McFarland Photo of the Week Nothing quite says Spring in McFarland like Community Service Day. Resolve to get involved this Saturday, April 24th by participating in our 12th annual community event. Due to the ongoing pandemic, events are slightly different for this year, so make sure to read up on the details through the Community Service Day website. From there, use the link to get signed up! Something newly added for this year – we are highly encouraging folks to support McFarland businesses. Every one has their idea of how they can give back to their community and maybe you're someone who isn't about getting their hands dirty. Consider this as a great alternative. Special thanks to the McFarland Chamber of Commerce for providing us with a list of businesses in our community! Interested in submitting a photo? Send yours to [email protected], DM us on Facebook, or tag us on Instagram!

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The Village Board is looking to fill its 7th seat! Consider applying for this current vacancy. Details and application can be found on the Village Board's webpage. Applications must be received by noon on Thursday, May 6, 2021.

Pictured, are the solar panels atop the McFarland Public Works Center. These were installed in late November of 2020. About 80-90% of their electricity needs will come through these panels, though, in colder months with shorter days, there will be some reliance on the electrical utility. Now you can track the solar panels’ performance! These panels are just one of the many initiatives the Village is taking to be a more sustainable community. Wishing every one a Happy Earth Day!

Village Administrator, Matt Schuenke, released his bi-monthly Administrator Staff Report. He informs us on current topics regarding Senior Outreach Services planning, Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping development, the American Legion Outdoor Expansion, and the naming of McFarland's Police Chief Finalist.

Attention E.D. Locke Library goers! In order for Library staff to prepare for their reopening to the public, they will be closed for training on Monday, April 26, 2021. Visit their website for more details about their plans to safely reopen.

Thursday, April 22nd: Parks, Recreation & Natural Resources Committee - 6:30 p.m. Zoom Invitation Monday, April 26th: Special Ad Hoc Sustainability Committee - 6 p.m. Zoom Invitation Monday, April 26th: Village Board - 7 p.m. Zoom Invitation Monday, May 3rd: Library Board - 4 p.m. Zoom Invitation Monday May 3rd: Personnel Committee - 6:30 p.m. Zoom Invitation Wednesday, May 5th: Community Development Authority - 7 p.m. Zoom Invitation Thursday, May 6th: Volunteer Committee - 6 p.m. Zoom Invitation

Agendas and packets can be found on our website at mcfarland.wi.us/agendas. All agendas and packets get published the Friday before the designated meeting. *Meetings are subject to change/cancel*

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