Around the Clock - Summer 2022

City of Stoughton News

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Summer 2022

Mayors Corner

Welcome to Around the Clock Newsletter. Recently we were informed the Tower Times is no longer going to be published. City staff has put this newsletter together to keep you updated.

Summer is here and was kicked off by our annual Syttende Mai weekend. Roger and Donna Strandlie made an amazing King and Queen.

I would like to introduce some changes to our team. Police Chief Greg Leck has retired after 44 years in law enforcement.

The Interim Police Chief is former Lieutenant Dan Jenks. Promotions occurred with Patrick Frisch becoming Lieutenant, replacing retired Pat Conlin, Cole Sargent to Detective, replacing retired Allen Adams, and Carson Hoeper and Nate Olson to Sergeants.

Recent hires include: Nick Swenson, Parks Maintenance; Sue Strandlie and Amanda Updike, Administrative Assistants; and Clayton Ree, Custodian. Frank Raff is the new Alder in Distract 4.

Building permits were issued for portions of Kettle Park West (KPW) Phase Two. The commercial building next to Walmart that will house Milio’s and Sherwin Williams are nearly completed. The three roundabouts are expected to be completed in October.

Nordic Ridge development has entered the final phases, with Eldon Homes purchasing the remaining lots. Eldon Homes submitted an annexation request and an Urban Service Area Amendment for one hundred units of single family homes and duplexes south of Stoughton, called Magnolia Springs. Eldon Homes Is locating their office in the newly re-named Anderson building, formally Kegonsa Plaza. The 51 West project has begun. In Business Park North, third and fourth “Incubator” buildings are almost completed.

The Redevelopment Authority (RDA) is under contract with Madison developer Curt Brink for the Riverfront Project. Construction will begin when the remediation Material Maintenance Plan required by the DNR is satisfied. Work at the former Marathon site continues.

Several Main St. businesses have or will be opening, moving, or expanding including; Savvy Lash, Water St. Tavern, Cheesers, Crazy Dogs Mom, Ease Yoga and Wellness, Diakonos, and BRS Financial Services. Viking Nutrition, Pizza Pit and Pizza Hut are under new ownership. Stoughton Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has opened in McComb Plaza. Allure is a rebranded business in Stoughton Plaza and Balayage

by Sara is moving into Silverado Wellness Center. Sports Treasures will be opening next to Dollar Tree.

The City of Stoughton 175th Anniversary has begun. Look for events and streaming videos of our history https://www.visitstoughton.com/stoughton-celebrates/175-events .

If you are interested in participating, contact Callie at the Chamber/Visitor Services.

Other notable accomplishments include: • Puppy Mill Ordinance approved • Emmi-Roth- General Development Plan, Urban Service Area Amendment approved • Authorized $125,000 of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds toward Innovation Center • Updated Minimum Maintenance Standards Ordinance • Memorial Day Parade, Taste of Stoughton, Juneteenth, Catfish River Music, Stoughton Fair and Fireworks occurred • Accepted $239,200 in Department of Natural Resources Stewardship Grant Funds for Riverfront Development • Applied for multiple DNR and DOT grants • Riverbank, bridge, Stormwater, deflector construction for Riverfront and Water Park areas has begun

Tim Swadley

Please join me for “Coffee with the Mayor” at The Senior Center and follow us on Facebook-City of Stoughton, WI

Mayor

207 S. Forrest St., Stoughton, WI 53589 • 608.873.6677 • cityofstoughton.com

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Summer 2022 Educate, Enrich, Empower, Engage!

304 South Fourth Street, Stoughton, WI 53589 • 608.873.6281

StoughtonPublicLibrary.org • Open Monday - Thursday 9am - 9pm • Friday & Saturday 9am - 5pm • Closed Sundays (Until Sept. 11th)

Upcoming Events

New programs and events are being added all the time! For the most-up-to-date information, visit our online calendar at https://www.stolib.org/calendar/month

Summer Reading Program Starts June 1 Our annual summer reading program for all ages runs through August 19. Track your reading using a pen and paper reading log or on the Beanstack app and win great prizes!

The theme of this year’s program is the “Oceans of Possibilities” that reading opens to everyone, young and old. Check our website at stolib.org for more fun programs throughout the summer.

Movies in the Park at Nordic Ridge

Stoughton’s Parks & Recreation Department is teaming up with the Library this summer to bring you Movies in the Park at Nordic Ridge Park, 1300 Hoel Ave. Movies will begin at dusk, weather permitting. All films are rated PG. July 29: The Lego Batman Movie (with interactive props, games & activities!)

August 12: Back to the Future* August 26: Detective Pikachu (with interactive props, games & activities!)

September 16: The Goonies* September 30: Sing 2 *Though rated PG, these older films contain language that some may find offensive, and are recommended for teens and adults.

Getting a Library Card There is no charge for a library card – just provide a picture ID with proof of current address. If your ID does not list your current address, please provide another proof of address such as a piece of mail, personal check, utility bill, etc. Parents must sign the registration form for children under age 16.

Now you can apply for a library card online! Go to stoughtonpubliclibrary.org/get-library-card, complete our secure online form and we’ll let you know when your card is ready to pick up.

Inquiries about library cards can be emailed to storef@stolib.org For more information, visit us online at www.stoughtonpubliclibrary.org, on Facebook and Instagram, or call our information desk at 873-6281.

Library Features • High Speed WiFi & Internet Access Computers • Printing, Scanning, Faxing & Wireless Printing (for a fee - Contact the library for specifics) • LINKcat App Available! Download from Apple App Store or Google Play

Library Book Discussion Groups

Our three monthly book discussion groups have resumed in-person meetings! For details on meeting locations and book selections, please check our events calendar at stolib.org/calendar/month Page Turners – fiction or nonfiction - First Tues/Wed of the month at the library and the Senior Center.

The Foundation – science fiction / fantasy- First Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM Thursdays With Murder - mystery and crime fiction - Second Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM

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Around the Clock The Essential Edgar Allan Poe Monday, October 17, 6:30 PM, at the Library

Performer William Pack will exhume the tragic life and remarkable writings of this American genius. This program is a biography lecture and relies heavily on dramatic story readings to bring Poe’s disturbing writing (Tell-Tale Heart, The Raven, M. Valdemar) to life. No registration required.

Story times & Kids Activities Baby Time

Mondays, June 13-July 25, 9:30 AM - Library’s Carnegie Room Join us for rhymes, fingerplays, songs & stories, & activities! Ages 0-2.

Story Time at Eastside Park

Tuesdays, June 14-July 26, 9:30 AM, 225 S Lynn St.

Story Time at Nordic Ridge Park

Wednesdays, June 15-July 27, 9:30 AM 1300 Hoel Ave. Story time will continue outdoors this summer! Weather permitting, join us on Tuesday mornings for stories, songs, activities, and a simple take-home craft or coloring sheet.

No registration required. Recommended for ages 2-6, but older and younger children are more than welcome!

Water S.T.E.A.M.

Wednesdays, July 6 & 20th, 1:00 PM at the Library Participate in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics) activities focused on water and sea creatures! Ages 2-10.

Angler Fish Craft

Tuesday, July 12, 1:00 PM at the Library Create your own light up angler fish and learn all about electrical circuits! Ages 6-11.

Pokémon Club

Wednesdays at 2:00 PM, July 13, July 27, August 10, and August 24 at the Library Join fellow Pokémon fanatics for Pokémon related activities and meet-up. Ages 6-11.

Graphic Novel Book Club Sharks: Nature’s Perfect Hunters Tuesday, July 19, 1:00 PM A Wrinkle in Time Tuesday, August 16, at 1:00 PM Join us at the Library as we discuss a graphic novel and do a related activity. Books will be available a month before we meet. Geared to Ages 6-11.

Summer 2022 Notes from our Friends The Friends of the Stoughton Public Library is a non-profit organization devoted to promoting and improving library services, materials, and facilities for the Stoughton community; encouraging gifts and bequests to the library; and promoting the broadest possible use of Library facilities, materials and services.

Friends’ membership levels range from $10 to $100 a year. In addition to becoming a member, you can help out with book sales, fundraisers, and more. For more information about joining the Friends, contact storef@stolib.org or call 608-873-6281 The Friends’ Book Nook booksale has returned! Patrons can once again purchase new and gently used books from the Book Nook on the library’s Mezzanine level, near the window facing Main Street. Cash payments can be deposited in the lockbox attached to the

Balloon Painting at Eastside Park Thursday, July 21, 1:00 PM. 225 S Lynn St. Ages 8-16.

Mythic Sea Creatures

Tuesday, July 26 1:00 PM at the Library

Learn about Mythic Sea Creatures through activities and crafts! Ages 6-11

Water Games at Eastside Park,

Thurs. Aug. 18, 1:00 PM at Eastside Park, 225 S Lynn St. Come and beat the heat with fun water games. Be sure to wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet!.

All ages.

And mark your calendars for our mini-Renaissance Faire on Saturday, September 10, at Eastside Park!

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Summer 2022

Additional Library Services Streaming Video from Kanopy

Introducing Kanopy: a video streaming service available to all Stoughton Public Library cardholders. Stream over 30,000 films instantly. No holds lists, no waiting. All you need is a your library card. Hit movies, classics, award winners, world cinema, indies, documentaries, and more! Plus Kanopy Kids and lectures in the Great Courses™ series.

For more information on how Kanopy works and how to create an account, visit stolib.org/kanopy

Libby

The Digital Library is always open! Download the free Libby app on your phone or mobile device to start downloading eBooks and audio books from the Wisconsin Public Library Consortium’s Collection. You can also browse the collection of nearly 100,000 downloadable eBooks and audio books at wplc.overdrive.com.

Users of Libby also have access to thousands of magazine titles! Click or tap on the Collections option at the top of the screen to browse periodicals in over a dozen categories.

Titles include: Better Homes & Gardens, Bon Appétit, Clean Eating, Cook’s Illustrated, The Economist, Harper’s, HGTV Magazine, House Beautiful, In Touch Weekly, The New Yorker, Newsweek, Reader’s Digest, Rolling Stone, Us Weekly, Vogue and more!

If you need help obtaining or renewing a library card to use Libby, please call the library’s information desk at 608-873-6281 or email storef@stolib.org Access any of the following resources by visiting stolib.org/resources.

Many of these sites require you to enter a valid Stoughton Public Library card number.

Library cardholders have full subscriber access to thousands of product reviews and buying guides through ConsumerReports.org.

Stream hundreds of art & craft classes for free anytime from the comfort of your home. Go to creativebug.com/lib/stoughtonlibrary and enter your library card number and PIN

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Find detailed auto repair information for almost any make and model car, foreign and domestic, 1974-present. Includes step-by-step repair service instructions as well as detailed photos and diagrams. And check out the Small Engine Repair Reference Center for service and repair info on marine/boat motors, motorcycles, outdoor power equipment, and more.

Transparent is a free online language learning resource featuring: • Courses, grammar materials, and more in 110 languages (and growing!)

• Extensive English-as-a-second-language (ESL) materials for speakers of over 30 languages • Reading, writing, listening, and speaking activities help you learn the vocabulary and skills needed to communicate effectively in a foreign language • Age-appropriate courses for young learners with KidSpeak, an immersive, animated language-learning program in 6 languages for grades K-2 (and growing!)

Recollection Wisconsin brings together digital cultural heritage resources from Wisconsin libraries, archives, museums and historical societies and shares them with the world in partnership with the Digital Public Library of America.

Hundreds of thousands of photographs, maps, letters, diaries, oral histories, artifacts and other resources from over 200 Wisconsin libraries, museums and other cultural heritage institutions.

Thanks to Recollection Wisconsin, many resources from Stoughton Public Library’s Kvamme Local History Collection are available online, including telephone directories, local histories, vertical files, and collections of newspaper clippings. Explore our library’s collection at: content.mpl.org/digital/collection/SPL

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Summer 2022

Spectrum 980 & 981 • TDS 12/1012 & 20/1020 • www.WSTO.tv NOW AVAILABLE IN HD!

Stoughton’s Community Media Weekly Show Times

WSTO TV is now fully in HD on TDS Cable. TDS Cable Subscribers in the Stoughton Area can now watch WSTO programming in HD! WSTO has been producing HD content since 2019 posting and streaming online in HD but now you can watch it on your television with TDS TV

Video On Demand

WSTO TV has extensive HD Video-on-demand on our website at https://www.wsto.tv as well as our YouTube channel. Subscibe to the YouTube channel for the latest content!

Stoughton Information Channel (Spectrum 980 • TDS 20/1020)

In March of 2022 WSTO made a commitment to share community information through the use of our secondary channel now known as the Stoughton Information Channel. This channel is open to all Stoughton Area non-profit organizations free of charge to advertise services or events. To submit content to this channel simply email info@wsto.tv. Please keep the information brief as limited information can be displayed to maintain readability on Spectrum Cable.

City Social Media Accounts Facebook: City of Stoughton Wisconsin, Police, Fire, EMS, Library, Stoughton Opera House, WSTO TV, Utilities, Stoughton Area Senior Center, Stoughton Recreation, Troll Beach, Gazebo Musikk, Youth Center Twitter: @StoughtonRec @WSTOTV Instagram: Library, Stoughton Opera House, Recreation, Utilities YouTube: WSTO TV, Senior Center

City Council Meetings LIVE 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 7pm Plan Commission LIVE 2nd Monday at 6pm Friday Night Movies Fridays 5pm - Midnight Getting Healthy with Holly Daily at 7am Knowledgable Aging Daily at 7:30am Democracy Now! Mon - Fri at 2:00pm Carl Sampson Sun & Wed at 5pm United Methodist Church Sundays at 10am Lakeview Church Sundays at 11am History Thursdays at 5pm The Witching Hour Saturdays at 9pm Creature Features Saturdays at 10pm

Full Schedule at https://schedule.wsto.tv

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Around the Clock Summer 2022 Your resource for saving energy & money 600 S. Fourth St • StoughtonUtilities.com • 608.873.3379

High Summer Bills Overall customer demand for electricity is at its highest in the summer months, largely due to increased air conditioner use. Higher demand means that costs go up. In addition, the cost of energy is trending to be much higher than what we have seen in prior years.

This trend is due to increasing natural gas prices and the early retirement of coal burning power plants. If the current trend of higher energy costs continues across the electric system, your bill this summer may be much higher than in previous years.

Locally owned, not-for-profit Stoughton Utilities recommends the following ways to use energy wisely during the summer months: • Replace the filter on your window air conditioner or in your home’s heating/cooling system.

• For homes with central air, keep the area around the AC unit clear of grass, branches, leaves and shrubs. Make sure the compressor and condenser are clear of debris.

• Central air units should be checked and cleaned annually by a trained professional.

• Fix air leaks. First, find the leaks using the “smoke trick.” Light a stick of incense and hold it where a window AC unit and window frame meet. For a home with central air, hold the incense stick near duct connections. Blowing smoke indicates a leak. Use foil tape for small gaps; foam and tape for window AC units.

• Set your programmable thermostat up or down for eight hours at a time to reduce cooling expenses. A level of 78 degrees while at home and 85 degrees while away will help maintain comfort.

• Make the most of the cool air in the home. Use ceiling fans or whole-room air circulation fans. The air movement in the room can make it feel up to 4 degrees cooler. Keep blinds or shades down during the day.

• Maintain air flow throughout the house by keeping doors open.

Shutting off rooms can throw off your AC system.

Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

Stoughton Utilities issues an annual water quality report with important information about the source and quality of your municipal drinking water. In an effort to lower our environmental impact, this report will be published online for you to view at your convenience. Stoughton Utilities is continually working to improve water quality and protect our water resources. We are committed to ensuring the quality of your water remains at the highest possible level.

You can view the full report at CCR.stoughtonutilities.com. If you do not have internet access, or if you prefer a physical copy of the annual report, please contact our office at (608) 873-3379 and we will mail a paper copy to your home or business

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Is it Flushable?

What we put down our drains and toilets can negatively impact the environment and our wastewater system. Even items labeled as “flushable” can clog pipes, tangle pumps, and result in messy and costly sewer backups into homes and businesses. Help us avoid unnecessary maintenance and prevent sewer backups by not putting any product other than toilet paper in toilets or down drains.

Please do not flush any of the following products down toilets, or put them down the drain: • Diapers • “Flushable” wipes • Baby wipes • Disinfectant wipes • Sanitary products • Paper towels • Tissues • Cotton balls • Towels • Grease and oil

Work Safely with Digger’s Hotline With the return of beautiful weather, your plans for outside work may be starting to grow -- build a deck, plant some trees, or install a gym set for the kids. If your list includes any digging, state law (Wisconsin Statute 182.0175) requires you to notify Diggers Hotline at least three days in advance.

Diggers Hotline is a statewide notification system developed to provide excavators and the general public with the ability to inform multiple owners of underground facilities of intended non-emergency excavation via a single telephone call.

You may contact Diggers Hotline at 811 from any phone year round. You must allow three working days (excluding weekends and holidays) notice for the location of the underground facilities prior to digging.

Diggers Hotline will process three types of calls: 1) excavation 2) planning of excavation, and 3) safe working clearance information for overhead lines. The call center will ask for an address or location information. Specific marking instructions also will need to be provided. Once the locate is completed, you have ten calendar days to begin your excavation work before you must call to have the underground facilities relocated.

Please note that there are no charges to individual customers for this service. For more information on Wisconsin's Digger's Hotline program, please visit www.diggershotline.com.

Around the Clock Reading Your Utility Bill

Summer 2022

Outdoor Water Use

When using water outdoors for watering lawns and gardens or refilling your pool, please keep in mind that Stoughton Utilities does not offer sewer or wastewater billing credits unless you have Customer Charge: The required fees that help us recover part of the costs for already installed a secondary “water-only” meter to measure the meters, meter reading, billing, and other costs associated with providing usage that goes only to your outside faucets. reliable service to your home. This is the minimum charge for each service that is provided to your residence.

To have a water-only meter, you will first need to work with a plumber to complete in-house piping revisions to create a separate Commitment to Community (CTC): The state of Wisconsin requires all water line to your outside faucets and/or sprinkler system. Once utilities to collect $16.00 per customer per year to provide both energy that is complete, Stoughton Utilities will physically install a second conservation and income-based assistance. Half of the money collected is meter in your home. Your primary meter will designated for energy conservation and the other half is for low-income measure all water consumed inside the home, assistance. and standard wastewater charges will apply to Power Cost Adjustment Clause (PCAC): The charge per kWh that varies its measured usage. The second meter will monthly. This is designed to make wholesale power costs a pass-through only measure all water consumed outside the cost to customers. It is equivalent to the current per-unit cost of wholesale home, and wastewater charges will not apply power that is greater or less than base per-unit cost of power. This can either since it’s known that this water is not going be an extra charge or a credit on your bill depending on the wholesale power down the drain. Water-only meters must cost at that time, and can fluctuate based on the season and temperature. remain in place throughout the year, and must be installed for a minimum of 12-months.

Stormwater Utility Charge: This is a City of Stoughton charge that is billed monthly to property owners to fund maintenance and improvements to the In addition to your plumbing costs, Stoughton Utilities charges a city’s stormwater management system, including cleaning, repairing, and one-time installation fee of $40.00 to set and activate the second replacing storm sewer manholes, inlets and pipes. meter. After that, there is a $10.15 monthly charge that is in addition Public Fire Protection: This is the cost to every water customer for to your current monthly charges, and any metered usage is billed at maintenance of fire hydrants throughout the city. $3.55 per every 1,000 gallons of water used.

Energy Charge: This is the actual cost you pay per kilowatt-hour for your electric energy.

Who will benefit?

You must consume at least 25,000 gallons of water annually through your outside faucets and/or sprinkler systems in order to offset the additional monthly charges and therefore benefit from a water-only meter. Below are a few simplified scenarios in which a customer would benefit: • You have a pool with a water capacity in excess of 25,000 gallons and you drain and refill it at least annually, or you have a smaller pool that you occasionally refill or top off.

• You frequently water your lawn, running sprinklers for at least an approximate average of 23 minutes per day (approximately 241 gallons) between Memorial Day and mid-September.

• You have large areas of landscaping and gardens that are frequently watered with similar amounts as listed above.

• You have a construction or other business and frequently fill tanks with water for use outdoors or offsite.

• Or any combination of the above

Give Them a Brake!

Slow down, and drive safely in utility work zones.

Working outdoors during Wisconsin’s hot summers and unpredictable storms is hard enough, but when utility crews have to deal with dangerous drivers in work zones, it only makes it that much more difficult. Whether it’s around electric linemen restoring a power outage or a water crew repairing a water main break, work zones are no place for impatience or aggressive driving. The added seconds you may save while speeding through a work zone are not worth placing your utility’s worker’s lives at risk.

Tragically, over 1,000 people die across the nation every year in road work zones. Please follow these important tips for safely driving in road work zones. Your life, and ours, depends on it!

• Always buckle up.

• Pay attention. Normal speed limits may be reduced, traffic lanes may be changed and people and vehicles may be working near the road.

• Always slow down, and travel at posted work zone speed limits.

• Minimize distractions, such as cell phone use.

• Keep a safe distance from traffic barriers, construction equipment, utility workers, and other traffic.

• Watch for and follow all warning, lane closure, and construction detour signs.

• Plan ahead and give yourself time to reach your destination.

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Around the Clock Be Prepared for Power Outages

Summertime in Wisconsin can bring very unpredictable weather, and even a small storm can result in a large power outage. Severe storms are inevitable, and may strike at any time. Once the lights go off, it is too late to prepare for a power outage, so don’t be caught searching in the dark for a flashlight or candles.

Medical Equipment If you or a family member relies on medical equipment powered by electricity, create an emergency plan. We cannot assure any customer that a storm or equipment problem will not interrupt power.

Remember: Keep emergency numbers near medical equipment and regularly test the equipment's back-up power sources.

Generators Test your generator every 30 days to make certain that it is in good operating condition. Always follow manufacturer’s directions for safe operation. If back-feeding your generator into your home’s electrical system, ALWAYS use a transfer switch or disconnect your main breaker switch. Failure to do so could injure or kill our lineman working to restore our system, or bystanders who come into contact with wires on the ground.

Summer 2022

Reduce Clear Water Discharge

What is “clear water”? Clear water is a source of unwanted water that enters the sanitary sewer system. Clear water can enter into the sanitary sewers through leaky manhole covers and broken sewer mains or laterals, but a very common source is from improperly installed sump pumps that discharge into the sewer rather than outside.

Why is clear water a problem? Clear water does not belong in the sanitary sewer system. If it enters the sanitary sewers, this clear water mixes with the raw sewage and takes up much-needed capacity in the system. The mixture must be conveyed and treated just like sanitary waste. When sanitary sewers fill to capacity, (like traffic backing up on the freeway), waste can back up into residents’ basements or possibly overflow into the river.

Clear water needs to be kept separate from sewage and conveyed through storm sewers or drainage ditches, or absorbed into the ground. Stoughton Utilities maintains a clear water reduction program and routinely replaces aging infrastructure that can lead to the entry of clear water, but we need your help too.

How can I, as a property owner, make a difference? By eliminating improper

Assemble an Emergency Kit connections to the sanitary sewer, you will significantly reduce the flow of clear Prepare one today by gathering a few basic emergency supplies and water to the sanitary system, which helps keep wastewater rates low. A placing them in an emergency kit that is easy to locate in the dark. commonly found problem in homes is sump pumps that discharge to the sanitary We suggest including these items: sewer, either through a connection to the floor drain or to a laundry tub, rather • Working flashlights than being properly piped to discharge outside the home into your yard.

• Battery-operated radio for news & weather reports • Batteries for flashlights & radios Consider this: An eight-inch sanitary sewer can handle wastewater from up to 200 • Candles & matches to provide emergency lighting homes. However, it takes only eight sump pumps discharging into the sewer to • Blankets overload this same eight-inch sanitary sewer pipe.

• Bottled water (city customers will still have water to their faucets, rural customers may not) My basement has never flooded because of a sewer backup, so why should I • Canned or dried food • A corded or cellular telephone (cordless landline phones do not work bother? If plumbing on your property conveys clear water into the sanitary sewer, it may cause a backup and flooding in your neighbor’s basement. It may also add when power is out) Other Things to Keep in Mind to sewer overflows, potentially leading to the pollution of local rivers and • Avoid any downed power lines, and never attempt to touch or move waterways. one, even if you are certain it is not live. A shock from a downed line In addition, improper sump pump connections to the sanitary sewer system are can easily kill or severely injure – avoid the line and contact us illegal, and a violation of Section 74-89 of the City of Stoughton Municipal Code of immediately!

• Remember that electric garage door openers will not function during Ordinances that prohibits clear water (ground water or surface water) discharge a power outage. Place your unit on "manual" if possible. into the sanitary sewer system.

• Electric sump pumps will not work during a power outage. If you How do I know if my home has improper connections? If you believe your sump live in a low-lying area, you may want to consider purchasing a battery backup for your sump pump to keep your basement dry, even pump discharges to any location other than outside your home, Stoughton Utilities during a prolonged outage. encourages you to work with a licensed plumber to inspect your property and • Pumps used for rural customer's wells will not operate during a locate any source of clear water improperly entering the sanitary system. If power outage. Be sure to have a supply of drinking water ready. problems are detected, it is up to each property owner to have the problems • Protect electrical equipment from possible surges when power is corrected. restored. Use surge suppression devices to protect sensitive equipment such as computers, fax machines, answering machines, What other steps can I take to decrease the risk of basement backups and televisions, stereos and major appliances - or simply unplug them. damage to my property?

• A power outage may affect the operation of security and alarm • Adjust the grade around the foundation to slope away from your home. systems.

• Install downspout extension six feet from the foundation.

• Protect food from spoiling by keeping freezer and refrigerator doors • Install sump pump discharge line extensions and increase sump pump capacity. closed as much as possible. Food will stay frozen up to 48 hours if • Repair or replace sanitary sewer laterals connected to your home if leaks are the door is not opened frequently.

• Blinds and curtains will help shield against the heat of the sun, so found. while the air-conditioning is off you should keep your windows • Install backflow prevention devices. covered.

• If you leave your home or business, switch on a light that will be able to be seen from the street once power is restored. Our crews often "spot check" to ensure all customers have their electricity back on.

• For the safety of everyone, stay clear of crews, vehicles and equipment in the area.

• After the power is restored, you can safely reconnect appliances and equipment, and reset devices that operate on timers.

• Stoughton Utilities’ drinking water and wastewater treatment processes will be active during an outage.

• Create a Family Plan. Make sure children know what to do if an outage happens while they are home alone or with a caretaker.

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Department of

Summer 2022 You may not know we were there, but you would know if we weren’t

Public Works 608-873-6303 • www.StoughtonPublicWorks.com Bulk Waste Collection

Under the ‘bulk-on-call’ program, you have more flexibility to choose when you want your bulk items collected.

Whenever you have bulk items to dispose of, simply call Johns Disposal to schedule a pick up. You are allowed one bulk item collection per month. Please call 262-473-4700 to schedule the collection of your bulky items. You can schedule your collection anytime during the month.

Bulk items will be collected within 7-days of when you place your call.

Acceptable Bulk Items: • Furniture, Appliances, Large metal items • Carpeting (no wider than 4ft and rolled) • Extra garbage bags or garbage in personal cans • Tires (2 per home per month – 8 per year) • Cardboard (flattened & empty) • Drain oil & antifreeze (sealed in 1-5 gallon containers) • Paper & other recyclables should be in clear plastic bags • *NEW* Electronics (see approved list) • Humidifiers/De-humidifiers, Air Conditioners, Water Softeners Unacceptable Bulk Items: • Yard waste • Hazardous materials • Liquid paint • Loose bulk construction materials All items for bulk pick up should be placed within 2 feet of curbside and 6 feet from the carts. If you have a question about a specific item, please call Johns Disposal at 262-473-4700.

Remaining Curbside Brush Collection Days Have Brush Place on the Terrace by 7 am on August 22nd & October 24th

Acceptable Sizes: • Branch Diameter – No greater than 6 inches • Branch Length – No greater than 8 feet in length • Pile Size – The pile must fit within the terrace area (back of curb to either the sidewalk or property line if there is no sidewalk) and shall not be greater than 20 feet in length. Piles must not impede the vision triangle for motorists.

• Branches shall be stacked neatly parallel to the roadway.

• Any trees/brush that have been cut by a paid contractor will not be collected Note: Brush and Christmas trees must be put out on the terrace by 7:00 am on Monday of the collection week. Please DO NOT set brush out more than 10 days prior to the scheduled collection date. Violators will be subject to a municipal citation

E-waste

Stoughton residents can dispose of up to two (2) qualified household electronics at the curb each year as part of the bulk on-call program. Residents are currently afforded one bulk items collection per month for a total of 12 collections per year. Residents may substitute up to two (2) bulk item collections for qualified electronics collection. For example, a resident can set out 10 bulky items for 10 months and they can put out one (1) electronic item each of the other two months.

Just like the bulky collection, each e-waste collection must be scheduled by calling Johns Disposal at: 262-473-4700 Approved E-Waste Items • televisions • computers (desktop, laptop, netbook and tablet computers) • desktop printers (including those that scan, fax and/or copy and 3-D printers) • computer monitors • other computer accessories (including keyboards, mice, speakers, external hard drives and flash drives) • e-readers • DVD players, VCRs and other video players (i.e., DVR) • fax machines • cell phones If you have any questions about if an item can or can’t be set out, or to schedule a collection, please call John’s Disposal at 262-473-4700.

Office hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm & Saturday 8:00 am to Noon

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Around the Clock Fall Curbside Leaf Collection Fall Leaf Collection will start October 10th and will continue through November 20th.

You can put your leaves on the terrace any time during this period.

Please help by doing the following: • Place all leaves on the terrace (park row) • Do not place leaves in the street • Do not mix brush or trash in with your leaf pile • Do not park cars in front of your leaf pile • Remove leaves from the storm inlet grates and place on the terrace

Please keep in mind, it may take crews several days to make it through the entire community. We will continue to loop through the entire city at least one per week. To make sure your leaves are collected, try to have them out each Monday. Once crews go by, they may not be back around until the next week.

Dams are not a Place to Play

Summer 2022 Driving in Work Zones The safety of our staff and the contractors that work in our community is paramount. The workers aren’t there to try to inconvenience you or impede your travels. Rather, they are there to improve the roadways we all depend on to get where we need to go. When you see construction signs or orange barrels or cones, take your foot off the gas, get off the phone and keep your eyes on the road.

Remember, when you enter a work zone, be patient. Worrying about the time and traffic won’t get you anywhere faster. Instead, slow down and pay attention to your surroundings. These tips can help you get in and out of a work zone safely: • Don’t Text and Drive. It can wait and it’s against the law.

• Stay Alert. Eliminate distractions like eating, drinking, fiddling with the stereo.

• Expect the unexpected. Speed limits may be reduced, traffic lanes may be changed, and people and vehicles may be working on or near the road.

• Slow down. The faster you go the longer it takes to stop.

• Give yourself room. Rear-end collisions are the most common work zone crashes, so don’t tailgate.

• Allow about three seconds of braking distance. Look for signs. Orange, diamond-shaped signs usually give you ample warning of lane closings, construction areas, and flaggers and other workers ahead.

• Be patient. If you don’t see workers, that doesn’t mean they’re not there. Observe the signs until you see one that says you’ve left the work zone.

• Plan ahead. Leave early or map out an alternate route.

• Follow the law. Slow down and move over, if possible, when you see flashing lights

Every year people are killed or seriously injured at dams. Most of these accidents could have been avoided by simply not getting close to the dam, understanding the potential dangers, and obeying the warning signs. The Fourth Street Dam is not a place to play.

The current just upstream of the dam can be very strong, especially during the high flows that we have been experiencing, and can pull watercraft or swimmers into and through the dam.

The turbulent discharge, sometimes called the “boil”, can trap a swimmer under the water. If you should happen to get caught in the boil, you should curl up, dive to the bottom, and swim or crawl downstream as shown in the picture.

The diagram below shows the areas that should be avoided by boaters and swimmers. The headwater, boil, and headrace pose a potential danger to human health and safety. If you are going to portage around the dam, please use the designated “take out” area just south of the dam and re-enter downstream of the Fourth St bridge.

Fourth St Dam Critical Danger Zones

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Headwater of the dam can create dangerous currents that can pull boats and swimmers into the dam.

The turbulent dam discharge, or “boil” can trap swimmers under water.

The headrace, which flows through the old power house, could pose a threat to safety if a person were to go over spillway.

Yard Waste Site

Site Guidelines • The site is open to residents and non-residents. There is an annual fee for the use of the site. There is a $20.00 fee for residents of Stoughton and a $25.00 fee for all non-residents. Bring a driver's license or utility bill with a current address for proof of residency.

• A 2nd sticker is available for $5.00 for multiple vehicles. If your sticker is lost there will be a $5.00 charge for replacement.

• No commercial haulers or landscapers.

• Materials must be separated, debagged and unloaded by the resident.

Acceptable Materials

Unacceptable Materials

Leaves, grass clippings, garden waste, etc. (bags/containers must be removed)

Solid Waste- garbage, recyclables, food waste.

Brush –any length

Construction debris, rocks, dirt

Logs – up to 14 inches in diameter (we would encourage repurposing logs for firewood, furniture, milled planks, etc)

Stumps, root balls, etc

Hours: Tues & Thurs 1pm - 7pm • Sat 8am - 3pm April 1st, 2022 - November 23rd, 2022 Note: To protect the safety of the staff and public, the yard waste site may close early during inclement weather

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Adopt-A-Park-Sign Volunteer Program The City of Stoughton Parks Department is looking for volunteers who want to adopt a designated park sign within our parks system. This is a great way to get involved in the community and to help keep our parks looking its best! Park signs are often the first thing people see when they visit one of our parks. Maintaining our parks signs will help to strengthen our community image and provide a safe clean park for all to enjoy!

Expectations of Volunteers Volunteers will be responsible for all of the required maintenance of the planting bed including, but not limited to, site preparation, planting, watering, weeding and mulching. The Parks Department will provide each volunteer with a $25 gift card to assist with purchasing of perennial flowers. (Must be picked up at Public Works Facility at 2439 County Hwy A) NO WOODY PLANTS please!

Volunteers are encouraged to visit their adopted sign once or twice a month to pull weeds, remove dead leave and perform general cleaning of the flower beds. Volunteers should make every effort to water as necessary. Parks staff will water planting beds as work schedule permits. If a water source is unavailable at the park, volunteers are to bring water to the site. Parks staff will deliver mulch to the site at the request of the volunteer.

How to “Adopt-a-Park Sign”

Complete Park Sign Form; which can be found The City website, by including the following information. Should you have further questions, please contact Mark Edwards at 608-646-0431 at Public Works.

• Main Contact Information • Name or Group • Phone Number • Email address • Park – include 2nd & 3rd choices in the event 1st choice is already taken • Mulch delivery – must schedule delivery with Parks Dept.

City Clerks Office

Candee J. Christen, WCMC - Stoughton City Clerk • https://ci.stoughton.wi.us/clerk • 608.873.6677

Badger Books are Coming to Stoughton

What is a Badger Book? It is an electronic poll book. They will be used to check in voters, print tally slips, enter registrations, and record absentee voters.

These electronic poll books will work the same as paper. For instance, just as a voter would sign the paper poll book to get a tally slip in order to get a ballot, the voter will sign the Badger Book. The election inspector will still look up the voters’ names in the poll book, voters will still sign the poll book, and voters will still get a tally slip (voter number). The only difference is that all of this will be done electronically using the Badger Books.

The actual process of voting will not change at all. Voters will still vote on paper ballots and will still place those ballots in the tabulator. The tabulator is not connected to the Badger books in any way.

The Badger Books are not connected to the internet or to any other outside source. They are connected only to each other by a private network within the polling place.

The Badger Books will be used at City of Stoughton polling places beginning with the August 9, 2022 Primary Election. If you have any questions regarding Badger Book electronic poll books, please contact Clerk Candee Christen or Deputy Clerk Tammy Nimmo at 608-873-6677.

BADGER BOOK RECAP: WHAT THEY ARE: • They are poll books. They check in voters and produce a voter number on a slip of paper for each voter.

• They are also used to register voters, and to process absentee ballots.

• When voters check in, they will give their names and addresses to the election inspectors, just as they have in the past. The only difference will be that the inspectors will be looking up voter names electronically, rather than in paper poll books. Voters’ signatures will still be required, but voters will sign their names on an electronic screen using their fingers or a stylus, rather than in the paper poll book.

WHAT THEY ARE NOT: • They are not voting machines – you can’t cast votes on them. Voting will continue to be done on paper ballots.

• They are not vote tabulators – they don’t count votes. The vote tabulation process will not change.

• They are not connected to the internet or any other outside source. They are connected to a server through a router within each polling place that allows the books to talk to each other. They communicate only with each other.

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Partisan Primary Election - August 9th, 2022 Ahead of the Election https://myvote.wi.gov

Search for My Voter Record 1. If you are registered to vote, you can access the following by entering your full name and date of birth: 2. View a list of elections you have voted in 3. Check your current registration information 4. Update your name and address 5. Request an absentee ballot 6. Find your elected officials 7. Track your absentee ballot Search for My Polling Place 1. Your assigned polling place is based on where you live. Enter your street address and city to: 2. Find your polling place (where you may vote) 3. View your polling place’s hours and get directions 4. See what will be on your next ballot 5. Find your next local election 6. Learn about absentee voting if you can’t get to your polling place Search for My Ballot 1. Your ballot and local election information are based on where you live. Enter your street address and city to: 2. See what will be on your next ballot 3. Find your next local election 4. Learn more about voting in person Am I Registered to Vote?

1. If you have legally changed your name, then you will need to update your voter record by submitting a new voter registration.

2. If you have moved to a new address then you will need to update your voter record by submitting a new voter registration.

3. To get started, please search for your voter record using your name and date of birth. If you have changed your name you may need to search using your prior name.

Registered Wisconsin voters may request an absentee ballot.

1. If you would like to request an absentee ballot, we will first need to see if you are registered to vote. If you are not registered or your name or address has changed, you will need to register or update your registration before requesting an absentee ballot.

2. If you are in the military, you do not need to be registered to get an absentee ballot, but first we need you to search for your record.

3. Please enter your name and date of birth to get started.

Search for My In-Person Absentee Options 1. Your in-person absentee voting locations are based on where you live and what your municipal clerk’s office offers. Enter your street address and city to: 2. View your in-person absentee voting site locations and hours of availability 3. View your clerk’s by appointment absentee voting information

Voting Options For the Traditional Voter who Enjoys the Excitement of Election Day!

Poll Site Ballots: The City of Stoughton has four polling locations offering ballots to registered voters on Election Day (AUGUST 9, 2022). Your polling location is open 13 hours from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. We anticipate Election Day to have a moderate turn-out so we don’t anticipate long lines at the polling locations, however the busier times tend to occur during early morning before work, lunch and just after work! Going in-person to the polls is a great option for the voter who enjoys the excitement of the day and seeing our democracy in action! Photo ID required.

The Ballot that Fits your Timeline (evenings or weekends, you decide)!

Mail Ballots: This option is best for voters who are unable or unwilling to vote at the polls on Election Day, especially those who hate lines and those in poor health or with suppressed immune systems. Upon receiving your written request by paper, email or online through the MyVote Wisconsin web site, https://myvote.wi.gov, and your ballot will be mailed to the address of your choice. Be sure to attach a copy of your Photo ID along with your written request for a ballot as it is required before a ballot can be sent, unless exempt by state law. Absentee ballots are voted at home, witnessed by an adult of your choosing (including a spouse, sibling, adult child or friend). The voted ballot is placed inside an envelope for mail or personal delivery back to the City Clerk. Your voted ballot must be returned to us by no later than 8:00 pm., on Election Day in order to be counted!

Ballots were mailed on June 23, 2022 to voters that had an active absentee ballot request on file! The deadline to request a mail ballot for the Primary Election is Thursday, August 4, 2022, but don’t delay. Plan ahead and make your request in writing, by email or online at: https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/ In-person Absentee Voting at City Hall – (Available as noted below) In-Person Absentee Ballots: This option is available to voters who are unable or unwilling to vote at their polling location on Election Day and/or those who prefer not to receive an absentee ballot by mail. Absentee ballots are voted at City Hall, witnessed by City Clerk staff and placed inside an envelope for delivery to the polling on Election Day. Photo ID Required Location/Hours for In-Person Absentee Voting are listed below: Location: City Hall Clerk’s Office, 207 S. Forrest St., Stoughton, WI 53589 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Dates: July 26, 2022 - August 4, 2022 & August 5, 2022 (8:00 am-5:00 pm)

HOW TO CAST YOUR BALLOT FOR A PARTISAN PRIMARY ELECTION The August Partisan Primary Election is for the voters to decide who will represent each political party in the General Election in November. For this election, you may vote for candidates in only one political party of your choice. Wisconsin has run its fall primary elections this way since 1906. Therefore, at this election, the law DOES NOT ALLOW YOU TO VOTE FOR CANDIDATES IN MORE THAN ONE POLITICAL PARTY. To cast your ballot correctly, please follow these instructions: 1. In the upper left-hand corner of the ballot (under “Party Preference”), connect the arrow for the party in which you wish to vote.

2. Within the political party you selected in Step One, you may vote for one, and only one, person for each of the offices listed.

WARNING: • If you mark the “Party Preference” and do not vote for any candidates, nothing on your ballot will count.

• If you mark the “Party Preference” and vote for candidates in another party, only the votes under the “Party Preference” will count.

•If you do not mark the “Party Preference” and vote in more than one political party, nothing on your ballot will count.

Your voter registration is not associated with a political party. The Clerk’s Office does not know which party you choose.

Your voted ballot is secret.

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Around the Clock Summer 2022 Stoughton Area Senior Center 248 W. Main St • 608-873-8585 • www.StoughtonSeniorCenter.com Social & Recreational Activities Bridge Tuesdays, 9:30 AM Cribbage Mondays, 1:00 PM Euchre, cost $1 to play 2nd Friday, 1:00 PM Handiwork Group Mondays, 1:00 PM Mahjong Mondays, 1:00 PM Movie 3rd Friday, 1:00 PM Pinochle Wednesdays, 1:00 PM Pool Tables Available daily, 8:00-4:30 PM Rosemaling Wednesdays, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM Sheepshead Thursdays, 1:30 PM Train Dominoes Thursdays, 1:30 PM Writers Group Last Tuesday, 1:00 PM

Summer Highlights Spirit Dawnings, A Spiritual Autobiography

Monday, August 1, 1:00 PM Rev. David Sharpe has been a United Methodist Pastor since 1965. In this autobiography, Sharpe reflects on his life and the many blessings he feels he has received. Join Rev. Sharpe in a discussion about the writing of this book and why he felt compelled to share his words with others. To attend, please RSVP by calling (608) 873-8585.

NEW GROUP! STOUGHTON ACCORDION CLUB

Friday, August 5, 3:15 – 4:00 PM Yahara Room Do you love the accordion? So do we! Bring your instrument and join the Stoughton Accordion Club on the 1st Friday of each month from 3:15 – 4:00 PM in the Yahara Room. Everyone is welcome! We have sheet music with parts that we divide up. For more information or to give suggestions, please email Michelle Bolstad at bolstadm@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!

Catfish River Revue Performance

Wednesday, August 10, 1:00 PM Back by popular demand, Catfish River Revue is definitely a fan favorite. Consisting of Ron Anderson, Jack Lyon, Marie Matejka and Paul Pellet, this band of seven years plays old country and blue grass music. Come join in on the fun!

Great Food, Great Music, Great Cause

Thursday, August 11, 6:00 - 7:30 PM Come to the Gazebo Musikk event for our latest fundraiser event! Enjoy the fresh air and music of Mark Craft Band —plus great food! We’ll be selling Coney dogs with the Chose family’s secret Coney sauce. Plus, chips and a dessert from Kim’s kitchen! Containers of Chose’s Coney Sauce will also be for sale. All food sales will support our renovation goals for the next door Annex space. We hope to see you there!

NEW! Windows and Chromebooks Groups

Thursday, August 11 & 25, 3:00 – 4:00 PM August 11: Microsoft Windows laptops.

August 25: Chromebooks basics.

Two new computer groups will meet in August for overviews of two types of laptops: Microsoft Windows and Chromebooks. At both meetings, there will be a short overview of laptops and an opportunity to ask questions about any model, manufacturer, version, or application. Call the Senior Center (608) 873-8585 to register for these free sessions.

More classes will be held September-November covering Tablet Basics, iPad Basics, Kindle Basics, Android Phones, iPhones, Useful Android Apps, Useful Apple Apps.

Coffee with the Mayor

Friday, August 19, 10:00 AM Note: This month’s special panel meeting is scheduled to meet on the 3rd Friday Mayor Tim Swadley of the City of Stoughton holds monthly meetings with the public at the Senior Center.

CARD MAKING SESSION This month he will have three guests –Sarah Ebert, President of the Stoughton Chamber of Wednesday, Aug. 31 2:00 – 3:00 PM Commerce, Amy Hermes, Chief Nursing Officer of Stoughton Health, and Daniel Keyser, new Mandt Room superintendent of the Stoughton Area School District. Join in on the discussion of the latest Do you enjoy creating one of a kind, hand-made cards? If so, join us! Each participant will be able to news. make a birthday and thank you card. Supplies will Page Turners Book Group be provided and everything will be pre-cut and ready Wednesday, August 24, 1:00 PM to assemble. Cost is $3. Pay the group leader on Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid. A Black babysitter is accused of kidnapping the white child in the day of class. Space is limited so reserve your her care. The child’s mother vows to make things right in the ensuing social media storm spot now by calling (608) 873-8585.

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—but can she be trusted? Call 608-873-6281 or email storef@stolib.org for more information, or to be added to the email reminder list for the group.

Around the Clock Fitness and Wellness Activities Blood Pressure Screening, FREE See our Yahara Senior News newsletter for dates.

Chair Exercise Mon., Wed., Fri., 8:15 AM Cost: $2/class Line Dancing, FREE Tuesdays, 2:00 PM Ping Pong, FREE Mon. & Wed. 3:00 - 4:00 PM Fridays, 10:30 AM Wii Bowling, FREE Mondays & Fridays, 10:00 AM Thirteen Moves Tai Chi Monday Drop-in Class Beginners: 10:30 -11:30 AM Advanced: 1:00 - 2:00 PM Senior Center Yahara Room Cost: $10/per class or 4 classes for $36.

Summer 2022

Coming in Fall Prevent a Fall!

Tuesdays, Sept. 6 - Oct. 18, 9:30-11:30 AM One in four older adults has a fall each year according to the CDC. In just 7 weekly, 2-hour sessions, the Stepping On class gives participants strategies for avoiding falls including balance and strength exercises, home safety check suggestions, medication review, and more. The good news is that falls are not a normal part of aging and can be prevented. The Stepping On program, offered in Stoughton by the Stoughton Area Senior Center and Safe Communities of Madison-Dane County, has been researched and proven to reduce falls. Cost: $35 To register, call Hollee at (608) 873-8585.

Hardanger Embroidery with Donna M. Olson

Wednesdays, Sept. 7 – Dec. 7 8:15 – 10:15 AM or 10:15 – 12:15 PM Classes are designed for beginner through experienced stitchers of this thread count Norwegian technique. Cost for the 15 week class is $50 and payment is made directly to the instructor on the first day of class. Call the Senior Center at (608) 873-8585 to register. Kits are available from the instructor for all levels for $25 - $35. Kits include fabric, thread, needles and pattern. Please register by August 17.

Rag Rug Crocheting Class – Baskets, Rugs and More!

Thursdays, Sept. 8, 15, 22 & 29 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM Join others in a fun, relaxing 4-week craft class where you can create baskets, placemats or the beginning of rugs from sheet yarn. Crochet knowledge is a plus but not necessary. All participants, including returning students, must pay $20 for a starter kit which includes three crochet hooks and starter fabric. Pay the instructor on the first day of class. Have Questions? Call the Senior Center who can connect you with the instructor. Class size is limited so don’t miss out. Reserve your spot today!

Ireland – A Colorful Tour of the Emerald Isle

Monday, Sept. 19,1:30 – 2:30 PM Join Joe Fahey as he shares a fun and informative pictorial presentation and discusses some of the key points of Irish culture, both past and present. As a world traveler, Joe shares his experiences, along with pictures, in a fun, storytelling format. To learn more about Joe and his travels, check out his website faheytravels.com. Reserve your spot for this entertaining presentation by calling (608) 873-8585.

AARP Smart Driver Course

Tuesday, Sept. 27, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Cost: $20 for AARP members; $25 for non-members This course is specifically designed for drivers age 50 and older and teaches research-based safety strategies that reduce the likelihood of having a crash. Participants explore how aging, medications and health-related issues affect driving ability and ways to adjust to allow for these changes.

Learn the newest safety features in vehicles, how to drive safely in all road environments and increase your confidence behind the wheel. Many auto insurance companies offer discounts to those who complete this course. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity. Class size is limited so enroll today by calling (608) 873-8585.

Coming in October…

Bahama Bob performance – Wednesday, October 19, 1:00 PM Michael Hecht Presents: Edward Hopper, Alfred Eisenstaedt and the American Impressionists, Part I Thursday, Oct. 6, 10:00 – 11:00 AM

Volunteer Opportunities

RSVP Volunteer Driver

RSVP Volunteer Drivers provide seniors rides to medical appointments on weekdays, between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM. Both drivers and passengers are masked and required to be vaccinated for Covid-19. RSVP-registered volunteers receive mileage reimbursement at 58.5 cents/mile and extra liability insurance coverage while volunteering. Please contact Julia at 873-8585 for more information on this and other volunteer opportunities at the Senior Center.

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207 S. Forrest St, Stoughton 608-873-6746 • www.StoughtonRec.com

Gazebo Musikk

This will be our seventh summer of offering Gazebo Musikk!

Gazebo Musikk are weekly concerts at Rotary Park in the summer. These shows wouldn’t be possible without our sponsors. Check out the Gazebo Musikk Facebook page for the latest information: https://www.facebook.com/gazebomusikk/ When: Thursdays evenings from 6:00-7:30 pm Where: Rotary Park (next to the fire station) Cost: Free! Donations appreciated Date July 21 July 28 August 4 August 11 August 18 August 25 September 1

2022 Lineup

Band The Rotation Blue Spruce Nine Thirty Standard Mark Croft Band The McCloskey’s Your Mom The Dirty Groove Band

Fall Miniball Soccer

Activities and Events Youth Tennis Lessons (Ages 3-18) Session 2

Stoughton Parks and Recreation Department and Premier Tennis and Fitness are working together to bring top notch professional tennis lessons to Stoughton area children and adults. Skills that will be covered consist of serving, forehand, backhand, and footwork, along with learning the rules of the game and how to score.

Barry Hankel, the Tennis Director at PTF, will be overseeing the program.

Ages 3-6 Using Quick Start approach, children are taught using balls that bounce lower and move slower than regular tennis balls so they are easier to hit.

Ages 7-8 Children will further develop tennis strokes, ground strokes, volleys, and the serve. Footwork drills and point playing will be introduced.

Ages 9-12 Students will refine stroke mechanics with major emphasis on improving the consistency and accuracy of ground strokes, volleys, overheads, and learning the rules of the game.

Ages 13-18 This group is designed for the high school players and/or advanced middle schoolers. Drills become more intense and focused on strategy, point play for singles and doubles.

Lesson Details Session Age Group Dates Fee Session 2 Ages 3-6 July 23-August 20 $25 Session 2 Ages 7-8 July 23-August 20 $25 Session 2 Ages 9-12 July 23-August 20 $50 Session 2 Ages 13-18 July 23-August 20 $50 Session 2 Adults July 23-August 20 $35 Days: Saturday Mornings Times: Adults – 8-9am, Ages 3-6 - 9:-:9:45am, Ages 7-8 – 9:45-10:30 am, Ages 9-12 – 10:30-Noon, Ages 13-18 – Noon-1:30 pm Location: High School Tennis Courts

Start your little Pele on his or her way to a lifelong love of recreation activities. Nothing compares to soccer for an introduction to structured team sports. The emphasis on this program is having fun, getting your child to like sports, and developing their physical literacy. This program isn’t intended on teaching high level soccer skills to your child because of the ages of the participants. Volunteer coaches needed!

When: Sundays, September 11 – October 16 at Racetrack Park Fee: $40 We have a supervisor run the program, but we need assistant coaches.

Ages Times 5 year olds 5:00-5:45 pm

NFL Youth Flag Football

The program provides young players a fun and exciting opportunity to engage in non-contact, continuous action while learning lessons in teamwork. This is a great way to introduce your child to the basic fundamentals of football and be active. Each player will receive an authentic reversible NFL Flag Football jersey.

NFL Flag (Grades K-3) – House Leagues

The grades K-1 and 2-3 programs are house leagues that will always play other Stoughton teams at Racetrack Park. The K-1 league will feature the coach playing quarterback to make the games run smooth. Games will be played on Saturday mornings. Teams for this age group typically practice one day a week during the season. Practice night is at the discretion of the coach.

Game Dates: Saturday mornings, September 10 – October 15 • Practice Starts: The week of August 22nd Place: Racetrack Park • Fees: $65 Deadline: Register by August 1 Coaches: Volunteers are needed.

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The grades 4-8 programs are local travel leagues. Other communities involved with the leagues are Cross Plains, Fitchburg, Verona, McFarland, Monona, Cottage Grove and Mount Horeb. Teams will play seven regular season games and an end of season tournament. Teams for these age groups typically practice 1-2 times per week. Practice night(s) are at the discretion of the coach.

There is no make-up date for the tournament if it is rained out.

Game Dates: Saturdays, September 10 – October 15 Tournament Date: Saturday, October 22 Game Times: Vary throughout the season. Games are typically in the morning and early afternoon.

Place:Racetrack Park for home games. Road games will be played at various Dane County communities.

Fees: $75 Deadline: Register by August 1 Coaches: Volunteers are needed.

Summer 2022 Troll Beach

Troll Beach is the result of a complete makeover of the Mandt Park Pool. New innovative play structures, a rebuilt full concession stand, pool chairs and umbrellas, are just a few of the updates for this historic pool.

Hours: 12:00-5:00 pm daily Resident Pricing: Ages 16+ - $7, Ages 15U - $6 Non-Resident Pricing: Ages 16+ - $9, Ages 15U - $8 Last Day: August 15th

Fall Camps at Youth Center with YEL

In partnership with the Youth Enrichment League (YEL), we are offering a number of STEM and Enrichment camps this Fall. Check out the list below and go online to learn more about each camp!

Parents’ Date Night!

For all you parents looking for a Date Night out on the town and more importantly, without kiddos, we've got the perfect solution. Drop your kids off so you can have a night away while they play.

Grades: K-6 • Dates: October 22 • Days: Saturday Night • Time: 5:30–8:30 pm Place: Stoughton Youth Center • Fee:$30 ($5 discount for each additional child)

Chess

These budding grandmasters start the program learning the basics of piece movement, capture, check, piece value, and of course, sportsmanship.

Grades: K-5th • Dates: September 21–November 9 • Days: Wednesday Nights Time: 6:15–7:15 pm • Place: Stoughton Youth Center • Fee: $112

Coding – Scratch Animation

Scratch® is a kid friendly and safe online platform that is inventive and thorough in its application. It uses a drag-and-drop icon based method that is intuitive for beginners, but includes depth for even advanced coders.

Grades: 3rd-5th • Dates: September 24–October 29 • Days: Saturday Mornings Time: 10:15–11:15 am • Place: Stoughton Youth Center • Fee: $85 Coding Kiddos – Scratch Animation Scratch® is a kid friendly and safe online platform that is inventive and thorough in its application. It uses a drag-and-drop icon based method that is intuitive for beginners, but includes depth for even advanced coders.

Grades: K-2nd • Dates: September 24–October 29 • Days: Saturday Mornings Time: 9:00–10:00 am • Place: Stoughton Youth Center • Fee: $85

Adult Activities

Tennis Lessons for Adults

Premier Tennis & Fitness Club coaches will be providing tennis lessons this summer with us. All levels are welcome from Beginner to Advanced. Drills will work on technique, strategy, and point play. Drills will be fast paced and keep you moving.

Session Dates Fee Session 2 July 23-August 20 $35 Days: Saturday Mornings Times: 8:00-9:00 am Registration Deadline: One week before class or when full Place: High School Tennis Courts

Adult 3 on 3 Basketball

Grades: Adult Dates: September 12– October 24 (7 weeks) Days: Monday Nights Time: 7:00–8:00 pm Place: Community Building Gym Fee: $90/team (Register by Sept. 2)

Robotics

These budding engineers learn to unleash their inner-innovator and get a hands-on, foundational introduction to the world of robotics.

Grades: 1st-5th • Dates: September 19–October 24 • Days: Monday Evenings Time: 6:15–7:15 pm • Place: Stoughton Youth Center • Fee: $85

Stoughton Area Youth Center The Stoughton Area Youth Center (SAYC) is open and better than ever! The SAYC will be a leader in youth development and healthy lifestyle choices. Not only is the center “the” place to be for students 5-8 during after-school hours, the program has expanded to include high school students with great programming that is both fun and educational.

Regular hours: 3:00-6:00 PM after school & 12:00-5:00 PM during the summer and non-school weekdays Location: 567 E. Main Street • Phone: 608-877-9980 Staff: Greg Hoyte, ghoyte@ci.stoughton.wi.us

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