Gov. Walker Announces Investment in Tourism and Economic Development

As the date of Gov. Walker’s budget address draws nearer, the governor has been releasing some details about proposals that will be contained in it. At the Wisconsin Economic Development Association’s Governor’s Conference on Economic Development, he announced some economic development initiatives aimed at improving the business climate and encouraging entrepreneurship and innovation as well […]

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Walker Discusses Budget Priorities

Gov. Walker has indicated that his top priorities for the 2013-15 Biennial State Budget are creating jobs, developing the workforce, transforming education, reforming government, and investing in infrastructure. In the time leading up to the Biennial Budget Address on February 20, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the Assembly Chambers, Walker is releasing a series of […]

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Walker Appoints Chief Economic Development Officer

Gov. Walker has removed “interim” from the title of the CEO of the Wisconsin Economic Development (WEDC) by appointing Reed Hall to fill the permanent position. “Reed brings a fresh perspective and strong leadership to the WEDC,” said Gov. Walker. “Reed’s experience at the Marshfield Clinic, in numerous civic organizations, and involvement in creating private […]

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Gov. Walker Announces 2013-15 Biennial Budget Address

Gov. Scott Walker will deliver the 2013-15 Biennial Budget Address on February 20, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the Assembly Chambers.

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Get to Know a Cabinet Member: Richard Chandler

Gov. Scott Walker’s weekly e-update includes a segment called “Get to Know a Cabinet Member” that highlights a cabinet secretary and provides a brief overview of the department he or she oversees. The Governor’s goal in presenting this information is to provide the public with practical information about state government operations, especially as we head […]

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Gov. Walker’s 2013 State of the State: Bold Vision and Bright Hope for the Future

Gov. Scott Walker’s 2013 State of the State Address, “Bold Vision and Bright Hope for the Future,” outlined the governor’s policy priorities for the coming year. Walker focused on the five points he had previously highlighted in his call for agency budget requests: create jobs, develop the workforce, transform education, reform government, and invest in […]

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State of the State Scheduled for January 15

Gov. Scott Walker will address the full Legislature from the Assembly chamber on Tuesday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. in his third state of the state address. As in the past, his speech will likely be a preview of his budget.

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Reed Hall Appointed Interim CEO of Troubled WEDC

Gov. Scott Walker has named Reed Hall Interim CEO of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). Hall replaces former CEO Paul Jadin who resigned last month to take over as President of Thrive, an eight county economic development group based in Madison. Hall served as Executive Director of Marshfield Clinic, Marshfield, Wisconsin, from January, 2000 […]

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Get to Know a Cabinet Member

Gov. Scott Walker’s weekly e-update has included a new segment the past couple of weeks: Get to Know a Cabinet Member. As Governor, one of the most important tasks I have is to appoint and communicate with leaders in each state agency. These leaders, called secretaries, ensure agencies run smoothly and efficiently as they operate […]

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Walker Administration Focusing on Economic Development

Gov. Walker has indicated that workforce issues will be a priority for the upcoming legislative session, and there are several stakeholder groups holding ongoing meetings to offer suggestions and solutions to this important, yet challenging policy area. “Be Bold 2: Growing Wisconsin’s Talent Pool” Study Released Coming on the heels of the release of Tim […]

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