WINTER PARKING-SNOW EMERGENCY DECLARED – BUSINESS DISTRICT ONLY
December 1, 2025
* * * For Immediate Release * * *
To assist the Street Department with their plowing, cleanup, and snow removal efforts, the Watertown Police Department is issuing a Snow Emergency to the Central City Snow Removal Area only, beginning at 11:00pm Tuesday, December 2, 2025 and continuing for 48 hours. Snow removal and cleanup operations will continue in the business district of the City for two overnights, but may be reduced to only the first night. Parking will be permitted on city streets outside of the Central City Snow Removal Area. See the map for street boundaries.
During the Snow Emergency, parking on city streets and alleys in the Central City Snow Removal Area will be banned between 11:00 p.m. Tuesday tonight until 7:00 a.m. Wednesday morning, and again between 11:00 p.m. Wednesday night until 7:00 a.m. Thursday morning. To repeat, the 2nd night may be canceled.
Residents who live in the Central City Snow Removal Area that have no off-street parking available are encouraged to utilize municipal parking lots or make arrangements with neighbors, relatives or friends to avoid a potential $50.00 citation. In addition, any vehicle that has been ticketed and remains parked at the same location for 24 or more hours afterward may be towed at the owner’s expense.
Citizens are encouraged to monitor the City of Watertown Website at: www.watertownwi.gov or search for us on Facebook at Watertown WI Police Department for current snow emergencies and notifications.
Contact person: Chief Dave Brower
920-261-6660
But here’s a festive tip: parking is only restricted for a very specific time to make space for spectators of the Parade of Lights!
📅 Saturday, Nov. 29
⏰ 3–8 p.m.
Until then, don’t hesitate to park on Main Street and show some love to your favorite downtown spots. 💛
The Watertown Water Utilities will be repairing a water main leak at the 200 block of South Water Street on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
Street Closure: The 200 block of South Water Street will be closed during the repair.
Water Service Interruption: Water service will be temporarily shut off on the 200 block of South Water Street.
Repair Schedule: Work will begin at 8:00 a.m. and is expected to take 4–6 hours to complete.
Join our FREE Home Buyer Education Workshop!
November 12th, 2025 | 🕠 5:30–9:30 PM
UW-Extension Building 864, Jefferson, WI
💰 Up to $20,000 in down payment assistance available for income-qualified buyers!
🔗 Register: thriveED.org/athome
Gather the whole family for a cozy, fun-filled evening of holiday cheer on December 12th from 5:30–7:30 PM at the Watertown Senior & Community Center!
✅ FREE event, but please REGISTER here as space is limited ➡️ https://watertownwi.recdesk.com 📍 514 S. 1st Street, Watertown, WI
📅 Wednesday, Dec. 3 | 1–4 PM
📍 514 S. First St, Watertown
Celebrate the season at our Generations of Joy Holiday Open House! Enjoy festive room showcases by local sponsors, free treats, guided tours, holiday music, door prizes, and 2026 membership info.
Bring a friend—or come make new ones! 🎁☕🎶
📞 (920) 262-8099 | 💌 adraeger@watertownwi.gov
Veterans Day 2025
In observance of Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11, all City offices will be closed.
Solid Waste & Recycling:
There will be no collection on Tuesday, November 11.
Tuesday routes will instead be collected on Wednesday, November 12.
Yard Waste Site:
Closed on Tuesday, November 11.
Regular hours will resume:
Monday & Wednesday: 3:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
On this day, we pause to honor and remember the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans
🎄We need trees for the 3rd annual “Make Your Business Sparkle” Holiday Tree Contest!🎄
Running through : Nov 15 – Dec 14, 2025
Local businesses—this is your chance to show off your creativity and holiday spirit by sponsoring and decorating a tree!
Register by Nov 1 (or until full):
📞 920-262-8080 | 📧 sjuhl@watertownwi.gov
Get your costumes ready — it’s time for City-Wide Trick or Treating! 🍬🍭
🗓 Saturday, October 25th
⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Grab your candy bags, watch for little ghouls and goblins, and enjoy a fun (and safe!) night of trick-or-treating!
Contact Steph Juhl at (920) 262-8080!
The Park & Rec Office will be closed on October 28 from 9:00–10:30 AM for staff training.
All of the above are two year terms. If a primary is required for any of the offices above, it will be held in February of 2026. The regular election will take place on April 7.
For more info, visit: https://www.watertownwi.gov/page/running-for-office
Open Positions:
• Library- Part Time Children's Library Assistant
• Police - Police Officer
• Police-PT 911 Dispatcher
• 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/
The Town Square's water feature will also be closed.
🏞️ : Brandt/ Quirk, Riverside, and Washington Park bathrooms will be closed the beginning of November after programming has ended.
• Face painting
• Living Statues presented by Watertown Players and sponsored by Watertown Wine & Liquor
• Haunted Bus
• Balloon Art by Geraldo Alvarez
• Photo Booth
• Over 30 trick-or-treating booths
𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝘆:
• Extreme Sound DJ
𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗸𝘀:
• Buddha Belly Pizza
• Harvest Moon Coffee
• Little Sister Cookies
𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗼𝗸-𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸-𝗼𝗿-𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀, organized by our Watertown Main Street Program. Look for "Boo Bash Decals" on storefront doors of participating merchants throughout our Main Street.
Join us in welcoming Deb! 🎉😁
