Special Legislative Exchange Issue of WCA eNews!
The Wisconsin Counties Association will hold the 2010 WCA Legislative Exchange February 9-10, 2010 at the Madison Concourse Hotel in Madison, Wisconsin.
The Legislative Exchange is always an excellent opportunity for county officials to gather and discuss the key issues facing all of us around the state.
You may still register for the event by faxing a registration form, found by clicking here, to 608.663.7189. For additional questions, please contact Cheryl Fleck at 877.404.2700.
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 Event Kick-Off Tuesday Focuses on Critical Issues
The 2010 WCA Legislative Exchange kicks off Tuesday, February 9 with a full agenda. The day's schedule includes:
8:35 a.m.-Fiscal Wisconsin: The Economy, Budgets and the New Year Ahead
Todd Berry, President, Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
10:15 a.m.-On the Brink: Service Delivery in Tough Economic Times
Karen Timberlake, Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Reggie Bicha, Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Children and Families
Sarah Diedrick-Kasdorf, Senior Legislative Associate, Wisconsin Counties Association
12:30 p.m.-Challenges and Innovations: Case Studies from Wisconsin Local Government
Allen Buechel, Executive, Fond du Lac County
Ron Chamberlain, Highway Commissioner, Adams County
Russ Kottke, Board Chair, Dodge County
Dave Frohling, Supervisor, Dodge County
Jason Witt, Deputy Director, Rock County Human Services Department
2:00 p.m.-Legislative Briefing
Wisconsin Counties Association Legislative Staff
John Reinemann, Legislative Director
Sarah Diedrick-Kasdorf, Senior Legislative Associate
David Callender, Legislative Associate
Liz Stephens, Legislative Associate
3:00 p.m.-Capitol Visits
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Wednesday's Agenda Highlights Legislative Leaders
The Legislative Exchange starts on Wednesday, February 10 at 8:30 a.m. with a welcome from WCA President Alice Connors. Other confirmed speakers include:
8:35 a.m.-Legislative Leadership Roundtable
Russell Decker, Majority Leader, Wisconsin State Senate
Scott Fitzgerald, Minority Leader, Wisconsin State Senate
Michael Sheridan, Speaker, Wisconsin State Assembly
Jeff Fitzgerald, Minority Leader, Wisconsin State Assembly
Mark D. O'Connell, Executive Director, Wisconsin Counties Association
9:35 a.m.-J.B. Van Hollen, Attorney General, State of Wisconsin
9:50 a.m.-Gubernatorial Remarks
Michael Morgan, Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Administration
10:35 a.m.-Wisconsin Way
Jim Wood, President, Wood Communications Group
11:35 a.m.-Executive Director's Remarks
Mark D. O'Connell, Wisconsin Counties Association
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Reception Honoring County Government
In conjunction with the WCA Legislative Exchange, the Wisconsin Counties Association will host its annual "Reception Honoring Wisconsin County Government" on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 from 5-7 p.m. The event will be held at the Madison Concourse Hotel and is free to those attending the Legislative Exchange. This is an excellent opportunity to mingle with fellow county officials, as well as with members of the Wisconsin State Senate and Assembly and other government officials in an informal setting.
Note: In compliance with State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board lobby laws, there will be a $15 admission for legislators and other state officials.
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 Frequently Asked Questions
In an attempt to answer nearly all the questions we regularly receive on the WCA Legislative Exchange, we've created our list of frequently asked ones. If you have additional questions, please contact Cheryl Fleck at 866.404.2700.
How do I get to the Madison Concourse Hotel? Directions can be found here.
Can I park directly at the hotel? Yes, the hotel has underground heated parking for guests at $7 per day.
What is the attire for the event? Business casual. Temperatures in all meeting rooms vary, so please dress accordingly.
Can I buy individual meal tickets? If your spouse or guest would like to join you for lunch, tickets may be purchased for $16 each for Tuesday or Wednesday's meal.
I haven't set up a time yet with my legislator, can I still do it? It may be late, but it is always worth a try to see if they are in Madison on Tuesday. To find your senator's contact information, click here. To find your representative, click here.
Can I bring a spouse or guest to the "Reception Honoring County Government"? Yes. There is no charge for the event if you are a registered county delegate. Note: Legislators or other state government officials must pay $15 to attend due to state lobby laws.
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Thanks to Our Sponsors!
The Wisconsin Counties Association would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous assistance in helping to make the 2010 Legislative Exchange a huge success: - Phillips Borowski, S.C.
- The PFM Group
- PMA Financial, Inc.
- Plum Creek
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