In 2025, the North Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (NCWRPC) produced this report in response to growing concerns over child care access and affordability. Child care impacts working families and contributes to workforce shortages across the region. This plan assesses current child care capacity through an analysis of demographics, provider availability, costs, and historical trends to present a comprehensive view of the county’s child care landscape. The plan offers several recommendations to address the identified challenges and support improvements in the child care system.