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BY THOMAS J. MCKILLENMANAGING EDITOR
The Hartford Common Councilapproved a motion at its Oct. 6 virtualspecial meeting to use fund balance tooffset the loss of state funding in the2021 city budget.
At the start of discussion, MayorTim Michalak said he had a discussionwith City Administrator Steve Volkertabout decreased transportation aidfrom the state. Michalak said he didnot want to delay any road projectsbecause the city is getting good bidsfrom contractors.
Volkert said the city received infor-mation on transportation aids twoweeks prior to the council meeting.Volkert explained that the city budgetprocess begins in June and the citystarts putting it together in July andAugust and finding out how it fitswithin the state levy limit and expen-diture restraints. The city anticipatesthat state aid will remain the same orincrease. He noted the amount of milesthe city maintains has increased andthe cost of that work has alsoincreased.
However, the city received a 1.5percent reduction in state transporta-
tion, which is a $24,000 reduction. Inaddition, there is a $25,000 reductionin computer aid payment as it isrecorded differently. In addition, stateshared revenue decreased by $2,000,which he said was “completely expect-ed” because state share revenue isbased on how much revenue the statecollects.
Overall, Volkert said the city is look-ing at reduction of $61,000 from fourareas while expenses increased by$150,000. Volkert said that to have abalanced budget and fit under statelevy limits, the city needs to $42,935from the city fund balance in the 2021budget, which is on top of $216,021which the city was planning to use infund balance for payouts for retirement.
Volkert explained that after themost recent city audit, the auditor saidthe city’s fund balance is “relativelyheavy” and suggested the city developa policy of what to do with those funds.Volkert said the retirement paymentswas one area to address several employ-ees who will be retiring over the nextseveral years.
Overall, Volkert said the city isplanning to budget $258,956 out of the
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fund balance for 2021. He added thatwhile the city has budgeted funds totake out of fund balance in the past, theactual amount has varied as revenuehave come in higher or expenses havecome in lower. Last year, for example,
Volkert said that while the city plannedto take $270,000 out of fund balance thecity instead added $407,000 into fundbalance.
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The Hartford Common Councilapproved the purchase of a new garbagetruck during an Oct. 6 special virtualmeeting.
The council approved the purchaseof a 2018 International 7400 garbagetruck from Plier International at a costof $82,500. The truck will be purchasedwith dollars from the city’s fund bal-ance.
During discussion, Public WorksDirector Darryl Kranz said the city’s2000 International garbage truck failed.Kranz said the truck had been used forleaf pickup.
“That’s probably why I’m more in ahurry right now because we’re going toneed a truck within the next two weeks,pickup up leaves, curbside and every-thing else,” Kranz said.
Kranz said the truck had been run-ning well until recent months, wheninjectors had to be replaced at a cost of$3,000. Kranz said he is hoping the citycan sell those items outright to recoup
part of that cost. Two weeks ago, citystaff checked the truck and found thatantifreeze was in the oil. Kranz saidthat to replace the engine it would cost“close to $17,000. That’s just throwinggood money away. As a taxpayer myself,as a director, I can’t see spending thiskind of money on something that old.”
In addition, Kranz said the truck hada double frame and a buildup of rust.
Kranz said following several calls apossible replacement was found inLouisiana.
“It’s the right size truck for us, it’s a2018 model, it’s in good shape,” Kranzsaid. The new truck has a Cumminsengine, a partial warranty, and has45,000 miles on it. Kranz said the cityshould get 15 to 18 years of service fromthe new truck. Kranz added that a newtruck would cost an estimated $145,000to $150,000. Kranz said the truck couldbe delivered by Oct. 10.
Mayor Tim Michalak said the pro-posed purchase was “a no brainer” whileAld. Wayne Rusniak said “go for it, thissounds like a very good deal.”
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Quinn Meinerz, a native of Hartford,WI, and senior on the University ofWisconsin-Whitewater football team, isone of 199 semifinalists nationwide forthe 2020 William V. Campbell TrophyPresented by Mazda, an award from theNational Football Foundation and CollegeHall of Fame.
Meinerz, an offensive lineman, is oneof 40 semifinalists from NCAA DivisionIII for the Campbell Trophy, which rec-ognizes the top football scholar-athletein the nation.
The 12-14 finalists selected nextmonth will each receive an $18,000 post-graduate scholarship as a member of the2020 NFF National Scholar-Athlete ClassPresented by Fidelity Investments, withthe winner to receive an additional$7,000 for a total of $25,000.
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Meinerz has been actively involved inthe community during his time as aWarhawk. He organized and volunteeredfor a Relay For Life event on campus andvolunteered at local elementary schoolsworking with children at recess. Meinerzparticipates as a volunteer in the team'spartnerships with the Special Olympics,Whitewater Community Food Pantry andFairhaven Senior Services.
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A.J. Arndt converted four field goalsand returned an interception for atouchdown, helping lift Hartford to a 23-17 win at Homestead on Oct. 2.
After a scoreless first quarter, Arndtintercepted a Homestead pass andreturned it 66 yards to give the Oriolesa 7-0 lead at the 9:50 mark of the sec-ond quarter. The Highlanders answeredwith a 30-yard field goal but Arndtclosed out the scoring with a 35-yardfield goal to give Hartford a 10-3 half-time lead.
Hartford added to its lead in thethird quarter as Austin Kutz and JordanKoch connected on a 10-yard pass playat the 9:54 mark of the third quarter.Arndt then added 18- and 28-yard fieldgoals as Hartford held a 23-3 lead with1:06 left in the third quarter.
Homestead then rallied, cutting intoHartford’s lead at the 11:10 mark of thefourth quarter as Ryan Quinn and KoreyFricke connected on a 76-yard pass play.Homestead then stopped Hartford’s nextdrive with an interception at theHighlander’s 30-yard line and started adrive that ended with a 2-yard runJoseph Ollman with 5:13 remaining thatcut Hartford’s lead to 23-17.
Hartford closed out the game by get-ting two first downs on its next posses-sion while getting a third first down on
penalty by Homestead. The winimproved Hartford’s record to 2-0.
The statistics: Kutz completed 9 of16 passes for one touchdown and twointerceptions for Hartford while Quinncompleted 7 of 14 passes for 123 yards,one touchdown and one interception forHomestead. A.J. Pepin led Hartford with15 runs for 81 yards while Ollman ledHomestead with 17 runs for 124 yardsand one touchdown.
Sheboygan Falls 22, Kettle MoraineLutheran 10: The Chargers scores cameon a 1-yard run by Nick Ninmann with37 second left in the first quarter and a28-yard field goal by Ethan Draeger atthe 4:54 mark of the third quarter. Theloss dropped Kettle Moraine Lutheran’srecord to 0-2.
West Bend East 35, West BendWest 10: East scored three touchdownsin the second half to secure the victory.Suns quarterback Dawson Rondorf com-pleted 11 of 18 passes for 203 yards andone touchdown while also running 14times for 66 yards and two touchdowns.Teammate Brady Schmidt ran 22 timesfor 110 yards and two touchdowns.
Nicolet 27, Slinger 7: Slinger’s scorecame when Drew Fehrman and JackMurray connected on a 27-yard pass playat the 4:16 mark of the first quarter. Theloss dropped Slinger’s record to 0-2.
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The Jack Russell Memorial Library inHartford announced the launching of anew contactless service “Hold N Go”pick-up through the myLIBRO applica-tion. This service will offer a contactlessalternative to traditional methods ofaccessing library books, materials andservices.
The myLIBRO app allows patrons tosearch the library’s catalog, confirm itemavailability, and place a hold. The libraryreceives a notification of the pickupthrough a dashboard that allows it to betracked from collection to pick up. Oncethe items are ready for pickup, patronsare notified either via phone or emailand from there they can schedule pickupthrough the app. Patrons can also offer
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Michels, Miller joinWB Athletic Hall of Fame
Two West Bend East High Schoolgraduates who excelled in athletics whilein high school and college joined theWest Bend East and West High SchoolsAthletic Hall of Fame on Oct. 2. A cere-mony was held before the East vs WestHomecoming football game at7 p.m. Theinductees include Tony Michels, class of1983 and Joe Miller, class of 1981.
Tony Michels, West Bend EastHigh School Class of 1983
Tony Michels made his mark on WestBend East athletics as a player and coachand today hecontinues to serve the WestBend School District as a teacher.
While a student at West Bend Eastfrom 1979-1983, Michels earned threevarsity letters infootball and basketball.In both sports, he was a three-yearstarter and was all conference andallstate his junior and senior years. Michelsis currently the all-time leading scorer inbasketball for West Bend East with 975points. He was even the starting short-stop in his one year playingvarsity base-ball for East.
Michels earned a football scholarshipat Northern Michigan University and wasa four-year starter. In 1985, he wasnamed the team’s most valuable line-backer. He was a co-captain on the1987conference championship team thatreached the NCAA Division II NationalSemifinals.
In addition to helping to organizeand develop the West Bend YouthFootball Organization, Michels served asthe head coach of the East varsity foot-ball team for 14 years. During that timethe team made six playoff appearances.
Today, Michels is a physical educationteacher at Badger Middle School wherethe principal, Dave Uelmen said of him,“Tony goes above and beyond to makesure that every student has a positiveexperience every day. He continues todevelop and encourage leadership,integrity, and hard work.”
“I am very honored to be inductedinto the West Bend East and West HighSchools Athletic Hall of Fame,” saidMichels. “I would like to thank my for-
mer teammates, players, coaches, andcoaching staff. This accomplishmentwould not be possible without theireffort, courage, pride, and enthusiasm. Iwould also like to give a very specialthank you to my family for their love andsupport throughout this amazing athlet-ic journey.”
Joe Miller, West Bend East High School Class of 1981
Joe Miller’s amazing record in WestBend East athletics as a member of theswim team includes earning four varsityletters and multiple trips to the WIAAState Championships, culminating in astate championship.
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vidual medley and the 100M butterfly.Miller was named the 1981 WIAA BoysSwimmer of the Year.
Miller attended Northern IllinoisUniversity on a swimming scholarshipwhere he was the team captain his soph-omore, junior, and senior years. He stillholds the West Bend East and West swimteam record in the 400M IM, 400M med-ley relay, 400M freestyle relay, and 800Mfreestyle relay.
Jim Sachse, the West Bend boys swimcoach said of Miller, “Joe was one of themost focused hard working swimmers Ihave ever coached. He was a teamleader, he encouraged his teammates todo their best, and he also led by exam-ple training at 100 percent effort at alltimes.”
“I was fortunate to have a greatcoach and teammates along with a verysupportive family. Thanks to all ofthem,” Miller said.
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According to the criminal complaint,Paxton was observed removing an itemfrom the store. When he returned anemployee asked if he was going to payfor the item but the defendant deniedtaking anything. The defendant gavepolice permission to search his vehicleduring which the stolen item was recov-ered and drugs were also found. Thedefendant denied any knowledge of thedrugs.
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Jeff Courtney is like every racingdriver around the world, dreaming ofcompeting at the historic IndianapolisMotor Speedway. The Milwaukee, Wis.,racer got the opportunity in the PirelliGT4 America Sprint doubleheader raceson the road course at the famed“Brickyard” which were scheduled forOct. 1-3.
Courtney and his RECSTUFF Racingteam were scheduled to go toIndianapolis for the 2020 SRO Americaroad racing series finale after facing afour-month layoff in the spring andsummer months due to the COVID-19Pandemic.
It’s been a trying year for all sportsincluding the Pirelli GT4 America com-petitors with the big break in the racingschedule that forced many tripleheaderweekends with three races per event.
Now, Courtney is excited to live adream in competing at one of the most
harrowed grounds in all of motorsports. “I, of course, have been to Indy
before but I have never actually raced onthe track,” said Courtney, the 2018 GT4Sprint Am class series champion. “So, Iam really looking forward to that! Imean, it is Indy! So it just means some-thing special. The ideal situation wouldbe to win both races! Then play a roundof below par golf at the Indy ‘BrickyardCrossing’ golf course and call it a season,LOL.”
Courtney knew the switch to the newmachinery in 2020 might be a bit chal-lenging, but the COVID-19 layoff alsohurt the testing and development of theMercedes-AMG race car. But now Jeff isready to tackle the legendary“Brickyard” 2.439-mile, 13-turn roadcourse.
“We have had a very up and downseason and we are really looking forwardto this event to hopefully end the seasonon a high note, and, of course, it wouldbe cool to do it at Indy,” said Courtney.
Courtney is hoping everythingreturns to normal soon, both in theworld and in motorsports. For the week-end at Indy, he’ll be concentrating onputting the No. 99 RecStuff.com/KENDAMercedes-AM GT4 machine in victorylane and step to the top of the podium.
“The year 2020 has obviously been a
very challenging year for everyone andwe certainly hope the world can get thispandemic under control sooner thanlater,” Jeff said. “In my opinion, I thinkSRO along with other racing series andother sports have done a very good job offiguring how to continue on in a safeand reasonable manner. I certainlyappreciate our sponsors and other teamsupporters helping us navigate thisstrange season.”
All GT4 Sprint races at theIndianapolis Motor Speedway can beviewed live on www.gt4-america.com andwww.YouTube.com/GTWorld.
CBS Sports Network highlights cover-age for GT4 Sprint races at Road Americaairs Oct. 15 at 9 p.m. EDT.
About RECSTUFF Racing: RECSTUFFRACING, formerly JCR Motorsports, is aveteran motorsports organization basedin Jackson, Wis., near Milwaukee, withdecades of sports car competition includ-ing leading Courtney to the 2018 SROAmerica (Pirelli World Challenge) GT4Sprint Am drivers’ points championship.In 2020, RECSTUFF RACING will campaignCourtney in the No. 99KENDA/RecStuff.com Mercedes-AMG GTsports car and Canadian Fred Roberts inthe No. 89 AMR/RPM Canada AstonMartin Vantage GT4 machine.
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Searching for a new role in today’sturbulent job market has many job-seekers scratching their heads foranswers. In some industries, hiringhas come to a screeching halt as com-panies continue to deal with tankingrevenues and bleak outlooks.
On the other hand, some indus-tries have never been busier and con-tinue to hire new employees, even inth face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
SUCCESS OFPASSIVE CANDIDATES
No matter what industry you comefrom, you likely possess transferableskills to make a difference in sectorson the rise. And as always, profession-als who are employed versus unem-ployed remain a hot commodity intoday’s market.
Recruiters and hiring managersare drawn to workers who currentlyhold down fulltime work and whomay or may not be looking for newwork. These professionals are calledpassive job-seekers and are soughtafter because recruiters don’t have toguess what led to their most recentjob loss because they are still activelyemployed.
So as you consider leaving yourcurrent company for better pay, moreflexibility or enhanced stability, readon for some tips on how to successful-
ly execute a job search while stillworking full-time.
WHY DO EMPLOYEES QUIT?There are many reasons workers
leave their jobs. Check out these sta-tistics from a recent OC Tanner report:
• 79% of employees who quit theirjobs claim that a lack of appreciationwas a major reason for leaving.
• 65% of Americans claimed theyweren’t even recognized one time lastyear.
• 60% say they are more motivatedby recognition than money.
PROTECT YOURSELFThe average job-search process
takes slightly more than six weeks butthat number varies considerably byindustry, according to a report byMoney.com. Can you financiallyweather a six-week layoff or furlough?This is a key question to ask yourselfas you analyze your current vocation-al situation.
If the answer is no, it may makesense to keep your eye out for newpotential job opportunities. Takingthis approach can make sure youdon’t miss out on prospective rolesthat fit your skill set, experience andpassion.
SET REALISTIC EXPECTATIONSSince you are employed full-time
now, you likely have potentialemployer, third-party validation maybe the key to your success. This meanssomeone other than yourself is mak-ing an endorsement for you.
Think about past peers and bosseswhen it comes to finding these valida-tors. Hiring managers are generallycomfortable with being given refer-ences from a previous employer, socompile a list of previous companiesand supervisors to tack on to yourresume. Be sure to give them a heads-up ahead of time so they know toexpect a call.
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When it comes to making a strongfirst impression on a potentialemployer, third-party validation maybe the key to your success. This meanssomeone other than yourself is mak-ing an endorsement for you.
Think about past peers and bosseswhen it comes to finding these valida-tors. Hiring managers are generallycomfortable with being given refer-ences from a previous employer, socompile a list of previous companiesand supervisors to tack on to yourresume. Be sure to give them a heads-up ahead of time so they know toexpect a call.
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One such way is to highlight your interest in aparticular job by following up with a hiring man-ager, especially if you’ve had an interview.
UNDERSTAND THE HIRING LANDSCAPEBefore building out your follow-up plan, it’s
important that you understand the current hiringlandscape. Check out these 2020 study statisticsfrom Yello, a talent acquisition company.
• Average time to hire across all industries isthree to four weeks.
• 56% of companies have a dedicated person ontheir recruiting team who is responsible for sched-uling interviews.
• Recruiters’ No. 1 interview scheduling chal-lenge is finding a time that works for everyone.
• 60% of recruiters say that they regularly losecandidates before they’re able to schedule aninterview.
Keep these statistics in mind when enteringinto a job search.
HOW TO BUILD A FOLLOW-UP PLANThere are three main things to remember when
following up: Be professional, persistent andpatient. Finding the balance between these threeapproaches will make you a candidate to considerfor any job opening.
Read on for more tips on how to follow up with
hiring managers and interviewers the right way.
BE PROFESSIONALWhen building a follow-up plan for a job of
interest, it’s important that you maintain anorganized, professional approach.
Consider putting in place a system for trackingwhen and who you should be following up withfrom any jobs you’ve applied for or job interviewsyou’ve had.
Here are some of the most important things totrack when organizing and executing your follow-up approach:
• The name of your hiring manager or inter-viewer.
• Specific contact information, includingphone number and email address.
• Notes from the interview, including any fol-low-up instructions given to you.
• Specific stories or experiences from yourinterview that make you a qualified candidate forthe role.
BE PERSISTENTAfter distributing your resume and participat-
ing in an interview, it is perfectly acceptable andrecommended that you follow up with a phonecall to your prospective employer.
When you get in touch with your target person,
politely yet persistently express that you arechecking on the status of your candidacy and thatyou are still very interested in the open position.
If you haven’t received an interview request yet,your first conversation is a great place to convincethem to bring you in for a chat. Be persistent witha weekly phone call to check in on the possibilityof getting an interview.
BE PATIENTOne of the best characteristics you can have
during your follow-up process is patience.Remember that companies have hiring processesin place — and those processes may take time tofully complete.
Hiring managers may have a timeframe inmind for how long they plan on searching for theirnext hire. They may also build this into the actualjob announcement, keeping them tied to that timeperiod for accepting new resumes.
Try to research how long your potential job isopen to new candidates and be patient in knowingthe company will likely go through the entireprocess.
No matter what you do, never give up. If some-one has given you permission to follow up, youowe it to your future professional self to keep intouch in a professional, persistent and patientmanner.
How to Follow Up in your Searchuring these trying times in the employment market, it’s critical that you separate yourself fromother job seekers.D
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To gain a perspective on the change, the UnitedStates Bureau of Labor documented that the cate-gory only consisted of 24% of employed persons in2019.
This adjustment in employment is of course,largely due to the COVID-19 pandemic and causedby the efforts of numerous companies doing theirpart to limit the virus and keep people at home.
However, when the country returns to a sense ofnormalcy, will the workplace return to its tradition-al setting, or is working from home here to stay?
Whether you’re currently employed by a compa-ny that has set you up with an at-home opportuni-ty or are looking for a way to work for yourself, free-lancing can open doors to numerous opportunities.
WHY BECOME A FREELANCER?Freelancers are in high demand among compa-
nies throughout numerous industries. Whether youexcel at writing, consulting business growth orflourish in digital design, there may be a remoteopportunity waiting.
According to the Society for Human ResourceManagement, hiring managers turn to on-demandworkers for these critical reasons:
• More cost-efficient than hiring a full-timeemployee with benefits.
• Creates flexibility to reduce capacity if demanddrops.
• Introduces a spe-cialized skill set andmore productivity.
• Job positions arefilled faster than thetraditional interviewand recruitmentprocess.
Freelance employ-ees benefit from a vastvariety of available jobsand experience work-ing with numerouscompanies and theopportunity to network with industry experts. Aremote position also provides exceptional scheduleflexibility and allows most to work at their ownpace.
HOW TO BECOME ANON-DEMAND WORKER
Since some on-demand positions are complete-ly remote, getting started without an online per-sona can be challenging.
If you don’t have the experience to build a port-folio, consider creating a professional websitewhere you can showcase your talents and skills.Don’t be afraid to take on free or low-paying gigs tobuild your repertoire. Consider the site your hub to
show clients what they canexpect and how to get in con-tact.
With your message dis-played to entice employersand prove yourself, it’s imper-ative to advertise your brand.Start with researching compa-nies who typically hire withon-demand tactics. You caneasily find them throughsocial media posts, profes-sional networking sites and bysharing your own link on
highly visible web pages.
GAINING EXPERIENCEIdeally, your freelance journey will be profitable
and filled with positive experiences with interestingclients. Unfortunately, you may have to wadethrough some jobs that aren’t what you had inmind.
Document the interactions throughout yourcareer to have a journal to look back on when youneed to reflect. Another rule of thumb is to consid-er all advice given from your clients as constructive.
With enough perseverance, your role as an on-demand worker can turn into a fullfledged career ifyou find the right connections.
Become a Successful Freelancerhe year 2020 has seen a momentous shift in how employees perform their full-time positions. Accordingto the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research study, about 42% of Americans are currentlyworking at home.T
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PHOTOS BY THOMAS J. MCKILLEN“Once Upon a Time in a Garden” is the theme of the current display at Lamm Gardens in Jackson. The display includesa big bad wolf caricature near the woods (middle), and a unicorn made of hay (right). There is also a scarecrow stuff-ing station (left) as part of the fall activities at Lamm Gardens.
Fairytale theme at Lamm Gardens
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Home improvement projects run thegamut from minor repairs to completeoverhauls. Replacing exterior siding isone of the most significant homeimprovement projects homeowners canundertake. Such a project can givehomes a completely new look, which iswhy choice of siding is such an impor-tant decision.
Homeowners have many sidingoptions to choose from, and the follow-ing guide can help them make the bestchoice for their homes.
Vinyl sidingVinyl siding is easily maintained and
among the more budget-friendly sidingoptions. According to the home improve-ment resource HomeAdvisor, vinyl sidingis made from a PVC plastic that does notrot or flake. Siding professionals notethat the technology used to create vinylsiding has changed considerably inrecent years, making this option morediverse than traditional vinyl siding. Sohomeowners turned off by the potential-ly plastic look of vinyl siding might besurprised at how different modern vinyl
siding looks compared to the vinyl sidingof yesteryear.
Fiber-cement sidingThe home improvement television
network HGTV notes that fiber-cementsiding has grown in popularity amonghomeowners in recent years. This materi-al does not require much maintenanceand it’s non-flammable and resistant totermites. HomeAdvisor notes that fiber-cement siding can create the look ofwood, stucco or masonry, making it aversatile option capable of creating vari-ous looks. In addition, fiber-cement sid-ing is known for its durability, with someproducts coming with warranties lastingas long as 50 years.
Wood siding Homeowners have many choices if
they prefer wood siding on their homes.Cedar, cypress, fir, pine, and spruce are
just a handful of the many wood sidingoptions homeowners can choose from.HomeAdvisor notes that cedar shinglesiding offers a natural look that blendswell in wooded and waterfront land-scapes. Wood clapboard siding is anotherpopular option, though it tends torequire more maintenance than cedarshingle siding. Homeowners who wantwood siding should discuss their optionswith an experienced siding professional,as many factors, including the choice ofwood, must be considered before makinga final decision.
Stone and stone-veneer sidingMany homeowners fall in love with
the natural appeal of stone, but the pricetag, which tends to be costly, may not beas awe-inspiring. HGTV notes that stonecan be difficult to add to an existinghome, and doing so may drive the priceup even further. Stone siding is durable,
and there are many options, includingsolid stone and natural stone cladding,that make this an option capable of pro-viding an array of looks. Stone-veneersiding is less expensive than naturalstone and also comes in an array ofstyles. As is the case with wood, stonesiding options are so extensive thathomeowners are urged to discuss eachone with a siding professional beforemaking their decisions.
These are just a handful of the manysiding options homeowners can choosefrom. Siding can give homes a compete-ly new look, making choice of siding asignificant decision worthy of carefulconsideration.
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WEST BENDST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH809 South 6th Avenue, West Bend262-334-4901 • www.stjohnswestbend.orgWorship Wed. & Sat. 6pm;Sun. 8am, 9:30am & 11am
JACKSONSTILL WATERS CHURCHA METHODIST COMMUNITY3617 Scenic Rd., Jackson 262-677-1311 www.stillwaterschurch.comContemporary Services. Worship: Saturday5pm, Labor Day thru Memorial Day. Sunday 9& 10:30am. Staffed Nursery & Sunday Schoolprovided at all services.
CHRIST EVANGELICALLUTHERAN CHURCHN168 W20152 Main St., Jackson, WI 53037262-677-3143. Pastor Duane A. Swenson.Worship: 9am Sundays. Communion 1st and3rd Sunday of every month.
STEPHANNE E. ZINGSHEIM Stephanne E. Zingsheim (nee Trotter) age 56 of Hartford, Wisconsin was
called Home by the Lord on Wednesday, September 30, 2020. She endured along and courageous battle with cancer. Her body was ravaged but her spir-it untouched.
Stephanne was born October 29, 1963 in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin toKaren S. (nee Kaiser) and James F. Trotter. She graduated Hartford UnionHigh School, class of 1981. She was united in marriage to John J. Zingsheim on December11, 1999. Stephanne was a longtime member of Peace Lutheran Church in Hartford. Sheenjoyed birds (especially Blue Jays), traveling, bartending at Dave’s Lanes, and babysittingcountless wonderful children over the years. Stephanne was incredibly selfless and loved herfamily endlessly. Stephanne was a pivotal person in the lives of many and especially to hernieces and nephews, Amber (Kam) Koplitz, Melissa Otte, Lauren Otte, Taylor Kuehl, andBriar Trotter and her great-nieces and great-nephews, Kennedy, Reagan, TJ, and Tayanna.Her proudest time was spent with her cherished grandchildren, Ava and Roman.
Stephanne is survived by her loving husband, John; loving children, Leah Schoenberger,Samantha Schoenberger, Courtney Zingsheim, and Mitchell Zingsheim; cherished grandchil-dren, Ava Orr and Roman Bungert; dear siblings, Victoria Otte and Bryan (Michelle) Trotter;and dear siblings-in-law Karen (Maurice) Frey, Gerald (Nancy) Zingsheim, Mary (Fred) Gahl,Jane Gehring, Roy Zingsheim, Alan Zingsheim, and Rose Zingsheim. She is further survivedby many loved aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, other loved relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her dear grandma, Bernice Kaiser; parents; parents-in-law,Melvin and Imelda Zingsheim; sister-in-law, Diane Lujan; and brothers-in-law, RaymondZingsheim and William “Skippy” Gehring.
Funeral Services for Stephanne were held Sunday, October 4, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. at PeaceLutheran Church (1001 Center Street Hartford, WI 53027) with Pastor Jeremy Husby offici-ating. Family will greet relatives and friends at the church from 1:30-3:45p.m.
Private interment in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Hartford.Contributions in Stephanne’s memory are appreciated to the Pink Pumpkin Run, in care
of John Zingsheim.The Shimon Funeral Home is serving the family. Online condolences and tributes may be
shared at: www.shimonfuneralhome.com
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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many govern-ment agencies are providing money and other supportto help with pandemic related hardships. Scammers,always ready to take advantage of people in a crisis,have been stepping in with a new con. Watch out forcon artists claiming to “help” you get free governmentaid.
How the Scam WorksA website search, social media ad, or even an
unwitting friend or family member directs you to awebsite of a new service claiming to help you get freemoney from government aid programs.
These “consultants” say they can get you aid moneyfrom unadvertised government programs or programswhere your application was previously denied. Forexample, scammers may assert that they can get you apersonal loan from the U.S. Small BusinessAssociation, a government agency specifically for busi-nesses.
To get started, all you have to do is fill out somepaperwork. This typically requires sharing sensitive,personal information, such as your full name, homeaddress, and government ID numbers. Next, the “con-sultant” will ask you for an upfront payment for theirservices. You may also be required to pay a portion ofthe government aid funds you receive directly to the
company, which they will likely also ask for up front.Most of the time, these “consultants” don’t really
have any special information on government aid pro-grams. Instead, they are simply hoping to get your per-sonal information and an initial payment. Once you’vepaid, the consultant will disappear and the companywill become unreachable. Your money may be lost forgood, and your personal information could be compro-mised, putting you at risk for identity theft.
How to Protect Yourself from These Scams• Research government aid programs through offi-
cial channels. Visit websites that end in .gov or .ca forofficial information about government aid programs.Remember, government agencies don’t typically call,text, or send social media direct messages without youopting into these channels.
• Never give your personal information tostrangers. Even if their story is convincing, it’s neverwise to share your personal information with an indi-vidual or organization you hardly know.
• Get to know a company before doing businesswith them. Before handing over money or your per-sonal information, research a company and its claims.Ask yourself: Does this company have a good reputa-tion? Are they BBB accredited and if so, what is theirbusiness rating? Does this government aid program
actually exist? If a company representative gets defen-sive or aggressive when you ask questions to verifytheir claims, don’t do business with that company.
• Beware of promises that sound too good to betrue. Scammers are experts at pitching services andproducts that will miraculously solve all of your prob-lems; be skeptical. Double-check their claims beforeyou agree to pay for their services or share your per-sonal details.
For More InformationTo learn more about common COVID-19 scams and
how to avoid them, visit the BBB coronavirus homepage.
If you’ve been approached by scammers whoclaimed to be financial aid consultants, report yourexperience on the BBB.org/ScamTracker. Your reportwill help other consumers to stay alert and avoidfalling prey to scammers.
Read more about BBB Accreditation Standards andBBB Standards for Trust.
For more information or further inquiries, contactthe Wisconsin BBB at www.bbb.org/wisconsin, 414-847-6000 or 1-800-273-1002. Consumers also can findmore information about how to protect themselvesfrom scams by following the Wisconsin BBB onFacebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
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