Dem guv candidates at Milwaukee forum say they’ll work to boost local governments’ revenues

Dem gubernatorial candidates during a Milwaukee forum today said they would help local communities improve their budget pictures through increased shared revenue and local flexibility to raise revenues.   The candidates at the forum, hosted by Milwaukee County Exec Chris Abele, appeared in groups of four and answered a series of questions on issues related to the county, all of which were provided… 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

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FRI PM Update: Merit compensation tops $11.6 million in FY 2018; Evers unveils second TV ad

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … SUBSCRIBERS: You are getting this PM Update instead of the usual Friday REPORT, which will return next week. Thanks for subscribing. — The state paid out more than $11.6 million in merit compensation over the last fiscal year, a 5.4 percent increase over the previous 12 months, according to a WisPolitics.com check of state records… 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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WMC Policy Day

WHEN: Monday, Aug. 6, 2018 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. WHERE: Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center 1 John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 53703 WHAT: WMC Policy Day MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce will be hosting its second annual Policy Day event on Monday, Aug. 6. The event will be attended by hundreds of Wisconsin business professionals. Policy Day will feature a keynote address from Wisconsin Department of Revenue Chief Economist John Koskinen, a forum with U.S. Senate Candidates Kevin Nicholson and Leah Vukmir, and a legislative leadership panel moderated by WisPolitics.com Editor JR Ross. Credentialed media are invited to attend.

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Republicans Spiros, Jacobson differ on road funding, levy limits

GOP state Rep. John Spiros sees the more than 8 percent increase in municipal road aids in this budget as a positive, saying local government officials have commended him for the boost. Mosinee Mayor Brent Jacobson, his primary challenger, says it’s a drop in the bucket that barely covers the cost of a sealing project in his community of 4,000. At the heart of Jacobson’s challenge of Spiros, R-Marshfield, is his contention the state Legislature has placed too many restrictions on local government, partly by failing to adequately fund road work and shared revenue, among other things. Part of his

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Zepnick says he’s moved past allegations; challenger Cabrera disagrees

Rep. Josh Zepnick says he’s put behind him allegations that he kissed two women without their consent at Dem functions. He says his constituents have, too. Primary challenger Marisabel Cabrera begs to differ and says voters in Milwaukee’s 9th AD are still taken aback by the reports. And it’s one reason why she decided to seek a rematch with Zepnick after losing to him by 149 votes in the 2016 Dem primary. “It’s not just that Josh has failed to be a voice of the people, but I feel he’s failed to live up to our progressive values,” said Cabrera,

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Milwaukee Area Labor Council: Announces Milwaukee District 5 endorsement

Contact: Pam Fendt, 414-659-3803 The Committee on Political Education has conducted interviews for the Special Election in the City of Milwaukee District 5 and forwarded a recommendation to the full delegate assembly of the Milwaukee Area Labor Council. Delegates from local unions in the building trades, the industrial, public, and service sectors voted in favor of endorsing Matthew Elder for Milwaukee Common Council District 5. “Matthew Elder is dedicated to tackling important issues facing Milwaukee’s Fifth District. He will work to support local businesses and public schools, to improve roads and to increase public safety,” said Pam Fendt, President of

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Wisconsin Working Families Party: Endorses U.S. Rep. Moore for re-election

CONTACT: Rebecca Lynch, 262-676-2587 Party recognizes Moore for her record of investing in communities that need it most MILWAUKEE — This morning the Wisconsin Working Families Party announced their support for the reelection of Congresswoman Gwen Moore, U.S Representative for the 4th Congressional District of Wisconsin. Moore has been in Congress since 2005, and represents the greater Milwaukee area. She is the first woman to represent the district and the first African-American elected to Congress from Wisconsin. “We are proud to announce our endorsement of Congresswoman Gwen Moore for reelection. Over the last 12 years, the Congresswoman has shown her

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Gov. Walker: Appoints Buffalo County District Attorney

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839 MADISON – Governor Scott Walker today appointed Thomas Bilski to the position of Buffalo County District Attorney. Bilski will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Buffalo County District Attorney Thomas Clark who was recently elected as judge. “I am pleased to appoint Thomas Bilski to be the next District Attorney in Buffalo County,” said Governor Walker. “Bilski is a distinguished attorney and individual whose legal experience, professionalism, and commitment to justice give me confidence that he will serve the citizens of Buffalo County well.” For the past 29 years, Thomas Bilski has been

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WisPolitics Midday – Aug. 3, 2018

In today’s WisPolitics Midday Update: WisDems begin a “Fix Our Roads” campaign, Tony Evers is out with his second TV ad, Kelda Roys announces a fundraising milestone and billionaire Diane Hendricks gets behind an effort knocking GOP U.S. Senate candidate Kevin Nicholson.  … 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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Roys campaign: Kelda Roys endorsed by Diane Ravitch, president of the Network for Public Education

Contact: Brian Evans, 630-217-7561 brian@keldaforgovernor.com Endorsement comes as report ranks WI charter schools last in the nation for accountability, oversight, and transparency MADISON, WI — Kelda Roys has secured the endorsement of Diane Ravitch, President of the Network for Public Education, former Assistant Secretary of Education, and an influential advocate for public schools and teachers. Ravitch’s endorsement comes on the heels of a scathing report that ranks Wisconsin’s charter schools as the least transparent and accountable in the entire nation. Kelda “really gets it,” wrote Ravitch on her education blog. “She speaks to the hearts and minds of all who

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Gov. Walker: Wisconsin receives national award for economic development

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839   Wisconsin one of just five states to earn Gold Shovel Award from Area Development magazine   MADISON – Governor Scott Walker today announced that Area Development, a leading national publication covering site selection and facility planning, has recognized the State of Wisconsin for excellence in economic development with its 2018 “Gold Shovel Award.” Wisconsin is one of just five states to receive the prestigious award for having achieved significant success in terms of job creation and economic impact for projects undertaken in 2017. The award comes as 2017 was a record year for economic development

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WMC Policy Day

WHEN: Monday, Aug. 6, 2018 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. WHERE: Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center 1 John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 53703 WHAT: WMC Policy Day MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce will be hosting its second annual Policy Day event on Monday, Aug. 6. The event will be attended

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Milwaukee Area Labor Council: Announces Milwaukee District 5 endorsement

Contact: Pam Fendt, 414-659-3803 The Committee on Political Education has conducted interviews for the Special Election in the City of Milwaukee District 5 and forwarded a recommendation to the full delegate assembly of the Milwaukee Area Labor Council. Delegates from local unions in the building trades, the industrial, public, and

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Wisconsin Working Families Party: Endorses U.S. Rep. Moore for re-election

CONTACT: Rebecca Lynch, 262-676-2587 Party recognizes Moore for her record of investing in communities that need it most MILWAUKEE — This morning the Wisconsin Working Families Party announced their support for the reelection of Congresswoman Gwen Moore, U.S Representative for the 4th Congressional District of Wisconsin. Moore has been in

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Gov. Walker: Appoints Buffalo County District Attorney

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839 MADISON – Governor Scott Walker today appointed Thomas Bilski to the position of Buffalo County District Attorney. Bilski will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Buffalo County District Attorney Thomas Clark who was recently elected as judge. “I am pleased to appoint Thomas

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WisPolitics Midday – Aug. 3, 2018

In today’s WisPolitics Midday Update: WisDems begin a “Fix Our Roads” campaign, Tony Evers is out with his second TV ad, Kelda Roys announces a fundraising milestone and billionaire Diane Hendricks gets behind an effort knocking GOP U.S. Senate candidate Kevin Nicholson.  … Please log in to access subscriber content.

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Roys campaign: Kelda Roys endorsed by Diane Ravitch, president of the Network for Public Education

Contact: Brian Evans, 630-217-7561 brian@keldaforgovernor.com Endorsement comes as report ranks WI charter schools last in the nation for accountability, oversight, and transparency MADISON, WI — Kelda Roys has secured the endorsement of Diane Ravitch, President of the Network for Public Education, former Assistant Secretary of Education, and an influential advocate

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Gov. Walker: Wisconsin receives national award for economic development

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839   Wisconsin one of just five states to earn Gold Shovel Award from Area Development magazine   MADISON – Governor Scott Walker today announced that Area Development, a leading national publication covering site selection and facility planning, has recognized the State of Wisconsin for excellence in

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