Gov. Tony Evers is doing the right thing for Waushara County and all of Wisconsin. Under his leadership, 17 Waushara County small businesses have opened their doors or expanded and Waushara County businesses have received an additional 447 grants to help pay bills, stock shelves, hire employees, and more. He has also followed through on his promise to expand high-speed internet access by investing $162,543 in Waushara County projects alone, extending internet access to more than 109 residential locations and over 11 businesses. Across Wisconsin, Gov. Evers continues to deliver results. 86% of Wisconsinites have received a 15% income tax cut or more, unemployment is at historic lows, and our schools are ranked among the top 10 in the nation. Gov. Evers has brought Republicans and Democrats together to do the right thing for communities and families in Waushara County, and he’s just getting started.
In December 2021, Gov. Evers visited Camp Lakotah in Waushara County as part of his tour announcing $14 million in grants for Wisconsin’s tourism and entertainment industries. Through the Summer Camp Assistance Grant Program, 37 eligible summer camps will receive $50,000 to not only help them recover their losses caused by the pandemic but to continue providing engaging summer activities for Wisconsin’s kids.