The village of Twin Lakes, Wisconsin, is located at the Illinois boarder east of US Highway 12 in western Kenosha County. Incorporated in 1937, Twin Lakes has enjoyed a long history as prime home site for Native Americans as well as the Settlers who came along later. With nearly 1000 acres of water, the twin lakes of Mary and Elizabeth have drawn vacationers to numerous resorts as well as ice harvesters in the days of ôice boxö refrigeration.
Today, while the ice harvesting has ended, many homes in Twin Lakes are used for recreation and the lakes remain a popular destination. Twin Lakes is home to about 5,300 permanent residents with about a third more spending only part of the year here.

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Twin Lakes Municipal Services

Building and Zoning Administration

David Sturdevant, Building and Zoning Official
Cindy Skrypt, Office Assistant

Office Address: 108 East Main Street
P.O. Box 1024
Twin Lakes WI 53181
Phone: (262) 877-3700
Fax: (262) 877-4019

The VillageÆs Building and Zoning DepartmentÆs function is to protect Village residents and businesses and to enforce Federal, State and local building and zoning rules. The Building and Zoning Official provides plan review and inspection services as well as oversees zoning and land use in the Village. Residents are encouraged to speak with the Building and Zoning Official prior to any construction, remodeling or alteration to their properties to ensure that the proper permits are received and that the work is properly installed and inspected.

Building Official Office Hours:

Monday 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Tuesday 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday
 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Thursday 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. (No Building Official)
Friday 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Field Work and Inspections are performed by appointment. Contact the office to schedule these activities.

Construction is allowed from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily only
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Public Works Division
800 Burlington Avenue
Twin Lakes WI 53181
(262) 877-2599 (During weekday hours of 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or in non-emergency)

Sewer Division
901 Gatewood Drive
Twin Lakes WI 53181
(262) 877-3404 (During weekday hours of 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or in non-emergency) Contact Sewer Division staff via the Police Department at (262) 877-9056 in the event of a sewer back up.

For sewer or public works emergencies
Contact the Police Department at (262) 877-9056

Public Works Division - Bill Kaskin, Foreman
The VillageÆs Public Works Division is responsible for maintaining all Village properties including 7 buildings and structures, 5 main parks, 33 miles of streets and roads, and storm sewers.
Residents are reminded that the Village must be able to effectively plow snow off of streets in order to maintain access for emergency vehicles. In order to ensure that this is done, Village Code prohibits parking on streets after a 2 inch snow fall until the roads are clear. Also, residents are reminded not to place snow from driveways in the street.
Sewer Division - Terry Trongeau, Head Operator
The VillageÆs Sewer Division is responsible for maintaining the VillageÆs wastewater collection system and treatment plant. As much as 750,000 gallons of wastewater is treated daily at a newly expanded treatment plant, which allows the Village to meet or exceed requirements established by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for discharge of water.
In the event of a sewer back up into a home or business, customers are encouraged to contact the Village immediately so that Village staff can determine whether or not the main sewer line is clear before the resident incurs professional charges from a plumber. Contact Village staff via the Police Department at (262) 877-9056 in the event of a sewer back up. Please note that the Village is not responsible for damages related to sewer backups.
Customers who use water softeners are encouraged to be sure the softener is running efficiently and is using as little salt as possible. The Village, in response to DNR requirements, is undertaking a public education effort to get customers to focus on their water softeners and softeners functions.
Making minor adjustments to how frequently a softener regenerates and how much salt it uses each time can significantly reduces salt consumption throughout the year. Contact your softener service company for assistance
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Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue Department

Bruce Haase, Fire Chief
Stan Clause, Assistant Fire Chief
Larry Bruton, Fire Inspector
Russell Say, Fire Inspector
Fire Station Address:
236 East Main Street
Twin Lakes WI 53181

Non-Emergency Phone Number 877-2373
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS: 911
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Garbage pickup , curbside recycling and yard waste information
Please put garbage/recyclables out by 6 a.m.
Garbage and curbside recycling pick-up routes:
Tuesdays - East Side of Village
Thursdays - West Side of Village
Recycling is now every other week.

Grass clippings, leaves, brush under 6ö in diameter - to dispose of grass clippings, leaves, and/or brush, call the following:
Production Unlimited Holsteins 279-3472 or 877-3092 (for directions)
Les Skinner 877-2769 1250 Lance Dr. Cost $1.00 per bag (9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Mon - Sat)
Or Twin Lakes Recycling Center daily from April - November 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Burning is discouraged by the Village of Twin Lakes and the Department of Natural Resources but may be used as an alternative.
Burning by ordinance: April 1 - June 1 and October 1 - November 15 (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.), or call the Fire Chief - via the Police Department 877-9056.
Burning is prohibited in ditches or drainage ways, on pavement, or in barrels.
For more information on burning, contact the Village Hall ((262) 877-2858) or refer to the VillageÆs pamphlet on burning regulations

Household hazardous waste program
Questions may be directed to the Village Hall at (262) 877-2858.

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Village of Twin Lakes Demographics

Population (year 2000): 5,124. Estimated population in July 2006: 5,522 (+7.8 percent change)

Males: 2,546 (49.7 percent)
Females: 2,578 (50.3 percent)

Kenosha County

Median resident age: 36.4 years
Wisconsin median age: 36.0 years

Zip codes: 53181.

Estimated median household income in 2005: $52,600 (it was $46,601 in 2000)

Twin Lakes $52,600
Wisconsin: $47,105

Estimated median house/condo value in 2005: $172,300 (it was $125,900 in 2000)
Twin Lakes $172,300
Wisconsin: $152,600