City of Lodi

Bronze (2021-2024)

Population: 3,100
Lead Applicant: Reach Out Lodi

The City of Lodi is nestled in a peaceful valley approximately 25 miles northwest of Madison. We are an Ice Age Train Community surrounded by hiking and biking trails, and we’re situated ~6 miles from the free Merrimac Ferry. Our highly-ranked school district encompasses parts of surrounding towns and villages, and features STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) Labs in all four buildings. The School District of Lodi is fortunate to be a federal Drug Free Community grant recipient, supporting the Lodi Community Action Team (LCAT) coalition to successfully reduce youth use of alcohol, marijuana, and illicit prescription drugs. Lodi’s thriving group of service organizations and faith communities successfully work to support the community.

Initiatives:

• Reach Out Community Center & Community Store

• Ice Age National Scenic Trail- Lodi Chapter

• Lodi Community Action Team (2007, grant in 2011)