May 2 Rummage Sale

Saturday has the following things going on. We can then sit on our collective a##es for the rest of the year.
1. Citywide Rummage Sale
2. Kentucky Derby(get you bets in now)
3. Book Sale at the Library
4. Taco Saturday at the Rib

Lawsonia

I hear Gary Zimmerman has stepped down as director of the golf course. Jeff Kleinke has taken over for him.

"What's New"

I am happy to see some of you dying of boredom with the blog. I left town for a few days and haven't been posting but something I have certainly learned from this blog is some people are never content and always have an opinion. I am glad to know this spices up your life a little. If some of you have topics you would like to discuss you can feel free to email me at

highknocker@gmail.com

Lake Levels

This information regarding the lake levels was sent to me by a friend and I thought it might be helpful to people out there who are following any dam postings or are just interested.

http://waterdata.usgs.gov/wi/nwis/uv?cb_00065=on&format=html&period=7&site_no=434928088553601


The above site is so that you can read the lake levels online.


The ruling:

The following reflects the corrected elevations and water levels for operations as required under 2-WP-901.
1 The city of Green Lake so operate its dam that the level of Green Lake not exceed 796.49 feet. Mean sea level (MSL) datum between May 1 and September 30 , insofar as the proper operation of the dam makes possible.

2 That starting September 30, the dam shall be so operated as to lower Green Lake slowly to elevation 795.74 feet by October 31.

3 That Green Lake shall be maintained as closely as practicable at elevation 795.74 feet by the proper operation of the dam between October 31 and the spring break-up, which will occur in March or April of the following year.

4 that between the time of the spring break-up and May 1 the dam shall be so operated that the level of Green Lake does not build up above its authorized maximum of 796.49 feet insofar as the full opening of all gates and other discharge facilities make this possible.

The current maximum, and minimum water levels were established by the Public Service Commission (PSC) in 1952 under Docket 2-WP

Lake Sturgeon Spawning Time

Its about that time of year when the lake sturgeon will start doing annual stuff. If you have never seen them it is pretty incredible to see this prehistoric fish spawn. A good place to check is in Princeton on the Fox bordering Main Street. They are very impressive to see. Take the kids.

Burning Ban

There is currently a county wide burning ban for those who haven't heard yet. They are being pretty strict about enforcing this ban so check with your governmental body before burning anything.

Karen Land & Borage at the Library

Karen Land gave a great talk at the library Saturday morning. Her dog Borage waited for treats and wandered the the shelves looking for a good read.

Nortons Opens Tonight

For those of you have missed your regular watering hole Norton's they open tonight, Friday, April 17th. Welcome back Mike!

Recount

There was a city recount for Luann Mirr's seat on the city council. The outcome was the same.

Annual "Weiner Open" Memorial Tournament, May 31

The First "Weiner Open" in memory of Wayne Sonntag will May 31st. Wayne was the father of Lynn Mirr and Don and Doug Sonntag. He was very active in local community affairs for many years and was a great support to the city. They are having an 18 hole scramble at Lawsonia on Memorial Day Weekend, May 31st. Registration begins at 9:00AM. All proceeds are going to the Green Lake/Brooklyn Fire Dept. It is $95 for entry, including dinner at Norton's. Deadline for entry is May 18, 2009. You can get entry forms at Adam's Rib and Walker's and Norton's starting today.

You may also just click on the application on the right and print it out.

Is the The Lake Level Low?

I heard the lake is currently down about 6 inches. Are the mayor or director of public works going to put in any boards in the dam soon? Who actually is in charge of this? I've already heard that a few people are having a problem getting their boats in.

Karen Land @ the Library April 18

Karen Land who has run in the Itarod Race three times will be here with one of her dogs Saturday, April 18th at 10:00 am. She will be giving a talk about the race and I think this will be one of the most interesting talks the library has this year.

Town of Brooklyn Election Results

Green Lake School Board
Reabe 246
Sandberg 211
King 159
Grim 225

Town of Brooklyn Seats

Rouse 314
Petttack 348
Triemstra 385
Schwarz 251
Reabe 372

This makes Rouse, Pettack, Triemstra and Reabe the new Town of Brooklyn reps. Mike Weust was re-elected with 448 votes.

Just as a side note I found it interesting there were several write in votes for other people, including 3 for Mary Rowley for the Township. She also got one write-in for the School Board. She lives in the City not the Township. She wouldn't be eligible for he Township post no matter how many votes she got. And Sidney Rouse got 3 write in votes for the Township and she was even on the ballot. Yikes. What does this say for the educated voter, folks..? I guess I should just be happy people vote.

City of Green Lake Elections Results

These are the vote totals for the City of Green Lake. I haven't gotten the Town of Brooklyn results yet.

#1 Rowley 54
Meagher 23

#2 Jones 60
Mirr-Frank 45

#3 Parise 77
Wagner 53

For the School Board Elections, these are the City Totals without the Town of Brooklyn but I do know who won the outcome already without the other townships. The top two are Grim and Reabe.

Grim 163
Reabe 141
Sandberg 140
King 128

Look carefully at the vote total between for Reabe and Sandberg. For those of you who didn't feel like voting keep your mouth shut when you feel like complaining about school issues in the coming cycle. Your vote counts more than you know in local elections.

Watching the Cubs Game

Its the bottom of the ninth, Cubs and Houston tied. I am trying to find election results for this blog so I can post Green Lake County election results. It is about 10pm on Tuesday. Just for the boredom of the whole process I checked out the Ripon Mayor's Blog. He already has the local election results posted. It is the definition of transparency in government. Really nice. Where does he get the results so quickly? I wish I had that easy access to results and why don't we..

State Supreme Court Race

Assuming Shirley Abrahamsom lives long enough it looks like she will be our longest serving Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice ever. She will be 85 at the next race. And Tony Evers will be our State School Superintendent.

BPWC Flower Sale, May 9, 2009

The Business and Professional Women's Club is having its annual flower sale Sat. May 9 from 9-noon at the Chamber of Commerce Parking lot. They are offering 10" hanging baskets for $20.00/basket or $25 gift certificates redeemable at Stuart's Landscaping in Princeton. They have great selection from impatiens and begonias to geraniums. Order ahead of time and pick them up on that Saturday. They won't have a lot for sale that day but are taking orders now. Karla Spinks can probably help if you have any problems trying to order or contact the Chamber of Commerce. This the same group that puts up the flower boxes around town and this is a GREAT price but you need to order now!

Once upon a time the Chamber had a flower sale? Where is it?

Tomorrow, April 7th, Election Day!!!!

OK all you people out there with no opinion. Just a reminder that tomorrow is election day. Beside the local elections there are two state elections for Supreme Court and Dept. of Education. Get out and VOTE!

School Board Elections

The following people are running for the Green Lake School Board:

1. Sandburg
2. Reabe
3. Meade
4. King

Have at it everyone!

Town of Brooklyn Elections

In the town of Brooklyn Elections we have the following five people running for four seats in the township.

1. Mark Pettack
2. Harley Reabe
3. Sydney Rouse(incumbent)
4. Thomas Schwarz
5. Ron Triemstra

City Elections

I know people were looking for a new post on the elections but I thought I would wait until April Fool's Day to start a new post. I think seven days is plenty of time for people to have a "discussion" regarding the election issues. First off is the city elections. We have the following people running:

1. Rowley vs. Meagher
2. Mirr-Frank vs. Jones
3. Parise vs. Wagner

In full disclosure Joe Parise came and talked to me recently. We have had a few issues with things in the past(this blog for one). And he kindly told me how he didn't really like me. (Another person to add to the list) But I appreciated the fact that he did come and talk to me and I agree with some of you out there who think he has a confrontational style. He can be a bull in a china shop. I think as Mayor it might have been a little much for people but I think being on the council might be good for the community. He DOES bring up questions no one else will ask; DOES keep in contact with our state Representatives; DOES wonder if anyone is going after any stimulus money for local projects. I wonder if anyone else is actively doing these things for the town? I don't think so, but Donna Moore, I know you check in with this blog. Is there anyone doing this? Because these things do need to be done and I think in Parise's defense he goes after this stuff that local government needs. You can't just elect citizens and sit back expect things to happen. It just doesn't work. For government to work it needs people like Parise to hound others. As a mayor I am not sure that style was the best for the town. As a council person it could have a whole other effect for the city. He might keep the council on its toes and he can vote on the issues. He does care about the city.