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Message from the Village President, Julie Siegel
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In the event of winter weather, remember to drive safely! Please give Village snow plows plenty of room to clear the streets. See the story below for more details.
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Why is Village Hall's Phone Ringing?
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What are my snow clearing responsibilities after a winter storm?
- Check out the story below or click here for detailed information regarding your responsibilities following a snow event.
What is the last date Christmas Trees will be collected at the curb?
- Village crews will collect Christmas trees once a week curbside ending this week. Please place trees on your parkway, the area between the public sidewalk and curb.
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Have a question? The Village Hall phone number is 414-962-6690.
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This Week's Meetings:
Last Week's Meetings:
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Snow Storm Reminders from Public Works:
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Village Snow Plowing Procedures:
Village crews clear streets starting with the main thoroughfares, the crews then proceed to streets adjacent to schools, after that residential streets and alleys are cleared. Sidewalks next to village land are also cleared.
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Resident Snow and Ice Removal:
All residents and business owners are responsible for snow and ice removal from public sidewalks adjacent to their properties within 24 hours of a snow event. Please clear all corners with crosswalks. Handicap accessible ramps should be cleared out enough to accommodate a wheel chair. Visit the
Village website for more details
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Snow Storm Cart Placement:
During winter months refuse and recycling carts should continue to be placed within 3 feet of the curb or alley edge and 3 feet from any side or rear obstruction, including other carts, trees, garage, fence, or any other elements.
In the event of snow, Residents are encouraged to utilize their driveway apron or clear a portion of their parkway for cart placement. Snow and ice must be cleared around the cart(s) as well as the lid. Please do not place your refuse and recycling carts in the street during the winter months as it can affect proper snow removal by our village snow plow crews. Proper placement is imperative to automated collection.
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Property Tax Deadline is January 31:
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When is My Tax Bill Due?
The due date is January 31, 2019. An installment payment option is available. There is no need to sign up for the installment option, but payments must be made timely. If any installment payment is missed, the installment option is lost and the entire balance becomes due in full. Installment payments of taxes and other charges as indicated on your tax bill are due as follows:
- 1st Installment due by January 31
- 2nd Installment due by March 31 (March 31 is a Sunday. Please plan accordingly)
- Final Installment due by May 31
Tax bills were sent to households the week of December 10, 2018. If you did not receive your property tax bill please visit the
Village website or contact Village Hall. This year the tax rate is $23.15 per $1,000 of assessed valuation. This is a 2.15% decrease from the prior year. If applicable, refund checks will be mailed to homeowners 3 to 4 weeks following payment.
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Back by Popular Demand - MCTS Presentation:
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Milwaukee County Transit System
Village Board Presentation
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is currently redesigning routes for the future of transit in Milwaukee County with the MCTS NEXT initiative.
Redesigned routes may affect stops in Whitefish Bay.
Mr. Tom Winter from MCTS will conduct a presentation at the February 18, 2019 Village Board meeting. In the meantime, more information can be found and public comments can be left at the
MCTS NEXT website
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News from the Whitefish Bay School District
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School District Registration
for New Whitefish Bay Resident Families
Have you recently moved into the Village of Whitefish Bay? The Whitefish Bay District is currently taking enrollment for K4-12th grades for new Whitefish Bay residents.
Contact the schools for more information.
Reminder for age guidelines:
Junior Kindergarten: 4 years old on or before September 1, 2019.
Senior Kindergarten: 5 years old on or before September 1, 2019.
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North Shore Health Department:
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News from the Health Department:
Did you know? With aging can come increased mobility challenges, especially when citizens are on certain medications and/or live in wintry climates like Wisconsin. Completing an individualized mobility plan, such as the one recently released by the CDC can help older adults plan for mobility changes similar to the way that many plan financially for retirement.
The MyMobility Plan provides resources and tips for older adults to help maintain mobility, make their homes safer to prevent falls, and consider alternative transportation options as they age so they can stay safe, mobile, and independent longer. To download the MyMobility plan:
Click here. For a Medication Fact sheet:
Click Here.
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Upcoming Immunization Clinics (Appointment Required)
Thursday, January 29, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm,
North Shore Library
Upcoming Adult Health Clinics
(Appointment Required)
Tuesday, January 22, 8:00 am to 10:00 am, Shorewood Office
Upcoming Blood Pressure Screening (No Appointment Required)
Wednesday, January 23, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm, Shorewood Office
Please call the North Shore Health Department for appointments at
414-371-2980.
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Shorewood Health Department Office: 2010 E. Shorewood Blvd.
Brown Deer Health Department Office: 4800 W. Green Brook Dr.
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Monday, January 21
Thursday, January 24
- Whitefish Bay Public Library Program: Sew Crafty! with Miss Valerie, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Hand sewing is a great skill for boys and girls! Sewing and other crafty skills hone fine motor skills and help kids refine the skills needed to perform and problem solve as they get older. In part 1, The kids will be taught how to thread a needle, tie a knot, attach a button, and the basic types of stitches. In part 2 (Thursday, February 21 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm), kids will take their skills to sew a completed project from a selection of kid-friendly crafts. Grades 3 to 5. Registration Required.
- Whitefish Bay Public Library Program: Whitefish Bay TALKS: Mettle & Honor: Wisconsin Stories from the Battlefield, 6:30 pm, In “Mettle & Honor,” Wisconsin veterans, interviewed by Emmy Award-winning journalist Mark Concannon, share their stories from the battlefield, capturing all the emotions of war; a clear sense of duty, the fear of young soldiers in combat, the humor resulting from the occasional absurdities of military life and the unique sense of pride that one can only realize from serving our country. Registration Preferred.
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Whitefish Bay Garden Club Upcoming Events:
Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 6:15 pm: February Meeting at the Whitefish Bay Public Library. Hear speaker Cheryl Nenn from Milwaukee Riverkeepers.
Cheryl will talk about the history of the Riverkeepers organization and current water issues facing the Milwaukee River and other water sources. Please join us to learn more about how we can make our rivers cleaner and safeguard our drinking water.
Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at 6:30 pm: March Meeting at the Lydell Community Center.
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"55 and Better" at the Whitefish Bay Recreation Department
Tuesday, January
29: Luncheon with presentation on "Fall Prevention". How our balance system works, how it changes, and YES how we can improve it! Cost $9.00. Catered lunch menu: Swedish meatballs with gravy over parsley noodles, mixed vegetables, kidney bean salad, bread stick, chocolate brownie, milk, and Starbucks coffee. Must be registered and paid by January 24.
Questions on any program please contact Carolyn Noori at 414-963-3992 or by
email.
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Whitefish Bay Woman’s Club
Annual Chili Bowl
Saturday, January 26, 2019 at Noon
Save the date! Join members of the Whitefish Bay Woman’s Club for this great annual tradition! Club members prepare a delicious chili meal and the Whitefish Bay Chili Bowl is a great time to reconnect with friends and neighbors, and even make new friends.
The entire community is welcome to attend and enjoy delicious hot chili on a cold winter day. This annual event has become a favorite of Whitefish Bay men and women over the years. Reservations are preferred and there is a nominal fee. Look for our event on Facebook for more details.
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