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Rock County Sheriff announces promotions, retirements

Sheriff Fell is pleased to announce the following promotions and retirements of Rock County Sheriff’s Office staff:

Promotions

• Jude Maurer was promoted to Chief Deputy on May 8.

After the recent approval from the Rock County Board of Supervisors to double-fill the Chief Deputy position, Maurer will work with Chief Deputy Strouse until his retirement on July 5.

Maurer has served with the Rock County Sheriff’s Office for the last 28 years. He was hired on May 1, 1995, as a Deputy Sheriff. He was promoted to Sergeant on May 27, 2000, and assigned to the Correctional Services Division and then the Patrol Bureau. He was promoted to Lieutenant on July 19, 2008, and assigned to the Support Services Bureau and then the Patrol Bureau. Maurer was then promoted to Captain on Jan. 1, 2009, overseeing the Patrol Bureau. He was promoted to Commander of the Law Enforcement Services Division on Oct. 27, 2019.

He most recently received the meritorious Retired Sheriffs Leadership Award.

Maurer received a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration from Upper Iowa University on Oct. 27, 2007. He received a Master of Science Degree in Management from Cardinal Stritch University on May 16, 2010. Maurer also graduated from the School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) at Northwestern University.

He served in the Wisconsin Army National Guard for six years. Throughout his years of service with the Rock County Sheriff’s Office, Maurer has served as a Field Training Officer, Chairman of the Traffic Safety Commission, a member of the Safe Schools Committee, President and Grievance Officer for the Rock County Deputy Sheriff’s Supervisors Association, and as a Committee Chair for the Sheriff’s Office National Night Out events.

• Aaron Burdick was promoted to Commander on May 8 and assigned to the Law Enforcement Services Division.

He has served at the Sheriff’s Office for the last 25 years. He was hired as a Correctional Officer in May 1998. He was hired at the rank of Deputy Sheriff in August 1998.

Burdick was promoted to Sergeant in January 2006. He was promoted to Captain on Feb. 11, 2019, and most recently assigned to the Detective Bureau.

Burdick earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Upper Iowa University. He also completed the Northwestern University School of Police

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Dairy Farmers of

Board election underway

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified 14 nominees that are eligible for election to the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board of Directors. Dairy farmers in affected districts have until May 23 to vote on the following candidates:

• District 25 nominees: Stacy Eberle, Monroe; and Kristen Metcalf, Milton Green, Rock, and Walworth counties DATCP confirmed that all certified candidates meet the eligibility criteria of being an active dairy producer or representative of an affected producer, selling milk into commercial channels, and residing within their respective districts. DATCP also certified each candidate’s timely nomination form, which included five signatures from active dairy producers within their district and a notarized Affidavit of Eligibility form.

To view candidate biographies for other districts and for more information on this election, visit www.wisconsindairy.org/elections.

DATCP will mail ballots to dairy producers who reside within the nine affected districts. Producers who have not received a ballot by May 15 should request a ballot by contacting DATCP Market Orders staff at DATCPMarketOrders@wisconsin.gov.

Completed ballots must be signed and sent to WI DATCP, Marketing Order Program, P.O. Box 8911, Madison, WI 53708 and postmarked on or before May 23.

Elected producers will serve a three-year term beginning July 1.

District 25 nominees

Stacy Eberle

EbAcres Orchestrated Dreams, W5521 County Road P, Monroe, WI

• Spouse/Children: Spouse, Randy (deceased 2011); children Amanda Lichensteiger,

Maria Eberle Roesch, Josephine Eberle, and Carlita Eberle.

• When did you begin dairy farming: 1992.

• How many cows do you milk: 125 milk cows – Holstein, Brown Swiss, and mixed breed(s).

• Where do you ship your milk: Chula Vista/VV Supremo, Browntown, WI.

• Others actively involved in operation: N/A

• How many acres do you farm and/or other farm facts: 230 acres farmed, we raise our herd replacements (125 heifers) and other livestock.

• Ag-related organizations or affiliations: Monroe FFA/ Alumni, Green County 4-H, and Green County Agriculture Fair Association.

• Community involvement: A new passion I have accidentally found, being part of middle school career day and high school to work and work experience programs.

• Why do you want to serve on the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin board: Understand, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is a viable, vital check-off program. Dairy is the pulse of Wisconsin agriculture. Not only do dairy products need promotion in order to be consumed, the dairy industry needs to be promoted and understood to remain re-

spected. What better way to promote our products, educate the consumer and relay program information to our constituent farmers than to be a DFW director.

• What else should dairy producers in your area know about you: I am very passionate about our dairy industry and general agriculture. I enjoy speaking/educating the public face-to-face one on one. I love having groups out to the farm. I actually enjoy training new employees who are not from the farm; I see it as another sector of young people to educate and respect farming. I will seek different avenues to promote the dairy industry. Our newest endeavor is dairy promotion at Rockford Speedway.

Kristen Metcalf

Glacier Edge Dairy, 1010 Parkview Lane #5. Milton, WI

• Spouse/Children: Spouse, Corey.

• When did you begin dairy farming: Glacier Edge Dairy was established in 2017, but both my husband and I grew up on our family’s cash crop and dairy farms.

• How many cows do you milk: 350 Jerseys, a few Holsteins; expansion happening in 2023.

• Where do you ship your

milk: Rolling Hills Dairy Producers Cooperative, Monroe, WI.

• Others actively involved in operation: Terry and Jane Metcalf (in-laws), Lauren Metcalf (sister-in-law), three full-time employees, two part-time employees.

• How many acres do you farm and/or other farm facts: 1,200 acres farmed, 1,000 young stock, beef cattle, etc.

• Ag-related organizations or affiliations: Rock County Dairy Promotion Board, Rock County Holstein Breeders Board, Junior Advisor, Rock County Dairy Judging coach, Rock County Dairy Quiz Bowl coach, Wisconsin Holstein Association member.

• Community involvement: Milton FFA Alumni member, church parishioner/reader/volunteer, Parkview Condominium Association President.

• Why do you want to serve on the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin board: I want to serve on the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board because I care about the future of dairy in Wisconsin. I want to provide ideas and opinions that will help drive dairy promotions and campaigns in the state. Additionally, I want to learn more about how checkoff dollars are spent and be a resource for other farmers that have the same question. I’m excited to learn about the media tactics used to promote the Wisconsin dairy story. And

Stacy Eberle Kristen Metcalf

Take action: Type O negative blood donors needed for emergencies

When every second counts, blood products can provide lifesaving care. The American Red Cross asks the public to give blood or platelets during Trauma Awareness Month in May to keep hospitals prepared for all transfusion needs, including emergencies. Type O negative blood donors are especially needed right now.

The power of Type O blood

• Type O negative is the universal blood type and what

Obituary

ROBERT BROWN

Robert (B5) Brown, age 92, passed away on May 5, 2023 at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Monroe.

Robert was born on April 19, 1931, in Reno, Nev., the son of Russel and Alma (Thornquist). Bob married Ann Coady on Nov. 29, 1970.

He spent most of his younger years farming outside of Rockford, Ill. He was

$10 e-gift card for coming to give through May 19

emergency room personnel reach for when there is no time to determine a patient’s blood type in the most serious situations.

• Type O positive blood is the most used blood type because it can be transfused to Rh-positive patients of any blood type.

• Red blood cells carry oxygen throughout the body and are often given to trauma and surgery patients. Type O blood donors are ideal Power Red donors, which means they can safely donate two units of red

drafted into the Army Reserve in 1954 where he served over in France for two years. Upon returning home,

Bob began his career in the trucking business hauling farm equipment for Studer’s

blood cells during one donation. Now, more people are able to give a Power Red donation – the minimum height has changed to 5’3” for female donors.

Medical traumas can quickly deplete hospital blood banks. Once patients are stabilized and their blood type is determined, they will receive a matching blood type, so it’s important donors of all types give now and help save lives by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.

out of Monroe, then eventually driving for Schneider National Transport out of Green Bay, up until his retirement in 1993.

Bob’s passion was his love for all things Ford and Harley. You could always find him at a car show with his buddies or on the back roads of the countryside riding his motorcycle. He enjoyed watching westerns – especially The

org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

In thanks, all who come to give from now until May 19 will receive a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. Plus, through May 31, those who come to give will be automatically entered for a chance to win a trip for two to the 2023 MLB All-Star Game in Seattle. The getaway includes two tickets to the 2023 MLB All-Star Game thanks to the support of Fanatics, round-trip airfare, four-night hotel accommo-

Lone Ranger – and listening to classic country music.

He is survived by his wife, Ann Brown; two daughters, Dena Brown and Linda (Brown) King; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Gwen Nielson of Rockford.

The family has chosen to not hold any services.

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dations, a $750 gift card and more. Additionally, those who come to give May 20-31 will receive an exclusive Red Cross beach towel, while supplies last. Terms apply for all offers. See rcblood.org/team for details.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities

Green County:

• Albany: Tuesday, May 23 from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m., Lions Building, 402 Cincinnati St.

• Juda: Wednesday, May 24 from 1 to 6 p.m., Juda High School, N2385 Spring St.

• Monroe: Tuesday, May 23 from noon to 6 p.m., Green

In brief

‘Adopt a pot’ in Orfordville

Orfordville is hosting the ‘Adopt a Pot’ campaign again this year. Flowers will be planted downtown. This year larger pots will be featured in the parks, which will require more flowers.

Those that donate will be thanked on the Only In Orfordville Facebook Page and also in the Brodhead Independent Register.

Complete the form if interested in being a sponsor. The form can be dropped off at the Village Hall or mailed to P.O. Box 409 in Orfordville.

Donate cans for Orfordville June Days

Everyone is reminded that Orfordville is accepting aluminum can donations to be used to offset the expensive cost of their fireworks for June Days.

The fencing was taken down in the parking lot after it was damaged by the wind.

Please take cans to the back of the parking lot and leave them alongside the blue shed.

The village is down significantly in donations this year, so any donation would be greatly appreciated.

With the nice weather coming up, if you’re cleaning up around the home and have cans to get rid of, please consider donating them!

Golden Age of Aviation

The Albany Wisconsin Historic Society Museum presents “Golden Age of Aviation” by Pat Weeden, Executive Director of the Kelch Aviation Museum, on Tuesday, May 16, at 7 p.m.

He will cover the history of the Brodhead Airport and the Kelch Aviation Museum. He will also touch on the history

County EMS, 1800 12th St. Rock County:

• Beloit: Friday, May 19 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Beloit Public Library, 605 Eclipse Blvd.; and Tuesday, May 30 from noon to 5 p.m., Beloit Life Center, 2170 Murphy Woods Road

• Edgerton: Thursday, June 1 from 1 to 6 p.m., Edgerton Public Library, 101 Albion St.

• Evansville: Wednesday, May 31 from noon to 6 p.m., Creekside Place Community Center, 102 Maple St. • Janesville: Monday, May See DONORS, Back Page

of other Green County airports as well. This program will follow a brief business meeting.

All are welcome. No charge.

The Albany Historical Society museum is located at 119 North Water Street in downtown Albany. For further information, please call or text 608-2148289, or email jcopus1@frontier.com.

Replacing railroad crossing

The railroad will be replacing the crossing on N. Main Street in Orfordville. The plan is to close that portion of N. Main St. starting May 22.

Stateline Manufacturing Alliance Signing Day Set for May 11

More than 20 students from different high schools from around the Stateline region will confirm their pathway as manufacturing apprentices with leaders from 10 manufacturing partners on Thursday, May 11, at 7:30 a.m. in the Conference Center at Blackhawk Technical College, 6004 S. County G., Janesville, as part of the annual Stateline Manufacturing Alliance’s Manufacturing Signing Day.

The event will recognize individuals who were selected for apprenticeships under the “earn and learn” educational model that allows students to work full-time learning a trade while also taking college courses paid for by the employer.

David Polk, Wisconsin’s Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards Director, is planning to attend. Learn more about SMA at statelinemfg. org.

At the Milwaukee County Zoo, moms are extra special on Mother’s Day

It’s an EXTRA special day for mom with a trip to the Milwaukee County Zoo! On Mother’s Day, May 14, all mothers receive free admission, courtesy of Peoples State Bank.

When spending time at the zoo with mom, or a special loved one, be sure to visit a few equally special “cow moms”

in the Northwestern Mutual Family Farm. Between October 2022 and March 2023, cow moms Miley, Callie, and Betsy each gave birth to female calves.

Jersey calf Brandy was born to Miley, a first-time mom.

Born in October last year, Brandy is a brownish-tan color,

with a bit of white “masking” around her eyes. Jersey milk is considered the Cadillac of all milk, containing more protein and calcium compared to other breeds.

Another first-time mom, Brown Swiss cow Callie, gave birth to Bailey in January this year. Bailey is a light gray col-

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or, which will darken as she gets older. Interestingly, Brown Swiss cows in Switzerland are taken to high mountain meadows during the summer. The cows wear bells so farmers can find them in foggy mountain pastures.

Office of School Safety holds additional CIRT trainings around Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on May 2 that the Office of School Safety (OSS) is holding additional trainings for those interested in joining one of the 12 Critical Incident Response Teams (CIRTs) around the state. CIRTs are designed to provide all Wisconsin K-12 public, private, charter and tribal schools with access to a regionally based team to support them if a critical incident ever occurs at their school.

“The Office of School Safety provides Wisconsin schools with tools and information that can help keep kids safe and minimize trauma,” said Attorney General Josh Kaul. “Having trained, regional critical-incident response teams is one part of OSS’s comprehensive approach to school safety.”

OSS considers a school-re-

lated critical incident to be a sudden and unexpected incident or sequence of events which can cause trauma within a school community that may overwhelm the normal coping mechanisms of the school. School crises may be a large-scale incident, or a smaller-scale incident that may be more individualized and affects a small group of people. Examples of critical incidents in schools include threats or acts of violence, natural disasters, serious injuries to students or staff, suicide, weather-related disasters, community turmoil, intruders, an Amber Alert, and hate crimes.

The mission of the CIRT program is to minimize the psychological impact of a school critical incident; provide resources to help stabilize the school community; work to identify individuals that may require long-term

mental health services after a critical incident occurs; and offer support to school administrators and educators. Wisconsin is the first state to implement regionally based CIRTs on a statewide basis.

Each of Wisconsin’s 12 regional CIRTs is made up of volunteers who are part of a multi-disciplinary team. These teams include law enforcement officers, school administrators, counselors, psychologists, social workers, nurses, teachers, school safety experts, and representatives from other related professions.

Every CIRT member must attend a training session put on by OSS. Training will equip team members with techniques rooted in best practice for response after a critical incident occurs. It will also facilitate uniformity in response and support for all schools throughout

the state that may deal with a critical incident.

Priority registration will be given to participants serving in CESA Regions 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, and 12; Brodhead and surrounding areas are Region 2. Trainings will be held in Verona, Jackson, and Superior, Wis. throughout the spring/ summer. For more information on the CIRT trainings, please visit www.doj.state. wi.us/office-school-safety/ training-opportunities.

OSS was initially supported by more than $2 million in federal grant funding from the U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Justice Assistance. OSS is currently supported by more than $1.8 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding which will end in December of this year. DOJ has requested that the legislature permanently fund OSS in the next biennial budget.

ADRC spring health promotion programs

The Aging and Disability Resource Center has upcoming workshops to announce.

Healthy Living with Diabetes (HLWD)

This workshop is appropriate for persons age 60 and over with pre-diabetes, diabetes, or if living with someone with diabetes. Topics include: meal planning and label reading, monitoring blood sugars, stress and depression management, preventing low blood sugars, communicating more effectively with family, friends, and medical provid-

ers. People who have taken the workshop show better health and increased confidence in managing diabetes, improvements in A1C and blood sugar levels, fewer doctor, ER visits and hospitalizations and decreases in health distress.

HLWD will be held Monday afternoons starting May 15 through June 26 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. (no class on May 29) near the ADRC office within the Daniel Hale Williams Resource Center, on 1717 Center Ave., Janesville.

Suggested donation is $15 to cover class supplies. Please

register by May 10; see information towards end on how to register.

Stepping On Wisconsin continues to lead the nation in deaths from falls – with 176 deaths per 100,000 falls. Participants who complete the Stepping On falls prevention series are 31% less likely to have a fall. Stepping On has been taught in Rock County for almost 15 years. The workshop series will run from June 6 through July 25 (no class July 4) from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on seven Tues-

day mornings at SSM Health St. Mary’s – Janesville, 3400 E. Racine St., in the Garden Level. Suggested donation is $15 to cover class supplies for those ages 60 and over. Must register by May 31.

To inquire or register, contact the ADRC of Rock County by calling the Health Promotion Coordinator at 608-757-5309 or email Lisa. Messer@co.rock.wi.us.

You may also enroll online by going to www.co.rock. wi.us/departments/human-services/adrc and search “health promotion programs.”

Driver crashes van with two children inside

Third offense OWI, now a felony

Deputies from the Rock County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a traffic crash with blockage around 2:30 p.m. on May 4. Upon arrival to the 4000 block of W. County Highway A in Rock County, deputies located a van in

the road.

It had entered the ditch on the highway, striking two mailboxes before re-entering the roadway and becoming disabled. There were three occupants in the van at the time of the crash – an adult female driver and two children. None of the occupants were injured.

The driver, Cassandra Ver-

Parkview School District is proud to be celebrating Staff Appreciation Week from May 8-12. This week is dedicated to showing appreciation for the hard work and dedication of the teaching, support, maintenance and all Parkview staff.

Everyone is grateful for the countless hours that they spend preparing lessons, grading assignments, mentoring and supporting students, providing meals, running the offices, creating a safe and clean learning environment, and all the other jobs Parkview staff take on. They play a critical role in shaping the future of the students and the community.

During Staff Appreciation Week, they will be organizing various events and activities to show their gratitude to their teaching staff along with the help of the PTO. They encourage their students and their families to join in expressing their appreciation for the staff!

They would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the staff for their unwavering commitment to their students. Their hard work and dedication are truly appreciated, and they are grateful for all that they do.

Dementia conference for professional caregivers

A dementia conference will be held Tuesday, June 6, at the Dr. Daniel Hale Williams Resource Center, Janesville.

The dementia conference is intended to aid professional caregivers including social workers, nurses, first responders, law enforcement and other professionals that work with older adults and those with a dementia diagnosis.

The day’s slate of expert speakers will speak on the foundations of dementia, diagnostic evaluation, dementia-related behavioral symptoms and intervention approaches.

Conference speakers and presentations include:

• Dementia And... Highlights and Diagnostic Evaluation by Dr. Georgine Dudzek, Psy. D of Synapse Solutions, Janesville;

• Dementia And... Behavioral Expressions: Mis-

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din, from Janesville, showed signs of impairment, and after an investigation was arrested for OWI. She has two prior OWI convictions on her driving record, making this her third offense, with the enhancer of passengers under 16 years old making it a felony in this state. Cassandra will be held in the Rock County

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conceptions and Misunderstandings by Dr. Tracy Schroepfer, PhD, MSW, MA – UW-Madison Sandra Rosenbaum School of Social Work;

• Dementia And... Interventions for Behavioral Expressions by Bonnie Nuttkinson, MS – Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center;

• Dementia And... Compassion Fatigue and SelfCare by DeAnna Brown, CSW – Mercyhealth;

• Family Caregiver panel discussion. Two CEs and two educational contact hours are available. Lunch, break and conference workbook will be included. Conference fee is $25.

Pre-registration is required. To make reservations contact Karen Tennyson, dementia care specialist of Rock County, at 608-7413615.

(Continued from front page) who wouldn’t want to help promote delicious Wisconsin cheese?

• What else should dairy producers in your area know about you: I grew up on my family’s dairy farm and my love for dairy has flourished since. I’ve built a career in

Jail, pending an initial court appearance.

“Pursuant to the directive of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, as found in Supreme Court Rule 20:3.6, Trial Publicity, you are advised that a charge is merely an accusation and that a defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.”

marketing in the dairy industry, currently working as the Events Manager for GENEX Cooperative. Outside of my role there and at our farm, I enjoy showing Registered Holsteins, traveling, and volunteering my time with youth.

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Activity Assistant

The UW-Extension Green County office has an opening for a full-time Activity Assistant. Qualified candidates will possess an Associates Degree or three years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates should be proficient with Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, and strong written communication skills to assist educators in program development and support. Experience with program marketing and knowledge of 4-H is preferred. To access a complete job description and application, go to www.co.green.wi.gov. Applications are available in an online fillable format. Call 608-328-9440 for more information. Green County offers a competitive wage and benefit package. Applications must be completed by May 25.

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In March, calf Harper was born to mom Betsy, a Holstein breed. Harper is easily recognizable with her white coat and black spots. Holsteins are the most popular cow breed in the world. The Holstein cow originated from the Netherlands and was first imported to the United States in the 1850s. No two Holsteins cows (which can also have red and white spots) have the same spots!

Other animal moms at the zoo include African lioness Patty Sharptooth, and her two offspring Eloise and Amira; Japanese macaques Negai, Rikka, and Usagi; and southern three-banded armadillo Mona. Mona and her offspring, Mira, share a habitat with the prehensile-tailed porcupines in the Small Mammals building.

On Mother’s Day, the zoo is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. All mothers receive free admission, however regular parking, concessions, and daily attraction rates still apply.

For more information on Mother’s Day, sponsored by Peoples State Bank, please call the zoo’s Marketing and Communications Department at 414-256-5466.

Lena Townwide Garage Sales

302 N. CENTER Fri. & Sat. 8-5 New kids weight bench set, New 12” Princess bike, a lot of New name brand boy 4-6, girls 10-14, Yg women M-XL, shoes, coats, Dora Hot Wheels Jeep, microwave, double oven/stove, toys, books, puzzles, kitchenware, foot massager, holiday decor, household.

303 S. FREEDOM ST. by antique water tower Fri. 8-6 & Sat. 8-4 2 desks, child’s table/2 chairs, child’s wood cupboard, boys infant-14, girls 2-14, women’s all sizes, men’s M,L,XL, something for everyonepriced to sell.

308 FREMONT ST. Sat. 8-4 ONLY lots of brand new/gently worn clothing up to 4X, purses, bed linens, boxes of misc, furniture items & collectibles. Definitely something for everyone.

316 W. MAIN ST. @ LENA LEGION MULTI-FAMILY SALE Fri. 8-3 & Sat. 8-noon..Lots of kids clothing

en’s shoes, girls shoes-18mo, toddler up to sz 5, car seat, toys, high chair, kitchen items, Christmas, tent, treadmill, row machine.

514 W. FAIRWAY DR. Thur. Fri. & Sat. 8-? Girls clothes infant-10, toys, games, cookbooks, German stoneware collector mugs, Avon ‘Cape Cod’ collection, Little Tikes kitchen, table, chairs, canning jars, freezer containers, baby equip, New bathroom countertop-30”, misc. kitchen & decor.

518 W. FAIRWAY DR. HELP ME EMPTY THE GARAGE! May 1113, 9-? XL tops, girls 10-12, books, tea cups, dishes, crockery, bears, shoes, medicine cabinet, decor, vintage Pyrex Fire King, Blue Ridge pottery, kid activity packs, puzzles, coin purses, greeting cards, XL rings & much misc.

6318 N. LAKE RD. Fri. 10-5 & Sat. 9-5 Large household sale...Tools, furniture, clothes, shoes, coats, jewelry, purses, baby shower centerpieces, linens, giftware, NEW gift items for Mother’s day, vintage items, holiday decor, artwork, games & more.

702 VIRGINIA AVE. Fri. 8-2 & Sat. 8-noon Kids toys ages 3-7, vintage Star Wars toys, DVD’s, wall mounted desk, military gear & clothes, K-Tec restaurant grade smoothie blender $75, glassware, many other collectibles.

707 S. LOGAN ST May 12 & 13, 8-4. Plus size clothes, teen clothes, boys clothes, household and more.

728 S. SCHUYLER ST. Thur 12-6, Fri 8-5, Sat 8-3. LARGE MULTIFAMILY SALE Lots of infant, children & adult name brand clothing, baby items, shop supplies, household goods, decorations, CD’s DVD’s, jewelry, bedding, books, toys, antiques, collectibles, Hallmark & Precious Moments.

8275 W. MOUND RD. Fri. 9-5 & Sat. 9-3 Black walnut for baking, Wanda’s homemade cookies, enamelware, antique kerosene lamps, kitchen stuff, vacuum cleaner, craft items for gift giving!

205 CHESTNUT ST. Fri. & Sat.

8-? A literal mini Wal-Mart! Furniture, dishes, fishing-hunting-duck decoys-camping items, flower pots & stands, holiday, McCoy Pottery collection & salt & pepper, cargo hauler for receiver hitch & more!

208 HICKORY DR. Thur. 2-5, Fri.

– Boys sizes 2T - 10/12; Girls sizes 24mos. – 3T, toys, books, games, Men’s & Women’s name brand clothing, house décor, shoes, jewelry, Color Street, Epicure, & More.

535 N. FAIRWAY DR. Thur. 1-4, Fri. 8-4 & Sat. 8-noon Lots of men’s SM clothes, set of old golf clubs, puzzles, toys, some tools, crafting paper & a few sets of Stampin’ Up. Come see what we have!

709 LOGAN ST. Multi-Family Thur. 10-4, Fri. 8-6, Sat. 8-4 Home decor, wedding decor, women’s & men’s clothes, girl’s clothes up to 5T, baby items, formal dresses, antique doors, sport bags, luggage, toys, child drum set, printers, pitching net and so much more!

8539 W. MCCONNELL RD. WINSLOW Fri. & Sat. 9-5...Tools, antiques, fixture, lamps, furniture, Shop Vac, vintage clothes 10-12, dishes, glass cookware, yarn, fabrics, misc.

8707 W. DAMEIER RD. Fri. 10-7

ONLY. Working front load washer & dryer, lots of animal cages & many misc.

9752 W. RANGE RD. Sat. 10-4

8-4, Sat. 9-11

Embroidered dresser scarfs, milk glass & misc. dishes, tupperware, sewing & office items, jewelry armoire, plants & pots, books, golf & camera bags, fishing items and more.

209 WALNUT ST. Fri. 8-5 & Sat.

8-3 Oak dining table w/6 chairs, tan cloth rocker recliner, women’s clothing & lots of jeans, decor, too much to list. Merging 2 households, need to purge.

213 W RAILROAD ST. Fri. & Sat.

8-5 Women’s S-L clothing, 7 1/2-8 women’s shoes, purses, jewelrybelts-accessories, select household items, books, Christmas decor & lots of misc.

214 E. PROVOST ST. Fri. & Sat.

8-1 Boys clothes 7/8-10/12 winter/ summer, teen girl clothes, shoes, kitchen table set, microwave, boys toys, booster seats, home items.

228 E. PALM DR. ESTATE SALE Fri. & Sat. 8-4 Walk thru sale. Some items marked.

402 N. SCHUYLER Fri. 8-5, Sat. 8-noon Sony theater amp, NCIS Seasons 3 & 6, sleeping bags, dog beds, valances, Barbies, Stampin’ Up stamps, crystal mugs, games, kids toys, men’s pants 38x29, XXL shirts, women’s Lg tops, blue Mason jars, glassware, dishes, lots of misc. Come see us.

404 N. FREEDOM Fri. 8:30-5 & Sat. 8:30-1 CASH ONLY Farm shop tools/etc., vintage-trunkpump organ-Elvis puzzle-sugar bag-washboard-1970 Steph. Cty history-wood train, electric start snow blower, JD 1/16 tractor, household misc.

408 N. FREEDOM ST. Fri. 8:30-4 & Sat. 8:30-noon Toys-excellent selection & nice, girl clothes to 6T, girls shoes, lots of household, grillsWeber & charcoal. Low prices!

409 OAK ST FRI. & SAT. 8-4 too many items to mention-pet clothes, electronics, collectibles, shoes, sport equipment, tools.

436 N. FREEDOM ST. Fri. & Sat. 8-5 Tool chests, water pump, boat motors, canoe, log chains, 125gal. aquarium, men’s & women’s clothes, girls 18mo, men’s & wom-

546 W. FAIRWAY DR. Thur. 4:306:30, Fri. 8-2 Boy clothes 5-6, girls 6-7, household decor & kitchen items.

560 W. FAIRWAY DR. Thur. 8-5, Fri. 8-5, Sat. 8-noon Car seat, suitcases, 42” TV, traveling bassinet, pots & pans, house wares, utensils, spices, storage bins, pasta maker, men & women’s clothing L-2XL, printer, linens and more.

600 VIRGINIA AVE MULTI-FAMILY Thur. 3-6, Fri. 7-4 Dog kennels, riding lawn mower, wooden barn, highchair, purses, Harley-Davidson coat, holiday decor, men’s & women’s clothes, household, books, puzzles, lots of misc.

606 VIRGINIA AVE. Fri. 8-4 & Sat. 8-noon Small appliances, large chair & ottoman, holiday decor, Collector Barbie & Longaberger items, books, ladies clothing S-M, Minnkota Edge trolling motor, 1984 Mercedes, garden tractor parts & more!

621 N. QUAIL DR. Fri. & Sat. 8-?

Household decorating items, Longaberger baskets, Jr./womens clothing, furniture, Noritake Silk Garland china setting for 8.

717 MAPLE ST. FRIDAY ONLY 8-5 Boys clothes infant-10, girls clothes 4-6, king size bedding, toddler bedding, home decor, soccer cleats & more.

720 N FREEDOM ST. Fri. May 12, 8-4 & Sat, 8-noon Clothes for all ages, some furniture, lots of misc.

Donation ONLY. All money collected will be given to Lena Food Pantry and Lifeline Coalition (formerly known as Freeport Pregnancy Center). http://www.lenafreechurch.org

ONLY Girls clothes 4T-10/12, Boys clothes NB-24mo, womens SMXL, mens S-2X, home decor, toys, shoes, books.

STATELINE SOLAR 310 W. MAIN ST. Multiple people selling a variety of items. Baby & toddler clothes & toys, home goods, adult clothing, tools & more!

SUBMITTED PHOTOS Brodhead Independent Register

The Milwaukee County Zoo animals are ready to celebrate Mother’s Day with zoo-goers! Left: This is Brown Swiss cow Callie, born in January of this year. Right: Jersey cow Brandy was born to first-time mom Miley in October of last year.

DNR finds rare parasitic plant on the dunes near Lake Michigan

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced May 3 that a population of a rare parasitic plant was rediscovered on the dunes overlooking Lake Michigan in Manitowoc County.

A trained volunteer for the Rare Plant Monitoring Program spotted the clustered broomrape (Orobanche fasciculate), which has not been seen in over 44 years.

This discovery and others are featured in the Rare Plant Monitoring Program’s recently released 2022 Annual Report.

Almost 15% of Wisconsin’s 2,366 native plant species are considered rare, meaning they are listed as endangered, threat-

ened, or of special concern.

More than 50 trained volunteers from around the state submitted over 220 reports of rare plants in 2022, including 42 populations in areas of Wisconsin where they have not been documented before.

“These new discoveries are very exciting. They help increase our understanding of the number and locations of rare plant species in Wisconsin so we can better monitor and protect them,” said Kevin Doyle, DNR Natural Heritage Conservation Botanist and Rare Plant Monitoring Program Coordinator. “Volunteers also revisit known locations, another important part of the conservation

process. If we don’t check on these populations, we won’t know when they are in trouble.”

Since 2013, the DNR’s Rare Plant Monitoring Program has trained and sent volunteers to check on the health and size of rare native plant populations. The volunteer program is Wisconsin’s largest source of rare plant data and is unique in the Midwest for its breadth of surveys statewide.

Become a rare plant monitor

Rare Plant Monitoring Program volunteers are trained in surveying techniques, including how to accurately estimate

large plant populations, assess habitat conditions and use GPS coordinates to locate and mark rare plant populations. Plant identification training is not provided. Learn how you can begin volunteering on the Rare Plant Monitoring program webpage at wiatri.net/inventory/rareplants/volunteer/training.cfm.

A Rare Plant Monitoring Program volunteer on the dunes overlooking Lake Michigan in Manitowoc County rediscovered clustered broomrape, a rare parasitic plant that has not been seen in over 44 years.

ROBBIN MORAN Brodhead Independent Register

NOTICE TO CONTROL

NOXIOUS WEEDS

Notice is hereby given to each and every person who owns, occupies, or controls land in the following named towns and city, counties of Green and Rock, State of Wisconsin, to cut or destroy all Canada Thistle, field bindweed commonly known as “Creeping Jenny”, and leafy spurge on all lands occupied or controlled by you at such time and in such manner as shall effectively prevent them from bearing seed, or spreading to adjoining property as required by Section 66.0407 of the Wisconsin Statutes.

CITY OF BRODHEAD

TOWN OF DECATUR

TOWN OF SPRING GROVE

TOWN OF MAGNOLIA

TOWN OF AVON

TOWN OF SPRING VALLEY

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TOWN OF DECATUR

NOTICE OF OPEN BOOK

May 10, 2023

5:00PM to 7:00PM

Decatur Town Hall

1408 14th Street, Brodhead, WI 53520

All Property Owners in the Town of Decatur are invited to come and look at the assessment roll for 2023 at this time. You may contact the Town Assessor at: (920) 749-1995 or the Town Clerk at (608) 897-4965 if you have any questions.

Sandra K. McManus

Clerk/Treasurer

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STATE OF WISCONSIN

Village of Orfordville Rock County

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Review for the Village of Orfordville, Rock County, Wisconsin, shall hold its first meeting on May 31, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Village Hall at 303 E. Beloit Street, Orfordville, WI 53576.

Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review and procedural requirements if appearing before the board:

1. No person will be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone, or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of the assessor to enter onto property to conduct an exterior view of such property being assessed.

2. After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Board’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact or provide information to a member of the Board about the person’s objection, except at a session of the Board. Open book shall occur no less than 7 days prior to the Board of Review.

3. The Board of Review may not hear an objection to the amount or valuation of property unless, at least 48 hours before the board’s first scheduled meeting, the objector provides to the Board’s clerk written or oral notice of an intent to file an objection, except that upon a showing of good cause and the submission of a written objection, the Board shall waive that requirement during the first 2 hours of the Board’s first scheduled meeting, and the Board may waive that requirement up to the end of the 5th day of the session or up to the end of the final day of the session if the session is less than 5 days with proof of extraordinary circumstances for failure to meet the 48-hour notice requirement and failure to appear before the Board of Review during the first 2 hours of the first scheduled meeting.

4. Objections to the amount or valuation of property shall first be made in writing and filed with the clerk of the Board of

Review within the first 2 hours of the Board’s first scheduled meeting, except that, upon evidence of extraordinary circumstances, the Board may waive that requirement up to the end of the 5th day of the session or up to the end of the final day of the session if the session is less than 5 days. The Board may require objections to the amount or valuation of property to be submitted on forms approved by the Department of Revenue, and the Board shall require that any forms include stated valuations of the property in question. Persons who own land and improvements to that land may object to the aggregate valuation of that land and improvements to that land, but no person who owns land and improvements to that land may object only to the valuation of that land or only to the valuation of improvements to that land. No person may be allowed in any action or proceedings to question the amount or valuation of property unless the written objection has been filed and that person in good faith presented evidence to the Board in support of the objections and made full disclosure before the Board, under oath, of all of that person’s property liable to assessment in the district and the value of that property. The requirement that objections be in writing may be waived by express action of the board.

5. When appearing before the Board of Review, the objecting person shall specify in writing the person’s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate.

6. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone, or object to a valuation if that valuation was made by the assessor or the objector using the income method of valuation, unless no later than 7 days before the first meeting of the Board of Review the person supplies the assessor with all the information about income and expenses, as specified in the assessor’s manual under s 73.03 (2a), Wis. stats., that the assessor requests. The Village of Orfordville has an ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the assessor under this paragraph that provides exceptions for persons using information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or the duties of their officer or by order of a court. The information that is provided under this paragraph, unless a court determines before the first meeting of the board of review that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under s. 19.35 (1), Wis. Stats.

7. The Board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or disabled persons who present to the Board a letter from a physician, surgeon, or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability. No other persons may testify by telephone unless the Board, in its discretion, has determined to grant a property owner’s or their representative’s request to testify under oath by telephone or written statement.

8. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone, or contest the amount of any assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the board, or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed under s.70.47 (3) (a), Wis. stats., that person provides to the clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for the removal of a member of the Board of Review and, if so, which member, and provides a reasonable estimate of the length of time the hearing will take.

Notice is hereby given this 1st day of May, 2023.

Sherri Waege Village Clerk

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TOWN OF DECATUR NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that application has been received by the Town Clerk, Town of Decatur, County of Green, State of Wisconsin, for So. Wisconsin Land Conservancy, Inc. (Three Waters Reserve) Steven I. Apfelbaum, Agent; for a “Class B” Beer and Liquor License for So. Wisconsin Land Conservancy, Inc. (Three Waters Reserve) located at N3941 Golf Course Road, Brodhead, WI, for a period from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024.

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TOWN OF DECATUR NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that application has been received by the Town Clerk, Town of Decatur, County of Green, State of Wisconsin, for a Class “B” Beer License for Professional Property Management, Richard C. Josephson for Sweet Minihaha Campground, located at N4697 County E, Brodhead, WI, for a period from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024.

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TOWN OF DECATUR NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that application has been received by the Town Clerk, Town of Decatur, County of Green, State of Wisconsin, for a Class “B” Beer & Liquor License for James E. Hanly, Crazy Horse Campground, located at N3201 Crazy Horse Lane, Brodhead, WI, for a period from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024.

Sandra K. McManus Clerk/Treasurer

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VILLAGE OF ORFORDVILLE

Notice of Open Book

Open book for the Village of Orfordville will be held on Monday, May 22, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Open book is the opportunity to discuss your assessed value with the village assessor in an informal setting. Open Book will be done over the phone. Please call the Assessor at 920-749-1995 to participate in Open Book. Board of Review will be held on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Village Hall at 303 E. Beloit Street.

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT GREEN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ANGELA J. SMITH

Deceased

Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration)

Case No. 2023 PR 032

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:

1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth December 25, 1965 and date of death February 7, 2022, was domiciled in Green County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of W593 County Road E, Brodhead, WI 53520.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is August 4, 2023.

5. A claim may be filed at the Green County Courthouse, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin Probate Office

Electronically signed by Thomas J. Vale Circuit Court Judge April 26, 2023

Attorney Meghan M. Teigen 2924 Marketplace Drive, Suite 102 Fitchburg, WI 53719 608-273-8609 Bar Number 1085726

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NOTICE OF OPEN BOOK and BOARD OF REVIEW

TOWN OF SPRING GROVE

Notice is hereby given that the Town of Spring Grove will have OPEN BOOK for assessment review on Wednesday May 17, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Please call the assessor during their regular business hours (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM) to set-up an appointment or if you have questions. The phone number is 920-749-1995

Open book is the opportunity to discuss your property’s assessed value with the town assessor at an informal setting.

BOARD OF REVIEW will be held on Thursday, June 1, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Spring Grove Town Hall, N2475 Hwy GG, Brodhead, WI. Objections forms must be completed to appear before the Board of Review; appointments are requested. Please contact Deb Cline, Clerk at 608-5584787 for more information.

Deb Cline, Clerk

no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact or provide information to a member of the Board about the person’s objection, except at a session of the Board. Open book shall occur no less than 7 days prior to the Board of Review.

3. The Board of Review may not hear an objection to the amount of valuation of property unless, at least 48 hours before the Board’s first scheduled meeting, the objector provides to the Board’s clerk written or oral notice of an intent to file an objection, except that upon a showing of good cause and the submission of a written objection, the Board shall waive that requirement during the first 2 hours of the Board’s first scheduled meeting, and the Board may waive that requirement up to the end of the 5th day of the session or up to the end of the final day of the session if the session is less than 5 days with proof of extraordinary circumstances for failure to meet the 48-hour notice requirement and failure to appear before the Board of Review during the first 2 hours of the first scheduled meeting.

4. Objections to the amount or valuation of property shall first be made in writing and filed with the clerk of the Board of Review within the first 2 hours of the Board’s first scheduled meeting, except that upon evidence of extraordinary circumstances, the Board may waive that requirement up to the end of the 5th day of the session or up to the end of the final day of the session if the session is less than 5 days. The Board may require objections to the amount or valuation of property to be submitted on forms approved by the Department of Revenue, and the Board shall require that any forms include stated valuations of the property in question. Persons who own land and improvements to that land may object to the aggregate valuation of that land and improvements to that land, but no person who owns land and improvements to that land may object only to the valuation of that land or only to the valuation of improvements to that land. No person may be allowed in any action or proceedings to question the amount or valuation of property unless the written objection has been filed and that person in good faith presented evidence to the Board in support of the objections and made full disclosure before the Board, under oath, of all that person’s property liable to assessment in the district and the value of that property. The requirement that objections be in writing may be waived by express action of the Board.

abled persons who present to the Board a letter from a physician, surgeon, or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability. No other persons may testify by telephone unless the Board, in its discretion, has determined to grant a property owner’s or their representative’s request to testify under oath by telephone or written statement.

8. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or contest the amount of any assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the Board, or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed under s. 70.47(3)(a), Wis. Stats., that person provides to the Clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for the removal of a member of the Board of Review and, if so, which member, and provides a reasonable estimate of the length of time the hearing will take.

Notice is hereby given this 10th day of May, 2023.

Sandra K. McManua Clerk/Treasurer

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TOWN OF DECATUR REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING

MONDAY, MAY 15, 2023 –6:00pm DECATUR TOWN HALL, 1408 -14th Street, Brodhead, WI 53520

MEETING AGENDA

1. Call to Order

2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag

3. Additions/Corrections to the Agenda

4. Approval of Minutes

5. Treasurer’s Report

6. Payment of Bills

7. Citizen Concerns

8. Kamps Variance Request

Sherri

Waege Village Clerk

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AGENDA

BRODHEAD SCHOOL DISTRICT FACILITY PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING

Monday, May 15, 2023

HIGH SCHOOL LMC 2501 West 5th Avenue, Brodhead, WI 6:30 P.M.

JOIN WITH GOOGLE MEET: https://meet.google.com/ oiv-jiji-thn

JOIN BY TELEPHONE: +1 727-325-2066 (PIN: 996403637)

AGENDA

I. INTRODUCTIONS

II. PRESENTATION OF FINANCIAL AND FUNDING OPTIONS FOR DISTRICT PRIORITIZED

PROJECTS

III. ADJOURN

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NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW

TOWN OF DECATUR, GREEN COUNTY, WISCONSIN

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Review for the Town of Decatur, Green County, Wisconsin, shall hold its first meeting on Thursday, May 25, 2023 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at the Town of Decatur Town Hall, located at 1408-14th Street in the City of Brodhead, Wisconsin.

Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review and procedural requirements under state law (s.70.47(2), Wis. Stats.) if appearing before the Board.

1. No person will be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone, or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of the assessor to enter onto property to conduct an exterior view of such property being assessed.

2. After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Board’s final adjournment,

5. When appearing before the Board of Review, the objecting person shall specify in writing the person’s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate.

6. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone, or object to a valuation if that valuation was made by the assessor or the objector using the income method of valuation, unless no later than 7 days before the first meeting of the Board of Review the person supplies the assessor with all the information about income and expenses, as specified in the assessor’s manual under 73.03(2a), Wis. Stats., that the assessor requests. The Town of Decatur has an Ordinance for the Confidentiality of Information about Income and Expenses that is provided to the assessor under this paragraph that provides exceptions for persons using information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or the duties of their officer or by order of a court. The information that is provided under this paragraph, unless a court determines before the first meeting of the Board of Review that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under s. 19.35(1), Wis. Stats.

7. The Board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or dis-

9. Approval of Liquor Licenses, Cigarette Licenses, and Operator’s Licenses for 2023-2024 a Class “B” Beer – Professional Property Maintenance, LLC (Sweet Minihaha Campground) Richard C. Josephson, Agent i Cigarette License –Professional Property Maintenance ii Operator’s Licenses: Lisa Josepheson, Heather Chojnacki, b Class “B” Beer and “Class B” Liquor – So. Wisconsin Land Conservancy (Three Waters Reserve) Steven Apfelbaum, Agent i Operator’s License –John Marks c Class “B Beer” and “Class B” Liquor – Crazy Horse Campground, James Hanly Agent i Cigarette License – Crazy Horse Campground ii Operator’s Licenses: Rachel Parker, Barbara M. Clark, Roxanne Hanly, Autumn Stratton

10. Shared Roadwork Agreement with Sylvester Township

11. Approve Tree Removal Estimates

12. Approve Road Work Estimates

13. Approve Increase for Gap Cemetery

14. Appointment of Ann Schwartz Deputy Clerk/Treasurer

15. Roadwork

16. Fire District/EMS Update

17. Sharing of Information/ Correspondence

18. Future Agenda Items

19. Set Dates for Future Meetings

20. Consider motion to convene in Closed Session pursuant to Wis. Stat. Sec 19.85 (1) (c) to discuss employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation of a Town employee.

21. Reconvene to Open Session

22. Discussion and Possible Action, if any, on matters discussed in Closed Session

23. Adjournment Ann L. Schwartz Deputy Clerk/Treasurer

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ADVERTISING SALES EXECUTIVE

Rock Valley Publishing , your hometown newspapers serving the stateline has an opening for an experienced Media Sales Representative to call on current and new accounts in a protected sales territory.

Growing area with many new businesses, this is a great opportunity for the right applicant. We publish newspapers, shoppers and niche publications throughout the stateline. You have the opportunity to sell into all Rock Valley Publishing. L.L.C. publications, making your paycheck much larger!

For immediate consideration send resume/job history to:

Vicki Vanderwerff, Director of Advertising

Email: vicki@southernlakesnewspapers.com

Fax: (262) 725-6844

Misc Services

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ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 15% off Entire Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855948-3442

PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a GENERAC home standby generator $0 Money Down + Low Monthly Payment Options Request a FREE Quote. Call now before the next power outage: 1-888-355-6955

Tree Service

HAILE TREE SERVICE licensed and insured, aerial bucket and stump removal. 24 hr. emergency service. 608-879-9014

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For details on placing your Help Wanted ad in our Classified Section Call 608-897-2193

Announcements

CLASSIFIED IN-COLUMN ADS cannot be credited or refunded after the ad has been placed. Ads canceled before deadline will be removed from the paper as a service to our customers, but no credit or refund will be issued to your account.

DISCLAIMER NOTICE This publication does not knowingly accept fraudulent or deceptive advertising. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all ads, especially those asking for money in advance.

Notice

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PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familiar/ status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-900-669-9777. The toll-free tele phone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

Apartments

46th ANNUAL AUTO PARTS SWAP MEET/CAR SHOW! April 28-30, Jefferson Co. Fair Park, Jefferson, WI. 3-Day Swap Meet/ Car Corral! SHOW CARS SAT/ SUN-ONLY! Adm:$15 Fri / Sat & $10 Sun. -No Pets. Hours: FRI 10AM-6PM, SAT/SUN 6AM-3PM . Demo Derby Noon Sunday. 608244-8416 madisonclassics.com

Recreation

15’ SAILBOAT, 20’ SAIL & MAST 2 people, Chrysler, red & white. $1000. 608-365-6936.

Sporting Goods

GUN SHOW at the Slice Arena, 1632 4th Ave. West, Monroe, WI May 12 & 13, Fri. 3 pm - 8 pm, Sat. 8 am - 4 pm. For info call 608-426-0113.

GUN SHOW: May 19 & 20, 2023, Badger Military Collectible & Military Firearms Show Waukesha Expo, 1000 Northview RD. Waukesha, WI. Fri 3-8pm, Sat 9am-4pm, $10 (Under 14 FREE) Buy/Sell, 608-752-6677 www.bobandrocco.com

Automobiles

2007 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 for sale. 230,500 miles. 4WD Remote start. Clean. $9,000.00 FIRM. 262-203-6552.

2008 CONVERTIBLE HARD TOP Chrysler Sebring. Mint cond, one owner, 50,000 mi. $9,000 815-494-0938.

Boats

14 FT. FISHING BOAT Trailer, small engine, 3 seats. $500 OBO 414-940-4624.

1973 25’ CHRISCRAFT CABIN CRUISER V8, old tandem trailer. $800 OBO 847-497-3692

1989 BAYLINER With Cuddy Cabin, nice interior, 125hp Force, newer tires on trailer, not running. Make an offer. 773-213-4834.

Motorcycles

2002 Honda VTX1800R 1 owner, well maintained, Candy Apple red, $5k. 815-369-4295

2005 SUZUKI BERGMAN 400 Very good condition, 38,000 mi, $2.500 262-379-0548.

2006 HARLEY CLASSIC FLHTCI 11k miles, Red-black, X-tras, $10,000. Call 262-475-2075.

2010 HARLEY DAVIDSON Heritage softail classic, 32k, metallic flake merlot color, $9500 firm. 815-947-2895.

2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON STREET Guide Special. Too many extras to list. Full size OEM color matched King Tour-Pak, charcoal Pearl color. LED headlight, CFR exhaust Slip-On’s. additional chrome, removable driver’s backrest. Mint cond, 8400 mi, New battery. Always covered & stored in heated garage. $16,500. 815-979-6049

92 HONDA 750 NIGHTHAWK 52,000 MILES. $1500. (414) 6884008

Trucks & Trailers

2005 FORD F150 STX 2 WD, 140,000 mi., 6 1/2’ bed, runs great, good tires, new exhaust. $5,000. Call 815-985-7202.

• Sheriff’s Office

Staff and Command.

He previously served on the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team as an Assistant Commander.

• Joshua Lund was promoted to Captain on May 8 and assigned to the Patrol Bureau.

Lund was hired as a Deputy Sheriff in February 2000. He was promoted to Sergeant on Oct. 14, 2005.

He received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Lund also graduated from the School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) at Northwestern University.

He is a member of the Rock County Sheriff’s Office Recreational Safety Team, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team, Project Lifesaver, and Honor Guard.

He also served as the Rock County Deputy Sheriff’s Supervisors Association Vice President and on the School Safety Initiative Committee.

• Christopher Krahn was promoted to Captain on May 9 and assigned to the Court Services Bureau.

Krahn was hired on Feb. 12, 2007, as a Correctional Officer. He was hired as a Deputy Sheriff on May 29, 2011. He was promoted to Sergeant on Oct. 27, 2019,

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have been assigned to the Training Bureau and most recently to the Patrol Bureau-Second Shift.

Krahn earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology/Criminal Justice from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater on May 22, 2008.

Krahn received First Line Supervisor Training from WI Department of Justice. He also graduated from the School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) from Northwestern University. He is Commander of the Rescue Team, Leader of the Community Engagement Team and Recreational Enforcement Team Supervisor.

• Bradley London was promoted to Sergeant on May 8 and assigned to the Correctional Services Division-Jail Third Shift.

London was hired as a Correctional Officer on Jan. 13, 2011. He was hired as a Deputy Sheriff on Jan. 21, 2013 and assigned to the Patrol Bureau.

London earned a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Criminal Justice and minors in History and Sociology at Loras College in December 2009.

London has served as a Patrol Training Officer (PTO), a member of the Building Committee and the Domestic Violence Intervention (DVI) Team.

• Erik Albeck was promoted to Sergeant on May 9 and assigned to the Patrol Bureau-Second Shift. Albeck is partnered with K-9

Jax.

Albeck was hired on Feb. 27, 2017, as a Correctional Officer. He was hired as a Deputy Sheriff on Jan. 6, 2018. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Psychology at the University of Sioux Falls. Albeck is a member of the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team, Crime Prevention Team and an advisor for the Police Cadet Program.

• Ross Wenger was promoted to Detective on April 24. He began working at the Rock County Sheriff’s Office on Oct. 31, 2012, as a Correctional Officer.

He was hired as a Deputy Sheriff on Jan. 1, 2014, and assigned to the Patrol Bureau. He most recently worked in the Special Investigations Unit.

Wenger is a member of the Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Team and the Crime Prevention Team.

Retirements

• Douglas Coulter retired from the Sheriff’s Office on May 5. He held the rank of Captain assigned to the Court Service Bureau.

Coulter was hired on June 13, 1990, as a Correctional Officer. He was hired at the rank of Deputy Sheriff in June 1994. He was promoted to Sergeant in December 2010 and later promoted to Captain on Nov. 2, 2020.

Coulter will retire after over 32 years of service.

Rock County Sheriff’s office appreciates Coulter’s dedication to the Sheriff’s Office!

• Jacqueline Gerber will retire from the Sheriff’s Office on June 2, 2023, as a Correctional Officer. She was hired on Feb. 23, 1989.

Gerber obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Mental Health and Sociology from Lakeland University.

Gerber will retire after serving 34 years of service with the Rock County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office commends Gerber for her

many years of service.

• Sherry Jackson will retire from the Sheriff’s Office on July 5, 2023.

She was hired on June 6, 2005 as a Clerk Typist III. Her position was later reclassified to Administrative Assistant.

Jackson was assigned to the Front Office of the Sheriff’s Office throughout her 18 years of service. The Sheriff’s office thanks Jackson for her commitment.

• Craig Strouse will retire from the Sheriff’s Office on July 5 as Chief Deputy after serving over 29 years with the Rock County Sheriff’s Office. He was hired on Feb. 11, 1994, as a Correctional Officer. He was hired at the rank of Deputy Sheriff in

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15 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Janesville Masonic Center, 2322 E. Milwaukee St.; Thursday, May 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., PremierBank, 1400 Black Bridge Road; Monday, May 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hedberg Public Library, 316 S Main St.; Thursday, May 25 from 1 to 6 p.m., Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr.; and Friday, May 26 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., YMCA of Northern Rock County, 221 Dodge St.

• Milton: Friday, May 26 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., St Mary’s Center, 837 Parkview Dr.

• Orfordville: Wednesday, May 31 from 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., American Legion, 3913 S. State Rd. 213

How to donate blood

To make an appointment, simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood. org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also

June 1997 and assigned to the Patrol Bureau.

Strouse was promoted to Detective in March 2003, where he also served as the agency Arson Investigator.

In March of 2007, he was promoted to Sergeant, working within the Jail, Patrol Bureau, Bureau of Identification and Special Investigations Unit.

He was promoted to Captain in December 2010 and assigned to the Correctional Service Division serving as the Assistant Jail Administrator.

Strouse was promoted to Commander of the Correctional Services Division in January 2019. He was promoted to Chief Deputy on Oct. 27, 2019.

Throughout his many years at the Sheriff’s Office, he has served in many capacities, been involved on many committees and received numerous letters of commendations and awards. The Sheriff’s Office is grateful for his service of over 29 years.

have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

About the American Red Cross

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

PUBLIC AUCTION

50W345 Rt. 64, Maple Park, IL 60151

Sunday, May 21 • 9 A.M. • Lunch Available

DIRECTIONS: North of Maple Park on County Line Rd 5 miles to Rt. 64, then east ½ mile to sale site. Watch for signs. *** Online internet bidding beginning at noon on larger equipment *** TRUCK – FORKLIFT – TRAILERS – JET SKIS: 2002 IH Durastar 4400, DT 466 diesel engine, Eaton Fuller 6 sp., 11R-22.5 tires, 69,633 miles, with Warren 16’ landscape dump body, with flip down sides; Yale GLC050VX Veracitor Forklift, 4800 lbs., 3 stage mast, propane, side-shift, cushion tires, 48” forks; 2004 Winston 7 ½’ x 22’ with 5 ½’ dove tail, Flatbed Trailer, ramps, LT225/75R-16 tires; Cargo Express 8’x20’ enclosed trailer; 8’x 20’ enclosed trailer; (2) 1998 Kawasaki 1100 ZXi Jet Skis with Shoreland’r PWC trailer.

EQUIPMENT- PLUMBING & SHOP EQUIPMENT - PLUMBING SUPPLIES: Quick-Shot 4” and 6” unit, Quick-Lining System; Furukaw F6FSP Hammer Breaker, hyd.; Miller TrailBlazer 302 portable welder generator, CC/CV, AC/DC welder, 11,000 watt generator, 92 hrs., with cables; Skyjack SJ111 3200 Scissor Lift, electric, upper control box; Wanco DS-A1-50 Arrow Board Sign; Core Cut CC1800XL push concrete saw; Swisher Predator 24” self-propelled gas lawn mower; JD 190c automatic lawn mower, 54” deck; Wacker Newson BS50-21 Vibratory Rammer; Dewalt D25980 pavement breaker; Milwaukee heavy duty breaker hammer; Rigid Kollman KJ-3100 water jetter, 16hp with hose reel; Rigid RP 241 cordless press tool kit; Rigid ProPress XL-C ring kit, 2-1/2” to 4”, V2 ring actuator with case; Rigid press snap soil pipe cutter; Rigid Mega Press fitting system; Rigid HC-300, 3” hole cutting tool; Rigid 122XL copper cutting, prep machine; General Hot-Shot 400 pipe thawing machine; Conac-Couplox Port-A-Groover; Rigid model 300 pipe threading machine; Rigid 918 roll groover; Wacker WP 1550 Compactor; Rigid K-400 drain cleaning snake auger; (2) pallet jacks; Metrotech 9860 XT utility line locator; MSA Orion mulit gas detector; Spectra Precision LL300 laser; Bosch Professional GRL 240 laser; (2) Rigid RP 330 press fitting system; Rigid Seek Tech SR-20, pipe, cable and sonde locator; Bluche electric pipe cutter; (2) Rigid Kollman seesnake camera reels with color; Rigid HC-300, 3” hole cutting tool; McElroy 2LC and Pitbull 14 fusion machine; Rigid Kollan K-1500B drain cleaning machine; Rigid 300-T2 pipe threader; (2) Stihl TS 420 cement saws; Milwaukee heavy duty 1.5” rotary hammer with bits; Milwaukee AVS hammer drill; Generac IQ 2000 generator; Rigid K-400 drum machine; Rigid CM 14500 table saw; Dewalt DW 705 miter saw with Rigid stand.

POWER TOOLS: Rigid, Dewalt, Milwaukee, Bosch. Dewalt DW 705 miter saw with Rigid MS-UV portable stand; Misc. shoring jacks and boards; Westword 12sp., 20” drill press; Lincoln AC 225 arc welder; propane heater; Werner ladders; Fimco 25 gal. sprayer; torch cart; no lead brass fittings, various sizes; Blucher stainless steel drainpipe fittings; misc. water main fittings; fire suppression fittings; tapping saddles, various sizes; couplings for water mains, various sizes; stainless steel water main repair bands; Fernco non shear couplings; large selection of PVC fittings; copper tubing and fittings; misc. T bolts; hand tools and pipe benders.

— Liz Esposito • Owner —

TERMS: Cash, check, Visa/MC, 4% convenience fee for credit card use. Number system will be used. Have proper ID. Not responsible for accidents or merchandise after sold. Statements made on sale day by auctioneers or owners take precedence over all printed matter. All items are sold as-is, where-is.

AUCTIONEERS: Mike Espe 630-669-2667, Chris Wegener 815-451-2820, and Joel Prestegaard 815-761-7426 44W 470 Rowe Road, Elburn, IL 630-365-9838 • www.espeauctions.com