Neighbors Improve Quality of Life Through Associations Public Safety, Housing Improvements Among Reasons for Formation

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February 15, 2018 x oshkoshherald.com Volume 1, Issue 6 Inside Neighbors improve quality of life through associations Public safety, housing improvements among reasons for formation

By Tom Ekvall Snowy visit Herald contributor Terrell’s Island winter More than a dozen neighborhood wildlife explored associations are working toward enhanc- Page 3 ing the livability of their neighborhoods through a partnership with the City of Os- hkosh Planning Services Division and a UW evolution nonprofit organization known as Greater Oshkosh oversight of UWFV, Oshkosh — Healthy Neighborhoods Inc. Fond du Lac in the works (GO-HNI). The Healthy Neighborhoods move- Page 4 ment began about a decade ago in Oshkosh Photo by Tom Ekvall with a goal that you don’t have to move to The Middle Village Neighborhood Association formed in 2010 and developed a neighborhood live in a better neighborhood. Residents plan in 2013 that has shown visible results. Sports work together through forming an associ- These associations are formally rec- ects that strengthen their neighborhood High school roundup ation and taking on projects that support ognized by the Common Council and eli- and improve their homes. Page 8 their vision for the well-being of their area gible for city funds, as are residents living and improving the quality of life. in these neighborhoods, to undertake proj- See Neighbors on Page 3 Student’s Rental inspection policy performance awaits legislative update By McKenzie Konop “Not all landlords use intimidation, career finds Herald contributor but this has been an issue in the past,” City officials are weighing the poten- Palmeri said. “Some landlords have made magic touch tial impact of state legislation that has ad- tenants cancel appointments because they vanced to the Senate to limit rental prop- don’t want to pay for potential inspection RJ Lynch developed as magician erty inspections and modify Oshkosh’s costs.” with YouTube help at age 13 current program adopted last year. Oshkosh landlord John Sullivan said The Assembly bill passed Jan. 23 he doesn’t believe the policy was created Submitted photo By Collin Goeman would restrict local governments’ rental to benefit landlords or tenants and is just a Herald contributor RJ Lynch makes a goldfish disappear on a way to get extra money from them. Green Bay television show last March. inspections to blighted areas and locations with numerous complaints. If an inspec- “I disagree with the current rental RJ Lynch was just 13 when he began inspection policy be- making money by performing magic for has the natural ties to (Harry) Houdini be- tion doesn’t reveal violations or they are cause it is just a dis- thousands of people at a time. cause he’s from there,” Lynch said. “I want corrected within a month, inspectors could guised tax on landlords They may have been watching via com- to move it and show it can work other plac- not return to the property for five years and puter screen rather than live, but this expe- es.” inspection fees would be waived. and has not made any- rience set the stage for Lynch to go forward Lynch began his magic career at age City Manager Mark Rohloff has said a thing better for the ten- as a performing artist. 9 watching the Disney Channel with his planned inspection on about 14,000 rental ants they say need pro- “When I turned 13 I wasn’t very good cousin while growing up in Racine. Lynch properties over five years citywide would tecting,” Sullivan said. at magic, so I would only do it for a cam- said the movie “Now You See Me” initially ensure the residences are kept up to date “The current rental in- era. Then I thought, ‘Oh, I’ll start putting sparked his interest in magic tricks. on health and safety codes. spection policy is just “Me and my cousin Jackie would watch taxation without rep- tricks on YouTube,’” Lynch said. “I got a ton “The rental inspection ordinance was Rohloff of subscribers, like 1,000. So I was 13 and I the show, and show each other the tricks we designed to ensure that basic health and resentation. The City had learned,” Lynch said. “We were both was getting these checks from YouTube for safety regulations regarding rental housing of Oshkosh has never really horrible, but that’s the first time that like $100, and when you’re 13 that’s like, were being followed in Oshkosh,” Rohloff tried to work with landlords to improve the I did a trick.” woah!” said. “The quality of rental housing, par- properties ever since I have owned rental Lynch has made a name for himself in Lynch said despite his interest and property.” practice, it was hard for him to perform for ticularly in older areas of the city, and in the Fox Valley by bringing his dinner show, particular around UW-Oshkosh, had dete- Sullivan also contends the city does Now Serving Magic, to multiple restau- a crowd. not keep proper documentation when it “At that point I was like wishing I could riorated to the point where the Council felt rants in the Appleton area, and made his that something must be done to ensure that comes to violations discovered during the Oshkosh debut at Paloma Modern Mexi- perform to people, but I was too nervous, inspections. and that’s why it took me so long to get into this housing meets basic minimum stan- can on Valentine’s Day. “The City of Oshkosh is trying to say it,” Lynch said. dards for health and safety. The state Legis- Now Serving Magic is a three-course there are all these properties that are not Lynch said his first experience per- lature got involved and created a statewide dinner show that includes three different safe but they have very limited document- magicians. forming for a crowd wasn’t as a magician, restriction on how such a program was to but in a male beauty pageant spoof in high be administered.” ed safety violations,” Sullivan said. “Most Lynch said he is excited to try out his of what the City of Oshkosh publicly states show in Oshkosh after starting in Appleton, school. Beside the health and safety violations, “That was the first time I ever made Councilor Lori Palmeri said there have about rental property in Oshkosh is undoc- where there are deep roots in performing umented rhetoric meant to get sympathy magic. people laugh on stage,” Lynch said. “That been reports from tenants about “landlord “Bringing the show to Oshkosh will intimidation.” See Inspections on Page 5 See Magic touch on Page 2 be a little harder, just because Appleton Page 2 x oshkoshherald.com February 15, 2018 Oshkosh Defense wins $476M FMTV contract Oshkosh Herald has selected Oshkosh Defense as the win- Oshkosh Corp.’s Defense sector has ner of the FMTV A2 production contract,” been awarded a $476 million contract said Pat Williams, vice president and gen- to build the U.S. Army’s next generation eral manager of Army and Marine Corps of Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles programs at Oshkosh Defense. “With the (FMTV), the company announced last Oshkosh FMTV A2, our troops are get- week. ting the safest, most capable and reliable The U.S. Army Tank-automotive and FMTV this program has ever seen. We are Armaments Command (TACOM) Life fully prepared to build the next generation Cycle Management Command has award- fleet of exceptional, cost-effective FMTVs ed Oshkosh Defense a firm fixed price re- Submitted photo to serve our troops in future missions.” Oshkosh Defense will be manufacturing the next generation of the FMTV for the U.S. Army quirements contract spanning up to seven Oshkosh Defense has manufactured under a contract award announced last week. years for 16 configurations of the FMTV and sustained more than 150,000 tacti- A2 variant. There is no cap on the number cal wheeled vehicles for the DOD and its maintenance, training, sustainment and support, relief efforts, logistics and supply of vehicles the Army could purchase. allies. Oshkosh Defense was first awarded overall cost efficiency for our customer,” operations. “We are honored that the U.S. Army the FMTV contract in 2009 and has deliv- said Williams. “Oshkosh is ideally posi- “We have an exceptional team of pro- ered more than 36,000 FMTV trucks and tioned, given its engineering, manufactur- fessionals who delivered a world-class ef- trailers. ing and FMTV experience, to execute the fort to bring this program home to Osh- The large contract win for Oshkosh next generation FMTV A2 program, run- kosh, where it belongs,” said Williams. “We Defense follows a $6.7 billion production ning along the same warm production line are pleased to have been selected for this award to manufacture the Joint Light Tac- that has been building FMTVs for the last opportunity to continue to ensure that our tical Vehicle (JLTV). Last week the Army eight years.” troops get the best possible equipment to Contracting Command asked Oshkosh to 923 S. Main St. #C Oshkosh Defense submitted the complete their missions, and return home build 416 new JLTVs in a $106.3 million Oshkosh, WI 54902 FMTV A2 proposal in May in response safely.” order announced Friday, as well as 832 in- to the Army’s competitive request for pro- Oshkosh Defense is a leading provider General information stalled and packaged kits, as part of a con- posal that required bidders to validate and of tactical wheeled vehicles and life cycle Phone: 920-508-9000 tract first awarded in August 2015. produce an upgraded FMTV A2 fleet of ve- sustainment services, mobilizing military Website: www.oshkoshherald.com The DOD recognized Oshkosh De- hicles with improved payload, underbody and security forces with heavy, medium, fense with the Value Engineering Achieve- protection, ride quality, mobility, engine light and highly protected military vehicles. News tips and story ideas ment Award for improvements that result- power, electronics, diagnostics and other Some of the company’s advanced technol- [email protected] ed in millions of dollars in cost savings for safety enhancements. ogies and vehicle components include the the Army, as well as improved performance The future generation FMTV A2 to TAK-4 independent suspension system, Advertising and reliability. be manufactured by Oshkosh will be com- TerraMax unmanned ground vehicle solu- [email protected] “As the incumbent manufacturer, Os- posed of 16 models and associated trailers tions, Command Zone integrated control Chris Carns: 920-508-0030 hkosh’s FMTV A2 design features parts capable of carrying payloads ranging from and diagnostics, and ProPulse diesel elec- Dan McCord: 920-420-2024 commonality that results in streamlined 3 to 10 tons, and providing combat mission tric and on-board power systems.

Classified Advertising [email protected] think I was at least a little helpful in terms of ways shy and I had a stutter, so it helps a lot 920-508-9000 him starting his show; I’m so glad it’s going with presentation and giving a unique ex- Magic touch well.” perience. I’m not only an entrepreneur but All advertisements are subject to from Page 1 Brown said Lynch has grown as a ma- I’m a performer and a public speaker.” the applicable rate card, copies made me think: Maybe I’m funny even if I gician in the time they have known each Lynch said aside from being a student, of which are available from our don’t act, or sing or dance, and kind of got other, and is happy with his progress. his magic career is his most important out- Advertising department. All ads the gears turning.” “He was very new to magic when we let. are subject to approval before Lynch worked summers at French first met, and now, in a very short time, “For the last year I haven’t had a job, publication. Oshkosh Herald Woods, a performing arts camp in Han- he is a professional performing magician,” and I’ve only done magic. That’s when reserves the right to edit, refuse, cock, N.Y., where he conquered his perfor- Brown said. “It’s hard to explain the mas- I started doing my three-course dinner reject, classify or cancel any ad at mance anxiety. sive difference between our first meeting show,” Lynch said. “I wasn’t getting hired any time. Errors must be reported “They taught me how to use the little and where he is today; it’s really quite im- at a lot of restaurants, so I thought I should in the first day of publication. skills I had, like card tricks, into performing pressive.” make my own event that I would want to go Oshkosh Herald shall not be liable for hundreds of people rather than just per- Hartley said Lynch has been as much to, so I could show them that it can work.” for any loss or expense that results forming for a camera,” Lynch said. an influence on himself as he is for RJ. Lynch said he plans to relocate to New from an error in or omission of an French Woods is where Lynch met “We help each other out now sharing York after graduation and live with his advertisement. No refunds will be Eric Brown and Ben Hartley, two fel- our thoughts and ideas. He’s a great magi- friends, Brown and Hartley. given for early cancellation of an low magicians who quickly became close cian and I can see him going very far with “I haven’t decided whether I want to order. friends. Lynch said Brown was the one who it,” Hartley said. “RJ as a person has always look for consulting jobs on the side yet, or inspired him to bring a three-course dinner been a bubbly, kind and great guy. He is just go with my magic,” Lynch said. “My ul- Publisher show to Oshkosh. also very good with the business side of timate goal would be to run a PR firm, slash Karen Schneider, 920-858-6407 “Eric had a show called Taste of Mag- things. And having done the magic, I can marketing firm slash entertainment agency [email protected] ic, and I thought it was super cool,” Lynch see having his business mind has helped that would all work together to promote with it too.” entertainers.” Editor said. “We talked a lot about me doing a Lynch is a communications student at Hartley said Lynch stands out from Dan Roherty, 920-508-0027 similar show, because I had never heard of UW-Oshkosh and said his education has other magicians, especially in the Fox Val- [email protected] anything like that back home.” Brown said he was happy to help opened the door for other opportunities, ley area. Corrections: Lynch bring his own version of the show to such as having a TEDx talk, as well as giv- “To have someone who’s from Wiscon- It is the policy of the Oshkosh Oshkosh. ing a presentation at Carthage College on sin. still young and a magician that’s really Herald to correct all errors of fact. “I wonder where he got an idea for magic and psychology. good at his art that has already done a lot For correction information, call something like that,” Brown said wryly. “RJ “I use these skills all the time to help with it, I believe makes him stand out and

andHickey Roofing I talked quite a bit about this. I’d like to my public speaking,” Lynch said. “I was al- will bring him much success.” Hartley said. Revised- 3 920-508-9000. February 5 2007

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The bird sat motionless and overgrown shrubs that quickly estab- as I walked along the looping trail that tra- lished themselves along the breakwall were verses out into Lake Butte des Morts and removed, the entire length graveled and lev- back again toward a wooded point. eled, and a bridge was constructed over an Terrell’s Island is a favored destination opening in the structure near the gate. during all four seasons for many in the Osh- All of these efforts have made the desti- kosh area, close to home, convenient and a nation a hotspot for outdoor lovers, birders spectacular place to become immersed in and others who find welcome peace and nat- the wild. ural beauty close to home. A three-mile breakwall trail extends During winter, hiking along the break- well out into the lake, providing breathtak- wall is an exhilarating adventure, with sight- ing views from all vantage points as well as ings of bald eagles, hawks, snow buntings, excellent opportunities to view water birds even angelic snowy owls possible. Snowshoeing the looping breakwall and wildlife year-round. Photo by Rob Zimmer As winter comes to a close, the break- trail, as well as the additional wooded trails Winter visitors to Terrell’s Island may spot the elusive and elegant snowy owl perched upon the and out onto the frozen surface of the lake is wall is largely snow-free, as it has been much shoreline rocks. of this season this far. Winds sweeping across a beautiful way to spend a crisp winter day. Butte des Morts drift snow into beautiful encourage native aquatic and semi-aquatic provided everything a pelican could ask for. Soon the sounds of spring will return formations along the edge of the limestone plants that would provide cover and shelter Large numbers of breeding pelicans to Terrell’s Island as Canada geese, sandhill pathway, across the vast expanse of clear ice. among the low-lying island nesting areas. and accompanying cormorants denuded the cranes and other wetland birds return with Owned and maintained by the local Before the restoration was able to ful- newly established islands, making them un- ice out and their voices fill the air. Butte des Morts Conservation Club, Ter- ly take hold, however, Mother Nature had usable by the target waterfowl species they Until then, get out and explore this trea- rell’s Island began as a waterfowl restoration plans of her own for this newly created were designed to attract. sured shoreline paradise. project, designed with a series of nesting wetland paradise. 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Help is together on common issues, share resourc- vertise meetings or events delivered to all As part of the city’s Strategic Plan and available through Shelly Reinke es and interact with city staff. residents. its “Strengthen Neighborhoods” section, at GO-HNI or the City Planning The city first partnered with Neigh- For the Middle Village Neighborhood neighborhood associations are recognized Services Division. She can be borWorks and its Badgerland chapter, a Association, it meant a yearlong process for providing such benefits as coordinating reached at 230-2717 or at shelly@ national organization promoting healthy in 2013 to develop a Neighborhood Plan and hosting community events, communi- gohni.org. The city Planning neighborhoods and affordable housing, to in partnership with the City Planning Ser- ty service events, and providing a mediat- Services Division can be reached help with organizing work, communica- vices Division within the Urban Develop- ing role between neighborhood residents at 236-5059 or at planning@ tions and development of neighborhood ment Department. The top three issues and city staff. ci.oshkosh.wi.us. Members of the project activities. Today that work is done Oshkosh Healthy Neighborhood identified by residents were property con- Residents here have a sense of commu- by GO-HNI, which formed in 2016 and Alliance can also help with the ditions, safety/crime and landlord involve- nity, identifying with the neighborhood, receives funding support through the city. process. ment, along with the need to attract new feeling connected and being supportive of Shelly Reinke is program coordinator homeowners with a desire to invest in the one another as well as being willing and for GO-HNI and served in that capacity She said the neighborhood association neighborhood’s future. able to work together for the common with NeighborWorks as well as working As to neighborhood assets, residents good. formed over concerns about crime in the for the city on an interim basis when the neighborhood, blight, a desire for public in the planning process cited close proximi- “We have 15 recognized neighborhood NeighborWorks partnership ended and the ty to the downtown, friendly neighbors and associations,” said Darryn Burich, director improvements, and a desire to encourage GO-HNI nonprofit group formed. home ownership as the area experienced historic character of the area. of Planning Services with the Urban De- Wiley said planning for a neighbor- Since approval of the neighborhood increasing rental housing development. velopment Department, who said he would hood must always involve the most import- plan by the city in 2014, Middle Village “We wanted to get residents engaged in the like to see more neighborhood groups orga- ant people in the process – its residents and has eliminated three vacant and blighted future of the neighborhood,” she said. “It nizing, especially on the south side. In 2017, property owners. homes and purchased a vacant lot for green was time to stop the bleeding (turnover of the Sacred Heart Neighborhood Associa- One of the first neighborhoods to be space; took a traffic survey in response to residents moving elsewhere)”. tion formed the first group in that area. The recognized by the Council and engaged residents’ concerns with speeding; devel- Since formation of the neighborhood Congress Field Neighborhood Association in neighborhood planning activities is the oped Project Safe Passage to deal with is- association, the group has experienced a also was established last year. Middle Village Neighborhood Association, sues associated with the Downtown Pub The focus by the city on neighborhood which is bounded by Church Avenue, Jack- healthy transformation. Crawl; and developed affordable housing strengthening is Our Neighborhoods En- son Street, West Irving Avenue and North “We are seeing younger families mov- initiatives. gage (ONE Oshkosh), which brings togeth- Main Street. The group formed in 2010 being back into the neighborhood,” she said. Other neighborhood associations that er public and private resources to invest in gan the neighborhood planning process in “We are taking our neighborhood back.” have completed a plan include the Millers neighborhoods through property improve- 2013. Palmeri said the organizers of the Bay Neighborhood, Stevens Park Neigh- ments and stronger relations among neigh- The resident-led neighborhood plan- neighborhood association wanted to go borhood and the River East Neighbor- bors. Burich said he is excited about what ning process is a component of the city’s beyond being just a Neighborhood Watch hood. residents have been able to accomplish to Healthy Neighborhood Initiative and es- group, a program through the Oshkosh Po- The city’s process for neighborhood strengthen their neighborhoods through tablished in the ONE Oshkosh Strategic lice Department. group recognition involves organizing and working together to deal with issues, such Plan. One resident who lives on Frederick holding at least one general meeting and as public safety, neighborliness, blight elim- Wiley said the four elements that are Street said he purchased a home in May one neighborhood-wide activity, establish- ination, public improvements and afford- key to a healthy neighborhood include im- because “he was excited by revitalization ing a set of bylaws, election of officers, vol- able housing development. age, market, physical conditions and neigh- activities taking place here,” adding that he untary participation, description of neigh- Posted on a sign at the entrance to the borhood management. Neighborhood had lived in the neighborhood as a child borhood boundaries, and formal request to Planning Services Division at City Hall is management deals with the leadership until moving with his family to Omro. the Council to be recognized. the ONE Oshkosh vision statement that of residents to become involved in their “It’s a lot nicer now,” he said, “and I Neighborhood groups are eligible for a states, “Oshkosh neighborhoods are desir- neighborhoods. have gotten to know my neighbors.” $1,000 grant from the city to help with or- able places to live” and that its mission is “to Council member Lori Palmeri was Wiley noted that while a single issue ganization expenses. They can also partici- strengthen neighborhoods throughout the active in the formation of the Middle Park may be the sparkplug for getting residents pate in other city-funded programs dealing community for the benefit of all residents Neighborhood Association and served as interested in working together — crime, di- with revitalization. Recognition opportu- at any income level.” a coordinator for the Neighborhood Plan lapidated housing, lack of certain amenities nities are open to any neighborhood, but Burich said his division has two assis- Work Group, which included residents, — it is important for associations to focus homeowner associations with mandatory tant planners, Steve Wiley and Alexa Naud- landlords and a representative of Christ on broader issues that can create or main- participation and dues requirements are ziunas, who devote much of their time as Lutheran Church. She said her concerns tain a healthy neighborhood. He said some excluded. staff liaisons to neighborhoods, providing for the neighborhood were instrumental in associations are more active than other Wiley said groups have used the $1,000 technical support and information to the her later running for the Council. Palmeri groups, often dependent on the continuing grants for brochures, food for community groups and the Oshkosh Healthy Neigh- serves as the Council liaison to the Osh- leadership of those organizing the neigh- events, and holding a picnic, block party or borhood Alliance, which is a board commit- kosh Healthy Neighborhood Alliance. borhoods as well as that of new emerging cleanup day. Page 4 x oshkoshherald.com February 15, 2018 Realignment puts UWs in tighter regional orbit Fox Valley, Fond du Lac campuses ers through more flexible schedules that and envisioning the future,” Rudd said. “They’re change warriors,” Leavitt said accommodate work and family schedules “Our faculty, staff and students from UW- of the many individuals who have respond- will share UW-Oshkosh alliance for that demographic. Fond du Lac and UW-Fox Valley are step- ed more than once to university shakeups By Dan Roherty “A real potential for us and a skill set ping forward to serve on these work groups on one level or another. Oshkosh Herald that is brought by the two-year campuses is with colleagues from UW Oshkosh.” The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel report- adult education,” Leavitt said. Rudd said that combining three cam- ed last week that UW System President Ray With the restructuring of University of UW Colleges Online, considered a puses from different sectors, resolving op- Cross had advanced the realignment move Wisconsin campuses into integrated clus- 14th campus, will play a growing role in erational differences and creating shared without the input of campus governance ters around the state, UW-Oshkosh’s alli- that process. Each institution would offer common practices and policies are just groups, UW Madison faculty or the leader- ance with UW-Fox Valley and UW-Fond its own online associate of arts and science three of the challenges faced by the restruc- ship of the 13 two-year campuses while it du Lac will build on an already strong rela- (AAS) degree program while coordinated turing and joining. was being outlined to state legislators. tionship among the three schools. at the system level. Oshkosh’s expansion “But opportu- Leavitt said financial considerations Pushed by changing demographics into AAS programs would be part of its nities like these are are primarily the responsibility of the re- and declining enrollment in the UW Sys- oversight with the other two campuses. bringing out the best gents, who are directing the unwinding of tem statewide, the Board of Regents is Leavitt said UWO will be assigned in collaborative ideas the system while maintaining its financial mandating a new alignment of the campus- those two campuses starting July 1 and to better serve our re- stability. Leavitt said his focus through es this year that will try to deal with those the Higher Learning Commission, which gion’s students,” he UWO is to assure the good-faith efforts challenges in a way that assures the future has regional accreditation responsibilities said. they will bring to the ongoing process for health of two- and four-year institutions for post-secondary education institutions “Faculty, staff and their now-tighter partners. through streamlined degree programs and in the central United States, will designate students who oth- “I’ve actually explicitly asked the fac- their administration. UW-Oshkosh as the accredited institution ulty and staff on these campuses for their erwise may not ever Rudd “All of the UWs overseeing UW-Fox Valley and UW Fond have met or collabo- trust,” he said. “And they’re meeting me in are experiencing en- du Lac. rated professionally a friendly manner.” rollment declines, in- Leavitt said the three campuses are are reaching out to each other and talking Leavitt was involved in similar restruc- cluding us, and they are in closer proximity than most other state about the future of education in our Lake turing efforts involving two- and four-year certainly felt first and groupings and share the Fox Valley’s Inter- Winnebago region. Student leaders are institutions as an administrator at the Uni- foremost at the two- state 41 corridor. “We will be able to extend reaching across campuses and working to- versity of West Georgia, where he found year college campus- our influence and our reach into these very gether on projects. Through all of this, the out what made for a successful joining of es,” said UW-Oshkosh important communities,” he said. UW Oshkosh faculty and staff have been campuses as well as what kinds of things Chancellor Andrew UWFV is already Oshkosh’s main stu- open and welcoming to our campus com- to avoid in the process. He said it’s critical, for example, to assure the three campuses’ Leavitt. “That’s partly Leavitt dent transfer school, with UW-Fond du Lac munities.” due because we have also generating a steady supply of transfers Rudd credited Leavitt and his leader- buildings and properties stay strong for the such a good economy as it has since starting out as a branch cam- ship team for regularly visiting the UW- counties that invest in them. right now. And there are a lot of students pus of UWO. Fond du Lac and UWFV campuses and The campuses will retain their separate foundations to raise money for efforts relat- that are opting not to go to college at all.” Leavitt said people won’t see any imme- hosting open forums, answering questions ed to the merger, keeping UWO’s current Fox Valley and Fond du Lac campus diate change in operations or offerings but and encouraging dialogue. foundation struggles somewhat isolated in enrollments are down about 30 percent more a gradual shift that will extend years “Culture and identity — this is the the process, while Leavitt plans to actively over the past five years, and UWO is also down the road. He wants to assure the pub- No. 1 issue to a successful joining, is to get join with the other two campuses in help- seeing about 10-15 percent fewer students lic of the ongoing stability of the campuses the culture and identity right,” Leavitt said. ing them with any realignment funding during that period while looking to close as they continue business as usual. “And all the rest of this stuff is nuts and needs in the long term. a $9.5 million budget deficit over the next “We want people to continue to apply bolts. These are the true relationships that “Wisconsin has a very long and proud two years. Regional technical colleges are and come to these two great two-year cam- you have to build not only within the uni- tradition of shared governance, so it’s im- also not immune to recent enrollment puses,” he said. “We are open for business versity but outside of the university with portant that we involve our faculty, staff drops. and both (UWFV and UW-Fond du Lac) the local communities.” and students in the decisions that we make, Leavitt said the overriding goal of their are doing very well. Laurie Krasin, regional director of and these governance structures are going group’s multileveled realignment plan is in “What we’re concerned about is that communications for the UW Colleges to change as a result of this restructuring,” gradually creating one regional institution people will see this as confusion. You ap- Northeast Region, leads the restructuring Leavitt said. — “three campuses, one university” — not proach this fall as you would any other fall. team’s Culture and Identity initiative. He said they will now have to figure a main campus with satellite facilities. If you’re interested in two-year college edu- Leavitt said early questions that arose out how to maintain those important gov- He said each location will develop a cation, that’s the place to apply.” from those working at the three campuses ernance structures with the pending alli- niche or existing regional specialty that Showing an organizational chart that ranged from organizational to personal. ance changes. they serve while retaining the overriding defines more than 50 areas of interest po- “How are we going to be able to stan- “We have a lot of great roots,” Leavitt UW education mission. tentially affected by the restructuring, with dardize curriculum, are we going to stan- said. “We have a tremendous relationship “This is a tremendous opportunity anywhere from 10 to 15 people working on dardize curriculum, what about our calen- with the faculty and staff on these campuses. for us, and the region,” Leavitt said. “We each of them, Leavitt said the university’s dars,” he said were some of the concerns. This predates me — it’s been around forever are bringing on two very strong campus- administration is casting a wide net to catch “How is it going to impact the workload of because we’ve always worked together.” es. They have great faculty staff cultures, all the opportunities that can be found with individuals on this campus?” With no actual ground being broken they’ve got robust student populations and such a move. Two-year campuses initially were con- or construction barriers to be found with they’re ensconced in terrific communities.” Martin Rudd, regional dean of the Fox, cerned with the possibility of job reduc- this type of restructuring, students and oth- Some of the traditional distinctions Fond du Lac and Manitowoc campuses, is tions, but Leavitt said that is not the intent er campus interests will only be seeing the between two-year and four-year universi- UWO’s strategy officer for the UW System and wouldn’t be a part of the restructuring changes in small pieces within curriculum ties will begin to fade over time as Fox Val- Restructuring Steering Committee on re- process. options and evolving degree opportunities. ley and Fond du Lac start to pick up spe- porting progress and issues to the regents. “We’re not going to design a new uni- UWO officials don’t want the general pub- cific bachelor’s degree curriculums while He will represent the work groups for the versity that cuts people out,” he said. lic to approach the campuses any differently Oshkosh adds more focus to the needs of three campuses in reporting to the steering The two-year campuses went through than they have from semester to semester. the older student, where two-year campus- committee. a regionalization process just two years ago “It’s going to take many years for this es have offered the most expertise. “As we move forward, more than 40 re- that created four regional clusters from the restructuring to actually set in and fully de- UWO will be looking at ways to be- structuring work groups will be looking at 13 institutions and already required lean ef- velop,” Leavitt said. “… Five years from now come even more accessible to adult learn- a wide range of processes, finding solutions ficiencies to implement. it will be as if we were never separated.” Welcome Dr. Donthamsetti Superintendent candidate meet-and-greets scheduled New Patients Welcome! Community residents are invited to ists on Feb. 15 meet with finalists for the Oshkosh Area The sessions are scheduled from 5:15 School District superintendent position at to 6:15 p.m. in the Perry Tipler Middle Eye Exams a candidate meet-and-greet session Feb. 20 School Media Center at 325 S. Eagle St. and 21. The board is scheduled to discuss final Candidates will be available to meet candidate selection Feb. 21. The goal is to Cataract Evaluation & Surgery with attendees and answer questions. At- hire the district’s next leader by March. tendees will be encouraged to complete Superintendent Stan Mack II an- Glaucoma Evals & treatment candidate impression forms and share nounced his retirement in May; his last day opinions with a member of the Board of is set for June 30. Macular Degeneration Education during the sessions. Additional Ray and Associates contacted 1,136 Dr. Vikrant Donthamsetti candidate information and details will be people representing all 50 states. Of those shared as the search process progresses. contacted, 61 completed the applica- LASIK Under the direction of search firm Ray tion process. The top candidates after the & Associates, the Board of Education met screenings were given a comprehensive OptiVision 5 Feb. 5 to narrow down the pool of candi- interview by an associate of Ray and As- Eye Care 503 Doctors Court dates to seven, who were interviewed this sociates. The 10 top candidates were from week. The board will decide upon the final- Florida, Virginia and Wisconsin. February 15, 2018 oshkoshherald.com x Page 5 Singer Gladys Knight in concert at arena Seven-time Grammy winner Gladys Knight will appear Feb. 24 at Menominee Nation Arena. Known as the “Empress of Soul,” Knight debuted her first album with Glad- ys Knight & the Pips at age 16. They turned out steady hits with songs like “I Heard It Through the Grapevine” and “Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me,” but it was the No. 1 smash “Midnight Train to Georgia” that established the group as a worldwide Presented by sensation. The star of pop, gospel, R&B and soul has recorded more than 38 albums, including four solo albums in the last decade. She earned her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1995, and the following year, Gladys Knight & the Pips were inducted Submitted photo into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Gladys Knight takes the stage Feb. 24 at the The Pips were presented with the Life- Menominee Nation Arena. Saturday, April 28, 2018 time Achievement Award from the Rhythm tion, and the Boys and Girls Club. “I’ve said & Blues Hall of Fame. In 2004, Knight re- all along that entertainment would be a big Best Western Premier Waterfront Hotel ceived the Lifetime Achievement Award at part of our operation,” said Greg Pierce, & Convention Center the annual BET Awards ceremony. arena managing general partner. “Adding A humanitarian and philanthropist, Gladys Knight to our schedule shows our Knight is devoted to various causes, includ- commitment to providing first-class enter- WineFeast Reservations Include: ing the American Diabetes Association tainment in our venue.” – she is a national spokesperson — the Tickets to the 7:30 p.m. performance Cellar Select 5-8 p.m. | Night Cap 8-10 p.m. American Cancer Society, the Minority are available at the Menominee Nation AIDS Project, amFAR and Crisis Interven- Arena box office or online. Cellar Select is a fine wine and five course dinner experience with a short program, live auction and an opportunity to socialize Talent Takeoff Hiring Event keys on flight with familiar faces in a relaxing environment. The inaugural Talent Takeoff Hiring dents and aerospace/aviation manufacturers Event set for this weekend is one of several to help bridge the jobs gap in the industry. Night Cap is a private post dinner event open to Cellar Select initiatives underway to support Wisconsin’s Wisconsin has more than 300 compa- guests only. Sample wine, brews and appetizers from area growing aviation and aerospace industry, nies with ties to the aerospace sector, in- restaurants, listen to smooth jazz sounds, purchase delicious which employs more than 24,000 people na- cluding more than 140 suppliers to Boeing. raffle items and bid on over 50 silent auction items. tionwide and generates nearly $7 billion in From 2001 to 2011, the number of jobs in annual economic activity. aerospace parts and product manufacturing The Menominee Nation Arena will in Wisconsin increased almost 57 percent. Reservations available at: host students from area post-secondary Event partners include the Greater schools for the first Talent Takeoff Hiring Oshkosh EDC, City of Oshkosh, Oshkosh Boys & Girls Club of Oshkosh • 501 East Parkway Ave. Event from 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 17. 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dent Donn Lord said the city needs to include all parties involved on decisions per- Inspections taining to rental inspections. from Page 1 Dinner “The whole program is so flawed it Event Sponsor Cellar Select Great Futures for their discriminatory practices.” should be scrapped and redesigned with Start Here Rohloff, who attended the Jan. 3 As- input from all stakeholders (including rent- sembly hearing about amending the policy, ers and providers),” Lord said. “This pro- said the status of the legislation’s final ver- gram was imposed with little input from sion remains unclear. those in the rental community. If they had Wine Mission Moment Live Auction “We explained to the Assembly com- worked with the rental community rather Night Cap than against it perhaps a greater percentage mittee our experience and why we feel that Associated Bank inspections should continue,” Rohloff said. of renters would have allowed inspectors & Associated “We also explained that we do not need to into their homes than the 8 to 10 percent FinancialArt Groupron that did.” Entertainment have a citywide inspection program, but Silent Auction Glass rather focus on areas that have a history of Rohloff said there wasn’t a group of Venue deteriorating housing.” landlords representing a cohesive voice Keying on certain housing units would for the city to work with. He still believes help better those areas around the neigh- the end results of amending the program Raffle Champagne borhood, Rohloff said. would be beneficial to the community Wine Raffle Pub Table “There are many areas of the city that while forming the policy. we do not see any need to have an inspec- “Whatever the state does, we’re all go- tion program,” he said. “This will enable us ing to have to work together on this,” he to focus on the area that needs fixing. The said, while continuing to hold bad land- Community Guest Experience Partner Publicity amended bill will also allow rental units lords accountable. Media “If we can focus on problem areas that have a clean inspection, or correct Beer Sponsor: Lee Beverage and allow responsible landlords to easily identified problems within a 30-day peri- Salute the Kids Sponsors: Caliber Law, S.C., Castle Pierce, od, from not having another inspection for correct minor problems, I think that our Continental Girbau, OEC Graphics, Sadoff E-Recycling & Data Destruction eight years. This will give our inspections inspection program will help achieve its staff reason to focus only on those proper- stated goal of improving the overall hous- ties that have clear violations and are not ing stock of the city and protect our older neighborhoods,” he said. “We are hopeful All WineFeast correcting them in a timely manner.” proceeds benefit: Even with revision of the program, that the final product is something that we Winnebago Apartment Association presi- can work with.” Page 6 x oshkoshherald.com February 15, 2018

Jon Community news briefs past and present, for making the depart- of stomach pain, severe vomiting and di- Doemel Worker training grants ment what it is today and thanked his fami- arrhea. The most effective way to stop the Oshkosh Chamber awarded to area firms ly for their sacrifices and support during his spread of the norovirus and other gastroin- president The Fox Valley Workforce Develop- tenure. testinal illnesses is by effective handwash- ment Board will receive two state Depart- ing and hygiene and staying home if symp- ment of Workforce Development Fast For- Oshkosh Corp. named toms are present. ward Grants valued at more than $300,000 Signs have been posted across cam- Unwarranted to train 60 workers in manufacturing fun- to Most Admired list pus alerting the campus community about damentals and press brake operations in Oshkosh Corp. has been recognized proper care and sanitization needs. fees mar rental the region. as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired People experiencing persistent, severe The Workforce Development Board Companies, one of 330 companies to vomiting or diarrhea are asked to go to the inspections partnered with eight different companies achieve this honor as ranked by industry Student Health Center, a health care pro- on the two grants and named Fox Valley peers. vider or an emergency health care facility. The rental inspection program has Technical College as their education pro- Oshkosh Corp. ranked fourth in the Campus officials are asking faculty, been a hot button issue for Oshkosh. The vider for all training. The announcement Construction and Farm Machinery catego- staff and students to self-report if symp- Chamber took quite a bit of heat for our was made by Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleef- ry. This is the first time it has received this toms are present. Dining Services offers a position on this program. ish and DWD Secretary Ray Allen at a press prestigious award and is one of only five sick tray option for students who rely on Yes, the Chamber was against the conference Feb. 6 at Jay Manufacturing in Wisconsin-based companies named. campus food services. rental inspection program, but not because Oshkosh. Fortune collaborated with partner we support unethical business practices. The Mechanical Fundamentals Grant Korn Ferry on a survey of corporate rep- Northeast residential, We were against it because we are against is a $200,000 award to train 36 employees utation and began with about 1,500 can- commercial project set unethical fees. to repair mechanical equipment in an in- didates, including the 1,000 largest U.S. I am not against the beautification dustrial setting. Companies partnering in companies ranked by revenue, along with Anchorage Realty recently announced of Oshkosh. I agree that some properties the grant will be Gusmer Enterprises and non-U.S. companies in Fortune’s Glob- the availability of new residential town- have become run down. I do not condone Waupaca Foundry in Waupaca, Hoffmaster al 500 database that have revenues of $10 homes, self-storage units and commercial the idea of a “slumlord” and would like Creative in Oshkosh, Creative Converting billion or more. The top-rated companies contractor rental space on the northeast nothing better than to improve the quality in Clintonville and JM Smucker in Ripon. were picked from a pool of 680; the exec- side of town. The two six-unit townhomes of life for our citizens. This program is A Press Brake Grant for $110,194 will utives who voted work at the companies in are at 2525 and 2601 Bowen St. simply for cosmetics. train 24 employees in the operation of a that group. When the company’s Anchorage Cen- If it accomplished safety protocol for press brake, used to keep production costs To determine the best-regarded com- ter burned down in November 2015, Pres- rentals, I would be the largest supporter competitive. Companies partnering in the panies in 52 industries, Korn Ferry asked ident Russ Williams said it was decided for this program. If it could check to make grant are Jay Manufacturing, Muza Metal executives, directors and analysts to rate to rezone the property for mixed residen- sure windows opened, gas didn’t leak, Products and SMC Metal Fabricators, all of enterprises in their own industry on nine tial-commercial use. mold wasn’t affecting tenant health, and Oshkosh. criteria, including investment value, quali- Windward Townhomes are available all safety alarms were working, I would ty of management and products, social re- now for rent along with 54 new self-storage champion this. sponsibility and ability to attract talent. A units, and 6,500 square feet of heated con- Oshkosh fire chief Franz company’s score must rank in the top half tractor warehouse space on the adjacent Most of these inspections have been retiring after 17 years of its industry survey to be listed. property on Leeward Court West, about a made from the perimeter of the dwelling block behind the new residential units. at a cost of $145 per unit that includes a Oshkosh Fire Chief Tim Franz has an- Each townhome features three bed- $100 trip charge by the inspector. In a few nounced his retirement after 17 years in the Norovirus taking its toll rooms and two full baths; one of the three instances, a $100 trip charge was assessed position and 32 with the department. on UW-Oshkosh campus bedrooms is located on the ground floor. even though the inspector had just walked He informed the Police and Fire Com- mission of his decision and plans to retire at The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh A landscaping project will commence in next door. the beginning of June. campus is dealing with a growing number spring with flowering trees, shrubs, lawns, These fees could amass to a stagger- In his retirement letter, Franz thanked of cases of the highly contagious norovirus. new sidewalks and lighting installed. ing $1.5 million tax increase. That’s $1.5 the commission and city for giving him the As of Monday, more than 300 people had The self-storage and commercial space million that will not go to fixing a window, opportunity to serve in “one of the best fire self-reported norovirus-like symptoms. features a security camera system, and An- stopping a leak or cleaning mold. I assume departments in the state and country.” He Most of them live in residence halls. chorage’s new management office is on-site there are properties with code violations also thanked Fire Department members, Norovirus can cause the sudden onset at 610 Leeward Court West. that need to be fixed. There is a resource that residents can rely on to ensure their homes are safe. There are already inspectors who can come Battle on Bago winter edition coming Feb. 23-24 out and ensure that rentals are up to code. The Midwest’s largest ice fishing tour- then from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 24. A kickoff tle on Bago embody the mission statement This service is already provided on a com- nament returns to lakes Winnebago, Butte party will be held Feb. 22 starting at 5:30 of the event: “For Kids and Conservation.” plaint basis and covered by the city since it des Morts, Winneconne and Poygan on p.m. at the Menominee Nation Arena. Tournament officials said it has generated effects residents’ overall health. Feb. 23 and 24 based at Menominee Park Fish may be taken with tip-ups or by net proceeds of nearly $500,000. Tenants also have a responsibility to in Oshkosh. rod and reel. There is no age requirement Participants don’t have to fish to join maintain the properties that they rent. The 11th annual Battle on Bago is -ex on participation. Cash prizes will be deter- the event. Go to www.battleonbago.org for pecting to bounce back after warm weath- mined by the weight of a single registered details and contest rules. They must upkeep their own residency er forced cancellation of the 2017 tour- fish and by the earliest time in the case of a within reason. The blame does not neces- nament. More than $275,000 in cash and duplicate weight. sarily rest solely on the property owner. prizes will be given away to the thousands Battle on Bago was created in 2007 by There are many respectable property of participating anglers. a group of five Oshkosh Southwest Rotari- owners in Oshkosh, many of whom are The tournament opens at 6 a.m. Feb. ans to support area youth and conservation Chamber members. We had their back in 23 with ticket sales ending at that time. efforts throughout the state. this. We supported their efforts to fight the Scales are open from 4 to 8 p.m. that day, Beneficiaries receiving funds from Bat- inspection program. Cosmetics are important. We must maintain an image of a clean and beautiful city. We should be doing that through incentives, not unjust inspection fees, whether the property is run down or pristine. Look at all the neighborhood asso- Boutique Slime ciations that have become more active Only $9 plus shipping as of late. Let them take the lead. Give people the resources to better their own lives. Who knows, if you let them initiate the process they might even let you in to inspect the property. If you want to raise revenue, use the process that is already in place. Let more people know about your rental service, encourage them to have them initiate the inspection, and fine the abusers and force them to fix the issues. Do not punish those who are doing it right. Visit us at mercari.com/u/396604045 Legislation is on the way to fix this. I or FuntasticSlimeCo on hope we can get it right this time around. February 15, 2018 oshkoshherald.com x Page 7 Fundraisers Mentoring conference slated Cultivating Your Career, part of the Strategies. Brian Davidson of Farmer’s In- homes and other ministries of Asia Fron- Knights of Co- Girl Scouts’ annual Leadership Mentoring surance will be moderator. Chili cook-off: tier Outreach in Southeast Asia. lumbus Post 11305 and La Mariposa Foun- Experience, will be held March 8 at La- Cultivating Your Career is open to Rainbow Children’s Home is home to dation will be hosting their first February Sure’s Banquet Hall. anyone who wants to learn more about ex- 30 girls ages 7 to 17. The planned new dor- Fiesta Chili Cook-Off at St. Raphael’s Good Both events will begin with informal celling in the workplace and climbing the mitory will house 50 girls with increased Samaritan Hall from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 17. networking from 11:30 a.m. to noon, with corporate and nonprofit ladder. personal space for the girls, and apartments Tickets for $1 will be sold at the door the luncheon and panel discussion from Sponsorship support of the Girl Scouts for caregivers. The home is one of three by to try different chilis and fixings. To accom- noon to 1 p.m. Three panel speakers will of the Northwestern Great Lakes has the Asia Frontier Outreach in Myanmar. pany the best chilis in town, there will be a focus on how they overcame adversity in benefits of positive brand association with desert table with tres leches cake and Fifth order to establish their careers. the preeminent leadership organization A spaghet- Ward Brewery will be serving craft beer and Spaghetti dinner: Panelists include Ashley Foster, learn- for girls. Sponsorship opportunities, all ti dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 22 hosted soda. Mariachi music will entertain guests. ing and development operations specialist with customizable benefit options, include by Mid-Morning Kiwanis Club of Osh- A silent auction table will have more at Footlocker.com/Eastbay; Jenni Molash, Mentor Sponsorship for $1,000, Profes- kosh and Communities at Oshkosh North than $1,500 in donated items and a 50/50 human resources manager at Silver Star sional Friend Sponsorship for $500, Coach ninth- and 10th-graders will raise aware- raffle is planned. All proceeds will go to- Brands; and Kim Molitor, principal and Sponsorship for $250 and Sponsor a Table ness about maternal/neonatal tetanus ward obtaining all-terrain wheelchairs for relationship manager at Windward Wealth of Six for $200. (MNT) in developing countries. up to 15 underserved families in Nicaragua. Students are investigating MNT and Those interested in entering their chili learning about the causes, effects and the can contact Mike at caribou672@gmail. 14 countries still working to eradicate the UW Varsity Band coming to Omro com. disease. Research into The Eliminate Proj- The University of Wisconsin’s celebrat- former Omro and Oshkosh students. Tuba ect initiative aided their understanding. ed Varsity Band will perform at 2 p.m. Feb. player Claire Bischel is an Oshkosh West Area golfers can Golf outing: Spaghetti, salad, garlic bread and des- 24 in the Omro Fieldhouse. graduate who will be playing at the show. begin registering for the 10th Annual Osh- serts will be served. This year’s dinner will Under the 49-year direction of pro- The Varsity Band contingent coming kosh Area United Way Golf Outing. This be held before the boys varsity basketball fessor Mike Leckrone, the nationally re- to Omro will have about 120 student mu- annual event, presented by Jackson Kahl game against Neenah High School. nowned ensemble is famous for its excep- sicians. Insurance, brings together local golfers in support of the programs and agencies fund- tional energy, showmanship and musicality. Profits from the concert will help sup- Golden Oak 4-H ed by United Way. Chili dinner: Wendy Fisher, Omro band director, port Omro school bands. Tickets are $12 Club’s annual chili dinner and raffle will The golf outing will be held at Lake has been working with UW Madison to for adults and $10 for students in advance, be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 18 at Breeze Golf Club on June 13. The cost is bring the popular group that has several $15 at the door. Nekimi Town Hall, 3790 Pickett Road. $110 per person if registered by May 15; Tickets are $6 and include drink and des- and $125 thereafter. Registration can be sert. Hot dogs and quarts of chili are avail- done at oshkoshunitedway.org/golf. Busi- Masterpieces of the Valley exhibit opens able for purchase. Raffle drawings will be nesses interested in becoming a sponsor The Paine Art Center and Gardens visitors how art exhibitions may have been held at 3:30 p.m. Grand prize is a hand- can sign up under the sponsorship tab. presents Masterpieces of the Valley, fea- installed and experienced during that time made queen-size quilt. turing more than 50 exceptional artworks period. Myanmar benefit: Chris- from the collections of the Paine and re- Drawn from the collections of the tiano’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant will be Utica Fire donation: The gional institutions, on view through May Paine, the Oshkosh Public Museum, Osh- donating a portion of Feb. 20 proceeds to Oshkosh Area Women’s Association pre- 27. kosh Public Library, Lawrence University the building of a new dormitory at Rain- sented a check to the Utica Volunteer Fire The exhibition includes European and and others, highlights include masterpieces bow Children’s Home in Myanmar. “Have Department from an OAWA fundraiser in American paintings dating from the mid- by Jules Breton, Leon Augustin Lhermitte, a Heart!” is sponsored by Asia Frontier November, the annual dinner style show. 19th through early 20th centuries, the pe- William-Adolphe Bouguereau, George In- Outreach-USA, an Oshkosh-based non- The donation was the most recent given riod in which the Paines focused their col- ness and Winslow Homer. profit organization whose mission is to by OAWA in 2017, bringing the total to: lecting efforts. The dramatic “Salon-style” Lead sponsor of the exhibition is Jew- raise awareness and funds for the children’s $20,833. installation in the Main Gallery will show elers Mutual Insurance Co. The Teachers’ Closet, Inc. Mission Statement The Teachers’ Closet, Inc. was created to support all teachers in the Oshkosh Area, who are teaching in Non-profit schools by providing them with teaching supplies and materials for themselves and for their students. Our goal is to reach students who needassistance through their teachers and to enrich the school experience for all children in our community’s classrooms. The Teachers’ Closet, an independent 501( c ) 3 non-profit organization operated by volunteers, accepts donations of money and/or goods AND your donations are tax deductible.

Thank you to all who supported our teachers and students with donations of money or supplies. Stevie Aguiler Heidi Davis Richard Haley Jim and Sue Meyer Peace Lutheran Tamara Stander AT&T Pioneers Rita Dehn Carla Hanson Anthonette Miller Endowment Fund Mary Stein Paula Albee Ronald and Cathy Duerkop Stephanie Hibbs Joyce Miller Orval and Lois Perdue Zach Stenerson Altrusa Club of Oshkosh Robert Duxstad Robert and Joy Himmler Tim and Jennifer Morris Stephanie Da Silva Rebecca Stoffel American Paper Jane Eichhorn Laura Hoffman Karen Morton Russell Perry Jennifer Teske Converters, Inc. Ruth Elliot Nicole Hullar Teresa Mouche Preceptor Alpha Lambda/ David and Kathleen Thill Rita Anderson David and Susan Elbing Kathryn Hunt Amanda Mueller women’s group Wendy and Leon Thompson Amber Anklam Rebecca Eyer Don and Lois Jaenke Kim Mueller Linda Reiff Oshkosh Celebration Bemis Sue Fauske Chris Johnson Jan Nash Wendy Reineert of Lights Women’s Network Katherine Fenrich Jennifer Kautzer Virginia Nelson Rick Rego Cathy Tratz Larry and Denise Bittner First Weber – Oshkosh Kyle Kehoe New Life Barb Repp Rosemary Turner Lurton and Carolyn Betty Fizhenry Mary Jo Kearney Community Church Judy Richie John Tyson Blasingame Carol Foust Tom and Carol Klabunde James Noe Stewart & Donna Rieckman UW-Oshkosh-College of Diane Bohnert Fox Communities Ken and Sandy Komassa Cathy Osburn Sharon Roeske Education Elaine Bradley Credit Union Jason and Adair Koontz Oshkosh Area Oshkosh Area United Methodist Joan Breen Roy and Barbara Terrie Kragenbrink Community Foundation Human Society Women’s Group Jeff and Susan Breier Gabrielson Debbie Laffin Oshkosh Corporation Diane Ruppier VF Outdoor Donna Butzlaff Roger and Sylvia Gasser Sandy Last Oshkosh Eagles Auxiliary Susan Sapaula Women’s Club of Oshkosh Dick and Marillyn Campbell Tony and Gale Gerharz Laura Lemanak Oshkosh Fine Arts Pam Schettle Emily Waelfel Nancy Casey Sally Gilson Tom Lloyd Association Gail Schwab Sharon Wagner Linda Charapata Tracy Gorsch Donna Lord Oshkosh Noon Dennis and Gail Schwab James Warren Leah Christian David and Julie Gray Lunch Box Restaurant Optimist Club Fund Jodi Seckar Maggie Watkins Jean Collier Barbara Gusick Barb McClain Oshkosh Public Library Service League of Oshkosh Karen Wedde Cori Conrad Jenny Haack Cindy McLaughlin Cheryl Pagel Dana Shew Lynn West Robert and Marilyn Cornell Mary Hansen Joan Markos-Horejs James and Mary Patterson Sister Mary Jo Winnebago County Retired Amanda Curtis Dawn Heitman Debbie Matthias Peace Lutheran Church Pat Sowls Educators Association Kathleen Curtis Marcy Hale Jack and Jane Meyer Kathy Stadler Kris Kroll Wood

For information about The Teachers’ Closet please contact the director, Kay Kuenzl-Stenerson at 920-426-5480 or [email protected]. We are located in Peace Lutheran Church, 240 W. 9th Ave., Oshkosh, WI 54902. Page 8 x oshkoshherald.com February 15, 2018 Prep Sports Roundup

The Spartans will host Kaukauna in a piv- WRESTLING otal FVA matchup Friday night. Both teams are 15-1 in the conference and with just a Oshkosh West sends 10 couple of games remaining, the winner wrestlers to sectionals could determine the league champ. The Oshkosh West wrestling team Kroll’s 31 leads Wildcats had a good day Saturday, finishing third as a team while sending 10 to sectionals after over Appleton East competing in the Division 1 regional held Derek Kroll had a huge night for the in Slinger. Oshkosh West boys basketball team, put- The Wildcats got two first-place fin- ting up 31 points as the Wildcats won 54- ishes from 106-pounder Alec Hunter and 52 over Appleton East in a Fox Valley Asso- Edgar Heredia at 170 pounds. Hunter won ciation contest last Friday. 10-1 in the title match over Slinger’s Carter Karter Thomas added 10 points for Ziebell while Heredia won 5-1 over West West (9-11), which led by five at halftime. Bend West’s Jason Dicesare. Luke Haasl and Riley Saginak added four Also advancing for West included Josh points a piece in the win. Coopman (120), Logan Grota (126), Re- Appleton East was led by Mitchell ese Thompson (132), Henry Foust (138), Nowak, who had 18 points. Connor Collins (145), Kevin Loos (160), The Wildcats will face Fond du Lac Blake Framke (182) and Andrew Kalfas Friday night. (285). Oshkosh North, which finished sixth, advanced three wrestlers to the sectional in Valley Christian Warriors Dalton Holmes, Cade Schmitz and Thom- fall 84-57 to Hustisford as Urben. Holmes was crowned champ at The Valley Christian boys basket- 152-pounds while Schmitz lost the third ball team trailed by 22 in the first half and place match to finish fourth. Urben fin- couldn’t get that back in the second in a ished third. 84-57 loss at home last Thursday to Hus- Finishing second for the Wildcats tisford. was Thompson, Foust, Collins, Loos and Dan Dunn led Valley Christian with Kalfas, Framke was third and Coopman 19 points while Yianni Giannopoulos and and Grota all finished fourth. Ari Giannopoulus added 13 and 12, respec- Slinger won the day with 255 points, tively. followed by Neenah (225) and the Wild- Justin Kuehl had a big night for Hustis- cats (197.5). North finished with 85 points. ford, scoring 32 points.

Lourdes sends three BOYS HOCKEY from team to sectionals The Lourdes wrestling team went to Ice Hawks shut out the regional with only three wrestlers and at home by Sheboygan all three advanced after participating in the Division 3 regional held at Laconia High The Oshkosh boys hockey team failed School Saturday. to score a goal in a 3-0 loss to Sheboygan on Saturday. Camron Kelly (126) and Keagan Stel- Photo by Ali Ott zer (195) brought home first-place finish- Oshkosh West’s Callista Rochon-Baker works under the basket against Appleton East in a home The Red Raiders got two goals from es while Carson Krause lost the first-place conference game Friday night. Luke McKinch as they scored once in each match on a close 3-1 decision to finish sec- period in the win. ond. ton East’s full-court pressure, falling 69-41 Callista Rochon-Baker and Kiersten Tyler Baumann had 42 saves in the loss Lourdes was sixth out of seven teams in a Fox Valley Association game Friday. McNulty each added six points in the loss for the Ice Hawks – who earned the 10 seed despite only having three wrestlers, finish- Lead scorer for the Wildcats was An- for the Wildcats. in the WIAA Tournament, which started ing with 69.5 points. Princeton won with elise Hammonds, who finished with eight Tuesday night with Oshkosh facing No. 7 203.5 points. points. Spartans can’t hang with Bay Port; results weren’t available ahead of Appleton East was able to jump out to deadline. a 41-22 lead at halftime and then the Wild- No. 5 Appleton North GIRLS BASKETBALL cats could only muster 19 points in the sec- The Oshkosh North girls basketball SWIMMING ond as they had a tough time finding the team couldn’t keep up with fifth-ranked Appleton East downs bottom of the net. Appleton North as the Lightning stormed Delaney Clark led Appleton East out to a 30-point first half lead in a 73-31 West’s Groth earns bid Oshkosh West in FVA with 14 points while Lexie Schneider and win over the Spartans Friday night. to state tournament Chelsey Van Gompel chipped in 12 and 10 The Oshkosh West girls basketball Ashley Wissink led North with 15 The Oshkosh North/Lourdes and Os- points. team had a tough time going against Apple- points while Nydia Griffin added six. Kari hkosh West boys swimming teams compet- Brekke and Paige Schabo led Appleton ed in the WIAA Division 1 sectional held at North with 15 points a piece. Neenah this past weekend, with the Wild- The Spartans will travel to face Neenah cats finishing ninth out of 11 teams, and on Thursday night. North/Lourdes ending up 10th. Winners of each sectional event in Di- BOYS BASKETBALL vision 1, plus the next 18 fastest individuals/relay teams from all sectionals advance to state, which is this upcoming Saturday at Spartans cruise to win the UW Natatorium in Madison. over Appleton North Oshkosh West’s Andrew Groth was The Oshkosh North boys basketball the lone Oshkosh swimmer to win an event team improved to 19-1 on the season with in Neenah – edging out Bay Port’s Aaron a 75-40 crushing win over Appleton North Donovan by .07 seconds in the 200 free last Thursday in a Fox Valley Association with a time of 1 minute, 46.46 seconds. He game played in Appleton. also made it to state in the 500 free after Quincy Anderson led North with 22 taking second – behind Donovan – in the points while Tyrese Haliburton chipped 500 free with a time of 4:52.61. in 14 points. Matt Berger had 12 points and added four rebounds for the Spartans while Gout Deng had nine points and five Compiled by Alex Wolf, rebounds. Herald contributor North recorded 21 steals in the win. February 15, 2018 oshkoshherald.com x Page 9 Knights boys win easily vs. Wayland By Charleigh Reinardy Ruedinger answered with his first 3-pointer Herald contributor of the night to tie the score 5-5 and it was all Lourdes after that. Wayland Academy showed up to The Knights struggled to make shots Lourdes Academy on Thursday night with early but gained shooting momentum after a strong defense and aggressive offense, but Ruedinger stole a ball and passed to Charlie couldn’t stand against the Knights, who Wolfgram for a layup. Ruedinger also stole won 81-44 in a Trailways-East Conference the next Wayland possession that resulted game. in a layup for Benny Huizenga to make the Freshman Preston Ruedinger led the score 14-11. Knights with six 3-pointers and 20 points Lourdes continued to stretch out its to end the night. To help back up Rueding- lead and keep Wayland from scoring to take er, senior Connor Barfknecht scored 16 a 50-23 lead at the half. with one slam dunk to excite the crowd The Knights continued to play tought while playing tough defense all night. defense in the second half to prevent any “We come out here and play hard,” chance of a comeback for Wayland. Barfknecht said. “Getting plays like that “Being a senior, you definitely hold a (dunk) really hypes our team up. It feels lot of responsibility.” Barfknecht said. “Es- good to show up and keep our winning pecially with a young team like we have, we streak open, but we still have three more. have a lot of freshman. They (freshman) We have to finish this out, try going for the really look up to you, you have both the conference title and we have more in mind weight of your performance on your shoul- after that.” ders as well as how they do. How they play Throughout the game both teams were really revolves around how me and Dougie highly aggressive on both defense and of- (Ryan) play. We have a big leadership re- fensive. Each team made it difficult for the sponsibility.” other to make shots. Charlie Wolfgram added 12 points for Wayland scored the first five points, Lourdes while Dougie Ryan added 11. Photo by Charleigh Reinardy but that was the biggest lead it would hold. Michael Xie led Wayland with 17 Knights guard Benny Huizenga defends Wayland Academy’s Michael Xie in a Thursday night Henry Noone was fouled and shot two, points. game at Lourdes.

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Despite some strong individual per- By Ti Windisch Herald contributor formances, Wisconsin could not pull out wins in games against the Lakeland Magic, The Wisconsin Herd lost all three of Grand Rapids Drive or Long Island Nets. their games last week, extending a losing The game against the Nets on Saturday was streak to four games in advance of the All- Oshkosh Herald photo the closest, as the Herd lost by nine. The Wisconsin Herd stayed in the game Saturday night against the Long Island Nets despite only Injuries and roster moves made life having eight players available for their last game before the break. difficult for Herd head coach Jordan Brady, as Cliff Alexander and Joel Bolomboy did duce so we could definitely use a break to players involved and get them going I can not play at all during the week due to in- recalibrate ourselves, and hopefully come get them going, but if he needs me to be juries. Xavier Munford was with the Mil- back and get back on track and close the aggressive and score points I can do that.” waukee Bucks all week, likely because of season out strong.” After the Nets took a more than injuries to Matthew Dellavedova and Mal- With Alexander, Bolomboy and Plum- 20-point lead, it looked as though Satur- colm Brogdon, and Marshall Plumlee and lee unavailable, Casey had to play minutes day’s game could turn into a blowout, but D.J. Wilson were with the Bucks at various at center on Saturday, as well as next to Mi- Wisconsin fought back to make things times as well. chael Dunigan as a forward. He said mov- close in the fourth quarter. Even when the Brady said the break could not have ing around positionally is just part of what game looked out of reach in the last minute, come at a better time for this team, espe- he offers as a player. Herd players continued to trap defensively cially considering only eight players suited “It’s my role,” Casey said. “I’m a versa- and look for buckets on the offensive end. up for Saturday’s game, which saw the Herd tile player, I embrace my role, it’s something Brady credited his team for not relent- on a back-to-back taking on a well-rested that coach trusts me to do, to play multiple ing all night or all season long, even in the Long Island team. positions. It’s just my responsibility to step midst of a tough stretch of games for Wis- “You got to get away, you got to relax up and do my job at whatever position consin. your mind, you got to relax your body,” I’m at, whether that’s five, three, guarding “They play so hard, and I’ve said that Brady said. “These guys have been giving point, I can do it.” all along, our guys always play hard,” Brady it everything they’ve got. It’s a really good Saturday was a big night for JeQuan said. “They did everything they could to- time for them to just rest physically, rest Lewis, who despite coming off the bench night. I rode guys really long minutes and mentally which is every bit as important as managed to score a season-high 32 points they all stuck with it. They gave it every physical rest.” against Long Island. Lewis was quick to chance they had, and I’m really proud of Herd forward Kyle Casey, who logged credit the coaching staff and the game plan them.” 40 minutes and scored 14 points on Satur- for his offensive explosion after the game. At 17-20, Wisconsin is now eighth Oshkosh Herald photo day, agreed that the upcoming break was “It’s more-so what coach needs me to in the G League Eastern Conference and Bronson Koenig, former Wisconsin Badgers helpful to the Herd, and all of the G League. do,” Lewis said. “I’m one of those point third in the Central Division. With only six standout, was in Oshkosh on Friday night as “I think everyone in this league could guards who can do both, thank goodness, teams from each conference going to the a member of the Grand Rapids Drive in its use a break,” Casey said. “It’s a tough league, I can pass and I can score. I can get myself postseason, the Herd will need a strong run win over the Wisconsin Herd. Koenig had 17 a lot of traveling, a lot of back-to-backs. We going when I need to and also get other after the break to get back into the playoff points and seven rebounds in the game. work really hard to go out there and pro- players involved. When he needs me to get picture in their inaugural season. Worship Directory Gymnastics results

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Katherine Brenner placed 5th (T) on bars (8.9) and 5th on beam (8.4) for Jr A. Emily Syring placed 3rd on bars (9.225), 3rd (T) on beam (8.7), 5th (T) on floor (8.825) and 4th All-Around with a score of 35.650 for Sr A. The Level 3 team took 2nd place overall for the session. Level 4: Greta Morris placed 3rd on vault (9.025) for Jr C. Sedona Wedell placed 1st on bars (9.325), 2nd (T) on beam (9.15), 1st on floor (9.15) and 2nd All-Around with a score of 36.350 of Sr B. Neva Schlies placed 1st on vault (9.025), 5th on bars (9.025), 1st on floor (9.075) and 1st All-Around with a score of 36.025 for Jr B. Aubryn Gudex placed 5th on floor (8.65) for Jr A. BUSINESS SERVICES Bella Spatt placed 4th on beam (9.2), 5th on floor (8.9) and 4th All-Around with a score of 35.825 for Jr C. Katelyn Gatchell placed 4th on beam (9.1), 13 consecutive insertions - $50/week 2nd (T) on floor (9.0) and 5th All-Around with a score of 35.625 for Sr B. Estella Marshall placed 3rd on beam (9.125) for Jr A. 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The late Gustav and Edith transplant process is one where the sur- An exciting future as a Housing Specialist awaits a special (Mansfield) Affeldt person. This dynamic environment entails assisting Compli- geons place a healthy donated kidney from in Sugarbush, WI on ance and Property staff and coordinating events for residents either a recently deceased donor or a living August 23, 1922. She and their families. Candidates should be proficient in Micro- donor into the recipient’s body. More infor- soft Office, experienced in administrative and customer service married Eugene Chase with strong attention to detail and a commitment to confi- mation about the clinic or transplant team on July 31, 1943 and dentiality. Knowledge of Affordable Housing programs a plus. is available at 920-303-8700. High School Degree or equivalent and valid driver’s license spent 30 years of mar- required. EOE. Submit resume to Oshkosh Housing Authority, riage together until his Housing Specialist, PO Box 0397, Oshkosh, WI 54903. Advertising agency Candeo Creative passing in 1973; to- welcomed three new team members in Jan- gether they had two children. She spent her uary: Chad Fulwiler as account services working career as a CNA at Bethel Home. Rentals director, Colleen Bies as traffic and finance Pouzar/Hansen Bob and Diane Pouzar of Oshkosh Ada is survived by her two children, manager, and Cassie Murray as media buy- Donna (Peter) Gillingham and James er. Fulwiler brings nearly 30 years of market- are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Kristen to Chris Hansen, Chase; three grandchildren, Jamie Gill- ing, business development and leadership ingham, James (Daisy) Chase, Kyle (Beth) experience. Bies contracted with Candeo son of Mindy Hansen of Waupaca and the late Eric Hansen. Kristen is a 2008 graduate Chase; and four great-grandchildren, Aid- for several months before accepting a full- en, Liam, Sofia, and Eli Chase. time position. Her prior work experience of UW-Oshkosh and is employed by Pacon Corp. in Appleton as a benefits coordina- In addition to her parents and husband includes more than a decade of service and she is preceded in death by her eight sib- managerial experience with the U.S. and tor. Chris is a 2013 graduate of Fox Valley Technical College after having served eight lings. Wisconsin Army National Guard, several A celebration of Ada’s life will be held years in the U.S. Navy and is employed by STOP LOOKING!!!!!!!! years as an accountant for a metal fabrication at a later date. Lakefront Manor, Senior Apartment Living company and running her own business for Walker Forge in Clintonville as a design en- 651 Oak St., Oshkosh nearly a decade. Murray was a regional mar- gineer. 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