MACCIT Business After Hours

The Milton Area Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Tourism will be hosting Business After Hours at Anytime Fitness, 237 Parkview Drive, on Wednesday, June 9th from 5 - 7 p.m. Business After Hours is an opportunity to visit Anytime Fitness and network with other MACCIT members and the public. Light refreshments will be provided and the general public is welcome to attend. If you have any questions, contact MACCIT Executive Director Christina Slaback at (608) 868-6222 or by e-mail at christina@maccit.com.

Wisconsin's New Insured Motorist Laws

Effective June 1st, 2010 the State of Wisconsin began requiring drivers operating a motor vehicle to have auto insurance and to carry with them proof of that insurance. What this means for our drivers is that should you have the opportunity to meet one of our police officers via either a traffic stop or at a motor vehicle accident, the Officer will be asking to see not only your driver’s license, but will now also be asking to see, as required by law, proof of auto insurance.

The following is a brief overview of new laws and their respective fine amounts associated with violations:

• Statute 344.62(1) - Operating a motor vehicle w/out insurance - $114.00*
• Statute 344.62(2) - Operating a motor vehicle w/out proof of insurance - $10.00*

*Note: Fine amounts listed are for Milton Municipal Court and may be higher if stopped in another jurisdiction.

The Milton Police Department is asking drivers to please note that these new laws require BOTH insurance when operating a motor vehicle AND proof of automobile insurance. Failure to do either may result in a citation being issued. If any of you has questions about the new law and what is required, please contact the Milton Police Department at 808-6910 or by e-mail at miltonpd@charter.net.

High St. Public Meeting This Tuesday

A public meeting will take place tomorrow at 7 p.m. at City Hall (Council Chambers, Lower Level) to discuss the High Street construction project that will be completed this summer. Click here for more information about the project. Citizens with questions about property access, vehicular access, project timing, and other related issues are encouraged to attend. City staff, the City engineer, and engineers assigned by the State of Wisconsin will be at the meeting to answer your questions.

Adopt-A-Basket Campaign Underway

Every year, the Milton Area Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Tourism (MACCIT) raises money to fund the hanging baskets which you now see in Milton's two downtown areas. The program was started four years ago to beautify the City and to benefit the downtown business districts. The flowers are up from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

MACCIT’s 2010 Adopt-A-Basket Campaign is well underway, but it’s still not too late to adopt a basket. Adopting a basket costs $95 to cover the cost of the flowers and maintenance. However, any contribution you would like to make to the program would be appreciated. Donations can be placed in canisters at various locations in Milton, or you can send donations to MACCIT at PO Box 222, Milton, WI.

If you have any questions about the program, feel free to contact MACCIT Executive Director Christina Slaback at (608) 868-6222 or by e-mail at christina@maccit.com.

MACCIT Connections

Make sure you know all about upcoming Milton community events and business functions by signing up for "MACCIT Connections". This is an e-mail notification system that allows you to stay connected to the Milton Area Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Tourism (MACCIT), which is bound to benefit you whether you are a resident or business owner. MACCIT Connections provides information about community events, business specials, lists upcoming MACCIT meetings, and provides information about MACCIT programs. To sign up just log on to MACCIT’s website: www.maccit.com. Scroll to the bottom of the page, click on “Get Email Updates", enter your e-mail address, and you'll be connected.

Holiday Week Forgetfulness

Quick note... I saw many people put out their trash and recycling on Wednesday this week. However, being a holiday week the collection is bumped back to Thursday. So, you may want to pull your trash bags back in the garage tonight so the crows and raccoons don't get to them.

Also, this is the first collection of the month, which means the bulky trash can also be put out for disposal. Residents can set out an unlimited amount of trash for collection each week, as long as each item is less than 50 pounds, and is no larger than 36 inches wide by 40 inches high. Larger items could be broken or cut into smaller sizes for weekly collection. If the items are larger than these specifications, you need to set them out on the bulky trash pick up day, which is the first pickup day of every month.

What's That??? Winner!

The first winner of the “What’s That???” contest is Dan Bekta. The correct response was Oak Ridge Golf Course. The photo was the bottom of a golf cup. Now, Dan has informed me that he plans to win all of these. So, let that stand as a challenge to the rest of you!

Oak Ridge Golf Course is an 18 hole course located right here in Milton. Click here for a map.

Rates range from $12 to $40 depending on how many holes you want to play, the day you’re golfing, and whether you want to walk or ride in a golf cart. All summer long on Friday mornings, you can golf 9 holes for only $5.

Do you need a little work on your golf swing? Never golfed before, but you want to start? Oak Ridge Golf Course offers 30 minute lessons for $30.

For more information about Oak Ridge Golf Course, log on to their website at www.oakridgegolfcourse.net or call (608) 868-4353.