This Week in Weston

January 30, 2015 

 

A Snapshot of What's Happening in Weston!
WESTON MUNICIPAL CENTER
OFFICES CLOSED

The Village of Weston Municipal Center offices will be closed to the public on February 16th (Presidents Day). We will re-open on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at 7:30am. 

SPECIAL TAX COLLECTION HOURS

In an effort to accommodate our taxpayers, the Weston Municipal Center will be holding special hours on Saturday, January 31st, from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm for tax collection only!
 

The Weston Municipal Center and 10 Weston Financial Instutions will continue to collect tax payments until February 2, 2015. Please note that payments for 2nd installments will need to be made at the Marathon County Courthouse (500 Forest St. Wausau, WI 54403).
 

For a complete listing of Tax Collection and Payment information, please click on the following link: 
 
 

Tax Collection and Payment information

THE FOLLOWING MEETINGS
WILL BE HELD THIS WEEK

  • Property and Infrastructure Committee meeting (PIC), Monday, February 2, 2015 at 4:45pm.
     
  • Village Board meeting, Monday, February 2, 2015 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!
TAX COLLECTION
Below are the Village Hall Tax collection hours.
   
FINANCIAL INSTITUTION locations accepting Property Tax Payments for the Village of Weston (only those branches located in Weston and listed below):
  • Abby Bank (2405 Schofield Avenue)
  • Associated Bank (5211 Alderson Street)
  • BMO Harris Bank (2806 Schofield Avenue)
  • Brokaw Credit Union (2006 Schofield Avenue)
  • Cloverbelt Credit Union (5906 Business HWY 51)
  • Covantage Credit Union (3807 Schofield Avenue)
  • Intercity State Bank (2900 Schofield Avenue)
  • Peoples State Bank (7205 Stone Ridge Drive)
  • River Valley State Bank (4107 Barbican Avenue)
  • US Bank (5802 Camp Phillips Road)
Please take the BOTTOM PERFORATED STUB of your tax bill to the institutions when making a payment. They will KEEP the stub for processing. The Village will mail you a receipt within 5 days. These institutions will accept cash or checks for the amount of the first installment or the full payment amount of the tax bill owed. Escrow checks OVER the tax bill amount will NOT be processed at these institutions. Instead, they should be processed at the Weston Municipal Center. The Village will issue REFUND CHECKS within 5 days of collection, as needed, for any overpayments that are received by mail.
LIFEGUARD POSITIONS AVAILABLE 
The Village of Weston is currently accepting applications for Lifeguards, W.S.I. Certified lifeguards and Head lifeguards for the 2015 season. These seasonal positions will run from approximately May 29th through August 23rd, 2015. 

Applications are available on our website, www.westonwi.gov, under the the E-Services section. Applications need to be completed by March 13th, 2015 with testing for new employees scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 21st, 2015. 

For questions, please contact the Weston Park Department at 715-359-9988, [email protected] or [email protected].
SEASONAL PARK MAINTANIER POSITIONS AVAILABLE 

The Village of Weston is currently accepting applications for Seasonal Park Maintainer Positions for the summer of 2015. These seasonal positions will run from approximately mid - May through the end of August. 


Applications are available on our website, www.westonwi.gov, under the the E-Services section. Applications need to be submitted by March 31st, 2015.  


For questions, please contact the Weston Park Department at 715-359-9988 or [email protected]

VILLAGE OF WESTON

NOTICE CONCERNING SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL FROM SIDEWALKS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT CHAPTER 70 OF THE WESTON MUNICIPAL CODE OF ORDINANCES WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED.

 

Sec. 70.104.  Depositing snow removal.  "It shall be unlawful for any person to push or deposit snow, or cause snow to be pushed or deposited from his own personal driveway or parking area into the public streets and/or right-of-way so as to cause a nuisance or obstruction. The village may cause such deposits of snow to be removed from the street, and the cost of such removal shall be charged to the property owner."

 

Sec. 70.112.  Cleaning of sidewalks.  "The owner of property or the party in possession of the property abutting on any sidewalk shall, without notice and at all times, keep such abutting sidewalk clean and free from debris, dirt, sweepings, obstructions and clear of snow and ice and shall not deposit or place any sweepings or debris or other foreign matter upon the sidewalk, or in the street. Snow and ice shall be removed within 48 hours.  If any owner shall fail or neglect to keep any sidewalk free of debris, dirt, sweepings, obstructions, snow or ice, the Village may proceed to clear such sidewalk and shall charge the expense, as defined by the Village Board in the village schedule of fees, thereof as a special tax against the premises to be collected as other taxes on real estate.  The Village may, but shall not be required to, give notice to the owners of the property before providing for the Village to clear such walks."

 

The Village will be responsible for clearing sidewalks, walkways, driveways, and parking lots around Village-owned and maintained buildings and properties. The Village will also be responsible for clearing the sidewalks of the three major 4-lane arterials (main thoroughfares) that run through the Village:  Camp Phillips Road, Business Highway 51, and Schofield Avenue; the Ross Avenue Round-a-bout sidewalks and all multi-use paths within the Village.  All other sidewalks of the Village, not listed above, will be the responsibility of the property owners of a building or lot. 

 

Pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 66.0907(5), the Village may also impose a fine or penalty for neglecting to keep sidewalks clear of snow and ice.


 

VILLAGE OF WESTON

Loren White, President

WESTON V-CHAT 
The Village of Weston has started creating informational videos called Weston V-Chat. During the next year we will be posting several short videos to communicate preferred procedures and practices for your services. Services like Spring and Fall Yard Materials Pick-up, the wheres and whys for snow removal process, proper yard maintenance, etc. Please view the video below.
Weston Village V-Chat Introduction video
Weston Village V-Chat Introduction video
Our videos will be posted on our YouTube page. Please check out our page to view the Weston V-Chat videos and other informational videos as well. 

WESTON V-CHAT 
SNOW & ICE CONTROL
We have just released our 2nd V-Chat video. Since winter is here, please check out the V-Chat video on Snow & Ice Control in the Village of Weston.
Weston WI V-Chat #2 Snow & Ice Control
Weston WI V-Chat #2 Snow & Ice Control

Our videos will be posted on our YouTube page. Please check out our page to view the Weston V-Chat videos and other informational videos as well. 

NEW ZONING CODE UPDATE
AND ZONING MAP

The Planning and Development Team has released the first draft of the Zoning Map for 2015 on the Village's website. The Planning Team welcomes you to review the map and the zoning code and give them your feedback using the feedback form provided on the website.

 

There is also a set of flashcards to help you better understand each zone and what land uses are compatible in each zone. The team looks forward to hearing from you soon.

PET LICENSE

PetData will be sending the 2015 pet license renewal notices directly to your mailbox this year. Pet owners will have several options for renewing the licenses, including by mail or online.  New pet owners or pet owners that did not receive a notice may also use the online licensing system.

 

This year, cat and dog licenses for Weston and Wausau will be the same shape and color.  Purchasing a license and attaching it to your pet's collar is one of the most important things that you can do as a responsible pet owner.  Displaying the current license tag on your pet's collar makes it easy for Animal Control officers and shelter employees to quickly locate the lost pet's owner information.  It just might be the fastest way to get your lost pet back home to the family!

 

For more information, you can visit their website at www.petdata.com or call toll-free at 1-866-220-5551.

 COMMUNITY EVENTS
THIS WEEK

TAVERN LEAGUE 9 PIN TAP
BOWLING TOURNAMENT

The 5th District of the Tavern League of Wisconsin will be hosting a 9 Pin Tap Bowling Tournament at Dale's Weston Lanes on January 25th, January 31st, and February 7th.


 
Cost is $120 for a 4-person team.  For more information please contact Diane Matsch at [email protected] or at 715-370-1662
  

Flyer

PEYTON'S PROMISE
STOCKING THE SHELVES

Peyton's Promise Stock the Shelves rematch during the girls and boys basketball games between D.C. Everest and Wausau West is being held Friday, February 6th at the D.C. Everest Senior High. Items donated will be going to help D.C Everest Blessings in a Backpack and local food pantries.


Stocking the Shelves Flyer

 SAVE THE DATE
25TH ANNUAL
FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE

The YMCA is hosting its 25th Father/Daughter Dance on Saturday, February 7th from 6:30 to 9:00pm (at the Wausau Branch). This is a time when Dads or a male role model have a chance to create special memories with their daughters or loved one. Enjoy an evening of music, door prizes, refreshments and dancing! Proceeds provide financial assistance and scholarships for membership and program participation through YMCA Community Partners Funding.
 

Tickets can be purchased at the Wausau Branch or the Aspirus Branch. 

  • Members: $12.00 per person
  • Non-Members: $17.00 per person
  • $4.00 discount on 2nd and additional daughter
  • Tickets can be purchased at the door the night of the event for $20.00 per person
FINANCIAL WELLNESS CONFERENCE

Asset Builders Presents the 8th Annual Financial Wellness Conference on Saturday, February 7th from 9:00am to 2:30pm for Youth and Adult. Learn about Budgeting, Homeownership, Employment, Senior Issues, Education after High School, Financial Aid tips and much more.
 

Cost is $2 for adults and FREE for youth under 18 that are registered by January 30,2015.  This includes a continental breakfast and lunch.
 

Location: John Muir Middle School (1400 Weston Stewart Ave., Wausau)

Contact: 866-304-6896
 

Financial Wellness Flyer and Registration

BOOK SALE
MARATHON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

The friends of Marathon County Public Library are hosting a book sale February 6th and 7th from 9:30am to 4:30pm and a special "Bag Sale" ($6 per bag) February 8th from 1:00-4:00pm. There will be new and gently used books, paperbacks, puzzles, software, videos, CD's, audio books and record albums! Most items are only 50�! Proceeds from book sales go to support library programs and help purchase library materials and equipment.

For more information please call 715-261-7200.

 NEWS FROM OUR PARTNERS
WISCONSIN CENTRALTIME NEWSLETTER
MARATHON COUNTY

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!


www.co.marathon.wi.us

MEMBER NEWSLETTER
SOUTH AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

Check out the December 2014 / January 2015 SABA Newsletter

 

Be a Sponsor for the Month? Call Dianne Brookhyser at (715) 355-1255 or email at [email protected] to see what you will receive!  
 

www.southareabusiness.com 

NORTH CENTRAL WISCONSIN REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION NEWS

Please see the link below to view that North Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission December Newsletter.
 

www.ncwrpc.org 

UNITED WAY'S 2-1-1

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 assistant, unemployment, services for youth or elderly, or support groups (or a variety of other services. 

 COMMUNITY NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
INCOME TAX
PREPARATION ASSISTANCE

Do you need assistance filing your income taxes? In Marathon County there are programs available to provide free income tax preparation assistance for qualified taxpayers filing simple returns with no business ownership, rental property, or capital gains.

AARP Volunteer Tax-Aide
The AARP Volunteer Tax-Aide program offers tax preparation to low to moderate income taxpayers, by appointment only, with special consideration given to those ages 60 and older. Appointments are held at the UW-Extension offices at 212 River Drive each Tuesday and Wednesday morning from 8:00am to Noon, February 3 through April 8. To make an appointment, call United Way's 2-1-1 by dialing 2-1-1 or 715-848-2255 weekdays from 8:00am to 5:00pm, beginning January 15, 2015.

Super Tax Saturday
Super Tax Saturday will take place Saturday, February 14, 2015 between 8:00am and 4:00pm, by appointment only. Super Tax Saturday focuses on those who qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).
 

EITC is a tax credit for people who work but do not earn high incomes. Families may qualify for this credit if their income is less than $53,000. For a Super Tax Saturday appointment, call United Way's 2-1-1.
 

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
Community volunteers and accounting students at UW-Marathon County will provide free Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) for taxpayers with income under $53,000.
 

The Center for Civic Engagement on the UW-Marathon County campus offers VITA assistance by appointment Tuesdays and Saturdays February 3 through April 11. Call 715-261-6104 for an appointment beginning January 15.
 

For more information on assistance with income taxes, call United Way's 2-1-1 or 715-848-2255 to speak with an Information Specialist, or go the the SCHEDULE for specific dates, times and locations.

INDOOR INSTRUCTIONAL SOCCER

The D.C. Everest Girls soccer coach Lucas Kollross and the boys soccer coach Manny Polack will be supervising an Indoor Instructional Soccer clinic for one hour on Sunday's, February 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22 at the Greenheck Field House Gym.
 

Players will be taught the fundamentals of soccer with assistance from high school players and parent volunteers. Each week the coaches will focus on a new skill followed by a soccer game. Participants in grades 1-5 need to wear shinguards. No soccer experience is needed to participate in this activity. 
 

They are also in need of volunteer coaches in order for the program to run (no soccer experience is necessary). The deadline to REGISTER is Friday, February 7. Cost is $33.00.

D.C. EVEREST FAST PITCH

D.C. Everest Fastpitch is now accepting registration forms for their 2015 Summer League. The league is open to all girls ages 4 to 18. 
 

Summer League Registration

PEYTON'S PROMISE
WESTON FOOD DRIVE - JANUARY
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 January items are, Pancakes and Syrup and Cereal Bars. These can be dropped off at the Village of Weston Municipal Center (between 7:30 and 5:00), Pick n Save, Fantastic Sam's, Covenant Community Presbyterian Church, or Abby Bank.

 
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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

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Keith Donner 

Director of Pubic Works

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Jennifer Higgins

Director of Planning & Development

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John Jacobs

Finance Director

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Shawn Osterbrink

Director of Parks, Forestry and Recreation

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Sherry Weinkauf

Clerk/Employee Resource Manager

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