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The Village of Saukville
Spring/Summer 2020
From the Village President… The Village Plan Commission approved a new business for
Saukville at 460 East Green Bay Avenue. Midwest Martial Arts
Dear Friends, commenced operations, I believe, the day after their approval.
We are living in interesting times … right? … I guess that’s an un- Please, if you have an interest, stop in and welcome them to our
derstatement! community once it is safe to do so.
Please know your Village team, having excellent management The Village Plan Commission also recently approved a Starbucks
leadership, is keeping up-to-date on all health-related matters as for the site which formerly held the Mobil Station directly in front of
well as keeping all of our community resources safe and functional. Walmart (827 East Green Bay Avenue). Building is going to hap-
For the health and safety of our staff and the public, please avoid pen over a 4-5 month period and is scheduled to begin in spring. I
any non-essential visits to Village facilities. We encourage on-line personally love the diversity of offerings we can share among our-
resources and call-in services which are easily available to all. selves and with our many visitors.
The Village has recently become home to A Place to Be Spiritually As explained in an open meeting on February 11, 2020, the 99
Center (an ecumenical ministry of St. John XXIII Catholic Parish). acres north of Piggly Wiggly is scheduled for development in ear-
They are located in the Parkside United Church of Christ building at nest in 2020 and, should that be the case, the Village will have a
166 West Dekora Street. Their hours are: Monday-Thursday new, exciting, and successful area - “Destination Saukville” - in
10:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. and additional times by appointment. Their which to live, work, and play.
Mission: A Place to Be accompanies those who seek meaning and This unique destination is unlike anything else in the region. Desti-
purpose and something beyond themselves. nation Saukville will feature indoor and outdoor recreational and
At this time in our lives, A Place to Be will continue to hold regular athletic opportunities for residents of all ages and promises to
business hours and are available to support you in any way they quickly become the destination of choice for health and wellness
can. Please do not hesitate to reach out to them with any needs, activities. Value added to Saukville is between $65 million and $80
even if you just crave a listening ear. They have built some incred- million upon completion. It is estimated that this build out will gen-
ible relationships with people and organizations throughout our erate between $1.25 and $1.5 million annually in property taxes.
communities and, if they cannot provide you with what you need, Saukville is one of the first pioneers of the Solar Now Pilot Pro-
they can certainly help you find a path that can. gram. All equipment for this Fix-Tilt System is provided by WEC
Please remember you are never alone! Call A Place to Be if there Energy Group. It will be located to the West of the water tower off
is anything they can do to help you or anyone in your life during this of Dekora Woods Boulevard. Estimated annual income to the Vil-
difficult time: 262-277-1928. lage is $21,000 over a 20-year period. Installation is expected to
begin this spring and will take approximately two months.
A Place to Be, as well as Village, staff suggests and encourages
everyone to consider those in your lives who may be most vulnera- We have welcomed Ruan Trucking to Saukville. This fine company
ble and check in with them. Those who are out of work or do not is a new carrier for Charter Steel. Charter Steel chose Ruan as
have the option to stay home, the elderly who rely on various pro- their transportation partner to support Charter's customers, plants,
grams for sustenance and socialization, children who are out of and suppliers throughout the Midwest, East Coast, and Mid-Atlantic
school and parents struggling with childcare, and all of those with regions of the U.S. Ruan began local operations on July 1, 2019.
already compromised immune systems will all need more commu- As a result Ruan is employing 100 new drivers.
nity support during this difficult time. Additionally, food pantries, As of this writing, we still anticipate voting to take place at the
meals on wheels, schools, churches, and other organizations may American Legion Hall on Tuesday, April 7th. Please make sure to
be in need of extra donations and volunteers to keep up with the make your wishes known by sharing in this American privilege.
increased demand. Let's work together to make sure no one falls Locally, there are four people running for three Village Trustee
through the cracks as we all adjust to this new reality. seats.
Usually, I use this Spring Newsletter to give a report on my State of That’s it for now … be well and stay safe,
the Village presentation regarding last year’s happenings and
growth. Well, this year, said speech has been postponed to date. I In service,
will instead share general positive news of our awesome communi-
ty, Saukville. Barb
Village News & Services For more details, contact Village Hall at 262-284-9423
or visit the Village website at www.village.saukville.wi.us
Regular Hours: Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. “SAUKVILLE SAYS” - WEEKLY E-NEWSLETTER
Sign up on the Village website homepage to receive
HOLIDAY HOURS - Offices Closed
Monday, May 25, 2020 the weekly e-newsletter “Saukville Says”. The e-
Friday, July 3, 2020 newsletter contains timely and pertinent Village news,
Monday, September 7, 2020 services, and events information and is delivered once a week to
your registered email address. You can also sign up in person at
2020 SPRING ELECTION & PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE Village Hall and Oscar Grady Library. Email addresses are kept
APRIL 7, 2020 confidential and are not shared.
On the Ballot: Presidential Preference; three Village RUMMAGE & REAL ESTATE SALE SIGNS
Trustee positions; additional races Village Ordinance regarding rummage/garage sale,
Village of Saukville Polling Location: real estate, directional, or informational signs states
- Saukville American Legion Hall, 601 W. Dekora St. that such signs must comply with traffic visibility re-
Polls Open: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. quirements and are not permitted in Village parks or median areas.
Photo ID Will Be Required Improperly placed signs will be confiscated. Signs shall be erected
PLANNING AN OUTDOOR EVENT? no more than 24 hours before a rummage sale and taken down no
Village park facilities/pavilions are available for later than 24 hours after. For more information, contact Village
rent for your spring and summer events on a Hall at 284-9423.
first come, first serve basis. Resident and non- OUTDOOR FIRE PITS AND STOVES
resident fees apply. Find information on the Village website. Do you like to enjoy outdoor fires in the summer?
Call Village Hall for availability and rate information. Did you know that you need a permit to open burn in
the Village of Saukville?
FARMERS MARKET 2020
Open Burn Permits can be obtained at Village Hall for a one-time
Open Sundays, June 14th through October 25th,
$20 permit fee. Permanent in-ground pits require approval from
from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Veterans Park, down-
the Fire Chief before installation. Permit applications can be found
town Saukville. The market features fresh, in-season
on the Village website (Our Government/Building Permits, Inspec-
Wisconsin produce grown by area farmers, as well as
tions & Applications).
greenhouse and floral products, and handmade crafts
by local artisans. (Closed July 5 & Sept. 6) 2ND INSTALLMENT PROPERTY TAX PAYMENTS
All 2019 property taxes not paid by January 31, 2020
OPEN BOOK & BOARD OF REVIEW must be paid to the Ozaukee County Treasurer. Sec-
The 2020 Assessments Open Book Session ond installment payments are due to the County Treasurer by July
has been scheduled for Monday, May 18th from 12:00 - 7:00 31, 2020. Make checks payable to the Ozaukee County Treasurer
p.m. Residents are welcome to visit Village Hall during this ses- and mail to P.O. Box 994, Port Washington, WI 53074, or pay at
sion to meet with the Assessors and discuss assessment values Port Washington State Bank, Saukville Branch, after July 1st.
for their property. Village Hall can not accept or process second installment pay-
ments.
The Board of Review to dispute your assessment data is
scheduled for Monday, June 29th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. VILLAGE BOARD & COMMITTEES MEETING AGENDAS
Questions on your current assessment value should be directed to
CAN BE FOUND ON THE VILLAGE WEBSITE AND ARE
Accurate Appraisal. You do not need to wait until the Open Book
session to discuss your assessment. Contact Accurate Appraisal POSTED AT VILLAGE HALL, OSCAR GRADY LIBRARY,
at 800-770-3927 or email them at info@accurateassessor.com. AND THE SAUKVILLE POLICE DEPT.
PLANNING A HOME CONSTRUCTION PROJECT? VILLAGE PRESIDENT’S OFFICE HOURS
Before starting any construction/remodel project, Barb Dickmann is available to the public at the
contact the Village’s Permit and Inspection Dept. at Village Municipal Center by appointment only.
262-375-5305. Most home construction/remodel
projects will require a permit (building, electrical, Call Village Hall at 284-9423, ext. 1219 to leave a voicemail to
plumbing) before work can begin. request an appointment.
Seasonal Newsletter - Pick up a hard copy at Village Hall or Oscar Grady Library during regular business hours.
Village Cable TV Station - Spectrum Channel 25 - Up-to-date information on Village meetings, services, and events.
Calendar of Events Village Hall 639 East Green Bay Avenue
(262) 284-9423
Tentative Schedule: LIVE AT THE TRIANGLE
April 13 -17...TORNADO/SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
VETERANS PARK -
April 16.…….STATEWIDE TORNADO DRILL - 1:45 & 6:45 p.m.
WED. NIGHTS - 7:00 - 9:30 P.M.
April 11 …….EASTER EGG HUNT - Cancelled
May 11 -16…FRIENDS OF OSCAR GRADY LIBRARY BOOK SALE 2020 DATES
June 12 & June 26
May 25.……..MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
July 10 & July 24
Contact American Legion Post #470 @ 284-2787
Aug. 7 & Aug. 21
June 15……..SUMMER PLAYGROUND PROGRAM STARTS Line-up of acts to be determined.
June 10……..LIVE AT THE TRIANGLE CONCERT SERIES BEGINS As it becomes available, information will be
6 Concerts at Veterans Park throughout the summer posted on the Village website.
June 14 - Oct. 25 - FARMERS MARKET (excluding 7/5 & 9/6)
Sundays - Veterans Park - 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. “Live At The Triangle” is proud to present a schedule
July 4………..PARADE (1:00 p.m.) - ACTIVITIES - Grady Park of six FREE concerts held every other Wednesday night
from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. throughout the summer at the
FIREWORKS - Peninsula Park (at dusk) bandstand in Veterans Park.
Aug. 15……..SUMMER THUNDER POKER RUN
“Live At The Triangle” is planned and presented by the
Ends @ Veterans Park with activities & live music Village of Saukville, and made possible through the gen-
Sept. 12...…..VILLAGE-WIDE RUMMAGE SALE - 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. erous donations of sponsors and volunteers.
Sept. 13....….FIRE DEPT. AUTO SHOW Just bring your family, friends, and lawn chairs for an
evening of fun and music. Food and beverages are
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Grady Park available for purchase from local non-profit groups.
(Effective 3/2020 - all info subject to change)
Changing Faces in the Village
Treasurer Fire Department
The newest face at Village Hall is Maureen Hartjes. Maureen will After serving the Village of Saukville for over 4 decades, long
be taking over Treasurer duties for Vicki Lee, who is retiring in time Fire Chief Gilly Schultz retired in September 2019. Gilly was
May. Vicki has worked as the Village Treasurer for the past 20 a great asset to the Village and the Fire Department and he will
years. She will be greatly missed and we wish her well in her be missed. We wish him well in his retirement.
retirement. In December 2019 Chief Thad Trinko assumed command of the
Maureen comes to us from the Village of Grafton where she Saukville Fire Department. He comes to Saukville from Lake
worked in accounting for the past 4 years. She has degrees in Havasu City, AZ with 44 plus years experience in the fire service
accounting and finance and has a strong financial background. and is excited to be a part of the SFD. Welcome Chief Trinko!
Economic Development & Planning
Business and industry continues to grow and expand in the Village,
• Revolving Loan Program
as highlighted in Village President Barb Dickmann’s letter, pg. 1.
Available at Village Hall or Online: For more information and/or applications, contact the Village of
• Business & Industrial Park Directory Saukville - 262-284-9423 or dwagner@village.saukville.wi.us or visit
• Saukville Economic Profile the website: www.village.saukville.wi.us - Econ. Development page.
• Business Development Loan Program
Information and Application (partner with PWSB)
Department of Public Works 649 S. Main Street 262-284-0545
YARD WASTE (COMPOST) DISPOSAL DEFECTIVE SIDEWALKS
How do you get rid of garden waste, leaves, If you know of any sidewalk section in need of repair, please report
and lawn rakings from your spring yard clean- it to Village Hall. The Village allocates funds each year to address
up? Wisconsin DNR strongly recommends that the priority problems which mostly involve tripping hazards greater
these materials NOT be placed in the street at any time. than a 3/4” offset. Damage due to street trees is not charged to the
DPW does NOT collect spring clean-up yard debris street side. homeowner. Most tripping edges are saw cut by a contract service.
You must containerize debris and bring to the compost drop- Sunken sections at a house utility trench are a lower priority and
off site during Saturday open hours. This site is open to Village are the homeowners financial responsibility to make repairs. Con-
residents only. Also, you can help prevent plugged storm sewers tact the DPW for more information.
by making sure catch basins near your property are clear of debris.
MAIL BOX POSTS - REPAIR OR REPLACE BEFORE WINTER
2020 DPW YARD - DAYS & HOURS: If you have a weak or rotting mail box post, this is the time to
change it so it is stable for winter. In most cases, a strong post and
COMPOST SITE - SATURDAYS ONLY - APRIL 11 - NOV. 14
secure mailbox will withstand the impact of snow coming from a
9:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. (CLOSED JULY 4TH) snowplow. Most plow damage occurs when the mailbox projects
APPLIANCE DROP OFF - WHITE GOODS ACCEPTED AT DROP too far into the street or the post is weak or rotten. Keeping the
AREA DURING REGULAR COMPOST SITE HOURS mailbox projection at least 2 inches behind the back of the concrete
(No home pick-up is available.) curb is recommended. Wood and metal pipe are the only allowable
SPRING CLEAN-UP DUMPSTER - APRIL 18 & 25, MAY 2 post materials. Brick or concrete posts are not allowed for motor-
- ELECTRONICS ARE NOT ACCEPTED - ists safety reasons.
**REFER TO INCLUDED FLYER (P. 5) FOR COMPLETE INFO**
CURBSIDE CHIPPING OZ CO HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION SITE
The Village chipper will tour the Village on Mondays, April 6th Veolia ES Technical Solutions LLC
through November 2nd. (excluding holiday weeks). 1275 Mineral Springs Drive, Port Washington
Please observe the curbside requirements on the DPW Services Hours: Every Monday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
page (next). Please also note: HHW Info Hotline: 262-243-8998
• DO NOT place branches curbside sooner than the immediately Hazardous materials such as oil based paints, pesticides, waste
preceding weekend. We DO NOT chip tree stumps. fuel, anti-freeze, and household cleaners must NOT be placed in the
• The chipping crew is limited to 20 minutes per address, after trash or poured down storm and sewer drains. Please dispose of at
which a $50.00 fee is charged for each additional 20 minutes appropriate hazardous waste collection sites.
at the property owner’s request. Note: Waste oil should be taken to the Ozaukee County Highway
• We will make only one pass per street side per chipping event. Department, 410 South Spring Street, Port Washington
• BRANCHES ARE NOT accepted at the Compost Site.
• The property owner/occupant is responsible for remov-
al/disposal of limbs larger than 3” diameter, and for full OZAUKEE IRON & METAL, LLC (previously Port Recycling)
tree removal including cut branches resulting from tree 728 SCHMITZ DR., PORT WASHINGTON
removal process. Accepting furniture, Freon units, some appliances and
• Residents can pick up chippings at the DPW site or have a electronics, household batteries, tires, scrap metals, and
minimum truck load delivered. Call the DPW office (284- more. Fees may apply. Call 262-284-4060 for details.
0545) to make arrangement.
How to Display the American Flag
Here are few basic guidelines to keep in mind based on the U.S. Flag Code:
• Always make sure the flag never touches the ground or anything below it.
• Do not display the American flag in inclement weather, unless it’s an all-weather flag.
• If you want to fly the flag after sunset, keep it well lit.
• When displayed either horizontally or vertically against a wall, the Union (blue section) should be uppermost and to the flag’s own
right, that is, to the observer’s left. When displayed in a window, the flag should be displayed in the same way, with the Union to the
left of the observer’s view.
• No other flag or pennant should be placed above, or, if on the same level, to the right of the American flag.
Wondering what you should you do when your flag becomes worn and no longer suited for public display? The U.S. flag code requires it to
be disposed of respectfully, preferably by burning. Many local VFW posts and American Legions hold ceremonies to retire flags.
Saukville Legion Post 470 has a drop box outside the Legion hall to drop your flags for proper disposal. Contact them at 262-284-
2787 with questions.
VILLAGE OF SAUKVILLE
Dept. of Public Works
649 S. Main Street
2020 COMPOST & APPLIANCE
DROP-OFF SITE
APRIL 11th thru NOVEMBER 14th
CLOSED July 4th
SATURDAYS ONLY 9:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
ACCEPTED ITEMS FOR THE COMPOST/APPLIANCE
RULES
DROP-OFF SITE
1. Grass clippings/leaves (curbside disposal prohibited) 1. Village residents only! – Identification Will Be Required
2. Miscellaneous compost including flowers, garden 2. Place items in designated areas – Compost or White Goods
plants, etc. (curbside disposal is prohibited) 3. Stack Appliances Neatly – do not throw in pile
3. Small tree/bush stumps 4. Compost – remove plastic bags/containers
4. White Goods – Appliance Drop Site: 5. No garbage, recyclables, construction materials, iron, or tires
AC units, dehumidifiers, dishwashers, freezers 6. No hazardous materials
microwaves, ovens/ranges/stoves, refrigerators,
washers/dryers, water heaters
2020 BRANCH CHIPPING
The Wood Chipper will tour the Village to Chip Brush/Branches ONLY
EVERY MONDAY – April 6th thru November 2nd
(No Chipping During Holiday Weeks)
• Branches must be curbside by 6:30 a.m. Monday mornings; 3” max. diameter - cut ends facing street.
• No Stumps/No Compost; 20-minute time limit per address applies.
• Per Village Ordinance 187-21, the property owner or occupant is responsible for disposal of entire tree and all branches
as a result of tree removal. This will not be chipped by Village chipper.
Due to the curbside branch chipping collection service, the Village DPW has a surplus of woodchips.
• Residents can pick up woodchips at the DPW yard waste site at 649 S. Main St. during site hours on Saturdays.
• Bring your own containers and pitch fork/shovel – tools and containers are not provided.
• The DPW will deliver only full truck loads (3-5 yards) of chips to residential addresses upon request. We do not come
back to pick up any unused woodchips. Call the DPW at 284-0545 to arrange delivery.
2020 SPRING CLEAN-UP DUMPSTER
APRIL 18 & 25
3 SATURDAYS ONLY 9:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
& May 2
ACCEPTED ITEMS FOR THE DUMPSTERS RULES
1. Furniture – 1 large piece only 1. Village residents only! (identification will be required)
2. Carpeting 2. Batteries (car & tool only) - place along concrete wall.
3. Toys 3. No waste oil, anti freeze, paints, liquids, or hazardous waste
4. Small amts. of construction material (1 cubic yard max) 4. No recyclables, dirt, sod, brush, grass clippings, leaves,
5. ONE box spring/mattress set only compost, concrete, rocks, bricks, concrete block, iron, or tires.
6. Other miscellaneous items intended for landfill 5. No Electronics – including but not limited to: TVs,
7. NO CARDBOARD (this should go into recycling carts) Computers, monitors, printers and peripherals, Fax machines,
Photocopiers, VCRs & DVRs, Telephones with video displays.
Loads will be inspected for acceptable items.
2020 LEAF COLLECTION - October 1st thru December 7th - as time/weather permit.
How Do I Dispose of....???
How often have you cleaned out the basement or garage and found yourself looking at items you didn't know what to do with
- old appliances and furniture, TVs, tires, auto batteries, waste oil - to name a few? The local waste hauler will not accept
many of these items. Don't despair; there are still means available to dispose of this stuff, although a small fee may be
required.
White Goods - Drop-off site located at the Village of Saukville DPW, 649 S. Main Street. Available Saturdays only during regular
Compost Site schedule. Village residents only. Drop off unwanted white goods - air conditioners, dehumidifiers, dishwashers,
washers/dryers, microwaves, ovens/ranges/stoves, refrigerators, freezers, & water heaters. No home pick-up is available.
Furniture, bedding, household items - if clean and in good shape, resale stores - St. Vincent de Paul or Goodwill - may accept the items.
If not hazardous materials/electronic and fits, these items can go in your trash cart. Or, arrange for a special pickup with Advanced Disposal
(800-387-0949) or haul to their site at 803 North River Road, West Bend. Advanced Disposal will charge a disposal fee.
The Village of Saukville provides a clean-up dumpster each spring - last two Saturdays of April and the first Saturday
of May for furniture and household items (no electronics or hazardous items). Village residents only. Limitations apply.
Rechargeable tool and cell phone batteries (Ni-Cad, Nickel Metal Hydride) . Saukville Police Dept. accepts many of these batteries. Call 262-
284-0444 for info.
Recycling, Electronics, Scrap Metals - Ozaukee Iron & Metal, LLC - 728 Schmitz Drive, Port Washington
Accepts furniture, mattresses, carpet, Freon units, some appliances and electronics, household batteries, tires, and more.
Fees may apply. Buys certain electronic scrap and scrap metals. Call 262-284-4060 for complete list and fee info.
Household Hazardous Waste & Electronics – kitchen and bathroom, garage and workshop, home and garden products, some electronics –
can be taken to the Ozaukee Co. Hazardous Waste Collection Site (Veolia ES Technical Solutions LLC) at 1275 Mineral Springs Drive., Port
Washington. This site is open on Mondays only. Call 262-243-8998 for more information.
Waste Oil - County Highway Dept. drop-off site at 410 Spring Street, Port Washington (284-8331). Some of the local automotive service centers
will also take it. OIL CANNOT BE CONTAMINATED WITH ANTI-FREEZE, SOLVENTS, OR OTHER VOLATILE FLUIDS.
Untreated, clean lumber - cut up and place in cart or burn in fire place or wood stove. Remove nails or hardware.
Treated lumber, railroad ties, and lumber containing creosote - call waste hauler such as Advanced Disposal to arrange for dumpster or
pickup. Fees apply.
Tires - local automotive service centers. Most will charge a nominal fee.
Clothing and other apparel - Contact local churches or charities that accept donations, or St. Vincent de Paul or Goodwill stores.
Remember… Dumping oil, anti-freeze, solvents, cleaners, paint, fuel, and other solids or liquids in storm sewers is
ILLEGAL and can lead to substantial fines and jail time.
TRASH-RECYCLING SERVICES PROVIDED BY ADVANCED DISPOSAL
Trash and Recycling collection day for the Village of Saukville is Thursday - Friday on weeks when a Federally-recognized
holiday falls between Monday-Thursday and all municipal facilities are also closed. The following rules apply:
• Roll-out carts must be used. Any trash or recyclables placed curbside in any container other than the carts will not be
collected.
• Carts must be placed curbside by 7:00 a.m. on pick-up day.
• Carts must face the street as indicated by the arrow, be fully accessible, and be placed side by side with a minimum of three feet of
space between carts and/or obstacles.
• Recycle Collection - alternate Thursdays - collection dates can be found on the Village website, Time Warner Cable Access Channel 25,
at Village Hall and Oscar Grady Library.
• All recyclables can be placed in the same recycle cart.
• Carts are the property of Advanced Disposal and must remain at the property should you move.
• Electronic devices, such as computers, monitors, printers, TVs, Fax machines, photocopiers, VCR & DVD players, cannot be disposed of
in your household trash cart.
• Large Item Pick-up Service: You can arrange for special pick-up or take items to the drop-off site at 803 North River Road, West Bend.
There is a fee for large item disposal. Contact Advanced Disposal directly (800-387-0949) for prices and information.
• Contact Advanced Disposal for repair of cart damage. You must contact them directly at 800-387-0949.Department of Water & Wastewater 1600 Cottontail Lane
262-284-3185
ANNUAL QUALITY WATER REPORT IS AVAILABLE ON THE VILLAGE Automatic Withdrawal from Checking or Savings Account:
Your quarterly payment can be deducted automatically from your
WEBSITE - WATER DEPT. PAGE. HARD COPIES ARE AVAILABLE AT
selected account on the payment due date at no additional charge.
VILLAGE HALL AND OSCAR GRADY LIBRARY.
Go to the Village website (Village Services tab) to download a form
FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING - 2020 to sign up for automatic withdrawal. A payment plan can also be
The Saukville Water Department will be flushing hy- arranged if necessary. Contact Village Hall for more info.
drants throughout the Village Monday-Thursday, April
“SMALL” LEAKS CAN LEAD TO BIG WATER BILLS
27th - 30th and May 4th - 7th between 8:00 a.m. and
“Leaks can account for, on average, 10,000 gallons of
3:00 p.m. Any discoloration in your water is iron and is not harmful.
water wasted in the home every year - enough to fill a
Running your faucets for a short period of time after flushing in your
backyard swimming pool.” (source: U.S. Environmental
area is complete will clear the lines. If discoloration occurs, we rec- Protection Agency)
ommend that you do not do laundry. If you do laundry and your Each person uses about 80-100 gallons of water per day, according
clothes have a reddish appearance, DO NOT DRY THE CLOTHES; to the U.S. Geological Survey. If you can avoid wasting some of it
rather rewash in cold water to remove the discoloration. through common leaks, you can save money while doing something
CROSS CONNECTION CONTROL PROGRAM “green” for the environment. Most common leaks are easily re-
The Village's Cross Connection Control Inspection Pro- paired. If you’re not particularly handy yourself, you can call a
gram, managed by HydroCorp Inc. (HCI), is continuing in 2020. A plumber - it will be worth the expense in future water use savings.
cross connection is a direct or potential connection between any part Here are some tips on finding leaks:
of the public water supply system and a source of contamination or • Check your water meter before and after a two-hour period
pollution, i.e.: garden hose, dish washer, toilets, pools, lawn sprin- when no water is being used. If the meter does not read exact-
klers. This inspection action is necessary in order to reduce overall ly the same, you probably have a leak.
costs for compliance with DNR Regulation NR810.15. HydroCorp
will be contacting homeowners and businesses to arrange for an • Place a drop of food coloring in all toilet tanks. If the color
inspection. There is no cost for the inspection. Each inspection bleeds into the bowl within 20 minutes without flushing, you
takes less than 20 minutes on average for a home and 45 minutes have a leak in the tank. Leaks in toilets can double, or even
for a business. triple, overall water consumption by wasting thousands of gal-
lons a month. Leak detection kits are available at Village Hall.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Online Option: Via link on the Village website or at PLEASE NOTE: Know where your main shut-off valves are in
www.officialpayments.com - click on Local; Wisconsin; your residence or business and exercise them at least quar-
Saukville, Village of; utility payment; then enter amount of terly - they are your responsibility. There are usually two
payment and required information. There is a convenience fee of valves, typically located one above the meter and one below.
2.75% for credit card use and a flat fee of $2.75 for e-checks. Exercising them will allow you to turn off your water quickly
in the event of a water emergency.
Emergency Management - Severe Weather Info.
SIREN TESTING er in Wisconsin on Thursday, the drill will be postponed or can-
The Village warning siren system is tested at 1:00 p.m. the first Fri- celled. The drill will go on in all other conditions including non-
day of each month from April to November, weather conditions per- severe weather (clouds, rain, dark sky, scattered thunderstorms,
mitting. These tests are conducted in order to ensure that the sys- etc.). Wireless emergency alerts and other weather apps will not
tem is ready to go when severe weather arises. tone/push notify. Please reserve this time to practice your own tor-
nado and severe weather safety plans.
TORNADO & SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK
APRIL 13 - 17, 2020 SPRING FLOODING
According to the National Weather Service, Wisconsin averages 23 As the snow and ice melt and spring rains drench our area, rivers,
tornadoes annually, with most occurring in the 3 - 9 p.m. time frame. creeks, and wetlands may rise and overflow their banks flooding
The peak tornado season is May through August, with June having roads and recreation areas. Flood waters can carry hidden and
the greatest number of tornados. dangerous debris beneath the surface, as well as be contaminated
A Statewide Tornado Drill is planned for Thursday, April 16th. with road grime. Wading into or driving through flooded areas is
A mock tornado watch will be issued statewide by the National extremely dangerous. Just a little running water can sweep a per-
Weather Service at 1:00 p.m. followed by two statewide tornado son or a full sized vehicle away. Please avoid flooded areas…
warnings at 1:45 and 6:45 p.m. If there is a threat of severe weath- TURN AROUND - DON’T DROWN.LIBRARY HOURS:
Oscar Grady Library Mon-Thur: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.;
Sat.: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
151 South Main Street 262-284-6022
www.oscargradylibrary.org
OSCAR GRADY LIBRARY amazing activities, including a variety of special programs, story-
MISSION STATEMENT times, book discussion groups, recipe clubs, and more. Be our
The mission of the Oscar Grady Public Library guest and discover the joys of reading all summer long. The event
is to provide high interest, high demand materi- calendar and information will be available at the library, on the web-
als and make them readily available from the site, and on our Facebook page. Happily ever after starts here!
Library’s collection or through interlibrary loan.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
The Library supports lifelong learning, infor-
This free and ongoing early literacy program encourages families
mation and recreational needs for people of all ages and abilities. and caregivers to read 1,000 books aloud with their young children
Special emphasis is placed on stimulating children’s interests and before they enter Kindergarten. Any child from birth until he/she
appreciation for reading and learning. The integration of new starts kindergarten is eligible to register. Reading together helps
technology with traditional library resources is used to expand your child develop important pre-reading skills that provide a solid
service beyond the Library’s physical walls. reading foundation – a key to scholastic and learning success. Stop
The Oscar Grady Library is overseen by an eight-member Board by the Children’s Dept. to sign your child up!
of Trustees. The Library Director and the Library Board are guid-
ed by the State published Handbook for Wisconsin Public Library
ADULT PROGRAMS
Trustees and Chapter 43 of the Wisconsin State Statutes. Adult Recipe Club
First Tuesday Each Month, 6:00 p.m.
LIBRARY WEBSITE Calling all cookbook lovers & food enthusiasts! The library’s recipe
Visit the Oscar Grady website at www.oscargradylibrary.org for club is looking for members! Gourmet chef skills are not required-
a multitude of online services. You can search for information on it’s a great way to learn from others and share your best tips while
the many resources the library has available for children and testing out fun new recipes! Bring samples of your food and a copy
adults as well as order and renew items online. Or call the circu- of the recipe to share with the group. Registration is required for
lation desk with questions on library services and materials. participation.
DIGITAL MEDIAL CONVERSION LAB Adult Book Discussions & Online Book Discussions
The library’s Digital Media Lab provides all of the equipment and One Monday each month - a discussion on selected fiction and non-
training necessary to view and digitally preserve photographs, slides, fiction titles. Books are available for check-out at the circulation
and film. It is a high-functioning digital space and work room desk. For those who can’t make it to the library discussions, we
equipped with the necessary digital mechanics to process aging have an online book club designed to keep you up-to-date on past
photographic formats such as 35-mm photographic negatives, trans- and future book choices and dates for our discussions. Sign up at
parency slides, aging photographs, Super-8 mm Film, hand-held the circulation desk.
camcorder home videos (VHS-C), and it can up-convert home VHS
& DVD formats HD digital USB files. Contact the library for more Adult Story-time - Selected Fridays at 1:00 p.m.
information, to set up an appointment. This program will present a selection of short stories read by the
library staff, during an hour program to be conducted periodically in
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY ANNUAL SALE our location. The selection for the reading will come from items
May 11 to May 16 during library hours (tentative) available in our collection. The format will be set to be composed of
Hundreds of items for sale to benefit our programming. Books, 1 to 3 short stories of different nature and authors.
DVDs, CDs, Vinyl Albums and much more. Check After each story, participants will be encouraged to contribute their
www.oscargradylibrary.org for more information. thoughts and opinions on what it has been read if they will desire to
do so. Discussion of stories will be held in a respectful environment
MILWAUKEE PUBLIC ZOO PASSES to those participating.
The Oscar Grady Public Library has transferable passes to the Mil-
waukee Public Zoo. Passes can be checked out by patrons at the It Happened In Wisconsin!
circulation desk by any card holder within the Monarch Library Sys- Meeting the last Tuesday of each month.
tem. Patrons must have a valid library card. Calling all history buffs to join us for “It Happened in Wisconsin”, our
very own history club at the library dedicated to the history of our
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS state.
Summer Reading Program - Imagine Your Story Each month a subject will be discussed through a selected reading
Once upon a time in the Village of Saukville, there was list. Join us for an informative evening exploring many different his-
a library where the librarians were creating a magical torical events, while sharing opinions, information and anecdotes
summer reading program for all. The calendar is jam-packed with with others.Police Department 649 E. Green Bay Ave.
Non-Emergency 262-284-0444
LICENSE PLATES - VEHICLE REGISTRATION - SALVAGE VEHICLE CURFEW ORDINANCE
INSPECTIONS The Village of Saukville has an 11:00 p.m. curfew for minors under
The Saukville Police Department issues license plates and vehicle the age of 16 years. Parents will be held accountable for any van-
registration for passenger cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Service is dalism that their children do to Village property. Please know where
available Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Registration your children are and urge them to obey the Curfew Law.
requirements: signed title, release of lien paperwork (if applicable), BICYCLE LICENSING
and identification. Salvage vehicle inspections are done by appoint- For a $3.00 fee, the Police Department will issue a non-expiring
ment only. For more information, please call the Saukville Police bicycle license. Pick up a registration form at the Police Depart-
Department at 284-0444. ment. Village Ordinance requires all bicycles operated on Village
streets, alleys, or public highways be licensed.
MED-RETURN COLLECTION UNIT
Please do not discard old medications by flushing them down the BECOME A MEMBER OF THE POLICE RESERVES
toilet or throwing them in the trash. Save them in a safe place and The Village of Saukville Police Dept. is seeking dedicated individu-
bring them to the Saukville Police Department for proper disposal, als to become part of our Police Reserves team. For more infor-
Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Call the Po- mation, call the Saukville P.D. at 284-0444.
lice Dept. for guidelines and info on what is accepted for drop-off. SAUKVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT IS PART OF THE WISCONSIN
CRIME ALERT NETWORK (WCAN).
Fire Department
520 West Dekora Street
Non-Emergency 262-284-5800
NEW LEADERSHIP & COMMAND STAFF SPRING FLOODING
After serving the Village of Saukville for over 4 decades, long As the snow and ice thaw, and spring rains drench our area, rivers,
time Fire Chief Gilly Schultz retired in September 2019. In creeks and wetlands may rise and overflow their banks flooding
December 2019 Chief Thad Trinko assumed command of SFD. He roads and recreation areas. Flood waters can carry hidden and
comes to Saukville from Lake Havasu City, AZ with 44 plus years dangerous debris beneath the surface, as well as be contaminated
experience in the fire service and is excited to be a part of the SFD. with road grime. Please do not wade into, or drive through flooded
One of Chief Trinko’s first tasks was to promote a number of areas. It takes very little running water to sweep a person or a full
members to Command Staff positions that had been vacated due sized vehicle away. The road beneath any water, running or still,
to retirements, and members moving on to other opportunities. could be damaged or gone. Motor vehicles stalled in flood waters
Congratulations to Assistant Chief Jason Laabs, Captains Rickie leave occupants trapped in a very hazardous situation. Swift water
Gillson, Dan Kesner & Eric Paulus, Lieutenants Andrew rescues are extremely dangerous for both the citizens, and the first
Borgenhagen, Austin Koehler & Deana Laabs. responders. Please avoid flooded areas… TURN AROUND -
DON’T DROWN.
WHAT IF YOU HAD AN EMERGENCY… AND NOBODY CAME?
JOIN THE SFD TODAY! RECREATIONAL BURNING
Saukville Fire Department is hiring Paid-On-Call Firefighters and As spring turns into summer the Saukville Fire Department would
EMTs. Being a member of the SFD Team will give you a feeling of once again like to remind all Village residents to obey Village
community, gratification and pride. You will make new friendships, Ordinances regarding residential recreational burning. Violators
community connections and become a part of something bigger may receive a citation and/or bill for fire department services if we
than the gear you are issued and the equipment you ride on. respond to complaints of illegal burning.
While experience is not necessary to get started at Saukville Fire Residential Burning Ordinances:
Department, you will be expected to participate, and successfully §101-17 B(1)(a) Cooking grills designed and sized for normal
complete, the training necessary to perform this very specialized residential outdoor use will not be permitted to be used or stored
job in a safe and efficient manner. The SFD Command Staff will above the first story of any building, including on a balcony, raised
provide in-house training, and the Department will help you find the porch or platform. If you have a grill on a balcony please remove it.
necessary certification classes through area technical colleges and §101-17 B (1)(e) Recreational campfires in a covered or approved
other educational venues. The department will also provide tuition container or device requires written permit from the Fire Chief.
reimbursement when you have successfully completed and Permits are available at the Village office during normal business
received your certification for any approved training in both hours. Recreational campfire devices are not allowed on
firefighting and emergency medical service. combustible (wooden) decks. In-ground fire pits must be pre-
If you are interested, please stop at the fire department to get approved by the Fire Chief.
more information and an application. The application can also be Open Burn Permits can be obtained at Village Hall for a $20
found on the Village website, or you can pick one up at Village Hall. lifetime fee. Permit applications can be found on the Village
Questions? Call the Fire Dept. at 284-5800 - leave a message Website under the ‘Our Government’ tab.
there if no one is available.
HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY SPRING & SUMMER!• Respect: Honor the worth and dignity of all individuals.
Treat others the way you want to be treated. Act courteous-
ly, civilly, peaceably, and non-violently. Be tolerant and
accepting of differences.
• Responsibility: Be accountable for your words and ac-
tions. Exercise self-control. Strive for excellence and self-
The Port Washington-Saukville School District, City of Port Washington, improvement. Set a good example. Be self-reliant, prudent, proactive,
and the Village of Saukville unite in an exciting program developed to and hard-working.
promote character within each other and within the community...Stop • Fairness: Be consistent, open, and treat all people equitably. Consid-
and Think, Clarify Goals, Determine Facts, Develop Options, Consider er all sides and make decisions on the facts without favoritism or preju-
Consequences, Choose, Monitor, and Modify. Character Counts! dice. Play by the rules, avoid careless accusations, and don’t take un-
strengthens young lives through character education. It's a National due advantage of others.
Initiative in partnership with schools, communities, businesses and other • Caring: Show solidarity. Be kind, compassionate, empathetic, charita-
organizations helping millions of youth and adults develop universal ble, forgiving, and grateful.
values. The values that form the core of the Character Counts! Program • Citizenship: Obey laws in good faith. Do your share to improve the
are the Six Pillars of Character: well-being of fellow citizens and the community. Protect the environ-
ment, volunteer, participate in the process of democracy by staying in-
• Trustworthiness: Build trust and credibility with integrity, honesty, formed and voting.
promise-keeping, and loyalty.
For more info visit: pwsccc.org.
VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR WATER UTILITY SUPERINTENDENT
Dawn Wagner Dale Kropidlowski
DIRECTORY dwagner@village.saukville.wi.us dkropidlowski@village.saukville.wi.us
SAUKVILLE MUNICIPAL CENTER CLERK WASTEWATER UTILITY SUPERINTENDENT
& COMMUNITY ROOM Mary Kay Baumann Ray Hartmann
639 East Green Bay Avenue, Saukville mkbaumann@village.saukville.wi.us rhartmann@village.saukville.wi.us
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. M-F TREASURER PERMIT & INSPECTION DEPT.
262-284-9423 Vicki Lee / Maureen Hartjes Administered by:
262-284-9527 (Fax) vlee@village.saukville.wi.us Village of Grafton Inspection Dept.
villagehall@village.saukville.wi.us mhartjes@village.saukville.wi.us 860 Badger Circle, Grafton, WI 53024
P: 262-375-5305 F: 262-375-5312
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
POLICE DEPARTMENT Michelle Jaeger VOICE MAIL
649 East Green Bay Avenue, Saukville mjaeger@village.saukville.wi.us Voice Mail is available after hours and on weekends.
911 ( Emergency) Call 262-284-9423 with the following extensions:
262-284-0444 (Non-Emergency) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT/PLANNING
ComDev@village.saukville.wi.us Barbara Dickmann, President 1219
262-284-5404 (Fax) Dawn Wagner, Administrator 1211
POLICE CHIEF Mary Kay Baumann, Clerk 1212
VILLAGE BOARD Robert Meyer Vicki Lee, Treasurer 1213
Barbara Dickmann, President 262- 284-0310 rmeyer@village.saukville.wi.us Michelle Jaeger, Administrative Assistant 1214
bdickmann@village.saukville.wi.us EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR
Trustees: Sara deBruijn CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Sdebruijn-emd@village.saukville.wi.us 639 E. Green Bay Ave.
Richard Belling 262-284-9592
Saukville, WI 53080
rbelling@village.saukville.wi.us FIRE DEPARTMENT 262-268-1970
911 ( Emergency) exec@saukvillechamber.org
Scott Fischer 414-510-6622 262-284-5800 (Non-Emergency)
srfischer@village.saukville.wi.us www.saukvillechamber.org
FIRE CHIEF
Andy Hebein 414-975-8053 Thad Trinko STATE LEADERS
ahebein@village.saukville.wi.us ttrinko@village.saukville.wi.us
GOVERNOR TONY EVERS
David Maglio 414-659-5811 OSCAR GRADY LIBRARY 115 East, State Capitol, Madison, WI 53702
dkmaglio@village.saukville.wi.us 262-284-6022 608-266-1212
www.saukville.lib.wi.us www.wisgov.state.wi.us
Jim Nowlen 262-284-4813 LIBRARY DIRECTOR eversinfo@wisconsin.gov
jnowlen@village.saukville.wi.us Jen Gerber
jgerber@village.saukville.wi.us SENATOR DUEY STROEBEL
Trevor Seitz 414-617-3992 Room 20 South, State Capitol
tseitz@village.saukville.wi.us PUBLIC WORKS GARAGE P.O. Box 7882, Madison, WI 53707
262-284-0545 608-266-7513 or 800-662-1227
OZAUKEE COUNTY SUPERVISORS PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTENDENT Sen.Stroebel@legis.wisconsin.gov
Lee Schlenvogt, 4th District 262-284-5728 Raymond deBruijn
lschlenvogt@co.ozaukee.wi.us rdebruijn@village.saukville.wi.us REPRESENTATIVE ROBERT BROOKS
60th Assembly District
Donald Clark, District
5th 414-322-7319 WATER/WASTEWATER UTILITY Room 107 West, State Capitol
dclark@co.ozaukee.wi.us 262-284-3185
P.O. Box 8952, Madison, WI 53708
262-284-0444 (Emergency - P.D.)
Rep.Rob.Brooks@legis.wisconsin.gov
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