From the Mayor

SUMMER 2015 FROM THE MAYOR WHAT’S INSIDE Dear Brookfield Residents, As we head into summer, I am sure we are all Parks, Recreation and looking forward to enjoying the outdoors and Forestry Department...... 3-6 joining in the many activities here in Brookfield. My summer favorite is the Independence Day Wiberg Aquatic Center...... 4 celebration which will be held on Saturday, July 4th. The Parade begins at 10:00 a.m. and will Police Department...... 6-7 feature the Paradise Jazz Band, the Waukesha North “Northstar” Marching Band, and the Fire Department...... 7-8 Milwaukee Scottish Pipes & Drums, as well as other local marching bands, community organizations and much more. After the parade, the celebration Water Utility...... 8 continues in the Civic Plaza (the area between City Hall and the Safety Building) with the Brookfield Police Color Guard flag raising ceremony In The Village...... 8 accompanied by the bagpipers. There will also be a free ice cream social and musical entertainment in the Civic Plaza. Family Fest will be held at Elmbrook Schools LINK.... 9-12 Mitchell Park beginning at 6:00 p.m. on July 4th with many fun activities and entertainment for all ages. The fireworks begin at 9:15 p.m. Community Development...... 13 Our Civic Plaza will be a busy place throughout the summer. Brookfield’s ever Elmbrook Historical Society...13 popular Farmer’s Market will be held each Saturday from 7:30 a.m. until noon. This is its twenty-fifth season and we plan to have a brief program commemorating Library...... 14-15 this 25 year milestone at the July 25th Farmer’s Market. Please remember that the Farmer’s Market is expanded to Market & More each third Saturday of the month Public Works to include arts and crafts. The City’s parking lot was expanded and improved last Department...... 16-17 summer so there is a good supply of convenient parking. The Noon Concert Series returns to the Civic Plaza this summer, as well as Wilson Center...... 17 three Wednesday evening concerts. Also, the City of Brookfield will hold its 17th Annual National Night Out on Wednesday, August 5th. There is a wide For Your Information...... 18-19 range of recreational activities available through Brookfield’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry. Humane Society...... 19 Find out more about City sponsored events and activities by reading this Newsletter and visiting the City’s website: www.ci.brookfield.wi.us. Finance Department...... 20 Remember also to enjoy the great entertainment available at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts in Mitchell Park. A particular favorite is the free outdoor Starry Nights concert series on Friday evenings. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about our City. I Recycling Center welcome the opportunity to talk with you about how we can continue making Hours Brookfield even better! April thru November Have a wonderful summer in Brookfield! Tuesdays and Thursdays Mayor Steve Ponto 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Year-round Household Hazardous Waste Day Saturdays June 6, 2015 • 8:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. City Public Works Yard, 19700 Riverview Drive CITY DIRECTORY CITY OF BROOKFIELD CITY HALL COUNCIL MEMBERS PHONE NUMBERS MAYOR Emergency 911 Steven V. Ponto City Hall...... (262) 782-9650 (262) 787-3525 Assessor...... (262) 796-6649 ALDERMEN Building Inspection...... (262) 796-6646 District 1 District 5 Code Enforcement...... (262) 796-6646 Bill Carnell Scott Berg City Clerk...... (262) 782-9650 (262) 781-1058 (262) 797-8772 Community Development Daniel Sutton Gary Mahkorn Planning...... (262) 796-6695 (262) 373-0173 (262) 784-0605 Economic Development...... (262) 796-6694 District 2 District 6 Court...... (262) 796-6660 Engineering...... (262) 787-3919 Rick Owen Christopher Blackburn (262) 790-9888 (262) 821-5262 Finance/Treasurer...... (262) 796-6640 Bob Reddin Jerry Mellone Fire Non-Emergency...... (262) 782-8932 (262) 781-4029 (262) 786-6719 Highway/Streets...... (262) 782-5029 Human Resources...... (262) 796-6642 District 3 District 7 Library...... (262) 782-4140 Ron Balzer Renee Lowerr Parks, Recreation & Forestry...... (262) 796-6675 (262) 782-1177 (262) 853-9657 Police Non-Emergency...... (262) 787-3700 Jeff McCarthy Lisa Mellone (414) 870-1601 (262) 780-0805 Police Operations...... (262) 787-3702 Community Services Officer...... (262) 787-3557 District 4 Municipal Judge Crime Prevention Lieutenant ...... (262) 787-3694 Buck Jurken Jeffrey J. Warchol Police Social Worker...... (262) 796-6689 (262) 789-7445 (262) 796-6660 Police Administration...... (262) 787-3566 Mark Nelson Records Request...... (262) 787-3701 (262) 797-8503 Business Fax...... (262) 782-8757 CITY INFORMATION Sanitary Sewer Utility...... (262) 782-0199 2000 N. Calhoun Road Senior Community Center...... (262) 796-6675 Brookfield, WI 53005 Water Utility...... (262) 796-6717 (262) 782-9650 Advanced Disposal Webpage (Trash Contractor)...... (262) 367-6040 www.ci.brookfield.wi.us Email [email protected] Newsletter Editor Patti Schimmel (262) 787-3525

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Listed below is information on some of the programs, special events and services offered by the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department. For more information you can visit the City’s website at www.ci.brookfield.wi.us.If you have questions, please contact the Department at (262) 796-6675.

Independence Day Activities — Saturday, July 4, 2015, 10:00 a.m.

Wheaton Franciscan Elmbrook Memorial Campus is the Title Sponsor for the 2015 Independence Day Parade. H Parade: 10:00 a.m. on Calhoun Road between Gebhardt Rd. and North Ave. We are excited to welcome back popular entries from years past to the 2015 parade to include the world’s only “Wacky Wheeler”, the Waukesha North “Northstar” marching band, local marching bands, community organizations and much more.

Notice to Parade Spectators: For the safety of the spectators NORTH BOUND Family Fest: 6:00-9:00 p.m. @ Mitchell Park TRAFFIC ON CALHOUN ROAD WILL CLOSE Family oriented activities will be offered including PROMPTLY AT 9:30 a.m. Please plan accordingly games, inflatable jumping toys, free face painting, food for this closure. and drink vendors, and non-profit groups selling food and beverages and entertainment for all ages. The Civic Celebration after the Parade: “Truly Remarkable Loon — A Comedy Juggling Show” Avoid the traffic jams and join your friends and and “Glenn Gerard — Magic Show” will be featured neighbors right after the parade in the Civic Plaza for and performing live on the “Field Stage”. “Our House the Independence Day ceremony, Brookfield Color Band” will be back by popular demand and performing Guard flag raising ceremony, Stilt Walkers signing our from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on the “Pavilion Stage.” National Anthem, free ice cream social, with featured entertainment from the Milwaukee Scottish Pipes and Fireworks: 9:15 p.m. at Mitchell Park Drums and the Paradise Jazz Band. Co-Sponsored by Safro Motorcars

In the interest of public safety and fairness, the Independence Day Activities Committee is requesting that parade spectators refrain from obstructing or attempting to reserve any public The annual fireworks show will begin at approximately right of way area (e.g. sidewalks, curb areas, 9:15 p.m. Arrive early, enjoy all of the activities at medians) by placing chairs, blankets, tape, rope, Family Fest, and get a great viewing location for this tents or any other item along the parade route spectacular fireworks display. before 7:00 p.m. the night before the parade. In addition, the placement of large and over sized Sponsorships items that could potentially obstruct the view of We extend our appreciation to those who are other parade spectators is strongly discouraged. committed to sponsorships in 2015: The Parade Committee thanks you for your cooperation! Safro Motor Cars — Cosponsors of the 4th of July fireworks. (continued on page 4)

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(continued from page 3) Brookfield’s Pick and Save — Providing beverages Wheaton Franciscan Elmbrook Memorial Campus — at the Civic Celebration in the Civic Plaza Centre Title Sponsors for the Plaza Centre Stage Concert Series following the parade. and Title Sponsors for the Independence Day Parade. Any time is a great time to express your civic pride by WaterStone Bank — Sponsors of the Noon and becoming a sponsor and supporting one or more of Evening Plaza Centre Stage Concerts. the variety of community events/activities. Funding/ Soerens Ford — Providing vehicles for the sponsorship opportunities and levels range from a Independence Day Parade. few hundred dollars and from $1,000 to $5,000 for sponsoring elements of the Independence Day Parade, Family Fest, Family Campout or the new German WIBERG AQUATIC Holiday Market and Tree Lighting Event. Your CENTER AT generous contributions will be recognized in many WIRTH PARK different ways. Contact Marty Will, Park Programs and Operations Manager at (262) 796-6675 or will@ 2015 POOL HOURS ci.brookfield.wi.us for more information. OPENING DAY, JUNE 6 Family Camp Out — Dates Main Pool Zero Depth Pool Monday-Friday 1-4:30 p.m. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Friday, June 19, 2015 in Wirth Park June 8-August 7 6-8 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m. This event will provide an overnight recreational camping 6-8 p.m. experience for families who are novice or experienced Monday-Friday 1-8 p.m. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. campers. Families bring their tents and gear and enjoy August 10-August 21 1-8 p.m. an outdoor experience close to home. This event offers Saturday and Sunday 1-8 p.m. 1-8 p.m. a variety of family-oriented fun activities. Friday night June 6-August 23 activities include open swim time, fire truck displays, and FEES campfire songs with Gary Cross. Held in Wirth Park. This event is for City of Brookfield residents. Go to Daily Fees www.ci.brookfield.wi.usfor more information. City Resident Non Resident Adult (ages 18 and above) $4.25 $6.00 Meadows of Brookfield Youth (ages 3-17) $3.25 $4.75 Senior (ages 55+) $3.25 $4.75 Neighborhood Park Plan Child (ages 2 and under) Free Free Interested residents will have an opportunity to review and provide comment regarding preliminary development Morning Zero Depth Only and Evening Fees plans proposed for the Meadows of Brookfield City Resident Non Resident neighborhood park over the next several weeks. Adult (ages 18 and above) $3.00 $4.25 Youth (ages 3-17) $2.50 $3.50 There will be a Public Open Forum and Plan Review Senior (ages 55+) $2.50 $3.50 held on Thursday, June 25th in the Senior Community Child (ages 2 and under) Free Free Center Activity Room located in Brookfield City NOTE: Wiberg Aquatic Center will be closed on July 12, 2015 Hall (2000 N. Calhoun Road). The forum will be for an Elmbrook Swim Club Meet. conducted in an open house format and interested Season Pass — City Residents Only individuals are welcome to attend anytime between the Family Pass $125.00 hours of 5:00-8:00 p.m. The preliminary development Family Plus One $165.00 plans, background information, and related exhibits Adult Pass $55.00 will be displayed and there will be an opportunity Adult with Aide $80.00 to ask questions, exchange information and offer Senior Pass $40.00 suggestions regarding the project with members of Senior with Aide $60.00 the neighborhood planning committee and City staff. Youth Pass $40.00 Copies of the plans and related background information Youth Plus One $80.00 can also be accessed from the Parks, Recreation and * Please see the City of Brookfield website, www.ci.brookfield. Forestry Department home page on the city’s website wi.us , for detailed information regarding policies and ( ). procedures regarding Wiberg Aquatic Center passes. www.ci.brookfield.wi.us The Brookfield Parks and Recreation Commission will

4 CITY OF BROOKFIELD NEWSLETTER receive public comment pertaining to the proposed plans and recommended improvements as part of 2015 Plaza Centre their regular meeting on July 13th at 7:00 p.m. also Stage Concert Series in the Senior Community Center Activity Room. Special thanks Questions about the meetings or the plans in general to our returning may be referred to Bill Kolstad, Director of Parks and Title Sponsors Recreation, (262) 796-6675. at Wheaton Franciscan Elmbrook Memorial Campus and our Noon and Evening Concert Lilly Heights Park and Sponsors at Water Stone Bank. Greenway Trail Projects All concerts will be held at the Civic Plaza, 2000 The City of Brookfield Common Council approved N. Calhoun Rd, just north of City Hall. Bring your contracts on March 17th to construct the Lilly Heights lawn chairs and enjoy these free concerts with Park and Greenway Trail Development Projects as family and friends. During the concerts, Danielle’s recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission. Deli will have handmade sandwiches, salads, soft Phase I of the park project is anticipated to begin in drinks and lunch combo specials available for early July and will consist primarily of site preparation, purchase. Sorry — no concert rain dates will be earthwork and grading, stormwater management, scheduled. Music is provided by our sponsors, park drive and parking area, ball diamond surfacing ACA Entertainment and the Brookfield Parks, installation, trail development, shelter, utilities and Recreation and Forestry Department. restoration (topsoil/seeding). Substantial completion of this work is anticipated by the end of September. NOON CONCERT SERIES: Wednesdays Phase II will include the installation of the play area Noon-1:00 p.m. equipment, ball diamond backstop and sideline fencing, June 10 Marcell Guyton and signage which should be completed by the end of June 17 Jenny Thiel Trio October. Finish landscaping/plantings will be installed June 24 Gary Cross in the spring of 2016 with all work expected to be July 1 “Special K” Kevin Kennedy completed by June 2016. July 8 Bobby Way The Greenway Trail project will construct approximately July 15 Eric Ebert as Neil Diamond 1,900 feet of 6' wide off-road asphalt and boardwalk trail July 22 Evan and Tom Leahy July 29 Jake Warne that will extend to the west from the existing trail in the August 5 Joey Lavie park, through the environmental corridor located south August 12 Downtown Harrison of Dublin Court, and connecting to Shamrock Lane. The trail project is anticipated to begin early-August with EVENING CONCERTS: substantial completion by the end of October. Wednesdays Special Performance 7:00-8:15 p.m. June 10 Our House Band Sunday, July 19 — 2:00-4:30 p.m. July 8 Bobby Way and the Fabulous Wayouts Japanese Taiko Drum Groups August 12 North Coast Orchestra The Hane Daiko, “Jumping Drum”, group will More information at www.ci.brookfield.wi.us be returning to Brookfield with their lively form of traditional Japanese drumming for a special performance. Joining them will be the Kuroshio Daiko, Mosquito Control Program Update an all-girls drumming group, who will amaze the The City’s ongoing integrated mosquito management audience with their powerful sound. The performance program (16th year) is based upon the recommendations is arranged through the Wisconsin Academy of Global of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Education and Training and the City of Brookfield and and includes the following primary components. will include demonstrations and public participation. Both groups are visiting from Wisconsin’s sister state Larviciding Chiba and mainly consist of youth performers between The City has received a permit from the Wisconsin the ages of 11 to 16. Enjoy their dynamic performance Department of Natural Resources to again apply and this special cultural experience. (continued on page 6)

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(continued from page 5) public education and the practice of source reduction. biolarvicides to wetlands in the City for the control of Source reduction is a community effort to alter or disease (West Nile Virus) transmitting mosquitoes. The eliminate mosquito larval habitat to prevent breeding City’s program utilizes a consultant to perform ongoing wherever practicable. Residents and businesses are population monitoring and surveillance as well as the encouraged to engage in habitat alteration or elimination application of the biolarvicide when mosquito larvae activities such as the proper disposal of used tires and the counts warrant treatment. cleaning of rain gutters, bird baths, and unused swimming pools or any other types of vessels/containers/areas that Adulticiding will hold water and serve as potential breeding areas. In The adulticiding program includes regular treatments of addition, other habitat alteration or elimination activities community-wide parks and large group public gathering performed by the City include ongoing streambank places as necessary and surveillance program indicates. clearing and restoration, catch basin and/or storm inlet A summary of the City’s Mosquito Control cleaning, and container removal. Management Program and maps of the treatment areas The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and are available at the Parks and Recreation Office. Watch Consumer Protection (DATCP) has prepared a Fact Sheet for additional updates on the website or through the on “Mosquito Information for Homeowners” regarding news media. Treatment dates and ongoing information West Nile Virus. Copies are available at the Parks, may also be obtained by calling the Mosquito Program Recreation and Forestry office or can be obtained through Information Line at (262) 796-6711. the DATCP website at http://datcp.state.wi.us. Mosquito Control and West Nile Virus A variety of pamphlets, fact sheets, brochures and other materials are available at the Parks, Recreation and What Property Owners Can Do Forestry office that will provide information related to Help Reduce the Risk to mosquito biology, personal protection, appropriate A critical element of an effective integrated mosquito source reduction around the home, and the overall City management program includes community outreach and integrated mosquito management program.

POLICE DEPARTMENT Brookfield’s Seventeenth Crime, from 8:30-9:00 p.m., brings everyone together National Night Out Planned for a great ending to this important community event. The Brookfield Task Force on Public Safety Education, The City of Brookfield will hold its seventeenth National Inc. is seeking volunteers for National Night Out. For Night Out event on Wednesday, August 5, 2015, from more information on this event or on volunteering, 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., in the Brookfield Civic Plaza area. please call the City of Brookfield Police Department’s Communities nationwide gather together in August every Crime Prevention Unit at (262) 787-3557. year to support this crime prevention and safety event. There will be many activities for all ages at National Night Preventing Bicycle Accidents Out. Information booths will be set up to provide tips on The following tips are offered to help prevent bicycle/ Neighborhood Watch, Identity Theft Protection, Internet motor vehicle accidents: Safety, Personal Safety, Bullying Prevention, Drug Abuse l Ride a safe bike. Prevention, Fire Prevention, Child Safety, Child ID Kits, l Senior Crime Prevention, Traffic and Bicycle Safety. Always wear a helmet when riding a bicycle. l The Waukesha County Incident Command Post, Obey all traffic signs and signals. Waukesha County Canine Unit, Self-Defense l Keep right when riding in traffic. educational demonstrations, Airbag Safety l Signal your moves with hand signals. demonstrations, musical entertainment, safety and talent l Drive defensively. performances, children’s games, and a dunk tank will l Keep control of your bicycle. be featured on the National Night Out grounds and Civic Plaza Stage area. Food, refreshments, and T-shirts l Watch for pedestrians. will be available at the event. A Flashlight Walk Against l Watch road conditions.

6 CITY OF BROOKFIELD NEWSLETTER l Be visible. area; and Mary Knoll Park, at 615 S. Sunnyslope Road l Maintain your level of awareness. (just south of I-94 near the water tower) where dogs must be on leashes when walked on grassy areas and trails. Dogs in City Parks All dogs more than five months old kept within the City ordinances require that dogs and cats be restrained City must have a current dog license affixed to its on leashes or under voice “command control” whenever collar, including within City parks. A dog without a on public streets, sidewalks, alleys, public grounds, and collar is deemed to be unlicensed by ordinance. Dog school grounds. In City parks, dogs must at all times be licenses may be obtained at the City Clerk’s office or on a leash not more than ten (10) feet in length. Dogs the Police Department. It is illegal to permit a dog are permitted only on parking lots and paved walkways or cat to be “at large”, off its owner’s property. City and are not allowed on any grassy areas or trails unless ordinance 6.08.080 also requires owners of dogs and specifically designated. cats to “immediately” remove their pet’s fecal matter However, in order to provide an opportunity for City from public or private property not belonging to the residents to walk/exercise their dogs as part of an pet owner, including all City parks. Hence, always carry outdoor recreational experience, the Parks and Recreation equipment sufficient to clean up your pet’s feces when Commission has designated special areas within two City off your own property. Failure to comply with the parks where dogs are allowed off paved areas: Mitchell City’s animal ordinances may result in the issuance of a Park, 19900 River Road (between Brookfield Road and municipal citation and subsequent monetary civil fine. Barker Road) where dogs are permitted on or off leash (if (Source: “Dogs in City Parks” pamphlet of Parks, under voice control) within the designated pet exercise Recreation and Forestry and City Ord. Chapter 6.08)

FIRE DEPARTMENT Summer Grilling Safety Tips Fire in the grill, under hot dogs and burgers, is a Leave Fireworks to the Professionals welcome sight at the family cookout. But fire anywhere Each Fourth of July, thousands of people, most else can make your summer kick-off barbecue memorable often children and teens, are injured while using for all the wrong reasons. consumer fireworks. With the exception of licensed pyrotechnic professionals whose job it l Propane and charcoal BBQ grills should only be is to conduct fireworks displays for permitted used outdoors. community festivals or events, both the City of l Check the gas tank hose for leaks before using it for the Brookfieldand Wisconsin Statutes strictly forbid first time each year. Apply a light soap and water solution any individual from selling, possessing or using to the hose. A propane leak will release bubbles. any type of fireworks within city limits. The only l The grill should be placed well away from the home, exception to this regulation are for items defined deck railings and out from under eaves and overhanging as “caps” or “sparklers” which are permitted, branches. Ten (10) feet is minimum recommendation. but which may not be used during community l Never leave your grill unattended. fireworks displays that are open to the public. State fire code regulations does not permit the use of gas or charcoal grills on the balconies of multi-family residential City of Brookfield, but residents are reminded of few structures like apartment buildings or condominium simple guidelines that need to be followed to ensure complexes. The only exception allowed is for use of a UL- that it’s done safely. listed electric grill that does not have an exposed heating l The following items are strictly prohibited: element, and only if it’s use is approved by the resident’s garbage, any material liberating a toxic substance or apartment management or condominium association. combustion, or producing a noxious odor or creating a health hazard, flammable liquids or other materials Things You Should Know which create a fire hazard, or open areas of standing About Open Burning grass, woods, brush or similar materials. Open burning of yard waste is permitted with the (continued on page 8)

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(continued from page 7) side lot line, and ten (10) feet from the rear lot line, l No burning shall be allowed between 7 p.m. and 8 a.m., provided the fire is watched and controlled with the and all fires must be completely extinguished by 7 p.m. aid of a garden hose or fire extinguisher if needed. l No open burning shall be allowed when the wind l No open burning is allowed at commercial or industrial velocity exceeds fifteen (15) miles per hour. businesses, nor shall commercial or industrial businesses l Open burning is only permitted on Tuesdays, be allowed to use burn barrels (or other forms of open Thursdays and Saturdays. burning) to dispose of waste generated by the business. l The amount of yard waste being burned cannot l Fires in barbecue pits, grills and outdoor fireplaces exceed two feet in height and five feet in diameter. (barbecues, portable barbecues, outdoor fireplaces, l The burn pile must be no closer than twenty-five (25) or grills) shall not be used for the disposal of rubbish, feet from the front lot line, fifteen (15) feet from the trash, or combustible waste material).

WATER DEPARTMENT Lawn Sprinkling Stop the Leaks To preserve our precious drinking water supply If your water bill seems high, it may be a result of leaks (groundwater in Brookfield) the City of Brookfield has in your plumbing. Many people do not realize that a regulations regarding lawn sprinkling. (This includes dripping faucet, leaking hose or toilet can waste thousands properties with private wells). Even numbered houses may of gallons. Did you know that a 1/8-inch diameter leak water only on even numbered days. Odd numbered houses wastes 2,500 gallons of water in just 24 hours? This type may only water on odd numbered days. When watering, of leak left unattended can lead to a significantly higher you will need to water before 9:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m. water bill for the quarter. Water softeners that regenerate This will make sure the water you sprinkle on your lawn too often can also waste lots of water. Leaking water is not will not evaporate as quickly as if you sprinkled in the only wasted, but also needs to be treated. Please conserve middle of the day. In case of excessive heat or drought, the and check your plumbing for leaks. It could save you Water Utility may put sprinkling bans in effect. money on your water and sewer bill.

IN THE VILLAGE

The Brookfield Village will hold some exciting events special activities just for the kids. Come one, come all over the course of the next several months, and we for a day of family fun! invite everyone to come to the Village to enjoy them. l A new event for the Village will be the Oldsmobile l Watch for the opening of the 2015 Village Farmer’s Classic Car Show which will take place on July 24 Market on June 4th. The market’s home is the at 7:00 p.m. in the Hoffman and Pleasant Street Hoffman Avenue parking lot and will feature an parking lots. Many classic and restored automobiles expanded list of vendors offering fresh produce, and from the glory days of the American auto industry specialty items. Come support our local and regional will be on display. vendors and sample some of the delicious goodies being l It’s not too early to plan on attending the Village’s offered each Thursday afternoon (3:00-7:00 p.m.) Art and Spirits Crawl this fall. Last year’s event drew l Our third annual Kid’s Fest will take place in McCoy over 800 people to the Village. Once again, many Park on Sunday, June 20th (11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.). of the sites in the Village will play host to artists This fun-filled annual event for the entire family from throughout the region. There will be plenty will include rock-climbing walls, bounce houses, an of tasty food, live music in several of the sites, and a entertainment stage, and much more. Local vendors wonderful atmosphere of welcome and good cheer. will provide food for purchase, and there will be Save the date: Friday, October 23rd.

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Celebrate Success! Congratulations to the Class of 2015! Herb Kohl Excellence Scholarship and Fellowship Recipients Inside this edition: At a recogntion luncheon reception on April 11, U.S. June 2015 • Orchestras Perform at Carnegie Hall Senator Herb Kohl (retired) recognized outstanding students • Student Excellence: Jacob Holiday and teachers in southeastern Wisconsin as 2015 recipients of • Staff Excellence: Erik Kass Herb Kohl Educational Foundation scholarships and fellow- • Community Excellence: Meg Wartman ships. Brookfield Central High School student Veronica Daniel • Elmbrook Schools’ Preschool “Do not follow where the • New Administrators for 2015-16 was awarded an Excellence Scholarship. Laurie Benz, path may lead. • Celebrate Success! Kindergarten teacher at Brookfield Elementary School, Veronica Daniel Laurie Benz Go, instead, where there is Brookfield Central H.S. Brookfield Elementary was named a Fellowship award recipient. no path and leave a trail.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson High School Orchestras Perform at District Recognizes Retirees and Outstanding Employees Message from the Carnegie Hall Written by Emily Lambert, Brookfield Central TYRO Each year the Board of Education recognizes retiring staff Connect With Us Superintendent Executive Assistant to the members who have dedicated their careers to serve Like us on The combined Brookfield Central and East orchestras traveled to New York City, NY over Superintendent and Board It is both students and the district. In addition, the Board recognizes spring break to play at Carnegie Hall. The prestigious hall is world renowned and has hosted of Education Secretary Follow us on outstanding employees who have been nominated and orchestras such as the Boston Symphony and Chicago Symphony, as well as performing inspiring and Carol Chetney retires chosen by a group of their peers who exemplify the skills groups such as the Beatles, Elton John, the Rolling Stones, and Louis Armstrong. from Elmbrook after humbling to and knowledge of their positions and go above and Elmbrook’s orchestras were invited to participate in the National Band and Orchestra 44 years of service. recognize beyond their daily duties to help others in their schools. Festival after submitting an audition tape last spring. After many hours of rigorous preparation, the orchestra traveled to New York and took the stage at Carnegie Hall on student and staff Retiring Employees – Thank You for Your Service: Paulette Brooks, Carol Chetney, 13780 Hope Street Saturday, April 4. The orchestra played pieces by composers who are still alive today, Judith Elmergreen, Michael Emery, Kathryn Hoff, Vickie Jakubowski, Carol Kern, Tamm Knowles, P.O. Box 1830 excellence each Mark Hansen, Superintendent Brookfield, WI 53008 Donna Kogut, Frances Korthof, Benjamin Leon, Carmen Pletzke, Jean Salewsky, Colleen Schnell, dubbed “living composers” by Orchestra Director, Dr. Denice Haney. They played Overture to school year. Robyn Martino, Kathy Matrise, Chris McGill, Christine O’Konek, Jean Parulski, Cynthia Ribish, 262-781-3030 the Wind by Kurt Mosier, Wind River Reflections by Jared Spears, and American Sketches by Julie Stockinger, Peter Wysocki Mark Hansen, Superintendent Joshua Reznicow. This month we celebrate Herb Kohl Tom Gehl, Board President Congratulations 2015 Outstanding Employees: Chris Thompson, Editor “It was an experience I will never forget.” Award Winners, a Contest-winning Video- Julie Biksadski–Student Information Coord., Central Office; Beth Chapin–Teaching and Learning Specialist, Jill Kokta, Design ~ BCHS Senior Composer Benjamin Karbowski grapher, an Orchestra performance at Brookfield East; Stephanie Gerard–Custodian, Wisconsin Hills; Karen Kaltenbrun–Physical Therapist, www.elmbrookschools.org Carnegie Hall, and the Wisconsin Business Fairview South; Kathryn Lambron–Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing, District-wide; The School District of Elmbrook welcomes your feedback for continuous improvement. Chris McBride–Social Studies Teacher, Brookfield Central; Niki Nestoras–ELL Teacher, Swanson; E-mail questions, feedback, and suggestions Manager of the Year. We also honor thirty Jeanne Siegenthaler–Principal, Dixon; Linda Zahn: Special Education Assistant, Pilgrim Park to [email protected]. staff members for being recognized as Influential Educators by graduating “Most Influential Educator” Award Recipients The mission of the School District of Elmbrook seniors from our two high schools. Thirty Elmbrook seniors who have achieved academic excellence were asked to nominate a teacher who had a, significant, positive impact on their education. The following Elmbrook teachers were chosen is to educate and inspire Finally, we celebrate service every student as “Most Influential Educators” and were honored in May: excellence, recognizing a Board Member’s Ronn Blaha, Patrick Coffey, Bob Crandall, Matt Dapelo, “Señor Mejac has the to think, Combined Brookfield Central and East Orchestras perform at Carnegie Hall. Chris Demos, special ability to to learn, Of particular significance was the debut of Brookfield Central senior Composer Benjamin twelve years of service to our School “Mr Rose is helpful, Jeff Gryzwa, connect with students; and to succeed. Karbowski’s Concertino in C Major for Two Cellos and String Orchestra Opus 3 No. 1. A current District and the Elmbrook community. supportive, and John Harder, member of the orchestra, Karbowski was overwhelmed to have his piece played for the motivating kids to These are but a few of the award makes difficult Steven Holm, first time ever at Carnegie Hall. “It doesn't seem real,” said Karbowski. “I am grateful and Emira Hot, reach higher levels of winners from the 2014-15 school year. calculus topics easily honored by all of the hard work each of my fellow musicians has dedicated to this Jason Kasmarick, performance. It was an experience I will never forget.” Thank you students and staff for your Craig Keir, proficiency.” LINK is written and produced by the understandable.” ~ BCHS Senior Advait Reddy School District of Elmbrook. The district is Amber Soik, (BCHS ’16) summarized the opportunity of a lifetime by saying, “I was Mike Marinello, solely responsible for content. The school passionate pursuit of excellence! ~ BEHS Senior David Wertz able to see New York City with my closest friends and then we were able to play together Katharine McClellan, Peter Mejac, Debra Moore, district and City of Brookfield are separate local government entities. in Carnegie Hall! It was a very unique and rewarding experience and I loved every minute Elyce Moschella, Joel Nellis, Peggy Ordinans, Jeff Ortman, Timothy Owen, Patrick Perez, Mark Ritter, All costs associated with LINK are covered Michael Rose, Kristin Simek, Marc Stanke, Daniel Tess, William Twitchell, Jason VanRoo, Susan Veeder. by the School District of Elmbrook. of it!” 12 9 June 2015 Link_Layout 1 5/18/15 4:55 PM Page 2

Staff Excellence: Erik Kass Named 2016 Business Manager of the Year FFrroomm ggrreeaatt ttoo ggrreeaatteerr!! When Erik Kass joined the district two engages district stakeholders in the decision- making process,” years ago, the district was faced with several said Superintendent Mark Hansen. financial challenges, including an unfunded Through Kass’ efforts, the Elmbrook Schools has eliminated its OPEB post-employment benefit (OPEB) obligation, obligation and reduced annual healthcare costs by $500,000, earning Student Excellence: Jacob Holiday Community Excellence: a lean administrative staff, high facilities costs the District’s Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations and Human Wins National Filmmaking Contest Meg Wartman Recognized for Resources the title of Wisconsin’s 2016 Business Manager of the Year. “Erik Kass has “I feel very honored,” Kass said of his award. “There are many people When Jacob Holiday recently earned first place in a nationwide Board of Education Service demonstrated deserving of this award, and I appreciate the opportunity to work with and an annual budget my staff, leadership team, and the school board on finding ways to support video contest, he capped a high school career filled with awards, After 12 years of making Elmbrook a better enormous capacity accomplishments, and many, many videos. As a Brookfield East school district through her work on the School shortfall in excess of to positively contribute student learning.” senior, Holiday raised the profile of video production through Board, Member Meg Wartman has said good- $1 million. “Since his “Erik Kass has demonstrated enormous capacity to positively contribute school and district celebration videos and the formation of a Film bye, choosing to not seek re-election when arrival at Elmbrook, toward the financial toward the financial health of the District,” said School Board Member Making Club. her term expired this spring. Erik has been proactive health of the District.” Glen Allgaier. “It is great to see him recognized amongst his peers for the Holiday first became interested in video work when, in 6th While Wartman’s service to the Elmbrook in addressing these ~ Elmbrook School Board Member work he has accomplished in Elmbrook.” grade, his family won a small video camera. He quickly took the Schools began like many other active parents issues and actively Glen Allgaier camera for his own use and, “much to the dismay of my friends and family members, who volunteer at their and family, recorded every waking moment of my life,” he said. children’s schools, Filmmaking appealed to Holiday “because of the diverse skills her role quickly expanded. “I became “We have very committed required to give life to board members and “Just watching him a compelling story.” active in advocating for the District’s A filmmaker needs administrators who are Seats Still Available for New Administrators for 2015-16 behind the scenes, he new elementary strong written and is meticulous.” buildings referen- working together to ensure Elmbrook Schools’ Preschool Elmbrook is fortunate to communication skills ~ BEHS Filmmaking Club Advisor dum in the late 90’s, our schools continue to be have the last two Wisconsin & English Teacher Jeff Ortman to draft a storyline, which broadened my the best in the state.” Associate Principals (AP) of science and math perspective to the the year lead its middle ~ Board of Education Member Meg Wartman skills to work with District level,” schools in 2015-16. lighting, and said Wartman. Mrs. Lisa Rettler, 2014 computer and Continued work on District Task Forces compelled Meg to join the AP Award Winner, will Lisa Rettler Mark Peperkorn programming School Board while her children were in the district. “It seemed crucial follow the retiring skills for visual to have parent voices on the Board so I decided to run in 2003,” she said. Robyn Martino as the effects and During her time on the Board, Wartman was an advocate for many Principal of Wisconsin Hills editing. issues, but one of the largest was upgrading the high school facilities. Middle School. Mark Peperkorn, 2015 Club advisor She also worked diligently to develop strong working relationships with Elmbrook Schools’ Preschool, taught by certified teachers licensed by AP Award Winner, succeeds Jeff Ortman com- staff, provide thoughtful oversight of the budget and policies, and help support the work of District Administration. the state of Wisconsin, will host a morning and afternoon session lasting newly appointed Director mended Jacob's attention to detail – “just watching him behind Now that her children are grown and out of the district, Wartman felt three hours each day, five days a week for students who are four years of Teaching & Learning the scenes, he is meticulous.” From deciding what he wants out Deanna Wellens Kristin Olson that it was time to make room for another parent to join the Board. old on or before September 1, 2015. Fun and engaging learning Mike Sereno as the of a shot to reviewing the footage, “he is just phenomenal.” “I had felt my strength in representing our constituents were my opportunities will be designed to assist students in preparing for Principal of Pilgrim Park Middle School. Joining Mr. Peperkorn at For the second year in a row, Holiday's effort resulted in a first connections through my daily interactions with the schools and the academic, social and emotional expectations of five-year-old Pilgrim Park will be Ms. Deanna Wellens, current Dean of Students at place finish in a nationwide competition sponsored by ProjectEd. community groups. I am pleased that another District parent, kindergarten. Wyoming Middle School in Wyoming, Ohio. Jacob plans to build on his success at UW-Madison, pursuing Scott Wheeler, was elected to the Board of Education this spring.” The Preschool will be located at Dixon Elementary. Limited to 120 Finally, Mrs. Kristin Olson will be the next Principal of Tonawanda a degree in Computer Science and a career in visual effects. As she leaves the Board, Wartman reflected that “We are fortunate to seats in its first year, families are encouraged to submit an application Elementary, following the departure of Dr. Alix Kasmarick. Mrs. Olson Thanks to his videos, Jacob's legacy at Brookfield East will live in a community that is very supportive of our schools, both public as soon as possible. More information, including additional tour has been a Teaching & Learning Specialist at Tonawanda for the past endure. and private, and places a strong value in education. I feel the District is opportunities may be found at www.elmbrookschools.org/preschool. five years. in wonderful hands. We have very committed board members and administrators who are working together to ensure our schools continue to be the best in the state.” 10 11 June 2015 Link_Layout 1 5/18/15 4:55 PM Page 2

Celebrate Success! Congratulations to the Class of 2015! Herb Kohl Excellence Scholarship and Fellowship Recipients At a recogntion luncheon reception on April 11, U.S. Senator Herb Kohl (retired) recognized outstanding students and teachers in southeastern Wisconsin as 2015 recipients of Herb Kohl Educational Foundation scholarships and fellow- ships. Brookfield Central High School student Veronica Daniel “Do not follow where the was awarded an Excellence Scholarship. Laurie Benz, path may lead. Kindergarten teacher at Brookfield Elementary School, Veronica Daniel Laurie Benz Go, instead, where there is Brookfield Central H.S. Brookfield Elementary was named a Fellowship award recipient. no path and leave a trail.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson District Recognizes Retirees and Outstanding Employees Each year the Board of Education recognizes retiring staﬀ Connect With Us Executive Assistant to the members who have dedicated their careers to serve Like us on Superintendent and Board students and the district. In addition, the Board recognizes of Education Secretary Follow us on outstanding employees who have been nominated and Carol Chetney retires chosen by a group of their peers who exemplify the skills from Elmbrook after and knowledge of their positions and go above and 44 years of service. beyond their daily duties to help others in their schools.

Retiring Employees – Thank You for Your Service: Paulette Brooks, Carol Chetney, 13780 Hope Street Judith Elmergreen, Michael Emery, Kathryn Hoﬀ, Vickie Jakubowski, Carol Kern, Tammy Knowles, P.O. Box 1830 Donna Kogut, Frances Korthof, Benjamin Leon, Carmen Pletzke, Jean Salewsky, Colleen Schnell, Brookfield, WI 53008 Robyn Martino, Kathy Matrise, Chris McGill, Christine O’Konek, Jean Parulski, Cynthia Ribish, 262-781-3030 Julie Stockinger, Peter Wysocki Mark Hansen, Superintendent Tom Gehl, Board President Congratulations 2015 Outstanding Employees: Chris Thompson, Editor Julie Biksadski–Student Information Coord., Central Oﬃce; Beth Chapin–Teaching and Learning Specialist, Jill Kokta, Design Brookfield East; Stephanie Gerard–Custodian, Wisconsin Hills; Karen Kaltenbrun–Physical Therapist, www.elmbrookschools.org Fairview South; Kathryn Lambron–Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing, District-wide; The School District of Elmbrook welcomes your feedback for continuous improvement. Chris McBride–Social Studies Teacher, Brookfield Central; Niki Nestoras–ELL Teacher, Swanson; E-mail questions, feedback, and suggestions Jeanne Siegenthaler–Principal, Dixon; Linda Zahn: Special Education Assistant, Pilgrim Park to [email protected].

“Most Influential Educator” Award Recipients The mission of the School District of Elmbrook Thirty Elmbrook seniors who have achieved academic excellence were asked to nominate a teacher who had a, significant, positive impact on their education. The following Elmbrook teachers were chosen is to educate and inspire as “Most Influential Educators” and were honored in May: every student Ronn Blaha, Patrick Coffey, Bob Crandall, Matt Dapelo, “Señor Mejac has the to think, Chris Demos, special ability to to learn, “Mr Rose is helpful, Jeff Gryzwa, connect with students; and to succeed. supportive, and John Harder, motivating kids to makes difficult Steven Holm, Emira Hot, reach higher levels of calculus topics easily Jason Kasmarick, Craig Keir, proficiency.” LINK is written and produced by the understandable.” ~ BCHS Senior Advait Reddy School District of Elmbrook. The district is ~ BEHS Senior David Wertz Mike Marinello, solely responsible for content. The school Katharine McClellan, Peter Mejac, Debra Moore, district and City of Brookfield are separate local government entities. Elyce Moschella, Joel Nellis, Peggy Ordinans, Jeff Ortman, Timothy Owen, Patrick Perez, Mark Ritter, All costs associated with LINK are covered Michael Rose, Kristin Simek, Marc Stanke, Daniel Tess, William Twitchell, Jason VanRoo, Susan Veeder. by the School District of Elmbrook. 12 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Four New Businesses production, so Treat Street moved its kitchen and retail shop to the same building that houses Biloba Brewing Open in the Village on Pleasant Street, just east of Brookfield Road. Four new businesses recently opened in the Village adding Petals Floral Design opened in the same Pleasant St. to the revitalization of this historic business district. building. Owner Carrie Kroening has done floral design The Gift Shoppe, opened at 2835 N. Brookfield Road, for weddings and special events for more than 15 years. at the corner with River Road. Owner Judy Carlin offers From corsages to bouquets to centerpieces, Petals a handpicked line of candles, cards, jewelry, and home provides beautiful arrangements while working within décor. Unique to The Gift Shoppe are “wind spinners” client’s budgets. Their new space includes a meeting in a variety of sizes, shapes and colors, many of which room and showroom for vases and accents, as well as are displayed outside the store. The Gift Shoppe’s cooler and production space for assembly. Cudahy location was voted “Best in Milwaukee”, Gift The Basket Weaving Studio opened next to Biloba in Shop Category, in 2014 by Shepard Express readers. the Pleasant St. building. Owner Dianne Gleixner began The Gift Shoppe received a loan from the Village Loan basket weaving in the late 1980s, and began teaching Pool to assist its project. The City partnered with First classes in 2008. Two days a week, she teaches classes to Bank Financial Center to create the loan pool. Loans people with a variety of skill levels. There are also open- of up to $25,000 are available at 1% interest to assist weave nights that offer a chance to exchange ideas and acquisition, remodeling and other capital expenses for hone skills. Classes run 3 to 8 hours, and complete kits business projects in the Village area. mean everyone leaves with a finished basket. Treat Street Gourmet Popcorn opened at 18720 W. Mayor Ponto noted he was pleased with all the new Pleasant St. Owner Wendy Anderson and her family business activity in the Village area. “Our administration, produce an array of popcorn flavors including Tender the Community Development Authority and the City White, Big Cheese, Dill Pickle, Blue Raspberry and Council have been very supportive of development in more. Their Butter Caramel corn is a favorite. the Village area, including the Hoffman Avenue parking Treat Street started in Pewaukee, and found its business lot and special events,” said the Mayor. “It is great to growing into providing popcorn for gifts, parties, see this level of business activity and the return on the weddings, and group events. More space was needed for investments the City is making in the Village area.”

ELMBROOK HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Join the Elmbrook Historical Society and of a loved one. All proceeds from your support of this help preserve the history of Brookfield and Elm Memorial Walkway will help fund the historical society in Grove for future generations. See our website our preservation efforts, events and education. For more for more information and an application: www. information on reserving your brick please check out our elmbrookhistoricalsociety.org website at www.elmbrookhistoricalsociety.org. The Dousman Stagecoach Inn Museum Where Tea in the Afternoon will be served at the Inn the first history comes alive! Tour the 1840’s Stagecoach Inn Sunday of each month, June-October, 1:00-3:30 p.m. and out buildings and learn about life in our area in the Enjoy a selection of teas or lemonade, finger sandwiches, mid 1800’s. The Dousman Stagecoach Inn Museum is fresh fruit, tarts, cookies or cakes. Tea is served in the located at 1075 Pilgrim Parkway, Brookfield. dining room of the Inn just as it was in the mid 1800’s. Tours: May-October 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month Admission: adults $12, children 2-12 $6. Tea includes a from 1:00-4:00 p.m. tour of the Inn. Reservations required: (262) 782-4057 Admission for non-members: Adults $6, Seniors 60+ or [email protected] $4, children 6-12 $3. Father’s Day Dads admitted Free to tour the Inn on Become a Part of History! Brick Memorial Walkway Father’s Day June 21st Reserve your place on the brick Memorial Walkway by Lecture Monday, Sept 21st, 7:00 p.m. Brookfield the Visitor’s Center. Your brick purchase supports the Library: Carol Jensen will talk about “Hats Off to Her- Elmbrook Historical Society in its preservation efforts. Story”: historic hats and the famous women who wore These bricks make great gifts in honor of or in memory them. FREE

SUMMER 2015 13 LIBRARY Book Clubs at the Library Brookfield Public Library Anyone interested in reading and discussing these titles is welcome. “Where to go, when you want to know!” Books are available at the Circulation Desk about one month before the discussion. Library Hours Armchair Travel Monday-Thursday...... 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 16, 10:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday...... 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Selection meeting for the 2015-16 season. Sunday (School Year)...... 1 to 4 p.m. Talking About Books Phone...... (262) 782-4140 Wednesday, June 10, 7:00 p.m. www.brookfieldlibrary.com Being Mortal by Atul Gawande. Selection meeting for fall 2015. It’s All Elementary — Mystery Book Club Regular Programs and Classes Monday, June 8, 7:00 p.m. Internet Resources You Need to Know! Just Cause by John Katzenbach Twice a month, our librarians will teach you something about Monday, July 13, 6:00 p.m.-note special time Internet resources or online databases on a particular topic. Pick up You read the book last month. Now see the movie! a full schedule at the Library. Monday, August 10, 7:00 p.m. Consumer Reports — ONLINE! Free from home with your Murder with Peacocks by Donna Andrews library card Saturday, June 6, 10:00 a.m. “Great Lives” Biography Book Group Monday, June 1, 2015*, 1:00 p.m. (date change — Memorial Day) Tuesday, June 9, 7:00 p.m. Coolidge by Amity Shlaes Gale Online Learning Classes — Online learning anytime, Monday, June 22, 1:00 p.m. anywhere... just a click away! Selection meeting for 2015-16 season. Saturday, August 1, 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 27, 1:00 p.m. Monday, August 10, 7:00 p.m. The Most Dangerous Man in America by Mark Perry Are you “At Knits End”? Monday, August 24, 1:00 p.m. Then join fellow knitters, both novices and experts at our knitting group. 1:00-3:00 p.m. Tuesdays: June 2 and 16; July 7 and 21; Short and Sweet Book Club August 4 and 18. Thursday, June 11, 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 9, 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 13, 1:00 p.m. Adult Internet Classes Contact the Library for book selections. Hands on Internet Classes for Adults. Registration required. NEW BOOK CLUB!! Keyboard and Mouse skills required. Classes are offered bi-monthly. Step Back in Time — Historical Fiction Book Club Thursday, June 18, 2:00 p.m. OR 7:00 p.m. June 16 Tuesday 2-3:00 p.m. Email Select which time works for you, and at our first meeting we will June 23 Tuesday 2-3:00 p.m. Advanced Email decide what time future meetings will be held. We will discuss The July 14 Tuesday 7-8:00 p.m. Introduction to the Internet 1 Undertaking by Audrey Magee. July 21 Tuesday 7-8:00 p.m. Introduction to the Internet 2 Thursday, July 16 August 4 Tuesday 7-8:00 p.m. Email Thursday, August 20 August 11 Tuesday 7-8:00 p.m. Advanced Email Special Presentations Basic Word Classes Have an e-Reader? Offered bi-monthly. Keyboard and Mouse skills required. Learn how to use Overdrive and Wisconsin’s Digital Library for Please register for a Part 1 and Part 2. eBooks. This demonstration will provide a general introduction to June 19 Friday 10-11:00 a.m. Part 1 accessing e-books from the Library. Monday, June 15, 7:00 p.m.; June 26 Friday 10-11:00 a.m. Part 2 Friday, July 24, 2:00 p.m.; Saturday, August 15, 2:00 p.m. August 20 Thursday 2-3:00 p.m. Part 1 Winston Churchill August 27 Thursday 2-3:00 p.m. Part 2 Thursday, June 4, 7:00 p.m. Historical Re-enactor Randy Otto brings Winston Churchill, one of Basic Computer Class the best-known, and some say one of the greatest, statesmen of the Offered bi-monthly. No computer skills required. Learn what 20th century to life. Open to ages 12 and up. computers are all about. Registration required. Art Lesson in the Library! July 10 Friday 2-3:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, 1:30-3:30 p.m. • REGISTRATION REQUIRED Pamela Scesniak, an instructor at Artist and Display in Milwaukee,

14 CITY OF BROOKFIELD NEWSLETTER Teen Book Tasting Party! The Friends of the Brookfield Library are Thursday, July 9, 2:00 p.m. • REGISTRATION REQUIRED accepting donations of books, cds, dvds, and You have four minutes to find out if you like a book. Will you find a audio books throughout the summer at the match? Refreshments will be served. Open to ages 12-18. Library’s circulation desk. Arm Knitting for Teens Thursday, August 6, 2:00 p.m. • REGISTRATION REQUIRED will teach you how to create your very own landscape drawing using Learn the basics of arm knitting and complete your own super-soft, charcoal! All materials will be provided. chunky cowl. Open to ages 12-18. A Celtic Concert Adult Summer Reading Program — Unmask! Thursday, August 20, 7:00 p.m. Monday, June 8-Saturday, August 15 In honor of Irish Fest, renowned Celtic harp musician Jeff Pockat will Don’t hide behind that book! Stop by the Brookfield Public Library play the enchanting melodies of beautiful Ireland. All ages are welcome! to tell us what you have read or listened to this summer. Just complete an entry form and place it in the box by the Adult Watch it and (Tr)eat Reference Desk for your chance to win a masktastic prize package! Wednesday, August 19, 5:30 p.m. • REGISTRATION REQUIRED Enter as often as you like. Join us for this program, where we will watch and discuss a classic royal musical from 1951 starring Fred Astaire and Jane Powell, while Ice Cream Social enjoying popcorn and a dessert. Registration begins Tuesday, August 4. Thursday, August 6, 7:00 p.m. Join us in the Library Courtyard as we celebrate the “almost end” of Just Bead It! Summer Reading. Enjoy a sweet treat! Sponsored by the Friends of Tuesday, June 16, 6:30 p.m. • REGISTRATION REQUIRED the Library. All ages are welcome! The Loose Bead Society of Greater Milwaukee will teach you how to create your very own memory wire bracelet! All materials will be Put Your Heart on Paper-Memoir Writing Wednesdays, 1-3:00 p.m. provided. Register at the Adult Reference Desk. June 10; June 24; July 8; July 22; August 12; August 26 Never Give Up!: An Inspirational Talk Whether your goal is to preserve memories, compile a collection of Wednesday, June 17, 6:30 p.m. stories from your life, or write and publish a memoir, these sessions Local author Gary Beyer will share his journey since being diagnosed will get you on your way. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND with a rare debilitating muscle condition. Books will be available for ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED. Participants are STRONGLY signing and purchase. encouraged to attend all sessions. Led by published author and Read it and Eat Brookfield resident Lois Patton. Wednesday, July 15, 6:00 p.m. • REGISTRATION REQUIRED Children’s Programs Join us for a discussion of Elizabeth the Queen: The life of a Modern Monarch by Sally Bedell Smith and a meal inspired by the book. Children’s Summer Reading! Registration begins Tuesday, June 16. Sponsored by the Friends of Every Hero Has a Story the Library. (Friends members may register Monday, June 15) Registration begins: Monday, June 8. Open to children 12 years old and younger. Ladies and Gentleman…the Beatles! Incentive prizes will encourage kids to keep reading (or being read Saturday, June 13, 2:00 p.m. to) all summer, and that’s just the beginning of the fun! We have Find out how four lads from Liverpool, England conquered lots of special programs planned to enrich and entertain, including the American music world as Beatles historian Aaron Krerowicz book clubs, storytimes, legos, cows, movies, and craft days. presents “February 1964: The Beatles Conquer America”. Open COME AND JOIN THE SUMMER FUN magicians, live animals, to ages 12 and up. musicians, puppeteers, storytellers, trucks, yoga, comedians, Going Back to Move Forward forensics, a carnival and more! This program runs concurrently Thursday, July 9. 7:00 p.m. with 1000 Books Before Kindergarten. Ask for details at the Local author John Sponcia will discuss his new book. Proceeds from the Children’s Reference Desk. sale of this book are being donated to the Wounded Warrior Project. Hoops and Scoops “How to Stay Young for the First 100 Years” Tuesday, June 30, 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, 7:00 p.m. Children ages 4 and up and their caregivers are invited to a special Learn how to avoid and prevent spinal disorders to help assure you storytime presentation with authors Sara Akin (Three Scoops and can enjoy your extended life. Presented by Foti Chiropractic. a Fig) and Thelma Godin (The Hula Hoopin’ Queen). Enjoy their books, some hula hoopin’, and other surprises! Sponsored by the For Teens Friends of the Library. Teen Summer Reading Program — Unmask! Read to Rover Monday, June 8-Saturday, August 15 Children can read aloud to a certified therapy dog! Teens, earn prizes just for reading. Registration begins Monday, June 8. Teen Blind Date with a Book Puppets Shows with Reid Miller June 15 through June 20 Fridays: July 10, 17, 21, and 31, 10:00 a.m. Don’t judge a book by its cover! Open to ages 12-18. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

SUMMER 2015 15 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Recycling Center than a timer can save you money by purchasing less salt. The City’s Recycling Center is located at 19700 This can also reduce the amount of chlorides that are Riverview Drive. Please note our hours of operation: discharged to our rivers, streams and lakes. Water softeners operate by using salt to reduce mineral Saturdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. All year hardness of water. A byproduct of the softening process (except major holidays) is wastewater containing high amounts of chloride, Tuesdays and 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. April 1-November 30 which passes through into the environment. Thursdays (except major holidays) So how can you start saving money and the environment? Be sure to bring proof of residence when you visit l Soften only the water that needs to be softened. Cold the Center. Residents may also hire licensed contractors tap drinking water lines and the outside water spigots with a valid yard waste haulers permit and signed point of should bypass the water softener. origin of the yard waste material. A current list of licensed contractors is available from the City Clerk’s office or on l Calibrate your softener to Brookfield’s water supply, the City’s website at www.ci.brookfield.wi.us. around 23 grains per gallon. For a complete list of recycling options please visit our l If you have a timer based regeneration system, check web site at: www.ci.brookfield.wi.us. the timer; you may be able to increase the interval Garlic Mustard: do not bring to the Recycling Center. between regeneration cycles without affecting water Place it in a clear bag marked “Garlic Mustard” and set quality. Increase the time by one day and see if there out with your trash. Do not put any other vegetation in is any noticeable difference for one month. the bag with the garlic mustard. l Switch from a timer to a demand initiated regeneration (DIR) control. This type of control will pay for itself in Mailbox and Landscaping Woes as little as 3 years from reduced salt and water use. Snow plowing can take a toll on mailboxes and other items located within City right-of-way! Please keep Sump Pumps Keep Your Basement these suggestions in mind: Dry or Cause Basement Backups — l Keep your mailbox simple! If a City snow plow How is that Possible? damages a mailbox, the City will only repair it with a Your sump pump can keep your basement dry if it standard black metal mailbox and post. If you have a works and discharges to the proper location. But it can custom made or expensive mailbox the City will only also cause basement backups if not properly discharged. pay up to $50.00 with a paid receipt of repairs. If your sump pump is large enough, operating properly l Do not plant or place any type of structure in City during heavy rains, and discharges to your yard (at least right-of-way. Lamp posts, sprinkler systems, fencing, six feet from the foundation to ground that drains away etc., are not normally repaired if damaged by from your house) or to a storm sewer or ditch, then it plowing. The City owned right-of-way width varies should keep your basement dry. but is typically 18 feet from the road edge. If you want to know specifically where the right-of-way line However, if your sump pump can’t keep up with the is please contact Engineering. flow of water into your sump crock during heavy rains it can result in overflowing sump crocks and make l No construction is allowed within City right-of-way your basement wet. These undersized sump pumps without a permit. allow excess water to run across the floor to the floor Work Zone Safety drain and into the sanitary sewer contributing to Each year in Wisconsin, both highway workers and basement backups. motorists are killed and injured in crashes that happen Undersized sump pumps can cause basement backups. in highway construction zones. Please slow down and Furthermore, if the sump pump is illegally routed obey the signs when entering a work zone. to your laundry tub or to a floor drain, that water ultimately drains to the sanitary sewer system. Illegally Save Money, Save Salt connected sump pumps also cause basement backups. and Help the Planet Route them properly as identified below. Operating your water softener more efficiently or It should be routed outside to an above ground drain purchasing one that operates based on demand rather pipe (fairly easy to check) or to a storm sewer (more

16 CITY OF BROOKFIELD NEWSLETTER difficult to check). If it does not discharge to a drain pipe business. However, if you prefer, you can now bring outside, where does it go? If you can not figure this out, appliances to the City of Brookfield Recycle Center. contact Engineering at (262) 787-3919 for assistance. This service is for City of Brookfield residents ONLY. By checking your sump pump, you can reduce the The following appliances will be accepted: potential for a wet basement in the future and help keep l Air Conditioners l Stoves your neighbor’s dry as well. l Dehumidifiers l Ovens/Ranges Appliances are Now Accepted l Dishwashers l Refrigerators at the City’s Recycle Center l Dryers l Washers When you purchase a new appliance you can request that the dealer remove your old appliance — they l Freezers l Water Coolers will usually do this at no extra cost if they want your l Microwaves l Water Heaters

WILSON CENTER Summer at the Wilson Center (week 1) or July 6-10 (week 2). To learn more, visit www. Summer gets a jump start at the Sharon Lynne Wilson wilson-center.com/arts-camp or call (262) 373-5037. Center for the Arts on Saturday, June 6, with The Also starting in June, gather your family and friends, Big Event! An exhilarating pack your lawn chairs and picnic baskets, and find your evening complete with perfect spot in the Wilson Center’s beautiful backyard dinner, dancing, and for Starry Nights! A series of free outdoor concerts first-class entertainment performed at the Gerlach/Haack Outdoor Theater on — including an exclusive Friday evenings in the summer, the 2015 artist line-up concert by Naturally 7 and includes Sam Llanas (June 26), The BriTins, as well as a post-party performance the annual Classic Car Night (July 10), Above the Town by Streetlife — The Big (July 17), Valley of the Dolls (July 24), Paul Cebar Event is the major channel through which the Wilson Tomorrow Sound (July 31), and the Wilson Center Center raises funds for educational programming. For Big Band with special guest Jenny Thiel (August 7). All more information, or to sponsor the 2015 Big Event, concerts begin at 6:30 p.m.; to learn more, visit www. contact Amber Nelson at (262) 373-5033 or email wilson-center.com/starry-nights-series. [email protected]. Let your creativity shine this summer! The Wilson On Monday, June 22, join the Wilson Center our Center offers visual art classes for adults, children, and annual Golf Classic, featuring a day of golf and families. From Fantasy Pet Portraits to Mosaic Madness exceptional food in one of the area’s most beautiful to Alla Prima Painting, and much more — students settings — The Legend at Merrill Hills. Attendees of all ages can expand their perspective and have fun. and sponsors will participate in a round of golf Plus, Free Family Art Workshops are offered on the topped off with an evening cocktail party, silent second Saturday of each month! Register today at www. auction, raffles, and dinner. For more information, or wilson-center.com/classes or call (262) 373-5023. to learn about our sponsorship opportunities, please Summer winds down with one of the hottest tickets contact Amber Nelson (262) 373-5033 or email in town — the third annual Wilson Center Guitar [email protected]. Competition and Festival! Taking place August 13- In June and July, children can explore the natural world 15, this multi-genre festival features four different through the arts in Arts Camp: The Art of Nature! competitions and three ticketed concert events: Ana Teaching artists will help every child discover the Vidovic (August 13 at 7:30 p.m.), Jonathan Kreisberg wonderful sounds, patterns, colors, and rhythms in our Quartet and The Troy Stetina Band (August 14 at own backyard — Brookfield’s beautiful Mitchell Park. 7:30 p.m.), and Leo Kottke with special guest Antoine Recommended for students entering grades 1−6 in Fall Dufour (August 15 at 7:00 p.m.). To learn more, visit 2015, two different sessions are available: June 22-26 www.wilson-center.com/guitar-competition-festival.

SUMMER 2015 17 FOR YOUR INFORMATION

preservatives. For maps and more information go Trash Delay to the Household Hazardous Waste site at www. Trash pickup will be delayed one day following waukeshacounty.gov/. Labor Day, September 7th. (The week of the 4th Disposal of Latex Paint of July should remain on schedule.) Remember to have garbage and recyclables out by 7:00 a.m. 1) Use it all up. 2) Dry out the paint outside by removing the lid and allow to dry. For larger paint quantities, put into a Fireworks Regulated shallow cardboard box lined with a plastic bag and Brookfield Municipal Code 8.20.030 prohibits the add some kitty litter to speed up the process. use of any fireworks other than caps and sparklers. 3) A product called “Waste Paint Hardener” is available Firecrackers, bottle rockets, at hardware stores. It hardens latex paint in minutes cherry bombs, M-80’s, etc. rather than days. Remember to keep the lid off so your are illegal to sell, possess, garbage man knows it can be accepted. or use within the City of Brookfield. Election Info Only organizations may There are no more elections for the remainder of the year. apply for a fireworks permit normally issued for festivals Solicitors/Transient Merchants or celebrations. A permit Wondering who is currently licensed to solicit in the may be applied for through the City Clerk’s office. No City of Brookfield? The City’s homepage now has this unauthorized person may use caps, or sparklers at a information. Visit www.ci.brookfield.wi.us and look fireworks display for which a permit has been issued if under News & Announcements. the display is open to the public, especially at the 4th of Solicitors must carry the ID badge/permit with them July fireworks display. when they are soliciting. Following are prohibited Violations of this ordinance may result in a citation as practices. If you experience a solicitor who is not following well as confiscation of any unused illegal fireworks. In the rules, call the police dispatch right away so they can addition to citing juveniles, parents may also be cited for respond to the area while the person is still present. allowing their children to violate the fireworks ordinance. Prohibited Practices: Dispose of your Hazardous a. Calling at any dwelling between the hours of 8:00 Waste Responsibly p.m. and 9:30 a.m., except by appointment. Advanced Disposal will not accept oil-based paints. b. Calling at any dwelling where a sign is displayed In addition, the following items should be brought bearing the words “No Peddlers”, “No Solicitors” or to the locations listed below: acids, antifreeze (used), words of similar meaning; bug spray/insecticides, carburetor cleaning, solvents, c. Calling at the rear door of any dwelling place; or chemicals (hobby/photo), concrete cleaner, degreasers, remaining on premises after being asked to leave by fertilizer with weed killer, furniture stripper, gasoline/ the owner, occupancy or any other person having lighter fluid/kerosene, fluorescent bulbs, lacquers, authority over such premises; lead paint, mercury thermometers, motor oil, oil- d. Making false, deceptive or misleading statements based paint, paint thinners, pool chemicals, poisons, concerning the quality, quantity or character of any polish with solvent, spot remover, weed killer, wood goods offered for sale, the purpose of their visit, or identity of the organization being represented; Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Sites e. Not more than two individuals shall engage in direct Menomonee Falls @ Veolia Environmental selling or solicitation upon any premises for the Services, W124 N9451 Boundary Rd. (124th St.) same goods or services or for the same religious or Waukesha @ City Incinerator Bldg., 900 Sentry Dr. charitable purposes; Muskego @ Jensen Environmental Mgt., f. No transient merchant, permanent merchant or W144 S6347 College Ct. charitable organization shall make any loud noises Franklin, 10518 S. 124th St. to attract customers than can be heard outside the radius of 1,000 feet.

18 CITY OF BROOKFIELD NEWSLETTER g. No direct seller or charitable solicitor shall solicit 4. Must be proficient in reading and writing English or conduct business with persons in motor vehicles with effective communication skills. upon a road, street or alley, as defined by Section 5. Must be physically able to stand or sit for long 340.01(22) in the Wis. Stats. periods of time. h. No ice cream vendor or solicitor operating from a 6. Must be able to increase pace of work while moving vehicle shall continue sales during the hours maintaining accuracy. of darkness as defined in Wis. State Stats. 340.01(23). 7. Must be able to maintain neutrality in a politically i. Permits are not valid for use on January 1, the charge environment. Thursday prior to Easter through Easter, the 8. Must be capable of comprehending and following Thursday of Thanksgiving through the Sunday established election laws and procedures. following, and December 24, 25, 26 and 31. 9. Must be able to withstand swings between long, Poll Worker Recruitment boring hours with no voters and hectic hours with a We are recruiting poll workers for the 2016-2017 large turn-out. Election Cycle. If you are interested in applying, please 10. Must be committed to attending training prior to contact the City Clerk at (262) 782-9650 to request an each election assigned to work. application packet. Position Requirements Election Schedule 1. Knowledge equivalent to a high school diploma. 2016 2017 Knowledge of election law preferred. Third Tuesday in February Third Tuesday in February First Tuesday in April First Tuesday in April 2. Must be qualified electors of the municipality. Must not be a candidate for any office on the ballot. Second Tuesday in August No Fall Elections First Tuesday after the first 3. Must be able to hear well in an environment where Monday in November background (crowd) noise is likely.

HUMANE SOCIETY Wagfest to Return to Mitchell Park — return offering lure courses, dog games, a doggy art studio, reduced cost micro-chipping and scanning, nail Saturday, September 12! trimming, nose work practice area, Puptini’s, and of Tails will be plentiful and wagging on Saturday, course, samples for your canine pal. September 12, 2015, at Brookfield’s Mitchell Park from 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. What can you expect to do? Shop at one of the 70 as Elmbrook Humane vendors expected to be in attendance. Come with Society (EBHS) hosts an empty stomach to indulge in one or more of the its Annual Wagfest many food and beverage vendors that will be offering fundraiser. a variety of delicious options. Sit back and relax while enjoying awesome music by Joe Richter and Those The 8th Annual Wagfest Fabulous Tremtones. It’s a great day to simply take is the place for animals in the antics of a variety of dogs while enjoying the and their people to beautiful Mitchell Park! come together as a community to celebrate the bond between them. For There is something for everyone at Wagfest, and with those without a dog, make sure to attend to make some no admission fee, there is no reason not to mark your new friends! The day long festival includes food, live calendar to spend all or part of the day! music, shopping, a silent auction, raffles, and of course, All proceeds from Wagfest will benefit the animals at the activities for dogs. Silent auction and raffle prizes will Elmbrook Humane Society, which is the only No Kill feature gift certificates to local restaurants, themed gift shelter in Waukesha County. For more information, visit baskets, pet related items, and more! http://www.ebhs.org/index.php/events/wag-fest What can you expect for dogs to do? Wagfest will and https://www.facebook.com/EBHS1964/events.

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FINANCE DEPARTMENT Property Tax Amounts Waukesha County Treasurer 515 W. Moreland Boulevard Rm 148 Available Online Waukesha, WI 53188 The second installment of your property tax payment Please note second installment tax payments are is due to Waukesha County by July 31st. Bills from the NOT accepted at the City of Brookfield. Waukesha County Treasurer should arrive in mid-June, but you can view your tax bill online at any time. Follow Utility Bill Payment Options these easy instructions: The City of Brookfield offers citizens multiple options 1. Go to www.ci.brookfield.wi.us. On the Home to pay sewer and water utility bills. Page, click on the Quick Links Button on the left To pay by credit card, please use the City website at side of the screen, and under Finance click the www.ci.brookfield.wi.us. Click on the Payments “Pay/Search Property Tax” link. button on the left-hand side of the screen. Please note 2. Follow the on screen Search Instructions on how that a nominal convenience fee will be charged by the to enter the search. If the instructions are not credit card service provider to cover processing fees. displayed, click on the Search Instructions heading Credit card payments are only available online and and it will display them. cannot be accepted at City Hall. 3. You can then locate your property and click on If you use an online bill pay service, please make sure to “Listing” or “Bill.” enter the entire account number as shown on the bill to 4. When clicking on “Bill,” the bottom of the screen ensure that the payment is applied to the correct account. will display any outstanding balance, and if you Other methods of payment available are via mail, in- click on “Show all transactions,” it will show the person at the Treasurer’s office with cash or check only, “Effective” date when a payment was made and dropping your payment in the drop box located outside how much the payment was. the North clock tower entrance and the Automatic Assessments and prior payments going back to the year Payment Plan (APP). 2000 are available to view, by selecting the year you would The APP offers an easy, convenient way to have your like to see from the drop down at the top of the screen. payments automatically deducted from your checking You can use this website to print tax receipts, find account at no cost on the due date. Please call the current amounts due, previous payments and various Finance Department at (262) 782-9650 or visit payment options, as well as make payments. the Payments link on the City website for an APP A pre-addressed envelope will be enclosed with your bill enrollment form. from Waukesha County. Please Note: The pre-addressed envelope for utility The second installment of your tax payment should be payments will be changed to the City of Brookfield’s made payable and mailed to: bank processing center located in West Allis.