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  CITY OF BAYFIELD 
​ADOPTS COMPREHENSIVE  COMMERCIAL
  TOBACCO-FREE
PARKS ORDINANCE

Mayor Says New Policy Prioritizes Human, Environmental Health
(Bayfield, WI)—City-owned parks and outdoors spaces in Bayfield are now commercial tobacco-free as of March 15, 2023. This includes all playgrounds, beaches, trails and boat launches. The idea for the new policy arose when a group of local volunteers began raising money to renovate several aging Bayfield playgrounds in 2021.

“Protecting those renewed outdoor spaces from litter and unclean air seemed to go hand-in hand,” said Bayfield Mayor Gordon T. Ringberg. The policy proposal was first considered by the city’s park and recreation department and planning and zoning team with input from members of the Northwest Wisconsin Lung Health Alliance (NWLHA).  The Bayfield city council approved the new ordinance at its March 15 meeting. 
Bayfield joins the cities of Ashland and Superior who also have commercial tobacco-free parks ordinances. Ashland passed its ordinance in 2013 and recently revised its language to be more comprehensive. It now similar to Bayfield’s ordinance, which prohibits the use of combustible cigarettes, vaping, and smokeless tobacco on any city park property. It makes exceptions for the use of traditional or ceremonial tobacco by indigenous people.  The city will install signage at each park this spring with financial support from NWLHA.

“Commercial tobacco and secondhand smoke don’t belong in park areas and other outdoor spaces where people go to be physically active and enjoy nature” said Sara Hudson, the director of parks and recreation for the city of Ashland and a member of the NWLHA. “We want to model for young people that using tobacco and nicotine is not part of a healthy lifestyle. It’s all part of changing community norms around commercial tobacco use.” 

The environment, specifically Bayfield’s prized waterways and beaches, will also benefit from the new ordinance. According to the Alliance for the Great Lakes, of the top 10 litter items found in the Great Lakes, number two is cigarette filters. “The people of Bayfield have a very special connection to Lake Superior and all of our green spaces,” said Mayor Ringberg. “This policy prioritizes the health of our people and our environment. It speaks to who we are and what we stand for.” 
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   EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY     *******************************
                                            City of Bayfield
​                 Harbor/Parks Restroom Attendant
                           Immediate Opening

Position:  Variable Hours – up to 20 hrs./week in peak season, includes weekends,  late May through September
Job Summary:   
Assist the City of Bayfield with the maintenance of the restrooms at the Boat Ramp, Dalrymple Campground, Washington Avenue and East Dock Park (when completed).  NOTE:  This position may lead to a Summer Seasonal Public Works Laborer Position in 2024.
Salary: $15.00/hr.
Application Procedure:  Click here for a complete position description and application, or contact the City Clerk at 715-779-5712, or at 125 South First Street, Bayfield, WI  54814-1170.
Application Deadline:   Open until filled.

Billie L. Hoopman                                                Posted: 4/6/2023

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                                  City of Bayfield
                        Immediate Opening
                   Greenwood Cemetery Sexton 
                                            Open until filled.  

If you have any questions, please contact the Bayfield City Clerk at 715-779-5712 or at cityclerk@cityofbayfield.com.
  Parking Management Plan Implementation

               Thank you for coming to the
                       Public Input Session!

          If you have more to share with us or if
someone else you know would like to comment,
​                              please email:  
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          feedback@bayfieldparkingplan.com

The City is looking for feedback on the following: 

  1. What are the current parking challenges you face during peak season?  Are these parking challenges found on-street, off-street, or     both?  Are there certain locations that are more challenging than others?                                              
  2. What opportunities exist to improve parking and access in Bayfield during peak season?  What successful strategies have you seen used in the past or in other places?                              
  3. After reviewing the consultant developed PowerPoint presentation, are there any aspects of the parking management plan you would like to have clarified?                                    
  4. Please let us know if you are resident, business owner and/or employee in the City of Bayfield, Town of Bayfield, neighboring community (i.e. Red Cliff) or from elsewhere.​          

         City Hall Office Hours:
  • ​Monday – Thursday:  10am to 4pm
  • Friday & Holidays:  Closed​
  • May 29 - Memorial Day:  Closed
       City of Bayfield Meetings: 
           You are welcome to attend meetings
      in person OR  virtually using GoToMeeting. 
  Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: 
  https://meet.goto.com/install
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June 1 - Parks & Recreation, 8 a.m.     PACKET
https://meet.goto.com/520963717
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 520-963-717
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
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June 5 - Harbor Commission, 4 p.m.    PACKET
https://meet.goto.com/530768509
Access Code: 530-768-509
United States: +1 (408) 650-3123

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June 5 - Fire Department, 5:30 p.m.
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June 7 - Planning, 5:00 p.m.      Packet              https://meet.goto.com/562885141
You can also dial in using your phone. 
Access Code: 562-885-141 
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
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June 13 - Public Works Committee, 9 a.m.
June 21 - Council, 5:30 p.m.
June 26 - ARB, 5 p.m.
June 27 - Planning, 5 p.m.




                     Notice of Meeting to Adjourn
               Board of Review to Later Date and
                     Open Book Session Notice
 
The City of Bayfield, Bayfield County, Board of Review will meet on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. at the Bayfield City Hall for the purpose of calling the Board of Review into session during the thirty-day period beginning on the 2nd Monday of May pursuant to Sec. 70.47(1) of Wis. Statutes.
 
Due to the fact the assessment roll is not complete at this time, it is anticipated that the Board of Review will be adjourned until the 13th day of September 2023. 
 
 Billie L. Hoopman, Clerk             Posted: 4-19-2023
 
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 CITY OF BAYFIELD RESIDENTS
Hydrant Flushing Notice
The City of Bayfield will begin flushing hydrants on

 **DELAYED**

Monday, May 22 through Friday, May 26, 2023.During these times you may notice discolored water and reduced water pressure. If you experience discolored water, please allow the water to run for 5 to 10 minutes or until it clears up. The City of Bayfield Water Utility will try to keep any inconveniences to a minimum and appreciates the cooperation of our customers on this matter.
City Water Department                                 
Thank you to our Fire and EMS Members

A hearty thank you to the following retirees!!
EMS:  Jamie and Kirshna Paterson, Lissa Flemming, Nancy Sandstrom, Kathy and Dana Noteboom
FIRE:   Sherman Edwards, Joel Weber, Ken Smith, and Craig Hoopman. 
Not Pictured: Tom Kovachevich and Clayton Cadotte, Fire Department 
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A special thank you to all those who have and those who continue to serve our community!

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City of Bayfield 
 125 South First Street - P.O. Box 1170
Bayfield, Wisconsin  54814
    Phone: (715) 779-5712           
     Fax: (715) 779-5094    
Emergencies:  715-373-6120 or 911      
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