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The City of Middleton will spend $137,700 to enter into an agreement with Strand Associates to study two intersections along Century Avenue in Middleton as well as Lake Street for possible traffic signal upgrades and design improvements.

CROSS PLAINS – Residential monthly water rates here will increase next week by 38% or $13.57 to fund recently completed water system improvements, according to the Public Service Commission. 

Middleton Bike Park has always been a hidden gem for cycling enthusiasts, but now, with its new asphalt pump track unveiling, it’s taking center stage. Nestled against the scenic backdrop of Middleton, the park offers an exhilarating mix of trails and challenges that promise to cater to riders of all skill levels.

On Tuesday, May 28, a long-treasured collaboration between Holly Stoenner’s Middleton High School photography students and the Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy took place in the Art Gallery of the high school. The Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy judge the photos entered by the students, provide awards to the winning photos and also use many of the images in publishing their annual FOPBC Phenology Calendar. Each student can enter up to 5 photos from Pheasant Branch Conservancy and may be awarded as one of the top 3, receive honorable mention and even be published.

CROSS PLAINS - Village Administrator Brian Mooney last week announced his resignation to take a similar job for the village of Shorewood Hills. 

Mooney was hired about two and a half years ago to replace Bill Chang who departed for the village of DeForest.  

The inaugural Middleton Pride festival was held Saturday, June 8 at Stone Horse Green in downtown Middleton. The community event for all ages celebrated Middleton’s LGBTQ+ community. The event included live music, Drag Queen story times, Pride-themed food specials from local restaurants and children’s arts and crafts.

 The Central Midwest Ballet Academy offered a free class Sunday, June 2 at its studio located at 2831 Parmenter Street. Approximately 30 ballet enthusiasts took advantage of the class as they practiced at the barre under the guidance of Miye Bishop. The academy offers open classes throughout the summer. 

Developer Terrence Wall’s request to detach a portion of the Community of Bishops Bay from Middleton to the Town of Westport will be the subject of a joint meeting with the Westport Town Board.

The Middleton Common Council on June 4 approved scheduling a meeting with the board to discuss the Community of Bishops Bay plan with the town board.

Reviving a planning process put on hold since COVID-19, the Middleton Common Council on Tuesday, June 4 authorized a budget amendment and accompanying $180,702 agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson for professional services to complete the city’s Community Campus Plan by Aug. 31.

Middleton is gearing up to host the unique and vibrant Wisconsin Bike Week from June 1 – 9. This exceptional annual event, organized by the Wisconsin Bike Fed, is more than just a cycling celebration. It’s a community gathering that unites cycling enthusiasts from all walks of life, inviting everyone to revel in the joy of biking and advocate for its numerous benefits.