Welcome to the Village of Almond!
This page is used by the Village Board to inform our residents and other interested individuals about the official business of the Village of Almond.
Village Board meetings are regularly held the 2nd Monday of each month. All are encouraged to attend and take part in your local government.
If you have questions that can’t be answered from exploring the website, please contact the Village Office at 715-366-8171 or any member of the Village board. Their contact information can be found under the “Committees” tab.
Special Fire Warning Notice
Due to the excessive and prolonged drought conditions and elevated fire danger, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources deems it necessary to reinstate DNR burning permits in designated areas, outside incorporated cities and villages, as outlined by Special Fire Order #1 signed on Sept. 15, 2023 until further notice. Therefore, in accord with the provisions outlined in Wisconsin Administrative Code § NR 30.03(3) and (4), a DNR annual burning permit is now required for burning in a barrel, a debris pile and grass or wooded areas as outlined by the permit.
Upon issuance of the DNR burning permit, it is necessary to check the DNR burn restrictions daily to determine if burning is allowed or suspended for the day. Campfires are allowed if used solely for cooking or warming purposes, but please use extreme caution. Consider having small campfires in a designated fire ring or device in the evening hours to avoid burning under elevated conditions typically found during the day.
Anyone found responsible for causing a wildfire is liable for all suppression costs and potentially any damages associated. For a DNR burning permit, visit dnr.wi.gov, search ‘burn permit’ or call 1-888- WIS-BURN (947-2876). Check the daily burn restrictions: apps/dnr.wi.gov/wisburn
2023 Summer Village Newsletter
The 2023 Summer Village Newsletter is now available. There will be a limited number of printed copies available throughout the Village.
Job Opening
The Town and Village of Almond are currently looking to hire a Part-Time attendant at the Collection Site. This is position is responsible for the clean, orderly, and proper collection of waste matter and recyclables at the Collection Site.
Qualifications including being able to lift up to 75lbs and the possession of a valid drivers license and access to a vehicle capable of hauling the waste from Sunset Manor.
Applications are available here or by contacting the Village Clerk at 715-366-8171 or by email at clerk@villageofalmondwi.gov.
Town and Village of Almond residents are strongly encouraged to apply.
Online Public Opinion Survey Now Available for Portage County Residents & Landowners
Portage County is currently undergoing a 10-year update of its Comprehensive Plan and is asking for public input through an online survey.
The Comprehensive Plan is a guide to the county’s physical, social, and economic development, with a 20-year vision for future planning and community decisions. As part of the plan update process, an online survey has been launched for Portage County residents and landowners to provide input on land development, services, and environmental protections. This survey will be available through September 15, 2023, at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HBYNGQQ.
In addition to the survey opportunity, public input is also welcome in person at the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee meetings; by email to steeringcommittee.pcwi@gmail.com; or by mail to Portage County Planning & Zoning Department, 1462 Strongs Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, 54481. For more information about the Portage County Comprehensive Plan Update, or if unable to take the survey online contact Portage County Planner, Kristen Johnson, by phone at (715)346-1334 or by email at johnsokr@co.portage.wi.gov.