Apartment Association of Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc.
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Trade organization representing the interests of rental property owners and the rental housing industry of southeastern Wisconsin
Lobbying Interests:
Landlord/tenant legislation and administrative rules Municipal regulation of the rental housing industry Construction, safety and budget issues affecting rental property owners
CEO Name:
Joe Dahl
Counsel
Trade organization representing the interests of rental property owners and the rental housing industry of southeastern Wisconsin
Lobbying Interests:
Landlord/tenant legislation and administrative rules Municipal regulation of the rental housing industry Construction, safety and budget issues affecting rental property owners
CEO Name:
Joe Dahl
Counsel
Contact
HG
Heiner Giese
1216 N. Prospect Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53202-3061
(414) 276-7988
(414) 276-8342
hgiese@ameritech.net
http://www.apartmentassoc.org
1216 N. Prospect Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53202-3061
(414) 276-7988
(414) 276-8342
hgiese@ameritech.net
http://www.apartmentassoc.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heiner Giese | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/28/2015 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| E Joe Murray | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/28/2015 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 111
Relating to: inspection of certain renovations of one-family and two-family dwellings and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
8/10/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We remain opposed to AB 111 but are neutral on companion bill SB 87 which corrects defects we perceived in AB 111.
Relating to: inspection of certain renovations of one-family and two-family dwellings and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date8/10/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We remain opposed to AB 111 but are neutral on companion bill SB 87 which corrects defects we perceived in AB 111.
Assembly Bill 568
Relating to: terminating a tenancy for criminal activity or drug-related criminal activity; disposition of personal property left in rental property by a trespasser; preexisting sprinkler ordinances that are stricter than the multifamily dwelling code; tow...
Bill Text and History
2015 Wisconsin Act 176
12/8/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: terminating a tenancy for criminal activity or drug-related criminal activity; disposition of personal property left in rental property by a trespasser; preexisting sprinkler ordinances that are stricter than the multifamily dwelling code; tow...
Bill Text and History
2015 Wisconsin Act 176
For
Notification Date12/8/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 583
Relating to: lodging establishments and restricting a local government's ability to prohibit or restrict a person from renting out of the person's residential dwelling. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/8/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: lodging establishments and restricting a local government's ability to prohibit or restrict a person from renting out of the person's residential dwelling. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/8/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 720
Relating to: the redemption period and notice of sale applicable to a foreclosure action involving noncommercial property and procedures regarding abandoned property in a foreclosure action.
Bill Text and History
2015 Wisconsin Act 376
1/25/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Support concept of shortening redemption period for foreclosures of owner-occupied properties. Requiring sale or vacating of lien should also apply to non-owner occupied properties.
Relating to: the redemption period and notice of sale applicable to a foreclosure action involving noncommercial property and procedures regarding abandoned property in a foreclosure action.
Bill Text and History
2015 Wisconsin Act 376
Other
Notification Date1/25/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Support concept of shortening redemption period for foreclosures of owner-occupied properties. Requiring sale or vacating of lien should also apply to non-owner occupied properties.
Senate Bill 87
Relating to: inspection of certain renovations of one-family and two-family dwellings and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/11/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This Senate bill corrects defects we perceived in AB 111.
Relating to: inspection of certain renovations of one-family and two-family dwellings and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date9/11/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This Senate bill corrects defects we perceived in AB 111.
Senate Bill 279
Relating to: real estate transfer fee returns for conveyances exempt from the fee. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2015 Wisconsin Act 145
10/5/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: real estate transfer fee returns for conveyances exempt from the fee. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2015 Wisconsin Act 145
For
Notification Date10/5/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 445
Relating to: terminating a tenancy for criminal activity or drug-related criminal activity; disposition of personal property left in rental property by a trespasser; preexisting sprinkler ordinances that are stricter than the multifamily dwelling code; tow...
Bill Text and History
12/11/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: terminating a tenancy for criminal activity or drug-related criminal activity; disposition of personal property left in rental property by a trespasser; preexisting sprinkler ordinances that are stricter than the multifamily dwelling code; tow...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/11/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 616
Relating to: requiring a supermajority vote for bills overturning local government policies, ordinances, and regulations.
Bill Text and History
2/9/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: requiring a supermajority vote for bills overturning local government policies, ordinances, and regulations.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/9/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Potential legislation concerning limited liability companies, sheriff sales and nuisance actions by municipalities against property owners
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Potential legislation concerning limited liability companies, sheriff sales and nuisance actions by municipalities against property owners
Potential legislation concerning limited liability companies, sheriff sales and nuisance actions by municipalities against property owners
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/22/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/22/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wisconsin Courts WCCA Oversight Committee
Wisconsin Courts WCCA Oversight Committee
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
12/7/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
12/7/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Rental property issues including weatherization regulations, tenant security deposit withholding and rent control issues.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Rental property issues including weatherization regulations, tenant security deposit withholding and rent control issues.
Rental property issues including weatherization regulations, tenant security deposit withholding and rent control issues.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
11/15/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
11/15/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative Council Study Committee on Access to Civil Legal Services
Legislative Council Study Committee on Access to Civil Legal Services
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/1/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/1/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Granting of stays of the writ of restitution to tenants in eviction actions
Granting of stays of the writ of restitution to tenants in eviction actions
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
10/9/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
10/9/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Time-0f-sale statute 706.22, regulating squatters and fees on conveyances of real estate
Time-0f-sale statute 706.22, regulating squatters and fees on conveyances of real estate
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
10/1/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
10/1/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
LRB-3011 - terminating tenancy for criminal activity; open meetings law notice; sprinkler ordinances; towing vehicles from private property; terminating tenancies for non-rent breach; limit polit. subdiv.right to regulate rental units, historic, sign
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-3011 - terminating tenancy for criminal activity; open meetings law notice; sprinkler ordinances; towing vehicles from private property; terminating tenancies for non-rent breach; limit polit. subdiv.right to regulate rental units, historic, sign
LRB-3011 - terminating tenancy for criminal activity; open meetings law notice; sprinkler ordinances; towing vehicles from private property; terminating tenancies for non-rent breach; limit polit. subdiv.right to regulate rental units, historic, sign
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
9/11/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
9/11/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Towing regulations pertaining to vehicles parked on private property. Rule EmR 1514 and Rule Tran 319
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Towing regulations pertaining to vehicles parked on private property. Rule EmR 1514 and Rule Tran 319
Towing regulations pertaining to vehicles parked on private property. Rule EmR 1514 and Rule Tran 319
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
7/28/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
7/28/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
An amendment to public notice statutes providing for increased advance notice of local laws proposed by local government entities.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
An amendment to public notice statutes providing for increased advance notice of local laws proposed by local government entities.
An amendment to public notice statutes providing for increased advance notice of local laws proposed by local government entities.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/28/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/28/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
An amendment to landlord/tenant law providing for a 5-day notice for violations other than non-payment of rent for month-to-month tenants.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
An amendment to landlord/tenant law providing for a 5-day notice for violations other than non-payment of rent for month-to-month tenants.
An amendment to landlord/tenant law providing for a 5-day notice for violations other than non-payment of rent for month-to-month tenants.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/28/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/28/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
An amendment to landlord/tenant law providing for termination of tenancy for commission of a crime without the right to cure
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
An amendment to landlord/tenant law providing for termination of tenancy for commission of a crime without the right to cure
An amendment to landlord/tenant law providing for termination of tenancy for commission of a crime without the right to cure
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/28/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/28/2015
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2015 January - June $8,370.60 |
2015 July - December $16,220.80 |
2016 January - June $12,694.90 |
2016 July - December $5,755.00 |
Total $43,041.30 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2015 January - June 51.40 |
2015 July - December 62.85 |
2016 January - June 33.70 |
2016 July - December 10.30 |
Total 158.25 |
| Total Hours Other | 2015 January - June 36.10 |
2015 July - December 75.45 |
2016 January - June 60.40 |
2016 July - December 16.70 |
Total 188.65 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: inspection of certain renovations of one-family and two-family dwellings and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December 1% |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: inspection of certain renovations of one-family and two-family dwellings and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December 2% |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: lodging establishments and restricting a local government's ability to prohibit or restrict a person from renting out of the person's residential dwelling. (FE)
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December 4% |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: real estate transfer fee returns for conveyances exempt from the fee. (FE)
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December 5% |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: terminating a tenancy for criminal activity or drug-related criminal activity; disposition of personal property left in rental property by a trespasser; preexisting sprinkler ordinances that are stricter than the multifamily dwelling code; towing vehicles illegally parked on private property; terminating certain tenancies for breaches other than failure to pay rent; limitations on the authority of political subdivisions to regulate rental units, historic properties, and signs; prohibiting local governmental units from imposing real property purchase or residential real property occupancy requirements; creating a criminal penalty; and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December 25% |
2016 January - June 31% |
2016 July - December |
Total 18% |
Relating to: terminating a tenancy for criminal activity or drug-related criminal activity; disposition of personal property left in rental property by a trespasser; preexisting sprinkler ordinances that are stricter than the multifamily dwelling code; towing vehicles illegally parked on private property; terminating certain tenancies for breaches other than failure to pay rent; limitations on the authority of political subdivisions to regulate rental units, historic properties, and signs; prohibiting local governmental units from imposing real property purchase or residential real property occupancy requirements; creating a criminal penalty; and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December 35% |
2016 January - June 30% |
2016 July - December |
Total 22% |
Relating to: requiring a supermajority vote for bills overturning local government policies, ordinances, and regulations.
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June 3% |
2016 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: the redemption period and notice of sale applicable to a foreclosure action involving noncommercial property and procedures regarding abandoned property in a foreclosure action.
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June 36% |
2016 July - December |
Total 10% |
Budget Bill Subjects
No budget bill subjects found.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Towing regulations pertaining to vehicles parked on private property. Rule EmR 1514 and Rule Tran 319
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June 10% |
2015 July - December 3% |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total 4% |
An amendment to public notice statutes providing for increased advance notice of local laws proposed by local government entities.
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June 10% |
2015 July - December 5% |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total 5% |
An amendment to landlord/tenant law providing for a 5-day notice for violations other than non-payment of rent for month-to-month tenants.
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June 20% |
2015 July - December 3% |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total 6% |
An amendment to landlord/tenant law providing for termination of tenancy for commission of a crime without the right to cure
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June 60% |
2015 July - December 5% |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total 17% |
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December 1% |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December 5% |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total 2% |
LRB-3011 - terminating tenancy for criminal activity; open meetings law notice; sprinkler ordinances; towing vehicles from private property; terminating tenancies for non-rent breach; limit polit. subdiv.right to regulate rental units, historic, sign
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December 6% |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total 2% |
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December 3% |
Total < 1% |
Rental property issues including weatherization regulations, tenant security deposit withholding and rent control issues.
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December 10% |
Total < 1% |
Potential legislation concerning limited liability companies, sheriff sales and nuisance actions by municipalities against property owners
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December 18% |
Total 1% |
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 January - June |
2015 July - December |
2016 January - June |
2016 July - December 22% |
Total 2% |
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
Includes time spent on:
- Gubernatorial nominations
- Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication