The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is seeking applicants for the Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant Program. The program aims to increase public awareness and consumption of locally produced foods and agricultural products. Created to assist the agriculture and food industries, this economic development grant seeks to improve food production, processing, marketing, and distribution.
The department is seeking individuals and organizations with projects designed to promote, expand or create local food marketing systems; food and cultural tourism routes; and distribution of Wisconsin food products primarily for sale to local purchasers.
The Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin grants are awarded through a competitive review process. Requests are accepted for $5,000-$50,000 and the application deadline is noon on Friday, February 28th. Click here for more information!
Child Care Office Hours
This week, I met with the Department of Children and Families' leadership to discuss child care and the shortage of providers in our community and across our state. This is a critical issue facing young families in our area, and throughout the country. I am committed to working with providers, families, employers, researchers and the department to identify innovative solutions to this problem.
As I continue my research, I would love to hear from you! On Monday, January 20th I will be hosting my monthly office hours from 6pm-8pm at Biggby Coffee (Bridge Street location). We will be focusing on child care this month, so please stop by to share your thoughts or experiences.
Upcoming Events!
This weekend is the Leinenkugel's Classic Pond Hockey Tournament! Beginning today (Fri., January 10th) at 5 PM through Sunday (Jan. 12), teams will face off at Sunnyvale Park. Click here for more details.
The Badger State Games begin this weekend! For 31 years, the Badger State Games have brought fun winter events and entertainment to our area. With a wide variety of events between now and April, there is something for everyone! Here is the link to the BSG homepage.
Looking for some family fun, but don't like the cold? Check out the LEGO Block Party! On Saturday, Jan. 11th from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the Marathon County Public Library - Rothschild Branch, children and families can build projects with LEGO blocks. Blocks are provided and the event is free and open to the public.
2019-2020 Blue Books are here! The Wisconsin Blue Book contains information on all things Wisconsin: your elected officials; census information; the official state dog, tree, flower, etc.; government processes; and so much more! If you would like a complementary blue book, contact me for your free copy today!
If you have any comments regarding the subject of this E-Update, please feel free to contact me.
Rep. Pat Snyder State Capitol, Room 307 North PO Box 8953 Madison, WI 53708 Toll-Free (888) 534-0085 or (608) 266-0654 Rep.Snyder@legis.wi.gov| |
