0000083781 00000 n Tony Evers proposes hundreds of millions in funds to shore up local governments. Revelle Williams, Milwaukee Office Constituent Services Manager Johnson has her masters degree in public health from Tulane University of Public Health and Tropical Medicine and holds certifications as a public health professional and certified education specialist. Before that, he served as the Deputy District Director for Congresswoman Gwen Moore since 2007. Have questions? ;t{=~{=fDrbrbE'{|/Ae=(zP`6 f`6 f`6 f`6 f`6>Gs~>vVz}cL[v~M{dFV` ds Email: sec@dwd.wisconsin.gov, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Madison, WI 53703. 0000007804 00000 n Become a member for $9/month. Staff Staff Directories And Contact Information Contact Information Address 115 East State Capitol Madison, WI 53707 Phone 608/266-1212 Fax 608/267-8983 Additional Information Governor's Website Governor's Bio State Website Coronavirus Resources After Evers' budget address, Republican Legislative leaders and Joint Finance Committee co-chairs Sen. Howard Marklein, R-Spring Green and Rep. Mark Born, R-Beaver Dam, signaled most of the governor's proposals would be rewritten. H\@=OQE[ 1N\O@(H~p:=@]Rw96c)\>[\16?YUG:y=m[lC{=>x?-zpN\>/{9|7=^W|%1X7!%d"kWctn~1 Adam N. Payne was appointed as Secretary in December 2022. 0000093075 00000 n Not all of the positions are available at each department or agency. Share your opinions with Governor Evers (Optional) We encourage all Wisconsin citizens to reach out to the Office of Governor Evers. Mr. Moore also serves as chairman of the board for the Social Development Commission, board member for the Harbor District, and adjunct instructor for Marquette University and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, instructing students on entrepreneurship. 06Z$F This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. The Democratic governor's 2023-25 state budget sets up a new battle with Republicans who want to enact bigger tax cuts and likely want to spend less than what Evers is proposing. He served four years in Internal Affairs and led a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Gang Task Force for two years. Tony Evers: Wyoming: Some of the most meaningful moments in my life happened in the classroom. Evers' proposed $2.64 billion in funding for K-12 schools is the largest of all time, and a more than 15% increase over the last K-12 state budget. The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture appointed Hughes to the USDA Advisory Committee on Agriculture and Biotechnology in the 21st Century. . In her free time, she is pursuing a degree in social work and loves to spend time with her beautiful family. I was elected governor and as state superintendent three times by a coalition of Democrats, Independents, and Republicans because I'm honest, I work hard, and I know how to treat folks on the other side of the aisle with respect without sacrificing our Wisconsin values. The grant comes a month after Evers declared 2023 "the year of mental health" in his State of the State address where he announced his 2023-25 executive budget would include $500 million to expand . Need to report an error? Gov. Most recently she served as the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Director of Wisconsin Education Opportunity Programs and she brings 25 years of experience in public, private, charter, and higher education. Tony Evers: 'Breakthrough budget' would create family leave plan, cut taxes and boost school funding Evers on Tuesday framed the biennial budget as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity Tony Evers. If you are an existing member, sign-in to leave a comment. 0000204991 00000 n Maggie Gau, Chief of Staff, Gov. startxref I met my wife, Kathy, in Mrs. Potter's kindergarten class in my hometown of Plymouth, Wisconsin. Tony Evers, Governor Amy Pechacek, Secretary-designee Department of Workforce Development Secretary's Office 201 E. Washington Avenue P.O. In addition to learning the hands-on skills of the occupation from the sponsoring employer, apprentices gain knowledge specific to the occupation through an area technical college or private training center. Sayers started her career, as many do, in hospitality, serving up food and beverages in a hotel and coffeeshops which shaped her appreciation of frontline hospitality workers and her commitment to the tourism industry as a whole. About $1.8 . 0000095702 00000 n 608-283-2589 (fax). 0000126275 00000 n Madison, WI 53707 ) 6=15'LHE9K(CD!E}5jy'[>tPB#0@+dDr!>f%N,nRChfPDd$eLw$Tks$Z:! !2?|l.xBRNWBU=eM&*{N\tE|f c?o]9O3'CI?1$gE`jCERCdPq! Yy"%6+6 v^7 Washington Office of the Governor . With over three decades of public education experience, Governor Evers has dedicated his life to fighting for Wisconsins kids and serving the people of Wisconsin. Gov. Commissioner Houdek serves as the state's chief regulator of insurance and oversees the operations of the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance. 0000008496 00000 n Prior to his time with DVA, Bond was employed at the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development as a deputy division administrator in the Divisions of Employment and Training and Family Supports and as bureau director of management services in the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. Molly Beck can be reached at molly.beck@jrn.com. 0000074166 00000 n Evers also appointed her as Commission Chairperson for a two-year term effective March 2, 2019. Tony Evers announced that flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin will be flown at half-staff on Monday, Feb. 13 to honor Milwaukee police Officer Peter Jerving, who was killed while on the job Tuesday. Tony Evers Gov. Evers revived an August campaign promise for a 10% tax cut for people making less than $100,000 and married couples or joint-filers making at or below $150,000. Most recently, Edwin has assisted with constituent and neighborhood relations and policy research for Milwaukee Alderman Michael Murphy and is currently completing his MBA from Marquette University as part of the Trinity Fellowship program, with an emphasis on social and economic justice. In addition to cabinet secretary selections, the Evers also announced senior staff positions in the Governors Office, which are as follows: Hoven Consulting, Inc. Olson-Collins most rec. by Nick DeMarsh, Peter Adamczak and Cathy Van Maren. This makes our site faster and easier to use across all devices. I am proud to serve the people of Wisconsin with the humble appreciation that the will of the people is the law of the land. 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Pruitt is currently a member of the Board of Directors of the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation and the Board of Visitors of the LaFollette School of Public Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Governor Tony Evers . Prior to serving as county administrator, he was the executive director of the Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Association and served for five years at the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection from 1990 to 1995, including as the director of the Farmland Preservation Program. Prior to her appointment to DCF, Secretary Amundson served as the chief of staff at the Department of Public Instruction where she advanced multiple statewide and cross-agency efforts related to K-12 public education. Tony Evers wants to spend about $3.8 billion on building upgrades across Wisconsin, nearly half of which would be spent on University of Wisconsin System campuses. Government of Canada - Employee directory This directory includes most federal government departments and agencies. Gau managed Evers's campaign and has been his chief of staff throughout the transition. 0000001927 00000 n d~m_O88]mv])l]>\`E6E^2Y%oy1[K\W=}:%+~!o70=ztptptpfdfdfdfdQ~wP:+ Wisconsin's Registered Apprenticeship program is an earn-while-you-learn model that connects apprentices with high-skill, high-wage employment with sponsors across the state. Evers Delivers Radio Address on K-12 Education Budget Priorities, Gov. In 2011, she became the Administrator of DFIs Division of Administrative Services and Technology, a position she held for more than three years. Evers's 2023 State of the State address (WBAY/wordclouds.com) By WBAY news staff Published : Jan. 24, 2023 at 8:22 PM CST All rights reserved. Elmer Moore, Jr. was appointed by Gov. about the governor, lieutenant governor, and first lady, Learn how to apply for a job or internship with the Evers Administration, Submit a scheduling request, document request,comment, or question. Governor Tony Evers appointed Nathan Houdek as Commissioner of Insurance for the State of Wisconsin in January 2022. 0000005051 00000 n Date Evers in January 2019 to serve as the secretary of the Department of Children and Families, and was confirmed by the Senate in February 2020. 0000093328 00000 n "The entire apprenticeship systememployers, unions, job seekers, educators, and other partnersworks in partnership to expand the program while remaining true to its core principles," Polk said. Evers' proposed $2.64 billion in funding for K-12 schools is "the largest of all time," and a more than 15% increase over the last K-12 state budget . Contact Us, Take the next step, become a member. Romanski has held leadership roles at multiple state agencies. An update is not required, but it is strongly recommended to improve your browsing experience. gS}0Y)1/G7&{Md._ Y9 Deputy Chief of Staff: Melissa Moore Baldauff. The Wisconsin Arts Board is currently accepting Phase 1 applications for Creative Communities project grants. Become a member for $9/month. Now officially in office, Evers is continuing to fill cabinet and staff positions, making new appointment announcements over the past several weeks. They will likely be confirmed in the coming weeks. 0. Announces Mary Ellen Stanek as Board Chairwoman and adds Dr. Joan Prince and Charles Harvey to Board of Directors, Tiffany Tardy Named New Executive Director of MPS Foundation, DWD Announces Appointments of Jeremy Simon as Assistant Deputy Secretary, Arielle Exner as Legislative Liaison. Here are some of the major takeaways from the spending bill. McAllister held multiple positions at . Our mission is to serve as the Governor's chief fiscal policy advisor and to promote long-term economic sustainability and responsible resource allocation. But county executives shouldn't start counting their money yet. F+bbAL2_e$AlnS$_vQ4E 0Ai,zUvU%aBUc!txkjZ~1'C(j[a265D;x On the following application, you will have the opportunity to indicate positions and agencies for which you believe you are suited, as well as to upload your resume, cover letter, and references. The program also recently added 14 new pathways. $12 million for job training initiatives through the Worker Advancement Initiative; $4.5 million for outreach to populations disconnected from the labor force through a new Reengaging Out-of-Work Barriered and Underserved Individuals Through System Transformation (ROBUST) Program; $8.8 million for enhanced youth service programs conducted by local workforce development boards; $5 million annually for talent attraction and retention efforts at the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC); Nearly $900,000 for job centers within correctional institutions; $1.7 million to expand the Transitional Jobs and Transform Milwaukee Jobs Programs; and. At the end of the day, this is an unrealistic solution for what Wisconsin needs to solve its problems. Staff Directory; Careers at NGA; State Government Careers; Contact; FAQ; Governors' Social Media Accounts. Cabinet Secretaries act as heads of state agencies and oversee the implementation and administration of state policy under the leadership of Governor Evers. Conroy previously served as President and CEO of Third Wave Technology after working as an intellectual property counsel at GE Healthcare and an intellectual property litigator in Chicago. Need to report an error? Native Milwaukeean, Revelle has worked for the past 10 years as a Legislative Assistant and Constituent Relations Director for State Senator, by Nick DeMarsh, Peter Adamczak and Cathy Van Maren. Tony Evers, left, and UW-Eau Claire Chancellor James Schmidt stood outside Thursday on campus. The department advocates for and invests in the protection and economic advancement of all Wisconsin workers, employers and job seekers through six divisions Employment and Training, Vocational Rehabilitation, Unemployment Insurance, Equal Rights, Worker's Compensation and Administrative Services. 0000093355 00000 n He had a proposal in his last budget that was removed by Republicans, and he called a special session to expand the program that lasted one minute. endstream endobj 228 0 obj <>stream Our states success is tied to Milwaukees success, so its critically important that we work to rebuild the relationship between Milwaukee and our state, and that starts with these exceptional folks were announcing today.. HOo@s?JQ8jN8UY#j'1XX,`0`Ym L]4}pss7o%4I $2@ &HAQ#XnUoHH !BApFC[Kx!?QW]"#s10:R:jcti`Vd"/bQo X$k*"`JMF !+X2cw!5bNbIU`lQmSWAI0-r;|g3):SSjb,1n"iHlMUF(j)[9>.H%fh*`_0>s),1-a{%LG4;MU|K)=s! s*~\YgXl@ ! Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Jun 19, 2020. Emilie Amundson was appointed by Gov. Join to view profile Governor Tony Evers. You must be an Urban Milwaukee member to leave a comment. Evers Announces Appointments to Newly Established Genetic Counselors Affiliated Credentialing Board, Gov. Contact Us, Take the next step, become a member. Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) Secretary-designee Cheryll Olson-Collins, a native of Portage, Wis., spent more than two decades in the private-sector banking industry before joining the State of Wisconsin in 2007. Director of Political Engagement & Planning at Governor Tony Evers Madison, Wisconsin, United States. More:Gov. Tj| j&/AB-W,7X+rL,#hgbf)U/rtqpZ^HV-Wl>|OI[n81+-Ag04!_,p`7uW5-UI13_/-iy v "eF5j;=o\u!L4[> 3 Kathy Blumenfeld previously served as the Secretary of the Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) in the Evers Administration from 2019 to early 2022. Gov. Tony Evers today announced staff appointments for the governor's office in Milwaukee. She began her banking career with the First National Bank of Portage. Tony Evers acknowledges his almost 50 years of his marriage to his wife, Kathy, in a joint session of the Legislature in the Assembly chambers during the governor's State of the State speech at the state Capitol Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022, in Madison, Wis. Andy Manis/AP Photo Gov. Kids are a focus of the two-year budget. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. A lifelong citizen of Kenosha and Somers, Mr. Barca has previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives and as the Midwest regional administrator of the Small Business Administration during the Clinton Administration. Evers: Announces staff appointments for governors office in Milwaukee, WisPolitics luncheon with Gov. In addition to cabinet secretary selections, the Evers also announced senior staff positions in the Governor's Office, which are as follows: Chief of Staff: Maggie Gau. She holds a bachelor's degree in Accounting and Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is the author of three books.. She previously worked in the capitol for legislators including Rep. Chris Taylor (D-Madison) and Sen. Janis Ringhand (D-Evansville). Evers: Announces staff appointments for governors office in Milwaukee, Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov or 608-219-7443. Peter Barca previously served as the state representative for the 64th Assembly District in Wisconsin. To keep up with DWD announcements and information, sign up for news releases and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram. SACRAMENTO Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments: Le-Quyen Nguyen, 39, of Sacramento, has been appointed Deputy Secretary for Energy at the California Natural Resources Agency. 0000003537 00000 n 943 followers 500+ connections. 22 E. Mifflin St., Suite 1010 Assembly Speaker Robin Vos has signaled medical marijuana could be considered, but said he doesn't know if he would get the support of his caucus. Randy Romanski was announced secretary-designee of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection by Governor Tony Evers in June 2020. Edwin Huertas, Milwaukee Office Deputy Director Find your state or territory: Share This Page: Top Amy Pechacek, Secretary-designee, Department of Workforce Development Native Milwaukeean and MPS alum, Edwin has worked on connecting underrepresented populations to private and government sectors to find common ground and solutions to social issues. Potential positions include the following: All applications will be carefully reviewed by the personnel team, who will follow up with you directly with questions about your application and next steps. Hughes received her bachelor of arts in political science from Georgetown University and juris doctor degree from the University of Wyoming College of Law. Mr. Carr has a 39-year law enforcement background, including 30 years with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office. 0000074002 00000 n Tony Evers is touring Wisconsin, trying to gain support for several key state budget proposals he announced last week.Monday, the Democrat stopped in Racine to talk about his plan . hb```f`` B@qaU.? $CD`J @2-- @14 FULz '0a A8KS)$'*`XXP` (P4\D Governor's Website. HU]o@|W-qw?bS{f6JUwq)dre/GA%GiH3, Tw[68J5PB>LKs8D)G*~ @ywTjtvw:$bTpPYN@t@e/^E. Announces Mary Ellen Stanek as Board Chairwoman and adds Dr. Joan Prince and Charles Harvey to Board of Directors, Tiffany Tardy Named New Executive Director of MPS Foundation, DWD Announces Appointments of Jeremy Simon as Assistant Deputy Secretary, Arielle Exner as Legislative Liaison. Dr. Shandowlyon Hendricks-Williams will serve as the Milwaukee Director, Edwin Huertas will serve as the Milwaukee Deputy Director, and Revelle Williams will serve as the Milwaukee Constituent Services Manager. Governor Evers Proposes Historic $100 Million Investment in the Arts. Fax: (608) 266-1784 Gov. Gavin Newsom. Deputy Chief of Staff: Kara Pennoyer. Since joining DCF, Secretary Amundson has successfully led the department in transforming the states child welfare system; stabilizing and growing the early care and education field; and building stronger, innovative partnerships at the local, state, and federal levels. Please note, to complete the application process, you will need a cover letter and resume in Word, PDF, or text file format; you will be required to upload these on the second page of the application. Gov. 19.31-19.39), and that it is generally our policy to release . Bond, a disabled veteran, served on active duty in the United States Marine Corps. 0000083327 00000 n Help assure the future of citys fastest growing publication. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. An update is not required, but it is strongly recommended to improve your browsing experience. Private school vouchers also would receive an increase in the amount per student private schools receive, by $374 in the 2023-24 school year and by $695 in the 2024-25 school year. I'm not only an educator I'm also a parent. Hamilton. Joe Stephenshaw. 0000083300 00000 n Governor Tony Evers and Lieutenant GovernorSara Rodriguez are committed to recruiting a diverse group of talented, professional, and dedicated individuals committed to serving the people of Wisconsin and continuing the Evers Administrations work building a Wisconsin that works for everyone. As governor, Tony Evers will focus on ending the divisiveness that has overtaken the politics in the state. 0000197069 00000 n Categories Gov. An online version of this release is available here. A key component of apprenticeship is employment, and there is no apprenticeship without a respective job opening. Evers to serve as secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) beginning in February 2023. Governor Tony Evers appointed Nathan Houdek as Commissioner of Insurance for the State of Wisconsin in January 2022. She finds every opportunity to open the door for others. 2023, Urban Milwaukee, Inc. All rights reserved. Register to Vote; The governor is again proposing a plan to expand BadgerCare Plus, the states largest Medicaid program that provides health insurance to low-income adults and children. 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Follow America's Governors as they lead bipartisan solutions to improve lives through state government. Born and raised in Plymouth, Wisconsin, GovernorEvers graduated from Plymouth High School and earned his bachelors, masters, and doctoral degree in educational administration from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. Tony Evers 115 East, State Capitol Madison, WI 53703 (608) 266-1212, evers.wi.gov Chief of staff: Maggie Gau Twitter: @GovEvers Lt. Gov. Commissioner Houdek grew up in northern Wisconsin and earned his BA and MBA degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Tired of seeing banner ads on Urban Milwaukee? Maggie Gau, Governor-Elect Evers campaign manager, will become Governor-Elect Evers Chief of Staff. Dr. Shandowlyon Hendricks-Williams will serve as the Milwaukee Director, Edwin Huertas will serve as the Milwaukee Deputy Director, and Revelle Williams will serve as the Milwaukee . They are parents of three adult children, all public school graduates, and have nine grandchildren. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. I am proud to serve the people of Wisconsin with the humble appreciation that the will of the people is the law of the land. 2023 www.jsonline.com. Evers as Commissioner at the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin for a six-year term beginning on January 7, 2019. Nguyen has been Chief of Staff to Chair David Hochschild at the California Energy Commission since 2019. He brings decades of experience in government administration and policy development to the department. JoAnne Anton will serve as Transition Director, and Transition Team Co-Chairs who will assist with recruiting and appointing members of Governor-Elect Evers Administration and developing priorities for his first-term agenda. Request assistance from the Governor's Office. ently served in the role of DFI Deputy Secretary from January 2019 until being appointed by Governor Tony Evers to serve as the Secretary of DFI in January 2022. Director's Biography. This searchable database identifies former governors by state and dates of service. Chief Todd Yandre passed away in the line of duty on February 15. Prior to this appointment, he served as DATCP deputy secretary since January 2019 and interim secretary since November 2019. 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MADISON (WKOW) Governor Tony Evers ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff Sunday in honor of Lake Mills' late fire chief. Previously Mr. Thompson was the executive director of the Transportation Development Association (TDA) of Wisconsin. 0000195684 00000 n Ibelievethat every single person in our state deserves an equal opportunity to get ahead and that we must work together to change the direction of our state for the better. This is not a new idea by the governor and one that will likely be struck down by Republican Legislators. Her previous positions include associate attorney at the firm of Holland & Hart, where she practiced in the areas of natural resources, construction litigation and corporate business transactions.