March 2016

As many of you know, the current fire station is outdated and the New Glarus Fire Department is hoping to add an expansion to the existing building. With more firefighters on the roster now than when the current building was completed, more space is required to adequately house supplies and equipment as well as provide room for training. The fire department’s goal is to stay prepared and ready for our growing community. The building expansion is expected to total $300,000.

The New Glarus Knights 8th grade boys basketball team recently completed their 2015/2016 youth season.  Participating in eight Southern Wisconsin Basketball League (SWBL) tournaments from December through February, the Knights claimed six tournament champion awards.  The Knights compiled an impressive 21 – 3 overall SWBL record.
Great season for a great group of young men.

<strong>Age: </strong> 65
<strong>Occupation: </strong> Retired City Letter Carrier, Office Worker
<strong>Do you have children in New Glarus School? </strong> My son graduated from New Glarus High School in 2002.
<strong>Have you been on the school board or held any other public office before? If so please describe: </strong> I have been on the New Glarus School Board for the last two years.

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