Kenosha County Connection

November 6, 2026

The County Board voted unanimously last night to adopt the 2027 county budget, concluding a collaborative process that spanned several months. I then immediately joined supervisors and staff in signing the budget into effect on the County Board floor.

I’m proud to join County Board Chairman Mark Nordigian in commending the board for its diligence in reviewing the budget, which maintains the county's commitment to public safety and human services while also protecting the interests of taxpayers.

Celebrating Veterans Day in Kenosha County

A host of Veterans Day events in the area began today, with a special breakfast at the American Heroes Café at Festival Foods.

This Saturday, Kenosha County Veterans Services will host its annual Veterans Breakfast and Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to noon at the Job Center on Sheridan Road.

Many other events will follow in the coming days. I hope you’ll join me in honoring the service and sacrifices of our many veterans in Kenosha County!

Heroes Among Us

Today, I presented a Heroes Among Us award to Kenosha County Joint Services telecommunicator Kristin McCoy for the lifesaving instruction she provided on Oct. 1 during a roadside emergency call to a mother whose daughter was in cardiac arrest.

McCoy, and the Pleasant Prairie emergency medical technicians who responded, were also recognized with lifesaving awards from Aurora South Office of Medical Direction.

Kenosha County is excited to be a participant in the inaugural Keys to Kenosha event, hosting the public at our historic Courthouse from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday.

Visitors will have the opportunity to tour the newly restored Ceremonial Courtroom, and to hear encore performances of “Lovers of Liberty” — an original musical composition telling the story of the building’s history — at noon and 1 p.m.

The Courthouse is one of more than 50 notable architectural and historic sites in the community that will be open for tours throughout the day.

Congratulations to all of the candidates who were elected to local, state and federal offices on Tuesday, and hats off to the many voters who took time to cast a ballot on or before Election Day!

I’d also like to give a special thanks to County Clerk Regi Waligora and her team, as well as all of the municipal clerks who worked hard to facilitate a smooth election process.

This week is Crash Responder Safety Week, a good time to remember to always be aware and observant of the law while driving in emergency zones.

When you see crash responders on the side of the road, slow down and move over — lives are on the line!

The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office reports it is seeing a recent wave of vehicle crashes involving deer.

With deer especially active at this time of the year, the Sheriff’s Office reminds drivers to put their phones away while behind the wheel, to scan both sides of the road, and to slow down near deer crossing signs. If you see one deer cross the road, keep watching the shoulder — a second or third might be right behind it.

Please remember to always drive with caution, and to watch for four-legged traffic!

Recently, it was my pleasure to join Lov N Care Children’s Academy in a celebration of Lights On Afterschool Day, a reminder of the value that quality afterschool programs have in preparing children to become successful adults.

Thank you to Lov N Care for shining a spotlight on this important cause!

Kudos to those who turned out for a successful series of collection events held across the county on Oct. 24 for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

These events wouldn’t have been possible without the work of the Kenosha County Division of Behavioral Health Services and all of the participating agencies and host sites.

It’s never too late to make your home safer by safely disposing of unneeded medications — safe medication disposal boxes are available at all times, with some open 24 hours a day, at 15 locations throughout the county.

Celebrating our World Champs!

The Milwaukee Brewers’ World Series run raised the spirits of many of our Kenosha County team members, who came to work in team gear throughout that exciting week.

A day after the Crew clinched the crown, County Board Supervisor Erin Decker and I rolled up our sleeves to donate blood in celebration of the win.

Congrats to the Brewers — you made our whole state proud!

Save the Date: County Tree Lighting on Nov. 28

Kenosha County’s annual tree-lighting ceremony in Petrifying Springs Park returns Saturday, Nov. 28.

Join us at 3 p.m. for kids’ activities, free photos with Santa, food trucks, caroling, and live reindeer. At 5 p.m., the tree will be lit.

There will be plenty of festive fun for all!

Join Our Team!

Kenosha County has rewarding career openings that offer opportunity for upward mobility and an excellent suite of benefits, including:

• Generous PTO and 12 paid holidays
• Pension through WRS
• Affordable Health Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

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