Taylor Wishau for Racine County Supervisor District 21

Great opportunity to get kids their Hunters Safety!

“Students interested in getting their Hunter Safety Certificate should stop in and see Mr. Tonn in the art room for a flyer for a local class that will start in February.”

Students interested in getting their Hunter Safety Certificate should stop in and see Mr. Tonn in the art room for a flyer for a local class that will start in February.

Copy of my resolution at the County Board on a commitment to exploring, identifying, and pursuing effective autonomous drone system solutions that are domestically produced and/or that otherwise do not pose undue security risk will appear before the Executive Committee next week for consideration.

RESOLUTION BY THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE SETTING FORTH COMMITMENT TO EXPLORING, IDENTIFYING, AND PURSUING EFFECTIVE AUTONOMOUS DRONE SYSTEM SOLUTIONS THAT ARE DOMESTICALLY PRODUCED AND/OR THAT OTHERWISE DO NOT POSE UNDUE SECURITY RISK To the

Honorable Members of the Racine County Board of Supervisors:

WHEREAS, Racine County is committed to the safety, security, and well-being of its citizens and recognizes the importance of safeguarding sensitive information, protecting privacy, and preserving intellectual property; and

WHEREAS, federal government intelligence and national security assessments consistently note that China presents a cyber espionage threat aimed at bolstering its civil-military industrial development, gaining economic advantage, and/or supporting its attack capabilities against core military and critical infrastructure systems; and

WHEREAS, Chinese drone companies control almost ninety (90) percent of the American marketplace; and WHEREAS, the U.S. Federal Communications
Commission, the government agency that authorizes drone use on U.S. communications networks, has called for restrictions on Chinese-made drones due in part to concerns with counterintelligence and economic espionage threats from China; and

WHEREAS, specifically, there is concern that Chinese-made drone technology may be leveraged by the People's Republic of China to conduct surveillance operations throughout the United States due to Military Civil Fusion laws - which require private companies in China to share data and technology with the Chinese military where it is deemed beneficial for advancing the People's Liberation Army; and

WHEREAS, in 2020, the U.S. Congress prohibited the Department of Defense from purchasing these systems, while the Pentagon banned all commercial off-the-shelf drones because of security concerns two years earlier; and

WHEREAS, in early 2023, Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA), the Chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, and Sen.
Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) led a coalition letter signed by a bipartisan group of 14 of their colleagues requesting the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency ("CISA") analyze the security risks posed by drones manufactured in China; and

WHEREAS, those effects led to the American Security Drone Act of 2023 - a bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S.
House of Representatives that would bar federal agencies from using DJI, Autel Robotics, and other Chinese-made drones - which was added to the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act by the U.S. Senate; and

WHEREAS, the American Security Drone Act would also bar local and state governments from purchasing Chinese-made drones with federal grants; and

WHEREAS, in August 2023, the U.S. Department of Defense unveiled an ambitious initiative named Replicator, aimed at rapidly scaling and increasing the inventory and availability of autonomous drone systems produced domestically in the face of competition with, and reliance on, Chinese-made drone technology; and

WHEREAS, it is anticipated that the U.S. drone industry will have a much stronger supply chain in the years ahead through accelerated software acquisition, procurement of innovative technologies, and injection of financial resources for buying and developing autonomous drone systems.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Racine County Board of Supervisors that Racine County is committed to exploring and identifying (e.g., market research, testing, etc.), and pursuing grant funding and public procurement or group purchasing opportunities for the purchase and operation of autonomous drone system solutions that meet its specific needs but that are not manufactured or assembled by:

(A) an entity included on the Consolidated Screening List, a list of parties for which the U.S. government maintains restrictions on certain exports, reexports, or transfers of items;

(B) an entity the Secretary of Homeland Security, in coordination with the Secretary of State, the Attorney General, Director of National Intelligence, and the Secretary of Defense, determines poses a national security risk;

(c) an entity domiciled in the People's Republic of China or subject to influence or owned or controlled by the Government of the People's Republic of China or the Communist Party of the People's Republic of China, as determined by the Secretary of Homeland Security, in coordination with the Secretary of State; and/or

(D) a "covered foreign entity" as that term is defined under the American Security Drone Act of 2023 (i.e., "an entity included on a list developed and maintained by the Federal Acquisition Security Counsel and published in the System for Award Management (SAM).").

(E) Any subsidiary or affiliate of an entity described in subparagraphs (A) through (D).

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be forwarded by the County Clerk to the Governor of the State of Wisconsin, State Senators and State Representatives representing Racine County, U.S. Representatives and Senators representing Racine County, and the Wisconsin Counties Association for consideration.

This is a HANDS ON fi****ms course designed BY A WOMAN FOR WOMEN who are beginner to intermediate-level and want to begin to master the basic skills and fundamentals to be armed, confident, and proficient with a firearm.

The class will be held here at America’s Gunsmith Shop on January 28th and then again on February 18th.

Click here to register: http://tinyurl.com/tx9vcky5

HAPPY HOUR 3-6, WINGS 3-10 & GOOD FRIENDS ALL NIGHT!

Wow.... this is just absolutely beautiful, and amazing craftsmanship!! Thank you so very much to Ben Zimmerman and Hollycakes, LLC (for the yummy Mocha Peppermint Cupcakes)for this outstanding mobile bussing station.

2024 RESERVATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!

Don't miss your chance to book your favorite campsite or picnic facility!

➡️ racinecounty.com/parks

OUTSTANDING!!!!!!

We are truly grateful to all that helped with your donations to Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin.

Do you want to spend your summer 2024 creating a safe and enjoyable experience for swimmers in our beaches and pool? Apply today!

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Do you want to spend your summer 2024 creating a safe and enjoyable experience for swimmers at our beaches and pool? Apply today!

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FYI from our friends at BTA Buck Trail Archers!

Take note of our leagues coming up! We have DieHard Challenge, Winter Industrial, and kids league starting in January!

Thanks to the Burlington Standard Press for covering.

🎄❄️🇺🇸Free Christmas Trees 🇺🇸❄️🎄
Come pick up some Christmas cheer!!! The veterans from Marine Corps League 346 will be distributing FREE, fresh-cut Christmas trees in the parking lot behind 820 Main St (facing Wisconsin Ave) on Wednesday, 20 December from 3 - 7 PM -or- until they’re gone. Please arrive prepared to safely attach to your vehicle. Sorry…NO deliveries.
Thank You Marine Corps League 346!🇺🇸
Link to the Google map directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DNRX5ZRBZzvQKZTRA?g_st=ic

Great work Burlington WI Police Department!!!

Great work again this year by our friends Jeremy & Yvonne at Bubba's Brickyard! 🇺🇸

Another successful year for Pack the House for Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin ! Jeremy and I thank everyone for your help!

Great night for bingo supporting our friends at the Burlington Kiwanis Club!

Thanks to John Wanasek and Phyllis Rice for being the guest callers!

FYI!

There has been a slight update to the Pictures With Santa 🎅 event. It will now be Saturday only, but fear not! We still have slots available between 10am & 2pm THIS SATURDAY (12/16) to come get your picture taken with Jolly Ol' Santa Claus! Tickets available here: https://loom.ly/jcRxNY4

See you there!

🎉 To celebrate camping reservations opening on January 3rd, we’re bringing back our weekend camping giveaway for 2024! 🎉

For a chance to win a coupon code for a free weekend of camping at Cliffside Campground, follow these steps:

1️⃣ Like this post
2️⃣ Comment the worst thing you could forget to bring camping!

The winner will be picked at random and announced in the comments on January 3, 2024.

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Rules:

▪️ Entrants must complete both steps listed above.
▪️ Entrants must be at least 18 years old.
▪️ Comments are limited to one per person.
▪️ Racine County Parks staff and their immediate family members are not eligible to win.

Redeeming the coupon code:

▪️ To redeem the coupon code, the winner must enter the code during checkout when making a reservation online or verbally give the code to Parks staff over the phone. Winner must provide a valid payment card during the reservation process, even if there is no balance due.

▪ The coupon code is a single-use code valid for any consecutive Friday night and Saturday night reservation that takes place between April 12, 2024, and October 31, 2024.

▪️ If the coupon code is not redeemed by October 31, 2024, it will be considered void. The coupon code will not be reactivated or reissued. The coupon code is not transferrable and has no cash value.

Disclaimer:

▪️ By entering this giveaway, you hereby release Facebook from any and all liability associated with this giveaway. This giveaway is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with, Facebook.

TODAY!! 1️⃣5️⃣% OFF* already reasonable prices and far lower than retail!!! Wednesday, 12/13 only! Lots of and some new items for gifts and stocking stuffers!! 🎄


*Some exclusions apply.

Hand made, buttery Cherry Cheese Danish, Bear Claws, and Raspberry Turnovers. Oooooh La La!

🎁 Spread the Holiday Cheer with Forever Vos Farms' Holiday Boxes! 🌲

This weekend, get ready for a festive feast with our exclusive holiday bundles, available in-store and at the Burlington Kris Kringle Market with Zach!

🌟 'Gift Box' ($30): Perfect for gifting, this bundle includes 2 sirloin filets, 1 summer sausage, 2 packages of snack sticks, and 1 ground beef.

🌟 'Holiday Box' ($120): Elevate your holiday table with smoked/specialty products, pork chops, sirloin steak, round steak, burgers, and 2 New York strips.

🌟 'Holiday Box PLUS' ($150): The ultimate indulgence! Packed with bacon, summer sausage, snack sticks, pork chops, sirloin steak, round steak, burgers, and your choice of two porterhouse steaks, 2 bone-in ribeyes, or 4 tenderloin filets.

Zach will have a selection of these bundles at the Kris Kringle Market this Saturday from 10-3 — grab them while they last!

Don’t miss out on these delectable delights, perfect for your holiday gatherings or as special gifts. 🎅

Seeking clothing assistance during tough times? Look no further!

Visit Solomon's Closet at Riverwood Community Church. They offer FREE clothing for all ages, no questions asked.

Donate new or gently used clothing to support their cause.

Details below in the flyer.

If you have unused board games and are willing to donate them, please reach out to Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin! 🇺🇸

A lot of our residents love to play board games. They do have the basics board games which they enjoy. Looking for card games that can make them laugh or board games with a little bit more variety. If you have any questions message us anytime!!!

I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all who signed my nomination papers for Taylor Wishau for Racine County Supervisor District 21!

Your support is greatly appreciated, and I'm excited for the opportunity to continue serving as your representative in Burlington!

In my next term, my focus will be on enhancing parks and recreation, supporting local businesses, investing in mental health and law enforcement, fostering collaboration between government entities, and promoting our community for investment and job creation.

Together, we can improve the quality of life in Burlington, strengthen our economy, prioritize safety and well-being, streamline processes, and create opportunities for investment and job growth.

I also want to give a special shoutout to those who helped collect signatures. Your dedication and support have been truly amazing!

Your Veteran ID Card (VIC) can be used to qualify for discounts offered to Veterans at many businesses. Don't miss out on discounts this holiday season.

Apply for your VIC at the link below.

Please note that your VIC does not replace your Veteran Health Identification Card or your Department of Defense ID Card.

https://www.va.gov/records/get-veteran-id-cards/vic/