Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services: Caution advised even after flood waters recede

Contact: Jennifer Miller/Elizabeth Goodsitt (608) 266-1683 State health officials are urging Wisconsin residents who live in flooded areas to be cautious even after the water begins to recede. “Residents should avoid entering flood waters because they may contain raw sewage if septic tanks have gotten overwhelmed by high rain levels,” said Karen McKeown, State Health Officer. “Once cleanup begins, residents need to be aware of risks such as mold, contaminated food and water, not to mention the stress that can come during a major event, such as flooding.” Before entering a home or business that’s been flooded, make sure the

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Milwaukee Alderman Murphy: FPC Directive on MPD pursuit policy appropriate, necessary

Contact: (414) 286-3763) Alderman Michael J. Murphy said he is grateful for the directive issued last night (attached) to Police Chief Edward Flynn by the Fire and Police Commission related to the Milwaukee Police Department’s vehicle pursuit policy. Alderman Murphy, chair of the Judiciary and Legislation Committee, said the unusual step of issuing a directive to the Chief is meaningful for his constituents and other city residents. “I want to publicly thank the members of the Fire and Police Commission for listening to the citizens of Milwaukee on this important matter,” he said. “The overwhelming amount of input provided to

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Democratic Party of Wisconsin: D.C. Leah does Koch brothers bidding, again

Contact: Brandon Weathersby brandonw@wisdems.org 608-260-2409 MADISON – In case you missed it, yesterday, the Wisconsin State Journal released a story detailing how Leah Vukmir is continuing the budget stalemate in Madison just so she can fight for a favorite pet project of her Koch brothers buddies – lowering wages for Wisconsin workers. D.C. Leah is already auditioning her Washington credentials… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me     Forgot Password

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FRI REPORT: Records show few drug felons seeking public benefits failed drug tests

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Access the mobile version of the REPORT: https://www.wispolitics.com/2017/fri-report-records-show-few-drug-felons-seeking-public-benefits-failed-drug-tests/ TABLE OF CONTENTS Quotes of the week Political stock report Records show few drug felons seeking public benefits failed drug tests Critics complain of insufficient outreach in DNR’s Kewaunee Co. bott… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Critics complain of insufficient outreach in DNR’s Kewaunee Co. bottled water program

Nearly three months after the Department of Natural Resources unveiled a bottled water program to help Kewaunee County families cope with contaminated wells, no one has signed up. But that’s no surprise to critics, who cite the program’s constraints and DNR’s limited outreach. Still, DNR spokesman Jim Dick says the agency discussed the plan at public meetings, and worked with the county to ensure … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Rep. Kooyenga: Statement on Capitol sign incident

State Rep. Dale Kooyenga released the following statement: “Earlier this year in May, I removed what I believed to be an inappropriate and unattended sign from a vestibule near one of the entrances to the Capitol. The sign contained profanity which was easily read by anyone in the vicinity and in fact, a school group was gathering where the sign was located. It was my assumption that unattended signs that contained profanity would not be allowed to be posted in the Capitol so I removed the sign. In my view, the sign was inappropriate in several ways and I felt it

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First Lady Tonette Walker: Encourages House of Representatives to pass House Resolution 443

Contact: Tom Evenson, (608) 266-2839     MADISON – First Lady Tonette Walker encouraged members of the United States House of Representatives to pass House Resolution 443 (H. RES. 443) today. H. RES. 443 works to raise awareness about trauma-informed care at a national level by integrating trauma-informed care principles into existing federal programs and agencies. “In May, I had the opportunity to meet with lawmakers and federal agency leaders to discuss how crucial trauma-informed care is when it comes to addressing the effect trauma has on the lives of our children and families,” First Lady Tonette Walker said. “The U.S. House of Representatives

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Wisconsin Dept. of Military Affairs: Red Arrow to commemorate centennial

Contact: Wisconsin National Guard Public Affairs Office Cell: 608-242-3048 CAMP DOUGLAS, Wis. — The 32nd “Red Arrow” Infantry Brigade Combat Team will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Red Arrow’s formation during a ceremony July 18 in Camp Douglas, Wisconsin. The iconic 32nd Division formed from National Guard Soldiers from Wisconsin and Michigan July 18, 1917, and the division’s lineage carries on in the form of today’s 32nd Infantry Brigade Combat team, headquartered at Camp Williams in Camp Douglas. The centennial commemoration will occur at the 32nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team headquarters, 1 Williams Street, Camp Douglas. Doors open at

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U.S. Rep. Grothman: Supports stronger military

Contact: Bernadette Green, (202) 225-2476 (Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) today took a step towards a stronger military by voting in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for FY 2018 (H.R. 2810). “Both sides of the aisle agree that supporting our men and women in uniform is vitally important,” said Grothman. “Our troops put their lives at risk every single day. They deserve to have operating and functional equipment, strong allies and financial security for their families. “Last week, I spoke with a young woman in my district who served in the Air Force. She told me that

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Records show few drug felons seeking public benefits failed drug tests

The vast majority of Wisconsinites who’ve committed drug felonies pass the required drug test when they apply for public benefits, with only 8 percent of them testing positive, records obtained by WisPolitics.com show. Critics say that’s further proof that drug testing requirements are ineffective and a waste of money — even among a high-risk pool of people with a history of drug problems. They al… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Mauston charter school pushing students past fear of failure

Mauston’s iLEAD charter school is working to move students past fear of failure so they can succeed in the economy of tomorrow. So says Terry Whipple, executive director of the Juneau County Economic Development Corporation and co-founder of iLEAD. He said the school was started in 2012 to help kids prepare for what they’re going to face in the future, by “sending them on a journey” to explore what they’re most interested in and where they perform best. It focuses on entrepreneurship and leadership, offering kids in grades 7 – 12 the opportunity for more self-directed learning. He says the

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Reps. Kuglitsch, Neylon: Appointed to Autonomous Vehicle Steering Committee

Rep. Mike Kuglitsch (608) 267-5158 Rep. Adam Neylon (608) 266-5120 Madison — Today State Representatives Mike Kuglitsch (R-New Berlin) and Adam Neylon (R-Pewaukee) issued the following statement in response to being appointed to serve on Governor Walker’s Autonomous Vehicle Steering Committee: Rep. Kuglitsch: “I am grateful to be selected to represent the Assembly, alongside my colleague Representative Adam Neylon, on Governor Walker’s Steering Committee on Autonomous and Connected Vehicle Testing and Deployment. I am looking forward to the opportunity to serve on this committee, as I believe it is a great first step towards unprecedented economic development that this state has never seen

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Greater Milwaukee Foundation: Violence Prevention Fund established to enhance funding from Google to prevent gun violence

MILWAUKEE – The Greater Milwaukee Foundation (GMF) has created a Violence Prevention Fund in an effort to augment funding the City of Milwaukee is receiving from Google to support local crime reduction efforts coordinated by the City of Milwaukee Health Department Office of Violence Prevention. The foundation has already committed $25,000 toward matching funds that Milwaukee is receiving from Google as part of the company’s effort to funnel $2 million in support of grass-roots efforts aimed at lowering gun violence in 10 cities nationwide. The Violence Prevention Fund is open to philanthropic support from throughout the community, including corporations, groups, or individuals.

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FRI REPORT: Records show few drug felons seeking public benefits failed drug tests

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Access the mobile version of the REPORT: https://www.wispolitics.com/2017/fri-report-records-show-few-drug-felons-seeking-public-benefits-failed-drug-tests/ TABLE OF CONTENTS Quotes of the week Political stock report Records show few drug felons seeking public benefits failed drug tests Critics complain of insufficient outreach in DNR’s Kewaunee Co. bott… Please log in to access subscriber content.

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Rep. Kooyenga: Statement on Capitol sign incident

State Rep. Dale Kooyenga released the following statement: “Earlier this year in May, I removed what I believed to be an inappropriate and unattended sign from a vestibule near one of the entrances to the Capitol. The sign contained profanity which was easily read by anyone in the vicinity and in

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Wisconsin Dept. of Military Affairs: Red Arrow to commemorate centennial

Contact: Wisconsin National Guard Public Affairs Office Cell: 608-242-3048 CAMP DOUGLAS, Wis. — The 32nd “Red Arrow” Infantry Brigade Combat Team will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Red Arrow’s formation during a ceremony July 18 in Camp Douglas, Wisconsin. The iconic 32nd Division formed from National Guard Soldiers from

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U.S. Rep. Grothman: Supports stronger military

Contact: Bernadette Green, (202) 225-2476 (Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) today took a step towards a stronger military by voting in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for FY 2018 (H.R. 2810). “Both sides of the aisle agree that supporting our men and women in uniform is

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Records show few drug felons seeking public benefits failed drug tests

The vast majority of Wisconsinites who’ve committed drug felonies pass the required drug test when they apply for public benefits, with only 8 percent of them testing positive, records obtained by WisPolitics.com show. Critics say that’s further proof that drug testing requirements are ineffective and a waste of money — even among

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Mauston charter school pushing students past fear of failure

Mauston’s iLEAD charter school is working to move students past fear of failure so they can succeed in the economy of tomorrow. So says Terry Whipple, executive director of the Juneau County Economic Development Corporation and co-founder of iLEAD. He said the school was started in 2012 to help kids

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Reps. Kuglitsch, Neylon: Appointed to Autonomous Vehicle Steering Committee

Rep. Mike Kuglitsch (608) 267-5158 Rep. Adam Neylon (608) 266-5120 Madison — Today State Representatives Mike Kuglitsch (R-New Berlin) and Adam Neylon (R-Pewaukee) issued the following statement in response to being appointed to serve on Governor Walker’s Autonomous Vehicle Steering Committee: Rep. Kuglitsch: “I am grateful to be selected to represent the Assembly,

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Greater Milwaukee Foundation: Violence Prevention Fund established to enhance funding from Google to prevent gun violence

MILWAUKEE – The Greater Milwaukee Foundation (GMF) has created a Violence Prevention Fund in an effort to augment funding the City of Milwaukee is receiving from Google to support local crime reduction efforts coordinated by the City of Milwaukee Health Department Office of Violence Prevention. The foundation has already committed $25,000 toward

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