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FREEMAN & ENTERPRISE LAKE COUNTRY • Page 3A August 2016 Celebrate ... OCONOMOWOC Insurance and coverages subject to terms, qualifications and availability. Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Co., Allstate Insurance Co., Allstate Indemnity Co., Allstate Vehicle and Property Insurance Co. Northbrook, Illinois © 2010 Allstate Insurance Co. See your savings add up. + + + Robert (Bob) McKinney 262-236-5700 agents.allstate.com/ Serving the Lake Country Area. robert-bob-mckinney-oconomowoc-wi.html 251102027 250451013 Aging and Disability Resource Center of Waukesha County A Division of Health and Human Services Waukesha County is committed to serving adults and their families with issues of aging and/or disability. We will provide information, assistance, and education to promote independence and improve quality of life, while offering choices to the consumer. Our goal is to advocate for and affirm the rights, dignity, and value of individuals served while limiting risk to those most vulnerable. MISSION: Help is available to: • Maintain Independence in the Home and Community • Assist Individuals with Future Housing and Personal Care Needs • Locate Health and Housing Assistance • Evaluate Eligibility for Financial Benefits • Fulfill Role as a Caregiver Call or visit us for information and assistance with: Transportation Elder and Disability Benefits Long-Term Care Options Adult Protective Services Resources related to seniors or people with disabilities Human Services Center 514 Riverview Avenue • Waukesha, WI 53188 Local: (262) 548-7848 • 1-866-677-2372 Office Hours: 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Monday–Friday www.waukeshacounty.gov/adrc 251036003 251102026 *Excludes NYDJ Jeans 250747003 Let Us "Reneu" You From Head To Toe! 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Over 20 discounts available for home and auto insurance For new homes and homes with a recently installed roofs have additional large discount Refer to this ad and receive $ 10 IN GAS FREE for just doing a quote! (no purchase necessary)* *One gift card per household Robert (Bob) McKinney Exclusive Agent Personal Finance Rep McKinney Agency 262-236-5700 1280 Brown St. Suite K1 Brown and Z street next to Piggly Wiggly in Oconomowoc 251102028 262-567-0106 www.booksco.com Whitman Park Shopping Center 1039 Summit Ave. Oconomowoc, WI 53066 SPECIAL EVENTS! CHILDREN'S EVENTS AUTHOR VISITS READING GROUPS OUTSTANDING SELECTION! SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION! HELPFUL SERVICE! SPECIAL ORDERS MAILING SERVICE FREE GIFT WRAP M – F 8 – 9 | SAT 9 – 8 | SUN 9 – 5 251227001 By Dave Nold Mayor of Oconomowoc Q.) What makes Ocono- mowoc special? A.) Oconomowoc is a very unique community because of the people who live here. If you look around, you will see concrete examples of how the com- munity has come together to make the quality of life here even bet- ter. We have c o m m u n i t y built, all-inclu- sive playground Imagina- tion Station, recently we cel- ebrated the dedication of Veterans Memorial Park and there are several other projects in the works in our great city that will happen because of the strong com- munity partnerships you will find in Oconomowoc. Q.) What is the business community like? A.) We have a very strong business community that continues to attract more entrepreneurs and investors because of our attractive downtown and space for more commerce throughout the city. Our downtown has come incredibly far in the past decade. This is in part because of strong down- town business owners who have worked incredibly hard to create popular, thriving businesses. We are also very lucky to have a local bank that is truly invested in our community and has partnered with the city to help create more growth through our down- town loan pool. Our director of economic development works hard to find opportu- nities to help our businesses like offering funds for busi- nesses to improve their storefronts through the city's façade program. Q.) W hat is it like to raise a family in Oconomowoc? A.) Oconomowoc is grow- ing in popularity for young families because raising a family here is so great. We have incredible schools that continue to grow in acclaim. The amenities for families in this community are sec- ond-to-none. You can find many free, family friendly activities on a given day in our parks and community gathering places like our public library. There is a reason that our schools need more space and the housing market is thriving in Oconomowoc — it is truly a place to raise your family. Oconomowoc is one of the safest cities in the state, a great credit to both the qual- ity of the residents as well as the outstanding work of our police and fire departments. Q.) What are some upcom- ing events in Oconomowoc? A.) Our summer event cal- endar is in full swing. Not a week goes by without some- thing fun and entertaining — and mostly free — to do. Right now we have Ocono- mowoc American Legion Band concerts every Wednesday through August. You can catch a free Friday concert at the beach. And we are fast approaching Oconomowoc's Festival Week. We cap it off with the Oconomowoc Festival of the Arts, but the entire week leading up to Aug. 20-21 is chock-full of fun stuff to do. You simply need to become our friend on Facebook, or sign up for calendar alerts through our city website and we will keep your calen- dar full of fun stuff to do. Things don't slow down after summer either, we have Fall Festival coming up in September and don't for- get to mark your calendars for Oconomowoc's German Christmas Market in November. Q.) How is Oconomowoc changing or growing? A.) Oconomowoc has seen an increase in development recently; the prior 10-year trend saw an average 2 per- cent per year. Between 2014 and 2015 estimates there has only been a 1 percent increase the past year. As more housing opportunities become available and the economy improves, Ocono- mowoc will be positioned to welcome new residents. The city needs to grow to prosper and continue to provide the services and amenities through expansion of the tax base. Successful communities maintain the ability to grow, as well as embrace welcoming more people, including those who are new to the community. Our community will contin- ue to see an increase in pop- ulation, given Oconomowoc is a family friendly place with a great quality of life, successful events, and quali- ty schools. A united community Nold City continues to grow, partner for improvements By Katie Miller Executive director Oconomowoc Area Chamber of Commerce OCONOMOWOC — What makes Oconomowoc a great place to work, live, play and own a business? The answer is charm, per- sonality, access and commu- nity. Oconomowoc's charm and personali- ty are easy to see and it doesn't take long for visi- tors to recog- nize that they have hap- pened upon s o m e p l a c e special. My first memory of Oconomowoc is standing on the sidewalk waiting to cross busy Wisconsin Avenue on a bright spring day. My husband and I had just toured what would become our first home and were exploring what was to become our community. As we stood there waiting for a break in traffic that would allow us to scamper across, a startling thing happened. The cars stopped — in both lanes — and waited while we crossed. That single moment symbolizes the spirit that makes Oconomowoc special. We are neighbors. We care for, and about, our commu- nity and the people we share it with. We support the busi- nesses and organizations that make us vibrant. We volunteer our time and talent to create events like Moonlit Movies, The Festi- val of the Arts and the German Christmas Market which make us unique. We are a small town with access to all of the comforts of a much larger city. Summer is an amazing time to experience Ocono- mowoc. Here are a few ideas to get you started: Visit our Summer Farm- ers Market which hosts 50 vendors every Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to noon through October. Spend a day at City Beach where you can splash to your heart's content or rent paddle boards, kayaks and canoes to explore historic Lac La Belle. A one block walk will bring you into downtown Oconomowoc and its restaurants, bou- tiques, galleries, coffee and ice cream shops. Festival Week is Aug. 15 to Aug. 21. The days leading up to the Oconomowoc Festival of the Arts are chock full of free family fun and activities including Kids Fest, Moonlit Movies and Bands at the Beach. Visit our website at www.oconomowoc.org for more event information and details. My neighbors and I look forward to welcoming you to Oconomowoc. (Katie Miller can be reached at 262-567-2666. For more information, go to www.oconomowoc.org.) A place of charm, personality and community Miller A tradition of selling service for over 31 years 262-567-8910 www.stapletonrealty.com 251203015 File photo Three-year-old Henry Bertling of Oconomowoc eyes some tasty-looking strawberries while his mom shops at the Oconomowoc Summer Farmers Market. Catered Living on Lac La Belle Shorehaven's new Lake Terrace Apartments East Call 262 560-6919 now to learn about this new opportunity in senior living! www.shorehavenliving.org 1306 W. WIS. AVE., OCONOMOWOC • ON THE SHORES OF LAC LA BELLE A new campus lifestyle designed for independent seniors, Shorehaven's Lake Terrace Apartments expansion will offer 47 apartments on the Lac La Belle shoreline. Catered living empowers residents to design their own lifestyle, choosing from nine floor plans and an array of additional support services. Residents may choose the services they need, when they need them. Included are balconies, lake views, pier access, dining venues through a casual café and full-service restaurant, heated underground parking, full service salon and pet recreation area.

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