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Editor’s Note: The following was provided by TeaLux Cafe Gallery.
- Address: 129 W Center St, Whitewater, WI 53190
- Hours: Mon-Sun 10:00AM – 11:00PM
- Phone: (262) 458-2243
Editor’s Note: The following was provided by Bethel House.
Editor’s Note: The following was provided by the Whitewater Unified School District.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023 -WUSD Unplugged
Members of the Whitewater School Board will be attending the WUSD Unplugged session at Whitewater Middle School on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 beginning at 4:00pm. A quorum of the School Board may be present; however, the Board will not be conducting any business during the event.
A week which saw Whitewater Soccer decimated by injuries, illness, and other absences ended on a positive note with a 2-0 win over Monroe on Thursday, September 14. Whitewater was able to dominate all aspects of the game and show Monroe very few opportunities to make it a contest. With a goal scored in the first 90 seconds of the first half by Avi Kalra and another beautiful headed goal 38 seconds into the second half by Abdi Calvillo, the Whippets were set on their way to victory. Whitewater will take on their toughest opponents yet when they take on the two leading goal scorers in the state against Big Foot this Thursday.
Whitewater:
- 2’ Goal by Avi Kalra assisted by Abdi Calvillo
- 40’ Goal by Abdi Calvillo assisted by Emerson Ellenwood
- Casey Schlicher 7 saves
Monroe:
- #3 with 13 saves
Article Submitted by Sam Burns
Whitewater High School Head Boys’ Soccer Coach
dburns@wwusd.org
Editor’s Note: The following was provided by Molly Fuller.
Through the strength of the Kilar family and the outpouring of community support, Run for Trey was established to support the development and maintenance of the little league field, Treyton’s Field of Dreams, and yearly local scholarships for students.
Mary and Mike Kilar’s son, Treyton, age 6, was killed in a car crash by a drunk driver on September 2, 2010. Although his dreams were shattered by a senseless tragedy, the field built in his honor provides a safe place for children and families to celebrate life and spend time together. It is a place where children are encouraged to dream big and learn that through hard work, their dreams can become reality!
Although Treyton is now playing on the “real” field of dreams in heaven, the fundraising efforts each year from the Run for Trey helps thousands of other children have a better future and learn responsible life-long decision-making skills.
You can sign up for the Run for Trey at www.treysfield.org. The day will consist of lots of family fun activities including:
- Run For Trey features an all terrain run/walk
- Run onto the field at Perkins Stadium at UWW
- Dogs welcome
- Bounce
- Obstacle course for the kids
- Balloons
- Raffle
- Great food to enjoy!
-$20.00 Registration (Adults) – Before October 8, 2023
-$25.00 same-day registrations at the event (Adult)
-$15.00 Registration (17 & Under) – NOTE: Runsignup will discount at checkout based on birthdate.
-$20.00 same-day registrations at the event (17 & Under)
*Packet pickup starts at 8 am on race day. Race starts at 10. If you have any questions you can email Molly Fuller at mollyo18@me.com
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s Continuing Education announces free lectures at Cedar Crest in Janesville this fall. Four lectures will focus on Culture and Conflict: Exploring the Civil War Era and are open to all.
Now in its third year, the Cedar Crest Lecture Series resumes on September 28. Attendees are invited to step back in time to the 19th century and explore the multifaceted dimensions of the War Between the States and the profound impact of the War on present-day society. Lectures in this series include:
- September 28
Union in an Age of Disunion: Tom Thumb, Lavinia Warren, and the Dawn of Modern Celebrity Against the Backdrop of Civil War
Presented by Anna Hajdik, lecturer, Literature, Writing, and Film - October 5
To Bind their Wounds: Medicine in the US Civil War
Presented by Beth Jozwiak, associate professor, Integrated Studies - October 12
Moderation at a Time of Extremism: Lincoln’s Defense of the Union
Presented by Edward Gimbel, associate professor, Politics, Government, and Law - October 19
Gettysburg: The Battle That Saved America and Produced the Most Famous Speech in American History
Presented by Richard Haven, professor emeritus, Communication
The four public lectures will be held at 2 p.m. on the Thursdays listed above and will take place in the Gathering Room at Cedar Crest, Inc., 1702 South River Road, Janesville. Free parking is available and registration is not required. Visit our website at https://www.uww.edu/ce/cedar-crest for a full schedule and updates.
If you have a disability and require accommodations, please advise us as soon as possible. Requests are confidential. UW-Whitewater provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA. Please contact Kari Borne at bornek@uww.edu or 262-472-1003 for further information.
As the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater marks the beginning of a new academic year, both of its campuses are welcoming more students than in recent years.
Projected enrollment for the fall 2023 semester is 11,462, an increase of 375 students or 3.4 percent, compared to fall 2022.
The Whitewater campus is expected to reach 10,764 students, up 2.6 percent from last year. At the Rock County campus in Janesville, enrollment is projected to be 698, up 105 students, a 17.7 percent increase. This marks the first year-to-year rise in total enrollment at the Whitewater campus since fall 2016, and the first increase at the Rock County campus since fall 2018.
“We are immensely pleased to see that our high-quality academic programs, our mission of accessibility, our standing as the most affordable school in the UW System and our commitment to student success are all resonating with students and their families as they choose a university home,” said Corey A. King, chancellor. “Over the past several months, we have strategically expanded our recruitment, persistence, and retention efforts to a university-wide responsibility. The Warhawk family is starting this new academic year strong!”
UW-Whitewater is experiencing enrollment increases across the board.
“Our School of Graduate Studies, which awards master’s degrees and doctorates, is at 1,710 students, which would be the second largest total in our history. The freshmen class of 1,975 students is the largest in six years, and the number of students taking face-to-face classes, as well as those individuals taking online classes, are all on the rise,” said John Chenoweth, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs. “More students are transferring to UW-Whitewater from other colleges and universities, and the number of students who are the first in their family to pursue higher education is also increasing.”
UW-Whitewater boasts Wisconsin’s largest accredited school of business and licenses more new teachers than any other university in Wisconsin. More than 79 undergraduate majors — including newer programs like cybersecurity and legal studies — and 24 graduate programs are now offered at UW-Whitewater. This fall, the Rock County campus will welcome its first class of students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a collaborative degree program in partnership with Edgewood College.
The university’s official census will take place on the 10th day of instruction.
Community Development Authority Board of Directors Meeting (In Person & Virtual)
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room, 312 West Whitewater St., Whitewater, WI 53190
*In Person and Virtual
Thursday, September 21, 2023 – 5:30 PM
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/87099635841?pwd=YWJ6T1BhVTFMaEJ5QWEzUy9sS0IzUT09
Telephone: +1 (312) 626-6799 US (Chicago) (Houston)
Webinar ID: 870 9963 5841
Passcode: 253203
Please note that although every effort will be made to provide for virtual participation, unforeseen technical difficulties may prevent this, in which case the meeting may still proceed as long as there is a quorum. Should you wish to make a comment in this situation, you are welcome to call this number: (262) 473-0108.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST.
Would any member(s) of the Board wish to declare any known conflict of interest with the items presented on today’s CDA Board Agenda?
HEARING OF CITIZEN COMMENTS
No formal Committee action will be taken during this meeting although issues raised may become a part of a future agenda. Participants are allotted a three minute speaking period. Specific items listed on the agenda may not be discussed at this time; however, citizens are invited to speak to those specific issues at the time the Committee discusses that particular item. To make a comment during this period, or during any agenda item: On a computer or handheld device, locate the controls on your computer to raise your hand. You may need to move your mouse to see Community Development Authority Board of Directors Meeting (In Person & Virtual) these controls. On a traditional telephone, dial *6 to unmute your phone and dial *9 to raise your hand.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
- Approval of CDA Minutes for 08/17/2023.
REVIEW & ACKOWLEDGE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: Period ending August 31, 2023. - Review and Acknowledge Financial Statements for Period Ending 08/31/2023.
PRESENTATIONS - Paul Eckert of Safepro Technologies – Update on Business Activities.
- UW-Whitewater Innovation Center – Memorandum of Understanding between UW-
Whitewater and the City .
ACTION ITEMS: - Discussion and Possible Action for Recommendation to Common Council: Economic
Development Director Salary Range. Presentation by Lee Szymborski of GovHR USA. - Update, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Proposed Listing Contract for
Brokerage Services for Sale of City-Owned Property. - Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Richter Development Agreement – Request to
Extend Construction Deadline – Property Located on Executive Drive. - Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Becker & Bolton Development Agreement –
Deadline to Commence Construction – Property Located at 501 Prospect Drive.
UPDATES AND DISCUSSION - Discussion Regarding CDA Investment in Building a Spec House or Model Home to
Encourage Subdivision Development or Completion (Jeff Knight). - Economic Development Update
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: Board Member requests for future agenda items.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Adjourn to Closed Session, TO RECONVENE, pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(e) “Deliberating or
negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other
specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. Items to
be discussed: - Negotiation and Possible Action regarding Memorandum of Understanding between UW-
W and the City for the Innovation Center. - Negotiation and Possible Action Regarding Development Agreement for A-1 Packaging,
Parcel Located on Prospect Drive in the Business Park.
Community Development Authority Board of Directors Meeting (In Person & Virtual) Agenda
September 21, 2023 Page 3 - Negotiation and Possible Action Regarding Development Agreement with JM
Meadowview LLC for Housing Project on Meadowview Court. - Negotiation and Possible Action Regarding Development Agreement with US Shelter
Homes LLC
RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION - Reconvene to Open Session for possible action on closed session item(s).
ADJOURNMENT
A quorum of the Common Council may be present. This notice is given to inform the public that no formal action
will be taken at this meeting.
Anyone requiring special arrangements is asked to call the Office of the
City Manager / City Clerk (262-473-0102) at least 72 hours prior to the meeting.
Obituaries
Marion Jauch Burrows (Feb. 2, 1930 – June 5, 2026) Her sparkling eyes, warm laugh, and generous ways were gifts Marion brought into this world, touching family members and friends alike over the ninety-six years of her life. She was born and raised in Lombard, IL, and in the course of her life lived with her husband and growing family in Abilene, TX, St. David’s, PA, Arkadelphia, AR, Ada, OK, and Colorado Springs, CO, before settling in Whitewater, WI, in 1965. Generosity of heart, compassion toward those in need in and beyond her community, and an unwavering commitment to fairness … Read more
Patricia “Pat” Lynn Bailey, age 70, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026 with her daughter by her side. Pat was born February 21, 1956 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to John and Ruth (Hudock) Prentice. After a brief time in Ann Arbor, the Prentice family moved to Whitewater, Wisconsin, where Pat grew up as part of the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater community, where her father served as University Registrar. Pat attended the University School and later graduated from UW Whitewater with a degree in Elementary Education. Although she did not pursue teaching, she built a meaningful career in Human … Read more
Gemelino Paris Esperante, 83, long time resident of Whitewater, passed away on Thursday, June 4th, 2026. He was born on January 10, 1943, to his late father and mother, Evaristo and Carmen in Spain. In 1973 he moved to the United States as a sheep herder. On August 21, 1981, he was united in marriage to Cyndie Esperante in Colorado. Gemelino also worked in Mining and construction for many years. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, raising sheep and growing things in his garden, and flowers. He will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife … Read more
Mary Ann Warner died peacefully on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at Crestridge Assisted Living in Dodgeville. Her physical heart failed, but her actual, loving heart never did. Ann was born June 28, 1939 to Mary and Charles Kearns in Iowa. She moved to Whitewater, Wisconsin and graduated with many dear friends in the class of 1957. Ann married John Warner on September 19, 1959. They lived in Whitewater, Sturgis Michigan, and finally settled in Janesville where they built a beautiful life and raised their family. Together, they ran a business, traveled, played cards, and enjoyed their lives. When they became … Read more
Patricia Ann Jacobson (Bureau), age 81, of Whitewater, WI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, WI. Born on September 2, 1944, in Marquette, MI, to the late Donald and Margaret Bureau, Pat grew up in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. She graduated from Graveraet High School, attended Michigan State University, and later earned her bachelor’s degree from Northern Michigan University. Pat dedicated her professional life to shaping young minds, working as an elementary and junior high school teacher in both Flint, MI, and Whitewater, WI. At the heart of Pat’s life was a beautiful, … Read more
In loving memory of Lois Lauritzen, age 92, who passed away on June 1, 2026 at Lakewood Memory Care in Brookfield. Lois led an active life full of devotion to family and friends. Born July 14th, 1933 in Silvis, IL, daughter of Harry and Elsie Wilson, she grew up in the Quad Cities with older brother Harry Wilson Jr. Lois graduated from Augustana College in Rock Island, IL with a degree in physical education. She met her husband Paul Lauritzen on the college tennis team. Their marriage on June 12th, 1955 lasted 59 years until Paul’s death on September 26th, … Read more
Donald Walter Triebold passed on to his eternal home on May 21, 2026. Don was born on April 23, 1935, in Evanston, IL, to the late Frederick W. and Mildred (nee Stecher) Triebold. Through his teen years, Don lived and worked on the family’s dairy farm, where he developed a life-long work ethic. His first eight years of education were in a one-room country schoolhouse, in which all eight grades were taught by one teacher. He graduated from Whitewater City High School in 1953 and then graduated from UW Whitewater in 1958 with a degree in Business Education. He continued his education, and earned a Master’s … Read more
William Kincaid Davis, age 84, passed away on Tuesday, May 19 at Agrace Hospice Center in Fitchburg. He was born on November 1, 1941, in Madison, Indiana, the second son of Salvation Army Officers Agnes (Dixon) and William C. Davis. He attended several schools in Indiana and Illinois, including University of Illinois Experimental High School (Champaign), and graduated from Galesburg High School in 1958. He earned his bachelor’s degree from UW-Eau Claire in 1964 and his master’s degree from UW-Whitewater in 1972. He had an expansive career in education, beginning as an English teacher in Whitehall, Thornton Township (IL) and … Read more
Magdalene “Maggie” Stetter (nee Fritz), 79, of Whitewater, Wisconsin passed from this life onto the next on Monday, May 4, 2026. She was born on January 16, 1947, to the late John and Mary (Presser) Fritz in St. Stefan, Austria. Maggie immigrated from Austria with her parents and brother, became a US citizen, and grew up and attended school in West Allis, WI and then graduated with a teaching degree from University of Wisconsin – Whitewater. Maggie served as a substitute, English, and German language teacher in the Whitewater, Elkhorn, Delavan, and Palmyra schools and at Divine Word Seminary. Maggie … Read more
Lawrence “Larry” C. Hartung, a proud Marine Veteran of the Vietnam War, and longtime resident of Fort Atkinson, WI, passed away peacefully at his home on May 1, 2026. Larry was born June 7th, 1949, to Levon and Charles Hartung in Chicago, IL. Larry enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1968 and served 3 consecutive tours in the Vietnam War. During this time, he became pen pals with his future wife, Candy, via a connection through his father. In 1970, he came home on leave to marry Candy. They celebrated 55 years of marriage on October 31st, 2025. During … Read more
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