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McFarland Photo of the Week

Much gratitude to McFarland resident, Rick Hoefling, for sharing his avian photos (yes, plural; we had a hard time choosing just one!) that have been taken all throughout the natural areas of our community. Above, you can see our resident eagle of Grand View Conservancy in flight. Fun fact: female bald eagles are larger and may have a wingspan of up to 8 feet, whilst male eagles are smaller and may have a wingspan of up to 6 feet.

We love getting photos from the community! Interested in submitting a photo or asking a question? Send yours to communications@mcfarland.wi.us.

Spotlight

Good news! The Village's drop-off site is now open seven days a week, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Happy spring cleaning!

Get involved in one of the most important elements of Village government: committee structure. Most authorities, boards, commissions, and committees meet once a month and involve only a couple of hours of commitment per month. We have many committee openings and encourage all intrigued residents to fill out an application of interest by Friday, March 31st.

We're hiring! Join the Village team in either part-time or full-time capacities. Check out our employment opportunities for our seasonal parks crewpersons and library shelver.

Starting in April, protect local water bodies by using rain barrels. Capturing rainwater from your rooftop is a smart way to lower your water bill, help protect our lakes, streams and rivers, and conserve water. Join Dane County's Ripple Effects program and sign up to get a rain barrel this spring.

Recently, Huffman Keel Partners presented their March update regarding the new Public Safety Center to the Village Board. View the report (PDF) or listen to their presentation.

Monday, April 3rd at 6:30 p.m.

Public Information Meeting: Tourist Rooming Houses

at McFarland Municipal Center

Tuesday, March 28th: Village Board at 7 p.m.

Municipal Center Community Room | Zoom Invitation | View the Agenda

Monday, April 3rd: Library Board at 5:15 p.m.

E.D. Locke Public Library Community Room

Monday, April 3rd: Public Safety Committee at 6:30 p.m.

Municipal Center Community Room | Zoom Invitation

Thursday, April 6th: Parks and Recreation Committee at 6:30 p.m.

Municipal Center Community Room | 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.

With the 2023 election year upon us, the Village encourages all residents to make a plan to vote for the upcoming April 4th Election!

Make a Plan – Start thinking now about how you would like to complete your ballot (via mailed absentee, in-person absentee, or on Election Day) and if voting via absentee ballot, plan to take the necessary steps in a timely manner.

The Village recommends voters to preview their ballot prior to voting, as there are several offices and referenda that will be on the ballot in April.

Make it Count – If voting via absentee ballot, be sure comply with all instructions to complete and return your ballot in a manner that will allow it to be counted.

Vote Absentee In-Person – Skip the lines and vote early. Stop by the McFarland Municipal Center to vote in person. See the McFarland Election calendar for dates and times to vote prior to April 4th.

Vote by Mail – Ballots cannot be returned via drop box. Additionally, only the voter is allowed to return their own ballot in the Clerk’s Office.

By-mail absentee ballots have already started going out for the spring election. Don’t wait, get your ballot today! Request a ballot by mail no later than March 30th.

Ballots by mail may only be returned in two ways:

In the pre-paid postage envelope that comes with the ballot through USPS.
In-person in the Clerk’s Office during normal business hours and extended absentee voting hours. Only the voter can return their ballot - no friends, family, S/O's, etc. Staff will not be able to accept your ballot from anyone else.

Helpful Voter Links:

Village of McFarland Elections

MyVote Wisconsin

Bring It to the Ballot

Unsure who to vote for on April 4th? Check out the Village Board Candidates Forum (below) that was held on March 11, 2023. Thank you to all who participated live in person and online!

Village Board Candidates Forum. March 11 2023

MRAP. McFarland Recreation Aquatics and Play

Get active! Check out McFarland Recreation, Aquatic, and Play's (MRAP) new, spring program guide.

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