Region 7C: La Crosse / Vernon / Trempealeau Counties

Regional Rep - Bill Roberge
(608) 769-5337
flstcbb@aol.com

Secretary/Treasurer: Betty Roberge
(608) 769-4089
flstcbb@aol.com

Area Rep: Clinton Carlaw
608-790-1133
clc382fxs@icloud.com

Area Rep La Crosse County: Henry "Rev" Lange


Meetings: 1st Sunday, 1 p.m., Jailhouse Saloon, Centerville, WI

Region 7C -- December 3rd, 2017 Meeting Minutes

The meeting was called to order and started with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. Dean thanked everyone for coming and thanked our good neighbors to the north from Region 7D and District 7 Director Dave VanDyke for coming and sharing the day.

The checking account is in order and under the $300 limit. Both raffle licenses are up to date. The extra set of letters for the roadside billboard were purchased and now in the metal box with the sign.

Dean read the legislative updates. Our Right of Way Violations bill (SB189/AB201) passed the State Assembly with only one opposing vote and then passed the Senate unanimously. It got signed by Gov. Walker on November 30th. This one was a long time in coming but we got it done. Thanks to everyone who helped push this along the way!

Lobby Day for 2018 has been scheduled for January 23rd. Other issues that we still have hanging out there will be addressed on that day. A bus has been chartered to run from the La Crosse area to the Madison Capitol for those who wish to go. Our usual bus route will be leaving from the Woodman's in Onalaska at 7:45 AM. Parking is in the west side of the lot near the hotels. Please be on time -- we have other stops to pick up people along the way and have to keep a certain schedule. The large group photo has been scheduled for 12:30 PM on the steps of the Capitol. DON'T BE LATE -- We will not wait for you. At this time, we have a meeting set up with Senator Shilling as well as Reps Doyle and Billings at 1:30 PM in Room 201SE. Legislators and members from adjoining regions will be joining us as they have in previous years. Please double check the meeting schedule when you arrive in Madison for any last minute changes.

If you have trouble finding certain bills on the Wisconsin Legislative website, Dean suggests members use LegiScan (http://www.legiscan.com ). It seems to be much easier to navigate than the state site.

Dean encouraged all members to visit the MRF website to read about the latest news on Ethanol, Motorcyclist Profiling and the RPM Act (Right to modify your own motorcycle). The MRF has several pre-written letters that can be sent to your elected officials voicing your concerns regarding these important issues.

Our next meeting will be on January 7th at 1:00 PM at the Jailhouse Saloon in Centerville. The following meeting will be February 4th at the same place and time.

Meeting was adjourned for our Christmas party. Thank you to everyone who showed up and brought food and participated in the gift exchange. It was a great opportunity to hang and socialize with our ABATE family.

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!

Dean "D-Day" Bartosh

Regional Rep. -- Region 7C

March 2024

Meetings: 1st Sunday – 1 pm at Jailhouse Saloon, Centerville, WI.

Eight of us joined Region 7D for their meeting and Chili Cook-Off on February 17th at Sunset Tavern in Black River Falls last month. What a great way for regions to show support for each other. I encourage all regions to visit their neighbors and participate in Regional activities. You not only get to know each other, but you also have a chance to see what other regions are doing to have a little fun and possibly earn some money for ABATE of Wisconsin. Of course, the hot topic of the meeting was the upcoming Lobby Day and the talking points that ABATE will be speaking of with our Legislators.

Region 7C had 5 members attending Lobby Day this year. That was a great showing for us, and we thank everyone for taking the time to come to Madison and let our voices be heard. Our group meeting had standing room only and included parts of Region 7B, 7C, 7D and 7E. Thanks to the following who listened and gave us some feedback regarding our issues. Sen. Brad Pfaff, Sen. Jeff Smith, Rep. Jill Billings, Rep. Treig Pronschinske, Rep. Warren Petryk, and staff members from Sen. Jesse James, Sen. Howard Marklein, Rep. Loren Oldenburg offices. I am proud to say we have a good rapport with our Legislators who are willing to listen to our concerns.

ANNOUNCING: We are hosting an Accident Scene Management class in our area at the Onalaska American Legion Post 336, on Sand Lake Road in Onalaska on April 13th. The class runs from 9 – 5 pm. Students attending will receive a trauma pack valued at $50 and lunch. The cost to attend is $25, which is quite a savings from full price. The Wisconsin DOT and BOTS have issued ASM and Vicki Sanfelipo, a grant to conduct 6 classes throughout the state to teach the do’s and don’ts of how to help a fellow biker that has gone down. This grant offsets a majority of the cost to attend. The class is open to EMT’s, First Responders, Law enforcement and anyone who is interested, rider or not, in becoming trained. The class size is restricted to the first 30 people that register. Please spread the word and get signed up as soon as possible to save your spot.

Pre-registration is required. A direct link for registration is:  https://na.eventscloud.com/24-1057-onalaska-wi

Or call 262-706-3278.

Our next meeting will be held at the Jailhouse in Centerville on March 3rd. Hope to see you there.

Betty

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