Cadott Village Board - Basketball courts are overdue for improvements

Projects cost money, which is why not all can be attempted at one time. Recognizing that, the Cadott Community Association (CCA) is willing and ready to pitch in.

CCA member Lucy Meinen was present, Sept. 15, to put forward a proposal to the Cadott Village Board, about redoing the basketball courts at West Riverview Park.

“The basketball court is in rough shape and we all know it,” said Meinen. “It could use an upgrade.”

It’s been two years, since the CCA started looking into undertaking the project and they’ve made up their minds, now is the time.

“We’ve put a lot of thought and effort into, how do we get kids to the park?” said Meinen.

As part of that, the CCA wants to install hoops that can be raised or lowered, for “kids” of all ages, including those in a wheelchair. They would also like to install the fence around the courts, to keep snowmobiles off. While the Lions club is also planning to work on the tennis courts, Meinen pointed out that this project is separate from that organization, as the CCA wants to get the basketball area done right away and not wait for funding.

Speaking of money, the scope of the basketball court will depend on what the price comes in at, but Meinen says that doesn’t mean they can’t add on additional features later. The village board agreed that they would gladly accept the CCA’s project and wished them luck.

“We think that this is really a worthy project,” said Meinen.

The board also approved a Certified Site Map (CSM) and site plan for Whispering Pines Golf Course, as the business looked at adding on to the current clubhouse, but felt it was not feasible. So, the owners decided to replace the building entirely and construct it to the east of where it is currently.

Once built, they will then demolish the old clubhouse, which will become more green space. The business has grown and the owners want to offer a better space to have gatherings in the off-season months.

“We’re looking for that other opportunity to continue to grow,” said co-owner Luke Rykal.

Members also approved transient merchant applications for Michelle LaNou, Brandy Radle, Kelly Falkenberg and Audrey Jackson, with LaNou wanting to begin a Walk & Shop in the park, possibly on Saturdays. LaNou is a former vendor at the Cadott Farmers Market, but, according to her, was asked to not set up any more, as they did not want too many bakers to attend each week.

“We’d just like to be able to have another place to sell stuff,” said Falkenberg.

“I want everyone to be able to have the same opportunity,” agreed LaNou.

While it remains to be seen what LaNou will come up with, the board was supportive in her efforts to bring something new to Cadott.

“It’s nice to see our community doing new things,” said board trustee Eric Weiland.