Dane County Parks: Prescribed burn at Prairie Moraine County Park planned for Monday April 3

A prescribed burn is planned for Monday April 3, 2017 at Prairie Moraine County Park. Prairie Moraine is a popular destination for both hikers on the National Ice Age Scenic Trail and for dog walkers using the expansive dog park area located on CTH PB south of the City of Verona.  The park will be closed for public use on the day of the burn. Patrons should plan to an use alternative site on that day. Sections of the property are burned annually to help maintain the native plant community and the oak savannah.  The burn schedule is weather-dependent and

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Sen. Hansen: Statement on the passing of Ashwaubenon Village President Mike Aubinger

“The passing of Mike Aubinger will leave a void not only in the lives of his family and all who knew him, but in every resident of Ashwaubenon and the Green Bay area whether or not they ever had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know him. “That’s because we have all benefitted from the leadership he provided, not only as the President of the Village of Ashwaubenon, but as person who used his considerable talents and knowledge to improve the quality of life for all who live here.  Whether your child attended a public school in Ashwaubenon, you

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School district officials: Open enrollment breeds competition

In the nearly two decades since open enrollment began, districts with higher student populations like Milwaukee, Madison and Green Bay are among the those that have lost the most dollars as students transfer to other schools, an analysis from WisPolitics.com shows. The other districts most negatively impacted by open enrollment dollar-wise tend to be those that are in close proximity to many other… 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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Source: Dem Bakken opts against guv bid

Dem Mark Bakken, a Madison businessman who co-founded Nordic Consulting and then left to launch the venture capital firm HealthX Ventures, has decided against a bid for guv, according to a source with knowledge of his decision. Bakken’s name surfaced earlier this year as a potential candidate. But he joins former state Sen. Tim Carpenter, of Janesville, and U.S. Rep. Ron Kind, of La Crosse, on the… 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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Lobbying efforts jump $5 million in 2015-16 session, hitting $62.7 million

Outside groups spent $62.7 million trying to influence the state Capitol in the 2015-16 session, $5 million more than they dropped on those efforts in the previous two-year period, according to a WisPolitics.com check of lobbying reports. The increase was driven in part by the first six months of the previous session, when the state budget dragged into early July. Also a driver was the last six mo… 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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FRI REPORT: Lobbying efforts jump $5 million in 2015-16 session, hitting $62.7 million

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers TABLE OF CONTENTS Quotes of the week Political stock report Lobbying efforts jump $5 million in 2015-16 session, hitting $62.7 million Lobbying efforts in second half of 2016 up from same period two years earlier Source: Dem Bakken opts against guv bid School district officials: Open enrollment breeds competition Week ahead Political TV Names in the ne… 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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U.S. Rep. Pocan: Trump’s Trade Executive Orders: Mostly Talk, Little Action

Contact: David Kolovson (Pocan) 202-225-2906 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after President Trump signed two trade Executive Orders, one which establishes a study on trade deficits and one which reviews current enforcement mechanisms. “During his campaign, Donald Trump talked about the disastrous impact of our trade agreements on American workers and promised immediate action to level the playing field. Today’s toothless Executive Orders are yet another example of President Trump being mostly talk and little action. Despite his rhetoric calling NAFTA the ‘worst trade deal ever’ and labeling our China trade policy a

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Department of Safety and Professional Services: Fight Against Prescription Drugs Takes Another Step Forward April 1

For Immediate Release Contact: Alicia Bork Madison, WI – Beginning Saturday, April 1, all practitioners who prescribe controlled substances will be required to use the Wisconsin enhanced Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (WI ePDMP). This latest requirement comes from 2015 Act 266, which is a piece of the Heroin, Opioid, Prevention and Education (HOPE) Agenda. “This new requirement is imperative in ensuring that we continue to prevent opioid abuse,” said Governor Walker. “We have made great strides thus far, and the implementation of this legislation will continue to help us fight the misuse, abuse, and diversion of controlled prescription drugs.” While

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Spring election

Voting information: http://elections.wi.gov/voters Election information: http://elections.wi.gov/elections-voting/2017/spring

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A reception with state Rep. Dale Kooyenga

The Wisconsin Institute of CPAs and Ted Matkom of Gorman & Company invite you to attend a reception with State Rep. Dale Kooyenga Historic Brewhouse Inn & Suites 1211 N. 10th Street April 10, 2017 5 to 7 p.m. Hosts: $500 Guests: $250 RSVP appreciated by April 9th DaleKooyenga.com  

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Rep. Zamarripa and Sen. Larson: To introduce legislation honoring Cesar E. Chavez

CONTACT: Rep. Zamarripa (608) 267-7669 Sen. Larson (608) 266-7505 Milwaukee – Representative JoCasta Zamarripa (D-Milwaukee) and Senator Chris Larson (D- Milwaukee) will introduce legislation to create an optional holiday for state employees in honor of the birthday of Cesar E. Chavez. Rep. Zamarripa and Sen. Larson issued the following statements about the importance of observing and remembering the work of Cesar E. Chavez: “Cesar Chavez was an organizer at heart; he believed in the power and strength of the laborer and understood their worth. He founded the first farm laborer union in the country, giving a voice and an identity

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One Wisconsin Now: Despicable Duey: Legislator Exploiting Loopholes to Cut His Own Taxes Wants To Hike Property Taxes on People Voting to Support Their Public Schools

MEDIA CONTACT Mike Browne, Deputy Director [email protected] (608) 444-3483 MADISON, Wis. — As part of a series of proposals to restrict local decision making about public schools Republican State Sen. Duey Stroebel is pushing a property tax increase on communities that approve referenda to support their local public schools. One Wisconsin Now Executive Director Scot Ross blasted the scheme for punishing communities willing to step up and support their local public schools after legislators like Stroebel have cut state support for public education by record amounts. “The same gang that cut our state public schools by record amounts now wants

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School district officials: Open enrollment breeds competition

In the nearly two decades since open enrollment began, districts with higher student populations like Milwaukee, Madison and Green Bay are among the those that have lost the most dollars as students transfer to other schools, an analysis from WisPolitics.com shows. The other districts most negatively impacted by open enrollment

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Source: Dem Bakken opts against guv bid

Dem Mark Bakken, a Madison businessman who co-founded Nordic Consulting and then left to launch the venture capital firm HealthX Ventures, has decided against a bid for guv, according to a source with knowledge of his decision. Bakken’s name surfaced earlier this year as a potential candidate. But he joins

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U.S. Rep. Pocan: Trump’s Trade Executive Orders: Mostly Talk, Little Action

Contact: David Kolovson (Pocan) 202-225-2906 Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after President Trump signed two trade Executive Orders, one which establishes a study on trade deficits and one which reviews current enforcement mechanisms. “During his campaign, Donald Trump talked about the disastrous impact

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Spring election

Voting information: http://elections.wi.gov/voters Election information: http://elections.wi.gov/elections-voting/2017/spring

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A reception with state Rep. Dale Kooyenga

The Wisconsin Institute of CPAs and Ted Matkom of Gorman & Company invite you to attend a reception with State Rep. Dale Kooyenga Historic Brewhouse Inn & Suites 1211 N. 10th Street April 10, 2017 5 to 7 p.m. Hosts: $500 Guests: $250 RSVP appreciated by April 9th DaleKooyenga.com  

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One Wisconsin Now: Despicable Duey: Legislator Exploiting Loopholes to Cut His Own Taxes Wants To Hike Property Taxes on People Voting to Support Their Public Schools

MEDIA CONTACT Mike Browne, Deputy Director [email protected] (608) 444-3483 MADISON, Wis. — As part of a series of proposals to restrict local decision making about public schools Republican State Sen. Duey Stroebel is pushing a property tax increase on communities that approve referenda to support their local public schools. One

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