Just Under 10 Years

Ago PRESCOTT JOURNAL January 20, 2011 Group focuses on bringing pride to citizens by Kimberly Adams What does it mean to have pride in the community that you live in? What are the top 50 things that people are proud of in Prescott? What aspects of Prescott can be improved?

These are some of the questions that are being raised by a grassroots group of Prescott citizens that met at the high school library Tuesday, Jan. 11.

Prescott Mayor Mike Hunter, an active member of the Prescott community, keeps a copy of the of- cial vision and mission

statement in his wallet. The vision statement states: “Prescott is committed to reaching the highest performing standards in delivery of services and support. We will balance our cultural and historic past with managed growth, economic stewardship and environmental responsibility.

The mission statement states that Prescott is, “Working together toward reaching our common goals of delivering the best possible services in the most effective and courteous manner at the highest level of integrity to enhance the quality of life for the Prescott community.”

Engagement Announcement Brittani Johnson to Bill Frey (photo) Bob and Kim Zahradka and Kevin and Lisa Johnson of Prescott are excited to announce the engagement of their daughter, Brittani Johnson to Bill Frey Jr., son of Bill and Teresa Frey, Prescott.

Brittani is a 2004 Prescott graduate and is employed at New Adventures Learning Center. Bill is a 2000 Prescott graduate and is employed at 3M.

A June 11, 2011 wedding is planned at Stone Ridge Golf Club in Stillwater MN.

25 Years Ago PRESCOTT JOURNAL “Where the St. Croix meets the Mississippi” December 25, 1996 QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “When I started this it was really more of an assignment, but in the end it really turned out to be something fun.” Eighth grade student on her assignment to do something for an elderly person INSIDE THIS ISSUE —Wisc. #5 in tax burden. See Page 3.

—Spring Valley bridge can be yours—free. See Page 3.

—Salute to D. A. R. E. See Page 8.

Search for police Facility has public confused while city administrators become frustrated by R. E. Herman When the voters rejected a question of building an addition onto the city municipal building last April, many residents apparently thought that they had rejected any and all expenditures for a new police facility.

That belief, however, is a misconception. All that was done was to insure that there would be no police addition on the municipal building for at least a two-year period.

The question posed on the ballot was: Shall the City of Prescott expand the present City Hall to provide more space for the Prescott Police Department?

In speaking with city of- cials and the public in general, it has become apparent that many residents still believe that they had rejected any police expansion or construction.

Thus, when they heard of the negotiations taking place for the possible purchase of the Prescott Journal building on Orange Street, some residents felt betrayed; that the city has been acting against the stated wishes of voters.

This belief has led some to speak out against the council and police department ofcials as ignoring the residents.

The fact of the matter is that the past and present city councils believe that there is a need for additional space for the police department.

The city council and the police commission have gone on record as agreeing with this need.

35 Years Ago THE PRESCOTT JOURNAL January 2, 1986 Service News Thomas A. Ames, son of Thomas J. and Sharon L. Ames of R. R. 1, Prescott, Wisc., has been promoted in the U. S. Air Force to the rank of airman rst class.

Ames is an electronic intelligence operations specialist with the 41st Electronic Combat Squadron at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz.

He is a 1984 graduate of Prescott High School.

55 Years Ago PRESCOTT JOURNAL December 16, 1965 Dear Santa, I am writing this letter for my sisters and brothers too.

Joni wants a Skipper doll and doll clothes.

Rickey wants a big dump truck and crane set.

Kellee Jean wants a Baby Boo doll and a T. V. too.

Mom says baby Ronny needs pajamas or anything Santa brings.

I would like a Tressy doll and doll clothes. Maybe some ice skates too. I hope Santa brings everybody somebody something.

Love, Julie Bishop Dear Santa, for Christmas I would like: 1. Holster; 2. G. I. Joe; 3. Tow truck; 4. Tool chest; 5. Johnny West candy Thank you, Tommy Frey Dear Santa, for Christmas I would like: 1. Johnny Eagle, Red River, with Holster; 2. G. I. Joe Electric drawing set; 3. Mattel Power Shop; 4. Pen and Pencil Set; 5. Wood Burning Set.

There will be some goodies waiting for you on the table.