Burlington Law Enforcement Memorial

Friday, I joined with the Burlington Police Department in observing Peace Officer Memorial Day. Together, we remembered those who made the ultimate sacrifice to the City of Burlington. Officer Hubert "Pink" Schenning (End-of-Watch 2-9-1935) and Sergeant Anthony "Tony" Eilers (End-of-Watch 2-5-1962) were both shot to death in the line of duty. I was honored to participate in this important remembrance.

Rep. Kerkman and Rep. Robin Vos at the Burlington Law Enforcement Memorial

Upcoming ATV Safety Class

A Wisconsin DNR Certified ATV instructor will be offering an ATV Safety Course at the Salem Fire Department, 25700 Wilmot Road in Trevor on June 8-10. The course will be held from 5:30 pm-9:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, June 8-9 and from 9:00 am-3:00 pm on Sunday, June 10. The course is sponsored by the Salem Town Hall and will cost $10. Those completing the course will receive a certificate allowing them to be a legal ATV operator. ATV Safety Certificates are required for all ATV operators over age 12 and born after 1-1-1988. Parents and adults are encouraged to attend to learn valuable information about ATV safety. Register in advance at the Salem Town Hall or call 262-842-2313 for details.

Congrats, Twin Lakes Scholarship Winners!

Last week, I attended the Twin Lakes Chamber Scholarship Dinner at Wilmot High School. Each year, the Twin Lakes Area Chamber and Business Association awards scholarships to Wilmot graduates pursuing college degrees. Congratulations to 2012 scholarship award winners Amy Zick, Austin Vanderhoof, Rachael Teklics and Monica Leedle!

Rep. Kerkman congratulates winners Amy Zick, Austin Vanderhoof, and Rachel Telicks

Congratulations, Central HS Forensics Team! Recently, I attended the awards night of the Central High School Forensics Team to commend the students on their impressive achievements this year and to congratulate Coach Bernadette Elverman on her retirement. Bernadette has coached the team for the past 24 years, leading Central to win the Southern Lakes Conference Forensics Championships four times, including this year. Congratulations!

Rep. Kerkman presents Central HS Forensics Coach Bernadette Elverman with a congratulatory citation

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