District 4 Alderperson· 2025-2028
Casey Nelson
De Pere, WI
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 13
- Total speaking time
- 17:26
- Avg per meeting
- 1:20
- Segments
- 374
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Top issues during term (20)(Parks Rec)
Wilson Park improvement project donation
Adds $5,000 in donated value to city parks at no cost to taxpayers.
Youth recreation project planning (skate park, ice rink, and other concepts)
Funding has been tentatively designated for Youth Commission initiatives in 2027, though no project costs were specified.
Carney Park playground surfacing replacement
$61,476 committed for Volunteer Park, with Carney Park costs TBD after rebidding.
Native gardens and planned natural landscapes in city parks
Watering new gardens could require hiring a contractor with a water truck since staff lacks resources.
Downtown walking tour expansion
No additional cost identified; it's a volunteer and staff effort.
Voyageur Dock replacement
Up to $81,014 total from unassigned reserves, less any Nelson family contribution.
Fox Point Boat Launch repairs
$14,276.50 total from city reserves.
Refurbishing Wisconsin Historical Society markers
Up to $6,400 from the commission's annual sign budget if carryover is approved.
Youth volunteer opportunities at community events
Recreation scholarship donation
$250 added to the scholarship fund that offsets program costs for families.
Ice Arena flooring replacement
$149,490.70 total, with up to $50,000 drawn from city reserves.
NFL Alumni Youth Football Camp at VFW Park
The city takes 10% of camp registration fees (typically $299-329 per camper) and 25% of any registrations the department secures.
Volunteer Park recognition sign and project progress
Playground construction funded through the professional services agreement with Lee Recreation.
'See a Sign, Lend a Hand' neighbor-help initiative
Fire truck history project pays off
Could unlock grant funding for restoring the historic fire wagon.
Sister Cities youth leadership opportunities
Business sponsorships for community events
Private donations covered the fireworks show and event sponsorships.
Mystic Creek access trail to Southwest Park
No cost to taxpayers — the roughly $60,000 trail project is fully covered by donations.
De Pere Ice Arena electrical upgrades
Youth Commission involvement in historic preservation
Decisions during term (0)
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Voting record (0)(Parks Rec)
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