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  • published 2023 Fox Point in Elections 2023 2023-01-12 17:56:59 -0600

    2023 Fox Point

    Janet Protasiewicz for Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court

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    Janet Protasiewicz

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    Milwaukee County Appeals Court, District 1

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    William Brash, Incumbent

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    Sarah Geenen

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    Senate District 8

    Jodi Habush Sinykin

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    Village President
    William Kravit Linked In
    Christine Symchych Facebook | email

     

    Village Trustee, 2 seats
    Mark Freeman  
    Gregory Ollman, Incubent email
    Jennie J. Stoltz Linked In

     

    Nicolet Union High School Board, 2 seats
    Dr. Leigh Wallace Tabak, Incumbent website
    Theresa Fremont Seem, Incumbent Linked In

     

    Maple Dale-Indian Hills School Board, 2 seats
    Neil Mehta, Incumbent email
    Sarah Miller, Incumbent email

     

    Fox Point-Bayside School Board, 2 seats
    Anne O'Donoghue, Incumbent email
    Beth Gould, Incumbent email
    Halah Maykham  

  • published 2023 Brown Deer in Elections 2023 2023-01-12 17:56:08 -0600

    2023 Brown Deer

    Janet Protasiewicz for Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court

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    Janet Protasiewicz

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    Milwaukee County Appeals Court, District 1

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    William Brash, Incumbent

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    Sarah Geenen

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    Senate District 8

    Jodi Habush Sinykin

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    Village Trustee, 2 seats
    Amos Owens, Incumbent website| email
    Edmond Greaves Facebook | email

     

    Brown Deer School Board, 2 seats
    Dr. Todd Beadle, Incumbent Facebook | email
    Dorinthia Robinson, Incumbent website | Facebook | email

  • published home 2022-08-26 15:03:48 -0500

    Welcome to Grassroots North Shore

     


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    Located on the North Shore of suburban Milwaukee, including Ozaukee County, Grassroots North Shore (GRNS) is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit, political action committee dedicated to voter education and engagement for progressive issues and candidates. GRNS sponsors both issues forums (e.g., School Boards Under Attack) and candidate forums (e.g., the leading Democratic primary candidates for US Senate), and produces a weekly newsletter.

    Founded in 2004, it is widely recognized as a reliable source of information and a conduit for a wide range of activities (postcard writing, canvassing, phone banking) that enable citizens to participate effectively in our civic life, and in defense of our democracy.

    Whether we live in urban, rural or suburban communities, or where our ancestors came from, Wisconsinites believe that we all deserve the freedom to vote, and to have our votes count. We believe in fair play and the importance of preserving the rights of all Americans to have their beliefs respected and protected. As the very real threats to our democratic values and institutions grow from a radicalized and increasingly violent faction of the Republican party that views those with whom they disagree as enemies, the need for an engaged and informed citizenry has never been more important.

    Grassroots North Shore enables our North Shore and Ozaukee neighbors to work together toward this common goal.

    See Our Views on the issues we face today.

    Read more about our organization, our values, policies, and bylaws.

     


  • published Secretary of State Questionnaire in Secretary of State 2022-07-21 12:28:52 -0500

    Secretary of State Questionnaire

    1. What are the current responsibilities of this office?

      Doug La Follette:
           The SoS office currently oversees a handful of duties regarding the maintenance of state records, stewardship of the state seal, and the issuance of apostilles. The Secretary also serves as one of the three members of the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands, where they help manage the normal school fund.

      Alexia Sabor:
           Currently, this office has three important responsibilities. One is serving on the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands, which oversees 77,000 acres of natural areas in Wisconsin and manages $1.1B in trust funds. Protecting and managing those lands is critical because they provide funds for Wisconsin’s school libraries and because climate change is a real threat to every species, including us.
           The second important function is issuing apostilles, which are frequently required to conduct business overseas or complete overseas adoptions.
           Lastly, the office is responsible for filing and keeping records of official actions of the governor and legislature.

    2. What is the importance of the office – why is it valuable to keep it an elected office rather than an appointment by the Governor?

      Doug La Follette:
           The position of the Secretary was created with the ideal of being an independent keeper of records that could answer specifically to the voters. While these duties have decayed since the beginning, the Secretary’s position as an independent administrator gives the office a strong, independent advocate and spokesperson.

      Alexia Sabor:
           This statewide office performs vital functions for businesses and individuals and should be answerable to the people. The governor still has the power to appoint someone to fill a vacancy in this seat, but voters get to choose at election time. To have this position appointed rather than elected would also concentrate power in our constitutional offices, which we should avoid given current right-wing trends toward authoritarianism. As a statewide office it’s also immune to partisan gerrymandering, which means people still have the power to hold the Secretary of State accountable.

    3. What responsibilities that were stripped from the office would you try to restore, and how? Are there other responsibilities that could be incorporated into this job?

      Doug La Follette:
           The most important duties to restore would be oversight over the corporations, notaries, and trademarks. These duties were removed without much thought and have created multiple areas of inefficiency and overlap between the SoS office and the Department of Financial institutions. This would need to be done through an act of the legislature, which makes for an incredibly difficult task with our current Republican majority.
           If we were to create a wishlist, I would like to eventually see the reintegration and expansion of record-keeping authority to the office, as that was the initial thought behind its creation.

      Alexia Sabor:
           I plan to review the responsibilities that have been removed from the office over the last 40 years and examine to whom those responsibilities have been moved and how much more that costs taxpayers in additional salaries or reduced capacities for other services. I think it’s a fine idea to grow the office and restore some of its past responsibilities but that’s going to happen in conversation with voters, who should have a voice in reshaping the office, and not because right-wing extremists want to manipulate the office to their advantage.
           I’m running for fairness and transparency for all the people of Wisconsin, so I oppose partisan oversight of our elections and would not want the Secretary of State to be the only person to certify election results, as the Republicans are seeking. It would be a dangerous concentration of power to have elections certified by a single person. Instead, we should bring back the Government Accountability Board, which was a national model for nonpartisan election oversight.

    4. Why are you the best choice to fill this role?

      Doug La Follette:
           I am the best choice because I will win against any Republican this November. The office is being seriously threatened by Republicans who would see the reintroduction of elections powers into the office, thereby creating a system that would shift this state into full Republican control. I have a proven track record of winning this office even in years where the Republicans win the governorship and every other constitutional office.

      Alexia Sabor:
           I will bring a fresh perspective and new energy to this office. I’ll elevate the importance of the Secretary of State by using it as a loudspeaker for democracy to educate voters and push back on attempts to undermine our elections.
           I have a Masters degree in Conservation Biology & Sustainable Development and a Ph.D. in Forest Ecology & Management. I’m also currently Chair of the Democratic Party of Dane County, and as such I have successfully worked to increase voter turnout, help voters understand how governments and political parties work, and protect our elections. For more info visit SaborForWI.com.

  • published AD10 Candidate Questionnaire in Assembly Districts 2022-06-18 11:29:05 -0500

    AD10 Candidate Questionnaire

    1. What issues concern you the most in this newly created district, considering its wide-ranging needs and priorities?

      Bryan Kennedy:
           The state imposes mandates and restrictions on local governments. The end result of the state’s “big brother” tactics to deal with cities, villages and school districts creates the funding and equity issues we see in a district like the 10th. Some municipalities are equipped to deal with the lack of shared aid, while others struggle to comply with state mandates and to deal with the needs of their residents.
           Restoring the state shared revenue percentages and lifting restrictions on cities, villages and school boards will allow local elected officials to do their jobs and to better meet local needs.

      Darrin Madison
      :
           First, and foremost, this district needs a state representative that has personal and professional experience with working across silos and communities. My work with Urban Underground and Rep. David Bowen has spanned Glendale, Shorewood, and Milwaukee to increase youth leadership, community engagement, and equity. The policy issues that I have experience with, and am passionate about, are relevant to diverse groups of voters and stakeholders. The solutions to those issues rely on diverse groups working together.
           Once elected, I think District 10 will be an example of cross-sector collaboration and policy development that will be known across the state. It's what I've been doing since age 13, based on my values and vision for healthy intergenerational communities. Specifically, better policy to support youth, seniors, sustainability, education, municipal shared revenue and County services are opportunities I will look for in Madison.

    2. Milwaukee County has experienced severe health inequality in many ways; how has it impacted this particular area and how do you think we should mitigate disparity in health outcomes?

      Bryan Kennedy:
           As a Mayor, I have worked with County Executive Crowley in his efforts to make Milwaukee County the healthiest county in Wisconsin by achieving racial equity. When we work to dismantle institutional and structural racism, foster greater inclusion, and fund health programming that provides for those who have the greatest need, we can close the disparity gap in health outcomes. This program is making great strides in the county. A model like what we are doing in Milwaukee County taken to a state level is the prototype to mitigate disparities among other populations in the state—African American, Latino, Tribal, et al.

      Darrin Madison
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           I am a stronger candidate in this area. We can't always look for more money- first we have to leverage the available resources by increasing diversity in representation and community leadership. All residents can see the issues from their perspectives, the people most impacted have the most insight to offer. I am experienced in this type of policy and budget development. While I plan to fight for equitable policy in Madison with my colleagues, I will be an accountability partner locally to ensure that ongoing education and action leads to better outcomes.
           I was 12 votes short of being elected as County Board Supervisor- the years I spent preparing for that role will allow me to work strategically with counties to leverage all available resources for health, equity, and safety in our district, and across the state.  My focus on social determinants of health will inform policy that I introduce and support so that all communities have access to affordable health care and a clean environment.

    3. What can the legislature do to aid economic and small business development in this district?

      Bryan Kennedy:
           I serve on the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Commission. MMSD policy prioritizes small, women-owned and minority-owned business enterprises (SWMBE) in its contracting. Creating state policies that encourage the same prioritization will assist the growth of small businesses. In addition, the state should utilize the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation as a type of state-run Small Business Association. Instead of handouts to large corporations, WEDC should prioritize SWMBE, as well.

      Darrin Madison
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           Wisconsin has some strong policy in this area, TIF law, in particular. Local resistance to change, and unproductive partnerships or lack of coordination can prevent districts from taking advantage of these opportunities. It's obviously the Legislature's job to pass policy, however, it's my job to make sure that my district knows how to access the allocated funds or tools to support the local economy.  I have seen state electeds be effective in advocating at both levels and that is what I will do. I have relationships throughout the region to support non-traditional partnerships to address some of the barriers for small businesses, workforce development, and equitable and sustainable economic development. I have collaborated with every type of elected official on advancing equitable communities. I have been part of very diverse teams without feeling the need to call attention to that. It's natural for me. 

    4. It is very likely that anyone elected to represent this district will vote in a similar manner to other candidates. What can you particularly do to make an impact in the legislature and the state, given that Democrats are in a rather powerless minority?

      Bryan Kennedy:
           I have built relationships with Republicans in the legislature in order to get things for the City of Glendale. As an active member of the League of Municipalities, I have worked with Mayors in both parties. I plan to engage other local elected officials (mayors, alders, county supervisors, school board members, et al) serving in the Assembly and work with members of both parties to pursue issues of local impact. I believe I can build coalitions to make bipartisan changes in those areas.

      Darrin Madison
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           It's not only about how we vote, it's about how we work and share leadership to arrive at the best outcome. I actually would argue that my particular experience doing policy advocacy at the local, state, and national levels of government provides a niche in the assembly to introduce legislation that brings innovation to the state of Wisconsin. I’ve worked with Legislators throughout the country that have passed legislation with bipartisan support that have been effective in equitably impacting their municipalities, states, and our country.
           This is possible in our state because there is bi-partisan support for climate action in our state as it relates to community solar, the conversion of greenhouse gasses into renewable energy, and building a realistic green career pipeline in our state. What’s missing is a racial equity lens.
           What I’ll bring to the state capital that no one else in this race can bring is a bold progressive strategy to build diverse bi-partisan coalitions to take action that will benefit all Wisconsinites and ensure the working-class and other marginalized communities are protected. Lastly when actions that attack our most marginalized communities are being taken whether that is on the legislative floor or directly in our District, I will be there as stakeholder and effective consensus builder. This is the kind of leader I am.

  • published Lt. Gov. Questionnaire in Lieutenant Governor 2022-05-30 13:33:16 -0500

    Lieutenant Governor Questionnaire

    1. What role does the Lieutenant Governor have in promoting the state – what new areas do we need to explore in promotion of business, residency, and tourism?

      Peng Her:
      As Lieutenant Governor, I will be a strong partner to Governor Evers and his administration. I would look forward to hearing from the Governor regarding the areas on which he’d like me to focus my skills and experience. As an immigrant, and as a member of Wisconsin’s growing Hmong Community, I would advocate for a role in helpful in ensuring Wisconsin is a welcoming place to immigrants. Our policies – for example on driver’s licenses – should be a signal to immigrants that we value their contributions and potential to help enrich the culture and energize the economy of our State.

      Sara Rodriguez:
      As Lieutenant Governor two areas I want to focus on are entrepreneurship and the environment. Wisconsin has one of the lowest rates for startup businesses/entrepreneurs in the country. Increasing business mentorship programs, access to startup funding in the form of grants and investment capital, and supporting and expanding existing regional economic development programs will enable more Wisconsinites to launch and grow successful businesses.

      Addressing health care costs - one of the biggest concerns identified by those thinking of starting a business – will help remove barriers to new business development. Working together with public and private entities, we can capitalize on federal, state and private funding and programs to create an environment that not only allows current residents to remain in Wisconsin earning family supporting wages, but attracts new residents to our state.

    2. How can you build on the advances made in Mandela Barnes’ administration in the areas of sustainability and green infrastructure?

      Peng Her:
      My background and experience will enable me to build on that legacy. As an avid outdoors person, I know firsthand what happens if we do not take action to protect the environment. As a scientist I understand the science of global warming and I know it is an existential threat to our world. We must reduce our CO2 emissions.

      I have worked with communities, and communities of color, on issues including PCBs and PFAS. I led an initiative to help address PCB’s in the drinking water in Madison. I also successfully advocated for the Madison Water Utility to create a comprehensive plan to address well contamination. I oversaw the operations of a building that was constructed to Platinum LEED standards and that included solar, geothermal heat to heat concrete floor, and the capture of rainwater from the roof of the building into 20,000-gallon underground tank.

      We need to continue to ignite the green economy including job creation through manufacturing wind turbines and solar panels in Wisconsin. Wisconsin, and the US, should be a leader in fighting climate change. I look forward to working with Governor Evers to build Wisconsin’s sustainable future for our children and grandchildren.

      Sara Rodriguez:
      Our current Lt. Governor, Mandela Barnes, has championed Wisconsin’s environment, and I would like to continue to build upon his work. My family and I are avid hikers, bikers and campers. We love Wisconsin’s environment and I want to make sure that we protect our state’s valuable natural resources. As Lieutenant Governor I will to work to safeguard our state’s unique ecosystems, upon which so much of our economy, health, recreation, and general quality of life depend.

      As Wisconsin begins to implement and allocate infrastructure funds, I believe it is critical that we do so in a way that doesn’t just repair the infrastructure from our past, but anticipates 21st century infrastructure needs. I personally drive an electric vehicle and know that in order for Wisconsin to make this a realistic option for residents, we need to expand Wisconsin’s EV infrastructure network, and prepare our workforce for electrification jobs and career pathways.

      Additionally, we need to address critical water infrastructure needs and drinking water improvements, and storm and wastewater improvements; invest in mass transit and mobility solutions; improve state and local parks and trails to enhance tourism and boost the outdoor recreation industry; eliminate inequities in access to broadband for households, farmers and other small businesses; and focus on housing in underserved rural and urban areas of our state.

    3. In what additional policy areas can the Lieutenant Governor lead and have an impact of value to Wisconsin voters, recognizing that the needs in rural and urban areas sometimes but not always overlap?

      In addition we must protect our democracy. It is our responsibility to advocate for policies and strategy that expand access to voting rights, including, expanded early voting and highlighting inequities and inequalities of re-entry restoration. Wisconsin deserves leadership who will center building relationships with our communities. Creating collective strategies developed and executed by the impacted.

      Peng Her:
      There is one very important issue affecting both rural and urban areas and on which the Lieutenant Governor can have an impact. Access to broadband is no longer something just “nice” to have: it is a necessity for businesses, students, and employers throughout Wisconsin. Estimates are that about 1.3 million Wisconsin households either don’t have access to or cannot afford high speed internet. The problem exists in both rural and urban areas.

      Both Republicans and Democrats in the legislature recognize the need for the State to invest in this area and to create public-private partnerships do so. My background and career have shown I can bring people together to find common ground, to develop collaborative solutions, and to solve tough problems. I would make broadband a public utility.

      Additionally, there is a childcare shortage throughout Wisconsin. Research shows that for every dollar invested in high-quality early childhood education, society gains up to $7.30 in economic returns over the long term. Because of my expertise and passion in early education, Governor Evers appointed me to his Early Childhood Advisory Committee and his transition team on What’s Best for Kids Advisory Council focused on policy related to children and family.

      Sara Rodriguez:
      With my strong background in healthcare, ranging from direct patient care to executive level healthcare management, I know we must address the caregiver shortage that is affecting Wisconsin and our nation. As a nurse, I believe that no one should have to go into debt just to get the medical care they need. In the Assembly, I led the fight to expand BadgerCare, and as Lieutenant Governor I will continue to fight for affordable, quality health care access for all. As a public health professional, I view many issues through the lens of public health, including gun violence and community safety, mental health and substance abuse, and climate change. The pandemic once again exposed the disparities in access to care and the inequities that exist within our healthcare system. As Lieutenant Governor I will work every day to address the unique challenges residents of our state face in accessing the health care they need, and will fight every day to improve the quality of life for every person in Wisconsin.

    4. What in your background and value system makes you the Lieutenant Governor that Wisconsin needs now?

      Peng Her:
      I will lift up the voices of all Wisconsinites to make our State stronger, fairer, and more welcoming. I am a first generation American. I was born in Laos in 1971 during the Vietnam War. My father was a schoolteacher before having to join the army and my mother took care of the family farm while raising my five siblings and me. Because of the Hmong’s alliance with the United States during the war, we were targeted for genocide. My family fled our home.

      After living in a refugee camp in Thailand, we emigrated to America. On December 12, 1976, we landed in Des Moines, Iowa and 10 years later became United States citizens. I put myself through college and graduate school, earning my master’s in Physics at DePaul University. My wife and I have three children, two in college and one in high school.

      My children are living proof that the American dream endures. My values are Wisconsin values: hard work, respect for your neighbors, faith, and a commitment to fair play and equal opportunity. Those are the values, and that is the life experience, that makes me the Lt. Governor Wisconsin needs now.

      Sara Rodriguez:
      I was born and raised in Wisconsin. I love Wisconsin. My roots run deep with grandparents who operated a small dairy farm in Richland County where my mom went to school in a one room school house through 8th grade. I still have family in Wisconsin and Minnesota that operate family farms, and I want to ensure our rural and farm communities have access to resource to continue the generations long legacy of sustainable farming. I moved away for college, but returned to help care for my father who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in his 60’s. He was a Vietnam veteran, and even with my healthcare background it was challenging to get him the care he needed. I want to make sure no other family in Wisconsin has to face those same barriers to accessing the care they or their loved ones have earned and deserve. I feel fortunate to have been raised in a union values family and know that family-supporting wages are the foundation for a vibrant middle class in Wisconsin. As Lieutenant Governor, I will support investments in technical assistance, and workforce and talent development to foster entrepreneur and small business growth and success in Wisconsin. My husband and I knew we wanted to raise our family in Wisconsin, to have our children experience all that Wisconsin has to offer. I feel fortunate to have our children in a public education system where they can grow and succeed. A fully funded public education system is critical to creating thriving communities. As Lieutenant Governor, I will advocate for birth through college opportunities so that all students and families have equitable access to education throughout their life, and ensure that every child has access to the social support and mental health resources they need to live healthy lives. I believe that my values and experience enable me to be a strong voice for all Wisconsinites.

    5. Why do you feel that you would be Governor Evers most effective partner in winning the 2022 election?

      Peng Her:
      Many people urged me to run for Lt. Governor because the combination of my leadership experience, lived experience, and ability to organize and energize voters make me the strongest candidate. As an executive, I’ve led diverse teams and created public-private partnerships. As a small business owner, I met a payroll and learned firsthand about what it takes to make a business succeed. I’ve made change happen at the national, state, and local level. My career has been about making communities stronger.

      Currently, I am the CEO of the Hmong Institute, a non-profit that provides training and education to improve health care and educational achievements for communities of color throughout Wisconsin.

      My background also includes leading community development and promise zone initiatives as well as overseeing outreach for a cutting-edge program at UW Madison designed to help eliminate poverty. Voters are excited by my candidacy. Our campaign is strong and inclusive. I know how to work with people to get things done and solve tough problems. I am a tenacious fighter who will stand up for our shared values. I want to put these skills to work for the people of Wisconsin and to ensure we re-elect Governor Evers.

      Sara Rodriguez:
      Voters across Wisconsin consistently identify education and healthcare as two primary issues facing residents. Governor Evers’ strong education background and my broad experience in healthcare is a strong combination. I will not only be a strong partner on the campaign trail, but also in the Executive office to help lead our state alongside Governor Evers. Additionally, I was one of the few state candidates in the country to flip a seat in 2020. I know how to reach voters and win in a purple district, and I know the work it’s going to take to win in a purple state this year. We’ve been building a strong statewide campaign infrastructure since November 2021, and have earned the endorsement of more than 60 state and local elected officials, including 13 of my colleagues in the Assembly and Senate, representing 2/3 of Wisconsin. We have a full-time organizing staff talking with voters across the state, making sure they are ready to vote. I have already traveled to or met with voters in the majority of Wisconsin counties, and our campaign will continue to engage and organize in all 72 counties to turnout voters for Democrats up and down the ballot in August and November.

  • published Econ4Voters 2022-02-09 17:32:42 -0600

  • published Early Voting Info in Elections 2023 2022-08-17 11:29:10 -0500

    Early Voting Information for the April 4, 2023 Election

    Generally, early voting takes place in the city, town or village hall. Each city, village, or town has its own COVID-19 policies. Please call ahead to find out what is required to vote early in person.

    Municipality Phone Days Hours

    Bayside
    9075 N Regent Road

    414-351-8811

    Tue, Mar 21 — Fri, Mar 31

    Mon, Mar 27 — Wed, Mar 29

    Thu, Mar 30 — Fri, Mar 31

    8:00am — 4:00pm

    8:00am — 4:00pm

    8:00am — 5:00pm

    Brown Deer
    4800 West Green Brook Drive

    414-371-3050

    Tue, Mar 21 — Fri, Mar 31

    Mon, Mar 27 — Thu, Mar 30

    Fri, Mar 31

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 5:00pm

    City of Cedarburg
    W63 N645 Washington Ave

    262-375-7600

    262-375-7606

    Tue, Mar 21 — Fri, Mar 31

    Mon, Mar 27 — Thu, Mar 30

    Fri, Mar 31

    8:00am — 4:00pm

    8:00am — 4:00pm

    8:00am — 5:00pm

    Town of Cedarburg
    1293 Washington Ave

    262-377-4509

    Tue, Mar 21 — Fri, Mar 31

    Mon, Mar 27 — Thu, Mar 30

    Fri, Mar 31

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 5:00pm

    Fox Point
    7200 N Santa Monica Boulevard

    414-351-8900

    Tue, Mar 21 — Fri, Mar 31

    Mon, Mar 27 — Thu, Mar 30

    Fri, Mar 31

    8:00am — 4:00pm

    8:00am — 4:00pm

    8:00am — 5:00pm

    Glendale
    5909 North Milwaukee River Parkway

    414-228-1718

    Tue, Mar 21 — Fri, Mar 31

    Mon, Mar 27 — Thu, Mar 30

    Fri, Mar 31

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 5:00pm

    Town of Grafton
    1102 Bridge St

    262-375-5300

    Tue, Mar 21 — Fri, Mar 31

    Mon, Mar 27 — Thu, Mar 30

    Fri, Mar 31

    8:30am — 4:30pm

    8:30am — 4:30pm

    8:30am — 12:00pm

    Village of Grafton
    860 Badger Circle

    262-375-5000

    Tue, Mar 21 — Fri, Mar 31

    Mon, Mar 27 — Fri, Mar 31

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    Mequon
    11333 N Cedarburg Rd

    262-242-3100

    Tue, Mar 21 — Fri, Mar 31

    Mon, Mar 27 — Thu, Mar 30

    Fri, Mar 31

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 5:00pm

    River Hills
    7650 N. Pheasant Lane

    414-352-8213

    Tue, Mar 21

    Thu, Mar 23

    Tue, Mar 28

    Thu, Mar 30

    9:00am — 1:00pm

    1:00pm — 5:00pm

    9:00am — 1:00pm

    1:00pm — 5:00pm

    Thiensville
    250 Elm Street

    262-242-3720

    Tue, Mar 21 — Fri, Mar 31

    Mon, Mar 27 — Thu, Mar 30

    Fri, Mar 31

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 5:00pm

    Shorewood
    3930 N Murray Avenue

    414-847-2700

    414-847-2601

    Tue, Mar 21 — Fri, Mar 31

    Mon, Mar 27 — Thu, Mar 30

    Fri, Mar 31

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 5:00pm

    Whitefish Bay
    5300 N. Marlborough Dr.

    414-962-6690

    Tue, Mar 21 — Fri, Mar 31

    Mon, Mar 27 — Thu, Mar 30

    Fri, Mar 31

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 4:30pm

    8:00am — 5:00pm


    *On the Friday before Election Day (03/31/23), most early in-person offices are open until 5 pm.


  • published Support our 2026 Election Work in Get Involved 2021-09-01 13:11:17 -0500

    Support our 2026 Election Work

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    Help support our 2026 year of elections! Your donations will make sure we have enough support to help elect Chris Taylor as the next Wisconsin Supreme Court justice and win a variety of local offices in the April 2026 non-partisan election.

    Then we will turn our attention to the August and November partisan primary and election. On the ballot will be the election for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Treasurer, and Secretary of State plus elections for the Wisconsin Assembly and half of the Wisconsin State Senate.

    In our effort to gain control of at least one of the two houses of the Wisconsin legislature, Grassroots North Shore will be extending our usual range to help elect strong Democrats to Assembly District 21 — currently held by Republican Jesse Rodriguez but that sports a partisan lean of 50.1% Dems to 48.4% GOP — and Assembly District 61 — currently represented by Republican Bob Donovan with a partisan lean of 52.3% Dems to 46.1% GOP. We will also be targeting two State Senate DistrictsDistrict 5, which Rob Hutton currently represents, and District 21, which Van Wanggaard represents. District 5 has a partisan score of 49.7% Dem to 48.6% Republican and District 21 has a partisan score of 50.3% Dem to 48.4% GOP.

    On the national scene, we especially have our eyes on the races for the 1st Congressional District — currently occupied by Republican Bryan Steil — and the 3rd Congressional District — currently occupied by Derrick Van Orden. These two Republican representatives may be vulnerable this year because even though the congressional district maps will not be changed before the 2026 elections, both have voted to explode the deficit and to yank Medicaid away from hundreds of thousands Wisconsinites. If we can replace one or both of these current members of Congress, we can help gain control of the House of Representatives. That will give Democrats the power to hold hearings, to launch investigations with subpoenas, and to move articles of impeachment!

    Please be as generous as you can.

    If you would prefer to send a check, please make the check out to Grassroots North Shore and include "Election Work" on the memo line. Send your check to PO Box 170684, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53217-8056.


  • published GRNS Events 2021-02-22 12:07:52 -0600

  • published Milwaukee County Judicial Candidates in 2021 Races 2021-01-15 16:47:28 -0600

    Milwaukee County Judicial Candidates

    The following candidates will appear on all Milwaukee County Ballots on April 6. Only one judicial office is contested: County Circuit Court Judge Branch 3. The names of the candidates for Circuit Court Judge Branch 3 are linked to their websites. The rest are all incumbents who are running unopposed.

    Court of Appeals Judge, District 1
    Maxine White Incumbent unopposed
     
    Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judges
    Branch 1: Jack Dávila Incumbent unopposed
    Branch 3: Katie Kegel
    Susan Roth
    (Clare L. Florenza, Incumbent, not running)
    Branch 6: Ellen R. Brostrom Incumbent unopposed
    Branch 12: David L. Borowski Incumbent unopposed
    Branch 15: J. D. Watts Incumbent unopposed
    Branch 19: Kori Ashley Incumbent unopposed
    Branch 22: Timothy Witkowiak Incumbent unopposed
    Branch 30: Jon Richards Incumbent unopposed
    Branch 37: Thomas Christophe Dee Incumbent unopposed
    Branch 42: Reyna Morales Incumbent unopposed
    Branch 46: David Feiss Incumbent unopposed

  • published Ozaukee County Judicial Candidates in 2021 Races 2021-01-15 16:46:07 -0600

    Ozaukee County Judicial Candidates

    The following candidates will appear on Ozaukee County Ballots on April 6. The only contested election is for Court of Appeals Judge, District 2. Because there are only two candidates for that position, both will appear only on the April 6 ballot and only for those who reside in district 2 of the Court of Appeals.

    Court of Appeals Judge, District 1

    Maxine White

    Incumbent unopposed
     
    Court of Appeals Judge, District 2
    Jeff Davis Incumbent
    Shelley Grogan  
     
    Ozaukee County Circuit Court Judges
    Branch 1: Paul V. Malloy Incumbent unopposed

  • published School Board Candidates in 2021 Races 2021-01-15 16:44:01 -0600

    School Board Candidates

    Brown Deer:  4 candidates for 3 positions
    Three Board members, 3-yr terms
        Anita Peterson (I)
    Nichole Burris (Zick)
    Stacey Smith
    Felita Ashley
    Incumbents Kevin Klimek and Michele Schofield are not seeking re-election.

    Cedarburg: 4 candidates for 2 positions
    Two Board members, 3-yr terms
        Samuel Cox (I)
    David Krier (I)
    Mary Jo Canham
    Kate Noetzel

    Fox Point-Bayside: uncontested  
    One Board member, 3-yr term
        Tina Kreitlow (I)

    Glendale-River Hills: uncontested
    Two Board members, 3-yr terms
        Andrew Franklin (I)
    Ben Wynn

    Grafton:  3 candidates for 2 positions
    Two Board members, 3-yr terms
        Jerry Rossi (I)
    Mary Widmann
    Shawn Taylor
    Incumbent John Scolman is not running for re-election.

    Maple Dale-Indian Hill: uncontested
    Two Board members, 3-yr terms
        Ted Knight (I)
    Ryan Jenness (I)

    Mequon-Thiensville: uncontested
    Three Board members, 3-yr terms
        Shelley D. Burns (I)
    John W. Daniels (I)
    Paula Taebel (I)
    Andrew Hopkins
    Catherine B. Perry
    Anne Watts

    Nicolet:  4 candidates for 2 positions
    Two Board members, 3-yr terms
        Marilyn K. Franklin (I)
    Libby Gutterman (I)
    Robert Cronwell
    Julie Reindl

    Port Washington:  4 candidates for 2 positions
    Two Board members, 3-yr terms
        Brenda Fritsch (I)
    Aaron Paulin (I)
    Danielle Mayer
    Robert Brooks

    Saukville: uncontested  
    One Board member, 3-yr term
        Douglas Mueller (I)

    Shorewood:  2 candidates for 1 position  
    One Board member, 3-yr term
        Traci Clark
    Ellen Eckman
    Incumbent Clarke Warren is not running for re-election.

    Whitefish Bay:
    Three Board members, 3-yr terms
        Anne Berleman Kearney (I)
    Sandy J. Saltzstein (I)
    Pamela N. Woodard (I)
    Joseph Wendel Ketchum Sr.
    Daniel B. Tyk

  • published Ozaukee County Municipal Candidates in 2021 Races 2021-01-15 16:38:48 -0600

    Ozaukee County Municipal Candidates

    Cedarburg: all races uncontested
    Mayor (one seat, three-year term)
        Michael O'Keefe (I)
    Aldermanic District 2, two-year term
        Jack Arnett (I)
    Aldermanic District 4, two-year term
        Rick Verhaalen (I)
    Aldermanic District 6, two-year term
        Patricia Thome (I)

    Mequon: all races uncontested
    Aldermanic District 6, three-year term
        Brian Parrish (I)
    Aldermanic District 7, three-year term
        Kathleen Schneider (I)
    Aldermanic District 8, three-year term
        Andrew Nerbun (I)

    Port Washington: Aldermanic races uncontested
    Mayor (one seat, three-year term)
        Daniel Benning
    Theodore Neitzke IV
    Incumbent Martin Becker is not running for re-election
    Aldermanic District 1, two-year term
        Deborah Postl (I)
    Aldermanic District 3, two-year term
        Michael Gasper (I)
    Aldermanic District 5, two-year term
        Jonathan Pleitner (I)
    Aldermanic District 7, two-year term
        John Sigwart (I)

  • published MKE County Municipalities in 2021 Races 2021-01-15 16:25:56 -0600

    Milwaukee County Municipalities

    None of the races listed here will involve a primary but ALL of them will be on the April 6 ballot.

    Bayside: uncontested
    Two Village Trustee seats, 3-yr terms
        Margaret Zitzer (I)
    Dan Rosenfeld
    Incumbent Daniel Muchin is not running for re-election

    Brown Deer: 3 candidates for 2 seats  
    Two Village Trustee seats, 3-yr terms
        Gary Springman (I)
    Renee Booker (I)
    Emily Siegrist

    Fox Point: uncontested
    Two Village Trustee seats, 3-yr terms
        Liz Sumner (I)
    Catie Anderson Knight

    Glendale: all races uncontested
    Mayor, One seat, three-year term
        Bryan Kennedy (I)
    Aldermanic District 1, two-year term
        Tomika Vukovic (I)
    Aldermanic District 3, two-year term
        John Gelhard (I)
    Aldermanic District 5, two-year term
        Steve Schmelzling (I)

    River Hills: uncontested
    Two Village Trustee seats, 3-yr terms
        Peter Kingwill (I)
    Peggy Ruso (I)

    Shorewood: 2 candidates for 1 position for Mayor
    and 4 candidates for 2 positions as trustee
    Village President, One seat, 3-yr term
        Jessica Carpenter (currently a trustee)
    Ann McCullough McKaig
    Incumbent Allison Rozek is not running for re-election

    Two Village Trustee seats, 3-yr terms
        Jim Arndorfer
    Lindsay Maruszewski
    Melissa Moore Baldauff
    Incumbent Davida Amenta is not running for re-election

    Whitefish Bay: 3 candidates for 2 seats
    Two Village Trustee seats, 3-yr terms
        Jay Saunders (I)
    Raisa Koltun
    Jacob Haller

     


  • published We're still waiting to exhale in Newsletter 2021-01-13 08:40:48 -0600

    We're still waiting to exhale

    On Friday, January 8, I encouraged everyone to get in touch with Senator Ron Johnson, U.S. Representative Scott Fitzgerald, and U.S. Representative Tom Tiffany — the three Republican elected officials from Wisconsin who either voted to accept the spurious objections raised to the electoral votes of Arizona and Pennsylvania or originally committed to doing so but thought better of it after the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol was put down. These three men should no longer be eligible to serve in the Congress, according to section 3 of the 14th amendment to the Constitution:

    No Person shall be a Senator or Representative in Congress, or elector of President and Vice-President, or hold any office, civil or military, under the United States, or under any State, who, having previously taken an oath, as a member of Congress, or as an officer of the United States, or as a member of any State legislature, or as an executive or judicial officer of any State, to support the Constitution of the United States, shall have engaged in insurrection or rebellion against the same, or given aid or comfort to the enemies thereof. But Congress may by a vote of two-thirds of each House, remove such disability.

    Here's the contact information you need. Make your voices heard and hold these men accountable:

    U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald: (202) 225-5101
    Email and office locations are not yet available.

    U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany: (202) 225-3365
    email
    1719 Longworth HOB, Washington, DC 20515

    Sen. Ron Johnson: (202) 224-5323
    email
    328 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510

    We only have eight more days of the tRump administration to go. But there are plenty of pundits predicting new violence on January 17 and on Inauguration Day, both in DC and in every state capital. See "Americans across the political spectrum fear what the Capitol attack portends" in the Washington Post, "Drumpf supporters plan to surround the Capitol in 'chilling' insurrection plot" in Daily Kos, and "Right-wing violence will now be a regular feature of American politics" in the Plum Line blog. In Madison, "Tony Evers calls up National Guard to protect Capitol, boards up windows after FBI warning of 'armed protests'". Sadly, this seems to be the world we live in right now.

    Still, the work of our organization proceeds apace. Dan O'Keefe, the leader of the Criminal Justice Reform Issue Team, invites interested Grassroots North Shore supporters to sign up. The Team is working on arranging a Zoom meeting with State Senator Alberta Darling and welcomes everyone to participate. Details of the meeting will be announced to those who sign up as soon as they are available.

    There are going to be seven candidates on the ballot for the office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. Our page with links to candidate's campaign sites is now up so that you can find out something about each candidates' positions. You can also watch a forum with them, sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin and Wisconsin Public Education Network and originally held on January 7, 20221.

    And don't forget the People's Map Commission hearing on Thursday, January 14. You can participate by submitting comments or just registrating for the public hearing (required).

    Read more

  • published Superintendent DPI in 2021 Races 2021-01-09 11:54:18 -0600

    Candidates for State Superintendent of Public Instruction

    Two candidates have prevailed in the February 16 primary. Below you will find their names, links to the candidate statement they submitted to Grassroots North Shore, plus a link to their campaign websites and/or Facebook pages.

    Grassroots North Shore will hold a candidate forum, moderated by Pablo Muirhead, Shorewood School Board member, on Sunday, March 14, on Zoom. Please RSVP to receive the link information.

    Name Information
    Deborah Kerr
    Candidate Statement
    Current Position: Former Brown Deer Schools Superintendent, founding member of the Closing the Gap Consortium
    Website  |  Facebook
    Jill Underly
    Candidate Statement
    Current Position: Superintendent of Pecatonica Area School District, Former assistant director of DPI
    Website  |  Facebook

  • published 2021 Races in Elections 2021 2020-12-08 12:24:21 -0600

    2021 Races

    This section of the Elections 2021 site includes information about the candidates in each of these categories. In many cases, the races are uncontested and may therefore not be included on the ballots for the primaries on February 16. Wherever possible, there will be links to online information provided by the candidates' campaigns.



  • published Ballot Drop Boxes in Elections 2021 2020-08-07 17:41:50 -0500

    Ballot Drop Boxes

    Where to Drop Off Your Ballot

    North Shore Communities
    Community Drop Box Location Address
    Bayside deposit box outside the front door 9075 N Regent Road
    Brown Deer brown mailbox on the sidewalk 4800 West Green Brook Drive
    Fox Point near the front door 7200 N Santa Monica Boulevard
    Glendale metal drop box in the parking lot 5909 North Milwaukee River Parkway
    River Hills slot in the front door 7650 N. Pheasant Lane
    Shorewood white mailbox in the parking lot 3930 N Murray Avenue
    Whitefish Bay depository inside the front door 5300 N. Marlborough Dr.
    Ozaukee County
    Community Drop Box Location Address
    Bayside Village outside front door 9075 Regent Road
    Belgium town TBD  
    Belgium Village leftside of front door 104 Peter Thein Ave
    Cedarburg city southside of building next to planter W63 N645 Washington Ave
    Cedarburg town will not have one 1293 Washington Ave
    Fredonia town TBD 242 Fredonia Ave, Fredonia
    Fredonia village cream colored drop box 214 Fredonia Ave, Fredonia
    Grafton town drop slot next to front door 1102 Bridge St
    Grafton village entry hallway or in parking lot 860 Badger Circle
    Mequon city in building on south side of City Hall 11333 N Cedarburg Rd
    Newburg village on exterior of building 620 Main St
    Port Washington City Blue box inside front door - OR - yellow box outside back door 100 W Grand Ave
    Port Washington town on the door by the south exit 3715 Highland Drive
    Saukville town TBD 3762 Lakeland Road
    Saukville village inside front door 639 E. Green Bay Avenue
    Thiensville village front desk - OR - left of entry door 250 Elm Street

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