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THE FOLLOWING MEETINGS
WILL BE HELD THIS WEEK
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- Village Board meeting, Monday, March 16, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.
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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NEW LOCAL ADVERTISING
WESTON DIRECT
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Take advantage of our great new advertising opportunity! Your Village is excited to announce a new, 'shop local; support local' initiative as part of our, "It's Right, Here" marketing and branding campaign. In conjunction with an improved "Weston Wire" print newsletter, local businesses, institutions, and clubs will have opportunities to advertise within and help sponsor each publication, which reaches over 7,000 Village households and businesses. Find out more about this opportunity at www.westonwi.gov/WestonDirect.
WestonDirect Informational Flyer
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LIFEGUARD POSITIONS AVAILABLE
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 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, sosterbrink@westonwi.gov or bmroczenski@westonwi.gov.
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SEWER UTILITY RATE INCREASE
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On February 2, 2015, the Village of Weston Board of Trustees adopted new rates for the sewer utility, which became effective March 1, 2015.
Base charges have been increased ±5% and volume charges have increased 9.1% ($0.25 per 1,000 gallons) as compared to previous rates.
For more detailed information or to view the rate chart please visit the Village's Sewer Utility Rate webpage at the below link.
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SEASONAL WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
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Effective Friday, March 13, 2015 seasonal weight limits will go into in effect in the Village of Weston with a restriction of 8 tons gross vehicle weight (GVW) on the majority of the streets.
For more information please visit the Weight Restrictions page on the Village's website at the below link.
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SEASONAL PARK MAINTANIER POSITIONS AVAILABLE
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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 sosterbrink@westonwi.gov.
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KENNEDY PARK ICE RINK & WARMING HOUSE CLOSED FOR THE SEASON
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The Village of Weston Ice Rink and Warming House at Kennedy Park is now closed for the season. The Village wants to thank you for your support and looks forward to your patronage next season.
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PET LICENSE
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|  PetData has sent the 2015 pet license renewal notices directly to your mailbox once again 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.
Pets must be licensed BEFORE April 1, 2015 to avoid higher licensing fees and fines. 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. |
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VILLAGE OF WESTON
NOTICE CONCERNING SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL FROM SIDEWALKS
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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
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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 |
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.
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WESTON V-CHAT
SNOW & ICE CONTROL
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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 |
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.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
THIS WEEK
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BLOOD DRIVE
ASPIRUS YMCA
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 The BloodCenter of Wisconsin is having a Blood Drive in the Youth Lobby of Woodson YMCA Aspirus Branch on Friday, March 13th. It's a great way to save the lives of others and only takes minutes of your time.
To make an appointment please call 1-888-310-7555 to schedule your time. Refreshments are provided.
The event is open to the public and walk-in donors are welcome. Please bring a photo id with your birth date.
YMCA Website
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YOUTH IN ACTION
COMMUNITY DINNER
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Mount Olive Church in Weston (6205 Alderson Street, Weston) will be hosting its annual Youth in Action Community Dinner on Friday, March 13 at 5:30 p.m.. Dinner is open to the public and consists of Smothered Chicken Parmesan, Pasta Alfredo, soup/salad, vegetable medley, beverage and dessert. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the Church Office. There will be raffles and a live auction after dinner. A Silent Auction will also be held March 12 -15. All proceeds benefit the youth ministries at Mount Olive. Complimentary Child Care.
For more information, please call (715) 359-5546
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EVEREST ADVENTURE CARE
SPRING BREAK
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Join Everest Adventure Care for their Spring Break Vacation Fun Days March 30-April 2 at the Greenheck Fieldhouse from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a wide variety of activities including gym games, ice skating, rock climbing, swimming, and bowling. Food and snacks are also included. Cost is $37 per person for each day. Children must be Pre-Registered.
For more information please contact Jacque at 715-359-6563 Ext. 4 or email her at jjakubek@dce.k12.wi.us
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BLOOD DRIVE
MOUNT OLIVE CHURCH
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Mount Olive Lutheran Church (6205 Alderson St., Weston) will host a blood drive at their Family Life Center on March 20th from 11:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. All eligible community members are encouraged to donate blood to fill this great community need for the American Red Cross. You can call the church office at 715-359-5546 to preregister, but drop-ins are also welcome.
Mt. Olive Blood Driver Flyer
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EASTER FOR KIDS
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Join Redeemer Lutheran Church (6404 Old Costa Rd.) as they host Easter for Kids on Sunday, March 29th from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Children are invited to participate in Devotions, Stories, Projects, Snacks, Games, and Songs.
Easter for Kids Flyer
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SAFE SITTER CLASS
MINISTRY HEALTH
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The Family Birth Center at Ministry Saint Clare's Hospital in Weston is now accepting registrations for Safe Sitter Training Classes to be held March 31st and April 24th in the Ministry Saint Clare's Conference Center from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Participants should use parking lot and door #3 for best access to the program on the campus of the Weston Regional Medical Center.
Safe Sitter® is a medically accurate, competency-based babysitting preparation course designed for 11 to 13-year-olds. Safe Sitter will discuss how babysitting is a business and what your child will need to do to be safe and successful babysitters. Included in the class are accepting the jobs that are right for you, child care essentials, infant and child choking rescue, first-aid, behavior management and safety.
Cost for the class is $50 and includes a student handbook. Participants should bring a bag lunch or money for lunch. Limited financial assistance is available for families who cannot afford the normal fee. Advanced registration is requested and space is limited. For more information or to register, please contact Michelle Pagel at 715.393.3046 or michelle.pagel@ministryhealt.org.
Safer Sitter Training Class
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EASTER 9 PIN TAP
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Join Dale's Weston Lanes as they host their Easter 9 Pin Tap fundraiser on Saturday, April 4th to raise funds for the Weston Lanes Youth Program. Registration begins at 1:00 p.m. with an entry fee of $30 per bowler which includes 3 games, Dinner, and Free Beer from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. There will also be many prizes and raffles. Music by Brad Emanuel at 8:00 p.m.
Easter 9 Pin Tap Flyer
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EASTER BUFFET
DALE'S WESTON LANES
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Join Dale's Weston Lanes for their Easter Buffet on Sunday, April 5th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Walk-ins welcome but reservation cutomers have priority seating times. See flyer for more details.
Easter Buffet Flyer
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BOWL FOR KIDS SAKE
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Join Big Brothers Big Sisters as they host their annual Bowl for Kids Sake, April 16-18 at Dale's Weston Lanes. This fundraising event is a way to assure that area kids in need get matched with a mentor with all of the proceeds staying in the community.
Bowl for Kids Sake Info
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WISCONSIN CENTRALTIME NEWSLETTER
MARATHON COUNTY
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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!
www.co.marathon.wi.us
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MEMBER NEWSLETTER
SOUTH AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
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UNITED WAY'S 2-1-1
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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 assistant, unemployment, services for youth or elderly, or support groups (or a variety of other services.
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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INCOME TAX
PREPARATION ASSISTANCE
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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.
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INDOOR INSTRUCTIONAL SOCCER
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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.
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D.C. EVEREST FAST PITCH
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 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
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D.C. EVEREST YOUTH BASEBALL
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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 St. Baldrick's Association for the month of March to help in the research of finding a cure for childhood cancer. 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 to the St. Baldrick's Foundation. So go to Cutie Pie Photo Studio and vote for your favorite photo and help families in need.
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PEYTON'S PROMISE
WESTON FOOD DRIVE - MARCH
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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 March items are, 100% Fruit Juice & Juice Boxes. These can be dropped off at the Village of Weston Municipal Center (between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.), Pick n Save, Fantastic Sam's, Covenant Community Presbyterian Church, or Abby Bank.
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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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