The Public Service Commission Wind Siting Council held a meeting on July 29, 2010 at the Public Service Commission Building in Madison.

The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction conducted a public hearing on July 29, 2010 at DPI Headquarters in Madison to hear complaints in regard to the use of race-based nicknames, logos, mascots and team names.

The Public Service Commission Wind Siting Council held a meeting on July 26, 2010 at the Public Service Commission Building in Madison. During the meeting they discussed revisions to their straw proposal.

The Government Accountability Board met on July 22, 2010 in the Government Accountability Board room in Madison to discuss ballot access issues and inquiries, as well as listened to a staff report on the Implementation of the Impartial Justice Act, as well as various reports from the Director, the Elections Division, Ethics and Accountability Division, and the Office of General Council.

Continued coverage of the Government Accountability Board on July 22, 2010.

The Government Accountability Board met on July 21, 2010 at the State Capitol to discuss various campaign ballot access issues. During the first portion of the meeting, the Board approved a new Board Secretary and listened to personal testimony on Ballot Access Issues.

Continued Coverage of the Government Accountability Board's meeting on July 21, 2010 at the State Capitol regarding campaign ballot access.

Continued Coverage of the Government Accountability Board's meeting on July 21, 2010 at the State Capitol regarding campaign ballot access, including a staff report on ballot access issues and review of nomination paper challenges.

Continued Coverage of the Government Accountability Board's meeting on July 21, 2010 at the State Capitol regarding campaign ballot access, including hearing on administrative rules, request to Extend Emergency Rule on GAB 1.91 - Relating to Organizations Making Independent Disbursements – and Approve Notice of Public Hearing; request to Approve Scope Statement to Create GAB Chapter 26 Relating to Administration of Contract Sunshine; and Status Report on Pending Administrative Rules.

The Wind Siting Council held a meeting on July 19, 2010 at the Public Service Commission Building in Madison. During the meeting they discussed revisions to their straw proposal.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation held a community workshop on July 15, 2010 at the Watertown Senior and Community Center to discuss the Watertown high-speed rail station. The workshop included information on the Watertown station site and a corridor overview. Members of the DOT project team also answered questions and discussed the station site.

The Wind Siting Council held a meeting on July 15, 2010 at the Public Service Commission Building in Madison. During the meeting they discussed revisions to their straw proposal.

The Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection's (DATCP) Raw Milk Policy Working Group met on July 14, 2010 in Madison to discuss various issues and recommendations.

The Wind Siting Council held a meeting on July 6, 2010 at the Public Service Commission Building in Madison. Agenda items included discussion of the straw proposal amendment ballot results and revisions to their straw proposal.

The Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection's (DATCP) Raw Milk Policy Working Group met on June 29, 2010 in Madison to discuss various issues and recommendations.

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The Wind Siting Council held a meeting on June 23, 2010 at the Public Service Commission Building in Madison. Agenda items included discussion of the straw proposal for Council’s recommendations to Commission regarding draft rules, as well as background information on questions raised by the Council regarding the draft rules.

The Wind Siting Council held a meeting on June 21, 2010 at the Public Service Commission Building in Madison. Agenda items included discussion of the straw proposal for Council’s recommendations to Commission regarding draft rules, as well as background information on questions raised by the Council regarding the draft rules.

The Wind Siting Council held a meeting on June 15, 2010 at the Public Service Commission Building in Madison. Agenda items included discussion of the straw proposal for Council’s recommendations to Commission regarding draft rules.

The Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection's (DATCP) Raw Milk Policy Working Group met on June 11, 2010 in Madison to discuss various issues and recommendations. During the meeting, the group reviewed the Proposed Regulatory Framework, including the parameters of the law, animal health regulations on the farm, raw unpasteurized milk safety regulations on the farm, producer best management practices on the farm, DATCP regulatory oversight, and information and education initiatives.

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Continued Coverage.

Continued Coverage.

The Wind Siting Council held a meeting on June 9, 2010 at the Public Service Commission Building, Madison. Agenda items included presentations regarding property values by Kurt Kielisch, Appraisal Group One, Eric Corroy, Zoning Administrator, Red River Township, Joe Jerabek, Zoning Administrator & Assessor, Lincoln Township, and a representative from Action Appraisers. Background information on questions raised by Council regarding the draft rules included; Statutory interpretation, Enforcement, Commission rulemaking authority, Notice requirements, Emergency services, Vestas manual reference, Decommissioning, Stray voltage, Complaint resolution, and Commission noise measurement protocol.

The Emerald Ash Borer Operations Group meet Monday, June 7, 2010, at DATCP, Madison. The Agriculture Resource Management Agenda included discussion with Mark Rickenbach; Utilization Group discussion; and work plan updates.

The Wind Siting Council held a meeting regarding Docket 1-AC-231, on June 2, 2010 at the Public Service Commission Building, Madison. Agenda items discussed included a presentation on noise/sound by James Cowan, Bd. Cert. INCE, URS Corporation, a presentation on property values by Ben Hoen, Lawrence Berkley National Laboratory and a presentation on setbacks by Council member Andy Hesselbach, We Energies.

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Continued coverage.

The Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules held a board meeting on May 12, 2010 at the DATCP Board Room to discuss the following items: Livestock Facility Siting Rule evaluation (report); ATCP 53-Agricultural Enterprise Areas (scope statement); ATCP 157-Honey Standards (scope statement); Geographic Information Services (report); Beginning Farmer Program (report); Update on Dairy Goat and Sheep Initiative; Update on Specialty Meat Initiative and the Specialty Meat Development Center; Rural Electric Power Services Program (report); Schedule and future agenda items.

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Continued coverage.

The Government Accountability Board met in open session on May 10, 2010 in the Government Accountability Board Conference Room in Madison. During their meeting, the board discussed the proposal for voters to request to voluntarily provide photo identification, as well as the implementation of the Impartial Justice Act.

Continued coverage of the Government Accountability Board's open meeting on May 10, 2010 in Madison.

The Government Accountability Board met on March 23, 2010 at the Government Accountability Board offices, Madison. Public testimony was heard from Mike Wittenwyler, Attorney Godfrey and Kahn. Agenda items included: University of Wisconsin Department of Political Science Presentation on Evaluation of Wisconsin, Election Data Collection Grant, Report on Impact of Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, Status Report on Administrative Rule Defining Scope of Regulated Activity, GAB 1.28 (Issue Ad Regulation), Proposed GAB 1.90 – Regulation of Nonprofit Corporations, Organized Solely for Political Activity (MCFL Corporations), Status Report on Pending Administrative Rules, Legislation, Staff Report on Retroactive HAVA Checks, Director’s Report, and a Closed Session.

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Continued coverage.

On December 17, 2009 the Government Accountability Board met at the Wisconsin State Capitol to discuss and hear testimony regarding early voting and voting machines.

Continued coverage of the Government Accountability Board meeting on December 17, 2009 where the board met at the Wisconsin State Capitol to discuss and hear testimony regarding early voting and voting machines.

The Board of Veterans Affairs held a special meeting on November 24, 2009 at the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs in Madison, Wisconsin to discuss the employment and performance evaluation data relating to the position of the Department Secretary John Scocos. After a closed session, they reconvened to announce the termination of Scocos from the position.

State legislatures, DNR representatives, and University members held a meeting on November 16, 2009 to discuss managed forest law, logging practices, and the condition of wildlife habitats in relation to logging and the selling of property by the DNR.

The State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board met in open session on November 9, 2009. Review and approval of ES&S voting machines and ballot security were the topics of the meeting held at the Risser Justice Center in Madison.

Continued coverage of the State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board met in open session on November 9, 2009. Review and approval of ES&S voting machines and ballot security were the topics of the meeting held at the Risser Justice Center in Madison.

Continued coverage of the State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board met in open session on November 9, 2009. Review and approval of ES&S voting machines and ballot security were the topics of the meeting held at the Risser Justice Center in Madison.

Continued coverage of the seminar on Wisconsin public records and open meetings laws held on Friday, October 9, 2009 in Monona.

Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen and the Department of Justice attorneys hosted a seminar on Wisconsin public records and open meetings laws on Friday, October 9, 2009 in Monona.

The State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board met in open and closed session on October 5, 2009. The first part of the open session included director's report of appropriate meeting notice, approval of minutes of previous meetings, and public comment.

The State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board met in open and closed session on October 5, 2009. The second part of the open session included a status report on the early voting initiative and proposed guidance for disclaimers on electronic communications.

The State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board met in open and closed session on October 5, 2009. The third part of the open session included: legislative status report; administrative rules; report on campaign finance information system; resolution of ethics division enforcement matters; and director's report.

The Government Accountability Board’s Wisconsin Election Administration Council held a public meeting on October 1, 2009 in Madison. The Council viewed a demonstration of Elections Systems & Software’s Unity 3.2.0.0 Voting Systems voting equipment, which is being tested and considered for approval by the Government Accountability Board.

Continued coverage of the Government Accountability Board’s Wisconsin Election Administration Council public meeting held on October 1, 2009 in Madison.

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Evers delivered his first State of Education address on September 24, 2009 at the State Capitol. Following the State of Education address, Evers presented Friends of Education awards and recognized Wisconsin's five Teachers of the Year for 2009.

Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner Sean Dilweg held a hearing on the use of consumer credit information in personal lines insurance policies. The public hearing with invited testimony took place on September 14, 2009 at the State Capitol.

Continued coverage of Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner's hearing on the use of consumer credit information in personal lines insurance policies held on September 14, 2009 at the State Capitol.

Continued coverage of Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner's hearing on the use of consumer credit information in personal lines insurance policies held on September 14, 2009 at the State Capitol.

The Board of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection met on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 in Madison, Wisconsin.

Continued coverage of the Board of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection meeting held on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 in Madison, Wisconsin.

Continued coverage of the Board of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection meeting held on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 in Madison, Wisconsin.

Continued coverage of the Board of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection meeting held on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 in Madison, Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Department of Tourism Secretary Kelli Trumble hosted a "Listen and Learn" session on August 25, 2009 at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center in Ashland, Wisconsin.

Department of Children and Families Secretary Reggie Bicha held a DCF anniversary community roundtable event at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center in Ashland, Wisconsin on August 24, 2009.

The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board convened a meeting on August 12, 2009 in Hayward, Wisconsin.

The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board convened a meeting on August 12, 2009 in Hayward, Wisconsin.

The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board convened a meeting on August 12, 2009 in Hayward, Wisconsin.

The Wisconsin Government Accountability Board held a listening session on August 11, 2009 at the Town of Washington Town Hall in Eau Claire County. This was one of a series of listening sessions hosted by the GAB to solicit input regarding possible institution of an early voting process for 2010 elections. The first session was a forum for county clerks and local elections officials.

The Wisconsin Government Accountability Board held a listening session on August 11, 2009 at the Town of Washington Town Hall in Eau Claire County. This was one of a series of listening sessions hosted by the GAB to solicit input regarding possible institution of an early voting process for 2010 elections. The second session was an open meeting for the general public.

The State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board met in open and closed session on August 10, 2009. The first part of the open session included director's report of appropriate meeting notice, approval of minutes of previous meetings, and public comment.

The State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board met in open and closed session on August 10, 2009. The second part of the open session included: proposed State Election Administration Plan; proposed guidelines for charitable solicitations, public service announcements, campaign fundraising, and campaign contributions; legislative status report; administrative rules; report on July continuing report campaign finance filings; director’s report; proposed 2010 board meeting schedule.

The Government Accountability Board’s Wisconsin Election Administration Council held a public hearing on July 28, 2009 in Madison. The Election Administration Council, comprised of 19 local election officials, town clerks and interest group leaders, was led by GAB Director Kevin Kennedy and GAB Elections Division Administrator Nathaniel Robinson. The Council considered “Visioning the Future:  Elections Administration in Wisconsin in 2014,” a five-year plan to reform Wisconsin elections.

The Government Accountability Board’s Wisconsin Election Administration Council held a public hearing on July 28, 2009 in Madison. The Election Administration Council, comprised of 19 local election officials, town clerks and interest group leaders, was led by GAB Director Kevin Kennedy and GAB Elections Division Administrator Nathaniel Robinson. The Council considered “Visioning the Future:  Elections Administration in Wisconsin in 2014,” a five-year plan to reform Wisconsin elections.

The Government Accountability Board’s Wisconsin Election Administration Council held a public hearing on July 28, 2009 in Madison. The Election Administration Council, comprised of 19 local election officials, town clerks and interest group leaders, was led by GAB Director Kevin Kennedy and GAB Elections Division Administrator Nathaniel Robinson. The Council considered “Visioning the Future:  Elections Administration in Wisconsin in 2014,” a five-year plan to reform Wisconsin elections.

The Autism Treatment Working Group met on Tuesday, July 21, 2009 in Madison, at the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance. The goal of the working group is to assist in the development of administrative rules to implement recently enacted legislation requiring health insurance coverage for autism spectrum disorders.

Tony Evers was inaugurated as the new State Superintendent of Public Schools during a ceremony at Hi-Mount Elementary School in Milwaukee on July 6, 2009.

The State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board met in open and closed session on July 1, 2009. The open session included: director's report of appropriate meeting notice; status report regarding state budget; update regarding Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission and recall of proposed modification to administrative rule defining scope of regulated activity, GAB 1.28.

The Government Accountability Board held an open session meeting on June 22, 2009 in their Madison offices. In part one of the session the board approved the previous meeting's minutes and heard public comments. The board then took a break.

The Government Accountability Board held an open session meeting on June 22, 2009 in their Madison offices. In part two, after returning from a break the board discussed a proposed state election administration plan, revised recall manuals, legislation, and administrative rules. The board then took another break.

The Government Accountability Board held an open session meeting on June 22, 2009 in their Madison offices. In part three, after returning from a break the board continued discussion of a proposed state election administration plan, revised recall manuals, legislation, and administrative rules.

The State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board met in open session on May 5, 2009. At the session the board approved minutes and took public testimony on matters relating to the spring elections.

The 2009 Annual Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Spring Fish and Wildlife Hearings and Conservation Congress County Meeting took place on April 13, 2009 at the Middleton High School in Middleton.

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Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Shirley Abrahamson chose the names of four Court of Appeals judges Tuesday to serve on the Government Accountability Candidate Committee. The current committee members' terms will expire on March 1. The committee serves as the nominating body for members of the Wisconsin Government Accountability Board, and is made up of one judge from each of the stateís four Court of Appeals districts. Committee members are chosen by lot by the Chief Justice in the presence of the other members of the Supreme Court and serve a two-year term.

The UW Evidence-Based Health Policy Project hosted a briefing on February 19, 2009, titled "Accountable Care Organizations: A Path Forward to Quality and Savings." The event took place at the State Capitol and featured the following presenters: Donna A. Friedsam, Associate Director, UW Population Health Institute; Patrick Remington, UW Population Health Institute; and Elliot Fisher, Professor of Medicine and Community and Family Medicine at Dartmouth Medical School.

The State Agency Geographic Information Coordination Team presented Geographic Information Systems Day from the State Capitol in Madison on Friday, February 13, 2009. The event was titled, "Maps Matter: Working Together For Wisconsin." In the first segment, Lisa Morrison, Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection SAGIC chair provided opening remarks to the presentation.

As a continuation of Geographic Information Systems Day from the State Capitol, Ed Wall of the Department of Justice presented, "Maps Supporting Homeland Security."

As a continuation of Geographic Information Systems Day from the State Capitol, Bill Olivia from the Department of Transportation presented, "Rebuilding Lake Delton."

As a continuation of Geographic Information Systems Day from the State Capitol, Meg Galloway from the Department of Natural Resources presented, "Managing Dam Safety."

As a continuation of Geographic Information Systems Day from the State Capitol, Chris Diller from the Department of Military Affairs presented, "June 2008 Floods: Mapping in the EOC."

As a continuation of Geographic Information Systems Day from the State Capitol, Roxanne Gray of Wisconsin Emergency Management presented, "Maps Assisting Risk Assessment and Mitigation."

The State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board met in open session to discuss items relating to elections and ethics. After the minutes were approved, public comment was taken on issues such as WisconsinEye copyright, the development of web-base voter registration and lobbyist activities. After public comment, the board took up issues such as campaign finance regulation, financing of Supreme Court campaigns, spring election ballot access and a continuation of conversation and update on HAVA checks along with a statistical analysis of HAVA check results. The meeting took place on January 15, 2009.

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Continued coverage.