Adams County

Adams County is a county located in central Wisconsin. As of the 2020 census, the population was 20,654. The county seat is Friendship. The county was created in 1848 and is named after the second President of the United States, John Adams. Adams County is known for its rolling hills and scenic views. It is also home to the Big Roche-A-Cri State Park, which features a large rock formation and hiking trails. The county is mostly rural, with agriculture being the main industry.

TitleDate
EMSI Reports – Economy OverviewJuly 17, 2024
Adams County Economic Profile 2024January 22, 2024
City of Adams Outdoor Recreation Plan 2024-2028December 29, 2023
Adams County Broadband PlanSeptember 27, 2023
Adams County Outdoor Recreation Plan 2024-2028August 7, 2023
Town of Big Flats Comprehensive Plan 2023July 28, 2023
Town of Quincy Comprehensive Plan 2022March 1, 2022
Town of Easton Comprehensive Plan 2022February 21, 2022
Adams County Economic Profile 2022January 1, 2022
Adams County All Hazards Mitigation Plan Update 2020August 18, 2020
Adams County Strategic PlanOctober 1, 2019
Adams-Friendship Safe Routes to School PlanOctober 1, 2019
City of Adams Outdoor Recreation Plan 2019-2023June 1, 2019
Adams County Comprehensive Plan 2018January 15, 2019
Adams County Outdoor Recreation Plan 2019-2023January 1, 2019
Adams-Juneau Flood Resiliency StudyDecember 1, 2018
Adams County Locally Developed, Coordinated Public Transit-Human Service Transportation Plan 2019-2023August 31, 2018
Town of Adams Comprehensive Plan 2018May 1, 2018
Village of Friendship Comprehensive Plan 2018March 1, 2018
City of Adams Comprehensive Plan 2017September 1, 2017
Town of Richfield Comprehensive Plan 2017August 1, 2017
Town of Jackson Comprehensive Plan 2017April 1, 2017
Town of Preston Comprehensive Plan 2017March 1, 2017
Adams County Farmland Preservation Plan 2016December 1, 2016
Adams County Rural and Industrial Development Commission Economic Development StrategyNovember 17, 2016
Town of Colburn Comprehensive Plan 2016November 1, 2016
Town of New Chester Comprehensive Plan 2016November 1, 2016
Town of Dell Prairie Comprehensive Plan 2016September 1, 2016
Town of Rome Comprehensive Plan 2016May 1, 2016
Adams County Land and Water Resource Management Plan 2010-2015November 1, 2015
Adams County All Hazards Mitigation Plan Update 2015August 1, 2015
2014-2018 Locally Developed, Coordinated Public Transit – Human Services Transportation PlanAugust 22, 2013
Town of Big Flats Comprehensive Plan 2013August 1, 2013
Adams County Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan SummaryMay 1, 2013
Adams County Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan – 2013May 1, 2013
Adams County Outdoor Recreation Plan 2013-2018April 9, 2013
Village of Friendship Traffic Count Report – 2010October 20, 2010
Big Flats/Monroe Community Wildfire Protection Plan 2010July 27, 2010
Adams County All Hazards Mitigation Plan Update 2009August 12, 2009

Lincoln County All Hazards Mitigation Plan Update 2017

Lincoln County All Hazards Mitigation Plan (AHMP) Update describes and documents the process used to develop the plan update. This includes how it was prepared and who (committee, organizations, departments, staff, consultants, etc.) was involved in the update process.  It also describes the local government involvement, the time period in which the update was prepared, and who to contact to answer questions and make recommendations for future amendments to the plan.

Village of Spencer Comprehensive Plan 2017

The Village of Spencer Comprehensive Plan is intended to guide Village and county decision makers on a variety of issues over the next twenty years. This plan documents existing conditions in the Village and identifies primary issues or concerns to address in the future and identifies policies and actions to address those concerns. It includes information that assists in making decisions about such topics as future development, land use, transportation, housing, and economic development.

City of Tomahawk Comprehensive Plan 2017

The City of Tomahawk Comprehensive Plan is intended to guide city decision makers on a variety of issues over the next twenty years. This plan documents existing conditions in the city as well as issues and concerns to address in the future. Additionally this plan presents policies and actions to address those concerns. Lastly, it includes information that will assist in making decision about such topics as future development, land use, transportation, housing, and economic development.

City of Adams Comprehensive Plan 2017

The City of Adams Comprehensive Plan is tended to guide city and county decision makers on a variety of issues over the next twenty years. This plan documents existing conditions in the City and identified primary issues or convers to address in the future and identifies policies and actions to address those concerns. It includes information that assists in making decisions about such topics as future development, land use, transportation, housing and economic development.

Village of Stratford Comprehensive Plan 2017

The Village of Stratford Comprehensive Plan is intended to guide village decision-makers, property owners, developers, civic and non-profit organizations and community members in the growth, development, and improvement of the Village of Stratford. Each chapter of this plan documents existing conditions in the village and identifies primary issues or concerns
the village may need to address in the future. It includes information on the village’s demographics, natural resources, land use, transportation, utilities, housing, cultural resources, community facilities, parks, economic development, and intergovernmental cooperation.

Town of Lemonweir Comprehensive Plan 2017

The Town of Lemonweir Comprehensive Plan is intended to be the will-of-the-people in writing for land use planning. When the people’s desires in this community change, so too should this document. Local officials shall use this document to save time when making land use decisions. The Plan will also assist in development and management issues of public administration by addressing short-range and long-range concerns regarding development, and preservation of the community.

Town of Ringle Comprehensive Plan 2017

The Town of Ringle Comprehensive Plan is intended to guide town and county decision makers on a variety of issues over the next twenty years. This plan documents existing conditions in the Town and identifies primary issues or concerns to address in the future and identifies policies and actions to address those concerns. It includes information that assists in making decisions about such topics as future development, land use, transportation, housing, and economic development.

Town of Marathon Comprehensive Plan 2017

The Town of Marathon Comprehensive Plan identifies existing conditions in the Town as well as issues and concerns on a number of topics including future development, land use, transportation, housing, and economic development. Additionally this plan presents policies and actions to address those concerns and take future action. Public Input was sought at all stages of the planning process. This plan is intended to guide Town decision makers on a variety of issues over the next twenty years.