Scrap Metal Drive to Begin April 17, 2017 to Benefit the Parks Fund

The City of Milton will be conducting a scrap metal drive April 17 – April 28, 2017. Proceeds from the scrap metal drive will go into the Park Fund for future improvements.  In addition to raising money for the Parks Fund, the scrap metal drive will also aid in the reduction of mosquito and rodent areas. Collection of these items also reduces unwanted infiltration into the groundwater and adds to the improved look of the neighborhoods by removing items from backyards and other areas of the properties that have outgrown their use.

Please call the Department of Public Works at (608) 868-6914 if you have an item that you would like to donate to the scrap metal drive. Examples of acceptable items include appliances, (refrigerators, air conditions, stoves, etc.), metal siding, metal fence posts, tire rims, cans, scrap metal, tin, pipes, metal tools, wire, Christmas lights, old wires, motors, engines, metal doors or windows, metal fences, light fixtures, and much more. Almost all metal items are collectable. Residents may also take old oil to the City’s Oil Recycle Site located at 620 W. Madison Avenue behind the Fire Station.

Staff will be available to pick up items at business and residential properties or items can also be dropped off at the Public Works Facility, 150 Northside Drive, during this recycling drive Monday – Thursday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Friday – Sunday, 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. If an owner requests it, the Public Works Department can go into backyards, garages, etc. to collect items that are accessible. If residents are dropping off items on weekends, please call (608) 868-6914 to make an appointment.

City of Milton Seeks Nominations for Community Awards – Due April 28, 2017

The City is seeking nominations for Community Awards to recognize any citizen, city employee, non-profit organization, or business that has shown an exemplary commitment to the community by way of time, resources, or extraordinary commitment to the betterment of Milton.  Please submit nominations by April 28, 2017 through the City’s website (www.milton-wi.gov/CommunityAwardNomination) or directly to City Administrator Al Hulick at City Hall, 710 S. Janesville Street, or by email at ahulick@milton-wi.gov.

The awards will be presented at the annual Community Recognition Picnic on May 25, 2017 at the Milton Community House, 20 Parkview Drive.  The City of Milton will provide BBQ pork sandwiches, BBQ Boneless wings, soda, and water.  Community members are encouraged to bring a side dish or dessert to pass.

The picnic will start at 5:00 p.m. and the program will begin at 6:00 p.m.  Please RSVP to City Hall by May 19, 2017 by calling (608) 868-6900 ext. 5.

Annual Cemetery Clean Up

The Annual Cemetery Clean Up will take place April 15 – 20, 2017. During this time, Public Works employees will remove old flowers, wreaths, and other items from the cemetery. If there are items that you do not want disposed, staff recommends removing the items prior to April 15, 2017.  New items should be not placed until April 21, 2017. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Public Works at (608) 868-6914.

Veterans Brick Orders – Due April 14, 2017

All brick orders for the Milton Area Veterans Memorial must be submitted by April 14, 2017 at Noon in order to be placed by Memorial Day, May 29, 2017.  Order forms are available on the City of Milton website (www.milton-wi.gov/VeteransMemorial) and at City Hall, 710 S. Janesville Street.

Spring Election - April 4, 2017

The Spring Election is on April 4, 2017.  All City of Milton residents vote in the Council Chambers located at City Hall, 710 S. Janesville Street.  The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Any resident that would like to register to vote prior to the election can register online, by mail, or in person now through March 15, 2017.  After March 15, 2017, voters may only register in person at the Clerk’s office prior to the election.  The last day to register to vote prior to the election is March 31, 2017 by 5 p.m.  Residents can still register to vote on the day of the election.

The City of Milton will mail absentee ballots to permanent absentee voters no later than March 14, 2017.  In-person absentee voting will begin March 20, 2017 at City Hall.  The last day for most voters (except military and indefinitely confined) to request an absentee ballot by mail is March 30, 2017 at 5 p.m.  All absentee ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on April 4, 2017.

The public test of the voting equipment will be March 28, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers.

Last day for voter registration prior to the election, in-person absentee voting, and military and indefinitely confined voters to request an absentee ballot by mail is March 31, 2017 at 5 p.m.  No voter registration or in-person absentee voting on April 3, 2017.

Community Recognition Picnic – May 25, 2017

The City of Milton will host the 4th Annual Community Recognition Picnic on May 25, 2017.  This event will serve to recognize citizens and city employees that have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the Milton community through their actions in 2016.  The event is also a chance to recognize the many volunteers the City has serving on the various committees and commissions.

The Community Recognition Picnic will be held at the Milton Community House, 20 Parkview Drive.  The City of Milton will provide BBQ pork sandwiches, BBQ Boneless wings, soda, and water.  Community members are encouraged to bring a side dish or dessert to pass.

The picnic will start at 5:00 p.m. and the program will begin at 6:00 p.m.  Please RSVP to City Hall by May 19, 2017 by calling (608) 868-6900 ext. 5.

The City is seeking nominations for Community Awards.  These awards will be given to any citizen, city employee, non-profit organization, or business that has shown an exemplary commitment to the community by way of time, resources, or extraordinary commitment to the betterment of Milton.  Please submit nominations by April 28, 2017 through the City’s website (www.milton-wi.gov/CommunityAwardNomination) or directly to City Administrator Al Hulick at City Hall, 710 S. Janesville Street, or by email at ahulick@milton-wi.gov.

For additional information contact Al Hulick, City Administrator, at 608-868-6900 or by e-mail at ahulick@milton-wi.gov.

Business Listing Opportunity in 2017 Milton Tourism Guide

Dear Business Owner,

It’s a very exciting time for Milton as we approach the Publish Date for the 2017 Milton Tourism Guide.  There will be 5,000 copies distributed to Northern Illinois and the Madison and Milwaukee markets, complete with history of Milton, great places to eat and dine, great things to do, a map of the area, and a reference guide for businesses and services in the area.

If your business has already purchased a display ad, thank you.  If you would like some more information please contact Scott Maenner at smaenner@communityshoppers.com.

We also have a listing option available if you have not purchased a display ad - 4 lines of text about your business for only $25.  Please opt in by emailing the Chamber Office at execdir@maccit.com.  The deadline for this advertising option is October 18th.

Thank You again for your participation in the 2017 Milton Tourism Guide.

Scott Maenner                            
Sales Development Manager            
CSI  Inc.                                    

Inga Cushman

Asst. to the Administrator

City of Milton

Dani Stivarius

Executive Director

Milton Area Chamber of Commerce