THE FOLLOWING MEETINGS WILL BE HELD THIS WEEK
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- Park & Rec Committee meeting, Monday, August 25, 2014 at 5:00pm.
- Finance Committee meeting, Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 6:00pm.
Unless stated otherwise, all meetings are held at the Village of Weston Municipal Center, 5500 Schofield Avenue.
All village meeting agendas and packets can be found on the Agendas and Minutes page of the village website. Sign up for agenda posting notifications on our website through Notify Me!
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WESTON RESIDENTS CAN NOW CONNECT ONLINE WITH VILLAGE OF WESTON VIA NEXTDOOR.COM
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11 of neighborhoods in Weston are already using Nextdoor (www.nextdoor.com), the first private social network for neighborhoods, and now the Village of WESTON has adopted the platform to communicate directly with residents. This new partnership will improve Village-wide and neighbor-to-neighbor communications and help build stronger and safer communities across the Village.
On Nextdoor neighbors can get to know one another and exchange local advice and recommendations. WESTON residents will also be able to receive important notifications directly from the Village
Tens of thousands of neighbors across the country are already using Nextdoor to:
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Find trustworthy local resources, such as babysitters, plumbers, and dentists
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Communicate with neighbors and the Village about suspicious activity and safety concerns
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Organize neighborhood events, such as garage sales and block parties
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Get assistance in finding lost pets and missing packages
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Sell or give away items, like an old kitchen table or bike
Nextdoor was specifically designed to make neighbors feel comfortable sharing information with one another. All members must verify that they live within the neighborhood. Information shared on Nextdoor is password-protected and cannot be accessed by those outside the neighborhood or found on search engines.
Please join your neighbors and the Village in building a stronger, safer Weston today at www.nextdoor.com.
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FARMER'S MARKET OPEN
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The Village of Weston Farmer's Market kicked off its 10th season on May 3rd. The Farmer's Market offers fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables along with meats (from NewGrass Farm, and GrasWerka Family Farm), homemade bakery from Grandma's Oven, egg rolls, Kim's BS sauce, plants, flowers and homemade crafts. The market is open every Tuesday and Saturday. Located at Farmer's Market Park next to the Village Municipal Center at 5500 Schofield Avenue. For your convenience the Market also accepts EBT (foodshare) and Debit cards.
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WESTON FARMER'S MARKET ACCEPTING EBT & DEBIT CARDS
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The Village of Weston Farmer's Market has the ability to accept EBT & Debit Cards through a token program. Debit tokens will be in $5 increments and there will be a $1 service charge added to each separate transaction. These tokens can then be used at all of the individual vendors at the Market.
EBT tokens, with the assistance of the Marathon County Health Department and the Healthy Eating Active Living Coalition of Marathon County can also be used as a form of payment and come in increments of $1. Please look for the sandwich board sign on Market days to purchase your tokens through the Debit and EBT programs.
"The service of allowing electronic forms of payment not only helps Marathon County residents access more local, fresh foods, but it also supports the vendors of the market," says Amanda Ostrowski, Public Health Educator with Marathon County Health Department.

The Weston Farmers Market is located next to the Weston Municipal Center at 5500 Schofield Avenue and is open on Tuesday's and Saturday's from 8 a.m. until produce is sold out through the end of October.
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CAMP PHILLIPS ROAD CORRIDOR PLAN
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On Wednesday, July 16th, the Village held a Public Informational meeting to present the first draft of the Camp Phillips Road Corridor Plan.
For those who were unable to attend, the presentation is available below or on the Village YouTube channel via this link.
 | Camp Phillips Corridor Plan Public Presentation 7/16/14 |
The Village will be collecting resident input and comments through an online Citizen Feedback Form portal until mid- August. Comments received will be used to make Plan modifications over the next few months. The Village will hold another Public Meeting in early fall prior to the final public hearing and adoption of the Plan by the Village Board.
Please visit the Camp Phillips Road Corridor Plan webpage at www.westonwi.gov/cpc for additional information.
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DRAFT COMPREHENSIVE OUTDOOR RECREATION PLAN
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The public is invited to attend the Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting this Monday, August 25th at 5:15pm at the Weston Municipal Center to hear a presentation from Consultant Mark Roffers on the Draft Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP).
Local Park and Recreation related organizations and youth sports teams have also been invited to attend and discuss the Plan with the Committee. A copy of the draft CORP is available for public review on the Village's Comprehensive Plan Update webpage or via the following links
Conditions and Issues Volume of the Comprehensive Plan Draft Chapter 10: Parks and Recreation (August 2014)
Comprehensive Plan Elements Draft Chapter 9: Parks and Recreation (August 2014)
The CORP will be adopted as part of the Village's Comprehensive Plan at a later date following a Public Hearing before the Village Board.
Questions, comments or concerns with the Draft Plan can be forwarded to Jennifer Higgins, Director of Planning & Development at jhiggins@westonwi.gov or Shawn Osterbrink, Park Superintendent at sosterbrink@westonwi.gov .
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WESTON AQUATIC CENTER
CLOSING FOR THE SEASON
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| Get out there and enjoy the last few days of summer at the Weston Aquatic Center. The Weston Aquatic Center will be closing for the season August 24th. |
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THE STORE ON COUNTY HWY J NOW OPEN
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The Store gas and convenience store, 6606 County Road J, Weston is now open for business at the corner of Schofield Avenue and County Road J. The Subway restaurant will be opening soon. Please watch for details of The Store's September 6th Grand Opening Celebration!
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MUNICIPAL CENTER CLOSED - LABOR DAY
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The Weston Municipal Center will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2014 for Labor Day. We will re-open on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at 7:30am.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS THIS WEEK
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Come be part of third annual Wausau Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and Kid's Fun Run on August 23rd. The race starts and finishes in Marathon Park in Wausau.
Marathon starts at 7am, Half Marathon starts at 7:30am, 5K starts at 8am and the Kids Fun Run starts at 8:30am. Medals awarded in various classes. The marathon course has been certified by USA Track & Field. This makes the 26.2 mile course distance official and enables the event to be used as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.
Running not your thing? The Marathon course runs through Weston. Head on out to the route and cheer the runners on or better yet....volunteer to help. Volunteers are needed to cover intersections throughout the area and will receive a FREE t-shirt. Please contact Scott Liegl at 715-355-8788. For more information go to the Wausau Marathon Website.
Wausau Marathon Website
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BIKE FOR HONOR FLIGHT 2014
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Never Forgotten Honor Flight: Join their mission to fly veterans to Washington DC to visit the memorials that stand in their honor.
**Choose your Distance** On August 24th, take part in the Bike for Honor Flight 2014. Proceeds will benefit Never Forgotten Honor Flight. There will be a 50 mile ride starting at 8:00am, 20 mile ride starting at 9:00am, and a fun ride starting at 10:00am.
Entry fees: $25 per rider (15 & under free with paid adult rider; 15 & under t-shirt would be $10/per pre-registered rider.
Registration forms available at: www.neverforgottenhonorflight.org or to have one sent to you, contact: schlichtem@firstweber.com or 715-574-6004.
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BIKE FIXTATION PRESS CONFERENCE
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Come out and learn about the new area Bike Fixations at the News Conference on August 27th. The News Conference will be located at the Mountain Bay Trail Head (5501 Municipal St. Weston) at 10:00am. For more information about the news conference please call 715-261-1935.
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Come be a part of 6th Annual Paws on the Path! Enjoy a family friendly fundraising walk through beautiful Sunny Vale Park (7001 Packer Drive, Wausau) on Sunday, August 31, 2014 from 8:00am - 12:00pm to benefit the Humane Society of Marathon County.
Prizes are awarded to top pledge raisers in the categories of Top Individual, Top Team, and Top Corporate. Pets are welcome and encouraged to attend. Light refreshments, creative trick contest along with various displays and demonstrations will also be on hand.
Paws on the Path 2014 Flyer/Registration
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BLOOD DRIVE
MINISTRY ST. CLARE'S
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The Blood Center of Wisconsin is having a Blood Drive at Saint Clare's Hospital in Weston (3400 Ministry Parkway) on September 3rd from 9:00am to 2:00pm (Use Hospital Entrance #3).
For an appointment or more information please call 888-310-7555. All blood types are needed. Walk-ins welcome
Ministry St. Clare's Blood Drive
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TIM HAWKINS ROCKSHOW COMEDY TOUR
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Christian comedian, songwriter, and singer Tim Hawkins will be performing live at Mt. Olive Church (6205 Alderson St., Weston) on Friday, September 5th beginning at 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:15pm). Tickets are $22 in advance or $25 at the door. VIP tickets are $42 advance only.
Ticket Info Website
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Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Irish Fest on Saturday, September 6, 2014 (half way to St. Patrick's Day) at Basil Restaurant in Weston. Enjoy a morning Bike Ride, followed by Workshops, Family Entertainment, Irish Dancers, and Live Music. Food and drinks also available for purchase.
For more information check out the Irish Fest website or their Facebook Page.
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WISCONSIN CENTRALTIME
MARATHON COUNTY NEWSLETTER
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Want to "Be in the Know with Wisconsin Central Time?"...then sign up today to start receiving their electronic newsletter which is a means to communicate what Marathon County Government is doing to make our county a great place to work, play and live! Please check out Marathon Countys Newsletter Page to view the most current newsletter and to subscribe to their mailing list!
Summer 2014 Marathon County Newsletter
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WAUSAU REGION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE THE CHAMBER CONNECTION
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Check out the August Chamber Connection Newsletter. The August issue has E3YP, member news, featured member, ambassador of the month, volunteer spotlight, new member and ribbon cuttings!
August 2014 Chamber Connect Newsletter
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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PEYTON'S PROMISE
WESTON FOOD DRIVE
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Thanks for the continued support from the Village of Weston Area Schools, Residents, Pick n Save, Abby Bank and Fantastic Sam's, for their tremendous effort in supporting Peyton's Promise to help the many needy families throughout the year.
Peyton's Promise has also started an "Item of the Month" collection, in which August's items are Deodorant and Toothpaste. These can be dropped off at the Village of Weston Municipal Center (between 7:30 and 5:00), Pick n Save, Fantastic Sam's, Community Presbyterian Church, or Abby Bank.
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"CUTEST CUTIE PIE"
PHOTO CONTEST
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Cutie Pie Photo Studio in Weston (corner of Camp Phillips and Schofield Ave) is working with the Salvation Army for the month of August. Cutie Pie Studio is having a "Cutest Cutie Pie" contest where people can vote for their favorite photo for $1 a vote. All proceeds will be going the Salvation Army. So go to Cutie Pie Photo Studio and vote for your favorite photo and help those families in need.
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UNITED WAY'S 211
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United Way's 2-1-1 is a dialing code for FREE confidential access to non-emergency health and human services information and referral. They are there to help answer questions and connect you to services 24 hours a day 7 days a week, whether you need information regarding financial assistance, unemployment, services for youth or elderly, or support groups (or a variety of other services).
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This Week in Weston is a free weekly e-newsletter promoting events or activities in the Weston area! If you have an event or activity taking place in Weston and would like it posted in This Week in Weston please send information to:
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Contact Us
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Village of Weston
5500 Schofield Ave. Weston, WI 54476
715-359-6114
Village Trustees
Loren White Village President
Scott Berger
Personnel Committee Chair
Barbara Ermeling
Finance Committee Chair
Sharon Jaeger
Park & Recreation Committee Chair Mark Porlier
Personnel Committee Chair
Fred Schuster Public Safety Chair Jon Ziegler
Public Works & Utility Chair
Department Directors
Daniel Guild Administrator Nathan Crowe Director of Technology Services ncrowe@westonwi.gov Keith Donner Director of Pubic Works kdonner@westonwi.gov Jennifer Higgins Director of Planning & Development jhiggins@westonwi.gov John Jacobs Finance Director jjacobs@westonwi.gov Shawn Osterbrink Director of Parks, Forestry and Recreation sosterbrink@westonwi.gov Sherry Weinkauf Clerk/Employee Resource Manager sweinkauf@westonwi.gov |
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