Message from the Village President, Kevin Buckley
The Village needs you.
Each year, we are in need of a few volunteers who can help govern our village. We have openings for alternates on the Board of Appeals, Board of Review, and CDA. We are looking for a Public Works Committee member, as well as two members for the Historic Preservation Commission.
Please read the below article for more information. Have a great week! -kb
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Why Is The Village Hall Phone Ringing? |
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Can I put dog waste in yard waste bags/containers? No! Help out our DPW Crews by collecting your dog's waste, bagging it, and throwing it away in your own refuse cart.
When is the next brush chipper collection? Brush will next be collected by Village crews next week (May 2).
Have a question? Send us an email or give us a call at (414) 962-6690.
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This Week's Meetings:
Please take note that some Village meetings are currently in-person and some meetings are virtual.
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Last Week's Meetings:
- Monday, April 18, 6:00 p.m., Village Hall Board Room
- Tuesday, April19. 6:30 p.m., Zoom
- Thursday, April 21, 5:30 p.m., Village Hall Board Room
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2022 Public Works Project Summary: |
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Annual Pavement Mill and Overlay Project: This paving project includes Hampton Rd from Sheffield Ave to Lake Dr along with various other streets within the Village that are in a condition that warrants repaving. This project, which will proceed June-August, 2022 will entail the grinding off of 2 inches of asphalt or concrete pavement and then repaving with new asphalt pavement. Pavement marking will be applied following the paving work.
Consaul Commons Reconstruction Project Completion: This project begun in the Fall of 2021 and will be completed this spring. The project includes the redevelopment of Consaul Commons on Silver Spring Drive at Berkeley Boulevard. Permeable pavers will be utilized to improve storm water quality entering the Village storm sewers. In addition new landscaping, lighting, power outlets, sun sails, and benches will be added.
Traffic Signal Replacement Project -Lydell Avenue /Silver Spring Drive: This 2021 carryover project, which is being completed in cooperation and directed by City of Glendale, will include the complete replacement of the traffic signal system at this intersection. Funding aided by a 90% Federal DOT Safety Grant has been secured for this project. Due to supply issues the contractor is still awaiting delivery of the final traffic signal system.
Annual Sidewalk Replacement Project: The work involves the removal and replacement of uneven and deteriorated public sidewalks and carriage walks within the Village to remove trip hazards. In addition, sidewalk and curb sections may be replaced with this project to improve drainage. The primary location of improvements is within the central area of the Village south of Lexington Blvd and north of Lancaster Ave and between Lydell Ave and Cumberland Blvd, in addition to other sidewalk sections in the Village in need of replacement.
Annual Watermain Replacement Project-Cumberland, Glendale, Frederick, Murray Avenues: This project will replace aging watermain in the southeast section of the Village. Encountered lead water service laterals will be replaced from the watermain to the property line. Residents will also be given the option to replace their privately owned section of their lead water service lateral to their homes at their expense. A DNR grant has been secured by the Village however to aid those residents in the cost. The construction of a sump pump drain line system is also included within the project scope, providing a buried private sump pump discharge lateral for every adjacent property.
Annual Sanitary / Storm Main & Manhole Lining Project: This project will involve the plastic lining of targeted sanitary sewer mains as well as aging brick manholes in the Village. This work will reduce the amount of clearwater inflow entering into the Village sanitary sewer system to help reduce sewage basement backup occurrences. Sanitary main lining has been completed and manhole lining will be completed later this year.
Annual Crackfilling Project: This is a pavement maintenance project designed to extend the life our Village roadway. Existing pavement cracks are routed out and an asphalt emulsion is poured into the crack to prevent further water intrusion, further cracking and eventually pavement failures.
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Citizen Volunteers Needed: |
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The Village of Whitefish Bay is accepting applications from citizens who are interested in volunteering to serve on various boards, committees and commissions. The following openings are available:
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Board of Appeals (Alternate Member): The Board of Appeals reviews requests for Zoning Code variances (including fence heights and setback issues) in addition to appeals of administrative decisions made by Village officials. The Board of Appeals meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:15 p.m.
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Board of Review (Alternate Member): The Board of Review is a quasi-judicial body that hears formal objections to property assessments. It is a fundamental part the objection process designed so that property owners may express their concerns about the value of their property. The Board meets on an annual basis during the 45-day period beginning the fourth Monday in April and also meets as needed in late summer or early fall.
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Community Development Authority (Alternate Member): The Community Development Authority (also known as the CDA) provides direction regarding Village redevelopment, tax incremental financing, and business incentive grants/requests. The CDA meets on an as-needed basis.
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Historic Preservation Commission: (Two Members): The Historic Preservation Commission is charged with the responsibility of assisting in the preservation of the Village’s historic and cultural heritage by identifying buildings, sites, and objects which reflect elements of Whitefish Bay’s cultural, social, economic, political or architectural history. The Commission meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
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Public Works Committee (Citizen Member): 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 a citizen at large. The Committee typically meets monthly at an agreed upon time
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Updates From Village Hall: |
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Refuse/Recycling Cart Placement:
Our DPW Crew needs your help! Please remember that refuse and recycling carts should be placed in the parkway or driveway apron (or outside your alley garage).
Per Village Code, carts cannot be placed in the street. This is due to the impacts on street sweeper operations, brush chipper operations, traffic flow/parking, and snow plow operations (in the winter months).
Please also remember that carts should be placed at least three feet apart from each other and any obstruction on both sides of cart, and a maximum of three feet from the curb. We appreciate your cooperation!
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Friday Is Arbor Day!
A small outdoor Arbor Day celebration will be held is Friday, April 29, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. near the top of the trail to Klode Park Beach. A tree will be planted to replace a tree which was removed because of the Emerald Ash Borer.
Thank you to the Durkin Family for donating the tree to be used as part of this year's celebration. For the 28th year in a row, the Village of Whitefish Bay was named a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation!
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Updates From The Police Department: |
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Whitefish Bay Police Department Now Hiring Police Officers:
The Whitefish Bay Police Department is accepting applications to fill a vacancies in the position of Police Officer. Join a great team in an amazing community! To apply, submit a DJ-LE-330 application ( available on wilenet.org) and email it to Lt. Mroz
Deadline to apply is May 6, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. Laterals transfers are encouraged. We will sponsor the right, qualified candidate for the police recruit academy.
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National Rx Drug Take Back Day:
The next National Rx Take Back Day will be this Saturday, April 30, 2022. This event is a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs at locations in communities throughout the country. The event will be at Whitefish Bay Village Hall from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on April 30, 2022.
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Bay Day Returns on May 7, 2022: |
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Join the Whitefish Bay Civic Foundation, WFB Public Education Foundation, Merchants of Whitefish Bay, Dominican High School, and the Village on May 7, 2022 for BAY DAY!
Green Day In The Bay Eco Fair: Join the 12th annual Green Day in the Bay, an ECO-FAIR event at Klode Park from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The theme of this year’s Green Day is Footprints to the Future, our conservation efforts bring us together, with focus on sustainable water use, land management, energy efficiency, and impactful local initiatives.
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Update From The School District: |
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Register Now for the 2022-23 School Year! If your family and child are new to the Whitefish Bay School District, please visit the District website or call your school for more information about registering for the 2022-23 school year.
- Cumberland Elementary: (414) 963-3943.
- Richards Elementary: (414) 963-3951
- Middle School: (414) 963-6800
- High School: (414) 963-3928
Upcoming School Board Meetings
- April 27 – Organizational & Committee Meetings
- May 11 – Regular Business Meeting
Meeting dates, agendas, minutes and more information can be found online.
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Updates From The Whitefish Bay Library: |
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Cozy Evening Zoom Storytime with Miss Taylor -Tuesday, April 26, 6:30 p.m.: Join us for a cozy evening storytime on Zoom from the comfort of your own home. Wear your comfiest pajamas, build your coziest blanket fort, and enjoy stories and songs with Miss Taylor. Please register.
Facebook Storytime: Fridays, 10:00 a.m., April 29: 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 storytime so you can watch it later. Visit our Facebook page.
Tea Time Book Club, Friday, April 29, 12:00 p.m.: Our Tea Time Book Club meets once a month and is led by Library Director Nyama Reed. This month we're reading Winners Take All: the Elite Charade of Changing the World by Anand Giridharadas. Tea Time Book Club will offer hybrid meetings. You can attend in-person at the Library in the 2nd floor Program Room or online via Zoom. Please click here for more info.
Friends of the Whitefish Bay Public Library Book Sale May 6-8: Mark your calendars now!! The Friends of the Whitefish Bay Public Library Spring Book Sale is set for May 6-8 at the Library at 5420 N. Marlborough Ave.
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Friday, May 6, 5 to 7 p.m. Open only to Friends of the WFB Public Library. But you can join Friends at the door for as little as $15/year.
- Saturday, May 7: 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
- Sunday, May 8: Noon-3 p.m. with the popular Fill-A-Bag for $5.
Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express (along with cash and checks) are accepted.
We’re Hiring! Are you an energetic, creative, service-oriented person who enjoys working with the public? Do you have an appreciation for libraries, books, and reading? If so, we want you to join our team at the Whitefish Bay Public Library!
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Circulation Assistant: The Whitefish Bay Public Library has an immediate opening for a part-time Circulation Assistant who will work primarily at the Circulation Services desk assisting our patrons. This is a part-time position and we're accepting applications until May 13. 8- 15 hours a week with a willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule that includes days, evenings, and weekends. $10.50-$11.00 per hour, based on experience. Click here to read more about this position.
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Student Shelver: Are you a high school student at least 15 years of age or college student interested in a part time job (4 - 6 hours/week) at The Whitefish Bay Public Library? 4-6 hours a week with a pay rate of $7.25 per hour. To apply, stop by the library and ask for an application at the Circulation Desk. Please submit by April 28.
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Bay Bridge Event:
In addition to our May sandwich drive, Bay Bridge is coordinating an athletic shoe collection with Jacarrie Kicks4Kids. New and gently used athletic shoes for all ages will be collected at Schoolhouse Park the morning of Wednesday, May 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (same time as our sandwich drive). No sign up required! Shoes will be distributed at the end of the summer to students and caregivers in time for back-to-school. Thanks in advance for your generosity!
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NSHD Healthy Highlight - While infant immunizations are a daily part of routine vaccinations and well-child visits, the fourth week in April is National Infant Immunizaiton Week (NIIW) serves as a reminder, highlighting the importance of protecting children two years and younger from 14 serious childhood diseases, like whooping cough (pertussis) and measles, that are vaccine-preventable diseases.
On-time vaccination is critical to provide protection against potentially life-threatening diseases.
- Now is a great time to schedule well-child appointments and get caught up on routine vaccinations. CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend that children stay on track with their well-child appointments and routine vaccinations.
- Vaccines are among the most successful and cost-effective public health tools available for preventing disease and death. Vaccines help protect both individuals and communities by preventing and reducing the spread of infectious diseases. Among children born during 1994-2018, vaccination will prevent an estimated 419 million illnesses, 26.8 million hospitalizations, and 936,000 deaths over their lifetimes.
- Vaccination is a shared responsibility between families, healthcare, health professionals and public health, working together to protect the community.
- Vaccines are safe. The U.S. has a long-standing vaccine safety system that ensures vaccines are as safe as possible. As new information and science become available, vaccine recommendations are monitored, updated, and improved.
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