The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department's Feature Friday

Each Friday, the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department features something new for residents and visitors to learn more about. This week, we want to tell you more about the trail system here in Greenville.

The Greenville Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department currently maintains approximately 8 miles of paved multi-use recreational trails. The largest sections of paved trail can be found along Highway 76, Parkview Drive and Lily of the Valley Drive, while smaller sections can be found within several subdivisions. Most of this trail system is three season use but some portions are even maintained during the winter months for year round use. The department also maintains several gravel, grass and nature trails throughout our parks. You can find these type of trails at the Lions Park, Pebble Ridge Park, and around several of the stormwater ponds throughout Town.

Our many trails provide recreational opportunities that can be enjoyed throughout the year. Explore the interactive maps below to find a trail that suits your needs!

Greenville’s Interactive Tails and Amenities Map: https://bit.ly/2WCzSyi
Fox Cities Trail Map: https://bit.ly/2WVtC8c 

To see more photos of today's Feature Friday or to see more posts like this, check out the Parks & Recreation Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/greenvilleparkandrec/

The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department's Feature Friday

Each Friday, the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department features something new for residents and visitors to learn more about. This week, we want to give you a project update!

Did you notice some work taking place this fall along Hwy 96 by the Sports Complex? That was Phase 1 of the construction of Schultz Farm Road. Phase 1 included the construction of a bypass lane on the south side of Hwy 96 and the construction of the road base outside of the right of way on the north side of Hwy 96. Phase 2 will be completed in spring after the relocation of conflicting utilities and will consist of construction of the right turn lane on the north side of Hwy 96, paving of Schultz Farm Road and connection to Hwy 96. Schultz Farm Road is an officially mapped Town road that will not only serve as a new, safer access to the Sports Complex, but will also serve the new Well #5 and a private residence. This roadway also provides future access to any potential other development in the area.

To see more photos of today's Feature Friday or to see more posts like this, check out the Parks & Recreation Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/greenvilleparkandrec/

Greenville Project Update

 

The projects detailed below are large scale projects happening in addition to our regular operations. Their completion may be scheduled to be done by town staff or the services may have been contracted with a third party. Please remember that all of the information and time lines are weather dependent and subject to change at any time.

A more detailed descriptions, additional information or photos of completed projects, visit our website at: http://townofgreenville.com/projects.php or contact our Public Works office at (920)757-7276.

Streets

• Greenwood Road Urbanization (STH 15 - Parkview Dr)
• An existing conditions survey has been performed and a conceptual design is being drafted.
• The project is planned to be constructed in 2021

Water & Sewer

• STH 15 Utility Relocates
• Work began the week of September 28, 2020
• Utility relocates along STH 15 between Julius Drive and Lily of the Valley Drive.
• Dorner is currently working to replace curbstops
• Manhole Maintenance
• Work scheduled to begin week of November 19
• Visu-Sewer, Inc has been contracted to refurbish manholes needing maintenance due to H2S gases. 

Parks, Recreation & Forestry

• Greenville Sports Complex
• Construction of Schultz Farm Road is underway and will be completed in two phases, with phase two being completed in spring. Schultz Farm Road is the new entrance to the Greenville Sports Complex. It is an official Town road and will also serve as access to Well #5 and a private residence. This new road will provide a safer access to the park and includes a right turn lane and bypass lane on Hwy 96.

COVID-19 Can't Stop Santa from Coming to Town!

Our Friends from Wolf River Community Bank have partnered with the Town of Greenville and Greenville Fire and EMS to bring Santa to town on Tuesday, December 8, 2020.

Young children - you have been worried that COVID may stop Santa from making his annual visit to all the good little boys and girls throughout the world.  No virus can stop Christmas magic and we've been able to confirm Santa is coming!  And he'd like to swing through Greenville before Christmas day to bring a little joy to our families.

The Santa Float

Wolf River Community Bank will be bringing Santa through residential areas of Hortonville, Greenville, New London and Shiocton as he sits atop a festive “Santa Float” allowing community members to wave from their homes or from the sidewalk in a safe and socially distanced manner.  The Santa Float will be accompanied by members of our local police and fire departments!

When and Where

    Greenville – Tuesday, December 8th starting at 5:30 p.m.
        View Greenville Route

Santa Tracker

Keep an eye on Santa when he’s in your community so you don’t miss him!
Use our Santa Tracker to know when Santa’s nearby.  The link will be updated each night of our event.

For more information and to TRACK Santa, go to:  https://www.wolfriverbank.com/santa/?fbclid=IwAR0-u_Hq6ONqxameJ93AA1Ea6iNEXlxSWPFhaQ-kGJCofBq_HexUYdd7H7I

The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department's Feature Friday

Each Friday, the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department features something new for residents and visitors to learn more about. This week, we want to tell you a little more about Jennerjohn Park.

Jennerjohn Park is a 25 acre park located in the heart of Greenville. As one of Greenville’s most popular parks, it has a lot to offer! It’s existing facilities include a pavilion, grills, picnic tables, casual play baseball field, tennis courts, off street parking, playground, Heritage Fountain, natural trails, and access to the recreational trail system. In the winter, there’s a sledding hill, ice skating rink and cross country ski trails.

At almost 11 feet tall, the Heritage Fountain has been a focal point at Jennerjohn Park since it was installed in 2004. It is made of solid granite and features a soaring eagle at the top. The brick plaza surrounding the fountain includes memorial bricks and benches, stone walls, and beautiful landscaping. Though there is no swimming, standing, or throwing money into the fountain, it is still the perfect place to relax and enjoy some nature!

Just south of the Heritage Fountain, you’ll find the playground. The playground at Jennerjohn Park is the biggest, and probably most popular, playground in Greenville. There are three different playground areas to choose from. The play areas total approximately 9,800 square feet and include equipment to slide, climb, ride, and swing. You will also find diggers and a metal fire truck for “driving” and climbing in the sand area.

To the north of the tennis courts is a beautiful prairie that surrounds a stormwater pond. A grass walking trail runs through the prairie and around the pond with a wood chipped segment through a wooded area. The prairie was planted 5 years ago and is well established, bringing many benefits to the area.

From recreation to leisure, Jennerjohn park has something to offer everyone! What’s your favorite thing to do there?

To see more photos of today's Feature Friday or to see more posts like this, check out the Parks & Recreation Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/greenvilleparkandrec/

Greenville to Begin Search for New Administrator

Joel Gregozeski, Town Administrator since July 2017, will leave at the end of the month to take a similar post with a community in Brown County.  Gregozeski will be with the Town until November 29, 2020.   

As the chief appointed administrative officer, Gregozeski has been responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing the day to day operations and activities of the Town of Greenville.

The Town Board will be reviewing the vacancy left by Mr. Gregozeski and will determine a course of action over the coming weeks.   The Board selected Public Administration Associates of Whitewater to coordinate an executive search and provide interim administrative services during the transition period.

The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department's Feature Friday

Each Friday, the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department features something new for residents and visitors to learn more about. This week, we want to tell you about one of our most well-known parks – the Greenville Lions Park.

Lions Park is a 57 acre park located at the southern edge of the developed portion of Greenville. It’s commonly known for its large scale community gatherings but this mostly developed, community sized park has a lot to offer the general public too!

The park’s existing facilities include off street parking, a large indoor barn pavilion and three open shelter spaces. Two out of the three shelters include restrooms and a kitchen. These shelters, along with the barn, can be rented in the warmer months. The current recreational amenities include a playground, archery range, vast open play space, nature/walking trails, free little library, Born Learning Trail activities, an amphitheater, and recreational trail system access.

At the beginning of 2018, the Greenville Lions Club began development of the final portion of the park. This work is ongoing but, when complete, will include a pavilion and play space, basketball courts, volleyball courts and tennis courts. The existing skate park at Community Park will also be relocated to this area of Lions Park. There will also be additional parking made available in front of this newly developed portion. This project is being funded and managed entirely by the Greenville Lions Club.

To see more photos of today's Feature Friday or to see more posts like this, check out the Parks & Recreation Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/greenvilleparkandrec/

Greenville Voters Support Incorporation - November 4, 2020

On Tuesday, November 3, 2020 the Town of Greenville Incorporation Referendum was approved by the voters residing in the incorporating area of the Town with the following vote counts:

Incorporation Referendum Results:

• For a village - 3,952 
• Against a village - 1,643

Total Votes: 5,595

The referendum was approved with 66% of the voters in favor of the incorporation. 

Clerk Wendy Helgeson and the Municipal Board of Canvassers will be completing the final election canvass, with the results being submitted to the Outagamie County Clerk of Courts.  From there the results are being submitted to the Secretary of the Department of Administration for final certification.

 

Greenville Project Update

The projects detailed below are large scale projects happening in addition to our regular operations. Their completion may be scheduled to be done by town staff or the services may have been contracted with a third party. Please remember that all of the information and time lines are weather dependent and subject to change at any time.

A more detailed descriptions, additional information or photos of completed projects, visit our website at: http://townofgreenville.com/projects.php or contact our Public Works office at (920)757-7276.

Streets

• Greenwood Road Urbanization (STH 15 - Parkview Dr)
• An existing conditions survey has been performed and a conceptual design is being drafted.
• The project is planned to be constructed in 2021

Stormwater

• Ditching Maintenance
• Everglade Road: south side of the roadway, from just east of the post office 350 linear feet to a private driveway. This maintenance will remove the sediment that currently fills the ditch causing water and sediment to enter onto the roadway surface during rain events. It will also help to prevent winter ice issues from forming on the road.
• Lily of the Valley/Maple Terrace/Buttercup Court: approximately 1900 linear feet of ditches will be maintained. This maintenance will remove 6-12 inches of sediment and vegetation from the bottom of the ditch. This prevents adequate stormwater conveyance during storm events.

Water & Sewer

• STH 15 Utility Relocates
• Work began the week of September 28, 2020
• Utility relocates along STH 15 between Julius Drive and Lily of the Valley Drive.
• Dorner is currently installing water main and will be replacing all of the water services in the project after they get the main installed.
• Manhole Maintenance
• Work scheduled to begin week of November 9
• Visu-Sewer, Inc has been contracted to refurbish manholes needing maintenance due to H2S gases. 

Parks, Recreation & Forestry

• Greenville Sports Complex
• Construction of Schultz Farm Road is underway and will be completed in two phases, with phase two being completed in spring. Schultz Farm Road is the new entrance to the Greenville Sports Complex. It is an official Town road and will also serve as access to Well #5 and a private residence. This new road will provide a safer access to the park and includes a right turn lane and bypass lane on Hwy 96.