By: Debra Rintamaki, Administrative Assistant - DPW
OIL AND ANTIFREEZE DISPOSAL
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City of Burlington
residents, who change their oil and
antifreeze and need a proper place to
dispose of these items, may do so at the
City of Burlington Compost Site located
on Maryland Avenue. There are two large
disposal containers each marked for oil
and antifreeze disposal. Please take
your containers with you after disposal
of the oil or antifreeze. |
BRUSH PICK-UP
Brush Pick-Up is on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the
month. Residents are reminded to call and have their
address placed on the Brush pick up list. Only
addresses called in will have their brush collected.
Residents are also encouraged to bring their own
brush to be disposed of to the Compost Site located
on Maryland Avenue. Please remember the City does
not pick up leaves in the Spring or Summer.
PARK RESERVATIONS
Park Reservations can be made by contacting the
Department of Public Works at 763-2060. Reservations
are taken for Echo, Riverside and Wehmhoff-Jucker
Parks. Reservations are $35.00 for City Residents
and $75.00 for Non-Residents. A refundable $100.00
Security Deposit is required by all.
By: Connie Wilson, Utility Manager
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The Burlington Water
Utility will be flushing hydrants on
THURSDAYS during the months of April
through August, to reduce and remove the
accumulation of rust and iron in the
city's water main distribution system.
The flushing may cause discolored water
in your system. This discolored water is
bacteriologically safe and will not harm
you. |
City residents should check their
water supply on Thursdays before engaging in any
work that could be affected by the city's flushing
of hydrants. Your cooperation and understanding
during water main flushing is greatly appreciated.
By: Gayle Falk, Library Director and
Ruhama Kordatzky Bahr, Youth Services Librarian
April Family Storytime
Cookies: Come hear stories and songs
celebrating one of our favorite desserts! All ages
are welcome, and registration is not required.
Thursday, April 19 at 6:30 p.m.
Book Groups
Youth Book Group meets on April 19 at 4 p.m. We're
celebrating Poetry month and reading various forms
of poetry. See Ruhama for details. This group is for
ages 9-12.
Teen Book Club meets on April 17
at 3:30 p.m. We're celebrating Poetry month and
reading The Pain Tree (poems by teens). See Ruhama
for details. This group is for 7th-12th graders.
Adult Book Group meets April 23
at 7:30 p.m. We will be discussing The Tortilla
Curtain by T. Boyle.
Burlington Public Library
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KEEPING DOGS AND CATS IN THE CITY |
By: Lieutenant Scot Eisenhauer, Police Department
There are numerous ordinances that regulate care and
safekeeping of animals in the City of Burlington.
These ordinances not only protect animals but also
make our community a more enjoyable place to live.
No person shall keep more than 5 dogs or cats within
the City with exception that a litter of pups or
kittens may be kept for no more than 5 months.
Every owner of a dog more than five months of age on
January 1 of any year, or 5 months of age within the
license year, shall annually, or within 30 days from
the date such dog becomes 5 months of age, obtain a
license from the City Hall therefore as provided by
§174.05 and 174.07, Wis. Stats. The license year
shall commence on January 1 and end on the following
December 31.
In areas were kennels are permitted as defined in
Wisconsin State Statue 174.06, no kennel shall be
located closer than 100 feet to the boundary of the
nearest adjacent property. No person shall knowingly
keep or harbor any dog that habitually barks, howls
or yelps, or any cat that habitually cries or howls
to disturb the peace and quiet of the neighborhood.
Such dogs and cats are considered public nuisances.
Dogs and cats are prohibited from running at large.
This is defined as the presence of a cat or dog at
any place except upon the premises of the owner. A
dog or cat that is leashed and under control of a
person, who is physically able to handle it shall
not be considered running at large.
The animal may not break, bruise, tear up, crush or
injure any lawn, flowerbed, plant, shrub tree or
garden, or defecate thereon.
Dog or cat owners must on any public or private
property not owned by such person, have a device to
scoop up any excrement and have an appropriate
depository to put such in. This will not apply to
visually or physically handicapped persons.
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TORNADO SEASON IS APPROACHING |
By: Debra Rintamaki, Administrative Assistant - DPW
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Knowing that
Wisconsin is prone to tornadoes is the
first step in becoming prepared for one.
As severe weather approaches, a TORNADO
WATCH may be issued. This indicates that
atmospheric conditions are favorable for
severe thunderstorms to produce
tornadoes. Listen for updated forecasts
and possible warnings. A TORNADO WARNING
is issued when a tornado has been
spotted on the ground or is indicated by
radar. Take cover immediately. |
Tornado Awareness Week will be
April 9th - 14th in Wisconsin. The statewide tornado
drill is scheduled for Thursday, April 12, 2007. A
mock watch will be issued at 1:00 p.m. and the mock
warning will be issued approximately 1:20 p.m. in
Southeast Wisconsin.
In the City of Burlington, there are 3 outdoor
warning sirens that would sound in the event of a
tornado warning is issued. These sirens are tested
weekly on Saturdays at noon. If activated during
severe weather, seek shelter immediately. Remember
that, even with the latest forecasting technology,
tornadoes can occur with little or no warning.
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APRIL IS SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH |
By: Lieutenant Scot Eisenhauer, Police Department
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National Crime Victim Rights Week – April 22 - 28.
The Sexual Assault Center has a 24-hour crisis line
to help. Call (262) 637-3223 or (800) 656-4673.
A support group meets monthly. For More information
on support groups call Vicky at (262) 763-6226.
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On April 1, 2007 there will be a silent vigil for
children affected by violence in City of Burlington
Wehmhoff Square from 3pm to 5pm. On April 5 at 6pm
there will be a candle light vigil along with a Teen
Vice Presentation at The De Koven Center 600 21st
Street Racine, WI for sexual assault awareness and
to support victims.
Please call the crisis line for information or
Lieutenant Scot Eisenhauer at The Burlington Police
Department (262) 342-1103.
