Dear Patrick:
Pursuant to Wisconsin State Statute Section
15.445(4)(a), please be advised I have appointed Representative Scott Gunderson to the Wisconsin State Fair Park Board.
Sincerely,
Mike Huebsch
Assembly Speaker
Communications
January 11, 2007
Governor Jim Doyle
State Capitol
Hand Delivered
Dear Governor Doyle:
I would like to appoint the following Democratic Assembly members to the underlying boards.
Building Commission:
Representative Jennifer Shilling
Education Communications Board:
Representative Marlin Schneider
Joint Survey Committee on Retirement Systems:
Representative Dave Travis
Rural Economic Development Board:
Representative Amy Sue Vruwink
State Capitol and Executive Residence Board:
Representative Marlin Schneider
State Fair Park Board:
Representative Tony Staskunas
State Historical Society Board of Curators:
Representative Terese Berceau
Joint Survey Committee on Tax Exemptions:
Representative Mary Hubler
Council on Tourism:
Representative John Steinbrink
WHEDA Board:
Representative Polly Williams
Sincerely,
Jim Kreuser
Assembly Democratic Leader
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January 23, 2007
Patrick Fuller
Assembly Chief Clerk
17 West Main Street, Suite 401
Madison, WI 53708
Dear Chief Clerk Fuller:
Please add my name as a co‐sponsor of Assembly Bill 22.
Sincerely,
Joe Leibham
State Senator
9th Senate District
Referral of Agency Reports
State of Wisconsin
Department of Health and Family Services
Madison
January 16, 2007
To the Honorable, the Legislature:
In
1997 Act 27, the 97‐99 Biennial Budget, the Legislature established requirements in state law intended to strengthen protections for children and vulnerable adults in organized care settings. The provisions require, among other things, that designated caregivers conduct background checks on all new and existing staff and bar them from employing anyone who has committed certain crimes or acts. DHFS and (for certain child care providers) counties and local school boards must perform checks on a provider before issuing a license or other credential. Individuals who have committed prohibited crimes or acts may apply to the Department, counties, or school boards for a waiver of the employment or licensing bans upon evidence of rehabilitation.
Sections
48.685(5g) and
50.065(5g) of the Wisconsin Statutes direct the Department to submit an annual report to the legislature that specifies the number of persons who have sought waivers of employment or licensing bans by requesting to demonstrate that they have been rehabilitated. The report must also specify the number of requests that were approved and the reasons for the success or failure of the requests. Attached is the report for 2006.
Questions about this report should be referred to Diane Welsh, Chief Legal Counsel, at 608‐266‐1404.
Thank you for distributing this report to members of the Assembly.
Sincerely,
Kevin R. Hayden
Secretary
Referred to committee on Health and Health Care Reform.
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State of Wisconsin
Department of Administration
Madison
January 22, 2007
To the Honorable, the Legislature:
Included with this correspondence, I am submitting the report of the Department of Administration, Division of Gaming (Gaming), for the second quarter of fiscal year 2007 (October 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006). As required by s.
562.02 (1)(g), Wis. Stats., the attached materials contain pari‐mutuel wagering and racing statistical information, as well as the revenues for the program areas of Racing, Charitable Gaming, Bingo and Indian Gaming. Geneva Lakes Greyhound Track ceased operations on April 1, 2006 and therefore is no longer included in the Pari‐Mutuel Wagering Statistics.
If you have any questions or comments regarding this report, please do not hesitate to contact Rachel Meek at (608) 270‐2535.
Sincerely,
Robert W. Sloey
Administrator
Referred to committee on State Affairs.
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Agency Reports
State of Wisconsin
Legislative Audit Bureau
Madison
January 12, 2007
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, 2005 through December 31, 2006.
In the 2005‐06 biennium, we produced more than 80 independent audits, evaluations, reviews, opinions, and certifications. This work helps 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. It frequently includes recommendations to improve government programs and services, maximize federal reimbursements, and ensure that 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
