As we enjoy the last remnants of this year's summer temperatures and sun, October, and Oktoberfest in Wisconsin, a tradition for many years, is fast approaching. We want all of our tenants and the surrounding community to experience an enjoyable Oktoberfest. Since this could be some of our tenants' first experience with the event, here's some advice to help you enjoy the experience to it's fullest.

1. Limit the size of social gatherings and drug/alcohol consumption. You are responsible for yourself, your roommates, the behavior and actions of your guests, and any damage caused to your rental unit. Tenants are jointly and severally liable.
2. Be respectful of your neighbors and the surrounding community. Refer to the section of your lease about lawful use of premises and noise. Please keep your unit and property clean - it can get expensive for tenants if we end up having to clean up after them.
3. Let guests know not to park in assigned parking spaces or handicapped spaces to avoid being towed.
4. Obey local laws and regulations. La Crosse Police have provided some Oktoberfest safety tips and communicated the following plans for the campus housing area during Oktoberfest:

• A significant increase in police presence which will include WI State Patrol through the weekend.
• A police command post at 1243 Badger St.
• Coordination of response plans with UW-La Crosse Police.
• Sharing of campus area law enforcement actions with UW-La Crosse Administration for possible academic discipline.

We trust our tenants will plan and act responsibly, and encourage the same behavior in others. Violations of lease terms, local ordinances, laws and regulations could have significant and long-lasting consequences.