River Falls announces proposal to change and extend Extraterritorial Subdivision and Extraterritorial Zoning (ETZ) Authority in the Town of Troy.: River Falls announces proposal to change and extend Extraterritorial Subdivision and Extraterritorial Zoning (ETZ) Authority in the Town of Troy. Link to RIVER FALLS PLAN COMMISSION Agenda and Materials The City of River Falls is conducting a public hearing on Wednesday November 4, 6:30 PM at the City Council Chambers in River Falls, WI to discuss the following: PUBLIC HEARINGS: Plan Commission Resolution: Ordinance amending the City’s Comprehensive Plan relating to the City’s extraterritorial plat approval jurisdiction under Chapter 236 of the Wisconsin Statutes Plan Commission Recommendation: Ordinance amending Chapter 16.10 of the City of River Falls Municipal Code related to the City’s extraterritorial plat approval jurisdiction under Chapter 236 of the Wisconsin Statutes A link to the meeting materials is attached. In addition, Mayor Alison Page sent an email at 10:17 PM on October 29, 2026 to the surrounding Towns stating that “City of RF Plan Commission will be discussing possible changes to the ETZ at our next meeting on 11/4”. The referenced ETZ (Extraterritorial Zoning) changes that will be discussed have not yet been publicly disclosed. Mayor Page indicated at a meeting on Wednesday 10/28 that public comments will be accepted at all City of River Falls meetings from residents and landowners from adjacent municipalities. An informal discussion for Troy residents with Town of Troy representatives will be held at Troy Town Hall at on Saturday, October 31 at 10:00 AM.

Farmland Preservation & Development Rights

Farmland Preservation

The Town of Troy has been recognized by the State of Wisconsin as a leader in the preservation of farmland. This preservation is being accomplished through a market driven Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) program that uses no public funding. To date, the program has protected 1,589 acres of prime farmland under permanent conservation easements.

If the Town can implement its long term plan, without annexation and intervention from surrounding cities, the Town could ultimately, permanently preserve over 6,400 acres of farmland and 4,300 acres of open space. This permanent preservation program is succeeding where many others have failed.

For more detail on the Town of Troy's history or development, the 2014-2034 Comprehensive Plan is available

For info regarding population, reference chapter two of the Town's 2020-2025 Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan

Please consider filling out the following form if you are interested in the Town of Troy’s Farmland Preservation Program: TDR Contact Form

The Town is compiling a list of landowners who possess, or may in the future possess, development rights that could then be passed along to interested developers.

Farmland Preservation Biennial Reports- State of Wisconsin:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Wisconsin's Farmland Preservation Program helps farmers and local governments preserve farmland, protect soil and water, and minimize land use conflicts.

WI Farmland Preservation: interactive map providing information regarding AEA's (Agricultural Enterprise Areas), Farmland Preservation Plan Area, and Farmland Preservation Zoning District

DATCP Home Farmland Preservation Planning: Information for Landowners 

Town of Troy AEA