ATV groups have requested permission to use ATVs on the Wildwood trail and there have been some concerns raised. I would like to see if we can come up with a plan that addresses the concerns so that we can make everyone happy. Please comment with any suggestions that you have.
Concerns include:
Pedestrian safety
Dust
Noise
Maintenance:
* Ruts
* Road crossings (blacktop edge)
* Quicker surface wear
Pinch points (narrow areas like the tunnel under the freeway)
Liability
Steep hill at the county line
Loss of non-motorized grants
Paying for any work or materials needed
Sight distance issues for road crossings
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Wisconsin Senate Advances Bill Opposed by Unions - NYTimes.com
Wisconsin Senate Advances Bill Opposed by Unions - NYTimes.com: "The Wisconsin Senate succeeded in voting Wednesday to strip nearly all collective bargaining rights from public workers, after Republicans outmaneuvered the chamber's missing Democrats and approved an explosive proposal that has rocked the state and unions nationwide."
This doesn't strip bargaining rights from workers -- it strips the rights of unions to force people to join. If anyone doesn't like the wage and benefits of their job, they are free to look for a better job.
This doesn't strip bargaining rights from workers -- it strips the rights of unions to force people to join. If anyone doesn't like the wage and benefits of their job, they are free to look for a better job.
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Six candidates vie for county board seat | New Richmond News | New Richmond, Wisconsin
Six candidates vie for county board seat | New Richmond News | New Richmond, Wisconsin: "Six candidates have thrown their hats in the ring to fill the District 7 St. Croix County Supervisor’s position."
Friday, February 18, 2011
What to make of Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker's "budget repair bill" | Wide White
What to make of Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker's "budget repair bill" | Wide White: "By now I'm sure you've heard about the proposed 'budget repair bill' proposed by newly-elected Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker."
The linked article does an excellent job of describing the issue.
The linked article does an excellent job of describing the issue.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Madison protests bring union backers together | New Richmond News | New Richmond, Wisconsin
Madison protests bring union backers together | New Richmond News | New Richmond, Wisconsin: "Unions would be prevented from negotiating anything but salaries — and any increase greater than the rate of inflation would require voter approval in a referendum."
Seems reasonable for the short term budget problems.
"Union dues couldn’t be collected by school districts or state and local governments. No one could be required to pay union dues."
I don't think anyone should be forced or prevented from joining a union. Government shouldn't have to do the administrative work for the union of collecting dues.
"Contracts could be for no more than one year, and bargaining units would have to vote annually on maintaining certification as a union."
Seems ok for the short term budget problems.
"Most workers would have to make half the annual contribution into their pension, and would have to pay at least 12.6 percent of their health insurance premiums."
In the private sector, people usually pay at least 50% (and often 75%) of their retirement and 25% of their health insurance so that sounds like a good idea.
Seems reasonable for the short term budget problems.
"Union dues couldn’t be collected by school districts or state and local governments. No one could be required to pay union dues."
I don't think anyone should be forced or prevented from joining a union. Government shouldn't have to do the administrative work for the union of collecting dues.
"Contracts could be for no more than one year, and bargaining units would have to vote annually on maintaining certification as a union."
Seems ok for the short term budget problems.
"Most workers would have to make half the annual contribution into their pension, and would have to pay at least 12.6 percent of their health insurance premiums."
In the private sector, people usually pay at least 50% (and often 75%) of their retirement and 25% of their health insurance so that sounds like a good idea.
Friday, January 21, 2011
County board seeks to fill vacant seat | New Richmond News | New Richmond, Wisconsin
County board seeks to fill vacant seat | New Richmond News | New Richmond, Wisconsin: "Due to the death of Gene Ruetz, St. Croix County Supervisory District 7 no longer has representation on the county board."
"Anyone who is a qualified elector and resident of District 7 is welcome to place their name in nomination. If chosen to fill the seat, the person will complete the unexpired portion of the 2010-2012 term.
County Supervisory District 7 is made up of Ward 1 in the Town of Richmond; Wards 1 and 2 in the Town of Somerset; Wards 1 and 2 in the Town of Warren; and Wards 1-3 in the Village of Roberts."
"Anyone who is a qualified elector and resident of District 7 is welcome to place their name in nomination. If chosen to fill the seat, the person will complete the unexpired portion of the 2010-2012 term.
County Supervisory District 7 is made up of Ward 1 in the Town of Richmond; Wards 1 and 2 in the Town of Somerset; Wards 1 and 2 in the Town of Warren; and Wards 1-3 in the Village of Roberts."
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
St. Croix County Board member Ruetz dies Tuesday | New Richmond News | New Richmond, Wisconsin
St. Croix County Board member Ruetz dies Tuesday | New Richmond News | New Richmond, Wisconsin: "Long-time St. Croix County Board member Eugene Ruetz, 81, of rural New Richmond died on Tuesday evening, Jan. 4 at the Baldwin Area Medical Center. Ruetz represented District 7"
He was on the Community Development Committee with me. He will be missed! :-(
He was on the Community Development Committee with me. He will be missed! :-(
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