General Program

How is CAP Set Up?
CAP was established in 2003 as a 501 (c) (3) non profit organization with an eleven member board of directors. The Cambridge Superintendent of Schools and a member of the Cambridge School Board, to be appointed by said School Board, shall be ex officio Board members, with full voting rights. CAP receives tax levy support from the Cambridge School District through Fund 80.

What is fund 80?
Fund 80 is a fund levied through the local school district that is used to account for community activities. The activities for this fund are governed by Wisconsin State Statue 120.13(19) Community Programs and Services – “A school board may establish and maintain community education, training, recreational, cultural or athletic programs and services, outside the regular curricular and extracurricular programs for pupils, under such terms and conditions as the school board prescribes. The school board may establish and collect fees to cover all or part of the costs of such programs and services. Costs associated with such programs and services shall not be included in the school district’s shared cost under 121.07(6).”

More information about Fund 80 can be found at the Department of Instruction web site: DPI Website

How is CAP Funded?
The 2021 total CAP budget: $823,988. Approximately sixty-one percent of the budget is supported directly by participant fees, grants and donations. Thirty-nine percent of the budget, $321,356, is supported by tax dollars levied through the fund 80. The budget includes operation of CAP CARE, the Youth Center, Cambridge Area Pool, Ripley Park, the Cambridge Food Pantry and all other CAP programs, athletics, and activities.

How do I register for CAP programs?
1) Online Registration
You can view programs, review details, check availability,& register from the comfort of your home 24/7!
Step 1: Visit www.cambridgecap.recdesk.com
Step 2: Sign In/Create an account
Step 3: Register for programs or memberships
Step 4: Make a payment

2) Walk In
You can register at any of the CAP offices during open hours.

3) Phone
We are happy to assist you with registering for a program over the phone at (608) 423-8108. Payment via credit card will be required. To register for recreation programs, you must sign up at least one week before the start date. Be sure to note the start dates so you don’t miss a session. Registration deadlines for youth and adult sports leagues are listed in their specific section of the website. If you register more than seven days after the deadline, your spot isn’t guaranteed, and extra fees may apply. Registration is first come, first served, and spots may fill up quickly. Payment is required to reserve a spot.

How often does the CAP brochure come out?
The brochure is printed two times a year – Fall/Winter is available in August, and the Spring/Summer brochure is available in February.

Where do I get a CAP brochure?
The CAP brochure is available online at the homepage.  CAP is going green and only printing enough copies to be distributed to the local schools, banks, and the community library.  Any of the CAP offices will also have brochures available if you would like a hard copy.

Will CAP programs (including aquatics) be run if the school is closed due to weather?                                                                          
Anytime the school is closed or delayed due to weather all CAP programs will also either be closed or delayed.

When does the CAP Board meet?
The CAP Board generally meets on the third Wednesday of every month.

Can I attend a CAP Board meeting?
All meetings are open to the public and community members are encouraged to attend.