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UW Extension Retain the Rain Workshop, see brochure for date and time

Before you dig Call WE Energies

 Gypsy moth season is here, see DNR article for more information

Leaving Pets or Kids in Cars can be Fatal

As bear sightings are becoming more common, here are some tips and contact information regarding bear sightings*

Mill Road Update
Mill Road will be closed to ALL thru traffic (including emergency vehicles) from Woodland Drive to Sawmill Court for bridge reconstruction beginning Monday, June 14th at approximately 9am.  Mill Road will remain closed until the construction work is completed (anticipated to be the end of August).   There will be no posted detour route, however advanced warning signs will be posted.

 In addition, the remaining portions of Mill Road (from Sawmill Court to Arboretum Drive) will be closed to thru traffic.  Access to Sawmill Court will be maintained for local residents throughout the project. If you have any questions concerning this closure, please contact Jim Madden at (608) 850-8500.

 Woodland - Mill Road Projects Press Release

Woodland - Mill Road Projects
2010:  South Woodland Drive local project with the Mill Road local project
2011:  The Federal Woodland project
Please refer to the maps for details.  More information will be posted as it develops.
Woodland - Mill Road Projects Map
*The plans are not yet finalized*

Black Bear Sightings
The Waunakee Police Department has received several reports of bear sightings in the village.  The Wisconsin DNR has been contacted about the sightings.  The DNR states the bear’s activities are normal for this time of year, as the black bear population in Wisconsin is expanding and bears are continually moving further south.  The following links to the WI DNR’s website provide more information on black bear sightings.
WDNR News Release - Black Bear Sightings Continue to Rise in Southwest Wisconsin
WDNR News Release - Early black bear sightings in Southern Wisconsin

USDA Rural Development Spring Newsletter

Property Assessments in a Declining Market

Communities of Bishop's Bay Development Timeline
Click here for
the proposed timeline for the public review process for the Communities of Bishop's Bay development.  The public is welcome to attend this information session featuring a presentation about the development and an open house format for review of the project's exhibits.

Clean Sweep Household Hazardous Waste Site Announces 2010 Season Opening: Site Open on Saturday May 1st.  Please see the Clean Sweep page for more information about this program.

Frequently Asked Census Questions

Floodplain and Shoreland Management Newsletter

Dane County Land Conservation 2010 Erosion and Stormwater Control Newsletter
With another construction season upon us, the Land Conservation Division would like to remind everyone of Dane County's Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Ordinance and inform you of recent regulatory changes. Please take a moment to read the 2010 newsletter.

Dane County Advises Caution When Spreading Manure

CARPC Climate Change Presentation
The presentation of NADO's climate change webinar - hosted by CARPC on Feb. 17 - may be viewed online at http://www.nado.org/resources/climatechange.wmv.  The materials in support of the presentation may be downloaded at http://www.capitalarearpc.org/planners_forum.html under the "2010" tab.

Open Book and Board of Review dates have been set.  Please check the assessments page for additional details.

Dane County Cultural Affairs Commission Calendar and Posters Available
The Town of Westport has 2010 Dane County Cultural Affairs Commission Calendars available for sale at the Town Administration Building.  The cost of the calendar is $8 each.  In addition, the 2010 Dane County Cultural Affairs Commission posters have arrived.  The posters are available on a suggested donation basis. 

Facts About Meningitis 

Information Guide to Help Educate Municipalities About Juveniles Who Sexually Offend

Invisible Health Threat May be Present in Your Home

Plant Dane! Program Makes Native Plants Available at Greatly Reduced Prices

Waunakee EMS to Host CPR Course
Waunakee Area EMS is very excited to offer a CPR course once a month during 2010.  This will be open, in particular to all residents within the district.  The majority of the classes will be held at the EMS station, but they will also make their way around the district to other sites.  The cost for the course is $25. They will be limiting the number for each class to 12.  Please click on the above link for more information.

Town of Westport Annual Newsletter

H1N1 Information

Reverse 911 System

Message to Waunakee Senior Center Users
Town of Westport Seniors:  When using the Waunakee Senior Center, please let them know that you are a Westport resident, not a Waunakee resident even though your address may say Waunakee.  This helps to get an accurate count.  Thank you. Silver Notes

North Mendota Parkway Information

Information on Spiny Water Flea

Dangerous Dog Article

Friends of Cherokee Marsh - Newsletter - Website

Important Information on Garlic Mustard - Garlic Mustard Article
Please place Garlic Mustard in a garbage bag and label "Garlic Mustard" for pickup.

Important Information on Emerald Ash Borer