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, the snow has us longing for summer time so, we want to tell you about our largest rental facility!

From weddings and fundraisers to concerts and crafts, The Walter J. Schroeder Barn sees an event almost every weekend during our rental season. It features tall ceilings, an open concept, and an expansive patio that can all fit up to 500 guests. It is not only our largest rental facility but also our only indoor facility.

While the facility is not temperature controlled, the 8 overhead doors help to provide a breezy indoor/outdoor space. The paved patio wraps around the sides of the building and overlooks a beautiful stormwater prairie. Indoor amenities include an ATM machine, garbage and recycling containers, large private bathrooms and the optional use of 40 wooden picnic tables. Renters also have the option of adding on the kitchen facilities which include a stove, refrigerator, freezer, large prep area, deep wash sinks, and two large serving windows.

The Barn can be rented by the day, Tuesday – Thursday or for an entire weekend, Friday – Sunday. The 2022 rental season still has available dates and is open to both residents and nonresidents. Remember, rentals are done on a first come, first serve basis. More information about renting The Barn, along with our rental information, can be found on our website at https://bit.ly/2QA4qyd 

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

Let's get moving Greenville!

 

Cities and towns across Wisconsin are once again hosting the Community Fitness Challenge! The “Be Active Wisconsin” Community Challenge invites all community members to participate in a virtual challenge to promote active lifestyles, connect people to the outdoors by encouraging use of our parks/trail systems, and engage Wisconsin communities in a friendly competition! The winning community will receive a trophy, and all participants receive a T-shirt. A variety of active minutes count (not just running/walking), so let’s get moving Greenville!

Find our registration form here: https://bit.ly/3va1X3g 

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're continuing our "Meet the Staff" series and we want to introduce you to Shawn!

Shawn started working for the Village of Greenville right after high school as a seasonal employee. He continued to work for the Parks Department while going to Fox Valley Technical College to earn his degree in Horticulture. In total, he has worked for Greenville for almost 11 years. Shawn has also worked in the Parks and Recreation field for the City of Menasha and Village of Fox Crossing. He is passionate about improving and beautifying things that are often overlooked and takes pride in being able to look around at projects he’s helped create and construct.

We asked Shawn to tell us a little more about himself and here’s what he said:
Q: What’s something you find challenging about your work?
A: Working around Mother Nature. Rain throws a wrench into a lot of projects

Q: What’s a work-related accomplishment that you’re really proud of?
A: Building the cross country ski trail groomer

Q: What’s the biggest misconception people have about your position?
A: I don’t mow grass

Q: Which historical figure would you most like to meet?
A: Enzo Ferrari

Q: If you could trade places with anyone for a day, who would you choose and why?
A: Jesse James so I could work in his shop building hot rods or motorcycles

Q: What’s your favorite TV show—the one you’re always watching on repeat?
A: The Office

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

Let's get moving Greenville!

Cities and towns across Wisconsin are once again hosting the Community Fitness Challenge! The “Be Active Wisconsin” Community Challenge invites all community members to participate in a virtual challenge to promote active lifestyles, connect people to the outdoors by encouraging use of our parks/trail systems, and engage Wisconsin communities in a friendly competition! The winning community will receive a trophy, and all participants receive a T-shirt. A variety of active minutes count (not just running/walking), so let’s get moving Greenville!

Find our registration form here: https://bit.ly/3sNQfZh

Seasonal Employment Opportunities

Are you or someone you know looking for seasonal employment? The Village of Greenville is hiring for the summer of 2022! 

Positions include both long-term and short-term opportunities. Our employees serve an important role in the everyday functions of the community. The links below provide further information about employment and/or volunteer opportunities with the Village of Greenville. 

Applications can be delivered in person to W6895 Parkview Drive, Building A, or mailed to P.O. Box 60, Greenville, WI 54942. Email submissions can be directed to Tony Nowak, Director of Parks and Recreation, at tnowak@greenville.gov or Cody Simonis, Utility Superintendent, at csimonis@greenvillewi.gov. Please contact our Parks and Public Works Office directly at (920)757-7276 with any questions.

Seasonal Employment Positions (Summer 2022)

• Short-Term Seasonal Park Laborer
• Long-Term Seasonal Park Laborer
• Short-Term Seasonal Utility Laborer
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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 our trail maintenance!

The Greenville Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department currently maintains approximately 8 miles of paved multi-use recreational trails. With many of these trails being only three-season trails, you might wonder which trails can be used in the snowy months.

Our crews work hard to keep just over 4 miles of paved trail clear during the winter months. Using several different pieces of equipment including, brush and snow blower attachments on a Toolcat Bobcat and pickup trucks, it takes our staff about 4 hours to clear all of the trail systems after an average snowfall.

Trails that are maintained in the winter include trails at James Wunderlich Park, Elder Brook Park, along Parkview Drive, Lily of Valley and the entire length the CB Trail. The trail system connecting Jennerjohn Park to Community and Lions Parks is also kept clear. This section of trail also connects to the Greenville Middle School and the YMCA. You can see all of the maintained sections, as well as other winter recreation activities, here: https://bit.ly/2PjtauS

Remember, this work is in addition to maintaining all of the other winter recreation activities as well as their day to day operations. In some instances, our staff also assist with roadway plowing operations. This means that that it may take the full 72 hours after a snow event is over to have the trails cleared, so please be patient. We promise to do our best to get the trails plowed as soon as possible!

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

To keep our waters clean, keep your dirty water out!

Only 40 days until spring! If carpet cleaning is on your spring cleaning list, check out these tips on proper disposal of your carpet cleaning wastewater from Fox-Wolf Watershed Alliance. Learn more here: renewourwaters.org/carpet-cleaning-2/ 

Sponsorship Opportunity

Are you a business owner/operator looking for a way to support your community while also showcasing what your business has to offer? Greenville Parks and Recreation is currently seeking sponsors for our 15th annual Community Movie Night!

Community Movie Night is a free event held at Lions Park several times throughout the summer. During this event, a movie is shown in the amphitheater and concessions are sold by the Greenville Lioness Club out of the pavilion. Attendance averages more than 200 people per movie!

A sponsorship with the Parks and Recreation Department is a great way to stretch your advertisement budget while also helping the community enhance the development and improvement of our parks and programs. It provides exposure to the entire community, recognition in the Village newsletter and on our Facebook page, your company’s name or logo on display and much, much more!

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity check out our Movie Night Sponsorship Packet here. Feel free to contact our office with any questions at (920)757-7276 or emaertz@greenvillewi.gov 

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're continuing our "Meet the Staff" series and we want to introduce you to John!

John is one our dedicated labor employees here in the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department. He grew up in Sioux City, Iowa. When he started 6 years ago, he split his time between Parks and Public Works but now, works full time with us in Parks, Recreations and Forestry!

We asked John to tell us a little more about himself and here’s what he said:
Q: What’s the most exciting part of your job?
A: Working outside and with coworkers that share the same interest in work results.

Q: What motivates you at work?
A: Watching people enjoy the parks and trails that we take care of

Q: What’s a work related accomplishment that you’re really proud of?
A: Being able to work on and maintain the memorial in honor of our vets!

Q: What is your favorite season and why?
A: Fall because it’s hunting season and fall on the water is beautiful – love boat rides on the river.

Q: What’s your favorite TV show – the one you’re always watching on repeat?
A: Gun Dog TV – Hogan’s Heros

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