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SHOPPING IN Burlington
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Visitors to Burlington find a close-knit, charming community from the countryside to our downtown. Shopping in Burlington is a delightful alternative to crowded shopping malls – where everything looks the same! With free all day parking in municipal lots and our centrally located parking garage, you can park once and then spend hours enjoying unique shopping for chocolate, art, antiques, chocolate, fresh flowers, wine, candles, and more chocolate in our charming historic downtown.
Stop in at the Chamber office, which is housed jointly with the Chocolate Experience Museum, in Burlington’s historic loop at 113 E. Chestnut St. Here you can meet Morsel the Moose, the community mascot whom Burlington residents love to see at special events like ChocolateFest and the Burlington Christmas Parade.
Morsel’s likeness is featured on apparel items, stuffed animals and chocolate scented candles that bring the aroma of Burlington’s chocolate home for you. These items and more (including delectable chocolate cookbooks with more than 200 chocolaty recipes!) are available for purchase at the Burlington Chamber office Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Visit www.burlingtonchamber.org or call (262) 763-6044 for more information. You can also find us on Facebook.
EXPERIENCE THE Luxury!
The uniqueness of Burlington begins with the historic downtown district- the heart of our community. It’s an inviting place for travelers looking for relaxation, dining, shopping or a little bit of everything!
Let yourself be drawn into the captivating charm Burlington offers. You’re welcome to discover these treasures for yourself! • Quality retail stores located throughout the community help to make Burlington a very convenient city. • Shop for fashion, home accessories, antiques, or original pieces of art. • Local artists display some of their finest works, including paintings, sculptures, stained glass pieces and more in our historic downtown. EXPERIENCE THE Charm!
Housed in restored one hundred year old buildings, our unique shops attract customers from all over southeastern Wisconsin and beyond. Find your own personal treasures at any of our boutiques, shoe stores, antique stores, or music store. From originally crafted jewelry to garden treasures, you can find something truly special in any of our great specialty shops!
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Join the excitement this July when the whole community turns out for a giant Sidewalk Sale! Held every year on the last Friday and Saturday in July, our Vintage Square and Maxwell Street Days bring individuals from all over Southeastern Wisconsin to Burlington to enjoy great shopping, food and community atmosphere. Watch for more details at www. burlingtonchamber.org.
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TIME TO EAT!
Burlington is home to a wealth of dining options. Whether you are looking for a specific restaurant or want to try a bit of local flavor, we have it for you! Looking for Mexican? Italian? Chinese? American? or a Tapas Bar??? You can get it all!
A selection of Burlington restaurants feature outside seating for those beautiful Wisconsin evenings. Plus, don’t miss your chance to have another Wisconsin favorite – a Fish Fry! Many of our restaurants serve Fish Frys all year long.
Not sure how to decide? Visit the Burlington Chamber dining guide on our Chamber website, www.burlingtonchamber. org, and read a variety of restaurant reviews. Many of the reviews also offer a sample of the menu.
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FLIPPY’S is a staple in downtown Burlington! It’s not unusual to have a FLIPPY’S craving! Good Food, Great Prices, Fast Service and Home Delivery is available.
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Walk-Ins Welcome Good For Groups • Good For Kids Takeout • Catering Waiter Service • Outdoor Seating This down-to-earth outpost features classic American and Mexican dishes prepared with the highest quality, authentic ingredients. Covered in historical artwork and photography, Lucky Star Pub and Eatery brings you back to a time of western adventure. Wet your whistle at the dazzling, saloon-inspired bar, offering daily beverage specials or take your dining experience outside to the intimate seasonal seating area. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stop in and enjoy an old favorite or discover a new one today.
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Shelia Mae’s Est. 1952 TOWN FRYER RESTAURANT One of the oldest family owned restaurants in Burlington
BREAKFAST SERVED ALL DAY!!!
Lunch • Soups Daily Mon.-Sat. • Salads Specials Senior’s • Dinners Children’s Menu • Desserts Menu OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK AT 5:00 A.M. 116 N. Main Street, Burlington (262) 763-9940 www.sheliamaestownfryer.com Come for breakfast or come for lunch... you will not be disappointed. Restaurant with hometown feel, comfortable, cozy atmosphere with sun-washed glass sunroom. Flavorful expansive menu with friendly staff! Melt-in-your-mouth omelet expertly prepared with tasty potatoes. Fryer’s signature Beef Burger. Healthy salads to choose from: Mandarin Orange Chicken Salad, Southwest Chicken Salad or Spicy Tex-Mex Chicken. Children’s menu. Homemade soups. Daily specials.
Memories To Savor!
Stowell’s Catering Service
W1127 Spring Prairie Road Burlington, WI 53105 (262) 763-8316 • (800) 640-5703 www.stowellscatering.com Marvin and June Stowell, along with friends, family and neighbors began a food service business in 1964. Today, Marvin and June’s granddaughter, Brenda along with her parents, Bonnie and Jim, operate the business. Stowell’s has been creating delicious meals and great memories for more than five decades. Let our family cater your wedding, company events, holiday party, banquet or gatherings of all kinds. We will make it an affair to remember! Please call or email us today to discuss your special event. Our many repeat customers validate our exceptional food quality and catering service.
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The Waterfront on Brown’s Lake
The Waterfront on Brown’s Lake offers outdoor dining on our lakeside patio featuring our full menu and full bar, a fire pit and live music every weekend during the summer months. Inside dining is available all year long with breathtaking views of beautiful Brown’s Lake from every table. Our mouthwatering menu changes seasonally, but always features our Signature Thin Crust Pizza. Serving Tuesday-Saturday 11:00 a.m. year ‘round. Adding Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Closed Sundays and Mondays during winter months. Carryout and private party space available. Visit our website at www.thewaterfrontbrownslake.com for full details
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Mike's Quality Auto Service, Inc. Quality Service Great People 262-767-9007 Mike Barajas, Owner 457 Falcon Ridge Dr., Burlington, WI 53105 mikesqualityautoservice.net Mon., Tue., Thurs., Fri. 8a.m. - 5p.m. Wed. 8a.m. - 8p.m. • Sat. 8a.m. - 1 p.m. 358754 • Custom Framing Trendsetters 388 N. Pine St. Burlington, WI 53105 262-763-9052 www.trendsetterslimited.com INSIDE: Community ................ Page 3 Opinion ...................... Page 6 Sports ................... Pages 7-8 Living ..................... Section 2 Business ................ Section 2 HONORING SERVICE: A community event honoring the volunteers of the former Burlington Rescue Squad is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 16, at Veterans Terrace, 589 Milwaukee Avenue. The public is invited to attend. Doors open at 2 p.m. and a formal program is slated for 2:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served courtesy of the area’s community service clubs. People who have stories of how the Rescue Squad impacted their lives are asked to call City Hall at 262-342- 1161 to share their stories. The volunteer service, which operated in conjunction with the Burlington Rotary Club, dissolved Jan. 1 after more than 70 years of service. The City of Burlington Fire Department has since taken over rescue duties. MUNICIPAL MEETINGS: Monday, Feb. 10 Lyons Town Board, 7 p.m., Town Hall, 6339 Hospital Rd., Lyons Spring Prairie Town Board, 7 p.m., Town Hall, Hwy. 120 and Potter Road Burlington Area School District Personnel Committee Closed Session, 6:30 p.m., l00 N. Kane Street Burlington Area School District Board, 7 p.m., District Office, l00 N. Kane Street Tuesday, Feb. 11 City of Burlington Plan Commission, 6:30 p.m., police station, 224 E. Jefferson Street Thursday, Feb. 13 Town of Burlington Board, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall, 32288 Bushnell Road Published weekly • Burlington, WI 53105 THURSDAY, FEB. 6, 2020 Our 155th year • No. 06 myracinecounty.com – THIS AREA INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK FOR ADDRESS LABEL –~ Se rvin g the community since 1863 ~ news ........................ (262) 763-3330 fax ....................... (262) 763-0996 display ads ......... (262) 763-2575 classifieds ........... (262) 763-3511 delivery ............... (262) 763-3511 SUBSCRIPTION RATES: $36.00 per year (local) $31.00 per year (senior citizen) $ 1 00 S tan d ar d P r ess B urlington SPORTS POWERING THROUGH: Dylan Runkel muscles his way to the hoop during Burlington’s game against Westosha Central last week. – Page 7 HELP FOR MOMS: Life Choices in Burlington is a resource for parents, espe cially single moms. Learn about what the organiza tion has to offer. – Section 2 DEATHS: The following local death notices appear inside: • JOSEPH B. COEL, 82 • M. NORENE LOIS, 80 • LINDA LEE SZEKLINSKI, 72 • RAYMOND LEE TITZE, 78 • ROBERT E. VYVYAN, 96 – Page 5 28971A N9-16 Licensed agent/producer of Thrivent Financial, marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Registered representative of Thrivent Investment Management, Inc. Thrivent.com/disclosures. Appleton, Wisconsin • Minneapolis, Minnesota • Thrivent.com • 800-847-4836 PUT FAITH IN YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE Scott P Herrmann , FIC, CKA® Wealth Advisor Shoreline Group 400 N Pine St Burlington, WI 53105 262-806-7390 366752 By Jason Arndt EDITOR Catholic Central High School is moving forward with plans to remodel facilities, upgrade class rooms and enhance technology, all of which will be in place for the 2020-21 school year. The upgrades, according to Prin cipal Bonnie Scholz, comes as the school celebrates a century in the fall and has experienced steady growth within the last two years. “In the fall of 2020, we will be welcoming our 100th class and we are celebrating our 100th anniver sary,” she said. “We have had a lot of people step forward to say that they would like to – in appreciation for the 100 years – make sure our school is modern and relevant for the future.” Scholz acknowledged the Lynch family for its $100,000 matching gift, the Erica P. John Fund, the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, Music Matters of Burlington and multiple anonymous donors in a news re lease. “We are thrilled and honored to receive these funds that will help maintain Catholic Central’s posi tion as the premiere high school in Southeastern Wisconsin,” she states. Music Matters contributed $3,000 for theater lighting upgrades at Topper Hall. Abby Galstad, of Catholic Cen tral’s Music and Theater Depart ment, said in a recent interview the school plans to install the lighting upgrades before the Catholic Cen tral Theater Association presents “The Sound of Music” from April 2 through 5. The school plans to start renovat ing two science labs and two other classrooms during the summer with targeted completion by the fall. Renovations include new desks, lab stations, surface areas, better storage space for easier access, elec trical upgrades, and other projects. Catholic Central, according to Scholz, already has items such as 3-D printers and state-of-art micro scopes, but doesn’t have modern space for each tool. Planning for the project in cludes participation from New Ber LIVING City OK’s Senior Center lease Council passes series of resolutions By Jason Arndt EDITO R The Common Council grant ed the Burlington Senior Activity Center a rent-free year for the third straight time at Tuesday’s meeting. The rent-free year will remain relatively unchanged with exception to additional language related to in surance requirements for both the city and Senior Activity Center. “The 2020 agreement re-mains virtually unchanged, allowing an other year of not paying rent in or der for them to continue to work to wards their goals,” City Administra tor Carina Walters wrote in a packet issued to the Common Council, adding city staff looked to allow the Senior Activity Center more time to generate a sustainable income. The city’s decision comes two weeks after Senior Activity Center Administrator Susan Crane dis cussed highlights as well as the pro jected 2020 budget. Current projections show the Senior Activity Center could bring in $22,970 in revenue compared to $27,375 in expenses. Crane, however, told the Com mon Council at a Jan. 21 Commit tee of the Whole meeting she has worked diligently to cut costs and raise additional income for the Se nior Activity Center through hall rentals and donations. “One thing we need to keep working on is we need to keep the opportunities for people to adver tise. We sent letters out at the end of the year, we had a fairly good re sponse, and I will keep doing that,” she said, adding the Senior Activity Center could provide benefits for the business community. “It is a great place for local businesses to advertise,” she said. “These are the people that live in Burlington and the surrounding ar eas. They believe in shopping in Burlington. They believe in using what Burlington has to offer so it is a wonderful place to advertise.” The Senior Activity Center pre viously received approval from the Common Council to use city-owned property at 587 E. State Street with out paying rent in both 2018 and 2019. Strategic Planning Contract approved In other business, the Common Council endorsed a contract with Rapp Consulting Group to help guide the city’s 2020 Strategic Plan ning Session. Walters reports Craig Rapp, who owns Rapp Consulting, assisted the city in its 2015 strategic plan through Northern Illinois University Center for Governmental Studies. She said the contract is compa rable to one approved in 2015, with one exception, which includes invit ing some community stakeholders to the session. The strategic plan, which will be for 2020-23, serves as an orga nizational roadmap to address crit ical issues, find innovative ways to achieve goals, use resources effi ciently and effectively. “An additional session is sched uled to develop action plans with staff to ensure goals and priorities are achieved within the targeted deadlines,” Walters wrote to the Common Council. Walters said the fee for the stra tegic plan is $11,650 and includes travel expenses, all of which is in the 2020 budget. Public works proposals pass The Common Council also ap proved three resolutions related to the Department of Public Works, which includes the purchase of four trucks from Ewald Automotive Group for $129,065. While a 2020 Ford F-250 pickup will replace a 2008 GMC truck used by the wastewater department, three 2020 Chevy Silverado pickup trucks will go to the streets and parks de partment, which currently uses 2005 Chevy pickups. The second resolution involves approving a task order with Kapur and Associates for engineering ser vices associated with the 2020 street A new look for Section 2 Beginning with this week’s edition, Section 2 of this newspaper will have a different look and a different mix of content. But the good news for readers is all the features you’re accustomed to will remain. The section, now titled Living, will be led by our award-winning weekly Lifestyle feature. Placement on the front page of Section 2 allows us to make better use of color and the eyecatching graphic design the page is known for. Inside Section 2 you’ll find the comprehensive business and real estate coverage that has earned a loyal following in recent years. Section 2 will continue to deliver a mix of local and area news and features while the front section of the newspaper will continue to focus on news and sports from your community. If you have questions or comments about the change, email Editor in Chief Ed Nadolski at enadolski@ standardpress.com. By Jason Arndt Editor The Common Council on Tuesday accepted a LUCAS Chest Compres sion System recently awarded to the City of Burlington Fire Department. The Fire Department received the equipment valued at $12,200 from Aurora Health Care Southern Lakes, Inc., according to Fire Chief Alan Babe. “With the city assuming the role of EMS provider for the city and town of Burlington, the LUCAS de vice is a very important part of the lifesaving process,” Babe told the Common Council. “The purpose of the LUCAS device is that of a me chanical chest compression system that helps emergency care teams around the world save lives.” The LUCAS device, fire officials said, maintains consistent compre hensions and cuts the risk of injury to caregivers and allows them to con duct other lifesaving measures. Babe outlined other benefits of the LUCAS system, which includes a 60 percent increased blood flow to the brain compared to manual CPR, safe and effective chest compressions during ambulance transport, among others. The donation allows the city to forego purchasing the unit in the fu ture. Advocate Aurora President Bob Miller, who presented the device to city officials on Tuesday, said it was JASON ARNDT Standard Press Aurora Health Care Southern Lakes President Bob Miller (right) presents City of Burlington Fire Chief Alan Babe with a chest com pression device during Tuesday’s Committee of the Whole meeting. Council authorized a depository and signatory for the City of Burlington with Hometown Bank, of Wautoma, to serve as an intermediary bank account for funds associated with medical service collections. The authorization comes after the City of Burlington approved a contract with Life Line Billing Ser vices, LCC last December as the city’s third party provider for billing services associated with ambulance calls and supplies. Life Line Billing Services, also known as LifeQuest, uses Home town Bank as its depository for col lections related to those services. “This is an intermediary bank holding the funds collected until transferred to the City of Burlington operating accounts via wire or elec tronic funds transfer,” city officials noted on a Common Council docu ment. The Common Council’s approv al of the depository satisfies a state statute. Like other depository accounts, two signatures/approvals are re quired for any transaction, including EFT and wire payments. Authorized city officials assigned to approving depository transactions include Mayor Jeannie Hefty, City Administrator Carina Walters and Finance Director Steve DeQuaker. The city will receive a monthly fund transfer from Life Line into the general operating account. City fire awarded chest compression system City Council accepts donation at Tuesday meeting imperative to make this contribution to the city and town. “All of us have a vested interest in the partnership to serve the needs of this community,” he said. “It is vital ly important to us.” City approves Life Line intermediary In a separate matter, the Common CCHS plans upgrades in summer School officials grateful for community contributions SUBMITTED PHOTO Standard Press Catholic Central High School science teacher Michelle Dean in structs a small group of students during a recent anatomy class. The school plans to upgrade its science classrooms during the summer. Officials indicate the upgrades will allow students easier access to materials and equipment used during classes. lin-based Anderson Ashton Design/ Build as well as insight from Catho lic Central teachers. Catholic Central’s Marketing and Communications Director James Anest said the planned upgrades have thrilled the teachers. The renovations are part of a three-year strategic plan, said Scholz, indicating the school has See CCHS , Page 4 See CITY , Page 4 Hey Burlington, We’ve got you covered! 209 N. DODGE STREET, BURLINGTON 262.763.3330 367436 • Engraving Hours: • Custom Shower Doors Mon.-Thurs. 8am-9pm • Mirrors and Glass Fri. 8 am-5pm • Unique Gifts Sat. 8am-2pm
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The Racine County Service Center in Burlington is located at 1072 Milwaukee Avenue, Fox River Plaza Staff are available to assist with: Employment Services • Job Training • Public Assistance Enrollment Open Monday through Friday from: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact us at 262.767.2922 or visit racinecounty.com/humanservices
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Rustic Roads
RUSTIC ROADS
If you prefer finished roads running under your tires, our many miles of scenic rustic roads and quiet country lanes may be just what you’re looking for! Try any one of the routes below for an afternoon of fun as you take in Burlington’s more rural beauty.
Racine County boasts the most Rustic Roads of any county in Wisconsin, with seven charming roads and a combined total of 27.1 miles of natural beauty for you to explore. Any one of these Rustic Roads will make for a great bicycling route or leisurely car ride. In addition to the wealth of Rustic Roads in our own Racine County, our neighbor to the west, Walworth County, is home to five Rustic Roads that add an additional 24.8 miles of back country to take in!
Rustic Road 2 Location: Racine County. North from Burlington along Honey Lake Road, Maple Lane and Heritage Road to County Road D. Continuing north along Maple Drive to WIS 83. Length: 7.9 miles Surface: Paved
Under a canopy of trees, this route provides vistas of rolling fields and dairy farms. There is a marsh with waterfowl, muskrat houses and other wildlife in the Wehmhoff Woodland Preserve.
Rustic Road 5 Location: Racine County. Loomis Road beginning at WIS 164, north to Fries Lane and the intersection of Fries Lane and WIS 36. Length: 3.1 miles Surface: Paved
Loomis Road was originally laid out as a territorial road in 1840 and retains much of its original rustic lines. This route passes by Col. Heg Memorial Park, which commemorates Wisconsin’s top ranking officer who was killed in action during the Civil War. A museum in the park emphasizes the heritage of a group of Norwegian settlers and their contribution to the development of Wisconsin. There is also a small log cabin, which was built in 1837 and moved to the park in 1928.
Rustic Road 25 Location: Racine County. Oak Knoll Road from County Road DD to its junction with County Road D. Length: 2.6 miles Surface: Paved
Adjacent to the Honey Creek Wildlife area, this road passes by the Franklyn Hazelo Home (c. 1858), which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Rustic Road 30 Location: Racine County. Includes portions of Hillcrest, Hanson, Division and Malchine Roads between County Road K and WIS 36. Length: 2.3 miles Surface: Paved
This route passes through woods, rolling meadows, and lowland marshes abounding in native vegetation and wildlife. Along the route a historic, one-room school house can be seen.
Rustic Road 37 Location: Racine County. Three Mile Road, starting at 108th Street east to its intersection with County Road U. Length: 1.8 miles Surface: Paved
Numerous old oak trees and rail fences border the winding route which has never been widened or had its basic course changed since it was originally laid out in the early 1800s.
Rustic Road 42 Location: Racine County. Includes Hoosier Creek Road, Wheatland Road and Brever Road from County Road JB to WIS 142. Length: 5.7 miles Surface: Paved
A canopy of large oak and black walnut trees graces Wheatland Road, just south of WIS 142. Travelers to this area will enjoy the open agricultural and marsh vistas in addition to an old brick farmhouse and several barns. Hoosier Creek Road is 1/2 mile away from the Fox River, providing fishing areas and some nice panoramic views. Note: Due to safety concerns, Hoosier Creek Road is closed at the railroad tracks (near County Road JB) and is no longer a continuous north-south route. Brever Road was added to the route in 1993.
Rustic Road 43 Location: Racine/Kenosha Counties. County Road B from the intersection of WIS 142 in Kenosha County to its intersection with WIS 11 in Racine County. Length: 3.7 miles Surface: Paved
This route passes through open agricultural land with few residences, and provides direct access to the Bong Recreational Area.
