On Tuesday, the Assembly met to discuss several proposals including legislation that supports the families of law enforcement officers who have lost their life in the line of duty; designates the Wisconsin 9/11 Memorial Highway and provides signage for the Wisconsin 9/11 Memorial and Education Center; and supports our young entrepreneurs. 

 Also during the floor session, we had the opportunity to recognize First Responders that serve communities throughout Wisconsin. Several months ago, I requested nominations for First Responder of the Year from the 85th Assembly District. After receiving multiple great nominations, we selected Sergeant Terrence Peterson from Everest Metro Police Department.

Sergeant Peterson has served Marathon County for over 25 years at various police departments. His work at the Everest Metro Police Department includes supporting the creation of the Awards and Recognition Committee, which recognizes officers for their outstanding work in our community, and acting as a liaison and participating in outreach with the community.

Most notably, Sergeant Peterson is the recipient of the Life Saving Award for measures he took to save an individual who was found without a pulse and not breathing. For all that Sergeant Peterson has done for our community, this award is a small token of appreciation; I was honored to recognize his achievements on Thursday. 

Looking for family-friendly events in our area this weekend? Check out these opportunities:

1. On October 12th, Wisconsin's Fall Festivals and Color Hikes are coming to our area. The Rib Mountain Color Hike will take place from 10AM-11AM on Saturday. Meet at the trail head near the concession stand to join the hike! Click here for more information. 
2. The 23rd Annual Ringle Harvest Day will take place on Saturday, October 12th between 9AM and 4PM in Ringle. The event includes a large flea market with over a hundred vendors. 
3. Fall Family Festival will be taking place at the Boys and Girls Club of the Wausau Area from 9AM-12PM on Saturday. There will be face-painting, pumpkin decorating, and games! 

World Homeless Day

Nearly ten years ago, homeless service providers throughout the world joined together to bring attention to an issue that is impacting millions of people on our planet: homelessness.

Considering that, in the United States alone, there are several different ways that governments define homeless, it is easy to understand how quantifying this problem across nations is a challenge. In an effort to raise awareness of the obstacles that the countries across the world face relating to homelessness, World Homeless Day was created. Since its creation in 2010, over 100 countries on six continents have recognized World Homeless Day, with citizens, public figures and government officials joining the fight against homelessness.

As a continuation of the Assembly's commitment to ending homelessness, as demonstrated by several bill packages that help support our homeless service providers in the work that they do every day to combat homelessness, we passed a Resolution declaring October 10^th as World Homeless Day. 

2019-2020 Blue Books will be available soon! The books are in printing now, and will be delivered to legislative offices in the next few weeks.

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! Stay tuned for the more information on the exact date they will be available. 

In the meantime, new paper highway maps and laminated maps are available in my office! Contact me for your free map today!