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Ballweg Bills Advancing in Wisconsin
Assembly Bill 269 regarding increased penalties for violations of 72-hour no-contact order. With recent statistics showing that one in four women will be a victim of domestic violence in their lifetime, the proposed legislation will strengthen protections for victims and witnesses of domestic violence crimes by providing penalties that more closely match the severity of the underlying crime. It will increase the violation from a monetary fine to a Class A misdemeanor, which will help serve as a greater deterrent. This bill has also passed both houses and is on it's way to the Governor for his signature.
Senate Bill 416 (Assembly Bill 549) was brought before the Assembly on Thursday and passed with a voice vote in favor of passage. Senate Bill 416 (AB 549) relates to adopting amendments to the Uniform Commercial Code Article 9, relating to secured transactions, recommended by the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws. It is a technical bill that updates Wisconsin's law to reflect changes in Article 9. It is meant to coordinate laws amongst the 50 states regarding loans, collateral, and transactions which deal with personal property. This bill has passed both houses and is on it's way to the Governor for his signature.
Fox-Wisconsin Heritage Parkway
Fox-Wisconsin Heritage Parkway is an organization that is seeking a National Heritage Area designation with the National Park Service for the Fox-Wisconsin River corridor. Input is being sought about how communities along the Fox River can play a role in developing cultural and recreational opportunities along the Fox-Wisconsin Heritage Parkway. You can find more information about the parkway at www.heritageparkway.com.
Representative Ballweg at the Fox-Wisconsin Heritage Parkway meeting on Monday in Montello
WIS 44 public information meeting scheduled for February 29, 2012
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is conducting a public information meeting to discuss proposed improvements to WIS 44 from just north of School Road to the Grand River bridge in Markesan.
Proposed improvements include:
Resurfacing existing WIS 44
Drainage improvements along Manchester Street and Margaret Street in the city of Markesan
Ditch grading near Memorial Cemetery
Selected culvert replacements
Replacement of all highway signs
The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 29, 2012, in the Community Room of the Markesan City Hall, 150 S. Bridge Street from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wisconsin Department of Transportation representatives will be available to discuss the project on an individual basis. It is an open house format. The public is encouraged to attend the meeting, provide input and ask questions concerning this project.
Appointments to Boards and Commissions
My office wanted to pass on information to constituents about Gubernational appointments. The Governor has many boards, councils and commissions to fill. Joining a board, council or commission will give you the opportunity to collaborate with others from across the state to help create innovative and positive solutions that will impact decisions lawmakers make affecting communities and professions. The Governor’s office is always looking for qualified and enthusiastic applicants for appointment. You can browse a list of the boards, councils and commissions to apply to the Governor’s office for consideration by clicking on the link below:
http://165.189.60.210/Serve-Wisconsin/Boards-Commissions
Listening Sessions
State Representative Joan Ballweg announced that she will be holding spring listening sessions throughout the 41st Assembly District at the time and locations listed below. Everyone is welcome to attend any of the sessions and share their thoughts on the biennial budget and other state issues.
Monday, March 19, 2012
8:30 am – 9:30 am Anna Follette Community Center,155 Front St, Coloma
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm City Hall (Council Chambers), 100 Jackson St, Ripon
Thursday, March 22, 2012
11:15 a.m.- 12:15 a.m. Community Center, 500 Wisconsin, Wild Rose
Friday, March 23rd
9:00 am – 10:00 am Caestecker Library, 518 Hill St, Green Lake
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm World War II Memorial building, 440 W Main St, Wautoma
Monday, March 26th
8:30 am – 9:30 am Wayside Restaurant, N1894 State Rd 44 73, Markesan
11:30 am – 12:30pm Senior Center, 132 S Main St, Neshkoro
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Berlin Public Library, 121 West Park Ave, Berlin
Representative Ballweg encourages all residents of the 41st Assembly District to attend a listening sessions. If you are unable to attend, your thoughts and opinions can be shared by contacting Rep. Ballweg's Capitol office. Please call toll-free (888) 534-0041, e-mail Jaon at Rep.Ballweg@legis.wi.gov, or write to her at 210 North, State Capitol, P.O. Box 8952, Madison WI 53708.
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