Contact: Roger Putnam, 262-899-1316 (Pewaukee, Wis.) – The following is an official statement from Wisconsin Operating Engineers president and business manager Terry McGowan regarding the recent nomination of Craig Thompson as Department of Transportation secretary. “The Wisconsin Operating Engineers fully support the naming of Craig Thompson for secretary of the Wisconsin DOT. Craig’s years of unwavering support for and understanding of the critical role transportation infrastructure plays in Wisconsin’s economy and our communities’ quality of life bode well for our future. “Craig has also demonstrated the ability to be bipartisan in his approach during his career at the Transportation Development Association

Contact: Nick Jarmusz, Director of Public Affairs AAA -The Auto Club Group Office: 608-828-2495, Mobile: 608-556-4744 njjarmusz@aaawisconsin.com Available via Skype   MADISON, Wisc. (December 21, 2018) – AAA commends Governor-Elect Tony Evers’ appointment of Craig Thompson as Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Mr. Thompson has been a longtime leader in the field and his background will serve him well as he advances the department’s goals to enhance the safety, efficiency and accessibility of the state’s transportation system. AAA stands ready to help Secretary-designate Thompson identify strategies for improving traffic safety and solutions for transportation funding challenges. We look

Contact: Dean Haen Director, Port of Green Bay President, WCP 920-492-4953 Noelle Marr Leonard & Finco Public Relations 920-965-7750   (Green Bay, WI) Dean Haen, president of the Wisconsin Commercial Ports Association, issued the following statement on the appointment of Craig Thompson as Secretary of the Department of Transportation: “On behalf of the Wisconsin Commercial Ports Association, I want to express our enthusiastic support for Governor-elect Evers’s choice of Craig Thompson to serve as the Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation,” stated Dean Haen, Port of Green Bay Director and WCPA President. “Having served on the Board of Directors

Contact: Aaron White, Phone: 202-225-5506 Aaron.White@mail.house.gov Brad Pfaff currently serves as Deputy Chief of Staff for Rep. Ron Kind in his La Crosse office La Crosse –Today, Governor-Elect Tony Evers announced the appointment of Rep. Ron Kind’s Deputy Chief of Staff, Brad Pfaff, as the Secretary for the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP). “Brad Pfaff has dedicated his life to ensuring Wisconsin’s farmers, workers and families have the resources and tools they need to succeed. Brad’s service as a senior advisor on my staff has been exceptional, and I know that the Department of Agriculture, Trade and

CONTACT: Scott C. Solverson, P.E., AVS., Scottsolverson@WI.RR.Com (Email), 414-559-4700 (Phone) Scott C. Solverson, P.E., AVS, President of the American Public Works Association – Wisconsin Chapter, issued the following statement on the appointment of Craig Thompson as Secretary of the Department of Transportation: “As President of APWA Wisconsin, I commend Governor-elect Evers on his appointment of Craig Thompson as Secretary of the Department of Transportation. Having known Mr. Thompson for many years, I can say unequivocally that he shares the vision that APWA Wisconsin has for connecting our citizenry in a cost-effective and responsible manner”. “I have worked with Mr. Thompson

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839 Follow Santa as he travels through Wisconsin Christmas Eve MADISON – As children across the state wait patiently for Christmas Eve, Governor Scott Walker is directing the Wisconsin National Guard and Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) to be ready to assist Santa Claus as he delivers presents to all the good boys and girls across Wisconsin. “We look forward to this mission every Christmas Eve,” Governor Walker said. “The last few days everyone has been busy gathering extra reindeer feed, baking Christmas cookies and preparing hot cocoa to make sure Santa has everything he needs while

Contact: Lea Kitz, 608-267-0214, ext. 2643 Madison, WI – Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW) has named Lea Kitz as the disability advocacy organization’s new Executive Director. Kitz has managed DRW’s Family Care and IRIS Ombudsman Program for nearly 8 years. Before joining DRW, she served as Executive Director of Arc-Winnebago County Disability Association. Kitz brings her extensive hands-on and leadership experience in the areas of domestic abuse, employment, benefits, and disability advocacy. “We are pleased to have Ms. Kitz step into this key role,” says Sue Gramling, DRW’s Board President. “She is knowledgeable about disability issues and the work of the

Contact: Scott Fitzgerald (608)-266-5660 [Madison, WI] — Following the announcement of four more cabinet appointments today from Governor-elect Evers, Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald released the following statement: “I have heard serious concerns over the governor-elect appointing a provocative figure to head the Department of Transportation who is a long-time advocate for special interests. Governor-elect Evers would be better served by nominating someone who worked in a less controversial role during previous policy debates. “As always, we will rely on the Senate process for confirmations and I look forward to working with the governor-elect on his appointees.” Senate Majority Leader

CONTACT: Bill McCoshen, (608) 444-7526 (MADISON, WI) – The three leaders of DRIVE (Devote Resources, Invest for a Vibrant Economy) today released this statement regarding the appointment of Craig Thompson as DOT Secretary: “It is with great pleasure that we announce our support of the appointment of Craig Thompson to the Secretary’s office at DOT,” stated Tom Diehl, DRIVE president and owner of Tommy Bartlett Inc. in the Wisconsin Dells. “Tourism generates billions of dollars for Wisconsin – and we cannot grow this industry without good roads. Craig has been the head of the TDA for the past 10 years, he’s

CONTACT: Cynthia Jaggi, cjaggiedp@tds.net, 608-712-1980 Madison – Verona Road Business Coalition Project Manager, Cynthia Jaggi, released the following statement on the Craig Thompson appointment: ‘The Verona Road Business Coalition supports Governor-elect Tony Evers on his appointment of Craig Thompson to be the next Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.’ The role of transportation secretary is critical for the State of Wisconsin to support the state’s revenue stream for our roads, bridges and other transit projects. Craig Thompson, as the executive director of the Wisconsin Transportation Development Association (TDA), has a proven track record of collaborative leadership, working with the

December 21, 2018 Ald. Russell W. Stamper, II (414) 286-2659 Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II invites everyone to learn about the 2019 City of Milwaukee budget, at the Community Brainstorming Conference Breakfast Forum taking place tomorrow (Saturday) at Saint Matthew C.M.E Church on 2944 N. 9 th St. “This budget, first and foremost, belongs to the residents of Milwaukee,” said Ald. Stamper. “Here is a prime opportunity for people to hear from our City leaders about programs and services planned for next year.” Panelists are: Tom Barrett, Mayor, City of Milwaukee Ashanti Hamilton, President, Milwaukee Common Council Milele Coggs, Chair,

Contact: Senator Chris Kapenga (608) 266-9174 Madison, WI — Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald has put the finishing touches on senate committees by announcing the makeup of the standing committees. Senator Chris Kapenga (R – Delafield) will serve as Vice Chairman of the Committee on Government Operations, Technology & Consumer Protection. He has also been reappointed as a member of the Committee on Labor & Regulatory Reform as well as the Joint Legislative Audit Committee. Earlier this week, it was announced that Senator Kapenga would return as Chairman of the Public Benefits, Licensing & State-Federal Relations Committee for the upcoming