WAUKESHA CHRISTMAS PARADE MASSACRE

REP. DITTRICH STATEMENT ON WAUKESHA TRAGEDY

DONATION VENUES FOR WAUKESHA

To help the victims of the Waukesha parade tragedy, you can donate blood as well as donate funds to reputable organizations that are supporting the victims.

To donate blood contact Versiti Waukesha, 2111 Springdale Road, Waukesha, (877) 232-4376. The American Red Cross Donation Center, 2220 Silvernail Rd, Pewaukee is CLOSED until November 26th. You can find another location by calling 1-800-RED CROSS. Also, blood donations will be taken at already scheduled blood drives which will take walk-ins.

People can make monetary donations through the Waukesha Community Foundation. Additionally, you can volunteer or make monetary donations to the Salvation Army in Waukesha.

SUPPORT THROUGH LOCAL FAITH COMMUNITIES

In addition to receiving support from area faith communities, you can receive emotional help by dialing 211 or contacting the National Alliance on Mental Health, Southeast Wisconsin.

PENDING LEGISLATION

This week, Representative Cindi Duchow introduced a bill to amend our state constitution so judges have the ability to set a stiffer bail for repeat criminals like the Waukesha parade murderer. We MUST remove every obstacle to keeping these repeat offenders from harming the public. Needless to say, Rep. Dittrich has signed onto the bill as a coauthor.

AFTER THANKSGIVING

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Small businesses have suffered the greatest in our business communities over the past two years. Help keep our communities vibrant by doing your shopping local and supporting Small Business Saturday.

HAPPY HANUKKAH

May you be surprised with light and hope this sacred season. Happy Hanukkah!

GIVING TUESDAY

As a former non-profit leader, Rep. Dittrich is aware that this is a critical season for organizations that do so very much for our communities. Please be sure to remember your favorite charity on Giving Tuesday and keep our state a great place to work and live.

ADOPTION LEGISLATION MOVES FORWARD

The Assembly Committee on Family Law has scheduled a hearing to discuss several of the adoption bills authored by Rep. Dittrich. The hearing will be held on Wednesday, December 1st, beginning at 10 AM in the State Capitol (417 North, GAR).

The committee will hear public testimony on Assembly Bills 626, 627, 628, 629, 630, 631, 632.

If you would like to testify in front of the committee, please reach out to Rep. Dittrich's office at Rep.Dittrich@legis.wi.gov.

IN THE DISTRICT

GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET

Even though we remain in a state of grieving, being with others can often be a time of emotional healing. The German Christmas Market of Oconomowoc will begin on November 26. This marks the 10th Anniversary of this gathering. Connect with the warmth of friends and communities there.

CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE

Check out this holiday event throughout the village with non-profits and businesses celebrating! Businesses will be offering specials, local museum hosting a Christmas tree lot, live greenery, and handmade items, ride in the fire truck, horse and wagon rides, Reindeer Run, and a vendor fair at the high school.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

Despite stress and strife, we should all remember how incredibly blessed we are to live in this great land.

To you and all you hold dear, Happy Thanksgiving!