President of @wispolicyforum trying not to miss the point, ex-Capitol reporter for @journalsentinel, dad. Ad astra per aspera.
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Jason Stein retweeted
Wisconsin has seen an ongoing decline in the number of students enrolled in its school districts.
New Forum research find the numbers of schools and their staffing levels have not followed the same path.
Our research looks at why that may be, and what the future may hold. 🧵🧵
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Jason Stein retweeted
Our 2023 report, "This Land is Our Land," included a menu of potential conservation funding options for policymakers to consider -- based on past proposals and a review of other states.
One of the options mirrored the initiative announced today by @GovEvers. 🧵
Jun 11
I was excited to join @WisconsinDOT and @WDNR at Lake Kegonsa State Park to announce an exciting new partnership.
Wisconsinites can now buy their 12-month state park pass when they renew their annual vehicle registration at any Wisconsin DMV or online!
content.govdelivery.com/acco…
ALT Gov. Evers speaks from a podium with cabinet secretaries at Lake Kegonsa State Park
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Jason Stein retweeted
"The Madison School District’s budget next school year is stable, though the district is increasingly relying on property taxes...
"The school-based property tax levy will increase by 8.3%."
@WiStateJournal cites our research on the proposed budget for @MMSDschools. 🧵
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Jason Stein retweeted
Our new report, "Small Businesses, Big Stakes," examines Wisconsin's small business landscape.
It was commissioned by @UWisconsinBiz, with financial support from @WEDCNews.
wispolicyforum.org/research/…
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Jason Stein retweeted
"Small businesses in Wisconsin have expanded rapidly after the pandemic but lag the nation in longer-term job growth, a recent report by the Wisconsin Policy Forum found."
@journalsentinel covers our latest research. 🧵🧵
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Our latest research finds that businesses with fewer than 500 employees accounted for most of Wisconsin’s net job growth since 2010.
The number of small businesses in the state also expanded rapidly in the post-pandemic period, far outpacing their growth in the prior decade. 🧵
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Jason Stein retweeted
.@pewtrusts cites Forum research -- and quotes our Immediate Past President Rob Henken -- in this look at how Milwaukee and other cities are adapting to the rise of remote work and other post-pandemic realities. 🧵
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Jason Stein retweeted
Cigarette smoking continues to decline nationally & in Wisconsin, while vaping is on the rise.
One consequence is Wisconsin’s heavy reliance on cigarette tax revenue is waning.
Wisconsinites increasingly consume tobacco & nicotine products that are less heavily taxed.
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Jason Stein retweeted
As in the rest of Wisconsin, the pace of development in Jefferson County has slowed in the last decade, and its schools saw enrollment declines.
Our latest report began via a request from Jefferson Co. officials.
But it's meant to inform the work of officials across the state.
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Jason Stein retweeted
"As it plans for a future relocation, the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum should articulate a “bold and dynamic vision” for its next home. ...
"The Wisconsin Policy Forum report suggests a relocation presents an opportunity to scale into a larger regional attraction." 🧵🧵
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Apr 21
No one was better at what they do than Dan Bice.
He called out everyone. Everyone was his source. He broke more news than anyone else in Wisconsin.
Republican, Democrat and everyone in between came to Dan. He was thorough. He was fair. He was a pro.
He will be missed.
Apr 21
A tremendous loss for our newsroom and our whole state.
Daniel Bice, veteran Wisconsin political reporter and columnist, dies at 62
jsonline.com/story/news/obit… via @journalsentinel
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Apr 21
Dan Bice was one of a kind. He was fearless, determined and cared more about telling the truth to readers than anyone I've ever worked with. He often broke national news and dug into local stories with the same tenacity. Above all, he was a kind colleague and friend who was never too busy to help. He will be sorely missed.
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Jason Stein retweeted
JOIN US for our next Viewpoint Luncheon event on April 29 @potawatomi_mke!
It will focus on our recent research on development approval and permitting in the @cityofmilwaukee, @WauwatosaWI, @CityofWaukesha, @CityofOakCreek, @westalliswigov & the city of Brookfield.
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Jason Stein retweeted
"Voters in Wisconsin approved a majority of school referendums on April 7 ballots...
"But early results suggest it’s getting harder for districts to gain voter approval of the money they say is needed to run schools, said Sara Shaw, a Wisconsin Policy Forum researcher."
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Jason Stein retweeted
Milwaukee County municipalities may stand to benefit by working collaboratively to conduct property assessments.
Milwaukee County’s 19 municipalities currently use a mix of in-house assessors and contract firms to separately determine property values. 🧵🧵
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Mar 31
Good event, thanks to the organizers!
The Forum visited northeast Wisconsin again last week!
We discussed our recent research on the many data centers being proposed or constructed across Wisconsin.
Thanks to our host @uwgb, as well as @NewNorthInc @KaneCommGroup & other partners, for having us!
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Jason Stein retweeted
"A new study from the Wisconsin Policy Forum suggests that most county jails and state prisons have significantly expanded access to medications for opioid use disorder for those held in their facilities in recent years."
Via @news8news in La Crosse
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Jason Stein retweeted
"A new analysis... found that the @cityofmilwaukee moves large projects through its approval & permitting process faster than surrounding communities, largely because many proposals can proceed without discretionary political review."
@UrbanMilwaukee cites our latest report.🧵🧵
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Mar 11
Great event, thanks to @kanecomm, Titletown Brewing, our panelists and @mayorofgreenbay for their contributions!
Special guest @mayorofgreenbay kicked off this event, held in partnership w/ @KaneCommGroup.
Our panel is underway:
-Ian Abston, founder, Forward 48, & director, Hoan Group
-Lara L. Fritts, president/CEO, Greater Green Bay Chamber
-Patti Habeck, president/CEO, @NewNorthInc
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