Village of Cottage Grove

10/30/2026

Don't forget to have your brush at the curb by 6 a.m. on Monday, November 2, for curbside brush collection.

For more information about brush collection, refer to the Village website.

10/28/2026

Join our team as the next Support Specialist (Police/Court)!

As a Support Specialist (Police/Court), you’ll assist community members and officers, maintain accurate records, and handle critical tasks that keep police and court operations running efficiently. Join a dedicated team in a role that offers variety and purpose.

Starting wage for the position is $25-$29/hour, depending on qualifications. Excellent benefits include participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).

Learn more and apply online through the Village website by November 12.

Welcome to Village of Cottage Grove (WI) application process!  The Village of Cottage Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer and appreciates your interest in joining our team.

10/27/2026

Village staff showed our support for the Milwaukee Brewers today!

Let's go BREWERS! ⚾💙💛

10/27/2026

The Village of Cottage Grove Trick or Treat Hours are Saturday, October 31, from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

To ensure a fun evening for everyone, please keep these safety tips in mind:

🔦Stay Visible: Add reflective tape to costumes and carry flashlights.
🚗Be Cautious: Drivers, please watch out for Trick or Treaters and drive slowly through neighborhoods.
🍬Candy Check: Parents, inspect treats before they’re enjoyed!

10/26/2026

It's the final week of in-person absentee voting hours at Village Hall for the Fall General Election taking place on Tuesday, November 3.

Remaining in-person absentee voting hours are as follows:
🔸Monday, October 26 - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
🔸Tuesday, October 27 - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
🔸Wednesday, October 28 - 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
🔸Thursday, October 29 - 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
🔸Friday, October 30 - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
🔸Saturday, October 31 - 10 a.m. to Noon

As of this morning, there were 1,146 absentee ballots issued, which includes 369 in-person absentee voters. Total returned ballots (including in-person absentee ballots) is at 829.

10/26/2026

The Village of Cottage Grove has the following meetings scheduled for this week:
🔸Village Board 2027 Budget Workshop - Monday, October 26, 5:30 p.m.
🔸Board of Review - Wednesday, October 28, 5 p.m.
🔸Emergency Management Committee - Thursday, October 29, 3 p.m.

The agenda materials for these meetings are posted on the Village website.

10/22/2026

Thanks to the Cottage Grove Chamber Of Commerce for inviting Village Administrator Matt Giese and Assistant Administrator/Finance Director Cameron Sawyer to present at your meeting today.

10/21/2026

New light poles will be installed at the Glacial Drumlin State Trail parking lot on Thursday, October 22 (rain date is Friday). During this time, the parking lot will be closed.

10/20/2026

❗Reminder: In-person absentee voting for the General Election starts today, October 20, and the hours are Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition, the Clerk's Office will be available during these special hours:

🔸Wednesday, October 21, 2026, until 5:30 p.m.
🔸Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon
🔸Monday, October 26, 2026, until 5 p.m.
🔸Tuesday, October 27, 2026, until 5 p.m.
🔸Friday, October 30, 2026, until 5 p.m.
🔸Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon

The last day to in-person absentee vote is October 31.

Go to MyVote website to view a sample ballot, find your polling location, and more! It’s your one-stop for all information related to the upcoming election.

10/18/2026

The Village of Cottage Grove has the following meetings scheduled for this week:
🔸Village Board - Monday, October 19, 6:30 p.m.
🔸Library Board - Wednesday, October 21, 6 p.m.
🔸Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Committee - Thursday, October 22, 6 p.m.

The agenda materials for these meetings are posted on the Village website.