MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the death of 25-year-old staffer, Ben Belzer, the governor’s personal assistant, who died tragically in a tubing accident over the weekend. “Kathy and I and my team are stunned by the loss of Ben this past weekend. It’s unimaginable that he’s gone. “Ben was simply incomparable. He was remarkably talented and, even at 25, … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Announces the Passing of Ben Belzer
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Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Radio Address on Broadband Access
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address on the Governor's Task Force on Broadband Access, which was announced earlier this week. Governor Tony Evers & Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes · Gov. Tony Evers Delivers Democratic Radio Address- July 16, 2020 Hi, folks. Governor Tony Evers here. Seemingly overnight, COVID-19 has changed how … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Radio Address on Broadband Access
Gov. Evers Applauds WHEFA for a Successful 2020 Fiscal Year Helping Wisconsin Nonprofits
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today commended the Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authority (WHEFA), which just issued its 2020 Fiscal Year in Review for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2020.The report indicates WHEFA saved Wisconsin nonprofit institutions nearly $70.6 million by refinancing outstanding debt and completed 21 financings for such institutions totaling … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Applauds WHEFA for a Successful 2020 Fiscal Year Helping Wisconsin Nonprofits
Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Creating Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access
MADISON – Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #80 creating the Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access. The task force will advise the governor and Wisconsin State Legislature on broadband actions and policy, including strategies for successfully expanding high speed internet access to every residence, business, and institution in the state; initiatives for … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Creating Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access
Gov. Evers Announces People’s Maps Commission Application and Selection Processes
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the official application and selection processes for The People’s Maps Commission, a nonpartisan redistricting commission charged with drawing fair, impartial maps following the 2020 U.S. Census. During his 2020 State of the State Address, Gov. Evers announced he would be creating a commission comprised of the people … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Announces People’s Maps Commission Application and Selection Processes