Monday, January 6, 2003
2:03 P.M.
Ninety-Sixth Regular Session
The Assembly met in the Assembly Chamber located in the State Capitol. Pursuant to Section
13.02 of the Wisconsin Statutes and Assembly Rule
5, the Assembly was called to order by the chief clerk of the 2001-2002 session, Patrick Fuller.
The prayer was offered by Father Jim Baraniak of Saint Norbert Abbey in DePere:
A Reading from the Holy Gospel according to Saint Luke:
Then an argument broke out among them, about which of them should be regarded as the greatest. He said to them, "The kings of the Gentiles, lord it over them, and those in authority over them, are addressed as benefactors; but among you it shall not be so. Rather, let the greatest among you, be as the youngest, and the leader, as the servant. For who is greater; the one seated at the table, or the one who serves? Is it not the one seated at table? And yet I am among you, as the one who serves."
The Gospel of the Lord.
2002 was truly a difficult year for leaders in Church, Government and Corporate America. While we are still reeling with the effects of people in authority - either elected or appointed - who have made serious mistakes in judgement, the cause of such impropriety is rather simple and straight forward.
When we assume people are called to serve and they seek to be served, we are scandalized. When one values self-service over self-sacrifice, we are offended. When one's life is marked by magistry when we are thinking ministry - we are appalled.
But the beginning of a new year, and more specifically a day such as this becomes a Season of Hope. 2003 can be for us a threshold of change, the promise of a brighter future! It is a call for us to reclaim our own innocence!
I assume many of you made certain promises that led you to this chamber today similar to the vows I professed years ago. My hope for each of you this day is the same hope that I have for myself today: may we all be faithful to our promises: may we be true to our word.
But beyond being true to our word, may we be true to the word. May we be true to the word made flesh. The one who came that first Christmas is the one who comes to us this Christmas, this Inauguration Day. For he comes to dispel our darkness, to fill us with light, to serve rather than be served to give his life in ransom for us all. He is the one who makes all things new, the True Leader who makes all life complete. May each of us - with our own unique responsibilities and ministries - take part if the best of that mission! In that affirmation in that challenge, LET US PRAY:
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for including prayer in your very important and historical day in the life of the State of Wisconsin. Specifically, I would like to thank the Speaker of the House, John Gard, for his friendship and for the gracious invitation allowing me to be a part of this Inauguration Day.
For those who believe, we know that Christmas is not just one day, nor is it simply a three-week liturgical season wherein we still find ourselves today. Rather, it is a way of life! For we believe that where two or three are gathered in God's name, when we call upon the name of the Lord, he is truly borne again in our midst.
In the spirit of Christ, then, I call upon the words of Saint Luke the Evangelist whose words were chosen for the Feast of the Holy Innocence within the Christmas season. I believe Luke's words can shed light on our assembly today.
Almighty and Eternal God, You have revealed your glory to all nations. God of power and might, -- of wisdom and justice, through you, authority is rightly administered, laws are enacted -- and judgement is decreed.
We pray for the governor of our state, for the members of the legislature, for judges, all elected civil officials - especially those new to their office this day and all others who are entrusted and guard and celebrate our political welfare. May they be enabled by your powerful protection to discharge their duties with honesty and ability.
We likewise commend to your unbounded mercy all citizens of Wisconsin and the United States; may we be blessed in the knowledge and sanctified in the observance of your holy law. May we be preserved in union and in that peace which the world cannot give or take away. And finally, after enjoying the blessings of this life, may we be admitted to join those who celebrate eternal life.
We pray to you our Almighty God who lives and reigns with our Word made flesh and in the unity of your Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever, AMEN.
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The Colors were presented by Company G, 2nd Battalion, United States Marine Corps.
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Representative-elect Amy Sue Vruwink and Representative-elect Becky Weber led the membership in reciting the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.
Jennifer Komassa of Representative McCormick's office led the membership in singing the "Star Spangled Banner", accompanied by the 132nd Army Band Brass Quintet.
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Communications
State of Wisconsin
Elections Board
Madison
December 6, 2002
Dear Mr. Fuller:
I am pleased to provide you with a copy of the official canvass of the November 5, 2002, General Election vote for representative to the assembly along with the determination by the Chairperson of the State Elections Board of the winners.
With this letter, I am delivering the Certificates of Election and transmittal letters for the winners to you for distribution.
If the State Elections Board can provide you with further information or assistance, please contact our office.
State Elections Board
KEVIN J. KENNEDY
Executive Director
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1st - Garey D. Bies
2590 Settlement Road
Sister Bay 54234
Republican
2nd - Frank G. Lasee
1601 Riverbend Terrace
Green Bay 54311
Republican
3rd - Alvin R. Ott
W2168 Campground Road
P.O. Box 112
Forest Junction 54123
Republican
4th - Phil Montgomery
1305 Oak Crest Drive
Green Bay 54313
Republican
5th - Becky Weber
2811 Antler Trail
Green Bay 54313
Republican
6th - John H. Ainsworth
W6382 Waukechon Road
Shawano 54166
Republican
7th - Peggy Krusick
3426 South 69th Street
Milwaukee 53219
Democrat
8th - Pedro A. Colon
338 West Walker Street
Milwaukee 53204
Democrat
9th - Josh Zepnick
3173 South 49th Street
Milwaukee 53219
Democrat
10th - Annette Polly Williams
3927 North 16th Street
Milwaukee 53206-2918
Democrat
11th - Johnnie E. Morris
3711 West Douglas Avenue
Milwaukee 53209
Democrat
12th - Shirley I. Krug
9352 West Terra Court
Milwaukee 53224
Democrat
13th - David A. Cullen
2845 North 68th Street
Milwaukee 53210
Democrat
14th - Leah Vukmir
2544 North 93rd Street
Wauwatosa 53226
Republican
15th - Tony Staskunas
2010 South 103rd Court
West Allis 53227
Democrat
16th - Leon D. Young
2224 North 17th Street
Milwaukee 53205
Democrat
17th - G. Spencer Coggs
3732 North 40th Street
Milwaukee 53216
Democrat
18th - Antonio R. Riley
1132 North 22nd Street
Milwaukee 53233
Democrat
19th - Jon Richards
1823 North Oakland Avenue
Milwaukee 53202
Democrat
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20th - Christine M. Sinicki
3132 South Indiana Avenue
Milwaukee 53207
Democrat
21st - Jeffrey T. Plale
1404 18th Avenue
South Milwaukee 53172
Democrat
