Is the Village observing No Mow May? On December 5, 2022, the Village Board amended section 18-5 of the Municipal Code in order to allow for private property owners to observe No Mow May (more information below). Please note, the exception to grass height limits during the month of May, however, shall not be construed to also provide an exception to the need for a property owner to abate all weeds defined as noxious weeds in Wis. Stats.

When is the 3rd and Final Tax Installment Payment Due? The final tax installment is due Friday, May 31, 2024. Click here for more information.

Have a question? Send us an email or give us a call at (414) 962-6690.

1) Conditional Use Approval - Bank of America

The Plan Commission approved a Bank of America branch to operate in a new mixed

use building to be constructed at 131 W. Silver Spring Drive.

2) Conditional Use Approval - Fitzy's Cafe

The Plan Commission approved additional outdoor seating for Fitzy's Cafe.

Paul Boening to Step Down as Village Manager

Village Manager Paul Boening has informed the Village Board of his intention to step down from his role to accept a position as a Senior Financial Specialist with a municipal advisory firm.

Paul has served Whitefish Bay for over a decade, including the past seven years as Manager. He will focus the next several weeks on ensuring a smooth transition while continuing to oversee the day-to-day operations of Village government. His last day will be Thursday, June 20^th.

The Village Board will meet on Tuesday, April 30^th to review recruitment options to hire the next Village Manager.

Citizen Volunteer Needed – Architectural Review Commission (ARC)

The Village of Whitefish Bay is accepting applications for resident volunteers to fill one (1) vacancy on the Architectural Review Commission.

The Architectural Review Commission ensures that the design and appearance of new structures and alterations / additions are compatible with the Village Design Guidelines. The Architectural Review Commission meets every other Thursday, at 5:30 p.m., at the Village Hall. The Village utilizes a rotating schedule so that members do not have to attend all meetings.

Interested residents should complete and submit an Online Application. Applications are due by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, May 3, 2024. Please email Village Manager Paul Boening with any questions.

Bay Day Returns May 4, 2024

Link to the Recycle Day in the Bay 2024 webpage to review a full list of items that may be recycled and to review those items that will require cash payment for processing.

Whitefish Bay Public Education Foundation:

Run The Bay - Saturday, May 4th

Join us for another fantastic year of Run The Bay! Lace up your running shoes and prepare to race through The Bay. By participating, you'll be supporting the Whitefish Bay Education Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to enhancing the quality of education in Whitefish Bay. All entry fees will go toward the foundation, so you can feel good about participating in a great event while making a difference in the community.

Run the Bay is a community-oriented event that truly has something for everyone, whether it be a casual family walk to kids' races or a competitive 5k run.

Register Here: https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/WhitefishBay/RunTheBay

Whitefish Bay School District:

Save the Date

April 29 - No School

Moving? Please contact your school to notify them of any moving plans or address updates.

Upcoming School Board Meetings

• Wednesday, May 8, 7PM – Regular Business Meeting
• Wednesday, May 22, 7PM – Regular Business & Committee Meetings



School Board meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. in the High School Media Center, unless posted otherwise. Meeting agendas, minutes and more information can be found online.

Whitefish Bay Public Library:

Preventing Identity Theft

Tuesday, April 30, 6:30 p.m.

Please Register- https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?eid=1719

Join us for Financial Literacy with PNC Bank. At this informational session we'll be discussing how to prevent identity theft. Topics will include:

• Protecting Yourself Online
• Enrolling in Online Statements 
• Reviewing your Personal Credit History

This session will be led by PNC Personal Banker Evan Luckenbill. Please register for this session.

Friends of the Whitefish Bay Public Library Booksale

Saturday, May 4, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 5, 12:00-3:00 p.m.

On Saturday, May 4, our hours are 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. And on Sunday, May 5, join us from noon to 3 p.m. for our popular bag sale. Fill a bag for $7. We supply the bags!

On Friday, May 3, our usual Friends Night – for Friends of the Whitefish Bay Public Library – will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. If you’re not a Friend, you can join Friday night and attend the Friday night sale for as little as $15 annually.

All Ages Storytimes

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.

Starting May 6 through May 23

Register for each individual session: https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?m=5&y=2024

Join us for a fun, educational storytime perfect for all ages. We'll share stories, songs, flannels, and more! 

Storytime will be held in the storytime room. Please register for any updates.

Toddler Time with Miss Valerie

Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m.

12mo-24mo with an adult caregiver. (Siblings are welcome.)

Starting May 7 through May 24

Register for each individual session: https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?m=5&y=2024

Toddler Time is back! Join Miss Valerie for stories, songs, lap bounces and more, followed by a playtime for our little ones.

Mystery Book Club

Wednesday, May 8, 6:30 p.m.

Please Register https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?eid=1674

Our Mystery Book Club meets once a month and is led by librarian Sharon Nagel. This month we're reading Mastering the Art of French Murder by Colleen Cambridge.

This meeting will be a hybrid meeting, both on Zoom and in person at the library. Click here to join Zoom:

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89090700104?pwd=L0dobVU1M0JpdGNDME5EdzNYSWdlUT09

Cards of Kindness for Kids

Friday, May 10, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 11, 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

All ages. No registration required.

Stop by the Youth Services area to make a Card of Kindness for someone you love. We'll have a variety of supplies and some examples for inspiration.   

Annual Report

https://www.wfblibrary.org/about/annual_report/

The library’s annual report for 2023 is out now. See our most popular requested items, as well as some statistics for the year.

North Shore Health Department:

Click here to view the April 24, 2024 Weekly Summary from the North Shore Health Department

Merchants of Whitefish Bay

Whitefish Bay Public Library

Whitefish Bay School District

Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission

Whitefish Bay Civic Foundation

North Shore Fire Department

Whitefish Bay Little League

Bay Bridge

North Shore Junior Women's Club

WFB Blue Duke Nation

Whitefish Bay Recreation and Community Education

Kiwanis Club of North Shore Milwaukee

Whitefish Bay Garden Club

Whitefish Bay Public Education Foundation

Village of Whitefish Bay | Phone: (414) 962-6690 | Fax: (414) 962-5651

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