As we approach the holiday season, I would like thank the Village staff and trustees for their contributions to making Wind Point a great place to live and to wish you and your loved ones all the best for the holidays and the new year ahead.
I'm looking forward to your feedback now that the Village has added Facebook and Twitter to its modes of communication.
And be careful of the cold and the wintry roads.
~President Pete Christensen
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| Nomination Forms Available for Spring Election |
| Nomination forms are available for Wind Point residents interested in running for Village Board Trustee in April. Trustee seats currently held by Karen Van Lone, David Heller and Jay Hammes will be up for election on April 1, 2014. Prospective candidates can begin collecting signatures on December 1. The deadline for submitting nomination forms is 5 p.m. on Tuesday, January 7 at the Village Administrative Office. Forms can be downloaded from the link below or can be picked up at the office. |
| Moments in Wind Point History... |
It was 60 years ago - December 1953 - when a public gathering was held at Wind Point School to discuss a plan for incorporating the Wind Point and Kramer Addition areas of the Town of Caledonia as the new Village of Wind Point. A plan was presented by resident Richard Harvey that included initial expenses of $26,560 for a fire truck, office equipment and incorporation fees. An informal vote was taken that resulted in 55 for and 2 against pursuing incorporation.
Source: A History of Wind Point by Richard Minton, M.D.
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Is your mailbox ready for snow?
 Residents are reminded that mailboxes damaged by snow pushed by the plows are the responsibility of the homeowner to repair. Make sure your mailbox is winter-ready by ensuring it is straight, sturdy and stable, and that it meets US Postal Service requirements: 41 to 45 inches off the ground, 6 to 8 inches back from the curb or edge of the pavement, buried 24 inches in the ground, and able to safely break away if struck by a vehicle. Some other reminders for the Winter Season... Please do not push or plow snow onto public roadways or right-of-ways. This can make it more hazardous for vehicle traffic and more difficult for public works staff to clear snow effectively. Also, be sure to dig out fire hydrants so they are accessible during emergencies and keep any storm drains on your property clear of debris to avoid pooling water during snow thaws. |
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- The Village Board adopted the 2014 Budget and tax levy as recommended by President Christensen. The Board also approved Resolution 13-05, designating reserves for the 2014 budget, and Resolution 13-06, setting the fee and forfeiture schedule.
- Racine Fire Chief Steve Hansen made a presentation to the Board on a proposed two-year renewal agreement with the Racine Fire Department for fire and EMS services. The two-year agreement includes a 2% increase in 2014 and 2015 and was approved by the Village Board unanimously.
- The Village Board approved renewal agreements with Wisconsin Humane Society for animal control services, Reliable Property Services for bike path plowing, and R&R Insurance for liability/automotive insurance. The Board directed staff to offer a renewal proposal to the Village of North Bay for police/court services with a 2% increase for 2014.
- The Board approved a pay request for the Chatham Circle re-paving project in the amount of $38,828, which came in under the original bid amount of $46,043. The Board also approved a change order of $3,360 for the lighthouse dormers to replace rotted wood.
- Administrator Hawes gave an update to the Board on wells permits and the status of the property at 4945 N. Main St. Hawes also presented a draft communications strategy to the Board.
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With the 2014 budget set, Village staff is working with the County to have tax bills prepared and mailed out by mid-December. This is the time of year property owners might wonder, "Where do my property tax dollars go, exactly?"
Although the Village of Wind Point collects tax payments, 76 cents of each $1 collected goes toward other taxing jurisdictions, including the school district, County, technical college and State. Twenty-four cents of every dollar goes toward local government services, like police, fire, garbage collection and street maintenance.
Wind Point continues to operate with the second-lowest tax rate in the County among incorporated municipalities.
~Michael Hawes, Administrator
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| Follow Wind Point on Social Media |
| If you use Facebook or Twitter, you can now follow the Village of Wind Point from these sites. We'll post updates about Village services, meetings and events. We won't be discontinuing any other forms of communications - this is just another way to stay connected. Click on one of the buttons below to get started. |
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