Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Waunakee Police Department May Newsletter

To view the Waunakee Police Department's May 2013 Newsletter, click on the following link:

Waunakee Police Department May 2013 Newsletter

Friday, April 26, 2013

Clean Sweep Opens New Facility

On May 1, 2013, Clean Sweep will be opening a new year round facility located at 7102 US Highway 12 in Madison. Clean Sweep is a place to bring hazardous household materials such as Oil-Based Paints and Paint-Related Products, Pesticides & Poisons, Household Products Containing Organic Solvents, Ignitables, and Aerosols, and Rechargeable Batteries. By providing the public with an opportunity to safely dispose of such hazardous products, Clean Sweep keeps these products out of landfills and lowers the environmental risks associated with such improper disposal. The payoff is a cleaner, healthier environment. Hours of operation are as follows:

Tuesday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 2:45 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Closed Sundays, Mondays and Holidays

Please visit the following link for further information: Clean Sweep

Weekly Update/Public Works Improvements

Please click on the link below to view the April 29 Weekly Update for Public Works Improvements.

April 29 Weekly Update/Public Works Improvements

Weekly Update/Main Street Utility Improvements

Please click on the link below to view the April 29 Weekly Update for Main Street Utility Improvements.

April 29 Weekly Update/Main Street Utility Improvements

Thursday, April 25, 2013

Are You Planning on Attending Tri 4 Schools Next Saturday?

Are you planning on attending Tri 4 Schools next Saturday?  Are you interested in receiving more information about the event?  If so, please listen to this week's episode of the Waunakee Lions Pridecast--available at: http://waunakeelions.podbean.com.  The episode focuses on the reasons the event is being held, the benefit that the event will provide to our schools, and will provide the listener with a bit more information about the organizations that are helping make the event possible.

Reminder: Lone Eagle Social Mixer & Info Session Next Thursday

May 2nd, 2013
4:00-6:00 PM
Lucky’s Bar & Grille
1008 Quinn Drive

Waunakee's Lone Eagle Initiative is holding its next meeting next Thursday, May 2nd, from 4:00 - 6:00 at Lucky's.  In addition to providing another opportunity for home office professionals to network and socialize with one another, we’re planning a short presentation by Ellen Schaaf, Executive Director of the Waunakee Area Chamber of Commerce, about the services that our local chamber can offer to our community of home office professionals.

Please check our webpage at: http://www.waunakee-ed.com/loneeagles to view our growing directory of home office professionals in the area, information about shared work spaces, local resources, news, and more.  If you have any questions about the Initiative, or any other matter, please contact Stephen Bechler at adminintern@vil.waunakee.wi.us or at 850-2830.

Community Awards Night

Rex's Innkeeper
301 North Century Avenue
Waunakee, Wisconsin
Sunday, April 28, 2013
5:30 PM

This is the 39th year of recognizing the efforts of local citizens to make Waunakee a wonderful community in which to live. All community members are invited and we extend a special invitation to all former winners to attend and be recognized for your past contributions. Cocktails and socializing will begin at 5:30 PM, dinner at 6:30 PM and the honors program will follow. Please join the civic and service clubs of your community in honoring these deserving individuals who so freely give of their time and talents to make the Waunakee area a great place to live and work.

Tickets are $18.00 a person. Please contact the following individuals to purchase tickets:

Lion Ray Kuehl @ 849-4000
Lion Dave Hineline @ 849-5507
Rex's Innkeeper

Meeting Notifications - April 28th through May 4th

The following official Village meetings will take place this coming week:
Library Board, Monday, April 29, 2013 @ 5:30 PM located at 710 South Street (Waunakee Public Library)
Briefings on Main, Tuesday, April 30, 2013 @ 8:30 AM located at 100 East Main Street (Waunakee Chamber of Commerce)
Parks and Recreation Committee, Wednesday, May 2, 2013 @ 5:45 PM located at 333 South Madison Street (Village Center)
Lone Eagles Social Mixer & Informational Session, Thursday, May 2, 2013 @ 4:00 PM located at 1008 Quinn Drive, Waunakee (Lucky's Bar and Grill)

Check out this prior post on this topic:
http://waunablog.blogspot.com/2013/04/meeting-notifications-april-21st.html

Agendas may change prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agenda for these meetings will be posted at the following official posting places:
Waunakee Village Hall (500 West Main Street)
Waunakee Senior Center (333 South Madison Street)
Waunakee/Westport Chamber of Commerce (100 East Main Street)
Waunakee Police Station (205 North Klein Drive)
Waunakee Utilities (322 Moravian Valley Road)
Waunakee Public Library (710 South Street)
Waunakee Public Works (504 Moravian Valley Road)

Access Meeting Materials On-Line: Agendas and most meeting packets (which include related memos and other supporting materials) will be posted on the Village of Waunakee website utilizing the following link:
http://public.waunakee.com/sirepub/meet.aspx

You are welcome to contact Village Hall with any questions about these meetings at (608) 850-8500 or email us at frontdesk@vil.waunakee.wi.us

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Triathlon Volunteers Needed!

Tri 4 Schools - Waunakee Kids Triathlon
Saturday, May 4, 2013
Waunakee High School
301 Community Drive
Waunakee, Wisconsin

Sign up know to volunteer to be a part of the Tri 4 School Kids Triathlon this spring. This event is co-sponsored by the Waunakee Village Center, the Waunakee Schools and Tri 4 Schools Inc.

Saturday, May 4 is the day to mark on your calendars! We will be partnering with Tri 4 Schools to bring a kids triathlon the Village of Waunakee! Tri 4 Schools was founded with the goal of getting kids active through triathlons and other multisport activities. All money raised from this event will go back to schools to fund athletic or nutrition programs.

For more information visit th Tri 4 Schools website at www.tri4schools.com. To sign up to volunteer, visit the following webpage: http://www.tri4schools.com/get-involved/volunteer/

Spring Leaf Collection

Spring leaf collection will begin on April 29, 2013 and end on May 8, 2013, weather permitting. Please remember to keep the brush and leaves separate from each other. Leaves must be on the terrace in front of your house, not in the road. If you would like to haul your own leaves and brush, you may take them out to the compost site on Highway Q south of the Village just past Highway K. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Waunakee Public Works Garage at (608) 849-5892.

Board of Review

June 6, 2013
5:00 PM
Waunakee Village Hall
500 West Main Street
Waunakee, WI 53597

It is recommended that you attend Open Book to discuss your property's assessment value with the assessor prior to appearing before the Board of Review. If you are not satisfied with your assessment value, you will need to make arrangements with the Village Clerk's office to appear before the Board of Review. You must provide the Village Clerk with written or oral notice of your intent to file an objection by 5:00 PM, Tuesday, June 4, 2013. In addition, a written and signed form of objection to property assessment must be completed and filed with the Village Clerk's office. Objection forms will be available at Open Book, at the Village Clerk's office, Village Hall, 500 West Main Street, Waunakee, Wisconsin, or at http://www.vil.waunakee.wi.us/DocumentCenter/Home/View/423. You must object to the total value of the property. You may not object to only the land value or improvement value.

If you have further questions or concerns, you may visit our Village Website or contact the Village Clerk, Julee Helt at (608) 850-2827.

Monday, April 22, 2013

Open Book

Thursday, May 16, 2013
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Waunakee Village Hall
500 West Main Street
Waunakee, WI 53597

Open Book refers to a period of time before Board of Review when the completed assessment roll is open for examination. At Open Book, the assessor is allowed to make any changes that are necessary to perfect the assessment roll. Instructional materials on appealing an assessment value to the Board of Review will be available. The deadline for providing notice of intent to object will be due to the Village Clerk's office by 5:00 PM on Tuesday, June 4, 2013. All persons who have questions or concerns pertaining to their property assessment are encouraged to contact the assessor throughout the year. Please schedule an appointment at the assessor's open book session before filing a formal objection for the Board of Review. Appointments should be made by contacting Associated Appraisal Consultants Inc. at 1 (800) 721-4157.

If you have further questions or concerns, you may visit our Village Website or contact the Village Clerk, Julee Helt at (608) 850-2827.

Saturday, April 20, 2013

Schumacher 2013 Prairie Work Day

April 28, 2013
9:00 AM - Noon

Schumacher Farm Park
5682 Highway 19
Waunakee, WI
608-849-4559

Schumacher Farm Park is restoring a small patch of pristine native prairie and expanding its trails on an additional 10 acres. We need people to lead work parties, haul brush and create trails. Will you join us?

To register, go to www.schumacherfarmpark.org or call Mike Shucha at (608) 849-4305 or email jmshu@chorus.net.

Friday, April 19, 2013

Representative Dianne Hesselbein Listening Session

Wisconsin State Representative Dianne Hesselbein will be holding a Listening Session.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

6:00 - 7:00 PM

Waunakee Village Center
Community Room B
333 South Madison Street
Waunakee, WI

Click here for more details.

New Lone Eagle Initiative LinkedIn Group

In order to facilitate easier member-to-member communication for participants in the Lone Eagle Initiative, the Village has set up a LinkedIn group: Lone Eagles LinkedIn Group.  Please feel free to join, and forward this information on to others.

For more information about the Initiative, you can also visit our webpage at: http://www.waunakee-ed.com/loneeagles

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Weekly Updates/Main Street Utility Improvements

Please click on the link below to view the April 22 Weekly Update for Main Street Utility Improvements.

April 22 Weekly Update/Main Street Utility Improvements

Weekly Updates/Public Works Improvements

Please click on the link below to view the April 22 Weekly Update for Public Works Improvements.

April 22 Weekly Update/Public Works Improvements

Meeting Notifications - April 21st through April 27th

The following official Village meetings will take place this coming week:
Utility Commission, Monday, April 22, 2013 @ 5:30 PM located at 322 Moravian Valley Road (Waunakee Utilities)
Board of Appeals, Monday, April 22, 2013 @ 6:00 PM located at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)
Plan Commission, Monday, April 22, 2013 @ 7:30 PM located at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)
Briefings on Main, Tuesday, April 23, 2013 @ 8:30 AM located at 100 East Main Street (Waunakee Chamber of Commerce)

Check out this prior post on this topic:
http://waunablog.blogspot.com/2013/04/meeting-notifications-april-14th.html

Agendas may change prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agenda for these meetings will be posted at the following official posting places:
Waunakee Village Hall (500 West Main Street)
Waunakee Senior Center (333 South Madison Street)
Waunakee/Westport Chamber of Commerce (100 East Main Street)
Waunakee Police Station (205 North Klein Drive)
Waunakee Utilities (322 Moravian Valley Road)
Waunakee Public Library (710 South Street)
Waunakee Public Works (504 Moravian Valley Road)

Access Meeting Materials On-Line: Agendas and most meeting packets (which include related memos and other supporting materials) will be posted on the Village of Waunakee website utilizing the following link:
http://public.waunakee.com/sirepub/meet.aspx

You are welcome to contact Village Hall with any questions about these meetings at (608) 850-8500 or email us at frontdesk@vil.waunakee.wi.us

State of Wisconsin Tornado Drill - Postponed to Friday

The State of Wisconsin Tornado Drill scheduled for Thursday, April 18 has been POSTPONED due to the threat of severe weather and possible tornadoes in Southeast Wisconsin. The tornado drill has been rescheduled for Friday, April 19 with a statewide tornado watch issued at 1:00 PM and a statewide tornado warning issued at 1:45 PM.

Please click the following link for further information:

State of Wisconsin Tornado Drill

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

U.S. Bank in Waunakee Hosts Free Document Secure Shredding Event

U.S. Bank Drive-Up
200 South Century Avenue
Waunakee, WI 53597
Saturday, April 27, 2013
8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

U.S. Bank in Waunakee is offering free document secure shredding services for its customers and all Village residents. Shredding documents is one effective way to help prevent identity theft. People are invited to bring a maximum of four boxes of paper medical, insurance and business records, cancelled checks, bank statements and personal confidential records for shredding," said Jeffrey Butts, branch manager for U.S. Bank in Waunakee. "People are welcome to watch their items being shredded by Cintas. All shredded material will be recycled."

According to the Federal Trade Commission, the fastest growing crime in America today is identity theft. Nearly 25 million Americans fall victim to fraud and identity theft annually, with the financial toll near $50 billion. The best way for consumers to protect themselves from identity theft is to learn about it and take precautions.

The Medicine of Chocolate - Lions Pridecast #4


The fourth episode of the Waunakee Lions Pridecast is now available.  This podcast contains information about The Medicine of Chocolate, the May Workshop on Wellness, a program sponsored by the Waunakee Village Center and the Waunakee-Westport Lions Club.  In order to listen to this episode, please click play below.

http://waunakeelions.podbean.com/

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Save the Date: May 2nd - Lone Eagle Initiative Social Mixer & Informational Presentation

May 2nd, 2013
4:00-6:00 PM
Lucky’s Bar & Grille
1008 Quinn Drive

Waunakee's Lone Eagle Initiative is holding its next meeting on May 2nd at Lucky's.  In addition to providing another opportunity for home office professionals to network and socialize with one another, we’re planning a short presentation by Ellen Schaaf, Executive Director of the Waunakee Area Chamber of Commerce, about the services that our local chamber can offer to our community of home office professionals.

Please check our webpage at: http://www.waunakee-ed.com/loneeagles to view our growing directory of home office professionals in the area, information about shared work spaces, local resources, news, and more.  If you have any questions about the Initiative, or any other matter, please contact Stephen Bechler at adminintern@vil.waunakee.wi.us or at 850-2830.

Sunday, April 14, 2013

Goodwill Holds Free Computer Collection Drive

Free Computer Collection Drive
Sunday, April 21, 2013
12:00 Noon - 3:00 PM
Goodwill Donation Center
6661 University Avenue
Middleton, WI 53562

Click Here for more information.

Third Annual Advanced Disposal Clean Up Waunakee

Earth Day/Monday, April 22, 2013
Advanced Disposal
300 Raemisch Road
Waunakee, WI

Once again, Advanced Disposal will be hosting "Clean Up Waunakee". Volunteers should plan on meeting at Advanced Disposal at 9:00 AM. We will be cleaning up the roadside down Raemisch Road and Highway 19. If you have questions concerning the event, please contact Advanced Disposal at (608) 807-3218.

Thursday, April 11, 2013

Weekly Update/Public Works Improvements

Please click on the link below to view the April 15 Weekly Update for Public Works Improvements.

April 15 Weekly Update/Public Works Improvements

Weekly Update/Main Street Utility Improvements

Please click on the link below to view the April 15 Weekly Update for Main Street Utility Improvements.

April 15 Weekly Update/Main Street Utility Improvements

Meeting Notifications - April 14th through April 20th

The following official Village meetings will take place this coming week:
Village Board, Monday, April 15, 2013 @ 6:00 PM located at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)
Briefings on Main, Tuesday, April 16, 2013 @ 8:30 AM located at 100 East Main Street (Waunakee Chamber of Commerce)
Village Center Advisory Committee, Tuesday, April 16, 2013 @ 5:45 PM located at 333 South Madison Street (Village Center)

Check out this prior post on this topic:
http://waunablog.blogspot.com/2013/04/meeting-notifications-april-7th-through.html

Agendas may change prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agenda for these meetings will be posted at the following official posting places:
Waunakee Village Hall (500 West Main Street)
Waunakee Senior Center (333 South Madison Street)
Waunakee/Westport Chamber of Commerce (100 East Main Street)
Waunakee Police Station (205 North Klein Drive)
Waunakee Utilities (322 Moravian Valley Road)
Waunakee Public Library (710 South Street)
Waunakee Public Works (504 Moravian Valley Road)

Access Meeting Materials On-Line: Agendas and most meeting packets (which include related memos and other supporting materials) will be posted on the Village of Waunakee website utilizing the following link:
http://public.waunakee.com/sirepub/meet.aspx

You are welcome to contact Village Hall with any questions about these meetings at (608) 850-8500 or email us at frontdesk@vil.waunakee.wi.us

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Waunakee Residential Spring Clean-Up!

Pellitteri Waste Systems and the Village of Waunakee Public Works Department are pleased to sponsor the 15th Annual Waunakee Residential Spring Clean-Up! This will be your opportunity to clean out those closets, garages, basements, and whatever else you need to dispose of.

Who: All Waunakee residences, four units or smaller

What: Special Refuse Pick-Up Day

When: May 20, 21, 22 and 23, 2013. The same day as your weekly refuse pick-up

Where: Have your items to the curbside by 7:00 AM

Please contact the Waunakee Public Works Department at (608) 849-5892 for further questions.

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Tornado & Severe Weather Awareness Week April 15-19, 2013

Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Week (April 15-19, 2013) is designed to remind people of the dangers associated with tornadoes, thunderstorms, flooding and hail and to encourage citizens to take protective safety measures such as developing a personal preparedness plan and putting together a disaster supply kit. Knowing what to expect and the steps to take in an emergency is the key to protecting yourself and your family.

Wisconsin averages 23 tornadoes annually. Last year, only 4 tornadoes were reported in Wisconsin by the National Weather Service (NWS). The strongest tornado, rated EF2, hit near Patch Grove in Grant County on September 4, 2012. The peak tornado season in Wisconsin is April to August, but tornadoes can occur any time of the year.

On Thursday, April 18, 2013, a statewide tornado drill is planned. The mock tornado watch will be issued statewide by the NWS at 1:00 PM. The NWS will then issue a statewide mock tornado warning at 1:45 PM. The tornado drill will take place even if the sky is cloudy, dark and/or rainy. If actual severe storms are expected in the state on Thursday, April 18, the tornado drill will be postponed until Friday, April 19 with the same times. If severe storms are possible Friday, the drill will be cancelled.

"Listen, Act and Live" is an initiative by Wisconsin Emergency Management, county and tribal emergency management offices. The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, Wisconsin Emergency Management and the National Weather Service encourage your participation in promoting Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Week. For more information on tornadoes and severe weather, click on the links below:

Tornado 2013 Brochure

2013 Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Drill

Friday, April 5, 2013

Main St. Utility Work Construction Newsletter

Below is a link to read the construction newsletter related to the Main St. utility work taking place. This includes contact phone numbers in case you have questions.

http://www.waunakee.com/DocumentCenter/View/1285

Notice of Blasting

Blasting of limestone for production will proceed Friday, April 5, 2013 on the Tierney property located on the corner of Easy Street and Schumacher Road. There are 4 blasts scheduled. The first two will be prior to 12:00 Noon and there will be two after 1:00 PM. Please click here for further details.

Contact information for questions or concerns:
Joanne Tierney
6400 Schumacher Road
Waunakee, Wisconsin
(608) 575-6538

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Tuesday Morning Briefings on Main

The Village is going to begin holding weekly briefings every Tuesday morning at 8:30 AM at the Chamber Depot beginning next week. Typically Village Administrator Todd Schmidt will be in attendance to provide updates and answer questions regarding all that is going on with the Main Street project. If Todd is unavailable, another staff member will hold the briefing.

We will make the effort to hold these weekly at least until the Main Street project is finished (anticipated end of 2014 - yet to be confirmed). Yes, that likely means nearly 100 briefings, but it is an effort we are willing to make to keep everyone informed and involved.

While Main Street will be the main topic of discussion, we will be willing to address any questions or concerns regarding Village issues, services, business and development. Anyone is welcome to attend, and it's BYOC (Bring Your Own Coffee).

Waunakee Village Wide Garage Sales

Waunakee Village Wide Garage Sales
May 9th, 10th and 11th

Click Here for more details!

Meeting Notifications - April 7th through April 13th

The following official Village meetings will take place this coming week:
Economic Development Commission, Monday, April 8, 2013 @ 5:30 PM located at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)
Library Board, Monday, April 8, 2013 @ 5:30 PM located at 710 South Street (Public Library)
Joint Plan Commission, Tuesday, April 9, 2013 @ 6:00 PM located at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)
Public Works Improvement Projects Informational Open House, Wednesday, April 10, 2013 @ 4:30 PM located at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)
Public Works Committee, Wednesday, April 10, 2013 @ 5:30 PM located at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)

Check out this prior post on this topic:
http://waunablog.blogspot.com/2013/03/meeting-notifications-march-31st.html

Agendas may change prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agenda for these meetings will be posted at the following official posting places:
Waunakee Village Hall (500 West Main Street)
Waunakee Senior Center (333 South Madison Street)
Waunakee/Westport Chamber of Commerce (100 East Main Street)
Waunakee Police Station (205 North Klein Drive)
Waunakee Utilities (322 Moravian Valley Road)
Waunakee Public Library (710 South Street)
Waunakee Public Works (504 Moravian Valley Road)

Access Meeting Materials On-Line: Agendas and most meeting packets (which include related memos and other supporting materials) will be posted on the Village of Waunakee website utilizing the following link:
http://public.waunakee.com/sirepub/meet.aspx

You are welcome to contact Village Hall with any questions about these meetings at (608) 850-8500 or email us at frontdesk@vil.waunakee.wi.us

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Tri 4 Schools Triathlon

An active lifestyle and a healthy lifestyle go hand in hand. At Tri 4 Schools, we encourage children to participate in athletic events in hopes of inspiring a positive attitude towards healthy living. Please join us for the Tri 4 Schools Spring Race Series.

Waunakee Triathlon
Waunakee Aquatic Center
301 Community Drive
Saturday, May 4, 2013
8:30 AM

Click Here for further details.

2013 Public Works Improvements Informational Open House

A Public Informational Open House is scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, 2013 from 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall). Engineering staff and our consultants will be available to meet with property owners, residents and business owners to discuss the 2013 Public Works Improvements projects.

A Public Works Committee Meeting is scheduled immediately after the open house to hear comments on the proposed plans. The proposed 2013 Public Works Improvements Project includes the following locations:

Fifth Street from Holiday Drive to Century Avenue
Fifth Street from West Street to South Street
Seventh Street from O'Malley Street to the Cul-de-Sac
Cross Street Extension from Madison Street to Water Street
STH 113 (N. Century Avenue) Crosswalk at Legends Drive
Centennial Park Parking Lot Reconstruction

Please visit the following 2013 Public Works Improvements project links:

2013 Public Works Improvements Plan Set

2013 Informational Open House

April 8, 2013 Weekly Project Update

Monday, April 1, 2013

KFC / Taco Bell Closure

We've gotten a number of calls from folks wondering why the KFC / Taco Bell is closed. Unfortunately, this blog post won't help answer the question. We have no information at Village Hall on the reasons for closure. Hopefully it won't be long before we see activity there again.