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Building Commission Approves $624 million budget, smallest since 2003-2005
Earlier today the State Building Commission approved a $624 million capital budget. Representative Robb Kahl (D-Monona) made the following comments after the vote “While I appreciate the Governor’s desire to have no new borrowing due to our financial situation in Wisconsin, I do have serious concerns that by not making adequate investments in our buildings and infrastructure, we’ll end up having to pay significantly more for projects in the future.”<
TAKING BACK THE POWER OF THE PURSE
U.S. Representative Reid Ribble (WI-08) today announced the introduction of a bill he authored to restore Congress’s ability to set priorities and control federal spending. H.R 2884, the Power of the Purse Act of 2015, removes the “firewall” that exists within sequestration between defense and non-defense discretionary spending, allowing Congress to regain the power of the purse.
Draft Master Plan for state Glacial Lake Grantsburg properties out for Public Review
The public has an opportunity to review and provide comments on a draft master plan for three wildlife area properties in Burnett County at an upcoming open house meeting, or comment by mail, or online. Topics addressed in the master plan include management objectives for recreation and resource protection.
Dam failure causes Paradise Springs pond to drain at southern Kettle Moraine
A dam that formed the trout pond at Paradise Springs in the Southern Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest failed earlier this week and the pond has drained. Water had undermined the water control structure for the dam and is flowing under it and through the outlet.
Natural Resources Board approves expanded lease for Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest property
A proposed amendment to the master plan of the Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest that allows the exclusive use of an additional 225 acres to provide accessible trails and hunting opportunities for veterans at the Camp American Legion property located in Lake Tomahawk, Oneida County was approved by the state Natural Resources Board at the June 24 meeting in La Crosse, Wisconsin
Operation Dry Water: DNR wardens team with locals for on-water safety outreach
That will be among the messages Wis. Department of Natural Resources conservation wardens and local lake patrols will deliver statewide this weekend during the seventh annual national Operation Dry Water campaign.
New Berlin Contractor Agrees to Plead Guilty to Scheme to Underpay Wages – Will...
United States Attorney James L. Santelle of the Eastern District of Wisconsin announced today that Scott Watry of New Berlin, Wisconsin, has agreed to plead guilty to conspiring to defraud the United States. Mr. Watry is the president and owner of Watry Homes, LLC, a contractor alleged to have underpaid wages on federally funded housing projects.
Learn to Hunt Deer program offered at Sandhill Wildlife Area
Youths ages 12 through 15 with or without hunting experience, and adults, ages 16 and older who have never hunted deer before can sign up for a Learn to Hunt Deer program this fall at the Sandhill Wildlife Area.
Pocan Hosts Micro-Lending Event with SBA
U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) will host an event to connect entrepreneurs in the 2nd Congressional District with lenders and skilled counselors from the Wisconsin office of the U.S. Small Business Administration. The event will include workshops to help more new and smaller companies who may benefit from a micro-loan and provides participants with opportunities to ask questions and network after the presentations.
Department of Revenue to Match Approximately $14.7. Million in Unclaimed Property to Taxpayers
Some owners will get a check for their unclaimed property, while others with larger property value amounts will get a letter with information about how to file a claim.
