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Capital Brewery Creates Beer for Rowley House Festival to Celebrate

National Mustard
Day, August 4 Brewmaster Ashley Kinart-
Short from Capital Brew-
ery gives the first samples
of a special Rowley House
150th Anniversary beer to
Mayor Gurdip Brar and
City Administrator Mike
Davis. The beer had its first
unveiling on the porch of
the historic house on July
26. In addition to the period
style beer, Capital Brewery
also created a root beer for
the building’s sesquicenten-
nial birthday. See page 5 for
the full story.
Michelle Phillips-Times Tribune
BY MICHELLE PHILLIPS
Times-Tribune
MIDDLETON–National Mustard Day (NMD) is coming up on
August 4, and the Mustard Museum in Middleton is gearing up
for its biggest event. The museum holds a mustard festival in the
streets of downtown Middleton to commemorate the canary-colored
condiment. The celebration has been going since a year before the
museum’s inception in 1992, when the collection was still housed in
curator Barry Levenson’s backyard shed in Mount Horeb.
His collection began after he was distraught over a World Series
loss by the Boston Red Sox. He was wandering the aisles of a su-
permarket, thinking that he needed a hobby. While in the condiment
aisle he saw mustard and decided to start collecting it. Levenson
said as his collect started to grow, people took note of it, prompting
the idea for a museum, which moved to Middleton in 2009.
Levenson said, “I heard a voice that said, ‘If you build it, they
will come,’” a quote from the baseball movie “Field of Dreams.”
Now the Museum is home to Levenson’s collection and one of
the largest mustard retail outlets with mustards from around the
world. The NMD event is the biggest fundraiser for the non-profit

Rezoning Request Deferred museum and features a variety of activities and entertainment.
“We will have four bands, including the Poupon U Accordion
Band,” a perennial favorite at the festival, according to Levenson.
The other bands include the Red Hot Horn Dawgs, who have been

by City Plan Commission

BY CAMERON BREN
Times-Tribune
MIDDLETON–The Mid-
dleton Plan Commission held
a public hearing on a rezoning
request for a proposed three
story mixed-use building at
3001 to 3101 Parmenter Street.
Neighboring residents raised
concerns about the landscaping,
noise, lighting and lack of green
space. Staff and plan commis-
sion members spoke in support
of the project but deferred action
until more details are revealed
and neighbor’s concerns are ad-
dressed.
The site of the proposed de-
velopment currently holds a
blighted, one-story house and
a vacant lot. Developer MIG
Commercial Real Estate and
Duesler Properties is proposing
to 50-foot high office and retail
building with 278 parking stalls
and about a 20,000 square foot
footprint.
The site is currently zoned
for B-3 which permits most
commercial uses. The developer
requested the parcel be rezoned
to a planned development dis-
trict (PDD) to make exception
for the 50-foot height which B-3
limits to 35 feet. The site would
also include a vestibule at the
entrance which is not permitted
under B-3.
Planning director Eileen
Kelley explained to the plan
commission that staff is sup-
portive of the rezoning but rec-
ommended holding the hearing
to obtain public input and plan
commission feedback, then
deferring action until the appli-
cant’s TIF request is submitted.
Kelley said a TIF request is
expected though none of the
details have yet been submitted
to the city. She said it would be
related to underground parking
and moving utilities.
During the public comment
period two residents raised con-
cerns about the potential noise
and light pollution as well as
overall aesthetics and green
space on the site.
Neighboring resident Jean
Antwon asked why there was
an abundance of parking stalls?
She pointed out the plans indi-
cate having 228 surface parking
stalls and 50 underground stalls,
71 more than required 207 under
city ordinance.
Antwon said she was also
concerned about the noise on top
of building from air conditioners
and lighting from parking lot.
Mayor Gurdip Brar asked
Kelley why there were 71 more
parking stalls than required by
ordinance. Kelley said they are
planning to provide parking to
biomedical research product and
service provider Lucigen as they
expand.
Kelley said the site zoned as
B-3 could be permitted for a
car lot or a bar. A PDD zoning
would approve only for specific
uses.
“We as a city prefer PDD be-
cause it gives us more control,”
Kelley said. “Things are only
approved for these uses in this
configuration.”
Director of Community
Development Abby Attoun
explained why the staff rec-
ommendation was for deferral
though staff support the project.
“The reason that we are rec-
ommending deferral is that they
are bringing in a TIF request and
we haven’t had a chance to meet
with them,” Attoun said. “One
of the items in the TIF request
is for relocation of utilities, so I
am guessing it is probably asso-
ciated with that, but we haven’t
a musical tradition at the festival since 2000, Marcy & The High-
lights, a classic rock band, and Reloaded, which covers a variety of
genres. Vi, the Duchess of Mustard will be there wearing a mustard
hat and yodeling as well.
There will be kids games, a bounce house and a balloon twister.
got the details yet.”
Culver’s is make its special mustard custard and hot dogs will be
Another neighboring resident
for sale with mustard, “We won’t have any ketchup,” Levenson
Belinda Antwon said many kids
quipped.
in the neighborhood play in the
There will be representatives from some of the award-winning
vacant lot that would be turned
mustard makers on hand. Senator Janis Ringhand will be bring-
to pavement. She also asked
ing her Ringhand Beer Mustard and Stormin’ Gorman Thomas
about the timeline of work hours
of the construction. Kelley said See MUSTARD page 5
those plans haven’t been final-
ized and the workers would
have to follow city ordinance
for working hours.
Brar asked if the city could
require the developer keep some
of the trees. Attoun said some-
thing that has been done at other
developments is pave the lot as
needed to meet demand.
Plan commission member
David Reed asked if a path to
Parmenter for the neighboring
residents could be part of the
landscaping since they likely
walk through the vacant lot now.
Kelley said that was possible.
Plan commission member
Kurt Paulsen asked if the city
attorney could review whether
the city has the right to limit
construction hours if the devel-
opment will use TIF. State law
bars the city from not allowing
construction on weekends.
Paulsen made a motion to
defer the rezoning. Plan com-
mission member Wayne Pferde-
hirt asked to add that issues be
addressed related to landscap-
ing, noise, lighting and greens- Michelle Phillips-Times Tribune
pace to the motion. Mustard Museum curator Barry Levenson shows off two new
Paulsen also added that he things for the National Mustard Day Festival this weekend. The
would like to have staff and the first is a board game called “Please Pass the Mustard” that was
developer work to reduce the created as a fundraiser for the museum. The second is the Ply-
wood Level Donation board. The Plywood Level is $25, and Lev-
See REZONING page 5 enson plans to wear the donation sandwich board at the event.
PAGE 2 TIMES-TRIBUNE THURSDAY, AUGUST 2, 2018

Scenes from the First MFD Block Party

Jeff Martin-Times Tribune

The Middleton Fire District

held their first annual Block
Party on July 28 and visi-
tors could choose from a va-
riety of activities through-
out the day.
Photos, Clockwise from
Top Left: Tulla Prichard (7)
from Waunakee, aims her
fire hose and tries to put out
the blaze during her turn in
the Kids’ Firefighter Chal-
lenge Course; L-R: Terry
Tao & son Baldwin (5 1/2),
Kate Murrain & son Dexter
(4), and Cheryl Milia with
son Lorenzo (4) following
their ride in the Ladder
Truck Bucket; The vehicle
extrication demonstration
showed the Jaws of Life cut-
ting a car post; Twins Con-
ner and Landon Binning
(4) from Mt. Horeb and
their cousin Owen Ward (3)
from Madison, are wearing
special safety harnesses as
they prepare to enjoy a ride
in one of Middleton’s Fire
Engines; earing her Mid-
dleton firefighter hat, Liza
Rudman (3) enjoys her Su-
perman flavored ice cream
with her mom Michelle.

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Middleton Players
Theatre Presents
‘Legally Blonde’
MIDDLETON–Middleton
Players Theatre (MPT) will
present the ultra-empowering
pop musical “Legally Blonde,”
with music by Nell Benjamin
and Laurence O’Keefe, and
book by Heather Hach. Based
on the novel by Amanda
Brown and the Metro-Gold-
wyn-Mayer award winning
motion picture, this show will
play for four performances,
August 9-12 at the Middleton
Performing Arts Center.
“Legally Blonde” is a ro-
mantic comedy that features
an assortment of explosively
energetic songs and tells
the story of Elle Woods, the
blonde fashionista deter-
mined to win back her love
and show the world that she’s
more than a pretty face. This
story enacts timely themes
and catapults through them to
empower women struggling
to pursue their dreams. Audi-
ences will be rocking in their
seats to tunes like “Omigod
You Guys,” “Positive,” “So
Much Better,” “Whipped into
Shape,” “Bend and Snap,”
“Gay or European,” and “Le-
gally Blonde.”
Among the debuting cast
members MPT will welcome
Fiorella Fernandez, who plays
Elle Woods—the resourceful
and determined heroine who
charms her way into Harvard
Law School and battles stereo-
types and scandals in pursuit
of her dreams. Middleton also
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learn about its unique history,
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features and 20 different vege-
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Mel Pope will share the sto-
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and worked on the land.
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The Jimmys Take the Stage at Shop ‘n Blues
welcomes newcomer Carolyn
Levy as the wistful hairdresser
Paulette, Elle’s confidante on
her journey to embrace her
smarts. Tara Martino joins
the cast as Vivienne, the sassy
Harvard elite who challenges
Elle to prove she belongs.
John Beard plays Professor
Callahan, the demanding law
school professor skeptical of
Elle’s place in his classroom.
MPT welcomes back long-
time favorite Trevor Bass as
Emmett Forrest, Elle’s mentor
and cheerleader; Adam Marsh Michelle Phillips-Times Tribune
as Warner, Elle’s sleazy sen-
ator-sighted ex-boyfriend; The Downtown Middleton Business Association held it’s annual Shop ‘n Blues event on July 26 beginning with
and Candice Jones as Brooke sidewalk sales throughout the day and live blues in the evening. Photos, Above: Concert-goers were dancing in the
Wyndham, the fierce fitness in- street to The Jimmys; Below: The Jimmys took the stage at the corner of Parmenter and Elmwood Streets.
structor accused of murdering
her ex-husband.
The creative team for this
production includes Sara Bart-
lett (choreographer), Thomas
J. Kasdorf (director), Evan
Lange (music director), Kristin
Richgels (costume designer),
and Christopher Lechner (pro-
duction stage manager).
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11 at 7:30 p.m. and August 12
at 2:00 p.m. Reserved tickets
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Opinion
In Iowa, you go to the candi- I would have seen the gover- a feel for the political climate in caucus, or report election results

MICHELLE’S date website and you can easily

Musings
BY MICHELLE PHILLIPS
Where’s
Walker?
How does one reach the gov-
ernor in this state?
That is a question I have found
myself posing over the last cou-
ple of weeks as we have worked
on an election guide at News
Publishing. The guide is a sup-
plement to this week’s issue, and
features candidate responses to
a short questionnaire that I, and
four other editors, sent out to
candidates. I was assigned five
gubernatorial candidates, includ-
ing incumbent governor Scott
Walker.
Now, I have been covering
politics in the great state of Iowa,
home to the first presidential
caucus, and in Washington DC
for about 20ish years, and I have
never had this much trouble get-
ting information from someone
running for reelection, with the
exception of Hillary Clinton.
find campaign emails and phone
numbers. On Walker’s site field
info includes only an email. The
general campaign info email ap-
parently does not get answered
because I tried numerous times.
After Matt Geiger helped me
track down a number, I called
it, got a recording telling me that
Scott Walker was not available,
and it promptly hung up on me.
I found another email to a field
office, and got a response stating
the server did not allow access
for my email delivery. I even
tried social media, which has
been fruitful when reaching can-
didates when all else fails. Short
of storming the capitol or gover-
nor’s mansion, I was fresh out of
ideas for ways to connect with
the governor.
nor in my community more than
once in the weeks leading up to
a primary in Iowa. She would
have been, and was, out shaking
hands and kissing babies before
the Iowa primary in June. I have
not seen much campaigning from
Scott Walker. Maybe he doesn’t
know Robert Meyer is challeng-
ing him in the primary. Whatever
the reason, he doesn’t seemed too
concerned about holding his of-
fice.
My office was crawling with
politicians in every election in
Iowa. There are constantly town
hall events and you can liter-
ally meet any candidate at some
point. The governor’s office con-
tacted the media to try to push
their campaign info and set up in-
terviews, or sometimes just show
up in my office to say “hi” or get
my county and town.
The other difference I have no-
ticed between Iowa and Wiscon-
sin is that it is hard to find general
voter information through the
state online. The state has an
Elections Commission website,
but it is hard to navigate and if I
want to find my polling place in
Iowa I click on the county and it
shows them all. Here, you must
enter an address and it tells you a
specific polling place. Same with
the sample ballot. But what if I
want to know them all? Do I need
to make up addresses in every
community in Dane County?
Maybe I have been spoiled by
living in Iowa. Right off the bat
I realized moving to Wisconsin
would mean I would no longer
get to interview all of the pres-
idential candidates before the
for AP. No more lengthy calls
from Joe Biden or early morning
breakfast roundtables with Mitt
Romney. No parade of candi-
dates traipsing through my office
with the hope of a story.
I am a firm believer in gov-
ernment transparency. In fact,
my journalism law professor,
Herb Strentz, was instrumental
in getting Sunshine Laws passed
in Iowa, and always hammered
home the importance of open
government. It is not unreason-
able to ask a candidate to provide
plans for the future of Wiscon-
sin. Taxpayers need to know
and have a right to know how
their money is spent, and who is
spending it. That is why I have
diligently tried to get information
from the governor. I guess he
hasn’t gotten the memo.

Up Against the Wall: TIF Funds Explained so, that Middleton has removed typical developments to enable tionally obsolete including ex- opened and operating and didn’t the city use the revenue to either
BY TERRENCE WALL
hundreds of millions of dollars in the developer to build a building traordinary landfill costs, tenant need TIF to cover any extraordi- reduce the residential tax base or
GUEST COLUMN newly created tax base from TIDs that otherwise would not be feasi- relocation costs, and much more. nary costs and wasn’t at risk of use to improve Verona.
in advance of the TID expiration ble. There are two types of TIF in All these costs were specifically leaving. There was no financial The Kilkenny subdivision in
Most people don’t understand
date, thereby lowering the resi- this regard. due to developing in downtown burden or extraordinary costs to Waunakee is an example of TIF
Tax Incremental Financing–oth-
dential tax base by putting prop- City financed TIF is when Middleton as compared to an justify the use of TIF in the future abuse. The Kilkenny subdivision
erwise known as TIF, so I thought
erties back on the tax rolls early. the city uses the new taxes cre- open ‘greenfield’ site where none phases that Verona provided. was already open with homes
an explanation would help, in-
That’s right, while the city has ated (the new increment) from of these costs would be incurred. Now, I don’t mention the Epic built and three commercial busi-
cluding explaining the different
rarely promoted this fact, Mid- a proposed new development to A greenfield site is a site outside TIF to criticize Epic or Verona. nesses open and operating along
types of TIF and when TIF is
dleton has done the right thing provide a grant of funds to the de- of downtown, like a farm field, On the contrary, I am making Highway Q. There was no risk
used as a good tool and when it
and has pulled excess tax base velopment to cover extraordinary that has a much lower cost basis the point that because TIF was of the project not going forward.
is abused.
from successful TIDs, to benefit costs. The other type of TIF Mid- compared to downtown and used, even in the future phases And worse, when the TID was
First, I should probably men-
all taxpayers. And when a TID is dleton has been more aggressive therefore an extraordinary com- of Epic, the taxpayers have ben- created, the village took those
tion that Middleton has one of
closed, all that new tax base ben- with, and rightfully so, because petitive advantage. Middleton is efitted tremendously, as proven three commercial businesses off
the most successful TIDs (Tax
efits all taxpayers, the city and the it’s ‘developer financed TIF’ also burdened with poor soils, by the recent closure of the Epic the regular tax roll and put them
Increment Districts) in the state;
school district. There’s no ques- (also known as ‘pay-as-you-go’ which is an extraordinary cost TID, which has placed hundreds into the TID, thereby increasing
defined as the value ‘increment’
tion that the city has been able to TIF), which places all the risk on compared to other cities or towns of millions of dollars of tax base the taxes of all other properties,
that was created within the TID.
hold down the tax rate on single the developer. nearby. Additional TIF was also on the tax rolls that were not in particular single-family home-
TIF was used to help cover part of
family home owners as a result With developer TIF, the devel- granted to Middleton Center be- there before. So, while the future owners. Had they opened the TID
the cost prohibitive infrastructure
of TIF. oper has to obtain his/her own TIF cause of a mathematical error in phases of TIF may not have met before the commercial properties
for Greenway Center, such as the
If you question the truth about loan from a private bank, with the the original (developer) proforma the ‘but-for’ test, Verona made a were built or had they used devel-
storm water detention ponds, the
that statement, just look at Ve- new property taxes that the proj- and because the agreement was smart move by using TIF effec- oper financed TIF, it may have
large boulevard, and other im-
rona, where prior to Epic Systems ect itself generates going to pay for 100% of the increment to be tively to attract and retain a major been a different story, but they
provements. Likewise, TIF was
the city had little commercial tax back that bank loan. All of the made available. employer and to create tax base didn’t.
used to turn an industrial down-
base, higher taxes and was op- risk is on the developer. It’s the TIF can be abused though, and that is a huge, so huge in fact that So that’s the story on TIF.
town with a railyard, brickyard,
erating as a sleepy suburb. With developer’s money and it’s the two cases I can think of are Epic
lumberyard, and dilapidated and
declining old-world businesses
into new buildings with a much
the Epic TIF, the city attracted a
major commercial tax base that
developer’s taxes that are paying
back the developer loan.
and the Kilkenny subdivision in
Waunakee. In the case of Epic,
Letters
now with their first TID closing In the case of Middleton Cen- the first round of TIF was appro- 100% Community Renewable is Possible
higher tax base. In fact, TIF
is enabling the school district to ter, TIF was used to assist with, priate, in the sense of attracting Dear Editor:
turned Middleton from a subur-
build a massive new high school. but not cover 100% of, the mar- Epic to Verona, although quite Successful athletes try to visualize their play or shot being successful
ban bedroom community into
It’s “found money.” ginal additional cost of numerous honestly, Epic has a ton of cash before they swing, pull the trigger or make the play. This is a useful
a thriving real city with one of
So, what is TIF? It’s simple– extraordinary costs, including 400 and could afford to locate any- habit which builds sports success. Political leaders should do likewise
the highest ratios of commercial
once a TID is created, all future pilings going down 100 feet each where without the use of TIF, to foster community success.
property supporting the residen-
tax base in that district is placed (per phase), shoring of the roads and there were no extraordinary In the July 26 issue of the MTT, Mayor Brar opined that he “[did
tial tax base in the state, i.e. keep-
in a separate account that can be so that they didn’t fall into the costs like those you would incur not] think that community-wide renewable energy will be happening
ing taxes low for home owners.
used to pay for public improve- hole that was dug, reconstruction downtown; no pilings, no poor anytime in the foreseeable future.”
TIF in Middleton, and in Ve-
ments that the taxpayers would of public streets after construction soils, no public roads to rebuild, Mayor Brar is too pessimistic for several reasons:
rona, has been successful at cre-
otherwise have to pay for. The was completed, clean-up of envi- no contamination, etc. 1. Madison Gas and Electric Company (MGE), like other Wisconsin
ating tremendous new tax base utilities, is now rapidly increasing its use of renewable energy to diver-
TIF money can also be used to ronmentally contaminated soil, The second round of Epic TIF,
(office buildings, retail, indus- sity and reduce costs. Wind and solar energy now cost less than new
assist developers with covering demolition of the prior buildings however, was not really appropri-
trial, and multi-family), so much fossil energy facilities, and further large reductions in solar and battery
extraordinary costs not found in that were structurally and func- ate as the company was already
storage costs will occur in the next five to ten years.
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THURSDAY, AUGUST 2, 2018
Period Beer Celebrates
Rowley House’s 150th
BY MICHELLE PHILLIPS
Times-Tribune
MIDDLETON–City leaders,
community members and Row-
ley House volunteers toasted
to the debut of a new brew to
celebrate the Sesquicenten-
nial anniversary of the historic
home. Capital Brewery created
the Rowley Ale, in a style rem-
iniscent to beers of its time, and
samples were served at the invi-
tation only event.
Scott Wiener, president of
Capital Brewery told the crowd
of 25-30 people that when they
realized it was the Rowley
House’s 150th anniversary he
thought of beer, “I said, gee, I
think the brewery can do some-
thing to celebrate that.”
REZONING
number of surface parking stalls.
Paulsen said there could perhaps
be narrower stalls or a TIF in-
centive for bus passes.
“We are usually worried
MUSTARD
will be there to sign bottles of
Storman’ Sauce, winner of the
Gold Medal in the BBQ Sauce
category at the World-Wide
Mustard Competition.
New this year is a game
called “Please Pass the Mus-
tard” created by Levenson and
his wife, Patti. The game was
created mostly in Wisconsin
with the exception of the dice. It
was designed to be a fundraiser
for the museum and will make
its debut at the festival.
Also new is a plywood level
donation, which is just $25.
Levenson is compiling the do-
nors names on a plywood sand-
wich board, which he will be
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Wiener said he asked brew-
master Ashley Kinart-Short to
make the beer. She immediately
began brainstorming, “I thought,
‘What are some of the things
we used to do in breweries?’”
Kinart-Short said. “Wisconsin
was one of the first places to
bring yeast to the new world.”
Kinart-Short said she looked
at styles and ingredients, noting
that Wisconsin was once a hop
growing state. She settled on an
unfiltered barrel aged lager.
Jeff Martin of the Middleton
Area Historic Society (MAHS)
gave a brief history of the house
as a train rolled by blowing is
whistle, as if on cue. He told the
group that the house had been
built and owned by Middleton
doctor Neuman Rowley and was
about a developer not provid-
ing enough parking and here is
someone providing more than
enough parking, but I would be
nervous about approving TIF
wearing the day of the festival.
The event begins at 9:30 am
and goes until 4 p.m., and Lev-
enson said there are still vol-
unteer opportunities available.
Proceeds from game sales, as
well as donations and proceeds
from kids’ games and hot dogs,
will benefit the nonprofit Na-
tional Mustard Museum and the
Sauk Trails Optimist Club.
The City of Middleton wants
TIMES-TRIBUNE PAGE 5
Chamber Holds Ribbon Cuttings
passed down to two generations
of Rowley doctors.
Martin also reminded people
that the same year the house
was built, 1868, Ulysses S.
Grant was elected president,
Americans celebrated the first
Memorial Day, the 14th Amend-
ment was added to the constitu-
tion and Little Women had just
come out.
The small batch, specialty
beer will be available to the
public, along with a special pe-
riod style root beer, at Capital
Brewery on the evening of Au-
gust 4, when they will official
tap the kegs. A portion of the
proceeds from sales will benefit
the MAHS.
continued from page 1
that subsidizes more surface
parking,” Paulsen said.
The motion to defer passed
unanimously.
continued from page 1
to remind everyone of the street
closures during the event. Park-
ing will not be permitted on
Hubbard Avenue, both sides,
between Parmenter Street and Photos Submitted
the westerly property line of The Middleton Chamber of Commerce recently held ribbon cuttings for two local busi-
7438 Hubbard Avenue or Par- nesses. Photos, Above: Bishops Bay Country Club recently underwent a large renovation
menter Street, both sides, from of their clubhouse, they celebrated with a ribbon cutting. Below: Celerity Staffing Solu-
Elmwood Avenue to the south- tions had a ribbon cutting in their new office at 6255 University Avenue.
ern property line of 1818 Par-
menter Street.
s
Visit us online:
middletontimes.com pringdale Food &
Beverages
on site
8
Free to
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8, 20
g. 1
, Au
Sat.
Registration begins at 8 am
Car Show: 10 am-3 pm
Springdale Lutheran Church, 2752 Town Hall Rd, Mt. Horeb
Open to all classes of cars, motorcycles, trucks and tractors
Exhibitors fee $10 per vehicle
awards Categories
Pre-War Stock, Custom, Tractors,
Motorcycles, Pastor’s Choice, People’s
Choice and Best in Show
Proceeds committed to the Mt. Horeb Veterans Memorial
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PAGE 6
Students Learn About Trade Professions
During Inagural Construction Camp
MADISON–For 12 area
high school students–including
nine from the Middleton-Cross
Plains Area School District–the
2017-18 school year lasted one
week longer.
The students were part of the
inaugural Construction Camp.
The District collaborated with
J.H. Findorff & Son, a con-
struction firm based in Mad-
ison, to show students what
the construction trade program
is about and allowing them
to have hands-on experience
while learning about the trades
profession.
The students spent the first
day at Findorff’s headquarters
to learn about careers, safety,
building projects and account-
ing. Students learned of the var-
ious career opportunities in the
trades programs and the future
needs of industry.
During the week, students
went to General Heating and
Air Conditioning, learning
about the design process, sus-
tainability and technology in
design. Students worked with
sheet metal, learning how to
measure, lay out and fabricate
various projects. They went to
the Carpenters Training Center.
learning how to frame walls,
doors and windows, and also
learned how to work safely to
avoid injuries.
The International Brother-
hood of Electrical Workers
Training Center was one of the
stops the students made, learn-
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On the last day, they visited the
Findorff’s job site at McFarland
High School and Indian Mound
Middle School, where remodel-
ing and new building additions
are being constructed. Students
interacted with multiple trade
skilled trade workers, including
heavy equipment operators and
used a sledgehammer to safely
demolish an interior wall.
During the week, students
learned about youth appren-
ticeship programs available to
them. Students learned the con-
struction companies are hiring
people who want to enter the
trades industry. While students
are working, the employer will
pay the tuition for the students
to attend technical college part
time and work for the em-
ployer. Students in the trades
program will not have any stu-
dent loans and learn about an
industry that is in need of work-
ers in all trade areas including:
electricians, carpenters, sheet
metal workers, HVAC workers,
plumbers and heavy equipment
operators.
Glacier Creek technology ed-
ucation and engineering teacher
Matt Vande Sande worked with
officials from Findorff to make
the camp possible. He said
Findorff employees hammered
home the importance the con-
struction trades program has on
the local economy and oppor-
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Trolley Tour
Giveaway
Returns for
tunities available to students.
Working safely was also a top
with no corners cut and all
activities being measured,’’
about the many different and
unique opportunities available
Second Year
MIDDLETON– After bring-
priority, he said. Vande Sande said. “Students in the construction industry.’’ ing in thousands of entries and
“This was a well-run camp, were very impressed to learn becoming the Middleton Tour-
ism Commission’s (MTC) most
popular giveaway of 2017, the
Good Morning Trolley Tour
Giveaway is looping back for a
second year.
The grand prize package will
exclusive Middleton trolley tour,
but this time with a refreshing
final destination.
“Our lucky winners and their
friends will end their excursion
with a private tour and tasting at
Middleton’s own award-winning
Capital Brewery,” said Julie K.
Peterman, CMP, Middleton’s
Director of Tourism. “Capital has
been a cornerstone of this com-
munity for decades. We know
people will love the chance to
see behind-the-scenes and talk
with the good people there who
make it all happen.”
The MTC will choose two
winners, each of whom can bring
up to three friends on the trolley
tour of Middleton, to be held
Photos Submitted in the spring of 2019. The trol-
ley, reserved exclusively for the
winners’ crews, will pick them
up following a relaxing night’s
stay at the Hilton Garden Inn
Madison West/Middleton or the
Courtyard Madison West/Mid-
dleton and head to Club Tavern
for a round of Bloody Marys to
start the day. Afterwards, they’ll
hop back on for a brunch stop at
Sofra Family Bistro, then on to
Capital Brewery.
To enter, like of the Visit Mid-
dleton Facebook page between
now and August 31 or visit mid-
dleton.com for your chance to
win.
“Our trolley really sets Mid-
dleton apart from the other com-
munities in the area,” Peterman
said. “We knew it was important
to give visitors a hassle-free way
to explore the city, and the trolley
does just that. All you have to do
is pick a spot to shop or eat, hop
on and sit back and relax. Turn
off the GPS, don’t worry about
where to park. Just have fun!”
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Blood Shortage Continues, Type O Needed Naturally Speaking: Hazelnuts
DANE COUNTY– Thou- Blood Services Region. “We Together.)
sands of people have responded
to the emergency call for blood
and platelet donations issued
by the American Red Cross in
early July. Still, there continues
to be an emergency need for
donors of all blood types, espe-
cially type O, to give now to ad-
dress a severe blood shortage.
Red Cross blood donations
are being distributed to hospi-
tals faster than they are coming
in, and right now there is less
than a five-day blood supply on
hand. The Red Cross strives to
keep a five-day supply of blood
to meet the needs of patients
and to be prepared for emer-
gencies that require significant
volumes of donated blood prod-
ucts.
“Patients don’t get a summer
break from the need for lifesav-
ing treatments, so it is critical
that hospitals have access to
blood products each and every
day,” said Laura McGuire, ex-
ternal communications man-
ager of the Badger-Hawkeye
Recipe
BY MICHELLE PHILLIPS
Cauliflower
Cauliflower is a delicious
and versatile summer vegeta-
ble and delicious just steamed
or with cheese sauce. Here are
some new and delicious reci-
pes to help you enjoy cauli-
flower.
Cauliflower Millet Casserole
1 1/3 c. millet
2 1/4 c. water
2 T. olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 lb. mushrooms, sliced
1 large head of cauliflower, cut
in one-inch pieces
5 garlic cloves, minced or
pressed
3 T. fresh basil, finely chopped
3 T. lemon juice
2 c. Gruyere, shredded
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
Smoked paprika
Oil for baking dish
Preheat oven to 350º.
Grease a 9 x 13 baking dish.
Place the water and millet
in a small pan, bring to a boil,
cover and simmer until tender,
about 15-20 minutes. Transfer
to a bowl and fluff with a fork
to let out steam.
In a skillet, heat the olive
oil over medium heat and add
onion mushrooms, salt and
pepper, saute for about 5 min-
utes. Add cauliflower and gar-
lic and cook 10 minutes more,
stirring occasionally. Mix in
lemon juice.
Mix the vegetables and mil-
let together. Stir in 1 cup of
cheese. Spread the mixture in
the baking dish, top with re-
maining cheese and sprinkle
with paprika. Bake for 30-40
minutes, until the cheese is
browned.
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sincerely appreciate those who
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There is a particular need
for type O blood, which plays
an important role in ongoing
patient care and emergencies.
Type O positive is the most
transfused blood type and can
be given to patients with any
Rh-positive blood type. Type O
negative is the universal blood
type and can be given to any
patient. It’s what emergency
room personnel reach for when
there is no time to determine
the blood type of patients in the
most serious situations.
In thanks, all those who come
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Serves 6-8.
Garlic & White Cheddar
Mashed Cauliflower
8 c. cauliflower, cut in bites
sized pieces
6 cloves of garlic, minced or
pressed
1/3 c. milk
1 T. olive oil
1 T. butter
1/2 c. white Cheddar, shredded
1/2 tsp. white pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
Chives, snipped (optional)
Bring water in steamer pan
to a boil and place cauliflower
in the pan. Steam until tender,
about 15-20 minutes.
Place the cooked cauliflower
in the food processor with the
garlic, milk, butter and oil
and process until smooth and
creamy. Mix in the salt, pepper
and shredded cheese.
Transfer to a serving bowl
and garnish with snipped
chives.
Serves 4-6.
Cauliflower Pizza Crust
1 medium head of cauliflower
1 egg
1/2 c. mozzarella, shredded
1/4 c. Parmesan, shredded
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Drives:
• Cross Plains on August 2 from
1-6 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier
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• Fitchburg on August 9 from
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• Verona on August 18 from
8 a.m.-12 p.m. at Sugar River
United Methodist Church, 415
W. Verona Avenue.
• Waunakee on August 24 from
12-5 p.m. at First Presbyterian
Church, 5763 CR Q
• Madison, most days at vary-
ing times at the Madison West
Blood Donation Center, 4860
Sheboygan Avenue.
1/4 c. Romano, shredded
4 garlic cloves, minced or
pressed
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. dried basil
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
Preheat oven to 425º
Cut cauliflower into bite
sized pieces and food process
in batches, pulsing the cauli-
flower until it is about the size
of grains of rice.
Microwave the cauliflower
on high for 5 minutes. Let cool
for 15 minutes.
Place the cooked cauliflower
in a dish towel, wine bag, or
cheese cloth, and squeeze out
all of the moisture. This is ex-
tremely important.
Put the cauliflower in a me-
dium bowl and add cheese, egg
and spices. Stir the mixture to-
gether to form a dough.
Form a circular shape on
a baking sheet covered in
parchment paper, about 1/4
of an inch thick and 10 inches
across. Be sure to use parch-
ment paper to prevent sticking.
Bake for about 20 minutes
or until crust starts to turn
golden.
Remove and top with pizza
sauce, your favorite toppings
and mozzarella cheese. Bake
10-12 minutes more until
cheese is bubbly and slightly
browned.
Serves 2-3.
Photo Submitted
Hazelnut, this nut’s other common name, is one
BY JERRY DAVIS
of the first forms of hard mast to mature, bringing
DANE COUNTY–As good as American fil- in squirrels who have been waiting impatiently
berts are, chances of getting sticky fingers from the for other nuts, including hickory nuts, walnuts and
plant’s glandular hairs is often unlikely because of acorns.
squirrels and a few other rodents. Pollination of the shrub is an April event and Au-
Each nut (fruit) is surrounded by several husks, gust the beginning of fruit maturation.
an involucre. These husks and nut shells are dropped Because the nuts are less than half the size of com-
below the shrub before human nut pickers would mercial filberts, making an effort to beat the gray
imagine the fruits are firm. Squirrels have already and fox squirrels to the hazelnut shrub sometimes
done a job on the filbert fruits. just doesn’t seem worth the effort.
Low Stress Bicycle Route CHURCH NOTES
Finder Now Available
Middleton Community Church
DANE COUNTY–The Low Stress Bicycle Route Finder, a Connecting Faith and Life
645 Schewe Road, 2 mi. West
new bicycle route mapping tool developed by the Madison Area of Beltline on Old Sauk Road
Transportation Planning Board (MATPB), is now available on the For information on events, visit:
MATPB website. The tool assists bicyclists in identifying comfort- www.middletonucc.org
able riding routes in urban cities and villages in Dane County.
Routes considered low stress are generally comfortable for people
Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.
St. Mary's Catholic Church
concerned about riding in close proximity to heavy and, or, high- 3673 Co. Hwy. P
speed traffic. The rating system used to determine the stress level of Pine Bluff
streets for bicyclists takes into account traffic speeds and volumes, 608-798-2111
number of travel lanes, bicycle or bicycle/parking lane dimensions,
Father Richard Heilman
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and intersection configuration. Multi-use paths receive the lowest Saturday: 8:00am & 4:00pm
stress level, LTS 1. Sunday 7:30am (TLM) &
The routing application provides recommended bicycling route 9:15am
directions between an origin and destination using three different Tuesday: 5:30pm
routing settings:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
7:30am
1. Use of exclusively low-stress routes, LTS 1 or 2
2. Use of low- and moderate-stress routes, LTS 1-3, but with low- Gateway Community Church
stress preferred Pastor Paul Lundgren
3510 High Road, Middleton
3. Use of any legal bicycling route, LTS 1-4, but with low- and mod- www.gatewayofmiddleton.com
erate-stress routes preferred. Sunday Coffee 9:30am
The Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress rating system is designed for Worship/Nursery/Sunday
use on urban streets. Many rural roads are rated as highest stress due School 10am
to 45+ mph speed limits even though traffic volumes are very low. Hope Class 11:30am
To use the route finder, visit madisonareampo.org. and go to Maps St. Martin's Lutheran Church
& GIS > On-line Mapping then click on Low-Stress Bike Route 2427 Church St. Cross Plains
Finder. For information on the relative suitability of rural roadways Sunday Worship 9 a.m.
for adult bicyclists, please see the Dane County Bicycle Map. www.stmartinscp.org
SCHOOL SUPPLY
DRIVE
Benefitting Middleton Outreach Ministries
Sponsored by:
(MOM) Back to School Program
The following items are urgently needed:
• XL High School Size Backpacks
• 3-Ring Binders (1 or 1.5 in. only)
• 3-Ring Binder Dividers Help stude
nts in
• Rulers our schoo
l district
• Small Pointed Scissors start the y
ear out
• Liquid Glue and Glue Sticks right!
• 3x5 Ruled Index Cards
• Pocket Folders (solid colors, plastic)
• Spiral Notebooks – College & Wide Ruled (solid colors only)
• Loose Leaf Paper – Wide & College Ruled
• Composition Notebooks
• Graph Paper
• Compasses and Protractors
• Pencil Cases and Pencil Pouches
• Colored Pencils
• Colored Markers – Wide & Thin, and Highlighters
• Watercolor Paints
Please drop off new supplies to one of the following locations:
Middleton Outreach Ministries, 3502 Parmenter Street, Middleton
Middleton Chamber, 7427 Elmwood Avenue, Middleton
Rosemary Garfoot Public Library, 2107 Julius Street, Cross Plains
News Publishing Company, 1126 Mills Street, Black Earth
If you prefer to make a monetary donation, please make checks
payable to Middleton Outreach Ministries.
• • • Donation Deadline is Wednesday, August 15 • • •
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Cross Plains Wondermakers Complete Dane County Fair Results

Jennifer Barbian
Blue Ribbons: Animal &
Veterinary Science: Model
Horse/Harness-Adv; Model
Horse/Natural Trail-Adv; Model
Horse/RRH-West-Engl-Adult-
Adv; Model Horse/Working
Police Horse-Adv; Model Horse
/ Working-Stock Horse-Adv.
Cultural Arts: Drawing/Ball
point pen; Drawing/Colored
pencils (Yellow Merit Award);
Drawing/Felt tip pen; Drawing
/ Graphite pencils only; (Yellow
Merit Award); Drawing/Scratch
board drawing; Leathercraft De-
sign/Flat surface no stitching;
Painting/Acrylics; Painting/Any
other painting incl. kit; Painting
/ Watercolor. Flowers & House
Plants: Growing Flowers/Day
Lily Hemerocallis gr 9+; Grow-
ing Flowers/Rose 1 bloom gr9+;
Plant Crafts/Potpourri gr9+.
Home Environment/Grades 9+,
Home Environment Project/
Flower Arrgemt-artific flowers.
Red Ribbons: Animal &
Veterinary Science: Model
Horse/Homemade Tack-Adv;
Model Horse/Hunter Under Sad-
dle-Adv. Cultural Arts: Painting/
Oil or alkyd. Flowers & House
Plants: Growing Flowers/Any
other perennial gr9+
Nicole Barbian
Blue Ribbons: Photogra-
phy, Grades 9+: Enlargement
8”x10”/8x10 enlargement-color;
Multiple Photos/3 close-up
with lens color (Yellow Merit
Award); Multiple Photos / 3
landscape. Cultural Arts: De-
sign/Other tie dyeing; Drawing/
Calligraphy, hand lettering;
Drawing/Scratch board draw-
ing (State Fair Exhibit); Fiber
Art/Any other fiber incl. kit;
Leathercraft Design/Flat sur-
face no stitching (Purple Cham-
pion Award); Painting/Acrylics
(Lavender Reserve Champion
Award); Painting/Watercolor;
Print Making, Scrapbooking,
Stamping/Stamped birthday
cards (3; Home Environment,
Grades 9+: Home Environment
Project/Flower Arrgemt-artific
flowers); Home Environment
Project / Room Accessory.
Red Ribbons: Photogra-
phy, Grades 9+: Enlargement
8”x10”/8x10 enlargement b&w.
Flowers & House Plants: Plant
Crafts/Any other dried flowers
gr9+.
Tayla Gattenby
Blue Ribbons: Dairy Cattle:
Registered Holstein / Spring Yrlg
Hfr. Foods & Nutrition: Cake
Decorating/Decorated cookies
gr7+; Cake Decorating/Deco-
rated cupcakes Gr 7+; Cake Dec-
orating/Holiday, Special cake Gr
7+; Foods 2 - Baked Goods &
Candy/Drop cookies of choice.
Red Ribbon: Dairy Cattle:
Showmanship-Dairy / Exhibitors
grade 10-11.
Ellis Goeden
Red Ribbons: Shooting
Sports: Archery 3-D/Inter Bare-
bow Age 12-14; Wildlife Ecol-
ogy Knowledge Challenge/Inter.
12-14 Knowledge.
White Ribbon: Shooting
Sports: Archery Indoor Spots/
Inter. Barebow Age 12-14.
Emery Goeden
Blue Ribbons: Shooting
Sports:.22 Pistol Shoot/Senior
(age 15-19) .22 Pistol (Lavender
Reserve Champion Award); .22
Rifle Shoot/Sr .22 Hunt Rifle
(age 15-19) (Lavender Reserve
Champion Award); Archery
Indoor Spots/Sr Archery 15-19
Bowhunter; Shotgun Shoot/Adv.
Trap 17-19 Shotgun Shoot (Pur-
ple Champion Award); Wildlife
Ecology Knowledge Challenge/
Senior 15-19 Knowledge.
White Ribbon: Shooting
Sports: Archery 3-D / Sr Archery
15-19 Bowhunter.
James Griswold
Blue Ribbons: Beef: Cross-
bred/Summer Yrlg. Hfr (Laven-
der Reserve Champion Award);
Low Percentage Animals / Cow
2 yr. old w. calf born Jan. 1;
Market Beef/Angus market steer
(Best Rate of Gain Steer); Show-
manship-Beef / Grades 11+.
Red Ribbon: Beef: Pair of
Calves/Pair of steers.
White Ribbon: Beef: Market
Beef/Low Percentage Market
Steer-all breeds.
Lindsey Held
Blue Ribbons: Horse & Pony:
English & Western Dressage/
Dressage Training Level-Test 1;
Western Pony & Horse Horse-
manship/Horsemanship-West
Horse Gr 12-13; Western Pony
& Horse Pleasure/Pleasure-West
Horse Gr 12-13 (Purple Cham-
pion Award); Western Ranch-
manship-Musical Freestyle-Drill
Team/Musical Freestyle Drill
Team (Purple Champion Award);
Hunt Pony & Horse Equitation/
Equitation-Hunt Horse Gr 12-13;
Hunt Pony & Horse Showman-
ship/Showmanship-Hunt Horse
Gr 12-13; Saddle Seat Equita-
tion/Equitation-Saddle Seat Hrs
Gr10-13 (Lavender Reserve
Champion Award).
White Ribbons: Horse &
Pony: Hunt Pony & Horse Plea-
sure/Pleasure-Hunt Horse Gr
12-13.
Emma Hinz
Blue Ribbon: Photography,
Grades 9+, Multiple Photos/3
best photos.
Red Ribbons: Horse & Pony:
Western Showmanship Show-
manship-West Horse Gr 11.
Photography, Grades 9+: Multi-
ple Photos/3 b&w any other sub-
ject; Multiple Photos/3 nature;
Multiple Photos / 3 photos of
animals-color.
Pink Ribbons: Horse &
Pony: English & Western Dres-
sage/Dressage Introductory -Test
B; Western Pony & Horse Plea-
sure / Pleasure-West Horse Gr
11. Photography, Grades 9+: En-
largement 8”x10”/8x10 enlarge-
ment-color.
Nicholas Hinz
Blue Ribbon: Woodworking,
Grades 9+; Woodworking/Arti-
cle for use in home.
Red Ribbon: Woodworking,
Grades 9+; Woodworking/Arti-
cle made in school.
Emily Kaidenberg
Blue Ribbons: Horse &
Pony: English & Western Dres-
sage/Dressage 1st Level 1 Test
1-3 (Purple Champion Award);
Hunt Pony & Horse Equitation/
Equitation-Hunt Horse Gr 12-13;
Hunt Pony & Horse Pleasure/
Pleasure-Hunt Horse Gr 12-13;
Western Pony & Horse Horse-
manship/Horsemanship-West
Horse Gr 12-13 (Purple Cham-
pion Award); Western Ranch-
manship-Musical Freestyle-Drill
Team/Musical Freestyle Drill
Team (Purple Champion
Award).
Red Ribbon: Horse & Pony:
Western Pony & Horse Pleasure/
Pleasure-West Horse Gr 12-13.
Samuel Larsen: Woodworking,
Grades 9+; Woodworking/Arti-
cle for use in home Purple Cham-
pion Award).
Kendra Maier
Blue Ribbons: Photography,
Grades 6-8; Multiple Photos/3
best photos; Rabbits: Commer-
cial Breeds/Jr Doe Satins (Laven-
der Reserve Champion). Animal
& Veterinary Science: Cavies
(Guinea Pigs)/Sr. boar American
(Lavender Reserve Champion
Award); Showmanship-Cavy/
Showmanship 6-8 (Lavender
Reserve Champion Award).
Red Ribbons: Photogra-
phy, Grades 6-8: Enlargement
8”x10”/8x10 enlargement color;
Multiple Photos/3 photo of an-
imals b&w; Multiple Photos/3
photos animals. Rabbits: Show-
manship-Rabbits/Showmanship
Grade 7-8.
Pink Ribbon:Horse &
Pony:Western Showmanship/
Showmnsp-West Horse Gr 7.
Animal & Veterinary Science:-
Cavies (Guinea Pigs)/Sr. sow
American.
Cassie Meister
Blue Ribbon: Communica-
tions, Demonstrations & Presen-
tations: Theater Arts/Set design,
script & lists Beg.
Grace Zimmerman: Blue Rib-
bons: Horse & Pony: English
& Western Dressage/Dressage
Introductory -Test B (Lavender
Reserve Champion Award);
Western Pony & Horse Pleasure/
Pleasure-West Horse Gr 7; Hunt
Pony & Horse Equitation/Equi-
tation-Hunt Horse Gr 7 (Purple
Champion Award); Hunt Pony
& Horse Equitation / Equita-
tion-Hunt Horse W, T Gr 3-7
(Purple Champion Award); Hunt
Pony & Horse Pleasure/Plea-
sure-Hunt Horse Gr 7 (Purple
Champion Award); Hunt Pony
& Horse Pleasure/Pleasure-Hunt
Horse W, T Gr 3-7 (Purple
Champion Award). Photogra-
phy, Grades 6-8; Multiple Pho-
tos/3 Wisconsin color; Multiple
Photos / 4 seasonal photos-color.
Red Ribbons: Horse & Pony:
Western Pony & Horse Horse-
manship/Horsemanship-West
Horse Gr 7 (Lavender Reserve
Champion); Western Ranch-
manship-Musical Freestyle-Drill
Team/Western Musical Free-
style. Cultural Arts: Drawing/
Graphite pencils only. Photogra-
phy, Grades 6-8; Multiple Pho-
tos/3 photos animals.
White Ribbon: Photography,
Grades 6-8; Multiple Photos/3
photo of animals b&w.
Pink Ribbon: Photography,
Grades 6-8; Multiple Photos/3
vacation, holiday, occasion.
Nathaniel Zimmerman
Blue Ribbon: Shooting
Sports: Air Rifle Shoot/Jr 8-11
Plinker.
White Ribbon: Shooting
Sports: Archery Indoor Spots/Jr.
Archery 3rd-11 Bowhunter

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August 14, 2018 Fall Primary Election Overview
Editor’s note: This election overview was a group proj-
ect by the editors of News Publishing Company. We made
every effort to gather information on candidates and have
included all of those that responded to our questionnaire.
Gubernatorial Race
Name: Robert Meyer (R)
Why are you running for public office?
The incumbent doesn’t have an econom-
ic plan for growing the economy in a way
that will mediate the structural economic
challenges of rural and urban poverty, and
I don’t believe fiscally conservative vot-
ers will vote for a tax and spend liberal
Democrat. None of the candidates are talk-
ing about establishing ambitious goals for where we can be four years
from now. Our next governor needs to be someone who knows how to
provide these and other essential elements of leadership.
What top three issues are most important to you?
Growing the economy: WI is $1B behind in education and infra-
structure investments and we may be heading into a recession. What
to do: leadership. WI has the potential to become the leading tech state
in the Midwest; we need to build out our I94 corridor; and we should
work together to become the leading producer of hemp again. These
are several examples of how we need to work together to accomplish
ambitious goals.
Our education outcomes are bottom quartile nationally and leader-
ship doesn’t have a plan for addressing this challenge. Our mean aver-
age 4th grade African American students’ reading scores are 1.7 grade
levels behind their AL and MS counterparts. One simple solution: go
to AL and MS, find the superintendents in the districts that are outper-
forming MPS, MMSD and RUSD by almost two years (!) at 4th grade
and POACH them. Just like we would do if it was football. In other
words, we have to have high standards and expectations for our largest
school districts.
The Republican faction currently in power is sacrificing our air and
water quality which is antithetical to any notion of conservatism. We
should never compromise the existing environmental laws (e.g. Clean
Water Act) especially when we get nothing in return (in the form of
corporate taxes). Our environment is our state’s calling card. We are
a tourism state. Polluting our environment is irrational economically.
Instead, we should be setting ambitious goals in renewable energy and
technology development.
What experience do you bring to the table?
I spent my childhood in a tiny farm community in Eastern Iowa and
I have worked on a farm, in a factory and in the trades. I also have 30
years of business development experience working in the manufactur-
ing, environmental engineering and software industries.
Personal information: I live in Sun Prairie. I have Music Education
BA and MBA degrees from the University of Iowa.
Name: Mike McCabe (D)
Why are you running for public office?
Our government is being comman-
deered and our democracy is being suf-
focated by a wealthy, well connected and
privileged few. Working to reverse the
damage done by these forces has been my
life’s work as an independent watchdog
and clean government reformer, and why I am running for governor.
Getting our government to work for all of us and not just those at the
top will be my focus once elected.
What top three issues are most important to you?
1) Restoring Wisconsin’s lost reputation as a beacon of clean, open
and honest government;
2) Replacing trickle-down economics with what I call geyser eco-
nomics that makes economic prosperity gush up by empowering work-
ing people with living wages, access to affordable health care, debt-free
education and job training, and high-speed Internet everywhere in our
state. At a time when no state in America has seen its middle class
shrink more than Wisconsin so far in the 21st Century, our state’s goal
should be to erase the phrase “working poor” from our vocabulary. If
you work, you belong in the middle class.
3) Developing a clean energy economy for Wisconsin and making
our state the first in the nation to be fully powered by renewable energy.
We are trailing badly in this race, but if Wisconsin reaches the Midwest
average for producing clean energy jobs, that would result in 30,000
more people being employed in that sector of our economy.
What experience do you bring to the table?
Thirty-five years examining how government works, following the
money and striving to get regular people a voice have given me not
only a deep knowledge of the inner workings of government but also a
deep understanding of the strings attached to the huge donations going
to elected officials and how that corrupts government decision mak-
ing. I stand alone among the candidates in refusing to take these legal
bribes.
Personal information: I am from rural Clark County and was raised
on a dairy farm, getting my start in life working the land and milking
cows with my family. I now live on the north side of Madison. I am a
graduate of the UW-Madison School of Journalism.
Name: Kathleen Vinehout (D)
\Why are you running for public office?
My vision for tomorrow is very different
from where the state is today. I am running
to change the state’s priorities. I am running
to put people first, at the center of state poli-
cy, and the top priority when spending state
dollars. This means funding our schools,
fixing health care, repairing our roads,
creating alternatives to incarceration, free
tuition at our tech colleges, increasing aids
All of the answers have been minimally edited. All we
asked of the cadidates was to not bash their opponent(s).
Those who were running unopposed were not included in
this guide.
Vinehout, continued
to local governments , supporting community based mental health and
addiction programs, rather than giving cash payments and tax breaks
to large corporations.
What top three issues are most important to you?
Education-giving every child access to a great education regardless
of where they live; funding a new formula for K-12 that relies less on
property taxes; a formula that is based instead on students’ needs, a
formula that recognizes not all school districts have the same costs.;
restoring the UW cuts; restoring collective bargaining for educators
and professors.
Health Care-making high quality health care affordable and avail-
able to all; taking the Medicaid expansion money; expanding services
for mental health and addiction; creating a state- based marketplace;
offering BadgerCare as an option on this marketplace. Lowering health
costs by using the powers of the state to better oversee health plans.
Economy-putting money in people’s pocket; raising wages; pass-
ing a living minimum wage; putting workers first by protecting worker
safety; holding companies that take state money accountable for deliv-
ering the jobs they’ve promised; creating good paying jobs; free tuition
for tech & two year UW colleges so worry of money is never a bar-
rier to getting an education and a good paying job. Making sure every
worker is able to be a part of a union with real bargaining power.
What experience do you bring to the table?
I came to politics later in life than most. In my 30s I was a college
professor and taught health care policy, administration, and state pro-
gram evaluation. In my 40s I started my own dairy farm and for 10
years was up before dawn every day to milk our 50 cows in our red
tie-stall barn. In my 50s I was elected three times to the state Senate.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel called the health bills I passed, “the
most extensive in a decade.” On giving me their legislator of the year
award, the state school administrators said, “No state legislator had a
greater positive impact on Wisconsin schools than Kathleen Vinehout.
Personal information: I live with my husband, Douglas, on a farm
outside of Alma, in Buffalo County. I have a Masters of Public Health
and a PhD in Health Services Research from St. Louis University. Also
an Associate Degree in agriculture and a Bachelor’s of Science in edu-
cation.
Name: Mahlon Mitchell (D)
Why are you running for public office?
For the past 20+ years, I’ve been a fire-
fighter in the city of Madison and currently
am a Lieutenant at Station 1 downtown.
When I take off my turnout gear, I serve as
the President of the Professional Firefight-
ers of Wisconsin, where I work on behalf of
working people to ensure they have fair hours, wages and good work-
ing conditions.
Being a firefighter, we help those in need. On many occasions we
respond to our community on the worst days of their lives. And when
people are at their worst, we have to be at our best. That’s what we
should expect from our state government. I am running for governor
because politics of division have caused suffering across our state. I
want to rebuild a Wisconsin that manifests generational change and
will ensure all Wisconsinites no matter location will have the freedom
to thrive.
What top three issues are most important to you?
My top priorities are wages, education, and criminal justice re-
form. Going in the right direction on these key issues will make an
unmatched generational impact on our state. We need to bring the
voice of working people back to the table and have everyone heard
on the issues and legislation that impacts them. The era of ignoring the
concerns of people across this state in favor of corporate interests will
come to an end. As governor, my administration will work together
to restore Wisconsin’s progressive traditions and ensure that everyone
has a family-sustaining job, access to affordable healthcare, quality
public education and living in a society that is fair, just and allows for
all men and women in our state to climb the ladder of opportunity.
What experience do you bring to the table?
As president of a union that represents the mythical Obama/Trump
voter, I’ve also had to work in a bipartisan way to push forth legislation
the protects the lives and families of firefighters. We do ourselves a dis-
service when we seek to divide and conquer - that has been the Walker
strategy and governance and it’s left our state with in chaos. People,
places and industries are struggling with exception of those at the
top. While I’m on the trail, I pledge to be progressive, pragmatic and
productive. I am a proud progressive Democrat but I know that I will
likely have to work with a Republican legislature and it will require
me to be pragmatic. We will be an administration that centers around
constructive compromise instead of constant conflict - but doing so we
can ensure that we are productive.
As Wisconsin’s first black governor, I will see myself as having a
unique opportunity to speak to the issues that matter to working people
and disadvantaged groups. I want to use my position to build political
power and raise everybody up, creating opportunity, social justice, and
economic prosperity.
We tackle the problems of our state when we find ways for all to
have the freedom to thrive - that means finding common ground when
we can but stand our ground when we must.
Personal information: I was born in Milwaukee and raised in Dela-
van, Wisconsin. I now live with my wife, April and two children,
Sie’anna and Karson in Fitchburg. I have a BA in Public Administra-
tion from Mount Senario College and an honorary doctorate from Na-
tional Labor College.
You may only vote for one party when voting in a prima-
ry, so it your first vote is for a Democrat, all of your votes
must be Democrats otherwise. Please note that the senate
candidates’ profiles will appear in your normal paper.
Name: Kelda Helen Roys (D)
Why are you running for public office?
I’m running for governor of Wisconsin
to make Wisconsin the best place to raise
a family and the best place to grow a busi-
ness. I have a proven track record turning
big ideas into real results for Wisconsin
families. Wisconsin can be a place of op-
portunity and fairness again. As governor,
I will invest in public education, expand healthcare access, increase
wages and economic opportunity, and fix our crumbling roads and
infrastructure. Our positive vision for Wisconsin’s future is energizing
voters across the state–people are ready to turn the page on the nega-
tivity and division of the past eight years. Our campaign is building
a movement to change Wisconsin and restore our state as a leader in
public education, healthcare, conservation, and economic opportunity.
What top three issues are most important to you?
My top three issues are expanding access to health care, restoring
our public education system, and building an economy that puts mon-
ey back in the pockets of hardworking Wisconsinites.
Healthcare is a right – not a privilege. Far too many people struggle
to afford the treatment, services, and medication they need. Wiscon-
sinites deserve better. As governor, my first act will be to accept federal
funding to expand Medicaid in Wisconsin. I’ll also make Badgercare a
public option and available to all, reduce the cost of prescription medi-
cation by increasing transparency and accountability in pharmaceuti-
cal corporations, and stand up for a woman’s right to choose, which is
under threat from President Trump. I won’t rest until every single Wis-
consinite has access to quality affordable, comprehensive healthcare.
Together, we will create a pathway to success for our children from
birth to college by making high-quality early childhood education
available to every family, reinvesting in our K-12 public schools, and
making higher education a real option for everyone through making
two-year colleges tuition free. We must also address the student loan
debt crisis that affects nearly a million borrowers in our state - student
borrowers should be able to refinance their educational debt the same
way we can refinance a home or car loan. Wisconsin used to be the
education state, and we can have the best schools in the nation once
again. As governor, I will reinvest in education at all levels so that
every child in Wisconsin has the opportunity to learn and succeed.
I’m running to put money back in the pockets of working families
by finally raising wages and investing in small businesses throughout
Wisconsin. I will also repair Wisconsin’s roads and bridges and re-
store the right of workers to collectively bargain for their wages and
benefits. It’s time we build an economy that works for everyone - not
just the billionaires - and that will ensure our state’s future prosperity.
That’s why I will pass a universal paid family and medical leave pro-
gram available to all workers and make it possible for any worker or
business to buy into a great, financially secure public pension system.
We deserve a governor who works puts our families first, ahead of his
own political ambition. As governor, I will work tirelessly to ensure
that workers in Wisconsin have the resources they need to succeed and
provide for their families.
What experience do you bring to the table?
I’m a proud progressive, a born-and-raised Badger, and a former
legislative leader with a track record of turning big ideas into real re-
sults. As the executive director of NARAL Pro-Choice Wisconsin, we
passed the first pro-choice law in decades through an anti-choice, Re-
publican-led Assembly. As a state legislator, I helped expand Badger-
Care to over 80,000 Wisconsinites. As a law student in the Innocence
Project, I worked with conservatives to pass criminal justice reforms
and prevent wrongful convictions. I don’t just talk about progress–
I’ve made real change in tough, divided political environments. I’m
also a small business owner and entrepreneur. I don’t just talk about
economic growth–I’ve built a company from the ground up that now
covers 41 counties. As the mom and stepmom of four girls, the future
of our state is personal to me. We need to make sure every child in our
state can thrive.
Personal information: I was born in Marshfield. As a young child,
our family lived in outside of Medford, in rural Taylor County, and
in Rice Lake. We later moved to Madison, where I live now with my
husband, our two daughters, and my two stepdaughters. I have deep
family connections throughout this beautiful state, and I know we can
help our whole state succeed when we elect a new governor. Educa-
tion: JD magna cum laude, University of Wisconsin; BA magna cum
laude, New York University.
Name: Tony Evers (D)
Why are you running for public office?
I’ve lived in Wisconsin my whole life,
but I’ve had more than a few moments in
the last eight years where I’ve said aloud,
“This is not the Wisconsin I love.” After
I won my third election for State Superin-
tendent with over 70% of the vote, I finally
said “Well maybe I’m the one who can help fix it.” I believe that we are
stronger when we look out for each other. I also believe that what’s best
for our kids is what’s best for our state and our democracy. I know that
as Governor, there is so much more I can do to help build a stronger
and brighter future for Wisconsin.
I’ve been elected State Superintendent three times by a coalition of
Democrats, Independents, and Republicans because I know how to
treat my political opponents with respect without sacrificing my pro-
gressive values. I’ve worked across party lines to get things done for
our kids. As governor, I will use these skills to end the divisiveness
that has consumed our state. I’ll be focused on solving problems, not
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picking political fights.
What top three issues are most important to you?
Education: I believe that what is best for our kids is best for our state.
Since 2011, over 1+ million Wisconsinites have voted to increase
their own taxes to pay for their public schools, because Scott Walker
failed to adequately fund them. Not only are your taxes going up, but
because of the cuts our kids are missing out on critical opportunities
due to school closures, staff lay-offs, limited courses and outdated fa-
cilities and materials.
I will make the strongest investment in early childhood education
of any Governor in Wisconsin’s history. It’s simply unacceptable that
Wisconsin’s poorest and most impoverished zip code does not have
one high quality early childhood facility. I’ll fully fund our schools and
I can do it on day one with my Fair Funding for our Future plan. It’s
been endorsed by educators and school boards across Wisconsin and it
ensures that every kid who needs an extra lift, gets an extra lift. Had my
plan been enacted back at the beginning of Governor Walker’s admin-
istration, our public schools would have an additional $1600/student.
Finally, we must make stronger investments in higher education. Gov.
Walker has cut more from UW than any other Governor in Wiscon-
sin history and we see the impacts already playing out with reduced
classes, faculty and staff fleeing our state and increased dependence on
tuition to help cover costs. Education is the key to a skilled workforce
and a robust and innovative economy.
Wisconsin’s transportation crisis: This is a day one priority for me.
Wisconsin’s roads and bridges rank some of the worst in the country.
Not only is this a quality of life issue, but it’s a tremendous safety issue.
Drawing a line in the sand is not leadership, and that’s exactly what
Governor Walker has elected to do. Throughout my career, I’ve shown
that I can work across the aisle, even on some of our most controver-
sial issues like school vouchers, to find common ground and get things
done. Speaker Vos has indicated a willingness to get this done and I
believe with the right leadership in the Governor’s office we can find
a solution. Our infrastructure should be an asset, not a liability. It’s a
critical component for family supporting jobs and bringing new busi-
nesses and industries to Wisconsin.
Health care: Healthcare is a right, period.
Everywhere I go, I continue to hear about the high cost of health
insurance. Too many Wisconsinites still lack adequate and affordable
health care coverage, if any at all. There’s a reason that folks in Minne-
sota pay half the cost of what Wisconsinites do, for the same coverage.
Wages are down and with higher healthcare costs, families have to do
more and more with less.
As Governor, I will take immediate action to accept the federal Med-
icaid expansion dollars which would insure thousands more Wiscon-
sinites who are struggling to find affordable health insurance. We must
stabilize health insurance markets and bring down costs – including
prescription drug prices. Investing in preventive health programs, es-
pecially for Wisconsin women, that have been defunded over the last
seven years will be a critical part of my administration. Having to drive
four hours round-trip for a mammogram, simply isn’t acceptable. Fi-
nally, we must extend protections for Wisconsinites with pre-existing
health conditions. It is estimated that half of Wisconsinites have some
kind of pre-existing health condition like cancer, diabetes, a heart con-
dition, obesity or depression. As a cancer survivor myself, I know the
realities that come with having a pre-existing health condition. No
one should ever lose their coverage because they simply cost insur-
ance companies “too much money.” It’s wrong and unlike Governor
Walker, I’m not afraid to say it.
What experience do you bring to the table?
Serving as state superintendent has been a good way for me to ana-
lyze what the state’s role is and to make sure that the state takes a pro-
active, positive role in the lives of our kids. Even though it may not be
the sexiest issue, I actually know how to run things. I’ve run a school,
a district, a regional organization and now a state agency that’s respon-
sible for 860,000 kids and the 100,000 adults who work with them. I’ve
run three statewide races. The last time I ran I won 70 percent of the
vote and won 70 of 72 counties. So, the people of the state know me.
As governor, I will focus on solving problems, not starting fights. I am
ready to be Governor on day one.
Our communities thrive when
we put People First …
At the center of state policy…
As the top priority when spending state dollars…
My vision for tomorrow is very
different from where the state is today.
- Kathleen Vinehout
Democrat for Governor
PRIMARY ELECTION, August 14th, 2018
www.kathleenvinehout.org
Paid for by Voters for Vinehout
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Personal information: Some of the most meaningful moments in my
life happened in the classroom. I met my wife Kathy in Mrs. Potter’s
kindergarten class in my hometown of Plymouth, Wisconsin. I am a
proud Badger, with bachelor’s degrees in chemistry and zoology, mas-
ter’s degree in curriculum and instruction, and a doctorate in educa-
tional administration, all from UW-Madison. My first job was teach-
ing science in Baraboo. Before becoming State Superintendent, I was
a high school principal in Tomah, and I ran school districts in Oakfield
and Verona. As State Superintendent of Public Instruction, I’ve worked
to ensure every child in Wisconsin can get a world class education by
creating a public school system that is fair for all.
I’m not only an educator–I’m also a parent. My three kids attended
public schools in communities around the state. No matter where the
Evers family ended up, we were welcomed by the community. That
culture of acceptance is part of what makes Wisconsin special.
Name: Paul R. Soglin (D)
Why are you running for public office?
Witnessing the great economic inequal-
ity in this bountiful nation which results in
too many people struggling to obtain ade-
quate housing, childcare for their children,
great public schools, transportation, decent
jobs, and healthcare. All of which is obtain-
able in our economic system if we had a
little more fairness.
A good governor must have many qualities, but most important is
the courage to do what is right. The Governor must serve the interests
of Wisconsin residents not the special interests, must respect the peo-
ples demand for genuine results, fairness, and a system that empowers
everyday citizens. That is my commitment. I made it fifty years ago
and I make it today.
What top three issues are most important to you?
My priority is the Wisconsin family. My experience as the mayor
of Madison prepares me for focusing on making great opportunities
for families. The guiding principle is to create a great community and
a great economy – a safe and healthy place to learn, work, and play
– by focusing on five elements necessary for a family: housing, trans-
portation, health care which includes nutrition and behavioral health,
quality childcare, and education with career development. The success
we have had can be developed statewide since it is based on services
which will lead to great places and services that attract jobs.
What experience do you bring to the table?
As Mayor, I manage a government of 3,000 employees and I get
things done. It takes more than proposing ideas to make things better. I
manage transportation systems, build housing, clean the water, enforce
laws that protect peoples’ rights, make critical decisions in moments of
crisis. I also have private sector experience as Administrator at EPIC
Systems, as an attorney, and as a consultant.
My support is statewide and deep. I am the most experienced as a
candidate in debating and taking on ultraconservative candidates like
Scott Walker. I have an extensive record of defeating entrenched in-
cumbent officeholders who have been there too long.
Personal information:
My wife Sara and I live in Madison. We raised three daughters
here, two of whom still live and work in the city. I earned both my
undergraduate and my law degree from the University of Wisconsin,
Madison.
Name: Matt Flynn (D)
Why are you running for public office?
I am running because I am not going
to sit back and watch our democracy de-
stroyed. I am running to restore clean, hon-
est government in Wisconsin, raise wages,
and invest in health care, education, and
infrastructure again.
What top three issues are most impor-
tant to you?
1. Terminating the illegal Foxconn contract
2. Raising wages (repealing Act 10 and “Right-To-Work”, restoring
prevailing wage, raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour)
3. Fully funding education. I will significantly increase funding for
the UW system, restore statutory tenure, and reaffirm the Wisconsin
Idea. I will also significantly increase K-12 funding.
What experience do you bring to the table?
I am a Navy veteran, the only military veteran in the Democratic
primary. I have served as the State Chair of the Democratic Party of
Wisconsin. I was a commercial litigation partner at Quarles & Brady
for many years. My experience as a lawyer will help me in rescinding
this Foxconn contract.
Personal information: My wife, Mary, and I live in Milwaukee. I am
a Navy veteran, attorney, and former Chair of the Democratic Party
of Wisconsin. I went to Yale for my Bachelor’s degree and graduated
from law school at the University of Wisconsin, where I served as Edi-
tor in Chief of the Wisconsin Law Review. After graduation, I was the
law clerk for the Honorable Thomas E. Fairchild, Chief Judge of the
United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit at the time. Fol-
lowing my clerkship, I joined the law firm of Quarles & Brady.
Name: Josh Pade (D)
Why are you running for public office?
I’m not a typical politician or candidate.
I am a deeply concerned Wisconsinite who
believes that new perspective, energy, and
leadership will win, and will move us all
forward.
What top three issues are
most important to you?
Education, environment, opportunity
What experience do you bring to the table?
I understand working for a living. I grew up working poor in a fam-
ily that struggled to get food on the table. I was lucky to go through the
UW system leading me to work in government and business fighting
in policies for families struggling like mine.
I’m the only candidate who brings a combination of executive lead-
ership, policy expertise, and business acumen needed to successfully
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execute a statewide agenda that raises wages, creates opportunity, and
strengthens our communities.
I’ve lived and worked throughout Wisconsin, and deeply understand
the interconnectedness of our state’s economic regions.
Personal information: None provided.
Lieutenant Governor
Name: Kurt Kober
Party Affiliation: Democrat
Why are you running for public office?
I want to build a Wisconsin where every
generation, everyone, can live, work, and
thrive. Making this vision possible requires
that we build a new and fair economy in our
state. This starts with once again making
funding public schools, from kindergarten
through our universities, our number one priority. As your Lt. Gov-
ernor I will serve as the state-wide champion for all public education.
After we’ve once again funded public education I’ll put this office back
to work by building partnerships through local schools, colleges, uni-
versities and organizations to transform public education to be student-
centric. In this time of rapid change we need a champion for students
and educators to ensure learning is innovative, seamless and lifelong
in nature. For example, in Sheboygan, a partnership was built between
the public education foundation, school district and local companies
to enable the “Red Raider Manufacturing” initiative. This partnership
exposes students to high-tech manufacturing before they ever graduate
from high school. Building and funding these partnerships are critical
to us forming the foundation of a new economy in our state.
What top three issues are most important to you?
Education, Entrepreneurship + Infrastructure andHealthcare
1) Re-investing in the Wisconsin Idea: We need to restore the over
$1.5B cut from our public
schools, college and universities. These dollars will be restored to en-
sure we attract and retain the best educators in the country, give them
more planning time and finally allow all levels of education to evolve
as the world is changing at an exponential rate. As Lt. Governor of
Wisconsin, I will champion the “Fair Funding For our Future” pro-
posal that aims to ensure every district receives a minimum funding
level per student every year.
Many school districts in Wisconsin are struggling to ensure that
its students receive a quality education. The current school funding
system is causing multiple problems, including: (1) increases in class
sizes and reduced programming; (2) no minimum funding per student,
causing numerous districts to get little or no general school aid; (3)
relies only on property wealth, with no accounting for income of the
community – leading districts with high property values but low per
capita income to fall behind; and (4) school districts have no idea what
amount of funding is coming to them year-to-year.
2) Building a culture of entrepreneurship: In order to build commu-
nities where every generation can live, work and thrive we must ensure
every Wisconsinite has access to low-cost, high-speed internet. This
foundational piece of infrastructure has become as essential as electric-
ity and water. Too many students are left with the choice of not doing
their homework or sitting in their car outside of a McDonalds to use
the wifi in order to be successful. Ensuring we have 100% affordable,
high-speed internet connectivity will reduce the digital divide and is the
very first step in build a broader and fairer economy in our state. I’m
also committed to championing how we develop a sustainable funding
model for our roads. We all feel the impact of declining spending on
our roads and that’s bad for all Wisconsinites today and tomorrow.
As we ensure every Wisconsinite is connected and has good roads,
I will launch the Culture of Entrepreneurship Initiative that aims to
start 10,000 new companies in all 72 counties of our state. This initia-
tive will encourage our kids and grandkids to stay in Wisconsin by
offering them a tax credit if they graduated from programs in science,
technology, engineering, arts or math from a two or four-year institu-
tion. Furthermore, we’ll offer a package of benefits to anyone, of any
age, that decides to start a new company or organization like affordable
healthcare provided by Badgercare and a child care subsidy. The goal
of these and other initiative components is to reduce the barriers and
risk associated with starting a new organization or business.
This ensures we build a new economy across our state vs. outsourcing
it to foreign corporation like Foxconn in a handful of counties.
3)Ensuring Healthcare for all Wisconsinites: Healthcare means in-
vesting in community wellness, from accessible, affordable healthcare,
to clean water. Whether you live in Green County, Milwaukee or in
the Central Sands too many Wisconsinites don’t have access to afford-
able healthcare or clean water. My wife and I currently get healthcare
through the Affordable Care Act. When my father was diagnosed with
Multiple Sclerosis and could no longer work, I was a direct beneficiary
of social security disability benefits. I understand the vital importance
of healthcare and will fight to make sure Badgercare is accessible to
every Wisconsinite that wants it. I will also work to address the opioid
epidemic and treat it like the public health crisis it is. Finally, I will
advocate to fully fund the DNR and ensure it returns to a science-based
approach to problem solving.
What experience do you bring to the table?
I’ve spent the last decade working with businesses, schools, and
nonprofits to help them transform to meet the needs of the new econ-
omy. From working for a large, established company, to transforming
a university, I’ve learned how organizations of all types work. I helped
bring together community leaders, school administration, and the leg-
islature to bring $45 million worth of new facilities to the University of
Wisconsin - Green Bay. Since then I’ve successfully worked through-
out my life to bring arts education to public schools. Finally, in my role
as a leader within a 100-year-old company I co-led a transformation
that enabled the company to grow faster. This change resulted in sus-
tained, good-paying, employment for the employees who helped the
company succeed over the past decades.
Personal information: I’m a proud third generation Sheboyganite,
and it’s where I live today, just a few streets down from my mother.
I’m also a proud product of Wisconsin public schools, from kinder-
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garten through grad school. I was lucky enough to attend the Univer-
sity of Wisconsin-Green Bay as an undergrad where I worked with
the legislature to secure $45 million dollars to improve our campus,
and then went on to obtain my graduate degree from the University of
Wisconsin-Madison.
Name: Mandela Barnes (D)
Why are you running for public office?
I initially ran for public office in 2012
because my State Representative was not
responsive to the pressing issues of my
district; education, predatory lending,
mass incarceration, gun safety, and jobs. I
was successful in that race and served two
terms in the legislature.
I’m running for this office because I believe my combination of
ideas, energy, and organizing experience make me ideally positioned
to balance the top of the ticket and to help elect progressive champions
up and down the ballot this November.
The policies of the current administration have left working people
worse off than they were 8 years ago, and only the super-rich have seen
their fortunes improve. It’s time we changed that, and I believe I’m the
guy to help make that happen as Lieutenant Governor.
What top three issues are most important to you?
The top three issues of my campaign are quality and affordable
healthcare, strong public schools, and environmental protection. All
of these issues combine to create a vibrant and fair economy for all
Wisconsinites. All of these priorities take significant upfront invest-
ment, but all would be more fruitful than the disastrous Foxconn deal,
which seems to get worse with every passing day for the taxpayers of
Wisconsin.
What experience do you bring to the table?
I bring four years of experience as a state legislator, where I went
through two state budget processes. This experience will help im-
mensely as I help the next governor craft a new, progressive state bud-
get. I also have experience as a community organizer at faith-based
social justice organization MICAH, and a year of national progressive
policy advocacy at State Innovation Exchange. I’ve had the opportu-
nity to see other states enact bold reforms like Medicaid public-option
and a 100% renewable energy mandate. We can do those same things
in Wisconsin if we simply find the political will to do so.
Personal information:
I was born and raised in Milwaukee, where I still live today. I was born
in the 53206 ZIP Code, the state’s poorest and nation’s most incar-
cerated. The difference for me was opportunity. I came from a strong
union family and in addition to having all my basic needs met, I was
given the chance to thrive by two very loving and supportive parents.
I went to college at Alabama A&M University, where I studied broad-
cast journalism. Unlike too many people my age, I moved right back
after college. I am committed to my hometown and I am committed to
Wisconsin. I know we can be the kind of state others look to as a model
if we only invest in our people, not the super-rich and corporations.
Secretary of State
Name: Jay Schroeder (R)
Why are you running for office?
My hope is to bring the Office of Secre-
tary of State out of its’ 40 years of hiberna-
tion. I was first made aware of the office
and the history of losing its duties by a local
Assemblyman and started researching the
position and felt I could bring new energy
and potential into the position. Elected of-
fices are a voice for the people and any and all opportunities should be
used for the betterment of the people of Wisconsin.
I believe the office has untapped potential to help the citizens of
Wisconsin.
What top three issues are most important to you?
Well, first let me say the issues should be important to the residents of
the state of Wisconsin.
The three issues we should focus on are:
1. Term Limits. As I traveled the state collecting nomination signa-
tures the one thing Democrats, Republicans, Independents mentioned
to me was the desire to have term limits for the position. It was not my
idea it was the signors. I will propose having 2 terms for the office of
Secretary of State for a total of 8 years. If term limits would have been
in place, then the duties would have not been taken away. As an elderly
man said to me, 40 years in office is just too much.
2. In addition, I will propose to be an “Election Watchdog” and be a
member of the Election Commission to ensure that elections and vot-
ing roles are fair and honest for all, with integrity of the vote being
protected. Any and all duties restored will be for the term of office and
after each election the winning candidate will have to meet with the
Governor and Legislature and determine what the duties shall be and
then renegotiate after each election. If this would have been in place,
we would be in a much better situation and the office would not have a
full-time salary and part time duties.
3. Finally there needs to be a statewide advisory referendum to de-
termine if the duties should be ceremonial as they are now or restore
duties like in the past. If ceremonial passes, then the salary needs to be
cut at least 50% or more. To pay full time salary for part time duties
is a rip-off to the taxpayers of Wisconsin. If restored duties pass, then
they need to be implemented for the term of office and the winner of
the election needs to perform or have them scaled back. The current
situation needs to be resolved once and for all. It is like having one foot
on the dock and one in the fishing boat. It can’t go on forever like this.
What experience do you bring to the table?
Foremost is the willingness to travel the state and meet the people
of Wisconsin and listen to their ideas, when a good one such a s term
limits is brought up, then implement it. After all, elected officials are
the public servants and the voters are the boss not the other way around.
I will also want to move the office out of Madison, with computer tech-
nology and overnight mail there is not now a reason to keep govern-
Schroeder, continued
ment so centralized. It should be more user friendly and easier to access
for the whole state not just one area. I wish to serve and do my best for
2 terms if elected and move on and let someone else have a chance
to improve the position. The last 40 years have not accomplished that
goal one bit.
Personal information: I live in Neenah WI, and am married with four
children, three attening UW Colleges currently, one in Madison and
two in Oshkosh, my youngest will be a senior in high school this up-
coming fall. We have a dog, Maggie, who is 10.
Educational Background: Associate Degree Applied Science in Real
Estate and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
Name: Doug La Follette (D)
Why are you running for public office?
I want to work to restore the important re-
sponsibilities to the office that have been
taken away. Not having these duties in
the Sec of State’s office, like they are in
SOS office all across the country, makes
it difficult for people to do business in our
state. The people have shown by their vote to keep the State Trea-
surer that they do not want to eliminate these constructional office,
so it is critical that we restore the duties to them.
What top three issues are most important to you? Really the only
key issue is the restoration of the responsibilities to the office.
What experience do you bring to the table? Have been in the of-
fice before the duties were removed and have fought to keep them,
I have the history and understanding to work to return the office to
what it needs to be to be like the rest of the Nation.
Personal information: I live in Madison; before in Kenosha and
Racine and Milwaukee. Education: BS Marietta College; MS Stand-
ford University.; PhD Columbia University
Name: Spencer Zimmerman (R)
Why are you running for public office?
My roots in our state run deep, I was
born in Neenah and my family is from
Fond du Lac where my Great Uncle Con-
rad Zimmerman was on the City Council. I
was introduced to politics when my Uncle
Tom Tynan ran as a Republican for County
Sheriff in 1986. In the mid 1980’s my fam-
ily relocated to the Village of McFarland near Madison. I’ve always
wanted to serve my country and after graduating from high school in
1998, I enlisted in the Air Force for four years and was stationed at
Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska. On duty during the 9/11 terrorist
attacks, I received the Joint Service Achievement Medal for merito-
rious service for my actions that day. After my time in the military,
running for office seemed like a natural way to continue to serve my
community.
What top three issues are most important to you?
I firmly believe in Term Limits, they are my #1 priority and I have
fought for them in previous campaigns. All public officials should
serve no longer than 2 terms or 8 years, a precedent intentionally set by
our 1st President George Washington after we gained independence in
the American Revolution from a King who ruled for life. The incum-
bent was first elected in the year 1974, back when Richard Nixon was
President of the United States.
Over the years the office of Secretary of State has become irrelevant,
and many have called for its abolition. Recently budget and staff cuts
have made it possible to move the Secretary of State’s office from a
4000 sq. ft. 10th floor operation into what has been called a “cubby
hole” consisting of 300 sq. ft in the Capitol basement.
While I was stationed at Offutt Air Force Base in 2003 the Nebraska
Unicameral Legislature passed legislation that authorized their Secre-
tary of State to serve as Chief Protocol Officer promoting commerce,
educational studies and cultural exchanges between Nebraska and the
World. With support from the Assembly and Senate we could pass
similar legislation here in Wisconsin.
My vision of reform brings with it new jobs and opportunities. I
want to restore function to the office of Secretary of State by mak-
ing it Wisconsin’s Chief Protocol Officer for international relations and
to serve as a goodwill ambassador promoting commerce, educational
studies and cultural exchanges between Wisconsin, other States, and
the World. With added responsibility and restored function, the office
of Secretary of State can once again become a valuable asset to Wis-
consin taxpayers.
What experience do you bring to
the table?
Cynthia Kaump
In 2010, I was a recipient of the
Lyman Anderson Award for public
service. In 2015 I was rated highest
with the NRA and was endorsed by the EXPERIENCE to be YOUR
Personal information: While I
currently reside in Janesville, I
have lived all across Wisconsin, in-
cluding Fond Du Lac, McFarland,
Madison, Sun Prairie, Stoughton,
Delafield, and near Columbus and
Lake Mills. My profession in the
transportation industry has also
taken me all across the state. During
my time in the military I obtained a
CDL driving semi for a mobile unit
and graduated from the Commu-
nity College of the Air Force with
a degree in Information Systems
Technology. After an honorable dis-
charge I obtained a B.S. in Business
Administration from Madison’s
Edgewood College. I have worked
as a tanker truck driver for an agri-
cultural cooperative, as a Signature
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currently employed as a chauffeur for Presidential Transportation Ser-
vice.
State Treasurer
Name: Sarah Godlewski (D)
Why are you running for public office?
I’m running to be Wisconsin’s next
Democratic State Treasurer because I be-
lieve we can do much more to serve and
empower Wisconsinites through this of-
fice. But first, we need new bold leader-
ship.
State Treasurers across the country are building 21st century econo-
mies through innovative financial programs and investment strategies,
and we are lagging behind. In fact, our current State Treasurer led the
charge to eliminate the office this past spring. When I found out about
this, I was completely appalled and stepped up to lead an effort to save
the office. Myself and several other key individuals and organizations
launched a six-month campaign to save our State Treasurer’s office.
Our government is organized in a way that establishes this office as a
critical check and balance on the governor and the legislature.
The core principles of my campaign are transparency, accountabil-
ity, and empowerment. My first objective is to serve as a fiscal watch-
dog to ensure that our tax dollars are being spent appropriately. The
next objective is investing in Wisconsin’s future. This office has the
opportunity to leverage the capital from four trust funds worth more
than $1.2 billion to implement programs to refinance student loans and
stimulate the economy with an investment in more small businesses.
Finally, this office must advocate for Wisconsinites. As the state’s chief
banker, the Treasurer should be a champion in the fight against finan-
cial exploitation. The recent Wells Fargo incident took advantage of
Wisconsinites by opening fake accounts and charging unwarranted
fees. State Treasurers around the country stepped up to stop this abuse
against while Wisconsin did nothing. I believe we need to stand up
to the abuse of big banks. All Wisconsinites should have a fair shot
and our elected officials should be working on behalf of citizens, not
corporations.
As a fifth-generation Wisconsinite and a small business owner, I
know we can do better with the State Treasurer’s office.
What top three issues are most important to you?
The State Treasurer’s office has been neglected for decades. While
some powers have been shifted to other agencies, there is untapped
potential with this position. There are three key pillars to my vision for
this office, and I plan to start working for Wisconsinites on day one.
Fiscal Transparency and Accountability - The State Treasurer
should be reviewing and examining financial transactions that involve
our tax dollars. I would create a taxpayer’s annual report so Wisconsin-
ites could see where their money is being spent. I will ensure transpar-
ency and accountability in our government – something I’ve been do-
ing my entire career. During my work with the Department of Defense,
I saved taxpayers tens of millions of dollars.
Invest in Wisconsin’s Future - This office is the financial trustee to
four trust funds worth over $1 billion dollars. Last year alone, these
funds provided $35 million to schools across the state. Using the of-
fice’s independent investment authority, we can leverage the $1.2
billion in state trust funds to invest in Wisconsin’s future. We need to
manage these funds prudently while ensuring the best returns for pub-
lic education. As a socially responsible investor, I know we can invest
these funds to achieve a positive impact without sacrificing sound in-
vestment principles or financial sustainability. For example, we could
use part of the portfolio to help refinance student loan debt – a $24
billion dollar problem in Wisconsin with some people paying close
to 15 percent in interest rates. I would refinance student loan debt at
a lower rate, saving Wisconsinites millions while also improving the
state’s portfolio return. This is the type of win-win strategy that I want
to pursue as your Treasurer.
Economic Empowerment - As the chief banker, the Treasurer should
be the state’s economic advocate, protecting vulnerable communities
and holding big corporations accountable. The Treasurer can lead the
way by working to end financial exploitation of seniors, addressing
predatory lending, and narrowing the gender and minority wage gap.
Our state’s economy is missing out on $14 billion annually because
women are taking home less money than their male peers. As Trea-
surer, I’ll take firm action against large banks and companies that are
abusing their customers, ensuring that no corporation is above the law.
Wisconsin State Treasurer
• Proud Democrat born & raised in
a union family
• Public School Graduate (K - UW)
• While Director of
Communications & Community
Outreach for the Office of the
State Treasurer, created &
managed record setting
programs
• Owner of 2 Wisconsin-based
businesses
• Holds professional licenses in
insurance & finance
• Trusted and award-winning
investigative and political
television news correspondent 20
years paid for by the Wisconsin for Kaump
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Godlewski, continued
Further, I believe it’s important that the State Treasurer work to in-
crease financial literacy and awareness across the state.
Wisconsinites voted overwhelmingly last spring against an amend-
ment that would have eliminated the State Treasurer from our constitu-
tion. Now, we have the opportunity and responsibility to ensure this
office works for all Wisconsinites. That’s why I’m running. We need
somebody who has the plan to start working from day one. If we have
a State Treasurer with a creative approach and innovative ideas, Wis-
consin will not take this office for granted.
What experience do you bring to the table?
I’ve spent my entire career in business and finance. I am the co-
founder of a multi-million dollar socially responsible investment firm
called MaSa Partners. Further, I am a founding member of WE Capital
an investment fund comprised of leading businesswomen who deploy
capital to empower the next generation of female entrepreneurs. Our
work has been nationally recognized for achieving positive impact
without sacrificing sound investment principles or financial sustain-
ability. The Treasurer is the financial trustee to $1.2 billion and has in-
dependent investment authority. It is critical the Treasurer has a proven
record of investment expertise.
I know the importance of effective financial management. I am
certified by the National Association of State Treasurer’s Association
in Public Treasurer Management. Prior to working in investing, I was
director of one of the fastest growing counties in the country where we
implemented a performance-based budgeting process. During my time
with the Department of Defense, I saved taxpayers tens of millions of
dollars. I have the experience with accounting best practices that are
essential for an effective State Treasurer.
My work in the financial sector goes beyond investing and account-
ing. I supported microfinance initiatives in rural India where I saw
firsthand how micro-lending positively transformed entire communi-
ties. I was actively engaged in financial literacy initiatives aimed at im-
proving college students’ financial know-how as a professor at George
Mason University. This past spring, I was the leader of the campaign to
save the State Treasurer’s Office. We created a bipartisan coalition that
successfully defeated the measure with 62 percent of the vote in April.
The State Treasurer has been neglected for over a decade, and I have
the diverse financial experience and track record to make this office a
trusted financial watchdog and advocate for all Wisconsinites.
Personal information: I am a fifth-generation Wisconsinite proudly
raised in Eau Claire. My husband and I now live in Madison.
I graduated from George Mason University with a Bachelor’s de-
gree in Peace and Conflict Resolution, Magna Cum Laude and with a
Certificate in Leadership Studies. I have a certificate in Public Treasury
Management from the National Institute of Public Finance and Pep-
perdine School of Management. I also served as a National Security
Fellow at the Air War College, attended the University of Virginia, So-
rensen Institute for Political Leadership, and was part of the University
of Pennsylvania’s Executive Program for Public Administration.
Name: Travis Hartwig (R)
Why are you running for public office?
I am running to protect the taxpayer.
Over the last 30 years, the legislature has
taken away many of the responsibilities of
the State Treasurer, leaving behind a paid
elected office that has nothing to do. How-
ever, in April, the voters chose to keep this
office. Going forward, we need someone
with the vision, skills, and experience to restore the office in a way that
will protect the taxpayer, cut government spending, and bring integrity
to state government. For more information, message me on Facebook
or go to www.TravisHartwig.com
What top three issues are most important to you?
We need a State Treasurer with a clear vision for the office and I
have a 3-part plan for how we can recreate the position:
• Assist in audits of our state government. The taxpayers need a
watchdog and I have the experience and skills to make our state more
effective and efficient.
• Increase integrity in government by transferring certain duties
from unelected bureaucrats to the State Treasurer’s office.
• Protect the taxpayer. Instead of collecting a paycheck without pro-
viding quality services, I will earn my salary and develop an office that
protects and serves, our schools, communities, and taxpayers.
What experience do you bring to the table?
Unlike some of the other candidates running for this office, I have
years of experience working in finance and banking. I received my
degree from Carroll University in Finance and Business Economics,
with a minor in Accounting. Prior to running, I worked as a Mutual
Fund Administrator for U.S. Bank Fund Services. We need someone
that can understand complex financial statements, have knowledge of
accounting standards, and assist in audits. I can do it, because I have
done it in the private sector.
Personal information: Where do you live? What is your educational
background?
My passion is for Wisconsin, just recently I was in Rhinelander
where I proposed to my wonderful fiancée. I grew up in East Troy,
where I developed a strong work ethic and learned about the value of
a dollar. My first job was for Tractor Supply Company in Burlington.
With a passion for numbers, I took a position as a teller for a local com-
munity bank in high school. I went to Carroll University in Waukesha,
where I double majored in Finance and Business Economics and had
a minor in Accounting. Currently, I own my home in Oak Creek and,
until recently, I worked for U.S. Bank Fund Services as a Mutual Fund
Administrator in downtown Milwaukee.
Name: Cynthia Kaump (D)
Why are you running for public office?
I am running for Wisconsin State Trea-
surer because Wisconsin needs an experi-
enced and qualified financial guardian. As
a mother I feel I have an obligation to make
sure the state I care about is on a strong
financial footing for the next generation.
I also have a strong personal and profes-
sional connection to this office as the former and very last Director of
Kaump, continued
Communications and Community Outreach for Wisconsin’s Office of
the State Treasurer. I know the office and feel I am best qualified to run
programs, advocate to expand and fully fund the office, and commu-
nicate with the media and people of Wisconsin. After the April refer-
endum, where Wisconsin voted to keep this office, several lawmakers
reached out to me as someone who had worked within the Office of
Treasurer and as a consultant for ten years to ask what the next step
should be. I was repeatedly asked why I was not running for State Trea-
surer. I responded that I was not a politician. As I considered it more,
and after consulting with my daughter, I decided that in this critical
time people from outside the traditional political world who understand
policy and care about the next generation need to step up and run. That
is why I am running to be Wisconsin State Treasurer.
What top three issues are most important to you?
My top three priorities in the Office of State Treasurer would be:
Return the half-billion-dollar Unclaimed Property Program to the
Treasurer’s Office. This program was unconstitutionally transferred
from the Office of the State Treasurer. I will use all avenues, including
litigation, to return it to the office. Proper management of Unclaimed
Property will produce revenue that can be used to fund staff and ad-
ditional programs within the Treasurer’s Office without requiring tax-
payer dollars.
I am proposing creating a “Waste, Fraud and Abuse” program with-
in the office that would have both audit and enforcement power.
I want to return Wisconsin to a cash management system. Wiscon-
sinite should be able to know directly from their State Treasurer exactly
how much the balance of our state checking account is, including all
debts and obligations.
What experience do you bring to the table?
I am the former and very last Director of Communications and
Community Outreach for Wisconsin’s Office of the State Treasurer. I
personally managed teams and programs which set state and national
records for performance such as Unclaimed Property. In 2012, 2013,
and 2014, we returned record amounts of money to the people of Wis-
consin who needed it most totaling $100M. I created a mini-economic
stimulus package for our state’s economy with careful and strategic
outreach and auditing to support that program and the people of Wis-
consin. Additionally, I took on the duties of the Legislative Director. I
was the person communicating with our lawmakers on what was hap-
pening within the office all the while advocating for its protection and
value. My experience as a consultant and director span over the tenure
of three State Treasurers.
I own two businesses in Wisconsin. I am also a licensed financial ad-
visor working for one of Wisconsin’s oldest financial firms in the state,
founded by a woman. The 40-year-old firm is dedicated to socially and
environmentally responsible investing with more than 4,000 clients.
I am part of a team overseeing a portfolio valued at upwards of $600
million. I also worked in TV news and investigative journalism across
Wisconsin and for two national networks.
I work daily with people who are struggling financially and help
them build a better financial future for themselves, their children, and
grandchildren. Our financial situation in the state is dire. I have the ex-
perience and the passion for this office to build a better financial future
for Wisconsin.
Personal information: I live in Madison with my 9-year-old daughter.
I attended Madison Public Schools and received a B.A. in Commu-
nication and Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Name: Jill Millies (R)
Why are you running for public office?
I am running for office because Matt
Adamczak is running for the Legislative
assembly seat. Being a single mom for 20
plus years had made me a very conserva-
tive spender. I’m hoping, running as Trea-
surer, I can show the government how it’s
done!
Respect! Respect the Wisconsin voters! Honor! Honor of the tax pay-
ers dollars! This is just common sense.
What top three issues are most important to you?
The three issues that concern me are restoring the broken office of
the state Treasurer. I am conservative Republican with common sense
who wants to bring back the auditing function. I would also like to
open the books of schools and municipalities via OpenBook.wi.gov
I would like to privatize public land because I believe individuals
can manage it just as well, if not better.
What experience do you bring to the table?
As for my experience, over the past 38 years as a florist, I have man-
aged flower shops and did some accounting for McDonald’s. I have
kept a tight rein on the check book as a single mom.
Personal information: I grew up in Milwaukee and when I met my
husband 12 years ago, I moved with my son to Big Bend in southern
Waukesha County.
My husband’s family owns and operates Edgewood Golf course for
almost 50 years.
I graduated from Milwaukee James Madison, took a job at McDon-
ald’s, hired as their accountant. Went on to M.A.T.C. in Mequon and
took up Horticulture. Shortly thereafter, I got my first opportunity as a
florist with Harvey O’Preuss Florist.
Name: Dawn Marie Sass (D)
Why are you running for public office?
I am running because I previously
served one term as the State Treasurer and
it was the best job I ever held. I served all
citizens of Wisconsin by going to work ev-
eryday, traveling to all 72 counties every
year of my four-year term to find owners
of unclaimed property, started contests for
school children to win EdVest accounts and represented Wisconsin on
a national level by being a member of NAST. My career has been
in public service from working with abused and neglected children to
juvenile probation and customer service and financial positions. Public
office is another way to serve an even greater population and if you are
passionate about that office as my record shows, it is a winning situa-
tion for everyone.
Sass, continued
What top three issues are most important to you?
1) Restoring all of the duties, especially cash management, and re-
spect for the Office of the State Treasurer so that the office can con-
tinue its’ history of helping the people of the State of Wisconsin. 2) I
would like to continue where I left off in my previous term of traveling
to all 72 counties to give back unclaimed property and to re-start the
contests for school children. 3) Ensuring the office becomes the fiscal
watchdog it was originally meant to be which includes looking at the
checks being disbursed, putting out a yearly summary of the state of
the finances of Wisconsin and being diligent in matters concerning the
BCPL and the Common School Fund.
What experience do you bring to the table?
I am the only candidate with experience having served as State
Treasurer from January 3, 2007, until January 3, 2011. I learned every
function in the office and processed hundreds of claim forms. I have
a long history working with financial transactions. I kept the books
for an electrical contracting company for over 18 years (part-time) –
this was before computers were popular, so everything was done by
hand including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, W2s, quar-
terly reports to unemployment, federal and state taxes. I worked in the
Milwaukee County Parks as a Park Office Assistant III where I did ac-
counts payable and receivable, payroll, interviewing summer help and
helped prepare a budget with the West Region Manager. I was a sales
area manager at the Boston Store where I managed two departments
– shoes, the second largest money-making area and accessories. I su-
pervised over 25 people, helped set up displays, dealt with customers,
worked in the cash office, trained new employees and interviewed po-
tential employees. I worked at U.W. Madison as a Financial Specialist
Sr. for over three years. I balanced the daily cash and credit receipts for
the parking department, counted cash from special events, reconciled
bi-weekly payroll deduction for parking, and did monthly billing for
other departments that use vouchers for parking. Currently, I am an
Accounting Assistant 3 for a large student loan servicer.
Personal Information: I live in Belleville. I moved there in May,
2007, after being elected Wisconsin State Treasurer in November,
2006. This was a campaign promise so that I could be in the office
everyday.
I have a B.A. from U. W. Milwaukee, an MBA from Keiser Univer-
sity, a certificate in Public Finance from the Kellogg School of Man-
agement at Northwestern University and a certificate in H.R. Manage-
ment from UW. Madison Continuing Education department.
Before you head
to the polls...
Local voters will head the polls Tuesday, August 14 to take
part in one of the most significant Primary Elections in years
in Wisconsin. While voter turnout in Primaries, even impor-
tant ones, is traditionally very low, the outcome of this elec-
tion will play a key role in deciding who the state’s next gov-
ernor is, as well as shaping a variety of other important races.
In Wisconsin, all polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Cen-
tral Time. An individual who is in line at the time polls close
must be allowed to vote.
This is a Partisan Primary, which means you may only vote
in one party’s races - either Democratic, Republican, Liber-
tarian, Green or Constitution. If you choose a party and vote
in races for more than one party, only those votes in your
selected party will be counted. If you do not choose a party
and vote in multiple parties’ races, none of your votes will
be counted.
A primary election is an election in which registered voters
select a candidate that they believe should be a political
party’s candidate for elected office to run in the general elec-
tion. They are also used to choose convention delegates and
party leaders. Primaries are state-level and local-level elec-
tions that take place prior to a general election. Wisconsin
utilizes an open primary system; registered voters do not
have to be members of a party to vote in that party›s primary.
To register to vote in Wisconsin, one must be a citizen of
the United States and a resident of Wisconsin for at least 10
days prior to the election. A voter must be at least 18 years
of age. An individual can register in person at the municipal
clerk’s office. In-person registration must be completed by 5
p.m. on the Friday before Election Day. Same-day voter reg-
istration is also available, as long as the registrant provides
proof of residency at the polls.
Voters in Wisconsin are required to present photo identifi-
cation at the polls. A bill requiring voters to present photo
identification at the polls was introduced in the Wisconsin
State Legislature in January 2011. Governor Scott Walk-
er signed the bill into law on May 25, 2011. A series of legal
challenges followed. On March 23, 2015, the Supreme Court
of the United States declined to hear a challenge against the
law, allowing the photo identification requirement to take full
effect.
Wisconsin permits no-excuse early voting. Early voting
permits citizens to cast ballots in person at a polling place
prior to an election. In states that permit no-excuse early vot-
ing, a voter does not have to provide an excuse for being un-
able to vote on Election Day.
All voters are eligible to vote absentee in Wisconsin.
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Sports
Follow Sports Editor Rob Reischel on Twitter at @robreischel • www.MiddletonTimes.com

Simon’s makes
first class move
The coaching profession is
a dog eat dog world.
Grown men everywhere
fight their way up the ladder,
Rob
then they try to pummel each Reischel
other on the gridiron.
So what happened at
Middleton High School
old Pertzborn will become the
recently isn’t just rare. It’s
head coach in 2019 and Simon
almost unprecedented.
will become the assistant head
Cardinals head coach Tim
coach.
Simon — in the prime of his
“This is something I want
coaching life at 51 years old
to do for Jason,” Simon said.
— decided to turn the coach-
“Jason is a good friend and an
ing reigns over to offensive
excellent coach.”
coordinator Jason Pertzborn
In most places, when
as early as 2019.
coaches land the head job,
Pertzborn, a 1990
you have to pry it out of their
Middleton graduate, had
hands. At MHS, Simon gave
always aspired to be the head
Pertzborn an early Christmas
coach at his alma mater. But
gift — heck, a lifetime of
with Simon still a young man
Christmas gifts — and handed
and Pertzborn exploring other
him the keys to the program.
coaching opportunities, Simon
Those that know Simon
called one of the most selfless
well probably aren’t shocked
audibles you’ll ever see.
he made a sacrifice like this.
Now, Simon and Pertzborn
The football community is Times-Tribune photo by Mary Langenfeld
will operate as co-head coach-
packed with nose tackle-sized
es this season. Then, if every- Middleton football coach Tim Simon made the decision recently to promote Jason Pertzborn to co-head coach. If things go
thing goes well, the 47-year- See SIMON, page 17 well this season, Pertzborn could become the head coach by 2019.

Middleton splits two, seeded second

29ers down Sauk Prairie
Ashton, claim topples 29ers,
No. 2 seed earns top seed
BY ADAM HATLAN BY ROB REISCHEL
For the Times-Tribune Times-Tribune
After being held to one run
The Northern Section’s
in a loss to Northern Section
championship was on the line
champion Sauk Prairie two
last Friday.
days earlier, the Middleton
And Sauk Prairie made the
29ers needed a bounce-back
most of its opportunity to win
game against Ashton on
a title.
Sunday.
The Twins defeated host
Middleton, the second best
Middleton, 4-1, a win that
scoring team in the Home
proved vital in Sauk’s quest
Talent League, had scored
for a title. Sauk Prairie then
more than four runs in every
defeated Mazomanie two days
game this season until the loss
later and earned the No. 1
to Sauk Prairie.
seed in the Northern Section.
Middleton’s Kevin Dubler
The Twins finished the
helped the offense get back on
regular season 14-2 and
track, hitting a go-ahead double
locked down the No. 1 seed.
in the fifth and adding a home
Middleton went 13-3 and
run in the seventh to help lead
claimed the No. 2 seed.
the 29ers past the Ashton A’s,
“This was a chance for us to
9-3, in a Northern Section East
take the lead in the North and
Division game in Ashton on
we just couldn’t get it done,”
Sunday.
Middleton manager Brandon
Middleton finished the year
Hellenbrand said.  “Sauk was
13-3 and locked up the No. 2
a better team than us tonight.”
seed in the playoffs. The 29ers
Sauk Prairie’s Jacob Pape
will Black Earth in the first
allowed just one hit and one
round on Sunday at 1 p.m.
run in 4 1/3 innings. Sam
Ashton finished the year
Koenig then threw the final 4
10-6 and locked up the No. 4
2/3 innings, allowing two hits,
seed in the Northern Section.
no runs and striking out eight.
The A’s will host fifth-seeded
“Jacob Pape came through
Reedsburg in their first round
with a huge start for us,” Sauk
matchup on Sunday.
Prairie manager Lucas Koenig
“We approached today’s
said. “Middleton has a potent
game as a ‘must-win’ and
offense and he held them
we wanted to make sure we
down, setting up Sam Koenig
went into the playoffs with a
Times-Tribune photo by Mary Langenfeld to close the game”

See HTL, page 16 Ivan Monreal and Middleton’s Home Talent League team begin the postseason Sunday. See LOSS, page 16
PAGE 14 TIMES-TRIBUNE THURSDAY, AUGUST 2, 2018
Gators win conference title
BY DINO RESS
For the Times-Tribune
The 2018 Middleton Gators
swim team pulled off an
incredible achievement win-
ning the 2018 Madison All-
City Swim Competition. The
event, in its 57th year, hon-
ored Mr. Thomas H. Knoche,
a long-time fixture of the
All-City League tournament
and for whom the All-City
Championship trophy will be
posthumously named after.
More than 2,100 individu-
al swimmers entered compe-
tition that ran last Thursday
through Saturday. Middleton
downed arch-rival Ridgewood,
1888.5-1820, to capture the
title. Monona Swim Club fin-
ished third.
This is the Gators’ first All-
City League title since 2009,
and it’s second overall.
“We have built something
very special here in this com-
munity,” Gators coach Lauren
Cabalka said. “We are not a
community pool. We are one
of only two public recreation-
al swim teams competing in
All-City, but somehow, despite
having such a large roster,
we’ve been able to keep this a
tight, close knit group.
“There is nothing I love
more than watching my swim-
mers from a very young age
move through life and grow
into a confident and capable
space.”
8 & Under
The Gator girls won the age
group trophy, which contribut-
ed greatly to the team’s overall
point total. Middleton’s ‘A’
Team Relay of Jane Garlock,
Taetem Martin, Zoë Ress,
Gianna Gabert and Kayley
Burt dominated the field in the
100-meter medley relay and
100-meter freestyle events,
finishing first in both races.
Middleton’s ‘B’ team of Quinn
Mazur, Madeline Schecher,
Nora Meudt, Ava Lindsey and
Ellie Wolf raced to eighth and
seventh place, respectively.
In the 25-meter freestyle
race, Jane Garlock stormed the
blocks to take in the cham-
pionship heat, while Mazur
finished 15th in the consola-
tion heat. Garlock and Martin
finished 2-3 in the 25-meter
backstroke championship,
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while Wolf took seventh place
and Lindsey took 12th.
In the 25-meter breast-
stroke, Gabert took second,
Burt was sixth, Wolf was sev-
enth and Meudt finished 13th.
In the 25-meter butterfly event,
Martin and Ress fought their
way to second and fourth place
finishes, with teammate Tessa
Milner taking 12th. In the 100-
meter individual medley, Ress
battled her way to first, while
Gabert raced to third. Lindsey
finished 11th and Meudt was
13th in the consolation heat.
On the boys’ side, The
A-Team of Connor Madden,
Christopher Kiehl, Evan
Mazur, Will Rothering, and
Luke Strasia took third in
the 100-meter medley relay
and fourth in the 100-meter
freestyle relay events. In
the 25-meter freestyle race,
Rothering was third, Mazur
finished seventh and Strasia
finished 16th. In the 25 back-
stroke, Mazur, Madden, and
Leo Cullen finished 10th, 11th
and 13th, while Kiehl was third
in the 25-meter breaststroke.
9-10
On the girls’ side, the Gator
A-Team of Brynn Sundell,
Ellen Jin, Vala Dis Cicero, and
Sulia Miller captured first place
in both the 200-meter med-
ley relay and the 200-meter
freestyle relay. Middleton’s
B-team of Anna Dart, Clara
Kiehl, Irene Lee and Carly
Kubsh finished fourth. The
C-Team of Aoife Ryan-Laiser,
Grace Charles, Layla Brown
and Maggie Onopa finished
fifth.
In the 50-meter freestyle,
Miller finished third and Jin
was fifth. In the consolation
heat, Kiehl was ninth, Dart
was 11th, Onopa finished 12th,
Brown was 14th and Katherine
Nelson took 15th. In the
50-meter backstroke, Ryan-
Kaiser finished 11th.
In the 100-meter individ-
ual medley, Sundell, Cicero
and Charles finished first, sec-
ond and fourth, respectively,
while Lee was 12th. In the
50-meter breaststroke race, Jin
captured first while teammates
Lee, Charles, Kiehl and Kubsh
finished 8-9-10-11 and Dart Photos submitted
placed 15th. In the 50-meter
butterfly, Cicero and Sundell Grace Charles (top) was all smiles after the Middleton Gators won the All-City championship. Above (from left), Coach Andi
See SWIMMERS, page 15 Kent, Coach Lauren Cabalka, Middleton Gators Vice President of Swimming Operations Susan Pinder and Coach Hannah
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Ryan Kaiser took eighth and
Kubsh finished 10th.
On the boys’ side, the
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of Ben Cutler-Heiderscheit,
Yijoon Kang, Sam Wolf, Aidan
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first place in the 200-meter
freestyle relay with a winning
time of 1:12.96.
In the 50-meter freestyle,
Cutler-Heiderscheit took sec-
ond and Morner finished ninth.
Cutler-Heiderscheit added
another second-place finish in
the 50-meter backstroke race,
while teammate Sam Keith fin-
ished 14th. In the 100-meter
individual medley, Gator
swimming phenomenon Wolf
broke the All-City record for
the event finishing in a blaz-
ing time of 1:13.12, almost 15
full seconds ahead of the sec-
ond-place racer. Kang added a
third place finish.
Wolf again blitzed the
competition in the 50-meter
breaststroke and continued his
assault on the record books
by establishing a new All-
City record of 37.18 seconds.
Kang took fourth, Benjamin
Freiberg, Morner and Drape
finished 7-8-9, while Drape
also placed eighth in the
50-meter butterfly.
11-12
The girls’ A-team combina-
tion of Annika Diny, Lauryn
Brown, Olivia Budzinski,
Claire Rothering and Piper
Garcia-Hall finished second in
the 200-meter medley relay.
In the 200-meter freestyle
relay event, Brown, Claire
Rothering, Budzinski and
Garcia-Hall placed second in
the 200-meter freestyle relay.
In the 50-meter freestyle
race, Garcia Hall took third,
Rothering took seventh, Brown
finished 10th and Tait Haag
placed 14th. In the 50-meter
backstroke, specialist Annika
Diny finished sixth.
In the 100-meter individ-
ual medley, Maja Cicero fin-
ished 10th, Haag was twelfth,
and Rothering finished 15th.
Olivia Budzinski struck gold
in the 50-meter breaststroke
with a first place finish, while
Brown took third while team-
mate Cicero was 12th. In
the 50-meter butterfly event,
Budzinski placed sixth and
Diny finished 10th.
On the boys’ side,
Middleton’s A-Team of
Theo Wolf, Luke Lamers, AJ
Charles, Tyler Choedak and
Matthew Golden combined for
two first place finishes in the
At left, the Middeton Gators seniors received a ride in the bucket of a firetruck during a victory
parade. Above, girls 8-and-under All-Star relay winners (from left) Zoë Ress, Gianna Gabert,
Taetem Martin and Jane Garlock pose during a celebration at the Walter R. Bauman Aquatic
Center.
200-meter medley and 200-
meter freestyle relay events.
In the 50-meter freestyle race,
Lamers finished third. In the
50-meter backstroke, Wolf
took first, Golden finished
fifth, Charles took seventh and
Jackson Esteves added a ninth-
place finish.
The Gators owned the 100-
meter individual medley event
with Tyler Choedak taking
first, Lamers finishing third,
Wolf capturing fourth, Esteves
placing eighth and Colin
Gabert taking 15th. In the
50-meter breaststroke, Miles
Wagener and Gabert finished
12th and 13th, respectively.
Choedak added another first-
place ribbon in the 50-meter
butterfly, while Charles was
fourth, Wagener was sixth, and
Golden closed out the race in
10th place.
13-14
The lady Gators’ A-Team
of Ella Graf, Natalie Charles,
Molly Haag, and Hailey
Barrett established a new
All-City record in the 200-
meter medley relay in a blis-
tering time of 2:04.25. The
Gator B-team participants
Ella Needham, Abigail
Ensenberger, Annabeth Reihl
and Ryanne Woodall finished
sixth.
In the 200-meter free-
style relay, A-Team members
Needham, Barrett, Graf and
Haag finished fifth. In the 100-
meter freestyle relay, Needham
placed ninth and Barrett was
12th.
In the 100-meter back-
stroke, Graf raced to sec-
ond, Barrett was eighth, and
Needham finished 11th. In the
100-meter individual medley,
Haag was ninth and Charles
finished 11th. In the 100-meter
breaststroke, Charles took
second, Graf was fifth, and
Ensenberger finished ninth. In
the 50-meter butterfly, Haag
took fourth place.
The men’s squad A-Team
took eighth place in the 200-
meter medley relay and ninth
place in the 200-meter free-
style relay. In the 100-meter
freestyle race, Chuanjie Jin fin-
ished sixth. Jin added a fourth-
place finish in the 100-meter
backstroke race, and in the
100-meter individual medley,
Blaise Lin was 12th.
15-19
The Lady Gators A-Team
of CJ Hippen, Sarah Wood,
Melanie Golden, and Berkley
Smith finished sixth in the
200-meter medley relay. The
A-Team consisting of Golden,
Smith, Sarah Foley, and
Hippen added an eighth place
finish in the 200-meter free-
style relay event.
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In the 100-meter freestyle
race, Smith and Hippen fin-
ished 13th and 14th, respec-
tively. Hippen added a ninth-
place ribbon in the 100-meter
backstroke. Golden was 11th
in the 200-meter individual
medley race. In the 100-meter
breaststroke, Wood finished
sixth, and in the 100-meter
butterfly, Golden was sixth and
Foley finished 12th.
On the boys’ side,
Middleton’s A-Team of Alex
Starr, Jackson Madonia,
Nathan Lamers, and Joseph
McNerney finished eighth.
In the 200-meter free-
style relay, Owen Moseley
joined McNerney, Lamers,
and Madonia to take eighth.
Madonia posted a fourth-place
finish in the 200-meter individ-
ual medley and a third-place
finish in the 100-meter breast-
stroke. Lamers took fifth in the
100-meter butterfly.
At the closing of ceremo-
nies, the announcers awarded
Middleton with second place
in the efficiency category and
age group trophies were pre-
sented to Gator coaches for
the 8 & Under girls, 9-10 girls,
and 11-12 boys age groups.
Immediately after the celebra-
tion Middleton coaches and
seniors were given a fire truck
escort during an impromptu
parade back to the friend-
ly confines of the Walter R.
Bauman Aquatic Center in
Middleton.
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Sauk Prairie took a 2-0 lead bases loaded, Lucas Koenig

in the fourth inning. singled to drive home both
Sam Koenig led off with Elijah Jorgenson and Chucky
a single and Lucas Koenig Schara. 
bunted for a hit. With runners • All-Stars: The HTL
on first and second, Jeremy All-Star game is Friday at 7
Meier sacrificed the runners p.m. at Warner Park. Brennan
over, then Dylan Slotty fol- Schmitt and Dylan Acker will
lowed with a two-run single. represent Middleton.
Middleton answered with a
run in the fifth.
Drew Farrell walked and
moved to second on a sacri-
fice bunt by Ivan Monreal. PUBLIC NOTICE
Hunter Bindl then walked and TOWN OF
Brandon Scheidler reached on SPRINGFIELD
an error by the first baseman NOTICE IS HEREBY
to load the bases.  GIVEN that the public test of
Luke Schafer then lined a the automatic tabulating
single to left to score Farrell equipment to be used at the
Primary Election, will be con-
and trim Sauk’s lead to 2-1. ducted on Thursday, Aug. 9,
But the Twins worked out of 2018 at 9:00 a.m. at the fol-
the jam. lowing locations:
“We had some opportu-
nities  to score,” Hellenbrand Springfield Town Hall
said. “We just didn’t get the 6157 County Road P
clutch hit when we needed it.” Dane, WI 53529
It stayed that way until Dianah Fayas,
Clerk-Treasurer
the ninth, when the Twins
added two insurance runs Publish: 8/2/18 WNAXLP
and took a 4-1 lead. With the
Times-Tribune photo by Mary Langenfeld
TOWN BOARD SUPERVISOR VACANCY
Andrew Zimmerman and Middleton’s Home Talent League team are the No. 2 seed in the Northern Section’s playoffs.
TOWN OF CROSS PLAINS
The Town Board of Supervisors is assessing whether or not to
appoint an individual to this elected position vacancy before
Spring 2019 election. Individuals who reside in the Town and

HTL
win,” said Middleton manag-
er Brandon Hellenbrand. “I
thought offensively we hit the
ball really well and our pitchers
did a good job of holding them
to the three runs. We came out
and put the ball into play and
got some of those clutch hits
that we needed to. Those were
the differences today.”
Middleton’s offense pound-
ed out 10 hits. Dubler was
one of four 29ers with multiple
hits and led the 29ers with
two extra-base hits, including
a two-strike, two-out, go-ahead
double in the fifth inning of a
tie game against Ashton start-
ing pitcher Derrick Rothwell.
“It’s just about being com-
fortable and getting pitch-
es you can hit,” Dubler said.
“(Rothwell) has good stuff.
You have to get a good pitch to
hit. If he’s painting the corners,
his first two strikes are pretty
much unhittable. I found a way
to battle back.”
Brady Schmitt started on
the mound for Middleton and
allowed two runs on three hits
over four innings. Dylan Acker
picked up the win for the 29ers
after allowing one run on two
hits over 1⅔ innings of relief.
Middleton pitchers combined
to allow just six hits.
Rothwell started and took
the loss on the mound where
he allowed five runs on six hits
and struck out six over five
innings for Ashton.
The Ashton pitching staff
allowed 10 free bases to
Middleton, including six walks,
three hit-batters, and one reach-
ing on an error. Four of the free
base runners turned into runs
for Middleton.
“Our pitchers should have
thrown more strikes than they
did today,” Ashton manager
Dave Adler said. “Walks hav-
en’t really been an issue on the
season, they just were today.”
Middleton got on the board
in the first with a two-out
rally after Rothwell quickly
retired the first two 29ers on
four pitches. Brennan Schmitt
singled, Dubler walked, and
Josh Hinson was hit by a pitch
to load the bases. Andrew
Zimmerman knocked in
Schmitt and Dubler with a sin-
gle and gave Middleton a 2-0
lead.
Ashton tied the game in
the third inning, also with two
outs. Kyle Clapper led off the
inning with a walk and came
around to score on a Shane
Adler home run to tie it, 2-2.
Adler earned every bit of the
home run, as it came on a full
count with two outs on the 11th
pitch of the at-bat.
“Shane kept fouling off and
fouling off, got the pitch he
wanted, and put it over the
fence,” Dave Adler said.
Middleton did more two-out
damage in the fifth. Brandon
Scheidler hit a single with one
out, and Brennan Schmitt drew
a walk with two outs to put
runners at first and second.
That led to the go-ahead dou-
ble for Dubler, with Schielder
and Schmitt coming around to
score. Hinson followed with a
single that scored Dubler and
put Middleton ahead, 5-2.
“Rothwell threw well today
and he is Ashton’s ace. It
was nice to face him today,”
Hellenbrand said. “Rothwell
had us off balance a little bit
today, but Kevin was able to
open up the game with the big
double. That got us going the
rest of the way.”
Ashton added a run in the
sixth. Dylan Acker quick-
ly retired the first two A’s
then allowed an infield sin-
gle to Liam Belleveau. Tanner
Meinholz reached on an error,
Nolan Kelliher walked to load
the bases, and Clapper drew
a bases loaded walk to score
Belleveau and make it 5-3.
Middleton answered with
two runs in the seventh.
Dubler led off with a home
run, then Hinson reached on
an error and moved to sec-
ond on a Zimmerman single.
Alan Roden hit into a fielder’s
choice, and a throwing error
by Ashton on the play allowed
Hinson to scoot home from
second to make it 7-3.
In the eighth, Scheidler got
hit by a pitch and moved to
third on a single from Luke
Schafer. Schafer was forced
out at second and Scheidler
scored on a Schmitt fielder’s
choice. Hinson followed with
a double that scored Schmitt
from first and made it 9-3.
Ashton hopes to put this
game behind them and start
preparing for the win-or-go-
home playoffs.
“We need a few more guys
hitting the ball,” Adler said.
“We need to get some key hits
at the right time.”
Middleton now hopes its
high-scoring offense and deep
roster can keep rolling into the
playoffs.
“Our team is a little differ-
ent than in the past — we have
a lot of depth — so that kind of
changes things,” Dubler said.
“If someone’s not on, we can
keep moving guys around until
something fits. I feel really
confident in this group.”
Hellenbrand agreed.
“We are deep. That’s big-
gest thing I can say about our
team,” Hellenbrand said. “We
have guys that are able to step
up at any given point and if
someone isn’t doing the job,
LEGAL NOTICE
TOWN OF CROSS
PLAINS
This is to give notice that
the Office of Clerk for the
Town of Cross Plains will
conduct a public test of the
DS200 and the ESS Auto
Mark electronic voting equip-
ment on August 9, 2018 at
3:00 p.m., at 3734 County P,
the Community Center. This
is in accordance with Section
5.84(1) of the Wisconsin
Statutes.
Nancy Meinholz, Clerk
Publish: 8/2/18 WNAXLP
continued from page 13
we know that the next guy can
come in and get the job done.”
“We have a lot of guys
throwing that are doing really
well right now. Pitching-wise,
hopefully we’ll be very strong
going in,” said Hellenbrand.
“The lineup we put out there
today I feel is one of the best
in Home Talent. As long as we
come out and do what we’ve
been doing all year, I think we
can make a run.”
• Cross Plains 16,
Wisconsin Dells 0 — The
Businessmen cruised in their
regular season finale and fin-
ished 7-9.
Cross Plains then won a coin
flip with Black Earth, which
also finished 7-9, on Monday
night and earned the No. 6 seed
in the playoffs.
Cross Plains will be at
third-seeded Mazomanie
Sunday at 1 p.m.
Middleton …… 200 030 220 — 9 10 1
Ashton …….. 002 001 000 — 3 6 2
PITCHERS (IP-H-ER-BB-K)
MID — Schmitt (4-3-2-4-1), Acker
(W;1.2-2-1-2-0), Farrell (3.1-1-0-0-1).
ASH — Rothwell (L;5-6-5-2-6),
Peternell (2-2-2-2-1), Adler (2-2-2-2-1).
LEADING HITTERS: MID -
Scheidler 2x4, Dubler 2x3, Hinson 2x4,
Zimmerman 2x4. 2B - Dubler, Hinson.
HR - Dubler. ASH - Belleveau 2x4.
HR - Adler.
PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF
MIDDLETON
NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that the public test of
the automatic tabulating
equipment to be used at the
Fall Partisan Primary
Election will be conducted on
Wednesday, August 8, 2018
at 9:00 a.m. at the following
location:
Middleton Town Hall
7555 W. Old Sauk Rd.
Verona, WI 53593
Lisa M. Pardon, Clerk
Town of Middleton
Publish: 8/2/18 WNAXLP
interested in being appointed to the position only through April
2019 or appointed with the intent to run for the position should
send a letter of interest outlining qualifications and reasons for
wanting to serve on Town Board to Town Clerk at
tcpclerk@tds.net by August 31, 2018. The Board wants all Town
residents to have an opportunity to volunteer to be appointed and
to have an open process on whether to fill the position before the
Spring election. The Board reserves the right due to either sig-
nificant or little interest to not fill the position prior to the 2019
election.
Publish: 8/2/18 & 8/16/18 WNAXLP
VILLAGE OF CROSS PLAINS
PUBLIC TEST OF VOTING MACHINES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a test of the Voting
Machines for the Partisan Primary Election in the Village of Cross
Plains will be run on Thursday, August 9th, 2018 at 10 am. The
following location will be used to conduct this test:
Cross Plains-Berry Fire District
Fire Station
1501 Bourbon Road
Cross Plains, WI 53528
If you have any questions concerning your polling place, con-
tact Caitlin Stene, Village Administrator/Clerk at (608) 798-3241
ext. 105 or cstene@cross-plains.wi.us.
Caitlin Stene
Village Administrator/Clerk
Publish: 8/2/18 WNAXLP
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tree pruning throughout Middleton until 12:00 PM (noon) August
28, 2018 at the City of Middleton, Department of Public Lands,
7426 Hubbard Avenue, Middleton, Wisconsin 53562, at which
time they will be publicly opened and read aloud.
The work includes:
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Bidders shall comply with all provisions of Section 66.0903 of
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The City of Middleton reserves the right to reject any or all
Bids, to waive any technicality, and to accept any Bid which it
deems advantageous. All Bids shall remain subject to accept-
ance for 60 days after the time set for opening Bids.
Published by the authority of the City of Middleton.
Lorie J. Burns, City Clerk
Publish: 8/2/18 WNAXLP
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SIMON
egos. But Simon, an anal,
Type-A personality, is as ego-
less as they come.
“I really appreciate it,”
Pertzborn said. “It’s certainly
not something Tim had to do.”
Indeed.
Middleton athletic direc-
tor Bob Joers said he was
pleased with the job Simon
has done since taking over
as the Cardinals’ head man
in 2004. In the time since,
Middleton has gone 111-39
for a .740 winning percentage,
went to the state semifinals in
2008 and the state quarterfi-
nals in 2010 and 2016. The
Cardinals have also qualified
for the playoffs 22 consecu-
tive years, which is tied with
Hartland Arrowhead for the
largest streak in Division 1.
Sure, there will always be
detractors about Middleton’s
11-14 record in the postsea-
son under Simon (.440). But
Simon runs a model program,
his teams are respectful and
play the right way, and the
majority of players leave MHS
better for the experience.
“Tim did a great job, no
doubt about it,” Middleton
athletic director Bob Joers
said. “He certainly wasn’t
in any kind of trouble here.
He could have been the head
coach as long as he wanted.
This was just about him try-
ing to doing something for
Jason.”
When Simon made the
decision to promote Pertzborn
— and received Joers’ approv-
al — Pertzborn was a final-
ist for the Madison Memorial
coaching job. Deep down,
Simon knew there was some-
thing about that combination
that just didn’t work.
Pertzborn not only played at
Middleton, he lives and teach-
es in the district. Pertzborn’s
two daughters go to school in
the district, as well.
“He is Middleton, through
and through,” Simon said of
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Pertzborn. “Being a colleague, and players respond to him.
let alone a good friend of And he has the respect of the
mine, I would just hate to see staff that he’ll soon lead.
him coach elsewhere, espe- Simon, on the other hand,
cially when he would remain says he plans to coach “into
a Middleton teacher, resident my 70s.” He’ll just do it as the
and father. His dream job has assistant head coach and guide
always been to be a head foot- position groups instead of the
ball coach for Middleton High whole team.
School.” “I will be honest, this
Pertzborn should thrive in has been an extremely dif-
his new role. ficult decision,” Simon
Pertzborn has a bright said.  “However, it is a sacri-
offensive mind and a knack fice I am willing to make to
for calling plays. He’s tough help a good friend’s dream
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Stagecoach develo old fashioned faith

approval
war

repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or

earns final city
Belief in a supernatural
growth
fuels a local church’sof corn and pastures in
fields
plan across

implementation
BY MATT GEIGER which horses thunder rural
of
the windswept earth
specific
City council okays
Times-Tribune the ideas of
Q and just Wisconsin. Here,

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west of Highway are still very
leaving only a brief
discussion Lake subdi- and good and evil
Trail Apart- south of the North Good and evil. Angels the battle between
tails for Stagecoach before receiving approval. the Devil. real, and
spe- vision. demons. God and them rages on.
BY CAMERON BREN ments in the developer’s Most The council also
approved
The 46-unit three
story
Heaven and Hell. Richard
cific implementation
plan. them The Very Reverend
Times-Tribune been worked You don’t hear about Pastor of St. Mary
of
of the details had city as much as you
used to, in Heilman, he has drawn
out between the developer, days. Pine Bluff, says
Common committees most churches these have lines in a very literal supernat-

local company’s tech?

The Middleton planning staff and Many Christian leaders those lines are
the final de- for a ural war. And
Council approved
eschewed such terms

Did foreign firm steal

in young families
of spiritu- bringing
softer, gentler brand looking for respite
mentioned, who are

dealer-owned turf equipment.

ality. If they are and moral
metaphori- from secularism
trial. it’s often in broad,
theft of trade secrets Wind
relativism.
it seems
Beijing-based Sinovel cal contexts. “Since the 1960s,

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BY KEVIN MURPHY Supercon- That’s not the way
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Hidden
und Voices
com- customer, software developed old- 7
breathtakingly ornate, See RELIGION, page

City may
A former Middleton controls and between
Chinese firm Assistant style church nestled
pany closed after a soft- in
Middleton, said
O’Shea.
stole and used its valuable told U.S. Attorney Tim

Gro
developed
ware, a federal prosecutor of a The software was

mon
the start
jurors Monday at

create an
Creating Com
ethics board
A look at some of Wisconsin’sSt. most vibrant African American authors

assistance in free membership registration, downloading, and

of Century
On Tuesday,
and27,Branch
Ave.February the Middle- who also lived and worked in the Madison level. Advance registration is appreci-
vision to the corner ton Public Library will feature a multime- area during the 20th century: novelist Jean ated (online at midlibrary.org/events or by
d brings a unique dia presentation entitled “Hidden Voices: Toomer, playwright Lorraine Hansberry, email at info@midlibrary.org).
Adrienne Hulburt-Strou

The qualified candidate must be able to pass a

groups to meet.”
Mayor Brar called for board African-American Writers in Wisconsin.”
Three African American Madison-area
and poet Sarah Webster Fabio. This event in honor of Black History
The program will feature poetry, prose, Month is made possible by the Friends of
community
writers - poet Fabu, novelist Sherry Lucille, and drama that illuminate what it means to the Middleton Public Library, the Beyond
BY KATHERINE PERRETH maintaining the code of
BY CAMERON BREN and playwright and novelist Catrina Spark- be black in Wisconsin. the Page Endowment, the National Endow-
Times-Tribune ethics which sets standards
Times-Tribune man - will discuss their work in relation The event will take place at 6:30 p.m. in ment for the Humanities, and the Madison
of conduct for city officials
to three African American literary giants the Archer Room on the Library’s lower Community Foundation.
accuse and employees, interpret
No one could ever ethics guidelines and inves-
of Mayor Gurdip Brar has
Adrienne Hulburt-Stroud tigate complaints alleging
called on city officials to

working with this digital project information. Please contact us at

dreaming small. improper conduct.
they will consider implementing an
“‘If I build it, City attorney Larry Be-
my motto,” this year. ethics board which would
come,’ has been mon Ground early chler pointed out in his
of her plans review complaints, conduct
Hulburt-Stroud said memo alongside the draft
investigations and hold pub-
to create a café-cum-commu- that complaints would re-
Common lic hearings for findings.
nity center called quire a two-stage prob-
a location in Late 2017 Brar pro-
Ground. It is to be able cause before being
Hulburt- posed the ethics board
Middleton, the bubbly processed by the ethics
“every- to the city council which
Stroud explained, where board.
referred it to the city at-

drug screen, possess a valid drivers license and have

ground
one can find common “First stage calls for the
have not torney to prepare a draft.
with those you may city clerk and the chairper-
a place for On Feb. 6 the common
otherwise met, and son of the ethics board to
council referred the draft to

608-821-3959 if you have any questions.

the licenses and ordinance determine whether the com-
said. committee for review. plaint is complete,” Bechler
me,” Hulburt-Stroud said. “So for example if the
The role of the ethics
board would be to advise
the common council on See ETHICS, page 6
by Matt Geiger
Times-Tribune photo
ways of looking
paint, and fresh new
COW reviews downtown is busy applying fresh
coats of
Adrienne Hulburt-Stroudbusiness intersect, at the future site
of Common Ground
on the cor-
and
plaza and airport expansion
at the ways community
ner of Century Avenue
and Branch Street.

for
Director of community de-

Four candidates vieCross

BY CAMERON BREN

The Contractor shall be required to pay not less than the min-
velopment Abby Attoun first
Times-Tribune
spoke on the public plaza. She

an excellent driving history as well as have the ability

said since it was on the council

three seats on the

The City of Middleton’s agenda earlier in the week there
Committee of the Whole re- was not much to update.
ceived updates from city staff Requests for proposals for

Plains Village Board

on a potential expansion of the landscape architecture have
airport and the development of been distributed, Attoun said. Photo by Hedi Lamar Photography

a downtown public plaza. The
airport expansion is the earli-
est stages while the downtown
plaza is currently seeking re-
quests for proposals.
The city will accept up to 12 Authors (from left) Fabu, Catrina Sparkman and Sherry Lucille will come to Middleton to discuss their work in relation to
proposals though Attoun said three African AmericanBrosius literaryand
giants
Lee who also lived and
Voting is worked in Wisconsin on February 27.
William
Sorensen.
she doubts the city will get that for three seats will all
running and the top three vote-getters
many.Four candidates are spring. at-large, writers who cameJudy Ketel-
before them. gotten the credit they deserve. in Wisconsin.”
Cross Plains Village
BoardBYthis
MATT GEIGER earn seats on the board.
Incumbent
on
Thethecity closed on the prop- Sparkman lists Toni Morri- Fabu recalls standing in front of What she found when she
and Kevin Thusius

imum rate as established by law.

Jeanne Statz is not seeking re-election.
Times-Tribune
boeter
Challengers
erty, which was purchasedasfrom
well as incumbents son, Ernest Hemingway and a wall dedicated to Wisconsin came here was a world of black
be on the ballot, more on her personal list. But writers in a Milwaukee public authors – poets, playwrights,
T. will
Wall Enterprises and took
“It’s a very interesting thing, many of Wisconsin’s greatest library, and not seeing a single novelists, essayists and more.
See COW, page 6 as a writer, to be invisible,” black literary voices have gone African American face. She Their voices were an integral
muses celebrated poet Fabu largely unacknowledged by the remembers a list of influential part of the American literary
Carter. “It is strange, because general populace. writers compiled at the Uni- canon, but for those outside

to perform basic repairs and required maintenance

writing propels you into the Hidden Voices aims to versity of Wisconsin-Madison of academia, they were not al-
world.” change that. that likewise omitted diverse ways widely known. The three
Led by Fabu and fellow au- “Writing is such a beautiful authors. writers about whom Fabu, Lu-
thors Catrina Sparkman and thing,” explains Sparkman. As a youth, she was told that cille and Sparkman will talk on
Sherry Lucille, an upcoming “It’s solitary of course, but it black populations began mov- February 27 are just a few key
event at the Middleton Public requires so much listening.” ing to Wisconsin, from Chi- examples.

The Town of Middleton reserves the right to waive any infor-

Library called “Hidden Voices” “Our culture, our history, our cago, as late as the middle of “It’s about celebrating these
will bring three vital 20th cen- contributions to the world are the 20 century. people,” she says. “It’s not
th

tury literary figures - Jean largely unknown,” says Fabu. “As a scholar, I learned about guilt. It’s not about beat-
Toomer, Lorraine Hansberry, “So I learned as a child, that’s that there have been African ing anyone over the head. It’s
and Sarah Webster Fabio – into it was best to learn for myself.” Americans here, free, since the about exploring and getting to
the spotlight. Now she’s working to pass that 1700s,” she says. “Also slaves.” know your neighbors. I think
They hope to raise the voices knowledge on to others. Originally from Memphis, that’s a good thing.
of these writers from the past. Fabu, a well-traveled public Fabu came to the University Lucille’s love of stories, par-
They think in doing so, they speaker, author and scholar has of Wisconsin – one of the few ticularly romantic ones, began
can inspire readers to seek out spent time in Kenya (The Uni- universities offering top level early in life. Like every author,
the Midwest’s fresh new Afri- versity of Nairobi Press pub- African and African American she learned through reading.

using special tools and equipment.

can American authors today, as lished one of her books), but literary studies - for graduate “Jane Austin is my favorite,”
well. she says Wisconsinites don’t school. She fell in love with the she says. “But at a point I came

mality and to reject any or all Bids. The letting of the work
Sparkman believes a good au- need to travel that far to find Midwest, and now calls Madi- to realize she’s long gone; she’s
thor can transcend barriers such important black voices. Wis- son home. not going to write anymore.”
as race and gender. Or bring consin is rich with them. “I have lived here for Lucille tried to find other au-
them tumbling down. All you have to do is know more than 30 years,” Fabu thors who delved artfully into
Today’s black writers are in- how to listen says. “This is where I have in-
fluenced by a broad spectrum of But they haven’t always vested love, life, and writing – See VOICES, page 3

described herein is subject to the provisions of Sections 60.47,

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Middleton’s new turf field completed

BY ROB REISCHEL
Times-Tribune
Bob Joers had taken enough
ribbing.
For 11 years, Middleton’s
athletic director received plen-
ty of compliments about the
turf field at Otto Breitenbach
Stadium. But Joers always
heard the same complaint from
the Middleton faithful.
“We’ve heard for a long
time that the red (on the field)
is Sun Prairie red,” Joers said.
Not anymore.
Middleton recently had a
new turf field installed — and
the red is definitely “Middleton
red.”
Sun Prairie’s red is lighter
and brighter than Middleton’s.
After studying several samples,
Joers picked a red that was
darker and far more representa-
tive of Middleton’s true colors. Times-Tribune photo by Mary Langenfeld
“When we were looking, we
had samples and I was like, ‘I There’s a new turf field at Middleton High School that came at no cost to the taxpayers.
don’t think it’s any different,’ ”
Joers said. “It looked different
in the sample, looks a little The design is simplistic in nice.” the field — which becomes began the project began on First and foremost, though,
darker, but we weren’t sure. nature, which adds to its charm. Not only is the field aesthet- an extremely popular place June 4 and guaranteed com- this is a football field. And
But turns out, it’s definitely a There’s a Cardinal in the ically pleasing, it was remark- when inclement weather strikes pletion within 35 days. With a everyone associated with the
little darker.” middle of the field with a yel- ably economical. — and puts that money in a six-man crew including a fore- Cardinals’ program was thrilled
Middleton football coach low beak. Middleton is spelled The cost of the turf was “rainy day fund.” That fund man, the field was done on July with the finished product.
Tim Simon agreed. out in white lettering in each $550,000. But the Middleton- had approximately $275,000 in 3 — well ahead of schedule. “It’s great. It really is,”
“We had a couple of college endzone. And aside from the Cross Plains Area School it, meaning the taxpayers didn’t In addition to football and Joers said. “And I told these
kids stop by and they said, football yard markings, the District received $275,000 in have to pay a cent for the new lacrosse, gym classes will use (football) guys, we’ve got new
‘That’s a darker red isn’t it?’ only other lines on the field are a lawsuit after the blades in the field. the field. The soccer teams — uniforms, new turf. Now we’ve
” Simon said. “And I said, for lacrosse — which will also old turf began to split too soon. “This was no cost to the tax- which both play at Firefighter’s got no excuses.”
‘Yeah!’ I think it looks really use the field. That, in essence, cut the cost of payers,” Simon said. “That’s Memorial Park — will also
good.” “I’m really happy,” Joers the turf in half. huge.” use the field when theirs is
It sure does. said. “I think it looks really Middleton also rents out The company FieldTurf unplayable.

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