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WIIN Comments for ANR WI Reliability Project
Comments on ANR Pipeline Company’s Abbreviated Application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity and for Related Authorizations for the Wisconsin Access Project. Full release. 8/8/2022
WIIN Comments for Enbridge Line 5 Relocation
Comments on Draft Environmental Impact Statement on Enbridge’s proposed relocation of its Line 5 petroleum pipeline in Ashland, Bayfield and Iron Counties. Full Release 05/13/2022
Moving Forward with I94 East-West Corridor Comes at the Right Time for Wisconsin’s Economy
Wisconsin Infrastructure Investment Now, Inc. (“WIIN”) applauds the decision of Governor Evers and WisDOT to move forward with the critical I94 East-West Corridor project. Full Release 07/15/2020
RELEASE: Over 300 workers coming on-line to restore Husky Energy refinery
HUSKY ENERGY CLEANUP AND DEMOLITION WORK BEGINS More Than 300 Workers Coming On-line To Restore Refinery (SUPERIOR, Wis.) – Employees and contractors are returning this month to the badly damaged Husky Energy refinery after a long, hard winter away. This is an encouraging sign for Wisconsin’s only refinery and major employer in the Superior-Duluth area,… Full Release 05/11/2019
WIIN Comments for ANR WI Access Project
Comments on ANR Pipeline Company’s Abbreviated Application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity and for Related Authorizations for the Wisconsin Access Project. Full Release 05/15/2021
Poll reveals overwhelming support for enhanced taxpayer protection in public construction projects
(Madison)…Wisconsin residents overwhelmingly support laws that create new levels of taxpayer protection and highlights Wisconsin-based employers in publicly-funded construction projects.
The proposals would impact publicly-funded infrastructure projects and create a series of new protections for taxpayers from being burdened with hidden costs by companies that bid on taxpayer- funded projects that require low bids. In addition, the poll demonstrates strong support for ensuring Wisconsin workers are building Wisconsin projects.
“There is clear-cut and passionate support for a series of taxpayer protections that increase transparency and foster highly skilled Wisconsin workers’ ability to compete aggressively for public projects in the state,” says Robb Kahl, WIIN’s executive director. “These reforms would be similar to various protections already in place in other states and prevent dumping hidden costs on taxpayers.” Full Release 05/04/2019
Long Overdue Highway 23 Expansion Project Clear to Proceed
(MADISON, Wis.) – The critical need to move forward on the State Highway 23 expansion project in Fond du Lac and Sheboygan counties brought many diverse voices together in support of the project. The project recently cleared a critical legal hurdle, and now the four- lane expansion, which was tentatively slated by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to begin this summer, can proceed. Full Release 05/03/2020
WIIN Comments on the Proposed Mining Ordinance – Forest County
“Taxes and fees to local and state governments from a single mine would be over $27 million. These numbers don’t take into account the indirect economic development that would result from a new facility, including businesses needed to support project operations, housing development, and even increased spending at local restaurants and other establishments.
Despite rhetoric and fear-inducing hyperbole, mining can be safely and cleanly developed in Wisconsin, particularly in light of recent technological advances in the industry.” Full Letter 08/10/2018
WIIN Comments on the Proposed Mining Ordinance – Oneida County
“The recently-enacted state legislation created a framework to allow for tremendous economic growth. A typical mine could create 300+ family-sustaining jobs in the local community. The Flambeau mine, for example, utilized local people for 85% of its workforce. Taxes and fees to local and state governments from a single mine would be over $27 million.” Full Letter 08/10/2018
WIIN Comments on the 2018 Limited Scope Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the State Highway 23 Project
In order for Wisconsin to continue to support and grow its economy, investment in infrastructure, such as the Project, is needed. Among the Purposes and Need identified for the Project are:
Provide system continuity between the city of Sheboygan and the city of Fond du Lac. WIS 23 is a major east-west connecting highway between these population centers of east central Wisconsin.
Improve the operational efficiency of the WIS 23 corridor, appropriate for the highway’s function as a Corridors 2030 Connector route, promoting regional and statewide economic development.
Full Release 08/10/2018
WIIN Comments on the Draft Industrial Sand Mining Strategic Analysis
WIIN took the opportunity to release a statement with comments on the DNR’s Draft Industrial Sand Mining Strategic Analysis. In this statement, (they/we) comment on specific issues pertaining to current trends (groundwater), local roads, and property values. The goal of this statement is to provide additional information and comments on certain sections. Full Release 09/09/2016
WIIN Comments on I-94 East-West Corridor Study
WIIN believes that for Wisconsin to continue to grow its economy, investments in infrastructure are needed. Projects, like the I-94 East-West Corridor are important, especially to workers whose transportation route runs through this area. Efficient roads, highways, and bridges are necessary for people and goods to reach their desired market. Without a quality infrastructure, Wisconsin can not remain competitive with outside markets. Full Release 09/06/2016
“It’s Time for States to Invest in Infrastructure” -Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
It is no secret that our country’s infrastructure is crumbling. Instead of identifying and making infrastructure investments, states are choosing to cut taxes and offer corporate subsidies, which have not created the improvement our roads need. In general, many states are cutting infrastructure spending, which is the opposite solution to fixing the problem. States need to invest in their infrastructure to fix current issues and prevent future problems. If infrastructure issues are not addressed and faced in the coming years, it will only be more difficult to solve this heavy-hanging issue. Read More 04/03/2016
WIIN Comments on the EIS on the Enbridge Sandpiper and Line 3 Projects
WIIN is committed to seeing Wisconsin’s infrastructure thrive. It has been widely acknowledged that there is no long-term funding solution prepared for Wisconsin’s aging highway infrastructure. WIIN believes a long-term plan must be developed, as well as a sustainable plan. Read More 09/09/2015
UW-Whitewater Releases Study Showing the Economic Benefits of Trade-Supported Training in the Community
The University of Wisconsin Whitewater released a study to demonstrate the economic benefits of trade-supported training on the community. The study was developed because of the changing relationship between the construction industry and the trades in Wisconsin, and how those industries impact students and their communities. Students involved in a trade program can see benefits from attending trade-school, as can the community. Read more 05/04/2015