To celebrate EMS Week, Belleville Area EMS will be hosting an Open House on May 21st, 2024 from 5 to 7pm, with complimentary hotdogs, chips, lemonade, and ice cream! Belleville Fire, Belleville PD and local first responder departments to be in attendance. Belleville Area EMS is located at 480 River Street, Belleville, WI 53508.
Town of Montrose Advertisement for Bids
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
PROJECT: MONTROSE TOWNSHIP GARAGE
TOWN OF MONTROSE
1415 Range Trail
Verona, WI 53593
OWNER: MONTROSE TOWNSHIP
Montrose Town Hall
1341 Diane Ave
Belleville, WI 53508
CONTRACTS & BID DEADLINE
Sealed bids for General Contract will be received by the Town of Montrose, Wisconsin at the Montrose Town Hall at 1341 Diane Ave Belleville, Wisconsin until 3:00pm (noon) local time, June 4th, 2024. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at a Special Board Meeting at 6:00pm on June 4, 2024, prior to the regular monthly Town Board meeting.
The Contracts, including Base Bids, and Alternate Bids:
Base Bid- General Construction Contract
Alternate- Epoxy flooring throughout
CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
The Contract Documents, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Instructions to Bidders, Bidder’s Proof of Responsibility, Bid Proposal Form, Affidavit of Organization and Authority, Disclosure of Ownership, Agreement Form, Certificate of Insurance, Payment Bond, Performance Bond, Notice of Award Form, Notice to Proceed Form, General Conditions, Technical Specifications and Addenda (if any) may be examined after May 7thh, 2024 (12:00pm -noon) at the following locations:
Jeffrey J. Lahey Architect
9110 Cty G
Mt. Horeb, WI 53572
608-445-1056
jlahey@tds.net
Office of the Montrose Clerk
1341 Diane Ave
BELLEVILLE, WISCONSIN 53508
608-424-3848
Copies of the Contract Documents and Construction Plans may be obtained after May 7th, 2024 at the office of Jeffrey J. Lahey Architect, 9110 Cty G, Mt. Horeb, WI 53572. There is no charge for electronic copies and a charge of $40 per set of plans/documents to each contractor.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bidders must be qualified prior to the bid deadline of June 4, 2024, in accordance with Wisconsin Statute 16.855 (9m).
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
The Prime Contractors, in awarding subcontracts, is required to make a good faith effort to achieve a minimum goal of participation by MBE’s and WBE’s, in accordance with Public Law 102-389.
Attention to bidders is particularly called to the arrangements as to conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under contract, Section 3, Segregated Facility, Section 109 and E.O. 11246.
As required per WI. Stat.66.091(7), provide a subcontractor list (if any) along with Bid Form.
The contract shall not be subject to Prevailing Wage Rates.
No bidder may withdraw his/her bid within 60 days after the actual day of the opening thereof.
RIGHTS RESERVED
The Town of Montrose reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive informalities in any bid.
Published by the authority of
Jennifer Armstrong
Clerk/Treasurer
Town of Montrose
5/6/2024
Notice from Sheriff’s Office: Car Break-Ins
The Dane County Sheriff’s Office has been investigating a rash of thefts from vehicles in the last several weeks.
The Sheriff’s Office is urging citizens to lock their vehicles and remove any valuables.
Theft is a preventable crime of opportunity that can happen in just moments. Following these simple steps can prevent you from becoming a victim.
- Check vehicles to ensure you have removed all valuables.
- Lock your car doors, and ensure your garage door is secured.
- Walk around the inside of your home and lock/secure all doors and windows.
- Turn ON outside lights.
- Report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.
While sharing information on social media can be valuable, the Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to report any information to your local Law Enforcement first. When reporting a crime please include as much information as possible to include location, description of subject, direction of travel, and if any potential security camera footage is available.
How to Report:
Non-Emergency: (608) 255-2345
Emergency: 911
Please email Deputy Zach Barton at barton.zachary@danesheriff.com or call my work cell phone at (608) 212-8742 with any questions.
Noxious Weeds Notice
STATE OF WISCONSIN
Town of Montrose
Dane County
Noxious Weeds Notice
Every person is required by law to destroy the following noxious weeds growing on land in the Town of Montrose, Dane County, Wisconsin, owned, operated, or controlled by that person:
- Canada thistle.
- Leafy spurge.
- Field bindweed (Creeping Jenny).
- Any weed designated as a noxious weed by the department of natural resources by rule or any other weed the governing body declares by ordinance resolution to be noxious within its respective boundaries.
This must be done at such time and in such a manner that will effectually prevent the weed plants from maturing to the bloom or flower stage, as required by Section 66.0407 of the Wisconsin Statutes.
Jennifer Armstrong
Town Clerk
For more information on noxious weeds or invasive plants, please visit the WI Department of Natural Resource’s website at:
https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Invasives/RegulatedSpecies
https://widnr.widencollective.com/portals/gw8sdbfa/InvasiveSpeciesPhotoGallery
Help Fill Local Food Pantry Shelves For The Holidays
From Pellitteri Waste Systems:
The holiday season is upon us, and we are fundraising for our annual ThanksGIVING Back program to collect donations for local food pantries. We need your help!
Last year, we raised just over $10,000 between the virtual food drive, employee events and corporate donation. That’s 25,000 meals provided for those in need. Every $10 raised provides up to 25 meals.
Please consider donating to our virtual food drive for Second Harvest Foodbank.
Thank you for supporting our fundraising efforts.
Special thanks to last year’s contributors, including Baer Insurance, City of Monroe City Hall, City of Monroe Senior Center, First American Title, Town of Dunn, Village of Brooklyn, Village of McFarland, Village of Shorewood Hills, Woodford State Bank, and many individuals!
Thank you to this year’s supporters:
- Baer Insurance
- City of Monroe City Hall
- City of Monroe Senior Center
- Town of Dunn
- Town of Montrose
- Village of Brooklyn
- Village of McFarland
- Village of Shorewood Hills
- Village of Waunakee
Watch our Facebook page for all our holiday happenings.
Have a safe and blessed Holiday Season!
Belleville Schools Hall of Fame
The Belleville School District Wildcat Wall of Fame Committee is once again seeking nominations!
The Wildcat Wall of Fame now includes 19 members. Check out our new online wall, complete with biographies, student/staff portraits, speeches, and video recordings of the ceremonies.
Nominations can be made online using this form or by submitting a hard copy to the Belleville High School (BHS) office. You will also find posters with a QR code to access the online form all around the Village.
While nominations are open year-round, submissions must be received by Monday, December 18, for consideration for induction in the spring of 2024.
Take a moment to recognize a BHS alumnus, a school district staff member or coach, or a community member that has had an impact on you or others. The number of nominations over time is a major consideration for the committee in advancing nominees through the process.
The Wildcat Wall of Fame Committee appreciates you promoting this recognition program.
Please contact the School District of Belleville with any questions at 608-424-6120.
HWY 69 Construction Project Update (Belleville to Paoli)
Hwy 69 is Open!
There are still a few minor items that will be worked on over the next couple of weeks.
Project Website: https://projects.511wi.gov/wis69/
We appreciate and thank you for your patience and understanding throughout the construction season!!
HWY 69 Construction Project Update (Belleville to Paoli)
Work in the reconstruction continues this month (Richard Street to Paoli):
- Asphalt paving
- Aggregate shoulder
- Guard Rail
- Rumble strips
- Salvaged topsoil, landscaping
- Pavement marking
- Permanent Signing
- The construction zone is filled with equipment and contractors working and moving in multiple directions throughout the stretch of roadway.
- Anticipated completion is early October
REMINDER HWY 69 is closed to thru traffic. Access is allowed only for HWY 69 residents and businesses who have an origin or destination on the project. Travel through the construction zone is not permitted except for school busses and emergency personnel. If your destination is within the construction zone, it is recommended to use your closest access to STH 69 to get to a driveway. Large trucks need to use appropriate truck routes. Please slow down, obey any flagging operations, and stop for all construction equipment, as they have the right-of-way.
A signed detour route is posted and follows WIS 92, WIS 78 and US 18/151.
Project Website: https://projects.511wi.gov/wis69/
If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to Kim Ballweg at 608.212.5191 or ballwegk@AyresAssociates.com.
We appreciate and thank you for your patience and understanding throughout the construction season!!
HWY 69 Construction Project Update (Belleville to Paoli) – August 2, 2023
Work in the reconstruction continues (Richard Street to Paoli):
- Roadway aggregates are being placed
- Salvaged topsoil, landscaping
- Asphalt paving anticipated to begin the week of August 7th, and continue until early September –
- Expect delays and short term side road closures.
- The construction zone is filled with equipment and contractors working and moving in multiple directions throughout the stretch of roadway.
- Anticipated completion is early October
REMINDER HWY 69 is closed to thru traffic. Access is allowed only for HWY 69 residents and businesses who have an origin or destination on the project. Travel through the construction zone is not permitted except for school busses and emergency personnel. If your destination is within the construction zone, it is recommended to use your closest access to STH 69 to get to a driveway. Large trucks need to use appropriate truck routes. Please slow down, obey any flagging operations, and stop for all construction equipment, as they have the right-of-way.
A signed detour route is posted and follows WIS 92, WIS 78 and US 18/151.
Project Website: https://projects.511wi.gov/wis69/
If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to Kim Ballweg at 608.212.5191 or ballwegk@AyresAssociates.com.
We appreciate and thank you for your patience and understanding throughout the construction season!!
STH 69 Construction Project Update 7/13/23
Work in the reconstruction continues (Richard Street to Paoli):
- Grading operations
- Roadway aggregates
- Salvaged topsoil, landscaping
- Concrete curb and gutter is anticipated in late July/early August
- Asphalt paving anticipated to begin in mid-August
- The construction zone is filled with materials, equipment and contractors working and moving in multiple directions throughout the stretch of roadway. The travel way may be narrow, bumpy, dusty or muddy.
- Anticipated completion is early October
REMINDER HWY 69 is closed to thru traffic. Access is allowed only for HWY 69 residents and businesses who have an origin or destination on the project. Travel through the construction zone is not permitted except for school busses and emergency personnel. If your destination is within the construction zone, it is recommended to use your closest access to STH 69 to get to a driveway. Large trucks need to use appropriate truck routes. Please slow down, obey any flagging operations, and stop for all construction equipment, as they have the right-of-way.
A signed detour route is posted and follows WIS 92, WIS 78 and US 18/151.
Project Website: https://projects.511wi.gov/wis69/
If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to Kim Ballweg at 608.212.5191 or ballwegk@AyresAssociates.com.
We appreciate and thank you for your patience and understanding throughout the construction season!!