Boater’s Safety Course
Sponsored by Lake Country Barge
June 11th 5pm – 9pm
June 12th 5pm – 9pm
Pewaukee Village Hall
Board Room
235 Hickory St, Pewaukee
Register online at https://gowild.wi.gov/customers/safetyedclass
Attendees are required to attend both dates and sign a hold harmless agreement
Wisconsin boating safety certification or out-of-state equivalent certification is required for operators born on or after January 1, 1989. Anyone is eligible to take the class and receive a safety education completion certificate, however, courses are designed at a 5th-grade level or up.
Boater’s Safety Flyer

The Chenequa Police Department is dedicated to safeguarding the lives, rights, and property of all individuals that reside or are within the Village, while striving to maintain the unique quality of life that the Village so highly regards. Our mission is accomplished through a partnership with the community that is built upon trust and mutual support. We are committed to being pro-active in our approach to our duties.
Our mission is supported by the following actions:
- Deter crime through highly visible patrol, crime prevention programs, and innovative methods
- Provide service orientated functions that are responsive to the needs and concerns of the Village
- Provide safe traffic movement in and through the Village
- Provide a thorough investigation and follow through on all reported incidents
This mission is performed with dedication and professionalism while being fair and impartial, safeguarding the rights of all.
The photo to the left is the first Chief: Chester Miller circa 1927–1936 outside original Chief's house behind Village Hall.

The history of the Chenequa Police Department is directly tied to the establishment of the Village of Chenequa.
The Village of Chenequa is located in the “lake country” portion of Waukesha County, about 30 miles west of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It completely surrounds the 703 acre Pine Lake, and includes portions of Beaver Lake and North Lake
To view an excerpt from former local resident, historian and writer, William F. Stark, please go to the Village of Chenequa Police History page. He has written 3 books.
The photograph to the left was taken by resident and professional photographer, Ralph Curtis.
This website made possible through a grant from the Chenequa Foundation.
Your charitable donation helps make Chenequa a better place.
The mission of the Foundation is to benefit the Village of Chenequa through grants which will enhance the quality of life and services in our community.
READ MORE 
Pine Lake Launch Hours
Remember the public boat access facility located on Pine Lake in the Village shall be open from 6:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., except on the general fishing opening weekend when the facility shall be open on that first Saturday and Sunday from 4:00 A.M. to midnight. No boat or equipment incident to navigation may be launched during a time the facility is not open, but a boat on the lake at the applicable closing time may be retrieved from the lake after such closing time and a vehicle in the designated parking area at such closing time may remain there until the boat transported by such vehicle is retrieved.
Lake Ordinance Chapter 4: Lakes
Daily Launch Fees:
Non-Motorized Boat $8
Boat 20 feet $10
Boat >20 and <26 feet $12.50
Boat >26 feet $15
Winter Parking $8
Annual Launch Permit Fees:
Non-Motorized Boat $80
Boat <20 Feet $100
Boat >20 Feet and <26 Feet $125
Boat > 26 Feet $150
Download an Annual Launch Permit Application here. (Fillable PDF)
The annual permits are available at the Village of Chenequa Police Department. Cash or check only.
Village of Chenequa Police Department
31275 W County Road K
Chenequa, WI 53029
(262) 367-2145

The Chenequa Police Department is dedicated to safeguarding the lives, rights, and property of all individuals that reside or are within the Village, while striving to maintain the unique quality of life that the Village so highly regards. Our mission is accomplished through a partnership with the community that is built upon trust and mutual support. We are committed to being pro-active in our approach to our duties.
Our mission is supported by the following actions:
- Deter crime through highly visible patrol, crime prevention programs, and innovative methods
- Provide service orientated functions that are responsive to the needs and concerns of the Village
- Provide safe traffic movement in and through the Village
- Provide a thorough investigation and follow through on all reported incidents
This mission is performed with dedication and professionalism while being fair and impartial, safeguarding the rights of all.
The photo to the left is the first Chief: Chester Miller circa 1927–1936 outside original Chief's house behind Village Hall.

The history of the Chenequa Police Department is directly tied to the establishment of the Village of Chenequa.
The Village of Chenequa is located in the “lake country” portion of Waukesha County, about 30 miles west of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It completely surrounds the 703 acre Pine Lake, and includes portions of Beaver Lake and North Lake
To view an excerpt from former local resident, historian and writer, William F. Stark, please go to the Village of Chenequa Police History page. He has written 3 books.
The photograph to the left was taken by resident and professional photographer, Ralph Curtis.
This website made possible through a grant from the Chenequa Foundation.
Your charitable donation helps make Chenequa a better place.
The mission of the Foundation is to benefit the Village of Chenequa through grants which will enhance the quality of life and services in our community.
READ MORE 
The Village of Chenequa Police Department is looking for motivated individuals to join our team! We are currently looking to fill positions for our Community Service Officer (CSO) positions.
As a CSO, you will gain valuable firsthand experience in the realm of Law Enforcement while getting paid. If you are interested in applying for the CSO position, please visit the Village of Chenequa Police Department during normal business hours or click on the link below for an employment application.
You may email your completed application to Officer Chochola at chochola@chenequa.org.
CSO Handout
Employment Application

The Chenequa Police Department is dedicated to safeguarding the lives, rights, and property of all individuals that reside or are within the Village, while striving to maintain the unique quality of life that the Village so highly regards. Our mission is accomplished through a partnership with the community that is built upon trust and mutual support. We are committed to being pro-active in our approach to our duties.
Our mission is supported by the following actions:
- Deter crime through highly visible patrol, crime prevention programs, and innovative methods
- Provide service orientated functions that are responsive to the needs and concerns of the Village
- Provide safe traffic movement in and through the Village
- Provide a thorough investigation and follow through on all reported incidents
This mission is performed with dedication and professionalism while being fair and impartial, safeguarding the rights of all.
The photo to the left is the first Chief: Chester Miller circa 1927–1936 outside original Chief's house behind Village Hall.

The history of the Chenequa Police Department is directly tied to the establishment of the Village of Chenequa.
The Village of Chenequa is located in the “lake country” portion of Waukesha County, about 30 miles west of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It completely surrounds the 703 acre Pine Lake, and includes portions of Beaver Lake and North Lake
To view an excerpt from former local resident, historian and writer, William F. Stark, please go to the Village of Chenequa Police History page. He has written 3 books.
The photograph to the left was taken by resident and professional photographer, Ralph Curtis.
This website made possible through a grant from the Chenequa Foundation.
Your charitable donation helps make Chenequa a better place.
The mission of the Foundation is to benefit the Village of Chenequa through grants which will enhance the quality of life and services in our community.
READ MORE 
PRESS RELEASE – UPDATE
Incident: Fatal Vehicle Crash – February 18, 2023
On Saturday, February 18th, 2023, at 2:34pm the Village of Chenequa Police Department responded to a motor vehicle crash on E/B STH 16 just west of STH 83. It has been determined from several witnesses that one of the vehicles involved entered the E/B lanes of STH 16 from STH 83 going W/B, the wrong way, in the E/B lanes of traffic. This vehicle then collided with another vehicle, head-on, in the E/B lanes of traffic.
The driver of the wrong way vehicle is now being identified as 47-year-old Melissa Bright of Sullivan, WI.
Full Press Release

The Chenequa Police Department is dedicated to safeguarding the lives, rights, and property of all individuals that reside or are within the Village, while striving to maintain the unique quality of life that the Village so highly regards. Our mission is accomplished through a partnership with the community that is built upon trust and mutual support. We are committed to being pro-active in our approach to our duties.
Our mission is supported by the following actions:
- Deter crime through highly visible patrol, crime prevention programs, and innovative methods
- Provide service orientated functions that are responsive to the needs and concerns of the Village
- Provide safe traffic movement in and through the Village
- Provide a thorough investigation and follow through on all reported incidents
This mission is performed with dedication and professionalism while being fair and impartial, safeguarding the rights of all.
The photo to the left is the first Chief: Chester Miller circa 1927–1936 outside original Chief's house behind Village Hall.

The history of the Chenequa Police Department is directly tied to the establishment of the Village of Chenequa.
The Village of Chenequa is located in the “lake country” portion of Waukesha County, about 30 miles west of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It completely surrounds the 703 acre Pine Lake, and includes portions of Beaver Lake and North Lake
To view an excerpt from former local resident, historian and writer, William F. Stark, please go to the Village of Chenequa Police History page. He has written 3 books.
The photograph to the left was taken by resident and professional photographer, Ralph Curtis.
This website made possible through a grant from the Chenequa Foundation.
Your charitable donation helps make Chenequa a better place.
The mission of the Foundation is to benefit the Village of Chenequa through grants which will enhance the quality of life and services in our community.
READ MORE 
On behalf of the staff of the Chenequa Police Department, it is my pleasure to introduce our first annual report. The impetus for this report is a desire to communicate with our community stakeholders the actions taken by our department to preserve and improve the quality of life in our very special community.
As we move forward into 2022, our staff is focused on continuing to find new and innovative ways to provide the best possible service to our residents and the other members of the public passing through the village on a daily basis.
Chenequa PD 2021 Annual Report

The Chenequa Police Department is dedicated to safeguarding the lives, rights, and property of all individuals that reside or are within the Village, while striving to maintain the unique quality of life that the Village so highly regards. Our mission is accomplished through a partnership with the community that is built upon trust and mutual support. We are committed to being pro-active in our approach to our duties.
Our mission is supported by the following actions:
- Deter crime through highly visible patrol, crime prevention programs, and innovative methods
- Provide service orientated functions that are responsive to the needs and concerns of the Village
- Provide safe traffic movement in and through the Village
- Provide a thorough investigation and follow through on all reported incidents
This mission is performed with dedication and professionalism while being fair and impartial, safeguarding the rights of all.
The photo to the left is the first Chief: Chester Miller circa 1927–1936 outside original Chief's house behind Village Hall.

The history of the Chenequa Police Department is directly tied to the establishment of the Village of Chenequa.
The Village of Chenequa is located in the “lake country” portion of Waukesha County, about 30 miles west of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It completely surrounds the 703 acre Pine Lake, and includes portions of Beaver Lake and North Lake
To view an excerpt from former local resident, historian and writer, William F. Stark, please go to the Village of Chenequa Police History page. He has written 3 books.
The photograph to the left was taken by resident and professional photographer, Ralph Curtis.
This website made possible through a grant from the Chenequa Foundation.
Your charitable donation helps make Chenequa a better place.
The mission of the Foundation is to benefit the Village of Chenequa through grants which will enhance the quality of life and services in our community.
READ MORE 