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JFC Approves Monumental K-12
Budget
This week
the Joint Committee on Finance approved the K-12 education package for
the 2017-19 biennial budget. This budget makes historic investments in
our classrooms. I am proud to say that this budget gives our great
educators and children an additional $600 million. This money will go
directly into the classroom and have an immediate impact on the lives of
children and educators.In addition to an increase of $200 per student in
each of the next two years in all school districts, this budget puts
money toward increasing the revenue limit in low-spending districts.
This is an important step in assuring that all students in Wisconsin
receive a great education.
As
Vice-Chair of the Assembly Committee on Education, Chair of the Assembly
Committee on Children and Families, and former School Board President I
know firsthand the challenges schools can face. Providing our children
with a top-notch education should be priority number one and I am
confident to say that this budget does just that.
I look forward to continuing to work with my colleagues to provide our
children the education they deserve.
Death's
Door BBQ
Last weekend I attended the Death's Door BBQ on Washington Island. It
was wonderful not only to see so many of you there, but also to see
tourists from all over the country and abroad come and enjoy the charms
of Washington Island. The event drew a crowd of over 4,000 and the
barbeque was absolutely incredible. Congratulations to all the winners
and I look forward to next year's event!
Enjoying the festivities with Washington
Island's oldest resident (at age 93) Dewey Jacobson and his wife
Mildred!
Safety
First in the Great Outdoors
As we head into the final weeks of
summer, I want to take the opportunity to remind everyone to be safe
when appreciating our great state parks and coastlines. Our district is
blessed with so much natural beauty and there are countless
opportunities for us to go out into nature and appreciate what surrounds
us. Unfortunately, as you may have seen in the news, there have been
several accidents lately that have tragically taken the lives of those
who are out enjoying our natural resources. Below I have linked several
safety guidelines and practices for our parks and our water.
Safety Resources:
Coast Guard Kayaking Suggestions:
http://www.canoekayak.com/start-paddling/sea-paddling-safety-101/
WI Trail Guide Paddling Safety Tips:
http://wisconsintrailguide.com/paddle/paddler-safety.html
DNR Parks Safety Guidelines:
http://dnr.wi.gov/files/pdf/pubs/pr/pr0472.pdf
As always, if you are in a dangerous
situation or feel unsafe, call 9-1-1 and the local police and sheriff's
offices will respond to your call.
Happy
Labor Day!
Upcoming District Events!
What:
Community Fundraiser for Mat Tauferner
Where: Door Devils Clubhouse, 4780
Mathey Rd., Sturgeon Bay, WI
When: September 2, 12:00PM
Details:
"Benefiting Mat Tauferner’s children and to raise awareness
about water safety. Featuring a silent auction, raffle, live music,
food, beverages, and more."
What:
Newport Wilderness Day
Where: Newport State Park, Ellison
Bay, WI
When: September 2
Details:
"Explore the horticulture and wildlife of Newport State Park
through a variety of guided events.
Enjoy our great outdoors for free!"
What:
Marina Fest
Where: 10693 N. Bay Shore Drive, Sister
Bay, WI
When: September 2-4
Details:
"Celebrate Labor Day along the water with the wooden boat show,
kids' carnival, live music and Saturday night fireworks. Free
admission!"
In Closing...
Thank you for
taking the time to read my E-Update. If you have any questions, do not
hesitate to
contact my office. Chris and Stamena look forward to working with you.
Also, if you would like a 2017
State Highway map free of charge, just send us an email!
Have a great weekend,
Representative Joel Kitchens
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