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While its suburban location offers much in the way of high-quality, big-city amenities, the Germantown area has worked hard to maintain its small-town, bucolic charm. The region’s distinct German heritage is reflected in all aspects of the community—in its congenial nature, historical sites, unique shops, great restaurants and in the clear use of traditional fachwerk architecture in many local structures. The award-winning Germantown area has seen incredible growth, both residentially and economically, over the last 10-plus years. Its location on Milwaukee’s northwest side appeals to suburban lifestyles, while its preservation of natural green space and outdoor recreational areas appeal to the rural way of living. Adding to this is the overall friendly and welcoming demeanor, making the Germantown area an attractive place for residential life and business ventures. Whether you live here, commute from out of town or are just visiting, the Germantown area welcomes all to come experience everything that it has to offer—Willkommen! While the Germantown area has effectively adapted to the present-day lifestyle, characterized by modern amenities and a progressive local economy, it still cherishes the rich heritage that has made it what it is today. The Village of Germantown stands as Washington County’s oldest settled town, having enticed a great number of German settlers back in the 1840s. Many travelers had to initially set foot in the area in order to access locations to the north and south, driving much traffic through the Germantown area. As a result of this traffic and the settlement’s ideal locale within a day’s travel time from Milwaukee, many businesses established residence here in order to accommodate the needs of travelers. The Germantown area continued to develop with the welcoming of two major railroads and the discovery of limestone formations. Germantown’s economic vitality boomed and, in turn, its population steadily increased. Today, the Village of Germantown is a solid community of approximately 20,000 and growing. The surrounding communities comprising Washington County continue to grow as well with a total of nearly 131,000 people calling this region home. Residents and visitors alike can discover the area’s history through a handful of historical sites and museums, several of which are overseen by the Germantown Historical Society—a significant aspect of the community for nearly four decades. Learn more about Germantown area history at www.germantownhistoricalsociety.org. The Germantown area is a charming suburban community nestled within Washington County, approximately 30 minutes northwest of Milwaukee and two hours from Chicago, IL. This strategic location affords it easy access to all the big-city amenities and cultural avenues of the Milwaukee metropolitan area. Miles upon miles of U.S., state and county highway networks, plus countless local roadways, provide commuters with efficient road travel in, out and around the Germantown area. Interstates 43 and 94, U.S. Highways 41 and 45 and State Highways 144 and 33 wind throughout Washington County, offering easy access to destinations across the U.S. Public ground transportation is readily available for commuters in the area. Washington County offers the SharedRide Taxi Service, which offers door-to-door service for county residents (including specialized service for disabled residents), as well as the Germantown Senior Van Service and the Washington County Commuter Express. WCCE provides weekday bus transportation to and from the Milwaukee metropolitan area. Amtrak passenger rail service is available nearby in Milwaukee. Corporate and general aviation services are offered through the West Bend Municipal Airport, while commercial air travel is afforded at Milwaukee’s General Mitchell International Airport. Noted as Wisconsin’s largest airport, General Mitchell supplies nonstop service to more than 50 cities in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The Germantown area lies within one of the fastest- growing regions in Wisconsin and is itself experiencing substantial growth in both the residential and economic markets. With new businesses moving into the community, more and more employees are choosing to relocate to the community, and with its location near downtown Milwaukee, the Germantown area has become a desirable place for commuters to reside. Though Germantown’s population is on the rise, it has still successfully maintained that small-town essence and has preserved much of its natural land area, giving way to a charming rural environment many take pleasure in in this Midwestern region. But Germantown is not rural in all senses, as it is equipped with all the significant amenities of a major city. Outstanding healthcare, top-rate educational resources, progressive government programs and services, plenty of shopping and dining and abundant recreation are accompanied by an excellent assortment of housing opportunities for both buyers and renters, making Germantown the ideal community for families and retirees. With all of this and more, it is no wonder Germantown has been recognized multiple times as one of the “Best Places to Live” by Money magazine—most recently ranking #76 out of 100 in the 2009 listing. A diverse mixture of quaint shops, antique and collectible markets, major department stores and a long list of appetizing restaurants make Germantown a premier site for shopping and dining excursions. National chain stores line County Line Road and Appleton Avenue, while many local merchants are found along Mequon Road and Main Street. The “Old World” feel to Germantown’s Main Street district makes it quite unique with much of the area displaying the traditional German fachwerk architecture. Mequon Road, featuring the modern Markt Platz, is lined with charming boutiques and delicious dining establishments in a distinct European environment. Germantown is also home to many professional service providers including accountants, attorneys, automotive services, business coaching, home and commercial builders, investment advisors, insurance agents, massage therapy, pain management, music lessons, realtors, salons, shipping, printing and copying services, advertising and marketing and banking. A day of shopping can certainly work up an appetite. Not to worry, as Germantown is chock-full of eclectic eateries to satisfy just about any palate. The community is within a 20-minute drive of more than 50 restaurants and pubs, serving up everything from well-known American fare to ethnic favorites such as Italian, Chinese, Mexican and, of course, traditional German dishes. Choose from casual atmospheres to fine dining establishments, or grab a cup of coffee at an area coffeehouse. Distinct attractions and museums span the Germantown area, and its location near the city of Milwaukee puts it within close distance of a host of additional popular diversions not to be missed while in southeastern Wisconsin. Established in 1842, the Dheinsville Historic Park is recognized as the Township’s first commercial business district. The hamlet has retained all of its 22 original structures distinguished by the German-style framing known as fachwerk. Within the historic 9.5-acre park, which is overseen by the Germantown Historical Society, visitors can view the World War I Memorial, take part in a calendar of events and browse through three museums, including the Christ Church Museum of Local History, listed on the National Register of Historic Places; the Sila Lydia Bast Bell Museum; and the Wolf Haus Museum & Genealogy Research Center. Located within 10 miles of Germantown, atop the highest elevation in southeastern Wisconsin, is the Holy Hill National Shrine. The neo-Romanesque architecture of the church and the overall spiritual essence of the area attracts more than 500,000 visitors from all over the world every year. The Schauer Arts & Activities Center, located in Hartford, is a nonprofit, regional center for the arts, staging professional touring performances as well as shows by Hartford City Band, Hartford Community Chorus, the Hartford Players and the Kettle Moraine Fine Arts Guild. After extensive renovations to its building, the Schauer Center opened in February 2001 and now boasts the 571-seat Ruth A. Knoll Theater, the Suckow Family Art Gallery, the Lodge and Ante meeting rooms, a dance studio and Pikes Peak banquet room. The Schauer Center also offers visual and performing arts classes for all ages. Also positioned in Hartford is the Wisconsin Automotive Museum, the state’s largest automobile museum. The always-expanding collection presents an array of classic automobiles, including the Kissel, and nearly 100 additional unique displays and related memorabilia. The museum also houses the Southeastern Wisconsin Short Track Hall of Fame as well as a 250-ton locomotive exhibit. Just north of Germantown, the City of West Bend hosts a few popular regional attractions. It is home to the Museum of Wisconsin Art (MWA), which features a collection of Wisconsin art throughout the ages. The West Bend Sculpture Walk is composed of more than 25 exhibits of modern sculpture, which line Downtown West Bend’s Riverwalk. Also schedule a stop at the Old Courthouse & Jailhouse Museums (listed on the National Register of Historic Places) and the 136-acre Lac Lawrann Conservancy. LODGING After a day of sightseeing, finding a comfortable place to rest is easy in the Germantown area. Both business travelers and tourists can find high-quality, modern amenities and pleasant accommodations near many of the area’s attractions and business centers through its local hotels/motels, including Germantown’s AmericInn Lodge & Suites, Country Inn & Suites by Carlson, Holiday Inn Express and Super 8 Motel. A full listing of area hotels is available in the Buyer’s Guide at the back of this book under lodging. A wealth of meticulously maintained municipal, county and state-operated parks adorn the landscape of this northwest suburban area, offering guests an exhaustive list of outdoor activities. From tennis and basketball courts, trail systems and playground equipment to athletic fields, ball parks and opportunities for water sports, the area’s park sites are favorite year-round destinations for residents and visitors alike. For a description of each park or to learn more about the programs provided through the Germantown Park & Recreation Department, visit the Village’s website at www.village.germantown.wi.us. Germantown is home to two well-manicured golf courses, BlackStone Creek Golf Club and Riversbend Golf Course. Conveniently located nearby are Kettle Hills Golf Course in Richfield and Silver Spring Country Club in Menomonee Falls. In all, there are 45 golf courses located within a 15-mile radius from the heart of Germantown. Washington County Fair Park is located 10 minutes north of Germantown on the most southern edge of West Bend. In addition to the Washington County Fair bringing in nationally known entertainment, this facility is home to events of all kinds all year round. Visit: www.visitwashingtoncounty.com for a listing of events. For the seniors of the community, the Germantown Senior Center has recreational activities and entertainment designed specially for them. February • Germantown Community Scholarship Fund Annual Dinner and Auction March • Easter Bunny Lunch • Easter Egg Hunt April • Germantown Historical Society (Museum opens for season) • Friends of the Library Used Book Sale May • Farmers’ Market Season Begins Saturdays • Mai Fest/Annual German Spring Festival June • Germantown Farmers’ Market • Anniversary Cake and Coffee for Germantown Historical Society • Germantown Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing • Worldwide Wine Tasting July • Germantown Farmers’ Market • Independence Day Parade and Activities • Washington County FairAugust • Germantown Farmers’ Market • Wheeling for Healing, Community Memorial Hospital • St. Boniface Parish Festival September • Germantown Farmers’ Market • St. John United Church of Christ Fall Country Art & Craft Fair • Holy Hill Arts & Craft Fair • Cheery Cherry Fair • Oktoberfest October • Germantown Fire Safety Fair • Germantown Farmers’ Market • Annual Senior Club Bazaar • Trick or Treat November • Holiday Boutique • Election Eve Chili Supper • Germantown Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony December • Christmas in Dheinsville For detailed information about these events, please visit the Germantown Chamber website at: www. germantownchamber.org and click on Community Events. All of Germantown and sections of neighboring Richfield, Polk and Jackson are served by the dedicated Germantown School District. Students receive excellent educational opportunities through the district’s six schools, which include Amy Belle, County Line, MacArthur and Rockfield Elementary schools, Kennedy Middle School and Germantown High School. The district’s regular curriculum, led by a treasury of knowledgeable faculty and staff, is complemented by an array of specialized programs and co-curricular activities. For those looking to take an alternative route for primary and secondary education, Germantown and its closely surrounding communities offer a number of excellent private institutions to meet such needs. Additionally, busy parents have access to first-rate childcare and early learning centers in the Germantown area. Higher education is readily available within the Germantown area as well. Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC)-Mequon serves graduating seniors interested in immediate workforce entry or transfer to a four-year institution, as well as adults looking to enhance current skills or gain new ones. Students enrolled at the Mequon campus take advantage of a number of associate degree, diploma and professional certificate programs. Mequon also hosts Concordia University Wisconsin, a four-year liberal arts institution. North of Germantown, students have further access to higher learning in the City of West Bend. The community is home to a campus of Moraine Park Technical College (MPTC), as well as the University of WisconsinWashington County (UW-WC)—a freshman-sophomore campus within the UW system offering low tuition, the choice of more than 200 majors, flexible scheduling and transfer opportunities. The University’s partnership with UW-Milwaukee, UW-Oshkosh and UW-Platteville make it possible to complete a bachelor’s degree without having to leave the Washington County campus. Further public and private four-year educational opportunities can be found in the city of Milwaukee, a short commute from the Germantown area. The auspicious opportunities for new and longstanding businesses are overflowing. Its locale in a major metropolitan area, the diversity of its entire economic environment, the availability of exceptional local and state incentives, plus the great possibilities for business development and expansion have made the Germantown area the best possible place for ventures of all kinds. The Village of Germantown is home to two industrial parks—the Germantown Industrial Park and the Germantown Business Park —each providing first-rate properties, amenities and incentives for businesses looking to relocate to the community. Located within and around these concentrated business areas is a unique blend of businesses ranging from locally owned merchants to large, innovative companies such as Cambridge Major Laboratories, WAGO, Great Lakes Packaging, J.W. Speaker and Gehl Foods. Supporting the business community and adding to the economic infrastructure of the region are a number of local, regional and state resources—all designed to ensure the economic prosperity of the area. Valuable resources utilized by area businesses include: • Economic Development/Washington County (EDWC) www.businessreadywi.org • Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce www.germantownchamber.org • Milwaukee 7 www.choosemilwaukee.com • Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) www.matc.edu • Moraine Park Technical College (MPTC) www.morainepark.edu • SCORE www.scoremilwaukee.org • Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission www.sewrpc.org • USDA Rural Development–Wisconsin www.rurdev.usda.gov/wi • UW-Milwaukee Small Business Development Center, School of Continuing Education www.uwm.edu/sce • Village of Germantown www.village.germantown.wi.us • Wisconsin Small Business Development Center–UW-Milwaukee www.wisconsinsbdc.org • Wisconsin Business Development Finance Corporation www.wbd.org • Wisconsin Economic Development Association www.weda.org • Wisconsin Entrepreneurs’ Network (WEN) www.wenportal.org • Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce www.wmc.org • Wisconsin Manufacturing Extension Partnership www.wmep.org • Wisconsin Technology Council www.wisconsintechnologycouncil.com High-quality, compassionate healthcare is widespread in the greater Germantown area, with a multitude of specialty clinics, multi-specialty private practices, major hospital campuses and senior care facilities located throughout southeastern Wisconsin. Aurora Advanced Healthcare is a multi-specialty group comprised of 250 healthcare providers representing more than 30 primary care and specialty areas. The group operates 42 clinics in the region, including one in nearby Hubertus and another within Germantown. The Germantown Clinic offers care in the following areas: cardiovascular disease, family practice, gastroenterology, OB/GYN and infertility, orthopaedics, pediatrics, podiatry, rehabilitation and surgery. With its corporate office building located on River Lane, Aurora Advanced Healthcare is a proud and permanent corporate resident of Germantown. The Germantown area is readily served by Community Memorial Hospital of Menomonee Falls (part of the Froedtert & Community Health hospital system, which also includes hospital and clinic sites in West Bend and Milwaukee). The more than 200-bed, acute-care, regional hospital’s services and programs are wide ranging, with specialties that include cardiac care, women’s health, cancer care and advanced surgery. Residents also have access to the Menomonee Falls-based Community Memorial Medical Commons, a modern, full-service clinic made possible through a partnership with Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin. Sponsored by Ascension Health and Columbia Health Systems, Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital Ozaukee is a recently expanded, state-of-the-art healthcare facility positioned in Mequon. The system includes several hospital campuses, urgent care centers, outpatient centers and a number of community clinics. The Columbia St. Mary’s Germantown Clinic supplies such services as laboratory, X-ray, minor surgery and procedures, EKG, stress testing and physical and occupational therapies. Among the specialty areas covered here are internal medicine, geriatrics, allergy/immunology, cardiology, ENT, general surgery, orthopedics, podiatry, sports medicine and pediatrics. Seniors also have plenty of options for healthcare through the above hospitals and clinics, as well as specialized care at the Virginia Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center. This facility stands as the community’s sole skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility, offering the area’s elderly population an assortment of services. Longterm, short-term and Alzheimer’s care, plus a number of healthy living programs highlighting respite care and wellness and outpatient rehabilitation services, comprise the offerings of this prominent facility. The Germantown area is home to a rich and active spiritual community. Its map is dotted with a variety of houses of worship that accommodate a number of distinct faiths. Residents and visitors alike are welcome to take advantage of the services, programs and events of the local religious community. Contact the Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce to access a referred listing of local houses of worship: (262) 255-1812 or online at www. germantownchamber.org. Emergency 911 Police Department • Non-emergency 262-253-7780 Fire Department • Non-emergency Station 1 262-253-7795 • Non-emergency Station 2 262-502-4701 Rescue Squad • Non-emergency 262-253-7790 Village Hall • Administration 262-250-4750 • Clerk 262-250-4740 • Finance/Tax Collection 262-250-4700 • Library 262-253-7760 • Park & Recreation 262-250-4710 - Hotline for events 262-250-4711 • Refuse: Waste Management 262-251-4000 • Senior Center 262-253-7799 Washington County, County Seat: West Bend • Administration 262-306-2200 • Aging & Disability Resource 262-335-4497 • Clerk of Courts 262-335-4341 • County Treasurer 262-335-4324 • D.O.T. Division of Motor Vehicles 800-924-3570 • D.O.T. Vehicl• Emission Inspection 800-242-7510 • Department of Social Services 262-335-4610 • Health Department 262-335-4462 • Probate/Juvenile Office 262-335-4334 • Sheriff’s Department, Non-emergency 262-335-4378 • Veteran’s Service Office 262-335-4457 ACEFHILMPRW Attractions Automotive - Service Community Center Contractors/Construction Education Entertainment Financial Flooring/Wallcovering Health Insurance Legal Lodging Miscellaneous Photographic Services Real Estate Restaurants Retail/Shopping Worship Attractions Germantown Historical Society Tiffany Navin P.O. Box 31 Germantown, WI 53022 262-853-9044 Fax: 262-255-9044 tntnavin@att.net www.germantownhistoricalsociety.org Automotive - Service Germantown Tire & Automotive Service Gene Arnold N112 W16660 Mequon Road P.O. Box 105 Germantown, WI 53022 262-251-4463 Fax: 262-251-7650 germantowntire@bizwi.rr.com www.germantowntireandauto.com Community Center Village of Germantown David Schornack N112 W17001 Mequon Road Germantown, WI 53022 262-250-4750 Fax: 262-253-8255 dschornack@village.germantown.wi.us www.village.germantown.wi.us Contractors/Construction Premier Flooring, Inc. Michele Jaeger N110 W13125 Washington Drive Germantown, WI 53022 262-250-9202 Fax: 262-251-0406 www.premierflooringinc.com Education Germantown Learning Center and Child Care Jill Szcepanski W205 N11855 Deppert Road Germantown, WI 53022 262-628-1250 Fax: 262-628-1250 glckids@yahoo.com www.germantownlearningcenter.com Education Milwaukee Area Technical College - Mequon Sandra Webster 5555 W. Highland Road Mequon, WI 53092 262-238-2205 Fax: 262-238-2203 websters@matc.edu www.matc.edu Entertainment Schauer Arts & Activities Center Robyn Wilkinson 147 N. Rural St. Hartford, WI 53027 262-670-0560 x205 Fax: 262-670-0937 robyn@schauercenter.org www.schauercenter.org Financial Tri City National Bank Brenda Powalka N96 W18221 County Line Rd. Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 262-253-3380 Fax: 262-255-2042 b.powalka@tcnb.com www.tcnb.com Financial First Bank Financial Centre Cheri Schadeberg N112 W17100 Mequon Road Germantown, WI 53022 262-250-3800 Fax: 262-250-8670 cheri.schadeberg@fbfcwi.com www.fbfcwi.com Financial WaterStone Bank Michelle Danczyk W188 N9820 Appleton Avenue Germantown, WI 53022 262-696-7000 Fax: 262-293-0786 michelledanczyk@wsbonline.com www.wsbonline.com Financial Westbury Bank Kim Calliari N112 W17171 Mequon Road Germantown, WI 53022 262-255-2900 Fax: 262-255-2974 kim.calliari@westburybankwi.com www.westburybankwi.com Flooring/Wallcovering Malkin's Carpets Marty Schallock N95 W17055 Richfield Way Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 262-255-1400 Fax: 262-255-6290 marty@malkinscarpets.com www.malkinscarpets.com Health Germantown Animal Hospital Dr. Robert Mitchell W112 W16017 Mequon Road Germantown, WI 53022 262-255-6111 Fax: 262-255-6121 geranihosp@sbcglobal.net www.germantownanimalhospital.com Health Synergy HomeCare Marc Bassler W175 N11081 Stonewood Dr., Ste. 105 Germantown, WI 53022 262-293-2740 Fax: 888-314-2884 marcb@shcgermantown.com www.synergyhomecare.com/germantown Health Dental Professionals Debbie Anderson N112 W16760 Mequon Rd. Germantown, WI 53022 262-255-7820 Fax: 262-255-9969 debbie@dentalprofessionals.org www.dentalprofessionals.org Health Virginia Highlands Health & Rehab Center Kate Bertram W173 N10915 Bernie's Way Germantown, WI 53022 262-509-3305 Fax: 262-509-3337 kebertram@savasc.com www.savasc.com Health Columbia St. Mary's Community Physicians - Germantown Clinic Kathy Murtell 4425 N. Port Washington Road Glendale, WI 53212 kmurtell@columbia-stmarys.org www.columbia-stmarys.org Health Community Memorial Hospital Froedtert & Community Health Sandi Bruski W180 N8085 Town Hall Road Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 262-257-3200 sbruski@communitymemorial.com www.communitymemorial.com Insurance Frydach Insurance Agency, Inc. Debbie Frydach W175 N11163 Stonewood Drive Germantown, WI 53022 262-437-0036 Fax: 262-437-0141 debbie@frydachinsurance.com www.frydachinsurance.com Legal Midwest Legal Center, LLC Larry Cote, Jr. W175 N11163 Stonewood Drive, #220 Germantown, WI 53022 262-251-8405 Fax: 262-251-8403 lcotelaw@milwpc.com www.midwestlegalcenter.com Lodging AmericInn Lodge & Suites Nicole Sevcik W190 N10862 Commerce Circle Germantown, WI 53022 262-502-9750 Fax: 262-502-9751 germantown.wi@americinn.com www.americinn.com Lodging Holiday Inn Express & Suites Julie Kugler W177 N9675 Riverbend Lane Germantown, WI 53022 262-255-1100 Fax: 262-255-1086 jkugler@odysseyhotels.com www.hiexpress.com/germantownwi Lodging Super 8 Germantown Sam Patel N96 W17490 County Line Rd. Germantown, WI 53022 262-255-0880 Fax: 262-255-7741 ss.patel@sbcglobal.net www.super8germantown.com Miscellaneous Happy Hounds Michelle Richards N115 W19150 Edison Dr. Germantown, WI 53022 262-502-3647 Fax: 262-502-3636 michelle@happyhoundswi.com www.happyhoundswi.com Photographic Services MKEimages.com Mark Bertieri W143 N10519 Evergreen Circle Germantown, WI 53022 262-893-3737 info@mkeimages.com www.mkeimages.com Real Estate Kevin Nash, ABR, CSRS - Shorewest Realtors Kevin Nash N94 W17900 Appleton Avenue Germantown, WI 53051 262-437-5830 Fax: 262-782-5070 knash@shorewest.com www.knash.com Restaurants RT's Sports Corner Bar & Grill Robin Bird W188 N13367 Maple Road Richfield, WI 53076 262-677-1994 Fax: 262-677-8774 birdhouse1629@aol.com Retail/Shopping Sinter Klausen Christmas Market Irene Blau N116 W15909 Main St. Germantown, WI 53022 262-251-2121 www.sinterklausen.com Worship St. Boniface Catholic Church and Catholic School Julie Rafenstein W204 N11940 Goldendale Rd. Germantown, WI 53022 262-628-2040 x29 Fax: 262-628-2076 jrafenstein@stbonifacewi.org www.stbonifacewi.org Worship Faith Lutheran Church Lois Schmatzhagen W172 N11187 Division Rd. Germantown, WI 53022 262-251-8250 lois@faithgtown.com www.faithgtown.com Copyright © 2011 VillageProfile.com, Inc.® 33 N. Geneva St. Elgin, IL 60120 (800) 600 - 0134 www.villageprofile.com