Leadership Program
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Leadership Watertown
Leadership Watertown is more than a program—it’s a movement to empower individuals to become community leaders. We’re committed to developing informed, dynamic leaders who are passionate about enhancing the Watertown area. If you’re interested in joining our next class or have any questions, please contact us.
Leadership Watertown Committee Members
- Julia Chidley – Bender, Larson, Chidley, Koppes & Associates SC Attorneys At Law
- Stephanie Curtis, Chairperson – Watertown Family Center
- Karen Gibbs – Church Health Services
- Stacey Johnson – Ixonia Bank
- Tiffany Nehls – Rock River Chimney & Fireplace
- Ben Olsen – Watertown Police Department
- Sarah Oudenhoven – Watertown Unified School District
- Kim Schooley – Watertown Area YMCA
- Casey Schuett – Watertown Family Practice
- Sue Trepte – House of Peace
- Mikey Holmes – Hope Church
Class of 2025-2026
First row: Shianna Hesse – Johnsonville, Sarah Kelly – Watertown Unified School District, Kimber Mendenhall – The Marquardt, Brandi Jones – Madison College – Watertown, Adriana Trejo – Fort Community Credit Union, Kendall Uttech – Rainbow Community Care
Second row: Stefanie Broere – Watertown Main Street, Evan Meyers – Maas Brothers Construction, Narendra Kuber – Watertown Regional Medical Center, Casey Rusch-Weiland – Watertown Unified School District, Nathan Williams – City of Watertown
2025-2026 Class Project
The Fanny P. Lewis Beautification Project focuses on revitalizing and enhancing the community park to create a welcoming, accessible, and sustainable outdoor space for residents and visitors. The project improves landscaping through the restoration of green spaces and the addition of new plants and trees, while also painting and restoring the existing gazebo. It includes the installation of a bubbler water fountain with a dog-accessible station, encouraging increased community and visitor use. Informational signage highlights historical facts and recognizes project sponsorship. Through community involvement and local partnerships, the project promotes environmental stewardship while delivering environmental and community benefits through improved green spaces, enhanced park amenities, and increased public use.
Learn more about the Fannie P Lewis Park Beautification Project!
Sponsorship Opportunities
| PROJECT PARTNER $2,000 | PROJECT CHAMPION $1,000 |
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| PROJECT SUPPORTER $500 | PROJECT SUPPORTER $100+ |
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Thank you, 2026 Project Donors!
Project Partner ($2000+):
Project Champion ($1000):
Project Supporter ($500):
Project Advocate ($100+):
2024-2025 Class Project
The 2024–25 Leadership Watertown class worked to revitalize the 1st Street alleyway in Historic Downtown Watertown. The project created a vibrant and welcoming public space for all. Further, it supported back-door accessibility, which will be a vital resource during the 2028 Main Street construction project. The art installations were visible from the Watertown Public Library and Bentzin Family Town Square. This project served as a pilot initiative, showcasing the transformative power of enhancing underutilized alleyways, fostering community engagement, and inspiring future improvements within Downtown Watertown and beyond.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone for their incredible support.
Thank you, 2025 Project Donors!
Project Partner ($2000+):
- Johnsonville
- Watertown Redevelopment Authority
- YES! Watertown
- Rainbow Community Care
Project Champion ($1000):
- Bank of Lake Mills
- Fort Community Credit Union
- Grinwald Ford
- Ixonia Bank
- John and Denise Grinwald
- Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce
- Watertown Main Street Program
- Watertown Regional Medical Center
- Watertown Tourism
Project Supporter ($500):
- Edward Jones- Ron Counsell
- Mass Brothers Construction
- The Marquardt
Project Advocate ($100+):
- Ameriprise Financial Services
- Dave and Nancy Zimmermann
- Domani Salon and Spa
- Draegers Floral
- Richter Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
- Sandra D’s Bridal
- The Curtis Family
