When does in-person absentee voting begin? In-person absentee voting begins Tuesday, March 21, and ends Friday, March 31. Please review the Updates From Village Hall below for more information such as hours and FAQ's.

Where do I get information about summer recreation programs from the Rec Department: Click here to view the Summer 2023 Digital Recreation Guide.

Summer registration for Whitefish Bay Residents is now open. Summer registration for Non-Residents will begin on Thursday, April 6th.

When does yard waste pick up begin? 

Yard waste collection starts the week of April 3, 2023, weather permitting. Yard waste must be placed between the curb and sidewalk in sturdy paper bags or in containers that can be emptied. Yard waste bags or containers must weigh less than 50 pounds. Please remember that grass clippings are prohibited. Yard waste collection will occur on the same day as your refuse/recycling collection.

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

Public Works Committee

March 14, 2023

1) Recommendations on Private Tree Regulations

The Committee deliberated on several aspects of a potential private tree removal permit. Staff was directed to draft an ordinance and tree removal permit process for private trees. The draft document will be brought back to Committee for review and consideration.

2) Review of Draft Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP)

The Committee began reviewing the first 50 pages of the CORP. Continued review of the document will take place at the next Public Works Committee meeting on Wednesday, April 12, 2023.

3) Recommendations on Klode Park Playground Improvements

Discussions continued as it relates to the estimated cost for the playground improvements. The Committee requested an itemized cost breakdown for the various elements of the playground. This will be reviewed at the next Committee meeting.

Updates from Village Hall:

In-Person Absentee Voting Starts Tuesday, March 21, 2023

In-Person Absentee Voting for the April 4, 2023 Election for all wards will take place in the basement of Village Hall (5300 N Marlborough Dr.) ExpressVote machines will be used. Please bring a photo ID.

Want to verify your registration is up to date? Go to MyVote.wi.gov (click “My Voter Info”) to check.

Voters who need to register should go to the administration counter of Village Hall prior to voting.

What Happened to the Bay Leaves Publication?

For approximately 10 years, the Village of Whitefish Bay has worked with local stakeholders to solicit content for inclusion in the monthly Bay Leaves publication. Four pages of the monthly magazine were allocated to the Village by the publisher, Best Version Media (BVM) in accordance with a written agreement. The Village in-turn allocated the majority of its content space to the local contributors. Starting in April, BVM will be replacing Bay Leaves with a new publication called Whitefish Bay Living. The new magazine will not be governed by a written agreement between the publisher and the Village. However, BVM has expressed a willingness to continue to accept potential content from local contributors.

In lieu of the previous arrangement, the Village will continue to inform residents through this Newsletter and social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter). Stay tuned for more information to come!

Seasonal Laborer Positions

The position will be responsible for assisting Public Works Department personnel in the performance of general tasks which include but are not limited to: yard waste - brush - refuse -recycling collection - flower bed planting -weeding -watering - shrub bed hedging - weeding & mulching - park building cleaning - landscape trimming - litter pick up at parks and Village owned green spaces and other general tasks. 

The successful candidates must be 18 years of age or older; possess a valid Wisconsin Driver's License; be dependable; on time and be able to perform routine physical labor tasks including repetitious lifting of containers/bags up to 60 pounds.  

Click here to apply online.

Property Tax Reminder

For those residents who elected to pay their property taxes under the installment plan, the second installment of property taxes is due Friday, March 31, 2023.

How do I make a payment?

• By mail
• 24-Hour Night Depository
• On the Village Website

The Village's Property Tax page has more information and answers to FAQs. Property Taxes can be paid online by clicking here. Need some help figuring out how to pay your property taxes online? How to Pay Your Property Tax Bill Online

Spring Rx Take Bay Day:

National Rx Drug Take Back Day:

The next National Rx Take Back Day will be April 22, 2023. 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 Saturday, April 22, 2023.

North Shore Water Commission

2022 Annual Water Quality Report

We're fortunate in Whitefish Bay to have excellent drinking water from the North Shore Water Commission. The North Shore Water Commission, in cooperation with its member utilities, publishes a water quality report annually. The report is designed so that residents can clearly understand what’s in the drinking water and how to obtain additional information. Click here to view the 2022 Water Quality Report.

The North Shore Water Commission operates and maintains the Water Filtration Plant at 400 West Bender Road in Glendale as well as the Raw Water Pumping Station located in Whitefish Bay. The North Shore Water Commission is responsible for purifying and pumping potable water to its member utilities which include Fox Point, Glendale, and Whitefish Bay. For additional information about water quality please visit North Shore Water Commission website, WDNR, and the EPA.

Whitefish Bay Public Library:

All Ages Storytime

Mondays, 10:00 a.m., Beginning March 20

Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m., Beginning March 22

Thursdays, 10:00 a.m., Beginning March 23

Please register- https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?m=3&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.

Art Explorers: Color and Line

Tuesday, March 21, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Grades K4-1

Please Register- https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?eid=1433

Explore patterns, lines, and abstract art in this process-focused art program! What's process-focused art?  It's open ended, self motivated and the emphasis is on the process of making the art, rather than the product produced. 

Friends of the Whitefish Bay Public Library Writing Contest Reception

Wednesday, March 22, 6:30 p.m.

Congratulations to the winners of the writing contest. Join us at this reception where winners will read their pieces. Winners are listed on the library website:

Tea Time Book Club

Friday, March 24, 12:00 p.m.

Our Tea Time Book Club meets once a month is led by Library Director Nyama Reed. This month we're reading Beauty of Dusk: On Vision Lost and Found by Frank Bruni. Tea Time Book Club offers hybrid meetings. You can attend in-person at the Library in the 2nd floor Program Room or online via Zoom.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81777252388?pwd=TFlEQnE5bHl1dnVHdTFqVnZZeDBkQT09

Meeting ID: 817 7725 2388

Passcode: 33887462

Whitefish Bay TALKS: Olivia in Five, Seven, Five: Autism In Haiku

Tuesday, March 28, 6:30 p.m.

Please Register- https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?eid=1365

When author Kathie Giorgio’s fourth child was born 21 years ago, she thought it would be an easy journey. After all, she was already the mother of three. She thought she had experienced it all. But she hadn't experienced autism. After trying more traditional methods of dealing with autism, Kathie and her husband set it all aside to focus on their daughter, her needs, her requests, and her way of reaching out. Now an adult, Olivia is a Dean’s List student in her senior year of college. She embraces her autism as a unique part of herself. Join author and poet Kathie Giorgio and her daughter Olivia for an open discussion about autism, it’s impact on their relationship, and what it was like working together on this book.

STEAM Storytime: Mouse Shapes

Thursday, April 6, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Grades K4-K5

Please register: https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?eid=1434

Our STEAM storytime series is back! We'll share "Mouse Shapes" and other fun shape-related books and build and make art to explore shapes.

Kiwanis International:

Pancake Breakfast with the Bunny

Come celebrate Spring at the North Shore Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast with the Bunny on Saturday, April 1, 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. 

The event will take place at Dominican High School, 120 E. Silver Spring Drive, Whitefish Bay.

Enjoy taking photos with the Bunny, raffles, and a delicious breakfast featuring pancakes, sausage, juice, milk & coffee. Tickets are available at the door, from Kiwanis members, or at Winkie’s Variety Store - just $9 per adult (10 & up) and $6 per child (over 2 years of age).

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world, one child and one community at a time. All proceeds will benefit Kiwanis youth charities. Event Sponsors include Bayshore Dental, Orley Shabahang, David Hobbs and Associated Bank.

School District of Whitefish Bay:

Save the Date:

Spring Break - March 23 - 31

2023-24 Online Enrollment for NEW Students

New student enrollment for all grades for the 2023-24 school year is now open. Online enrollment information can be found in this link. It is not necessary for current students to re-enroll; returning families will complete online registration in August for the upcoming school year. 

Questions? Contact your school directly.

Cumberland: (414) 963-3943                     Richards: (414) 963-3951

Middle School: (414) 963-6800            High School: (414) 963-3928

Upcoming School Board Meetings

• Wednesday, April 5, 7:00 p.m. – Regular Business Meeting

• Wednesday, April 26, 7:00 p.m. – Organizational & Committee Meetings

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

Bay Bridge:

TAKE OUR BRIEF SURVEY 

Bay Bridge is fortunate to be working with students from Cardinal Stritch on their capstone project. The students have created this survey to capture your thoughts on Bay Bridge and how we can better communicate with you. Please take a few minutes to let us know what you'd like more of from Bay Bridge. Help the Stritch students complete their senior project by answering the questions on this brief survey by March 22. Thanks in advance! 

North Shore Health Department:

Click here to view the March 15, 2023 Weekly Summary from the North Shore Health Department

March 2023 is the 50^th Anniversary of National Nutrition Month.

During this month, everyone is invited to make informed choices about food to assist in developing healthy eating and physical activity habits. This year’s focus is Fuel for the Future. Here are a few ways you and your family can stay Fueled for the Future.

Eat a variety of foods from all food groups

The food groups are Dairy, Fruits, Grains, Protein, and Vegetables. All of these play a major role in fueling our bodies throughout the day. By choosing multiple different foods from different groups helps maintain a healthy variety and allows us to obtain the necessary nutrients to keep us going. Follow MyPlate’s daily recommendations for proper nutrition amounts.

Eat with the environment in mind

Try buying foods in season or purchase locally sourced produce, meat, and dairy. Not only does this benefit the planet and the environment around us, but it also may help you save money by keeping food cost down.

Additionally, eating more plant-based meals or snacks could reduce food waste and save you money. Trying Meatless Mondays or other meatless meals by substituting meat with plant-based proteins is a great way to eat while keeping the environment in mind.

See a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Proper nutrition can positively influence health and healthy outcomes in the future. There are so many choices when it comes to eating healthy and it’s incredibly important to learn what ways work or don’t work for you. Ask your doctor for a referral to an RDN who specializes in your unique needs.

Merchants of Whitefish Bay

Whitefish Bay Public Library

Whitefish Bay School District

Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission

Whitefish Bay Civic Foundation

North Shore Fire Department

Whitefish Bay Little League

Bay Bridge

North Shore Junior Women's Club

WFB Blue Duke Nation

Whitefish Bay Historical Society

Kiwanis Club of North Shore Milwaukee

Whitefish Bay Garden Club

Whitefish Bay Recreation and Community Education

Whitefish Bay Public Education Foundation

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