The Amundson Community Center is available for community use by groups, organizations and individuals. This policy establishes guidelines for usage. Usage of the Center is approved by the Village of Cambridge Administrator and/or Village Clerk. All contracts may be reviewed by the Village of Cambridge Board of Trustees.
You will need to submit both the Application Form and Liability Agreement, to rent at the center.
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Who may use the Amundsen Center
- Community organizations or individuals that reside within the Cambridge School District. Organizations may be non-profit or for-profit.
- Non-community organizations or individuals that reside outside the Cambridge School District. Organizations may be non-profit or for-profit.
It is the policy to encourage and accommodate use of the center as much as possible, and charges may be applied to keep the building clean and maintained. Availability of the center does not guarantee the right to use it.
Alcoholic Beverages
- Bona-fide clubs and organizations that wish to serve alcoholic beverages at a public gathering must apply for a Picnic License from the Village of Cambridge.
- Private events do not require an alcohol license. The event must not be open to the public and no costs or fees can be charged to the attendees.
- Only beer, wine and fermented malt beverages may be served.
- Renters must provide and use their own cups for serving alcohol.
- A security deposit will be charged whenever alcoholic beverages are served. Damages in excess of the security deposit will be billed to the individual or group using or renting the center.
Decorations
- Candles in a semi-enclosed container (such as a votive) may be used if carefully monitored.
- Nails, tacks, screws or staples may not be driven into any walls, ceilings, floors or woodwork of the center. Acceptable fasteners and hooks can be provided by the center on request.
- Colored crepe paper may be used if it the color does not bleed. Any additional cleaning costs due to dye stains may be charged to the user.
- Decorations must be removed by the user before leaving the center.
Behavior
The individual or group using or renting the center is responsible for the actions of their guests or members while in the center or on the grounds.
Rooms Available
- Kitchen
- Community Room 250 ~ 38’ by 52’ ~ 2,152 sq. ft.
- Senior Room 20 20’ by 23’ 460 sq. ft.
Groups larger than the room’s safe capacity will not be accommodated.
Only those premises scheduled will be available for use.
An additional charge of $5-20/hour may be charged for events that occur outside of normal center hours.
If more than one group wishes to rent the room on the same day for a co-sponsored activity, both must sign agreements. The room fee, security deposit and custodial charges will be split evenly between the two groups, although any after-hours charges may be charged to the group that makes that request.
Miscellaneous
- The center is not responsible for lost or damaged personal property.
- A soda machine is available on the grounds for use by individuals and groups at their own expense.
- No smoking is allowed at the Amundson Community Center. Smoking is allowed only at the north or south far ends of the lower level parking lot.
- All sidewalks and parking areas must be kept accessible to center users.
Clean-Up Expectations
- Amundson Community Center staff will set up and put away tables and chairs.
- Users must put all trash into bags, which will be provided by the center. Take all trash to the dumpster area at the south end of parking lot near the community room exit doors.
- Tables must be wiped down. Cloths and a bucket will be provided.
- The floor must be swept. A broom and dustpan will be provided.
If the room and grounds (if applicable) are not cleaned and restored to its original condition to the satisfaction of the center’s custodian, a $20 per hour clean up fee will be invoiced back to the group. - Any damages will be charged back to the user and/or security deposit retained in whole or in part.
Forms
You will need to submit both the Application Form and Liability Agreement, to rent at the center.
Lagoon Road and Highway 134, Cambridge, WI
- Fishing available first Saturday of May until the 30 of September
- Bass has a bag limit of 1 per day, at a minimum length of 14 inches)
- A bag limit of 15 panfish will be in place for all persons
– Village of Cambridge Resolution No. 2019-05
When faced with abandoned wastewater treatment lagoons five years ago, then-Village President, Donn Trieloff, had the vision to convert the approximately 20 acres at the end of Lagoon Road off of Highway 134 into a self-sustaining ecosystem. He saw this area as a way to provide youth, families, and those who require handicapped accessibility with an opportunity to enjoy fishing and wildlife viewing. Through support of the Village Board and the Cambridge Oakland Wastewater Commission, funding from the Cambridge Foundation and a DNR Stewardship Grant, and the hard work and dedication of many individuals and organizations, the Cambridge Wildlife and Fishing Area is now a reality.
Donn Trieloff, the Cambridge Lions, Oakland Conservation Club, Jay Settersten – Settertech, Jay Weiss – Cambridge Tree Project, Craig Carpenter, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and the village staff all played vital roles in contouring/shaping the ponds and surrounding landscape, building a handicapped pier, seeding, planting trees, building signs and stocking fish.
The ponds have been stocked with 2,500 bluegills, 500 bass, 1,000 yellow perch and 1,000 black crappies. The ponds is open for fishing, first on a catch-and-release basis and then with limited bag limits. The trails around the ponds are open to the public for hiking and wildlife watching.
Cambridge, having been recognized as a Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation,
desires to continue its tree planting ways. As stated in the Village's Arbor Day Proclamation, trees clean the air, produce oxygen and provide habitat for wildlife. In addition, they are a source of joy and spiritual renewal. In carrying out this belief, 40 swamp oaks have been planted around the ponds. In addition, Cambridge Girl Scout Troop 2007 has planted 5 varieties of native trees on the grounds. Cambridge Girl Scout Troop 2450 has also provided trash and recycling barrels for the grounds. As his Eagle Scout project, Josh Moen, of Deerfield Boy Scout Troop 88, built 7 picnic tables from scratch for the Cambridge Wildlife and Fishing Area.
The Village would like to thank everyone for their vision, hard work and dedication in making this
project happen. It has been so wonderful to see youth, families, and organizations all working together toward a common goal. The Cambridge Wildlife and Fishing Area is a beautiful area that will give back to citizens of all ages for years to come.