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The Village of Kimberly Newsletter
Summer 2021
President’s Point of View
Sign, Sign, Everywhere a Sign…Kimber…Y-ield?
In recent weeks, the village has seen significant “growth” along many streets as yield signs with eye catching orange flags popped
up and the addition of two four way stops along Second and Third Street have garnered significant attention. Please know that
these additions did not happen nilly-willy; allow me to explain a bit while understanding that change is never fun for any of us.
After receiving many calls over the past four years with complaints of cars traveling too fast and cars not yielding at uncontrolled
intersections, the staff explored further and worked in concert with Fox Valley Metro Police Department to take a deeper look
at traffic controls throughout the village. Now, I know full well that many of you reading this were “raised” understanding
that traffic flowing east and west on First, Second, and Third Street would not have to yield; but oh, how times have changed!
Consider that “back then” there were typically one and maybe two vehicles per household and there were limited numbers of
cell phones to distract a driver. Today, the dynamic is changed and with it, accidents that can, we trust, be preventable with these
additions. Research and “best practices” for creating the safest passages through a community encourage travelers to use the
arterial streets. Kimberly Ave, Maes Ave, Railroad, Kennedy and Washington. Adding
stops along Second and Third Street was recommended as one of those best practices as
well as it aligning with four way stops reaching out from the school traffic areas.
Streets, Sewers, SAFETY and Self are the four pillars of priority in governance at the
local level as I see it, and while change is not always welcome, I am hopeful that my brief
explanation helps you to understand the reasoning for the action taken. If we eliminate All Village Offices,
one crash, or one bike rider from being struck, I am willing to pause along my vehicular
journey. We will monitor things and continue to work at KEEPING our neighborhoods Departments and
and the people in them safe! the James J. Siebers
Memorial Library will
In other news; it sure is exciting to look forward to this summer versus last! Ball fields
will be filled as you receive this newsletter. The swim lake will open its doors to invite be closed on Monday,
some sand between the toes and some relief from the heat this summer. Music will May 31st in observance
resonate from the Amphitheater and July 3rd will see the skies exploded with the splendor of Memorial Day and
of the KFD Fireworks once again. After this pandemic year, I am hopeful that you will Monday, July 5th
venture out and partake in all there is to enjoy in our beautiful parks system, engage in
in observance of
library programming, take a dip or watch the development grow!
Independence Day.
Work is underway in the creation of the first overlook area within the mill site
redevelopment. Eventually this area will be tied in with a walking and gazing trail that These holidays will
runs from the community bridge (and will connect into Combined Locks) and connects have no effect on
in to the west end of the development and Sunset Park. I encourage you to watch the garbage collection.
progress near the Kaukauna Utilities operated dam. However, for Memorial
Please share in congratulations to the Fox Valley Metro Police Department and the K9 Day week ONLY,
fundraising committee for their efforts at surpassing their goal. These fundraising efforts recycling pick up will be
covered all initial costs and will support the lifetime of the program. I am sure that you one day after your
will have the opportunity late in 2021 to meet the new K9 member and handler Officer
Sam Pynenberg and learn more about the benefits of this addition to the department. regularly scheduled
day: Monday’s route
My parting thought is that if you haven’t, please consider vaccination. The fifteen month on Tuesday, Tuesday’s
stretch was something none of us cares to endure again in our lifetimes. Be safe, be well,
be helpful and happy and let’s all celebrate what a great place Kimberly remains in which route on Wednesday,
to live, learn, work and play! Wednesday’s route on
Chuck Kuen,
Thursday and Thursday’s
Village President route on Friday.
300 E. Maes Avenue, 2 Kim-Talk Summer 2021
Park & Recreation Department
Summer Recreation Programs Memorial Day
• V
iew all programs and register online at https://kimberly.recdesk.com/ Program
Community/Program OR check out our Special Events on Facebook @
villageofkimberlywi Monday, May 31st
• W
e still have openings in Soccer Tots! Ages 3-4, Tuesdays from 9:15 – @ 6:00 p.m.
9:45 at Roosevelt Park, program fee is $10, all participants get a t-shirt. Kimberly Amphitheater
• K
id Stage Cinderella Summer Camp – August 23rd – 27th at the Sunset Public Welcome
Park Amphitheater from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Program fee of $85 includes
adult instruction and a production of Cinderella the final day of camp!
• K
arate America partnership program – Thanks to our continued
partnership with Karate America of Darboy, check out Kinder Kickers and Sunset Beach
Karate Basics! Courses offered for 4-5 year old’s and children 6+. The
exciting, yet disciplined classes focus a child’s attention while improving Opens June 4th – Aug. 22nd
the student’s ability to learn. Kids get the excitement and fun they desire, 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
and parents get the discipline, confidence and respect they want for their
child. No one sits on the bench! Each person is treated as an equal and Get your season Pass Online!
is trained to the best of his/her ability and potential. These courses are https://kimberly.recdesk.com/
designed for students who have none or very little martial arts experience. Community/Membership
Session 1: June 17th—July 8th
Session 2: July 22nd—August 18th
Kinder Kickers, Ages 4-5, Thursday Classes 6:00 – 6:30 p.m.,
$30/session. Bark at the Beach
Karate Basics, Ages 6+, Thursday Classes 5:15 – 5:45 p.m., $30/session.
Register online
• C
anvas Painting - Join instructor Hallie and create beautiful art!
Participants are supplied with all materials and equipment needed to Proof of Rabies Vaccine
produce a work of art! Each class has a different theme—take one or take Required for entry
them all! Program fee is $25, and is intended for participants ages 8 and
up. Upcoming dates held at Shelter #1 in Sunset Park from 2:00 p.m. to
Aug. 23rd – Sept. 3rd
3:30 p.m. June 24th, July 15th, August 19th. Fee: $10 per dog
• W
e continue to offer a partnership with GG Leagues – Full rules on our Facebook
come play with other participants in a Wisconsin Event @villageofkimberlywi
Recreation League – Madden, Fortnite, Rocket
League, and Super Smash Bros for ages 8+,
registration ends June 28th, program fee: $30
Reminder to
Swimming Pool
Owners:
By ordinance (525.97) all private
residential swimming pools whether
in-ground or above ground having a
depth of 24 inches (2 feet) or greater
must obtain an annual pool permit. Memory Care
*SPECIAL OFFER
A full copy of the ordinance can &
be viewed on the village website at Assisted Living
www.vokimberly.org. frontidacare.com
920.948.0205 820 Schelfhout Lane, Kimberly
Summer 2021 Kim-Talk 3
Street Department
Recycling Information
SUMMER Scheduled WEEKS For Pick Up Are As Follows:
June 1-4 14-17 28 - July 1 The customer service department at Orion Services, the
July 12-15 26-29 provider of the recycling service for Outagamie County,
August 9-12 23-26 requests that any customers with questions pertaining to their
Recycle It’s Worth Repeating recycling pickup should call their office at (920) 759-0501.
Outagamie County NO longer accepts
SHREDDED PAPER as Recycling LAWN & WEED NOTICE
TO PROPERTY OWNERS IN
Through trial and error, the Tri-County Recycling THE VILLAGE OF KIMBERLY
Facility has found that even if bagged, shredded paper Pursuant to the Village of Kimberly Code of Ordinances, notice
tends to spill out and stick to sorting equipment and is hereby given to each person who owns, occupies, or controls land
in the Village of Kimberly, Outagamie County, State of Wisconsin, to
other recyclables and cannot be effectively recovered destroy all noxious weeds and to cut or remove the accumulation or
for recycling. growth of weeds, grass, brush or other rank or
offensive vegetation which has grown to a height
For households, we recommend the following: greater than eight (8) inches.
Owners who do not maintain their property
1. R
educe the amount of confidential documents that will be charged $75.00 per hour, plus equipment
are coming into your home. Sign up for e-billing, usage. A minimum of one hour will be charged to
online statements and emailed receipts. cut noxious weeds or grass 8 inches or longer.
2. S
hred only the documents or portions of documents Danielle Block,
Administrator
that are confidential. For instance, if you shred
mail because it has your name and address on it, rip
out and shred the portion with that information and Grass Cutting Reminder
recycle the rest of the document. When cutting your lawn near the street,
3. T
ake confidential documents to a shred event – try to make your first two passes with
typically sponsored by local financial institutions the discharge chute directed away from
and held once or twice a year. the street. Grass can clog up storm sewer catch basins,
4. T
ake confidential documents to a local office store or which doesn’t allow the street to drain properly. Water that
shipping store that offers paper shredding as a service. drains from the street and into storm sewers ends up in the
river, along with all the grass clippings. Grass clippings
5. I f you shred your own documents, the shredded also hold fertilizer and pesticides that contaminate streams,
material can be composted or used as animal rivers, and lakes. The DNR encourages leaving grass
bedding – keep any plastic materials out of it. clippings on your lawn, as they can act as good nutrients,
6. A
s a last resort, household sourced shredded paper as well as composting your lawn clippings. Residents who
may be bagged and landfilled. Do NOT put this in blow grass clippings into the street are subject to a citation
your recycling bin. per ordinance 430-16, 430-17.
Tree Care For Newly Planted Trees
The Village of Kimberly street department will care
for and water newly planted trees for the first 2 years.
During the third season we will remove the stakes,
mulch and reseed around the tree. After that, it will be
the abutting owner’s responsibility to water and care
for the seeding to encourage turf growth. If during the
3rd year, we have periods of drought, we encourage
residents to water trees to continue encouraging the
growth and establishment of the newly planted trees.
4 Kim-Talk Summer 2021
Fire Department
Firefighters for Fireworks A good resource for checking the fire danger is the
Wisconsin DNR website https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/
We would like to thank Security Luebke Roofing for ForestFire/restrictions.asp. It is updated daily and you can
generously stepping in as the major sponsor for the see how high the fire danger is in your area, or where you
foreseeable future along with the wonderful support in the are headed for the weekend or vacation.
past from US Venture. We truly appreciate their support of
this community event. The fireworks are planned for July Hazardous Waste Disposal
3rd with the rain date of July 5th. Please dispose of your hazardous waste materials at the
The annual corn hole fundraising tournament at Tanner’s Outagamie County drop off site. There is no charge for
has been scheduled for August 14th. Let’s all hope COVID this service and they make it quick and convenient. It
doesn’t cause us to cancel again. operates May through October. Please see the Outagamie
County Solid Waste website for details. You must make
Recreational Fires an appointment. https://www.recyclemoreoutagamie.org/
It’s that time of year where many people like to sit by the fire appointments. Waste oil and used oil filters can be disposed
on a nice summer night. Please be responsible and courteous of at the Village drop off site.
to your neighbors and abide by the burning ordinance. Can’t
remember it? There is a link conveniently placed on the Fire Extinguisher Inspection and Servicing
Village website under the Fire Department section. To sum Many of you have fire extinguishers in your homes and
it all up, only burn clean fire wood. Do not burn yard waste, garages. Don’t forget to check them from time to time to
trash, or construction material. Also, do not use fuel, oil, ensure they are properly charged, the safety pin is in place,
or other accelerants to start the fire. Please be considerate the hose is in good condition and everyone knows how to
of your neighbors who have their windows open and pay use it. If it needs service, there are local businesses that do
attention to the wind. Unfortunately all complaints must be this. J.F. Ahern Co, Cintas Fire Protection, Fire Services
responded to and disregarding the ordinance can result in Plus LLC, and Summit Fire Protection are all in the area.
fines. Let’s all enjoy the nice summer nights. Don’t wait until you need it to find out there is a problem
with it.
KEEP YOUR PETS ON A LEASH!!! Ordinance change as of November 2020:
All dogs, cats or other domestic animals shall be kept on a leash
no longer than eight feet at all times when off the premises of its owner.
In accordance with State Statutes and Village Ordinance, dogs must be licensed annually, and must be done so within
30 days of residency in the Village. 2021 dog licenses are now available at the Village Complex. There is a mail-in
application below for your convenience. When applying for a dog license, owners must present the current rabies
vaccination certificate. Every dog 5 months or older must have a current Rabies shot. Neutered and Spayed Licenses
are $7.00, intact Dog Licenses are $12.00. Failure to license your dog may result in a $124.00 citation per dog,
issued by FVMPD. If you no longer have your dog, please contact the office so we may update our records.
Licensed dogs have an opportunity to participate in Bark at the Beach and Pooch Patrol.
Please call the Park and Recreation Department at (920) 788-7507 for more information.
MAIL IN APPLICATION FOR DOG LICENSE
Owner’s Name: ________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________
Dog’s Name: ___________________________________________ Breed: _____________________________________
Color: ________________________ Circle one: Male/Female Neutered/Spayed/Intact
Neutered/Spayed Dog: $7.00 • Intact Dog: $12.00
Include a $5.00 late fee if applying after March 31st
Complete application and mail to: Village of Kimberly, 515 W Kimberly Ave, Kimberly, WI 54136 or deposit in Payment
Drop Box located by the west entrance doors. Include: Check or Money Order made out to the Village of Kimberly, Current
Rabies Certificate, Must enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope, license and paperwork will be mailed back to you.
Only one dog per form, make additional copies if needed. If you have any questions, please call 788-7500.
Summer 2021 Kim-Talk 5COnsumer confidence report
Consumer Confidence Report Data Village of Kimberly Waterworks 2020 PWS ID: 44503426
The purpose of this report is to summarize the results of the water • I norganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can
testing conducted on the Village of Kimberly water system during be naturally occurring or result from urban storm water runoff,
the calendar year of 2020. The report has been prepared to meet industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas
the requirements of the 1996 Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) production, mining or farming.
adopted by Congress and to provide our customers with information • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety
about their municipal water system. We take pride in the quality of sources such as agriculture, urban storm water runoff and
of the drinking water supplied to our customers and continue to residential uses.
work diligently to assure the delivery of reliable and safe water. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and
The Village of Kimberly Utility encourages public interest and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial
participation in our Community’s decisions affecting drinking water. processes and petroleum production, and can also come from
For information on the water system, contact the Water Utility by gas stations, urban storm water runoff and septic systems.
telephone at (920) 788-7510 or by emailing to:water@vokimberly. • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or
org. Regular Utility Commission public discussion meetings are held be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.
on the first Tuesday of each month in the Council Chambers, located
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes
in the Village Hall at 515 W. Kimberly Ave, at 11:00am, Please
regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water
contact the Village Administrator Office at (920) 788-7500 to have
provided by public water systems. FDA regulations establish
an item placed on the agenda or to make arrangements for reasonable
limits for contaminants in bottled water, which shall provide the
accommodation.
same protection for public health.
Health Information
Detected Contaminants
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be
Your water was tested for many contaminants last year. We are
expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants.
allowed to monitor for some contaminants less frequently than
The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that
once a year. The following tables list only those contaminants
water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and
which were detected in your water. If a contaminant was detected
potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental
last year, it will appear in the following tables without a sample
Protection Agency’s safe drinking water hotline (800-426-4791).
date. If the contaminant was not monitored last year, but was
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking
detected within the last 5 years, it will appear in the tables below
water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons
along with the sample date.
such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons
who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or Health effects for any contaminants with MCL violations/
other immune systems disorders, some elderly, and infants can be Action Level Exceedances Contaminant Health Effects: Lead
particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice Infants and children who drink water containing lead in excess of
about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental
guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span
cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available and learning abilities. Adults who drink this water over many years
from the Environmental Protection Agency’s safe drinking water could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure.
hotline (800-426-4791).
Additional Health Information
Source(s) of Water If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health
Source ID Source Depth (in feet) Status
problems, especially for pregnant women and young children.
Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and
1 Groundwater 760 Active
components associated with service lines and home plumbing.
2 Groundwater 804 Active
Kimberly Waterworks is responsible for providing high quality
3 Groundwater 740 Active
drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used
Educational Information in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for
several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure
The sources of drinking water, both tap water and bottled water,
by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using
include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and
water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in
wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the
your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information
ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some
on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take
cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting
to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water
from the presence of animals or from human activity.
Hotline or at www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.
Contaminants that may be present in source water include:
The Village of Kimberly water system did not monitor for
• Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which
cryptosporidium or radon in 2020. State and Federal drinking
may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems,
water regulations did not require them to do so.
agricultural livestock operations and wildlife.
6 Kim-Talk Summer 2021Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Safe, clean drinking water is what we expect when we turn on our faucets. The Perfect Lawn
The DNR Bureau of Drinking Water and Groundwater manages activities
that affect the safety, quality and availability of drinking water to protect You can create a beautiful outdoor
public health and our water resources. For more information please see: space and protect our waters.
http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/drinkingwater/.
A gorgeous home landscape doesn’t need to
Definitions come at the price of clean lakes and streams.
AL: Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, We can have both. But to make it happen,
triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. we all need to think a little differently. Read
these tips. Post this sheet in your garage near
MCL: Maximum Contaminant Level: The highest level of a contaminant that
the lawnmower and garden tools. This will
is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible
help us change one habit at a time, so we
using the best available treatment technology.
have good fishing, swimming, paddling and
MCLG: Maximum Contaminant Level Goal: The level of a contaminant in water-skiing when the work is done.
drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health.
MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. Mowing
MFL: Million Fibers Per Liter. Mow often, when the grass is 3.5 inches or
MRDL: Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level: The highest level of shorter. Set your mower blade at 2.5 inches
disinfectant allowed in drinking wa-ter. There is convincing evidence that and let cuttings fall. Cuttings keep the soil
addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of micro-bial contaminants. moist and restore nutrients over time. Any
MRDLG: Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal. mower works, but a mulching mower shreds
grass finely, so you don’t have to be as
TCR: Total Coliform Rule.
careful about grass height. Make an effort
pCi/l: Picocuries Per Liter (a measure of radioactivity). not to blow cuttings onto pavement. If you
ppm: Parts Per Million, or milligrams per liter (mg/l). do, sweep them up, then lay them around
ppb: Parts Per Billion, or micrograms per liter (ug/l). the roots of shrubs or vegetable plants where
ppt: Parts Per Trillions, or nanograms per liter (ug/l). they help retain moisture. If grass gets long
ppq: Parts Per Quadrillion, or picograms per liter (ug/l). and you decide to collect clippings, put them
in a pile with other yard waste and let them
Regulated Contaminants decompose. Turn the pile now and then,
Contaminant MCL MCLG Level Range Sample Violation Typical Source of Contaminant and in 3-6 months you’ll have rich organic
matter that will make almost anything in
(units) Found Date
ARSENIC (ppb) 10 n/a 1 0 to 1 2020 NO Erosion of natural deposits; Runoff
from orchards; Runoff from glass your yard grow better.
A healthy, mulched lawn outcompetes weeds
and electronics production wastes
for light, nutrients and water. In areas where
BARIUM (ppm) 2 2 .013 .001- 2020 NO Discharge of drilling wastes;
.013
Discharge from metal refineries;
Erosion of natural deposits it’s hot, consider prairie grasses or wild
FLUORIDE (ppm) 4 4 1.2 1.1-1.2 2020 NO Erosion of natural deposits; Water
additive which promotes strong teeth;
flowers instead of turf grass.
Fertilizing & Weed Control
Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum
factories
NICKEL (ppm) 100 n/a 1.5 0-.1.5 2020 NO Nickel occurs naturally in soils, ground
water and surface waters and is often
Chemicals and weed killers are not needed
used in electroplating, stainless steel for a healthy lawn, and they’re one of the
and alloy products
main reasons we have green algae in our
Combined Uranium 30 0 .3 0 to .3 2020 NO Erosion of natural deposits lakes and streams. Think before you buy.
Get a soil test so you know if your lawn
(ug/l)
SODIUM (ppm) n/a n/a 310 160- 2020 NO n/a needs more nutrients. Mulch to keep the
310 lawn healthy, so it can out compete weeds
GROSS ALPHA,
EXCL. R & U (pCi/l)
15 0 4.4 1.5-4.4 2020 NO Erosion of natural deposits
for light, nutrients and water. If you must
RADIUM, 5 0 2.1 0 to 2.1 2020 NO Erosion of natural deposits fertilize, do it in the fall. Sweep up fertilizer
(226 + 228) (pCi/l) that falls in the street and dispose of it
GROSS ALPHA,
INCL. R & U (n/a)
n/a n/a 4.5 0 to 4.5 2020 NO Erosion of natural deposits
properly—water and fertilizer that go into
HAA5 (ppb) Site B– 60 60 1 0 to 1 2020 NO By-product of drinking water chlorination the street go directly to the river or lake.
TTHM Site (ppb) B-5 80 n/a 8.7 0-8.7 2020 NO By-product of drinking water chlorination Watering
Contaminant Action MCLG 90th # of Results Sample Violation Typical Source of Contaminant
When watering is needed, use a sprinkler
(units) Level Percentile Above Date that shoots low to the ground. Sprinkle soil,
not the street. Shape soil so water will sink
Level Action Level
Found
Copper (ppm) 1.3 1.3 .13 0 2020 NO Corrosion of household plumbing in, rather than run off. When you mow,
mulch cuttings to retain moisture.
Lead (ppb) 15 0 4.8 0 2020 NO Corrosion of household plumbing
Summer 2021 Kim-Talk 7Boards & CommisSions
Sunday Amphitheater
Programs at 6:30 PM and are
The Village Board of Trustees free to the public
approved the following appointments: June 6th All In Rock’n’Roll
BOARD OF APPEALS June 13th Still Cruisin’ Variety Music
Jeff Gorges Vacancy term to expire May 2023
June 20th Round-a-Bout Band
Jessica Schneider Vacancy term to expire May 2024
The Everything Band
Kell A. Bales 1st Alternate one-year term to expire May 2022
Peter Berg 2nd Alternate one-year term to expire May 2022 June 27th Jerry Voelker Polka Band
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY July 11th Classic Memories Variety Band
Kelly Davies Vacancy term to expire April 2023 July 18th Acoustic Endorphins Acoustic Hits
Jessica Schneider Four-year term to expire April 2025 July 25th Jerry Schneider Polka Band
FIRE COMMISSION August 1st Forte and the Pianissimos
Jolene Van Thiel Five-year term to expire May 2026 Ukulele Band
FOX CITIES HOTEL ROOM TAX COMMISSION August 8th Two of a Kind Country Band
Danielle Block One-year term to expire May 2022 Country Music
Barbara Rein One-year term to expire May 2022 August 15th Fox Valleyaires Barbershop
FOX VALLEY METROPOLITAN POLICE COMMISSION
Chorus
Jason Nate Three-year term to expire May 2024
PLAN COMMISSION Community Band Schedule
Jeremy Freund Three-year term to expire May 2024
Please visit us on Facebook
SEX OFFENDER RESIDENCE BOARD for concert announcements.
Kraig Hughes Five-year term to expire May 2026
Anyone interested in joining the Kimberly
TREE BOARD Community Band may contact Conductor
Danielle Block Three-year term to expire May 2024 Robert Kramer at 740-2806.
Congratulations!
to Craig Gerrits for 25 years of service
to the Village of Kimberly in February.
PAPERFEST 2021 – July 15 - 18th
Memorial Park, Combined Locks
Combined Locks 100 Year Celebration
8 Kim-Talk Summer 2021James J. Siebers Library News
515 W. Kimberly Ave. • Phone: 788-7515 • www.kimberlypubliclibrary.org
NEW HOURS: Monday - Friday 9-6 and Saturdays 9-1 • Sun Closed
The Kimberly Public Library staff are planning a fabulous line-up of
programs and reading activities for your summer enjoyment! Read on for details.
June 7 – July 30 2021 Summer Reading Program
“Tails and Tales”: something for all ages!
Farm Animal Petting Zoo with Bring a chair/blanket and enjoy the comedy antics of Miller
Cavanaugh’s Carriages and Mike! Loaded with lots of energy, juggling, and good
Tuesday, June 8 from 3-6 p.m. clean fun, this hilarious show is great for the whole family.
Sunset Park Shelter #1 (West Entrance to top of the hill) Brought to you by the Kimberly Library and sponsored by a
Kick off Kimberly Library’s Tails and Tales Summer Reading grant from the Outagamie-Waupaca Library System.
Program with cute and cuddly critters. Cavanaugh’s Carriages
We Love Animals Story Time
of Neenah will showcase miniature horses and donkeys plus
Fridays at 10 a.m. on Facebook Live
other farm animals for the whole family to meet. In addition,
June 18 & 25, July 16 & 23
enjoy an animal tale with a story walk along the path. Stop
Ms. Ann will share tales about tails of many kinds. Enjoy
by any time during the event for family fun! Thank you to
funny stories featuring animal characters as well as some
our sponsors: Friends of Kimberly Library and the Kimberly
factual books about favorite creatures. Geared for preschool
Recreation Association.
and early elementary ages.
Pottery Painting in the Park
Birds of Wisconsin
for Teens and Adults
Monday, June 21 at 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 15 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Sunset Park Shelter #1 (West Entrance to top of the hill by
Sunset Park Shelter #1 (West Entrance to top of the hill
the playground)
by the playground) Registration Required
Ready for a real tweet? Learn to identify the many birds that
Teens entering grades 6-12 and adults are invited to paint
make Wisconsin their home with a lively presentation by
a piece of pottery from The Fire in Appleton. All supplies
naturalist Lee Hammen. Geared for 4K-Grade 5, but all ages
will be on hand, and the pieces will be fired and returned to
welcome.
participants to pick up at the Kimberly Library on a later date.
Adults will paint a planter, and teens may choose either an owl Tom Pease in Concert
or panda figurine. Stop by between 4:30-5:30 p.m. to begin the Tuesday, June 29 at 10:30 a.m.
project to be finished by 6:30 p.m. Registration is required for Sunset Park Amphitheater (East Entrance)
the ages listed as supplies are limited. Call the library at 920- Bring a chair/blanket and get ready for some great children’s
788-7515 to register starting June 1. music with favorite songster Tom Pease. Brought to you
by the Kimberly Library and sponsored by a grant from the
Miller & Mike Comedy Show
Outagamie-Waupaca Library System.
Thursday, June 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Sunset Park Amphitheater (East Entrance) continued on page 10
Cheryl’s Chocolates & Confections
MORE THAN PIZZA!!
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NOW OPEN Dining Room Temporarily Closed
Wednesday—Saturday, 3:00-7:00 p.m. Carry-Out • Delivery
Wednesday - Sunday
Serving delicious Cedar Crest ice cream &
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920-788-3592
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Summer 2021 Kim-Talk 9The Magic of Rondini Master Gardener Presents
Tuesday, July 13 at 10:30 a.m. Summer Series Features
Sunset Park Amphitheater (East Entrance) Composting, May 24 at 7 p.m.
Be dazzled and amazed as local favorite Rondini performs Garden “waste” is not waste, it is a resource. Composting turns
mesmerizing magic with his sidekick, Einstein the World’s this resource into black gold for your garden. Master Gardener
Cutest Bunny. Fun for all ages. Bring a blanket/chair for Tom Wentzel will discuss the dos and don’ts that will make
comfy seating. your pile productive and expose myths about the subject.
Animal Tales Writing Workshop Vegetable Diseases, June 28 at 7 p.m.
for 5th-8th Graders We put a lot of time and effort into growing our own produce.
Tuesday, July 20 at 1:00-2:30 p.m. Keeping your garden healthy is a matter of taking some
Sunset Park Shelter #1 (West Entrance to top of the hill preventative measures. It is also about recognizing problems early
by the playground) and taking appropriate measures. Kaitlin Bricco, Horticulture
Stretch your creativity and capture your love for animals in Educator for Outagamie County will discuss vegetable diseases,
this guided writing workshop with author and librarian Jill how to identify them, treat them, and prevent them.
Van Den Eng. Writing supplies will be provided.
Garden Tour, July 26 at 7 p.m.
Furry Critters of Wisconsin The Outagamie Master Gardeners Association invites you
Monday, July 26 at 1:30 p.m. to a virtual tour of our group of diverse perennial gardens
Sunset Park Shelter #1 (West Entrance to top of the hill maintained by the association on the campus of the UW
by the playground) Extension Service in Appleton. The virtual tour will last for
Are they fur real?! Learn about the various mammals that approximately 1 hour. During that time, you will see each of
make Wisconsin their home, presented by naturalist Lee the several gardens as they change over the summer. We hope
Hammen. Kids will get a chance to see and touch animal pelts you can come and enjoy these gardens from the comfort of
and ask questions about their favorite animals. Geared for your own homes via Zoom. We want to think of this virtual
4K-Grade 5, but all ages welcome. tour as a teaser that will spark your interest in seeing these
public gardens in person.
For Kids and Teens...
Participate in our Summer Reading Incentive Program. Keep Ongoing Programs
your reading skills sharp throughout the summer and earn Herb Your Enthusiasm Cooking Club: Join us for our
fabulous prizes along the way! monthly discussion about herbs and spices. Contact Julie at
jconrad@kimberlypubliclibrary.org. Cooks of all skill levels
For Adults... are encouraged to participate.
The Kimberly Public Library invites you to participate in
our whaley awesome adult Summer Reading Program. Read Friday Reads, where librarians help you find your next read
and hike your way to six destinations in order to enter raffles by making book recommendations based on a theme or genre,
for pawtastic prizes. In addition to your reading quest, pick Fridays at 11 am on the Kimberly Public Library Facebook page.
up a yarn bird craft kit, register for Pottery Painting in the Quaran Stories: A Short Story Discussion Group: read a
Park, and listen to Heckrodt Wetland Reserve’s presentation contemporary or classic short story each week, then meet
on owls. We also invite you to pop into the library to see our via Zoom every other week for discussion. Contact Julie at
ongoing Tales and Tails Community Art Exhibit, read cat jconrad@kimberlypubliclibrary to register.
tales, and donate supplies to keep Safe Haven Pet Santuary’s
special needs cats feline good. Participants may enter for LitFix BookClub Looking for a bookclub to join? Try this
weekly drawings and a grand prize drawing at the end. new one that’s starting out fresh at the Kimberly Library every
first Thursday of the month at 10:00am. Members choose what
we read and discuss. In person meetings through the summer
Auto - Home will be held outside with the option to join virtually via Zoom.
Medicare The first meeting will be Thursday, June 3. To join, contact
Life - Health Holly (hselwitschka@kimberlypubliclibrary.org) or find the
details on facebook.
Business
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10 Kim-Talk Summer 2021Gearing Up For a Busy 2021 Construction Season
The Spring and 2-16 unit buildings along Papermill Run. Entertainment
KimTalk amenities along the riverfront will also progress throughout
issue featured the summer of 2021. Each portion of the development takes
the Stein’s time through careful planning and design. The Village is
development pleased to see significant progress made each year and looks
at the corner forward to each future phase!
of Kennedy
Village staff
Avenue and
recently met
Cobblestone
with the
Lane – the Village continues to be excited for another new
Kimberly
development at this intersection. The Village is proud to
Community
announce the recent ground breaking for the new office of
Development
VandenBoom Verstegen High Wealth Management! We are
Authority,
pleased that VandenBoom Verstegen Wealth Management
Plan
continues to call Kimberly home and we work diligently to
Commission and Economic Development Organization
ensure a business friendly environment here in Kimberly.
to gather feedback and generate ideas to create a cohesive
redevelopment and attraction theme throughout the riverfront
and existing downtown corridors. These meetings are always
open to the public and we welcome your feedback. Highlighting
the discussion was progress made along Kimberly Avenue.
An example of storefront revitalization and redevelopment is
the newly unveiled Birch Street Center! The structure brings
back memories of Eitings Supermarket while offering newly
updated gathering spaces, a coffee shop and commercial leasing
opportunities. Inside you’ll find Timber Innovations, Timber
Lounge, il Bar Coffeehouse & Bistro, NARI Fox Valley and
Illumine Reiki. Welcome back Birch Street Center a shining
Development project plans for 2021 Cedars redevelopment
addition to the Kimberly Avenue corridor.
construction work are progressing. These plans include:
multimodal connections, eastern infrastructure improvements For information on any available lots, future public
and planning, final design of the central public overlook improvements or concept proposals please contact Village
located just west of the hydroelectric plant, and further Administrator Danielle Block at 920-788-7500 or
development of strategies to convert blighted areas into dblock@vokimberly.org.
promising opportunities. Village Plan Commission recently
For the latest Cedars updates and developer information please
approved the newest riverfront apartment development located
visit our website at https://www.vokimberly.org/information/
just east of the former main mill building. This development
cedars-development-updates/.
will include 4 structures, 2-25 unit buildings along the water
Summer 2021 Kim-Talk 11PRSRT STD
Village of Kimberly U.S. Postage
515 W. Kimberly Avenue PAID
Permit No. 4
Kimberly, WI 54136-1422 Kimberly, WI 54136
Car-rt Sort
ECRWSS
POSTAL CUSTOMER
Village Offices & Departments
Kimberly Municipal Complex 515 W. Kimberly Avenue 788-7500
Village Administrator Danielle Block dblock@vokimberly.org 788-7500
Assessment Information Bowmar Appraisal, Inc. bowmar@sbcglobal.net 733-5369
Municipal Court Judge Gerald C. Schumann 788-7500
James J. Siebers Memorial Library kim@kimberlypubliclibrary.org 788-7515
Fire Department EMERGENCY 911 non-emergency 788-7500 Ext. 120
Street & Parks Department 426 W. Kimberly Avenue 788-7507
Director of Operations Allyn Dannhoff adannhoff@vokimberly.org 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
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