This Week’s City Meeting

Finance Committee Meeting – Tuesday, Sept. 23 @ 5:00 p.m.
Agenda
Whitewater Municipal Building Cravath Lakefront
Room, 2nd Floor, 312 West Whitewater St.
*In Person and Virtual
Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join our webinar via computer, smart phone, or telephone.
Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82978131573
Telephone: +1 (312) 626-6799 US
Webinar ID: 832 7813 1573

Whitewater Lions Club Annual Halloween Pancake Breakfast – Sunday, Oct. 26

Mark your calendars for Sunday October 26th, 8 AM to 11:30 AM!
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at our beautiful facility overlooking Whitewater Lake. As always, our menu features pancakes, eggs, Nordskov coffee and our famous sausage links!
The cost is a free will donation, give what you can. All profits go to the Whitewater Food Pantry.

Rainbow Community Care Presents Free “Strong Foundations” Event on Fall Prevention

Fort Atkinson, WI – Rainbow Community Care invites the public to a free community event focused on fall prevention, safety, and healthy living, taking place on Tuesday, September 30th, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The Strong Foundations: Fall Risk and Safety Checks Summit will be held at the Fort Atkinson Club, located at 211 S. Water St. E, with doors opening at 8:00 AM.

This event is hosted by the Faith Nurses of the Rainbow Community Health Ministry, and is open to older adults, caregivers, family members, and anyone interested in learning more about staying safe and steady at home and within their community. It will feature a variety of helpful resources, including:

  • Free fall risk screenings
  • Complimentary safety checks
  • Informative presentations from local professionals
  • Giveaways and educational resources
  • Opportunities to connect with community organizations that support safer living

The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Jefferson County will also be onsite to provide respite support for individuals living with mild cognitive impairment or dementia.

“Falls are a leading cause of injury for older adults, but many of these incidents are preventable,” said Rainbow Community Care Resource Liaison Britanie Peaslee. “This event is designed to provide practical tools and information to help people live safely and independently. We encourage everyone to attend and invite a friend.”

Whether you’re concerned about your own balance or are caring for someone who is, this is a great opportunity to receive helpful tips and support in a relaxed, friendly setting, and even enter a raffle for a gift basket and other giveaways. The event is a collaborative effort designed to raise awareness and provide valuable support and resources to community members on healthy living and community connection.

13th Annual Discover Whitewater Series, Sunday, Sept. 21

It is almost time for the 13th annual Discover Whitewater Series 5K, Half Marathon, and Half Marathon Teams race!

This year, we are very excited to host our race at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, including having our finish on the 50-yard-line at Perkin’s Stadium Football Field! Post-race activities, facilities, Kids Korral, and more will be available on campus as well. Both races will start on Schwager Drive- maps are linked below for reference.

5K Map Half Marathon Map General Map

Chancellor Corey King will be making opening remarks and he will be accompanied by Super Intendent Samuel Karns. The post-race award ceremony will occur for each category promptly after our top 3 runners finish.

Here is the order of events:

  • 6:00 a.m.-7:30 a.m. Packet pick-up 
  • 7:45 a.m. Opening announcements
  • 7:55 a.m. Half Marathon Wheelchair Division Start 
  • 8:00 a.m. Half Marathon Start
  • 8:10 a.m. 5k Wheelchair Division Start 
  • 8:15 a.m. 5K Start
  • 9:00 a.m. Appx. time for 5K Award Ceremony
  • 10:00 a.m. Appx. time for Half Marathon Award Ceremony
  • 12:00p.m. Course closes

Parking will be available in lots 9 & 11.

Mark Your Calendar: September Concert Highlights

Visit the College of Arts and Communication website to explore our full list of events. Reserve your spot for upcoming ticketed shows or enjoy our enriching non-ticketed events for free. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to engage with creativity and culture – join us and let the arts ignite your imagination!

Whitcomb/deVries Duo
September 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Light Recital Hall

Celebrate the 20th tour of the acclaimed cello/piano duo Vincent deVries and Benjamin Whitcomb as they return to the stage with a dynamic program of works by Beethoven and Dohnányi. This seasoned duo promises an evening of unforgettable music. Don’t miss this milestone performance from two masters.

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Matthew Onstad – Faculty Trumpet Recital
September 21 at 1 p.m.
Light Recital Hall

Join Dr. Matthew Onstad for a captivating Faculty Trumpet Recital, joined by pianist Dr. Diana Shapiro. This dynamic program of trumpet and piano repertoire features the world premiere of an exciting new work by acclaimed composer Su Lian Tan. Experience the brilliance and artistry of two outstanding faculty performers in an unforgettable afternoon of music.

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Misty Shore Duo
September 25 & 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Light Recital Hall

Misty Shore Duo, including piano and live electronic performance, will present 2 portrait concerts of work by the members of the duo. The first concert, on September 25, will feature the mature works by pianist Chen-Hui Jen, while the second, on September 26, will include 2 large-scale works by electronic performer Jacob Sudol.

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Seniors in the Park Presents “The Friend”

“The Friend”

Tuesday, September 23, 1 p.m.

(Comedy/Drama) Rated R (language)

1 hour, 59 minutes (2025).

When a solitary writer adopts and bonds with a Great Dane that belonged to a late friend, she begins to come to terms with her past and her own creative life. Starring Naomi Watts, Bill Murray and Apollo (Great Dane). “A fresh, fun, sentimental and meaningful film” says The Hollywood Reporter. 

Seniors in the Park is located in Starin Park, 504 W. Starin Road. Although there is no charge to attend, regular participants are encouraged to join Seniors in the Park. The annual fee for residents of the Whitewater Unified School District is $10 and non-residents is $15. The funds support about half of the cost of our front desk staff person for 15 hours per week. The rest comes out of our fundraising monies. If you cannot afford the fee, we have a fund that will cover it for you. Fees are accepted at the Starin Park Community Building or online at https://schedulesplus.com/wwtr/kiosk/

Local Student Graduates from University of Dubuque

The University of Dubuque is excited to celebrate the academic accomplishments of undergraduate, graduate, and seminary students who graduated this summer.

Whitewater, WI

 Jonathan Mayer, Master in Management – Aviation Leadership

This Week’s School Board Meeting

Monday, September 22, 2025
Whitewater School Board – Regular Meeting 
Whitewater High School Library 
534 South Elizabeth Street, Whitewater, Wisconsin 
6:00 p.m. via Zoom Online 
– URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89329605814?pwd=TVqnVI4kSrdqJ1z1H10hPlLZ7qodrz.1 – Passcode: 363074 
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– Dial-in: 1-312-626-6799 
– Webinar ID: 893 2960 5814 
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PUBLIC NOTICE: The meeting will be live streamed via Zoom for those Board members and individuals unable to attend in-person. If you require special accommodations to fully participate, please notify the School Board Secretary by phone (262) 472-8713 or in writing at least 24 hours prior to the meeting time. 
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If participants wish to speak on Agenda Items they may speak regarding specific issues on the agenda at the time the Board discusses that item. A Citizen Comment Request should be filled out prior to speaking. In accordance to Board Policy 187, personal criticism and/or derogatory remarks directed at School Board members or employees of the district will not be tolerated. Should there be a number of citizens planning to speak, the President will announce the total time for citizen comments and divide the time between speakers equally with no more than three minutes allotted to each participant. The Board will not be able to respond to individual questions at the meeting. Complaints against an employee should be sent to the Superintendent or Board in writing with your signature. Please keep in mind that students often attend or view board meetings. Speakers remarks should therefore be suitable for an audience that includes Kindergarten through 12th grade students. An officer of the Board may interrupt, warn or terminate speakers’ statements that are unrelated to the business of the School District or inappropriate for K-12 students or is disruptive to an orderly, productive meeting. – 

The time estimates noted for agenda items are for informational purposes only and may not be reflective of actual discussion during the meeting. 

1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 

3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA (Action Item) 

4. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS – NONE 

5. STUDENT REPORTS – 5 MINUTES 

A. Whitewater Student Council Report – Whitewater Middle School 

6. PUBLIC COMMENTS 

A. Citizens may speak under Public Comments, but no School Board action will be taken. Issues raised may become a part of a future agenda. Participants are allotted a three-minute speaking period. A Citizen Comment Request should be filled out prior to speaking. In accordance to Board Policy 187, personal criticism and/or derogatory remarks directed at School Board members or employees of the district will not be tolerated. Should there be a number of citizens planning to speak, the President will announce the total time for citizen comments and divide the time between speakers equally with no more than three minutes allotted to each participant. The Board will not be able to respond to individual questions at the meeting. Complaints against an employee should be sent to the Superintendent or Board in writing with your signature. Please keep in mind that students often attend or view board meetings. Speakers’ remarks should therefore be suitable for an audience that includes Kindergarten through 12th grade students. The Board President or officers of the Board may interrupt, warn or terminate speakers’ statements that are unrelated to the business of the School District or inappropriate for K-12 students or disruptive to an orderly, productive meeting. The time estimates noted for agenda items are for informational purposes only and may not be reflective of actual discussion during the meeting. 

7. SPECIAL REPORTS AND/OR ACTION 

A. Report on Washington DC Trip 

B. 2027 Trip to Washington DC/New York City 

C. 2027 Trip to England and France 

D. District Goals Presentation (Pillars) 

E. WHS Booster club to present on recent improvements to the JV Baseball fields and present donation of $13,000 to the district for the HUDL Subscription 

8. PERSONNEL REPORT (Action Items) – NONE 

9. SUPERINTENDENT REPORTS – 5 MINUTES 

A. Superintendent Update – Celebrations; look, listen, and learn update 

10. BUSINESS OFFICE REPORTS – 10 MINUTES 

A. Preliminary 2025-26 Budget Report 

11. CONSENT AGENDA (Action Item) – 5 MINUTES 

A. Voucher Approval – August 2025 

B. Donations for $1,020.00 from several donors. 

C. Minutes Approval of Regular Meeting – August 25, 2025 

D. Minutes Approval of Policy Review Committee Meeting – September 8, 2025 

12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 

A. Bray’s Architecture Milestone Updates 

B. Building Solutions Referendum Update 

C. Referendum Update for cameras and doors 

D. Superintendent goals 

13. NEW BUSINESS (Action Items) – 10 MINUTES 

A. Donation for $5,183.61 from several donors as part of the DonorsChoose Project for Ferradermis. B. Donation for $5,000.00 from Kiwanis to the Family Emergency Fund for shoes and coats. C. 225, Superintendent Evaluation, For Immediate Implementation. 

D. 225-Ex, Superintendent Evaluation Tool, For Immediate Implementation. 

E. 671.1 Payday Schedules, For Immediate Implementation 

14. BOARD MEMBER REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

A. Future Agenda Items 

15. BOARD COMMUNICATIONS 

A. Board Engagement Opportunities 

16. ADJOURN INTO CLOSED SESSION 

A. Adjourn into closed session, (Action Item) pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(f), considering financial, medical, social or personal histories or disciplinary data of specific persons, preliminary consideration of specific personnel problems or the investigation of charges against specific persons except where par. (b) applies which, if discussed in public, would be likely to have a substantial adverse effect upon the reputation of any person referred to in such histories or data, or involved in such problems or investigations, specifically, to discuss a busing issue and revisit ACC stipulations or criteria for to appoint members. When closed session ends, the meeting ends. 

17. ADJOURN