Article: Waukesha site suggested for bell tower But moving bells out of Pewaukee gets mixed reaction from supporters

If a drive to raise about $150,000 for a bell tower in the village of Pewaukee falls on deaf ears, Dick Richards, a hotel owner and an advocate of a proposed casino nearby, would like to see the bells moved near I-94 as a tourist attraction.

"I don't want to take (the bell tower) away from Pewaukee, but if (bell tower supporters) can't put it together, I would donate land and participate to get it here," said Richards, owner of the Country Inn Hotel & Conference Center in Waukesha.

Also, Lac du Flambeau Chippewa spokesman Richard Matty said the tribe, which is looking to place a casino next to the conference center, could help pay for a bell tower if the Pewaukee group fails to raise ...

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