Association of Wisconsin Tourism Attractions

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Tourism attractions.

Lobbying Interests:
All matters affecting Tourism Attractions, especially related to tourism promotion funding and the school opening date.

CEO Name:
Sue Donaldson
President

Contact
TD
Tom Diehl
PO Box 65
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
(608) 254-2525
(608) 254-6103
tom@tommybartlett.com
wiattraction.com

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On
Chet Gerlach Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/21/2003 Withdrawn On N/A

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 321
Assembly Bill 321
relating to: the prohibition against underage persons entering or being on any premises operating under an alcohol beverage license.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/19/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 395
Assembly Bill 395
relating to: the number of school days required each school term.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
8/6/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 404
Assembly Bill 404
relating to: authorizing counties to impose a room tax.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/25/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 496
Assembly Bill 496
relating to: the removal of nonconforming outdoor advertising signs.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/9/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 651
Assembly Bill 651
relating to: parental liability for acts of their minor child, recovery of damages for certain criminal actions, increasing the jurisdictional amount in small claims court, garnishment, attorney fees, exemption from execution of accounts, civil actions by ...

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 138

For
Notification Date
2/18/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 748
Assembly Bill 748
relating to: removal of vegetation along highways under the jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/11/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 790
Assembly Bill 790
relating to: operation of motorboats by persons who are at least 16 years of age and born after a certain date.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/25/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 858
Assembly Bill 858
relating to: a municipality's and county's ability to eliminate certain nonconforming buildings or premises.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/26/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 870
Assembly Bill 870
relating to: displaying attractions on highway specific information signs.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/26/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 918
Assembly Bill 918
relating to: changes to the room tax law and the creation of destination marketing organizations and tourism committees.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/2/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 165
Senate Bill 165
relating to: prohibiting the erection of new off-premises outdoor advertising signs.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/25/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 239
Senate Bill 239
relating to: the removal of nonconforming outdoor advertising signs.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/10/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 390
Senate Bill 390
relating to: removal of vegetation along highways under the jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/11/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 416
Senate Bill 416
relating to: failure to pay for tickets at recreational attractions and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 252

For
Notification Date
2/18/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 505
Senate Bill 505
relating to: changes to the room tax law and the creation of destination marketing organizations and tourism committees.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/2/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Budget Bill Subjects

Tourism
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Tourism

Notification Date
2/25/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
We support increased funding for tourism promotion.

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

Comm 90, design and construction of public swimming pools and fees.
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm 90, design and construction of public swimming pools and fees.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 554 (2/15/2002)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-052
Other
Notification Date
9/23/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

DWD 270, regulation of child labor.
Agency Name
Workforce Development
Subject
DWD 270, regulation of child labor.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 555 (3/15/2002)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-010
Against
Notification Date
9/24/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

permitting more signage in Wisconsin directing visitors to member attractions.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
permitting more signage in Wisconsin directing visitors to member attractions.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
8/19/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

minimum wage - we support a statewide uniform minimum wage that is higher than the current $5.15/hour. In addition we support the creation of a "training" wage and a freeze on the current minimum wage as it applies to tipped employees.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
minimum wage - we support a statewide uniform minimum wage that is higher than the current $5.15/hour. In addition we support the creation of a "training" wage and a freeze on the current minimum wage as it applies to tipped employees.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
5/25/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Administative Rule relating to exemptions to the starting date for K-12 public schools in Wisconsin.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Administative Rule relating to exemptions to the starting date for K-12 public schools in Wisconsin.

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
11/18/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Fraud committed against attractions
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Fraud committed against attractions

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
9/17/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

room tax
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
room tax

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
7/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

We support the confirmation of Jim Holperin as Secretary of Tourism.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
We support the confirmation of Jim Holperin as Secretary of Tourism.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
7/16/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

All legislation relating to a room tax
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
All legislation relating to a room tax

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
6/25/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Confirmation of Kevin Shibilski as Department of Tourism Secretary
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Confirmation of Kevin Shibilski as Department of Tourism Secretary

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/24/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

All matters relating to highway funding
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
All matters relating to highway funding

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
9/25/2002
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Association of Wisconsin Tourism Attractions

Tourism promotion funding
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Tourism promotion funding

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
8/27/2002
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Association of Wisconsin Tourism Attractions

Total Lobbying Effort

  2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2004
January - June
$15,388.00
2004
July - December
$17,053.00
Total $32,441.00
Total Hours Communicating 2004
January - June
19.00
2004
July - December
7.20
Total 26.20
Total Hours Other 2004
January - June
67.00
2004
July - December
31.30
Total 98.30

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

relating to: displaying attractions on highway specific information signs.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
15%
2004
July - December
Total 10%
relating to: failure to pay for tickets at recreational attractions and providing penalties.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
20%
2004
July - December
Total 14%

Budget Bill Subjects

No budget bill subjects found.

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
20%
Total 6%
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
20%
Total 6%

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
20%
2004
July - December
Total 14%
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
10%
Total 3%
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
20%
Total 6%

Minor Efforts

(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)

Minor Efforts
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
45%
2004
July - December
Total 31%

Other Matters

Includes time spent on:

  • Gubernatorial nominations
  • Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication

Other Matters
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
30%
Total 9%

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures