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Originally Posted by golfnut
Very disappointing......just goes to show you what unions can do to ruin the State and how uneducated people are in this state.
Doyle is a crook and in bed with the indians. Who do you think he received his campaign money from?? He is opposed to sportsmen and guns, yet the majority of us hunt.
He has blocked all attempts to create jobs in the state. Menards was founded here, yet Doyle refused to let them create over 800 jobs in an area where they need it most. Honda wanted to build a plant here, and he blocked that as well.
He wants to give aid to support immigrants for our school system, yet raises tuition for the people that live here.
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Wednesday, October 11, 2006
Carla Vigue, Office of the Governor, 608-261-2162
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Governor Doyle Unveils “Jobs for the Future” Initiative
Will Train the Next Generation of Workers and Invest in Manufacturing, High Tech Jobs
GREEN BAY - Governor Jim Doyle today announced a major job creation initiative that will build partnerships between businesses and schools so that our youth and workers are trained for the high tech job market. The announcement will include training 36,000 Wisconsin workers and investing in manufacturing and high tech industries that will produce tomorrow’s jobs for tomorrow’s workers. The initiative also calls for continued investment in stem cell research and renewable energy, as well as raising high school graduation standards.
“In the past four years, I have worked to create 170,000 new jobs for our state – but the job isn’t finished yet,” Governor Doyle said. “We need to make sure there are enough jobs for our young people, and that our young people are prepared for those jobs in the high tech job market.”
Building Partnerships Between Businesses and Schools
The Governor will propose doubling funding for the Youth Apprenticeship Program in his next budget, a successful tool that helps train thousands of young people across the state. The Program partners businesses with students who are interested in learning a trade, from manufacturing to insurance to biotechnology. The Governor’s expansion – from $1.1 million annually to $2.2 million a year – will offer opportunities for at least 4,000 high school students and more than 1,400 businesses.
Investing in Manufacturing and High Tech Business
Governor Doyle recognizes that the jobs of tomorrow are coming from high tech sectors including biotechnology, stem cell research, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing. Yet, many of these industries face a shortage of skilled workers. Therefore, Governor Doyle is proposing a comprehensive effort to prepare our young people for the high tech jobs of the future:
* Governor Doyle is directing the Department of Workforce Development to use $850,000 in federal funds to develop an Emerging Industries Skills Partnership. The state will offer grants to businesses, industry associations and technical colleges to train thousands of workers in those fields.
* The Get LEAN manufacturing initiative will give local economic development corporations, technical colleges, Northwest Wisconsin Manufacturing Outreach Center, and Wisconsin Manufacturing Extension Partnership the opportunity to compete for this funding. $1.5 million will be used to support initiatives to help manufacturers learn and adopt Lean techniques to produce more goods of higher quality with less effort, space, capital and time.
* Stem Cell Research. Governor Doyle has launched an effort to capitalize on Wisconsin’s leadership in embryonic stem cell research – setting a goal for our state to capture 10 percent of the stem cell market by 2015. The Governor has directed the Department of Commerce to dedicate $5 million to find, fund and recruit stem cell companies to Wisconsin.
“Wisconsin – the birthplace of stem cell research – is giving millions of families hope that one day diseases like Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and Juvenile Diabetes may be conquered. These breakthroughs in medical science can transform our economy and open our doors to the high-paying jobs of the future,” Governor Doyle said. “It is time for us to tap the vast potential of this industry.”
* Renewable Energy. In order for the state to capture 10 percent of the renewable fuels market, Governor Doyle has launched a $450 million public and private investment strategy to invest in renewable fuels such as ethanol – including $80 million in loans, grants and tax credits – to spur growth in this industry, while creating tens of thousands of new, promising jobs for our young people.
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The state will leverage $20 million in private investment to teach entrepreneurship in medical schools, engineering schools and life sciences programs.
Raising Standards in Our Schools and Preparing Workers for the Jobs of Tomorrow
Preparing workers for the jobs of tomorrow begins in the classroom. As a first step, Governor Doyle will raise Wisconsin’s graduation requirements which are currently behind other states and other countries – and don’t meet the basic standards for admission into the UW System. The Governor proposes making a third year of science and a third year of math mandatory for high school graduation.
Governor Doyle is also proposing additional funds to support worker training:
* In his next budget, Governor Doyle will increase funding for Wisconsin Workforce Advancement Training Grants from $2 million to $8 million, allowing Wisconsin’s Technical Colleges to train 36,000 workers and help about 300 employers throughout the state become more competitive.
* Governor Doyle will direct 75% of the funding toward Wisconsin manufacturers – which remain key to job creation and economic growth in our state.
* Governor Doyle will create a statewide manufacturing worker certification program with the goal of having at least 40 percent of our workers receiving the Manufacturing Skills Standard Certification by 2016. To achieve this goal, the Governor will allocate $250,000 in existing federal funds to increase the number of MSSC assessment centers and assessment tests available to workers.
Additional information about the Jobs for the Future initiative can be found at:
http://www.wisgov.state.wi.us/docview.asp?docid=9687
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Tuesday, November 07, 2006
Carla Vigue, Office of the Governor, 608-261-2162
Tony Hozeny, Department of Commerce, 608-267-9661
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Governor Doyle Statement on Potential Expansion of Harley-Davidson
Governor Doyle released the following statement on the new opportunity to clinch an expansion of Harley-Davidson in Wisconsin, creating more than 100 new jobs and retaining more than 1,600 jobs:
"People all over the world know that the greatest motorcycles are made by Harley-Davidson right here in Wisconsin. The men and women who make Harley bikes are a testament to the quality workforce we have in this state. And Harley is not only one of our state's greatest companies, they are also one of our finest corporate citizens – committed to this state and to its future.
"That's why my administration has worked with the leadership of both the company and the union at every step in this process to make sure that these jobs stay in Wisconsin. I have directed Secretary Burke at the Department of Commerce to continue to work with all parties to put together a substantial incentive package that is based on Harley's long-term commitment to this state.
“We have been working to keep these jobs in Wisconsin, and this revised proposal is a significant step forward. I appreciate that the union and the company have been willing to continue to work together to keep these jobs in Wisconsin. My administration will continue to work with both sides to bring this to a successful conclusion for both the workers and the company. It is my expectation that Harley will continue to grow in Wisconsin and will always be proud to call Wisconsin home.
"During the past three and a half years, my administration has focused on creating good high-paying jobs by investing in our manufacturers and making the state more attractive to investment and entrepreneurship. We have had tremendous success – creating over 177,000 new jobs since I took office – but we still have more work to do.”
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Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Tony Hozeny, Department of Commerce, 608-267-9661
Carla Vigue, Office of the Governor, 608-261-2162
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Governor Doyle Announces GSI Commerce, Inc. to Bring More Than 700 New Jobs to Eau Claire
EAU CLAIRE – Governor Jim Doyle today joined representatives from GSI Commerce, Inc. to announce the opening of a new customer contact center in Eau Claire that will create more than 700 new jobs. The announcement was part of the Governor’s overall effort to create jobs and grow the economy.
“We’ve created 170,000 new jobs since I took office and this expansion is just one more sign that our economy is moving in the right direction,” Governor Doyle said. “GSI’s decision to have the customer contact center here in Eau Claire is a reflection of the high quality workforce that Wisconsin has to offer and the positive business climate we have created in Wisconsin. I applaud GSI for investing in the Eau Claire community and bringing more than 700 new jobs to western Wisconsin.”
Wisconsin made the Corporation for Enterprise Development’s economic honor roll for the first time, exports have increased by more than 50 percent, and more than 170,000 new jobs have been created in Wisconsin since Governor Doyle took office. Efforts to improve Wisconsin’s business climate include:
* Balanced two straight budgets with no tax increases of any kind.
* Passed the single-factor sales tax reform to end the tax on job creation.
* Exempted energy used in manufacturing from the sales tax.
* Streamlined the permitting process by enacting aggressive regulatory reform.
* Eliminated the entire backlog of air permits left over from the previous administration and reduced the time for water permit approvals from 110 days to a month or less.
* Created a new $2-million training program through the Wisconsin Technical College System so Wisconsin has a competitive and productive workforce.
GSI Commerce, a leading provider of e-commerce solutions, works with approximately 60 retailers, branded manufacturers, entertainment companies and professional sports organizations to set up ways for companies to sell their products online. The company provides e-commerce solutions through an integrated e-commerce platform, which is comprised of technology, logistics and customer care and marketing services.
“We are very excited about coming to Eau Claire,” said Bob Wuesthoff, executive vice president of global operations for GSI Commerce. “We have received tremendous support from the local, county and state governments and the associated economic development groups. We look forward to making Eau Claire home for our company’s second customer care center.”
The Wisconsin Department of Commerce will provide $3 million in tax credits and a $1 million loan to assist the project. In addition, GSI Commerce will invest approximately $8 million in the project.
The company currently employs more than 1,600 people at its King of Prussia, PA facility. The Eau Claire location is expected to create up to 732 jobs by December 2009.
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Monday, October 02, 2006
Carla Vigue, Office of the Governor, 608-261-2162
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Governor Discusses $450 Million Public, Private Investment Strategy to Develop Renewable Energy
Part of Broad Effort to Create 17,000 High End Jobs in Wisconsin
SUPERIOR - Governor Jim Doyle today toured Elkhorn Industries in Superior, a company that could benefit from his $450 million public/private investment strategy in renewable energy. The Governor’s proposal, including nearly $80 million from the state, will be included in his budget next year as part of a broad effort to make Wisconsin the nation’s leader in energy independence and create 17,000 jobs in our state.
“Here in Wisconsin, we’re doing our part and setting an example for the nation in energy independence,” Governor Doyle said. “This new state funding will encourage innovative new energy technologies across our state that will help the nation kick its addiction to oil. As I’ve always said, when it comes to our energy future, we should be more dependent on the Midwest, and less dependent on the Mideast.”
The Governor toured Elkhorn Industries, which is currently looking to expand operations to include generating energy from various waste products and develop an eco-industrial park on its existing site. One project Elkhorn is proposing is developing a gasification system to turn waste from forest harvesting, forest products manufacturing, and grain shipping into energy to power their operations. Elkhorn’s project to produce renewable fuels could create 220 new high end jobs in Superior. This is exactly the type of project the Governor intends to support with his budget proposal.
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Wednesday, October 04, 2006
Tony Hozeny, Department of Commerce, 608-267-9661
Carla Vigue, Office of the Governor, 608-261-2162
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Governor Doyle Announces $1 Million for Salm Partners to Expand Manufacturing and Create Jobs
Project Will Create up to 100 New Jobs and Retain 58 Jobs
DENMARK – Governor Jim Doyle today announced that Salm Partners, LLC will receive a $1 million Community Development Block Grant – Economic Development (CDBG-ED) loan for a manufacturing expansion that will create 100 new jobs and retain 58 positions. Department of Commerce Secretary Mary Burke made the announcement today on behalf of the Governor at the company’s Denmark facility.
“We’ve made enormous progress in the past four years to grow manufacturing, while the nation has been losing manufacturing jobs,” Governor Doyle said. “This project will continue to expand the industry, stimulate the economy and create good jobs for the community. Business like Salm Partners are expanding in Wisconsin because of our dedicated work force and thriving economy.”
Salm Partners was established in 2004 as a start-up private label sausage manufacturing business. The company uses leading edge technologies to produce food products, such as ring sausages. The company is currently located in a 25,000 square foot facility in Denmark, Wisconsin, and will use the loan to expand operations and purchase equipment. The total project cost is $13 million.
“We appreciate the commitment that Governor Doyle and Secretary Burke have to economic development in Wisconsin and Brown County.” said Christopher Salm, President of Salm Partners, LLC. “This loan will assist with expansion of what has become the premier sausage manufacturing plant in the U.S. We are fortunate to be able to work with wonderful people and to be able to add new opportunities in the Denmark community.”
Wisconsin has created more than 170,000 new jobs since Governor Doyle took office and is the only major manufacturing state that has gained jobs. Other efforts to improve Wisconsin’s business climate include:
* Balancing two straight budgets with no tax increases of any kind.
* Passing the single-factor sales tax reform to end the tax on job creation.
* Exempting energy used in manufacturing from the sales tax.
* Streamlining the permitting process by enacting aggressive regulatory reform.
* Eliminating the entire backlog of air permits left over from the previous administration and reduced the time for water permit approvals from 110 days to a month or less.
* Creating a new $2-million training program through the Wisconsin Technical College System so Wisconsin has a competitive and productive workforce.
The CDBG-ED program awards grants to businesses that seek to expand or relocate to Wisconsin. Businesses interested in the CDBG-ED program should contact their Commerce Area Development Manager. Contact information can be found at
www.commerce.wi.gov/MT/MT-FAX-0901.html.
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