Village of Waunakee

We are proud to share that two exceptional team members from Waunakee Utilities were recognized at the 2024 WPPI Energy Annual Meeting! Dana Karls, Manager of Customer Service and Billing, earned certification in joint action leadership, highlighting her dedication to excellence in the electric utility industry. Sam Trace, Lead Lineworker, was awarded the Shining Star Award for his outstanding leadership and commitment to utility initiatives. Congratulations, Dana and Sam! Your hard work and passion for serving our community truly make a difference. #WaunakeeUtilities #TeamExcellence #Leadership

We are pleased to introduce our newest member of the Village of Waunakee team, Jeff Witt! Jeff is our Building & Facilities Manager, a newly created position to maintain and enhance the spaces that serve our community. Jeff brings a wealth of experience and in this role, he will oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of Village-owned buildings and facilities. Watch the interview to learn more about Jeff’s background and what drew him to work for the Village. Welcome to Waunakee, Jeff! #VillageofWaunakee #Waunakee

🌊 Exciting News: Centennial Park Playscape is Now Open! 🌊 We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our new splash pad, which officially launched on Monday! 🎉 This community project wouldn’t have been possible without the generous contributions of our donors, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to each one. We invite everyone to enjoy this fantastic addition to our community before it closes on October 1st. Let’s make the most of this vibrant space for the remainder of the season. To see the list of donors who helped bring this project to life, please visit our website: https://bit.ly/3N3hglO #SplashPad #CommunityEngagement #Gratitude #Waunakee #ThankYouDonors

Exciting Opportunity with the Waunakee Police Department: Office Manager Position Now Open! This position offers competitive pay ($30.38-$38.90 per hour) and excellent benefits. The Waunakee Police Department's Office Manager will lead our administrative team and ensure smooth day-to-day operations. In this role, you’ll oversee clerical tasks, supervise Administrative Assistants, and serve as the department's primary point of contact for the public. We’re looking for someone with excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills, who can maintain confidentiality and uphold the department’s values. Prior office management experience is preferred. 📋 For full details and to apply, click here: https://bit.ly/49ypg78

We are excited to share photos from the groundbreaking of the new Waunakee Middle School! We are excited to embark on this project and build a home for students’ growth, creativity, and success. 

Last night, the Village of Waunakee's Joint Review Board met and reviewed the Annual PE-300 reports and the performance and status of the Village's TIDs. Those interested can watch the meeting here https://bit.ly/3zD2NKe and view a PDF of Ehlers' Annual JRB slides here: https://bit.ly/3Bf8izp.

🎉 Congratulations to Karla Endres! 🎉 We are incredibly proud to share that Karla, Village of Waunakee's Village Clerk, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 President's Award of Excellence by the Wisconsin Municipal Clerks Association (WMCA)! This honor recognizes her remarkable leadership, dedication, and commitment to enhancing the WMCA President's initiatives. Her "wow factor" in leadership over the past year truly set her apart. 👏 Thank you, Karla, for your tireless work and for setting such a high standard for our community! This achievement reflects your passion and excellence in everything you do.  🏆 #WMCA #CommunityPride #MunicipalClerk

Last night, the Village Board passed a resolution recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15th to October 15th. During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor and celebrate the abundant contributions of Latinos, internationally, nationally, statewide, and locally. During this month we salute the more than 62 million Latinos who help make our nation strong every day. Read the full resolution (in English and Spanish) here: https://bit.ly/3XxouDw Anoche, la Junta del Pueblo aprobó una resolución que reconoce el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre. En el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana honramos y celebramos las abundantes contribuciones de los latinos, tanto a nivel internacional, nacional, estatal y local. Durante este mes, saludamos a los más de 62 millones de latinos que ayudan a hacer fuerte a nuestra nación todos los días. Lea la resolución completa (en inglés y español) aquí: https://bit.ly/3XxouDw #HispanicHeritageMonth2024

Waunakee Utilities is hiring an Electric Superintendent! This position will lead the electric department, manage exciting upgrades, and serve Waunakee's growing community. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered. Apply today and learn more at: https://bit.ly/4dRstlt! For questions, please contact Tim Herlitzka, Waunakee Utilities General Manager at (608) 849-2899 or therlitzka@waunakeeutilities.com. #NowHiring #ElectricSuperintendent #WaunakeeUtilities

✨ Meet the Village Board: One Question, Seven Voices! ✨ We’re shining a spotlight on each of our Village Board members by asking them the same question. This week, hear their insights on, "What is the most rewarding part of being on the Village Board?" Watch now to see what drives their commitment to Waunakee. Village Board of Trustees: • Tricia Braun, Trustee • Nila Frye, Trustee • Sam Kaufmann, Trustee • Robert McPherson, CRCM, CAMS, CERP, Trustee • Erin Moran, Trustee • Kristin K. Runge, Ph.D., Village President • Joe Zitzelsberger, Trustee