A correction has been made to the Indoor Pool Schedule - Lap swim will be held from 6:00PM - 8:00PM this evening. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
🚗📚 Back to School, Stay Safe on the Roads!
With students heading back to class, remember to:
✅ Slow down in school zones
✅ Watch for crossing guards & pedestrians
✅ Stop for school buses
Together, we can keep our community safe! 💛
With students heading back to class, remember to:
✅ Slow down in school zones
✅ Watch for crossing guards & pedestrians
✅ Stop for school buses
Together, we can keep our community safe! 💛
We are currently taking applications for this year’s Citizen Police Academy! This is a free, 10-week class to learn about your local police department that meets on Thursdays 6:30pm-9:15 pm starting September 4, 2025. There will be lectures and hands on learning experiences. Weekly lessons include emergency driving courses, criminal investigations, crime scene and evidence processing, dispatching procedures, defense-arrest-and-tactics, operating under the influence arrests and procedures and K-9 demonstrations along with other law enforcement topics. If you are interested contact Officer Schroeder at sschroeder@watertownwi.gov or you can get an application at the link below!
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/.../CPA...
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/.../CPA...
Monday is Labor Day - that means our solid waste removal crews have the day off! If Mondays are your usual trash day, please note that your bins will be emptied on Tuesday this week. All other routes will run as scheduled.
Join us on Sunday for an epic softball battle between the Watertown WI Police Department and the Watertown Fire Department!
♻️🚗 Dodge County Clean Sweep 🚗♻️
Safely dispose of old chemicals!
📅 Sat, Aug 23 | ⏰ 8 AM–12 PM
📍 Dodge County Hwy Shop – Beaver Dam
💲 Households $10 | Ag FREE* | Small Biz pre-register
📞 920-386-3660 | 🔗 www.co.dodge.wi.gov/cleansweep
🚫 No latex paint | Keep items in trunk | Stay in vehicle
#CleanSweep #DodgeCounty #GoGreen
Safely dispose of old chemicals!
📅 Sat, Aug 23 | ⏰ 8 AM–12 PM
📍 Dodge County Hwy Shop – Beaver Dam
💲 Households $10 | Ag FREE* | Small Biz pre-register
📞 920-386-3660 | 🔗 www.co.dodge.wi.gov/cleansweep
🚫 No latex paint | Keep items in trunk | Stay in vehicle
#CleanSweep #DodgeCounty #GoGreen
Watertown, Wis. (August 12, 2025) – Due to recent significant rain events, water levels between the Upper and Lower Dams in the City of Watertown have risen substantially. In the interest of public safety and to prevent property damage, the City has issued a No Wake Advisory for this area effective immediately.
Residents and visitors are urged to exercise extreme caution when navigating the Rock River within city limits. Elevated water levels can create hazardous conditions, including strong currents, submerged debris, and reduced visibility of potential obstacles.
The No Wake Advisory requires boaters to operate at the slowest possible speed necessary to maintain control and headway. This measure is essential to minimize wave action that could worsen flooding, increase shoreline erosion, and cause damage to waterfront properties.
The City of Watertown will continue monitoring river conditions and will provide updates as the situation changes. We appreciate the cooperation of all residents and visitors in adhering to this advisory to help ensure the safety of our community and the protection of our natural resources.
Residents and visitors are urged to exercise extreme caution when navigating the Rock River within city limits. Elevated water levels can create hazardous conditions, including strong currents, submerged debris, and reduced visibility of potential obstacles.
The No Wake Advisory requires boaters to operate at the slowest possible speed necessary to maintain control and headway. This measure is essential to minimize wave action that could worsen flooding, increase shoreline erosion, and cause damage to waterfront properties.
The City of Watertown will continue monitoring river conditions and will provide updates as the situation changes. We appreciate the cooperation of all residents and visitors in adhering to this advisory to help ensure the safety of our community and the protection of our natural resources.
We're Hiring!
Open Positions:
• Crossing Guard - Part Time
• Firefighter/Paramedic/Operator
• Police Officer
• Seasonal Sports Field Supervisor
• Seasonal Youth Sports Referees
• Seasonal Umpires / Adult Sport Programming Officials
• Public Works - Streets & Solid Waste Collector
• Public Works - General Laborer
If you or someone you know would be a good fit for any of these positions, apply today at https://ciwatertownwi.applicantpro.com/jobs/
Open Positions:
• Crossing Guard - Part Time
• Firefighter/Paramedic/Operator
• Police Officer
• Seasonal Sports Field Supervisor
• Seasonal Youth Sports Referees
• Seasonal Umpires / Adult Sport Programming Officials
• Public Works - Streets & Solid Waste Collector
• Public Works - General Laborer
If you or someone you know would be a good fit for any of these positions, apply today at https://ciwatertownwi.applicantpro.com/jobs/
⚽⏳ Final Hours to Register for Fall Soccer Leagues! ⏳⚽
Our Youth Soccer League registration closes TOMORROW NIGHT (August 11th at midnight)! Don’t miss your chance to get your player signed up for a fun, team-based season filled with skill-building practices, Saturday games, and lots of memories.
✅ Micro League (K/1st Grade)
✅ Mini League (2nd/3rd Grade)
✅ Wing League (4th/5th Grade)
✅ Coed League (6th–8th Grade)
🔗 Register here: https://watertownwi.recdesk.com
🎉 And don't forget—there's still time to sign up for our 4K Little Kickers program! Registration for that closes August 21st.
Let’s make it a great fall season! 🍂⚽
Our Youth Soccer League registration closes TOMORROW NIGHT (August 11th at midnight)! Don’t miss your chance to get your player signed up for a fun, team-based season filled with skill-building practices, Saturday games, and lots of memories.
✅ Micro League (K/1st Grade)
✅ Mini League (2nd/3rd Grade)
✅ Wing League (4th/5th Grade)
✅ Coed League (6th–8th Grade)
🔗 Register here: https://watertownwi.recdesk.com
🎉 And don't forget—there's still time to sign up for our 4K Little Kickers program! Registration for that closes August 21st.
Let’s make it a great fall season! 🍂⚽
🌊🎬 Closing Day Splash! 🎬🌊
Join us Sun, Aug 17 @ 3:30 PM for Disney’s Moana on the water at the Watertown Aquatic Center! 🏝️ Bring your friends, family & floaties for our last big summer party before closing for the season!
Prices :
Pass Holders FREE | City $5 | Non-City $6 |
⏰ Doors open 12 PM – meal deals & specials all day! 🍔
Join us Sun, Aug 17 @ 3:30 PM for Disney’s Moana on the water at the Watertown Aquatic Center! 🏝️ Bring your friends, family & floaties for our last big summer party before closing for the season!
Prices :
Pass Holders FREE | City $5 | Non-City $6 |
⏰ Doors open 12 PM – meal deals & specials all day! 🍔
✨ Join Mayor Stocks at "The Stocks
Exchange"!
These small group sessions with Mayor Robert Stocks
are a great opportunity to share your thoughts,
concerns, or ideas in a relaxed and approachable
setting.
- Thursday, August 14, 10:30am – Senior and
Community Center
Stay tuned for more upcoming dates and locations!
💬✨
Exchange"!
These small group sessions with Mayor Robert Stocks
are a great opportunity to share your thoughts,
concerns, or ideas in a relaxed and approachable
setting.
- Thursday, August 14, 10:30am – Senior and
Community Center
Stay tuned for more upcoming dates and locations!
💬✨
YOU ARE INVITED!
Please join City staff and the consultant team to share your ideas about biking and walking in Watertown! We are hosting an open house on Thursday, August 7th from 3pm – 6pm at the Watertown Public Library. Drop in anytime to learn about the project and share your thoughts.
What: Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Open House When: Thursday, August 7th 3pm – 6pm Where: Watertown Public Library Community Room (100 S. Water St Watertown, WI 53094)
Can’t make the open house? There are several ways you can share your ideas: 1. Take a community survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/watertown-bike-ped-survey 2. Share your ideas on an interactive map: https://hkgi-engage.mysocialpinpoint.com/watertown-bike-and-pedestrian-plan
3. Visit us at Riverfest! We will have an information booth near Chamberland Playground at Riverside Park on Friday, August 8th from 12 - 4pm.
4. Contact City Staff Maureen McBroom, Stormwater Project Manager Phone: (920) 206-4264 Email: MMcBroom@watertownwi.gov
Please join City staff and the consultant team to share your ideas about biking and walking in Watertown! We are hosting an open house on Thursday, August 7th from 3pm – 6pm at the Watertown Public Library. Drop in anytime to learn about the project and share your thoughts.
What: Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Open House When: Thursday, August 7th 3pm – 6pm Where: Watertown Public Library Community Room (100 S. Water St Watertown, WI 53094)
Can’t make the open house? There are several ways you can share your ideas: 1. Take a community survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/watertown-bike-ped-survey 2. Share your ideas on an interactive map: https://hkgi-engage.mysocialpinpoint.com/watertown-bike-and-pedestrian-plan
3. Visit us at Riverfest! We will have an information booth near Chamberland Playground at Riverside Park on Friday, August 8th from 12 - 4pm.
4. Contact City Staff Maureen McBroom, Stormwater Project Manager Phone: (920) 206-4264 Email: MMcBroom@watertownwi.gov
Water Service Alert – July 31, 2025
The Water Department will begin a leak repair at 8:00 AM on the northeast corner of East Main St. and North 1st St.
Water will be off on East Main St. from 1 East Main to 116 East Main during the repair.
Work is expected to take 4 to 6 hours.
The northbound lane of North 1st St. will be closed to traffic.
Please use caution in the area and plan accordingly. Thank you for your patience!
The Water Department will begin a leak repair at 8:00 AM on the northeast corner of East Main St. and North 1st St.
Water will be off on East Main St. from 1 East Main to 116 East Main during the repair.
Work is expected to take 4 to 6 hours.
The northbound lane of North 1st St. will be closed to traffic.
Please use caution in the area and plan accordingly. Thank you for your patience!
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The City of Watertown DPW – Street Division will be replacing a section of heaved concrete in the westbound lane of Western Avenue between S. Ninth and S. Tenth Street on Monday, July 21, 2025.
A detour will be placed at 6:30 a.m. as follows: westbound traffic on Western Avenue will take S. Tenth Street to the south, then Clyman Street to the west, S. Ninth Street to the north, back to Western Avenue. Work is expected to be done in one day with the detour being removed on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, to allow time for the concrete to be cured. This work is weather permitting.
A detour will be placed at 6:30 a.m. as follows: westbound traffic on Western Avenue will take S. Tenth Street to the south, then Clyman Street to the west, S. Ninth Street to the north, back to Western Avenue. Work is expected to be done in one day with the detour being removed on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, to allow time for the concrete to be cured. This work is weather permitting.
🚧 Main Street Work Alert – July 7–18 🚧
The City of Watertown is asking residents, drivers, and bicyclists to use extra caution along Main Street between S. Church and N. Ninth Street the week of July 7, 2025.
Crews from Green Bay Pipe and TV will be cleaning and televising the storm sewer, causing rolling lane closures and restricted parking as they move along the corridor. Flaggers, signs, and cones will guide you safely through the work zone.
📅 Work is expected to wrap up by July 18.
ℹ️ The information gathered will help the Wisconsin DOT plan for the Main Street Reconstruction project, scheduled for 2028.
Thank you for your patience and attention as this important prep work is completed!
The City of Watertown is asking residents, drivers, and bicyclists to use extra caution along Main Street between S. Church and N. Ninth Street the week of July 7, 2025.
Crews from Green Bay Pipe and TV will be cleaning and televising the storm sewer, causing rolling lane closures and restricted parking as they move along the corridor. Flaggers, signs, and cones will guide you safely through the work zone.
📅 Work is expected to wrap up by July 18.
ℹ️ The information gathered will help the Wisconsin DOT plan for the Main Street Reconstruction project, scheduled for 2028.
Thank you for your patience and attention as this important prep work is completed!
Join us for our 25th Annual Lights N' Sirens Community Safety Fair! See emergency vehicles and equipment, watch demonstrations, and more!
🗓Tuesday, July 8th
⏱6 - 8 PM
😃6 - 6:30 will be "Lights N' Silence" for people with sound sensitivity.
🗓Tuesday, July 8th
⏱6 - 8 PM
😃6 - 6:30 will be "Lights N' Silence" for people with sound sensitivity.
🚚🎨☀️ Kart Park is Rolling Into July! ☀️🎨🚚
Join us for Kart Park, Watertown’s FREE mobile recreation program, all July long! From obstacle courses and water games to firework art and stomp rockets, our WPR staff bring the fun to a different park every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 1:00–3:00 PM.
📍 We’re visiting parks all over town—Clark, Riverside, Timothy Johnson, Lincoln, and community green spaces like Clement Street and Boughton Street.
🎨 Each week features exciting activities and themed crafts for kids to get active, be creative, and make new friends.
July 1–3: Obstacle Course Relay + Firework Art
July 8–10: Croquet + Nature Collage
July 15–17: Parachute Games + Friendship Bracelets
July 22–24: Water Relay Games + Under the Sea Art
July 29–31: Stomp Rockets + Space Crafts
🗓️ Full schedule and park locations in the image below!
💬 Follow us @watertownparkrec for updates or weather-related changes.
Let’s play, create, and explore this summer—see you at Kart Park!
Join us for Kart Park, Watertown’s FREE mobile recreation program, all July long! From obstacle courses and water games to firework art and stomp rockets, our WPR staff bring the fun to a different park every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 1:00–3:00 PM.
📍 We’re visiting parks all over town—Clark, Riverside, Timothy Johnson, Lincoln, and community green spaces like Clement Street and Boughton Street.
🎨 Each week features exciting activities and themed crafts for kids to get active, be creative, and make new friends.
July 1–3: Obstacle Course Relay + Firework Art
July 8–10: Croquet + Nature Collage
July 15–17: Parachute Games + Friendship Bracelets
July 22–24: Water Relay Games + Under the Sea Art
July 29–31: Stomp Rockets + Space Crafts
🗓️ Full schedule and park locations in the image below!
💬 Follow us @watertownparkrec for updates or weather-related changes.
Let’s play, create, and explore this summer—see you at Kart Park!
