Welcome to this edition of my e-update. I hope you find it informative.
On Saturday, we will commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the September 11th attacks upon our nation. Nearly 3,000 people lost their lives and our world was forever changed.
While many of us will always have the memories of this day etched into our minds, we are now far enough removed from this day that students in our schools were not even born when this tragedy occurred. It is important that we as a nation never forget the events of September 11th which is why I am proud to support legislation to add this day to the list of special observance days for schools in our state. It is my hope to see this bill continue to advance through the legislative process in the weeks ahead.
As we remember the events of September 11th, I encourage you to take a moment to thank the first responders who serve our communities and work so hard to keep us safe.
Good News About State Finances
Back in June, I was proud to support a bipartisan budget that returned the state's surplus back to you, the taxpayer. Recently, the nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau (LFB) revealed some good news about state finances when they reported that the state generated $319 million more revenue than previously estimated. In addition, LFB also shared that because of our state's strong budget surplus, our budget stabilization (rainy day) fund will grow to over $1.7 billion!
To learn more click here to read the report from LFB.
Veterans Expo in Hayward
This upcoming Wednesday, Congressman Tom Tiffany will be hosting a veterans expo at the Veterans Community Center in Hayward. This event will allow veterans to request assistance from multiple agencies. I appreciate Congressman Tiffany and his staff putting this event together to help veterans in our area.
Upcoming Road Closure in Ladysmith
Starting this upcoming Monday, September 13th, a small part of US Highway 8 (Lake Avenue East) in the City of Ladysmith will be closed for work at the railroad crossing between West 4th Street North to West 5th Street North. This closure is expected to be in place through Friday, September 17th. Local routes around the construction will be available. Oversize, overweight traffic is being detoured via State Highways 73, 64, and 27.
This work is part of the larger resurfacing project on US Highway 8 in Ladysmith. Construction for the entire project is scheduled for completion in late October.
Upcoming Events Around the 87th
One of my favorite parts about serving as your state representative is getting out and interacting with constituents at many of the wonderful community events across the 87th District. Check out some of the upcoming events around the district below. Also, if you know of any other events, please contact my office and let me know, so I can include them in a future e-update and try to attend myself.
Check out some of the events coming up around the district:
September 11th Remembrance Ceremony
Saturday, September 11th - 7:30 AM - Corner of State Highways 8 & 27 - Ladysmith
September 11th Prayer Service
Saturday, September 11th - 10-11 AM - Hayward Veterans Center
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State Capitol Room 109 West - PO Box 8952, Madison, WI 53708 Toll-Free (888) 534-0087 or (608) 266-7506 Email: Rep.Edming@legis.wisconsin.gov
