What is the Thanksgiving refuse and recycling collection schedule?

Refuse/Recycling normally picked up on Thursday, November 24, 2022, will be picked up on Tuesday, November 22, 2022.

Refuse/Recycling normally picked up on Friday, November 25, 2022, will be picked up on Wednesday, November 23, 2022.

Have a question? Send us an email or give us a call at (414) 962-6690.

Citizen Volunteer Needed!

The Village of Whitefish Bay is accepting applications from citizens who are interested in volunteering to serve on the Public Works Committee.

The Public Works Committee provides recommendations to the Village Board and Public Works Department with regards to parks, public rights-of-way, parkway trees, refuse and recycling collection, snow and ice control, streets and sidewalks, and the sanitary/storm sewer system. The committee consists of three members of the Village Board along with two citizen representatives (one vacancy). The Committee typically meets monthly at an agreed upon time.

Residents who are interested in any of the vacancies should Click here to fill out an application. Application deadline is 4:30 p.m. on Monday, November 28^th. Please email Village Manager Paul Boening with questions.

Coyote Information:

As cooler weather begins to settle in, coyotes become more active and citizen reporting increases. We take our guidance on how to coexist with coyotes from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

Whitefish Bay and neighboring communities have an abundance of natural wildlife because of the close proximity to parks and natural resources. Estabrook Park, the Milwaukee River, and Lake Michigan have long attracted wildlife such as coyotes.

Coyotes have adapted well to urban environments across the state and nation, because they are abundant in shelter and food sources. Most coyotes prey upon small mammals like rabbits and mice; however, in urban environments they also prey upon plentiful and easy food sources like geese, squirrels, eggs, fawns, and garbage.

The best way to get coyotes to move along is to use hazing techniques. These include yelling and waving your arms and using noisemakers (whistle, air horns, soda can filled with pennies). Generally coyotes are harmless and will not be aggressive. Please do not gather around the coyote. Either leave them be or use a hazing technique to move them along.

Certain times of year, like now, a few precautions need to be taken to ensure safety of all pets. Do not leave small dogs unattended, do not use a leash with a retractable long cable, and never let cats out to roam. If residents follow the simple steps and recommendations outlined in this document, they can significantly reduce the risk that you or your pets will have a negative encounter with a coyote.

"Time Flies" - Dedication Ceremony

In early 2021, local artist Richard Edelman reached out to former Village President Julie Siegel and expressed interest in creating, and donating a custom sculpture for installation at Consaul Commons. Richard is a North Shore native, and his studio is based in Fox Point. He has fond memories of spending time on Silver Spring Dr., and he was excited about the potential to contribute to the redevelopment effort at Consaul Commons. Although he is based in the North Shore, Richard’s works can be found worldwide. https://www.edelmansculpture.com/

On January 17, 2022, the Village Board of Trustees formally accepted the donation of the "Time Flies" sculpture which was subsequently installed in late September.

In conjunction with Small Business Saturday, a dedication ceremony will be held for the sculpture installation.

Please join in celebrating this marvelous public art with the artist Richard Edelman, and the Merchants of Whitefish Bay at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 26, at Consaul Commons. Hope to see you there!

When Will Leaf Pick-Up Begin? Collection has begun and is typically weekly, but there is no specific collection schedule. Collection is dependent on crew availability and the volume of leaves that need to be collected. Leaves may be collected earlier based on fall leaf conditions.

During fall leaf collection, the Village requests that residents do not put leaves and yard waste in leaf collection bags. Residents can place leaves and small yard waste debris directly in the roadway near the curb. Branches can still be left in the parkway area for brush chipper collection at this time.

Where Do I Place My Leaves? Leaves should be placed near or in the curb of the street. Please place leaves away from storm inlets as leaf decay can clog storm sewers and add unwanted material to Lake Michigan. Please also try to refrain from parking on or near leaf piles during the day (M-F, between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.). Parked cars make it difficult to access leaf piles for collection. 

Can I Throw Yard Waste in the Leaf Pile? The Village encourages property owners to throw certain yard waste material (yard waste is plant material such as flowers and garden material; grass clippings are not permitted) in the leaf piles to preclude a separate yard waste pick-up. Branches, sticks, and other woody material should not be placed with the leaves and should be left on the boulevard/parkway for chipping.

What Does the Village Do With the Leaves? Most of the leaves are temporarily stored and composted at a DNR monitored site shared with the City of Glendale. They are hauled away by a private sod grower and used as sod bedding material.

When Is the Last Day That Leaves or Yard Waste Will Be Picked Up? The DPW will run yard waste crews to pick-up leaves until the first significant snowfall or through the first week in December.

Yard Waste Material Drop Site: Residents with yard waste material after collection has finished (and throughout the winter months) may dispose of it at the Shorewood Transfer Station. Click here for cost information. The transfer station is located at 3801 N Morris Boulevard in Shorewood. It is open:

December to March, 1st Saturday of each month (only), 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

April to November, 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Fall Storytimes

Mondays, 10 a.m., Beginning November 7

Thursdays, 10 a.m., Beginning November 10

To register, visit our Events Calendar at: https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/? m=11&y=2022

Join us for a fun, educational storytime perfect for all ages. We'll share stories, songs, flannels and more! Storytime will be held in the Tower of the children's area. Please register for any updates.

STEAM Building Challenge: The Floor is Lava!

Tuesday, November 22, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Grades K5-2^nd

Please Register: https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?eid=1332

The floor is lava! And your STEAM building challenge is to rescue as many animals as possible from the lava by building a structure with only the materials given to you. 

Thanksgiving Holiday Closing

On Thursday, November 24, and Friday, November 25, the library will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. The library will resume with regular hours on Saturday, November 26.

Whitefish Bay Public Library Foundation



Established in 2021, the Whitefish Bay Public Library Foundation mobilizes private support to enhance the Library’s services, collections, programs, and technology. The Whitefish Bay Public Library Foundation is kicking off an 85^th Anniversary Campaign, in recognition of the Whitefish Bay Public Library celebrating 85 years in 2022. We embark on our 85th Anniversary Campaign with a goal to raise $2,500,000 in 3 years, to enable the Library to offer enhanced services now and in the years to come. You can learn more about the Foundation and the campaign at

https://www.wfblibrary.org/donate/foundation.php

School District of Whitefish Bay:

Save the Date!

Thanksgiving Break is November 23-28.

November District Newsletter:

The District Newsletters are one of several ways the District works toward comprehensive communications with the community. Read the November Newsletter and sign up to receive monthly newsletters during the school year.

Incoming 4K Overview: December 9, 2022

Whitefish Bay resident families of students who turn four on or before September 1, 2023, are invited to a 4K overview at Cumberland or Richards Elementary on Friday, December 9, 2022, at either 9:15 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. The event will be hosted by the Elementary Principals and include a welcome from the 4K teachers, a short story with the Library Media Specialists, and a question and answer session. Registration will be available on each school’s website: Cumberland; Richards. Contact Cumberland (414-963-3943) or Richards (414-963-3951) with any questions.

Holiday COVID-19 Testing for District Students & Staff



As the holidays are approaching, the District and Accelerated Labs would like to make sure there are continued COVID-19 testing options for district students and staff throughout holiday breaks. 

Please note testing will not be available November 24-25, December 23-26, and December 30-January 2. Additional testing information is available on our website.

Come Shop the Whitefish Bay Middle School Holiday Boutique! 

The Holidays are coming! Get a head start on your shopping by joining us on Thursday, November 17, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at the Whitefish Bay Middle School for our annual fundraising event - the Holiday Boutique. The "shops" feature 30 unique vendors selling everything from hand-crafted jewelry and original artwork to holiday treats and cozy apparel. We'll also have an amazing silent auction from which all proceeds will go to benefit the WFB Middle School PTO. The event is FREE and open to the public. Follow us on Facebook for updates and information: https://www.facebook.com/whitefishbayholidayboutique

Merchants of Whitefish Bay

Grab a hot cup of cocoa and check out all the upcoming Holiday Events at the Merchants of Whitefish Bay Website!

Bay Bridge:

In September, we co-sponsored a presentation on "How Racism Distorts the Human Spirit". This month we discuss the remedy. Sister MacCanon Brown will discuss how her practice of oneness and community has led to healing and transformation for Blacks and whites at the MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary that she founded. Join us to hear her story about the power of acceptance and love.

The event will be held on Tuesday, November 22, at 6:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church of Whitefish Bay.

Or, stream it online at bit.ly/UMCWFB-LIVE

North Shore Health Department Healthy Highlights:

Click here to view the November 9, 2022 Weekly Summary from the North Shore Health Department

NSHD Healthy Highlight 11/9/22: RSV and Other Respiratory Viruses

WHAT IS RSV?

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Recovery time for most people is between one and two weeks. However, RSV can become serious for infants and older adults.

On Friday, November 4^th, 2022, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is issued “a Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory about early, elevated respiratory disease incidence caused by multiple viruses occurring especially among children.” This has the possibility of placing increased strain on healthcare systems.

DID YOU KNOW: RSV is the most common cause of Bronchiolitis and Pneumonia in children under the age of 1yo in the US.

Co-circulation of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza viruses, SARS-CoV-2, and others could place stress on healthcare systems this fall and winter. This early increase in disease incidence highlights the importance of optimizing respiratory virus prevention, including prompt vaccination and proper handwashing.

Q: IS IT TOO LATE TO GET MY FLU SHOT?

A: NO!

You should still get your flu Shot as soon as you can. Anyone ages 6-months and older are recommended to get their annual flu vaccine and stay up to date on their COVID-19 vaccines. Local pharmacies currently offer both COVID and Flu. Please CLICK HERE or visit vaccines.gov to find a vaccine provider in your area.

Links:

Older Adult Fact Sheet RSV

Infants and Young Children Fact Sheet RSV

Kiwanis International:

Kiwanis Breakfast with Santa: Celebrate the Holidays at the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast Saturday, December 10, at Dominican High School from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Enjoy visiting and taking pictures with Santa, raffles, face painting, story-telling, and breakfast, including pancakes, sausages, juice, milk & coffee. Tickets are available at the door, at Winkies Variety Store, or from Kiwanis members - $9.00 per adult (10 and up) and $6.00 per child (over 2 years of age). Proceeds benefit Kiwanis charities. northshorekiwanis1950@gmail.com

Sponsored by Bay Shore Dental, BMO Harris Bank and Orley Shabahang Carpets