By Paul Snyder A circuit court’s order that the state review a 200-acre development proposed for Mazomanie may put a regional planning commission in jeopardy. “I think it’s fair to say our future is up in the air at this ...

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By Paul Snyder A Wisconsin labor leader is wary of a Madison alderman’s proposal to require contractors on public works projects provide domestic partner benefits to employees. Alderman Mike Verveer said the city attorney is drafting an ordinance proposal for ...

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By Paul Snyder Dane County builders are revolting against a requirement for another layer of government regulation over where projects are built. The opposition stems from a Capital Area Regional Planning Commission requirement that cities, villages and towns collaborate on ...

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Paul Snyder [email protected] The confusion of documents strewn across the table in Dave Merritt’s City-County Building office mirrors his stimulus state of mind. The Dane County director of public policy and program development is the point person for figuring out ...

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Paul Snyder [email protected] Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk’s lack of leadership is stalling progress on the North Mendota Parkway project, according to the woman challenging Falk in an April 7 election. “Had Kathleen Falk had an interest in the project, ...

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Paul Snyder [email protected] A Madison-based economic development group is the latest to try to clear up stimulus-related confusion, but those waiting for the federal money say clarity will arrive only when cash is in hand. “Everything about this is always ...

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