City of Mequon Weekly Bulletin - August 16, 2019

Upcoming Meetings

Festivals Committee: August 19 - 6:00 p.m. (Agenda)
Future of Our Fire Department Committee: August 20 - 6:00 p.m. (Agenda)
Library Board of Trustees: August 21 - 6:00 p.m. (Agenda)
Park and Open Space Board: August 21 - 6:30 p.m. (Agenda)
Planning Commission Policy Subcommittee: August 26 - 6:00 p.m.
Economic Development Board: August 27 - 7:30 a.m.
Public Welfare Committee: August 27 - 6:00 p.m.
Festivals Committee: August 29 - 6:00 p.m.

Two People Rescued from House Fire on Parkview Drive
The Mequon Fire Department rescued two people from a house fire on Parkview Drive Thursday morning, August 15, at about 10:00 am.  The Department responded to a report of a house fire and while en-route were informed of two people trapped in the home.  Upon arrival the garage was fully involved in fire with flames extending into the home.  One person in the home had mobility issues and the other was the caregiver. Rescue personnel entered the home under heavy fire and smoke conditions and with the assistance of the Mequon Police Department rescued the two occupants out through a window. One person was transported to a hospital and the other refused transport. The fire was extinguished with help of mutual aid fire companies.

Report on Water Infiltration into Sewer System from Private Property in Development
The City has a history of striving to reduce water from entering its sanitary sewer system to maintain the system’s capacity. Staff is continuing to develop additional work plans to reduce Private Property Inflow and Infiltration (PPI/I). The latest effort is to strategically prioritize work plans based on system-wide demands and areas that have experienced a history of non-compliant overflows. This step also satisfies the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District’s PPI/I Program deadline requirements per the enclosed letter.  A copy of the preliminary report will be presented to the Sewer Utility Commission later this fall for review and discussion.

City Attorney Modifies, Expands City Hall Office Hours
Following election to office in April, Mayor Wirth has been holding regular office hours in City Hall each Tuesday. Recently, City Attorney Brian Sajdak altered his City Hall office hours to better coincide with the Mayor’s schedule, and to increase the number of hours he spends on-site in Mequon. Accordingly, Attorney Sajdak will now work from City Hall regularly on Tuesdays, generally between the hours of 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

New Engineering Technician on the Job
This week, John Westbrook joined the Public Works Department as the City’s newest Engineering Technician. John comes to the City with nearly 30 years of experience in municipal engineering. He most recently worked for North Shore Engineering, Inc. as a Senior Design Technician and holds an Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering.

Community Pool Closing for the Season Next Friday, August 23
The Mequon Community Pool will be closing for the season next weekend. Assuming good weather, the facility will close after its normal hours of 12:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Friday, August 23.

Save the Date - Taste of Mequon
The 7^th annual Taste of Mequon is just three weeks away! Join in the fun from 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 7 in front of City Hall, 11333 N. Cedarburg Road. Attendees can enjoy food prepared by local restaurants, listen to three local bands, visit with friends and neighbors, and appreciate works crafted by local artists. There are also activities geared just for children. Click here to learn more details about this free event, and view a list of participating restaurants. 

Other Community Events Just Around the Corner

• The Jonathan Clark House Museum invites members of the community to attend Early Settler Chores from Noon - 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 17. There will be games played by early settlers as well as chores that include rope making, raising chickens, churning butter, and much more. Event participants will also be able to enjoy ice cold lemonade and cookies from Mila’s Bakery while taking part in this free family event. Please click here for further details.

• On Sunday, August 18 and Monday, August 19, the Peltz Center for Jewish Life will host Mequon’s First Annual Jewish Food Festival at Virmond Park, 10606 N. Lake Shore Drive. Admission and parking are free, and the two-day festival, which runs from Noon - 7:00 p.m. each day, will feature live music, a host of family-friendly activities and traditional Jewish foods. Visit chabadmequon.org/festival for more details.

• Join in a tour of the Mequon Nature Preserve (MNP) gardens followed by a presentation from gardening expert Melinda Myers about incorporating native plants into home landscapes. The event will be held from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 22 at 8200 W. County Line Road. See the attached flyer for more information. The event is free, but registration is required by emailing: center@mequonnaturepreserve.org. 

Ozaukee County Issues Board Meeting Minutes
Please click here to view the Ozaukee County Board’s meeting minutes from August 7.