurink has been named the new chief of the Marshfield Police Department by the Fire and Police Commission.

Marshfield Utilities PFAS Update - Marshfield Utilities takes the role of protecting public health by providing safe drinking water to our community very seriously.

Grant provides funding for windows to be replaced in the World's Largest Round Barn located on the Fairgrounds in Marshfield.

Advanced Disposal/Waste Management will no longer be open to the public on Saturdays for drop off of refuse and recycling beginning Tuesday, Feb. 1st.

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