PowerCore Energy — Job Openings: PowerCore continues to accept applications for facility support roles. Apply through the PowerCore Jobs Portal app. All applicants subject to background check and non-disclosure agreement.
What Town Hall Can Help You With
🏗️ Building & Land Use (Zoning)
Thinking about a building project, or have zoning questions? Talk to Ellen Pritchard, our Zoning Officer. She handles permits and will make sure everything is in order.
*Forms can be photocopied at Town Hall during business hours.*
🗑️ Trash & Recycling
Bill will be by with his truck when he can. Please be available to help if it's something large.
Questions? Stop by M–F 9 AM – 4 PM or call the main number.
⚡ Utilities & Power
Electricity is generated by the Reach Dam hydroelectric facility. PowerCore Energy has taken over certain grid infrastructure — for grid questions, residents may be directed to their facility.
🌊 Inspiration Spring & Water
Carter Creek and Inspiration Spring have historically fed Reach Lake and the town water supply. Current spring flow conditions are under monitoring. Contact Town Hall for updates.
What's Happening Around Town
- Weekly
ThuBingo Night at the Community Center - Weekly
FriFriday Night Fish Fry at the Grand Reach Lodge - Monthly
1st MonTown Hall Community Meeting - SeasonalLumber Fair & Lake Regatta
- SummerCamp Inspiration — Day Camp Sessions
Important Town Notices
- Winter Parking: Do not park on the street overnight when snow is forecast. Helps our plow drivers keep roads clear and safe.
- Pier Cleanup: Please clean up fish scraps at the local pier. Let's keep Reach Lake beautiful.
- Reminder to Gary: Gary — please stop putting gasoline in your sprinkler system. It's not good for the lawn, the environment, or your safety. We say this with love.
- Drone Activity: Residents have noted increased commercial drone flights over Sawyer's Reach. These are authorized by PowerCore Energy for facility operations.
- Internet & Search Concerns: We are aware that Sawyer's Reach does not appear correctly in online search results. We are working to resolve this. To direct visitors here directly: sawyersreachbook.com
Who's Running the Town
| Office | Name | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mayor | Mayor Lila Warren | In Office |
| Chief of Police | Chief Holt | In Office |
| Town Treasurer | Ronald Kinsey | In Office |
| Zoning Officer | Ellen Pritchard | In Office |
| Town Council Seat 3 | Currently Vacant | Pending Election |
Notable Local Businesses & Landmarks
🏕️ Camp Inspiration
Summer camp on Carter Creek. Operated by Ben & Emily Carter. Family-run for generations.
🏨 Grand Reach Lodge
Historic lodge built in the 1940s. Currently closed to guests pending renovations.
🛒 Carter's Grocery
Emily Carter's grocery on Main Street. Open M–Sat. Stop in and say hello — visitor traffic has been light lately.
How to Find Us
General Questions
(See the Town Clerk)
Judith Harrow
Ext. 101
Please pay taxes and bills in person.
Town Hall Main Phone
341-1898
Open M–F, 9 AM – 4 PM
Our Location
100 Main Street
Sawyer's Reach, WI 54401
Sawyer's Reach is a fictional town from the novel Sawyer's Reach: The Battle for Tomorrow by Nick Duda.
If you found your way here from the book or podcast — welcome, neighbor. You found the Easter egg.