Zoerner did the right thing and paid their bills back. Well I suppose its a good thing I moved out of Kenosha I whole heartedly support the second amendment, but I also have PTSD and have come to the conclusion that I would be more likely to turn the gun on myself, than I would be to need it in the event of a home invasion or armed robbery. The City read the fine print and canceled their plans to place the signs up. You live with that the rest of your life. These criminals that prey on our families must be made aware that Kenosha County is not soft on crime, we embrace a multi-jurisdictional team so there is no escape, and our officers are exceptionally well-trained and committed to stopping them. KENOSHA, WI (WLIP)-Kenosha County has yet another candidate for the soon to be vacant Sheriff's position and he started his campaign with a big endorsement. However, you should have thought about that before you decided to run. He lives with his wife and two children, and spends much of his free time gardening. Under state law, the increase in the levy of the City of Kenosha for the tax to be imposed for the next fiscal year, 2023, is limited to 2.654%, which results in a levy of $75,763,738. (Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) Kenosha County Assistant DA Tricia Riley was in court today and asked for a $10,000 cash bail. Fall election 2022: Kenosha County sheriff candidates Q&A Oct 24th, 2022 by Darren Hillock. It does not serve as anoccupying force but a force that knows and protects its citizens rights, lives and properties. As a true grassroots organization, the RPKC relies 100% on volunteers. The Clerk's Office will check nomination papers in the order they are submitted to the office. If Gonzales were to win the race and become Kenosha Countys next Sheriff, he would then be able to double dip, meaning he would collect both his pension from his retirement as well as the Sheriffs salary, all on the taxpayer dime. I understand the office of Sheriff is not a position of onesegotistical power, but one granted to a single individual for a temporary time. I was born and raised in Racine and moved to the beautiful City of Kenosha in 2008. Ive thought about this article a bit over the last couple days. Youre blocked. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. I will work closely with the Health Department to find help for individuals suffering from the opiate crisis and bring individuals to justice who make a profit creating/selling these dangerous drugs! Gonzales can not manage his own familys finances. In fact, Anthony Kennedy voted to allow guns in City Hall on November 11, 2011. What has been going on here in city administration for last 15 yrs is not fixable. The Clerk's Office will contact you to let you know whether your nomination papers were sufficient. A Kenosha Alderman, Anthony Kennedy, urged the County to ban guns in its buildings but wont put forward a proposal to do the same for the City, which makes him a hypocrite says Decker. [I support the change] because I like the part of that law that allows the county to make its own decision on what they can do. Maybe thats why he wants to double dip. command, supervisory, and tactical response experience to get the job done. Its well-documented that the officers involved in this incident changed their stories a number of timesnot just a few, but 19 times total between them, which Michael Bell Sr. believes could be evidence of a cover-up. It also allowed building owners to post no guns allowed signs on privately owned buildings and public buildings. Northwestern University Police Supervisor Academy Graduate, Active Member Tactical Response Team Hostage Negotiator, Police Science Instructor at Gateway Technical College, FBIExecutive Leadership Training Graduate, Kenosha County Chapter 51 Committee on Mental Health Member, Former US Marine Corps Presidential Guard, Former Resource Officer for Wilmot High School. This put the self-insured county at risk. Under state law, increases to the levy are limited to 2.654%, which would result in a levy of $75,763,738. You are not capable of really knowing your own limitations and weaknesses. Theft is theft. Candidates for Kenosha County sheriff Brian Gonzales, left, David Zoerner, Tyler Cochran and Ray Rowe listen as facilitator Brian Thomas (not pictured) goes over ground rules at a. I will listen to the concerns of the citizens and work to make our community safe! 5.02 (21) In that industry, its not an IF you hit and kill someone, its a WHEN. They never evicted their tenants that were struggling, never filed bankruptcy and was NEVER foreclosed on. He has continued to claim that the Kenosha Police Department was involved in a cover-up to protect the officers involved and the department, and that the shooting of his son was in fact unjustified rather than a justified self-defense shooting which was what the Kenosha Police decided it was. Making Kenosha County safe again means taking criminals off the streets and putting them in jail. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. Enforces it without prejudice, openly and honestly. Newcomer Democrat Max Winkels, the sergeant of arms for the Kenosha County Democratic Party, will also be running for Kerkmans former seat. Firing a gun, holding a throttle, either way its a piece of machinery their hands are operating. Please pay careful attention to the signatures you obtain on your nomination papers. Try again later. During the school year. The referendum asks to increase this levy by 3.3%, resulting in $78,263,738, a $2.5 million increase. I will coordinate with state patrol if necessary and designate deputies to set up traffic patrols during planting and harvest season. Maybe at the time he took what he felt was the best course. Smetana is competent chief who plays well with others and backs up his officers personally. I will personally attend those same meetings at least once a quarter to take questions and address any concerns of the local boards and citizens. Candidate Total Votes % Votes . Protecting our citizens against all crimes within the unincorporated areas is paramount! Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Not everyone who does not own a gun is a bleeding heart libtard. See State Statute 11.05(2g) and 11.10(1). Further leadership role as a detective: during homicides and sex assaults etc., I would direct and supervise patrolling deputies on their roles to secure evidence, crowds and, written statements to ensure that the investigation operated smoothly. I can see that happening in the future. Circulators are only required to be U.S. citizens, age 18 or older on the date of circulation, and not otherwise disqualified as an elector by the provisions in State Statute 6.03. Declaration of Candidacy (EL-162) The declaration of candidacy must be filed with the County Clerk's Office no later than the deadline for filing nomination papers (June 1, 2022). I wasnt in it long enough to have such an incident myself, but every locomotive crew member I know who has more than ten years on the job, has had at least one. This is the first time I found CKE bought and paid for by the LEFT. Your buddy participated in these lies and the cover-up. My plan leads to the hiring and retention of the most qualified personnel. County employees and taxpayers should not be denied the right to protect themselves in county buildings. Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. That seems to be his support base. Thats one thing that bothers me the most. Four Republican sheriff candidates are vying to get on the November ballot against Democrat James Simmons. It was voted on unanimously by the democratic controlled Council. Our deputies must be given the room to accomplish their tasks and should be continually supported in their efforts,to keep families safe. David has the training, experience, and strategic knowledge to ensure such events never happen again. Thats right, you can carry a concealed weapon in each and every of the 50 states. Continuing candidates must file an amended campaign registration statement indicating the office sought and the new primary and election dates. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Pleasant Prairie Postmaster Catches Federal Case For Felony Embezzlement Of Over $60,000, $5,000 Cash Bail For Kenosha Man Accused Of Maintaining Drug Trafficking House, Second Mistrial In Anderson Homicide Trial Possible Judge To Rule Tomorrow, Jury Picked In Jealous Ex-Boyfriend Murder Case Opening Statements Tuesday. If Smetana is so competent then why did he push almost the entire upper half of the department into early retirement and many others to leave law enforcement all together? The circulator must certify the nomination papers after obtaining the signatures. Now that he is retired, maybe he can free himself from the virtual prison he has put himself in. * Performed background checks for new hires for the position of Deputy Sheriff, Corrections and Sheriffs Civilian positions. David was on the job for twenty hours a day defending Kenosha against rioters as the city burned. Kenosha upcoming partisan primary, sheriff and referendum on ballot. I want to provide the necessary training and equipment for staff to be their best, and do their best. In addition to holding the brunt of the controversy around Michael Bell Jr.s death, Gonzales may have created an uphill battle for himself when he wrote and self-published a memoir which details the incident rather graphically. Signatures of qualified electors on nomination papers must be obtained between April 15, 2022, and 5:00 pm on June 1, 2022. Pleasant Prairie Postmaster Jeffrey C. Zgorzelski was charged yesterday in federal court with allegedly Kenosha Firefighter/EMT On Paid Leave For Third Time While City Investigates Child Sexual Assault Allegations, Kenosha County Board Meeting Ends Abruptly With One Liberal Activist Arrested For Fighting With Police. Pleasant Prairie Postmaster Catches Federal Case For Felony Embezzlement Of Over $60,000, $5,000 Cash Bail For Kenosha Man Accused Of Maintaining Drug Trafficking House, Second Mistrial In Anderson Homicide Trial Possible Judge To Rule Tomorrow, Jury Picked In Jealous Ex-Boyfriend Murder Case Opening Statements Tuesday. Two think you should be legally forced leave your gun in your car. Incumbent Jim Kreuser did not run for re-election. Kenosha County Assistant DA Tricia Riley. The Kenosha City Council passed an ordinance on November 11, 2011 that specifically allows concealed carry in City buildings. According to his campaign page, he says as sheriff, he would dedicate a program for the health and wellness of deputies, staff, and their families and would ensure drug users get the care that they need to successfully recover from addiction. James C. Simmons and David W. Zoerner ran in the general election for Kenosha County Sheriff on November 8, 2022. No one seems to have a problem with him doing that, why would anyone care about Gonzales double dipping. I want to avoid the mess that was the flooding of 2017 and the unwillingness of the Sheriff to seek help from the National Guard. Having looked into him he had lots of support because he was the Dare Officer. Ive worked in rail. I have had a difficult time finding out anything else. If the annuitant goes back to work for a WRS employer after the waiting period then they are being paid for work they do without additional WRS contributions. David will implement plans with jail leadership to increase retention of current employees, ensure our jailers are respected for the difficult work they do, and increase the safety of their work environment. General election for Kenosha County Sheriff. You can cancel at any time. It looks even more conspicuous given that he requested his employment to end specifically on August 9th, which is election day for the partisan primary. New candidates should file a campaign registration statement as soon as the intent to seek elective office is known and before funds are collected or spent. I like Zoernrt, they both have a thoughtful plan. I know railroaders who have had one or more man under, someone under the wheels of their train. Two Republican candidates are running for State Senate District 21, incumbent Van Wanggaard and Jay Stone, who has repeatedly pushed false claims of voter fraud during the 2020 presidential election. Appearing on the ballot will be: Democrat James Simmons Republican David W. Zoerner Incumbent David Beth, a Republican, is not running for re-election. I mean, do any of us genuinely think a no guns allowed sign is going to deter murder, robbery, or other serious crimes? This August and November, Kenosha County Residents will vote for a new Sheriff. Hes a puppet and in the Villages back pocket. He has dedicated his career to ensuring protection for everyone, from the children he served as a school resource officer to the President of the United States as a former Marine and member of the Presidential Guard. *Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice. That was from a recent article published here. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. The forms listed belowmust be completed and filed on time by a candidate for a county office in order for their name to be placed on the ballot. During this time, the County Board ignored the liability issue and put the signs up. TMJ4 News did reach out to Albert Brian Gonzales, but did not hear back by deadline. In turn, I believe they will better be able to serve this county. Smetana is nothing but an egotistical and hypocritical pr**k. Someone should look into him. David Zoerner Age: 53; City, village, town where you reside: Village of Pleasant Prairie; Education:UW-Parkside: Political Science BA 1995; UW-Plattville: Police Administration MA, currently attending; NorthwesternUniversity: Police Supervisor Course; FBI Leeda Institute: Supervisor Leadership Institute; Occupation:Sergeant, Kenosha County Sheriffs Department, Patrol Division; Previous elected or appointedpublic office: No previous elected or appointed public office. Monsters, Godzilla, King Kong, what have you, theyre just going by instinct. If you have questions about it Im sure Zoerner would answer them for you, he was very open and candid about it to me. Respect his spiritual conversion but is he the person for the job? They will take an new approach, wearing plain clothes, while responding with a trained Crisis Intervention Worker. "Unity" is the word he chose to describe himself and his approach as potential sheriff during an August interview with The Uptown Observer. We are in the midst of the deadliest drug epidemic Kenosha County has seen to date, and stopping this activity must be a paramount priority for the new Sheriff. Nomination Papers for Partisan Office (EL-168) (Sheriff) (Clerk of Circuit Court). "We have to run the jail, there is a lot of mental health to be focused on in our jail," he said. I will follow the Constitution and the Law of this State equally without exception. The NAZIs had cold blooded killers as officers in their ranks while being well compensated for just following orders. The command staff must insist on the highest level of training for their staff, and also supply the equipment that they need to be successful. The Sheriff must promote and hire the best and brightest minds to keep the agency headed in the right direction. Blue and Red governors have signed laws to allow the common man or woman to carry a concealed firearm in public. I have never been content to simply write parking tickets and go through the motionsthere are real dangers facing Kenosha County citizens right now and I seem to be the only candidate who is drawing on expertise to put a stop to them. But the Racine County Sheriff brags about how much money they make on I-94. Wisconsin was the 49th state to approve concealed carry then came the last state, Illinois. Zoerner An effective law enforcement agency is one that proactivelyplans for future trends and develops its work force accordingly. In fact, taxpayers could save money because someone not retired would have to have WRS contributions made. Property and violent crimes, illicit drug use, abuse, and trafficking are skyrocketing, and the law enforcement in Kenosha County needs well-trained, supported staff to be able to combat these issues. Residents on both sides of the I must be allowed to feel safe in their own homes. From an uptick in violent crimes to trends involving lethal drugs, voters in Kenosha say the county's big problems often stem from mental health crises. Places Listed in StatuteIn 2011, despite liberals decrying imminent wild-west-like-shootings, the legislature voted for concealed carry and Governor Walker signed it into law. All electors signing your nomination papers must live within the district in which you are running (you can check the address at myvote.wi.gov). He has called for further investigation of forensic evidence, specifically the bullet that was fired from Gonzales weapon, and has specifically targeted Kenosha Mayor John Antaramian to re-open the case. James C. Simmons (D) David W. Zoerner (R) Incumbency information for this election was not available. I was not the only Alderman to carry. The first day for circulating nomination papers is April 15, 2022, and the deadline for filing nomination papers is 5:00 pm on the on June 1, 2022. Nelson advised residents to go to myvote.wi.gov to see when and where they could vote, check on their voting status, and view a sample ballot for the upcoming primary election. This was during the housing collapse. I would like to know how many people have left since Smetana became the competent chief of Pleasant Prairie? Also, leaving a loaded gun in a car is not a better alternative. said Decker in a phone interview with KCE. I have spoken to many residents who have voiced their concerns about increasing safety in our rural areas. On the topic of mental health, Cochran says training staff to deal with mental health issues is the way to build Kenosha County into the future. In a community that is still very sensitive to law enforcement following the unrest of 2020, the four candidates running for sheriff are ready to address mental health. No abbreviations or titles are permitted. Rowe is endorsed by Bethdidnt Beth make double-dipping a campaign issue against Zarletti and win because of it? A benefit of submitting your nomination papers prior to June 1, 2022, is that the Clerk's Office should be able to verify the validity of your nomination papers prior to the filing deadline. I felt safer with my firearm during the meetings. I will be a servant leader to the Men and Women boots on the ground deputies, cooks , corrections officers, administrators, booking clerks, supervisors and all others who serve under the Sheriffs office. Stat. Zoerner had no foreclosures. David Zoerner Age: 53; City, village, town where you reside: Village of Pleasant Prairie; Education:UW-Parkside: Political Science BA 1995; UW-Plattville: Police Administration MA, currently attending; NorthwesternUniversity: Police Supervisor Course; FBI Leeda Institute: Supervisor Leadership Institute; Occupation:Sergeant, Kenosha County Sheriffs Department, Patrol Division; Previous elected or appointedpublic office: No previous elected or appointed public office. Zoerner agrees and he says a focus on drug use is a priority in his campaign. Four candidates all say they're focused on protecting Kenosha, reducing crime, and caring for the community's well-being. His wife lost her job then his tenants also lost jobs. This, in conjunction with community engagement, will slowly but surely begin to rebuild trust. To my embarrassment, Sen. Wirch told me I was wrong. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Subscribe to our mailing list and get the latest News. No. The election features a long list of candidates and guarantees a shakeup. You either have true conservative values or you dont, switching parties as a strategy makes you a liar plan and simple. 1000 55th St, Kenosha, WI 53140, USA Req #468. Liberal leadership failed Kenosha during the 2020 riots. If a County Board member or other employee of the county is killed or injured because they needed to leave their loaded gun in the car, they can sue the County and win. They not only trust my ability to lead the Sheriffs Department, but that trust will allow us all to collaborate and work together to improve law enforcement throughout the entire region, which would be a huge benefit to Kenosha County. Wisconsin law completely bans carrying guns in certain places and local governments, like Cities, Villages, Towns, and Counties cant change this: Police Departments and Sheriffs Departments, Jails, Prisons, and Secure Mental Health Facilities, County, State and Federal Courthouses (Municipal Courts also, but only when in session), In any Airport beyond Security Checkpoints. In addition, my plan to create a Mental Health Unit will benefit the community greatly. I have a degree in Criminal Justice and have proudly served my country as an Army Veteran. I will advocate for higher wages for our Law enforcement, Corrections, civilian personnel etc. If you want any kind of good future or safe home for your family. And I will never take such an honor for granted. In it, there are such statements as the blood oozed its way down the hood and made its way over every dentand began pooling near my boots. Many voters have voiced their shock and disapproval in Gonzales choice to publish such material, and are further concerned with excerpts such as, my mind flashed to every deer I had ever killed, and Yaaywoohoo! But first I am a person who wants to make a positive change in his community. The winner of the November general election will succeed longtime Kenosha Sheriff David Beth, first elected in 2002. Incumbent office holders who do not intend to seek re-election to the same office should file the notification of non-candidacy no later than 5:00 pm on May 20, 2022. City of Kenosha has only so much time left before it completely goes to hell. He paid his bills back. Gonzales An effective Law enforcement agency is one that first and foremost enforces the law. Kevin, Can we please get a list started of folks in Kenosha county that DONT HAVE GUNS? In running for this position I am not looking . CCAP him and see for yourself. It must include the candidate's name exactly how it should appear on the official ballot. After the primary, one of the GOP candidate will face Simmons. Governors State University. If you arent on the list, the illegals will stay away. Gonzales supporters, most of whom are connected to a local activist group which his wife is an active member, have been aggressive in their online campaigning tactics. The increase of $2.5 million would be included for each fiscal year going forward. The County highways must be kept safe with regards to speed enforcement, OWI and, road rage incidents. I have a plan to create an app for the Sheriffs Department which will keep the community informed of the activities in and surrounding the Kenosha Sheriffs Department. Cochran An effective law enforcement agency is one which utilizes and develops Upstream Thinking methods in its partnership with the community while, at the same time, providing a safe and transparent environment. Please, go to the meeting and tell the board to remove this dangerous prohibition. I want to help our communities and law enforcement in many more ways. David Beth, the longest-serving sheriff in Kenosha Countys history, will step down. No additional taxpayer money. Move out of Kenosha! Property and violent crimes, illicit drug use, abuse, and trafficking are skyrocketing, and the law enforcement in Kenosha County needs well-trained, supported staff to be able to combat these issues. Its: They are Kenosha Police . 2023 West of the I | Powered by WordPress, Units responding for smoke in Paddock Lake, 2022 Daily Kenosha County Fair Preview: See the antique farm machinery exhibit at the fair, Kenosha Area Visitors and Convention Bureau, Southeastern Wisconsin Fox River Commission, Western Kenosha County Historical Society, Western Kenosha County Tennis Association, Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Cooperative. This Tuesday, June 21st at 7:30, the board will be voting on this issue. 43 Kenosha County Sheriff's Sergeant David Zoerner (R) and Lake County Sheriff's Deputy James Simmons (D) A Kenosha County Sheriff candidate forum scheduled for next week will continue as planned, according to Kenosha Professional Police Association President, Pete Deates. I had to deny liquor licenses to multiple felons. Generally, she expected greater voter turnout due to a Sheriffs election. For non-emergency dispatch needs, please call 262-656-1234. Even though I stood by my decisions, it was not out of the realm of possibilities that someone might attack me or another Alderman for an action or inaction that affected them. You have permission to edit this article. For example, illegal mask mandates or executive directed red flag gunlaws.I stated from the beginning of my campaign I will be a constitutional Sheriff. How can someone who cant budget his own money manage the multimillion dollar sheriff budget. Thank you Kevin Mathewson for the kind of fair and truthful reporting not found anywhere else in Kenosha County. 50 to make our roads safer. I like him personally but he doesnt have much to offer. According to this author, we are to conclude that Gonzalez is corrupt for collecting a pension he earned honestly for serving the Kenosha community doing a dangerous job and also running for a paid elected position where he will be held accountable to taxpayers?? I will staff the patrol and detective divisions appropriately, and we will continue to pursue these cases with every resource available to bring these criminals to justice. If an incumbent not seeking re-election files the notification timely, the nomination paper deadline is unchanged. It is not permissible to add the nickname in quotes or parentheses between the first and last name. Cochran I am the best candidate to become Kenosha County Sheriff for several reasons. The City wanted immunity from liability. Required fields are marked *. Except that he is not thrilled about concealed carry. For example, but not limited to domestics, shootings, traffic stops etc. We need to trust in our law enforcement community to protect us.. And police departments are losing dozens of experienced officers to early retirement. Wayne, lets be honest.you are a dipshit. Something I say all the time when I teach CCW classes, Lake County Sheriffs Deputy James Simmons (D)I want to focus on critical law enforcement issues with regards to public safety. First, a large percentage of law enforcement personnel are leaving the profession. 175.60(21)(b) provides that A person who does not prohibit an individual from carrying a concealed weapon on property that the person owns or occupies is immune from any liability arising from his or her decision..
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