State of Wisconsin
Office of the Governor
May 5, 2006
The Honorable, The Legislature:
As required by Article V, Section 6 of the Wisconsin Constitution, I am submitting the annual Executive Clemency Report to the Legislature, covering those clemency cases upon which final disposition were rendered for applicants during the 2005 calendar year. Below is a list of applicants that received a full pardon in 2005:
Kip Bronk, (date of birth June 21, 1966) convicted on or about January 7, 1986 of Burglary, for attempting to steal two 12-packs of Pepsi from a closed service station, in Kenosha County and was sentenced to ninety days in jail, two years probation and to pay a fine. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 5-0 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Mr. Bronk was pardoned on July 13, 2005 because of the length of time since the crime and the non-violent nature of the crime. In addition, Mr. Bronk demonstrated valid job concerns because a pardon was necessary for him to continue his licensure as a hazardous material commercial truck driver.
William Carter, (date of birth July 26, 1945) convicted on or about July 28, 1967 of Unlawful Purchase of Codeine Preparation, for purchasing two four ounce bottles of Robitussin A.C. in a forty-eight hour period without authorization from a physician, in Milwaukee County and was sentenced to two years in prison. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 4-2 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Mr. Carter was pardoned on November 4, 2005 because of the length of time since the crime and his positive adjustment. Mr. Carter also demonstrated community achievements by becoming active in his church and the church's ministry program.
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Craig Danielson
, (date of birth February 9, 1965) convicted on or about October 28, 1985 of Burglary (Party to a Crime), for stealing food from a high school cafeteria at the age of 19, in Jackson County and was sentenced to sixty days in jail, two years probation and to pay $107.40 in restitution. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 6-0 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Mr. Danielson was pardoned on June 17, 2005 because of the non-violent nature of the crime, the length of time since the crime, the support of the District Attorney in the county of conviction and his positive adjustment.
Ted Dorton, (date of birth July 4, 1964) convicted on or about July 26, 1985 of Burglary, for taking a television and computer equipment from a school, in Winnebago County and was sentenced to sixty days in jail, two years probation and to pay $383.00 in restitution. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 7-0 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Mr. Dorton was pardoned on November 4, 2005 because of the length of time since the crime, the non-violent nature of the crime and the support of the Judge and District Attorney in the county of conviction. In addition, Mr. Dorton showed substantial need, hoping to expand his current business to include an auto dealership, but could not become bonded without a pardon.
Vicki Karnitz, (date of birth June 7, 1957) convicted on or about January 7, 1991 of Disorderly Conduct (Domestic Violence Related) in Brown County and was sentenced to pay a $180.00 fine. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 6-0 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Ms. Karnitz was granted a pardon on June 17, 2005 because of her extensive personal growth and the length of time since the crime. Ms. Karnitz also demonstrated valid job concerns because she could not further her career as a security agent without a pardon.
Maudwella Kirkendoll, (date of birth September 5, 1975) convicted on or about April 28, 1995 of Conspiring to Deliver a Controlled Substance in Milwaukee County and was sentenced to twenty-nine months in prison and three years probation. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 5-1 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Mr. Kirkendoll was granted a pardon on June 17, 2005 because of his lack of other criminal justice system contacts, his positive adjustment and personal growth. Mr. Kirkendoll demonstrated community achievements by becoming a mentor and an employee of a non-profit agency.
John Madison, (date of birth June 5, 1934) convicted on or about January 14, 1954 of Burglary (2 counts), Assault and Robbery (Armed), when he was 19 years old, and sentenced to spend more than one year but less than ten years concurrent in the Green Bay Reformatory. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 5-1 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Mr. Madison was pardoned on October 13, 2005 because of the length of time since the crime, his lack of subsequent criminal justice system contacts and his community achievements.
Stacy Marshall, (date of birth November 3, 1962) convicted on or about April 16, 1985 of Conspiring to Deliver Controlled Substances in Sheboygan County and was sentenced to two years probation and to pay court costs. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 5-1 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Ms. Marshall was pardoned on October 13, 2005 because of the length of time since the crime and her positive adjustment. In addition, Ms. Marshall demonstrated need for a pardon in order to pursue a career as a conservation warden.
Julia Riley, (date of birth February 6, 1969) convicted on or about July 13, 1990 of Welfare Fraud in Ozaukee County and was sentenced to three years probation and to pay restitution. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 6-0 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Ms. Riley was granted a pardon on October 13, 2005 because of the length of time since the crime, the non-violent nature of the crime and her positive adjustment. In addition, Ms. Riley showed substantial need because she could not become a notary public without a pardon.
Maxine Rodgers, (date of birth March 31, 1965) convicted on or about May 10, 1993 of Attempting to Obtain a Controlled Substance by Misrepresentation in Milwaukee County and was sentenced to thirteen months in prison, two years probation and 100 hours of community service. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 4-2 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Ms. Rodgers was granted a pardon on June 17, 2005 because of her community achievements working to counsel those with HIV while attending school. In addition, Ms. Rodgers showed substantial need because she is studying to become a Licensed Practical Nurse and can not serve in her professional capacity without a pardon.
Halley Savage, (date of birth February 18, 1938) convicted on or about June 6, 1958 of Theft, for breaking into a garage, in Wood County and was sentenced to two years in the state reformatory. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 5-2 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Mr. Savage was granted a pardon on November 4, 2005 because of the length of time since the crime, the non-violent nature of the crime and his positive adjustment.
John Wolfgang Wallschlaeger, (date of birth October 13, 1948) convicted on or about June 28, 1978 of Burglary (2 counts) for stealing a pocket calculator and $118.00 from a store, in La Crosse County and was sentenced to three years in prison for each count served concurrently. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 6-0 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Mr. Wallschlaeger was pardoned on October 13, 2005 because of the length of time since the crime and his strong community achievements and positive adjustment as a Drug Abuse Counselor and Certified Clinical Supervisor. In addition, Mr. Wallschlaeger has a strong intent to run for village board and can not do so without a pardon.
Steven Zelich, (date of birth June 1, 1960) convicted on or about January 26, 1984 of Delivery of a Controlled Substance in Marathon County and was sentenced to twenty days in jail, with work release, and two years probation. The Governor's Pardon Advisory Board recommended by a vote of 5-2 to grant a pardon. Following the Board's recommendation, Mr. Zelich was pardoned on November 4, 2005 because of the length of time since the crime, the non-violent nature of the crime, the support of the Judge and the District Attorney in the county of conviction. Mr. Zelich also demonstrated community achievements by becoming a leader in his company's charitable giving campaign.
Sincerely,
JIM DOYLE
Governor
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The joint committee for Review of Administrative Rules reports and recommends:
Relating to the identification of individual contributors on campaign finance reports
Report objection recommended, Ayes 10, Noes 0.
Ayes, 10 - Senators
Grothman, Stepp, Reynolds, Jauch and Miller. Representatives Gottlieb, LeMahieu, Friske, Towns and Schneider., Black
Noes, 0 - None.
Senate Chairperson
The committee on Health, Children, Families, Aging and Long Term Care reports and recommends:
Relating to the cancer drug repository program authorized under s.255.056, Stats., and affecting small business.
No action taken.
Carol Roessler
Chairperson
The committee on Job Creation, Economic Development and Consumer Affairs reports and recommends:
Relating to electronic funds transfer, information returns, and wage statements.
No action taken.
Ted Kanavas
Chairperson
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Motions Under Senate Rule
98 and Joint Rule
7
for the Month of April 2006
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Darling, for Ryan Alt, on the occasion of earning and attaining the rank of the Eagle Scout Award.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Reynolds, for Pamela Anderson, on the occasion of being recognized by the Wauwatosa Education Association as a Friend of Education.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Lasee, for the Badger Girls State, on the occasion of Wisconsin American Legion Auxiliary and the 780 citizens that will comprise Badger Girls State for the week of June 18-23, 2006.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Kanavas, for Morgan Balicki, on the occasion of earning and attaining the Girl Scout Gold Award.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Darling, for Kathleen Barranco, on the occasion of her 31 years of dedicated service to the School District of Menomonee Falls.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Jauch, for John H. Beirl, on the occasion of being named the 2006 Person of the Year by the Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Reynolds, for Sarah Binder, on the occasion of her graduation from the D.A.R.E. Program.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Reynolds, for Tyler Bohachek, on the occasion of his graduation from the D.A.R.E. Program.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Breske, for Blake James Borchardt, on the occasion of earning and attaining the rank of the Eagle Scout Award.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Grothman, for Sarah Bourgeois, on the occasion of her completion of the Youth Apprenticeship Program.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Darling, for Pat Brandt, on the occasion of 23 years of dedicated service to the School District of Menomonee Falls.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Reynolds, for Gene & Mary Brown, on the occasion of showing exemplary passion in civic activity.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Kanavas, for Nicole Buchanan, on the occasion of earning and attaining the Girl Scout Gold Award.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Risser, for Diane Buchanan of Monona Catering at the Monona Terrace Community Convention Center, on the occasion of being named the 2006 Outstanding Restaurateur of the Year by the Madison Chapter of the Wisconsin Restaurant Association.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Reynolds, for Ana Chandler, on the occasion of being recognized by the Wauwatosa Education Association as a Friend of Education.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Jauch, for The Chetek Alert and Susan E. Rice, on the occasion of receiving the Print Award in the Small Market-Weekly Newspaper category from the Wisconsin Council on Developmental Disabilities.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Reynolds, for Stephanie Chin, on the occasion of being recognized by the Wauwatosa Education Association as a Friend of Education.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Decker, for Alan Christianson, on the occasion of earning and attaining the rank of the Eagle Scout Award.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Cowles, for Bill Collar, on the occasion of being recognized as the 2006 Seymour Outstanding Citizen by the Seymour Kiwanis and the Times Press.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Kapanke, for Couleecap, on the occasion of their 40th anniversary of community action and service.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Grothman, for Ryan Cummings, on the occasion of his completion of the Youth Apprenticeship Program.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Darling, for Bishop Sedgwick Daniels, on the occasion of his dedication to the office of Bishop for Milwaukee and the State of Wisconsin.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Reynolds, for Cathy Denny, on the occasion of being recognized by the Wauwatosa Education Association as a Friend of Education.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Darling, for Linda Derus, on the occasion of her retirement after 20 years of dedicated service to the School District of Menomonee Falls.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Schultz, for Paul G. Differt, on the occasion of his outstanding career of public service to the people of Juneau County and Wisconsin.
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A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Darling, for Thomas Dolan, on the occasion of being honored by the Brown Deer Senior Citizens Club as the 2005 Citizen of the Year.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Grothman, for Kelsey Doll, on the occasion of her completion of the Youth Apprenticeship Program.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Grothman, for Angela Donahoe, on the occasion of her completion of the Youth Apprenticeship Program.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Kanavas, for the Dousman Stagecoach Inn, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of its move and restoration as a nationally recognized historic building.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Reynolds, for Liz Drake, on the occasion of being recognized by the Wauwatosa Education Association as a Friend of Education.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Reynolds, for Cathy Ehlen, on the occasion of being recognized by the Wauwatosa Education Association as a Friend of Education.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Ellis, for Katherine Eisenbrandt, on the occasion of earning and attaining the Girl Scout Gold Award.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Darling, for Joseph Ewing, on the occasion of his retirement after 36-1/2 years of dedicated service to the School District of Menomonee Falls.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Ellis, for Jonathon E. Fietzer, on the occasion of earning and attaining the rank of the Eagle Scout Award.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Reynolds, for Betsy Barrett Flood, on the occasion of being recognized by the Wauwatosa Education Association as a Friend of Education.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Decker, for John and Joyce Flynn, on the occasion of receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Kanavas, for Mario Frangoulis, on the occasion of making time to use his remarkable talents to help further arts education in the State of Wisconsin.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Risser, for Ross Frei, on the occasion of earning and attaining the rank of the Eagle Scout Award.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Darling, for Suzanne Garrison, on the occasion of her 19 years of dedicated service to the School District of Menomonee Falls.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Reynolds, for Jonathan Gevaart, on the occasion of his graduation from the D.A.R.E. Program.
A certificate of congratulations by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Coggs, for the Greater Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, on the occasion of celebrating their 86th Anniversary.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Senate on the motion of Senator Grothman, for Robert Guidinger, on the occasion of his completion of the Youth Apprenticeship Program.
A certificate of commendation by the Wisconsin Legislature on the motion of Senator Lasee, for Kyle Guthrie, on the occasion of earning and attaining the rank of the Eagle Scout Award.
