How can I return my absentee ballot? Absentee ballots may be returned via USPS, or at the Village Hall front desk during regular business hours. Absentee ballots may not be returned via the Village Hall vestibule drop box. Voters may only drop off or mail their own absentee ballot, unless self-identifying as needing assistance due to a disability. Absentee ballots MUST be received by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.

How do I request for a burnt out alley light to be replaced? WE energies is responsible for maintenance of alley lights. If one is burnt out, it should be reported to WE energies with the pole number found on the utility pole itself. WE energies Residential Customer Service Number: 1-800-242-9137



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

Updates from Village Hall:

In-Person Absentee Voting

Begins Tuesday, February 7, 2023:

In-person absentee voting for the February 21, 2023 primary election will occur on weekdays from Tuesday, February 7, 2023, to Friday, February 17, 2023, during Village Hall regular business hours (and until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 16 and Friday, February 17, 2023).

In-person absentee voting will be done on ExpressVote machines. The ExpressVote ballot-marking device provides voters with the familiarity of a touchscreen combined with the security of a paper ballot. Voters will navigate the ballot and make selections using a touchscreen. The ExpressVote machine prevents unclear marks and under/overvoting for candidates. After verifying selections, voters will print their paper ballot. Voters will then have the opportunity to review the paper ballot prior to the ballot being placed in an absentee envelope to be counted on Election Day.

Come check out the ExpressVote machines during in-person absentee voting. Here's what you can expect:

1.   Voters will check in with Voting staff.

2.   A poll worker will assist in setting up the ExpressVote for the correct ward.

3.   ExpressVote provides voter with races they are eligible to vote in.

4.   Voter makes selections and receives a printed ballot.

5.   Ballot will be placed in an absentee envelope to be counted on Election Day.

The ExpressVote machine does NOT CAST or COUNT the votes or transmit any vote totals.

February Primary Ahead:

The Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, February 21, 2023.

You may review what's on the ballot, request an absentee ballot be mailed to you and track your requested absentee ballot by visiting: https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/

Important Spring Primary Dates



Citizen Volunteer Needed – Architectural Review Commission (ARC)

The Village of Whitefish Bay is accepting applications for resident volunteers to fill one (1) vacancy on the Architectural Review Commission.

The Architectural Review Commission ensures that the design and appearance of new structures and alterations / additions are compatible with the Village Design Guidelines. The Architectural Review Commission meets every other Thursday, 5:30pm at the Village Hall. The Village utilizes a rotating schedule so that members do not have to attend all meetings.

Interested residents should complete and submit an Online Application. Applications are due by 4:30 pm on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Please email Village Manager Paul Boening with any questions.

Time to Renew Dog

and Cat Licenses for 2023:

Your annual dog and cat licenses expire every December 31. Licensing is often overlooked until your best friend ends up at your friendly, local animal control! Unlicensed animals cost more to reclaim and it is harder to reunite animals without tags, such as a license. Licensing your pet is required by state law and there are great reasons to keep it updated each year:



1. Keeps you compliant with state and local laws and ensures all residents and their beloved pets are protected from rabies.
2. If your pet is wearing a license when it is found as a stray, MADACC gives them ONE FREE RIDE HOME each calendar year on the day of capture only. This saves you money and prevents a stressful visit to MADACC when we can reach you immediately. 
3. Current licenses are a great way for Good Samaritans who may find your dog/cat to call and find out where they belong, again, saving your animal some stress and saving you some money. 
4. Licenses are only $12 for all spayed and neutered pets, and $24 if they are intact—a great value and the funds go to support animal welfare in your community. 

Get your license at Village Hall, or at MADACC (3839 W. Burnham Street, W. Milwaukee), where we do low cost rabies vaccines. If applying for a license at Village Hall, please make checks out to the Village of Whitefish Bay. You can also go online to www.madacc.org and renew or apply for a new license from the comfort of your home.

Update from the Department of Public Works:

Whitefish Bay Receives

WDNR Urban Forestry Grant:

Last week, Village staff met with Kim Sebastian, Wisconsin DNR Urban Forestry Coordinator, to kick off the recently awarded 2023 Urban Forestry Grant Program. The program helps fund projects consistent with state and national goals for increasing the urban forest canopy.

The Village will match $21,250 in grant funding in order to hire Wachtel Tree Science, to perform an inventory update of public trees contained in our geographic information system (GIS) database. The information gained from the inventory update will be invaluable in providing data for formulating staffing and budget requirements in defending our urban tree canopy from the onslaught of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) and other pests.

Keep an eye out for two Certified Arborists from Wachtel Tree Science who will begin roaming the Village sidewalks and parks taking a current inventory starting in late April.

The Merchants of Whitefish Bay:

The Merchants of Whitefish Bay held their annual meeting on Friday, February 3, 2023. Click the button below to view a recording of the meeting.

These are exciting times for the Silver Spring District!

Winter Walk to School Day:

Wednesday, February 8, 2023 is Winter Walk to School Day! Getting outside to enjoy a winter walk to school, a park, or just around the neighborhood is a wonderful way to enjoy the season!

It's important to be extra mindful of our steps with the ice and snow on the ground, but this can also be an opportunity to slow down and take in our surroundings at a relaxed pace.

Bundle up and invite friends, family, and neighbors to join the fun!

Participate, Don't Hibernate!

WFB Public Library:

Blind Date with a Book

February is Library Lover's month, and we'd like to set you up with a blind date! Stop by the library, and check out our 'Blind Date with a Book' display. Each 'Blind Date' has been hand-picked by a staff member. So you aren't walking in totally blind we've listed the genre and a brief description of the book. Choose a book, check it out, take it home, and unwrap it. Who knows, maybe you'll have a wonderful future together! We've got books for kids, teens and adults! Return the rating card inside for your chance at a $25 Kilwins Gift Card.

Winter Reading Program Continues

Our Winter Reading Program is back! Adults and teens can participate through Beanstack, while kids can stop by the Youth Services Desk to get started. The program began on January 16 and runs through February 28. This program is made possible by Friends of the Whitefish Bay Public Library. Read more about this program on our website at: https://www.wfblibrary.org/at_the_library/winter_reading_program.php

All Ages Storytime, 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Mondays, Through February 20

Wednesdays, Through February 22

Thursdays, Through February 23

https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?m=1&y=2023

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.

Friends of Whitefish Bay Public Library Writing Contest 2023 Guidelines

The deadline for our Friends of the Whitefish Bay Writing Contest is end of day February 6. Read all about this contest on our website at: https://www.wfblibrary.org/friends/writing_contest_2022.php

Mystery Book Club

Wednesday, February 8, 6:30 p.m.

Our Mystery Book Club meets once a month and is led by librarian Sharon Nagel. This month we're reading Mycroft Holmes by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

This meeting will be a hybrid meeting, both on Zoom and in person at the library.

Click here to join Zoom: Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89090700104?pwd=L0dobVU1M0JpdGNDME5EdzNYSWdlUT09

Meeting ID: 890 9070 0104

Passcode: J8yJp03W

Take and Make: Valentine Handprint Gnome

Wednesday, February 8, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 PM

Use your hand to make this adorable Valentine's Day themed handprint gnome. Pick up your kit outside the front doors of the library. We ask that you take one craft kit per child.

February Bay Leaves:

Inside the February Edition:

• Whitefish Bay Dads Form Adult Soccer Team

• North Shore Fire/Rescue - Free Home Safety Visit

• Whitefish Bay School District - 4K Registration for 2023 - 2024

• The Merchants of Whitefish Bay - Do you feel the love?

• Whitefish Bay Public Library - Upcoming Events

• Historic Sidewalk Pads of Whitefish Bay

• And More!

Click the image to view the February Edition

School District of Whitefish Bay:

Upcoming School Board Meeting:



• Wednesday, February 8, 7:00 p.m. - Regular Business Meeting

• Wednesday, February 22, 7:00 p.m. - Committee Meetings

School Board meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. in the High School Library Media Center, unless posted otherwise. Meeting dates, agendas, minutes, and more can be found online. 

Community E-Newsletter

Our Community E-Newsletters are one of several ways the District works toward comprehensive communications with the community. Sign up to receive these monthly during the school year.

Bay Bridge:

JOIN BAY BRIDGE FOR A MEMBER EVENT!

Whether you've already been involved or you'd just like to learn more, this will be a chance to make connections with other like-minded individuals. Come hear about our plans for 2023 and learn how you can help. We'd love to hear your ideas too!

Sunday, February 19, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. at the Whitefish Bay Public Library

Email us with questions or to register. BayBridgeWisconsin@gmail.com Subject: Member Event

North Shore Health Department:

Click here to view the February 1, 2023 Weekly Summary from the North Shore Health Department

NSHD Healthy Highlight 2/1/2023: National Children’s Dental Health Month

Importance of Good Dental and Oral Hygiene

Oral health is essential to overall health and well-being as it affects our abilities to speak, eat, and show emotions. Additionally, oral health also impacts one’s self esteem and school or work performance.

Oral diseases—which range from cavities and gum disease to oral cancer—cause pain and disability for millions of Americans and cost taxpayers billions of dollars each year.

In Fact

• By age 8, over half of children (52%) have had a cavity in their primary (baby) teeth.
• More than half of children aged 6 to 8 have had a cavity in at least one of their baby (primary) teeth.
• More than half of adolescents aged 12 to 19 have had a cavity in at least one of their permanent teeth.

How to Keep Good Dental Hygiene

For Children:

• Brush their teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
• Help your child brush their teeth until they have good brushing skills.
• If your child is younger than 6, watch them brush. Make sure they use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste and always spit it out rather than swallow.
• Ask your child’s dentist to apply dental sealants when appropriate.
• Drink tap water that contains fluoride

Because of these dental hygiene practices, there have been overall declines in childhood dental problems. Specifically, since 1999-2004, the prevalence of untreated tooth decay in primary teeth of children aged 2-5 years has dropped by half.

With proper preventive care, such as regular dental check-ups, brushing, flossing, fluoridation, and dental sealants, the risk of dental disease can greatly be reduced.

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