CodeRED, Washburn County’s Mass Notification System has two new features:
CodeRED, Users now have the ability to receive messages in Spanish and new users can now Text to Enroll into the program (see attached flyers for more information)..
CodeRED is a FREE emergency notification service provided to all residents within Washburn County that will notify you of emergency information through phone calls, messages, emails, text and social media. The system will be used to keep you informed of local events that may impact your safety or of important information that you may need. As a local resident of Washburn County Sheriff’s Office & Emergency Management encourages you to take action and register your cell phone for this service and verify your home location during the enrollment process so we may target notifications that directly impact your home or business.
We urge all Washburn County citizens and employees to register for CodeRED so important information may be conveyed to you during emergencies, when necessary!
Register for CodeRED at the following link: https://www.co.washburn.wi.us
Thank you!
Carol
Carol Buck, CEM-WI
Washburn County Emergency Management Director
WI State Certified EM, PSAP Coord., PIO, TLO, & ICP/COMM Team Manager
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
The Village of Minong is looking for citizens to volunteer for some side committees. There are openings on the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. If you are interested in being a citizen member of either of these committees, please send a letter or email to janel@villageofminongwi.gov. Or better yet! Come to a board meeting and express your interest. Board meetings are held on the first Monday of each month, starting at 5:00 p.m. Agenda information can be found on our website.
PLANNING COMMISSION’S PRIMARY ROLE
The planning commission is a body of citizens that serve within local government, acting as an advisory group to the municipal governing body on issues and policies related to zoning, planning, land use regulation, and community development. Citizens are appointed to the commission by the Village governing body and represent the municipality at large. Planning Commission members do not represent any particular person, business, or group within their municipality. Instead, the goal is to provide impartial input and guidance that will positively affect the entire municipality and excuse themselves from any actions where a conflict of interest could be perceived.
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
The primary role of a zoning board of adjustments/appeals is to review and decide cases where there may be an error in a zoning decision or where a relaxation of the zoning ordinances is requested. Citizens are appointed by the municipal governing body and are to engage in decision-making based on the information that will provide an impartial and positive impact for the municipality on the whole, and citizen members must excuse themselves from any actions where a conflict of interest could be perceived.
The Northwest Cleansweep Program has created an awareness of the dangers posed by hazardous wastes and unused hazardous materials among our constituent population. In addition to educating the public on pollution prevention and waste reduction techniques, Northwest Cleansweep provides a collection outlet for hazardous wastes that continue to be generated throughout our region, and households, very small quantity generators (VSQGs), schools, municipalities, and farms have relied on the program continuing to be available.
2023 Hazardous Waste Disposal Schedule_202303061453248971
Wednesday, July 26th
Washburn
Minong – Minong Transfer
Station, W5775 Transfer
Station Dr. (no Rx)*
Noon – 4:00 pm Ashtin Gronning
NWRPC (715) 635-2197
SEE BELOW FOR DATES AND DISPOSAL INFORMATION (Dates Pending)
Village of Minong: Free Day:
Town of Minong: Free Day:
Town of Frog Creek: Free Day:
You can dispose of: Electronics, Tires, and Appliances
For Minong Area Disposal Questions:
Minong Disposal Phone: 715-466-2062.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT AND RESOURCES
What is ADRC?
Aging & Disability Resource Centers of ADRC offer a single source of information and support. Older people and adults with disabilities get help from the ADRC, no matter how much money they make.
Please click on the link below for the Aging and Disability Guide Book to get started, or go to:
ADRC WEBSITE – GETTING STARTED
Aging and Disability Resource Guide Book for Washburn County Wisconsin – Click Here
OPIOID CRISIS HELP
For more information on Wisconsin’s opioid crisis, including steps everyone can take to protect their health and safety, visit the DHS website.
- For more tips on emergency preparedness, visit ReadyWisconsin online at https://readywisconsin.wi.gov. You can also follow us on Facebook (https://facebook.com/ReadyWisconsin), Twitter (https://twitter.com/ReadyWisconsin), and Instagram (https://instagram.com/ReadyWisconsin).