All About Allouez Guide 2023

2023 Brush / Bulk Collection Schedule

Waste must be out to the curb by 6 a.m. on your garbage day for pick-up, but no sooner than 6 p.m. the day before.

Christmas tree pick up is during brush week.

Bulk Pick-Up Brush Pick-Up

Bulk waste is defined by the Village as "miscellaneous waste material of such size as is not normally collected with garbage, including but not limited to furniture, plumbing fixtures, manufactured-processed wood or wood by-products, and small amounts of concrete waste not exceeding a five-gallon bucket in volume." Bulk does not include appliances, electronics, gas powered equipment, or cardboard.

Brush is defined by the Village as "trimmings/woody material from shrubs, trees, and stalks from garden plants (e.g., rosebush and bamboo)". Brush does not include tree roots, root balls, yard waste, leaves, or grass.

Spring / Fall Clean-Up

Spring / Fall Clean-Up is the collection of leaves and yard waste which is defined by the Village as "all materials originating in the yard and garden which are capable of natural decomposition (e.g. leaves, plants, flowers, etc.)". Grass is not permitted. There is no brush or bulk collected in April or November during spring and fall clean-up.

The last day to put leaves/yard waste to the curb for pick-up.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Allouez Village Hall Fire Department

1900 Libal Street 135 Dauphin Street Green Bay, WI 54301 Green Bay, WI 54301 www.villageofallouezwi.gov (920) 448-3280

(920) 448-2800 (920) 448-2850 (fax)

Regular Office Hours:

Monday—Thursday 7am—4:30pm Friday 7am—11am

Brown County Sheriff’s Department: Non-emergency (920) 391-7450, Emergency 911

DROP BOXES

The Village has 2 secure drop boxes installed outside Allouez Village Hall (1 North East end of the parking lot and 1 near the entrance doors of the building). We encourage individuals to use the boxes for water bill payments, dog licenses, court payments and permits. Drop boxes are checked at least once a day.

ELECTED OFFICIALS

Jim Rafter President - term expires April 2025

Jim Genrich Trustee - term expires April 2023

Sarah Deutsch Trustee - term expires April 2024

Lynn Green Trustee - term expires April 2024

Rob Atwood Trustee - term expires April 2024

Matthew Harris Trustee - term expires April 2023

Christopher Sampson Trustee - term expires April 2023

Judge Bob Municipal Judge - term exp. April 2025

Brad

Jim.Rafter@villageofallouezwi.gov 920-819-7652

Jim.Genrich@villageofallouezwi.gov 920-544-0021

Sarah.Deutsch@villageofallouezwi.gov 920-328-5629

Lynn.Green@villageofallouezwi.gov 920-435-1772

Rob.Atwood@villageofallouezwi.gov 920-360-9898

Matthew.Harris@villageofallouezwi.gov 920-983-8295

Christopher.Sampson@villageofallouezwi.gov 920-606-2081

judge.bob@villageofallouezwi.gov 920-448-2800 ext 105

STAFF MEMBERS

Brad.Lange@villageofallouezwi.gov 920-448-2800 ext 106

Carrie.Zittlow@villageofallouezwi.gov 920-448-2800 ext 111

CONTRACTED STAFF MEMBERS

GENERAL INFORMATION

ANNOUNCEMENTS: DEAR ALLOUEZNIANS,

The Village of Allouez has many ways to stay up-to-date on all things Allouez throughout the year:

MONTHLY ALLOUEZ BUZZ

E-NEWSLETTER:

Yes, that is the formal designation for those who live, work, and play in the great Village of Allouez!

2022 was a great year for Allouez, as life began returning to normal. Once again, we were able to gather at and support our local businesses, and we returned to a life where we greeted our neighbors on the street and spent time catching up.

2022 was also a year where the Village Staff, Village Board and our Volunteer Committee Members worked hard to continue the tradition of providing excellent services to you.

Please send Village of Allouez pictures to recreation@ villageofallouezwi.gov anytime during the year!

Social Media: The Village is constantly updating its Facebook followers on all things local.

Village Website: The Village website is a great place to answer all your questions; from spring/fall clean-up to recreation programming, the Village website has all of the information you are looking for. www.villageofallouezwi.gov

Visit our website: www.villageofallouezwi.gov to sign-up and receive the monthly e-newsletter. www.facebook.com/ Villageofallouez

Speaking of Volunteer Committees, participating as a member of a village committee is a great way to get to know more about your community and to share your talents to help Allouez continue to be a popular community for families, of all shapes and sizes, call home. There is probably a committee that your skills or interests would match. Our volunteer opportunities include: Economic Development, Historic Preservation, Parks Recreation and Forestry, Plan Commission, and more. If you have an interest in learning more about how you can be involved in your community, please contact our Village Clerk at 920-448-2800. 2023 is gearing up to be a very exciting year for Allouez. To stay up to date on all of the important and exciting happenings around our village, be sure to register for our village email updates, visit https://www.villageofallouezwi.gov/contact .

Allouez is a very special place to live and work, thanks to the people who choose to purchase a home or open a business. Thank you for helping to make Allouez a special place for us all.

Jim Rafter President Village of Allouez

COMMITTEES, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

ADD YOUR VOICE, CREATE A VISION

Public involvement is an important and valued part of local government. You can make a difference by becoming a volunteer member of a Village committee, board or commission. Get involved and play an active roll.

COMMITTEES

• Parks, Recreation & Forestry Committee: Responsible for making recommendations on the park budget and other Park and Recreation issues. (Meets 4th Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m.)

• Economic Development Committee: Act as an advisory committee to the Village Board and staff for the continual improvement of the business climate in Allouez, consistent with the existing residential character of the community. Primary focus is placed on business retention, business expansion, business recruitment, & business networking opportunities. (Meets 1st Friday of the month at 8:00 a.m.)

• Historic Preservation Committee: Work closely with the Historic Allouez Society and the newly formed Brown County Trust for Historical Preservation to jointly work on promoting awareness, education, and protection of our history. (Meets quarterly at 6:00 p.m. on 4th Wednesday- January, April, July & October)

• Public Works Committee: Provide oversight of the public works annual budget and funding for capital projects, input to operations services and long-range planning, and such other matters as requested by the Village Board. (Meets monthly at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday following 1st Village Board Meeting)

BOARDS

• Board of Appeals: Responsible for granting or denying special exceptions to the zoning code. (Meets 2nd Monday of each month at 5:15 p.m. if petitions are filed)

• Board of Review: Responsible for making decisions on property assessment. (Meets once a year)

• Board of Ethics: Responsible for reviewing any ethics complaints filed and reviewing the Village’s Ethics Code. (Meets once a year & as needed basis)

COMMISSIONS

Plan Commission: Responsible for review of plats, changes in zoning ordinances and recommendations on zoning requests. (Meets 4th Monday each month at 6:00 p.m.)

Interested in joining? Application can be found on the village website. For additional information, please contact the Clerk’s office. Thank you to all of our Committee, Board, and Commission volunteers for your hard work and dedication to better the Village of Allouez.

Interested in Serving on a Committee?

**Vacancies and an application can be found on our website at www.villageofallouezwi.gov for more information, please contact Carrie Zittlow at 920-448-2800 ext. 111 or Carrie.Zittlow@ villageofallouezwi.gov

AGENDAS, MINUTES, & AUDIO

Not able to attend, but would like to know what happened at the meeting? The audio recordings of meetings are normally posted the day after the meeting on the Village website.

Thank you to all our Committee, Board, and Commission Volunteers for your hard work and dedication to better the Village of Allouez.

ELECTIONS AND PROPERTY INFORMATION

2023 ELECTIONS

Spring Primary - Tuesday, February 21

Spring Election - Tuesday, April 4

Allouez has two polling places open 7 a.m.-8 p.m. on Election Day: Wards 1&2

Allouez Village Hall .................................... 1900 Libal Street Wards 3&4

Allouez Village Hall .................................... 1900 Libal Street Wards 5&6

Green Isle Park Pavilion .............................900 Greene Ave Wards 7&8

Green Isle Park Pavilion .............................900 Greene Ave

For information about voter registration, absentee voting, or signing up to work at the polls, please contact the Clerks office.

To register, request an absentee ballot, polling location information and voting history. Visit myvote.wi.gov.

The Village of Allouez encourages all citizens to vote and to become involved in the election process. One of the most rewarding ways to contribute is to serve your community as an Election Inspector (Poll Worker) and ensure that every election is conducted in a manner that is fair, transparent and accessible to all. Contact the Clerk’s office at 920-448-2800 or visit myvote.wi.gov to sign up!

ASSESSOR:

Fair Market Assessments

2555 Continental Court Green Bay, WI 54311

Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Office: (920) 468-9698 Email: assessor@new.rr.com

VILLAGE UPDATES & ORGANIZATIONS

ALLOUEZ BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

For more information about the Allouez Business Association:

THE ALLOUEZ BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE (ABC )

For more information about the Allouez Beautification Commitee:

HISTORIC ALLOUEZ SOCIETY

For more information or how you can get involved in the Historic Allouez Society:

FRIENDS OF THE FOX RIVER TRAIL

For more information or how you can donate:

PUBLIC SAFETY

ALLOUEZ MUNICIPAL COURT

The Allouez Municipal Court convenes at 1:00 p.m. on the third and fourth Wednesday of each month to adjudicate traffic and ordinance violations alleged within the Village. The Court processes approximately 1,500 violations annually and nearly 1,000 follow up actions concerning driver license status, vehicle registration, and forfeiture collection. Through the imposition of monetary civil forfeitures, the Court generates revenues annually, serving as a deterrent, ensuring the safety and welfare of Allouez Citizens. Infractions that are processed range from traffic and zoning violations, to offenses against public peace, safety and welfare.

Judge Bob presides over all court matters. He is assisted by Sherry, Municipal Court Clerk. To contact the court call 920-448-2800 ext. 105. Court office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 8:00 am-3:30 pm.

HANDICAP PARKING

Handicap parking violators will be ticketed $200.00 for parking in a handicap spot without the proper identification displayed.

PARKING RULES IN VILLAGE OF ALLOUEZ

ON STREET PARKING:

- No parking November 1-March 31 (2am-6am)

No street parking on your schedule day of garbage pick up. April 1-November 15 (6am-4pm)

Street parking ban due to general street cleaning. These parking bans are STRICTLY ENFORCED; No Warnings Given.

Violators will be ticketed $20.00 and have five days to pay the fine. If the fine is not paid within five days, the fine increases to $30.00. After 11 days the fine will increase to $40.00. After 30 days, the fine is $55.00 and a suspension of your plates and registration will be issued & sent to the D.O.T.

POLICE SERVICES

The Village of Allouez does not maintain a police department, but rather contracts with the Brown County Sheriff’s Office for the enforcement and investigation of all violations of law. Accordingly, Sheriff Todd Delain is the designated police chief of the Village. All violations and/or incidents requiring police involvement should be reported to the Sheriff’s Office, located in Brown County.

The Village also contracts with the Sheriff’s Office for a directed enforcement police officer. Deputy Jason Vogel serves in this role. His position was created to focus on community policing.

HOUSE CHECK REQUEST

Going away for a few days or for the winter? Our police officers will check on or monitor your property during your absence. Simply fill out the House Check Request form and return to Village Hall. Forms can be downloaded from the Village website and/or picked up and completed at Allouez Village Hall.

Allouez Public Safety is on Facebook. Again, please remember to: CALL 920-391-7450 TO OBTAIN POLICE ASSISTANCE

GREEN BAY METRO FIRE DEPARTMENT

In December of 2012 the Village of Allouez Fire Department consolidated with the Green Bay Fire Department to create the Green Bay Metro Fire Department. This action by the Village Board followed several years of research and analysis and has resulted in improved service levels and control on service delivery costs. The Village receives all services provided by the Green Bay Metro Fire Department and questions should be directed to Green Bay Metro Fire Department.

MISSION STATEMENT

To protect and educate our community, show compassion to all, and continue the honored tradition and dedication of the fire service.

Provided Services

• Paramedic level Emergency Medical Services

• Fire suppression

• Water and Ice Rescue

• Technical rescue

• Hazardous Materials Response

• Fire inspections

• Service Calls, etc. - Carbon Monoxide, suspicious odor investigation, and lift assist

WANT A HOME FIRE AND SAFETY INSPECTION?

The Green Bay Metro Fire Department is offering to come to your home, inspect smoke alarms and CO detectors, and do a basic fire/safety inspection of your home. This service is free of charge! The goal of this service is to make your home safe from fire and injuries. To sign up, please visit www.greenbayfd.com and click on “Event/Service Request”.

FIRE PREVENTION AND PUBLIC EDUCATION

• Child Car Seat Inspections

• Senior Home Safety

• School Fire Prevention Presentations

• Adult Group and School Station Tours

• To schedule tours, visits or appearances visit https:// greenbaywi.gov/Fire

• Business Fire Safety

CAN FIRE AND RESCUE VEHICLES

FIND YOUR HOUSE?

Check your house number! Can it be clearly read from a distance or 50 feet? House address is to be written in numbers, 4’ minimum height. Addresses in text are not acceptable.

Address: 501 S Washington Street Green Bay, WI 54301 Phone: 448-3280

Total Call Volume for 2021: 15,974

Combined Coverage Area: 60 sq. miles

Staff: Full-Time: 217 Vehicles in Allouez: 1-Engine 1-Ambulance

Prevention & community risk reduction is a huge part of the fire service. There are many ways that we can up reduce the risk in our community from fires and injury. The first and likely most noticeable, is our fire inspection program. Often you may see fire trucks or ambulances at places of business. This isn’t because they are bored and want to go shopping. The crews are performing fire inspections of the business to maintain a high level of fire safety. We are trained to look for fire hazards within the building that currently or potentially pose a threat to those occupying the building. We don’t do this to be annoying, we do this because we want to prevent any significant event from taking place. Another way we go about prevention is to have one dedicated Lieutenant in charge of community prevention. This officer works closely with schools, especially in October which has evolved into Fire Prevention Month rather than just one week out of the month, and other community services such as the ADRC (Aging and Disability Resource Center) and Center for Childhood Safety. The Green Bay Metro Fire Department had 11,668 calls for service in 2013. In 2021, we had 15,974 calls for service; more than 4,300 calls for service. This is in large part due to the increase in emergency medical calls. On that note, when you see your firefighters out walking through businesses, they are there simply to help prevent a dangerous situation from happening. If you have any questions regarding prevention efforts in the Village of Allouez, feel free to contact Lt. Walesh at (920)448-3293 or email her at Shauna.Walesh@ greenbaywi.gov.

Lieutenant Shauna Walesh Green Bay Metro Fire Department

BUILDING INSPECTOR

BUILDING INSPECTOR CONTACT INFORMATION:

Building Inspector, Mike Leifker

Phone: (920) 448-2803 or (920) 448-2800 ext. 107

E-Mail: Mike.leifker@villageofallouezwi.gov

Most construction projects require a building permit. Our Building Inspector is required to inspect projects to ensure compliance with the State of Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC).

The list below is not all-inclusive of every project that needs or does not need a permit. If you have any questions regarding whether or not a project requires a permit, contact the Building Inspector using the contact information listed above.

PROJECTS THAT ALWAYS NEED A PERMIT PROJECTS THAT MAY NEED A PERMIT

Additions to an existing structure or building of a new structure, including but not limited to; additions, decks, garages, sheds, and fences.

Replacing an existing roof or siding.

Plumbing additions, replacements, or renovations.

Electrical additions, replacements, or renovations.

Electrical panel change.

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) component addition, replacement, or renovation.

Foundation Repair

The WI UNIFORM PERMIT APPLICATION is used for all building projects. This application and the list of fees associated with different projects can be found on the Village website or obtained in person at the Village Hall.

As a reminder, please provide advanced notice when scheduling building inspections. 24 hours is the minimum required time to provide notice but a week is preferred so inspections can be properly coordinated.

Windows Replacement- only if changing physical size of existing window or cutting in a new window.

Fencing- only if installing new or changing out installed posts. Not required if re-finishing or changing a few panels.

Water heater replacement- only if changing location or switching heater type.

Driveways- only if curb cutting is required. Please note that, if expanding driveway, it must conform to all setback requirements.

CODE ENFORCEMENT

CODE ENFORCEMENT:

If you have questions about Allouez codes and/or code violations, please contact our Neighborhood Compliance Inspector. This is a part-time position. Generally, there is someone to answer your questions on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday during office hours.

Phone: 920-448-2800 ext. 121 Email: becky.nyberg@villageofallouez.gov

Spring help for bees and other pollinators

Allouez will not be participating in “NO Mow May”; instead we will be allowing residents to delay their first mow. This delay is only if you have flowering plants in your lawn. Residents are asked to please mow before it reaches 7 inches in length or right before the flowers go to seed. Most years, by May 20, the early lawn flowers are done blooming and other plants in the landscape have grown enough to provide the habitat bees need. Information on how to plant a bee friendly lawn is available here: www.bluethumb.org/turf-alternatives

CROSSING GUARDS:

Every school day hundreds of children are assisted by our guards to safely cross at 9 busy intersections. The guards do a terrific job in all types of weather and in heavy traffic areas.

Ways you can help the crossing guards:

• Obey the speed limits at all times, but especially in school zones.

• Stay alert and please do not use your cell phone while driving.

• Do not drop your children off in dangerous situations or let them dart out between cars.

• Cross the street at corners using crosswalks, not mid-block.

If you would like to be a substitute crossing guard, please contact Trevor Fuller.

Phone: 920-448-2800 ext. 134 Email: trevor.fuller@villageofallouezwi.gov

PARKING RESTRICTIONS

SCHEDULE

The following schedules illustrate the parking regulations change to found in chapters 318 and 424 of the Allouez Municipal Code.

Overnight Street Parking

April 1 – October 31: Residents may park on the street overnight from 2 a.m. – 6 a.m.

Snowmobile and Snowmobile Trailers

November 1 – March 31: Equipment must be parked on a hard surface.

Camping Equipment, Motorcycle Trailers, Watercrafts and Watercraft Trailers

March 1 – November 15: Equipment must be parked on a hard surface.

Until Nov. 15

Empty Trailers, Utility Trailers, ATVs and ATV Trailers

Year-round: Equipment must be parked on a hard surface.

Daytime Street Parking

April 1 – November 15: No street parking from 6 a.m. – 4 p.m. on your scheduled garbage pick-up day.

ANIMAL AND BICYCLE INFORMATION

Annual Animal License Fees

Dogs: Neutered Male/ Spayed Female Dog $5.00

Unneutered Male / Unspayed Female Dog $30.00

Late Fee for tags purchased after March 31 $5.00

*Note: Rabies vaccination and neuter/spayed documentation required.

Licenses available at the Village Hall for purchase each year beginning on November 30 or can be purchased at local Veterinarians: Buddy’s Vet (801 Hoffman Rd)

Riverside Animal Hospital (3233 Riverside Dr.)

*Note: Per Village Code 151.11(F) No more than two (2) dogs and two (2) cats may be allowed per Allouez residence.

Hens: $5.00 initial fee / $5.00 renewal / $20.00 late fee

Beekeeping: $30.00 initial fee / $10.00 renewal / $60.00 late fee

Pet Care

Pet Waste: It is unlawful to permit a pet to defecate upon any property other than its owner or custodian unless it is immediately picked up and disposed of. Pet waste, including cat litter, can be placed in your garbage cart for collection if double bagged.

Pets Leashed: Any animal allowed to leave the boundaries of the property of the owner or custodian shall be under the immediate control of a person by means of leash which is not more than six feet in length and which is of sufficient strength to control the actions of the animal.

Bicycle License

Bike licenses are available at Village Hall for no fee. A description of the bicycle (make, model, color and serial number) must be supplied when you register for a license. Obtaining a bike license can greatly increase your chance of finding a lost or stolen bike.

Bicycling in Allouez

The Village has many great places to bicycle in our community, including the Fox River & East River trails. Bicyclists are allowed to bicycle on all village streets and are required to ride with traffic. The only sidewalk in Allouez bicyclists are allowed to ride on is Webster Avenue. When riding on the sidewalk, always ride the same direction as the adjacent traffic and safely enter intersections. Vehicle drivers should always watch for bicyclists and pedestrians entering the intersection from the sidewalk.

Remember to always wear a helmet when bicycling. BE SAFE! BE SEEN! Wear reflective clothing, have a white front light and red back light on your bike when riding after dark.

ANIMAL COMPLAINTS

All calls concerning barking dogs or stray animals should be directed the Brown County Non-Emergency number when they are happening.

Brown County Non-Emergency Number (920)-3917450

Wildlife Trapping

• Trapping is only legal on your own property (unless you have a DNR trapping license and follow DNR regulations.)

• If you decide to trap you must check your trap daily and remove the animal

• Do not release animals on public property or on private property without the permission of the property owner

• Do not trap in spring or summer or you may create baby animal orphans that will starve to death without their mother!

• Do not leave traps set at night unless you are prepared to deal with a skunk in your trap!

• Do not set mouse or rat traps outside, as they may endanger larger animals.

• It is against the law and dangerous to keep wild animals, even if you plan on releasing them.

For more information about rescuing wildlife or deterring their presence call the Wildlife Sanctuary 920-391-7450.

Free Program for Wild Cats

Village of Allouez in partnership with the Wisconsin Humane Society and Cats Anonymous offers TNR(trap/neuter/ return) as an option when dealing with stray/feral cats and/or barn cats.

Cat owners should follow all the rules that dog owners follow.

Animals picked up by Animal Control are brought to the Wisconsin Humane Society: 1830 Radisson Street, Green Bay, WI 54302 – phone number: 920-469-3110. The owner is responsible for paying all fees incurred for the care of the animal.

FLOOD TOOL KIT

VILLAGE PARTICIPATES IN COMMUNITY

RATING SYSTEM

The Village continues to maintain a CRS Class 6 rating, providing residents who are required to have flood insurance with a 20% discount on their flood insurance. The Insurance Service Office monitors the CRS program and requires communities to complete specific tasks each year to retain their rating. Staff must provide community outreach, education, technical advice and assistance, and maintain and provide floodplain documents to residents upon request.

Be sure to ask your insurance agent for the flood insurance discount.

BROWN COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT SERVES VILLAGE

AS FLOODPLAIN ADMINISTRATOR

The Village contracts with Brown County Planning for Floodplain Administration. Matt Heyroth, Assistant Zoning Administrator is filling this role for the village. In his absence, anyone in the Planning and Land Services Office may answer your questions. Is my home in the floodplain? What do I have to do to put an addition on my home in the floodplain? How do I go about getting a LOMA (Letter of Map Amendment)? Do I need flood insurance? These and any other floodplain questions, or information on how to get your discount should be directed to Matt.

You can reach Matt by phone (920)448-6480 or by email (matt.heyroth@browncountywi.gov).

You can also visit him at the county offices at 305 E. Walnut Street, Room 320 Green Bay, WI 54305-3600.

Flooding at Green Isle Park

DRAINAGE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

As simple as it sounds, keeping storm sewer inlets & drainage ditches free of debris can dramatically improve the run-off capacity of low lying areas, as well as greatly reduce the occurrence blockage that significantly contributes to flooding. It is a violation of Village ordinance to dump or throw waste into storm sewer inlets & drainage ditches. Do your part by placing leaves and branches on your lawn next to the curb, during designated pick-up times - NOT IN THE STREET. Village staff regularly check storm sewers and drainage ditches to ensure they are clear & able to handle the runoff. Violators can be issued a citation.

FLOODPLAIN PERMIT

REQUIREMENTS

All development within the 100 year floodplain (not only construction of buildings, but filling, excavation, fences etc.) is required to obtain a building permit. Applications must be made prior to doing any work in a floodplain area. Please contact the Building Inspector at the Village Hall to receive the information you will need to properly develop in the floodplain. You may report any illegal development activities to the Building Inspector.

FLOOD TOOLKIT

WASHING AWAY FLOOD INSURANCE MYTHS

There are many myths that persist about flood insurance. The main article for the 2019 Floodplain Newsletter is focused on identifying some of the most common misconceptions when it comes to flood insurance and provide some straightforward explanations of what is really true.

MYTH: My homeowner’s insurance covers flooding. This may be the most prevalent misinformation of all. In fact, almost no homeowner’s insurance policies cover flood damage. That is why the federal government created the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Flood insurance is sold as a separate policy, so even if a person’s regular agent doesn’t handle flood insurance, it can be obtained from another agent who serves that area. To find an agent, contact the NFIP call center at 800-427-4661 or visit their website at https://www. FloodSmart.gov/.

MYTH: I don’t need flood insurance, because I’m not in a high-risk zone. The reality is that it can flood almost anywhere, and it doesn’t take much water to cause expensive damage. In fact, about 1/3 of all flood disaster assistance and 1/3 of all flood insurance claims payments go to people who have been flooded even though they were outside of the mapped high-risk zone (Special Flood Hazard Area). With a changing climate, scientists say that extreme weather events – like the storms experienced in 2020 – will be more likely in the future. Living in a location that has been thought to be at low risk does not mean that it will not flood.

MYTH: I can’t get flood insurance, because I’m not in a high-risk zone.

Virtually anyone who lives in or owns property in an NFIPparticipating community can buy flood insurance for a residential building, business, condo, or apartment, and the contents can be insured as well (or instead). Flood insurance through the NFIP has never been restricted to people located in the high-risk zone (Special Flood Hazard Area). In fact, for people outside the high-risk zone, flood insurance is an even better deal because the premiums are lower. An overview of the availability, coverage, and costs of flood insurance – in clear language and with sources of more information – can be found on

the Flood Smart website https://www.floodsmart.gov/ costs/why-am-i-paying-this-amount.

MYTH: Even if my house did flood, it wouldn’t be by much.

There may not be very much water, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be much damage. Only one inch of water in an average home can cause more than $25,000 in damage. FEMA has developed an interactive tool to help people see how the depth of flooding translates to damage costs. Check out this tool at http://www.floodsmart.gov/ costOfFlooding/index.html.

MYTH: I don’t need flood insurance because FEMA gives disaster assistance. The truth is that FEMA can only provide disaster assistance when the president issues a disaster declaration – this happens for less than half of all floods. Even if there is a disaster declaration, FEMA can only provide small grants, not enough to cover all losses and certainly not enough to rebuild. For example, in Hurricane Harvey the average individual grant FEMA distributed was only $7,000. Most other federal disaster assistance comes in the form of loans, which must be repaid. By contrast, in Hurricane Harvey, the average NFIP claim payment was over $100,000 – that’s a payment from the insurance policy and of course never has to be repaid. And, a flood insurance policy pays for any covered damage, even if it results from a small (not disastrous) flood.

*Note: The above information was taken from the NFIP/ CRS (National Flood Insurance Program/Community Rating System) December 2018-January 2019 Update.

DEFINITIONS

Know these definitions for when the next flood hits: Surface water flooding: Flooding due to increased flow volumes in river and stream beds reaching over their banks, increased flow volumes released from breached dams and impoundments, high volumes of overland flow (runoff), or increased recharge causing lake water levels to rise over their normal shorelines.

Ground water flooding: Flooding due to increased recharge causing the water table to rapidly rise, either forcing water to flood above the ground surface, or to force water by hydraulic pressure through cracks and crevices and into basements.

Safe water supply: Drinking water is considered to be “safe” when it is determined to be free of coliform bacteria by a certified laboratory following approved standard methods.

Flood Watch: Flooding is possible in the flood watch area. Tune in to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio, or television for information.

Flash Flood Watch: Flash flooding is possible in the flood watch area. Be prepared to move to higher ground; listen to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio, or television for information.

Flood Warning: Flooding is already occurring or will occur soon in the warning area. If advised to evacuate, do so immediately.

Flash Flood Warning: Flash flooding is already occurring in the flood warning area. Seek higher ground on foot immediately.

Floodplain: Most floodplain regulations apply to the 1% annual chance (also known as the 100-year) floodplain. The floodplain is made of of two parts – the floodway and the flood fringe.

Floodway: The inner portion of the floodplain. The floodway is the channel of a river or stream, and those portions of the floodplain adjoining the channel required to carry the regional flood discharge. The floodway is the most dangerous part of the floodplain since it is associated with moving water.

Flood fringe: The area of the floodplain outside of the floodway. This area is covered by flood water during the regional flood. The flood fringe is generally associated with standing water rather than flowing water. It is also the part of the floodplain in which some development is allowed subject to the floodplain development standards.

FLOOD SAFETY

The following guidelines can help prepare you for flood conditions.

If flooding in your area is likely:

• Contact Brown County Health Department (1-877-619-9221) to familiarize yourself with community emergency plans.

FLOOD TOOL KIT

• Speak to your insurance company about flood coverage.

• List emergency numbers and contacts near phones.

• If you live in a flood zone, raise electrical components, furnace, and water heater above flood zone level.

• Install backflow valves for drains, toilets, and other sewer connections.

• Install sump pumps with back-up power

In the case of a flood watch or warning:

• Gather emergency supplies (see previous page).

• Stay informed – listen to local weather reports.

• If time allows, bring outdoor possessions indoors and secure them and fill bathtubs, sinks, and plastic bottles with clean water.

• Do not walk through water. If water levels begin to rise, immediately seek higher ground.

• Prepare for evacuation:

n Make transportation plans and fill gas tank.

n Check with friends, family, neighbors that may be isolated/unaware of the situation.

n Collect important documents (e.g. ID cards, insurance cards, and medical records).

In the case of an ordered evacuation:

• Turn off the gas, electricity, and water.

• Disconnect appliances.

• Gather emergency supplies.

• Listen to evacuation orders and follow evacuation route.

• Avoid flood zones and remain informed by listening to weather reports.

FLOOD RESOURCES

For more information relating to any floodplain questions, issues, concerns, etc. please feel free to contact Matt Heyroth, with the Brown County Planning Department, 920-448-6480 or matt.heyroth@browncountywi.gov. Matt will try to assist you in any way or point you in the right direction if additional information is required.

You can also always visit the following websites for additional information:

• Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Floodplain Management –https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/floodplains/

• FEMA – https://www.fema.gov/

• National Flood Insurance Program –https://www.floodsmart.gov/

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GARBAGE / RECYCLING

Collection schedule found at beginning of guide.

Garbage is collected weekly: Monday-Thursday

Recycling is collected every-other-week: Monday-Thursday Garbage/Recycling Pick-Up Guidelines

• Garbage/recycling carts must be at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your collection day, but no sooner than 6:00 p.m. the day before.

• Residents must use the gray cart for garbage, and may use either the blue or green carts for recycling.

• Garbage must be bagged and must fit in the garbage container so as to allow the lid to close.

• Place single stream recyclables loosely in the recycling container with lid closed. Do not put plastic bags in the recycling bin.

• Keep carts at least four (4) feet apart and four (4) feet from any fixed structure (mailbox, trees, cars, utility poles, etc.).

• Remove carts from the curb by midnight on your collection day.

• When not at the curb, carts may not be stored in front of any building, house, or garage visible from the street.

Damaged Garbage/ Recycling Carts

It is the responsibility of the property owner to replace damaged carts by purchasing a new one from the Village.

Carts were purchased by the Village for each residential property in 2004. They have exceeded their life expectancy and after years of regular use, frigid temperatures and harsh sunlight, the carts are beginning to break down. Going forward, as carts begin to break, it is the responsibility of the property owner to purchase a new one from the Village.

The cost of a new cart is $70.00 each. They can be purchased online or in person at Village Hall. Once paid for, they will be delivered to you.

Is This Recyclable?

Betterbin and the Waste Wizard are online recycling resources provided by Tri-County Recycling. They take the guesswork out of recycling by providing a local search engine to determine if and how an item is recycled in Brown County. Learn more at recyclemoretricounty.org

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BULK WASTE PICK-UP

Large items up to two (2) cubic yards, or in general, one (1) front-end loader full (see image below), will be picked up at no charge on your garbage day during the scheduled bulk pickup weeks. Collection schedule found at beginning of guide. Items not accepted for bulk pick-up should be properly disposed of at the Brown County Port & Resource Recovery Department.

Steps to ensure pick up during Bulk Week:

• Only place acceptable items out for collection.

• Place bulk waste behind the curb. Do not place anything in the street.

• Keep bulk piles as compact as possible within two (2) cubic yards. Stack items to allow for efficient pick-up.

• Place bulk waste four (4) feet away from any fixed structure (mailbox, trees, cars, utility poles, etc.).

• Bulk waste must be out for collection by 6:00 a.m. on your garbage day, but no sooner than 6:00 p.m. the day before.

Does Not Include:

Appliances

If the amount of bulk placed to the curb during collection week exceeds two (2) cubic yards, the additional bulk will be picked up for a charge of $25.00 per each additional cubic yard. The property owner will be invoiced the cost for additional pick-up.

Non-Collection Weeks:

Any bulk items placed on the curb during a non-pick up week will be tagged with a forty-eight (48) hour notice to remove. If the items are not removed, the Village will pick up and bill the property owner for collection and disposal at a minimum cost of $200.

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BRUSH PICK-UP

Collection schedule found at beginning of guide.

Brush piles no larger than eight (8) feet long and six (6) feet deep will be picked up at no charge on your garbage day during the scheduled brush pick-up weeks.

Brush is defined by the Village as:

Trimmings/woody material from shrubs, trees, and stalks from garden plants (e.g., rosebush and bamboo).

Brush does not include tree roots or root balls, yard waste, leaves, or grass.

Steps to ensure pick up during Brush Week:

• Only place brush, as defined by the Village, out for collection.

• Place brush parallel to and behind the curb. Do not place anything in the street.

• Keep brush piles within the required size parameters (no larger than 8 ft. long x 6 ft. deep).

• Place brush four (4) feet away from any fixed structure (mailbox, trees, cars, utility poles, etc.).

• Brush must be out for collection by 6:00 a.m. on your garbage day, but no sooner than 6:00 p.m. the day before.

• The Village will not collect brush created by a contracted service.

Non-Collection Weeks:

Residents are encouraged to bring brush to Lebrun Yard Waste Site located at 911 Lebrun Street, Green Bay, WI 54301. Lebrun Yard Waste Site is open 24/7 for Allouez resident use only.

Any brush placed on the curb during a non-pick up week will be tagged with a forty-eight (48) hour notice to remove. If the items are not removed, the Village will pick up and bill the property owner for collection and disposal at a minimum cost of $200.

A resident may request brush pick-up during a noncollection week. The minimum pick-up charge during a non-collection week is $200. If the amount exceeds the volume of the Village haul truck, there will be a $200 charge for each additional truck load. Any unpaid charges will be placed on the real estate tax bill as a special charge. Contact Village Hall at 920-448-2800 to schedule pick-up during a non-collection week.

Christmas Tree Collection and Exchange: Christmas trees placed at the curb will be collected on your garbage day during January’s brush pick-up week (see collection schedule listed at beginning of guide).

Christmas Tree Exchange Program: Residents can drop their Christmas tree off at Lebrun Yard Waste Site the 1st and 2nd Saturday in January from 11 am – 1 pm in exchange for a coupon. In spring, the coupon can be exchanged for a tree seedling which can be picked up at Village Hall.

SPRING / FALL CLEAN-UP

Collection schedule found at beginning of guide.

Twice a year, in spring and fall, the Village designates a few weeks to leaf and yard waste collection. There is no brush or bulk collected in April and November due to spring and fall clean-up.

Yard Waste is defined by the Village as:

All materials originating in the yard and garden which are capable of natural decomposition (e.g. leaves, plants, flowers, etc.)

Yard Waste does not include brush, stumps, woody stalks, green grass, tree roots, or root balls.

Steps to ensure pick up during Spring and Fall Clean-Up:

• Only place leaves and yard waste, as defined by the Village, out for collection.

• Place leaf and yard waste piles behind the curb. Do not place anything in the street.

• Be patient. Unlike bulk and brush collection, leaf and yard waste collection is continuous and does not follow a set schedule. Village crews try to pass through the Village every 6 to 7 working days (number of days may fluctuate depending on the volume of waste placed out for collection.).

• The Village will not collect leaves or yard waste created by a contracted service.

Residents are encouraged to bring yard waste and leaves to the Lebrun Yard Waste Site located at 911 Lebrun Street, Green Bay, WI 54301. Lebrun Yard Waste Site is open 24/7 for Allouez resident use only.

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LEBRUN YARD WASTE SITE

The Lebrun Yard Waste Site is located at 911 Lebrun Street, Green Bay, WI 54301.

The site is open 24/7 to Allouez residents only. Yardwork/ landscape contractors are not permitted to use the yard waste site.

Accepted Materials: 3 Brush/Branches/Limbs 3 Grass Clippings

3 Garden Waste 3 Leaves 3 Waste Oil

Notice: The Lebrun Yard Waste Site is under 24-hour video surveillance. Illegal dumping is subject to a minimum fine of $300.

Materials Not Accepted: 3 Appliances 3 Electronics 3 Bags/Containers 3 Rocks/Stones 3 Top Soil/Used Mulch 3 Treated Lumber 3 Saw Dust

3 Root Balls

3 Construction Debris

DROP OFF LOCATIONS

Residents may use the following Brown County facilities to dispose of items not collected during bulk pick-up and not accepted at Lebrun Yard Waste Site. Disposal fees vary by item. Please use the contact information below to learn more.

BROWN COUNTY WASTE TRANSFER STATION 3734 W Mason Street, Hobart, WI 54155 920-492-4950

• Appliances

• Gas Powered Equipment

• Tires

• Construction Debris from Remodeling (limited amounts)

• Gas / Charcoal Grills

• Exercise Equipment

BROWN COUNTY RECYCLING TRANSFER STATION

2561 S Broadway, Green Bay, WI 54304 920-492-4950

• Cardboard

• Excess Recyclables

BROWN COUNTY HAZARDOUS MATERIAL RECYCLING 2561 S Broadway, Green Bay, WI 54304 920-492-4950

• Electronics

• Fluorescent Light Bulbs / Lamps / Mercury Lamps

• Car Batteries

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SNOW PLOWING

Streets

The Village plans snow and ice removal activities for each weather event to provide safe travel conditions to residents. Below are the general practices followed by the Village in response to winter weather events.

General Practices:

Snow accumulation of three (3) inches or more: Streets plowed.

Snow accumulation less than three (3) inches: Salt applied at intersections and on streets with steep grades.*

* The Village will apply salt to full streets if an ice storm or icing conditions occur.

Sidewalk

Village Assistance:

(1) The Village of Allouez will assist property owners as follows with the clearing of snow from public sidewalk:

(a) After each snowfall event, the Village will clear sidewalks adjacent to roundabouts and problem area sidewalks. See the Village Sidewalk Clearing Map.

(b) Six inches of snowfall or more: The Village will clear all other contiguous sidewalks as shown on the Village Sidewalk Clearing Map. Less than six inches of snowfall: It is the property owner’s responsibility to clear snow and ice from the sidewalk.

Residents are reminded that snow and ice must be removed from their sidewalks within 48 hours after a winter storm. If ice remains on the sidewalk, it must be salted or sanded. If not cleared after 48 hours, the following actions are taken:

Non-Compliance Penalty:

1st Occurrence: No Charge. Non-compliance is documented.

2nd Occurrence: $50 per lot (up to 100 ft.) plus $10 per every additional 100 ft.

3rd Occurrence: Two times the 1st non-compliance charge.

4th Occurrence: Three times the 1st non-compliance charge, plus citation for violation of sidewalk clearing ordinance 350.28.

SIDEWALK CLEARING MAP

Sidewalk Map Legend

Village owned property (i.e. Village Halls, Parks, Roundabouts)- Cleared by Village all snowfall events

Problem area sidewalk- Cleared by Village all snowfall events

STORM WATER MANAGEMENT

The Village of Allouez Storm Water Utility was established in 2004 to plan, operate, and maintain storm water treatment in the Village. Storm water management is required by Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 216, which requires that certain milestones are complied with to reduce the environmental impact of storm water discharges to the Fox and East Rivers. Further information on the storm water program, including the new storm water codes, are available on the Village of Allouez website under “Storm Water Management”.

Allouez residents can help meet the storm water management goals of the Village by doing the following:

• Minimize leaves getting into the storm sewer system by keeping them out of the street. Mulch leaves by using a mulching lawn mower, and compost leaves and reuse on your lawn.

• Use a rain barrel to collect roof downspout rain water, and use this water for your lawn and garden.

• Install a rain garden to collect roof downspout rain water and reduce the peak storm flow to the storm sewer system.

• Wash your car on the lawn rather than in your driveway. This will reduce the flow of detergent into the storm sewer.

• Clean up pet waste on your property and properly dispose of it.

Guidelines for residents to assist in storm water management and further information are provided on the Village website.

The Village of Allouez has implemented an Illicit Discharge Monitoring & Control program as required by the Village Storm Water Discharge Permit issued by the Department of Natural Resources. This program is intended to monitor the storm water discharge outfalls within the Village and search for discharges that should not be going to the storm sewer system. Residents are encouraged to report to the Village any suspicious discharges.

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FERTILIZER

PHOSPHORUS

BAN IN WISCONSIN

Excess phosphorus in Wisconsin’s waterways has led to increased phytoplankton growth, more commonly known as algae blooms. These blooms are the easily recognizable green, thick and foulsmelling slicks on top of the waterways. These algae blooms grow quickly, then die and decay, leeching large amounts of oxygen out of the water, killing many fish in the process. Extremely high levels of phosphorus can produce colonial cyanobacteria, known as blue-green algae. Blue-green algae can release extremely deadly liver and nerve toxins that, even in small doses, can injure or kill humans and animals.

Therefore, in April 2009, Governor Jim Doyle signed the Wisconsin Zero-Phosphorus Fertilizer Law (Wisconsin Statute 94.643). This law, which took effect as of April 1 2012, restricts the use, sale and display of lawn and turf fertilizer which contains phosphorus or available phosphate. Use of this type of fertilizer is prohibited on lawns and turf in Wisconsin, except under certain exemptions.

The Phosphorus Fertilizer Ban affects homeowners, renters, and others who do lawn care, along with lawn care professionals, municipalities and local governments, and retailers who sell fertilizer in the state.

Use of fertilizer containing phosphorus or available phosphate for non-turf use is permissible. Such fertilizer may be used for agricultural production or home garden use.

The specifics of the law can be found on the Village of Allouez and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources websites.

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STORMWATER RUNOFF

Water from rainfall or melting snow that does not soak into the ground is called runoff. Stormwater runoff will flow into waterways and storm sewers, which will eventually discharge into surface waters like the East and Fox Rivers. Ideally, this is an adequate solution, but pollutants will be picked up as the runoff flows into the waterways or storm drains. These pollutants include fertilizers, pesticides, solvents, road salt, motor oils, detergents, pet wastes, and other toxic and hazardous wastes.

This runoff is the primary cause of pollution and impaired water quality in the waterways in the United States. It can lead to plant and animal kills in water ways, polluted drinking water and aquifers, along with many other public health issues. Other means have been implemented to help clean up runoff, such as banning phosphorus in fertilizers, installing wet detention ponds, among other solutions.

Simple solutions that many municipalities have promoted have been the installation of rain barrels on household and small business gutter systems as well as rain gardens in yards.

RAIN BARRELS

A simple rain barrel is typically a 55-gallon plastic barrel with an adapter in the lid for the downspout from the gutter system, a spigot installed in the lower portion of the unit, as well as an overflow valve which can flow into another barrel or rain garden. It sits under a building’s downspout, and collects water from rainstorms or snow melt. This water is stored in the barrels instead of going straight into waterways or storm drains in the village. The water then can be substituted for municipal water for watering gardens and lawns.

More complex systems have filters for leaves and debris, preventative measures for mosquitoes, and multiple barrels for larger storage capacity.

RAIN GARDENS

Rain gardens are another solution for runoff in the village. Rain gardens are specialized gardens that capture water, allowing it to slowly filter into the ground instead of running into storm drains or waterways.

A rain garden is typically a sunken garden, four to six inches deep, with a flat bottom. It can contain wild or cultivated vegetation planted specifically to aid the slow filtering of storm water into the ground. It is typically placed near a downspout for ideal water collection from storms and snow melt.

Additional information on rain gardens and rain barrels can be found on the Village and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources websites.

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KNOW YOUR WATER FAQS :

By the Central Brown County Water Authority

The Central Brown County Water Authority (CBCWA) is the wholesale water provider to the Village of Allouez. The CBCWA also provides water to the following member communities: De Pere, Bellevue, Howard, Lawrence, Ledgeview, and Denmark. Learn more about our drinking water at cbcwaterauthority.com.

Q. Where does my water come from?

A. Lake Michigan is the source of our drinking water. It is treated and pumped by Manitowoc Public Utilities (MPU) in Manitowoc, Wisconsin through a 65 mile long pipeline to each member community.

Q. What does CBCWA purchased water from Manitowoc, sourced from Lake Michigan, mean to residents?

A. Because of the abundance of water available from Lake Michigan, CBCWA member water utility users will not have to worry about shortages or potential water bans or curtailment of use that can put groundwater based utility systems at risk. In addition, water quality meets all state and federal water quality standards.

Q. What are the grains of hardness for setting my water softener?

A. Lake Michigan water has 7.5 grains of hardness. Prior to switching to Lake Michigan water, area ground water wells supplied residents with water that had a range of 13-16 grains of hardness.

Q. What is the fluoride level of the drinking water?

A. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has established the “optimal level” for fluoride content in drinking water to be in the range of 0.7 mg/L to 1.2 mg/L. The fluoride level in the Authority’s drinking water is maintained at the minimum recommended level of 0.7 mg/L.

LEAD WATER SERVICES

The Village of Allouez has approximately 100 remaining lead water services that are located within the street right of way (village property). These services are short segments of lead water services located within the street, and many of these are from 2-8 feet in length. The village continues to remove remaining lead services each year, and will continue to do so until completed. A large number of lead services have already been removed. In addition, the Allouez Water Utility treats the water to minimize the corrosion of lead services.

The complete report on lead services in the village is available on the village website under the Water Utility. Residents can view the known lead services, the locations where lead services have already been removed, and the monitoring data on lead in the drinking water. Residents with known lead services can request their tap water be tested for lead by contacting the Allouez Water Utility.

WATER CONSERVING METHODS

Customers are encouraged to conserve water through use of water-conserving plumbing fixtures such as low water use toilets & shower heads. Information on water conserving appliances are available at www.epa.gov/watersense, or contact your local plumbing supplier. Look for the WaterSense label on plumbing products as these are products confirmed to be low water use products.

Lawn watering is probably the greatest opportunity for water conservation. Lawn watering systems should include a moisture sensor to over-ride the watering system operation when rainfall occurs and adequate water is already available.

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HOME COMPLIANCE

The Village of Allouez requires compliance with local plumbing codes. Sections 338-11 and 350-39 of the Allouez Municipal Code require a sump pump to drain into the municipal storm sewer system, if available. To protect against back water contamination, sections 338-9 and 350-36 require the installation of a back water valve for a below grade toilet. Most other drains may be individually protected by check valves.

Permits are required for the installation or replacement of a water service, sanitary sewer lateral, or stormwater lateral. They are available online or in person at Village Hall.

HOW TO READ YOUR WATER METER:

Familiarizing yourself with your water meter can prove useful when trying to identify a leak within your home. Residential homes within the Village are equipped with a Sensus iPerl water meter. Your water meter can be found inside your home, it is likely located in the basement on the wall closest to the street. Once you’ve located your water meter, on the left side there is a tab, pulling up on the tab will allow you to access your reading.

Sensus iPerl meters are capable of reading down the 1/100th of a gallon, making it easy to determine if a leak is occurring in your home. Positive flow is indicated on the meter through a (+) symbol located left of “Gal”. The most common leaks in homes are toilets. If you suspect you have a leaking toilet or other fixture in your home, turn off the water to that fixture (if possible) and reread your meter. If the (+) symbol has disappeared, then positive consumption has ceased and the leaking fixture has been located. Once the leak is fixed, you can resume water to the fixture and the (+) symbol will disappear, indicating no water usage.

Common household leaks include: Toilets, Whole-House Humidifier Systems, Water Softeners, and Outside Hose Bibs.

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CROSS CONNECTION INSPECTIONS:

Beginning in 2023, the Village of Allouez contracted with HydroCorp to administer the Village’s residential cross connection inspection program. HydroCorp has served as the Village’s commercial cross connection inspector for the past several years and will continue to inspect commercial properties along with residential properties for the Village. Providing and maintaining a safe public water supply is a priority of both the Village of Allouez and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR). According to Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 810.15, SPS 382.41, and the Village of Allouez Municipal Code 350-43, the Village is required to perform a water system cross connection inspection once every 20 years for residential properties and every 6 years for commercial properties to ensure compliance with WDNR requirements.

With HydroCorp’s help, the Village aims to inspect approximately 300 residential and 50 commercial properties each year. Learn more about cross connection inspections on the next page.

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YOUR ALLOUEZ UTILITY INVOICE

The typical residential Village of Allouez water and sewer bill includes 5 charges: Water, Allouez Sewer, NEW Water (GBMSD) Sewer, Stormwater, and Public Fire Protection.

The Village of Allouez’s Water, Public Fire Protection, and Private Fire Protection rates are regulated by the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. Visit our website to view the Village’s current utility rates.

Water:

Water charges are applied in two ways: a volume charge and a fixed charge dependent on meter size. The rate structure used to bill residential water customers is referred to as a conservation rate. This structure provides the lowest rate to customers who use the least amount of water. Our conservation rate features three rate tiers that increase in cost after each of the following consumption thresholds are met: first 2,000 gallons used, next 8,000 gallons used, and over 10,000 gallons used per month. Please keep in mind, that while our rates are set per thousand gallons, you are billed per hundred gallons of water used.

Allouez

Sanitary Sewage:

The Allouez Sanitary Sewage rates cover the cost of operation, maintenance, and replacement of the sanitary sewer infrastructure within the Village. This charge is applied in two ways: a volume charge and a fixed charge dependent on meter size.

NEW Water (GBMSD) Sanitary Sewage:

The NEW Water Sanitary Sewage rates are set to recover the cost of wastewater treatment charges billed to the Village by NEW Water. This charge is applied in two ways: a volume charge and a fixed charge dependent on meter size.

Stormwater: Stormwater rates recover the cost of operation, maintenance, and replacement of the Village’s existing and future stormwater management systems. These systems include: storm sewers, swales, wet detention ponds, roadways, waterways, and street sweeping. An Equivalent Runoff Unit (ERU) represents the average hard surface area for a residential parcel in the Village (3,663 SF).

Public Fire Protection:

The Public Fire Protection rates recover the cost of water needed to fight fires within the Village. This charge also covers the costs associated with maintaining hydrants, water mains, and water storage facilities. This is a fixed charge based on meter size.

Reconnection

Special

RECREATION GENERAL INFORMATION

RECREATION GENERAL INFORMATION

Village Resident

For registration and rental purposes, a resident is anyone who lives in within the boundaries of the Village of Allouez and pays property taxes to the Village of Allouez. Non-Resident

For registration and rental purposes, a non-resident is anyone who does not reside within the boundaries of the Village of Allouez and does not pay property taxes to the Village of Allouez. In the case of non-resident participation, non-resident users contribute an additional fee or surcharge to offset their non-tax status for programs and rentals.

Activity Changes/Schedules

Due to circumstances beyond our control, some activities may require time or location changes. All participants will be notified when possible, if a change or cancellation does occur.

Please Be Registered By Date

Persons should please be registered by the date indicated. If your class does not meet the minimum enrollment by the date indicated, it may be cancelled and/or combined with other classes. All registered participants will be notified by phone or email of the changes. Class rosters are prepared and given to instructors/site supervisors. Registration after the end date will be accepted only if openings exist and transactions must be completed IN-PERSON (unless otherwise indicated) as you will receive a receipt to take to your first session (proof of registration).

Refund Policy

Refund of fees for programs/facilities shall be made under the following conditions:

Refunds for cash, check or card payments will be made by check. Please allow two to four weeks for the refund to arrive.

Park & Recreation Department cancels the program: Persons registered for a program which is canceled by the department (i.e. lack of enrollment) shall receive a full refund of fees or credit for a future program, whichever the registrant prefers.

Participants

Cancellation program(s): Cancellations can be made up to 4 working days prior to the start of a program unless otherwise indicated. Cancellations must be made in the form of an email to recreation@ villageofallouezwi.gov. If a participant withdraws from a program, a minimum processing fee of $5.00 will be deducted from the refund. NO refund or credits will be issue once a class has started.

Participant Cancellation rental(s): In the event of a cancellation, a $40 cancellation fee will be charged for any cancelled reservations occurring 15 working days prior to the reservation date. Any cancellation occurring less than 10 working days prior to the reservation date will forfeit the full rental amount, but will be refunded the security deposit. If you need to cancel you must email recreation@villageofallouezwi.gov or call 920-448-2804.

Waiting List

If your desired class is filled, you will be notified and placed on a waiting list. The Parks & Recreation department will make every effort to accommodate those on the waiting list. If any opening becomes available, we will go in the order of those who are on the waitlist.

Lost/Stolen Items

The Recreation Department is not responsible for personal equipment, clothes, etc. that are lost or stolen during participation in any sponsored activity. However, please contact our office concerning lost items as many times they are turned in by others.

Photo Policy

Photos and video footage are periodically taken of people participating in village activity, events or visiting facilities. If you do not wish to have your photo taken, please notify the photographer and/or class instructor. Photos may be used in publication, social media and/or web site. Oops!

Occasionally there may be an error in days, times, registration requirements or fees in the guide. When such error occurs, our staff will do everything possible to correct the situation promptly. We thank you for your patience and understanding when these situations arise!

SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM

Our Summer Day Camp will continue with its 7th year!

Registration begins on February 6th!!

Summer Camp will be held at: Green Isle Park: 900 Greene Ave., Bldg. A

WHY CHOOSE SUMMER CAMP?

Our Summer Camp program is a LICENSED DAY CAMP through the State of Wisconsin. All of our camp counselors are at least 18 years of age, undergo a criminal background check, are certified in First Aid and CPR and receive extensive pre-camp training.

Your 6 to 13 year old can comfortably spend the whole day away from home, while getting active, making crafts, attending weekly field trips, and creating new friendships in an outdoor environment.

Summer Camp operates ten action packed weeks throughout the summer for children 6 to 13 years of age. Physical activity, self-esteem, social interaction and skill building are all part of the youth Summer Camp experience.

2023 CAMP THEME WEEKS

Week 1 June 12-16

WINTER/SPRING YOUTH DANCE

WINTER/SPRING DANCE

Registration Going on Now!!

Dancing is not only an important art form, but it is important to the development of coordination, confidence, and social skills in young people.

THURSDAY CLASSES: These classes will teach the core steps and techniques of each style and then apply those into routines to be performed at a recital at the end of the session.

January

12th-April 6th

No classes March 23rd

LOCATION: Green Isle Park

Tiny Tap & Ballet: 3-4 year olds: 5:15-6:00pm

• FEE: $110 R/$137 NR

Intermediate Tap & Ballet: 5-6 year olds: 6:15-7:00pm

• FEE: $110R/$137 NR

Advanced Jazz & Ballet: 7-12 year olds: 7:15-8:00pm

• FEE: $115R/$143 NR

* Costume fee of $45 for 3-6 year old classes and $50 for 7-12 year old classes, has been added into program fees.

FLUFF N STUFF:

*NEW PROGRAM*

Bring that special child in your life for a memorable evening they will truly enjoy. Watch their eyes light up as they make an adorable stuffed animal. They’ll make a wish upon a star as they create their cuddly new friend. This event will be held at Green Isle Park in March. 5:30-6:30pm. Most importantly don’t forget to choose a name to place on the birth certificate!

Cost to participate is only $19 per child and is open to both boys and girls.

*

What to wear:

• Pink ballet and black tap shoes required for ballet and tap classes.

• Costumes will be purchased for each participant and will be worn at the end of the year recital.

• Costume fees ($45 [3-6 year old classes] & $50 [7-12 year old classes]) have been incorporated into the program fees already.

BABYSITTING COURSE

This course is designed for pre-teens ready to stay home alone or for those interested in babysitting— this is a great class for participants ages 10-15. Class includes four hours of CPR instruction (American Heart Association) and four hours of home alone/babysitter safety. Babysitting portion of class is taught by other Paramedics or Nursing professors from FVTC Public Safety Division.

2023 DATES: March 11 April 1 November 4 December 2

FEES: $70R / $87NR

2023 SPECIAL EVENTS/TRIPS

Strawberry Festival Trip: Join us for the annual Strawberry Festival located in downtown Historic Cedarburg! At this annual event, you can enjoy everything strawberry, from strawberry shortcake to strawberry wine. Festival goers can stroll along the historic main street and find that perfect treasure at the arts and crafts fairs called “Art on the Avenue.” Don’t miss the live music stages all over town. There is so much to do: unique shopping, children’s activities, demonstrations, fun-filled contests, festival food and much more. You won’t want to miss this funfilled festival!

Wisconsin Badgers Game Trip: Join us January 28th as we cheer on the Wisconsin badgers in their Big 10 conference game against the Fighting Illini at the Kohl Center. Cost includes game ticket and bus transportation.

Anyone 18 and under is required to have an adult accompany them on the trip.

FEE: $58

Milwaukee Brewers Trip: Join us as we cheer on the Milwaukee Brewers. Price includes transportation and ticket to the game.

DATE: TBD! Stay tuned to our website and social media for dates and fees.

Downtown Chicago: Shop the 100s of stores or explore the various museums and attractions Chicago has to offer on this trip to Downtown Chicago.

DATE: Sat., Nov. 11

FEE: $48 per person

*For more information on these trips or to register please visit: http://allouez.recdesk.com or stop into Village Hall to pick up a registration form.

Trip registration can be

made here:

HALLOWEEN

TRICK OR TREAT

Hours will be from 4pm - 7pm on October 31st.

SPECIAL EVENTS

ALLOUEZ MOVIES IN THE PARK

Bring your friends and family out for a night under the stars!

Allouez will once again host 3 Movies in the Park this summer.

Time: Movie to begin at Dusk

Dates:

FREE EVENT

FRENZY ON THE FOX

January 13th 2023 5:30pm Check-in Race begins at 6pm

• June 9th - Movie TBD & Sponsor Allouez Optimist Club

• July 21st - Movie TBD & Sponsor TBD

• August 11th - Movie and Sponsor TBD

*Stay tuned to Allouez social media for your chance to voice your opinion on 2023 movie selections.

BE ACTIVE WI 2023!

Registration starts Jan 16th 2023

Cities and towns across Wisconsin are hosting the first ever Community Fitness Challenge! The “Be Active Wisconsin” Community Challenge invites all community members to participate in a virtual challenge to promote active lifestyles, connect people to the outdoors by encouraging use of our parks/ trail systems, and engage Wisconsin communities in a friendly competition!

Competition runs March 1-March 31, registered participants in Allouez will participate as one team to win, all active minutes count (not just running or walking).While there is a personal goal of 200 minutes a week to help motivate and to give you a goal to strive for, there are no requirements and no awards given for personal goals so that you can customize it based on your needs.

Participants will log their minutes weekly via a google docs link. The link to the form will be emailed to all registered participants on March 1. Updates on Allouez’s progress will be released weekly through our social media channels (Facebook and Twitter).

Fee: $15 per person

*Registration fee cover cost of challenge T-Shirt.

Ages: 2 and up

Register at: https://allouez.recdesk.com/

THE GREAT YETI HUNT!

Eddie the Yeti has gone missing! The Allouez Parks & Recreation Department has tracked Eddie’s footprints to some of the parks in Allouez. Can you help the Allouez Parks and Recreation department find Eddie? Each week during the month of January the Allouez Recreation department will post clues to where Eddie might be hiding. Families are asked to take a photo with Eddie and send it to recreation@villageofallouezwi.gov to be entered in for a weekly prize. The Allouez Parks and Recreation Department will give updates every Monday to where his tracks have been spotted along with clues to the park he might be hiding out in.

Your Mission: Follow the clues and head to the Allouez Parks to find Eddie!

If you find Eddie: Snap a photo with Eddie and send the picture with your name and the park you found him at to recreation@villageofallouezwi.gov. We kindly ask that once you find Eddie and snap your photo, to put him back where you found him to allow other families the chance to find him! Your picture may be used on our Village website or Facebook page!

*Limit 1 weekly prize per family* Cost: FREE!

Dates: Jan 2nd – Jan 27th

FAMILY CAMP OUT IN THE PARK

Roll out your sleeping bags and pop up your tents for this unique camping experience in Green Isle Park! You and your family will create lasting memories at our first of its kind camp out event. Registration will include a campsite area, activities, s’mores and premiere seating for our movie in the park that is happening the same night as our family camp out.

Aug 11-12

Check-In Starts 6pm

Fee: $20 per family of 4 and $10 per additional person.

ADULT EASTER EGG HUNT

Who says kids should have all the fun? The Town of Ledgeview, the Village of Allouez & the Ledgeview Golf Course have teamed up to bring you our 2023 Adults Only Easter Egg Hunt! This Easter egg hunt has a twist- the entire event is conducted outdoors in the dark within the limits of the Ledgeview Golf Course. Participants are encouraged to run like wild heathen children sugared up on chocolate bunnies, elbowing friends out of the way during the fast paced race to hunt down the best prize. Not interested in the hunt? Stick around for our Easter themed games, delicious food, live music, photos with the bunny & of course the cold drinks! This is a rain, shine or snow event!

Date: March 25th 5-7:30pm

$20 Preregistered

SPECIAL EVENTS

FREE EVENT

POOCHES & PINTSSUMMER KICK-OFF

Date: Thursday, June 15th

Time: 4pm-8pm

Location: Green Isle Park

Join us for our Annual Pooches & Pints Summer Kick-Off Event! Enjoy local craft beer, food trucks, pet vendors and a pop-up off leash dog park!

POOCHES & PINTSBARKTOBERFEST

Date: Saturday, September 9th

Location: Green Isle Park

Kick-off the Fall season with your 4 legged friend. Enjoy local craft Fall beer, food trucks, pet vendors, and pop-up off leash dog park.

YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAMS

YOUTH TENNIS

Classes Presented by Green Bay Tennis Center

Registration starts March 27th 2023

LOCATION: Green Isle Park

FEE: $43R/$54 NR

TUESDAY CLASSES

Ages 4-10

Tennis lessons are offered to teach the fundamentals of tennis in a FUN atmosphere and format. The kids use smaller racquets, courts and low compression tennis balls so they don’t bounce as high - PERFECT FOR THIS AGE.

Session 1: June 13-July 11 (NO CLASS July 4th)

Session 2: July 18th- Aug 15

CLASS TIMES:

Ages 4-5: 9:00-10:00am

Ages 6-7: 10:00-11:00am

Ages 8-10: 11:00-12:00pm

THURSDAY CLASSES

Ages 11-18

Session 1: June 15- July 13

Session 2: July 20th- Aug 17th

INTRO TO TENNIS

Tennis lessons are offered to teach the fundamentals of the life long sport of tennis for kids that haven’t been exposed to the game at an earlier age. They will start with low compression balls and move to the regular yellow ball, learning to play the game in just 5 weeks.

Ages 11-14: 9:00-10:00am

Youth pickleball classes will be available for the 2023 summer. Exact times and dates will be made available once finalized. Stay tuned to our website for dates, times, and available classes.

ADULT FITNESS

Registration for all Fitness classes going on now!!

METABOLIC STRENGTH TRAINING CLASS

When: Mondays

Session 1: January 9-30 Session 2: February 20-13

Session 3: March 27-April 17

Session 4: April 24-May 15

Time: 6:05am-6:45am

Location: Green Isle Park Pavilion

Cost: $30 R/$37 NR

Classes Taught by: Heather Trevarthen, owner and fitness trainer of Ellipse Fitness

Join us for metabolic strength training as we aim to move better, get stronger, and be healthier with workouts designed to target the entire body. Every week will host a different look and feel to keep it interesting! We’ll start with a dynamic warmup and then jump into things including exercises to get you stronger, your heart pumping, and of course fun and laughs along the way. We’ll be breaking out the agility ladders, jam balls, and more!

Class is open to all fitness levels! This class is scalable for beginner to novice. A personal trainer will be with you guiding and assisting throughout your workout.

Equipment Needed:

• Please bring a mat/towel/blanket for any floor work, fitness clothes/shoes, and water.

• Equipment will be provided, but if you have a favorite resistance tube, weights, or jump rope you would like to learn to better utilize, bring it along!

HIIT CLASS (HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING )

When: Wednesdays

Session 1: Jan 11-Feb 1

Session 2: Feb 22- March 15

Session 3: March 29- April 19 Session 4: April- 26- May 17

Age: 12 years and older Time: 9:15am-9:45am

Location: Green Isle Park Pavilion

Cost: $30 R/$37 NR

Classes Taught by: Heather Trevarthen, owner and fitness trainer of Ellipse Fitness

Join us for socially-distanced HIIT classs! Shorter on time for a workout? Join us for a 30-minute ex-press high intensity interval training workout. Don’t let the “high intensity” word scare you! “High Intensity” is YOUR high, which might be different from your neighbor. Join us as we aim to move better, get stronger, and be healthier with workouts designed to target the entire body. Every week will host a different look and feel to keep it interesting!

Class is open to all fitness levels! This class is scalable for beginner to novice. A personal trainer will be with you guiding and assisting throughout your workout.

Equipment Needed:

• Please bring a mat/towel/blanket for any floor work, fitness clothes/shoes, and water.

The above class will be hosted by Heather Trevarthen, owner of Ellipse Fitness for the past 14 years. As a long-time certified personal and group fitness trainer, she has worked with almost every fitness level, body type, and limitation. She would love to help get you moving well and feeling better!

The above classes will be hosted by Heather Trevarthen, owner of Ellipse Fitness for the past 14 years. As a long-time certified personal and group fitness trainer, she has worked with almost every fitness level, body type, and limitation. She would love to help get you moving well and feeling better!

If you have any questions on the class please contact: Heather Trevarthen at • Email: allouez@ellipsefitness.com • Call/Text: 920-785-8017

ADULT/SENIOR PROGRAMS

SENIOR FITNESS

50 and over

** Free for SilverSneakers™ & RenewActive Members**

OFFERED YEAR ROUND!

SENIOR STRETCH/CHAIR YOGA

Move your body through seated and standing yoga poses with chair support designed to increase flexibility, balance, and range of motion.

THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS

THURSDAY: 8:30-9:15am

*Includes 15 min. of optional floor work.

SATURDAY: 9:00-9:45am

*Does not include any floor work

LOCATION: Allouez Village Hall

Classes start: Thursday, January 5th

SENIOR CARDIO/STRENGTH CLASS

This is a class for all fitness levels from beginner to experienced. A variety of exercises are used to help increase cardio endurance while also strengthening muscle.

TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS

TIME: 8:30-9:15am

LOCATION: Allouez Village Hall

For questions please email instructor Faye Nedobeck at fnedobeck@gmail.com

LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE

The Lifelong Learning Institute at UW-Green Bay is a friendly member-led program offering non-credit educational enrichment programs to adults of all ages and all educational backgrounds. There are no educational prerequisites, no grades, no tests, no papers—just learning for the fun of it.

Classes are offered on a wide variety of topics and in a variety of lengths and formats, including lectures on history, government, finance, science & nature and more, discussions, hands-on arts, crafts, cooking, and technology classes, and exercise classes. All presenters are volunteers. Classes are held at UWGreen Bay and throughout the community.

New members are always welcome.

Come join the fun!

Registration can be done at any time by visiting the LLI website: http://www.uwgb.edu/LLI or calling the LLI office at 920-465-2356.

Semesters run August-December and January-May. Cost is $140 for the year or $75 for those that join for the Spring Semester only.

2023 SENIOR HALLOWEEN DINNER & DANCE

Registration starts September 4th 2023

Come celebrate the fall season, including the Halloween holiday with a social function just for older adults! Whether you choose to dance the night away, listen to the wonderful live music, or socialize with friends and other members of the community, you’re sure to have a great time. Enjoy a family style dinner with all the fixings and note that Halloween costumes are welcome, but not required. A cash bar will be available and raffle basket tickets will be sold.

DATE: Thursday, October 26th

TIME: 5:00pm Check In, 6:00pm Dinner, Dancing and Music until 9:00pm

LOCATION: The Rock Garden (1951 Bond St.)

COST: $20

SENIOR EVENTS

2023 SENIOR VALENTINE’S

DINNER & DANCE

Registration Going on Now!!

Join us for our 13th annual Valentine’s Day Dinner and Dance! Whether you choose to dance the night away, listen to wonderful live music, or socialize with friends and other members of the community, you’re sure to have a great time. Enjoy a family style dinner with all the fixings and bring your valentine or come with friends and neighbors! A cash bar will be available and raffle basket tickets will be sold.

DATE: Tuesday February 14th

TIME: 5:00pm Check In, 6:00pm Dinner, Dancing and Music until 9:00pm

LOCATION: The Rock Garden (1951 Bond St.)

COST: $20

PICKLEBALL 101 WORKSHOP

Presented by Packerland Pickleball

Learn from experienced players from Packerland Pickleball Players group. Learn the basics needed to play; like positioning, scoring, conditioning, and technique. Open to anyone 18 years and older.

DATE: TBD

TIME: TBD

LOCATION: Kiwanis Park (3517 East River Dr.)

COST: $12 Residents/$15 Non-Residents

2023 SENIOR HOLIDAY GALA

Registration starts September 4th 2023

Join us as we kick off the holiday season with an evening of holiday fun. Bring your friends or meet some new ones at the event! Festivities include dancing to the live music, a tasty family style chicken dinner, a variety of raffles, door prizes, and even a 50/50 raffle! Register early to hold your space to this popular event!

DATE: TBD

TIME: 5:00pm Check In • 5:30PM Dinner Dancing and Music until 9:00pm

LOCATION: TBD

COST: TBD

2023 SENIOR SUMMER PICNIC

Registration starts May 1 2023

Come enjoy a relaxing evening in the Park, listen and dance to the live music or socialize with family, friends, and neighbors. Enjoy a picnic buffet with burgers, brats, & hot dogs and all the fixings! Take part in our raffle baskets, tickets will be sold.

DATE: Thursday June 29th

TIME: 4:00pm Check In • 4:30pm Dinner Dancing and Music until 7:00pm

LOCATION: Green Isle Pavilion (900 Greene Ave.)

COST: $16

* Teams will be registered on a first come, first serve basis

** Teams must have registration form with manager information and team fee or 3 players fees paid to register.

SUMMER KICKBALL

Registration is January 30-April 7

Get your co-workers and friends together to have some summer fun. Teams will play 10 regular league games and an elimination tournament. First game will be in early May.

TUESDAYS: (Max 10 Teams)

LOCATION: Green Isle Park

SPONSOR FEE: $125

PLAYER FEE: $25 R/$30 NR

TIME: Games start at 6:00 p.m.

SUMMER BEAN BAG LEAGUE

Registration is January 30-April 7

Games are played Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Green Isle. Tuesday and Thursday Nights are open Leagues for all teams (Max 8 Teams). Season will consist of a 7 week season (2 games per night; 14 games total). Season will end with an elimination tournament.

TUESDAY AND THURSDAY LEAGUES AVAILABLE

Mid May through Mid July

LOCATION: Green Isle Park

TEAM FEE: $25 R/ $35 NR

*Residency based on Managers residency status.

TIME: Games start at 6:00 p.m.

SUMMER SLOWPITCH SOFTBALL

Registration is January 9- March 10

Games are played Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings at Green Isle. Monday night is an OVER 30 league (Max 8 Teams). Wednesday league will be a COMPETITVE league (Max 8 Teams). Thursday will be a FUN Recreational League. (Max 8 Teams). Season will end with an elimination tournament. First game will start at the end of April 2023.

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY

LOCATION: Green Isle Park

SPONSOR FEE: $150

PLAYER FEE: $30 R/$40 NR

TIME: Games start at 6:00 p.m.

Village of Allouez is accepting applications for 2023 ADULT LEAGUE UMPIRES

For more information contact: recreation@villageofallouezwi.gov or visit: http://www.villageofallouezwi.gov/ community/employment/

ALLOUEZ YEAR ROUND LEISURE ACTIVITIES

PICKLEBALL COURTS AT KIWANIS PARK

• Open to all users.

• First come, first serve use.

• Check allouez.recdesk.com for upcoming classes and tournaments.

• 6 pickleball courts

CANOE/KAYAK LAUNCHES AT:

• Optimist Kayakers Point • East Lawn Park

SLEDDING HILL

The Village of Allouez has a sledding hill at Webster Park. This hill is UNSUPERVISED, open to the public, and FREE. The hill is not lighted for night-time sledding. The Village assumes no liability for any injuries or damage to equipment.

ICE SKATING RINK

The ice rink is located at Green Isle Park and is scheduled to open as soon as appropriate weather and ice are obtained. This ice skating rink is UNSUPERVISED. https://allouez.recdesk.com

RUNNING/WALKING TRAILS

• The Fox River Trail will once again be plowed during the winter for use by runners and walkers from the City of Green Bay through Allouez and the City of De Pere by the Brown County Parks Department.

• The Resch Family East River trail will be cleared of snow for walkers and runners from Green Isle Park to Wiese Park by the Village of Allouez Parks Department.

CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAIL

• Village of Allouez will groom a 2 mile cross country ski loop from Kiwanis Park through Wiese Park as weather permits.

PARKS AND FORESTRY

RESCH FAMILY EAST RIVER TRAIL

This 2.3 mile recreational trail starts at Green Isle Park and follows the East River south to Wiese Park in Allouez. It is available for nature lovers, walkers, joggers, bicyclists, skaters, and fishing enthusiasts.

ALLOUEZ TRAIL CONNECTION

This ½ mile east-west paved trail connects the Fox River Trail with Webster Avenue. It runs between Heritage Hill State Park and Highway 172 with a pedestrian crossing at Riverside Drive. Users can cross Webster Avenue at Greene Avenue in front of Heritage Hill.

PETS IN ALLOUEZ PARKS

Dogs and cats are not allowed within a village park or other village managed properties unless the pet is on the proper leash. All pets not on the owner’s property must be under the control of the owner or custodian and on a leash not more than six feet in length. There are a few areas in our parks where pets are still not allowed including inside park buildings, on sport fields, within playgrounds, and around picnic areas. It is also the responsibility of the pet owner or custodian to immediately clean up all waste or defecation and properly dispose of it. The person walking the pet shall have in their possession equipment or bags to properly clean up all waste generated by the animal. Failure of a person to abide by these ordinances could result in a fine, loss of driver’s license, and /or jail time.

FOX RIVER STATE RECREATION TRAIL

The Fox River State Recreation Trail runs the entire length of the village along the Fox River. A state trail pass is required for all people age 16 or older, who enjoy the Fox River Trail for biking, horseback riding, and in-line skating, however for walking, jogging or hiking a pass is not needed. Annual trail passes can be purchased at the Allouez Village Hall or through Brown County Parks.

The trail will now be open in Allouez during the winter for users to enjoy walking, jogging, or bicycling. For more information on the Fox River State Trail please contact the Brown County Parks Department at (920) 448-6242 or visit the county parks website at www.browncountyparks.org.

No Smoking in Allouez Parks

Smoking and use of electronic smoking devices is prohibited in all Village parks and trails per Article IV of Chapter 195 of the Village Code. Violators may be subject to municipal citations and fines.

In general we are reminding pet owners to control and clean up after their animal because it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also the law. For more information about animals within the Village of Allouez please read Chapter 151 of the Allouez Code on the Village website at www.villageofallouezwi.gov/government/codes-policies.

Keep Parks Clean

Trash should be placed in the appropriate receptacles in the park or carried out with you. Keeping the parks safe and clean is everyone’s responsibility. Let’s work on this together.

PARKS AND FORESTRY

MEMORIAL BENCHES AND TREES

Many times people want to remember loved ones that have passed on. Giving a Memorial Park Bench or Memorial Tree are great ways for them and family members for generations to come to visit and reflect on this important person in their life.

Others may wish to donate to honor that special someone in their life. This may include a child’s birth, marriage, anniversary, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day or any other special occasion.

Organizations and businesses may wish to give back to the community. Installing a bench or tree in a Village park through the Memorial Park Bench Program or A Living Memory Tree Program will ensure that the entire community will benefit for generations to come from their kind generosity.

The Village of Allouez has many park locations to select to have a memorial installed, including sports complexes, neighborhood parks, trails, and natural park areas. These benches and trees will enhance our parks, and offer a resting area for leisure, reflection, and relaxation. Donors also have has the option of purchasing a plaque, at an additional expense, to be placed with the bench or tree.

For more information on these programs please visit the Village of Allouez Parks Department webpage at www.villageofallouezwi.gov/depts/parks-and-facilities/ or contact the department at 448-2805.

VOLUNTEER IN OUR VILLAGE

Parks and trails are an important part of our neighborhoods and our Village. They offer numerous benefits by creating recreational, educational, and community opportunities. Here is another way to benefit from the parks...Volunteer! With a wide range of parks and trails located throughout the village, several volunteer opportunities are available:

• Maintaining landscapes, flower beds, or round-abouts throughout the community including the Webster Avenue and Riverside Drive beds, Green Isle Park landscapes beds, or Hoffman Road roundabout to name a few.

• Invasive species removal on village properties and park areas

• Litter pick-up and removal in parks and along trails

• Eagle Scout projects

• Village Special Events

PARKS AND FORESTRY

STREET TREE INFORMATION

The Village of Allouez Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department maintains all street trees that grow within the street right-of-way throughout the community. Per Chapter 404 of the Village of Allouez Code of Ordinances …

The Village Board shall have full jurisdiction, authority, responsibility and control of all trees and shrubs which now or which may hereafter exist upon any public place in this Village. The Village Board is also given full jurisdiction, authority and control to issue the permits hereinafter provided for and to exercise any and all of the power herein granted. The Village Board shall have the authority to delegate all or part of its authority to its subordinates as the Board may determine from time to time.

The Department maintains all of the street trees utilizing a Tree Pruning Plan. This plan emphasizes Best Management Practices for arboricultural care and relies on three different pruning operations; training pruning, routine pruning, and request pruning. The first two operations rely on a scheduled cycle, while the latter operation is typically scheduled monthly throughout the year. The Village is divided into 9 different forest management units for management, maintenance, and to increased efficiency by reducing crew travel time to a minimum.

TREE PRUNING

Tree pruning for clearances over roadways, sidewalks, obstacles, and for vision follow these minimum standards for the safety and wellbeing of motorists and pedestrians.

Due to an increase in tree removals because of tree mortality from emerald ash borer, routine section pruning has been put on hold and request pruning will be limited. For more information on village urban forestry services please visit the Forestry Division webpage at www.villageofallouezwi.gov/depts/forestry.

Street / Roadway 14 feet Sidewalk 10 feet Building 10 feet

Street Light

Street Sign / Traffic Light

Vision Triangle

Sufficient branch wood for adequate street lighting on pavement and clearance of light photo eye.

Clear line of site to signs / lights.

Clear line of site at street intersection for pedestrian and vehicular safety.

PARKS AND FORESTRY

PUBLIC TREES

The Village Forestry Department continues ash tree removals of infested trees along the streets and other public properties within the community. The Department will contact property owners prior to removal of a street tree, will schedule the removal and restoration of the tree stump, and provide a replacement tree if space allows. Please contact the Department if you have a street tree that is showing signs of infestation.

PRIVATE PROPERTY TREES

Trees that become infested will begin dying from the top of the tree down and can become a hazard to homeowners, their neighbors, and the general public. Proactive care or removal can be much more cost effective than waiting until a tree is completely dead. Please be aware that infested trees will not only affect you as a homeowner, but also your neighbors or general public if the tree reaches over property lines or could fall onto another’s property. It is the responsibility of the property owner to maintain and mitigate any nuisance, sick, or hazardous tree per village code 404-5. If left unchecked, the property owner could be liable for damages or subject to municipal citations.

The Village does not currently have assistance programs for tree removals on private property. A listing of qualified contractors can be viewed on the Village of Allouez Forestry webpage at www.villageofallouezwi.gov/depts/forestry/ documents/ or obtained at Village Hall. The Village of Allouez does not endorse any single contractor nor is this a complete listing of all contractors that may do this type of work. Please research and make sure the contractor is insured and capable of performing the required work. Any debris, branches, or wood that is generated from the removal by a contractor must be disposed of by that contractor. The Village will not collect wood products from contractor removed trees.

EMERALD ASH BORER INFORMATION

Allouez has seen widespread tree infestation and mortality due to emerald ash borers (EAB) on public and private properties in the last few years. For additional information on EAB visit the Village of Allouez Forestry webpage at : http://www.villageofallouezwi.gov/depts/forestry/emerald-ash-tree/ www.villageofallouezwi.gov/depts/forestry/emerald-ash-tree/

Ash Leaves, Bark, & Twig

Epicormic Sprouts on Ash

S-Shaped Larval Galleries

PARKS, RECREATION & FORESTRY

THANK YOU TO 2022 ALLOUEZ PARK AND RECREATION SPONSORS:

PARK SPONSORS:

Beautification Committee: Flowers & Landscape along Webster Riverside & other areas in Allouez

RECREATION SPONSORS:

Allouez Movie in the Park: Allouez Optimists Club Allouez Lion’s Club Zesty’s Frozen Custard & Grill Kwik Trip

Pooches & Pints- Summer Kick-Off: Sponsor: Partner: Misfit Mutts Dog Rescue

Pooches & Pints- Barktoberfest: Sponsor: Somerville Inc. Partner: Misfit Mutts Dog Rescue Senior Summer Picnic: Sponsor: Assisted Living by Hillcrest Partner: Green Bay PRN Home Health & Therapy 2022 Summer Camp: Craig Siminski of CMS Retirement Gallagher’s Pizza Orthodontic Specialists of Green Bay Robert E. Lee & Associates, Inc.

*If you or your business are interested in sponsoring Allouez Parks and Recreation please contact Emma Magadanz at emma.magadanz@villageofallouezwi.gov

The Village of Allouez would like to thank all of the 2022 sponsors for helping keep Allouez a quality place for Parks, Recreation, and Forestry!

Park Name Acreage Enclosed Shelter Outdoor Shelter Restrooms Playground Picnic Area Basketball Volleyball Tennis Walk Trail Ice Rink Soccer Field Sledding Hill Fishing Ball diamond Canoe/Kayak Disc Golf Pickleball

Broadview Soccer Complex (2800 East River Dr) 17.4 X X X

East Lawn (1515 Boyd St.) 4.9 X X X X X X X

Green Isle (900 Greene Ave) 51.4 X X X X X X X X X X X X

Kiwanis (3517 East River Dr.) 38.3 X X X X X X X X

Langlade (394 Broadview Dr.) 6 X X X X X X

Optimist-Miracle League Field (1681 Libal) 10.2 X X X X X

Riverview (901 Broadview) 17.5 X X X X

Sunlight (3400 Park Dr) 2.3 X

Sunset (642 Sunset Cir.) 3.6 X

PH Martin Webster (2111 Jourdain Ln.) 15.4 X X X X X X X Wiese (901 LeBrun Rd) 28.8 X X X X X X

Optimist Kayakers Point (415 W. Lazarre Ave.) X

GREEN ISLE PAVILION:

900 GREENE AVE BLDG. A

Located in beautiful Green Isle Park, the pavilion is an ideal place to hold your event. Whether it is for a wedding, family or company picnics, bridal or baby showers, we have the facility to meet your needs.

The pavilion is available for rent seven (7) days a week from 9:00 a.m.—10:00 p.m. throughout the entire year. * The Pavilion will not be available on holidays observed by the Village. The pavilion is heated and includes kitchen facilities, tables and chairs (enough to seat 160 people), and the gazebo.