Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Be Ready this Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day Weekend is the unofficial end of summer. It's time for one more barbeque, music festival, or family camping adventure. Before hitting the road, ReadyWisconsin offers these tips to help have a safe holiday weekend.

Click the link below for more details:

ReadyWisconsin

Hometown Spirit

Waunakee's hometown spirit is most definitely bestowed upon this great group of ladies that wave to those passing by the BP Station at the Main Street and Century Avenue roundabout on Wednesday mornings.

Village of Waunakee Agenda - Week of September 4, 2016

The following official Village meetings will take place this coming week:

Village Board Tuesday, September 6, 2016 @ 6:00 PM at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)
Parks and Recreation Committee Wednesday, September 7, 2016 @ 5:45 PM at 333 South Street (Village Center)
Library Board Friday, September 9, 2016 @ 7:45 AM at 710 South Street (Waunakee Library)


Check out the prior post on this topic:
http://waunablog.blogspot.com/2016/08/village-of-waunakee-agenda-week-of.html

Agendas may change prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas for these meetings will be posted at a minimum of three of the following official posting places:
Waunakee Village Hall (500 West Main Street)
Waunakee Senior Center (333 South Madison 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 Online: 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@waunakee.com

Waunakee's Barn of the Day!

Today's Pick: "We All Looked Up"
Artist(s): Liz Pelton
Materials: Paint on Steel
Location on Main Street: Corner of Main St. and South St., in front of Main St. Diner
In their own words – Artist’s Inspiration: "For my piece, I wanted to depict a nostalgic scene - something that would resonate with Wisconsinites and really strike a cord by evoking a sense of place. I also loved the idea of playing with silhouettes within a silhouette. This scene also got me thinking about rural spaces and how lucky we are to live in a place without significant light pollution. In Wisconsin, you can still go outside at night and look up at the stars and ponder your place in the universe and I hope my barn is a reminder of that."

You're invited!
Join us for an afternoon full of Wisconsin tradition as we auction off 15 unique steel barns from the 2016 Barns on Main Waunakee Public Art Project! Stop by on Sunday, September 18 during
Wauktoberfest to take a one of a kind piece of Wisconsin art home with you!

This project brought together 15 artists, all from Waunakee, who created what Wisconsin meant to them on a 27" steel barn donated by Endres Manufacturing Co. The barns have been on display along Main St. in Waunakee since June, but now it's time they find a permanent home.

All proceeds from the auction will benefit local charities. This year the recipients of proceeds from the project are: Endres Manfacturing Co. Foundation, Schumacher Farm Park, and the Waunakee Creative Economy Initiative.

Stay tuned as we will feature a couple of barns each week leading up to the auction on September 18. Keep an eye out for the next installment of Barn of the Day. For more information on Barns on Main and to see photos of all 15 pieces of art, visit
www.waunakee.com/barnsonmain

For photos, click on the "2016 Barns Auction" tab on the left side of the page.

 

Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Have You Registered to Vote?

At myvote.wi.gov you can register to vote, check your voter registration status, find your polling place, or see what's on your ballot.

You may also visit the Village Hall, 500 West Main Street, and register to vote.

Monday, August 29, 2016

Village Hall Closed

Village Hall will be closed for the Labor Day holiday Monday, September 5, 2016. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 6, 2016.
 

 

 

Pellitteri Labor Day Holiday Collection

Residents normally serviced on Monday, September 5, 2016 (Labor Day) will be serviced one day later than their normal pick up day. Please have carts out by 7:00 AM for collection. There will be additional trucks servicing Waunakee and it is important that your carts are put out on time for pickup. Please call Pellitteri at 608-257-4285 if you have any questions.

Friday, August 26, 2016

Weekly Public Works Improvement Update - August 29, 2016


To view the weekly Public Works Improvements for the week of August 29, 2016, please click the link below for more details:

Weekly Construction Project Update - Week of August 29, 2016

Thursday, August 25, 2016

Waunakee's Barn of the Day!

Today's Pick: "Barn Quilt/Quilted Barn"
Artist(s): Jane Vaughan
Materials: Fabric, adhesives, epoxy
Location on Main Street: In front of Waunakee Furniture, ETC
In their own words – Artist’s Inspiration: "After seeing the Goats on Main last year I wanted to have the fabric arts represented this year.  The barn shape was perfect to display the Barn Raising quilt pattern I used on one side of the barn.  There are over 80 pieced log cabin blocks on this side made with pieces that measure only 1" wide.  The squares are 2 1/2" each.  The remaining side is done in traditional fabrics except for the barn quilt which is painted wood.  The challenge was to find fabrics that would look realistic."
You're invited!
Join us for an afternoon full of Wisconsin tradition as we auction off 15 unique steel barns from the 2016 Barns on Main Waunakee Public Art Project! Stop by on Sunday, September 18 during
Wauktoberfest to take a one of a kind piece of Wisconsin art home with you!

This project brought together 15 artists, all from Waunakee, who created what Wisconsin meant to them on a 27" steel barn donated by Endres Manufacturing Co. The barns have been on display along Main St. in Waunakee since June, but now it's time they find a permanent home.

All proceeds from the auction will benefit local charities. This year the recipients of proceeds from the project are: Endres Manfacturing Co. Foundation, Schumacher Farm Park, and the Waunakee Creative Economy Initiative.

Stay tuned as we will feature a couple of barns each week leading up to the auction on September 18. Keep an eye out for the next installment of Barn of the Day. For more information on Barns on Main and to see photos of all 15 pieces of art, visit
www.waunakee.com/barnsonmain


For photos, click on the "2016 Barns Auction" tab on the left side of the page.

Hope to see you at the auction! 

 

Wednesday, August 24, 2016

Waunakee's Barn of the Day!

Today's Pick: "E Plurbus Unum. "Out of many, one"
Artist(s): Stephanie Agnew of Millie's
Materials: U.S. Currency
Location on Main Street: Corner of South St and Main St, next to Chamber of Commerce
In their own words – Artist’s Inspiration: "The inspiration for my barn design was to encourage creative economy; spend money! Hence "e pluribus unum" which thanks to Sr. Alma at St Teresa's Academy in Kansas City Missouri I believe it means "out of one there is many" it takes many to make a town flourish; one idea needs many to bring to fruition. It's no secret that I also believe very much in the other quote that is on every piece of money in our country. "In God we trust". 

I feel that encouraging people to spend money in our downtown area and on local art, art therapy, and the arts in general is one of the most important things in revitalizing any area. This bridges the gap between age, economy, race, religion, and lifestyle. 

All the coins are officially facing forward which means on the front of the barn you see the heads and on the back of the barn, since they're all facing forward, in the same direction, you see the tails. I think we all are looking forward to the future and enjoying many more exciting events in Waunakee."

You're invited!
Join us for an afternoon full of Wisconsin tradition as we auction off 15 unique steel barns from the 2016 Barns on Main Waunakee Public Art Project! Stop by on Sunday, September 18 during
Wauktoberfest to take a one of a kind piece of Wisconsin art home with you!

This project brought together 15 artists, all from Waunakee, who created what Wisconsin meant to them on a 27" steel barn donated by Endres Manufacturing Co. The barns have been on display along Main St. in Waunakee since June, but now it's time they find a permanent home.

All proceeds from the auction will benefit local charities. This year the recipients of proceeds from the project are: Endres Manfacturing Co. Foundation, Schumacher Farm Park, and the Waunakee Creative Economy Initiative.

Stay tuned as we will feature a couple of barns each week leading up to the auction on September 18. Keep an eye out for the next installment of Barn of the Day. For more information on Barns on Main and to see photos of all 15 pieces of art, visit
www.waunakee.com/barnsonmain
For photos, click on the "2016 Barns Auction" tab on the left side of the page.

Hope to see you at the auction! 
 
 




Tuesday, August 23, 2016

Cars in the Park

Waunakee Village Park
410 E. Main Street
Saturday, September 17, 2016
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

All makes, models and years.  This eighth annual event is open to car enthusiasts entering their vehicle in the show and community members simply interested in checking out all of the top-notch entries. Cars can be registered on site beginning at 8:00 a.m. for a fee of $10.00.  There is no fee for spectators, but donations for the local food pantry are encouraged.  Cars will be judged by participants choice and awards will be presented at 3:00 p.m.
For more information contact Chris Neumaier at 608-849-7760 or Sheldon Hamilton at 608-712-5994.

Village of Waunakee Agenda - Week of August 28, 2016

The following official Village meetings will take place this coming week:

Utility Commission Monday, August 29, 2016 @ 5:30 PM at 322 Moravian Valley Road (Waunakee Utilities)

Check out the prior post on this topic:
http://waunablog.blogspot.com/2016/08/village-of-waunakee-agenda-week-of.html

Agendas may change prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas for these meetings will be posted at a minimum of three of the following official posting places:
Waunakee Village Hall (500 West Main Street)
Waunakee Senior Center (333 South Madison 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 Online: 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@waunakee.com

Friday, August 19, 2016

Waunakee's Barn of the Day!


Today's Pick: "Repair, Reuse, Make Do"
Artist(s): Liese Pfeifer
Materials: Steel, fused glass, and paint
Location on Main Street: Corner in front of Acker builders, Endres Plaza

In their own words – Artist’s Inspiration: "I had the opportunity to be on the board of Schumacher Farm Park for several years, so I know well the story of Marcella Schumacher and her hopes of educating the public on the humble rural life in the 1920-30’s. Recently I have worked at the Helen Louise Allen Textile Collection at UW-Madison, where I was immersed in how textiles tell stories. The story of feed sacks used for clothing is the subject of my barn.

Many know of the colorful patterns feed and food companies put on their storage bags. What I discovered in my research was that two things helped to bring this about. In 1857 Gibbs designed and built the first sewing machine that created a chain stitch; one where you pull one thread and the entire seam unravels. Also in the late part of the 19th century, our old growth forests were cut. Feed companies that used to store corn in barrels started to switch to heavy cloth bags.

My barn replicates the designs used on various feed sacks. This era gave us many sayings such as: “Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without.”

You're invited!
Join us for an afternoon full of Wisconsin tradition as we auction off 15 unique steel barns from the 2016 Barns on Main Waunakee Public Art Project! Stop by on Sunday, September 18 during Wauktoberfest to take a one of a kind piece of Wisconsin art home with you!

This project brought together 15 artists, all from Waunakee, who created what Wisconsin meant to them on a 27" steel barn donated by Endres Manufacturing Co. The barns have been on display along Main St. in Waunakee since June, but now it's time they find a permanent home.

All proceeds from the auction will benefit local charities. This year the recipients of proceeds from the project are: Endres Manfacturing Co. Foundation, Schumacher Farm Park, and the Waunakee Creative Economy Initiative.

Stay tuned as we will feature a couple of barns each week leading up to the auction on September 18. Keep an eye out for the next installment of Barn of the Day. For more information on Barns on Main and to see photos of all 15 pieces of art, visit
www.waunakee.com/barnsonmain. For photos, click on the "2016 Barns Auction" tab on the left side of the page.

Hope to see you at the auction! 

Thursday, August 18, 2016

Waunakee Police Kick Off K-9 Fundraiser

The Waunakee Police Department is starting a community wide fundraiser to replace K-9 Alex. We want to thank everyone who has donated to the K9 fund thus far. We have had numerous people stop at the police department to donate, so we will now be accepting donations at the Waunakee Police Department during normal business hours on Monday - Thursday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM and Friday 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM.

Click the link below for more details:

K-9 Fundraiser
 

 

 

A Tribute to John Laubmeier

Waunakee lost one of its treasures Sunday when John Laubmeier passed away. John was a teacher, mentor, leader, friend, and true family man. There is no way to describe all of the contributions to the Waunakee School District and Village of Waunakee that John made in this short tribute. I will just share one of the lessons John taught me, which was to try to find a win/win for each situation that presents itself. Treat both sides with respect and be able to shake hands at the end of the conversation. John was presented with the worst kind of news about two years ago, and when I think back over this time, a few things come to mind. John really didn't have an opportunity to win his final battle. From my perspective, he did manage to find some wins along the way. The biggest was using his time to focus and accomplish a few things he may not have otherwise. He also battled this terrible disease and beat the expectations. He seemed to get some satisfaction from that. I never saw him quit, and he always had a positive attitude. I'm very fortunate, as are many in the community, to have been given the opportunity to be a part of John's life. Our community is a better place because John chose to share himself with us. I will end this with what I think John was most proud of, his family. If you wanted to see pride in John, all you had to do was bring up and hear him talk about his wife Nancy and his children John and Angela. He would say they are his legacy.

Thank you John!

Chris Zellner
Waunakee Village President

Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Weekly Public Works Improvements Update - August 22, 2016

To view the weekly Public Works Improvements for the Week of August 22, 2016, please click the link below for more details:

Weekly Construction Project Update - Week of August 22, 2016

Waunakee's Barn of the Day!

Today's Pick: "Quilted Barn"
Artist(s): Lori Carlson and daughter Claudia Carlson
Materials: Paint, Ceramic on Steel
Location on Main Street: In front of Gold Nugget
In their own words – Artist’s Inspiration: "Our theme “Quilted Barn” was originally brought to mind by the “Mill House Quilts” barn, which after the fact we could see struck a chord with many participants. We then wanted to make it even more “Wisconsin” by adding the state bird - a robin - and the state flower - a violet. We kept it simple and bright so as to have good curb-appeal. We hope that this very Wisconsin-themed barn will make a colorful addition to someone’s garden, patio or yard."

You're invited! Join us for an afternoon full of Wisconsin tradition as we auction off 15 unique steel barns from the 2016 Barns on Main Waunakee Public Art Project! Stop by on Sunday, September 18 during
Wauktoberfest to take a one of a kind piece of Wisconsin art home with you!

This project brought together 15 artists, all from Waunakee, who created what Wisconsin meant to them on a 27" steel barn donated by Endres Manufacturing Co. The barns have been on display along Main St. in Waunakee since June, but now it's time they find a permanent home.

All proceeds from the auction will benefit local charities. This year the recipients of proceeds from the project are: Endres Manfacturing Co. Foundation, Schumacher Farm Park, and the Waunakee Creative Economy Initiative.

Stay tuned as we will feature a couple of barns each week leading up to the auction on September 18. Keep an eye out for the next installment of Barn of the Day. For more information on Barns on Main and to see photos of all 15 pieces of art, visit
www.waunakee.com/barnsonmain. For photos, click on the "2016 Barns Auction" tab on the left side of the page.

Hope to see you at the auction!
 

Village Hall Closure

Village Hall will be closing Friday, August 19, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. for the remainder of the day in order that Village employees may attend the funeral services for Trustee John Laubmeier.

Regular business hours will resume on Monday, August 22, 2016.

Monday, August 15, 2016

Village of Waunakee Agenda - Week of August 21, 2016

The following official Village meetings will take place this coming week:

Public Works Committee - CANCELLED Monday, August 23, 2016 @ 6:00 PM at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)


Check out the prior post on this topic:
http://waunablog.blogspot.com/2016/08/village-of-waunakee-agenda-week-of_9.html

Agendas may change prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas for these meetings will be posted at a minimum of three of the following official posting places:
Waunakee Village Hall (500 West Main Street)
Waunakee Senior Center (333 South Madison 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 Online: 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@waunakee.com

Waunakee's Barn of the Day

Today's Pick: Whimsy in Waunakee
Artist(s): Kayla Proctor
Materials: Ceramic on Steel
Location on Main Street: In front of Gather (formerly Mojo's)
In their own words – Artist’s Inspiration: "Growing up on the outskirts of Waunakee I enjoyed all of the farm land and the beautiful barns that surround the area. I was looking to find a way to combine ceramics with the cutout provided and creating the barn board pieces and features were very enjoyable for me. Barns themselves have been an inspiration for many pieces of my own artwork over the years as I am amazed by their history and the beauty they bring to the land around them."

You're invited!
Join us for an afternoon full of Wisconsin tradition as we auction off 15 unique steel barns from the 2016 Barns on Main Waunakee Public Art Project! Stop by on Sunday, September 18 during Wauktoberfest to take a one of a kind piece of Wisconsin art home with you!

his project brought together 15 artists, all from Waunakee, who created what Wisconsin meant to them on a 27" steel barn donated by Endres Manufacturing Co. The barns have been on display along Main St. in Waunakee since June, but now it's time they find a permanent home.

All proceeds from the auction will benefit local charities. This year the recipients of proceeds from the project are: Endres Manfacturing Co. Foundation, Schumacher Farm Park, and the Waunakee Creative Economy Initiative.

Stay tuned as we will feature a couple of barns each week leading up to the auction on September 18. Keep an eye out for the next installment of Barn of the Day. For more information on Barns on Main and to see photos of all 15 pieces of art, visit www.waunakee.com/barnsonmain. For photos, click on the "2016 Barns Auction" tab on the left side of the page.

Hope to see you at the auction!

Sunday, August 14, 2016

Pancakes & Planes

Sunday, August 21, 2016
7:30 AM - 12:00 Noon
Waunakee Airport

Waunakee area residents are invited to celebrate the freedom of flight at the Waunakee Airport's annual fly-in, drive-in breakfast, sponsored by the Waunakee Airport and Pilots Association. This Waunakee tradition marks the 70th year!

The cost will be $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for children under 12 years of age. Airplane rides with a view of the Madison area will be available for a suggested donation of $30.00.

Friday, August 12, 2016

August 9, 2016 Partisan Primary Election Preliminary Results

For the Preliminary Results of the August 9, 2016 Partisan Primary Election, please click the link below for more details:

August 9, 2016 Partisan Primary

Thursday, August 11, 2016

Waunakee's Barn of the Day!

Today's Pick: "Born from Prairie, Return to Prairie"
Artist(s): Abby Wilson
Materials: Acrylic on Steel
Location on Main Street: In front of Red Barn Co. Store

In their own words – Artist’s Inspiration: "The barn that I painted is an examination of what constitutes a prairie from the point of view of Schumacher farm. On one side of the barn silhouette, I have painted the newest built barn on the property from the perspective of the farm compound. I included the original "tenant" of the prairie, a doe, and a symbol the farm itself, an antique tractor, to symbolize evolution of life on the Schumacher farm property. The past, the present and the future trinity. The other side of the barn silhouette, shows a fox, another symbolic nod to the past prairie. She and her kit are sitting on the front porch of the original farmhouse looking over the highway to the 21st century
: Waunakee's industrial park. The past meets the future with only the so called "bump in the road" of a family farm that turned into a museum to save itself and its memories."

You're invited!
Join us for an afternoon full of Wisconsin tradition as we auction off 15 unique steel barns from the 2016 Barns on Main Waunakee Public Art Project! Stop by on Sunday, September 18 during
Wauktoberfest to take a one of a kind piece of Wisconsin art home with you!

his project brought together 15 artists, all from Waunakee, who created what Wisconsin meant to them on a 27" steel barn donated by Endres Manufacturing Co. The barns have been on display along Main St. in Waunakee since June, but now it's time they find a permanent home.

All proceeds from the auction will benefit local charities. This year the recipients of proceeds from the project are: Endres Manfacturing Co. Foundation, Schumacher Farm Park, and the Waunakee Creative Economy Initiative.

Stay tuned as we will feature a couple of barns each week leading up to the auction on September 18. Keep an eye out for the next installment of Barn of the Day. For more information on Barns on Main and to see photos of all 15 pieces of art, visit
www.waunakee.com/barnsonmain. For photos, click on the "2016 Barns Auction" tab on the left side of the page.

Hope to see you at the auction!

Weekly Public Works Improvements Update - August 15, 2016

To view the weekly Public Works Improvements for the Week of August 15, 2016, please click the link below for more details.

Weekly Public Works Improvements Update - Week of August 15, 2016

Tuesday, August 9, 2016

Creative Wall at the Hall with Tracy Grade

Waunakee Village Hall
500 West Main Street
August 16, 2016
6:30 PM

Do you enjoy how the sunshine makes stained glass artwork come to life? Would you like to learn how this art is created by using software designed specifically for stained glass? Do you want to support the local initiative promoting creativity and innovation in Waunakee? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, please make plans to stop in at the Village Hall to learn more! You'll have the chance to view the stained glass artwork created by Tracy Grade from Glass Catfish Studio and learn more about her passion.

Village of Waunakee Agenda - Week of August 14, 2016

The following official Village meetings will take place this coming week:

Finance Committee Monday, August 15, 2016 @ 5:30 PM at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)
Village Board Monday, August 15, 2016 @ 6:00 PM at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)
Village Center Advisory Committee CANCELLED Tuesday, August 16, 2016 @ 5:45 PM at 333 South Madison Street (Village Center)

Check out the prior post on this topic:
http://waunablog.blogspot.com/2016/08/village-of-waunakee-agenda-week-of_1.html

Agendas may change prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas for these meetings will be posted at a minimum of three of the following official posting places:
Waunakee Village Hall (500 West Main Street)
Waunakee Senior Center (333 South Madison 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 Online: 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@waunakee.com

Monday, August 8, 2016

Election Day

Tuesday, August 9, 2016 is Election Day - Get Out and Vote!

Waunakee Village Center
333 South Madison Street
Waunakee, WI 53597

Voter Photo ID is the law in Wisconsin. Voters will be required to show proper voter photo ID such as a Wisconsin-issued driver's license or state-issued ID in order to receive a ballot and vote.

Click the link below for more details:

Election Day

WNC Fill the Bus Campaign

Make 2016-2017 a great school year for over 100 students! Join WNC for the "Fill the Bus" campaign. You can drop off your school supply donation to the Lamers little yellow school bus or make a financial donation.

Click the link below for more details:

Fill the Bus Campaign

Village Hall Closure

Thursday, August 11, 2016
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Village Hall
500 West Main Street

Village Hall operations will close from 12:00 Noon until 1:00 PM for a Summer Employee Picnic. Normal business hours will resume at 1:00 PM.

Friday, August 5, 2016

Waunakee Police Department August Newsletter

Please feel free to click the link below to view the August Waunakee Police Department Newsletter:

Waunakee Police Newsletter - August 2016

Waunakee's Barn of the Day!

Today's pick: "Don't Forget Your Roots"
Artist(s): Carly McGowan and Pat McGowan
Materials: Enamel paints on steel
Location on Main Street: In front of Lone Girl Brewing Co.

In their own words – Artist’s Inspiration: " “Don’t Forget Your Roots” is all about reminding us where we came from, what built us, and what continues to support us. It is an ode to the farm town roots of Waunakee as well as a subtle reminder to Waunakee residents that no matter where you go, you can always return to your roots. Pat, who was raised in Waunakee and is now raising his own kids here, has seen Waunakee grow from a rural farming town to the vibrant, growing community that it now is. Carly, on the other hand, just returned from her first year of out-of-state college and is realizing the importance of having a place to call home. It is important, both as individuals and as a community, that we remember where we came from, and where we can return to."

You're invited!
Join us for an afternoon full of Wisconsin tradition as we auction off 15 unique steel barns from the 2016 Barns on Main Waunakee Public Art Project! Stop by on Sunday, September 18 during
Wauktoberfest to take a one of a kind piece of Wisconsin art home with you!

his project brought together 15 artists, all from Waunakee, who created what Wisconsin meant to them on a 27" steel barn donated by Endres Manufacturing Co. The barns have been on display along Main St. in Waunakee since June, but now it's time they find a permanent home.

All proceeds from the auction will benefit local charities. This year the recipients of proceeds from the project are: Endres Manfacturing Co. Foundation, Schumacher Farm Park, and the Waunakee Creative Economy Initiative.

Stay tuned as we will feature a couple of barns each week leading up to the auction on September 18. Keep an eye out for the next installment of Barn of the Day. For more information on Barns on Main and to see photos of all 15 pieces of art, visit
www.waunakee.com/barnsonmain. For photos, click on the "2016 Barns Auction" tab on the left side of the page.

Hope to see you at the auction!
 

Thursday, August 4, 2016

Waunakee's Barn of the Day!

Today's Pick: "Color of Summer"
Artist(s): Beth Crook
Materials: Hand dyed fabric, rope, string, wool and sealant
Location on Main Street: In front of Ripp's Bar

In their own words – Artist’s Inspiration: "As a young artist in Waunakee, I spent days, months and years dying fabric at SteelWool Studio. Everyday, as I would drive away from the shop, I would look back and admire the beautiful cloths hanging on the line outside of the barn. That moment always brought me much joy and satisfaction. This piece represents those summer days of work, laughter, frustration and joy. The hand dyed canvas that adorns this barn was made with the knowledge gained from years of color theory experiments and practice. For me, this piece brings me back to a summer afternoons. looking down into the valley at our hard work and feeling the warm breeze on my face."

You're invited! 
Join us for an afternoon full of Wisconsin tradition as we auction off 15 unique steel barns from the 2016 Barns on Main Waunakee Public Art Project! Stop by on Sunday, September 18 during Wauktoberfest to take a one of a kind piece of Wisconsin art home with you!

This project brought together 15 artists, all from Waunakee, who created what Wisconsin meant to them on a 27" steel barn donated by Endres Manufacturing Co. The barns have been on display along Main St. in Waunakee since June, but now it's time they find a permanent home.

All proceeds from the auction will benefit local charities. This year the recipients of proceeds from the project are: Endres Manfacturing Co. Foundation, Schumacher Farm Park, and the Waunakee Creative Economy Initiative.

Stay tuned as we will feature a couple of barns each week leading up to the auction on September 18. Keep an eye out for the next installment of Barn of the Day. For more information on Barns on Main and to see photos of all 15 pieces of art, visit www.waunakee.com/barnsonmain. For photos, click on the "2016 Barns Auction" tab on the left side of the page.

Hope to see you at the auction!

We're Hiring!

We are currently recruiting for the position featured below. Feel free to forward this information to those individuals you know would be a great addition to the Village team!

Library Director
The Waunakee Library Board is seeking a dedicated library professional to fill the position of full-time Library Director. The Library Board is in the planning process to build a new 35,000+ square foot library. The Board seeks a dynamic director with energy, creativity, strong organizational skills, and the ability to engage staff and the community as this project moves forward, in addition to delivering the current library's day-to-day operations. With an overall budget of $833,759 in 2015, the library staff served 152,955 visitors and had a total circulation of 238,905 items.

Application Deadline: Monday, August 29, 2016.
Complete details for this position can be found at: www.waunakee.com/jobs





Weekly Public Works Improvements Update-August 7, 2016

To view the weekly Public Works Improvements for the Week of August 7, 2016 please click the link below for more details:

Weekly Public Works Improvements Update-Week of August 7, 2016

Wednesday, August 3, 2016

National Night Out

Wednesday, August 10, 2016
Waunakee Village Park
 500 East Main Street
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Waunakee Police Department will be hosting their National Night Out festivities at Village Park in Waunakee. National Night Out, which is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch, and co-sponsored by the Waunakee Police Department, will involve over 10,000 communities from all 50 states.

National Night out is designed to: (1) Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; (2) Generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime efforts;(3) Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and (4) Send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and united with the police in their efforts to make Waunakee a safe community to live in.

There will be activities for kids, prizes, free brats and hot dogs, and numerous displays by various law enforcement agencies. Med-Flight has also been invited. Members of the community are encouraged to sign up to win one of the many prizes to be given away.

Waunakee's Barn of the Day!

Today's pick: "Mills of Waunakee"
Artist(s): Don Spencer
Materials: Stained glass, glass tiles, adhesive, steel
Location on Main St.: In front of Mill House Quilts, intersection of Main Street and Baker Street

In their own words – Artist’s Inspiration: "I love the downtown architecture on Main Street. So I went with interesting buildings, the old railroad station and Murphy's Mill behind it and Mill House Quilts across the street. I do a lot of detail in stained glass. I even got a piece of HO train tracks for in front of the depot. A challenge for me was the fuzzy sight in the Mill House windows behind the glass."

You're invited!


Join us for an afternoon full of Wisconsin tradition as we auction off 15 unique steel barns from the 2016 Barns on Main Waunakee Public Art Project! Stop by on Sunday, September 18 during Wauktoberfest to take a one of a kind piece of Wisconsin art home with you!
This project brought together 15 artists, all from Waunakee, who created what Wisconsin meant to them on a 27" steel barn donated by Endres Manufacturing Co. The barns have been on display along Main St. in Waunakee since June, but now it's time they find a permanent home.

All proceeds from the auction will benefit local charities. This year the recipients of proceeds from the project are: Endres Manfacturing Co. Foundation, Schumacher Farm Park, and the Waunakee Creative Economy Initiative.

Stay tuned as we will feature a couple of barns each week leading up to the auction on September 18. Keep an eye out for the next installment of Barn of the Day. For more information on Barns on Main and to see photos of all 15 pieces of art, visit
www.waunakee.com/barnsonmain. For photos, click on the "2016 Barns Auction" tab on the left side of the page.

Hope to see you at the auction!

Street Closure Announcement

As part of the County Trunk Highway (CTH) Q improvements, Woodland Drive will be closed to all vehicular traffic in both directions beginning on Wednesday, August 10. On the west side, Woodland Drive will be closed between Sausalito Drive and CTH Q (Century Ave.). On the east side, Woodland Drive will be closed between Simon Crestway and CTH Q (Century Avenue). These streets will be closed for turning lane and traffic signal improvements for approximately 2-weeks (weather permitting). This will be a local street closure and there will be no posted detour, so please plan accordingly.

Chalk Walk Celebration

August 17, 2016
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Village Park
500 E. Main Street

Join us as we create a mural of sidewalk chalk art along the Village Park Drive. Artists of all ages and abilities (groups and individuals) are encouraged to register for a square along our mural path. A set of pastel chalks will be provided for each square. Pre-registration is required.

Click the link below for more details:

Chalk Walk 2016

Monday, August 1, 2016

Waunakee's Barn of the Day!

Today's Pick: "Waunakee Gothic"
Artist(s): Jenna Gilmore
Materials: Acrylic, Acrylic Air Brush
Location on Main Street: In front of Lone Girl Brewing Co, 114 E Main Street, Waunakee

In their own words – Artist’s Inspiration: "The moment I saw the barn cut-out and the shape of the silhouette, I was reminded of Grant Wood’s “American Gothic.” I wanted to create my own spin on a classic and well-known American painting. Using acrylic and acrylic airbrush, I chose to give this traditional piece a comical twist. I have lived in the Midwest my whole life, and have grown up around the smells and sights of farmland and cows; what better subject matter than these Wisconsin staples! I chose to keep the clothes and elongated, solemn facial expressions similar to that of Wood’s, but create the house in the background as a classic red barn instead. Ideally, these “Waunakee Gothic” cows provide a whimsical and comforting feeling for the viewer."

You're invited!
Join us for an afternoon full of Wisconsin tradition as we auction off 15 unique steel barns from the 2016 Barns on Main Waunakee Public Art Project! Stop by on Sunday, September 18 during Wauktoberfest to take a one of a kind piece of Wisconsin art home with you!

This project brought together 15 artists, all from Waunakee, who created what Wisconsin meant to them on a 27" steel barn donated by Endres Manufacturing Co. The barns have been on display along Main St. in Waunakee since June, but now it's time they find a permanent home.

All proceeds from the auction will benefit local charities. This year the recipients of proceeds from the project are: Endres Manfacturing Co. Foundation, Schumacher Farm Park, and the Waunakee Creative Economy Initiative.

Stay tuned as we will feature a couple of barns each week leading up to the auction on September 18. Keep an eye out for the next installment of Barn of the Day. For more information on Barns on Main and to see photos of all 15 pieces of art, visit www.waunakee.com/barnsonmain. For photos, click on the "2016 Barns Auction" tab on the left side of the page.

Hope to see you at the auction!

Village of Waunakee Agenda - Week of August 7, 2016

The following official Village meetings will take place this coming week:

Plan Commission Monday, August 8, 2016 @ 6:00 PM at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)
Joint Plan Commission Tuesday, August 9, 2016 @ 6:00 PM at 500 West Main Street (Village Hall)
Library Board Friday, August 12, 2016 @ 7:45 AM at 710 South Street (Waunakee Library)

Check out the prior post on this topic:
http://waunablog.blogspot.com/2016/07/village-of-waunakee-agenda-week-of-july_52.html

Agendas may change prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas for these meetings will be posted at a minimum of three of the following official posting places:
Waunakee Village Hall (500 West Main Street)
Waunakee Senior Center (333 South Madison 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 Online: 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@waunakee.com