One of the most important parts of my job is hearing your feedback so I can make your voice heard in Washington, D.C. That is why I'll be hosting three town hall meetings on Monday, August 3, 2020.

Monday, August 3, 2020

Newton Town Hall (Indoors, limited to 30 people)
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Newton Town Hall
6524 Carstens Lake Road
Manitowoc, WI 54220

Sheboygan Falls Town Hall (Outdoors)
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Rochester Park
710 Hickory Street
Sheboygan Falls, WI 53085

Mt. Calvary Town Hall (Indoors, limited to 30 people)
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Mt. Calvary Fire Department
999 Fond du Lac Street
Mt. Calvary, WI 53057

My Newton and Mt. Calvary town hall meetings will be taking place indoors and will be limited to 30 attendees on a first-come first-serve basis. My Sheboygan Falls meeting will be held outdoors and the number of attendees will not be limited. Each town hall will follow recommendations on social distancing and sanitizing provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as well as Wisconsin’s face covering guidelines.

If you are interested in attending, I recommend following these guidelines:

• Bring and wear a facemask that adequately covers the mouth and nose
• Carry extra hand sanitizer
• Bring a pen to sign in if you do not wish to use the pens provided
  • Pens provided will be sanitized after use
• Be mindful of other attendees and stay at least six feet apart
• Bring gloves if you plan to touch surfaces in or around the venue
• Check your temperature before deciding to attend

Attendees are not limited to these guidelines and should take all other necessary precautions in order to safely attend the meeting.

My office will also be providing the following at each venue:

• Hand sanitizer
• Face masks
• Disinfectant wipes
• Gloves

I hope to see you on Monday!

This section is dedicated to the memory of Bernell Trammell.

Bernell was one of 10 children of Dolores Jackson, born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and attended Milwaukee Lincoln High School. He followed the steps of his grandfather, Cecil Bellinger, who was one of the first African-American businessmen in Milwaukee, when he founded eXpressions Journal Publications. He was well-read and liked to read the books of Abraham Lincoln and Malcolm X. He was not afraid to speak the truth. He liked to display signs with bible verses and signs supporting President Donald Trump. He was killed while holding his sign supporting President Trump earlier this month.

Authorities say that his death may be politically motivated and are investigating the circumstances. My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Trammell's family and friends.

Some cities are already cutting funding for police departments amid a rise in murders. I want you to know that I will vehemently oppose any proposal that will keep law enforcement from doing their job.

Rural communities in Wisconsin can use this toolkit to apply for funding opportunities to improve the safety of local, rural roads.

Thursday was National Intern Day. Thanks to Ryan from Madison, Ted from Neenah and Drew from Sheboygan for interning in my Washington, DC office this Summer. Great work!