Message from the Village President, Kevin Buckley
It’s that time of year again; it’s getting cold outside. The Police Department is seeing a number of cars unattended running in driveways. We ask that you do not leave your keys in an unattended, unlocked, and running vehicle.
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Why Is The Village Hall Phone Ringing? |
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Has loose leaf collection ended? Yes. However, crews will pick-up bagged leaves until the first significant snowfall. Also, residents with yard waste material 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 on the 1st Saturday of each month from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
When will I receive my Tax Bill? Tax bills will be mailed to residents no later than December 13, 2021. Property tax information and instructions will be included in next week's newsletter. Also, the Village Property Tax website will be updated with information and payment instructions at that time.
How do I renew my dog/cat license(s)? To renew your 2022 dog/cat license(s) online rather than in person at the Village Hall, please click here. For more information, please contact MADACC at 414-649-8640.
Have a question? Send us an email or give us a call at (414) 962-6690.
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Last Week's Meetings:
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Tuesday, November 30, 6:30 p.m., Zoom
- Thursday, December 2, 5:30 p.m., Village Board Room
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This Week's Meetings:
- Monday, December 6, 6:00 p.m., Village Board Room
Please take note that some meetings are currently in-person and some meetings are virtual.
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December Coffee With a Cop: |
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The Whitefish Bay Police Department is pleased to invite the community to have Coffee with a Cop on Thursday, December 16, at City Market (527 E. Silver Spring). The Police Department will be there from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The purpose of Coffee with a Cop is to bring police officers and community members together to discuss issues and learn more about each other. Stop by and say hello to Officers Stuczynski and Zurfluh (and others depending on call volume). |
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Upcoming December Merchant Events: |
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**NEW** December 11 - Pony Rides, Photos With Frozen, WI Diamond Dancers: Stop by Silver Spring Drive and Berkeley between 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. for free pony ride and photos with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf from Frozen. Also be sure to check out a performance from the WI Diamond Dancers from 12:00 p.m. to 12:15 by the clock.
December 18 - Ice Sculpture Crawl and Demonstration: On Saturday, December 18, stop by and check out the Ice Sculpture Demonstration near Consaul Commons (by the clock, 402 E. Silver Spring Dr.) from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. followed by an Ice Sculpture Crawl on Silver Spring Drive. Enjoy a number of different ice sculptures along Silver Spring Drive starting from High Brow Boutique and finishing at Keller Williams.
December 18 - Visit with Santa: The Merchants of Whitefish Bay invite you to visit with Santa on Saturday, December 18, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. near Consaul Commons (by the clock, 402 E. Silver Spring Dr.).
Now to December 23 - Visit Santa's Mailbox: Make your list, check it twice, then pop it into Santa's Mailbox. The Merchants of Whitefish Bay have a direct connection to the North Pole, so we know Santa will get each letter! Find it until December 23 at 316 E. Silver Spring Drive.
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Updates from Village Hall: |
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2022 Refuse and Recycling Calendar: The 2022 refuse and recycling schedule is available below and on the Village website. Click here to view the schedule. Refuse collection occurs weekly. Recycling occurs every other week, according to A/B schedule. A-Week Recycling is in Grey. B-Week Recycling is in Blue. Please remember to have all refuse and recycling to the curb by 7:00 a.m. on pickup day.
To determine your collection day and recycling route, please see the online route map at: https://www.wfbvillage.org/370/. Carts must be placed a minimum of three feet apart from each other, three feet from any obstruction, and three feet or less from the curb or alley edge. |
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Monarch City USA: Monarch City USA, a nationwide organization dedicated to preserving the monarch butterfly population, recently named Whitefish Bay a Monarch City for work completed by the Garden Club and Village to support and encourage monarch habitats. Every citizen of Whitefish Bay can make a difference for the monarch by planting native plants that provide habitat for the monarch and pollinators in locations where people live, work, learn, play and worship. |
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Consaul Commons Update: Mild winter weather has allowed work to continue at Consaul Commons, the public area between Gerhard’s Kitchen and Bath Store (402 E Silver Spring Dr.) and The Bay Restaurant (342 E Silver Spring Dr.). The space will soon be transformed into a more usable, inviting space where the community can gather, enjoy live music and host other family-friendly events. The project has an anticipated Spring 2022 completion. |
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The 2021-2022 Water/Sewer Utility Billing Info: The 2021-2022 water/sewer utility billing dates and rates are below and are also available on the Village website. Other Whitefish Bay utility billing info:
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School District Job Opening: |
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Health Aide Job Opening: Applications are being accepted for the Health Aide position at Whitefish Bay High School. Candidates must have the following qualifications:
- Enjoy working with children
- First Aid and CPR Certification
- Clerical, computer, and organizational skills
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Updates From The Whitefish Bay Library: |
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Mondays Through December 13:
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Friluftsliv Storytime at School House Park, Mondays from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. - Friluftsliv is the Nordic concept of getting outdoors translated to 'free air life', and we'll be embracing this concept as part of our outdoor story time in School House Park this winter! We'll be bundled up to brave the weather, and we encourage you to do the same. Registration Required.
- Please note that the event is weather permitting. Storytime will be canceled if there is rain, snow, or if the temperatures drop significantly below freezing. Follow us on Facebook for up to date information.
Fridays Through December 17:
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Virtual All Ages Storytime, Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. - Join one of our youth services librarians for an All Ages Storytime on Fridays at 10:00 a.m. on our Facebook page for books, songs, and more! We'll be sure to save the story time so you can watch it later. Click here to visit our Facebook page.
Virtual Mystery Book Club, Thursday, December 9, 6:30 p.m.: Our Mystery Book Club meets once a month and is led by librarian Sharon Nagel. This month we're reading Murder at the Brightwell by Ashley Weaver. This meeting will take place virtually on Zoom. Click here to join. Meeting ID: 977 1128 0790, Passcode: 408681.
Stuffed Animal Zoom Party, Thursday, December 16, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.: Grab your favorite stuffed animal and join us for a stuffed animal celebration! We’ll read a story, have sharing time, and finish with a stuffed animal dance party. We’ll also have supplies for a special craft you can make before the program to get your stuffed animal ready to celebrate. Pick up craft kit starting Monday, December 13, at the YS Desk. All ages. Registration required.
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Whitefish Bay Little League Sign Up:
Registration for the 2022 season opened on Wednesday, December 1 on www.wfbll.com. We hope you see you all again for another great season! Complete your Registration before January 15 to receive a $50 discount. We expect a large turnout for the 2022 season. To secure your spot, please register early! |
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Kiwanis Breakfast with Santa:
Celebrate the Holiday at the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on December 11 at Dominican High School (120 E. Silver Spring Drive).
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 - $8.00 per adult (10 and up) and $5.00 per child (over 2 years of age). Proceeds benefit Kiwanis charities. Email for more information.
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Whitefish Bay Woman's Club Event - Holiday Tea:
You’re Invited: Whitefish Bay Woman’s Club Holiday Tea on Wednesday, December 8, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 600 E Henry Clay St, Whitefish Bay, WI.
Enjoy fancy finger sandwiches and desserts inside the fully decorated Woman’s Club. Reserve your spot by Wednesday, December 1 by emailing roseginger478@gmail.com.
$20.00 per person. Wine will be available ($5.00 per glass).
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Bay Bridge Event - An Evening with Najee Brown:
Join us on December 8 at 7:00 p.m. for a virtual hour with activist and playwright Najee Brown. We will discuss the significance of his play The Bus Stop and his narratives featuring the voices of people of color. A link to view the play will be sent in advance of December 8. Registration is required: Register here. |
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NSHD Healthy Highlight
Impaired Driving Prevention Month:
December is a festive time of the year, with some of the most celebrated dates of the year. This joyous time can be dangerous when alcohol and drugs are involved.
- In the US, on average, deaths from drunk driving represent about 1/3 of all traffic fatalities, however, on December 24 and 31 there is nearly a 50% increase.
- In the US, every day, about 28 people in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes — that's one person every 52 minutes.
- In 2018, 2.4% of Wisconsinites reported drinking too much in past 30 days compared to the national average of 1.7% of people reporting drinking too much in past 30 days.
- In 2019, in Wisconsin, alcohol-related crashes killed 140 people and injured 2,918.
Impaired driving is not limited to drunk driving. Impaired driving involves drugged driving: illicit drug, marijuana, opioid, and methamphetamine use and may include prescription or over-the-counter medication. Certain kinds of prescription or over-the-counter medications may cause drowsiness, dizziness, impair motor skills and weaken thinking and judgement.
- In 2016, 19.7% of drivers drove while under the influence tested opioid positive.
- In 2018, 20.5 million people aged 16 or older drove under the influence of alcohol.
- In 2019, 13.7 million people (ages 16 and older) drove after using illicit drugs.
- In 2020, 56% of serious injury and fatal crash drivers tested positive for at least one drug.
To help keep good tidings ongoing for many years to come, don’t drive impaired or let friends and family drive impaired. Suggestions to have a safe time include:
- Plan a strategy ahead of time. In advance, discuss impaired driving risks with friends and family, and plan rides to and from events where there are alcohol or drugs.
- Designate a sober driver, or offer to be a sober driver.
- Call a friend or family member for a ride, or let your friends and family know they can call you for a ride.
- Know other transportation options including public transportation, a taxi or cab, or ride share service. Have their numbers pre-programmed, download schedules beforehand or download apps before the fun begins.
- If you’re at an establishment that serves alcohol, ask your bartender about the Tavern League SafeRide Program.
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