Wisconsin Towns Association

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Voluntary association of town and village governments.

Lobbying Interests:
Wisconsin Towns Association will attempt to influence both state legislation and administrative rules that impact on the role of state and local governments, including but not limited to transportation; taxation; environment; land use; solid waste/recycling; annexation/ boundary issues; state funding of local government and local school districts.

CEO Name:
Richard Stadelman
Executive Director

Contact
RJS
Richard J Stadelman
W7686 County Road MMM
Shawano, WI 54166-6086
(715) 526-3157
(715) 524-3917
wtowns@frontiernet.net
www.wisctowns.com

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

January 2007 Special Session Senate Bill 1
January 2007 Special Session Senate Bill 1
relating to: creation of a Government Accountability Board, enforcement of elections, ethics, and lobbying regulation laws, venue for prosecution of certain offenses, granting rule-making authority, making appropriations, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 1

Other
Notification Date
1/23/2007
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
Opposed to repeal of reimbursement of additional costs for extended polling hours provided under Sec. 5.68 (7) of Wis. Statutes, as prososed on page 26 line 13 of original bill draft.
Assembly Bill 1
Assembly Bill 1
state finances and appropriations. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/14/2008
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
Concerned how budget repair bill is balanced. WTA oppposes transfers from transportation fund.
Assembly Bill 20
Assembly Bill 20
relating to: providing loans to persons who are paying more property taxes as a result of the Department of Revenue's error in calculating equalized value and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/23/2007
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 33
Assembly Bill 33
relating to: the distribution of the penalty for converting agricultural land.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/9/2007
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 46
Assembly Bill 46
relating to: daylight saving time and closing hours for certain alcohol beverages retailers.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/20/2007
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 55
Assembly Bill 55
relating to: the qualifications of newspapers permitted to publish legal notices and allowing mailing of legal notices instead of publishing.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
2/20/2007
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 59
Assembly Bill 59
relating to: the operation of all-terrain vehicles on highways for the purpose of certain types of access and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/9/2007
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 79
Assembly Bill 79
relating to: the powers of certain towns, authorizing the creation of charter towns by certain town boards, and expanding the authority of charter towns to create tax incremental financing districts.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/20/2007
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 82
Assembly Bill 82
relating to: recall of elective town sanitary district commissioners.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 56

For
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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 118
Assembly Bill 118
relating to: requiring local governmental units to consider relationships with drainage districts in the preparation of comprehensive plans, requiring local governments to provide notice to drainage districts regarding proposals that affect drainage distri...

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 121

Other
Notification Date
4/9/2007
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
Wish to express to concerns as drafted and wish to reserve position until substitute amendment is drafted
Assembly Bill 123
Assembly Bill 123
relating to: the frequency of wage payments to volunteer fire fighters.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 7

For
Notification Date
3/8/2007
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 134
Assembly Bill 134
relating to: engineering work for certain Department of Transportation highway projects.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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 140
Assembly Bill 140
relating to: school board approval of subdivision plats.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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 170
Assembly Bill 170
relating to: publication of municipal legal notices.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/22/2007
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 207
Assembly Bill 207
relating to: regulation of cable television and video service providers.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 42

Against
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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 need to amend to guarantee municipal authority over rights-of-way and street opening fees. IN addition, we need a build-out throughout the entire municipality.
Assembly Bill 219
Assembly Bill 219
relating to: property tax installments paid no later than five working days after the due date and imposing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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 244
Assembly Bill 244
relating to: eliminating the personal property tax.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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 253
Assembly Bill 253
relating to: the apportionment of law enforcement services costs among counties and municipalities.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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 254
Assembly Bill 254
relating to: municipal boundary agreements and the use of alternative dispute resolution in municipal boundary disputes.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 43

Other
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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 255
Assembly Bill 255
relating to: Department of Administration advisory review of certain annexations.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
12/6/2007
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 259
Assembly Bill 259
relating to: the acquisition by the Department of Transportation of land for mitigation related to highway projects.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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 oppose this without an amendment that would include the town objection.
Assembly Bill 290
Assembly Bill 290
relating to: requiring funding for bills imposing state mandates on local units of government.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/22/2007
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 334
Assembly Bill 334
relating to: designating feral pigs as harmful wild animals.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 119

For
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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 341
Assembly Bill 341
relating to: imposing fees for acquiring public park land, dedicating storm water treatment facilities to the public, changing the time relating to when impact fees must be paid and used, and regulating the costs of certain professional services provided t...

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 44

For
Notification Date
5/22/2007
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
This bill is a compromise between various organizations to modify the changes made in the last legislative session. As a compromise Wisconsin Towns Association supports AB 341.
Assembly Bill 350
Assembly Bill 350
relating to: creation of a Joint Committee on State Mandates and required funding of state mandates.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/16/2007
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 374
Assembly Bill 374
relating to: creating a commercial driver license exception for municipal officials operating commercial motor vehicles.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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 407
Assembly Bill 407
relating to: the removal of nonconforming outdoor advertising signs.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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 409
Assembly Bill 409
relating to: expanding the area in which a tax incremental district's project costs may be expended.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 57

Against
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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.
Other
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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
WTA is concerned that this may be used for expenditures that do not benefit the TIF district if the Joint Review Board does not object. Also why can't towns have the same TIF authority?
Other
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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 question whether the Joint Review boards will properly review to determine if the expenditure benefits the District. Also we beleive towns should have the same authority to create TIFs.
Assembly Bill 423
Assembly Bill 423
relating to: extraterritorial plat approval on basis of land's use.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/26/2007
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
This bill will reverse Woods v. City of Madison case. The effect of the bill will be to only allow city or village to deny a plat or certified survey map upon land use if based upon extraterritorial zoning agreement.
Assembly Bill 426
Assembly Bill 426
relating to: determining the value of billboards for personal property tax purposes.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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 446
Assembly Bill 446
relating to: reimbursement for damages caused by dogs and the use of funds derived from the licensing of dogs.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
8/29/2007
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
Appeared at Committee hearing to answer questions. WTA supports intent to provide secure fund for dog claims, no position on shifting all investigation to the county.
For
Notification Date
8/29/2007
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 500
Assembly Bill 500
relating to: issuance of retail intoxicating liquor licenses.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 69

For
Notification Date
11/28/2007
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 527
Assembly Bill 527
relating to: authorizing an elective member of a political subdivision's governing body to refuse his or her salary.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/14/2007
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
Support bill, but ask that the IRS interpretation of whether IRS code may consider "constructive receipt" of compensation subject to FICA taxes.
Assembly Bill 531
Assembly Bill 531
relating to: the frequency of wage payments to volunteer fire fighters and emergency medical technicians.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 195

For
Notification Date
11/27/2007
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
This bill is a necessary clarification of 2007 Wis. Act 7 to allow the option of quarterly payments to volunteer firefighters and EMT's in addition to semiannual and annual payments.
Assembly Bill 543
Assembly Bill 543
relating to: determinations of ordinary high-water marks by counties and by the Department of Natural Resources.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/16/2007
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 553
Assembly Bill 553
relating to: limiting the use of the lowest responsible bidder process and requiring local units of government to use the qualification-based selection process for certain public works consulting contracts.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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 582
Assembly Bill 582
relating to: changing the requirements for the publication of certain actions taken by certain local governments.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
12/7/2007
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 706
Assembly Bill 706
relating to: specifically authorizing local governmental units to issue debt related to the brownfields revolving loan program.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 188

For
Notification Date
2/26/2008
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 718
Assembly Bill 718
relating to: delaying the implementation date of the comprehensive planning statute.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
2/6/2008
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
WTA supports a delay to 1/1/2012 for those local units who invoke delay through a resolution adopted by elected governing body. WTA supports increased funding for comprehensive grants to $4 million per year.
Assembly Bill 719
Assembly Bill 719
relating to: utility aid payments to towns and counties for production plants that generate electricity from wind power.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/26/2008
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 785
Assembly Bill 785
relating to: notification to counties of the harvesting of raw forest products.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/12/2008
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 788
Assembly Bill 788
relating to: creating an exception to local levy limits for certain fire protection services.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/12/2008
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 796
Assembly Bill 796
relating to: the requirement to build and maintain partition fences.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/25/2008
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
Concern about how this change would affect town officers role as fence viewers if the responsibility for sharing line fences is changed.
Assembly Bill 804
Assembly Bill 804
relating to: the authority of the Department of Justice and public nuisance actions.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/25/2008
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
Concerned about requiring the municipality to pay for costs (including attorney fees) if a public nuisance is not proven.
Assembly Bill 805
Assembly Bill 805
relating to: compensation for the reduction in the fair market value of private real property.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/18/2008
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 869
Assembly Bill 869
relating to: expanding an exception to local levy limits for levies for debts incurred by a joint fire department.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 129

For
Notification Date
2/23/2008
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 899
Assembly Bill 899
relating to: requiring that local regulation of a wind energy system be consistent with Public Service Commission rules and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/3/2008
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 Joint Resolution 23
Assembly Joint Resolution 23
relating to: limiting the annual percentage increase in property tax assessments and prohibiting property tax rate increases without voter approval (first consideration).

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
3/8/2007
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 Joint Resolution 34
Assembly Joint Resolution 34
relating to: the creation of state funds and accounts and prohibiting the state from changing the purpose of any state fund or program revenue appropriation account (first consideration).

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/4/2007
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 Joint Resolution 39
Assembly Joint Resolution 39
relating to: different property tax levy rates for parts of cities, villages, towns, counties, and school districts added by attachments to school districts, consolidations, and boundary changes under cooperative agreements (first consideration).

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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 14
Senate Bill 14
relating to: providing loans to persons who are paying more property taxes as a result of the Department of Revenue's error in calculating equalized value and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 4

For
Notification Date
3/8/2007
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 17
Senate Bill 17
relating to: the powers of certain towns, authorizing the creation of charter towns by certain town boards, and expanding the authority of charter towns to create tax incremental financing districts.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/5/2007
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 36
Senate Bill 36
relating to: the powers of certain towns, authorizing the creation of charter towns by certain town boards, and expanding the authority of charter towns to create tax incremental financing districts.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/13/2007
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 52
Senate Bill 52
relating to: daylight saving time and closing hours for certain alcohol beverages retailers.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 3

For
Notification Date
2/22/2007
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 107
Senate Bill 107
relating to: regulation of cable television and video service providers.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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 need to amend to guarantee municipal authority over rights-of way and street opening fees. In addition, we need build-out throughout entire municipality.
Senate Bill 122
Senate Bill 122
relating to: the property tax exemption for waste treatment facilities.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 19

For
Notification Date
4/20/2007
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 134
Senate Bill 134
relating to: municipal boundary agreements and the use of alternative dispute resolution in municipal boundary disputes.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/15/2007
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 140
Senate Bill 140
relating to: the acquisition by the Department of Transportation of land for mitigation related to highway projects.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/15/2007
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 202
Senate Bill 202
relating to: specifically authorizing local governmental units to issue debt related to the brownfields revolving loan program.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/26/2008
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 203
Senate Bill 203
relating to: authorizing cities, villages, towns, and counties to solicit bids for certain contracts by using the Internet.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/23/2008
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 204
Senate Bill 204
relating to: the removal of nonconforming outdoor advertising signs.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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 220
Senate Bill 220
relating to: determining the value of billboards for personal property tax purposes.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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 223
Senate Bill 223
relating to: expanding the area in which a tax incremental district's project costs may be expended.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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.
Other
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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
WTA is concerned that this may be used for expenditures that do not benefit the TIF district if the Joint Review Board does not object. Also why can't towns have the same TIF authority?
Other
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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 question whether the Joint Review boards will properly review to determine if the expenditure benefits the District. Also we beleive towns should have the same authority to create TIFs.
Senate Bill 280
Senate Bill 280
relating to: authorizing an elective member of a political subdivision's governing body to refuse his or her salary.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 49

For
Notification Date
11/14/2007
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
Support bill, but ask that the IRS interpretation of whether IRS code may consider "constructive receipt" of compensation subject to FICA taxes.
Senate Bill 295
Senate Bill 295
relating to: limiting the use of the lowest responsible bidder process and requiring local units of government to use the qualification-based selection process for certain public works consulting contracts.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
12/9/2007
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 335
Senate Bill 335
relating to: changing the requirements for the publication of certain actions taken by certain local governments.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 72

For
Notification Date
1/23/2008
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 399
Senate Bill 399
relating to: issuance of retail intoxicating liquor licenses.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/26/2008
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 437
Senate Bill 437
relating to: utility aid payments to towns and counties for production plants that generate electricity from wind power.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/26/2008
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 544
Senate Bill 544
relating to: requiring that local regulation of a wind energy system be consistent with Public Service Commission rules and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/3/2008
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

Administration: Land Information
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Administration: Land Information

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Departmentwide and Resource Management
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Departmentwide and Resource Management

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Commerce: Building and Environmental Regulation
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Commerce: Building and Environmental Regulation

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Legislature
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Legislature

Notification Date
5/10/2007
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
Revisors positions

Natural Resources: Air, Waste and Contaminated Land
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Air, Waste and Contaminated Land

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Natural Resources: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Departmentwide

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Natural Resources: Fish, Wildlife and Recreation
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Fish, Wildlife and Recreation

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Natural Resources: Forestry and Parks
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Forestry and Parks

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Natural Resources: Water Quality
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Water Quality

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Shared Revenue and Property Tax Relief: Direct Aid Payments
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Shared Revenue and Property Tax Relief: Direct Aid Payments

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Shared Revenue and Property Tax Relief: Local Revenue Options
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Shared Revenue and Property Tax Relief: Local Revenue Options

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Transportation: Local Transportation Aid
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Local Transportation Aid

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Transportation: Local Transportation Projects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Local Transportation Projects

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Transportation: Motor Vehicles
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Motor Vehicles

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Transportation: Transportation Finance
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Transportation Finance

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

NR 40, classification and regulation of invasive species.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 40, classification and regulation of invasive species.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 594 (7/1/2005)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 08-074
Against
Notification Date
8/26/2008
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

Granting PSC authority to establish state standards for local ordinances on wind turbine siting.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Granting PSC authority to establish state standards for local ordinances on wind turbine siting.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/25/2008
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.

Board of Review 74.37 matter no position taken
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Board of Review 74.37 matter no position taken

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
10/29/2007
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.

Impact fees
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Impact fees

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
4/16/2007
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.

land fill tipping fees
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
land fill tipping fees

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/20/2007
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.

Newark recycling case
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Newark recycling case

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/20/2007
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.

oppose limits regarding personal property tax
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
oppose limits regarding personal property tax

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/20/2007
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.

support an exception for volunteer firefighters payments
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
support an exception for volunteer firefighters payments

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/20/2007
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.

DATCP Working Lands
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DATCP Working Lands

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/15/2007
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.

Allowing the use of shoppers and advertisers for legal notices
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Allowing the use of shoppers and advertisers for legal notices

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Annexation and Boundary issues
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Annexation and Boundary issues

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Best practices for nontraditional use on local roads
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Best practices for nontraditional use on local roads

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

campaign finance reform
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
campaign finance reform

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Change to extraterritorial plat review
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Change to extraterritorial plat review

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Clarification on adopted ordinances after the removal of village powers
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Clarification on adopted ordinances after the removal of village powers

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Clarify shriff's authority to enforce town ordinances
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Clarify shriff's authority to enforce town ordinances

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Create authority for towns and villages regarding burial of human remains
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Create authority for towns and villages regarding burial of human remains

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Creating charter towns
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Creating charter towns

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

DOT outside consultants
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DOT outside consultants

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Increasing funding for planning grants
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Increasing funding for planning grants

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Keeping non-fiscal policy out of the budget
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Keeping non-fiscal policy out of the budget

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

limits on purchases of state land and payment in lieu of taxes
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
limits on purchases of state land and payment in lieu of taxes

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

limits on state land purchases in certain towns
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
limits on state land purchases in certain towns

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

local transportation aids
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
local transportation aids

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Modifactions to the recycling law
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Modifactions to the recycling law

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Modify recall procedures
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Modify recall procedures

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Modify recall procedures for local officers
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Modify recall procedures for local officers

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Notice of Board of Review, website posting and shopper and advertiser notice
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Notice of Board of Review, website posting and shopper and advertiser notice

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

oppose revenue removal for DOT seg. fund for purposes other than transportation
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
oppose revenue removal for DOT seg. fund for purposes other than transportation

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Ordinary high water mark decisions by DNR
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Ordinary high water mark decisions by DNR

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

PILT regarding town service to tribal land
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
PILT regarding town service to tribal land

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

property tax exemption review
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
property tax exemption review

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

property tax exemptions
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
property tax exemptions

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Recognize town offical plans
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Recognize town offical plans

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Require referendums on election days
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Require referendums on election days

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Sales tax exemption review
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Sales tax exemption review

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Seek home rule for towns
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Seek home rule for towns

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

shared revenue
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
shared revenue

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

smart growth planning, zoning and funding
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
smart growth planning, zoning and funding

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

State polling hours and certification of poll workers
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State polling hours and certification of poll workers

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Tabor/property tax freeze
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Tabor/property tax freeze

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Tax Incremental Finance law and as it relates to Tourisn, Forestry and Agriculture
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Tax Incremental Finance law and as it relates to Tourisn, Forestry and Agriculture

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

TIF enforcement
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
TIF enforcement

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Town withdrawal from county zoning and other related matters in LRB 3121,
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Town withdrawal from county zoning and other related matters in LRB 3121,

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

town authority to approve or disapprove county plans
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
town authority to approve or disapprove county plans

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Town withdrawal from county zoning
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Town withdrawal from county zoning

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Vehicle registration fee
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Vehicle registration fee

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Village powers of towns
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Village powers of towns

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
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.

Working Lands
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Working Lands

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

Total Lobbying Effort

  2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2007
January - June
$70,129.90
2007
July - December
$59,792.88
2008
January - June
$57,502.52
2008
July - December
$64,014.49
Total $251,439.80
Total Hours Communicating 2007
January - June
291.25
2007
July - December
86.25
2008
January - June
139.95
2008
July - December
42.20
Total 559.65
Total Hours Other 2007
January - June
597.00
2007
July - December
571.20
2008
January - June
500.85
2008
July - December
564.25
Total 2233.30

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

relating to: the distribution of the penalty for converting agricultural land.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: daylight saving time and closing hours for certain alcohol beverages retailers.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: the operation of all-terrain vehicles on highways for the purpose of certain types of access and granting rule-making authority.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: daylight saving time and closing hours for certain alcohol beverages retailers.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: property tax installments paid no later than five working days after the due date and imposing a penalty.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: the property tax exemption for waste treatment facilities.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: municipal boundary agreements and the use of alternative dispute resolution in municipal boundary disputes.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: the apportionment of law enforcement services costs among counties and municipalities.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: municipal boundary agreements and the use of alternative dispute resolution in municipal boundary disputes.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: the acquisition by the Department of Transportation of land for mitigation related to highway projects.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: the acquisition by the Department of Transportation of land for mitigation related to highway projects.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: the qualifications of newspapers permitted to publish legal notices and allowing mailing of legal notices instead of publishing.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: publication of municipal legal notices.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2%
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
1%
2008
July - December
Total 1%
relating to: the powers of certain towns, authorizing the creation of charter towns by certain town boards, and expanding the authority of charter towns to create tax incremental financing districts.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
3%
2007
July - December
10%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 3%
relating to: the powers of certain towns, authorizing the creation of charter towns by certain town boards, and expanding the authority of charter towns to create tax incremental financing districts.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
3%
2007
July - December
10%
2008
January - June
10%
2008
July - December
Total 6%
relating to: regulation of cable television and video service providers.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
3%
2007
July - December
5%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 2%
relating to: imposing fees for acquiring public park land, dedicating storm water treatment facilities to the public, changing the time relating to when impact fees must be paid and used, and regulating the costs of certain professional services provided through a political subdivision.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
4%
2007
July - December
4%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 2%
relating to: the powers of certain towns, authorizing the creation of charter towns by certain town boards, and expanding the authority of charter towns to create tax incremental financing districts.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
7%
2007
July - December
10%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 5%
relating to: creation of a Government Accountability Board, enforcement of elections, ethics, and lobbying regulation laws, venue for prosecution of certain offenses, granting rule-making authority, making appropriations, and providing penalties.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: requiring local governmental units to consider relationships with drainage districts in the preparation of comprehensive plans, requiring local governments to provide notice to drainage districts regarding proposals that affect drainage districts, and requiring sellers of real property to disclose the location of property within drainage districts.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: the creation of state funds and accounts and prohibiting the state from changing the purpose of any state fund or program revenue appropriation account (first consideration).
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
5%
2008
July - December
Total 1%
relating to: designating feral pigs as harmful wild animals.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: creation of a Joint Committee on State Mandates and required funding of state mandates.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: determining the value of billboards for personal property tax purposes.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: authorizing an elective member of a political subdivision's governing body to refuse his or her salary.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: the frequency of wage payments to volunteer fire fighters and emergency medical technicians.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: determinations of ordinary high-water marks by counties and by the Department of Natural Resources.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: changing the requirements for the publication of certain actions taken by certain local governments.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: extraterritorial plat approval on basis of land's use.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
10%
2008
January - June
20%
2008
July - December
Total 7%
relating to: utility aid payments to towns and counties for production plants that generate electricity from wind power.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
1%
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: compensation for the reduction in the fair market value of private real property.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
1%
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: expanding an exception to local levy limits for levies for debts incurred by a joint fire department.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2%
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
relating to: delaying the implementation date of the comprehensive planning statute.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
10%
2008
July - December
Total 2%
relating to: requiring that local regulation of a wind energy system be consistent with Public Service Commission rules and granting rule-making authority.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
10%
2008
July - December
Total 2%
relating to: requiring that local regulation of a wind energy system be consistent with Public Service Commission rules and granting rule-making authority.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
10%
2008
July - December
Total 2%
state finances and appropriations. (FE)
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
10%
2008
July - December
Total 2%

Budget Bill Subjects

2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2%
2007
July - December
3%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2%
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
5%
2007
July - December
2%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 2%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
7%
2007
July - December
3%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 3%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
15%
2007
July - December
10%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 7%

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
3%
Total < 1%

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
20%
Total 5%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
3%
2008
July - December
3%
Total 2%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
20%
Total 5%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
1%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2%
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
5%
Total 2%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
3%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
10%
Total 3%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
3%
2007
July - December
2%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
1%
2008
July - December
2%
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
7%
2008
July - December
Total 2%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
1%
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
1%
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
3%
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
3%
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
5%
Total 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
5%
Total 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
10%
Total 2%

Minor Efforts

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

Minor Efforts
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
5%
2007
July - December
7%
2008
January - June
7%
2008
July - December
9%
Total 7%

Other Matters

Includes time spent on:

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

Other Matters
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2%
2008
July - December
Total < 1%

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures