Lannon Lantern

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AN UNOFFICIAL NEWSLETTER FOR LANNON, WISCONSIN 53046

VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 MARCH 20, 2010

First Open Forum Features the Candidates

The first Open Forum was held at the
“A LIGHT IN THE DARK” Quarry Coffee and Café on Main Street

on March 9, 2010. The event, gave the
candidates running for a Village Trus-
THE SIGNS OF SPRING
tee position in the April elections, a
chance to state their views and field
questions from the public. An incum-
bent, Ron Dutcher, was joined by can-
didates Amy Martin, Daryl Fiene and
Howard Hadley. A lack of publicity for
the event led to a much smaller than
expected group of citizens and busi-
ness owners. Several current Trustees
also attended the forum. Reporters
from the Sussex Sun and Express News
were also present. After the candi-
dates introduced themselves and gave
their views, members of the public
asked several pointed questions. One
resident asked why virtually no one
knew about the meeting. Candidate
Hadley said that he did post several
notices but they were pulled down
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NEW FACES ON THE BOARD?
prior to the meeting. He also asked for
and received permission from the Vil-
lage Clerk to run a notice on the elec-
tronic sign at the village hall, but that
permission was revoked by the Village
President, Dan Martin. Another resi-
dent asked about expanding the duties
of the Village Clerk, based on his cur-
rent salary. Candidates agreed that ad-
ditional services could be provided in-
cluding wider dissemination of informa-
tion to the public. Another resident
Please see page 2...

The Autobahn to Lannon?

A common perception, particularly
among visitors is that Lannon is a
“Speed Trap”. Just attend one of the
Municipal Court sessions—it will re-
veal some interesting facts. Most
speed violations are in the 15—25
MPH over the speed limit. We are a straightaway, but it is not the Utah Salt
village with rural roads—not the Flats or the GM Proving Grounds. Is Lan-
Autobahn or the freeway. Posted non a destination that requires a driver
speed limits of 25 to 45 are for our to race at speeds of 55-60 MPH to get in
safety, and the safety of our children. and out of the village? Plenty of warning
Good Hope Road may be a long
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… Open Forum Issues

From Page 1 date Dutcher said that business rela-
pointed out that he couldn’t sell a ve- tions in the past were less than
hicle on his property without being friendly but had improved. Candi-
harassed by the Village Board. The date Hadley said that a personal visit
candidates indicated that village ordi- to local and nearby businesses would
nances should be applied equally to all improve and create new business
and that the ordinances need to be opportunities. A citizen asked a
updated periodically. Candidate Had- question about use of the electronic
ley noted that some of the laws were sign at village hall, since it was paid
on the books since 1938. Trustee for by the taxpayers. The general ELECTRONIC SIGN
Newman, also at the forum, pointed consensus was this issue had to be the departments were doing an
out that the last update was in 1998. addressed by the Village Board. The excellent job and that money had
A member of the Lannon Business Shared fire and police services were been budgeted for a full-time fire-
Association asked what the candidates also a topic. Candidate Hadley said fighter. Candidates Terry Gissal
would do for local businesses. Candi- that if he called 911, a quick re- and Diane Daily were not present.
sponse was expected, wherever it The forum lasted about 2 hours.
...Autobahn came from. Candidate Martin said The Election is April 6, 2010.
From Page 1
Around the Community
signs give us the opportunity to slow down
when entering the village. One speeder was Join the Lions Club
clocked leaving Lannon at 109 MPH and was Lions Club members make a difference every-
stopped by the department’s Lt. Kevin Por- day in the community by providing support
ter. The Village Board receives complaints of locally or internationally. It helps you to grow
speeders on our roads on a regular basis, but personally and professionally by participating
enforcement of the law is the key. If you in programs, community service projects and
can’t slow down—see you in court! local events. The Lions develop relationships
with both local and international community
One business that serves as a focal point
and business leaders. For membership infor-
for the community is the Quarry Coffee
mation (Lannon), call:(262) 251-2967 and for
& Café on Main Street. Not only do they
Menomonee Falls, Call Bob at (262) 251-2543.
serve outstanding food and coffee, but
they feature a world-class chef, Scott
Mattfeld. Cheryl, Lisa and Emily make Your pets need pampering
too! Visit Debbie at the Top
you feel like members of their family
Knotch Pet Salon. They are
with excellent service as well. Check out
located next to Quarry Cof-
their cooking classes and new menu at
fee on Main Street and offer
their web site www.quarrycoffee.com.
a variety of services includ-
ing grooming, nail trimming
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