Joint Committee on Review of Criminal Penalties
Rep. Joel Kleefisch, Chair
Assembly Rules
Rep. Scott Suder, Chair
Rep. Jeff Fitzgerald
Rep. Bill Kramer
Rep. Dan Knodl
Rep. John Murtha
Rep. Mary Williams
Building Commission
Rep. Dean Kaufert, Chair
Rep. Joan Ballweg
Law Revision
Rep. Jim Ott, Chair
Rep. Bill Kramer
Assembly Organization
Rep. Jeff Fitzgerald, Chair
Rep. Scott Suder
Rep. Bill Kramer
Rep. Dan Knodl
Rep. Joan Ballweg
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Referral of Agency Reports
State of Wisconsin
Department of Justice
Madison
January 6, 2011
To the Honorable, the Legislature:
Section
165.90 of the Wisconsin Statutes requires the Department of Justice to report on the performance of cooperative county-tribal law enforcement programs receiving aid under this section. This letter constitutes our report.
This marks the twenty-third year that the Department has awarded grants for cooperative county-tribal law enforcement programs. The statutes require counties and tribes to develop joint program plans. The Department requires plans to include resolutions of support for the plan adopted by county boards and tribal governing bodies, to signify cooperation and mutual commitment.
This program pays for a variety of law enforcement services to Native American communities across Wisconsin. Grants have been used for the costs of personnel, patrol, investigation, crime prevention, K-9 units, information technology, law enforcement training, alternatives to drug abuse and gang involvement, diversity training, cultural awareness education, and emergency/rescue equipment. An increasing number of grants are awarded to programs that include tribal police departments, generally helping to pay for tribal liaison personnel and patrol services provided to Native American reservations and communities.
The amount appropriated for this program in State Fiscal Year 2010 was $701,300. Grant funds come from tribal gaming receipts as appropriated in the biennial budget. For Calendar Year 2010, the Department issued 19 awards totaling $701,300. These awards were in the following amounts:
CY2010
County Tribe
Award
The Department of Justice's County Tribal Law Enforcement Grant Program continues to help local law enforcement provide needed services in Native American communities. In addition, this program helps build a cooperative atmosphere and positive relationship between law enforcement and tribal governments and communities. I am pleased to share information regarding this important program with you.
Sincerely,
J.B. Van Hollen
Attorney General
Referred to committee on Criminal Justice and Corrections.
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State of Wisconsin
Department of Health Services
Madison
January 7, 2011
To the Honorable, the Legislature:
The attached report is submitted to the Legislature pursuant to s.
46.27 (11g) and s.
46.277 (Sm) of the Wisconsin statutes, which require the Department of Health Services to submit an annual report for the Community Options Program (COP) and the Home and Community-Based Waivers (COP-W/CIP II). The attached report describes the persons served, program expenditures, and services delivered through the COP, COP-Waiver and CIP II programs in calendar year 2009.
The Community Options Program provides services to people who are elderly or who have a physical, developmental or mental disability, and is coordinated with all of Wisconsin's Medicaid Home and Community-Based Waivers including Family Care. With the Department's oversight, county agencies are able to ensure that a comprehensive and individualized care plan is provided, while maintaining program flexibility and integrity, and maximizing federal matching funds.
Sincerely,
Dennis G. Smith
Secretary
Referred to committee on Aging and Long-Term Care.
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Agency Reports
State of Wisconsin
Legislative Audit Bureau
Madison
January 4, 2011
To the Honorable, the Assembly:
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, 2009, through December 31, 2010.
During that biennium, we produced more than 70 independent audits, evaluations, reviews, opinions, and certifications. Our work helps to assure the Legislature and the public that financial transactions and management decisions are made effectively, efficiently, and in compliance with the law and that the policies and practices of state agencies are consistent with legislative intent. Our reports frequently include recommendations that improve government programs and services, maximize federal reimbursements, and ensure public funds are wisely spent and appropriately accounted for. We are proud to deliver accurate and useful information that enhances accountability 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.
Respectfully submitted,
Janice Mueller
State Auditor
