Waunakee Property Highlight - Price Reduced

Today's property highlight is: 114 East Main Street

• Former Koltes Lumber building
• Large commercial property on Main Street with good visibility
• 2+ acre lot
• 18,100 square feet of retail and storage with a large parking lot
• *New* sale price is $1,100,000
• Listing details
• For more information on this listing, please contact David Macdonald of RE/MAX Preferred at (608) 277-2723 or dmacdonald@remaxwisconsin.com

To learn more about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at (608) 850-5227 or at tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

Sustain Main Campaign Meeting Next Wednesday

November 14, 2012

12:00-1:00 PM

Village Hall

500 W. Main Street

Waunakee, WI 53597

Waunakee's Sustain Main Campaign is holding its next meeting on November 14th at Noon at Village Hall.  Current agenda items include:

• Discuss various best practices from around the region (see resources on our webpage). If you do any of your own research, or hear about other information which might be of interest to the group, please send it on to me so I can post it.
• Village staff will present a tentative outline and framework that will guide us in developing our Sustain Main plan.
• DOT officials will be invited to the meeting to discuss DOT efforts that will relate to our Sustain Main work.

For more information on Sustain Main, check out our webpage at http://www.waunakee-ed.com/sustainmain. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at adminintern@vil.waunakee.wi.us or at 850-2830. 

Lone Eagle Initiative Social Mixer Next Week!

November 13, 2012
4:30-6:30 PM
Lucky’s Bar & Grille
1008 Quinn Drive
Waunakee, WI 53597

The Waunakee Lone Eagle Initiative is having a social mixer/cocktail hour next Tuesday evening (11/13) from 4:30 to 6:30 PM at the brand new Lucky's Bar & Grille on Quinn Drive (address above).  This is your chance to meet other home office professionals (a.k.a. lone eagles) in a casual relaxed setting.

For more information about the Initiative, including how you can get involved, check out our webpage.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at adminintern@vil.waunakee.wi.us or at 850-2830.  Thank you again for your help in making Waunakee a great place for home office professionals.

November 15th Exporting Seminar

I received the following information regarding an upcoming exporting seminar. See details below:

Please spread the word about the Madison International Trade Association’s November 15 full-day seminar to any companies that are seeking to expand their international business. This year’s theme is “Creating Efficiencies: Making the Most of Your Resources.” Speakers will address strategic planning, supply chain management, international human resources management, and pricing issues. Real world experiences from large and small companies like Harley-Davidson, Hatco Corporation, and ITW will be presented as learning opportunities for participants.

The seminar is a great networking opportunity to meet other business people who have tackled many international problems succeeded in markets abroad. It’s also a great opportunity to meet the support service providers like freight forwarders, international lawyers, and bankers who can make doing business in other countries easier. Last year’s event drew about 120 attendees from as far away as Wausau, Green Bay, and Iowa. Early bird registration discounts are available through tomorrow.

More information is available at http://mitatrade.org/events/ or you or other interested people can contact me. Thanks.

Stanley Pfrang, CGBP
Market Development Director - India, Middle East & Africa
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
ph: (1) (608) 210-6777www.wedc.org

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's property highlight is: 114 East Main Street

• Former Koltes Lumber building
• Large commercial property on Main Street with good visibility
• 2+ acre lot
• 18,100 square feet of retail and storage with a large parking lot
• Sale price is $1,295,000
• Listing Details
• For more information on this listing, please contact David Macdonald of RE/MAX Preferred at (608) 277-2723 or dmacdonald@remaxwisconsin.com.

To learn more about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at (608) 850-5227 or at tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

Waunakee Property Highlight

 Today's property highlight is: 1106 Stephenson Lane

 

• Property located in Arboretum Office Court
• Office space available in multi-tenant building
• 1,061 - 4,507 square feet available
• Rental fee $ 13.50 per square foot
• Listing Details
• For more information regarding this property, please contact John Walsh at (608) 327-4002 or jwalsh@lee-associates.com

To learn more about other properties in Waunakee, be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at (608) 850-5227 or tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

InBusiness Expo & Conference Around the Corner

Mark your calendar for the In Business Expo & Conference on October 17, 2012! At this highly anticipated business-to-business expo, you’ll be inspired by keynote speakers, get your business questions answered by expert panels, network with over 1,000 attendees and connect with over 100 exhibitors. 

It’s free to visit the expo floor! Register today at MadisonBusinessExpo.com. When you are there be sure to stop at Waunakee's own Economic Development booth.

Register for the Keynote Breakfast or the Business Sustainability Awards luncheon and take 20% off the ticket fee with code: waunakee2012

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 1070 Lillian Street

• Space located in the Waunakee Business Park
• 3.48 acres available
• Cost is $ 2.50 per square foot
• Listing Details
• For more information regarding this property, please contact Charles Redjinski at (608) 663-6006 or credjinski@mlgcommercial.com

To learn more about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at (608) 850-5227 or at tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 1001 Arboretum Drive

• Office space available in a multi-tenant building
• 1,200 square feet available
• Rental fee $ 9 per square foot
• Listing Details
• For more information regarding this property, please contact Pat at (608) 277-2752 or pat@remaxwisconsin.com

To learn more about other properties in Waunakee, be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at (608) 850-5227 or at tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.



Village Seeking Citizen Volunteer for Waunakee Economic Development Commission

The Village of Waunakee is seeking to fill a citizen member vacancy on the Waunakee Economic Development Commission (WEDC). The purpose of the WEDC is to set economic development policy for the Village of Waunakee, and to establish annual goals and objectives for economic development. The WEDC is also responsible for accomplishing the objectives outlined in Waunakee's Strategic Vision Implementation Plan, which can be viewed online. The WEDC is composed of nine individuals including the Village President, two Village Trustees, one representative from the Waunakee/Westport Chamber of Commerce, one representative from the Waunakee Community School District, and four citizen members appointed by the Village President with approval from the Village Board. Meetings of the WEDC occur regularly on the second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm. Citizens with skills and experience in business, economic development, financing, construction, marketing, planning or related fields are particularly encouraged to apply. For more information and an application form, visit the Village website by clicking here. Any questions may be directed to Village President John Laubmeier at 849-7080 or Village Administrator Todd Schmidt at 850-5227 or tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

Lone Eagle Kickoff Meeting This Thursday (9/20)

September 20, 2012

2:00 - 3:00 PM

Waunakee Village Hall

500 West Main Street

Waunakee, WI

The Village of Waunakee is pleased to announce the kickoff meeting for what we are calling the "Lone Eagle Initiative".  The first meeting will be held this Thursday (9/20/2012) at Village Hall from 2:00 - 3:00 PM.

Waunakee’s Lone Eagle Initiative is an effort to engage with and understand the needs of professionals who work out of the home. We speculate that there is a significant home‐office segment in our community. The Village is interested in reaching out to these professionals. Our hope is to change that, with an outcome of greater engagement that is a benefit to both the home‐office professionals and the Village as a whole.

Key Goals:

1) Identify the size of the home‐office segment in our local economy.

2) Engage home‐office professionals to learn how the Village, other community organizations, and local business sector can be of greater service to them.

3) Establish a plan to foster improved relationships with home‐office professionals and undertake projects to better serve them.

Desired Outcomes:

1) Greater awareness of home‐office professionals, which will allow for opportunities to share information and establish professional connections.

2) Position Village to coordinate helpful resources and services, to perhaps include public facility spaces designed to meet needs of home‐office professionals.

3) Incubator‐style business growth where home‐office professionals enjoy success to the point where they open vibrant and successful businesses in the Village.

4) Growth in private sector resources and opportunities to serve lone eagles.

5) Ensure greater success for home‐office professionals.

Contact for more information:

Todd Schmidt, Waunakee Village Administrator / Economic Development Director

Direct Tel: (608)850‐5227

E‐Mail: tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us

Skype: todd.j.schmidt

Could Your Business Use Free Assistance?

Thank you to Mary Gage at the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation for passing along this information on an excellent opportunity.  If you are interested, please note the deadline--September 10, 2012.

Looking for help with a "Business Development Plan" or "Strategic Analysis and Plan" for your business or organization?

Announcing: UW SCHOOL OF BUSINESS; STUDENT PROJECTS FOR THE FALL 2012 SEMESTER

The Small Business Development Center and the Weinert Center for Entrepreneurship at the Wisconsin School of Business have a limited opportunity for you to obtain free student assistance. Please read the entire email before applying.   

There are two types of projects available:

1.  Business Development Plan

2. Strategic Analysis and Plan 

     

HOW THE PROJECTS WORK

Projects are specifically structured to allow the students to apply concepts learned in their classes and to assist local businesses under experienced faculty guidance. Students work in groups of 3-4 on each project. The program has been in existence for over 20 years and has assisted hundreds of businesses.

The project will be performed under strict confidentiality and students will sign a confidentiality agreement. Your company MUST be willing to share their most recent two or three years of balance sheets, income statements and cash flows for analysis.

No fees are charged for the students' work. You are responsible for reimbursing students for agreed upon travel, photocopying and all out of pocket expenses. The students will not be responsible for any tasks that would normally accrue to temporary or permanent employees of the business. Projects take the full semester to complete.

For the Fall 2012 semester, there are two types of projects available:

I. Business Development Plan
Companies with 3 or more employees and at least 3 years in business. Students will work with the company to develop a comprehensive new plan or update an existing business plan. Non-profit organizations will be considered. This plan would include:

• Business description
• Industry analysis  
• Marketing plan and competitive matrix 
• Financial analysis - projected income statement, balance sheet and cash flow for 2 years out with comments on how to interpret key profitability ratios and how they relate to recommendations
• Recommendations for achieving your company's goals

II. Strategic Analysis and Plan - Your firm, for-profit or non-profit, should be located in Dane County, have 5 or more employees. and be in existence 5 or more years. A team of students at the Wisconsin School of Business will facilitate with your firm a process to develop a strategic plan that evaluates your firm's current condition, identifies growth strategies, and ascertains the level of limited resources to achieve these objectives strategies. The project will result in a detailed five year plan/report. All is done confidentially. Areas that will be analyzed:

• Organization/Management - Background
• Describe the firm's five-year plan
• Describe and Analyze Organization Structure/Recommendations for Improvement
• Operations Analysis/Recommendations
• Sales and Marketing Analysis/Recommendations
• Financial Analysis and Projections/Valuation/Financing Strategy

To be considered for a student project, please complete online form. We have a limited number of project openings for this semester. To be considered for a project YOU MUST FILL OUT THE ENTIRE FORM.

The deadline to ensure consideration for the current semester is September 10, 2012.

These cooperative projects have proven to be very positive for both the businesses and the students. If you would like to discuss this opportunity, please call me at 608-263-0221.

For project sign-up form click here: http://sbdc.wisc.edu/forms/studentprojectformF12.asp

Thank you.
Neil Lerner, Director

Small Business Development Center

Transit Corridor Study Public Meeting

September 10, 2012

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Madison Senior Center

330 West Mifflin Street

Madison, Wisconsin

The Madison Area Transportation Planning Board (MPO), in cooperation with Metro Transit and the Capital Area Regional Planning Commission (CARPC), is leading a study to explore where and how to implement Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) in the Madison metropolitan area. The study is part of the Capital Region Sustainable Communities (CRSC) Initiative led by CARPC.

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is a high-frequency, limited-stop service that offers an improved customer experience on busy transit corridors. Faster service is accomplished by speeding passenger boarding, transit priority at traffic signals, and express service. Station improvements, information technology, and improved service reliability and vehicle comfort create a more user-friendly experience.

Please join planning staff and the consultant team at a public meeting on September 10, 2012 to learn more about BRT and provide your input on what the Madison metropolitan area’s potential BRT system might look like.

For more information on the BRT Study, go to http://www.madisonareampo.org/BRT.cfm

For more information on the overall CRSC Initiative, go to http://www.capitalregionscrpg.org/

Waunakee Economic Development in 1905... (and still a "thriving Village...growing rapidly")

Thanks to Rich Murphy for providing us with this glimpse back into Waunakee's economic development history! Windmill factories are a big deal now too. Wagons and carriages... not so much.

Waunakee Economic Development at Oct. 17th InBusiness Expo

On October 17, 2012, over 1,000 Madison area professionals will gather for the year’s most anticipated business-to-business event: the In Business Expo & Conference. You’ll be inspired by keynote speakers, get your business questions answered by expert panels, network with top-level decision-makers and connect with over 100 exhibitors.

Since the Village of Waunakee is hosting a both at the exhibit, we are receiving some special promotions form InBusiness. For example, if you are interested in exhibiting and mention "Village of Waunakee" you'll receive $50 off your exhibit space!

Connect with over a thousand Madison area professionals in just one day at the In Business Expo & Conference. Last year’s inaugural event was a success that brought in over a thousand attendees – 50% of whom held executive-level titles. You won’t want to miss your opportunity to reach decision-makers at this year’s anticipated expo. 

For more information, visit www.MadisonBusinessExpo.com.

Waunakee School District Stands Tall!

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Check out this flier with recent details about Waunakee's top-notch school district which adds greatly to our quality-of-life and makes Waunakee a desirable place to raise a family.

 

CLICK HERE to to download the flier.

Are You Attending the Imagination Celebration?!

Waunakee's Imagination Celebration is being held on June 21st from

3:00-9:00 p.m. at the Wauankee High School. 

For more information and a list of participants please visit www.waunakee.com/celebration

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 800 S. Division Street

• Space available located in KoBriger Court
• 1.200 - 1,600 square feet available
• Rental fee $3.75 per square feet
• Listing details
• For more information regarding this property please contact Kirk KoBriger at (608) 849-8313.

To learn more about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at (608) 850-5227 or at tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

Town of Westport & Village of Waunakee Recycling Event

Recycling is the smart choice for everyone!  All computers and electronics accepted by Resource Solutions will be recycled for their metals, glass, plastics, and will NOT be taken to the landfill. 

Recycling will take place:

Sunday, May 19, 2012

Westport Municipal Building

5387 Mary Lake Road

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Additional Information

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 204 Moravian Valley Road

• Space available in a multi-tenant building
• Available space 2,700 - 3,000 square feet
• Lease rate $5.25/sqft
• Located in the Waunakee Business Park
• Listing Details
• For more information on this listing, please contact Greg Fax of St. John Properties at (608) 223-0100 or gfax@sjpi.com

To learn more about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at (608) 850-5227 or at tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 114 W. Main Street

• Office space available for rent located right on Main Street
• 600 square feet
• $600 a month (includes all amenities)
• Listing details
• For more information regarding this property please contact Danny Paul at 608-695-0211.

To learn more about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator/Economic Development Director at (608) 850-5227 or at tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us. 

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 1111 Uniek Drive

• Shovel ready lot
• 3 acres
• Located in the Waunakee Business Park
• Sale price $2.50 per square foot
• Listing details
• For more information regarding this lot please contact Charles Redjinski of MLG Commercial at credjinski@mlgcommercial.com or (608) 663-6006.

To learn more about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at (608) 850-5227 or at tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 1006 Prairie View Court

• Shovel ready lot
• 12.11 acres
• Located in the Waunakee Business Park
• Sale price $2.50 per square foot
• Listing details
• For more information regarding this lot please contact Charles Redjinski of MLG Commercial at credjinski@mlgcommercial.com or (608) 663-6006.

To learn more about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at (608) 850-5227 or at tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

Neighborhood Listening Session

Please join us for a Neighborhood Listening session at Prairie Elementary School; Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. in the cafeteria.  Prairie Elementary School is located at 700 N. Madison Street.

This Neighborhood Listening Session will be hosted by Village Presidents John Laubmeier and Village Administrator Todd Schmidt.

 The purpose of this listening session is to give your neighborhood the opportunity to meet with the village administrative staff and departments and elected officials to discuss issues and ask village services questions.  Village Board President, Administrator, and representatives from Village Departments will be present at the meeting.  Topics of discussion can cover a variety of issues including Waunakee's growth, improvements, conditions of the neighborhood, traffic, and any other public safety issues.  We would like to hear your questions, comments, and neighborhood concerns, as well as your input on any item you wish to discuss. 

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 105 E. Second Street

• Office or retail space available 
• Space available: 600 square feet
• Lease rate is $500 a month
• Located right off Main Street
• Parking Lot for Customers
• Listing details
• For more information regarding this property please contact Molly Murphy at (608) 849-7735 or at romelle3@yahoo.com.

To learn more about other available properties in Wauankee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at (608) 850-5227 or at tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

Attention to Existing Waunakee Businesses Looking for Large Meeting Space Options

American Legion Post 481 is available to rent for employee (lunch) meetings. 

The hall has a private meeting room with seating and tables for 50 people; available with or without lunch.  This space is perfect for important employee meetings, mandatory training, or celebrations.  The American Legion Hall is located on Highway 113 (just around the corner from the Waunakee Industrial Park) at 5337 West River Road, Waunakee.

For more information and to reserve the hall, call the American Legion Post 481 at (608) 692-0795.  Reserve early to get the day you want. Meals need to be ordered at least on week in advance. 

Waunakee Village Center is available to rent for employee (lunch) meetings. 

The Village Center has a number of different meeting rooms and accommodations for meetings during any part of the day.  Please visit our website at www.waunakee.com/villagecenter and choose rental information on the left of the page or call (608) 850-5992 for more information. 

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 1091 Prairie View Court (Lot 10)

• 3.49 acres of vacant land located in the Waunakee Business Park
• Shovel ready lot
• $2.50/ sq. ft.
• Located right off HWY 113/ 19
• 10 minutes from Interstate 90/94
• Listing details
• For more information regarding this lot, please contact Charles Redjinski of MLG Commercial at 608-663-6006 or credjinski@mlgcommercial.com.

To learn about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at 608-850-5227 or tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

Imagination Celebration: Registration

Are you an artist, performer, business owner, or hobbyist who has something "creative: to share with the community?  If so, the Waunakee Imagination Celebration on June 21, 2012 is looking for participants to showcase what they have.  The Imagination Celebration will be held at the Waunakee Community High School.  PARTICIPATION IS FREE

To fill out a registration form and to learn more about the event please visit www.waunakee.com/celebration.

For questions or clarification please contact Ashley Greiber at agreiber@vil.waunakee.wi.us or 608-850-2830.

Thursday, June 21, 2012

Do you know what is happening on Thursday, June 21, 2012???  Click here to read all about it on the Waunakee Tribune's website!! 

Stay tuned to Waunablog for updates, registration forms, and a complete listing of the day's events in the coming weeks!

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 500 S. Division St.

 

• 10,000 - 90,000 Sq. Ft. of industrial space
• Building is currently used by Techline USA
• Lease rate is $6/sq. ft.
• Listing details
• For more information on this property please contact Jon Snowden at 608-218-6328 or jsnowden@erdmanholdings.com

To Learn about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at 608-850-5227 or tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 1004 Quinn Drive

• Office Building for sale or lease
• $20,000 total sq. ft.
• For lease; 288 to 16,681 sq. ft. currently available. ($12/sq. ft.)
• Two floors
• Multi-tenant building
• Listing details
• For more information on this property contact jwalsh@lee-associates.com of Lee & Associates Commercial Real Estate Services or 608-327-4002.

To learn about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at 608-850-5227 or tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

Waunakee Area Real Estate Professionals Recap

This past December you were invited to attend the Waunakee Realtors Forum, hosted by the Village of Waunakee, Waunakee Community School District, and the Waunakee Area Chamber of Commerce.  Thank you to those who attended.  As a recap to the event we would like to provide you with a brief summary from each entity as well as a copy of the PowerPoint presentation. 

This information can be found using the links below.  If you have any questions please feel free to contact myself, or the representatives from the School and Chamber.

PowerPoint: http://www.waunakee.com/DocumentView.aspx?DID=629 

Summary: http://www.waunakee.com/DocumentView.aspx?DID=647

Thank you,

Todd J. Schmidt

Village Administrator/Economic Development Director

tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us

608-850-5227

Grant Deadline is Quickly Approaching

The Tourism/Community Betterment Fund is a grant program established by the Village of Waunakee intended to fund tourism projects (events that will bring visitors to the Village of Waunakee) or betterment projects (events that will improve the quality of life for the residents of the Village).  The grant program is administered yearly by the Waunakee Economic Development Commission (WEDC).  Any funds not awarded in a particular year will be carried over for consideration in future year award cycles.

Applications and grant guidelines are available online for the Waunakee Tourism Grant.  To find out more about the grant and to print off materials please visit the link below.  Applications are due to Village Hall by March 15th.  http://www.waunakee.com/index.aspx?nid=429

Please contact Ashley Greiber at agreiber@vil.waunakee.wi.us or 850-2830 for questions about the application process.

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 240 N. Century Ave.

• Retail complex located on HWY 113 in Waunakee. 
• Store front/retail office (with an available drive thru)
• Lease rate $13/sq ft, 9000 sq ft available
• Listing details
• For more information on this property contact Lynn Marcello of Sara Investment Real Estate at 608-852-8768 or lmarcello@sarainvest.com

To learn more about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at 608-850-5227 or tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us.

What is Six (6) Miles west from exit 131 on I-39/I-90?

The answer is: The Village of Waunakee! In our effort to continue dispelling the rumor that Waunakee is way north of Madison in the middle of nowhere, here's a quick reminder that Downtown Waunakee is just 6 miles off of Interstate 39/90. As the crow flies, we are a mere 9 miles from the dome of the Wisconsin State Capitol building. In 10 short minutes you are able drive from Waunakee to the Dane County Regional Airport. In truth, we are "Just North of Madison". If you pass this sign you've gone too far...

The Wisconsin Scorecard: How Wisconsin Compares to Other States

The Hamilton Consulting Group recently published the article "The Wisconsin Scorecard: How Wisconsin Compares to Other States"

The Wisconsin Scorecard is a new publication released by the Wisconsin Legislative Reference Bureau.  This scorecard provides data on how well Wisconsin scores in comparison to the other 49 states.  There are four "umbrella" sections that 44 rankings are divided in.  They include: Demographic and Social, Health and Education, Government Finance and Economic, and Environment and Energy Rankings.  Each ranking includes a list of all 50 states.

To view the complete article click here. To view the Wisconsin Scorecard click here.

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 601 Knightsbridge Road

• Office space located in the Michael F. Simon Builders Inc. office building (landlord)
• Approximately 580 square feet
• All utilities are paid for by landlord
• All exterior maintenance and upkeep are provided by landlord
• Ideal space for a small business
• Listing details
• For more information on this property contact Phil Simon, Michael F. Simon Builders at 608-849-5916 or prs@simonbuilds.com

To learn about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at 608-850-5227 or tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 1030 Lillian Street  (Lot 8)

• 10.35 acres of vacant land located in the Waunakee Business Park.  (on picture Lot 8)
• Sale price $2.50 per sqft
• Listing details
• For more information on this property contact Charles Redjinski, MLG Commercial at 608-663-6006 or credjinski@mlgcommercial.com

To learn about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at 608-850-5227 or tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us

Village Assessment Revaluation

Associated Appraisal Consultants Inc. has been retained by the Village of Waunakee to complete a revaluation of all taxable property for the 2012 assessment year.  The revaluation will establish new assessed values in an equitable fashion for all properties in the village as of January 1, 2012. 

The revaluation process began this week on the north side of the village.  Property owners will receive a letter as assessors are in the neighborhood.

To find more information about the process itself please visit www.waunakee.com/clerk.

Here you can find frequently asked questions, PowerPoint presentation, a trespass notice, letters assessors sent, and more. 

To view the appraisal presentation by Dean from Associated Appraisal Consultants, please click here. 

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 606 Cooper Road

• Office space for rent 400-1000 square feet located in a multi tenante building. 
• Negotiable price & terms (listing details)
• 1 block from major HWY 19
• For more information on property please contact Jeff Swafford at 608-849-7140 or at jeff@collisionmasters.biz 

 To learn about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director at 608-850-5227 or at tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us

Main Street Project Meeting

Geoff Vine, Chair of the Central Business District Committee will be holding an informational Main Street project meeting on Tuesday, February 7th, at 5:30 p.m. located in the lower level of the Village Center.  Geoff will be discussing the different project alternatives, how these alternatives may affect you, and your thoughts on the changes currently being considered. 

DOT officials have offered additional alternative for the Village to consider.

• Alternative 1- Do nothing, put the project on hold indefinitely
• Alternative 2 - Current proposal; continue on as planned for 2014 project with resurfacing and a street enhancement project.  The level of enhancements is still in discussions.
• Alternative 3 - A full roadway reconstruction to four lanes that would restrict parking during AM and PM hours.  The DOT has proposed to completely reconstruct the roadway in 2017 or 2018, eliminating on-street parking during peak hours and eventually phasing out on-street parking altogether. 

Geoff will be reporting all information from the meeting to the Village Board to make a decision.  This is your opportunity to gather more information and voice your opinion on the proposed alternatives. 

If you are unable to attend and would like to share your opinion, please email Geoff Vine at cbdtaskforce@gmail.com

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 701 W. Main St. 

• Store front commercial property located next to McDonalds and Piggly Wiggly.  This property is made up of three buildings, clinic building, garage/warehouse space, and residential rental house.   
• 3,016 - 5,368 square foot building(s) for sale
• Asking price $750,000
• Located right on HWY 19
• Listing Details
• For more information on property please contact Jeff Loomans at Waunakee Vet Service 608-849-5565.

To learn about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at 608-850-5227 or tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 604 E. Main St.

• 19,500 sq. ft. Waunakee Centre building for sale (listing details)
• Current tenants include: Verizon Wireless, Anytime Fitness, and Cousins Subs.
• Sale price $2,000,000
• High volume foot and automobile traffic daily right off HWY 19/Main Street. 
• For more information on this property contact PLH & Associates, LLC at 608-206-7596 or lynchp@plh-associates.com

To learn more about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at 608-850-5227 or tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us

Coming Soon- FUDA Planning Meeting

If you didn't have a chance to participate in the planning meetings last fall or would like to see what FUDA has been working on since the meetings last fall please consider attending a meeting this spring. Dates will be available shortly...stay tuned! 

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property highlight is: 257 S. Century Ave.

• Warehouse space located right off of HWY Q in Waunakee. 
• 4,500 square feet
• Lease rate $6 per sq ft (annual)
• 1-5 year lease terms
• Listing Details
• For more information on this property contact Pam Kane of Wisconsin Management at 608-258-2082 ext. 233 or pkane@wimci.com

To learn more about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at 608-850-5228 or tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us

Waunakee Property Highlight

Today's Property Highlight is: 211 Moravian Valley Rd.

• 3.14 Acres located in the Waunakee Business Park (right behind Hellenbrand Glass)
• Potential building size: 34,500 square feet
• Building will be build to suit, perfect location for office, showroom, and/or warehouse space.
• Sale price: $300,000
• Listing details
• For more information on property contract Trent Hellenbrand of Hellenbrand Glass at 608-849-8675 or trenth@hellenbrandglass.com

To learn about other available properties in Waunakee be sure to contact Todd Schmidt, Village Administrator / Economic Development Director, at 608-850-5227 or tschmidt@vil.waunakee.wi.us