Built 127 years ago, this facility remains the oldest operating jail in Wisconsin and is now being revitalized through a careful blend of historic preservation and modernization. The new addition includes 32 cells and increases the facility’s capacity to house more than 80 inmates, doubling its current capacity. Designed by Klein McCarthy Architects, the facility prioritizes safety, security, and operational efficiency. A central secure monitoring area provides unobstructed sightlines into each two-story dayroom pod, ensuring both staff and inmates remain safe. A drive-through sallyport allows deputies to transport inmates into the booking area and holding cells safely and efficiently. A secure chase constructed behind the jail cells will provide easy access for maintenance of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. The addition is also directly connected to the existing law enforcement center, enabling seamless circulation between the new jail, the renovated sheriff’s office, and the courthouse. Currently, the exterior masonry veneer, which was specifically sourced to match the existing building and courthouse, is nearing completion, paving the way for site concrete work and topsoil grading. Inside, painting is in progress, and MEP finishes are set to begin shortly. These will be followed by the installation of security ceilings, detention doors, resinous flooring, and security glazing.

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As school gets out and the summer season begins, we are starting renovation projects for two nearby school districts, including the School District of Reedsburg and River Valley School District.

As the first phase in Reedsburg’s referendum project, the high school library is being renovated into a Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. This project will feature a state-of-the-art fabrication, collaboration, and design/innovation lab that can accommodate both individual classroom learning and large group instruction. The cafeteria will also be remodeled in this phase to include a school store. Future phases of the referendum will include a renovation and addition to support their growing Agricultural Education and Technical Education classes.

River Valley School District is investing into their Technology Education Department. The existing wood and metals shop will be renovated to include new windows, overhead doors, flooring, equipment, and ADA-compliant upgrades. The district is also renovating parts of the high school, intermediate school, and elementary school.

As part of our mission to engage students in every phase of their education, we are proudly employing youth apprentices from each school.