July 2010
HEALTHY WESTON FEST ♦ Thu Jul 22nd, 2010 — Sun Jul 25th, 2010
Join Aspirus, Marshfield Clinic, Ministry Health Care, the Village of Weston and other local businesses as they play host for the 2nd Annual "Healthy Weston Fest" to be held July 22nd-25th.
For a tentative listing of events to be held over the four-day festival please click here.
June 2010
BIKE FOR A HEALTHY HEART ♦ Sat Jun 12th, 2010 — Sun Jun 13th, 2010
Join the Aspirus Heart & Vascular Institute and the Wausau Wheelers as they promote bike for a healthy heart June 12-13, 2010. The Heart of Wisconsin is a two-day event for bicyclists of all abilities, with routes ranging from 10 to 75 miles. The ride consists of short, medium and long routes and is designed to attract anyone who'd like to participate, from the beginner to the cycling enthusiast with all routes beginning and ending at the D.C. Everest Middle School.
For more information please click here.
May 2010
VILLAGE WIDE RUMMAGE SALE ♦ Fri May 7th, 2010 — Sat May 8th, 2010
Come out and be a part of the Village of Weston's 4th Annual Village Wide Rummage Sale Friday, May 7th and Saturday May 8th.
To be included on the Map where the Rummage Sales are located please fill out the application below.
Village Wide Rummage Sale Application
March 2010
FREE SKATE NIGHT-GREENHECK FIELDHOUSE ♦ Sat Mar 27th, 2010 - 4:00 PM — 5:20 PM
Free Skate Night at Greenheck Fieldhouse Sat. Mar.27th from 4:00-5:20 p.m. Skate Rental available for $3.00. Sponsored by Rasmussen College. For more info call 841-8000.
COMPUTER/ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT ♦ Fri Mar 26th, 2010 — Sat Mar 27th, 2010
Good News Project is holding five two-day events and three one-day events in 2010 to properly recycle electronics.
The next scheduled event is Friday, March 26th and Saturday, March 27th
The two-day events are held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Fridays, and 9 a.m.
to noon on Saturdays.
The one-day events are 1 to 4 p.m. on Fridays.
Remaining dates are:
May 14 & 15
June 25
July 30
Sept. 17 & 18
Nov. 12 & 13
The computer/electronics recycling events are at the Good News Project warehouse, 1106 Fifth St., Wausau , three blocks south of Franklin Elementary School. Cost is 25 cents per pound. An average computer outfit is 40 to 60 pounds, so the cost would be $10 to $15. All items received are shipped to a professional computer recycler.
Accepted are computer gear, televsions, VCRs, phones, printers, copiers, fax machines, microwaves, stereo gear and other items containing circuit boards. No dehumidifiers, air conditioners or appliances.
Questions on the event? Call the Good News Project Office at 843-5985.
PARENTS NIGHT OUT ♦ Sat Mar 20th, 2010 - 5:00 PM — 9:00 PM
On Saturday, March 20th from 5-9 pm the Aspirus YMCA is sponsoring Parent's Night Out where parents can bring their children (Ages 3-10 years) to the Aspirus YMCA where they can enjoy a fun filled evening of games in the gym, arts and crafts, swimming, and other activities. Dinner and Health snacks will be provided. For more information and cost, please contact the Weston YMCA at 841-1850.
WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS ON VILLAGE STREETS ♦ Tue Mar 9th, 2010
Beginning Tuesday, March 9, 2010 seasonal weight limits will be in effect in the Village of Weston with a restriction of 8 tons gross vehicle weight (GVW) on the majority of the streets. There are however certain roads/streets in the Village and County that these weight restrictions will not be imposed.
For more information on the seasonal weight limits or for what streets will not have restrictions please click here.
For a Road Weight Limit Map please click here.
For those haulers requesting to exceed the 8 ton GVW an Application for Exception Permit will need to be filled out and approval must be obtained by an authorized agent of the Village of Weston. Approval may be granted on a case by case basis.
For questions please contact the Village of Weston Department of Public Works at 359-6114.
SNOWMOBILE TRAILS CLOSED ♦ Tue Mar 2nd, 2010
Due to deteriorating trail conditions, all Marathon County trails are currently closed as of 8:00 AM, Tuesday, March 2, 2010 until further notice. However, Burma Forest ATV trails will remain open to ATVs ONLY, until they close on Monday, March 15, 2010.
For more information, please contact the Marathon County Park Department at 261-1550 or visit their website.
For a Snowmobile Trail Map within the Village and Town Weston please click here.
For a Snowmobile Trail Map within Marathon County please click here.
THANK YOU TO OUR AREA RESTAURANTS ♦ Mon Mar 1st, 2010
Thank you to the following area restaurants for participating in the "Eat in Weston" coupon campaign. Arrow Sports Bar, Basil Restaurant, Big Dan and Spaces Kelly Club, Bullshooters Saloon, Chang Garden, Dale's Weston Lanes, Fish Tank Bar and Grill, Hmong Style Restaurant, Iozzo's Italian Restaurant, Marco's Pizza, The Palm's Supper Club, Razz's Bar and Grill, Shanghai Grill, WISH Steakhouse
January 2010
WESTON'S WINDSOR DRIVE ♦ Tue Jan 19th, 2010
Weston's Windsor Drive releases new video, shot completely in the Wausau area. Watch how these young men have grown into extraordinary musicians:
Check out their video and website by clicking here.
NEW BASIL RESTAURANT ♦ Wed Jan 6th, 2010
Personal Chef and restaurant reviewer Ann Leibmann recently dined at the new Basil Restaurant in Weston and gave a near perfect review of this cozy Thai establishment.
To read Ann's complete review and get your taste buds warmed up please click here.
December 2009
2009 PROPERTY TAX BILL DECREASE ♦ Wed Dec 2nd, 2009
To view what the Village of Weston Property Tax Bill decrease for 2009 will be please click here.
PROPERTY TAX PAYMENTS ♦ Wed Dec 2nd, 2009
The Village of Weston will be collecting 2009 property taxes and at the Weston Municipal Center beginning December 2, 2009 until February 1, 2010. Payments for property taxes made after February 1st will be required to be made at the Marathon County Courthouse (500 Forest Street, Wausau, WI 54403).
For a complete listing of Tax Collection and Payment information please click here.
November 2009
2010 DOG AND CAT LICENSES NOW AVAILABLE ♦ Thu Nov 19th, 2009 — Thu Apr 1st, 2010
Chapter 10 of the Village of Weston's Municipal Code requires that all cats and dogs must be licensed by the time they become four (4) months of age or within 30 days of an owner obtaining the animal. Late license fees will be charged for those failing to obtain a license by April 1 of each year or within 30 days of taking ownership of the animal. Before a license can be issued, you must furnish a rabies vaccination certificate to show proof of vaccination against rabies. A fine of $290 may be imposed for failure to have your dog or cat vaccinated. You may return your license application in person or with payment by mail to the Village of Weston, 5500 Schofield Avenue, Weston, WI 54476.
2010 Cat License Application
2010 Dog License Application
July 2009
THANK YOU TO OUR WESTON FEST SPONSORS ♦ Mon Jul 27th, 2009
Thank You to all who were a part of the Village of Weston's "HEALTHY WESTON FEST 2009"
For a full list of sponsors and a slide show of pictures, please click here.
VILLAGE POPULATION 14,310 (1/1/09 WDOA) ♦ General Notice
Village Population Estimates 1996 to Present (DOA)
WESTON FEST COOKOFF RECIPES ♦ General Notice
The first Weston Fest Cook-off was very successful! We want to thank each of the participants and the sponsors, ACE Hardware and Buffalo Wings and Rings, for making it such a thriving event. For the chef's very own famous recipes, please click here.
HUNTING MAP ♦ General Notice
Hunter's please be aware that bow and gun hunting are restricted to certain areas of the Village with Gun hunting ONLY allowed in Rural Residential and Agriculture zoned districts.
To view the Village's official map of where hunting is permitted please click here
QUALITY OF LIFE IN WESTON ♦ General Notice
In an age when energy costs are high & taxpayers are more aware of their surroundings, "Sustainable Weston" is an effort focused on creating a community that is environmentally conscious. This new campaign has five areas of concentration: energy, ground & surface water protection, recycling, wetland & woodland preservation and controlling urban sprawl.
Also in a recent analysis of census data it was discovered that the Village of Weston is where young families want to live in Marathon County. Recognizing this fact, the Village Board proactively created the "New Generations" initiative aimed at meeting the needs of Weston's younger residents.
LIFE IN MARATHON COUNTY ♦ General Notice
With the United Way of Marathon County serving as the lead agency, along with community leaders, a report was established which provides a reflection of the community strengths and the high quality of life that is enjoyed in Marathon County. For a more in-depth look of what Marathon County has to offer, please click here.
2009 ANNUAL ACCOUNTABILITY REPORT ♦ General Notice
2009 Annual Accountability Report
ST. CLARE'S HOSPITAL ♦ General Notice
Congratulations Saint Clare's Hospital for being designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Specialty Care by BlueCross BlueShield Association for hip and knee replacement. Blue Distinction Centers are medical facilities that have demonstrated expertise in delivering high quality care along with a high value on research and evidence based health and medical information. For patients this means better overall outcomes.
STINE EYE CLINIC and SUE KERSEMEIER ♦ General Notice
Congratulations Stine Eye Clinic in Weston and Sue Kersemeier of K-Tech in Weston for being named the 2009 Business of the Year, and Outstanding Citizen of the Year by the South Area Business Association. Click here to view article in the Wausau Daily Herald.
JOB OPENINGS ♦ General Notice
For a complete listing of job openings in the Village of Weston please click here.
2008 ANNUAL REPORT TO TAXPAYERS-INVESTORS ♦ General Notice
2008 Annual Report to Taxpayer-Investors
VISION STATEMENT - VILLAGE OF WESTON ♦ General Notice
"Weston will continue to be a welcoming, safe and dynamic community, embracing the cultural and educational opportunities that an increasingly diverse population offers. Weston will seek to continually improve and make the community strong by fostering public trust and confidence in our government. Weston will encourage community characterized by a spirit of openness and fairness that encourages individuals to participate publicly and prosper personally. Weston will maintain a high quality of life through careful stewardship of all of our many resources".
SUBSCRIBE TO WESTON RSS FEED ♦ General Notice
Stay up to date with all things Weston by subscribing to our RSS Feed. You will be notified everytime we post minutes, agendas, podcasts, and new events. Click here to subscribe to the Village of Weston RSS Feed.
NEW EXTREME BODY SLIDE PLANNED FOR 2010 ♦ General Notice
Construction is expected to begin this fall so that the waterslide is ready for the 2010 Swimming Season. Slide picture and details
QUALITY OF LIFE PLANNING GOALS ♦ General Notice
The Ad Hoc Quality of Life Committee's Quality of Life Planning Goals Report is now available for viewing on the Core Values and Quality of Life page of the website.
JOIN US ON FACEBOOK ♦ General Notice
Join us on Facebook! We've created a group page and are hopeful that it will be a great tool for getting you more involved. Click here to join.
KEEP ROADS AND SIDEWALKS CLEAR ♦ General Notice
With the snow starting to fall please be aware of the Village's policy regarding snow removal.
To view the Village's strategy and tactics in removing snow and what is expected from the Village residents please click here.
2009 NEIGHBORHOOD MEETINGS ♦ General Notice
The 2009 Neighborhood Meetings are now complete and we appreciate the Weston residents who were able to attend and offer their feedback on what is happening in the Village of Weston and where they see it going. Topics discussed at the meetings include Public Safety, Neighborhood Issues, Sewer and Water Planning, and Weston's Growth.
To read a detailed summary of what was covered at each meeting please click here.
Thanks again to all who participated as your feedback is greatly appreciated.
CAMP PHILLIPS RD & ROSS AVE CONST PROJECT ♦ General Notice
Camp Phillips Road Public Informational Meeting Notes - May 13, 2009
Ross Avenue Public Informational Meeting Notes - May 26, 2009
TIPS FOR PROTECTING YOUR HOME AND PROPERTY ♦ General Notice
In each of these cases the homes / garages / vehicles were unlocked. Residents need to take some basic precautions when trying to protect their homes and property. Residents can call the police department (359-4202) and we will assist by having an officer respond to your homes and provide some tips on home security.
****LOCK EVERYTHING**** Doors & Locks - "harden the target", use high quality locks, deadbolts that go into the door framing, not just door molding. Windows & sliding glass doors - quality locks and wooden dowel rods. Lighting - interior & exterior, use timers when gone, simulate occupancy. Neighborhood Watch - Speak to neighbors, ask them to watch out for you and return the favor. Report suspicious behavior. Home Safes - relatively cheap now, secured or anchored to floor or wall. Alarm Systems - Optional, but a great deterrence to crime. Identification - record serial numbers, photograph valuables and engrave DL numbers on expensive items / equipment.
HELP FOR HARD TIMES ♦ General Notice
United Way's 2-1-1 is here to help answer questions and connect you to services 24 hours a day 7 days a week, whether you need information regarding financial assistance,unemployment, aging parents, or support groups (or a variety of other services).
For a direct link to their website, which offers updated publications, a searchable database, and phone numbers and e-mails to contact you directly, please click here.
WESTON ICE RINKS CLOSED FOR THE SEASON ♦ General Notice
The Village of Weston Outdoor Ice Rinks are now closed for the season. The Village wants to thank you for your support and looks forward to your patronage next season.
WESTON WIRE - E-NEWS ♦ General Notice
For a weekly snapshot of Whats Happening in Weston please click here
CHANG GARDEN ♦ General Notice
Congratulations Chang Garden for being voted as one of the best restaurants for "Decor" in the U.S. by Chinese Restaurant News.
