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Imagine . . . A look into the future of our Fox Cities home - Village of Kimberly
The Village of Kimberly Newsletter
                                                                                                                        Winter 2019

                                             President’s POINT OF VIEW
    Imagine . . . A look into the future of our Fox Cities home
On October 2nd, I attended a summit to learn of the findings from     our children’s grandchildren, we need to expand our collective
surveys and some eighty listening sessions held throughout the        vision. We need to be using our civic muscle to include more
communities that make up the Fox Cities region. You may have          people in decision making, ask more questions, and have a deeper
already heard about this community visioning project known as         understanding of topics that impact the view of “well-being” for
“Imagine Fox Cities”. I was a part of listening sessions which        all who call the Fox Cities home. For us to be intentional about
were focused on understanding levels of “well- being” and to          the future, we need to dig deeper into those things that diminish
discern what “vision” was held for our children’s grandchildren       the feeling of well-being. Whether that be more aggressive
if they choose to call the Fox Cities home. I have found this         approaches to stemming opioid issues, more education on mental
process to be enlightening and the summit to be educational and       health issues, or engaging our youth in helping map our future. I
inspiring. I walked away with a feeling about what a good place       learned of a youth driven initiative happening in nearby Algoma
we CAN be here yet understanding that we have work to do to           which identified a purpose with a question: “how can kids go
fulfill the shared vision.                                            hungry” which launched a community-based food bank and
                                                                      cradle to career programming. The call it, Live Heathy, Live
“What can we be if we are intentional about it?” This opening         Well, Live Algoma. This learning has me yearning to invite ad-
line of the summit from Co-Chair Beth Flaherty really set the         hoc youth board members in our community. As we discussed the
tone for excellent discussion throughout the day long meeting         future, we talked of diversity and changing neighborhoods, we
with more than three hundred participants. We then dove head on       talked of health care and what can be done to keep people OUT
into dissecting what input was shared in the listening sessions and   of hospitals and health care facilities. We talked about preserving
surveys and I was reminded that we all need to “listen to what        the tremendous resources here, including trail systems, the Fox
is true for others.” In this lesson, I was reminded that my lens      River, the cultural amenities and the sense of being neighborly.
may be narrow in its focus and if we are truly looking ahead for
                                                                                                                         Continued on page 2.

                                    Holiday Schedule
Thanksgiving Holiday
• All Village offices and departments will be closed on Thursday, November 28th and Friday,
  November 29th in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.                                        for the 2020 Garbage & Recycling Collection
• Garbage Collection: Friday, November 29th garbage pickup will be held on Wednesday,                  Calendar included in this newsletter.
  November 27th.

Christmas Holiday
• All Village offices and departments will be CLOSED on Tuesday, December 24th and
  Wednesday, December 25th.
• Garbage Collection Change: Tuesday, December 24th garbage pickup will be held on
  Monday, December 23rd.

New Year’s Holiday
• All Village offices and departments will be CLOSED on Wednesday,
  January 1, 2020.
• Recycling Collection Change: Mondays’ route will be picked up
  Monday, Tuesdays’ route on Tuesday, Wednesdays’ route on
  Thursday, Thursdays’ route on FRIDAY.
2020 ELECTIONS FOR KIMBERLY
    President’s Letter continued...

    In a summary, We Imagine the Fox Cities as a place….
                                                                             February 18, 2020 – Spring Primary, if required to
    Where kids get off to a strong start and a positive life pathway.        reduce the number of candidates on the Spring Ballot.
    A place where parents and families of all forms feel supported
    and equipped to fulfill their essential role. A place where all kids     April 7, 2020 – Spring Election and Presidential
    in the Fox Cities have access to quality schools that foster their       Preference Primary
    intellectual, emotional and social skills. Young people who grow up      The following municipal offices are to be elected.
    here know what it is like to be raised and cared for by the village.     *Village President (1)- 2 year term (incumbent:
                                                                              President Chuck Kuen)
    Where we have an economy that works for everyone—a place with            *Village Trustee (3) – 2 year term (incumbents:
    a strong and diverse economic environment. Traditional industries,        Dave Hietpas; Marcia Trentlage; and Mike Hruzek)
    small businesses and entrepreneurs benefit from a strong and             Other Offices to be elected include: WI Supreme Court;
    well-prepared workforce. They reciprocate by providing healthy           County Board; and Kimbery School Board.
    work environments and loveable wages-ensuring all community
    members can afford basic needs, including humane housing,                Candidate paperwork for the Village Board can be
    healthy food and insurance. Strong regional collaboration across         picked up in the Clerk’s Office. The first day to circulate
    municipalities and counties ensures an infrastructure of essential       nomination papers is December 1, 2019. The final day
    services to bolster sustainable economic growth.                         for filing nomination papers is 5:00 PM, on Thursday,
                                                                             January 2, 2020, in the office of the Village Clerk.
    Where shared spaces and rich cultural environment connect                August 11, 2020 – Partisan Primary
    us—a place where we feel a strong sense of community and deep            November 3, 2020 – General Election
    connection. It is a hallmark of life here, why people come and stay.
    We have a smaller town feel with the openness and cultural amenities     For a listing of candidates for all races, please go to www.
    that rival those of larger metropolitan areas; the variety of cultural   myvote.wi.gov and look at “What’s on my Ballot”.
    amenities reflects the diversity of our population and their diverse     Update your voter registration (new voter / new address
    interests. Our widely used and strongly supported trails, parks and      / new name) at least 20 days before an election in order
    civic spaces bring our distinctive towns and villages together.          to be pre-printed in the regular poll book. Complete
    Where we all belong—a place with a visible culture of caring,            the paperwork at the Village Clerk’s Office or register
    generosity and compassion. Ours is a community where helping             online using www.myvote.wi.gov. You will need proof of
    each other is habitual-as mentors, as neighbors, as volunteers.          residency that states your current name and current address
    When in need, there are support systems and people eager to help.        – WI license/ID, utility bill, bank statement or credit card
    Newcomers feel welcome here. In fact, people from all walks,             statement, or government document works best. Call if
    races, gender identities and ages feel respected and included here.      you need more options. PLEASE REGISTER EARLY.
    Ours is a place where people who never leave have no regrets and         IF YOU WAIT UNTIL ELECTION DAY, ALLOW
    those who do are constantly tempted to come home!                        AT LEAST AN HOUR AS LINES ARE LONG FOR
                                                                             REGISTRATION.
    That four - point vision is the template for our visioning to the        Need to vote absentee? Absentee Ballot Applications can
    future, yet we must plan for and take actions to bring this vision       be found at www.myvote.wi.gov or by emailing jmicke@
    to life. I look forward to the journey in securing the future for my     vokimberly.org. A copy of your photo ID must be included
    kids’ grandkids and I look forward to engaging many of you in the        with your application for a ballot, if we DO NOT have it
    process as we continue to unearth ways to make Kimberly an even          on file already. Apply early to ensure your ballot is sent and
    better place to live, learn, work and play!                              returned in time to be counted on Election Day!
    Wishing you all a joyous holiday season,                                 In office Absentee voting will be available the TWO
    Chuck Kuen, Village President                                            WEEKS prior to the election. The Monday before an
                                                                             election is closed for both absentee voting and registration.
                                                                             You can see a demonstration of the machines during the
                                                                             Public Test held the Tuesday before each Election Day.
                                                                             Watch for the Notice in the Times Villager.
                                                                             If you have any questions regarding voting, please contact
                                                                             our office, Mon. – Fri. 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, 920-788-7500.

                                                                                     BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
                                                                                      The Village Board of Trustees approved the
                                                                                                following appointment:
                                                                                            WATER COMMISSION
                                                                                              John M. Johnson -
                                                                                     Three-year term due to expire October, 2022

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Street Department
         Garbage & Recycling Reminders for                                           County CE & Railroad Street
         Winter and the Upcoming Holidays                                               Intersection Project:
• The days for Bulky, Non-Metal Collection were changed one year                     Public Involvement Meeting
  ago to Monday and Wednesday for the designated week each month.              The Highway Department will conduct a Public
  Please reference the 2019 and 2020 Garbage and Recycling Calendars           Involvement Meeting regarding an intersection
  for the collection dates for your address. This change was made to           improvement project for County Highway CE and
  assist in providing adequate staffing throughout the week for other          Railroad Street.
  duties.                                                                      Date: Monday, December 4, 2019
• Polycarts CANNOT be placed in the road or on top of snow piles               Time: 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
• The polycart MUST be placed at ground level either on the terrace or         Place: Kimberly Municipal Complex,
  in the driveway. Polycarts which are placed in the road for pick up,                515 W. Kimberly Ave.
  during winter months, are subject to be plowed over and damaged.             Project Website: www.outagamie.org/RailroadCE
  Replacement of damaged carts are the responsibility of the property
  owner at the cost of $73.50.                                                 The purpose of the meeting is to provide a project
• The Village DOES NOT pick up overflow garbage. Excess garbage                update and share the current project schedule. There
  generated due to the holidays must be disposed of by the renter or           will be a brief presentation at 5:00 p.m. followed by
  property owner. This can be done by spreading your overflow garbage          an open house format. The public is welcome to attend
  over a couple of week’s collection, asking a neighbor if they have room      anytime between 5 & 6 p.m.
  in their polycart, or by hauling the overflow garbage to the landfill.       If you are unable to attend or need special accommodations,
• Wrapping paper is NOT recyclable. This must be placed in your regular        please contact the Highway Department at 920-832-5673
  garbage collection.                                                          at least 1 week in advance.
                                                                               Please share with your neighbors, tenants, and others
                          Winter Driving                                       who may be affected.
• Remember to slow down and drive with extra caution during the winter
  season. Allow more time for your trips to school, work, and shopping.                    Sidewalk Replacement
• The Village will maintain the street pavement as best they can. This does    The Village Board has an ongoing sidewalk rehabilitation
  not mean the pavement will be completely free of snow and ice.               program to provide safe walking surfaces for pedestrians.
• There will always be situations where snow and/or ice build-up will          The primary concern is whether the sidewalk presents
  occur on our streets and intersections especially early in the morning or    a hazardous or potentially hazardous condition to
  later in the evening when the sun sets, as temperatures drop.                pedestrians, bicycles, infant stroller, etc. Appearance of
• Allow extra room when following other vehicles, approach intersections       the sidewalk has no bearing whatsoever on its replacement
  with extra caution, and assume your vehicle will not stop as fast as it      or acceptability. Such conditions as discoloring, minor
  does on dry pavement.                                                        cracks, checking, negative sloping (away from the curb),
• Remain at least 200 ft behind snow plows and spreaders.                      minor settling without displacement, etc. are not caused
                                                                               for replacement. Following is the list of criteria for
                          Snow Removal                                         replacement of sidewalk blocks:
                                                                               • ¾” vertical differential in sidewalk blocks.
• Village ordinance 430-10 states that it is unlawful to shovel, blow, or      • Settled out of vertical alignment (more than 1” per foot
  plow snow onto or across Village streets or alleys. Citations will be          from normal grade).
  issued to habitual offenders.                                                • Having a crack ½” wide.
• Salt barrels placed at specific intersections are to be used for emergency   • Settlement in abutting cracks or blocks that trap water.
  use only. These salt barrels are not provided for residents for their own    • Broken corners and or surface lacerations in which
  application. Salt for sidewalks and driveways should be purchased at           concrete is popped out and creates surface depressions
  local retail outlets.                                                          causing a safety hazard (multiple cracks).
• Corner lot owners are asked to keep a path open through the crosswalks,      • Sidewalk that has protruding structures over 1” (trees,
  the Village crew will clear the remainder of snow as time permits.             poles, etc.)
• Anyone with a fire hydrant near his or her property is asked to help keep    • Drop of edges
  the snow cleared from around it. This will allow for quick response time     All sidewalks will be marked for replacement with the
  if ever the fire department needs to access the hydrant.                     intent of pouring up to a structurally sound adjoining
• Snow must be cleared from the sidewalks within 24 hours after each           concrete block.
  snowfall. If ice builds up, it must be removed or treated with a melting
  agent. It is Village policy to address unshoveled sidewalks only when               Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program
  a complaint has been filed. Village officials do not go out looking for
  sidewalks that need shoveling. No written or verbal notice will be given     2020 – Joseph Street to Marcella Street - between
  to violators per ordinance 430-10.                                           Kimberly Ave. and the tracks

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James J. Siebers Library News
                515 W. Kimberly Ave. • Phone: 788-7515 • kim@kimlit.org • www.kimlit.org
    New Extended Hours:                                                                   There is still a chance to meet              HOURS
    In effort to move toward meeting Wisconsin Library Standards                          the two-meeting minimum
                                                                                          November 19th and February           Mon, Wed - 8AM to 5PM
    we have extended library hours and added public internet
    stations. The Wisconsin Public Library Standards program is                           18th. In the spirit of supporting     Tue, Thu - 8AM to 8PM
    a self-evaluation tool. The purpose of this voluntary program                         lifelong learning, scholarships        Friday - 8AM to 5PM
    for Wisconsin public libraries and librarians is to encourage                         must be used for educational
                                                                                          purposes however program              Saturday - 9AM to 1PM
    the ongoing development of quality library service in the state
    by providing public libraries with a tool to identify strengths,                      accreditation is not required.            Sunday Closed
    recognize areas for improvement, and assist libraries in gaining
    community support.
                                                                                          Programs:
                                                                                          It might be cold outside, but there will be many hot programs
    Our goal is to provide great library service in effort to inspire                     inside! Mark your calendars for our Galaxy Con on December 7,
    and support lifelong learning and the love of reading. We use the                     a family-friendly and free convention celebrating your favorite
    Wisconsin Standards as a guide to measure our services against                        fictional galaxies through trivia, crafts, games, and vendors.
    peer libraries in the state. We are currently focusing on improving                   November and December will feature our holiday make and take
    access and collections with programs being reviewed constantly.                       programs including: ugly sweater designing, gingerbread house
                                                                                          making and ornament decorating. Also, don’t forget to see Elvis
    Our libraries are now open at 8 am Monday through Friday to
                                                                                          John ringing in the holiday season with classic Elvis songs and
    better serve you. We will also be open at both locations 9 am
                                                                                          facts.
    – 1 pm on Saturdays year-round. The additional hours were
    made available in part due to the use of self-service options in                      Our library is now a Connection Café site! This group meets on
    the library allowing us to staff differently. Your library staff is                   the fourth Thursday of the month. Connection Cafés are social
    arriving at 8 am to open the library, please continue to be patient                   engagement programs designed to create and replace lost social
    and understanding as it may take a few moments to ready the                           connections and reduce isolation. Monthly activities include
    library for use.                                                                      themed reminiscing, art, music, community service projects and
                                                                                          intergenerational programs.
    Scholarship Opportunity:
    The Friends of the Library are offering three $500.00                                 Starting in January, be a part of our winter
    scholarships. Recipients will be awarded on April 21st, 2020.                         reading program!
    Qualifications for scholarship require a Friends of the Library                       In addition to our special events, don’t forget about our monthly
    Sponsor who has attended no less than two Friends of the Library                      story times, movies, 4th Monday Crafts, and monthly author
    business meetings in the twelve months prior to the March                             visits starting in 2020!
    Friends meeting. Either the sponsor or recipient are required to
    complete 20 hours of verified volunteer service to the libraries.                     For full program details, times, and locations visit kimlit.org or
                                                                                          our Facebook page.

                                                          Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule
               Closed on Thursday & Friday, November 28th & 29th. • Open Saturday, November 30th from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.

                                               Christmas & New Years Holiday Schedule
              Closed Tuesday, December 24th, Wednesday, December 25th. Regular hours resume on Thursday, December 26th.
                             Closed Wednesday, January 1st. Regular hours resume on Thursday, January 2nd.

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Fire Department
                                                                                 Yard Waste Drop-Off Site
                                                                                        Is Open
                            Open House                                       Over the summer, the Street Department constructed
On behalf of the Kimberly Fire Department, we thank you for attending        a Yard Waste Drop-Off Site at the Street Department,
the 2019 Annual Open House at your Fire Station. It is always nice to see    426 W. Kimberly Ave., and it was officially opened
and talk to so many people from Kimberly and surrounding communities.        to those obtaining the required $5 annual permit,
We would also like to thank the many sponsors who supported our efforts      on Monday, September 30th. The Drop-Off Site is
by donating food, bakery, money, and gifts toward gift baskets and prizes.   accessed by using the W. Maes Avenue entrance and
Your support is truly appreciated. List of sponsors:                         is open 6:30 am to 8 pm daily, including weekends
           Bonnie Castillo                     Lamers Realty                 and holidays.
            Butch’s Pizza                       Lynn Braun
        Capital Credit Union                 Mader’s Catering                Residents who have obtained the annual permit may
             Carol Leith                   Manderfield’s Bakery              drop off grass trimmings, leaves, flower & vegetable
       Chefós Pancake House                Mom & Pop’s Bakery                garden waste, nuts, fruits, and small twigs and
            Cheryl Brandt                   Midwest Restoration              brush that are not larger than ½ inch diameter and
         Crane Engineering                 Pierce Manufacturing              18 inches long. Larger brush is not accepted due to
         Dave’s Barbershop                    Robinson Florist               space limitations, but will still be collected with the
           Deanna Minten                Romenesko Family Dentistry           Village’s curb side brush collection service.
          Dental Associates                 Rose & Rusty Kloes               This site may be used by village residents living
             Design Air                    Sarah & Corey Martin              in households that are serviced by the Village
          D.E.W. Products                      Shelly Craine                 refuse collection program (households up to four
           Festival Foods                       Skate City                   dwellings.) The drop off site cannot be used for
   Fox Valley Christian Fellowship                Subway                     depositing waste generated by commercial lawn,
      Jack Richeson & Co., Inc              Tanner’s Grill & Bar             landscape, or tree care businesses, by rental property
          Jolene Van Thiel                The Insurance Resource             owners except as identified in the rules, or other
     Kimberly Dental Associates                  Thrivent                    businesses.
          Krieger Jewelers                  Weyer’s Equipment
                                                                             Permits may be obtained at the Village Municipal
We would also like to THANK the many people that gave of their time
                                                                             Complex at 515 W. Kimberly Avenue or the Street
to help us educate fire safety and provide our visitors with some fun
                                                                             Department at 426 W. Kimberly Avenue. Residents
and entertainment to include: BUBBLES the CLOWN, RJ Marx, Inc.,
                                                                             will need to complete the application and provide
Community Emergency Response Team, Batteries Plus, Fox Valley Metro
                                                                             proof of residency with a current driver license or
Police Department and Fox Valley Crisis Response Team.
                                                                             utility bill. Permits obtained in 2019 will be valid
                Fire Department Retirement                                   through December 31, 2020.
Captain Ken Schultz retired from the Kimberly Fire Department after 21       The Permit Application, Rules, and a Site Map are
years of service to our community. We thank Ken for his dedication and       accessible at the Village’s home web page using the
passion for the Kimberly Fire Department. Ken has a special connection       NEW Yard Waste Site link in “Quick Links”.
with our community as a Senior Maintenance employee with the Kimberly
School District, also Ken’s wife Sheila is an asset as an employee with       Winter Recycling Pick-Up Schedule
the Village of Kimberly. We will continue to work with Sheila and Ken
through their “civilian” roles.                                                             November 18-21
                                                                                      December 2-5, 16-19 & 30, 31
                 Welcome New Firefighters                                              January 2, 3, 13-16 & 27-30
The Kimberly Fire Department welcomes new Fire Department members,                       February 10-13 & 24-27
Zach Minten, Amanda Corrao, and Austin Smith. Zach and Austin have
completed Firefighter certification training, Amanda will be attending        Winter Fire Hydrant Maintenance
certification classes in the Spring of 2020. We wish them the best of luck
for a long and safe firefighting career as a Kimberly Firefighter.           A clearly visible fire hydrant could save your home,
                                                                             or even your life. If a hydrant is buried in snow,
      New Fire Department Water Rescue Boat                                  firefighters could lose valuable time locating it. You
In September 2019, the Kimberly Fire Department took delivery of a           can perform a valuable public service by taking
13’9” inflatable boat, 30hp motor, and trailer. This new resource will       responsibility for maintaining “your” hydrant during
allow better water rescue response along the Fox River in our area. We       the Winter. We would like to offer the following
wish to extend a very special thank-you to CAPITAL CREDIT UNION              suggestions:
for funding the project through their “ELEVATE COMMUNITIES” grant
                                                                             • Know the location of your hydrant.
program.
                                                                             • Make sure it is shoveled clear after each snowfall
       The Kimberly Fire Department endorses                                   (at least 3 feet all around).
             the use of flameless candles                                    • Adopt a hydrant and be proud to make it the best
                                                                               looking hydrant in your area.
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FOx Valley Metro                                                       The Village of Kimberly has a

    Police Department
                                                                                Historical Committee?
                                                                    Yes! Yes, we do! The Kimberly Historical
                Overnight Parking Ban                               Committee has been meeting for 4 years.
                                                                    The displays about our Kimberly service
    Per village ordinance, from December 1st to April 1st,          men and women in the library atrium are
    vehicles are not permitted to park along village streets        thanks to the efforts of your Historical
    between the hours of 2AM and 6AM. Vehicle owners                Committee. The committee has also
    may request permission from the Fox Valley Metro Police         participated in the Christmas at the Pond
    Department to leave their vehicle parked on the village         event by displaying historic photos in the
    streets during this period. Requests need to be emailed to      trees near the gazebo. Countless hours of recorded interviews of
    overnightparking@fvmpd.org and include the following            village residents can be checked out at the library, thanks to the
    information: date, registered owner’s name, phone               efforts of committee member Mary Lamers.
    number, email address, license plate number, vehicle
    description, and address where the vehicle will be parked.      The committee is comprised of several village residents who hope
    Additional information on Winter Parking Restrictions           to promote and preserve the rich history of our fine community. We
    can be found at www.fvmpd.org under the Overnight               recently adopted the following mission statement: The Kimberly
    Parking tab.                                                    Historical Committee strives to promote, honor, celebrate, and
                                                                    educate the public about the rich history of this village, nested along
            Holiday Travel Reminders -                              the Fox River.
               Keep your home safe                                  We want to thank all of you who participated in the first ever village
                                                                    wide rummage sale. Whether you brought items to sell, toured the
    • Make sure to lock all doors
                                                                    former Holy Name convent on Maes Avenue, or came and purchased
    • Let a trusted neighbor or friend know your travel plans
                                                                    ‘treasures’ at our sale, we are grateful. A special thank you to
      and how to contact you
                                                                    Paul and Jane Driessen, Mary Lamers, the Kimberly Recreation
    • Keep valuables out of sight from windows and doors
                                                                    Association, and McDonalds for their participation and contributions.
    • Put a hold on your mail delivery
    • Consider requesting a House Vacation Check from the Fox       And if you are interested, we meet on the second Tuesday of the
      Valley Metro Police Department. Forms are available in        month from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. in the Aspen/Birch room of the
      our department lobby or online at www.fvmpd.org under         municipal center. We welcome new members. Come and join us!
      the Forms tab.
                                                                              “A people without the knowledge
                     Crossing Guards                                      of their past history, origin and culture
    The Fox Valley Metro Police Department is currently                   is like a tree without roots.” -Marcus Garve
    seeking Crossing Guards and Crossing Guard Substitutes.
    This is routine outdoor work performed on pre-scheduled
    and varied shifts in the Villages of Kimberly and Little
    Chute. Major responsibilities include caring for the safety
    of children at street crossings. Applicants need to pass the
    background check and be at least 18 years of age with a
    high school diploma or equivalent. They must also possess
    a valid Wisconsin driver’s license or the ability to meet the
    transportation requirements of the position. The starting
    wage for this position is $14.20/hr. You may request an
    application by email at Kelly.vandenheuvel@fvmpd.org
    or pick one up in person at the police department, 200 W.
    McKinley Avenue, Little Chute.

                        NEW ASSESSOR
        As of January 1, 2020 the Village of Kimberly assessment
          services will be provided by Bowmar Appraisal, Inc.
                       Bowmar Appraisal Inc.
             3005 W. Brewster Street, Appleton, WI 54914
     920-733-5369 • bowmar@sbcglobal.net • bowmarappraisal.com
             The Village has entered into a 3 year contract for
              assessment service years 2020, 2021 and 2022.

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property tax payments
                                                                              The Clerk’s Office will be closed
                                                                             December 24th, December 25th and
                                                                                January 1st for the Holidays.
                                                                   Once again for your convenience, CAPITAL CREDIT UNION,
                                                                   Kimberly location ONLY, will collect taxes for the Village of
                                                                   Kimberly. ANY RESIDENT, not just members, can pay their
                                                                   taxes at the Capital location in Kimberly. They offer extended
                                                                   hours and easy drive-through access.

                                                                   Please pay taxes early to avoid the rush, or use the PAYMENT
                                                                   DEPOSITORY located by the west library entrance. DO NOT
                                                                   place tax bills or utility payments in the Library Book Return.
                                                                   The PAYMENT DEPOSITORY offers additional security and
                                                                   safety measures. Remember, the Library staff CANNOT collect
                                                                   tax bills.

                                                                                        Dog Licenses
  Christmas lights, Santa Claus, singing,                          2020 dog licenses will be available at
    community sponsored activities and                             Village Clerk’s Office by December
refreshments – join us for a night of festive                      16th, 2019. Neutered and Spayed Licenses
                                                                   are $7.00. Intact Male & Female Licenses are
  fun! Follow the event on Facebook for                            $12.00. When applying for a dog license, owners
         updates and added fun!                                    must present the current rabies vaccination certificate. Failure to
                                                                   license your dog may result in a $124.00 citation per dog, issued
A special thank you to all our sponsors, it wouldn’t be as         by FVMPD.
  festive without you: Community First Credit Union,
  Fox Valley Christian Fellowship, Holy Spirit Parish,
  Holy Spirit School, Kimberly Historical Committee,
 Kimberly Little Chute Public Library, Kimberly Area
                                                                           PARK SHELTER RESERVATIONS
                                                                          The Park and Recreation Department will accept
       School District, Kimberly Fire Department,
                                                                                2020 park shelter reservations from
    Kimberly Knights of Columbus, Lamers Realty,                                  Village residents beginning on:
    Mom and Pop’s Bakery, and Timber Innovations.                        Wednesday, January 2, 2020 • 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
                                                                            Park and Recreation Department Office
                                                                                    426 W. Kimberly Avenue
        Employee Anniversaries
  Congratulations to the following employees for their
      years of service to the Village of Kimberly
                                                                              CHRISTMAS TREE DISPOSAL
      CORINNE HERRO – 25 years in September
                                                                   After the holiday season, Christmas trees can be placed on the
      JOHN GRAFMEIER – 35 years in October                         terrace for pickup. The Street Department will pick up trees as
       DAN MALSAVAGE – 20 years in October                         time allows.

             KIMBERLY SENIOR CITIZENS
Monthly socials for all senior citizens are held at the Kimberly
  Municipal Complex on the third Tuesday of the month at
 12:00 Noon. Socials include lunch followed by bingo/cards.
                  Upcoming Schedule:
December 17 – Christmas Party ($12.00 Person in advance)
January 21 – “Fan Favorite”
February 11 – Chef’s Choice (date change because of election)
              For additional information contact
          the Park & Recreation Dept. at 788-7507.

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Park & Rec Department
               Register for all programs online! • https://Kimberly.recdesk.com/community/program
    Step-By-Step Canvas Painting – Come and learn the steps to create a beautiful winter scene in the woods. All supplies and
    instruction are included in this fun and creative class. Advanced registration is required to ensure we have adequate supplies for all in
    attendance, for participants age 8+ please register by December 18th. Class held on December 27th, 10:00 a.m. – Noon. Course Fee $25.00

                 Rock Mandalas Class – Enjoy this relaxing class on New Year’s Eve. Program includes all supplies and instruction
    needed to create beautiful rock mandalas. Preregistration is required to ensure adequate program supplies for all in attendance.
    Participants age 8+. Class held on December 31st, 10:00 a.m. – Noon. Course Fee $15.00

    Babysitting Certification Class – Are you interested in earning money by becoming a certified babysitter? Course content
    provided by Tanya R, CPR. Located at the Municipal Complex – Aspen/Birch Room. Pizza Party lunch is provided. Participants age
    10 and older. Class held on Monday, December 30th, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Course Fee $65.00

                 Youth CPR/AED & First Aid – Do you need First Aid and CPR Certification? This 8 hour class is open to youth
    age 12-17. Students will learn CPR/AED skills and choking emergency management for the Adult, Child, and Infant. Students will
    also learn the basics of First Aid. Upon successful completion of the class, students will receive an American Heart Association
    CPR/AED & First Aid course completion card (valid for 2 years), and a digital quick-guide for First Aid. Pizza Party Lunch will be
    provided, feel free to bring snacks and beverages as needed throughout the day. Class held on Friday, February 14th, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00
    p.m. Course Fee $65.00

    Kidstage – Frozen is the timeless tale of two sisters, pulled apart by a mysterious secret. As one young woman struggles to find her
    voice and harness her powers within, the other embarks on an epic adventure to bring her family together once and for all. Both are
    searching for love. They just don’t know where to find it. This musical calls for kids ages 4-12 to join the cast of one of Broadway’s
    newest smash hits! Class held Thursday evenings January 13th - March 19th with a showcase at St. Mary Central High School on
    March 20th and 21st. Course Fee $85.00

                 12U Regional Baseball –
    Registration is now open with league starting in May and
    ends mid-July. All game times will be at either 5:00 p.m. or
    6:30 p.m. and will be hosted between Freedom, Little Chute,
    and Kimberly fields. The mission of the Kimberly Recreation
    baseball program is to develop teamwork, good
    sportsmanship, and skill development in a fun environment.
    All leagues are coached by adult volunteers. Coaches and
    participants receive a team jersey. Baseballs, bats, helmets,
    and catchers gear are all provided. Players are welcome to
    use their own equipment. Kimberly hat & gray pants are
    required. All items are available for purchase at the
    Recreation office. Coaches needed, please indicate interest
    in coaching when registering! Participants ages 11-12
    as of 8/31/2020. Program Fee $45.00

                                    The Kimberly
                                 Community Band
                                Christmas Concert
                                   will be held on
                                Sunday, December
                                   8th at Gerritts
                                   Middle School
                               starting at 2:00 PM.
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Village of Kimberly • 2020 Garbage and Recycling Calendar
Garbage Collection is on Tuesdays for residents who live north of the railroad tracks and on Fridays for residents who live
south of the railroad tracks. See calendar below for any changes to your pick up day because of a holiday. For additional
information regarding garbage collection see Automated Garbage Rules on reverse side. Recycling is picked up Monday thru
Thursday in the Village of Kimberly. If you don’t know your day of pick up, please call the Street Department at 788-7507.
Any questions regarding recycling pick up should be directed to Orion Services Corporation at (920) 759-0501.

            JANUARY 2020                            FEBRUARY 2020                            MARCH 2020

               APRIL 2020                              MAY 2020                                JUNE 2020

                JULY 2020                            AUGUST 2020                          SEPTEMBER 2020

             OCTOBER 2020                          NOVEMBER 2020                          DECEMBER 2020

  Free SPRING/FALL Yard Waste Clean Up – No Stickers Required Monday pick-up NORTH of Tracks
  Free SPRING/FALL Yard Waste Clean Up – No Stickers Required Monday pick-up SOUTH of Tracks
  Yard Waste Pick Up – Sticker Required - Must call 788-7507 for pick-up.
  Large Non-Metal Collection residential homes NORTH of tracks                               Recycling Week
  Large Non-Metal Collection residential SOUTH of tracks
  Tire Pick Up for entire Village - Wednesday, April 15 & Sept. 16, 2020
                                                                                 Your cooperation is greatly
  Village Holiday (offices closed)
                                                                              appreciated. In doing so, you are
  • April 10th garbage route will be picked up on April 9th                   contributing to the beautification
  • July 3rd garbage route will be picked up on July 2nd                             of your community.
  • November 27th garbage route will be picked up on November 25
  • December 25th garbage route will be picked up on December 23              Please see Collection Policies on reverse side.
Village of Kimberly Collection Policies
 BRUSH EVERY THURSDAY – Brush is generally picked up every
 Thursday between April and November, weather and time permitting.
                                                                                                              Recycling
 All brush must be 18” or longer, piled neatly on the terrace and all in one      Place all recycling in the green recycling cart provided. There is no need
 direction, no root balls. Residents needing a brush pick-up MUST call            to separate paper from the glass, aluminum, plastic or tin. Follow the same
 the Street Department at 788-7507 or email streets@vokimberly.org by             poly-cart placement information as listed in the Automated Garbage General
 2:00 PM Wednesday, for pick-up on Thursday.                                      Rules. For more information about recycling and other County programs,
                                                                                  please visit their website at www.RecycleMoreOutagamie.org.
 METAL ITEMS EVERY FRIDAY – An appliance pick up sticker is
 required. They can be purchased at the Street Department or Clerk’s office
 and applied to the item for pick up. Per Village ordinance, appliances set            Automated Garbage General Rules
 out for disposal without a sticker are in violation of municipal ordinance and
                                                                                  Weekly collection days in the Village of Kimberly are on Tuesdays, for
 are subject to a fine.
                                                                                  residents who live north of the railroad tracks and on Fridays for residents
      Appliances that have refrigeration coils (Freon) in them such as:           who live south of the railroad tracks.
 refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and dehumidifiers - cost is $15.00.
                                                                                  *By Ordinance, (Automated Garbage Collection, Village Ordinance 418-6),
 All other appliances and metal items such as: washers/dryers, stoves, water
                                                                                  any items set out for collection must be placed curbside by 6:00 AM on the
    heaters, microwaves, and miscellaneous metal items - cost is $10.00.
                                                                                  day of collection or the night before, but not before 5:00 PM. This includes;
 LARGE BULKY NON METAL COLLECTION – Large items consist of                        poly-carts, metal items, and large item collection. Items CAN NOT be set
 those (non-metal) items that are too large to fit in the poly-cart such as:      out days or weeks in advance of the regularly scheduled collection date.
 furniture, mattresses, carpet rolled and tied in 4’ lengths and not exceeding    A citation will be issued. These ordinances are established to keep the
 50lbs. Large items cannot be placed on the terrace prior to 24 hours of          community clean, safe, and healthy. All poly-carts must be removed 24
 pick up. This is against Village Ordinance and is subject to a citation, see     hours after collection. Non compliance of the Village Ordinance 418-6 can
 ordinance listed below. The Village of Kimberly does not pick up building        result in a fine of $75.25 for the first offense.
 materials and/or landscape materials, including wooden fence, railroad ties,
                                                                                  We recommend that you set your poly-cart on a flat surface; it must be at
 wood chips, concrete, dirt, windows, siding, roofing and/or dry wall. For
                                                                                  ground level, near the edge of the curb or at the end of your driveway apron.
 collection dates see calendar on reverse side.
                                                                                  Make sure the arrows on the polycart lid are facing the road. Containers
 YARD WASTE – Consists of lawn rakings, shrub trimmings (not to exceed            MUST be placed 4 feet from any other object. This includes: recycling,
 18”), weeds, lawn edgings and garden debris. Yard waste will be picked           large item pickup, mailboxes, trees, snow piles, parked cars and other
 up from May thru September. This material must be placed in a brown              poly-carts. If the driver cannot reach the poly-cart, the container cannot be
 biodegradable paper bag and a special sticker must be attached to each           emptied. If the container cannot be emptied on your scheduled collection
 bag. Stickers are available for $1.00 at the Street Department office and the    day, it WILL NOT be emptied that week.
 Clerk’s office. Residents needing a yard waste pick-up must call the Street
                                                                                  All solid garbage must fit into the poly-cart without packing it too tightly.
 Department at 788-7507 or email streets@vokimberly.org and be placed on
                                                                                  Poly-cart covers are required to be partially closed or completely closed.
 a list. All yard waste must be set out on the terrace by 6:00 AM.
                                                                                  This will help facilitate dumping as well as keep the debris inside the
     During a one week period in the Spring (May) and a one week period           container until dumped. Any poly-cart which has the cover completely open
         in the Fall (October), the Village will provide for the pick-up          will not get emptied that week.
         of all yard waste at no cost. See calendar on the reverse side.
                                                                                  The Village of Kimberly does not provide overflow garbage collection. The
 YARD WASTE DROP OFF SITE – Open 6:30 AM to 8 PM daily including                  automated system which uses a poly-cart is designed to collect the average
 weekends and holidays, located at 426 W. Kimberly Avenue with entrance           refuse from a residential unit. Residential units having weekly overflow or
 on Maes Avenue is now available to residents. No contractors or business         overflow from garage sales, large gatherings, house cleaning, moving in or
 generated waste allowed. A $5.00 ANNUAL PERMIT IS REQUIRED to                    out, etc. which is more than the average norm are responsible for disposing
 use this site and can be purchased at the Village Complex or at the Street       of their overflow. This can be done by spreading your overflow garbage
 Department. This site is monitored by security cameras.                          over a couple of weeks’ collection, asking a neighbor if they have room in
                                                                                  their poly-cart, or by hauling the overflow garbage to the landfill. Property
 LEAVES – Leaves will be collected according to existing policy during the        owners of rental properties will ultimately be held responsible. It is the
 seasonal time frame. Generally that starts around October 1st and continues      responsibility of the landlords to keep their tenants aware of the Village
 until the third week in November, weather permitting. All leaves must be         ordinances and requirements.
 free of plastic, paper, cardboard, gravel, brush, and dirt. All leaves must be
 raked onto the terrace for collection. DO NOT rake leaves into the street.
 TIRES – A free tire pick up will occur in April and September. At no other                            Other Information
 time will tires be collected. There is a limit of 4 tires per household, rims    SUMP PUMP DISCHARGE – Any sump pump discharge, which is not
 are acceptable, but tires cannot be larger than 17” passenger vehicle tires.     hooked into a mini storm and discharges on your lawn, MUST discharge six
 No business generated tires.                                                     feet from your property line.
 WASTE OIL & OIL FILTER - Drop off site is located in the parking lot east        WINTER PARKING – There will be no overnight parking in the street from
 of the Street Department. To access site use the driveway on N. James Street.    December 1st through April 1st from 2:00 AM - 6:00 AM.
 TELEVISIONS & ELECTRONICS – Wisconsin’s New E-waste Law                          If Street parking is needed email overnightparking@fvmpd.org with:
 effective 9/1/2010 prohibits the disposal of various devices such as:            owner’s name, phone number, license plate number, vehicle description and
 televisions, computer monitors (both CRT and flat screens), desktop and          address where vehicle is parked.
 laptop computers, printers, fax machines, speakers, VCRs, DVD players
 and digital video recorders, cell phones and phones with video displays. The
 Village will not pick up these items. Disposal information can be found by
 visiting the Outagamie County website www.RecycleMoreOutagamie.org

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2019 A Year of Progress!
Construction and development of the Cedars riverfront                                                              bids for the selective demolition of the last remaining mill
redevelopment kicked into high gear through 2019. Many roads                                                       structures. Most of the building materials above grade will be
have been paved, connections through multi-modal trails and the                                                    removed. The lower portions of the structures will remain and
installation of Treaty Park has occurred! Here’s a recap of the                                                    be analyzed by structural engineers for the future transformation
highlights and a quick reference to learn more about the progress:                                                 of mill to entertainment, commercial and residential. Midwest
                                                                                                                   Expansion is teaming up with the Village to complete the
Rivers Edge Subdivision: This nearly 20 acre subdivision on
                                                                                                                   demolition and final structure. Demolition is set to be complete
the most western edge of the property offers over 40 single
                                                                                                                   mid-summer 2020, with future rehabilitation and construction in
family lots and two planned unit developments. In May of 2019
                                                                                                                   the years to follow.
the area was sold to a developer to market, construct and sell
all the single family homes and planned development units. If                                                      Papermill Estates: Located at the corner of Main Street and
you are interested in a single family lot or a future planned unit                                                 Maes Avenue, this 49 lot planned unit development continues to
development home, please contact Tom Juza, Developer at 920-                                                       grow! This development offers a relaxing carefree lifestyle. For
371-1075 tjuza@tjuza.com or Lisa Parkos, Real Estate Agent at                                                      more information on how to become a part of this community
920-255-6580 or lparkos@coldwellhomes.com. The subdivision                                                         contact Rich Van Sistine at 920-209-9493 or
received concrete roads and additional landscape screening and                                                     www.integrityhomes.us.
buffers. The area offers a quiet residential setting with amazing
                                                                                                                   Treaty Park: The entrance to the Cedars redevelopment is
river views!
                                                                                                                   complete! Treaty Park offers a new ADA accessible play
Riverfront Developments: In the future as you travel along                                                         structure, gazebo shade structure, historical artifacts from the mill
Papermill Run from the west side to the east side several                                                          site, over 140 new plantings and open green space. The grand
luxury apartment units are under construction! The Ebb and                                                         opening occurred in early November and we welcome all to enjoy
Flow structures have started and anticipated completion is set                                                     the historical features, open space, play structure and gathering
for the Summer of 2020. The Oasis, another structure located                                                       space. A special thank you to our many community partners.
at the end of Sidney Street has ramped up construction. This
                                                                                                                   The Roots: Just east of Treaty Park is a new apartment and
luxury apartment complex will be complete in the Spring
                                                                                                                   mixed-use commercial development. The Roots is a community
of 2020. For further information on the unit and overall
                                                                                                                   development by Midwest Expansion that will relate to the
apartment development contact Midwest Expansion https://
                                                                                                                   riverfront Ebb, Flow and Oasis living concepts. This apartment
thecurrentofkimberly.com or 920-434-7707.
                                                                                                                   complex has broken ground on five units. The first unit rentals
Midwest Expansion will also be converting a former mill                                                            will be available in the coming months. For further information
structure into a restaurant experience located just north of the                                                   on the unit and overall apartment development contact Midwest
Main Street cul-de-sac. This restaurant will offer riverfront                                                      Expansion https://thecurrentofkimberly.com or 920-434-7707.
dining and views of the Fox. The Village is working together
                                                                                                                   Village staff continues to refine concepts and plan for 2020
with the Developer to create a scenic overlook between the
                                                                                                                   and beyond! We are committed to delivering a product that
restaurant and the dam. The Wisconsin Economic Development
                                                                                                                   is reflective of the community concepts generated during
Corporation awarded the Village with $250,000 in June of
                                                                                                                   listening sessions held in 2013. The vision remains consistent
2019 for the construction of the overlook feature! Concepts are
                                                                                                                   and the commitment to revitalizing the riverfront is strong.
currently being designed and construction is anticipated to begin
                                                                                                                   For information on any other available lots, future public
in 2020.
                                                                                                                   improvements or concept proposals please contact Village
Main Mill Structure: It is time to say goodbye to the last                                                         Administrator Danielle Block at 920-788-7500 or
remaining mill site buildings. The Village is currently accepting                                                  dblock@vokimberly.org.

                                                                                                                             Oasis Apartments
                                                                    Flow Apartments
                                                                                                                                                Future Restaurant

                                                                                                                                                                     Main Mill Structure
                                                                                                                 Scenic Outlooks
                                            Ebb Apartments

                                                                                                                                                            Treaty Pond

                                                 Rivers Edge Pond

                       Rivers Edge Subdivision                        Papermill Run Trail System   Established Residential                      Papermill Estates         Treaty Park      Roots Development

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                          Village of Kimberly                                                          U.S. Postage
                          515 W. Kimberly Avenue                                                          PAID
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                          Kimberly, WI 54136-1422                                                   Kimberly, WI 54136
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   Village Offices & Departments
Kimberly Municipal Complex                                   515 W. Kimberly Avenue                    788-7500
Village Administrator             Danielle Block             dblock@vokimberly.org                     788-7500
Director of Operations            Allyn Dannhoff             adannhoff@vokimberly.org                  788-7507
Assessment Information            Bowmar Appraisal, Inc.     bowmar@sbcglobal.net                      733-5369
Municipal Court Judge             Gerald C. Schumann                                                   788-7500
James J. Siebers Memorial Library                            kim@kimlit.org                            788-7515
Fire Department                   EMERGENCY 911                                   non-emergency 788-7500 Ext. 120

Street & Parks Department                                    426 W. Kimberly Avenue                       788-7507
Community Enrichment Director      Holly Femal               hfemal@vokimberly.org                        788-7507
Building Inspector                 Dave Vander Velden        dvandervelden@vokimberly.org                 788-7507
Sunset Beach Swimming Facility                               1010 Fulcer Avenue                           731-9299

Water Utility                      Technicians - 404 N. John Street                                       788-7510
                                   Utility Billing Clerk - 515 W. Kimberly Ave.                           788-7500
                                   After Hours Emergency / Water Break                                    788-7526

Fox Valley Metro Police Department                        200 W. McKinley Ave. Little Chute               788-7505
     EMERGENCY 911                                        Web Site: www.foxvalleymetro.org

Village Board Meetings             1st & 3rd Monday Nights         6:00 PM                 Council Chambers
Village President:                 Chuck Kuen
Village Trustees:                  Mike Hruzek                     Lee Hammen              Peggy Weber
                                   Tom Gaffney                     Marcia Trentlage        Dave Hietpas

                                  website: www.vokimberly.org
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