Upcoming Events and Notable Dates
Please see the attached flyers for upcoming events and notable dates.
General
Village Speed Reduction Letter & Petition
Letter/Post Updated 09/26/2023
Good Morning Merrillan Residents!
Attached to this post you will find a letter that the Village is going to send to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation regarding speed reduction zones. Please read it thoroughly and if you wish to assist in taking action, please stop by the Village Hall and sign the petition. Special attention to Highway 95 East and Bunting Lane residents, but the letter touches on all main highways.
If you need it brought to you, we will gladly do so. The letter is also available to read at the Village Hall.
Any additional feedback is appreciated. We have attempted this multiple times in the past with no action being taken. We are hoping we can get the DOT to act this time around.
The letter with supporting documentation was sent on 09/26/2023. Updates will be provided when available.
Thank you,
Chris Wruck
Merrillan Village President
Lower Lake Outdoor Emergency Siren
UPDATE 07/10/2023: Siren control has been replaced and siren is back in operation.
Earlier today upon power restoration to Bunting Lane and Lower Lake the outdoor emergency siren started sounding. We had to cut power to it in order to turn the siren off. Upon investigation it was found the control board had some sort of surge and will need to be replaced. In the meantime, the siren will not function. Always be sure to monitor forecasts and the best method for warnings is monitoring a weather radio or local media.
*resolved* Power Outage
The Village is experiencing power outages in the area of Bunting Ln and Lower Lake. There are trees down on power lines from the wind. We are actively working on a resolution but recent weather and the challenging location of the outage may delay restoration.
https://villageofmerrillan.statuspage.io/
Village Wide Garage Sales
The Village will be having our Village Wide Garage Sale May 19th-21st.
Storm & Utility Update
Power in the Village of Merrillan has been restored. If you have any issues please let us know. Crews are still working to clear snow among other tasks. We have had some exceptional challenges with the weather, so thank you for your patience today.
Power Outage
We are aware of the power outages and are working to restore power as soon as possible. Safety is a concern due to the heavy snow and wind snapping trees and branches again along with blowing and drifting snow. Thank you for your patience.
Garbage Pickup
We met with Waste Management at the most recent board meeting on April 11th, 2023 regarding concerns about missed pickups for garbage. Here are some details from that meeting:
– First, the trash cans have to be placed in a certain manner in order for the new trucks to pick up the bins. The cans must have the lid opening portion facing the roadway as seen in the attached image on this post. If there are multiple can set out, they must be at least three (3) feet apart for the same reasons.
– If you have anything other than the 96 gallon trash bin set out it will not be picked up. Additional bins are available by calling Waste Management directly and requesting one. There is a monthly fee billed directly to you for each additional bin beyond the first one.
– If your trash was set out correctly and on time (by 7am) and then not picked up, please notify the Village as soon as possible. You can either use the report service issues form on the website or call the hall directly. If no one knows it was missed there is not a lot that can be done. If the truck is still around they may still be able to get it, if not they will schedule a pickup as soon as possible.
If there are any other questions or concerns please let us know.
Thank you.
RED FLAG WARNING – NO BURNING
No burning and please be on the lookout for smoke and fires and report them immediately.
Red Flag Warning issued April 13 at 2:02PM CDT until April 13 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Clark; Buffalo; Trempealeau; Jackson; La Crosse; Monroe; Juneau; Adams
The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a Fire
Weather Watch for Critical Fire Weather Conditions, which is in
effect from Friday morning through Friday evening.
* AFFECTED AREA…In Wisconsin, Clark, Buffalo, Trempealeau,
Jackson, La Crosse, Monroe, Juneau and Adams.
* TIMING…through 8 pm today for Red Flag Warning. 11 am to 8 pm
Friday for Fire Weather Watch.
* WINDS…South 5 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY…As low as 16 percent.
* TEMPERATURES…Around 70.
* IMPACTS…Any fires that start will quickly become difficult
to control and spread rapidly. Please heed any local burning
bans.
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible
Red Flag Warnings.
No Burning
Burning permits in the county are suspended. This constitutes no burning within Merrillan Village Limits also on the authority of the Merrillan Fire Chief.Thanks for you Cooperation,
Wayne Lunderville Merrillan Chief