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April 7, 2010 WHEATON TOWN NEWS SPRING/SUMMER 2010
WHEATON TOWN NEWS
Spring/Summer 2010
HALL RENTAL:
Planning a Family Reunion, Holiday Party, or a gathering that your home is too small to accommodate? The Wheaton Town Hall may be rented by anyone. The hall rental cost is $50.00 + a refundable $50.00 deposit. You are responsible for the cleanup after the event. To schedule the rental of the Town Hall, please call Elmer & Mary Eckwright at 715-874-5397.
If an outside setting is desired for your occasion the Wheaton Park is available. There is a pavilion and picnic tables available. For reservations call Bud Beckwith at 715-874-5051.
TOWN BOARD MEETINGS: The Wheaton town board holds its regular monthly meeting on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm, unless otherwise posted. Notices are posted at the Wheaton fire station, town hall and various businesses in the Town of Wheaton.
ELECTION NOTICE:
Spring Election - Tuesday April 6, 2010
Partisan Primary – Tuesday September 14, 2010
General Election – Tuesday November 2, 2010
At the spring elections on April 6th the Town of Wheaton will be electing two board members. Wayne (Bud) Beckwith will be on the ballot and the second supervisor position will be open to a write-in vote.
CENSUS:
Do not forget to fill out your Census Form. Your answers are important! It only takes about 10 minutes to complete.
A WORD FROM YOUR CHAIRMAN:
Recently the Town Board hired a new assessor. His name is Randy Prochnow. Randy will start some of the preliminary work later this year for the town’s re-evaluation that the state is requiring us to complete in 2011.
Please remember the annual meeting scheduled for April 13th at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Hall. Everyone is encouraged to come and discuss town issues. Some of the items to be discussed, but not limited to, are purchasing/financing a new wheel loader, the five acre ordinance, and road work for 2010.
The Town of Wheaton has a contract with the Visit Eau Claire. They provide information about the Town of Wheaton on their website and promote tourism for the township. They are looking for information for a community calendar, business listing, points of interest, events and sites for visiting the area. Also, if you have information such as the history of the township, events that are taking place, clubs and organizations in the township they would like to hear it. Contact www.visiteauclaire.com or one of your board members.
Don’t forget to check out the Town of Wheaton’s web site www.townofwheaton.com. There is a lot of information out there for you.
DON’T FORGET TO PAY YOUR SECOND 1/2 OF TAXES BY JULY 31, 2010 TO THE CHIPPEWA COUNTY TREASURER AT THE CHIPPEWA COUNTY COURTHOUSE
VOLUNTEERS WANTED:
Do you like adventure? Would you like to serve your community? Consider joining the Town of Wheaton volunteer fire department. The firemen that serve our township could use your help! Contact the Fire District office at 715-723-5488 or any firefighter for more information or attend one of their monthly meetings. They meet on the second Monday of the month at 8:00 p.m. at the fire station.
FIRE NUMBERS/PERMITS:
Please make sure that your fire number is visible from both directions. Cut brush and tall grass away from the fire number.
The Town of Wheaton does not issue fire permits, but you are asked to call 723-5488 to let the fire department know that you are having a controlled fire. It is unlawful to burn tires, plastic, treated or painted wood or other toxic materials.
The town road crew wants to remind you that your recycling & garbage bins need to be placed at least eight feet off the road-way. By not placing garbage receptacle off the roadway you are causing a hazard for other motorists.
THE WHEATON BALL PROGRAM:
The Wheaton Ball Program welcomes children ages four and older to participate in their ball program. Children must be at least four years old as of April 30th. Coaches will soon notify Wheaton ball players as to teams, practices and games. Games will start on or about May 3rd with starting time either at 5:30 or 6:00 p.m. If you do not have kids playing you are always welcomed to come down to the Wheaton Park to watch a game and enjoy a hotdog.
For more information the contact persons are:
Allan Kufahl
E10041 331st Ave
Eau Claire WI 54703
Or Bud Beckwith at 874-5051.
BUILDING PERMITS:
The Town of Wheaton is a zoned township which means that a building permit is required for any structures, such as new homes, additions to homes, barns, sheds, silos, grain bins, garages, decks, metal/canvas covered canopies, portable buildings, and move on buildings such as garages & sheds. As misinformation is often given out, farmers are not exempt from needing a building permit. There are also setback requirements not only from your property boundary lines, but also from other buildings, septic systems, & wells. Do not start any construction projects without the proper permits as after the fact fees will also be charged. If you have ANY questions or doubts, call the Chippewa County Zoning Office at 715-726-7940.
DRIVEWAY PERMITS: Driveway permits for new home construction can be obtained from Chippewa County Zoning. Field driveway permits can be obtained from the Town of Wheaton at no cost to you. Please contact one of the town board members for a permit and a copy of the ordinance specifying culverts and locations.
ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY:
When landscaping your lawn or planting trees be sure to stay at least 33 feet back from the centerline of the road. Please keep in mind that as the trees grow, the branches spread out and can become a hazard. Tree branches reaching within the right-of-way will need to be cut. Often times this costs the township a considerable amount of money for removal.
STARTING A NEW BUSINESS:
We always welcome new businesses in the Town of Wheaton. If you are planning on starting a home-based business adventure, please contact the Planning Commission, the Town Board, & Chippewa County Zoning office to get the correct permits and variances that you need.
RECYCLING CENTER:
Hours are:
Mondays: 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesdays: 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Saturdays: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Phone # 715-874-6271
The Recycling Center will be closed on
On the following holidays: Monday May 31st for Memorial Day and Monday September 6th for Labor Day
Acceptable Material:
• Household garbage in the blue bags
• Clean #1 & #2 plastics
• Cardboard, paper, & magazines
• Metal (copper, aluminum, steel & iron)
• Glass bottles
• Demolition material & furniture (nominal fee)
• Appliances (nominal fee)
• Tires (nominal fee)
• No hazardous materials
• Fluorescent Light bulbs are not accepted. Gordy’s True Value Hardware in Chippewa Falls accepts fluorescent bulbs for a nominal fee.
Before unloading, please ask attendant what & where each item is to be dropped off.
Watch for the Household Hazardous Waste Clean Sweep on April 24th at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds.
WHAT TO DO WITH WASTE OIL?
Blodgett’s Service and Repair located at 5850 50th Street will now accept used engine oil. Please do not contaminate oil with paints, chemicals or anti freeze. Containers of 5 gallons or smaller are preferred. Oil can be dropped off during regular business hours 8:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday. If you have questions please call 715-874-5950.
TOWN BOARD MEMBERS
Paul Krumenauer, Chair 874-6805
Bud Beckwith, Supervisor 874-5051
Ken Custer, Supervisor 874-6591
Alan Solberg, Supervisor 874-5798
Robert Sworski, Supervisor 723-5457
Mark Christenson, Clerk 874-6612
Ruth Fagerland, Treasurer 861-3933
Randy Prochnow, Assessor 632-2116
CEMETERIES:
The Town of Wheaton maintains two cemeteries. If you are in need of information about the cemeteries or need to purchase cemetery plots call Helene Anderson at 874-5207.
DOG LICENSE INFORMATION:
When licensing your dog(s), please send proof of rabies vaccination for each dog being licensed along with payment. The proof is the certificate from your veterinarian. This proof indicates the date of current rabies vaccination; next due date of vaccination; name of dog; color of dog; and sex of dog.
This proof will be returned to you along with your dog(s) tags.
****FEES ARE AS FOLLOWS:**** PLEASE SEE AT END OF THIS NEWSLETTER FOR CORRECT INFORMATION
Spayed or neutered dogs: $5.00
Unspayed or unneutered: $10.00
Multiple (kennel) dog tags: $45.00 for 12 tags and $4.00 for each additional tag.
Please send check and proof of vaccination to:
Ruth Fagerland, Town of Wheaton Treasurer
2384 80th Street
Eau Claire, WI 54703
Make check payable to: Town of Wheaton Treasurer
Dog licenses are due to the Treasurer by April 1st along with proof of rabies vaccination. A late fee of $5.00 shall be assessed to the owner of each dog 5 months of age that do not comply. Also the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Department and the District Attorney will be aggressively enforcing dog vaccination and licensing. A $186.00 ordinance citation will be issued if your dog is found to be unvaccinated or licensed.
If you are a landowner and have tenant(s), please share this information with them.
All dog owners should be aware of the Wisconsin State Statutes regarding the responsibilities of dog ownership.
(1.) Dogs more then 5 months of age shall be licensed by April 1 of each year, or a late fee of $5.00 shall be imposed.
(2.) Proof of rabies vaccination is required before a license will be issued.
(3.) Dogs are not allowed to run at large. The dog must be kept on the owner’s premises or under control of the owner or some other person
(4.) Dogs running at large are subject to impoundment.
(5.) If the owner permits a dog to run at large, the owner shall forfeit not less than $25, nor more than $100 for the offense and not less than $50 nor more than $200 for subsequent offenses.
The town dog catcher is Brian Manthey His phone number is 874-5838.
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
April 6th Spring Elections
April 13th The annual town meeting
April 24th Spring Hazardous Waste
Collection at the Northern Wisconsin
State Fairgrounds
September 14th Partisan Election
October 2nd Fall Hazardous Waste
Collection at the Northern Wisconsin
State Fairgrounds
November 2nd Election Day
***THE CORRECT DOG FEE INFORMATION REGARDING DOG TAGS IS:
ALTERED DOGS: $ 8.00
UNALTERED DOGS: $13.00
MULTIPLE (kennel) $60.00 (up to 12 tags)
ADDITIIONAL DOG TAGS FOR MULTIPLE DOG TAGS OVER 12: $7.00
LATE FEE AFTER APRIL 1 OF EACH YEAR IS $5.00
ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE FEES, PLEASE CALL RUTH FAGERLAND, TREASURER 715.861.3933
Archive:
January 10, 2012 TOWN OF WHEATON MONTHLY BOARD MEETING
December 12, 2011 WHEATON TOWN NEWS
November 10, 2011 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - Proposed Amendments to T. of Wheaton Comprehensive Plan
September 13, 2011 September's Town of Wheaton Board Meeting
September 13, 2011 Accepting Bids for Lawn Mowing for year 2012
September 5, 2011 Wheaton Recycling Center - No longer open on Mondays as of:
September 1, 2011 SUMMER 2011 WHEATON NEWSLETTER
July 26, 2011 Notice of the Board of Review meeting & Open Book
June 2, 2011 Meeting Notice
May 9, 2011 Special Meeting for Town of Wheaton