We Are Milton

City of Milton, Wisconsin

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02/25/2022

All About MYC and the New Project Coordinator Position

Library Director Ashlee Kunkel and Milton Youth Coalition Chair Verlene Orr joined us for this episode of We Are Milton to talk about the Milton Youth Coalition and the current recruitment for the Project Coordinator for Community Substance Use Prevention. This position is new to the City of Milton and will be working to guide the work plan for the Milton Youth Coalition. Apply and find out more information in the full job description on the City’s website (www.milton-wi.gov/employment). This is a continuous recruitment, and application reviews will start on March 7. The City of Milton is an equal opportunity employer. Any topic suggestions for a future episode can be sent to Inga Cushman at icushman@milton-wi.gov or call her at (608) 868-6900 ext. 5.
01/25/2022

National Blood Donor Month

Heather Olsen, Donor Recruitment Account Manager for the American Red Cross, joined us for this episode of We Are Milton to talk about the crisis facing the nation due to the low number of blood donations. We talked about how you can find a blood donation event, what types of blood donations are available, and what motivates people to donate. "There are very few ways you can give of yourself, your time, that will directly impact or save a life, and this is one way to do that." - Heather Olsen. If you have any questions about donating or volunteering, you can contact Heather at (608) 440-0882 or by email at Heather.Olsen@redcross.org. Any questions related to donation eligibility can be directed to the Donor Support Center at (866) 236-3276. Any topic suggestions for a future episode can be sent to Inga Cushman at icushman@milton-wi.gov or call her at (608) 868-6900 ext. 5.
01/11/2022

Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Police Chief Scott Marquardt joined us for this episode of We Are Milton. Chief Marquardt spoke about Human Trafficking Prevention Month and his involvement with the Rock County Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force. The Task Force is hosting a Community Panel on Thursday, January 20, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 710 S. Janesville Street. Learn more about human trafficking by watching this video produced by the Rock County Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force: https://youtu.be/HI7nLugtb3E.
09/23/2021

Register to Vote Today!

City Clerk Jenny Salvo joined us for this episode of We Are Milton to discuss voter registration and National Voter Registration Day on September 28. Clerk Salvo has been with the City of Milton since March of 2021. Wisconsin residents can register to vote online at www.myvote.wi.gov or contact your City Clerk for information on registering in person. If you are a City of Milton community member and have any questions related to the election process, contact Clerk Salvo at (608) 868-6900 ext. 2 or by email at jsalvo@milton-wi.gov.
12/08/2020

Tell Me About the 2021 Budget

Mayor Anissa Welch and City Administrator Al Hulick provided highlights on the 2021 budget, the goals that drove the 2021 budget development process, and how the COVID-19 pandemic may impact future budgets.
09/18/2020

Accreditation: A Building Block for Trust

Police Chief Scott Marquardt provided information about the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Accreditation Group (WILEAG) accreditation process. The Milton Police Department first received accreditation in 2014, and is currently working through their second reaccreditation. Departments need to go through reaccreditation every 3 years. The accreditation process requires a public comment period, which will take place in October. Watch the City's website (www.milton-wi.gov) and social media for more information in the coming weeks. The Milton Police Department has also started making their policies available on the City's website for the community to review (www.milton-wi.gov/537/Policies).
07/29/2020

Strategizing for Milton’s Future

On this episode of We Are Milton, we spoke with Mayor Anissa Welch and City Administrator Al Hulick about the development process for the 2020-2024 Strategic Plan. They explained what a strategic plan is and why it’s important to the Milton community. Community members are encouraged to be involved in the process by completing the Community Survey and applying to participate in the Community Workshop or High School Student Focus Group. The survey and the applications are available on the City’s website (www.milton-wi.gov/StrategicPlan). Do you have an idea for a future topic for the We Are Milton podcast? Contact Administrative Services Director Inga Cushman at (608) 868-6900 ext. 5 or by email at icushman@milton-wi.gov.
07/01/2020

Stay Safe This 4th of July

For this episode, we spoke with Police Chief Scott Marquardt about the events taking place over the 4th of July weekend in Milton and tips on staying safe this year. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some events are cancelled while others look different. We also spoke about personal use of fireworks and things to consider when planning a family gathering while COVID-19 is still a concern. Do you have an idea for a future topic? Contact Administrative Services Director Inga Cushman at (608) 868-6900 ext. 5 or by email at icushman@milton-wi.gov.
06/26/2020

Milton's One Apple Lunch Bunch

On this episode of We Are Milton we spoke with Barb Braun from the One Apple Lunch Bunch. The One Apple Lunch Bunch is offering meals to students in the Milton School District again this summer for free. Any student in the Milton School District is able to sign up online (https://tinyurl.com/ycxkao3r). Learn more about the program and how the One Apple Lunch Bunch name was selected by listening to this episode. Do you have a topic idea for a future episode? Contact Administrative Services Director Inga Cushman at (608) 868-6900 ext. 5 or by email at icushman@milton-wi.gov.

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