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Welcome to the Special 2013 WCA Legislative Exchange Issue
The Wisconsin Counties Association will hold their 2013 WCA Legislative Exchange February 5th and 6th at the Madison Concourse Hotel in Madison, Wisconsin.
County officials will gather to discuss the important issues that are facing counties around the state. This year, the agenda is full of legislative leaders, top government officials and representatives discussing relevant issues.
While there are breakdowns for each day listed below, you can also view the full event agenda here. To see this year's Legislative Exchange brochure with additional details about the event, click here.
You may still register by faxing a registration form to 608.663.7189 or register onsite. For additional questions, please contact Cheryl Fleck at 877.404.2700.
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Tuesday Focuses on Legislative Activities
The 2013 WCA Legislative Exchange begins Tuesday, February 5th with a full agenda. Highlights of the day's schedule include: 9:00 a.m.-Presidential Opening Remarks Gus "Sandy" Wirth, Jr., WCA President and Ozaukee County Board Supervisor
9:05 a.m.-The State of the State Budget Todd Berry, President, Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
9:35 a.m.-The State of the State's Economy
Dennis Winters, Chief Economist, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development
10:05 a.m.-Mark D. O'Connell, Executive Director, WCA
10:45 a.m.-The Budget Process Wisconsin Counties Association Legislative Staff Jon Hochkammer-Legislative Director Sarah Diedrick-Kasdorf-Senior Legislative Associate David Callender-Legislative Associate Dan Bahr-Legislative Associate Kyle Christianson-Legislative & Research Associate
12:45 p.m.-Special Presentation: Cyber Security
Kristin Judge, Executive Director, Trust Purchasing Alliance at the Center for Internet Security
2:15 p.m.-The State Budget-The Administration's Perspective
Mike Huebsch, Secretary, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin
2:45 p.m.-The State Retirement System
Robert Conlin, Secretary, Department of Employee Trust Funds, State of Wisconsin
3:15 p.m.-Open Forum Andrew T. Phillips, Partner, Phillips Borowski, S.C.
Wisconsin Counties Association Staff
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Wednesday's Agenda Highlights Governor; Top Legislative and State Leaders
The Legislative Exchange begins Wednesday, February 6th at 8:30 a.m. with a welcome from WCA First Vice President and Sauk County Board Chair Marty Krueger. Other confirmed speakers include:
8:35 a.m.-Legislative Perspectives John Nygren, Representative, State of Wisconsin Jennifer Shilling, Senator, State of Wisconsin
9:15 a.m.-
Scott Walker, Governor, State of Wisconsin
9:30 a.m. Advocacy: Getting the County Message Out
Andy Gussert, Former Executive Director, Assembly Democratic Campaign Committee Brandon Scholz, The Capitol Group Liz Stephens, Membership and External Affairs Manager, WCA
10:45 a.m.-Effective Advocacy: Perspectives of Former Legislators Joe Parisi, Executive, Dane County Jim Kreuser, Executive, Kenosha County Dan Vrakas, Executive, Waukesha County Jon Hochkammer, Legislative Director, WCA
11:15 a.m.-Attorney General Remarks
J.B. Van Hollen, Attorney General, State of Wisconsin
11:25 a.m.-Chief Justice Remarks Shirley Abrahamson, Chief Justice, Supreme Court, State of Wisconsin
11:45 a.m.-Updates Lance Pliml, Board Chair, Wood County-WCA Frac Sand Task Force Update
David Ward, CEO-Northstar Consulting Group Update
Bruce Siebold, President-Northstar Consulting Group Update
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Questions? We Have Answers!
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 questions. If you have additional questions, please contact Cheryl Fleck at 866.404.2700.
Can I get a copy of the agenda for the event? Yes, find it here. 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 $1.50 per hour or $10 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 a meal, tickets may be purchased for $16 each at the event for Tuesday or Wednesday's meal.
Can I bring a spouse or guest to the County Reception? Yes. There is no charge for the event if you are a registered county delegate. Note: In order to comply with the Wisconsin Lobby Law (State employees only), there is a $15.00 charge for the reception to cover actual costs.
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COUNTY RECEPTION TUESDAY FEBRUARY 5TH
In conjunction with the WCA Legislative Exchange, the Wisconsin Counties Association will host its annual County Reception on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 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 order to comply with the Wisconsin Lobby Law (State employees only), there is a $15.00 charge for the reception to cover actual costs.
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HOTEL QUESTIONS?
For questions about your reservation, please contact the Madison Concourse Hotel directly at 800.356.8293.
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