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Residents comments wrap up four-part
Citizen Input Survey results series
By Kevin Struck,
University of Wisconsin-Extension
This is the final article in a four-part
series summarizing the results of the
Village of Kohler Smart Growth/Long
Range Planning Citizen Input Survey,
which was undertaken this past summer.
Last months article covered questions 27-
37 on the survey, which primarily focused
on natural resources and economic devel-
opment. This article continues with
Question 38, which begins a new section on
intergovernmental cooperation, followed
by questions on land use and other issues.
Residents who would like to see complete,
detailed survey results can obtain a copy of
the tabulated survey from the Village
Clerks office.
Intergovernmental cooperation typically
includes agreements between cities, vil-
lages, towns, school districts, and counties.
Given the recent emphasis throughout the
state on shared services, Question 38 asked
respondents whether or not they agreed
with the following statement: Intergovern-
mental cooperation between the Village of
Kohler and surrounding units of govern-
ment is important to our mutual future. A
substantial 78.5 percent of respondents
answered Agree. When asked to identify
focuses for cooperation, the top response
was ambulance/first responders, followed
by fire protection; police protection; land
use/zoning; and a handful of other public
services. One survey respondent may have
summed up the results of this question best
when he or she wrote We are too small to
stand alone.
Changing subjects, the next two ques-
tions focused on land use. Question 39
offered respondents three alternatives relat-
ed to the annexation of land. Which one of
the following do you favor? 1) Annexation
of land by the Village to extend services
(water, sewer, etc.) to existing development
in the surrounding towns; 2) Annexation
of land to accommodate future growth
within the Village of Kohler; or 3) No
annexation of land keep the present
Village boundaries. Alternative #2 received
the most support at 43.3 percent, followed
by #3 at 33.2 percent and then #1 at 11.5
percent. A total of 12.1 percent of respon-
dents had no opinion on this question.
Question 40 asked whether or not resi-
dents agreed with the following statement:
As a policy, new housing development
should first be located on available lands
within the Village of Kohler before any
land is annexed. 60.9 percent agreed with
this statement, while 19.3 percent dis-
agreed, 11.8 percent had no opinion, and 8
percent did not provide an answer.
Kohler School District sees record-
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enrollment of well over 800. Resource
rooms could be reconverted back into class-
rooms, and the school has four unfinished
classroom shells on the upper level that
are currently being utilized for storage but
could be converted into additional class-
rooms.
Susan Jaberg, Elementary Dean of
Students, said the top reasons cited by fam-
ilies of prospective students for choosing
Kohler Schools is the small size of the com-
munity and school class sizes, the schools
reputation, specifically test scores, gradua-
tion rates, high number of college-bound
graduates, safety and security, attendance
and retention rates and discipline statistics.
Jaberg said many inquiring families, espe-
cially those from out of state, utilize the
Department of Instruction website, which is
an excellent tool for researching and com-
paring state districts. The web address is:
data.dpi.state.wi.us/data/selschool.asp (use
the interactive map to navigate to the
The total number of students enrolled in
Kohler Public Schools for the 2006-07
school year is a record-breaking 607 (up 23
students from last years total enrollment of
584). Previously, the 1971-72 school year
saw the highest enrollment on record with a
total of 590 students. (enrollment figures
between 1981 and 1997 were unavailable).
According to enrollment records
released by the district, the number of stu-
dents attending Kohler Schools through the
open enrollment program has remained the
same as last year at 88 students, but the res-
ident student enrollment has increased by
23 students this year.
Kohler School District Superintendent
Jeff Dickert attributed this years resident
enrollment increase to new families moving
into the Village despite the lack of new
home construction occurring in Kohler.
Families purchasing existing homes in the
Village appears to be the current trend.
According to Dickert, increased enroll-
ment means increased revenue leading to
expanded school programs taxpayer relief.
He said the open enrollment program will
bring in half a million dollars this year.
The average class size at Kohler is 43
students, with the Senior class being the
smallest at 30 students, and the second
grade class the largest with 50 students.
Dickert said one of his goals is to work
toward bringing the high school enrollment
up to a total of about 200 students, or 50 stu-
dents per class (the current total high school
enrollment is 157). He said he would then
like to see the total district enrollment level
off at about the 600 student range so the
school remains a 2-section school, meaning
each class is accommodated by two class-
rooms and two teachers with aides where
needed.
If the Village sees future new develop-
ment leading to substantial school enroll-
ment growth, Dickert said the school build-
ing was designed to accommodate a student
Kohler School District).
During an audience question and answer
session at the September 18th district strate-
gic plan presentation, however, some par-
ents of Kohler students expressed concern
that the schools enrollment growth will
have a negative affect on academic achieve-
ment, especially in the lower grades. Some
audience members cited findings of class-
size reduction studies such as the Student
Achievement Guarantee in Education
(SAGE) study, which determined that a
student-teacher ratio of 15:1 prompts
achievement gains for students in kinder-
garten through third grade. In response,
Kohler School Board member Dr. Jane
Bishop noted that the SAGE study was con-
ducted in high poverty districts and there-
fore is less relevant to Kohler. Dr. Bishop
also pointed out that the same year that
Kohler Schools was awarded a School of
Excellence award, her daughters class con-
sisted of one classroom of 25 students with
Source: Kohler Public Schools and The Department of Public Instruction
one teacher and an aide. The current class
size policy for the district allows for the hir-
ing of educational support personnel for
classrooms that increase in enrollment to
within specified ranges, depending on the
grade. The policy states, for example, that
the suggested class-size range for first and
second grade is 18 to 22 students, with sup-
port personnel added when the range
increases to between 23 and 26 students.
Other parents attending the strategic plan
presentation reminded the audience that it
wasnt too long ago that the very survival of
Kohler Schools was in jeopardy when there
was talk of disbanding Kohler Schools and
busing students to another district.
The increased student enrollment is also
welcomed by some students and parents,
especially in the middle school/high school
levels, for social reasons and because it
helps support extracurricular activities.
Continued on page 2
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The final two questions on the survey
were catch all questions to make sure
that respondents had a chance to express
themselves on any issues that were missed
or to reemphasize previous points. There
were about 140 responses to What
improvements would be beneficial to the
future of the Village of Kohler? and about
85 responses to Please list any additional
comments here. In general, the responses
encompassed about 25-30 issues or ideas,
with comments regarding village character,
housing choices, local shopping, taxes, the
school, and housing for seniors leading the
way. Asmall sample of representative com-
ments follows.
Keep it [Kohler] a village affordable
housing for seniors and young families
keep green space try to rekindle the sense
of community that existed in the past and
was nourished by year round community
events.
Senior housing affordable.
The Village needs to facilitate a posi-
tive working relationship among every-
one.
Work to reduce taxes. Its getting too
expensive to stay here.
Please work to keep Kohler a small
town where families can afford to live on
less than a six-figure income keep it sized
so kids can ride their bikes safely and there
isnt a lot of traffic.
Things are pretty good here right
now.
Kohler is a great community lets
keep it that way.
Based on statistical information from
nine supplemental questions at the back of
the survey, respondents were split nearly
evenly between males and females. The
55-65 age group had the most respondents,
followed by 45-54. About 93 percent were
permanent residents of the Village (3 per-
cent were seasonal; 4 percent did not
respond); and 96 percent owned property
within the Village. About one-quarter of
the survey respondents have lived in the
Village less than five years, while slightly
over 30 percent have lived in the Village 20
years or longer. Regarding employment, 24
percent worked within the Village of
Kohler, 47 percent outside of it, and 27 per-
cent of respondents were retired. Over 80
percent of respondents have Internet access
at home or at work.
This completes the series of articles
summarizing the results of the Citizen
Input Survey. These results have already
been referred to several times in Village
Board, Plan Commission, and other com-
mittee deliberations, and undoubtedly will
continue to be referenced in the future. In
addition, the survey results have been
shared with Kohler Co. and forwarded to
the Villages planning consultant,
Martenson & Eisele, where they will be
incorporated into the findings and future
recommendations of the Villages new
comprehensive plan.
Citizen Survey results Continued from page 1
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The Village of Kohler has completed a
number of updates and renovations to
Village facilities including the youth cen-
ter, village gymnasium, Kohler Memorial
Theatre, the swimming pool, locker rooms,
bathrooms and other interior and exterior
touch-ups.
Major projects included making
entrances compliant with the American
Disabilities Act, replacing ceiling and
lighting in a number of areas, painting of
the pool, and replacing interior and exteri-
or doors which include new rekeying and
security systems. The Village gymnasium
and pool area received new sound systems
and walls were repainted, with impressive
graphics painted on as well.
Bathrooms received new fixtures and
wall tiling along with repainting, and the
youth center received new carpeting, air
conditioning upgrade, and the bar was
extended.
The Theatres stage was refinished, the
exterior canopy was repaired and steps and
a ramp leading to the theatre were redone.
Along with a new sound system, the
Village gymnasium now has new ADA
compliant bleachers, new lighting, a refin-
ished floor and impressive wall padding
imprinted with the Blue Bomber logo.
The community thanks Kohler
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scoring table for the gymnasium, and the
Dickelman family for their donation of the
large United States flag that hangs on the
gymnasium wall. Much appreciation also
goes out to the Village Board for approving
funding for the projects, to Bruce Neerhoff
for planning, designing and managing the
projects, and the very talented Village crew
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Members of Bethany Lutheran Church
of Kohler officially welcomed Rev. Robert
Steele when he was installed as their
Pastor at a special four o'clock service on
Sunday, October 1. Rev. John Wille,
President of the South Wisconsin District,
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, deliv-
ered the sermon and did the installation.
Rev. Christian Gugel, Good Shepherd,
Sheboygan, participated as Liturgist and
Rev. Bryan Osladil, Our Redeemer,
Sheboygan, was the Lector. Members of
the area clergy also participated in the cer-
emony. Bethany's youth and several
Lutheran High students provided music
along with the church choir and organist. A
meal and fellowship gathering followed the
service. The pastor and family were present-
ed a gift of pantry items.
Rev. Steele was formerly an associate
Pastor at a sister congregation in Sheboygan.
He presently resides at the church parsonage
with his wife Julie, daughters Rachel and
Sarah, and son Nathan. The three teenagers
attend Lutheran High School.
Rev. Steele graduated from the Ft.
Wayne Seminary in Indiana with a Master's
Degree of Divinity in the spring of 1997.
The family resided in Michigan before mov-
ing to Indiana. After graduation, his first call
was to Our Savior's Lutheran Church in
Sheboygan where he served for nine years.
This past summer he was called to serve at
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Affordable Health Care ...
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Expand BadgerCare to cover all
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FamilyCare - expansion to help seniors
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In the last Term, our Sheboygan representatives
to the Assembly voted as follows:
AB321 - Would have required doctors to inform ladies that babies feel pain after 20 weeks.
AB175 - Would have required parental consent for an abortion to be performed on a minor.
KESTELL - Yes LeMAHIEU - Yes VAN AKKEREN - NO
AJR77 - Would have limited tax increases to 90% of the average increase in citizen income.
AB4 - Would have allowed people to deduct their HSA healthcare expenses on their state taxes.
KESTELL - Yes LeMAHIEU - Yes VAN AKKEREN - NO
SB403 - Would have allowed lawful citizens to obtain a concealed carry permit.
KESTELL - Yes LeMAHIEU - Yes VAN AKKEREN - NO
SB567 - Would have required proof of citizenship or legal status to be eligible for public assistance.
KESTELL - Yes LeMAHIEU - Yes VAN AKKEREN - NO
Since Joe Leibham left the Assembly to become our State Senator, Sheboygan and Kohler have not had an Assemblyman
who will VOTE STRONG on family/moral value issues.
There is no guarantee that Mark Green will defeat Jim Doyle in the November 7th gubernatorial election. Most of the
legislation listed above, and many other conservative bills, were only 2 votes short of overturning Jim Doyles vetoes.
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A SPECIAL THANKS
I truly appreciate the wealth of kindness extended during my
lengthy recovery from The Fall.
My sincere thanks to all those who called, stopped in
occasionally or frequently, sent cards and well wishes,
organized, cooked and delivered delicious meals, or dropped
off goodies, treats, and soups. Thanks to the SPECIAL
GROUP OF PEOPLE who drove me daily to physical therapy
regardless of the weather and encouraged me along the way.
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CLASSIFIEDS
Kohler Seniors
Please join the Kohler Seniors at the Village Hall on November 6 at
1:30 p.m. Major Alan Hellstrom of the Salvation Army will be the guest
speaker. All are welcome.
Kohler School Friends
Second Monday of the month at 11:15 a.m. in the Library.
Kohler Police Athletic League (KPAL)
Second Thursday of every month at the firehouse. Social time
begins at 7:00 p.m., meetings begin at 7:30 p.m.
Kohler Soccer Club
Second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Library.
Kohler Athletic Booster Club
First Monday of each month (excluding July) at 7:00 PM in the Library.
In September, the club will meet the second Monday of September due
to the Labor Day holiday
Meeting Dates
Announcements and milestones are printed free of charge. Mail or leave in drop box at:
Terra Media, L.L.C., 219 Church St., Kohler, WI 53044.
Please include self-addressed stamped envelope to ensure return of photo prints.
Classifieds are $5 per issue. Make checks payable to Terra Media, L.L.C.
Classifieds are $5 per issue. Payment must accompany ad or be made by 20th of month.
Please do not request billing for classifieds.
Make checks payable to
Terra Media, L.L.C. and mail or leave in drop box at 219 Church St., Kohler, WI 53044
NEEDED
Looking for black Lincoln
Towncar - 2001-2005.
Call Stardust Limousine at 773-2270
MILESTONES
Village Realty & Development is proud to announce the addition of Amy Gutschow
as a new Sales Associate to it's professional staff. Amy and her husband Todd currently re-
side in Kohler with their four daughters. A life-long area resident, Amy brings with her a vast
knowledge of the local and surrounding communities and will draw on this knowledge as
well as utilizing the many resources provided her by one of the areas' most well respected
agencies.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Crystal Hermann Fieber has joined the law firm of Hopp
Neumann Humke LLP, 607 North Eighth Street, Suite 400,
Sheboygan. She will be practicing in the areas of municipal
law and estate planning.
Fieber is a Sheboygan County native, graduating from
Plymouth High School in 1998. She graduated from the
University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Mis-
souri-Columbia School of Law. At the University of Mis-
souri, Fieber served as the Editor-in-Chief of the Missouri
Environmental Law and Policy Review and acted as the
Philanthropy Chair of the Women's Law Association. She
was named to the Dean's List each semester during law
school and received several awards for legal excellence.
Fieber is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin, the
Sheboygan County Bar Association, and the Plymouth Chamber of Commerce.
She married Timothy D. Fieber in June, and the couple currently resides in Kohler.
Peil/Lindstrom
Courtney Peil and Greg Lind-
strom both of Kohler, WI are en-
gaged to be married.
Their parents are Tom and Judy
Leonhardt of Kohler and Mike and
Sheryl Lindstrom of Kohler.
The future bride is a 2002 gradu-
ate of Kohler High School and grad-
uated from UW-Green Bay with a
degree in Human Biology/Chem-
istry. The future groom is a 2001
graduate of Kohler High School and
graduated from UW-Oshkosh with a
degree in Business Administration.
A wedding is planned for July 28,
2007.
Courtney Peil & Greg Lindstrom
Class of 1956
holds 50th
class reunion
Written by Julie Schuman
When the Kohler class of 1956 gathered
in September for our 50th reunion, we in-
cluded a tour of the new Kohler school, the
highlight of which was a visit to the same
kindergarten room we were in. Lance
Northey gave us an excellent tour and we all
did the original Kohler cheer and song for
him entitled Three Cheers For Old Kohler
High! When we saw the new state-of-the-
art gymnasium, we remembered with pride
how our class senior boys led the Kohler
basketball team to State that year, in 1956,
playing in the old Kohler Recreation Hall lo-
cated where the Design Center now stands!
We mingled on the stage in the old first
grade room and for a moment, we were back
in time playing house up there and being the
weatherperson for the day! What a wonder-
ful reunion we had and such great memories!
Pictured in the kindergarten room from left to right: John Hirsch, Sheboygan Falls; Randall Nack, Chicago; Stuart Katte, AR; Julie (Gehrke) Shuman,
Kohler; Mitzi (Burfeind) Erdmann, MN; Kaye (Thompson) Werbeckes, AR; Marlene (Klauser) Lienow, Montana; Carole (Etzkown) Gruenke, Lake Keesus,
WI; Mary (Bahring) Pozewitz, Sheboygan; Don Turk, CA; Joan (Aschenbrener) Yacovone, CA; Jim Boerner Sheboygan; and Janet (Zabel) Kroos, She-
boygan. Class members not on the tour were Jim Schoemer, CO; Mary (Fischer) Turvey, MI; Leonard and Lynn (Markusch) Hug, CO; Janice (Faas)
Schleinz, Sheboygan; and Mary (Rauner) Rector, TN.
To the Kohler High School Class of 1986 The responses received to date indi-
cate that class members would prefer a summer reunion. Therefore, we will reschedule our
planned 20th reunion to July of 2007. I hope that all of you will be able to attend. Please
contact me at jhorneck@msn.com and send me your ideas or comments, and please send
me contact information you might have for other classmates as well; specifically e-mail ad-
dresses, as we would like to use the convenience and power of the Internet to coordinate
the event. Look forward to hearing from you and seeing you soon.
Village President Tom
Leonhardt and Kohler Po-
lice Chief Rutten present
a framed resolution to re-
cently retired officer Larry
J. Leonhardt at the Octo-
ber 16th Village Board
meeting. The resolution
commended Officer Leon-
hardt on his 28-1/2 years
of dedicated service to the
Kohler Police Department
and Village residents.
Pictured L to R: Chief Bill Rutten,
Village Presient Tom Leonhardt,
retired Officer Larry Leonhardt.
Officer Leonhardt commended for years of
dedicated service
ENGAGEMENTS
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Inflation has been in the news quite a bit
lately. After years of enjoying very mild infla-
tion rates, we may be entering a period in
which we experience more significant price in-
creases on a broad range of products and
services. As a consumer, you can easily see
what increased inflation might mean to you.
But will higher inflation hurt your investments?
Before you can answer this question, you
need to be familiar with a little monetary poli-
cy, as set by the Federal Reserve, our na-
tion's central bank. If the Fed believes that we
may be experiencing substantial increases in
the cost of living, it will try to "cool off" the
economy by raising short-term interest rates.
And that's just what it has done over the past
couple of years.
So, as you can see, there's typically a pos-
itive correlation between rising inflation and
higher short-term interest rates. Now we can
return to our initial inquiry: Will inflation harm
your investments? Well, it depends. In the
short run, when interest rates rise, it becomes
more expensive for companies to borrow to fi-
nance their operations; consequently, their
profit margins may be squeezed and their
stock prices might fall.
Yet, even in an environment of higher infla-
tion, there are reasons to be encouraged
about the stock market. In the long run, infla-
tion allows companies to raise prices, thereby
boosting the dollar value of their sales and
earnings. And the threat of higher prices may
spur people to buy sooner, rather than later,
so some consumer-oriented businesses may
actually benefit from inflation. If that happens,
their profit outlook may improve, as will their
attractiveness to investors.
In short, if you own stocks, the threat of in-
flation, by itself, is no reason to panic. Howev-
er, you may want to look over your portfolio
with your financial professional to see if you
need to make adjustments, because different
Financial Focus
What Can You Expect if Inflation Heats Up?
market sectors will respond differently to
higher interest rates.
Inflation: Bad news for bonds?
People can debate inflation's effect on
the stock market, but when it comes to
bonds, the evidence is pretty clear. If the
Fed thinks inflation is creeping up, it will
raise short-term interest rates, and that
hurts bond prices. That's because people
will not pay face value for your bonds if
newer ones are available with higher inter-
est rates. However, most investors buy
bonds for the income they provide. So if you
hold your bonds until maturity, or they are
called, you will still receive interest pay-
ments along the way and receive your initial
investment upon maturity.
There are other things you can do to help
improve the long-term outlook for your
fixed-income investments. For one thing,
you can build a "bond ladder" by purchasing
bonds of varying maturities - short-, inter-
mediate- and long-term. Once you have es-
tablished a bond ladder, you are prepared
for both rising and falling interest rates.
When rates are rising, the proceeds from
your maturing bonds can be used to invest
in new bonds at the higher levels. When
market rates are falling, you may not be
able to purchase new bonds at the previous
rates, but you'll continue to benefit from the
higher rates offered by your longer-term
bonds.
Review your options
Worries over inflation are real - but, in the
long run, they may be overblown. As we've
seen, the Federal Reserve is actively fight-
ing inflation, and it has been pretty success-
ful at doing so for the past couple of
decades. But in any case, it's not a bad idea
to be prepared for inflationary pressures by
reviewing all your options with your financial
professional.
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Sports
Sports
Sixth grade girls take 1st place
at YMCA tournament
The 6th grade girls team took first at the YMCA 3-on-3 KFC Basketball Tournament on September 30th.
L to R: Jim Kukla, Rachael Maggi, Natalie Kukla, Jamie Henderson, Abby Lee, and Rick Henderson.
Former Kohler athlete inducted
into College Hall of Fame
Jennie Taubenheim-Robinette, a Sheboy-
gan-area native, was recently inducted into the
Saint Mary's College (Notre Dame, IN) Athlet-
ic Hall of Fame for her outstanding career for
the Belles from 1992-1996.
After her outstanding high school career at
Kohler High School, where she was named to
the 1990-1991 and 1991-1992 All-Area Teams,
Jennie went on to be a standout basketball
player for the Belles.
She currently holds six Saint Mary's
records, including most field goals in a game
(15), most points in a season (476), most field
goals in a season (191), most points in a career
(1533), most field goals in a career (619), and
most steals in a career (274). Taubenheim-
Robinette is also among the top four players in
school history for free-throws in a season, most
rebounds in a season, and most career re-
bounds. She was the team Most Valuable Play-
er her sophomore, junior and senior years while
being voted the Most Improved Player her
freshman year.
Jennie was also named the Saint Mary's
College "Athlete of the Year" award winner her
senior year. In addition, during that same sea-
son Jennie had the distinction of having her #33
jersey retired, an honor that only two other pre-
vious Saint Mary's basketball players had ever
had happen to them.
The Plymouth SC
U13 CoEd soccer team
(made up of many
Kohler players) was the
U13 Boys Manchester
Division Champions at
the Appleton Soccer
Club's 7th Annual Octo-
berfest Tournament Sep-
tember 30th through Oc-
tober 1st. To advance to
the semi-finals, they tied
the Neenah Sharks 1-1
and defeated Appleton
SC 3-0. In the semi-fi-
nals they defeated FC
Magic 1-0 to meet
MYSC U13 White in the
championship game.
Plymouth played the en-
tire championship game
without any subs. The
final score was 0-0. Ply-
mouth won the shoot out
3-1.
Front row L to R: John Benishek, Alex Romanoski, Garrett Griswold, Jacob Boening Middle row: Andrew Goodell, Jacob Hart, Ross
Heginbottom, Tyler Lewis. Back row: Ray Venn, Jacob Allmann, Keeper Ryan Zittel, Brenna Hogan, Connor Hogan, Coach Rod
Hogan. Missing from photo: Adam Bunke.
U13 team tournament division champs
Tengowski takes
home the gold
Kohler first-grader Benjamin Tengowski
took first place in 5 out of 6 events (parallel
bars, rings, floor ex, pommel horse and high
bar) and he took first place all around. The
level 4 Springers took home the second place
team trophy. Tengowskis first meet was in
Waukesha on October 8th, where he took two
first place medals and three second place
medals and second place all around.
Kohler seniors Rachel Saemann and Abby Dolloff (21-7) won their
first round match against Krista Leffin and Katie Leitermann (15-8) of
Martin Luther, Greendale, 6-2, 7-6 (4) at the WIAA Division 2 State Ten-
nis Tournament in Madison on October 12, 13 and 14th. They lost their
second round match to the tournaments No. 2 seed, Danielle Lenth and
Erin OFlaherty of LaCrosse Aquinas, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4.
Rachel Saeman and Abby Dolloff
Seniors make trip to Madison
for State Tennis Tourney
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Seventy five years ago Miss Marie Chris-
tine Kohler dedicated the Waelderhaus to the
memory of her father, John Michael Kohler.
Originally created as a meeting place for the
Kohler Girl Scouts, it still serves that purpose
today.
To celebrate this historic building and the
generations of Girl Scouts who have called it
their home, Kohler Foundation and Kohler
Girl Scout Troops 417 and 543 are hosting a
festive holiday breakfast at the Waelderhaus
on November 18th at 9:00 am. Women and
girls of all ages are invited to share a delicious
pancake breakfast prepared by Kohler's Amer-
ican Club.
Entertainment will include the Kohler
High School Madrigals, a presentation of
Girl Scout Breakfast
Celebrates 75th Anniversary
of Waelderhaus
Walederhaus and Kohler Girl Scout traditions
including vintage Girl Scout uniforms and a
few surprises. Special guest speakers will
share tales, stories and photos of dolly tea par-
ties at the Waelderhaus.
In the tradition of Waelderhaus holiday tea
parties, all girls, and women too, are invited to
bring their favorite doll. Special seating will
be available for all dolls. Each Girl Scout in
attendance will receive a special commemora-
tive patch and photograph.
The cost of the Girl Scout Holiday Break-
fast is $15.00 per person. Reservations can be
made by mail to Amy Molepske, 515 W. Park
Lane, Kohler, WI 53044 with checks made to
Girl Scout Troop 417.
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Assorted holiday gifts, sweets
and treats available at any price to make
your holiday shopping a piece of cake!
The Wisconsin Army Air National Guard's 832nd air ambulance helicopter delivered the game ball for the
October 13th Lutheran/Kohler football game at Ebben Field.
Girl Scouts hosting all you can
eat spaghetti dinner
Girl Scout Troop 543 is hosting an all
you can eat spaghetti dinner fundraiser on
Wednesday, November 15 from 5:00 to 8:00
p.m. in the Kohler Schools cafeteria.
Cost is $6 for adults, $4 for seniors and $4
for kids 4 through 12. Kids under 4 eat free.
For tickets call Charise at 451-0097.
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Last year, during the deliberations of
the 2005-07 state budget, I worked aggres-
sively to help develop a new
workforce training initiative
aimed at enhancing the skills of
our states labor force. Collec-
tively, the legislature and the
Governor approved the creation
of the Workforce Advancement
Training Grant program that is
administered through the Wiscon-
sin Technical College System.
The purposes of the Advance-
ment Training Grant program are
to promote increased investment
in the development of incumbent workers,
improve Wisconsin businesses productivi-
ty and competitiveness, and augment the
states economic base by expanding techni-
cal college training services to businesses
and industry. Grants from the program are
awarded to upgrade the skills and produc-
tivity of employees of established, for-
profit businesses operating in Wisconsin,
with the broader objective of supporting
regional workforce and economic develop-
ment efforts. The training can include any
combination of academic, occupational and
employability topics or courses.
One of my top goals as your State Sena-
tor is to improve the wages of all Wiscon-
sin employees. The Advancement Training
Grant program is geared to help increase
employees wages or expand their job and
career opportunities.
Last week, I was pleased to learn that
three area businesses have applied for and
received Advancement Training Grants
from Lakeshore Technical College in
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Cleveland. Specifically, the Curt G. Joa
Inc. of Sheboygan Falls will receive a
grant to train 175 employees,
Muth Mirror Systems of She-
boygan will receive a grant to
train 88 employees and Fed-
eral Mogul of Manitowoc will
receive a grant to help train
300 employees.
These three businesses are
important employers in the
economy of our area and each
strives to maintain and in-
crease their competitiveness
through skilled training and
enhanced production. I enjoyed work-
ing with my colleagues in the legisla-
ture to develop this important program
and I am excited that 563 employees
from our area will benefit from the cre-
ation of the Workforce Advancement
Training Grant program.
As always, it has been a pleasure
communicating with you. Please re-
member to communicate with me and
share your input by calling 888-295-
8750, writing to me at P.O. Box 7882,
Madison, WI 53707-7882, or by e-mail-
ing me at
Sen.Leibham@legis.state.wi.us. You
can also log on to the 9th Senate Dis-
trict on-line office at www.leibhamsen-
ate.com.
It is an honor representing the resi-
dents of the 9th District in the State
Senate!
Contact Senator Leibham by calling 888-295-8750, or
write P.O. Box 7882, Madison, WI 53707-7882, or e-
mail Sen.Leibham@legis.state.wi.us. Visit on-line at:
www.leibhamsenate.com.
Joe Leibham
State Senator
In the new issue of LIFELIGHT, Mr. Job Hou-Seye
was inadvertently omitted from the front page
article, Which Candidates Will Protect Unborn
Babies from Abortion?
Job Hou-Seye will definitely vote to protect the
unborn.
His opponent, Terry Van Akkeren, has a 100%
voting record against pro-life legislation.
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Promises Made, Promises Kept
Generally, when candidates run for political office, they
make promises to the voters regarding the issues they will sup-
port and the acts that they will take if they are elected to that of-
fice. It gives the voters an idea of the issues and programs
which are most important to that candidate.
In that lightI am not much different from others who run
for office. In my campaigns for the State Assembly, I've talked
about my commitment to education, health care, good paying
jobs, lower taxes and our environment.
So, I thought I'd use this week's column to review some of
our accomplishments and actions in those areas!
Education:
Education is one of the most important functions of our government. This past ses-
sion, due to action by Governor Doyle and the Legislature, we were able to meet the
state's commitment to public education with 2/3rds funding, while providing a small
increase in annual funding. Meeting this commitment not only provides for the educa-
tion of our children, but keeps property taxes in check.
We were, also, able to continue the vitally important SAGE program, which pro-
vides funding for smaller class sizes, and the funding of 4 year-old kindergarten pro-
grams. Studies have shown that these programs have a dramatic impact on the ability
of children to learn, as well as positive impacts well into adulthood.
Health Care:
There were modest accomplishments in health care over in the 2005-06 legislative
session, but certainly there is more needed on this front.
We were successful in getting a federal waiver to continue the popular SeniorCare
program, a prescription assistance program for Wisconsin's senior citizens. SeniorCare
was able to continue without any need to increase costs to the program's participants.
We, also, continued to fund the BadgerCare program, which helps low-income
families to get health care, and we created the BadgerRx Gold program, which helps
Wisconsinites get their prescriptions at lower costs through a prescription purchasing
pool.
Health care, in fact, is my number one priority in the next legislative session. It is
an issue of vital concern to families, business and every level of government. We need
to find a way to ensure that health care is both accessible and affordable in Wisconsin.
This is both a "family" issue and a "business" issue. It impacts us all!
Jobs/training:
Through the adoption of elements of Governor Doyle's "GROWWisconsin" Eco-
nomic Development Plan, we have been successful in providing assistance to business-
es which seek to locate or expand in Wisconsin.
In addition, programs which connect Wisconsin businesses with technical/training
experts at Wisconsin's Technical Colleges have helped keep Wisconsin businesses
competitive through worker training programs.
Taxes:
In the 2005-7 biennial budget bill, we were able to adopt reasonable limits on local
property tax increases while maintaining the services our citizens expect. This year,
Wisconsinites will see the lowest increase in property taxes in recent years. According
to the Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance, it was the smallest increase in property taxes in
nearly a decade!
As part of the biennial budget bill, we also took the bold move of eliminating state
taxes on social security. This will be an immense benefit for our state's seniors on
fixed incomes.
On top of that, we took action to finally eliminate the automatic gas tax increase.
If we, as a state, need additional funds for road building and maintenance, the legisla-
ture ought to have the courage to take that action. It should not be increased automati-
cally!
And, on the state level, we worked to fix a $3.2 billion deficit in the 2003-05 bien-
nial budget and a $1.6 billion deficit in the 2005-07 biennial budget without raising
taxes.while continuing to fund schools and capping property tax increases!!!
Environment/Conservation:
We need to continue to act to protect our precious lands and waterways. Adopting
legislation and administrative rules which allow for economic development while con-
tinuing to protect our resources is necessary to Wisconsin's future. A healthy Wiscon-
sin environment and the protection of our natural resources are central to our way of
life.
Fortunately, in recent sessions, we were able to protect the Knowles-Nelson Stew-
ardship program from attack and, thus, continue our efforts to preserve park/conserva-
tion areas for future generations. To help ensure the protection of our natural re-
sources, I also support the reinstatement of the Public Intervener and a return to an in-
dependent DNR, in which the public DNR Board appoints the Department Secretary.
These are, of course, just a few of the issues which are important to me. To name
them all would take a much longer column: protecting our senior citizens, assisting our
state's veterans, public safety, promoting renewable energy and outdoor recreation/con-
servation issues.
Those elected to public office are called public servantsbecause the purpose of
government is to serve the public and respond to public needs. I've done my best as a
member of the Wisconsin State Assembly to serve the residents of the 26th Assembly
District and vote in their best interest. I would be honored to continue that service
and, therefore, I ask for your vote on November 7th!
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State Representative
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The General Election will be held Tuesday,
November 7. The polling place is located in the
Kirkpatrick Center at the Kohler Village Hall,
319 Highland Drive, and will be open from 7:00
am to 8:00 pm. Polling hours have been changed
to start at 7:00 am statewide for uniformity.
Voter registration is required to vote in the
Election. If you are not already registered, you
can register on Election Day at the polls or by
stopping in the Village Offices during regular
Dont forget to
business hours to complete a registration form.
You will need to bring along your Wisconsin dri-
ver's license or state ID. If registering on Elec-
tion Day you will need to provide proof of resi-
dence. An acceptable form of proof of residence
includes a current and complete name and resi-
dential address. Some examples are: WI driver's
license or ID card; residential lease; real estate
tax bill; utility service statement.
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KOHLER PUBLIC LIBRARY
FRIDAY HOURS
Attention all parents!!! The library
closes at 5pm on Fridays. If your child
is spending time in the library on Fri-
days, they MUST be picked up before 5
oclock. Library staff will lock all
doors promptly and children cannot
wait for their rides inside the library.
This may result in your child having to
wait for you outside, under the main
canopy.
LIBRARY PARKING
The library parking spots are intended
for library patrons only. Please do not
park there while dropping off or pick-
ing up children. Library patrons do use
the library during drop off/pick up
times and they are often left with no
available spots. Thank you for your
help.
NOVEMBER GUEST BOOK DISCUS-
SION LEADER:
UW-Sheboygan Instructor Joe Milicia
HIGH FIDELITY by Nick Hornsby -
BOOK DISCUSSION
Date: November 30, 2006
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: Kohler Public Library
This discussion is free and open to the
public.
Library Journals description of the book,
Rob Fleming is the kind of person whose
mindset is clearly shown by his top two
career choices: journalist for the New Mu-
sical Express, 1976-79, and producer for
Atlantic Records, circa 1964-71. Owner of
a small London record shop and musical
snob of a high degree, Rob finds his life
thrown into turmoil when live-in girlfriend
Laura suddenly leaves. He embarks on a
journey through the past, tracking down
old lovers while finding solace with
Marie, an American folk/country singer
living in London, even as he yearns for
Lauras return. Told in an engaging first-
person voice that blends sarcasm with self-
deprecating humor, High Fidelity presents
a painfully funny take on love, music, and
growing up.
STORYHOUR:
Stories, games, songs, and crafts. Tuesday
night at 6:30 pm with program repeated on
Thursday morning at 10:00. Free and
open to the public.
October 31 & November 2: BYE WLA
Conference
November 7 & 9: BOOKS School book
fair starts the 7
th.
. Plan time to browse.
Storyhour location may vary.
November 14 & 16: Bath Time
November 21 & 23: BYE Thanksgiving
November 28 & 30: Kangaroos
NOVEMBER SCRAPBOOK/CARD
MAKING CROP: Registration required.
The childrens portion of the library is free
on Friday so this month we are going to
try something different. We will have an
all day crop on Friday, November 17 from
8to 3. We will also have a day crop on
Saturday from 9 4. Please call 459-2923
to register for one or both of the crops.
We will order out for lunch so bring a few
dollars. The library will provide the soda.
AThanksgiving carousel scrapbook cen-
terpiece class will be offered at 1 on both
Friday and Saturday. Please let us know if
you are interested in the class when you
register, so I can have enough supplies.
Feel free to come to the class even if you
cant make the crop. Thank you.
Victoria Houston Rescheduled:
Wisconsin author Victoria Houston called
to say her new book, Dead Madonna, a
type of fishing fly, will be out in March or
April. She asked if she could reschedule
her visit on Sunday, April 29 at 1:00 pm.
She said by coming on Sunday she should
not have a work conflict like she did the
last time she was to come. Victoria writes
a fishing mystery series in addition to
working in public health. She has a large
enough following now that her new book
will be issued in hard cover. Books will be
available for purchase from one of the
local book stores.
LIBRARY CARD PROBLEMS
Numerous people have called to say they
cannot reserve their books at home by
using their library card on Easicat. The
reason why their card wouldnt work is
that we have now been on Easicat long
enough that it is time for library cards to
be renewed. Your card wont work if the
potential check out time exceeds the expi-
ration date of your card. Please call us at
459-2923 and we will renew your card.
You should then have no trouble ordering
books on Easicat. Sorry about the incon-
venience.
DOWNLOADABLE AUDIO BOOKS:
Kohler Public Library is part of the Wis-
consin Public Library Consortium that is
buying audio books for library patron
checkout directly from the Internet. You
can find a listing of titles by going to
www.easicat.net and then going to the tab
marked Keyword. Once the keyword
screen comes up type in the General box
HOURS:
Monday-Thursday: 8am-8:30pm
Friday: 8am-5:00pm
Sunday 1-4pm
KOHLER PUBLIC LIBRARY LOCATION:
Kohler Public Library is housed with the
school library in the school building at
333 Upper Road.
the words overdrive audiobooks. This
will pull up the list of books available to
you to digitally check out. You can listen
to the books on the computer or download
them to your hand held device. Or, you
can go to www.esls.lib.wi.us to find the
grey box marked Download audio books
here. This is a more direct route to the
download site. There are going on a thou-
sand titles from which to choose.
NEWMATERIALS: Please call 459-
2923 or email jgebhart@esls.lib.wi.us if
you have suggestions of items to purchase
for the library.
FICTION
Before I Wake by Henderson
Motor Mouth by Evanovich
Innocent Man by John Grisham
Short Straw by Woods
Finding Noel by Evans
Liseys Story by King
What Came Before He Shot Her by
George
Under Orders by Francis
For One More Day by Albom
Dance of the Gods by Roberts
Family by Kingsbury
NON FICTION
Girl, Make Your Money Grow
Ultimate New York Body Plan
Who Are the Muslims
The Nest: Newlywed Survival Guide
Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid
Culture Warrior
Being in Balance
Life After Death the burden of proof
Speed Knitting
Barefoot Contessa at Home
DVD
Friends With Money
Just My Luck
Curious George
Drake and Josh go to Hollywood
Thank you For Smoking
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses
Setty - Younger English Setter, female, spayed and housebro-
ken. A very friendly and playful gal. She's good with other dogs.
She's a great family kinda dog.
Visit the Sheboygan County
Humane Society at:
3107 N. 20th St.
Sheboygan, Wi 53083
920-458-2012
www.MySCHS.com
Shelter hours:
Monday - Noon - 4:30p.m.
Tues.& Thurs., Noon - 6:30p.m.
Wed. & Fri. Noon - 4:30p.m.
Saturday Noon - 4:00p.m.
Closed Sundays.
Pets of the month at the Sheboygan County Humane Society
- Photos by Pam Markelz
Church - Younger female, spayed and front declawed. She was
found wandering around a church. She's a very sweet and cud-
dly gal

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Village Meetings Scheduled for
November
11/2 Planning Commission & Strategic
Long-Range Planning
Committee 5:00 pm
11/13 Property Committee 4:45 pm
11/13 Board of Review 5:00 pm
11/13 Finance Committee 6:00 pm
11/20 Village Board 7:00 pm
All meetings are held at the Kohler Village
Hall, 319 Highland Drive.
General Election Tuesday, November 7
The General Election will be held Tues-
day, November 7. The polling place is lo-
cated in the Kirkpatrick Center at the
Kohler Village Hall, 319 Highland Drive,
and will be open from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Polling hours have been changed to start at
7:00 am statewide for uniformity.
Voter registration is required to vote in the
Election. If you are not already registered,
you can register on Election Day at the
polls or by stopping in the Clerk-Treasur-
ers office during regular business hours to
complete a registration form. You will
need to bring along your Wisconsin dri-
vers license or state ID. If registering on
Election Day you will need to provide
proof of residence. An acceptable form of
proof of residence includes a current and
complete name and residential address.
Some examples are: WI drivers license or
ID card; residential lease; real estate tax
bill; utility service statement.
For more information about voter registra-
tion, absentee voting and upcoming elec-
tions, contact the Clerk-Treasurers office
at 920-459-3873. For more information
about Wisconsins voter registration sys-
tem and election procedures, contact the
Wisconsin State Elections Board at 1-866-
VOTEWIS (868-3947) or
seb@seb.state.wi.us, or see its website at
http://elections.wi.gov.
Board of Review scheduled for
November
The Village of Kohler Board of Review
will be meeting on Monday, November 13,
starting at 5:00 pm. Property owners who
want to appear before the Board of Review
to appeal their assessment can contact the
Clerk-Treasurers office at 920-459-3873 to
schedule an appointment. To appear before
the Board you must provide the clerk-
treasurer with written or oral notice of
your intent to file an objection at least 48
hours before the first scheduled meeting of
the Board. Also, a written and signed Form
of Objection to Property Assessment must
be filled out and filed with the clerk within
the first 2 hours of the Boards first sched-
uled meeting.
Triad Council Vehicle Checks
The Kohler Police Department would like
to thank Sheboygan Chevrolet for the win-
terization checks of the seniors of the Vil-
lage of Kohler. This program allowed the
elderly or disabled residents to have their
vehicles checked without charge prior to
the onset of winter. The Triad Council
sponsors this program along with the
Kohler Police Department with the mainte-
nance work donated by Sheboygan
Chevrolet. This was the third year our de-
partment participated in the program; we
will hopefully participate again next year.
School Crossing Guards
The Kohler Police Department has two
very dependable and dedicated crossing
guards that keep the Villages children
safe. They provide a valuable service, at
five different time intervals of up to 25
minutes, during each and every school day.
Please help them out by instructing your
children who are going straight home to do
so before the crossing guards are done
with their shifts. If anyone has a question
of the time intervals, please contact the Po-
lice Pepartment or Officer Gross at the
school.
Gunlocks Available
With gun deer hunting season right around
the corner, the Kohler Police Department
is reminding all those with firearms to use
caution when handling firearms. Also, the
Kohler Police Department continues to
supply Masterlock trigger locks for all res-
idents whot want one. One free gunlock
can be obtained from the Police Depart-
ment just by stopping in. For those who
have already obtained one in 2006, another
can be obtained starting in 2007. In addi-
tion to the Masterlock trigger locks provid-
ed for by the Kohler Police Department, a
federal program, Project Childsafe, contin-
ues to have locks available at the Police
Department while supplies last. These
locks are the cable lock variety and anyone
may request up to three of these for their
guns too.
Shoo the Flu & Pneumonia Too!
The Aurora Visiting Nurse Association of
Wisconsin will be holding a Shoo the Flu
& Pneumonia Too flu and pneumonia
shot clinic at the Kohler Village Hall on
Wednesday, November 8, 2006, from 4:00
to 7:00 pm. If you have any questions
about the clinics, please call Aurora Visit-
ing Nurse Association of Wisconsin at
453-3944.
Leaf Collection
Leaf collection will continue until Decem-
ber 7. Leaves should be raked into the
street along the curb in a three-foot (3)
wide row. No grass clippings, sticks, and
other garden debris are allowed. The Pub-
lic Works Department follows a schedule
for leaf collection. The collection starts on
the south end of the village where the trees
are more mature and produce more leaves.
The route continues to the west and north
sections of the Village. During the last
part of October and early part of Novem-
ber we may only be able to get through the
Village once a week and cannot make ex-
ceptions since this will affect the collection
schedule. A second leaf vacuum machine
will be used during the heaviest weeks of
the season.
Snow Emergency
To find out if a snow emergency is in ef-
fect for the Village, call 459-3881 anytime,
or watch Kohler Cable Channel 20. There
is no parking on Village streets during a
snow emergency. A snow emergency is
called when accumulation is expected to
exceed six inches. Snow emergencies are
typically called from 8:00 AM until 12:00
PM to give the snowplows an opportunity
to clear the streets with no cars in the way.
Snow Removal
Winter is nearly upon us. Here are some
reminders on Village snow removal ordi-
nances and policies.
1. Please remember to shovel your side-
walks within 24 hours after a snowfall
event.
2. Do not blow or shovel snow back into
the street.
3. Please remove vehicles from the street
when the plows are in operation.
Youth Center Hours
Monday and Wednesday 3:15 - 6:00 pm
Tuesday and Thursday 3:15 - 7:00 pm
Friday 3:15 - 10:00 pm
Saturday 1:30 - 10:00 pm
Sunday 1:30 - 6:00 pm
During Thanksgiving Break
the Youth Center will be open
the following hours:
Wednesday 3:00 - 9:00 pm
Friday and Saturday 1:30 -10:00 pm
Sunday 1:30 - 6:00 pm
The Youth Center Menu has
the same great things to eat
that were available during the
summer months. Stop in and
find out about the specials.
Pool Hours
Tuesday and Thursday
4:30 - 6:30 pm
Saturday and Sunday
2:30 - 4:30 pm
Pool Hours for Thanksgiving Break:Friday
through Sunday 2:30 - 4:30 pm
Deep Water Aerobics
We wear flotation belts, so there is no need
to be a good swimmer. Join us for a fun
and gratifying exercise experience. This
45-minute class is held at 5:45 p.m. on
Tuesdays and Thursdays. Class fee is
$1.00 per session or you can purchase a
card for $10.00 and get 12 classes.
Open Gym
Watch for information at the Youth Center
about open gym and pool for the 7-12
graders beginning this fall. This program
would be on Saturday nights.
Winter Recreation Programs
Date with Dad and The Junior Bomber
Clinic will be outlined in the December
Kohler Villager. Registration for Junior
Bombers will be accepted beginning in
December and Date with Dad registra-
tion will begin in January. Watch for more
information about these and additional
programs in the December Villager.
Actions taken by the Village Board dur-
ing their meetings on September 18,
2006
Approved the Village of Kohler/City of
Sheboygan Falls Right-of-Way En-
croachment Agreement for the Village
of Kohler sign.
Approved the franchise extension agree-
ment with Charter Cable Partners,
LLC.
Approved request from Dollar Tree,
Deer Trace Shopping Center for sig-
nage.
Approved operators licenses as re-
quested.
Approved request to hire full-time Po-
lice Officer as a replacement for Officer
Leonhardt.
Approved demanding an additional
$1,000 building deposit from the prop-
erty owner at 222 Forest Road and if
the owner does not pay the additional
deposit or fails to complete the wall
after notice by the Property Committee,
then legal action will be taken to force
compliance with Village Ordinances.
Approved moving the fire hydrant on
Sunset Road at village expense, cost
$2,500, when a building permit is issued
for new construction.
VILLAGE BOARD
Tom Leonhardt, President
John Egan
Bill Kunst
Bernard Lorenz
John Pethan
Steve Reinbacher
Oscar Ward
Clerk-Treasurer
Laurie Lindow
Police Chief
William Rutten
Public Works Supt.
Bruce Neerhof
Fire Chief
Mike Lindstrom
Recreation Director
Susie Wandschneider
Librarian
Jan Gebhart

THE
VILLAGE
VIEW
News and notices from the Village departments
Also visit www.kohlervillage.org


ATTENTION
RESIDENTS:
Kohler Kiwanis Club
Village Directory needs
your updates, additions
and corrections
The Kohler Kiwanis Club is work-
ing on the 2007 Kohler Village Direc-
tory and would appreciate receiving
any additions or corrections of listings
for Village residents. Anyone inter-
ested in purchasing an ad in the direc-
tory should please contact Jan Homis-
ton, phone 451-1889 or e-mail
jrhomiston@charter.net.
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Make a Creative Getaway: Week-
end Artisan Workshops at the
John Michael Kohler Arts Center
This autumn, the John Michael Kohler Arts Center begins a series of weekend work-
shops taught by artists whose work has been regionally, nationally, or internationally
acclaimed. The experiences are designed for collectors, artists, and others who want to
immerse themselves in a brief but intense creative experience. Generally, participants need
not have had experience in the particular medium of the workshops.
On November 18, internationally acclaimed artist Michael Sherrill, who had a solo exhi-
bition of botanical sculptures at the Arts Center in 2005, returns for a workshop titled
"Change the Way You Think About Clay" and an Arts/Industry residency.
Participants will view a slide presentation and demonstrations of tool applications, as
well as experiment with extruding and other clay techniques. Sherrill will discuss glazing,
firing techniques, and the use of metal and glass in his current work. Sundays activities
will include a guided tour of the Kohler Co.s Foundry, Pottery, and resident artists studio
spaces beginning at 10 a.m.
Change the Way You Think About Clay with Michael Sherrill, Ages 16adult.
Saturday, November 18, 10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. (half-hour break for lunch).
Sunday, 10:00 a.m., a tour of the Kohler Co. Foundry and Pottery. 1 session, 5 1/2 hours,
and Kohler Co. tour.
Tuition: $75 ($60 JMKAC member)
Unless otherwise specified, advance registration is required for all classes and related pro-
grams. Places will be held only upon receipt of full tuition. All participants are required to
wear closed-toed shoes. For more information, please call the Arts Center at 920-458-6144.
Give the Gift of Golf
This holiday season, Destination Kohler and the 2007 U.S.
Senior Open are offering the perfect gift idea for golf
enthusiasts.
Now through December 31, for each purchase of a week-
long ticket package ($200 Season Grounds or $315
Independence Club), receive a certificate for a 2-for-1 golf
round on the Meadow Valleys course at Blackwolf Run or the Irish course at
Whistling Straits, and 15% room rate discount at The American Club or Inn on
Woodlake. *Some restrictions apply
Join Greg Norman, Nick Price and Tom Watson as well as 250,000 golf enthusiasts
to celebrate this memorable event. Guarantee your place in history and provide an
unforgettable gift to someone special. 2007 U.S. Senior Open daily tickets are also
available starting at $65 per person for championship rounds. To order tickets, call
888-327-0100 or purchase tickets online today! KohlerChampionships.com.
To order tickets, call 888-327-0100 or purchase tickets online today!
KohlerChampionships.com.
Hearts-A-Bustin'
by Michael Sherrill
(porcelain, silica,
bronze, and glass;
10 x 20 x 16").
Courtesy of Ferrin
Gallery, MA.
Set the Night Aglow Tree Lighting Ceremony
November 24, 2006
The holiday shimmer of the Shops at Woodlake Kohler always dazzles and delights. On Friday,
November 24 from 6:30-8pm, kick off the holiday season with the lighting of a spectacular
Christmas tree in the ARTspace plaza. Enjoy live musical entertainment. Share complimentary
holiday treats with friends and family. Take a horse-drawn carriage ride. Experience the joy of
the season in a whole new light.
For more information, please call 920-459-1713.
Spreading a Little Holiday Cheer
November 30, 2006
There may be a nip in the winter air, but the mood inside will definitely be a festive one as The
Shops at Woodlake Kohler hosts a Holiday Open House on Thursday, November 30 from 5-8
pm. Twinkling lights and horse-drawn carriage rides will add a note of holiday cheer to the
occasion as shops offer customers complimentary hors doeuvres during this progressive party.
Shops will be decked in holiday finery and brimming with gift ideas for those intent on getting
a jump on their shopping. In the spirit of the holidays, each shop will feature a silent auction
item with proceeds of the auction to benefit the Sharon S. Richardson Hospice Home. For more
information, please call 920-459-1713.
Holiday Customer Service Center
November 24 December 24, 2006
Concierge available for gift suggestions, complimentary gift wrapping, Shops at Woodlake gift
certificates and dining recommendations. Located next to Cucina.
Hours: Monday Thursday 10am-6pm
Friday 10am-8pm
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday noon-5pm
December 24 10am-4pm
December 25 closed
Extended Holiday shopping hours at The Shops at Woodlake.
Fridays, November 24 December 22, 2006 Shops open until 8pm
Complimentary horse drawn carriage rides Fridays, 5-7pm
Please call 920-459-1713 for more information.
Holiday Market
November 3-5, 2006
The Wisconsin Holiday Market has become a Christmas tradition at The American Club. More
than 100 merchants and artisans display their finest wares in a glittering old-fashioned holiday
market setting. Choose from heirloom Santas, hand-painted dishes, scented candles, painted
sleds, hand-crafted dolls, Christmas ornaments, homemade jams and jellies, holiday floral
arrangements, framed prints and more. The event has also expanded into the Inn on Woodlake.
General admission tickets are available at the door. Adults $6. Children 12 years and under: $1.
Hours:
Friday, November 3 - 9am-7pm
Saturday, November 4 - 9am-5pm
Sunday, November 5 - 9am-3pm
Five Diamond Dine Around
November 7, 2006
Let the Destination Kohler host accompany you on a shuttle through the village and guide you
through a culinary evening starting with a welcome reception at The Greenhouse followed by
three unique Kohler restaurant dining experiences. End with dessert and cordials at The Winery
Bar located at The American Club. Each evening event begins promptly at 6pm. $125 per per-
son includes tax, gratuity and alcohol.
In Celebration of Chocolate
November 17, 2006
The annual "In Celebration of Chocolate" event returns November 17, 2006 at The American
Club for its 16th year with the theme "Chocolate and Spice and Everything Nice!" Each year,
chefs select a different theme to guide their recipe selection, never repeating a recipe. Enjoy
gourmet desserts, from cakes and tortes to pastries, candies and specialty items. Enjoy candle-
light and live music along with chocolate at this elegant gala-style evening. For more informa-
tion, please call (800) 344-2838.
The American Club presents The Ultimate Holiday Party
Friday, December 1 in The Grand Hall of the Great Lakes
Treat your associates, clients, club members and friends to a festive holiday party at The Ameri-
can Club. Enjoy an evening beginning with a reception at 7pm followed by an elegant dinner
buffet, scrumptious desserts prepared by award-winning chefs and dancing with live entertain-
ment from Three Beers 'Til Dubuque. Cost is $45 per person including tax and gratuity. Wine
and cash bar available throughout the evening. 7-8pm Reception. 8pm-midnight - dinner and
dancing.
For information contact Jolene Mortensen or 920-451-2107 or Sara Trepanier at 920-451-2111.
Space is limited. Advance reservations required and special overnight guest room rates avail-
able at The American Club ($129) and Inn on Woodlake ($99). Single or double occupancy.
DESTINATION KOHLER
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