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If you aren't near a television tonight at 7 p.m. to watch Governor Jim Doyle's State of the State Address, you can view it online by clicking here.
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Decrease in the number of calls to 911 and crisis lines at the Waukesha County 911 dispatch center on the afternoon of Jan. 12 during the Green Bay Packers' playoff win over the Seattle Seahawks, compared to calls received during the same period on the previous five Saturdays, when the Packers didn't play: 40%
Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 1/20/08 |
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 On February 12, 2008 from 10:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m., there will be a WisLine Series session. "Demographic Trends: What does the Future Hold? (#1759-4)
The demographic trends in Wisconsin and around the country pose many interesting challenges and opportunities for schools, healthcare, education, labor, the environment, communities, families, government and business. Learn what these trends are and the potential opportunities they hold for timely planning and creative responses. Presenters for this session are Terry Ludeman, Former Chief Economist of DWD and Mark D. O'Connell, Executive Director of Wisconsin Counties Association. |
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WCA Executive Director Mark D. O'Connell will guest host "Business Solutions with Diane Chamness" on Saturday, January 26, 2008 at 1 p.m. on WISN 1130 AM. Mark will be discussing Wisconsin's economic present and future, as well as discuss Governor Doyle's State of the State Address.
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 The February issue of Wisconsin Counties magazine takes a close look into the politics of presidential primaries and Wisconsin's role in the process.
Stay tuned to your mailbox for the upcoming magazine.
For subscription information, contact Jennifer Bock, managing editor, at 866.404.2700. |
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WCA's federal representation in Washington, D.C., Waterman and Associates, has released "Washington Briefs" for the fourth quarter of 2007. Read it here. |
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The WCA Legislative Exchange February 5-6, 2008, is fast approaching. If you haven't registered or seen the tenative agenda yet, go to www.wicounties.org and click on the link in the upper left corner. |
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 Read an article here by Karyl Richson, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist, Wisconsin, on things you can do in 2008 to be prepared for retirement. Full Story... |
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 The National Association of Counties (NACo) in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Community-Based Restoration Program (CRP), is pleased to announce the second year of funding for the Coastal Counties Restoration Initiative (CCRI). The initiative provides financial assistance on a competitive basis to innovative, high quality county-led or supported projects. In 2008, CCRI will provide $500,000 in grants to improve stream, river, estuarine and other important marine habitats.
Grants that are community-based in nature and willing to work in partnership with NOAA will be given special consideration, as NOAA's Community-based Restoration Program is providing major financial support for this partnership. A priority area for CCRI is the removal of fish passage barriers in coastal streams and rivers. Grants will range from $50,000-$100,000, based upon need.
Read the full NACo media release here. |
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Nationwide will award two Nationwide/NACo college scholarships, each worth $2,500, to two high school seniors whose parent or grandparent participates in NACo's 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Deadline for applications is March 31, 2008.
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