Wisconsin Dells Police Department

05/07/2026

❗️❗️❗️Now accepting applications to fill a future Patrol Officer vacancy ❗️❗️❗️

DJ-LE-330 Application and Resume must be submitted by 5:00pm, on May 22nd to Chief Nicholas Brinker ([email protected])

05/04/2026

!!!K9 Rocky Retirement Announcement!!!

K9 Rocky began his service with the Wisconsin Dells Police Department in May 2018. Paired with his handler, Lt. Ben Wiese, they have been an inseparable and highly effective team since day one.

Over the years, K9 Rocky has been instrumental to our department, the local community, and surrounding areas. He has been responsible for numerous drug seizures, weapon recoveries, suspect tracking, and criminal apprehensions. His work ethic was second to none, and he never faltered in the face of danger. While the decision to retire was not his own, the time has come for him to relax and hand over his duties to K9 Vader and Officer Zibell.

K9 Rocky will spend his retirement with Lt. Wiese and his family here in Wisconsin Dells. We thank him for his years of dedicated service; he has certainly earned his rest.

We would also like to extend a special thank you to everyone who has donated to the WDPD K9 program over the years. This program and the service of these remarkable dogs would not be possible without your generous support.

And a very special thank you to the Wisconsin Dells Animal Hospital Team for your continued care of our K9s. Your team has been instrumental in keeping our K9s happy and healthy throughout their careers.

If you would like to make a donation to the WDPD K9 Program, please contact Lt. Wiese at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 608-253-1611

Thank you!

04/15/2026

We’re collecting hygiene items all month long to support individuals and families in our community. Consider stopping at any of our listed locations.

Most‑needed items include:
-Shampoo & conditioner
-Body wash
-Deodorant
-Body wipes
-Sunscreen
-Bug spray
-Feminine hygiene products

Your generosity helps promote health and well‑being across Columbia County. Thank you for supporting your neighbors and helping us build a healthier community.

04/15/2026

04/15/2026

**CITY LOT PARKING PASSES ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR 2026**
Local parking passes are now available at City Hall for $15.00! Must be SDWD Resident or Downtown Employee. Metered parking season starts April 1 through September 30. Limited number of passes are available.
-Proof of SDWD residency or downtown employment is required.
-Valid only in parking Lot 3 (N. Oak Street) and Lot 7 (behind Municipal Building).

02/12/2026

*** The phone lines are back up. We apologize for any inconvenience. ***

Our phone lines are currently down. We are actively working with the service provider to fix the issue. Please call the Columbia County Dispatch Center if you need to reach us: 608-745-6824.
Thank you.

12/08/2025

Please be advised that beginning December 1, Alternate Side/Winter Parking Regulations will be in effect. Please click on the link below for more information.
https://citywd.org/departments/parking-board/alternate-side-parking/

❄️Snow Removal - sidewalks (city ord. 5.04(4):
All sidewalks must be cleared of snow and ice within 48 hours after snow stops. Commercial properties must be cleared within 24 hrs. Please call the Public Works Office with any questions.

12/08/2025

The City of Wisconsin Dells is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious LTE Journeyman Lineman to join our team for a limited-term assignment. This position assists in the operation, maintenance, and construction of the City's electrical power distribution and does work necessary to ensure the system operates reliably. Hours are Monday-Friday, 7am to 4pm. This position has the potential to transition into a full-time role based on performance and operational needs. While journeyman linemen are preferred, apprentices that have completed their 9 month school may also be considered for the role. Starting wage is $28.08 - $46.80 DOQ. Applications will be accepted through December 14, 2025 at 6:00pm.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wisconsindells/jobs/5156532/lte-journeyman-lineman?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

11/02/2025

*** UPDATE: Reunited with owner ***

Anyone know where I live? I was found in the Dells at River Rd and Kansas Ave. Please contact WDPD with any information. 608-253-1611
Thank you.

10/31/2025

🎃 Help keep this Halloween from becoming a deadly scary nightmare.

Watch out for all the little witches, ghouls and goblins trick or treating.

If you drink, don't drive. 👀

09/18/2025

***PRESS RELEASE – WISCONSIN RIVER DEATH INVESTIGATION***

At approximately 11:47pm, on Wednesday, September 17th, Police and Rescue units were dispatched to the vicinity of 29 Broadway Avenue, for reports of male who fell over a railing and into the Wisconsin River below.

Kilbourn Fire Department launched a rescue boat shortly after to begin rescue attempts. At approximately 1:20am, the Kilbourn Fire Department was able to recover the male from the river. Unfortunately, the male was deceased.

Based upon surveillance footage from the area, and witness statements, foul play is not suspected. The investigation is ongoing, and the decedent’s name will not be released at this time, pending notification of family.

We were assisted by the Kilbourn Fire Department, Dells/Delton EMS, Lake Delton Police Department, Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, and the Columbia County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Chief Nicholas Brinker