OCTOBER

for delinquent utilities

Belgium Village Hall, 195 Commerce Street

All meetings take place at the Belgium Village Hall, 195 Commerce Street. Absolutely NO exceptions to the

ELECTION NOTES

Circle November 5^th on your calendar and arrange time to vote at this very important General Election. Encourage your friends and neighbors to vote. Poll hours are 7 a.m.-8 p.m. for the Village of Belgium. Absentee voting is available to you if you will not be in the Village during the poll hours. Contact the Village Hall Office at 285-7931 for details.

UTILITY/TAX BILL PAYMENT LOCATIONS

UTILITY BILLS

Your third quarter utility bill is enclosed. If your sewer consumption is not the same as your water consumption, it is because this quarter’s bill is averaged for residential customers. This does not apply to any property with a deduct meter.

If you are unable to pay the full amount of your bill by the payment due date, you may divide your bill into thirds and pay one-third each month. Please make these payments at the Village Hall. Note* Interest is applied to utility bills not paid by the 20^th of the month following the date mailed. If you have any arrears on your utility bill, they must be paid by November 1^st or it will be placed on the property owner’s tax bill for collection. If payment is not received by November 1^st, a 10% per utility penalty will be applied. Landlords are notified when tenants are delinquent on their utility bills. If you have any questions, please contact Village Hall at 285-7931.

In early 2003, we will be offering Electronic Funds Transfer for all residents. Residents that are paying partial payments will be required to use this method of payment. This system will not take any monies from your account in excess of your balance due or other than your term arrangements. You must sign up for this service. Additional information will be in the next newsletter.

All Building Permit questions are to be directed to Frank D. Mayer, Building Inspector. He can be reached at (262) 692-9280 for inspection scheduling and questions

VILLAGE HALL OFFICE HOURS

The Belgium Village Hall is open Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ONLY. Although we may be in after hours, we are trying to finish projects and would appreciate your cooperation by taking care of your business during regular business hours. Thank you.

Branches should be placed at the curb with butt end towards the street. Branches will be picked up Monday only. No branches will be picked up after November 18th. The burn pile at the Wastewater Treatment Plant has been discontinued.

Leaves are to be placed at the curb for Monday and Friday pickups starting October 14^th through November 15^th. Please do not put leaves in the curb until after the weekend. Do not put leaves on catch basin grates.

WINTER PARKING/SNOW REMOVAL

All senior citizens are invited to come to the meal site located at the American Legion Hall, 655 Park Street, on Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m.. A donation is requested for the meal. Come and join the fun including a meal, cards and other activities. For additional information, call Kathy at the Ozaukee Aging Service (284-8120) or Ginny (284-3772).

ADOPT A FLOWER BED

NEW RESIDENT PACKETS

The Belgium Area Chamber of Commerce will deliver "Welcome to Belgium" packets to new residents. If you did not receive your packet, please contact Village Hall (285-7931).

REMEMBER to use clear bags for garbage and blue bags for recycling. Other colored bags may not be picked up by the garbage service. DO NOT USE BLACK BAGS PLEASE!

Ozaukee County has discontinued the Ozaukee County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program as of August 31. Superior Special Services will collect from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on Mondays in Port Washington for a fee. Service will not be available on Saturdays. For more information on disposal rates, call (800) 482-9919.

DOG LICENSES

Per Wisconsin law, all dogs within the Village of Belgium are required to be licensed. Licenses for the Year 2003 will be available in early December. A penalty exists for obtaining a license after April 1^st.

TRICK OR TREAT/HALLOWEEN

Trick or Treat will take place on Sunday, October 27, 2002, between the hours of 4 – 7 p.m.

A party sponsored by Belgium Community Club for Village children ages 12 and under will take place at Community Park between 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.. If it rains, the party will take place at the Belgium Firehouse.

October 27, 2002, Halloween SafeFest, The Family Farm, 328 Port Washington Road (W), Grafton, WI between 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. 377-6161

HARRINGTON BEACH EVENTS

 On Saturday, October 26^th between 6-9 p.m. a Candle Light Walk will take place at Harrington Beach State Park. A best costume contest will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the lower parking lot. A pumpkin carving contest will take place with judging at 8 p.m. Call 285-3015 for further information.

Winter Ski and Hike events will be scheduled for January and February. Watch the newspapers for details and dates.

2003 State Park Stickers will be available approximately December 10^th at the Harrington State Park Office. The costs is Resident $20, Resident additional vehicle $10, Non-Resident $30.00, Seniors $10.00. As the park is not staffed around the clock, please call 285-3015 to ensure someone is able to assist you.

Fall walks are breathtaking. Need a break? Plan a walk through Harrington Beach State Park.

Hydrant flushing will take place between October 7-23. If your water turns brown from this process, please run your tap and the discoloration will disappear. The water is safe to use. Wash clothes at night during this period, if at all possible. Hydrant flushing will take place from the east side of the Village to the west side.

FROM BELGIUM TO BELGIUM

Clerk-Treasurer Mueller is working the Consuls to Belgium and hopes to have some starting works of a Sister City relationship with Arlon, Providence of Luxembourg, Belgium, in the near future.

A brochure will be developed in English, Luxembourgish, Belgian French and Flemish to further encourage visitors to visit our area from both the North American continent and Europe.

Did you know that Lindale Street was named after Larry and Ann Strauss’ daughter, Linda?

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BELGIUM

The Village of Belgium is 80 years old in 2002. On September 5, 1922, according to a petition to incorporate submitted C. M. Davison, Circuit Judge of Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, parts of Sections 15, 16, 21, and 32 in Township 12 North, Range 22 East constituted the first legal boundary of the Village. The Incorporation Order filed on April 5, 1922, noted that the Village consisted of 360.18 acres. The petition was signed by J. B. Watry, L. B. Mayer, Mike J. Hubing, M. J. Reiter and Nic M. Bley. The first census of residents consisted of the following family head and their families: William Klein, Nick C. Mueller, Mike J. Hubing, William Feltes, John B. Watry, Peter Thomas, Philip J. Kraus, John Cole, George Binsfield, L. B. Mayer, N. J. Dwyer, Will Roever, Jac Theisen, John B, Dondlinger, Nic Hubing, Eugene F. Antoine, Edward Hamm, Conrad J. Hames, John L. Feiereisen, George Demge, Frank Croatt, Mike Demge, Nic Demge, George Krier, Nic Shcmidt, Nicholas Reiter, John E, Reiter, Charles J. Knowles, Theodore Weiler, William May, Anna Krier, Nic E. Tholl, Alfred Croatt, August Johann, Arthur Sundberg, Henry Krier, William Plier, Fred Krier, Emil Demge, Mike Krier, John B. Krier, Catherine Pauly, Math Wellenstein, Dominick Large, Aloys Krier, and John Croatt. The population on this date was 215. Our current population is 1,817.

The original posting places consisted of Belgium Wisconsin Post Office, Demge Brothers General Store, Louis Pierron Buffet and Edward Hamm Confectionery.

The first election took place on October 2, 1922, for the incorporation of the Village of Belgium. The vote was 120 for and 72 against.

The first meeting of the Village Board took place on November 14, 1922. The first Village Board consisted of Mike Krier, J. B. Mayer, and Nic Reiter until an election took place. John Weiler was elected as a supervisor and constable. Frank Bley and Alfred Antoine served as assistant constables. Wm. F. Schanen was the first attorney for the Village of Belgium. The first Village Clerk was John E. Reiter. The first Board of Health consisted of Conrad Hames and John Reiter. John Croatt served as the first assessor. Conrad J. Hames was the Justice of the Peace and Village President. Nic C. Mueller was the Treasurer. John B. Donglinger was the first assessor.

We welcome two businesses this quarter.

755 Main Street, Belgium, WI 53004, Phone: 285-4244.

A limited assortment grocery store – affordability at a convenient location. Hours: Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sunday. The store will feature fresh bakery, fresh brewed coffee, soda and snacks, video rentals, health & beauty, dairy items, canned goods, pet supplies and pets for purchase. VISA, Mastercard, American Express and coupons accepted.

BELGIUM FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE The Belgium Fire Department will host an Open House on Sunday, October 6^th for Fire Prevention Week which is honored October 6-13. The Open House will be held between 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at 195 Commerce Street. Fire trucks will be on display, demonstrations on extinguishing grease fires will be given as well as a blood pressure clinic. Other demonstrations and events will also be hosted. See you there!

Village Trustee Robert Rothman

died on Saturday, September

14, 2002, at St. Mary’s Hospital

Ozaukee from cancer.

Bob had served as a Village

Trustee since April, 1986 to

present. He also served as

President of the Belgium Fire Department for 27 years. He was a caring individual and took his positions in government very seriously and represented his constituency very well.

Robert "Bob" Rothman will be truly missed. Good job well done, our friend.

The Village Board has the option to appoint a replacement for Mr. Rothman to complete his Village Trustee term or not to reappoint a replacement until election. At the writing of this newsletter no determination has been made by the Village Board.

MAILBOX UNIFORMITY

Concern has been expressed about mailboxes on Village streets. At up-coming Village Board meetings this topic will be discussed.

The Belgium Community Club and the Belgium Area Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring the Village of Belgium’s first Annual Christmas Parade. It will start 5 p.m. on Sunday, December 1^st and is entitled "It’s a Jingle Bell Christmas" . Following the parade there will be a bon fire, visit with Santa, and non-alcoholic refreshments available at Community Park. For further information, contact Patrick Wester at 285-7158. There will be no Christmas Decorating Contest this year.

Ozaukee County Express is the commuter link between Ozaukee and Milwaukee Counties. The bus has numerous runs throughout the day. For additional information or for a bus schedule, call: Ozaukee County Transit Services (262) 284-8108 or (262) 238-8108.

Ozaukee County Shared Ride Taxi can take anyone anywhere within Ozaukee County. The cost per trip can range from $2.00 to $6.25. For information or to arrange service, please call 1-800-925-9590.

St. Mary’s Hospital – Ozaukee, 13111 N. Port Washington Road, Mequon, WI, offers an "Adult Free Clinic" at the Seton Professional Building on Wednesday evenings starting at 5 p.m. This service is for the non-insured or underinsured person. To make an appointment, please call (262) 243-7381 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Walk-in patients are welcome. Development of this Free Clinic was at a result of the Ozaukee Health Initiative.

FLU SHOTS

Flu and Pneumonia shots will be given at the Senior Meal Sites for senior citizens and people of high risk the first two weeks of October provided the vaccine is received by the Ozaukee County Health Department. The schedule for northern Ozaukee County is as follows: Saukville, St. Peter’s Church, October 15^th between the hours of 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Belgium, American Legion Clubhouse, October 16^th between the hours of 9 a.m.-12 noon; Port Washington, Senior Citizens Meal Site, October 18^th, between the hours of 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost of the shots are $15.00 for flu and $20.00 for pneumonia. Additional dates and locations for flu and pneumonia shots will be available. Watch the newspaper for details. For further information, please call the Ozaukee County Health Department at (262) 284-8170.

Everyone is reminded that all motorized vehicles, snowmobiles, four-wheelers, etc. are not allowed on the Ozaukee Interurban Trail. Winter walkers, cross country skiers and other forms of non-motorized activities are welcomed.