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The West Allis/West Mil-waukee Chamber of Com-merce presented the 2015Awards for this year's Citizens,Business and Young Profes-sionals of the Year. Congratu-lations to Pat Hladilek andCarl Knapp, our Citizens ofthe Year. Congratulations toHeiser Chevrolet andMalteu-rop, our Businesses of theYear. Congratulations to EdLisinski and Karyn Elliott,our Young Professionals of theYear. These people and busi-nesses are outstanding leadersin our community and deserveto be recognized for their ef-forts. They clearly are amazing people who really care about helping oth-ers and make a huge impact in our community.

Pictured are Carl Knapp, the West MilwaukeeCitizen of the Year, John Stalewski who presentedthe awards, and Karyn Elliott our Young Profes-sional of the Year.

WAWMChamberofCommerceHonors WestMilwaukee'sCarl Knapp, KarynElliott andMalteurop

Malteurop, formerlyFroedtertMalt, namedWestMilwaukee's Business of the Year.

Friday, August 21, 2015 5:00pm-9:00pm

West Milwaukee Intermediate School

5104 W. Greenfield Avenue FREE ADMISSION

FIREWORKS

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MASCOT RACES

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Real EstateTax PaymentsFinal tax payment installment is due on July 31, 2015Please make sure that your tax payment is either in our office bythis date, or postmarked by the post office by this date. Pleasewrite your parcel/key number in the memo section on your check.If you would like a receipt mailed to you, you must send the orig-inal or a copy of your bill and we will mark the payment and re-turn your bill to you.

Please make checks payable to:Village of West Milwaukee

Please write your parcel/key number in the memo sec-tion on your check. If you would like a receipt mailed toyou, you must send the original or a copy of your bill, andwe will mark the payment and return your bill to you.

After the July 31, 2015 due date the tax bills will beturned over to Milwaukee County and you

will have to make payments toMilwaukee County (414) 278-4033.

Village News BriefsSummer 2015WM Village News

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President’s Message

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Now that summer is upon us, drive cautiously for children inthe area. Pershing Elementary School is serving three meals a day,every weekday this summer and the playground is going to be verybusy.

Did you know?1. All dogs AND cats in Milwaukee County need to be li-

censed each year. Animal licenses expire on December 31 of eachyear and must be renewed by April 1 of the next year to prevent alate fee!2. All animals are required to have fresh food once a day

and constant access to water per West Milwaukee ordinance.3. Animals “at large” are considered animals off the prop-

erty of the owner. If an animal is not on a leash when off ownerproperty, including cats, it can be picked up for being “at large”and brought to Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Com-mission, our animal control facility, where fees will need to be paidbefore an animal can be returned to their owner.We planted the garden around the Centennial Clock area with

different plants and various color flowers. I would like to thankRosie Lemmerman for helping us plant the garden as well as vol-unteering to help with tending to the garden throughout the sum-mer. I received very nice comments about the appearance of area.We have a lot going on in the Village this summer. The Village

Board decided this year we will start the street renovation proj-ects; the first half of the season phase one will be the North end of53rd Street, all of 55th Street from West Burnham Street to WestMitchell Street along with changes at Miller Park Way at West Lin-coln Avenue and Miller Park Way at West Greenfield Avenue. Thesecond half of the season, phase two will be 55th Street from WestLapham Street to West Greenfield Avenue, 54th Street from WestBurnham Street to West Lapham Street, the south end of South53rd Street to West Beloit Road and 50th Street from West Green-field Avenue to West National Avenue. Thank you for your pa-tience during these projects. The new construction in the Village is a SUDZ car wash on

Miller Park Way at West Lincoln Ave; an O’Reilly Auto Partsstore on 40th and West Greenfield Avenue and a new commercialretail building on the northeast corner of Miller Park Way at WestGreenfield Avenue. After repeated requests for volunteers and interested citizens to

participate in rejuvenating the Historical Society, there has been noresponse. So for now it is on a hiatus meaning that perhaps some-time in the near future with enough participation it can start upagain.Have a safe and exciting summerRonald Hayward

Tax Payments by credit and debit cards

Payments are accepted in our office or online at www.GovPayNow.com

Enter PLC # 8020 or 7894PLC: 8020 = TAXES

Taxes, assessment and ownerinformation is now available online.Village website. www.westmilwaukee.org

Property Information: www.apraz.com(You can access Real Estate property information. For residentialparcels more detailed information is available – Style, stories, year

built, assessments, legal descriptions and more.)

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For Your Information

2016 Elections7:00 am – 8:00 pm

West Milwaukee Community Centreʼ 1345 South 47th Street

Spring Primary February 16, 2016Spring Election and Presidential Preference Vote April 5, 2016

Village of West Milwaukee elected officials: 2 Village Trustees and 1 Municipal JudgePartisan Primary August 9, 2016

Fall General Election November 8, 2016

Speak Up - But First Say Cheese!

Most people already have the photo ID they need to vote inthe next election. If you don’t, get a Wisconsin state ID card forfree at your nearby Division of Motor Vehicles. You just need afew papers, like a certified birth certificate, Social Security cardand a utility bill. There are several different documents you can use. So get

your free ID today and remember to bring it when you vote.

When are Absentee Ballots Available?Absentee ballots are available two weeks before each election.

VOTER LISTS: Can be obtained through the Government Accounta-bility Board. Contact (608) 266-8005 for more information.VOTER ELIGIBILITY: You must meet the following requirements tobe eligible to vote:* United States Citizen * Age 18 or older on or by Election Day*Resident of the Village of West Milwaukee for at least 28 days beforethe electionIf convicted of a felony, have completed the terms of you sentence in-cluding probation, parole, or extended supervision.

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Join Us!The West Milwaukee Community Center will host the WestAllis-West Milwaukee Community Coalition Meeting on No-vember 18th at 5:00 pm. • Learn about alcohol and drug abuse issues in the community • Inform the Coalition about your concerns regarding youth• Eat great food from Culver’s West Allis• Enter for a chance to wina $10 gift certificate from Antigua’s Mex-ican and Latin Restaurant – 2 certificates raffled at each meeting

• Network with our community partners and members Please call Tammy Molter, Coalition Coordinator, at 414-604-3506 to register or for more information. Hope to seeyou there!

2015 Meeting Date: November 18th 2016 Meeting Dates

January 20th March 16th May 18thJuly 20th September 21st November 16th

Associated Appraisal Consultants, Inc. has been retained by the Villageof West Milwaukee to complete a revaluation of all taxable property forthe 2015 assessment year. The revaluation will establish new assessed val-ues in an equitable fashion for all properties in the municipality as of Jan-uary 1, 2015.In order to make accurate assessments, it is necessary for Associated Ap-

praisal to conduct an interior and exterior review of all homes, apartmentsand businesses in the municipality. A brief interior walk-through is neces-sary for consideration of the features, quality, and condition of each resi-dence or structure. These factors can significantly impact market value. Inaddition, the assessor will be taking exterior photos of your property. Pleasenote we have no interest in your housekeeping or your personal belongings.The assessors will begin working in your neighborhood during the next

several weeks. All staff members from Associated Appraisal will carry aletter of introduction from the municipality, a photo ID, and drive a red ve-hicle displaying the Associated Appraisal company name. Due to the vol-ume of residents in the community, Associated Appraisal will not bedirectly calling property owners to set up appointment times. If no one ishome when visiting a property, a door hanger will be placed on the mainentrance with instructions on how to schedule an interior review. Pleasewait for the door hanger to schedule your appointment. If you own rentalproperty in the Village of West Milwaukee, please inform your tenantsthat we will be visiting that property in the near future so we can havetheir full cooperation for this review.Notices of Assessment will be distributed when the property reviews

are complete and an assessment is determined for each property. Propertyowners will have an opportunity to discuss the assessed values with anAssociated Appraisal representative at the Open Book session. After theOpen Book session, property owners have the opportunity to appeal anassessment to the Board of Review. The Notice of Assessment will con-tain the Open Book and Board of Review dates. Property assessment andappeal information is available at:

http://www.revenue.wi.gov/pubs/slf/pb060.pdf.

Re-Evaluation YearAssociated Appraisal Consultants, Inc. has been retained by the Villageof West Milwaukee to complete a revaluation of all taxable property forthe 2015 assessment year. The revaluation will establish new assessed val-ues in an equitable fashion for all properties in the municipality as of Jan-uary 1, 2015.In order to make accurate assessments, it is necessary for Associated

Appraisal to conduct an interior and exterior review of all businesses in themunicipality. A brief interior walk-through is necessary for considerationof the features, quality, and condition of each structure. These factors canimpact market value. In addition, the assessor will be taking exterior pho-tos of your property.The assessors will begin working in your area during the next several

weeks. All staff members from Associated Appraisal will carry a letter ofintroduction from the municipality, a photo ID, and drive a red vehicledisplaying the Associated Appraisal company name. To help aide propervaluation of your commercial property, an income and expense worksheethas been included with this letter. If your property is leased or rented,please fill out the form and return it to our office either by mail or e-mailto susand.apraz@gmail.com or hand it to the assessor when they visit theproperty. See reverse side for further explanation of this form.Property owners will have an opportunity to discuss the assessed val-

ues with an Associated Appraisal representative at the Open Book sessionafter all data has been collected and you have received a change of as-sessment notice. After the Open Book session, property owners have theopportunity to appeal an assessment to the Board of Review. The Noticeof Assessment will contain the Open Book and Board of Review dates.Property assessment and appeal information is available at:

http://www.revenue.wi.gov/pubs/slf/pb060.pdf.Should you have any additional questions, please call 800-721-4157

to speak with one of our knowledgeable assessors.

Village of West Milwaukee

Village Hall - 414-645-1530Police Non-Emergency - 414-645-2151

4755 West Beloit Road8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon - Friwww.westmilwaukee.org

We will be closed:Monday, September 7, 2015 (Labor Day)

Thursday, November 26, 2015 (Thanksgiving)Friday, November 27, 2015Thursday, December 24, 2015Friday, December 25, 2015Thursday, December 31, 2015Friday, January 1, 2016

Commercial ParcelsResidential Parcels

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St. Florian Catholic Church1210 South 45th Street

Friday Fish Fry ResumesOctober 2, 2015

St Florian Parish hass continued the tradition of the FridayAll You Can Eat Fish Fry.

Open to the public. Please join us!The Cafeteria is accessible via elevator.

St John's Ev. Lutheran Church5500 W. Greenfield Ave.

Thursdays - 8:00 am to 10:00 amVets/Neighbors/Seniors Welcome

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BBuuffffeettFFeell lloowwsshhiipp-- FFrriieennddss -- FFrreeee

West Milwaukee Lions Club Third Annual Oktoberfest

Kegel's Inn59th and National.

This is a charitable event. Whether you are from Germany, Austria or just likethe sound of entertaining music and dancing, cometo the Oktoberfest and listen to the music and enjoythe German style food and beverages.

September 12 & 13, 2015.

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VILLAGE OF WEST MILWAUKEECode Enforcement

Fire PitsIt’s that time of year where we like to sit outside with family and friends and enjoy a bonfire during a nice sum-

mer night. Fire pits in the Village of West Milwaukee ARE legal, but there are some rules that we need to follow.First, the pit you use MUST be completely screened in, which includes having a cover. This should prevent anyembers from reaching a structure or roof. The second rule is that the pit MUST be at least 15 feet away from anystructure (House, shed, garage, etc.). This is a state law that must be followed. Also, you should always have ahose or fire extinguisher nearby just in case! The last thing to remember is to be mindful of your neighbors. The homes in the Village are in close proxim-

ity; therefore, make sure the wind or breeze is not blowing smoke into your neighbor’s home through open win-dows. This could be considered a nuisance and a citation could possibly be issued.So enjoy the summer but be mindful of the rules that need to be followed.

Joel MeierMark GregoryFire/Property Maintenance Inspectors414 645-1530 x129

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Sec. 70-131. Refuse storage areas and Sec. 70-132. Collection of refuse states that storage areas shall be kept in a nuisanceand odor-free condition and waste shall be accessible to collection crews and in approved containers. Violation will resultin the occupant and/or owner being notified to clean up his area with continued violation will result in a citation.The Village code requires separation of recyclable materials. Recyclable containers must be in good condition and all oc-

cupants of single-family dwelling units and multiple-family buildings of four units or less shall separate the following re-cyclable materials from post-consumer waste:

(8) Plastic containers (all seven types);(9) Glass containers;(10) Magazines;(11) Newspaper;(12) Office paper;(13) Steel containers; and(14) Waste tires.

(1) Lead acid batteries;(2) Major appliances;(3) Waste oil;(4) Yard waste;(5) Aluminum containers;(6) Bi-metal containers;(7) Corrugated paper or other container board;

Refuse Storage Areas and Collection

Refuse/Recycling Remember, state and local laws require everyone in Wisconsin to recycle newspaper, magazines, cardboard, food and beverage containers,

tires, yard waste, appliances, motor oil, lead acid batteries and office paper. Call Department of Public Works office for more information.

414- 645-6238

FLU VACCINE CLINIC

The West Allis Health Department Public Health Nurses will be providing a Flu Vaccine Clinic on:

DATE: Friday, October 2, 2015

CLINIC TIME: 10:00 AM to 12:00 NOON

LOCATION: West Milwaukee Community Center

1345 South 47th Street

Beat the Flu Get the Shot

If you have any questions or need more information, call 414-302-8600.

VILLAGE OF WEST MILWAUKEE INFORMATIONSummer 2015WM Village News

West Milwaukee Village Hall - 4755 West Beloit Road, West Milwaukee, WI 53214-3517 - Phone: 414-645-1530Police Department Emergency 911Police Department Non-Emergency 24 Hours 645-2151Police Night Parking Permission 671-8093Police Chief Dennis Nasci 645-2151Clerk/Treasurer’s Department 8:00am-4:30pm Mon.-Fri. 645-1530Village Clerk/Treasurer Susan M. Schupp 645-1530 ext 124Village President Ronald Hayward 645-1530 ext 126Village Administrator Kim Egan 645-1530 ext 131Department of Public Works 4517 West Burnham St. 7:00am-3:30pm Mon.-Fri. 645-6238Superintendent of Public Works Jim Stenzel 645-6238Inspection Services Secretary Modesta “Moe” Goodman 645-1530 ext 128Property Maintenance Inspector Joel Meier/Mark Gregory 8:00am-4:00pm Mon.-Fri. 645-1530 ext 129Fire Inspector Joel Meier/Mark Gregory No Set Hours 645-1530 ext 140Building Inspector David Zamaites 8:00am-9.00am Tue. & Thur. 645-1530 ext 127Court Clerk 4755 West Beloit Rd. 8:00am - 3:00pm Mon.-Fri. 645-5411Municipal Court Room 1345 South 47th St.Assessor Associated Appraisal (800-721-4157) 920-749-1995Community Centre’ 1345 South 47th St. 671-8099West Milwaukee Post Office 43rd & Lincoln Ave. 643-0443Health Department (West Allis) 7120 West National Ave. 302-8600W.A.W.M. School District 1205 S. 70th St. 604-3000W.A.W.M. Recreation Department 2450 South 68th St. 604-4900W.A.W.M. Chamber of Commerce 6737 W Washington St Suite 2141 302-9901Cable TV Time Warner 259-1234Ronald Hayward Village President 321-9059Tom Evans Village Trustee 530-1790Sharon Kroening Village Trustee 649-9410Richard Lewein Village Trustee 328-0828John Ragonese Village Trustee 588-9986Kurt Ritzka Village Trustee 545-1580John Stalewski Village Trustee 643-7949

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