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Smooth Rock Falls sets Aug. 4 Committee of Adjustment, council meetings at Town Hall

Justin Barber

Jul 30, 2026

A Committee of Adjustment meeting and a regular council meeting are scheduled for Aug. 4, 2026, at 6 p.m. at Smooth Rock Falls Town Hall.

The meetings may affect local planning and municipal decisions, and residents who want to follow along can attend in person or join virtually.

Agendas will be posted on the town’s council meeting portal once published.

The town says the meetings will also be available on Zoom.

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