Explore Amery 2025 by Amery Free Press

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SNAPSHOT OF AMERY

THE CITY OF LAKES

County: Polk

State Senate District: 10

U.S. Congressional District: 7

Distance from other communities: 43 miles to Saint Paul, MN ; 49 miles to Minneapolis, MN ; 211 miles to Madison, WI ; 258 miles to Green Bay, WI; 267 miles to Milwaukee, WI.

Population: 2,902

Major Employers: Amery Hospital & Clinic, School District of Amery, Cardinal Glass.

Transportation: Wisconsin Highway 46 and Polk County Road F are main routes in the community.

Airport: Amery Municipal is a city owned public use airport located two nautical miles south of the central business district of Amery. It is included in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2021–2025, in which it is categorized as a local general aviation facility.

Amery Municipal Airport covers an area of 218 acres (88 ha) at an elevation of 1,088 feet (332 m) above mean sea level. It has one VASI equipped runway designated 18/36 with an asphalt surface measuring 4,000 by 75 feet (1,219 x 23 m).

On average, the airport has 13,900 aircraft operations, an average of 38 per day: 98% general aviation, 1% air taxi and 1% military. In January 2023, there were 27 aircraft based at this airport: 23 single-engine, 1 multiengine and 3 ultralights.

Geography: Amery is located at 45°18′35′N 92°21′46′W

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.61 square miles (9.35 km2), of which, 2.96 square miles (7.67 km2) is land and 0.65 square miles (1.68 km2) is water.

Local Contacts: Rick Van Blaricom, Mayor, 715-268-3430, rvanblaricom@gmail.com

Troy Keller, Amery Community Club President, 715-338-4243, tkeller@mmcjd.com

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PARKS

Polk County Information Center

Located at Hwy 8 and Hwy 35, St. Croix Falls. 800222-POLK (7655) or www.polkcountytourism.com.

Cattail State Trail

The Cattail State Trail travels for 18 miles on a former rail corridor between the communities of Amery and Almena in northwestern Wisconsin. Forests, farmlands, prairies, hills and various wildlife habitats surround the trail, which also passes through the Village of Turtle Lake. The trail is maintained and managed by Polk and Barron counties.

Trail activities: The trail may bring a number of different users to the trail at the same time. It is important to use good trail etiquette to ensure the enjoyment and safety of all trail users.

ATVs, UTVs & Off-Highway Motorcycles

All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are allowed on the trail yearround. Off-road motorcycles are allowed on the trail year-round in Polk County only. Operators must follow all Wisconsin ATV operation laws. Barron County has an extensive network of ATV routes and has opened a trail that connects with the Cattail, east from Almena to the village of Poskin. The connecting trail is on private land. Please stay on the trail and respect property boundaries.

About 2.5 miles east of Almena, Barron County has developed an ATV intensive use area. There is a trailhead with rest rooms available. Both ATV and snowmobile routes pass through the area and can use the trailhead.

Hiking, Bicycling, Pets & Walking

The entire trail is open to walking and bicycling, though bicycling is not recommended. The trail may be rough or soft in many sections. If you plan to bike the trail, the tread is more suitable for off-road bikes.

Pet owners, please be sure to have your pet on a leash, 8 feet or shorter, at all times. You must pick up after your pet.

Horseback Riding

The entire trail is open to horseback riding. The trail is not groomed or surfaced and may be rough or soft in many sections. Riders must share the trail with motorized vehicles.

Snowmobiling Winter activities

Snowmobiles are permitted on the trail. Operators must follow all Wisconsin snowmobile laws. The trail also connects to numerous miles of county snowmobile trails.

The opening and closing of snowmobile trails is at the discretion of each county. Snowmobile trails which cross DNR lands are opened and closed consistent with the

surrounding county (or counties). Whenever possible, the opening and closing of snowmobile trails is done on a county-wide basis, however localized conditions may require localized trail opening and closing. It is the responsibility of the county to provide notification about the status of snowmobile trails. The Travel Wisconsin Snow Conditions Report, and local club and county snowmobile web pages and telephone hotlines will provide the most current information.

The trail is open to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, however, the trail is not groomed and skiers and snowshoers must share the trail with snowmobiles. Skiers do not need a trail pass while using the trail.

No hunting and trapping allowed on the trail

Gandy Dancer Trail

The 98-mile recreation trail follows the railroad grade from St. Croix Falls north to Superior. The southern segment from St. Croix Falls to Danbury, 47-miles, is surfaced with crushed limestone offering a hard surface trail for biking and hiking from April through November.

A bike pass is required and can be purchased at the Polk County Tourism Center in St. Croix Falls and at points along the trail.

The northern segment, 51-miles, runs from Danbury through eastern Minnesota to Superior. This segment offers a wilder, more remote trail experience. Hiking, mountain biking and ATV use is permitted. No pass is needed, but ATVs must display valid registration.

From December to March the entire 98-mile trail is operated as a snowmobile trail. Mile post signs mark the distance from south to north.

The trail passes through many small towns in the southern segment, allowing for easy access to food, bathrooms, and lodging.

Stower Seven Lakes State Trail

Built on a former railroad corridor, this 14-mile trail begins in Amery at Harriman Avenue, travels through the communities of Deronda, Wanderoos and Nye, ending about one mile from Dresser at 90th Avenue. The trail passes through maple and oak forests, wetlands, prairies and farmlands and past many picturesque lakes. The trail

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crosses between the North Twin and South Twin lakes in Amery, skirts the south end of Bear Trap Lake, the north end of Kinney lake and runs along Dwight, Horse and Lotus lakes near the western end.

The trail is named to recognize the exceptional natural resources the trail traverses and the longtime public service and leadership demonstrated by Harvey and Marilyn Stower of Amery. Harvey Stower served in the Wisconsin Legislature and as Mayor of Amery for many years. Camping and hiking opportunities are available nearby at Interstate State Park.

TRAIL ACTIVITIES

The trail may bring a number of different users to the trail at the same time. It is important to use good trail etiquette to ensure the enjoyment and safety of all trail users. All-terrain vehicles are prohibited on the trail. The Cattail State Trail, which begins in Amery just east of Highway 46 at Center Street, is open to motorized vehicles.

Hiking, Bicycling, Pets & Walking

The level grade and limestone surface make this trail suitable for bicyclists, walkers and joggers. Each bicyclist age 16 or older needs a Wisconsin state trail pass while using the trail.

Pet owners, please be sure to have your pet on a leash, 8 feet or shorter, at all times. You must pick up after your pet.

Cross-Country Skiing, Snowshoeing

& Winter Activities

In winter the trail is open for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The trail is groomed for cross-country skiing. Snowshoers must stay off the groomed portion of the trail. Each skier age 16 or older needs a state trail pass before using the trail.

No hunting or trapping allowed on the trail

Stower Seven Lakes State Trail

School Forest

The public is welcome to explore the school forest trailssnowshoe, ski or on foot. Trail head and parking are located between the Middle and Intermediate Schools. Map available on the Amery School website on the ‘Community’ page: www. amerysd.k12.wi.us

Lakes and Rivers

Amery is home to three lakes and the Apple River within the city limits. Bear Trap and Lake Wapogasset are close by as well. Each body of water has its own personality and offers unique recreational and fishing opportunities.

Apple River Flowage is a 604 acre lake located in Polk County. It has a maximum depth of 18 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from public boat landings. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass and Northern Pike. The lake’s water clarity is low.

Bear Trap Lake is 241 acres in size. It is approximately 25 feet deep at its deepest point. Anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish including Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Muskellunge (Muskie), Northern Pike and Walleye. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing.

North Twin Lake is a 129 acre lake located in Polk County. It has a maximum depth of 27 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye. The lake’s water is moderately clear.

Pike Lake is a 148 acre lake located in Polk County. It has a maximum depth of 33 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye. The lake’s water clarity is very clear.

South Twin Lake is a 72 acre lake located in Polk County. It has a maximum depth of 9 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass and Northern Pike. The lake’s water is moderately clear.

Lake Wapogasset is a 1189 acre lake located in Polk County. It has a maximum depth of 32 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from public boat landings. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye. The lake’s water clarity is low.

Amery Parks

York Park

Located on the northern edge of Amery, York Park provides fishing and hiking. Picnic areas and free Wi-Fi are available as well.

North Park

Home to tennis and horseshoe courts, Frisbee golf, the city’s skate park, basketball court, play and picnic area, fishing, canoeing, public restrooms and free Wi-Fi

Flagpole Park

Located across from North Twin Lake, grilling and picnic areas are available.

North Twin Park

Fish or enjoy a picnic in this scenic park by the lake.

Soo Line Park

Home to the pavilion and next to the Cattail and Stower Seven Lakes Trail. Stop and enjoy free Wi-Fi.

Bobber Park and Michael Park

Located on the beautiful Apple River and home to the Danielson Stage, these twin parks offer fishing, picnicking and public restrooms.

South Twin Beach

Canoe, fish, enjoy a picnic, play area, pickleball courts and public restrooms.

Schumacher Park

Located on the Apple River, enjoy a picnic and the view.

Amery Dog Park

Located at the corner of Minneapolis Avenue and Griffin Street.

Area Parks

Apple River County Park

1040 Mains Crossing Ave. Camping, canoeing, fishing, hiking, picnicking, playground, snowmobiling and swimming.

Black Brook

376 115th St. Boat Landing, fishing, picnicking and a playground

Garfield Town Park

776 130th St, Amery, WI 54001 Biking, boat landing, fishing, hiking, picnicking, playground and public restrooms.

Garfield Recreation Area

1392 120th Ave, Amery, WI 54001 Horseback riding, cross country skiing, hunting, snowshoeing.

D.D. Kennedy Recreational Area

1459 Kennedy Mill Ave, Amery, WI 54001 A 99-acre environmental area preserve located between Amery and Balsam lake. The park includes a prairie restoration area with hiking trails with native grasses, wildflowers, and birds,

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fishing (bridge and handicap accessible pier), dam and millpond, education building, picnic area with grills, picnic shelter with electric, playground, and restrooms.

National Parks

St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Headquarters

401 N. Hamilton St.St. Croix Falls715-483-2274www.nps. gov/sacnExhibits and a bookstoreMay-September. Open daily 9-5October-April. Open M-F, 9-4 Closed on federal holidays.

State Parks

State Parks require state park sticker for the state in which they are located. Can be purchased at park entrance.www. dnr.state.wi.usWisconsin DNR State Park Info 608-2662181

State Park Campsite Reservations

888-947-2757 TTD 800-274-727524-hour license sales877-945-4236 (requires Visa or MasterCard)

Interstate Park, St. Croix Falls 715-483-3747Ice Age Trail Interpretive Center 715-483-3747Spooner Service Center 715-635-2101

State Fish Hatchery, SCF Brook and Brown Trout715-483-3535

State Fish Hatchery, Osceola Rainbow Trout, 715-294-2525

Straight Lake State Park, Frederic 3.5 miles east of Highway 35 via 270th Ave.

Crex Meadows, Grantsburg 715-463-2896

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Lake Wapogasset and Bear Trap Lake

Pike Lake

Nor th Twin Lake

South Twin Lake

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Nestled in the heart of northwest Wisconsin you'll find that Amery offers a rare blend of smalltown charm and prime real estate opportunities. Known as the City of Lakes, Amery is surrounded by beautiful lakes and the scenic Apple River, creating a stunning backdrop for both residential living and business ventures. With multiple commercial and investment opportunities available, it’s a great time to become part of this thriving community.

Families are drawn to Amery’s award-winning school district, providing exceptional education and strong community support. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy yearround recreation with hiking trails, an extensive ATV trail system, and easy access to water activities, making Amery an ideal location for those seeking a balanced lifestyle.

Property values in Amery remain steady, offering confidence for both homeowners and investors. The community takes pride in its welcoming atmosphere, where neighbors care for each other and local businesses are supported.

Amery also boasts a vibrant arts and entertainment scene, with festivals, galleries, and live performances adding to the town’s charm. Whether you’re looking to open a business, invest in property, or find your dream home, Amery offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, community spirit, and economic opportunity.

Discover why Amery is not just a place to live — it’s a place to thrive.

MUST-ATTENDS

THINGS TO DO • EVENTS

Golf Courses

Amery Golf Course

601 Deronda St, Amery, WI 54001

715-268-7213

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Clear Lake Golf Course

100 Golf Dr, Clear Lake, WI 54005 715-263-2500 Find us on Facebook

Krooked Kreek Golf Course

2448 75th Ave, Osceola, WI 54020 715-294-3673 krookedkreek.com

Luck Golf Course

Big Butternut Lake Park, 1520 S Shore Dr, Luck, WI 54853 715-472-2939 playluckgolf.com

Family Entertainment

Amery Area Public Library

104 W Maple St, Amery, WI 54001

715-268-9340 amerylibrary.org

Fawn-Doe-Rosa

2131 US-8, St Croix Falls, WI 54024

715-483-3772 fawndoerosa.com

Festival Theater

125 N Washington St, St Croix Falls, WI 54024

715-483-3387 festivaltheatre.org

Osceola & St. Croix

Valley Railway 114 Depot Rd, Osceola, WI 54020 651-228-0263 trainride.org

Fall Cinema 8 Theatre

2179 US-8, St Croix Falls, WI 54024

715-483-9785 stcroixfallscinema.com

Scenic Boat Tours

220 South St, Taylors Falls, MN 55084

651-465-6315 taylorsfallsboat.com

Trollhaugen Family

Recreation Area

2294 100th Ave, Dresser, WI 54009

715-755-2955 trollhaugen.com

Wild Mountain

Recreation Park

37200 Wild Mountain Rd, Taylors Falls, MN 55084

651-465-6365 wildmountain.com

AMERY FALL FESTIVAL

One of the biggest events in the City of Amery is the Fall Festival. This year marks 76 years since it started in 1949, and since then, the event has only grown bigger and better. The festival, which runs from September 11 to 14, is four days packed with fun and comradery among the area's residents.

Live music can be heard throughout Main Street, and a small carnival lights up the night sky. Activities for kids and adults make it easy to spend all day in town on those days.

At night, adult beverages are served, and live music is played in Danielson Park. A family-friendly medallion hunt also takes place, allowing people to become more

acquainted with the city and its surroundings.

The festivities are capped off with one of the largest parades in the county. Main street shuts down,

chairs are set up ahead of time, and then the fun begins as floats toss candy and have fun. It is a great way to celebrate the end of nice weather as people prepare for winter.

AMERY SUMMERS WILL BE MUSIC TO YOUR EARS

Summer and music go hand in hand, and it is no different in the city of lakes. Amery is a destination for hearing some of the best local and national bands. Every third Friday from June to August, Music on The River features artists performing at Danielson Stage. The biggest artist to perform during the event is local country star Chris Kroeze. Area food trucks also arrive to help supply great-tasting food while music fills the air.

Tuesday Tunes also begin at the same time but will offer many more chances to listen to great melodies. Every first, second, and fourth Tuesday of the month, musicians will have the opportunity to share their talents. Many of the Tuesdays showcase great bands for children to come out and dance along with in the summertime.

AMERY ART & CRAFT FAIR

North Park comes alive with art during the Amery Art Fair. Over 80 booths are set up by local artisans and artists showcasing their beautiful work for everyone to admire. Artists travel from various parts of the state and even farther to the city for two days. The Amery Woman’s Club has sponsored this event for 47 years, making it a major occasion for them to raise funds for scholarships to support local students. In addition to art, a plethora of food vendors will provide a variety of choices for visitors to satisfy their appetites and enjoy the artistic atmosphere around them. The Art Fair begins at 9 a.m. and goes until 3 p.m., giving people enough time to explore the different people and their talents.

HOLLY JOLLY STROLL

The winter season can sometimes seem gray and dreary, but the Holly Jolly Stroll brings back some cheer before the holidays. This upcoming season will mark 40 years of the community coming together to celebrate and unleash your inner child. Hot chocolate and candy bars are handed out by the Amery Free Press, some of which hide a golden ticket for a special prize. They also accept goodwill donations to be given to the Amery Food Pantry. Horse-drawn carriages provide rides down Main Street for families and children to enjoy. Then, the Amery Fire Department hosts a chili cook-off with more than 20 different vendors competing for the first-place prize. They also accept Toys for Tots during this time to help spread Christmas cheer. Small fires and s’mores are served outside in the front parking area to help enjoy a chilly night. Wherever you go, the holiday spirit fills the air.

AMERY EVENTS

April 2025

2 – Amery City Council Meeting 5 p.m. at City Hall

5 – 9:30 a.m. Friends of the Library Book Sale at Amery Public Library

19 – Bunny Bash: Easter Egg Hunt in Michael Park; Pancake Breakfast at Amery Fire Hall

21 – Amery School Board Meeting

6:30 p.m. at the Amery Intermediate School Board Room

May 2025

7 – Amery City Council Meeting 5 p.m. at City Hall.

17 – Paws on the Trail on the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail. Bring your pets to meet new friends at Soo Line Park, starting at 9 a.m.

19 – Amery School Board Meeting

6:30 p.m. at the Amery Intermediate School Board Room

26 – Memorial Day

Amery Vendors Market will take place June thru October every Monday 3-6 p.m. and every Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Pop-Up Markets 6-8 p.m. at Tuesday Tunes the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Tuesdays of June, July, and August.

June 2025

4 – Amery City Council Meeting at 5 p.m. at City Hall.

3, 10, 24 – Tuesday Tunes 6-8 p.m. at Danielson Stage in Michael Park

14 – Amery Woman’s Club Art and Craft Fair 9 a.m. at North Park

20 – Music on the River 5 p.m. at Danielson Stage in Michael Park

23 - Amery School Board Meeting

6:30 p.m. at the Amery Intermediate School Board Room

July 2025

2 – Amery City Council Meeting 5 p.m. at City Hall

4 – Ice Cream in the Park 12 p.m.

4 – Independence Day Fireworks in Bobber Park

8, 15, 29 – Tuesday Tunes 6-8 p.m. at Danielson Stage in Michael Park

15 - Amery School Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. at the Amery Intermediate School Board room.

18- Music on The River 5 p.m. at Danielson Stage in Michael Park

August 2025

5 – National Night Out 5 p.m. in Michael Park

6 – Amery City Council Meeting 5 p.m. at City Hall

9 – Amery’s Price is Right

12, 26 – Tuesday Tunes 6-8 p.m. at Danielson Stage in Michael Park

15 – Music on the River 5 p.m. at Danielson Stage in Michael Park

19 - Amery School Board Meeting

6:30 p.m. at the Amery Intermediate School Board Room

September 2025

3 – Amery City Council Meeting 5 p.m. at City Hall.

11-14 – Amery Fall Festival

12 – Fall Decorating Contest

16 - Amery School Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. at the Amery Intermediate School Board Room

October 2025

1 – Amery City Council Meeting 5 p.m. at City Hall

21 - Amery School Board Meeting

6:30 p.m. at the Amery Intermediate School Board Room

25 - Business Trick or Treat

31 – Halloween

November 2025

1 – Christmas Punch Card Program Begins

5 – Amery City Council Meeting 5 p.m. at City Hall

27 – Thanksgiving

28 – Black Friday

29 – Small Business Saturday

December 2025

3 – Amery City Council Meeting 5 p.m. at City Hall

6 – Holly Jolly Stroll

20 - Dudes Day

24 – Christmas Punch Card Program Ends

25 – Christmas Day

January 2026

1 – New Years Day

7 – Amery City Council Meeting 5 p.m. at City Hall

February 2026

4 – Amery City Council Meeting 5 p.m. at City Hall

14 – Valentines Day

March 2026

4- Amery City Council Meeting 5 p.m. at City Hall

GOVERNMENT

CITY

CITY COUNCIL

Mayor

Rick Van Blaricom Term Expires 2026 rvanblaricom@gmail.com 715-268-3430

Alderperson 1 (Wards 1 & 2)

Mike Manor Term Expires 2026 mike.manor@amerywi.gov 262-210-9012

Alderperson 2 (Wards 3, 4 & 5)

Frances Duncanson Term Expires 2028 fran.duncanson@amerywi.gov 715-268-8090

Alderperson at Large (Wards 1-5)

Eric Elkin Term Expires 2026 eric.elkin@amerywi.gov 715-268-9547

Alderperson 2 (Wards 3, 4 & 5)

Seat Open as of March 2025

Alderperson at Large (Wards 1-5)

Sharon Marks Term Expires 2028 sharon.marks@amerywi.gov 602-705-6598

Alderperson 1 (Wards 1 & 2)

Roger Van Someren Term Expires 2028 roger.vansomeren@amerywi.gov 715-554-1392

*This information is current as of March 2025. Elections may take place in April and November 2025.

Ward Plan: 9/15/2021

Wisconsin

wisconsin.gov 608-266-1212

Governor Tony Evers

115 E State Capital Madison, WI 53702 608-266-1212 eversinfo@wisconsin.gov

75th Assembly District

Rep. Duke Tucker Madison Office: Room 418 North State Capitol PO Box 8953 Madison, WI 53708 608) 237-9175 (888) 534-0075 Rep.Tucker@legis.wisconsin.gov

10th Senate District

Sen. Rob Stafsholdt

15 South, State Capitol P.O. Box 7882 Madison, WI 53707-7882 608-266-7745

Sen.Stafsholdt@legis.state.wi.us

United States

President Donald Trump 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, D.C. 20500 whitehouse.gov

House of Representatives 7th Congressional District Congressman Thomas Tiffany Hudson Office: 715-808-8160 tiffany.house.gov

U.S. Senator Ronald Johnson 2 Russell Courtyard Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-5323 ronjohnson.senate.gov

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin 1 Russell Courtyard Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-5653 baldwin.senate.gov

Polk County

Polk County Government Center

100 Polk County Plaza Balsam Lake, WI 54801

715-485-9226 co.polk.wi.us

OFFICES

Administration

715-485-9212

Insurance, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, budgets

Aging Office

715-485-8449

Elderly and disabled transportation, senior dining

Child Support

715-485-9297

Enforcement of child support

Child Protection

715-485-8400

Clerk of Courts

715-485-9299

Fines, jury selection and judicial support services

Corporate Counsel

715-485-9210

Provide legal advice for county board and departments

County Clerk

715-485-9226

General information, marriage licenses, dog licenses, passports, temporary license plates, wood cutting permits, county board proceedings and directories, elections and voting.

District Attorney, Jeff Kemp

715-485-9231

Prosecutor for the county and state, victim witness program.

Emergency Management

715-485-9280

Assist citizens after a disaster, hazardous materials reporting and planning.

Public Health

715-485-8500

Communicable disease follow-up, WIC, family planning, water testing, immunizations, sanitation.

Highway Department

715-485-8700

Maintenance, construction, safety.

Human Resources

715-485-9270

Employment applications, hiring, employee benefits.

Human Services

715-485-8400

Economic support, Alzheimer’s support groups, at-risk children and families, child and adult protective services, mental health and substance abuse.

Polk County Information Center

715-483-1410 or 800-222-7655

710 Hwy 35 S, St. Croix Falls www.co.polk.wi.us/tourism

Judges

Preside over court cases, marriage ceremonies

Branch 1 Daniel Tolan 715-485-9293

Branch 2 Jeff Anderson 715-485-9233

Land & Water

715-485-8699

Natural resources, conservation, wildlife damage program, watersheds.

Land Information

715-485-9279

Building and sanitary permits, land use planning, enforce county land use ordinances, map and maintain county’s geographical information system and survey records, comprehensive planning, revolving loan program, and zoning.

Parks, Buildings and Solid Waste

715-485-9294

Maintain county buildings and parks, solid waste and recycling program

*This information is current as of March 2025. Elections may take place in April and November 2025.

715-485-9238

Record probates, wills, adoptions, guardianships, mental commitments

715-485-9240

Record of marriages, deaths, births, land deeds and mortgages, military records.

Polk Co. Sheriff

715-485-8300

Business/Records 715-485-8350 County Jail 715-485-8370

Probation and Parole 715-485-3114

Treasurer

715-485-9255

Maintains records of and collect real estate tax, maintains county investments and checking account.

UW Extension

715-485-8600

Family living educator, 4-H, Ag programs, horticulture, various educational classes

Polk County Board of Supervisors

Polk County Board Office, Suite 170 715-485-9271

There are 15 County Supervisors. They are elected each April of the odd-numbered year. The districts they represent are drawn based on population fluctuation. When establishing districts every effort is made to keep areas and municipalities in a consistent manner.

Brad Olson Supervisor, District 1 brad.olson@polkcountywi.gov 715-327-4614

Doug Route Supervisor, District 2 douglas.route@polkcountywi.gov 715-472-2620

Steve Warndahl Supervisor, District 3 steve.warndahl@polkcountywi.gov 715-553-0786

Pamela Garvey Supervisor, District 4

pamela.garvey@polkcountywi.gov 715-553-0481

Tracy LaBlanc Supervisor, District 5 tracy.lablanc@polkcountywi.gov 715-948-2036

Dan Ruck Supervisor, District 6 dan.ruck@polkcountywi.gov 612-940-8424

Sharon Kelly Supervisor, District 7 sharon.kelly@polkcountywi.gov 651-402-2476

Jeremy Hall Supervisor, District 8 jeremy.hall@polkcountywi.gov 715-553-2867

Kim A. O’Connell Supervisor, District 9 kim.o’connell@polkcountywi.gov 715-381-7917

Tony Johnson Supervisor, District 10 tony.johnson@polkcountywi.gov 715-607-1183

Jay Luke Chairperson, District 11 jay.luke@polkcountywi.gov 715-554-7383

Frances Duncanson Supervisor, District 12 frances.duncanson@polkcountywi. gov 715-268-8090

Russell E. Arcand 2nd Vice-Chairperson, District 13 russell.arcand@polkcountywi.gov 715-977-0129

Keith Karpenski Supervisor, District 14 keith.karpenski@polkcountywi.gov 715-554-2488

John Bonneprise 1st Vice-Chairperson, District 15 715-417-0062

What County Supervisory District am I in?

There are 15 County Supervisory Districts in Polk County. To find out what district you are in and who your County Board Supervisor is, call 715485-9226 or go to www.co.polk.wi.us. County Board Supervisors are elected every two years.

Running for county office: Please contact the County Clerk for filing deadlines if you are interested in running for county offices.

Running for municipal or town offices: Call your municipal office for instructions.

City of Amery

Amery City Hall 104 Maple St W, Suite A, 715-268-7486 amerywisconsin.org

The current population of Amery is 2,925 as of 2021. The village covers 3.61 square miles. The total population of Polk County is 45,431 as of 2021, and covers 917 square miles.

The City of Amery has six elected alderpersons serving four year term limits, and a mayor who serves two year term limits. The alderpersons elect a city administrator and city offices are located in city hall.

Office hours are Monday-Thursday 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Fire Department 911

Fire Chief Chuck Frohn 715-268-7406

Police Department 911

Police Chief Dan Peters

715-268-7821

Public Works

Jeff Mahoney 715-268-5911

Public Library

Director Heather Wiarda 715-268-9340

Building Inspector

Dan Kegley

715-497-3458

*This information is current as of March 2025. Elections may take place in April and November 2025.

GOVERNMENT

Municipal Court

Judge Chelsea Whitley 715-268-6567

City Council

Rick Van Blaricom, Mayor 715-268-3430

Mike Manor, Alder 1 262-210-9012

Roger Van Someren, Alder 1 715-554-1392

Sarah Flanum, Alder 2 715-268-4223

Frances Duncanson, Alder 2 715-268-8090

Sharon Marks, Alder at Large 602-705-6598

Eric Elkin, Alder at Large 715-268-9547

Meetings held the first Wednesday of the month at 5 p.m.

Amery Post Office 715-268-7144

Townships

TOWN OF ALDEN

townofalden.com

183 155th St, Star Prairie, WI 54026

Clerk: Chris Genung 715-248-7859

Treasurer: Margo Dahl 715-554-2560

Town Garage: Jeff & Ben, Roadworkers, 715-248-3714

Chairperson: Keith Karpenski 715554-2488

Supervisors: Gerald Anderson 715554-0814, Barry Ausen 715-2487844, Ted Johnson 651-491-0190, Bruce Otto 651-491-0190

Meetings held the second Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.

TOWN OF APPLE RIVER

townofappleriver.com

606 US Hwy 8, Amery, WI 54001

Clerk: Lisa Carlson 715-268-6506

Treasurer: Marie Geist 651-295-0063

Chairperson: Kerry Bryan 715-5541379

Supervisors: Chad King 715-554-1991, Steve Mullenbach 715-557-1574

Meetings held the second Monday of the month at 6 p.m.

TOWN OF BEAVER

townofbeaverwi.com

1541 10th St. Turtle Lake, WI 54889

Clerk: Wendy Coleman 715-205-4396

Treasurer: Roxy King 715-641-1432

Chairperson: Ethan Yeske 715-6410001

Supervisors: Jeremiah Mewes 715641-0065, Sabrina Evenson 715-9864482

Meetings held the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

TOWN OF BLACK BROOK

blackbrookwi.gov

99 75th St., Clear Lake, WI 54005

Clerk: Janel Bell Isle 651-245-8929

Treasurer: Darcy Lorsung 715-4759280

Chairperson: Erik Henningsgard 715441-0242

Supervisors: Matt Belle Isle 651-2458130, Jake Macholl 715-554-2829

Meetings held the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.

TOWN OF CLAYTON

townofclaytonwi.com

164 70th Ave., Clayton, WI 54004

Clerk: Tracy LaBlanc 715-948-2564

Treasurer: Debbie Elmer 715-7813845

Chairperson: Bill Vanda 715-948-2617

Supervisors: Paul Ludwig, Roger Olson, Scott Gilbertson, Arling “Ole” Olson.

Meetings held the second Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.

TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE

375 46th St., Clear Lake, WI 54005

Clerk: Janelle Johnson 715-948-2189

Treasurer: Jenifer Cockroft 715-2634343

Chairperson: Arthur Bergmann 715263-2418

Supervisors: Larry Reindahl, Richard Buhr

Meetings held the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

TOWN OF GARFIELD

townofgarfield.com

690 Minneapolis St, Amery, WI 54001 Clerk: Sue Knutson 715-553-3287

Treasurer: Joann Erickson 715-2682753

Chairperson: Ed Gullickson 715-2682574

Supervisors: Dave Nelson, George Stroebel

Meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

TOWN OF LINCOLN townoflincoln-wi.com

661 85th St., Amery, WI 54001

Clerk: Stephanie Marciniak 715-2684747

Treasurer: Richard Timm 715-2684757

Chairperson: Jay Luke 715-268-2018

Supervisors: Richard Waterman, Alan Carlson

Meetings are held the second Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.

VILLAGE OF CLAYTON

villageofclaytonwi.com

111 Clayton Ave. W., Clayton WI 54004

Clerk/Treasurer: Lisa Lien 715-9482460

President: Joe Berghammer

Trustees: Bob Gilbertson, Charlie Boese, Cris Casarez, Lillianna Wilson, LuAnn Scharmer, Rochele ScribnerWinger.

Public Works Director: Sheldon Donath 715-948-2310

Police Chief: Paul Houx 715-948-2121

Fire Chief: William Vanda 715-9484155

Meetings are held the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

VILLAGE OF CLEAR LAKE

clearlake-wi.gov

350 4th Ave, Clear Lake, WI 54005

Clerk/Treasurer: Albert Bannink 715263-2157

President: Roger LaBlanc

Trustees: Marie Bannink, Gerald Becker, Pete Cogbill, Michael Flaherty, Joey Monson Lillie, Lori Martin.

Street & Water Supervisor: Aaron Buhr 715-263-2157

Police Chief: Paul Houx 715-263-2156

Fire Chief: T.J. Buhr 715-263-2475

Meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

*This information is current as of March 2025. Elections may take place in April and November 2025.

ECONOMICS

INDUSTRY

ECONOMICS

Industry

Amery Technical Products – AmTec

241 Venture Dr, Amery, WI 54001

715-268-8146

Amery Welding & Fabrication

640 Development Blvd, Amery, WI 54001

715-268-4140

Cardinal LG

250 Griffin St E, Amery, WI 54001

715-268-8111

J&E Coatings LLC

611 Development Blvd, Amery, WI 54001

715-268-4365

Matrix Cable Solutions

129 Birch St E, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-6344

MRL Manufacturing/Noble-X

465 Griffin Blvd, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-2681

Process Technology

241 Venture Dr, Amery, WI 54001

715-268-8146

Raveling Companies, LLC

345 Venture Dr, Amery, WI 54001

715-268-9600

Reliatrace

709 Keller Ave. South 715-268-6495

Scientific Molding Corp – SMC

330 Smc Dr, Somerset, WI 54025

715-247-3500

Unisource Assembly Corporation

711 Minneapolis Ave S, Amery, WI 54001

715-268-9769

Commerce

Amery Economic Development Corporation

Paul Shafer, Director 715-268-8018 amerywisconsin.org

Polk County Economic Development Agency

100 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 715-405-3400

Polk County Information Center 710 WI-35, St Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-1410

Airport

Amery Municipal Airport, located at the south end of the city, features a number of amenities to make a visit by air a pleasant experience. The newly paved 75 by 4,000 foot north/south runway can accommodate a variety of aircraft , including small jets. The large ramp provides plenty of tie-down space. There are GPS-RNAV approaches available for inclement weather, as well as pilot controlled lighting that can be activated by 3 clicks on the Unicom frequency (122.8). Newly installed PAPI (Precision Approach Path Indicator) lights help guide pilots down the glideslope.

Both 100LL and JetA with Prist aviation fuels are available 24/7 from our new automated credit card self serve system. MasterCard, Visa, Discover and multi-serve cards are accepted. The pilot lounge, which is always open 24/7, features a restroom, vending machine, aviation weather computer and comfortable furniture.

Further information can be obtained by calling Amery City Hall at (715) 268-7486.

Location Facts

Location: 1 Mile South of Amery Coordinates:

Camp Wapo

Sunday Worship at the Wapo Beach - Come by boat, foot, bike or car. Lakeside on Sundays, starting May 25 - Aug 31. Coffee & treats are served. Bring your own chair or bench seating is available.

Summer Camp 2025 Camp sessions for grades K-12 and families too. Learn more at lakewapo.org.

Wapo Golf Scramble July 14 Join us as a golfer or a sponsor. A fun day on the course raising $ for camp - includes lunch, dinner, tons of fun & prizes.

Year-round Retreats for all ages - Camp Wapo hosts Men’s, Women’s, Adults, Quilting, and Youth retreats throughout the year. Learn more at lakewapo.org.

Christmas Dinner Theater - December 4-7, 11-14. A wonderful four course dinner and musical theater production to welcome in the Advent season.

Special Events - Check our website for details on all special events & news.

lakewapo.org 1204 74th Ave Amery WI 715-268-8434

EAT LOCAL

RESTAURANTS • FAST FOOD • BAR & GRILLS

Restaurants

Amery Family Restaurant

418 Keller Ave S, Amery 715-268-2100

China Garden

940 Elden Ave, Amery 715-268-2900

Dairy Queen

221 Keller Ave S, Amery 715-268-2117

Ellie’s Ice Cream & Coffee

204 Keller Ave N, Amery 715-268-3470

Garibaldi’s Mexican Restaurant

337 Keller Ave S, Amery 715-268-9801

Jimmy John’s

924 Elden Ave, Amery 715-268-5555

McDonald’s

100 Power St, Amery 715-268-6700

Pizza Man

125 Birch St E, Amery 715-268-5100

Pure N Simple Farm

House Foods

867 US-8, Amery 715-268-6800

Shoreview

Supper Club 796 100th St, Amery 715-268-8774

Subway

309 Keller Ave S, Amery 715-268-9966

Village Pizzeria

325 Keller Ave N, Amery 715-268-7010

Bar and Grills

Alibi Bar 109 Keller Ave N, Amery 715-268-8928

Amery Ale Works 588 115th St, Amery 715-268-5226

Birch Street Bar 117 Birch Street East, Amery 715-268-8922

Brow Tine 1361 100th St, Amery 715-268-6262

Club 53 & Lanes

125 Keller Ave N, Amery 715-268-8921

Mustang Sally’s 107 Keller Ave N, Amery 715-268-7777

The Mix Up 1301 105th Ave, Amery 715-268-8572

Tac Two Bar & Grill

105 Keller Ave N, Amery 715-268-8222

U.W. Wanderoos Bar & Grill 1629 70th Ave, Amery 715-268-9217

Mixed Up Waterside Bar & Grill

1342 Lone Pine Ln, Amery 715-268-5005

WORSHIP LOCAL

AREA CHURCHES

AMERY CONGREGATIONAL

201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery, Dana Caldwell, Pastor, 715-268-7390, www.ameryucc.org

AMERY FREE LUTHERAN

1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Alan Arneson, Pastor, 715-268-9218, www.ameryflc.org

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY

942 US Hwy. 8, Amery, Justin Hosking, Pastor, 715-268-2176, appleriverchurch.org

BALSAM LUTHERAN

1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Laurie Kenyon Woods, Pastor, 715-268-9291, www.balsamlutheranchurch.org

BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH

415 Bridge Avenue, Star Prairie, 715-248-3730, blcsp.org

CHURCH OF CHRIST –NEW RICHMOND

1491 Co Rd A, New Richmond, 715-690-8077, cocnr.com

CLEAR LAKE SEVENTHDAY ADVENTIST

76 20th Ave., Clear Lake, Scott Manly, Pastor, 715-566-4349; Head Elder Norman Britain, 715-263-2457, Church 715-263-3034, clearlakewi.adventistchurch.org

CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST

420 4th Ave., Clear Lake, Hakki Min, Pastor, 715-263-2700, www.willowriverparish.org

DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST 221 2nd St. W., Deer Park, Hakki Min, Pastor, 715-263-2700, www.willowriverparish.org

DERONDA LUTHERAN

1239 65th Ave., Amery, 715-268-9577, Loren Teig, Synodically Authorized Minister, www.nuicparish.org

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST

1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Jonathon Enger, Pastor, 715-857-5411, www.eastbalsam.org

EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN

207 120th Street, Amery, 715-268-2143, Hillary Toulson, Pastor, www.eastimmanuel-lutheran.org

EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE

735 70th Ave., Amery, Eric Danielson, Lead Pastor; Kent Tollakson, Youth Director; Randy Schussman, Pastoral Care Pastor, 715-268-2350, www.eastlincolnalliance.com

EL SALEM CHRISTIAN CENTER

1751 100th Ave., Dresser, Pastor Steven and Debra Mayer, 715-749-6002, www.escc.church

ELIM LUTHERAN

1277 60th St., Range, Laurie Kenyon Woods, Pastor

FAITH FAMILY (UNITED METHODIST)

2692 154th Ave., Emerald, Hakki Min, Pastor, 715-263-2700, www.willowriverparish.org

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA)

301 1st Ave. E., Balsam Lake, Neal Weltzin, Pastor, 715-485-3800, faithlutheranbl.com

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA)

134 Prentice St. S, Clayton, Margaret Grant, Pastor, 715-948-2867, www.cllutheran.org

FIRST LUTHERAN

240 Elm St., Amery, Tim Bjorge, Pastor, 715-268-7135, www.flcamery.org

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC)

811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake, Bryan S. Anderson, Pastor, 715-263-2846, www.firstluthclearlake.com

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN (ELCA)

877 190th Ave./Cty. Rd. G, Balsam Lake (Fox Creek), Diane Norstad, Pastor, 715-857-5580, georgetownlutheran.net

GRACE LUTHERAN (WELS)

460 4th St., Clear Lake, 715-263-2140

HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX

523 1st St., Clayton, Chris Wojcik, Pastor, 715-948-2493, www.htocclayton.org

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST

1606 165th Avenue, Centuria (County Rd I between Balsam Lake & Centuria, Steve Rice, Pastor, 715-485-3363, htslumc@gmail.com, Facebook

IMMANUEL EV. LUTHERAN (LCMS)

124 E. Church St., Clayton, Scott 715-641-0054

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN

375 65th Ave., Clayton, immanuellutheran.info

JOURNEY CHURCH

131 Broadway St. E., Amery, Isaac Karpenske, Lead Pastor, 715-268-2223, office@journeychurch.city, www.journeychurch.city

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN

1272 44th Ave., Amery, 715-268-9577, Loren Teig, Synodically Authorized Minister, www.nuicparish.org

LIVING WORD CHAPEL

2746 Hwy. 64, Forest, Sean & Libby Higgins, senior leaders, 715-265-4810 or 715-781-8247, www.livingwordchapel.com

MOE LUTHERAN (ELCA)

451 30th St., Clear Lake, Margaret Grant, Pastor, 715-948-2867, www.cllutheran.org

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY

119 Birch St. W., Amery, Craig Jorgenson, Pastor, 715-268-6989, www.amerynewlifechurch.org

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC

507 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Father Jerry Harris, Pastor, 715-405-2253, ourladyofthelakes.ws

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN

217 Deronda St., Amery, 715-268-7290, www.oslcamery.org

REDEEMER LUTHERAN (LCMS)

600 Keller Ave. S., Amery, Edward Clemens, Pastor, 715-268-7283, redeemerlutheranchurch-amery.com

REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE

205 1 1/2 St./Cty. Rd K, Clear Lake, Todd Groat, Pastor, 715-263-2126, www.reevechurch.org

ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL

365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola, 715-263-2961

ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC 811 4th St., Clear Lake, Fr. John Long, Pastor, 715-265-7133, www.jbjsaints.com

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

1050 Keller Ave. N., Amery, Father Jerry Harris, Pastor, 715-268-7717, www.stjosephamery.org

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN (LCMS) 2803 Hwy. 64, Glenwood City (Forest), Dan Moeller, Vacancy Pastor

TRINITY LUTHERAN OF GARFIELD 1578 85th Ave., Amery, 715-268-9577, Loren Teig, Synodically Authorized Minister, www.nuicparish.org

UNITED COVENANT

348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake, Dan Pearson, Pastor, 715-263-2665, www.unitedcovchurch.org

Explore Amery

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN (ELCA) 447 180th St., Osceola, www.westimmanuel.org, 715-294-2936

ORGANIZATIONS

ARTS

FARMERS MARKETS

CLUBS

FOOD PANTRY

ARTS ORGANIZATIONS

artZ Gallery

208 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI 54001 artzgallery.org

artZ Gallery is an artist owned and operated gallery, with changing monthly exhibits featuring member and guest artists. Artists who are interested in exhibiting can pick up application information at the Gallery or visit the website: artzgallery.org

Polk County Earth Arts earthartswi.org

Polk County Earth Arts is an organization that brings together visual artists and artisans of the Upper St. Croix Valley for purposes of mutual support, networking, organizing and promoting special events, and creating promotional materials.

The annual Earth Arts Spring Tour occurs the first weekend in May. Maps are provided at the Polk County Information Center.

The annual Fall Salon is held the third, is an art exhibit showing member artists interpretations of a common theme. The Earth Arts members meet monthly throughout the year. Meeting locations rotate among members’ studios and galleries, giving everyone an introduction to each other’s work. Earth Arts is an open forum and welcomes all interested parties working in all artistic media.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION

Amery Area Food Pantry

230 Deronda Street, Amery, WI 715-268-5999

Inside the old ER entrance

Medical Center Building

Open Monday 9 a.m. - 12 noon, Thursdays from 2-6 p.m. Call for appt.

Ruby’s Pantry

9000 Griffin St E, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-7390 rubyspantry.org

Hosted at SMC by the Amery Congregational Church and distributed the second Saturday of the month at 9 a.m.

WIC Program

Call Polk County Health Dept. for appointment 715-485-8520

FARMERS MARKETS

Amery Vendor’s Market

Mondays 3 p.m.-6 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m.-Noon at Soo Line Park in downtown Amery

Balsam Lake Farmers Market

Fridays 3 p.m.-5 p.m. at Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 507 West Main Street

Osceola Farmers Market

Fridays 2 p.m.-6 p.m. Located at 306 River Street in Osceola

St. Croix Falls Farmers Market

Saturdays 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in downtown St. Croix Falls at 203 Washington St.

THRIFT

Worn Again Inc.

207 Keller Ave N, Amery, WI 54001

715-268-6080

Sweet Child of Mine

113 Keller Ave S, Amery, WI 54001

715-554-7697

CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS

4-H UW Extension

Phone: 715-485-8600

Fax: 715-485-8601

Polk County 4-H Clubs and Leaders

Beaver Brook Badgers

Katie Lauterbach 715-829-8024

Bone Lake Beavers

Terri Anderson 715-566-1043

Cattail Clovers

Michele Pickard 715-948-4249

Cedar Lake

Neil & Rebecca Gustafson 715-7553913

Cushing

Rayannon Lundgren 715-566-0088

Deronda Diplomats

Marge Schone 715-268-7031

Forest View

Jessica Demulling 715-501-4203

Indian Creek

Linda Owens 715-653-2663

Jolly Milltown

Judy Bainbridge 715-553-0801

Knotty Pine

Amanda Sanders 715-641-2466

Little Butternut

Jackie Thompson 715-268-1869

Little Falls Livewires

Julie Novak 715-268-2237

Lucky Horseshoe

Corrine Gehrman 715-205-4409

McKinley Vikings

Melissa Monchilovich 715-651-2956

Northern Lights

Shirley Miller-Fry 715-557-1467

Pleasant Lake

Trish Carlson 715-294-4372

Scenic View

Sandy Swanson 715-483-9350

Shooting Stars

Matt Babcock 612-308-8885

South Milltown

Jeanne Alling 715-553-2488

West Sweden

Paul Knauber 715-566-3120

Arnell Memorial Humane Society

185 Griffin St E, Amery, WI 715-268-7387 arnellhumane.org

Boy Scouts of America beascout.scouting.org

Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin River Valley girlscoutrv.org

Indianhead Barbershop Chorus info@indianheadchorus.org indianheadchorus.org

Ice Age Trail Foundation, Indianhead Chapter indianheadchapter@iceagetrail.org iceagetrail.org

Interfaith Caregivers

2000 US-8, St Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-825-8500 info@interfaithpolk.org

West Wisconsin Lyme

Disease Support Group

Bonnie Fox 715-268-9557

Amery Pickleball Club

M-W-F morning open play. Meet the members, learn and join in the fun.

Board Members:

President: Craig DiLorenzo 612-8125654

Vice-President: Dave Anderson 715554-0450

Secretary: Brandon Schwoch 321527-9989

Treasurer: Marty Noonan 562-8328255

Director-at-Large: Julie Ries 715-5239967

Polk County Democratic Party polkcountywisconsindemocrats.org pocodems@gmail.com

Polk County Republican Party polkcountyrepublicans.com chairman@PolkCountyRepublicans. com

Polk County Historical Society

120 W Main St, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, 715-485-9269 polkcountymuseum.com

Polk County Genealogy Society

Vicki Jensen 715-501-3210 polkgen@gmail.com

Polk County KAOS

Snowmobile Club

Kevin McNutt 715-684-9115 polkcountykaos@gmail.com polkcountykaos.wordpress.com

Amery Snowmobile Club

Josh Nicholas president@amerysnowmobileclub. com amerysnowmobileclub.com

Polk-Burnett Beekeepers pbbeekeepers.com

St. Croix Valley Orchestra

Adam Bever, Director scvorchestra.org 715-554-1536

Amery Woman’s Club amerywomansclub.com

The Amery Woman’s Club is affiliated with the General Federation of Woman’s

Club where members work locally to create global change by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service.

Amery Garden Club

Patricia Seidl 847-736-4938

The Amery Area Garden Club meets monthly from April to December. In addition to garden tours, the group shares flower and vegetable gardening ideas and is responsible for the plantings at Schumacher Park.

Amery Lions Club

amerylionsclub@gmail.com

Founded in 1980, the Amery Lions Club is dedicated to serving the needs of our community. We’re proud of our city of Amery and our club members serve the community by freely giving their time and labor, in addition to raising funds, to support local, State and International projects and foundations. Our Club’s many activities reflect the Lions motto “We Serve.” Meetings 2nd Monday of the month, 12:00 p.m. at Amery Area Community Center, 608 Harriman Ave S, Amery.

Amery Community Club amerycc.org

The Amery Community Club has represented the businesses and professions of Amery, Wisconsinserving as the community’s chamber organization since 1927. The club is dedicated to establishing and maintaining itself as a primary advocate, voice and resource for business and community organizations in our area.

President: Troy Keller 715-338-4243

Treasurer: Eric Morrissey 715-2684106

Secretary: Jessica D’Ambrosio 715268-9771

Director: Steve Helling 715-554-2782

Past President: Shawn Doerfler 715268-9771

Amery Swedish Club foreverswedish.online

Our Swedish Club began over 15 years ago as a Swedish language class in Amery. Our language teacher then suggested that we should have a social club. And so För Alltid Svensk was born and blossomed and has become an active group with monthly activities and more than 50 regular members

and many Facebook and website friends. We welcome all with similar interests to join us!

Amery Area Community Foundation

P.O. Box 11, Amery, WI 54001 aacf@amerywi.gov

It is the goal of the Amery Community Foundation to enhance the quality of life in the Amery area and all of Polk County. We hope to do this by encouraging the establishment of endowment funds to serve the local community now and in the future by providing leadership and resources.As a public charity we can offer our donors maximum tax advantages. At the same time we can accommodate special concerns of the donor.

Amery Area Historical Society 109 E Maple St, Amery, WI 54001 ameryhistory@gmail.com

Featuring a collection of unique Amery artifacts and memorabilia.

Friends of the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail PO Box 203, Amery, WI 54001 888-936-7463

The Friends of the Stower Seven Lakes Trail are a diverse group of over 200 energetic and engaged individuals, families and businesses committed to its vision, “the creation, promotion and preservation of the best-loved state trail in Wisconsin.”

Members pay a nominal fee which supports the development, maintenance and promotion of the trail and receive semi-annual trail updates that include volunteer opportunities, upcoming events and highlights of trail users and their experiences. Board members are elected with Board meetings held every month.

Woodland Lakes Rotary Club amerywisconsin.org

Rotary club members are volunteers who work locally, regionally, and internationally to: Combat hunger, Improve health and sanitation, Provide education and job training. Promote peace. Eradicate polio under the motto “Service Above Self”. New members are always welcome. The local Rotary Club is involved with:

ORGANIZATIONS

The 3rd Grade Dictionary Program, Group Study Exchange, The International Flag Park, Strive Program. The Rotary Club Meets each Thursday at 11:45 a.m. except for the 5th Thursday.

Sjoland 635, Sons of Norway

Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

First Lutheran Church 240 Elm Street W, Amery President: Greg Warner 715-263-2776

VFW Post 7929

730 Wisconsin Ave, Amery, 715-268-8393

Commander: David Porter

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #7929 welcomes you to the community of Amery. We are a local and nationally affiliated non-profit organization that is here to serve our veterans. No one does more for veterans than the VFW. If you have served in any one of the campaigns overseas, you could be eligible to become a member of our organization. If you have not served

in the armed forces, but support the veterans and the military, our door is open to the public during our noraml business hours. On Thursdays, we have an exciting evening of Bingo that starts at 6:30 p.m. Our Canteen opens Thursday and Friday at 4 p.m. Follow our Facebook page VFW Post 7929 Amery.

Larson-Torgerson American Legion Post 169

320 Memorial Drive, Amery, WI

612-237-9747

Email: starskym@yahoo.com

Commander: Mark Starsky

Over 100 years ago, the American Legion was formed in France. Over 100 years ago, six men from Amery decided it was a good idea and when the men returned home from France, they applied and became members. The American Legion Larson-Torgerson post #169 of Amery Wisconsin was founded in 1919, meaning that only 168 posts across the United States were formed before Amery.

HOMEGROWN

June thru October & Homemade

Every Monday 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Every Saturday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Pop-Up Markets 6-8 p.m. at Tuesday Tunes the 1st, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of June, July & Aug.

Today, the organization is active throughout the United States, supporting current military personnel and veterans, sponsoring American Legion Baseball, Boys State, Oratorical Contests and other activities for youth.

They are the largest wartime veteran’s organization in the United States. Amery has over 100 members in the legion and they meet the last Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m.

WPCA Radio

130 Riverside Blvd., Amery, WI 54001 715-268-9722

93.1 FM WPCA Mission Statement: “...To truly serve...the Public Interest, Convenience and Necessity...” This statement is taken from the opening paragraph of the broadcast license of every radio station in the country. WPCA Radio Takes it Very Seriously, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Soo Line Park | Amery, Wisconsin

Evergreen Village offers independent living in a friendly, caring and supportive community. Conveniently located near downtown Amery and the Community Center. We have shuttle service to the health care campus and public library.

Amenities included at affordable rates:

24 hour

The Amery Area Public Library enriches the community by connecting people with information, ideas, and experiences.

We have something for everyone: 3D printers, open crafting in the Makerspace, books, DVDs, a Library of Things, backpack kits, Vox books, board games, puzzles, lawn games, snowshoes, programs for all ages, and more!

Visit us at www.amerylibrary.org or find us on Facebook/Instagram for more information about our programs and services.

104 Maple Street Amery WI 54001 amerylibrary.org 715-268-9340

SCHOOLS

Amery School District

amerysd.k12.wi.us

The School District of Amery offers legacy, Montessori, AIM and ProjectBased instruction.

District Office

Dr. Shawn Doerfler, District Administrator 543 Minneapolis Avenue 715-268-9771

Lien Elementary School EC-2

469 Minneapolis Avenue 715-268-9771, ext. 263

Intermediate School 3-5

Principal Jessica D’Ambrosio 543 Minneapolis Avenue 715-268-9771, ext. 277

Middle School 6-8

Principal Tom Bensen 501 Minneapolis Avenue 715-268-9771, ext. 303

High School 9-12

Principal Josh Gould 555 Minneapolis Avenue 715-268-9771

Community Education

Director Tracy Hendrickson 555 Minneapolis Avenue 715-268-9771 ext. 220 hendricksont@amerysd.k12.wi.us

Bus Information

Transportation Supervisor Ryan Pease 715-268-9771, ext. 231

The Clubhouse Childcare

Center Before & After School Care

4K through Grade 5 Infant & Toddler Care

Ages 6 weeks until in school 715-268-9771, ext. 434

Northwood Technical College

(formerly WITC) 1019 S. Knowles Ave. New Richmond, WI 54017 northwoodtech.edu

715-468-2815

800-243-9482

Fax 715-468-2819

TTY 888-261-8578

STAY LOCAL

Motels

Camelot Motel

359 Keller Ave. S. Amery, WI 54001 715-268-8194

Forrest Inn Motel 1045 Riverplace Mall Amery, WI 54001 715-268-4100

Campgrounds

Amery Municipal RV Campground

North Park, Amery, WI 54001

To reserve call 715-268-7486 or online at amerywisconsin.org.

Apple River Park & Campground

1040 Mains Crossing Ave. Amery, WI 54001

715-485-9294

Cameron Bridge Campground

878 Cameron Bridge Dr Amery, WI 54001

715-268-8960

Clear Lake Park and Campground

398 7th St. NW, Clear Lake, WI 54005

Tenting and RV sites, Swimming beach, fishing. Reserve with campground host on site or call 715263-2157 M-F, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Interstate State Park St. Croix Falls 715-483-3747, www.dnr.wi.gov

Port Valhalla Campground 794 100th St., Amery, WI 54001 715-268-2421

SERVICES & SUPPORT

General Information

AREA CODE

Area Code for western Wisconsin is 715 or 534. Minnesota East Metro Area: 651, 612 and 763. Central time zone.

Polk County: www.co.polk.wi.us Wisconsin: www.wisconsin.gov

DOG LICENSING

All dogs over five months old need to be licensed and tagged through your city, village, or town clerk/treasurer. Proof of rabies vaccination is required. If spayed or neutered, fee is reduced. License year Jan. 1 to Dec. 31.

VEHICLE REGISTRATION AND PLATES

Amery Police Station

104 Maple St W, Suite C, Amery Renewals or temporary plates for vehicles under 8000 lbs. Bring title or lien holder papers.

Phone number: (715) 268-7411 or www. http://wisconsindot.gov/ Pages/online-srvcs/find-dmv

Drivers License

950 Eldon Ave., Amery Driver license and ID products, and disabled parking ID cards. This location offers automated knowledge tests in various languages. Vehicle products: registration, stickers, titling and license plates available. Excluded products: No heavy vehicles Office hours: Monday and Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Vehicle/Animal Collisions

Accidents with more than $1000 worth of damage must be reported to the Sheriff’s office, 715-485-8300. Accidents with lesser damage can be reported so the accident is logged for insurance purposes.

Anyone who hits and kills a deer and wishes to keep the remains must contact the DNR, 715-635-2101.

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Polk County Job Center

4040 Main Street, Balsam Lake Phone 715-485-3115

Fax: 715-485-9466

www.workforceresource.org

UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE

www.dwd.wisconsin.gov/ui/ 1-800-822-5246

Claim specialists available from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. M-F.

NEWSPAPERS

Amery Free Press

215 Keller Ave S, P.O. Box 424 Amery, WI 54001

715-268-8101

www.theameryfreepress.com office@theameryfreepress.com

Baldwin Bulletin

990 Hillcrest St., Suite #104 P.O. Box 76 Baldwin, WI 54002

715-684-2484

www.baldwin-bulletin.com office@baldwin-bulletin.com

Burnett County Sentinel 114 Madison Street, P.O. Box 397 Grantsburg, WI 54840

715-463-2341

www.burnettcountysentinel.com office@burnettcountysentinel.com

Clear Lake Chronicle 560 5th Street, Clear Lake, WI 54005 Laura Anderson 715-263-2715

Inter-County Leader

715-327-4236 www.leadernewsroom.com

Osceola Sun

108 Cascade St., P.O. Box 248 Osceola, WI 54020 715-294-2314 www.osceolasun.com office@osceolasun.com

PERMITS FOR BUILDING

Contact the town clerk if you live in a rural area, or clerk if you live in an incorporated area. A uniform building code is in effect in Polk County; this includes fences.

Septic permits and rural address signs are handled by the county zoning office: 715-485-9279 or www.co.polk. wi.us/landinfo/zoning

PERMITS FOR BURNING

Amery- No open burning or burning of household trash allowed. Call the municipal office for information about campfires. Unincorporated areas: Call town clerk.

DIGGERS HOTLINE

1-800-242-8511

PROPERTY TAXES

Property taxes are payable in two installments. Check with the treasurer of your town or incorporated area.

ROAD CONDITIONS

Dial 511

CABLE OR SATELLITE SERVICE

Northwest Communications 715-268-7101

Dish Network 800-333-3474

Direct TV 855-567-1661

ELECTRIC

Xcel Energy 800-895-4999

Polk-Burnett 800-421-0283

INTERNET PROVIDERS

Northwest Communications 715-268-7101

NATURAL GAS

WE Energies 800-242-9137

PROPANE/FUEL OIL

Federated Co-op 715-294-3344

Ferrellgas 715-294-2411

Jor-Gas 715-327-8218

Polk-Burnett 800-421-0283

Skoglund Oil 715-246-4767

ALCIVIA 800-236-3276

Quality Propane 715-723-9490

POLK COUNTY

RECYCLING CENTER

715-483-1088

www.co.polk.wi.us/recycling

4 miles E of St. Croix Falls on Hwy 8 Solid Waste Office 715-485-9294

M-F, 8:30-4:30 p.m.

100 Polk County Plaza, Suite 10 Balsam Lake

TELEPHONE

Northwest Communications 715-268-7101

CELL PHONE

Verizon Wireless 103 Power St, Amery, WI 54001

WASTE COLLECTION

Waterman Sanitation 715-268-6471

WATER AND SEWER

City of Amery

104 Maple St W, Suite A Amery, WI 54001

715-268-7486

VOTER INFORMATION

Polk County handles all election preparations, publications and ballots for the voters of Polk County. The ballots are distributed to the municipalities prior to the election. Each municipality is responsible for submitting the results to the County Clerk as soon as possible after the polls close. Those results are tallied at the County Clerk’s office the night of an election and made available to the public and news media. Past election poll lists and results are on file and open to the public.

How do I vote?

To request an absentee ballot or to find out where to vote the day of the election, contact your municipal or town clerk. If you are uncertain who your clerk is or how they can be reached, please call the County Clerk at 715-485-9226.

The completed absentee ballot must be received by the municipal clerk no later than 8 a.m. the day of the election.

Voter registration

Residents voting in person can register at the time they vote by

bringing a photo identification and an envelope/bill addressed to them at their home address from a utility or business to establish their residency. Direct voter registration questions to your municipal or town clerk or call the Polk County Clerk 715-485-9226.

PASSPORT INFORMATION

A passport is required to leave the United States including entering and returning from Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean and for all international travel.

Things you need

Bring a certified copy of your birth certificate. It will be returned when you receive your passport. Bring a proof of identity with photo, such as a driver’s license.

Places to go locally:

Amery Post Office

1024 Riverplace Drive, Amery 715-268-7144

TTY Service 877-889-2457

Make appointment in advance

Polk County Government Center

Polk County Clerk’s Office

100 Polk County Plaza, Suite 110 Balsam Lake, WI 54810 715-485-9209

Make appointment in advance

Senior Services

Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Phone: 715-485-8449

100 Polk County Plaza, Suite 190 Balsam Lake, WI 54810

Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Laura Wagner, Director ADRC provides information, direct services, and links to other services and advocacy to enable older adults to live as independently as possible. Call the office for a “Directory for Seniors” which contains a wealth of information.

Senior Voices, a monthly newsletter, is available from Polk County Aging Program.

COMMUNITY CENTERS

Amery Area Community Center

608 Harriman Ave. S., Amery 715-268-6605

Open daily

TRANSPORTATION

Interfaith Caregiversvolunteer drivers

715-825-8500 www.interfaithpolk.org

Aging and Disability Resource Center 715-485-8499

Disabled Parking Permits 715-485-8999

SUPPORT SERVICES

Polk County Alzheimer’s Support 715-485-8449

Veteran’s Services

715-485-9243, Balsam Lake email: cvso@co.polk.wi.us

Meals-on-Wheels, home delivery 715-485-8449

NURSING HOMES

Golden Age Manor

220 Scholl Street, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-7107

Amery Memory Care 215 Birch Street, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-4800

Willow Ridge Healthcare 400 Deronda St, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-8171

ASSISTED LIVING

Riverbend Senior Living

475 Golfview Lane, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-9949

SERVICES & SUPPORT

INDEPENDENT LIVING

Income Adjusted Housing

Amery Housing Authority

715-268-2500

Polk County Housing Authority 715-294-4243

IN-HOME HELP

Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County 715-483-8500

PHARMACIES

Chet Johnson Drug

204 Keller Avenue N, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-8121 www.chetjohnsondrug.com

Amery Community Pharmacy

265 Griffin Street East, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-0678 www.amerymedicalcenter.org

Children’s Services

Polk County Public Health

100 Polk County Plaza, Suite 180, Balsam Lake, Polk County Justice Center

Wendy Bauman, Director 715-485-8500

Child Support 715-485-9297 Human Services 715-485-8400

Birth-To-3 Program 715-485-8585

Family Health Benefits

715-485-8500

WIC Program 715-485-8520

UW-Extension Family Living Agent, Gail Peavey 715-485-8600

CESA 11 Head Start 715-485-3413

Kinship of Polk County

A mentoring program 715-405-3900 www.polkkinship.org

Polk County Child Care Certification

Robin Stage, Coordinator 715-485-8477

Call for a county-wide listing

CHILD CARE

The Clubhouse amerysd.k12.wi.us Infant/Toddler Care, Before/After School Care & Summer Day Camp Visit the School District of Amery website for information.

Little Beans Childcare 655 Lakeview Ave Amery, WI 54001 763-516-8204

Mariann’s Little Lambs 436 Keller Ave S Amery, WI 54001 715-268-4946

Adult Services

HEALTH CARE

Amery Hospital & Clinic

256 Griffin St. East, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-8000 • 800-424-5273 amerymedicalcenter.org

Clinic hours: Monday & Tuesday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wound Healing Center

230 Deronda, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-0175

Behavioral Health Center

230 Deronda Street, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-0060

Options for Women TriCounty Life Center

215 1/2 Cascade St., P.O. Box 163, Osceola, WI 54020 715-755-2229 (24 hr. line) osceolatlc.com

Pregnancy resource center; testing, counseling, referrals. Learn-to-earn mentor program. Prenatal/parenting classes.