Conservatively Speaking
State Senator Mary Lazich (R-New Berlin) represents parts of four counties: Milwaukee, Waukesha, Racine, and Walworth. Her Senate District 28 includes New Berlin, Franklin, Greendale, Hales Corners, Muskego, Waterford, Big Bend, the town of Vernon and parts of Greenfield, East Troy, and Mukwonago. Senator Lazich has been in the Legislature for more than a decade. She considers herself a tireless crusader for lower taxes, reduced spending and smaller government.
Daylight Savings Ends November 4, 2012, at 2 AM
Wisconsin Emergency Government is reminding people Daylight Savings Time ends November 4, 2012, at 2:00 AM and that items should be checked around our homes including batteries for smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. Click here for more information from the Wisconsin Emergency Government
Fall Maintenance Will Help You Warm Up to Winter
For most people their home is the most important purchase. Protect your investment by performing proper maintenance before problems get out of hand. With the snowy season looming, check out autumn upkeep tips.
Senate Republicans Choose Leadership and Welcomes New Members
Today the Senate Republican Caucus convened to elect leaders for the upcoming legislative session. The leadership, all selected via unanimous approval, is:
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Warn of Online Escrow Scams
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is warning consumers about recent postings on Craigslist for a boat for sale in Wisconsin. When an inquiry is made about the boat, the seller asks that the money to buy the boat be put into an escrow account. Soon after the buyer deposits the money into the account the payment is moved to an account out of state, the seller does not return phone calls or emails and a boat is not delivered. Here is DATCP’s warning about the internet hoax: 11.09.12_CA.CraigslistEscrowScams.pdf
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Call Center Extends Hours of Operation
The gun deer hunting season begins Saturday, November 17, 2012. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Call Center expanded hours of operation. Answers to a variety of questions including clarifying hunting regulations, restrictions on firewood transportation, and other questions are available at the DNR’s Call Center:
School Children from Around Wisconsin are Invited to make Ornaments to Decorate the Capitol Christmas Tree
The theme of the 2012 Wisconsin State Capitol Christmas tree is In Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Department of Administration and Governor Walker are asking children to submit ornaments for the Capitol Christmas Tree. The ornaments should represent goods and products made in Wisconsin. Some examples are:
Toys for Tots Donations Accepted Now through December 14, 2012
Once again Dave Ament and Ament Industrial Truck along with The United States Marine Corps joins Toys for Tots Program. A new unwrapped toy may be dropped off until December 14, 2012, at Ament Industrial Truck, 2140 South Calhoun Road, New Berlin, Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. If you are unable to drop off your donation, you may call 262-785-9890 for pickup.
2012-13 General School Aids Amounts for All School Districts Released
A Wisconsin Legislative Fiscal Bureau memo titled, the 2012-13 General School Aids Amounts for All School Districts is available at this link: http://legis.wisconsin.gov/lfb/publications/Miscellaneous/Documents/2012_11_09wileg_school%20aids.pdf
Public Comments Needed for Department of Natural Resources on Environmental Rules Hindering Job Creation and Business Growth
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment about changes to DNR rules. To review a draft report click here: http://dnr.wi.gov/files/PDF/pubs/am/AM501.pdf
Governor Walker Leave Insurance Exchanges to Feds
Governor Walker’s decision to defer to the federal government’s insurance exchange takes the burden off of Wisconsin taxpayers who would otherwise pay for a system that they cannot control. In the past, many Americans including myself have voiced the opinion that the healthcare law is unconstitutional because it forces Americans to buy a product or service. However, the US Supreme Court upheld the law. Moving forward, I will continue to do all I can to protect the taxpayers of Wisconsin and be a voice for the hardworking individuals of the 28th district.
Column from Department of Natural Resources Secretary Cathy Stepp: New Office Strengthens DNR's Role with Business
Wisconsin is taking bold actions in order to out-compete states across the country in the pursuit of economic development, job creation and attraction of new businesses. These efforts will not sacrifice environmental protection, but by working together up-front we should see better environmental outcomes.
Legislators Elect Leaders, Prepare for Session
Elections are completed and the 2013-14 Wisconsin Legislature is beginning to come to order. Last Thursday, the Senate Republican Caucus convened and welcomed three new members: Senators-elect Rick Gudex (Fond du Lac) and Tom Tiffany (Hazelhurst) as well as presumptive Senator-elect Paul Farrow (Pewaukee).
Update From the Desk of Governor Scott Walker
Wisconsin Department of Transportation Plans For Changes on Marquette InterchangeThe Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) will reopen westbound lane of traffic: http://www.dmv-department-of-motor vehicles.com/frame_bottom_wi.php?linkname=/opencms/export/nr/modules/news/news_3714.html_786229440.html
Happy ThanksgivingI wish everyone a very happy and safe Thanksgiving. I hope you enjoy and cherish time with loved ones. Thank you to those giving your time to provide food and extra holiday cheer to others. Ways to Protect Yourself While Holiday Shopping OnlineCyber Monday, the busiest online shopping day of the year, is Monday November 26, 2012. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) provides ideas and suggestions to protect against cyber criminals bent on ruining not only credit ratings but also holiday shopping. Here is a link to DATCP’s ideas: http://datcp.wi.gov/news/?Id=706 Deer Hunt Benefits Every WisconsiniteIt is the time of year thousands of hunters adorn blaze orange and stake out their slice of Wisconsin’s forests, hoping to bag a trophy buck. 2012 Wisconsin state Capitol Ornament Now AvailableThe 2012 edition of the Wisconsin State Capitol Ornament is available. This year’s ornament is a replica of the Liberty Mosaic, one of four glass tile mosaics, that appears at the Madison State Capitol Rotunda.
Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection Opens 2013 Landscape Pesticide RegistryThe Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) opened the Landscape Pesticide Registry for the 2013 growing season. Here is a link to DATCP information about sign up: http://datcp.wi.gov/news/?Id=692 Quarterly Deadline for Do Not Call List November 30, 2012The upcoming quarterly registration deadline for Wisconsin’s Do Not Call is November 30, 2012. Wisconsin residents registering telephone numbers by November 30th will be on the Do Not Call List on January 1, 2013.
Holiday Tour Dates and Times Announced for Wisconsin Executive ResidenceThe Wisconsin Department of Administration announced the dates and times the Wisconsin Executive Residence will be open for tours during the 2012 holiday season. The Executive residence tour, located at 99 Cambridge Road, Madison, Wisconsin, will include main rooms on the first floor of the residence decorated for the holiday season. All tour guests are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item that will be donated to Second Harvest Foodbank.
Waste, Fraud and Abuse Elimination Task Force Releases Quarterly ReportThe Wisconsin Waste, Fraud and Abuse Task Force released the third quarter, July 2012-September 2012, report. Click here for the report.
Congratulations Country Meadows Elementary School, National Blue Ribbon Schools Program NominationCongratulations Muskego-Norway School District County Meadow Elementary School as one of five Wisconsin schools nominated for the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI). The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes schools with students that perform at a very high level or with significant academic achievement improvement.
Government Accountability Board Certifies November 6, 2012, Election ResultsThe Wisconsin Government Accountability Board (GAB) officially certified the November 6, 2012, General Election results. The certified results may be found at this link: http://gab.wi.gov/elections-voting/results Statistics about the election may be found at this link: http://gab.wi.gov/elections-voting/statistics Wisconsin Department of Transportation Schedules Open House to Discuss I-94 East-West Corridor OptionsThe Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) scheduled two Open Houses to discuss options for the I-94 East-West Corridor. The open houses are scheduled:
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