Everyone is invited to attend a Citizen Roundtable Meeting with DNR Secretary Cathy Stepp on Wednesday, July 31 in Tomahawk. DNR and sporting issues are among the most common issues I hear about from constituents. I requested that Sec. Stepp come to the 35th District and hear directly from our residents. She will give an update on activities  of the DNR, and discuss issues such as ATV/UTV use that are vital to our area.

The meeting will be 8:30am – 10:30am on Weds, July 31st in the Community Room at the Tomahawk Library, 300 West Lincoln Avenue. Please attend if you are able, this will be a great opportunity for open conversation. If you are unable to attend, please send me your comments or concerns and I will ensure they are addressed.

I would like to thank everyone who took the time to fill out the 2013 Spring Legislative Survey for the 35^th District.  The survey asked questions dealing with the state budget, taxes, education, and other major issues facing Wisconsin.  Over 750 residents took the time to respond, and your input is valuable as I continue to work hard on your behalf in Madison.  The results are as follows:

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released its June 2013 Regional and State Employment and Unemployment press release last week.

According to the release, Wisconsin was 3rd highest in the nation for total nonfarm jobs (+17,500) over the month and tied for 2nd highest in growth rate at (0.6%). Wisconsin is listed for statistically significant growth and the state has recently witnessed the best two-year gains of private sector jobs in the past decade.

Press Release from Department of Workforce Development: Wisconsin employment & unemployment estimates announced: May revised, June preliminary.