Snow on Sidewalks

Sidewalks are to be kept free of snow and ice. The property owner which fronts upon or abuts any sidewalk shall be responsible for keeping such sidewalk clear of all snow and ice. The sidewalk should be cleared within 24 hours from the time the snow ceases to accumulate on the sidewalk. Failure to remove snow from sidewalks may result in the village removing the snow at the owner's expense and potential penalties. Violations can be reported by visiting www.waunakee.com/RequestTracker.aspx or by calling (608) 850-8500. Ordinance Sec. 82-281 through Sec. 82-287.

Property Trax: Looking to buy over the winter? Dane County has interest-free down payment loans for first-timers

The Dane County Housing Authority has $100,000 in federal money that can be used for deferred, interest-free down payment loans for first-time home buyers who meet income requirements and buy a house outside the city of Madison. 

To read the full article click here.

To learn more about the Dane County Housing Authority click here.

Holiday Carol Sing and Tree Lighting

Join us for an old-fashioned carol sing in our restored farmhouse, decorated for the season. Jean Erickson will accompany on the 1917 Sohmer upright Grand Piano. You don't want to miss the tree lighting with real candles! Hot cider and cookies will be served. This event is free to members and a $3.00 donation is requested from non-members.

Schumacher Farm Park is located at 5682 Highway 19 in Waunakee, one-half mile east of Waunakee on the hill across from Culvers. For more information, contact 849-4559 or visit us at http://www.schumacherfarmpark.org/.

Schumacher Farm County Park is a 100 acre open-air museum and conservancy dedicated to preserving old-time rural farm ways of Dane County. It is owned by Dane County Parks and run by the Friends of Schumacher Farm park, a non-profit organization.

Snow in Streets

No person shall push, carry, or deposit any snow or ice onto any roadways or sidewalks maintained by the village for pedestrial or vehicular traffic. Depositing snow or ice in the roadway or sidewalk is dangerous and could cause injury or accidents and may not allow for safe vehicular or pedestrial passage by the public. THIS APPLIES TO ALL SNOW REMOVAL CONTRACTORS. Ordinance Sec. 82-281.

¿¿What's That?? Winner!!

Congratulations to Tom Hadfield and Molly Murphy for submitting the first correct answers.  REX'S INNKEEPER.  The photo was the fireplace right as your walk in the front entrance.  The original picture is posted below. 

Rex's Innkeeper is located at 301 N. Century Ave. 849-5011. Rex's is locally owned and operated since 1988.  Rex's is well known for their steaks, prime rib, seafood, and nightly specials.  Rex's is open daily for lunch (Monday-Friday) from 11-2 p.m. and daily for dinner (Monday -Sunday) 4:30 p.m. - close.  Stop in for a cocktail/drink while watching the big game!

Thank you to Rex's for participating and thank you to everyone who participated this week.  I would like to give another round of thanks to all of the business who participated the last few weeks; Piggly Wiggly, Waun-A-Bowl, MNM's Coffeehouse, Zoe's Pizzeria, Molly's Depot Cafe, Ace Hardware, and Rex's Innkeeper. 

Fire Hydrants

Residents of Waunakee are asked to clear snow and ice away from fire hydrants. This can save valuable time in case of a fire when seconds count.

Grandma Gretel's House

Getting into the holiday spirit couldn't be easier when you help decorate Grandma Gretel's House! Take the whole family to this gingerbread house decorating event on Saturday, December 3, 2011 at the Waunakee American Legion Hall Post 360, 417 East Main Street in Waunakee! Come any time between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and for $10.00 donation, you can decorate a gingerbread house with all of the decorating goodies provided there for your! 100% of the proceeds to to the Waunakee Neighborhood Connection (WNC) and local projects for our Armed Services. Partnering with Grandma for this event include: Waunakee American Legion Post 360, Wipperfurth's Piggly Wiggly, SOAR-Kenya and HERO students of Waunakee High School.