I am writing to inform you of my resignation from the Women's Council, effective immediately.
Please be assured my resignation is not because of lack of interest nor any concerns I have about the Women's Council's focus or mission. Instead, I am resigning due to the increased committee responsibilities I have this legislative session. I currently chair the Senate Health, Children, Families, Aging, and Long Term Care and I Co-Chair the Joint Legislative Audit Committee. In addition to chairing these two committees I chair a subcommittee of the State Building Commission, serve as Vice Chair of the State Council on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Council, and serve on the Senate Judiciary, Corrections, and Privacy Committee. And as many of you well know, I am very active in events and programs in the communities I serve and I'm advancing many legislative initiatives.
Thank you for your service and all that you do on the Women's Council to "enhance the ability of all Wisconsin women to participate fully in all aspects of life."
Sincerely,
CAROL ROESSLER
State Senator
State of Wisconsin
Department of Public Instruction
February 10, 2005
The Honorable, The Legislature:
The Department of Public Instruction is submitting the 2004 annual report on the status of bilingual-bicultural education programs as required under s.
115.96, Wis. Stats. This report provides data from the state-aided bilingual-bicultural/ESL education programs for the 2004 fiscal year (July 1, 2003, through June 30, 2004).
This annual report presents details on the state's administration and funding of bilingual education in Wisconsin, including the number of pupils from minority languages served, the locations of the state-aided programs during the 2002 and 2004 fiscal years, and staff-related data. In addition, the report comments on factors contributing to program expansion and the continuously lower annual reimbursement rates for school districts.
Sincerely,
ELIZABETH BURMASTER
State Superintendent
State of Wisconsin
Legislative Audit Bureau
January 14, 2005
The Honorable, The Legislature:
This biennial report, which is required under s.
13.94(1)(j), Wis. Stats., summarizes the Legislative Audit Bureau's statutory responsibilities and highlights significant accomplishments from January 1, 2003 through December 31, 2004.
In the 2003-04 biennium, we produced more than 60 independent audits, evaluations, reviews, opinions, and certifications. These documents help to assure the Legislature and the public that financial transactions and management decisions have been made effectively, efficiently, and in compliance with the law and that the policies and practices of state agencies are consistent with legislative intent. Our work frequently includes recommendations for improving government programs and services, maximizing federal reimbursements, and ensuring that public funds are wisely spent and appropriately accounted for.
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We are proud to deliver accurate and useful information that enhances accountability, effects positive change, and assists the Legislature in its oversight of executive branch agencies. We look forward to serving the Legislature, the Governor, and the people of Wisconsin in the coming years.
Sincerely,
JANICE MUELLER
State Auditor
executive order #87
Relating to the Creation of the State Interoperability Executive Council (SEIC)
WHEREAS, Wisconsin recognizes the importance of the public safety and protection of public and private property throughout the state; and
WHEREAS, emergency first responders and other vital emergency services utilize different radio frequencies and technologies that are often not interoperable; and
WHEREAS, Wisconsin recognizes the significance of interoperable technology to enable communication emergency first responders in times of emergencies to enhance public safety and homeland security; and
WHEREAS, interoperable public safety communications between and within jurisdictions is critical to the mission of public safety; and
WHEREAS, the attainment of interoperable communications requires statewide coordination and leadership;
NOW, THEREFORE, I Jim Doyle, Governor of the State of Wisconsin, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of this State, and specifically by Section
14.019 of the Wisconsin Statutes, do hereby:
Create the State Interoperability Executive Council (hereinafter the "SEIC"); and
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Provide that the Council shall consist of fifteen (15) members appointed by the Governor to serve at the pleasure of the Governor; and
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Provide that the members of the Council shall include at least the following individuals:
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Executive Director of the Office of Justice Assistance (or designee);
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Adjutant General (or designee);
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Secretary of the Department of Natural Resources (or designee);
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Secretary of the Department of Transportation (or designee);
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Chief Information Officer, State of Wisconsin, Administrator of the Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration (or designee);
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a chief of police;
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a sheriff;
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a fire chief;
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a local emergency management professional; and
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a tribal official;
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Provide that the Governor shall designate two (2) members on the Council as chair and vice-chair to serve in this capacity at the pleasure of the Governor; and
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Provide that the Council shall have the following mission:
a. Set goals and objectives within a timeframe to achieve statewide public safety radio interoperability; and
b. Develop and periodically review a strategy for achieving public safety radio interoperability including but not limited to advising the Office of Justice Assistance on the allocation of homeland security and other funding available for this purpose; and
c. Set technical and operational standards for interoperable radio communications in Wisconsin; and
d. Develop short and long-term recommendations for local units of government on actions that may be required to achieve public safety radio interoperability in Wisconsin;
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Direct that the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance shall provide staff support for the Council.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the State of Wisconsin to be affixed. Done at the Capitol in the City of Madison this second day of February, in the year two thousand five.
JIM DOYLE
Governor
By the governor:
DOUGLAS LA FOLLETTE
Secretary of State
State of Wisconsin
Ethics Board
February 15, 2005
The Honorable, The Senate:
The following lobbyists have been authorized to act on behalf of the organizations set opposite their names.
For more detailed information about these lobbyists and organizations and a complete list of organizations and people authorized to lobby the 2005 session of the legislature, visit the Ethics Board's web site at
http://ethics.state.wi.us
Abel, Becky Wisconsin Wetlands Association
Bartlett, Robert CGI - AMS (formerly American Management Systems)
Beiriger, Jeffrey J Boys and Girls Clubs of Wisconsin
Beiriger, Jeffrey J Wisconsin Girl Scouts Legislative Monitoring Committee
Bright, Michael Citigroup Global Markets Inc
Brooks, Bryan Securities Industry Association
Brooks, Bryan Spirit Foundation
Brown, David New York Life Investment Management LLC
Carey, Ray Kenesah Gaming Development LLC
Culler, Mary Ford Motor Company
Eckes, Shirley CGI - AMS (formerly American Management Systems)
Gansner, William Wisconsin State Attorney's Union
Handzel Jr, Henry Wisconsin Paper Council
Hayes, Brian Wisconsin State Attorney's Union
Kussow, Michelle Time Warner Inc
Macaulay, Lisa Wisconsin Primary Health Care Association
Martin, Waldo Stockbridge-Munsee Community
Mettner, Michelle American Cancer Society
Moore, Thomas E Wisconsin District Attorney's Association
Palmer, Todd Wisconsin Paper Council
Schimming, Brian Calpine Corporation
Scholz, Brandon Time Warner Inc
