Stay Connected
Stay in the Know
We want Sun Prairie community members to feel connected to their local government and be able to stay informed on all that goes on. Whether you prefer participating in public meetings or engaging online, there are many ways to join the conversation and make a difference. Explore the avenues below to discover how you can actively contribute and be a part of shaping our community's future.
Media Requests
Media inquiries can be directed to Ashley Manthei, Communications Manager at amanthei@cityofsunprairie.com or (608) 608-0322.
Communications Channels
City staff use a variety of tools to communicate to the public about what's going on in the City. Check them out to see which one works best for you.
And, to learn more about how we're actively working to improve city communications, see the Ad-Hoc Communications Committee Final Report, which was presented to City Council in November of 2025.
City Social Media
Staff regularly post on the City Facebook and LinkedIn accounts about major initiatives, community events, public input opportunities, and more. Get connected to both by accessing the following links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityofsunprairie
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/city-of-sun-prairie
Interested in following a specific department or division, check out some of the specific Facebook pages below:
- Sun Prairie Police Department
- Sun Prairie Fire & EMS Department - Fire Division
- Sun Prairie Fire & EMS Department - EMS Division
- Sun Prairie Parks & Recreation Department
- Sun Prairie Public Library
- Sun Prairie Public Works
- Sun Prairie Media Center
- Sun Prairie Historical Library and Museum
- Downtown Sun Prairie
- Visit Sun Prairie
Direct Text Messaging Services
TextMyGov
TextMyGov is a way to get a direct text message about upcoming events, city building closures, and more. Any device that has texting capabilities can use this tool. No download is required and the users must subscribe to the service first.
To subscribe to general notifications the user can text SPNOTIFY to 91896.
NIXLE
Sun Prairie Police Department uses Nixle, which is a free service that gives the department the ability to communicate with subscribers via e-mail, text, and web messages with timely alerts on information important to them. Citizens can opt in to receive text messages, e-mails, or both. Alerts may include weather advisories, road conditions / closures, and announcements of snow emergencies.
You can subscribe here: https://local.nixle.com/signup/widget/m/999
The Big 5 Community Newsletter
This is a monthly e-newsletter that highlights the top city news stories and pairs each story with a recorded interview. Additional content featured includes city department updates, community events, recordings of recent City Council meetings, and more!
Subscribe here: https://cityofsunprairie.com/886/The-Big-5-Newsletter
Sun Prairie Media Center
The Sun Prairie Media Center is dedicated to empowering and uniting our community by producing informative, educational, and entertaining programming. By Sun Prairie community members, for Sun Prairie community members, they aim to educate, inform, and empower each individual in their reach.
You can hear this quality community programming by tuning into 103.5 FM The Sun Community Radio and watching it online at KSUN Now. To access content, please visit https://www.sunprairiemediacenter.com/ or download the Sun Prairie Media Center app!
Engage with your Elected Officials
Active citizen engagement is at the heart of our local government. Whether you have ideas, concerns, questions, or want to get more involved, we're here to guide you. Explore the key contacts and pathways to make your voice heard at every level of our city’s government:
The purpose of the City Council is to represent the citizens of the City of Sun Prairie and exercise legislative powers convenient and necessary for the governance of the City. Specifically, the Common Council has the responsibility for the governance and control of City property, finances, infrastructure, and public services; and has the power to act for the government and the good order of the City, the health, safety, and welfare of the public. The City of Sun Prairie is broken down into four aldermanic districts, each with two alderpersons who serve two year terms.
There are a total of eight City Council Members and the Mayor. Two alders are elected from each of the four districts that make up the City of Sun Prairie. Terms for Council Members are two years, and are staggered so one Council position from each district is open in any given local election. The Mayor is also elected to a two year term.
The Sun Prairie Common Council has four standing committees: Finance, Personnel, Public Works, and Public Safety. Each committee consists of three alderpersons and two citizen members, appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council.
Sun Prairie has various citizen boards and commissions that contribute to making our city a better place to live. Appointments are made by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council
If you're a Sun Prairie resident, consider joining a board or commission! Simply create a login on our website and complete the online application form.
The City Administrator is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the city, and ensures that city services are delivered and provided to the citizens efficiently and effectively.
City Departments and Staff Contact Information
The City is made up of various departments and divisions who strive to offer exceptional city services.