20120523140708329

Downing, Karley - GOV
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Le Monds, Tim J - DOC
Wednesday, May 04, 20111:15 PM
DOC DL Executive Planning
DOC NewsWatch - May 4, 2011
Source: WBFM-FM (WI)
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 1 :52 PM
Keywords: Extended Supervision
Abstract: ... prison to be followed by 2-and-a-half years on extended supervision. Tibbs and an
accomplice broke into Ashley's Bar on Michigan Avenue and stole five ...
Source: Sheboygan Press (WI) Circulation: 22,700
Indexed At: 05/4/201112:53AM
Keywords: Prison
Abstract: ... for four years and given a two-year stayed prison sentence, meaning he can be ordered to
serve the time if he violates probation. Haas ...
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 12:53 AM
Keywords: Prison (3)
Abstract: ... Meth lab, marijuana grow bring 3 years prison You will be redirected to the page you want to
view in seconds. A 44-year-old ...
Source: Milwaukee Business Journal (WI) Circulation: 10,400
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 11:53 AM
Keywords: Department of Corrections (WI only)
Abstract: ... response to the systemic discrimination by the Illinois Department of Corrections ("I DOC")
and its failure to provide accommodations to deaf and hard of hearing prisoners. Denials ...
Source: Wisconsin State Journal and Madison.com (WI) Circulation: 91,575
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 9:44AM
Abstract: ... Man gets 15 years in prison for sexual assault of 12-year-old Madison.com crime news
@madisoncrimeKeep track of crime in your community ....
Source: WFRV-TV and WJMN-TV (WI)
Indexed AI: 05/4/2011 9:42AM
40
Keywords: Sex Offender (2)
Abstract: ... New: Sex offender moves to Howard neighborhood Click here for a free download of the latest
Adobe Flash ...
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 9:20AM
Keywords: Sex Offender (2)
Abstract: ... Sex offender Anthony J. Masta released in Sheboygan You will be redirected to the page you
want...
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 6:01 AM
Keywords: Prison
Abstract: ... had her probation revoked and went back to prison. Kasten was released from her second
stint on Feb. 15. Now, little more than ...
Source: Stevens Point Journal (WI) Circulation: 11,700
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 5:26AM
Keywords: Prison (7), Extended Supervision (6)
Abstract: ... 2009 was sentenced Tuesday to 10 years in prison. Lincoln County Circuit Judge Jay Tlusty
sentenced Adarius D. Wilson, 22, to the prison ...
Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (WI) Circulation: 186,433
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 5:22 AM
Abstract: ... got his license right after walking out of prison and quickly became the brains behind a 2
million scam. He's now serving a life ...
Source: Stevens Point Journal (WI) Circulation: 11,700
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 4:59AM
Abstract: ... Kirk also sentenced Engel Monday to three years extended suoervision. Selected for you by a
sponsor: Former student sues UWSP legality of university's ov<,sight..
Source: Appleton Post-Gazette & Post Crescent. com (WI) Circulation: 52,000
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 4:50AM
Keywords: Department of Corrections (WI only), Extended Supervision (3)
Abstract: ... years in prison followed by eight years of extended supervision Monday for 22 counts of
burglary and one count of attempted burglary that stemmed from ...
Source: Beaver Dam Daily Citizen (WI) Circulation: 10,000
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 3:19AM
....
41
Abstract: ... up to six years and nine months in prison for theoffenses. According to the criminal complaint,
Smith was at home onThanksgiving when she allowed ...
Source: Portage Daily Register (WI) Circulation: 5,200
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 2:41 AM
Abstract: ... MAILBAG: Throw out old ideas about prisoners To my anonymous fan club: Unfortunately, the
heading for my lastsubmission to the Daily ...
Source: Lacrosse Tribune (WI) Circulation: 31,700
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 2:15AM
Abstract: ... Dangerous man gets 27 years in prison Chris Hubbuch A judge Friday sentenced a Holmen
man who beat and terrorized his ex-girlfriend and ...
Source: Racine Journal Times (WI) Circulation: 28,800
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 2:12AM
Abstract: ... bothcharged with two counts of battery by a prisoner, attempted robbery, substantial battery
and disorderly conduct. If convicted, Adams faces up to 15 years ...
Source: WIXX-FM (WI)
Indexed At: 05/4/2011 12:38 AM
Abstract: ... of Weyauwega must also spend three years under extended supervision once he gets out. A
judge refused to give Engel a chance to get the ...
Source: WJFW-TV NBC 12 Rhinelander-Wausau (WI)
Indexed At: 05/3/2011 6:23PM
Keywords: Corrections Officer (3)
Abstract: ... Corrections Officers Week 05/03/2011 EAGLE RIVER -This week honors those men and
women who guard our. ..
Source: Janesville Gazette (WI) Circulation: 21 ,900
Indexed At: 05/3/2011 4:37PM
Keywords: Prison (3), Extended Supervision
Abstract: ... Orfordville man sent to prison for sexual assault TED SULLIVAN JANESVILLE""A 42-year-old
Orfordville man was sentenced Tuesday to 15 years ...
From the Department of Corrections: Please consider the environment before printing this message.
42
From: Murray, Ryan M - GOV
Thursday, May OS, 2011 7:44AM
Murray, Ryan M - GOV
Sent:
To:
Subject: Daily Policy and Legislative Briefing
Legislative Affairs Team
Legislative Contacts:
Talked to Representative LeMahieu' s Office about a technical change to a bill that would increase the
penalties for daycare providers who sexually assault children.
Representative Suder will be holding a press conference tomorrow regarding his bill to repeal early
release.
A bill that would pennit concealed cany (includes licensing system) was circulated for co-sponsorship
by Representative Mursau. A bill that that would permit constitutional cany (individual does not need a
license) was circulated for co-sponsorship by Senator Galloway.
Representative Jorgensen called about a letter he sent last week. Department of Conections has sent a
response.
Thursda 's Committees Date Time Room Bill
A. Utilities Exec
JFC Bill Exec
A. Veterans Exec
S. Natural Resources Hearing
and Exec
Jt. Public Safety and
Corrections Hearing
Commerce
International Trade
225
5/5/2011 9:30 NW
5/5/2011 10:00 412 E
330
5/5/2011 10:00 ,sw
300
5/5/2011 10:00 SE
5/4/2011 11:00 411 s
SS AB 14- telecommunications
AB 92- eliminate the cap on Choice
AB 94- technical changes to Choice
AB .96- composition of the Vets Board
(Exec) SB 59- piers
(Exec) SB 52- fish culling
(Exec) SB 72- bear hunting
(Hearing) SB 75- deer hunt
AB 86/ SB 57- early release
Economic Development
o International trade directors fiom around the world will be visiting Wisconsin from May 9-13
o Each day will be in a different area in the state
Venture Capital
o Announcement set for tomonow morning
o Put together talking points for the announcement for the participants included and also put
together a brief PowerPoint, briefly describing the bill, which will be handed out to the Media.
34
DFI
o Met with Senator Wanggaard and Rep. Stone and Rep. Petryk today on the proposal in advance
of tomotTow' s announcement.
National Mortgage License System (NMLS)
o Call reports for mortgage licensees are now going to be required on a quarterly basis
o Sec. Bildsten met with the WMBA to discuss the implementation
PSC
New and Emerging Technologies Improvement Act of2008
o Information collection mandated by the FCC fiom the PSC
o PSC sent letter in April complying with FCC request
Manitoba Hydro expressed concerns on the WPS Hydrocap Bill.
Tourism
National Tourism Week
o Updated schedule for visits by the Govemor and the Lt. Govemor
o Dept. of Tourism publically announced today the secretary's and dep. secretary's visits around
the state
JOBS Hotline
1 call received
DNR
Spoke with the Council of Great Lakes Governor's executive Committee and approved their Great
Lakes Budget.
DOT
Stillwater Bridge
o Congressman Ron Kind testified in support ofH.R. 850, Congresswoman Bachman's bill that
would deem constmction of a four-lane highway bridge consistent with the Wild and Scenic
Rivers Act.
Zoo Interchange
o Contact with WisDOT regarding the preferred alternative and potential armouncement.
Contact with Sen. Moulton to update him on concerns expressed from local officials and businesses in
Chippewa County regarding weight limits on local roads.
NGA HHS Committee
HHS Weekly Meeting:
Health Care and Education Team
1. HealthCare Exchanges Topic: Speaker ideas will be collected from committee members and sent to
leadership for consideration. The topic and speaker must be decided by the end of May to be in the pre-
agenda draft released to all governors and stakeholders the first week of June.
2. Oregon Global Waiver: Oregon and Washington are teaming up to ask CMS for flexibilities relating to
managed care populations. They hope to have federal petmission by the fall with implementation
between Feb. and April of2012.
3. Update on Medicaid Task Force: HHS Committee members were briefed by NGA on the task force and
what they see in the future. NGA staff has come to the conclusion that this will be a lost cause and it will
end with no letters being sent to HHS/CMS or Congress.
35
NGA Center for Best Practices:
1. Held a conference call with other governors' health care staff and the NGA Center for Best Practices on
health care challenges each state is facing, discussed the upcoming summer policy institute for all
governors' human services advisors. Discussed topic choices.
DHS
Meeting with Rep. Marldein: Medicaid Director Brett Davis presented a Medicaid 101 discussion with Rep.
Marklein. Discussed health care funding, IM centralization, health care benefits for illegal immigrants.
OCI
Meeting with Rep. Strachota and OCI: OCI discussed the possible Assembly Insurance Committee bill
relating to technical cmTections. Rep; Strachota asked about health care exchanges and whether a model was
being created. Constituents have contacted her with concerns about the current DHS exchange website.
Strachota indicated that it should be taken down and replaced with an "under-construction" notice.
Meeting with Rep. Kesten and OCI: Kesteii has concems regarding personal financial literacy. He believes
that high school students should not just be taught about checking and savings accounts, but that they should be
taught about health, life, and auto insurance as well. He also has concerns with health insurance policy changes
and stated that senior citizens need to be educated about their choices. Many senior citizens have had the same
agent for many years and do not realize the potential savings they may be missing.
Education:
SB 28 (composition of the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System) was passed out of
the Senate Higher Ed Committee by a vote of6-l (Holperin only no vote)
Continued talks with stakeholders on school report cards. Ail groups have shown interest so far.
Education News:
On Campus: Lovell will earn $330,203 as next UW-Milwaukee chancellor (Wisconsin State Journal)
Michael Lovell will eam an annual salary of$330,203 as the next chancellor ofUW-Milwaukee.
The UW Board of Regents confirmed his appointment at a special meeting Tuesday and set his salary.
Justice and Local Governments Team
Local Govemment:
Appleton Post Crescent. Kaukauna teachers union leader dismayed with layoffs
The measure requires most public employees at all levels of government to contribute 5. 8 percent of their
salaries toward retirement and pay at least 12.6 percent of their health insurance premiums.
Board president Todd Arnoldussen said the layofft could be reversed if the legislation withstands the legal
dispute and takes effect, saving the district hundreds of thousands of dollars.
"The Board of Education wants to make it very clear that if the (collective bargaining legislation) becomes law,
there will be many staff recalls, as well as a significant reduction in the proposed (maximum) tax levy, "
Arnoldussen wrote in a statement.
Racine Journal Times. RUSD has plan to avoid $478,000 cost for sick-out
RACINE -A new Racine Unified plan announced Tuesday aims to reduce the cost of making up school time lost
during a one-day teacher sick-out from an estimated $478,000 to zero.
36
The new proposal would make up time by extending school days, instead of adding an extra day at the end of
the year. The plan will go before the School Board for approval Wednesday.
The district's previous plan, approved by the School Board in April, made up the sick-out time by extending the
school year by one day, from June 10 to June 13. The extension was slated to cost an extra $478,000 in staffing
costs because employees would be paid to work the additional day and were already paid for work during the
sick-out.
Justice:
Marinette County DA Brey: Letter to DOA Sec. Huebsch
Veterans:
The Assembly plans to exec. Petersen's veterans board reorganization next week. There is expected one
onmibus amendment to make technical tweaks to ensure the secretary has control of the agency and the
board terms are 4 years, not 3. It is also expected to be on the floor of the Assembly the week of May 9.
Concealed Carry:
Senator Galloway and Representative Mursau have introduced two versions of concealed carry. One
requires licensure and the other does not.
Rep. Mursau/Sen. Galloway. Propose concealed carry legislation. LRB 2033. LRB 2007
VoteriD:
Milwaukee Joumal Sentinel. Photo ID bill advances in Capitol
Republicans who control the Legislature plan to pass the measure as early as next week GOP Gov. Scott
Walker supports requiring photo ID to vote.
To make its IDs compliant with the requirements of the Assembly bill, the University of Wisconsin-Madison
would have to put addresses on them. UW officials are reluctant to do that because the IDs include magnetic
strips that open doors to dorm rooms, and students would be at risk of break-ins if they lost them.
Racine Journal Times. Editorial: Let's make voters think
Straight-party voting has spawned a kind of laziness that needs to be addressed.
While the pros and cons of Wisconsin's newest voter identification bill will once again stir up forceful debate,
one provision so far has seemed to unite people. An amendment to Assembly Bill 7 would wipe out the shortcut
of filling in a party's name and skipping the individual races in the fall general election.
37
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
DWD MB Communications Office
Thursday, May OS, 2011 8:26 AM
Barroilhet, Dan - DWD; Bartol, Fred - DWD; Baumbach, Scott C - DWD; Beckett, Laura L-
DWD; Berge, Sharon - DWD; Bernstein, Howard I- DWD; Black-Radloff, Rita - DWD;
Blodgett, Rebecca R - DOC; Blodgett, Steve R- DWD; Brockmiller, William - DWD;
Burgett, Carol - DWD; Charles, Amy D - DWD; Cook, Tristan - GOV; Crary, Cathy- DWD;
Denis, Gary J - DWD; Dipko, John A- DWD; Domenoski, Brian K- DWD; Falk, Elizabeth C
- DWD; Fite, Nicole L - DWD; Fosdick, Anna - DWD; Gerrits, Karen - DWD; Gottschall,
Chuck- DWD; Grant, Ken G - DWD; Grosso, Eric - DWD; Hodek, Scott A- DWD; Holt,
Deb - DWD; Irwin, Michael A- DWD; Jones, Richard - DWD; Kikkert, Becky- DOA; Liedl,
Kimberly- GOV; Lingard, Sue - DWD; Maxwell, Georgia E - DWD; McDonald, Scott-
DWD; Metcalf, John C - DWD; Michels, Thomas A - DWD; Morgan, Karen P- DWD;
Myska, Amy- DWD; Natera, Ramon V - DWD; OBrien, Christopher D - DWD; O'Brien,
Pamela - DWD; O'Connor, Rene- DWD; Palzkill, Bruce R- DWD; Pasholk, Mary L- DWD;
Pelon, Brian - DWD; Perez, Manuel - DWD; Phillips, Amelia - DWD; Preysz, Linda - DWD;
Reid, Andrea - DWD; Richard, JoAnna - DWD; Rozek, Allison J - DWD; Ryan, Edward -
DWD (DET); Sachse, Jeff A - DWD; Schmalle, Verlynn C - DWD; Schrimpf, Chris - GOV;
Shutes, David L- DWD; Solomon, Brian - DWD; Spurlin, Dennis A- DWD; Thole, Kristina
E - DWD; Thomas, John - DWD; Thompson, Heather- DWD; Udalova, Victoria M - DWD;
Vue, Mai Zong - DCF; Weber, Sue - DWD; Werwie, Cullen J - GOV; Westbury, John R-
DWD; Westfall, Grant - DWD; Williamson, Linda - DWD; Winters, Dennis K- DWD;
Wisnewski, Jerry- DWD; Wurl, Mark W- DWD; Younger, Thomas - DWD
DWD CustomScoops 5.5.11
http://www. bloom berg. com/news/20 11-05-04/employers-in-u-s-annou nced-4-8-fewer -job-cuts-in-april-challenger-
says.html
Employers in U.S. Announced 4.8% Fewer Job Cuts in April, Challenger Says
By Timothy R. Homan- May 4, 2011
U.S. employers announced fewer job cuts in April than the same month last year, a sign that the labor market is firming.
Planned firings decreased 4.8 percent to 36,490 last month from April 2010, according to a report today from Chicago-
based Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc. Government agencies accounted for the biggest cutbacks by industry. "The slow
pace of downsizing suggests employers remain optimistic about business conditions going forward," John Challenger, the
outplacement company's chief executive officer, said in a statement. "The weak link in the job market right now is the
government sector, which continues to shed employees at a heavy rate."
http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/05/04/us-usa-economy-services-idUSTRE74342K20110504
Service sector growth slows in April: ISM
NEW YORK (Reuters)- The pace of growth in the U.S. services sector unexpectedly eased in April to its lowest level
since August 2010, according to an industry report released on Wednesday. The Institute for Supply Management said its
services index fell to 52.8 last month from 57.3 in March. That was well below economists' forecasts for 57.4, according to
a Reuters survey. A reading above 50 indicates expansion in the sector.
http://www. reuters.com/article/20 11/05/04/us-usa-economy-id USTRE73DBGJ20 11 0504
Data signals weakness in recovery in April
(Reuters) -Signs of weakness in the U.S. economic recovery mounted as reports on Wednesday showed a sharp
slowdown in the vast services sector and less hiring by private companies in April. Economists expressed disappointment
ahead of a key labor market report on Friday that.is also expected to show payroll growth eased last month. Higher
gasoline prices and slower economic growth in the first quarter likely weighed on the world's biggest economy and
tempered hiring. Worries about rising fuel and commodity prices showed up in the latest gauge of the vast U.S. services
sector, which grew at its slowest pace since August 2010, the Institute for Supply Management said.
30
http://wmc. informz. netlwmc/archives/archive 1480059. htm I
Twenty-two Companies Nominated for Environment Awards
Employers Provide Leadership on Environmental Stewardship
MADISON- Twenty-two Wisconsin companies have been nominated for the prestigious Business Friend of the
Environment Awards, honoring leadership in pollution prevention, environmental innovation, and stewardship. The 2011
Business Friend of the Environment Awards are presented by the Wisconsin Environmental Working Group (WEWG),
an affiliate of WMC. "Wisconsin businesses are committed to protecting the environment," said Scott Manley, director of
the Wisconsin Environmental Working Group. "This awards program honors the best environmental practices in
Wisconsin, and shares the story of employers that go beyond regulatory compliance to become environmentally
conscious Wisconsin companies."
http ://blog.aflcio.org/2011/05/04/on-1 OOth-an niversarv-of-worker-com pensation-law-wis-s-prog ressive-h istory-is-
remembered/
On 1 OOth Anniversary of Worker Compensation Law, Wis.'s Progressive History Is
Remembered
Posted By admin On May 4, 2011 @9:44am This is a cross-post from the Wisconsin State AFL-CIO [
11
by Karen
Hickey in AFL-CIO Field Communications. One hundred years ago today Wisconsin's Republican governor put
aside partisan politics to sign a law protecting workers. On May 3,1911. Wisconsin Republican Gov. Francis
McGovern signed the nation's first constitutionally upheld workers' compensation law. The law. which helps
workers who have been hurt or injured on the job. was passed with overwhelming bipartisan support in both the
state Senate and Assembly. reminding us that Wisconsin has a progressive history of coming together to protect
the working people of the state. This law also was passed because workers and their unions organized, fought
and demanded action from employers and their government.

39526.html
DOL announces assistance for Wisconsin workers affected by paper mill layoffs
Washington, DC (MMD Newswire) May 4, 2011 --The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a $918,702
grant to provide training and job search services to about 175 workers affected by the closure of the NewPage
Corp. paper mill in Stevens Point, Wis. "The decline of Wisconsin's paper manufacturing industry over the past
few years has taken a toll on this community," said Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis. "I am glad that my
department can assist these former paper mill workers by providing the means for them to prepare for and find
employment in Wisconsin's growing industries, such as food manufacturing and health care."
http://www.dailyunion.com/main.asp?SectioniD=36&SubSectioniD=110&ArticleiD=8359
Tyson's Jefferson plant staying put along river
By Ryan Whisner Regional Editor
JEFFERSON -The concept of moving the Tyson Foods Inc. plant to Jefferson's north business park likely won't be
pursued in the near future. In September 2008, city officials had approached Dev Traver, general manager of Tyson's
downtown Jefferson plant, with the concept of relocation in the wake of the record-setting flood earlier that year. Tyson
currently is located in a floodplain and, by ordinance, is out of options regarding making any substantial expansions or
31
renovations at the plant. Also, the plant remains susceptible to future flooding.
http://www.fdlreporter.com/article/2011 0504/FON01 01/11 0503216/U pg rade-H ig hwav-41-wou ld-boost-safetv-
development-Walker-says?odyssey=tabltopnewslimgiFRONTPAGE
Upgrade of Highway 41 would boost safety, development, Walker says
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker wants U.S. 41 between Green Bay<?\. and Milwaukee's Mitchell Interchange to be
upgraded to an interstate. Walker announced plans for improving a 142-mile stretch of the highway in a press
conference Tuesday at the U.S. 41 Interstate Conversion Office on Green Bay's west side. He said the state would
do an environmental study that would allow Interstate signs to be installed by 2015.
http://www.jsonline.com/news/wisconsin/121249088.html
Layoffs, pay cuts possible after prosecutors reject
furloughs
By Bruce Vielmetti of the Journal Sentinel Updated: May 4, 2011 10:20 a.m.1121 Comments
Wisconsin prosecutors have rejected a state proposal that they take six unpaid days by July 2, as well as.
temporary pay cuts, setting up the likelihood that dozens of them will be laid off while all of those remaining
become part-time workers. The multi-day vote by members of the Association of State Prosecutors ended
Tuesday night, and was "not particularly close," said the group's president, Milwaukee County Assistant District
Attorney David Feiss.
http://host.madison.com/news/opi nion/mailbag/article 23151 ad8-8988-5090-809f-6fd2c 76feaeO.html
Thomas A. Kochan: An anniversary worth remembering and replicating
Thomas A. Kochan I Posted: Thursday, May 5, 2011 5:55am
Dear Editor: On May 3,1911-100 years ago this week- Wisconsin Gov. Francis E. McGovern signed the first
U.S. workers' compensation law to withstand constitutional scrutiny. The law was the brainchild of University of
Wisconsin professor John R. Commons, the scholar whose contributions to state and national labor policies
earned him the title of "intellectual father of the New Deal." The law Commons wrote provided for a tripartite
administrative structure- business, labor, and government leaders would work together to craft safety rules
and regulations that learned from the "best practices" of the leading companies in Wisconsin's industries and
work to bring the rest of the state's employers up to these levels.
32
http://www .wausaudailvherald .com/article/2011 0505/CWS03/305050068/G rant-help-former-NewPage-workers-
back-work?odyssey=mod%7Cnewsweii%7Ctext%7CFRONTPAGE%7Cs
Grant to help former NewPage workers back to work
Programs helping former NewPage Corp. workers with training and job searches will receive a $918,702 federal
grant to assist the programs, the U.S. Department of Labor announced Wednesday. The grant will be funneled
through the North Central Wisconsin Workforce Development Board and the Labor Education and Training
Center. It will provide career counseling, help with employment plans, resume work, interview preparation and job
searches help, according to John Dipko, spokesman for the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.
http :1/www .wisconsinrapidstribune.com/article/2011 0505/WRT1 0/1 05050368/Workforce-development-local-
partners-meet-Rep-Duffy
Workforce development local partners meet with Rep. Duffy
Wisconsin 7th District Congressman Sean Duffy recently met with local displaced workers preparing for new
manufacturing jobs and learned about a successful public-philanthropic partnership focused on workforce
development. In mid-April, Duffy visited south Wood County to meet with Workforce Central partners and see
firsthand the successful infrastructure being built on a dual-customer approach: meeting employers' workforce
needs and training area job seekers to gain the skills needed to work in today's economy.
33
From: Evenson, Tom- GOV
Sent: Thursday, May 05, 2011 4:40 PM
To:
Subject:
Schrimpf, Chris - GOV; Matejov, Scott- GOV
Re:
Good. Had Ch 9 from Wausau and the Stevens Point Journal. Asked about the event, SB 23 and collective bargaining.
From: Schrimpf, Chris - GOV
To: Matejov, Scott- GOV; Evenson, Tom - GOV
Subject: RE:
Thanks. How'd the school visit go
Chris Schrimpf
Communications Director
Office of the Governor
Press Office: 608-267-7303
Email: chris.schrimpj@wisconsin.gov
From: Matejov, Scott- GOV
To: Schrimpf, Chris - GOV; Evenson, Tom - GOV
Subject: Re:
Done
To: Evenson, Tom- GOV; Matejov, Scott- GOV
Subject: RE:
Circling up on this
Chris Schrimpf
From: Evenson, Tom - GOV
To: Schrimpf, Chris - GOV; Matejov, Scott - GOV
Subject: Re:
He's in his meeting with teachers now. Might be 5-10 mins.
28
To: Evenson, Tom - GOV; Matejov, Scott- GOV
Subject:
Can you guys get Walker to look at that venture capital release as soon as possible.
Chris Schrimpf
29
Thursday, May OS, 2011 6:10 PM
Murray, Ryan M - GOV
Sent:
To:
Legislative Affairs Update
Legislative Update:
Representative Petersen today voted against the Special Session telecommunications bill in the
Assembly Energy and Utilities Committee. The bill passed the committee 6c5.
Representative Severson will be having a I 0 minute phone call with the Govemor tomorrow concerning
a new business that wants to set up a production facility in Osceola called Sheer Wind Inc. which makes
wind turbines.
Senator Grothman has requested a meeting with the Governor to talk about budget issues.
Representative Toles has requested a meeting with the Governor to discuss the Governor's suspension of
Executive Order 108.
Economic Development and Regulatory Reform Team
Commerce
Hospitality Development near State Fair Park
DATCP
o Met with Speaker Fitzgerald and some developers to discuss what tax credits may apply for a
development planned for this fall.
Dairy Manufacturing Facility Investment Tax Credit
o The WI Chessemaker's Association is in favor of Rep. Ott's amendment that would extend the
$200,000 tax credit to all facilities regardless of corporation structure.
o Cooperatives Network is OK with this.
Truck Weight Increase
DNR
o Senator Leibham is working on a bill to increase the allowable truck weights for a set distance
around the Arcadia area for particular products.
o DOT, DATCP and staff will meet next week to discuss this legislation, recommend changes.
Plan to apply the bill towards the entire state, include larger amounts of products.
Great Lalies Council of Governors
o Met with DNR staff to receive an update on various Great Lakes issues, including:
The City of Waukesha's request for a water diversion fiom the Great Lakes Basin
A review of the 5 Areas of Concem designated by EPA
1. Sheboygan should have dredging completed by the end of2012.
G-Tac Exploratory Drilling
o The Bad River Band sent the Governor a letter on DNR's approving this.
o They would have wanted there to be public input, despite there being no legal duty to do so.
Recycling
o Outagamie County came up with a memo for JFC members on recycling.
o They talk about:
23
DOT
Supporting per capita grant distribution
Suppmting consolidation
Offering different ways of incentivizing consolidation and implementing change in
general.
Contact with business owner from Chippewa County regarding road weight limits.
Federal Railroad Administration began to announce the grants from the Florida HSR money.
PSC
Commission Meeting on Friday
o Among other issues on the docket, the Focus on Energy Administrator will be selected
o Further discussion on We Energies proposed biomass plant in Rothschild
Tourism
USS Milwaukee
o Secretary of the Navy sent a letter thanking you for your request that Milwaukee be considered
for the commissioning site ofUSS Milwaukee (LCS 5)
o Will work with the Dept. of Tourism to see what else can be done to make this happen
Menomonee Valley
o Menomonee Valley Pmtners Inc. sent a letter thanking you for your partnership in helping
improve the Valley
o MVP said, "these successes would not be possible without partners like you." (in 2010,4 more
companies moved to the Valley, creating 660 jobs)
Venture Capital
Package mmounced at media event by Sen. Hopper, Rep. Tauchen, and Rep. Fields
JOBS Hotline
2 calls received
RGPPC Healthcare Conference Call
Nine states are behind our Medicaid flexibility recommendations. Edits from states are to be submitted
throughout next week.
DHS
Met with Tony Langenol, Dr. Phillips, and Ryan Natzke (Marshfield Clinic): Discussed the proposed
Marshfield dental school, dental clinics, and budget.
Meeting with Tom Fonfara & Maureen Kartheiser (March of Dimes): May 17'h is the March of Dimes
lobby day at the Capitol. Discussed their prenatal programs. There are 8 sites in Wisconsin that reach 2,000
women each year.
DCF
Meeting with Ken Taylor (WI Council on Children & Families: Ken discussed WCCF's budget priorities,
shared their support for the Read to Lead Task Force. They oppose the new emergency rule maldng authority in
the budget repair bill. Ken is also the co-chair with Secretary Anderson for the WI Child Welfare Council.
Education
24
Met with Tony Langenol and Data Recognition Corp on the WKCE test, discussed phasing in another test.
Health Care News
Republicans want to require photos on FoodShare, BadgerCare cards: (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
Medicaid Debate Can't only Be About Cuts (The Buffington Post)
Article by: Former Gov. Tonnny G. Thompson & Sec. ofHHS
Local Government:
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Editorial: The cuts at MPS
The loss of federal grant money and reduced state spending sends a clear message that Milwaukee Public
Schools has to put in place the efficiencies called for by consultants in 2009. Just as important, school leaders
need to ask the teachers union to reopen its contract to save teaching jobs.
Thornton and the School Board also should ask the teachers union to reopen its contract with the district. The
emphasis for the union now should be on savingjobs.
Sheboygan Press: Editorial: Contract extensions were good moves
Sheboygan County Finance Director Terry Hanson said the extension will save the county $600,000 this year
and nearly $1.4 million next year above what it would have gained under Walker's plan alone.
The savings to the school district in the four contracts it agreed to extend comes to about $6.65 million over the
next 18 months and includes a wage freeze.
We don't know how long the collective bargaining provisions will remain in legal limbo, but we do know that
local taxpayers are already saving money by having hundreds of union employees pay insurance and pension .
costs now rather than later.
Beloit Daily News. Beloit may face transit, recycling cuts
Approximately 2. 8 percent of the Beloit Transit System's operating budget is state-fimded, she said. For 2011
the operating budget is $1,903,000.
Overall, Gavin said Walker's plan would result in a total loss of$80,000 per year in 2012 and 2013.
She did not want to speak prematurely, because the budget has not yet been passed, but Gavin did say a
reduction in the number of hours of service - whether that be during non-peak times or Saturday services -
could be a possibility.
Since City Manager Larry Arft said state statutes mandate recycling, the only choice is to raise the monthly
collection fees if the grant is indeed eliminated.
He said the rate for the residential solid waste collection (that includes the recycling program) used to be at
$11.50 a month, and in 2010 it went up to $13 a month.
There is an overage charge of more than five set-outs a week, and the yard waste collection is a separate
sticker.
25
If the grants are not funded, the rate for residential collection would likely go up to $14.50 a month.
La Crosse Tribune. Walker signs sick leave bill
The bill declares that statewide employee leave provisions trump local ordinances and prohibits cities, villages,
towns and counties from adoptingtheir own.
Walker, a Republican, says in a statement the bill removes another barrier to creating jobs. Milwaukee Mayor
Tom Barrett, a Democrat who ran against Walker for governor, opposes the bill, saying it could drive jobs out
of the city.
La Crosse Tribune. Appointment of veterans secretary gaining speed
Wisconsin's veterans groups are divided on whether to change the current structure, which gives the Board of
Veterans Affairs the power to appoint the secretary. Those in support of the change argue that the department is
in shambles and a dramatic change is needed.
But opponents say it will only fitrther politicize the board and department.
Justice:
Wisconsin State Journal. State assistant district attorneys reject proposal to cut work hours
Wisconsin assistant district attorneys have overwhelmingly rejected a plan to take state-mandated furloughs in
a statewide vote that ended Tuesday.
The rejection prolongs an impasse beMeen prosecutors and the state over the state's insistence that the
prosecutors take furloughs like other state workers or accept cuts to work hours to ease the budget deficit.
The two sides have not conie to an agreement, so last month the state informed assistant DAs that their work
hours would be pared by 20 percent beginning next week because they had not yet taken six of the 16 furlough
days mandated in 2009 by former Gov. Jim Doyle.
Veterans:
The Petersen bill to change the veterans board is up for an exec next Thursday. Radcliffe is offering an
amendment to allow the county veteran service officers the ability to run elections to pick board
members. Petersen is offering an omnibus amendment to stagger terms better and make some other
technical tweaks. Petersen's amendment is expected to pass and Radcliffe has been told that his idea is
a logistical nightmare by VSO's and unconstitutional by Petersen and possibly Legislative Council. The
bill is now expected on the floor May 17.
Corrections:
Representative Suder held his press conference on ending early release. It also had a hearing today and
is expected to be amended with technical tweaks. Representative Suder is committed to passing it soon.
Summary of hearing by Pat Hogan:
26
AB 86, SB 57: Technical amendments will be added at the suggestion of DOC so that the repeal of the bill may
more correctly coincide with Tmth and Sentencing. Gary Hamblin was well received and was able to answer
most questions, while deferring to support staff for the rest. He will be getting more numbers regarding the
recidivism rate. There was a question of constitutionality regarding ex post facto, but this was rebuffed by many
in the room (this certain individual had previously met with Rep. Kessler and Sen. Coggs)- I do not foresee this
being an issue. The public support from members of the committee was split party-line.
Rep. Suder. Holds press conference on repeal of early release. Facts and Figures.
Concealed Carry:
Wausau Daily Herald. Sen. Galloway introduces concealed carry gun bill
"I look forward to residents of the state of Wisconsin being able to exercise their constitutional rights, "
Galloway said.
Wisconsin and Illinois are the only two states that do not permit concealed carry. Proponents of concealed
carry argue it will prevent crime and is a guaranteed right for U.S. citizens, but opponents say it's a danger to
the public.
Galloway'sfirst proposal would allow individuals older than 21 to apply for permits from the state's
Department of Justice. A background check to carry a concealed weapon would be required.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. New concealed carry bills go further than previous effmis
Galloway said she did not believe any training was needed for people to carry concealed guns.
"People who carry concealed as private citizens are responsible people," she said.
Galloway's contention that no training would be needed for concealed carry contrasts with regulations in place
for hunters.
State regulations specifY that hunters born after Jan. 1, 1973, must complete a hunter safety course. There are
some exceptions -for example, if hunters have completed basic training in the military, or they are shooting
certain species such as squirrels and rabbits without a license on their own property.
George Meyer, executive director of the Wisconsin Wildlife Federation, would not comment on the bill but said
his organization has consistently supported concealed cany over the years. He did add that hunter safety
courses - combined with the requirement to wear blaze orange in the woods - had "substantially reduced
hunting accidents. "
27
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Thursday, May OS, 2011 6:26 PM
Schrimpf, Chris - GOV; Werwie, Cullen J - GOV
Fw: Daily Policy and Legislative Briefing
The AP is wrong in this story. Mayor Barrett opposed the 9 sick law that the bill I signed into law fixes (the story makes it
sound like he opposes the law I signed):
The bill declares that statewide employee leave provisions trump local ordinances and prohibits cities, villages, towns
and counties from adopting their own.
Walker, a Republican, says in a statement the bill removes another barrier to creating jobs. Milwaukee Mayor Tom
Barrett, a Democrat who ran against Walker for governor, opposes the bill, saying it could drive jobs out of the city.
From: Murray, Ryan M- GOV
To: Murray, Ryan M - GOV
Legislative Update:
Assembly Energy and Utilities Committee. The bill passed the committee 6-5.
Representative Severson will be having a 10 minute phone call with the Govetnor tomorrow conceming
wind turbines.
Representative Toles has requested a meeting with the Govemor to discuss the Governor's suspension of
Commerce
Hospitality Development near State Fair Park
DATCP
17
DNR
Great Lakes Council of Governors
o Met with DNR staff to receive an update on various Great Lakes issues, including:
The City of Waukesha's request for a water diversion from the Great Lakes Basin
A review of the 5 Areas of Concern designated by EPA
Recycling
DOT
o They talk about:
Supporting consolidation
general.
PSC
o Fmther discussion on We Energies proposed biomass plant in Rothschild
Tourism
USS Milwaukee
o Secretary of the Navy sent a letter thanking you for your request that Milwaukee be considered
Menomonee Valley
o Menomonee Valley Partners Inc. sent a letter thanking you for your partnership in helping
improve the Valley
o MVP said, "these successes would not be possible without pmtners like you." (in 2010,4 more
Venture Capital
Package announced at media event by Sen. Hopper, Rep. Tauchen, and Rep. Fields
JOBS Hotline
2 calls received
18
Nine states are behind our Medicaid flexibility reconnnendations. Edits from states are to be submitted
DRS
Meeting with Tom Fonfara & Maureen Kartheiser (March of Dimes): May 17
111
is the March of Dimes
women each year.
DCF
shared their support for the Read to Lead Task Force. They oppose the new emergency rule making authority in
Education
Health Care News
Medicaid Debate Can't only Be About Cuts (The Huffing/on Post)
Article by: Former Gov. Tommy G. Thompson & Sec. ofHHS
Local Government:
Milwaukee Joumal Sentinel. Editorial: The cuts at MPS
emphasis for the union now should be on saving jobs.
Sheboygan Press: Editorial: Conhact extensions were good moves
local taxpayers are already saving money by having hundreds of union employees pay insurance and pension
19
Approximately 2. 8 percent of the Beloit Transit System's operating budget is state-.fimded, she said For 2011
the operating budget is $1,903,000.
Overall, Gavin said Walker's plan would result in a total loss of$80,000 per year in 2012 and 2013.
reduction in the number of hours of service- whether that be during non-peak times or Saturday services-
Since City Manager Larry Arft said state statutes mandate recycling, the only choice is to raise the monthly
collection fees if the grant is indeed eliminated
There is an overage charge of more than five set-outs a week, and the yard waste collection is a separate
sticker.
If the grants are not funded, the rate for residential collection would likely go up to $14.50 a month.
towns and counties fi'om adopting their own.
of the city.
in shambles and a dramatic change is needed
But opponents say it will only further politicize the board and department.
Justice:
Wisconsin State Jomnal. State assistant district attorneys reject proposal to cut work hours
Wisconsin assistant district attorneys have overwhelmingly rejected a plan to take state-mandatedfitrloughs in
The rejection prolongs an impasse between prosecutors and the state over the state's insistence that the
prosecutors take fitrloughs like other state workers or accept cuts to work hours to ease the budget deficit.
20
The two sides have not come to an agreement, so last month the state informed assistant DAs tbat their work
hours would be pared by 20 percent beginning next week because tbey had not yet taken six oftbe 16 furlough
Veterans:
Conections:
is expected to be amended with technical tweaks. Representative Suder is committed to passing it soon.
AB 86, SB 57: Technical amendments will be added at tbe suggestion of DOC so that the repeal oftbe bill may
more conectly coincide with Truth and Sentencing. Gary Hamblin was well received and was able to answer
most questions, while defening to support staff for the rest. He will be getting more numbers regarding the
in tbe room (this certain individual had previously met with Rep. Kessler and Sen. Coggs)- I do not foresee this
being an issue. The public support from members of the committee was split party-line.
Concealed Carry:
"I look forward to residents of the state of Wisconsin being able to exercise their constitutional rights,"
Galloway said.
Wisconsin and Illinois are the only two states that do not permit concealed carry. Proponents of concealed
carry argue it will prevent crime and is a guaranteed right for US. citizens, but opponents say it's a danger to
the public.
Galloway's first proposal would allow individuals older than 21 to apply for permits from the state's
Milwaukee Joumal Sentinel. New concealed catTy bills go further than previous efforts
''People who carry concealed as private citizens are responsible people," she said.
for hunters.
21
State regulations specifY that hunters born after Jan. 1, 1973, must complete a hunter safety course. There are
his organization has consistently supported concealed carry over the years. He did add that hunter safety
courses- combined with the requirement to wear blaze orange in the woods- had "substantially reduced
22
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Schrimpf, Chris - GOV; WeiWie, Cullen J - GOV
Re: Daily Policy and Legislative Briefing
Please ca II AP.
urstJav. May 05, 2011 06:25PM
To: Schrimpf, Chris - GOV; Werwie, Cullen J - GOV
Subject: Fw: Daily Policy and Legislative Briefing
The AP is wrong in this story. Mayor Barrett opposed the 9 sick law that the bill I signed into law fixes (the story makes it
sound like he opposes the law I signed):
The bill declares that statewide employee leave provisions trump local ordinances and prohibits cities, villages, towns
and counties from adopting their own.
Walker, a Republican, says in a statement the bill removes another barrier to creating jobs. Milwaukee. Mayor Tom
Barrett, a Democrat who ran against Walker for governor, opposes the bill, saying it could drive jobs out ofthe city.
To: Murray, Ryan M - GOV
Legislative Update:
Assembly Energy and Utilities Committee. The bill passed the committee 6-5.
Representative Severson will be having a 10 minute phone call with the Govemor tomonow conceming
wind turbines.
Representative Toles has requested a meeting with the Govemor to discuss the Governor's suspension of
Commerce
Hospitality Development near State Fair Pari'
11
DATCP
DNR
Great Lakes Council of Governors
o Met with DNR staffto receive an update on various Great Lakes issues, including:
The City of Waukesha's request for a water diversion from the Great Lakes Basin
A review of the 5 Areas of Concern designated by EPA
Recycling
DOT
o They talk about:
Supporting consolidation
general.
PSC
o Further discussion on We Energies proposed biomass plant in Rothschild
Tourism
USS Milwaul{ee
o Secretary of theN avy sent a letter thanking you for your request that Milwaukee be considered
Menomonee Valley
o Menomonee Valley Partners Inc. sent a letter thanking you for your partnership in helping
improve the Valley
o MVP said, "these successes would not be possible without partners like you." (in 2010, 4 more
12
Venture Capital
Package announced at media event by Sen. Hopper, Rep. Tauchen, and Rep. Fields
JOBS Hotline
2 calls received
Nine states are behind our Medicaid flexibility recommendations. Edits from states are to be submitted
DHS
Meeting with Tom Fonfara & Maureen Kartheiser (March of Dimes): May 1 i
11
is the March of Dimes
women each year.
DCF
shared their support for the Read to Lead Task Force. They oppose the new emergency rule making authority in
Education
Health Care News
Medicaid Debate Can't only Be About Cuts (Tlte Huffington Post)
Article by: Fmmer Gov. Tommy G. Thompson & Sec. ofHHS
Local Govemment:
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Editorial: The cuts at MPS
emphasis for the union now should be on saving jobs.
Sheboygan Press: Editorial: Contract extensions were good moves
13
local taxpayers are already saving money by having hundreds of union employees pay insurance and pension
Approximately 2.8 percent of the Beloit Transit System's operating budget is state-funded, she said. For 2011
the operating budget is $1,903, 000.
Overall, Gavin said Walker's plan would result ina total/ass of$80,000 per year in 2012 and 2013.
reduction in the number of hours of service- whether that be during non-peak times or Saturday services-
Since City Manager Larry Arji said state statutes mandate recycling, the only choice is to raise the monthly
collection fees if the grant is indeed eliminated
There is an overage charge of more than jive set-outs a week; and the yard waste collection is a separate
sticker.
If the grants are notfimded, the rate for residential collection would likely go up to $14.50 a inonth.
towns and counties from adopting their own.
of the city.
in shambles and a dramatic change is needed
But opponents say it will only jill'ther politicize the board and department.
Justice:
Wisconsin State Journal. State assistant district attorneys reject proposal to cut work hours
14
Wisconsin assistant district attorneys have overwhelmingly rejected a plan to take state-mandated furloughs in
The rejection prolongs an impasse behveen prosecutors and the state over the state's insistence that the
prosecutors take furloughs like other state workers or accept cuts to work hours to ease the budget deficit.
The two sides have not come to an agreement, so last month the state informed assistant DAs that their work
hours would be pared by 20 percent beginning next week because they had not yet taken six of the 16 furlough
Veterans:
Corrections:
is expected to be amended with technical twealcs. Representative Suder is committed to passing it soon.
AB 86, SB 57: Technical amendments will be added at the suggestion of DOC so that the repeal of the bill may
more correctly coincide with Truth and Sentencing. Gary Hamblin was well received and was able to answer
most questions, while deferring to support staff for the rest. He will be getting more numbers regarding the
in the room (this certain individual had previously met with Rep. Kessler and Sen. Coggs)- I do not foresee this
being an issue. The public support from members ofthe committee was split party-line.
Concealed Carry:
''I look forward to residents of the state of Wisconsin being able to exercise their constitutional rights,"
Galloway said.
Wisconsin and fllinois are the only two states that do not permit concealed carry. Proponents of concealed
carry argue it will prevent crime and is a guaranteed right for U.S. citizens, but opponents say it's a danger to
the public.
Galloway's first proposal would allow individuals older than 21 to apply for permits from the state's
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. New concealed carry bills go further than previous efforts
15
"People who carry concealed as private citizens are responsible people," she said.
for hunters.
Stale regulations specify that hunters born after Jan. 1, 1973, must complete a hunter safety course. There are
his organization has consistently supported concealed carry over the years. He did add that hunter safety
courses - combined with the requirement to wear blaze orange in the woods - had "substantially reduced
16
From:
Sent:
To:
Schrimpf, Chris - GOV
Friday, May 06, 201112:26 PM
cullen.werwie@wi.gov
FYI. We'll be putting out this release this afternoon. You may want to consider something similar. The language in the
article about Illinois could be played off of well too.
Wisconsin Jumps 17 Spots Business Ranking
Wisconsin Saw Greatest Improvement in Survey ofCEOs
Madison-Today a ranking of the best and worst states for business was released by Chief Executive Magazine,
which was based on a survey of more than 500 CEOs who considered a criteria ranging from taxation and
regulation to workforce quality and living environment. This annual ranking shows that Wisconsin, who in
2010 was ranked the 41st best state to do business in, jumped more than any other state in the nation to the 24th
best state in 2011.
"I am glad that our Open for Business message is resonating," said Governor Scott Walker. "From our special
session to the budget, we are focused on helping our economy grow and letting the world know that Wisconsin
welcomes job creators. Despite our progress, we still have a lot of work ahead of us to make sure our state's
private sector can create 250,000 new jobs by 2015. Two of our most immediate needs are making sure the
Department of Commerce's transition to a public-private partnership goes well, and that Wisconsin is able to
attract more venture capital."
According to Chief Executive Magazine:
Wisconsin and Louisiana posted the two biggest gains since 2010 ... By contrast, lllinois has droppf3d 40 places
in five years and is now in a death spiral. Its bond ranking is 49th, ahead of only California. The state may play
host to fitgitive state senators from nearby Wisconsin and Indiana who avoid voting in their home legislatures,
but businesses are heading for the exits. Doug Oberhelman, CEO of Peoria-based Caterpillar, is raising the
specter of moving the heavy equipment maker out of Illinois. In a letter to Gov. Pat Quinn, he wrote, "The
direction that this state is headed in is not favorable to business, and I'd like to work with you to change that. "
Business leaders graded the states on a variety of categories grouped under taxation and regulation, workforce
quality and living environment. "Do not overtax business, "offered one CEO. "Make sure your tax scheme does
not drive business to another state. Have a regulatory environment and regulators that encourage good
business-not one that punishes businesses for minor infractions. "
Not surprisingly, states with punitive tax and regulatory regimes are punished with lower rankings, and this can
offset even positive scores on quality of living environment. While state incentives are always welcome, what
CEOs often seek are areas with consistent policies and regulations that allow them to plan, as well as
intangible factors such as a state's overall attitude toward business and the work ethic of its population.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who confronts one of the nation's worst pension underfunding problems, is
using the prospect of insolvency to push for significant pension reductions. In his move to end public sector
collective bargaining to get control of the state 's budget, Wisconsin's Scott Walker made Chris Christie appear
reasonable. Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels slowed state government payrolls to the point where Indiana has
88
the nation's fewest state employees per capita. In addition, while at least 35 states raised taxes during the
recession, Indiana cut them.
These are some of the actions that encourage business leaders. As another CEO respondent remarked, "We
need some political backbone to control spending, address out-of-control debts, and use common sense on
environmental and other governmental regulations. Quit demonizing businesses. Who do they think provide real
jobs?"
The entire article can be accessed at: http://chiefexecutive.net/best-worst-states-for-business
Chris Schrimpf
Email: chris.schrimpf@wisconsin.gov
###
89
From:
Sent:
To:
Friday, May 06, 201112:26 PM
Werwie, Cullen J - GOV
2010 was ranked the 41st best state to do business in, jumped more than any other state in the nation to the 24
1
h
best state in 2011.
session to the budget, we are focused on helping our economy grow and letting the world know that Wisconsin.
Wisconsin and Louisiana posted the two biggest gains since 2010 ... By contrast, Illinois has dropped 40 places
in jive years and is now in a death spiral. Its bond ranking is 49th, ahead of only California. The state may play
host to fugitive state senators from nearby Wisconsin and Indiana who avoid voting in their home legislatures,
Business leaders graded the states on a variety of categories grouped under taxation and regulation, worliforce
quality and living environment. "Do not overtax business, " offered one CEO. "Make sure your tax scheme does
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who confronts one of the nation's worst pension underfimding problems, is
collective bargaining to get control of the state's budget, Wisconsin's Scott Walker made Chris Christie appear
86
jobs?"
Chris Schrimpf
###
87
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
That is AWESOME
Welhouse, Andrew <Andrew.Welhouse@legis.wisconsin.gov>
Friday, May 06, 201112:31 PM
Re:
From: Schrimpf, Chris- GOV [mailto:Chris.Schrimpf@wisconsin.gov]
Sent: Friday, May 06, 2011 12:25 PM
To: Werwie, Cullen J - GOV
Subject:
201 0 was ranked the 41st best state to do business in, jumped more than any other state in the nation to the 24
111
best state in 2011.
Depmtment of Commerce's transition to a public-private pminership goes well, and that Wisconsin is able to
quality and living environment. "Do not overtax business, " offired one CEO. "Make sure your tax scheme does
business-not one that punishes businesses for minor irifractions. "
84
Not surprisingly, states with punitive tax and regulatory regimes are punished with lower ranldngs, and this can
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who confronts one of the nation's worst pension underfimding problems, is
jobs?"
Chris Schrimpf
###
85
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
~ 1 : 2 0 P M
tom.evenson@wi.gov; cullen.werwie@wi.gov; Scott.Matejov@wi.gov
draft: Wisconsin Jumps 17 Spots Business Ranking
FYI. We'll send this soon. I shortened the excerpted part just a little. The rest is the same as the hard copy you have.
May 6,2011
For Immediate Release
Contact: Cullen Werwie, 608-267-7303
which was based on a sw-vey of more than 500 CEOs who considered a criteria ranging from taxation and
2010 was ranked the 41st best state to do business in, jumped more than any other state in the nation to the 24
111
best state in 2011.
Wisconsin and Louisiana posted the two biggest gains since 20 I 0 ... By contrast, Illinois has dropped 40 places
but businesses are heading for the exits. Doug Oberhelman, CEO of Peoria-based Cate1pillar, is raising the
direction that this state is headed in is not favorable to business, and I'd like to work with you to change that."
offset eyen positive scores on quality of living environment. While state incentives are always welcome, what
82
jobs?"
The entire article can.be accessed at: http://chiefexecutive.net/best-worst-states-for-business
Chris Schrimpf
###
83
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Add the word "in" in title.
Evenson, Tom - GOV
Friday, May 06, 20111:25 PM
Re: draft Wisconsin Jumps 17 Spots Business Ranking
S e n ~ : F. Ma 06, 2011 01:19PM
To:
Cc: Evenson, Tom - G V; Werwie, Cullen J - GOV; Matejov, Scott- GOV
Subject: draft: Wisconsin Jumps 17 Spots Business Ranking
May 6, 2011
201 0 was ranked the 41 '
1
best state to do business in, jumped more than any other state in the nation to the 24
1
h
best state in 2011.
"I am glad that om Open for Business message is resonating," said Governor Scott Walker. "From om special
welcomes job creators. Despite our progress, we still have a lot of work ahead of us to make sme our state's
Wisconsin and Louisiana posted the two biggest gains since 20I 0 ... By contrast, Illinois has dropped 40 places
host to jitgitive state senators from nearby Wisconsin and Indiana who avoid voting in their home legislatures,
80
. business-not one that punishes businesses for minor infractions. "
collective bargaining to get control of the state's budget, Wisconsin 's Scott Walker made Chris Christie appear
jobs?"
Chris Schrimpf
###
81
Sent:
To:
Friday, May 06, 20111:34 PM
Evenson, Tom - GOV
Cc: Werwie, Cullen J - GOV
Subject: RE: draft: Wisconsin Jumps 17 Spots Business Ranking
Thanks. We good tos end?
Chris Schrimpf
Sent: Friday, May 06, 20111:25 PM
To: Schrimpf, Chris - GOV
Subject: Re: draft: Wisconsin Jumps 17 Spots Business Ranking
May 06, 2011 01:19PM
To:
Cc: Evenson, om - V; Werwie, Cullen J - GOV; Matejov, Scott- GOV
May6, 2011
Wisconsin Jnmps 17 Spots Business Ranking
best state in 2011.
"I am glad that our Open for Business message is resonating," said Governor Scott Walker. "From om special
session to the budget, we are focused on helping om economy grow and letting the world know that Wisconsin
welcomes job creators. Despite om progress, we still have a lot of work ahead of us to make sure our state's
78
Depmtment of Commerce's transition to a public-private partnership goes well, and that Wisconsin is able to
Not surprisingly, states with punitive tax and regulatmy regimes are punished with lower rankings, and this can
offiet even positive scores on quality of living environment. While state incentives are always welcome, what
jobs?"
Chris Sclnimpf
###
79
Subject: Re: draft Wisconsin Jumps 17 Spots Business Ranking
Gov is in DOA now. Keith is over here on a conf call with him that may run past 2:15. Give Bauer the heads up. Unless
you want to move him to 3PM and keep the rest on schedule.
Your call
To: Evenson, Tom - GOV
Subject: RE: draft: Wisconsin JUmps 17 Spots Business Ranking
Chris Schrimpf .
01:19PM

Cc: Evenson, Tom - GOV; Werwie, Cullen J - GOV; Matejov, Scott - GOV
May6, 2011
75
2010 was ranked the 41 ''best state to do business in, jwnped more than any other state in the nation to the 24th
best state in 2011.
session to the budget, we are focused on helping our economy grow and letting the world !mow that Wisconsin
welcomes job creators. Despite our progress, we still have a lot of work ahead of us to make sme our state's
private sector can create 250,000 new jobs by 2015. Two of om most immediate needs are making sure the
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who confionts one of the nation's worst pension underfimding problems, is
jobs?"
Chris Schrimpf
###
76
77
From:
Sent:
Friday, May 06, 2011 2:07 PM
To: Evenson, Tom- GOV; Schrimpf, Chris- GOV
Bauer moved to 3pm, just call him at the end of the others.
Cullen Werwie
Press Secretary
Office of Governor Scott Walker
Press Office: {608} 267-7303
Email:
www. walker. wi.qov
Your call
Sent: Friday, May 06, 2011 01:34PM
Chris Schrimpf
72
S e n ~ 2 0 1 1 01:19PM
To:---
Cc: Evenson, Tom - GOV; Werwie, Cullen J - GOV; Matejov, Scott- GOV
May6, 2011
2010 was ranked the 41st best state to do business in, jumped more than any other state in the nation to the 24'
11
best state in 2011.
private sector can create 250,000 new jobs by 2015. Two of our most inm1ediate needs are making sure the
quality and living environment. "Do not overtax business, " offired one CEO. "Make sure your tax scheme does
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who confionts one of the nation's worst pension underfimding problems, is
73
jobs?"
Clnis Schrimpf
###
74
To: Werwie, Cullen J - GOV; Schrimpf, Chris- GOV
Thanks.
From: Werwie, Cullen J - GOV
To: Evenson, Tom - GOV; Schrimpf, Chris - GOV
Cullen Werwie
Press Secretary
Press Office: (608} 267-7303
Email:
www. walker. wi.qov
Your call
Chris Schrimpf
69
S e ~ O l l 01:19PM
To,..........
Cc: Evenson, Tom - GOV; Werwie, Cullen J - GOV; Matejov, Scott- GOV
May 6, 2011
best state in 2011.
"I am glad that our Open for Business message is resonating," said Govemor Scott Walker. "From our special
session to the budget, we are focused on helping our economy grow and letting the world !mow that Wisconsin
private sector can create 250,000 new jobs by 2015. Two of om most immediate needs are making sure the
Wisconsin and Louisiana posted the two biggest gains since 2010 ... By contrast, illinois has dropped 40 places
specter of moving the heavy equipment maker out of illinois. In a letter to Gov. Pat Quinn, he wrote, "The
direction that this state is headed in is not favorable to business, and I'd like to work with you to change that."
quality and living environment. "Do not overtax business, " o.!Jered one CEO. "Make sure your tax scheme does
offtet even positive scores on quality of living environment. While state incentives are always welcome, what
70
intangible factors such as a state 's overall attitude toward business and the work ethic of its population.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who confronts one oft he nation's worst pension underfimding problems, is
collective bargaining to get control of the state 's budget, Wisconsin's Scott Walker made Chris Christie appear
reasonable. Indiana Governor Milch Daniels slowed state government payrolls to the point where Indiana has
jobs?"
The entire mticle qan be accessed at: http://chiefexecutive.net/best-worst-states-for-business
Chris Schrimpf
###
71
To: Evenson, Tom- GOV; Wetwie, Cullen J- GOV
Is the release good to go
Chris Schrimpf
To: Wetwie, Cullen J - GOV; Schrimpf, Chris - GOV
Thanks.
From: Wetwie, Cullen J- GOV
To: Evenson, Tom - GOV; Schrimpf, Chris - GOV
Cullen Werwie
Press Secretary
Press Office: (608} 267-7303
Email: Cullen. Werwie@WI.Gov
www. walker. wi.qov
To: Schrimpf, Chris - GOV; Wetwie, Cullen J - GOV
Your call
From: Schrimpf, Chris- GOV
66
Thanks. We good los end?
Chris Schrimpf
T o ~
C c : ~ ; Werwie, Cullen J- GOV; Matejov, Scott- GOV
May6,2011
Wisconsin Saw Greatest Improvement in Survey of CEOs
regulation to workforce quality and living enviromnent. This annual ranking shows that Wisconsin, who in
201 0 was ranked the 41 '' best state to do business in, jumped more than any other state in the nation to the 24'
11
best state in 2011.
"I am glad that om Open for Business message is resonating," said Governor Scott Walker. "From om special
Depmiment of Commerce's transition to a public-private partnership goes well, and that Wisconsin is able to
67
Not surprisingly, states with punitive tax and regulatory regimes are punished with lower ran kings, and this can
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who corifronts one of the nation's worst pension underfunding problems, is
the nation's fowest state employees per capita. In addition, while at least 35 states raised taxes during the
jobs?"
Chris Schrimpf
###
68
From:
Sent:
To:
Friday, May 06, 2011 4:55 PM
Subject:
Importance:
Cullen Werwie
Press Secretary
Press Office: {608} 267-7303
Email:
www. walker. wi.qov
From: DCFMEDIA
FW: Mark Belling
High
To: Werwie, Cullen J - GOV
Cc: Hansen, Joan M - DCF
Subject: Mark Belling
Importance: High
Hi Cullen,
Please see the below draft response to the email we received from Mark Belling and with his email chain included below
that.
We would like to know if this is the response you want. If not, please send edits or let me know if you want to handle this
directly.
Joan is looped on this and has approved the below draft.
Thanks,
Erika
Hello Mark,
While our staff is at work, we expect them to be focused on their jobs and to work efficiently on behalf of Wisconsin
children and families. We take our responsibility to taxpayers seriously. We will be investigating this situation.
Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
Erika Monroe-Kane
62
Department of Children and Families
201 East Washington Avenue
Madison, WI 53703
T: 608.266.8691
E: erika.monroe-kane@wisconsin.gov
From: BELLING, MARK C. [mailto:MarkBelling@CiearChannel.com]
Sent: Friday, May 06, 201112:17 AM
To: DCFMEDIA
Subject: FW: Government employee with too much time on her hands ....
Is this allowed by your agency???
Mark Belling
WISN-AM
markbelling@clearchannel.com
From: Cay Landowski
Sent: Thu 5/5/2011 9:12PM
To: BELLING, MARK C.; WEBER, JAY R.
Subject: Government employee with too much time on her hands ....
Hi Mark & Jay-
I'm a long time loyal listener and have been loving every minute of your coverage of the elections and the political battles
in Madison. I listen to Jay when I wake up and on the commute to work and then listen to Mark on the drive home.
I'm forwarding to you an email! received today- thought you would both get a kick out it
It was the 6th one I received from this person (Grace Young)- all sent during business hours .... .from her work email .... with
the state government
She sent three others to me on 4/28.
I didn't think much of the first three- they were little jokes and I figured someone had the wrong email address. This one
just makes me shake my head at how much time this government employee is wasting at taxpayers' expense.
I will forward the other email she sent me about the rally being planned in Madison.
Wait until Grace finds out she stupidly sent this to a conservative who shared it with her two favorite conservative talk
radio hosts!
-Cay
Sent: , 2011 AM
Subject: FW: A Defeat for Scott Walker
Grace T. Young- OA
BMCW Region I
2
From: AFSCME Wisconsin Action Center [mailto:info@wiafscme.org]
Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2011 5:34PM
To: Young, Grace T- DCF
Subject: A Defeat for Scott Walker
r.:;] = ~ - ~ - ----
0
Dear Grace,
Yesterday, La Crosse area voters fired a shot heard around Wisconsin's political world.
They elected Democrat Steve Doyle to fill the Assembly seat held since 1994 by Scott Walker ally
and former Assembly Speaker Mike Huebsch.
When Huebsch left the seat to become the Walker administration's top gun, it was widely assumed
that his successor would be a Republican. After all, Huebsch had won his last six elections by a
margin of nearly 20%.
That was before Walker dropped his bomb on the rights of Wisconsin workers.
As it became clear just how politically toxic Walker has become, GOP groups frantically dumped at
least $200,000 into this relatively-small Assembly district - outspending Doyle's side by at least 3-
to1 -- in a desperate ploy to avoid a huge symbolic loss.
Yesterday's victory confirmed that Walker's union-busting agenda is wildly out of step
with Wisconsin values.
The election confirmed that we are energized and are not going away.
The hundreds of thousands of citizens who have put Wisconsin on the worldwide map of activism
will not allow themselves to be ignored. Together, we have made history by gathering enough
signatures to force six of Walker's Senate allies to defend themselves in recall elections this
summer.
One of those senators, Dan Kapanke of La Crosse, is shaking in his boots today. Doyle's win came
in the most Republican area of Kapanke's senate district. If a Walker ally can't win there, Kapanke
is in very deep trouble.
So, today we can celebrate a great victory. But we clearly need to do much more than pick up one
Assembly seat, no matter how sweet the victory. Recall elections will be playing out across the
state in the coming months and we need you to stay informed and involved.
We need to stand up and defend three of the Fab 14 Senate Democrats who stood up for us. And
we need to go after, with everything we've got, the six Republican Senators facing recall after siding
with Walker over Wisconsin workers. Keep checking here for ways to plug into the action nearest
you.
And keep in mind that Walker allies in the Legislature are pushing hard to pass Walker's
3
terrible budget filled with wrong choices for Wisconsin.
Now that they can see the writing on the wall, they are racing to do as much damage as possible
before recalls can end their momentary monopoly on power. There's even talk of outting Walker's
attack on collective bargaining - now delayed in the courts- into the state budget.
We need to stand up and tell them: Don't you dare!
Please contact your own legislator directly.
And if you possibly can, join us at the state Capitol on Saturday, May 14, to say loud and clear-
Scott Walker's attack on Wisconsin's working families will not stand.
AFSCME will once again run buses from around the state for the May 14 rally. Check back here
often for more details in the coming days.
Once again, thank you for all you are doing to help Wisconsin get back on the right path. As you
can see from yesterday's big election win, we have the energy and commitment on our side.
We can do this! Together, we can take our state back.
Solidarity!
Jim Garity, President
AFSCME Council 40
Bob Mclinn, President
AFSCME Council 24
Brian Stafford, President
AFSCM E Cou neil 48
Paid for by AFSCME Council 11, Doug Burnett, Executive Director
Click here to unsubscribe
65
Rick Badger, Executive Director
AFSCME Council 40
Marty Beil, Executive Director
AFSCME Council 24
Rich Abelson, Executive Director
AFSCME Council 48
Kathy Hegerfeld
WisDOT
Office of Public Affairs
Rm. 1038 Hill Farms
Madison, WI
181
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 6:13 PM
kris.maher@wsj.com
AP
A Republican leader in the Wisconsin Senate says the GOP plans no major changes in Gov. Scott Walker's
proposal to strip collective bargaining rights from nearly all public employees.
Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald said Wednesday that some changes would be made to the bill, but the
core parts of Walker's plan would remain, including the provision affecting collective bargaining and another
one requiring employees to make larger contributions to their pensions and health insurance.
Chris Schrimpf
182
Sent:
To:
Evenson, Tom- GOV
Subject:
sure
Chris Schrimpf
RE: Suggested Tweet
from: Evenson, Tom - GOV
Sent:'Wednesday, February 16, 2011 5:59 PM
Subject: Re: Suggested Tweet
I can post text and not article if you want
16, 2011 05:57PM
To:--
Cc: Werwie, Cullen J - GOV; Evenson, Tom - GOV
Subject: RE: Suggested Tweet
Good point
Chris Schrimpf

Sent: ednesday, February 16, 2011 5:53 PM
Mixed bag. I would say this without linking to this story.
P .S. I don't think many people even know what collective bargaining is.
From: Schrimpf, Chris- GOV
16, 2011 05:48PM
To:--
184
Subject: Suggested Tweet
There are a lot of voices not at the capitol today who recognize the need to reform how our government works
http://www. fox6now .com/news/witi-20 11 0216-budget-opin ion, 0,2276692, print.story
Public opinion is mixed on Governor Walker's budget repair bill
Scott Walker's plan could be passed before March
Tami Hughes
FOX6 Reporter
5:13PM CST, February 16,2011
WITI-TV, MILWAUKEE
FOX6 Reporter Tami Hughes drove up and down Capitol Dr. trying to gauge the public opinion on Governor
Scott Walker's budget repair bill. After traveling from Shorewood to Brookfield, FOX6 finds there aren't any
clear winners.
Gas station attendant Gene Jacobsen believes state workers should be grateful they still have a job. He says,
"Gotta bite the bullet... What would you rather have a job with benefits that you have to pay for a little, or no job
at all?"
Shorewood High School students used their lunch break to support their favorite public employees. Junior
Eileen O'Meara-Stillwell says, ''Our teachers do so much for us, and they deserve our support, and they don't
deserve their benefits to be taken away."
Shorewood High School Senior says , "It's not greed, because right now they aren't being paid very much. They
are underpaid workers."
FOX6 found no support for Walker's plan at Capitol Dr. and Teutonia Ave. Terry Spresberry said, "It's wrong.
It's hurting a lot of people."
John Denman said, "The working man is paying so much now, and it's hard when you're running a household to
really come up with the extra cash to pay for things like health care."
There was more overall support for Walker's plan in Brookfield. During our last stop we talked to Eric Walcher,
and he said, "Getting more money into the economy works out well for me, because then I'll be able to manage
my own money. Not have the union manage my money."
Andy Wolf says, "There's some cutbacks, but we're all facing it in the business world. We're all facing it right
now."
Many who said they support public employees say they disagreed with the decision to protest outside. Walker's
personal home. They also thought teachers should have stayed in school.
Walker backers say they don't believe collective bargaining should be ended.
185
Chris Schrimpf
186
Sent:
To:
I can post text and not article if you want
Sent: February 16, 2011 05:57PM
To:
Cc: Werwie, , Evenson, Tom - GOV
Subject: RE: Suggested Tweet
Good point
Chris Schrimpf
Sent: 16, 2011 5:53 PM
P.S. I don't think many people even know what collective bargaining is.
Sent: February 16, 2011 05:48PM
Cc: J - GOV; Evenson, Tom - GOV
http://www. fox6now. com/news/witi-20 11 0216-budget-opin ion, 0,2276692, print. story
TamiHughes
FOX6 Reporter
187
5:13PM CST, February 16, 2011
WITI-TV, MILWAUKEE
clear winners.
at all?"
Eileen O'Meara-Stillwell says, "Our teachers do so much for us, and they deserve our support, and they don't
now.
11
Many who said they support public employees say they disagreed with the decision to protest outside Walker's
Chris Schrimpf
188
Downing, Karley GOV
Sent:
To:
....... ry 16,20115:57 PM
Cc:
Subject:
Werwie, Cullen J- GOV; Evenson, Tom- GOV
RE: Suggested Tweet
Good point
Chris Schrimpf
From
Sent: Wednesday, 16, 2011 5:53 PM
P.S. I don't think many people even know what collective bargaining is.
Sent: February 16, 2011 05:48 PM
To:
Cc: 1 , Evenson, Tom - GOV
http://www :fox6now. com/news/witi-2011 0216-budget -opinion, 0,2276692, print. story
Tami Hughes
FOX6 Reporter
5:13PM CST, February 16,2011
WITI-TV, MILWAUKEE
clear winners.
189
at all?"
Eileen O'Meara-Stillwell says, "Our teachers do so much for us, and they deserve our support, and they don't
now."
Many who said they support public employees say they disagreed with the decision to protest outside Walker's
Chris Schrimpf
190
From:
Sent:
To:
. Subject:
NYT: In Wisconsin, a sign of something new
The New York Times recognizes the new way of tackling budgets offered by Governor Walker
As Big Cuts Loom, Angry Protests Hit Wisconsin
By MONICA DAVEY
MADISON, Wis.- As four game wardens awkwardly stood guard, protesters, scores deep, crushed into a corridor
leading to the governor's office here on Wednesday to protest some of the most far-reaching budget cutback
proposals in the nation. Sere runs of "Come out, come out, wherever you are!" echoed throughout the Capitol
building.
Behind closed doors, Scott Walker, the Republican who has been Wisconsin's governor for about six weeks, cahnly
described his intent to forge ahead with plans to cut benefits to public workers and to sharply curtail collective
bargaining rights in the state. Yes, some angry workers had surrounded his state car on Tuesday and started
pounding on it. And yes, others had surrounded his home in Wauwatosa. But Mr. Walker said he had no other
options.
"I'm trying to balance a budget," he said.
For months, state and local officials around the country have unhappily tackled their budget problems by finding
trims here and there, apologetically resorting to layoffs, and searching for accounting moves to get through
one moreyear.
Events in Wisconsin this week, though, are a sign of something new: No more apologies, no half-measures, no more
limping by until revenues return next year. Given the dire straits of states around the country, Mr. Walker is likely to joined by
other state leaders who are forced to take similarly dramatic steps, particularly on matters of state workers, pension and unions.
'Tm sure we're gong to hear more from other states where Republican governors are trying to heap the entire burden of the
financial crisis on public employees and public employees unions," said William B. Gould IV, a labor law professor at Stanford
University and former chairman of the National Labor Relations Board. "I think it's quite possible that if they're successful in doing
this a lot of other Republican governors will emulate this."
With both chambers ofthe State Legislature dominated by Republicans after November's election, Mr. Walker's notion had largely
drawn praise from those controlling the Legislature. Votes were expected later this week. Mr. Walker has said that he hopes to get the
plan approved by next week, when he is expected to propose a new budget for the coming years that will include more sharp cuts.
3
Here, workers said they were frightened of what the cuts would mean for their family budgets, particularly for some workers who were
already struggling. The changes call for them to pay s.S percent of their salary toward their pensions, much more than now, and at least
12.6 percent of their health care premiums, double their current contribution.
But workers also seemed worried about the broader, lasting impact of the proposed changes to the way public employee unions operate
in the state.
Aside from police and firefighters, raises for workers would be limited to the consumer price index, unless the public _agreed to a higher
raise in a referendum. Most unions would have to hold annual elections to keep their organizations intact and would lose the ability to
have union dues deducted from state paychecks - making it more difficult, some here say, for unions to surviv_e.
Mr. Walker, who promised during the campaign to level the playing field of benefits for public workers and private workers, has said the
state's financial circumstances require the changes.
Chris Schrimpf
4
Oling, Lane - GOV
From: Hansen, Alex- GOV
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Friday, April 29, 2011 8:38 AM
Hurlburt, Waylon - GOV
Colvin, Alan R- GOV
Subject: RE: Thank you for the Letter to Governor Walker
Noted, thank you.
From: Hurlburt, Waylon - GOV
Sent: Friday, April 29, 2011 8:36 AM
To: kondrackie@cityoflacrosse.org
Subject: Thank you for the Letter to Governor Walker
Hello Chief Kondracki,
I tried to call without success earlier today to thank you personally. I wanted to make sure
this got to you so I decided to email it.
Thanks for the letter regarding the negative impact collective bargaining is having on your
ability to explore cost saving measures in the City of La Crosse. I will make sure to discuss it
with the Governor.
Thanks again and best of luck in the future. Feel free to reach out to me anytime you have
questions or concerns.
Respectfully,
Waylon Hurlburt
Policy Advisor
The Office of Governor Scott Walker
State of Wisconsin
(608)266-9709
1
Oling, Lane - GOV
From: Kraus, Jennifer - DOA
Sent:
To:
Friday, March 04, 2011 9:21 AM
Hurlburt, Waylon - GOV
Cc: Hayes, Brian - DOA; Schmiedicke, David P - DOA; Frederick, Caitlin - DOA; Hoechst,
Jonathan S - DOA
Subject: RE: Thanks
Attachments: 20110303212536313.pdf
Here you go. Jennifer
Sent: Friday, March 04, 2011 9:06 AM
To: Kraus, Jennifer- DOA
Subject: RE: Thanks
I have the commerce rules, but if you could email me the CBA safety language that would
be great.
Waylon Hurlburt
Senior Policy Advisor
State of Wisconsin
(608)266-9709
From: Kraus, Jennifer- DOA
Sent: Friday, March 04, 2011 8:59AM
To: Hurlburt, Waylon - GOV
Cc: Schmiedicke, David P - DOA; Hayes, Brian - DOA; Hoechst, Jonathan S - DOA; Frederick, Caitlin - DOA
Subject: RE: Thanks
Importance: High
Waylon --you are right. Looks like the s.1 01.055 is the baseline (and would apply to all public employers and employees
-rep and non-rep) and mimics federal OSHA guidelines. The Department of Commerce (Safety and Buildings) has rules
to administer the provisions, which I will find and send to you.
I also just got the hard copy of language from the collective bargaining units from OSER- do you want me to scan and
send to you? It covers everything from buying safety boots to health and safety committees.
Let me know- Jennifer
1
To: Kraus, Jennifer - DOA
Subject: FW: Thanks
Jenny,
Did OSER get you that workplace safety language?
Also, doesn't chapter 101.055 Public Employee Safety and Health cover workplace safety
and isn't it the basis for our state OSHA laws?
Thanks,
Waylon Hurlburt
State of Wisconsin
(608}266-9709
Sent: Thursday, March 03, 2011 4:31 PM
Subject: Thanks
Thanks for checking and getting that information from OSER for me.
Waylon Hurlburt
State of Wisconsin
(608)266-9709
2
Subject: FW: Thanks
Jenny,
Did OSER get you that workplace safety language?
Also, doesn't chapter 101.055 Public Employee Safety and Health cover workplace safety
and isn't it the basis for our state OSHA laws?
Thanks,
Waylon Hurlburt
State of Wisconsin
(608)266-9709
Subject: Thanks
Thanks for checking and getting that information from OSER for me.
Waylon Hurlburt
State of Wisconsin
(608)266-9709
2
Kopp, Kathy - OSER
From:

To:
Gracz, Greg L-OSER
Friday, March 04, 2011 8:01AM
Kopp, Kathy - OSER
Subject: FW: Definition ofWorkpiace Safaty
From: Archer, Cynthia - DOA
To: Gilkes, Keith - GOV; O'Donnell, Jessica L 05ER; Gracz, Greg L - OSER
Subject: Re: Definition of Workplace Safety
Good
From: Gilkes, Keith GOV
Sent: Thursday, March 03, 2011 05:48PM
To: Archer, Cynthia DOA; O'Donnell, Jessica L - OSER; Gracz, Greg L - OSER
. Subject: Definition of Workplace Safety
Pagel ofl
This was developed by outside legal counsel as a basis for workplace safety.
"Workpli>ce safety" means conditions of employment related to the physical. health
and safety of employees, as.long as such conditions are not unenforceable under
federal or state law. \'Workplace safetyu- includes, but is not limited to: safety
of the physical work environment, the safe operation of workplace equipment and
tools, provision of protective equipment, training and warning requirements,
wOrkplace violence, and accident risk. safety" does not include
conditions of employment related to the general working conditions of employees
unrelated to physical health and safety matters. Examples of conditions not
falling under "workplace safety
11
include, but are not limited to: hours, overtime,
sick, family, or medical leave, work schedules, breaks, termination,
performance reviews, and compensation. It is the public policy of the state that
''workplace safetyu be construed narrowly, and not construed to include basic
conditions of employment unrelated to physical health and safety. Public employers
and labor organizations may utilize a safety committee of employees to meet and
discuss suggestions and improvements on workplace safety outside of the collective
bargaining proCess.
3/4/2011
Contract Language related to Workplace Safety
2007-2009 Contracts
Note No.
11/5/1 11/5/3
AGREEMENT
between the
State of Wisconsin
and
Milwaul{ee Graduate Assistants Association
June 7, 2008 -June 30, 2009
ARTICLE VI
Orientation, Training and Evaluation
Section 1. Orientation
Orientation sessions will be provided prior to the start of classes
for the fall semester for Teaching, Program and Project Assistants at a
school, college or departmental level as deemed appropriate by school and
college deans. Orientation sessions will be plrumed involving experienced
Assistants. Orientation sessions will include infonnation regarding such
matters as facilities and resources needed to carry out the job; necessary
guidelines and procedures, including discriminatory conduct and sexual
harassment issues as identified in Article VII, Section liB.; appropriate
safety and security precautions; and for Teaching Assistants, pedagogical
training relevant to assigned teaching duties and health insurance
enrollment and other benefits. Attendance by Assistoots may be required
by the Employer as a condition of employment.
Section2. Training
Ongoing training will be provided during the initial semester of
emploYment at a s c h o o l ~ col1ege, or departmental level as deemed
appropriate by school and college deans. Training will be planned
involving experienced Assistants. Attendance by Assistants may be
required by the Employer as a condition of employment.
Scction3. Safety
Except for courses that may count toward the employee's
graduate degree or oral English skills courses as set forth in Art. VI,
Section 4, the employee shall not bear the cost of training required by the
Employer. The Employer will orient and train employees to appropriate
safety and security precautions in a timely mrumer.
35
ARTICLE VIII
Health And Safely
Section 1. General Obligations oftbe Parties
A. Employer
The Employer shall observe all applicable health and
safety laws and regulations and will take all reasonable steps necessary to
assure employee health and safely.
B. Employee and Union
Employees shall perform their duties in a safe
utilizing the health and safety equipment provided by the
Should an employee become aware of conditions he/she believes to be
unhealthy or dangerous to hislher health and safety, the employee shall
report the condition immediately to the supervisor. Upon receipt of such
notification, the supervisor shall review the siluation with the employee
and attempt to resolve the matter. If the matter is not resolved to the
satisfaction of the employee, he/she may. later file a grievance.
The Union will lend
1
its full support and
encouragement to the Employer in mutual efforts to maintain a safe and
healthy working environment.
Section 2. Labor-Management Cooperation
The parties to this Agreement pledge themselves to a
cooperative effort in the area of health and safety founded upon good faith
communication and. discussion of problems, solutions, and pJ:evention, at
union-management meetings as may be mutually agreed to by the parties.
40
Section 3. Equipment
Adequate first aid equipment shall be provided at appropriate
locations.
The Employer agrees to fwnish and maintain in safe working
condition all tools and equipment required to satisfactorily catry out the
duties of each position. Employees are responsible for reporting any
unsafe condition or practice and for properly using and caring for the tools
and equipment fw'llished by the Employer.
The Employer shall furnish protective clothing and equipment
in accordance with the standards established by the Department of
Commerce.
The parties agree that the safety of aU employees is itnportanl
Therefore, when the employee finds his/her office is without reasonable
access to a telephone. it should be brought to the attention of the
Depatbnent, which will make a good faith effort to provide such access.
Section 4. Buildings
The Employer shall provide and maintain all
buildings, facilities> and equipment in accordance with the applicable
regulations of the State Department of Commerce. Where facilities are
leased, the Employer shall make a reasonable effort to assure tl1at such
facilities comply with the applicable regulations of the State Deparlment
ofConunerce.
Section 5. Eye Protection
ln the event that the Employer requires eye protection for
employees, tlte Employer will provide an appropriate type of eye
protection or safety glasses for the duties performed to protect the health
and safety of the employee. If an eye examination for required safety.
41
glasses is necessary. the Employer will pay the cost, or any portion of the
cost, for one examination dudng the life' of this contract ifit is not covered
by the employee's present health insurance program. Employees must
present satisfactory proof that they have attempted to have tlteir insurance
provider pay for the cost of the exam. The employee will be responsible
for any nonessential feature of safety glasses.
Section 6. Video Display Tel'minals
Employees whose assigned duties require high V D T ~ C R T use
[five (5) hours or more in a day on an average of twice per week at least
nine (9) weeks per semester or its equivalent] on a regular basis are
encouraged to have an eye examination. If not covered by the employee's
present health insurance program, the Employer shall pay the cost of one
(1) eye ex:amblation during the life of the Agreement for the employee.
Section 7. Respiratory Protection
In the event that the Employer requines the use of respiratory
equipment by employees, the Employer shall provide suitable equipment.
Section 8. Safety Inspections
When the Department of Commerce inspects or plans to inspect
University facilities where employees work, the lJnion shall be notified as
soon as possible prior to the inspection.
Upon wlittetl. request for the latest or most urrent Department
of Commerce safety inspection of a specific facility, the report will be
furnished to the !equesling Union official.
Section 9. Hazards
Upon written request by the Union
1
the University will provide
a list of buildings, of which tlle University is aware, containing asbestos
and radioactive isotopes. The Employer will advise employees about the
presence of toxic chemicals at their work site. Employees who have
questions about the presence of toxic chemicals at their work site are
instructed to direct such questions to their .immediate supervisor.
The Union will be notified. whenever possible at least thirty
(30) days in advance of any asbestos removal projects the Employer
engages in. In addition, announcements shall be posted at the building
where such removal project is planned, advising employees who work in
the building or portion of the. building affected by the removal projec4
that an asbestos removal project Will take place and anticipated dates fol'
said project.
Section 10. Compliance Limitation
The Employer's compliance with this Article is contingent upon
the availability of funds. If the Employer is unable to meet the
requirements of any Section of this Article due to a Jack of funds. the
Employer shaH make a positive effort to obtain the necessary funds from
the appropriate legislative body.
43
AGREEMENT.
between the
STATE OF WISCONSIN
and the
PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYEES IN
RESEARCH, STATISTICS AND
ANALYSIS
November 7, 2009- June 30,2009
ARTICLElX
Health, Safety and Miscellaneous
Section 1 Discrimination
9/111 The parties agree that their respective policies will not violate the rights of
any employees covered by this Agreement because of age, handicap, sex, creed,
color, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, Uniotl or non-Union
affiliation, membership in the National Guard, state defense force or any reserve
component of the military forces of the United States or this state or use of lawful
products off the Employer,s premises dming nonworking hours.
Section 2 Protective Clothing
9/2/1 The Employer will fumish protective clothing and equipment in
accordance with the standards established by the State Depa11ment of Commerce
(COMM).
Section 3 Protective Footwear
9/3/1 The Employer reserves the rfght to require the wearing of foot protection
by employees. In such cases, the Employer will provide a safety device or, if the
Employer requires the purchase of approved safety shoes, the Employer will pay an
allowance of eleven dollars ($11.00) per year, payable the first pay check of the
calendar year.
Section 4 Uniforms
9/4/l The Employer reserves the right to require uniforms for employees. In
such cases, the Employer wi11 either provide the uniform or an appropriate uniform
allowance as determined by the Employer. Maintenance and cleaning will be the
responsibility of the employee. For the purposes of this Agreement, uniforms are
defined as identically styled clothing uniquely related to the work place and not
appropriate for personal or other outside use.
SectionS JiuiJdlngs
9/5/l The Employer shall provide and maintain all stateowned buildings,
facilities, and equipment in accordance with the rules and regulations of tile
COMM. Where facilities are leased, the Employer shall make a reasonable effOrt to
assure that such facilities comply with the rules and regulations of the COMM.
Section 6 Liability Protection
9/6/1 The provisions ofs. 895.46, Wis. Slats., or as may be amended are hereby
incorporated into this Agreement.
42
Section 7 Outside Employment
9/7/1 Any department may require employees to obtain approval to engage in
outside employment. In such employees must request> in permission
to engage in outside employment If an employee is denied permission
1
he/she may
challenge the reasonableness of such denial through the grievance procedure.
Section 8 First Aid Equipment
91811 It is the expressed policy of the Employer and the Union to cooperate in an
effmt to solve health and safety problems. Adequate first aid equipment shall be
made accessible at appropriate locations.
Section 9 Tools and Equipment
9/911 The Employer agrees to furnish and maintain in a safe working condition
all tools and equipment required to carry out the duties of each position. Employees
are required to report any unsafe condition or practice and are responsible for
properly using and caring for the tools and equipment furnished by the Employer.
91912 The Employer agrees to provide transportation for necessary tools,
equipment, materials and supplies which cannot reasonably or safely be transported
by hand.
9/9/3 The Employer agrees to give consideration to ergonomics in the purchase
of Dew or the modification of existing tools, equipment and fumiture. Agencies are
encouraged to allow employee input regarding such ergonomic considerations.
Section 10 Eye Protection and VDT/CRT Eye Examinations
9/10/1 The Employer reserves tl1e right to require eye protection for employees.
In such cases, the Employer will provide the appropriate type of safety glasses for
the dutf.S performed to protect the health and safety of the employee. The
employee will be responsible for the cost of any prescription or non-essential
feature, except that where eye examinations for safety glasses are necessary, the
Employer will pay the cost of examination during the term of this Agreement if it is
not covered by the employee's present health insurance program.
9/10/2 Employees whose assigned duties require high computer display work
[four (4) or more hours per day) are encouraged to have an eye examination.
Employees who avail themselves of sUch examination will be reimbursed for one
examination not covered by the prese11t health insurance program during the life of
the contract.
9/10/3 When medical verification for the necessitv of special eyeglasses to work
on the Employer's computer display equipment is provided. the Employer will
provide the aooropriate nrescribed eyeglasses thl'ough state procurement for use by
43
the employee irt the performance of his/her duties when such duties include the high
use of the computer display equipment as defined in 9/10/2. Management shall
provide a status report to the employee within thirtv (30) days of the employee's
request for such glasses. Special eyeglasses are defined a'\ glasses needed for
computer display equipment use if the employee would not otherwise reaulre the
use of glasses or other vision correction: or eyeglasses required for work on
computer display equipment which are different in prescription power or design
from those which would be required to meet the other general daily vision needs of
This provision may be exceeded by mutual agreement.
9/1 Of!! A pregnant employee assigned to high-use operation of computer display
equipment [four ( 4) or more hours per day] may request reassignment to alternative
work within her employing unit. If this request is not granted, the employee may
request and shall be granted up to three (3) months of maternity leave of absence
without pay, which will be in addition to the maternity leave provisions of this
contract.
Section 11 Damaged Clothing
9111/1 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of repairing or replacing watches,
eyeglasses or articles of clothing damaged in tl1e line of duty, where such damage is
not the result of nonnaJ ... wear ... and tear or employee carelesSness. The
reimbursement for damaged items shall not exceed one hundred and twenty five
dollars ($125.00) for any one except that the reimbursement for a damaged
watch shall not exceed seventy five dollars ($75.00). The value of such items shall
be determined by the Employer at the time the damage occurs. This proviSion shall
not apply to items where the replacement value or repair cost is five dollars ($5.00)
or less.
Section 12 Employee llealth and Safety
9/1211 The Employer shall make reasonable provisions for the safety and health
of the employees, and the Union shall lend its full support and encouragement to
the practice of job safety and health by employees. The Employer, tl1e Union and
tlte employees recognize their obligation and/or rights under existing applicable
state and federal laws with respect to safety and health matters.
9/12/2 The parties to this Agreement agree to promote efforts being made in the
area of improvement of the safety and health of state employees, and will extend
their mutual support of studies, research, and initiatives whose goal is to achieve an
increased awareness of safety and health and a reduction of the safety and health
hazards encountered by state employees.
9/1213 Whenever the Employer requires an employee to submit to physical
medical tests, including x-rays or inoculations/immunizations and
psychiatric exams, the Employer will pay the entire cost of such services not
covered by the present health insurance program, proyjding the employee uses the
44
services provided or approved by the Employer. Employees required to submit to
such exams, tests, or inoculations/ immunizations will do so without loss of pay or
benefits. Employees who provide acceptable medical or religious reasons for
refusal of exams, tests, or inoculations/immunizations will be considered for
reassignment. Whenever the Employer requires an employee to submit to the
examinations or tests in this Section, the employee shall receive advance written
notice of this requirement whenever possible.
Section 13 Abnmmally Dangerous Tasks
9/13/1 In the event an employee has determined that the task he/she has been
assigned js abnormally dangerous, he/she shall infonn his/her immediate supervisor
by filing an Abnormally Hazardous Task Report Form. Upon receipt of such
written claim by the supervisor, the supervisor shall review the situation with the
. employee and attempt to resolve the matter.
9/13/Z In attempting to resolve the employee claim, the supervisor, at his/her
discretion, may attempt to make workplace task perfonuance and/or task
assignment changes consistent with health and safety considerations and the
availability of additional or alternate personnel. The supervisor may order the
employee to perform the task or, at the supetvisor's discretion, may assign the
affected employee to other available work consistent with the work usually
performed by the employee.
9/1313 If the matter is not resolved to the satisfaction of the employee, and he/she
carries out the task, he/she may later file a grievance in accordance with Article IV,
commencing at Step Two. If the employee refuses to perfonn the task and no
alternate assigmnent is made by the supervisor, the employee may be subject to
discipline. If the employee is disciplined, he/she may file a grievance, commencing
at Step Three of the procedure.
Section 14 Work Rules
9/14/1 '111e Employer agrees to establish reasonable work rules that shall not
conflict with any of the provisions of this Agreement. The application of such work
rules shall recognize the professional nature of employees in tlrls bargaining unit.
Newly established work rules or amendments to existing work rules shall be
reduced to writing and finnished to the Union thirty (30) days, where possible, but
no less than seven (7) calendar days prior to the effective date of the rule(s). For
purposes ofthis Agreement, work rules are defined as and limited to:
"Rules promulgated by the Employer within its discretion which regnlate the
personal conduct of employees as it affects their employment, except that the
Employer may enforce these rules outside the normal work hours when the conduct
oftl1e employee would prejudice the interest of the state as an Employer."
45
AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE
STATE OF WISCONSIN
AND THE
STATE ENGINEERING ASSOCIATION
April25, 2010" June 30,2009
ARTICLE IX
Health and Safety
9/1/1 Adequate first aid equipment shall be provided at appropriate locations by
tl1e Employer.
Section 2 Training, Tools and Equipment
9/2/1 The Employer agrees to furnish necessary training and maintain in a safe
working condition all tools and equipment (other than the normal tools
prof10ssionals provide for the performance of their profession) required to carry out
the duties of each position. The Employer shall comply with directions of the
Department of Commerce on use of tools and equipment. Employees are required
to report any unsafe condition or practice and are responsible for properly using and
caring for the tools and equipment furnished by the Employer.
Section 3 Buildings
9/3/1 State-oWJ)ed buildings, facilities, and equipment shall be provided and
maintained in accordance with the directions of the Department of Commerce.
Section 4 'flalning, Protective Clo!lling and Equipment
9/411 The Employer shall furnish necessary training, protective clothing and
equipment in accordance with the standards established by the Department of
Commerce, and shall comply with directions of the Department of Commerce on
the use of protective clothing and equipment
Section 5 Medical Examination
9/5/1 Whenever the Employer requires an employee to submit to physical
examinations, psychiatric exams, medical tests, including x-rays, or to be
inoculated, the Employer shall pay the entire cost of such services including any
time lost from regularly scheduled hours of employment, provided the 'employee
uses the services provided or approved by the Employer.
Section 6 Eye Protection
9/6/1 Safety Glasses: The Employer reserves the right to require eye protection
for employees. In such cases, the Employer shall provide the appropriate type of
safety glasses for the duties performed to protect the health and safety of the
employee. The employee may choose either detachable or permanent side shields
at the Employer's expense. The parties further agree to remain in compliance with
39
the standards issued by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), as
adopted by the Wisconsin Department of Commerce. If ANSI standards, as
adopted by the Department of Commerce, change during the term of this
Agreement, this provision will be administered in accordance with such new or
modified standards. The employee shall be responsible for the cost of any
nonessential feature. Employees whom the Employer detennines are regUlarly
assigned to field work and are required to wear safety g;Iasses. shall be provided
safety sunglasses and non-tinted safety glasses by the Employer. If such employees
reQuire prescription glasses. the Employer shall provide prescription safety
eyewear. If eye examinations for safety glasses are necessary, the Employer shall
pay the entire cost of one (l) examination per employee during the tenn of this
Agreement. Employees whom the Employer determines are not l'egularlv assigned
to field work and who are not required to have safety sunglasses may 12urchase them
for job related purposes, at cost. through state procurement.
91612 VDT/CRT Eye Examinations: Employees whose assigned duties require
high VDT-CRT use and/or CADD work [four (4) houm or more per day] are
encouraged to have au eye examination. Employees who avail themselves of such
examination will be reimbursed for one examination not covered by the present
health insurance program during the life of the contract.
9/6/3 When an ophthaltnologist determines an employee must have special
eyeglasses to work on the Employer's VDT-CRT and/or CADD equipment, the
Employer shall purchase and make available appropriate prescribed eyeglasses for
use by the employee in the performance of his/her duties when such duties include
high use (as defined above) ofVDT-CRT and/or CADD equipment.
Section 7 Foot Protection
9ntl The Employer reserves the right to require the wearing of foot protection
by employees. In such cases, the Employer shall provide a safely device or, lf the
Employer requires the purchase of approved safety shoes, the Employe!' shall pay
an allowance of thirty-five dollars ($35.00) when requested by the employee
payable the first pay period of the biennium.
Section 8 Compliance Limitation
9/8/1 The Employer shall make a continuing effort to improve health and safety
conditions for bargaining unit employees. The Employer's compllance with this
Article is contingent upon the availability of funds. If the Employer is nnable to
meet the requirements of any Section of this Article due to a lack of funds, the
Employer shall make a positive elf011 to obtain the necessary funds from the
appropriate legislative body.
40
Section 9 Abnormally Dangerous Tasi<S
9/9/1 In the event an employee has detennined that an assigned task is
abnormally dangerous due to physical or emotional limitations of the employee, or
due to abnonnal safety hazards, the employee shall infonn the immediate
supervisor. Upon receipt of notification by the supervisor, the supervisor shall
review the situation with the employee and attempt to resolve the matter.
91912 In attempting to resolve the matter, the supervisor, at the supervisor's
discretion, may attempt to make work place task perfonnance and/or task
assignment changes consistent with safety considerations and the availability of
additional or alternate personnel. The supervisor may order the employee to
perform the task or, at the supervisor's discretion, may assignthe affected employee
to other available work consistent witl1 the work usually performed by the
employee.
9/9/3 If the employee refuses to perfonn tl1e task and no alternate assignment is
made by the supervisor, the employee may be subject to discipline. If the employee
is disciplined, the employee may file a grievance in accordance with Article IV.
Section 10 Respiratory Protection
9/10/l The Employer reserves the right to require tl>e wearing of respiratory
equipment by employees. In such cases, the Employer shall provide a suitable
personal safely device. The Employer shall pmvide replacement filter cartridges.
41
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
SEIU Healthcare District 1199 Wisconsin
SEIUHealthcare
United for Quality Care
Service Employees International Union
and the
STATE OF WISCONSIN
June 7, 2008- June 30,2009
Section 8 Union-Management Meetings
218/l A. Union-Management meetings will be held as follows, subject to
the procedures identified in B., below:
I. In those facilities with ten (10) or fewer bargaining unit
employees, both the necessity and frequency of laboNnanagement meetings will be
decided by the Employer and Union representatives. At the request of eitl1er party,
such meetings will be held.
2. In those facilities with more than ten (10) bargaining unit
employees, Employer and Union representatives will meet once each unless
mutually agreed otherwise.
3. Regardless of how many bargaining unit employeesat
each facility in the Department of Conections or the Divisions of Health Care
Financing, Public Health or Disability and Elder Services in the Depa1tment of
Health and Family Services, designated representatives of the Employer will meet
once each quarter with representatives designated by the Union, not to exceed a
total of three (3) bargaining unit employees.
B. Union-Management meeting procedures are as follows:
I. Items to be included on the Labor-Management meeting
agenda shall be exchanged at least five (5) days in advance of the scheduled
meeting.
2. The meetings will be held at a mutually agreed upon
time and place.
3. The appropriate representatives designated by the
Employer will meet with not more than three (3) Union representatives designated
by the Union. If management elects to have more tl1an three (3) management
representatives present, forty-eight (48) hours notice will be provided to tl1eUnion.
c. If an employing unit decides to downsize or eliminate a work wtit
or a program involving five (S) employees or more, tl1e Union shall be notified
thirty (30) calendar days in advance of the effective date if possible, and be given
an opportunity to discuss that organizational change and the procedure for
reassignment fur affucted employees prior to implementation. (For
reassigiUllent/downsizing by program see Article IX. Section G.)
D. The purpOse of each :meeting shall be to foster communication
and input between employees and management in the following described areas:
1. Discuss the administration of the Agreement;
9
2. Disseminate general infonnation of interest to the
parties, including levels of supervision and names;
3. .Give the Union representative the opportunity to express
his/her views on subjects of interest to employees of the bargaining, unit;
4, Consider and, if problems arise, attempt to remedy health
and safety matters relating to bargaining unit employees in the departments
including the review of training programs related to the health and safety of those
employees in dealing with various client or patient populations;
5. The recommendation of safety equipment, pilot use of
new equipment prior to purchase, placement of equipment, and quality of
equipment to be purchased; and
6. Notify the Union of changes in non-bargainable
conditions of employment contemplated by management, which may affect
employees in the bargaining unit. Failure of the Employer to provide such
information shall not prevent the Employer from making any such changes.
E. The parties agree that such meetings will be exclusive of the
grievance procedure and grievances shall not be considered at monthly meetings;
such meetings shall not be considered as instructional or inMservice meetings or
programs. The Employer shall keep minutes ofthe monthly meetings and furnish a
copy, in a timely manner, for proofing to the representative designated by the
Union. Resolution of problems will be communicated by management in written
form to the affected frrst-line supervisors, the Union and a Union-designated
representative.
F. Union representatives who are members of the bargaining unit
will receive time off with pay to attend such meetings which are held during their
regularly scheduled hours of work, Any travel and subsistence incurred shall be the
responsibility of the employee.
Section9 Joint Labor/Management Meetings
2/9/1 The Employer and the Union agree that informal meetings will take place
between the State and PPCU representatives to discuss concerns and issues that
may arise and to solve problems before negotiations for the next contract begin.
Section 10 Relations
2/10/1 The Union and Management affirm the policy of the State Employment
Labor Relations Act to maintain :fuir, friendly and mutually satisfactory relations in
state employment For this reason, the parties agree that supervisors and employees
should treat each other with mutual respect by using professional behavior and
language, thus avoiding an intimidating, hostile or offensive working environme1it
10
ARTICLE XI
Health and Safety
Section 1 General Obligations of the Parties
1111/1 A. Employer
The Employer shall observe all applicable healtl1 and safety laws
and regulations and will take ali reasonable steps necessary to assure employee
health and safety. Employees shall observe all rules and regulations pertaining to
health and safety.
Employees shall perform their duties in a safe and efficient
manner, observing all rules and regulations of the Employer and govermnental
agencies pertaining to health and safety and utilizing the health and safety
equipment provided by the Employer. Should an employee become aware of
conditions he/she believes to be unhealthy or dangerous to the health and safety of
employees, patients, or clients, the employee shall report the condition immediately
to the supervisor.
The Union will lend its full support and encouragement to the
Employer in the Employer's efforts to maintain a safe and healthy working
environment.
Section 2 La b o t ~ Management Coopetation
ll/2/1 A. Labor-Management Cooperation
The parties to this Agreement pledge themselves to a cooperative
effott in the area of health and safety founded upon good faith communication and
discussion of problems. solutions, and prevention, at regular union-management
meetings as provided in Atticle II, Section 8.
B. Health and Safety Representatives
It shall be the responsibility of the Union to designate an
employee at each work site as a health and safely representative knowledgeable in
the field of health and safety and this agreement to serve as a representative at
unio"n-management meetings where health and safety is an agenda item affecting
their work site. The Union shall notify the Employer of its designation of the
representative. The health and safety representative shall be in pay status only
during attendance as one of the designated Union representatives under Article II,
Section 8.
97
C. Grievance Procedure
Although disputes regarding tl1e compliance of tl1e parties with
this Agreement are subject to the grievance procedure, neither an allegation nor a
remedy which involves sluffing levels will be subject to arbitration (Step Three of
the grievance procedure) but may be an appropriate subject for discussion at regular
union-manageillent meetings and/or complaint procedure. Article IV, Section 16.
111212 Department of Corrections Health and Safetv Agenda
The Department of Corrections Health Services supervisory personnel
shall include health and safety concerns as a specific agenda item during each
monthly institutional staff meeting. Where appropriate and when requested, a
written response wm be provided no later than thirty (30) days from the meeting
date.
[Historical Note: The language from 111212 was tal<en from Negotiating Note 2
which has been deleted.]
Sectiou3 Equipmeut
11/3/1 A. First Aid Equipment: Adequate first aid equipment shall be
provided at all work locations where employees in this collective bargaining unit
are assigned.
B. Tl'aining and Safe Use of Equipment The Employer agrees to
furnish, provide education and/or training, and maintain in safe working condition
all tools and equipment required to satisfactorily carry out the duties of each
position. Employees-are responsible for reporti11g any unsafe condition or practice
and for properly using and caring for the tools and equipment fmnished by the
Employer.
C. .protective Clothing and Equipment: The Employer shall furnish
protective clothing and equipment in accordance with the standards established by
the Department of Commerce. When recommended or required by the Appointing
Authority, safety glasses or eye protection shall be furnished at no cost to the
employee.
D. Purchase and Testing of Equipment: The recommendation of
safety equipment, pilot use of new equipment prior to purchase, placement of
equipment, and quality of equipment to be purchased shall be proper subjects for
discussion at union-management meetings as provided in Article ll, Section 8.
98
Sectiou 4 Hazardous Substances
11/411 The Employer shall provide the Union with a copy of any list of hazardous
substances that it provides to an employee upon his/her request, as required under s.
101.58, Wis. Slats.
Section 5 Infedious Diseases
ll/5/1 A. The Employer shall advise employees when the Employer knows
they are exposed to infectious and c01mnunicable diseases and shaH advise them as
to reasonable preventive measures to deal with the matter.
B. The Employer will provide annual tuberculosis screening for all
employees who provide direct patient care services at no cost to the employee. The
employee may be in pay status for the screen and follow-up treatment.
C. Hepatitis B: The Employer and the Union agree that all
employees in the bargaining unit who have coJltact with blood or otl1er potentially
infectious materials are entitled to receive the Hepatitis B vaccination series on a
voluntary basis at the Employer's expense, whenever need for vaccination is
indicated.
At Institutions such as the Centers for the Developmentally Disabled, the
Mental Health Institutes, and Wisconsin Veterans Home, bargaining unit employees
may receive the appropriate immunizations at the work site. At other work sites,
where the vaccinations are not provided on site, the Employer shall reimbul'se the
employee for those immunization costs not covered when the employee receives the
vaccine through his or her physician.
The Employer will offer post vaccination serologic response testing to
employees six (6) months after completion of the vaccination series.
It is the understanding of the parties that the Employer will not direct
employees to receive such immunizations. Test results and employee patient
records shall be confidential.
In instances where an employee is found to be susceptible to Hepatitis B,
the employee will be strongly encouraged by the Employer to consult with his or
her physician regarding appropriate medical treatment.
For infonnational purposes, the parties recognize the .authority of the
federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Wisconsin
Department of Commerce (COMM) regarding control of Hepatitis B. The
Employer agrees to abide by applicable OSHA/COMM regulations as amended.
D. Infection Control Exchange: see Negotiating Note 3.
99
Section 6 Violence in the Workplace
11/6/1 Recommendations regarding protective equipment, policies and
procedures, alld related training, as appropriate, regarding acts of violence against
employees in the work place, will be addressed at Health and Safety meetings.
U/6/2 Security training for L TEs, contract employees and student nurses in the
Department of Corrections shall not be assigned to members of this bargaining unit.
Section 7 Buildings and Safety Inspection
1117/1 The Employer shall provide and maintain all state-owned buildings,
facilities, and equipment in accordance with the directions of the State Department
of Commerce. Where facilities are leased, the Employer shall make a reasonable
effort to assure that such facilities comply with the directions of the State
Department of Commerce.
. 1117/2 When COMM inspects state facilities, a Union official, upon request, will
be released without Joss of pay to accompany the inspector for a maximum of two
(2) inspections per year.
Section 8 Medical Examinations and Treatment
11/8/1 Whenever the Employer requires an employee to submit to physical
examinations; psychiatric exams, medical tests, including x - r a y s ~ or to be
inoculated, the Employer will pay the entire cost of such services including any
time lost from regularly scheduled hours of employment, provided the employee
uses the services provided or approved by the Employer. To insure strict
confidentiality only authorized medical employees ofthe Employer shall process or
have access to _any eri1ployee's medical records.
11/8/2 In the event an employee sustains an injury while at work which requires
emergency medical attention, the Employer shall provide such medical attention
either at the facility or shall provide transportation to a suitable medical facility.
Section 9 Transportation of Tools
11/9/1 The Employer agrees to provide transportation for the necessary tools,
equipment, materials, and supplies which cannot reasonably or safely be transp01ted
by hand. However, employees shall not be expected to transport unsecured
equipment by car in an unsafe manner. Employees shall not be required to convey
themselves or -any necessary toolst equipment, materials, Or supplies in their
personal vehicles unless they are reimbursed by the Employer for such use.
!00
Section 10 Damaged Clotliing
11/10/1 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of repairing eye glasses, watches or
articles of clothing damaged in the line of duty when such damage results from an
employee performing direct patient care in a state hospital or other institution.
11/1012 If the above articles are damaged beyond repair, the Employer agrees to
pay the actual value of such articles as determined by the Employer. The
reimbursement for damaged watches will not exceed seventy five ($75.00)
per watch.
11/10/3 The value of such articles shall be at the time of which damage
occurs.
Section 11 Motor Vehicles
11/11/1 All passenger cars, trucks, truck tractors, buses, or multi-passenger
vehicles which have a date of manufacture on or after January I, 1968, and which
are covered by the applicable safety standards of the National Traffic and Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards issued by the U.S. Depa1tment of Transportation, Federal
Highway Safety Bureau, that are provided by the Employer for tlle use of or
operation by the employees covered by this Agreement shall meet all applicable
safety standards for' equipment as contained in the appropriate federal stat11tes and
rules. Such vehicles will be subjected to an annual inspection (as mutually agreed
locally) with any deficiencies revealed by the inspection to be corrected by the
Employer.
Section 12 Starting Automobiles
11/12/1 During periods when local weather conditions indicate a reasonable
probability that employees who are parked on institutional grounds may have
difficulty getting their staJted, the Employer will have battery jumper cables
available and persmmel to operate them to assist employees immediately at the end
of all shifts. The employees shall save the Employer harmless against any and all
damage resulting from complying with the provisions of this Section.
11/13/1 The Employer's compliance with this Article is contingent upon the
availability of funds. lf the Employer is unable to meet the requiremeiits of any
Section of this Article due to a lack of funds, the Employer shall make every
reasonable effort to obtain the necessary funds from the appropriate legislative
body.
101
Section 14 Inclement Wenther and Time
11/14/1 Employees who report late to work after having made an earnest effort to
report to work on time but were unable to do so because of inclement weather or
severe storm_shall be allowed to work to make up for lost time during the cmtetlt or
next pay period as scheduled by the Employer. Makeup shall be at the regular rate
of pay.
11/14/2 When the Employer allows employees to leave work before the end of the
work day because of hazardous driving conditions or other reasons the time the
employee Is absent will be charged to vacation, holiday or compensatory time
credits as the employee requests, or the employee can make up time lost ftom that
day. Makeup shalt be at the regular rate of pay, scheduled by the Employer, and
shall be worked during the pay period in which the emergency situation occurs or
the subsequent pay period.
11/14/3 When the Employer directs the employees to leave work or not to report to
work due to hazal'dous weather conditions or other emergency situations the
employee will be allowed to work up to eight (8) hours to make up for such lost
time. Makeup shall be at the regular rate of pay, scheduled by the Employer and
shall be worked during the pay period in which the emergency situation occurs or
the subsequent period. .
Section 15 Smolte-Free Environment
11/15/1 The Employer shall continue their efforts to provide a smoke-free
environment to those employees who request it.
102
NEGOTIA'flNG NOTE -1
2007-2009 AGREEMENT
Regional Health & Safety Meetings
Upon request from the Union, Q!!ll (1) regional health and safety meeting
per year will be held at each region listed below. New Department of Corrections
institutions will be added to the appropriate region as they open. One (I} member
of the bargaining unit from each institution within the region as listed below shall
be permitted to attend the regional meeting without loss of pay. The regional
meeting may be held at any institution within the regions specified below> as
designated by tl1e Employer. The Employer mav elect to conduct the meeting by
video conferericing.
R e g i o n ~
Green Bay Correctional Institution
Jackson CmTectional Institution
Oshkosh Correctional Institution
Dodge Correctional Institution
Columbia Correctional Institution
New Lisbon Correctional Institution
Waupun Correctional Institution
Fox Lake Correctional Institution
Redgranite Correctional Institution
Stanley CoiTectional Institution
Chippewa Valley Correctional Treatment Facility
WCCS Nurse Clinician 4- Northern
Region_l
Racine Correctional Institution
John Burke Correctional Center
Ethan Allen School
Lincoln Hills School
Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility
Oakllill Correctional Institution
Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution
Racine Youthful Offender Correctional Facility
Southern Oaks Girls School
Taycheedah Correctional Institution
Robert E. Ellsworth CoJTectional Center
Prairie du Chien Correctional Institution
Wisconsin Secure Program Facility
WCCS Nurse Cllnician4- Southern
119
The Employer shall not be responsible for any travel expenses related to
attendance at these meetings.
Upon request from the Union, one (1) regional health and safety meetings per vear
will be held for the facilities listed below. New Department of Health and Family
Services mental health facilities will be added as they open. A maximum of two (2)
members of the bargaining unit fiom each mental health facility listed below shail
be permitted to attend these meetings without loss of pay. The meeting may be held
at aiw facilitv specified below as designated by the Employer. The Employer may
elect to conduct the meeting by yideo conferencing.
Mendota Mental Hl:alth Institute
Winnebago Mental Health Institute
Wisconsin Resource Center
Sand Ridge Secure Treatment Center
The Employer shalt not be responsible for any trayel expenses related to attendance
at these meetings.
NEGOTIATING N O T E - ~
2007-2009 AGREEMENT
Infection Control Exchange
A. The Union and the Employer share concern that infectious
diseases pose occupational risks for employees. These diseases include diseases
spread by blood-borne pathogens and other communicable diseases.
B. The Union and the Employer agree to establish a statewide
network on infection control to facilitate the exchange of information on infection
control issues. The designated representatives will:
I. Develop a work plan,
2. Collect, analyze, and disseminate infection control
information,
3. Disseminate product information through existing
Employer and Union communication channels.
4. Compile a resource directory, and
120
AGREEMENT
between the
State of Wisconsin
and the
Teaching Assistants' Association
November 7, 2009- June 30,2009
ARTICLE Vlll
Health and Safety
Section 1 ~ General Obligations of the Parties
A. Employer
The Employer shall observe all applicable health and safety Jaws
and regulations and will take all reasonable steps necessary to assure employee
health a11d safety.
Employees shall perform their duties in a safe manner, utilizing
the health and safety equipment provided by the Employer. Should an employee
become aware of conditions he/she believes to be unhealthy or dangerous to their
health and safety, the employee shall report the condition immediately to the
supervisor.
The Union will lend its full support and encouragement to tl1e
Em]>loyer in mutual efforts to maintain a safe and healthy working environment.
Section 2. Labor .. Management Cooperation
The parties to this Agreement pledge themselves to a cooperative effott in
the area of health and safety founded upon good faith communication and
discussion of problems, solutions, and prevention) at regular union-management
meetings as provided in Article II, Section 8.
Section 3. Equipment
Adequate first aid equipment shall be provided at appropriate locations.
The Bmp layer agrees to furnish and maintain in safe working condition all
tools and equipment required to satisfactorily carry out the duties of each position.
Employees are responsible for reporting any unsafe condition or practice and for
properly using and caring for the tools and equipment furnished by the Employer.
The Employer shall furnish protective clothing and equipment in
accordance with the standards established by the Department of Commerce.
33
Section 4. Buildings
The Employer shall provide and maintain all state-owned buildings,
facilities, and equipment in accordance with the applicable regulations of the State
Department of Commerce. Where facilities are leased) the Employer shall make a
reasonable effort to assure that such facilities comply with the applicable
regulations of the State Department of Commerce.
Section 5. Eye Protection
In the event that the Employer requires eye protection for employees, the
Employer will provide the appropriate type of safuty glasses for the duties
performed to protect the health and safety of the employee. If an eye examination
for required safety glasses is necessary, the Employer will pay the cost, or any
portion of the cost, for one examination dming the life of this contract if it js not
covered by the employee's present health insurance program. Employees must
present satisfactory proof that they have attempted to have their insurance provider
pay for the cost of the exam. The employee will be responsible for any nonessential
feature.
Section 6, VDT-CRT
Employees whose assigned duties require high VDT-CRT use [five (5)
hours or more in a day on an average of twice per week at feast nine (9) weeks per
semester or its equivalent] on a regular basis are encouraged to have an eye
examination. Employees who avaH themselves of such examination will be
reimbursed for the cost, or any portion of the cost, for one examination during the
life of the contract if it is not covered by the employee's present health insurance
program. Employees must present satisfactory proof that they have attempted to
have their insurance provider pay for the cost of the exam.
Section 7. Respiratory Protection
In the event tl1at the Employer requires the use of respiratmy equipment by
employees, the Employer shall provide suitable equipment.
Section 8. Abnormally Dangerous Tasks
In the event an employee believes that an assigned task is abnonnally
dangerous due to physical or emotional limitations of the employee, or due to
abnonna[ safety hazards, the employee shall inform the inunediate supervisor.
Upon receipt of such notification, the supervisor shall review the situation with the
employee and attempt to resolve the matter.
34
In attempting to resolve the matter, the supervisor, at his/her discretion,
may attempt to make work place task perfonnance and/or task assignment changes
consistent with health and safety considerations and the availability of additional or
alternate personnel. The supervisor may order the employee to perform !he task or,
at.the superVisor's discretion, may assign the affected employee to other a v a i l ~ b l e
work consistent with the work usually performed by the employee.
If the matter is not resolved to the satisfaction of the employee, and he/she
carries out the task, he/she may later file a grievance. If the employee refuses to
perform the task and no alternate assignment is made by the supervisor, the
employee may be subject to discipline. If the employee is disciplined, he/she may
file a grievancej under Article IV.
Section 9. Safety Inspections
When the Department bf Commerce inspects or plans to inspect University
facilities where employees work, the Union shall be notified as soon as possible
prior to the inspection. A Union official, upon request to the supervisor and with
due consideration for scheduled work responsibilities, will be released without loss
of pay to accompany the inspector for a maximum of sixteen hours per year.
Upon written request for the latest or most current Department of
Commerce safety inspection of a specific facility, the report will be furnished to the
requesting Union official.
SectionlO. Hazards
Upon written request by the Union, the University will provide a list of
buildings, of which the University is aware, containing asbestos and radioactive
isotopes. Employees who have questions about the presence of toxic chemicals at
their work site are instructed to obtain such infonnation from their immediate
supervisor.
The Union will be notified, whenever possible, at least thirty (30) days in
advance of any asbestos remo-val projects the Employer engages in. In addition)
announcements shall be posted at the building where such removal project is
planned, advising employees who work in the building or p0!1ion of the building
affucted hy !he removal project, that an asbestos removal project will take place and
anticipated dates for s.Ud project.
35
Section 11. Compliance Limitation
The Employer's compliance with this article is contingent upon the
availability of funds. If the Employer is unable to meet the requirements of any
Section of this Article due to a lack of funds, the Employer shall make a positive
effort to obtain the necessmy funds from the appropriate legislative body.
Section 12. Material Safety Data Sheets
The Employer shall make Material Safety Data Sheets which are required
by Wisconsin Department of Commerce on chemical and hazardous materials
available upon request to Employees with duties in departments where sucb
materials are used or where Employees are potentially exposed to such materials.
Section 13. Lactation Rooms
The Employer agrees to maintain at least three lactation rooms at different
locations around the UW-Madison camgus. The location and specifications of the
lactation rooms shall be determined upon consultation with the Campus Childcare
Commit-tee.
The Employeragrees that at least three ofthe lactation rooms will meet the
following minimum standards: space ofat least 70 square feet (bathrooms shall not
be considered for this space); a curtain or a door to allow for privacy: accessible
electdcal outlets: a couch or chair: a tmsh can: a table or counter space: located on.
the same floor as a bathroom; two proM lactation posters; and means of indicating
that the room is occupied or vacant.
36
AGREEMENT
betWeen the
STATE OF WISCONSIN
and the
WISCONSIN STATE BUILDING
TRADES NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE
and its
APPROPRIATE AFFILIATED BUILDING
TRADES COUNCILS
June 7, 2008 -June 30, 2009
ARTICLE X
Health and Safety
Section 1 - Generul
10fl/1 It is the expressed policy of the Employer and the Union to cooperate in an
effort to solve healtl1 and safety problems. The Employer shall make reasonable
provisions for the safely and health of the employees, and the Union will lend its
full suppott and encouragement to the practice of job safety and health by
employees. The Employer further agrees to furnish and maintain in safe working
condition all tools and equipment required to carzy out the duties of each position.
Employees are responsible for reporting any unsafe con<litions or practices and for
properly using and caring for tools and equipment furnished by the Employer.
Section 2- Applicable Statutory Provisions
10/2/1 A. Public Employee Safety aud Health
Employees under the Agreement shall be covered by s. 101.055,
Wis. Slats., relating to public employee occupational safety and health.
B. Toxic Substances, Infectious Agents, and Pesticides (Employees
Right to Know Law)
Employees under this Agreement shall be covered by ss. 101.58 -
101.599, Wis. Stats., the statutory provisions which currently apply to the location
and/or use of toxic infectious agents, and pesticides in the workplace.
Details are provided in the law on the following major program components:
1. The types of information which employers must provide
to employees.
2. The right of employees to refuse to work prior to the
receipt of requested infonnation.
3. The responsibility of the Employer to provide education
and training to employees.
4. The complaint resolution procedure to be used by
employees who have been denied their rights.
10/2/Z Employee complaints under this Section shall be restricted to the remedies
available under state statutes and shall not be subject to the grievance procedure
(A11icle IV) of this Agreement.
42
Section 3 Clothing and Equipment
10/311 The Employer shall furnish protective clothing and equipment in
accordance with the standards established by the Department of CoDllnerce.
1013/2 In addition, when the Employer becomes aware that employees may be
exposed, as a result of the employee's assigned duties, to substances tbat may be
hazardous to the employee's health, the Employer shall notify affected employees
and the appropriate Union Representative(s) as defined in 4/1/3. In these instances,
the Employer shall immediately take those steps it deems appropriate to provide
affected employees with necessaty protective clothing and equipment.
1013/3 The employer shall furnish protective foul weather gear when weather
conditions are extreme.
Section 4 M Foot Protection
10/4/1 The Employer reserves the right to require the wearing offoot protection
by employees. In such cases, the Employer will provide a safety device or, ifthe
Employer requhes the purchase of approved safety shoes, the Employer will pay an
allowance of fifteen dollars ($15.00) per year payable as an expense check the first
pay period of the calendar year. If an autl10rized medical certificate Is presented, an
employee shall be excused from wearing safety shoes.
Section 5- Eye Examination
10/5/1 If an eye examination for safety glasses is necessary, the Employer will
pay the entire cost of one examination during the life of this Agreement.
Section 6- Transportation of Tools
10/6/1 The Employer agrees to provide transportation for all necessary tools,
equipment, material and supplies which cannot reasonably or safely be transported
by hand.
43
AGREEMENT
between the
STATE OF WISCONSIN
and the
WISCONSIN EDUCATION
ASSOCIATION COUNCIL
June 7, 2008 -June 30, 2009
ARTICLE IX
Health and Safety
9/111 Adequate first aid equipment will be provided at appropriate locations.
91211 The Employer agrees to finnish and maintain in safe working condition all
tools and equipment required to cany out the duties of each position. Employees
are responsible for reporting any unsafe condition or practice and for properly using
and caring for the tools and equipment furnished by the Employer.
of new or the modification of existing tools. equipment and fbmiture. Agencles are
e11couraged to seek employee input regarding such ergonomic considerations.
Section3 Foot Protection
9/3/l The Employer reserves the right to require the wearing of foot protection
Employer requires the purchase of approved safety slwes, the Employer will pay an
allowance of nine dollars ($9.00) per year payable the first pay check of the
calendar year.
Section 4 Buildings
9/4/l The Employer wiii provide and maintain all state-owned buildings,
facilities, and equipment in accordance with the directions of the State Department
of Commerce. Where facilities are leased, the Employer wlll make a reasonable
effott to assure that such facilities comply with the directions of the State
Department of Commerce.
9/5/l The Employer agrees to provide the transportation of necessary tools,
equipment, materials and supplies which cannot reasonably or safely be transported
bY. hand.
9/6/1 All passenger cars, trucks, truck tractors, buses, or muJdwpassenger
vehicles which have a date of manufacture on or after Januaty I, 1968, and which
42
are covered by the applicable safety standards of the National Traffic and Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal
Highway Safety Bureau, that are provided by the Employer for the use of or
operation by the employees covered by this Agreement will meet all applicable
safety standards for equipment as contained in the avpropriate federal statutes and
rules. Employees are required to report any unsafe condition and are responsible
for properly using and caring for the motor vehicles of the Employer. The
Employer will be responsible for repairing such unsafe condition.
9nt1 The Employer will furnish protective clothing and equipment in
accordance with the standards established by the Depattment of Commerce.
Section 8 Eye Protection
9/8/l The Employer reserves the right to require eye protection for employees.
In such cases the Employer will provide the appropriate type of safety glasses for
the duties performed to protect the health and safety of the employee. If an eye
examination for required safety glasses is necessary, the Employer will pay the cost
for one examination during the life of this contract to the extent not covered by the
employee,s selected health program. Employees must contact local management
for proper procedures before getting an eye exatnination. The employee will be
responsible for the cost of any nonessential feature.
9/8/2 Employees whose assigned duties require high VDT-CRT use [live (5)
hours per day] are encouraged to have an eye examination. Employees who avail
themselves of such examination will be reimbursed for one (I) exatnination not
covered by their present health insurance during the life of the contract.
Section 9 VDT-CRT
9/9/1 The Wisconsin Labor Management Safety Committee Report, "Health and
Safety Aspects of Video Display Terminals" (May 1985), recommendations define
optimum conditions for VDT-CRT use and will be incorporated in
purchasing/design guidelines for management's purchase or design of equipment
and work areas. Each agency wi11 appoint an ergonomic coordinator who will be
responsible for evaluating ergonomic conditions and assisting employees who
experience problems relating to these issues. This Section is not subject to Article
IV but may be a topic of labor-management meetings.
43
Section 10 Ear Protection
9110/1 The Employer reserves the right to require ear protection for employees in
accordance with OSHA guidelines. In such cases the Employer will provide the
appropriate type of ear protection.
Section 11 Safety and Security Training
911111 In those employing units where security of inmates is involved,
supervisors will orient new employees to appropriate safety and security
precautions within the first two (2) weeks of employment. Current employees will
be provided the opportunity to take part in safety and security training appropriate
to the woi'k environment once during the term of the Agreement. It is recognized
by the parties that security and safety training relates to important duties of
employees in this bargaining unit employed in adult and juvenile correctional
institutions.
911211 The Employer's compliance with this Article is contingent upon the
availability of funds. If the Employer is unable to meet the requirements of any
Section of this Article due to a lack of funds, the Employer will make a positive
eff01t to obtain the necessary funds from the appropriate legislative body.
Section13 Uability l.'rotection
911311 The provisions of s. 895.46, Wis. Stats., are hereby incorporated into this
Agreement.
Section 14 Abnormally Hazardous Tasl<S
911411 In the event an employee has determined that the task he/she has been
assigned or working conditions are abnonnally dangerous, he/she shall inform
his/her immediate supervisor in writing. Upon receipt of such written claim by the
supervisor, the supervisor shall review the situation with the employee and attempt
to resolve the matter.
9/1412 In attempting ID resolve the employee claim the supe1visor at his/her
discretion may attempt to make work place task performance and/or task
assignment changes consistent wjth health and safety considerations and the
availability of additional or alternate personnel. The supervisor may order the
employee to perform the task or at the supervisor's discretion assign tire affected
employee to other available work consistent with the work usually performed by the
employee.
44
AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
THE STATE OF WISCONSIN
and the
W'IsCONSlN
LAW
ASSOCIATION
June 7, 2008 30,2009
ARTICLE IX
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Section 1 Assignments
9/1/1 An employee shall not be assigned to any task abnonnally dangerous at the
employee's place of employment.
Section 2 First Aid Equipment and Training
9/2/1 Adequate first aid equipment shall be provided at appropriate locations.
9/2/2 In an emergency situation) where serious illness or injury results from a
work related activity or exposure, the Employer will furnish transportation for the
affected employee to the appropriate medical facility. If the employee is 1eleased
from the medical facility on the same day that he/she is admitted, the Employer
agrees toprovlde one of the following: transportation, reimbursement of the cost of
public transpottatlon, when approved by the Employer, back to tl1e work site or the
employee's home as detennined by the attending medical authority, or
reimbursement of mileage to the employee in accordance with Article XII,. Section
16.
9/2/3 Employees niay be released to attend CPR training classes without loss of
pay. The Employer reserves the right to restrict, for operational needs, the number
of employees who may attend such training sessions at any one time.
9/3/1. The Employer agrees to furnish and maintain in safe working condition all
tools and equipment required to carry out the duties of each position. Employees
are responsible for reporting any unsafe condition or practice and for properly using
and caring for the tools and equipment furnished by the Employer.
9/3/2 All sworn and certified Law Enforcement personnel in the employment of
the State of Wisconsin will be provided all necessary tools and equipmetit to
effectively and safely carry out the duties of their job.
9/4/1 The Employer agrees to provide transportation for necessary tools,
equipment} materials and supplies which cannot reasonably or safely be transported
by haud.
9/5/1 The Employer shall furnish protective clothing and equipment in
accordance with the standards established by the Department of Commerce and/or
the U.S. Center for Disease Control.
47
Section 6 Confidentiality of Records
9/6/1 To insure strict confidentiality, only authorized employees of the Employer
shall process or have access to any employee medical records.
Section 7 Medical Examination
917/1 Whenever the Employer requires an employee to submit to physical
examinations, medical tests, including x-rays, or inoculations, the Employer will
pay the entire cost of such services not covered by the present health insurance
program, providing the employee uses the services provided or approved by the
Employer. The Employer agrees to give employees classified as Police
Communications Operator a hearing examination once during the period of the
Agreement. The Employer will anange for and pay for the examination and
provide a copy of the results of the exam to the employee. Employees will be in
pay status for the examination. Employees required to submit to such exams, tests,
or inoculations will do so without loss of pay or benefits. Employees who provide
acceptable medical or religious reasons for refusal of inoculations will be
considered for reassignment.
Section 8 Job-related Exposure to Disease
9/8/1 Under the following conditions, testing for, and treatment of Lymes
Disease, Hepatitis B and C, TB or HIV, will be covered by Worker's Compensation
as provided under 12/17/1 ofthis Agreement:
A. Emptoyees must repmt a suspected job-related exposure to these
diseases to their immediate supervisor. This alleged exposure is to be reported on
the form(s) supplied by the Employer and processed according to the procedures in
the employee's agency.
B. If the physician orders a blood test to confirm or rule out the
possibility of disease, Worker's Compensation will pay the cost of the test
regardless of its results (i.e., positive or negative).
C. Subsequent treatment to address symptoms or prevent
complications must be prescribed by the treating physician.
D. The treating physician establishes a direct causal relationship and
provides written documentation to relate contraction of the disease to the job. The
employee submits the treating physician's written documentation to the Employer to
satisJY this condition.
E. If the above conditions are met, the Employer will make an initial
determination that the disease is Job-related and will forward the claim to State Risk
Management for processing.
91812 Employees shall not handle blood or body fluids, unless they have been
trained in safe handling procedures.
48
9/9/1 The Employer agrees to equip all University of Wisconsin System vehicles
designated as police cars with statutorily mandated equipment.
Section 10 Foot Protection
9/10/1 The Employer reserves the right to require the wearing of foot protection
Employer requires the purchase of approved safety shoes, the Employer will pay an
allowance of fifteen dollars ($15.00) per year as an expense check. payable the first
pay period oflhe calendar year.
Section 11 Safety Inspection
9/11/1 Upon written request for the latest or most cunent safety inspection of a
specific facility, the rep01t will be furnished to the requesting Union official.
Section 12 Joint Committee on Health and Safety
9/12/1 ln the event an employee has determined that the task he or she has been
assigned js abnormally he or she shall infonn his or her immediate
supervisor in writing on the Abnormally Hazardous Task Report Fonn. Upon
receipt of such written claim by the supervisor, the supervisor shall review the
situationwith tlre employee and attempt to resolve the matter.
9/12/Z In attempting to resolve the employee claim the supervisor at his or her
discretion may attempt to make work place task performance and/or task
availability of additional or ahemate personnel. The supervisor may order the
employee to perform the task or at the supervisor's discretion assign the affected
employee to other available work consistent with the work usually performed by the
employee.
9/12/3 If the matter is not resolved to tl1e satisfaction of the employee, and he or
she carries out the tesk, he/she may later file a grievance in accordance with Article
IV commencing at Step One. If the employee refuses to perform the task and no
alternate assignment is made by the supervisor, the employee may be subject to
discipline. Prior to adminisfiation of the discipline the circumstances surrounding
the abnormally hOY..ardous task disagreement shall be discussed with the local Union
and the Employer designated safety representative. If !he employee is disciplined,
he/she may file a grievance commencing at Step Two of the procedure.
Section 13 Data Sheets
9/13/1 The Employer upon contracting to purchase any chemical or substance
containing hazardous material will request a material safety data sheet from the
vendor.
49
Section 14 VDT/CRT Eye Examinations
9/l4/1 Employees whose assigned duties require high VDT"CRT use (four (4)
hours or more per day] are encouraged to have an eye examination. Employees
who avail themselves of such examination will be rejmbursed for one examination
not covered by the present health insurance program during the life ofthe conb:act.
9/14/2 A pregnant employee assigned to high-use operation of VDT/CRT
Equipment [four ( 4) hours or more per day] may request reassignment to alternative
work within her employing unit. If this request is not granted, the eniployee may
request and shall be granted up to three (3) months of matemity leave of absence
without pay which will be in addition to the maternity leave under provisions of
12/8/4 ofthis Agreement.
9/14/3 Except where local agreements provide otherwise, employees whose
assigned duties require VDT/CRT use of four (4) or more hours in a day shall be
provided their fifteen (15) minute breaks and meal periods, where feasible, such that
the VDT/CRT duties are not required for greater than two (2) hour periods. Where
this scheduling is not feasible, relief to the employee after two (2) hours of
continuous use may be provided by the performance of altemate tasks normally
performed by tho employee and not requiring the use of the VDT/CRT.
9/14/4 Eyeglasses: When medical verification for the necessity of special
eyeglasses to work on the Employer's VDT/CRT equipment is provided, the
Employer will provide the appropriate prescribed eyeglasses through state
procurement for use by the employee in the performance of his/her duties when
such duties include the high use of the VDT/CRT equipment as defined in 9/13/1.
Management shall provide a status report to the employee within thirty (30) days of
the employee's request for such glasses. Special eyeglasses are defined as glasses
needed for VDT/CRT equipment use if the employee would not otherwise require
the use of glasses or other vision correction; or eyeglasses required for work on
VDT/CRT equipment which are different in prescription power or design from
those which would be required to meet the other general daHy vision needs of the
employee. This provision may be exceeded by mutual agreement.
Section15 Safety Eyewear
9/15/1 Where safety glasses are required by the Employer, the Employer will
provide such glasses. In addition, if eye examinations for safety glasses are
the Employer will pay the entire cost of one examination during tQ.e life
ofthis contract.
9/15/2 Safety sunglasses wiil be provided by tl1e Employer when medical
verification for the necessity of such glasses is provided to the Employer or when
mutually agreed to otl1erwise.
9/15/3 Employees regularly engaged in field work who are not required to have
safety sunglasses may purchase them for job-related purposest at cost, through state
procurement.
50
Section 16
Weatbel' Related Considerations
9/16/1 During periods of extreme weather, such as announced temperature
advisories, the Employer wilJ take reasonable steps to assure consideration of
employee health and safety needs.
51
AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE
STATE OF WISCONSIN
AND THE
WISCONSIN PHYSICIAN AND DENTIST
ASSOCIATION
AFT-WISCONSIN/ AFT/ AFL-CIO
June 7, 2008- June 30,2009
c.
(8/3/1 A.!.)
Transfer within the department/university-campus in lieu of layoff
D. Transfer between deparbnentsfuniversity-campuses in lieu of
layoff (8/3/1 A.2.)
E. Restoration within the employing unit (8/4/2).
F. Restoration within the department/university-campus (8/4/7).
G. Restoration between departments/university-campuses (8/4/8)
H. Reinstatement within the department/university-campus (8/5/l).
I. Reinstatement between departments/university-campuses (8/5/l).
J. Transfer (Article VII)
K. After the above categories have been exhausted, the Employer
may fill the position in accordance with other provisions of this Agreement and
Wisconsin Statutes.
37
ARTICLE IX
HEALTH, SAFETY AND MISCELLANEOUS
Section 1 Discrimination
9/1/1 The parties agree that their respective policies will not violate the rights of
any employees covered by this Agreement because of age, handicap, sex, creed,
color, marital status
1
national sexual orientation, Union or
affiliation, membership in the National Guard, state defense force or any reserve
component of the military forces of the United States or this state or use or non-use
of lawful products off the Employer's premises during nonworking hours.
Section 2 Personal Protective Equipment
9/2/1 The Employer shall furnish protective clothing and equipment in
accordance with the standards established by the Department of Commerce. When
recommended or required by the Appointing Authority, safety glasses, eye
protection, or footwear shall be furnished at no cost to the employee.
Section 3 Hazardous Substances and Infectious Diseases
9/3/1 The Employer shall provide the Union with a copy of any list of hazardous
substances that it provides to an employee upon his/her request pursuant to
Chapter 364, Wis. Slats.
The Employer shall advise employees when the Employer knows they are
exposed to infectious and communicable diseases and shall advise them as to
reasonable preventive measures to deal with the matter.
Section 4 Buildings
9/4/1 The Employer shall provide and maintain all state-owned buildings,
facilities, and equipment in accordance with the rules ai1d regulations of the
Department of Commerce. Where facilities are leased, the Employer shall make a
reasonable effort to assure that such facilities comply with the rules and regulations
of the Department of Conm1erce.
Section 5 Liability Pl'otectlon
9/5/1 The provisions of s. 895.46, Wis. Slats., or as may be amended, are hereby
incorporated into this Agreement.
Section 6 Outside Employment
9/6/1 Any department may require employees to obtain approval to engage in
outside employment. In such case, employees must request, in writing., permission
38
to engage in outside employment If an employee is denied permission, he/she may
challenge the reasonableness of such denial through the grievance procedure.
917/1 It is the expressed policy of the Employer and the Union to cooperate in an
eff01t to solve health and safety problems. Adequate first aid equipment shall be
made accessible at appropriate locations.
SectionS Tools and Equipment
9/811 The Employer agrees to furnish and maintain in a safe working condition
all tools and equipment that it detennines are required to carry out the duties of each
position. Employees are required to report any unsafe condition or practice and are
responsible for properly using and caring for the tools and equipment fumished by
the Employer.
9/8/2 The Employer agrees to provide nansportation for necessary tools,
equipment, materials and suppHes which cannot reasonably or.safely be transported
by hand.
of new or the modification of existing tools, equip!nent and fumlture. Agencies are
encouraged to allow employee input regarding such ergonomic considerations.
Section 9 VDT/CRT Eye Examinations
919/l The Employer reserves the right to require eye protection for employees.
In such cases, the Employer will provide the appropriate type of safety glasses for
the duties performed to protect the health and safuty of the employee. The
employee will be responsible for the cost of any prescription m nonessential
feature, except that where eye examinations for safety glasseS are necessary, the
Employer will pay the cost of examination during the tenn of this Agreement if it Is
not covered by the employee's present health insurance program.
91912 Employees whose assigned duties require high VDTICRT work [four (4)
or more hours per day] are encouraged to have an eye examination. Employees
who avail themselves of such examination will be reimbursed for one examination
not covered by the present health insurance program.during the life of the contract.
9/913 A pregnant employee assigned to high-use operation of VDTICRT
equipment [four (4) or more hours per day]may request reassignment to alternative
work within her employing unit. If this request is not granted, the employee may
request and shall be granted up to three (3) months of maternity leave of absence
without pay, which will be in addition to the maternity leave provisions of this
contract.
39
Section10 Damaged Clothing
9/10/1 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of repairing eye glasses, watches or
articles of clothing damaged in the line of duty when such damage results from an
employee performing direct patient care in a state hospital or other institution.
If the above are damaged beyond repair, the Employer agrees to
pay the actual value of such articles as determined by the Employer. The
reimbursement for damaged watches will not exceed seventy five dollars ($75.00)
per watch.
The value of such articles shall be determined at tl1e time of which damage
occurs.
Section 11 Employee Health and Safety
9/11/1 The Employer shall make reasonable provisions for the safety and health
of the employees, and the Union shall lend' its full support and encouragement to
the practice of job safety and health by employees. The Employer, the Union and
the employees recognize their obligation and/or rights under existing applicable
state and federal laws with respect to safety and health matters.
9/11/2 Medical Examination: Whenever the Employer requires an employee to
submit to physical examinations, medical tests, including x-rays or
inoculations/immunizations and psychiatric exaiUS, the Employer will pay the entire
cost of such services not covered by the present health insurance program,
providing the employee uses the services provided or approved by the Employer.
Employees required to submit to such exams, tests, or inoculations/inununizations
will do so without loss of pay or benefits. Employees who provide acceptable
medical or religious reasons for refusal of exams, tests, or
inoculations/immunizations will be considered for reassignment.
Section 12 Abnormally Dangerous Tasi<S
9/1211 In the event an employee has determined that the task he/she has been
assigned is abnonnally dangerous, he/she shall infonn his/her immediate supervisor
by filing an Abnonnally Hazardous Task Report Fonn. Upon receipt of such
written claim by the supervisor, the supervisor shall review the situation with the
emp1oyee and attempt to resolve the matter.
9/12/2 In. attempting to resolve the employee claim, the supervisor, at his/her
discretion, may attempt to make workplace task performance and/or task
availability of additional or alternate personneL The supervisor may order the
employee to petfonn the task or, at the supervisor's discretion, may assign. the
affected employee to other available work consistent with the work usually
performed by the employee.
40
9/U/3 If the matter is not resolved to the satisfaction of the employee, and he/she
carries out the task, he/she may later file a grievance in accordance with Article IV,
commencing at Step Two. If the employee refuses to perform the task, and no
alternate assignment is made by the supervisor, the employee may be subject to
discipline. If the employee is disciplined, he/she may file a grievance, commencing
at Step Two of the procedure.
Section13 Work Rules
9/13/1 The Employer agrees to establish reasonable work rules that shall not
conflict with any of the provisions ofthis Agreement. The application of such work
rules shall recognize the professional nature of employees in this bargaining unit.
Newly established work rules or amendments to existing work rules shall be
reduced to writing and furnished to the Union thircy (30) days, where possible, but
no Jess than seven (7) calendar days prior to the effective date of the rule(s). For
purposes of this Agreement, work rules are defined as and limited to:
"Rules promulgated by the Employer within its discretion which regnlate fl1e
personal conduct of employees as it affects their employment, except flmt the
Employer may enforce these rules outside the normal work hours when the conduct
of the employee would prejudice the interest of the state as an Employer."
9/13/2 Work rules are to be interpreted and applied uniformly to all employees
under like circumstances. The reasonableness of work rules which includes both
the application and inte1pretation may be challenged through the grievance
procedure contained in this Agreement.
Section 14 .Personnel File
9/14/1 Upon written request to his/her agency or department, an employee shall,
within a reasonable time, have an opportunity to review his/her official persormel
file in the presence of a designated managenient representative. However>
employees shall not be entitled to review information which is confidential by law
or administrative code.
9/1412 A copy of any material placed in an employee's file which may affect
his/her job perfonnance evaluation shall be immediately presented to the employee
involved. This material shall be for.informational purposes only. The employee
may make a written statement regarding his/her position on the materials placed in
his/her file and such statement shall be appended to the material which is the
subJect of the employee's statement.
Section 15 Travel and L<>dging
9115/1 The Employer agrees to continue in effect the provisions of ss. 16.53 and
20.916, Wis. Slats., relating to the reimbursement of state employees for expenses
incmTed while traveling on state business.
41
NEGOTIATING NOTE #4
HEPATlTISB
The Employer and the Association agree that all employees in tl1e
bargaining unit who have contact with blood or other potentially infectious
materials are entitled to receive the Hepatitis B vaccination series on a voluntary
basis at the Employer's expense> whenever need for vaccination is indicated.
At institutions such as the Centers for the Developmentally Disabled, the
Wisconsin Resource Center, the Mental Health Institutes, and the correctional
facilities, bargaining unit employees may teceive the appropriate immunizations at
the work site. At other work sites, where the vaccinations are not provided on site,
the Employer shall reimburse the employee for those immunization costs not
covered when the employee receives the vaccine through his or her physician.
The Employer will offer post-vaccination serologic response testing to
employees six ( 6) months after completion ofthe vaccination series.
It is the tmderstanding of the parties that the Employer will not direct
employees to receive such immunizations. Test results and employee patient
records shall be confidential.
ln instances where an employee is found to be susceptible to Hepatitis B,
the employee will be strongly encouraged by the Employer to consult with his or
her physician regarding appropriate medical treatment.
For informational purposes, the parties recognize the authority of the
fedeml Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Wisconsin
Department of Commerce (DComm), regarding control of Hepatitis B. The
Employer agrees to abide by applicable OSHA/DComm regulations as amended.
81

20120523140708329

Uploaded by

Document Information

Original Description:

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

20120523140708329

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

Downing, Karley - GOV

You might also like