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Whitewater Unified School District School Board – Special Meeting – Monday @ 5:00 p.m.
Whitewater High School Library
534 South Elizabeth Street
Agenda: CLOSED SESSION: to conduct superintendent screening interviews; when closed session ends, the meeting will end.

City of Whitewater Plan & Architectural Review Commission – Monday @ 6:00 pm.
Agenda includes Discussion and possible approval of an Amendment to the Specific Implementation Plan
for WES Homes & Condos, LLC and Teronomy Builders. Located on S Waters Edge Drive
and Parkside Drive.
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room,
312 West Whitewater St.
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Whitewater Unified School District School Board – Special Meeting – Tuesday @ 5:00 p.m.
Whitewater High School Library
534 South Elizabeth Street
Agenda: CLOSED SESSION: to conduct superintendent screening interviews; when closed session ends, the meeting will end.

City of Whitewater Public Works Committee – Tuesday @ 5:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion and Possible Action regarding proposed artwork on traffic signal control boxes, Discussion and Possible Action regarding pedestrian safety on W. Main Street, Discussion and Possible Action regarding the maintenance of terrace retaining wall at 815 Highland Street.
Cravath Lakefront Room, 2nd Floor
312 W. Whitewater St.
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Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
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City of Whitewater Common Council Visioning Session = Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m.
Whitewater Municipal Building, Cravath Lakefront
Room, 2nd Floor, 312 West Whitewater St.,
Whitewater, WI 53190
Agenda includes Discussion regarding City Council Goals and Priorities, Discussion and Possible Action regarding the City of Whitewater Strategic Plan.
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City of Whitewater Council Get Together – Tuesday @ 8:00 p.m. or when Visioning Session is over
Second Salem Brewing Co., 111 West Whitewater
St., Whitewater, WI 53190
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
This notice is given to inform the Public that the City of Whitewater is hosting Common Council Get
Together with City of Whitewater Common Councilmembers. The information follows:
When: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 around 8:00 pm or when the Council Visioning Session is over.
Where: Second Salem Brewing Co., 111 West Whitewater St., Whitewater, WI 53190.

City of Whitewater Equal Opportunities Commission – Wednesday @ 5:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Sister City information.
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room,
312 West Whitewater St.
*In Person and Virtual
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City of Whitewater Community TV and Cable Involvement – Thursday @ 5:00 p.m.
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room,
312 West Whitewater St.
Agenda includes Current Ordinance- Lowering the number of members- Currently 9- Move to 7 or 5. 2 year terms
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City of Whitewater Community Development Authority Board of Directors – Thursday @ 5:30 p.m.
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room,
312 West Whitewater St.
Agenda includes Discussion and possible action on responses to RFP for Brokerage Services, Discussion and possible action on Becker & Bolton deal re: 501 N Prospect Drive (292 0515-3434-001), CLOSED SESSION, FOLLOWED BY OPEN SESSION: Safe Pro Loan Terms, Loan Request from Lemon and Sage Beauty Salon 113 W North St, and Edgerton Hospital Loan terms.
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The Whitewater City Market outdoor season kicked off last Tuesday! Join us every Tuesday from May to October, 4–7 PM at the Cravath Lakefront parking lot for fresh produce, locally made goods, food trucks, and community vibes. You do not want to miss the return of Stephani’s fruit crisps!

Bring a lawn chair and stick around for live music at the amphitheater—it’s the perfect way to spend a summer evening downtown!

Adjacent street parking is available on Whitewater Street, Fremont Street, James Street, and also in the municipal lot beside the Train Depot.

Vendors vary somewhat from week to week, but generally include most of the following:

Kristie’s Creative Kitchen • Hoots Fruits & Vegetables • Pat Hall (Author) • Studio 84, Inc • Stephani’s Spot • Books and Art by Kimberly • Wood Street Bakery • Yaegers Small Batch Vegetable • Fields Best Inc. • Best Taste • Pop’s Kettle Corn • Karaiva Farm • Jazzed Up Marshmallows • Kettle Moraine Honey • MY Farm • Moms Demand Action• Daisy Delights • Loon and Pike • Whitewater Creek Coalition • The Vegetable Stand • Aunt Mable’s • Morningside Farm and Orchard & Greenhouses

Come hungry, come curious, and come ready to enjoy your Tuesday nights at the market!

#WhitewaterCityMarket#ShopLocal#SupportLocal#LiveMusic#FoodTrucks#WhitewaterWI#FarmersMarketVibes#DowntownWhitewater

 Why did the market decide to stay in the park rather than the Depot?

Lisa Dawsey Smith responded, “There are a number of factors that fueled the decision to remain in the park – from positive feedback throughout that portion of the season to renewing the partnership with Parks and Recreation for Concerts in the park to keep live music on the amphitheater stage all summer long. Feel free to stop by to chat about it if desired!”

Palmyra will soon be joining the City of Whitewater as an official “Ice Age Trail Community”!    There are just 22 Trail Communities across the State of Wisconsin; Whitewater and now Palmyra are proud to be 2 of the 22!  

Ice Age Trail (IAT) communities have been designated by the Ice Age Trail Alliance as “hiker-friendly communities” with local businesses that support the work of the IAT where hikers and bikers are encouraged to take a break, stop for a bite to eat and explore what makes our communities unique!  

The Madison Brass Band is thrilled to present their “Spring Awakenings” Concert on May 17th, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Whitewater High School Auditorium under the baton of Musical Director, John Lynch.

“Spring Awakenings” will be a concert of thrilling and wide ranging music! John Williams’ stirring “Olympic Fanfare” opens followed by George Gershwin’s beloved “It Don’t Mean a Thing If It ‘Ain’t Got That Swing.” The rousing Fillmore march “Americans We” will contrast with the dramatic tone poem “Salome.” Peter Meecham’s awe inspiring “Fragile Oasis” effectively paints in sound our beautiful planet as seen from space. Please join us celebrating the season of rebirth with a thrilling evening of brass and percussion music!

Founded in 2002, this group of talented amateur musicians has earned recognition for their outstanding performances, including appearances at prestigious events like the Wisconsin State Convention of the National Band Association and the Wisconsin State Music Conference.

In 2012, they ventured into competitive Brass Band events and achieved Champion of the Second Section in their first NABBA Competition. The band’s dedication is further exemplified by their collaborations with renowned clinicians like Joe Parisi, Scott Teeple, Colin Holman, Mark Taylor and Phillip Harper. Under the direction of Musical Director John Lynch, the band continues to thrive with outstanding performances and a commitment to musical innovation.

Admission is free. Donations will be accepted at the door and will be shared equally with the Whitewater High School Band.

For more information, please visit madisonbrass.com or contact: David Woolpert, (608)-206-5573, dwoolpert@me.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/madisonbrassband/
On the web: madisonbrass.com

A total of 17 students at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater combined to earn 10 Best of the Midwest Media awards for UWW-TV from the Wisconsin Community Media for the 2024-25 academic year.

Carter Waelchli, a Communication major from Whitewater, earned the following award: second place, Warhawk Volleyball vs. UW-Platteville 2024 .

Award winners were recognized at the Midwest Media Fest Conference and Banquet on Thursday, May 1. Attendees had the opportunity to network and celebrate during the exhibitors reception and banquet.

The 2025 Midwest Media Fest Conference and Banquet celebrates local Public, Education, and Government (PEG) Access programming and Low-Power Community Radio programming. The event recognizes local programming produced by both professionals and amateurs and provides producers with feedback on their work from a slate of four judges.

The nine-state Alliance for Community Media Midwest Region includes Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin.

UWW-TV provides students with hands-on experience in producing high-quality content both behind the scenes and on camera. To learn more about UWW-TV, visit uwwtv.org

Theme: Artistic works that capture the essence and aesthetics of life in Wisconsin.

Jurors for the 1st Annual Paint Wisconsin Exhibition:

Frank Juárez is an award-winning art educator, curator, and arts advocate based in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Known for his commitment to elevating contemporary art and supporting Wisconsin artists, Juárez has spearheaded numerous initiatives, including the Midwest Artist Studios Project and the 365 Artists 365 Days Project. In addition to his roles as publisher of Artdose magazine and editor-in-chief of SchoolArts magazine, Juárez has curated exhibitions and juried art shows throughout the Midwest. His dedication to art education and advocacy has earned him numerous accolades, making him a pivotal figure in Wisconsin’s art community.

Graeme Reid serves as the Director of Collections and Exhibitions at the Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA) in West Bend. Originally from Scotland, Reid has curated over 100 exhibitions that celebrate Wisconsin’s artistic talent and cultural heritage. With a background in art history and education, he is also a respected writer, public speaker, and instructor. Reid’s extensive experience and dedication to the arts have established him as a leader in supporting and preserving Wisconsin’s rich artistic legacy.

Thomas Jewell is a renowned representational artist known for his vibrant landscapes, wildlife paintings ,and commissioned portraits. With decades of artistic experience, Jewell’s work has been featured in galleries, museums, and corporate collections across the United States. He is also a seasoned art educator, judge, and illustrator, having led workshops in drawing, watercolor, and acrylic painting. Jewell’s dedication to capturing nature and inspiring others through his art underscores his passion for creativity and community.

Visit Whitewater Arts Alliance for guidelines and online registration.

Editor’s Note: The following was provided by Whitewater YES for Education.

Whitewater YES for Education formed back in 2004 to help support the passage of school district referendums. The group is intentionally and necessarily nonpartisan and not political. Whitewater YES works to keep folks aware of all the positive things happening in our school district. For example, the group maintains a Whitewater YES Facebook Page.

As part of this effort to continue a drumbeat of positivity, during the weekend of May 17 Whitewater YES is putting up bilingual “We Love Whitewater Public Schools” yard signs around the community to celebrate graduation and show support for our teachers, staff, and students. The signs will stay up until Sunday, June 8. The response to this effort by the community has been really positive! 

In a time of real division and polarization, we are hoping this effort brings people together and shows hardworking district staff and proud students that the community cares and supports them. 

If you would like to request a yard sign, please complete this form:   https://forms.gle/ZqM 5uj ECnCR juNe 9  (There are limited quantities available).

Whitewater YES is happy to accept donations for the cost of the signs. If you would like to support that effort, simply send a check made out to Whitewater YES via Sharon McCullough, 1262 W. Melrose Street, Whitewater, WI 53190. 

In May, Seniors in the Park resumes its monthly, Summer Wednesday matinees of independent and foreign art films, including a documentary and an award-winning animated film in the mix. 

“Sing Sing”

Tuesday, May 13, 1 pm

(Docudrama/Prison drama)

Rated R (language); 1 hour, 47 minutes (2023).

Divine G (Colman Domingo), imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he did not commit, finds purpose by acting in a theater group with other incarcerated men and an unforgettable ensemble cast of actual, formerly incarcerated actors. Nominated for three Oscars, including Best Actor, Song, and Screenplay. 

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 our 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/

For more than 30 years the National Association of Letter Carriers has sponsored the largest volunteer one day food collection effort to “Stamp Out Hunger.”  Residents will be receiving postcards and/or plastic bags in the mail as a reminder of the food drive. This food drive is to help relieve shortages that food pantries experience in the spring and summer after holiday donations have been depleted.  Food pantries need our help. One in eight children in the United States-approximately 13 million- are, or may, experience food insecurity. When USPS employees join with people in their neighborhoods to support local pantries, it helps hard-hit families put food on the table.  Just put your nonperishable contribution in or near your mailbox on Saturday, May 10th, and your mail carrier will take the food to the Whitewater Food Pantry.

The Whitewater Community Food Pantry serves over 225 families.  Generous donations and support from everyone make it possible for the food pantry to take care and provide for these families. Last year, the USPS food drive helped collect over 5200 pounds of food for the Whitewater Community Food Pantry. 

Suggested donations include peanut butter, jelly, individual packets of oatmeal, canned tuna, dried cereal, pasta sauce, soups, hygiene products, canned fruits and canned vegetables.   

Our local sponsors include: Whitewater 4-H, Whitewater FFA, Richmond 4-H, LaGrange 4-H, PremierBank, Kwik Trip, Casey’s General Store, Festival Foods, Linda Giorno & Ben Bradley, Ralph & Laurie Giorno, The Whitewater Community Food Pantry, and The Whitewater Post Office.

For more information about Whitewater Community Food Pantry, visit facebook.com/WhitewaterFoodPantry/

Questions? Laurie Giorno, lead volunteer in Whitewater, can be reached at 262-903-9416. 

On May 10^th from 10 am-2 pm at the gymnasium area of Whitewater High School, the Whitewater Unified School District’s Robotics booster club will be hosting the 2^nd Annual Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) Faire to celebrate and support robotics programs across our community. 

Organizations from all over the city and state will be there hosting interactive art, science, and technology activities for kids and adults.  As just a few examples, at the WOOSH Rocketry booth you can design, build, and launch your own compressed air-powered model rocket.  At the US Air Force booth, you can learn about drones in combat and try your hand at flying in a flight simulator.  At the UW-Whitewater’s Media Arts and Game Development booth you can beta test video games and experience virtual reality.  With dozens of exciting exhibitors, you can freeze dry candy, make your own jewelry, carve a walking stick, drive a robot, frost cookies, 3D print a fidget, make your own ice cream, pet a real axolotl, and so much more!  The fair is a fun filled, all ages family event- with face painting, a bounce house, a giant obstacle course, and free books and puzzles to take home.  Kids and adults from age 2 to 102 will all have a great time!  The event is free with a donation for the Lakeland Animal Shelter (shelter staff will be at the faire with adoptable puppies and kittens to cuddle).

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An exciting addition to this year’s event is the LEGO build competition for children in K-12 grade sponsored by Lake Home Info, LLC.  Children can build their own LEGO creations, exhibit their work at the faire, and receive amazing LEGO kit prizes for their designs.  To learn more please visit:  https://forms.gle/jpMyfqvJYZ89geg4A.

Robotics is a wonderful opportunity for children in our district, but it is a very costly sport. 

The booster club works to offset costs for all the teams and to ensure that every interested student can participate regardless of family income level. We are proud to share that in 2025 the booster club will be funding a scholarship for a graduating high school senior.   

We look forward to seeing you at the fair. We are thrilled to have the following exhibitors joining us this year!

Lakeland Animal Shelter

Whitewater Axolotls

Whitewater Pride

Wisconsin Makers

WOOSH Rocketry

Whitewater Police Department

Studio 84

RC Flying Club

Radio Club

Pet Supplies Plus

Makers Mashup

MAGD

Lima Center 4H

Lakeland Treats

Lego League and Iron Dragons Robotics 

Ice Age Trail

Ghostbusters

Gateway Technical College

Fort HealthCare

First Citizens State Bank

Ferradermis

Community Space

Be Kind Whitewater

Whitewater Historical Society

Air National Guard

Applied Material Solutions

Generac