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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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LABOR DAY WEEK
GARBAGE / RECYCLING ROUTE
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Monday, September 1st: No Pickup - Will be picked up on Tuesday
Tuesday, September 2nd: Will be picked up on Wednesday
Wednesday, September 3rd: Will be picked up on Thursday
Thursday, September 4th: Will be picked up on Friday
Friday, September 5th: Will be Picked up on Saturday
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THE FOLLOWING MEETINGS
WILL BE HELD THIS WEEK
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| There will be no meetings held this week.
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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ROSS AVENUE PAVEMENT WORK
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On Wednesday, September 3rd, American Asphalt will be paving Ross Avenue, starting at the Eau Claire River Bridge, thru the roundabout and commencing roughly 500 feet past the roundabout. Work will begin after 9am and should be completed by 3pm.
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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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JOB OPENING
PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE WORKER
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 The Village is looking for a person with knowledge of the fundamentals of single/tandem/tri/quad axle truck driving, fundamentals of hauling materials and snow removal, and the operation of other Village owned equipment and heavy manual labor.
This is a semi-skilled position and employees in this classification are responsible for performing work with a high degree of skill associated with the operation of single/tandem/tri/quad axle trucks under a variety of conditions and performing snow removal operations with a front mounted plow with a wing. This position also includes performing work of a heavy, manual nature, which may or may not require a high degree of manipulative skill or previous experience. Work is subject to close supervision and instructions are frequently given at the beginning of each new task. Work is generally performed under the immediate direction of an employee of higher grade.
If interested please apply online at: http://wiweston.civicplus.com/367/Employment.
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REGULATIONS ON POLITICAL SIGNS
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Please note that Political message, public election or referenda signs during an election campaign, as defined in Sec. 12.04(l), Wis. Stats., limited to one (1) per street frontage per candidate or referenda question. Political signs may be posted sixty (60) days before an election and must be removed within seven (7) days after said election. In all zoning districts, said sign shall not exceed sixteen (16) square feet per side in area in a residential district and thirty-two (32) square feet per side in area in a commercial, industrial or agricultural district and shall not project higher than ten (10) feet from the base of the sign or grade of the nearest adjacent roadway, whichever is higher. Such signs shall be erected only on private property and shall not be posted without permission of the property owner. Signs shall not be permitted on utility poles, light poles or similar structures.
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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.
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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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BIKE FIXTATION NETWORK
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T  he Wausau MPO held a News Conference at the Mountain Bay Trail Head today to announce the newest location for the Bike Fixtation Network in the Wausau Area. The station which is designed to provide area bicyclist with the opportunity to pe rform routine maintenance and repair on their bicycles, contains a public repair stand with 8 tools, a high security bike pump, and signage that includes an area bike map.
For more information please go to the News Conference Release at: http://wi-weston.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/1912. |
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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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DUNKIN' DONUTS
NOW OPEN
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D unkin' Donuts in Weston is now officially open in the Weston Center (Corner of Schofield Avenue and Camp Phillips Road). To see a wide variety of food and beverages Dunkin' Donuts has to offer check out their website.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
THIS WEEK
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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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Ma rk 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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FAMILY FEST
MT. OLIVE LUTHERAN CHURCH
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| | Join Mt. Olive Lutheran Church (6205 Alderson Street - across from the D.C. Everest High School) as they host Family Fest on Sunday, September 13 from 10am to 2pm. There will be Crafts, Games, Inflatables, Food Flea Market, Bakery Shop and MORE! Proceeds will go to support Missions. |
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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
Planning Commission Committee Chair
Scott Berger
Personnel Committee Chair
Barbara Ermeling
Finance Committee Chair
Sharon Jaeger
Parks & Recreation
Committee Chair
Mark Porlier
Property and Infrastructure Committee Chair
Fred Schuster Community Life and
Public Safety Chair
Jon Ziegler
Community Development Authority 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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