Spring election 2024: Bristol village trustee candidates Q&A

Bristol residents will be able to vote in a contested election for village trustee in the spring election

On the April 2024 ballot will be:

  • Ruth Atwood, an incumbent.
  • Quentin Van Jackson.
  • Chris Leker, an incumbent.

Two at-large seats will be filled. Voters will be able to vote for two candidates.

The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate by email.

Here, in alphabetical order is their biographical information, followed by their question responses:

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Spring election 2024: Bristol School Board candidates Q&A

Voters in the Bristol School District will be able to vote in a contested election for school board in the spring election.

On the April 2 ballot will be:

  • Joanne Gray
  • Matthew David Ley
  • Linda Mizwicki
  • Nicole Starke

Two seats will be filled. Voters will be able to vote for up to two candidates. Neither incumbent is running for re-election.

The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate by email.

Here, in alphabetical order is their biographical information, followed by their question responses:

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UPDATE: Identity of man who died in Brighton crash released

The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department has released the identity of the man who died in a crash in Brighton early Thursday morning.

Michael Alayan Forero, 25, was pronounced dead at the scene along Highway JB (31st Street).

From a Sheriff’s Department news release distributed via email at 7:23 p.m., Thursday:

On Thursday, March 28, 2024, around 4:50 AM, the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department responded to the 29500 block of 31st Street  (CTH-JB) in the Town of Brighton for a single-vehicle crash that had hit a cow. The cow had escaped its pasture and was found in the middle of 31st Street at the time of the crash. The vehicle operator was the only occupant of the vehicle and was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Kenosha County Medical Examiner’s Office. The cow was also deceased.

The vehicle operator has been identified as Michael Alayan Forero, a 25-year-old male. Mr. Alayan Forero was driving a 2004 Honda Accord.

Mr. Alayan Forero had been traveling west on 31st St. in the 29500-block approaching a small hill. As Alayan Forero came over the crest of the hill, he stuck a cow that was in the middle of the road head-on, killing them both instantly. Due to the crash resulting in a fatality, the Kenosha County Major Crash Assistance Team (MCAT) responded to the scene to investigate the crash.

The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department’s thoughts are with those who were impacted by this tragic crash. We would like to remind the community to drive the posted speed limits and drive distraction-free. Please contact the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department with any information regarding this crash at 262-605-5100.

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Deaths March 28, 2024: Rita Sue Myers, Lori Ann Ketterhagen

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Man dies after hitting cow in roadway in Brighton

A man died in a crash in Brighton Thursday morning after striking a cow in the roadway.

Sgt. Colin Coultrip of the Sheriff’s Department said dispatch received a call at about 4:50 a.m. of a single vehicle that hit a cow that was in the middle of the roadway in the 29500 block of 31st Street (Highway JB).

The entire top of the Honda sedan had been torn off and the driver, a male in his mid-20s, was deceased, Coultrip said. The vehicle then came to a stop in a pasture after crashing through a fence causing multiple cows to escape into the roadway. All cows were later secured. The initial cow is also deceased.

The identity of the driver is being withheld at this time so proper notifications can be made, Coultrip said. No further information will be released at this time.

The roadway was opened again at 10 a.m.

UPDATE 7:23 p.m. — Identity of deceased driver released by KCSD.

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Deaths March 27, 2024: Naoma A. Livingston

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The following deaths of local residents and those with local connections are being reported by funeral homes today. Click on name to see obituary/service information:

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Sponsored post: Third Party Involvement Creates Confusion Among Voters

Note: The following is a paid advertisement from Heather Iverson for Judge, Roberta Puntillo, treasurer — DH

The following statement is from Circuit Court Judge candidate Heather Iverson:

For the past four months, I’ve traveled across Kenosha County meeting with voters, listening to their concerns, and talking about our shared values. My message has always been that judges should be elected based on their experience, knowledge of the law, and their commitment to serving the community.

Unfortunately, I’ve learned that outsiders are trying to infect this judicial race with partisan ads. As every lawyer knows, entities separate from the candidate can seek to influence elections as they choose. I did not solicit or approve these ads. I denounce any effort to turn this judicial race into an ugly, dishonest partisan battle.

I will continue to run an honorable campaign up through Election Day and work to earn your support based on my own merits.

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Spring election 2024: Westosha Central High School District board candidates Q&A

Voters in the Westosha Central High School District will be able to vote in a contested race for an at-large school board seat in the spring election.

On the April 2 ballot for the at-large seat are:

  • Keelin Cannon
  • Bonnie Felske, the incumbent

The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate by email.

Here, in alphabetical order is their biographical information, followed by their question responses:

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Spring election 2024: Randall School Board candidates Q&A

Voters in the Randall Consolidated School District will be able to vote in a contested election for school board in the spring election.

On the April 2 ballot will be:

  • Randy Nolan, an incumbent.
  • Lisa Stohr.
  • Mary Thornton, an incumbent.

Two seats will be filled. Voters will be able to cote for up to two candidates.

The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate by email.

Here, in alphabetical order is their biographical information, followed by their question responses:

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Orders being taken for Paddock Lake Area Lions Club 2024 flowers sale

Orders are being taken for the Paddock Lake Area Lions Club annual flower sale.

Beautiful flowers are $20.00 a dozen (and a vase for $5.00, if needed). You can order roses of one color, a rainbow of colored roses, or a spring bouquet of mixed flowers. The club will deliver anywhere in Kenosha County, southern
Racine County, or across the state line a short distance into Illinois.

Orders are due by Friday, April 5, with delivery on Wednesday, April 24, which is Administrative Professionals’ Day. Orders will be taken by any Paddock Lake Area Lions member or by calling Lion Ralph Myers at 262-945-7906 or Lion Joyce Myers 262-945-7906.

The proceeds received from this fundraiser help the club provide assistance to people in the local community, as well as the state and international communities. Lions help those with vision impairment, hearing loss, hunger issues, Lions camp attendance, and much, much more.

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Highway 50 work in Wheatland set to resume Thursday

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation has announced that work to raise a portion of Highway 50 in Wheatland to decrease flooding is scheduled to resume Thursday.

Some prelimnary preparation for the project started late last year.

From WisDOT:

Beginning March 28, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will resume construction work along WIS 50 in the town of Wheatland, from County W to the Wisconsin Central Railroad bridge in Kenosha County.  

What to expect: 

·         WIS 50 will remain open to traffic within the project limits with one lane of travel in each direction. 

·         Traffic will be staged during construction.  

·         Access to local businesses and property owners will be maintained. 

Improvements include: 

·         Raise approximately 0.25 miles of roadway by 2.5 feet. 

·         Deck repair and girder painting of bridges over Wisconsin Central Railroad. 

·         Riverbank stabilization of Fox River bridges.  

A.W. Oakes & Son, Inc. is the prime contractor for the $4 million project. Construction is scheduled for completion by fall 2024. All work is weather dependent and subject to change.  

Visit the project webpage here: https://projects.511wi.gov/50wheatland/ 

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Spring election 2024: County Board Dist. 21 supervisor candidates Q&A

Voters in County Board District 21 will be able to vote in a contested county supervisor race in the spring election.

On the April 2 ballot are:

  • Steve Mudroch
  • Mark Nordigian, the incumbent

District 21 includes parts of Randall, Twin Lakes and Salem Lakes. Here’s a map.

The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate by email.

Here, in alphabetical order is their biographical information, followed by their question responses:

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Rainbow over Paddock Lake

At about 8:45 a.m., there’s a big, bright rainbow to the west viewed from Paddock Lake

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Spring election 2024: County Board Dist. 20 supervisor candidates Q&A

Voters in County Board District 20 will be able to vote in a contested county supervisor race in the spring election.

On the April 2 ballot are:

  • John Poole, the incumbent
  • Michael La Forge

District 20 includes Paddock Lake and part of Salem Lakes. Here’s a map.

The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate by email.

Here, in alphabetical order is their biographical information, followed by their question responses:

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Spring election 2024: County Board Dist. 19 supervisor candidates Q&A

Voters in County Board District 19 will be able to vote in a contested county supervisor race in the spring election.

On the April 2 ballot are:

  • Brian S. Bashaw, the incumbent
  • Keith Gray

District 19 includes Paris and parts of Brighton, northern Bristol and Somers. Here’s a map.

The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate by email.

Here, in alphabetical order is their biographical information, followed by their question responses:

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Deaths March 25, 2024: Gary I. Ruud, Charles J. Dellutri, Michael F. Montemurro

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The following deaths of local residents and those with local connections are being reported by funeral homes today. Click on name to see obituary/service information:

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Sponsored post: Former Brighton School District Administrator Laurie Wright endorse Judge Frank Gagliardi

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Spring election 2024: County Board Dist. 18 supervisor candidates Q&A

Voters in County Board District 18 will be able to vote in a contested county supervisor race in the spring election.

On the April 2 ballot are:

  • Justine Hammelev-Jones
  •  Eric Meadows

 Incumbent Jeff Wamboldt is not running for re-election.

The 18th District includes much of southern Bristol in Western Kenosha County (see map here). The rest of the district is in Pleasant Prairie.

The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate, by email.

Here, in alphabetical order is their biographical information, followed by their question responses:

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Spring election 2024: County Board Dist. 22 supervisor candidates Q&A

Voters in County Board District 22 will be able to vote in a contested county supervisor race in the spring election.

On the April 2 ballot will be:

  • Ray Arbet
  • Erin Decker, the incumbent

The 22nd District includes parts of Brighton, Wheatland, Randall and Salem Lakes, including all of Silver Lake. (see map here).

The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate, by email or by mail.

Here is their biographical information, followed by their question responses, presented in alphabetical order:

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Deaths March 24, 2024: Gary L. Friedrich

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The following deaths of local residents and those with local connections are being reported by funeral homes today. Click on name to see obituary/service information:

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Spring election 2024: Salem Lakes trustee candidates Q&A

Voters in Salem Lakes have a contested race for village trustee on the spring election ballot.

Appearing on the April 2 ballot will be:

  • Dennis Faber, an incumbent
  • Ron Gandt, an incumbent
  • Bill Hopkins, an incumbent
  • Peter Poli.

The individuals with the three highest vote totals will be elected to the three seats to be filled. Voters will be able to cast three votes.

The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate by email.

Here is their biographical information followed by their question responses, presented in alphabetical order:

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Agenda: Bristol Village Board meeting March 25, 2024

The Bristol Village Board is scheduled to meet Monday, starting at 7 p.m. at Village Hall.

Among the agenda items are:

  • Public hearing on ORDINANCE NO. 24-3, An Ordinance Regarding Zoning with 13-2-42 Article D: Floodfringe District (FF) and Official Maps.
  • Discuss and consider for approval ORDINANCE NO. 24-4, Zoning Map and Zoning Text Amendment change from A-2 (Agricultural) to B-3 (Highway Business District) on approximately 2.84 acres on tax parcel 37-4-121-054-0415. This property is on the east 1 /2 southeast Sec 5 T l, Range 21, Village of Bristol, Kenosha County and State of Wisconsin.
    For informational purposes, the property is located at 1851 4 7stdt Street, which is on the northwest corner of Highway 50 (75th Street) and County Hwy D (184th Avenue).
  • Discuss and consider awarding a contractor from the list of received bids for the 2024 Street Tree Bid.
  • Discuss and consider for approval of the ATV/UTV Map showing all Village streets which would permit use by ATV/UTV riders.
  • Discuss and consider for approval the Village of Bristol Routes Golf Carts Map showing all Village streets which would permit use by golf cart riders.

The full agenda is available here.

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Agenda: Twin Lakes #4 School District (Lakewood School) special board meeting March 24, 2024

The Twin Lakes #4 School District (Lakewood School) board is scheduled to hold a special virtual board meeting Monday, starting at 5 p.m.

Agenda items include:

  • Discussion regarding shared administrative services between the Twin Lakes #4 School District and the
    Randall School District
  • Closed Session for consideration of employment of District Administrator and discussion of, and potential action concerning, individual(s) who may serve as District Administrator under the agreement.
  • Reconvene into Open Session, Possible Action Out of Closed Session.
  • Discuss and Possible Approval of the District Administrator Shared Service Contract.

The full agenda is available here.

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Agenda: Wheatland Town Board meeting March 25, 2024

The Wheatland Town Board is scheduled to meet Monday starting at 6 p.m. at Town Hall in New Munster.

Agenda items include:

  • Discussion/Purchase of the equipment for Constable – Firearms.
  • Discussion and possible action on Credit Card to be issued for fuel purchases only for Town Equipment.

The full agenda is available here.

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