Village Of Sauk City

What Village Of Sauk City does

Village of Sauk City is a municipal government entity organized under Wisconsin state law and headquartered at 726 Water Street in Sauk City, Sauk County. It claims the historical distinction of being the oldest incorporated village in Wisconsin. The village delivers a full portfolio of civic services to its residents, businesses, and visitors, with core operations spanning electric, water, and sewer utilities (maintaining approximately 57 miles of electric line, 20 miles of water main, and 25 miles of sewer line), public works and street maintenance across 23.4 miles of village streets, garbage and recycling collection (delivered through a contract with Republic Services at $12.22 per residential customer per month), brush and compost services, parks and recreation facilities (including Riverfront Park and a 1.8-mile Riverwalk trail), emergency services coordination, library and cemetery services, municipal court, and economic development programs anchored by a 19.8-acre Business Park in TIF District #7.

The village's technology backbone is conventional municipal infrastructure rather than a software platform. Digital services include an online utility payment portal operated through Payment Service Network, interactive GIS property and zoning maps hosted on ArcGIS, an online community calendar, and Nixle-based emergency notifications. Distribution is multi-channel: in-person service at Village Hall, an online self-serve portal, phone-based customer service, and 911 for emergencies. Marketing is conducted through the official website (www.saukcity.net), press releases, a TikTok channel, and a partnership with the Sauk Prairie Chamber of Commerce.

The revenue model is a hybrid of compulsory and discretionary municipal income. Recurring streams include property taxes, monthly utility fees, monthly garbage collection fees ($12.22 per residential customer), and subscription-like billing for utilities. Transaction-based and one-time fees include park shelter rentals ($30-$60 per day for standard shelters; $100-$200 per day for Riverfront Park), permits and licenses, business park lot sales (Schoolyard Addition residential lots, TIF #7 commercial/industrial parcels), and utility reconnection fees ($40-$80 depending on service and time of day). Customer segments are horizontal: village residents (primary), local businesses (primary), and visitors/tourists (secondary). The village's partnerships with WEDC (Connect Communities Program, May 2025), WisDOT (Water Street Replacement Project, 2027-2028), Focus on Energy, the Sauk Prairie Sewerage Commission, Republic Services, and the Sauk County Development Corporation underpin both service delivery and economic development.

Name

Village Of Sauk City

Legal name

Village of Sauk City, Wisconsin

Website

https://saukcity.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Village of Sauk City is a Wisconsin municipal government delivering utilities, public works, garbage collection, parks, emergency coordination, permitting, and economic development programs to village residents, local businesses, and visitors in Sauk County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Water, Sewage and Other Systems (2213), Waste Collection (56211), Sewage Treatment Facilities (22132), Water Supply and Irrigation Systems (221310), Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (925), Administrative and Support Services (561)

SIC

Electric, Gas & Sanitary Services (4900), Refuse Systems (4953), Water Supply (4941), Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Works Departments (Streets, Bridges, Stormwater, Fleet, Maintenance) (BPAIALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mayor/City Manager & General Administration (BPAIACAA), Municipal Wastewater Collection (Sewer Networks) (BPALAMAA), Public Works / In-House Municipal Collection Operations (EUAIAAAF), Solid Waste & Recycling Services Administration (BPAIACAH), Housing & Neighborhood Services (Local Housing Programs) (BPAIACAJ)

Keywords

• Municipal utility services
• Public works
• Parks and recreation
• Waste management
• Economic development

Headquarters

HQ city

Sauk City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Property Taxes: Primary revenue source for municipal operations and services
2. Utility Fees: Monthly utility payments for electric, water, and sewer services
3. Garbage Collection Fees: Monthly garbage and recycling service fee of $12.22 per residential customer
4. Park Shelter Rentals: Rental fees for park shelters including Riverfront Park venue rentals
5. Permits and Licenses: Fees for various permits, licenses, and recreational fire permits

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Village of Sauk City delivers municipal government services to residents including electric, water, and sewer utilities across approximately 102 miles of combined infrastructure. It also provides waste management (garbage, recycling, brush pickup, compost), public works street maintenance across 23.4 miles of village streets, parks and recreation facilities with shelter rentals, emergency services coordination, and economic development through business and residential lot sales.

Product overview

Village of Sauk City is a municipal government offering a comprehensive portfolio of civic services to residents. The core service offerings include utilities (electric, water, sewer infrastructure maintained across approximately 57 miles of electric lines, 20 miles of water main, and 25 miles of sewer line), public works and street maintenance (covering approximately 23.4 miles of village streets), garbage and recycling collection through Republic Services, brush and compost collection services, and parks and recreation facilities including multiple parks with shelter rentals, splash pads, and riverfront amenities. Digital services include an online utility payment system via Payment Service Network and interactive GIS maps using ArcGIS. Economic development services encompass commercial and industrial land sales in the Business Park (TIF #7) and residential lot sales. The village also coordinates with partner organizations including the George Culver Community Library, Sauk City Cemetery Board, Municipal Court, Sauk Prairie Chamber of Commerce, and regional emergency services (ambulance, police, fire, emergency management).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sauk City Utilities Municipal electric, water, and sewer utility services provided to village residents and businesses, covering the village's full distribution network.
• Garbage & Recycling Collection Weekly garbage pickup and every-other-week recycling collection for residential customers at $12.22 per month per customer.
• Public Works & Street Maintenance Street maintenance service covering approximately 23.4 miles of village streets, including snowplowing, sweeping, sanding, blacktop patching, and seal coating.
• Brush Pickup Weekly brush pickup service available to residents on Thursdays with size restrictions on accepted brush.
• Compost Site Seasonal compost collection site where residents can drop off yard clippings and garden waste during scheduled hours.
• Parks & Recreation Facilities Public parks network including Meyer Oak Grove Park, Jaycee Athletic Park, Junge Park, Sauk City Riverfront Park with Splash Pad, Bill Fuchs Park, and Riverwalk trail along the Wisconsin River.
• Park Shelter Rentals Rental of standard park shelters at $30 per day on weekdays and $60 per day on weekends.
• Hahn Riverfront Park Rental Premium venue rental at Hahn Riverfront Park (626 Water Street) including green space with wooden pergola and historic Hahn House lower level for wedding ceremonies and events at $100 per day weekdays and $200 per day weekends.
• Business Park Lots Sale of commercial and industrial land in the Sauk City Business Park (TIF #7) off Lueders Road and Community Drive, totaling 19.8 acres with maximum 3.0-acre lots, zoned General Industry.
• Residential Lots - Schoolyard Addition Residential lot sales in the 'Schoolyard Addition' development on the former Spruce Street School site.
• Online Utility Payment System Online and phone payment system for utility bills via Payment Service Network with auto-pay option for automatic monthly withdrawals.
• GIS Maps Interactive GIS property and zoning maps using ArcGIS for property lookup and zoning information across the Sauk Prairie area.
• Municipal Court Municipal court services shared with the Sauk Prairie Police Department at 640 13th Street in Prairie du Sac.

Quantifiable outcome

• Sauk City ranked #3 Best Places to Bike in 2025 among U.S. Small Cities under 50,000
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 May 2025Sauk Prairie (including Sauk City) was welcomed into WEDC's Connect Communities Program in May 2025. This program provides economic development support, resources, and networking opportunities for community development initiatives.
• Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWisDOT is responsible for the Water Street Replacement Project (Highways 60 and 78) targeting construction in 2027-2028. The project includes pavement replacement and traffic signal installation, with WisDOT funding a significant portion of the work.
• Sauk Prairie Sewerage CommissioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint sanitary sewer treatment service with the Village of Prairie du Sac. Both villages share the Sauk Prairie Sewerage Commission for sewer treatment services.
• Republic ServicescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRepublic Services is the garbage contractor for the Village of Sauk City, operating a one-pass collection system with separate bins for garbage and recycling.
• Sauk County Development CorporationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty-level economic development corporation providing resources and support for business development in the Sauk County region.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Village of DeForest: Wisconsin village providing municipal utilities, public works, and parks/recreation; comparable governance and service delivery to Sauk City.
• Village of Waunakee: Small Wisconsin village operating municipal utilities, public works, parks and recreation, and economic development programs; comparable governance structure and service delivery model to Sauk City.
• Village of Prairie du Sac: Adjacent Wisconsin village sharing sewer treatment (Sauk Prairie Sewerage Commission), police, ambulance, and municipal court services with Sauk City; operates a virtually identical service mix for a similarly sized population.
• Town of Windsor: Wisconsin town/township-level government operating public works, utilities coordination, parks, and community development services; comparable municipal governance and service model.
• Village of Belleville: Small Wisconsin village providing municipal water, sewer, and public works services; comparable in scale and operational scope to Sauk City.
• Village of Cross Plains: Small Wisconsin village operating municipal utilities, public works, parks, and community development services; directly comparable scope and scale of operations.
• Village of Mount Horeb: Wisconsin village of comparable size with municipal electric, water, sewer utilities and active parks/recreation and economic development programs; similar small-village municipal operating model.
• Village of Oregon: Wisconsin village operating municipal utilities, public works, parks, and economic development programs with a comparable small-village service mix.

Regional players

• City of Baraboo: Sauk County seat and larger neighboring municipality in the same Wisconsin region; operates electric, water, sewer, and parks services with broader scale than Sauk City.
• City of Portage: Larger Columbia County city operating municipal electric, water, sewer, and parks; provides a comparable benchmark for utility operations in south-central Wisconsin.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sauk-utilities-limited

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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