For non-emergency dispatch needs, please call 262-656-1234. 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. Regarding the investigation and trial of the officers, Republican Attorney General Brad Schimel stated: At worst, [the officers] might have lied in their testimony. Not ready for the job of sheriff. REQUIREMENTS All four Republican sheriff candidates - Kenosha Police Officer Tyler Cochran, Officer Albert Brian Gonzales, County Deputy Ray Rowe and County Sgt. Ray Rowe is currently the sheriff's department's D.A.R.E. I will advocate to tougher sentencing for extreme violent criminals. Wis. Stat. They never evicted their tenants that were struggling, never filed bankruptcy and was NEVER foreclosed on. Removing those signs grants the county immunity. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Subscribe to our mailing list and get the latest News. This was during the housing collapse. All parties affiliation should work together to find a corroborative resolution for gun signs allow or gun signs not allowed. David Zoerner - will attend. Wayne, lets be honest.you are a dipshit. Not only am I the only candidate who has command and supervisory experience, but I have worked and supervised in every division of the Sheriffs Department: Patrol, Civil Process, and Detentions. Those who stir the pot, will eventually lick the spoon. Rowe says he would focus on making sure deputies have the training that they need to combat issues. The liberals are assembling and trying to intimidate the board into voting no. The winner of the November general election will succeed longtime Kenosha Sheriff David Beth, first elected in 2002. 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. I find this article completely unhelpful. Throughout my career I have made it a point to get to know the citizens in the areas I patrolled and the people who worked in those areas. Report a typo or error // Submit a news tip. Ive thought about this article a bit over the last couple days. David is implementing a plan to work with Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman to hire more hard-working deputies, adequately staff the drug unit, expand the opioid task force, and embed crisis staff within patrol. Be prepared, know whether or not you need to update your location, Nelson said. I was born and raised in Racine and moved to the beautiful City of Kenosha in 2008. Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. You are not capable of really knowing your own limitations and weaknesses. Respect his spiritual conversion but is he the person for the job? The lone Democrat candidate is James Simmons, a Lake County Sheriffs Office deputy. I would like to know how many people have left since Smetana became the competent chief of Pleasant Prairie? You have not provided any new information. Additionally, as important as training and equipment are, those in command must give the staff the autonomy to achieve the goals they have set. The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate by email. Sheriff Candidates Weigh In We asked the five candidates to weight in and 4 of the 5 responded and gave us their take. More information about upcoming elections and voting instructions can by found at myvote.wi.gov. And police departments are losing dozens of experienced officers to early retirement. Smetana wasnt elected to his position. In 2011, the City of Kenosha and Kenosha County Board, both heavily controlled by liberals, got the ball rolling on putting these signs up. Kenosha Police Officer Albert "Brian" Gonzales, Candidate For Kenosha County Sheriff By: Jack Fleming, A Special to Kenosha County Eye This form should be filed with the County Clerks Office prior to announcing your candidacy for office, or no later than the deadline for filing nomination papers (June 1, 2022). He showed himself in his autobiography, and its sickening. I had recently learned that the governor, then Governor Jim Doyle vetoed a concealed carry law. Ive spent enough hours up at night talking to them when their anxiety hits, I know that with absolute certainty. Theres that guilt gnawing at them, even though it can be proven that nothing, nothing at all they could have done different would have changed the outcome, they still kick themselves with that perpetual question, what could they have done different. Sorry to see that. Sheriff David Zoerner has thecommand, supervisory, and tactical response experience to get the job done. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Subscribe to our mailing list and get the latest News. Rowe To me, an effective Law Enforcement Agency is one that serves the needs of the community, builds trust and relationships with the citizens and empowers its employees to grow. That was from a recent article published here. 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. 50 to make our roads safer. = candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey. The circulator must certify the nomination papers after obtaining the signatures. Protecting our citizens against all crimes within the unincorporated areas is paramount! Wisconsin was the 49th state to approve concealed carry then came the last state, Illinois. In running for this position I am not looking for authority--I am looking for change. As an Alderman, I had to make tough decisions that affected peoples lives and livelihoods. Republican candidates are: Tyler Cochran, the Kenosha Police Department's Officer Friendly; Albert Gonzales, the KPD officer who shot and killed Michael Bell; David Zoerner, a Kenosha. David has the training, experience, and strategic knowledge to ensure such events never happen again. Two think you should be legally forced leave your gun in your car. 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. David was on the job for twenty hours a day defending Kenosha against rioters as the city burned. Mr. Bundza: You have been conned by this charlatan. Five candidates are running for Kenosha County Sheriff, four Republicans and one Democrat. He voted in favor of concealed carry and even voted to override the governors veto, TWICE. 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. I have a degree in Criminal Justice and have proudly served my country as an Army Veteran. 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. Your email address will not be published. In an emergency, call 911. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 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. They also seem undeterred by the question of whether or not Gonzales could defeat the Democratic candidate for the general election, James Simmons. Duplicate comment detected 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. He signed the Recall Scott Walker petition and is only running as a Republican because he knows he has to in order to become elected. In addition, over my career I have developed relationships throughout the region and have garnered the respect and endorsements from the Kenosha County Deputy Sheriffs Association, The Republican Party of KenoshaCounty, Racine County Sheriff Chris Schmaling, as well as several Chiefs of Police from our area that I have worked beside. No additional taxpayer money. David Zoerner (R) and Deputy James Simmons (D) Republican David Zoerner and Democrat James Simmons will both be on the ballot for the November 8, 2022 general election for Kenosha County Sheriff. I have first-hand experience in a wide variety of law enforcement specialties such as Firearms and Taser Instruction, Drone Operation, and Hostage Negotiations. In addition, my plan to create a Mental Health Unit will benefit the community greatly. In those instances I knew the gravity of what may happen and never once did I take it so cavalierly as to think of it as shooting a deer or scoring a winning touchdown. Its reasonable to assume that other law enforcement officers may feel similarly, even moreso because Gonzales has not sought or received any endorsements from law enforcement officials or organizations that this author is aware of. I see him for who he is now. Required fields are marked *. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Incumbent Jim Kreuser did not run for re-election. This put the self-insured county at risk. 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). Your email address will not be published. No one seems to have a problem with him doing that, why would anyone care about Gonzales double dipping. They will take an new approach, wearing plain clothes, while responding with a trained Crisis Intervention Worker. In addition to the specialty teams, I serve Kenosha County on the Opioid Task Force, the Chapter 51 Committee on Mental Health, and Ive been a board member of Women and Childrens Horizons for 20 years helping victims of domestic and sexual abuse. 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. This is a biased article and is so obviously slanted towards Zoerner. "If you reach out and you're experiencing a mental health crisis, you're more or less treated like a criminal. If you arent on the list, the illegals will stay away. Due no later than the deadline for filing nomination papers (June 1, 2022). Just ask Steinbrink. The agency must be able to keep up with evolving technology in order to solve high complexed (internet stalking, cybercrimes, evidence collections). Four Republican sheriff candidates are vying to get on the November ballot against Democrat James Simmons. These are just a few of the ideas I would like to implement, I do have other plans on my Facebook and webpage as well. Ill be honest, if he does win I hope he upgrades his personal car. Governors State University. You live with that the rest of your life. Zoerner did the right thing and paid their bills back. To my embarrassment, Sen. Wirch told me I was wrong. 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. If he is elected he will also be double-dipping. The declaration of candidacy must be filed with the County Clerks Office no later than the deadline for filing nomination papers (June 1, 2022). We asked the candidates about their plans if elected. I want to help our communities and law enforcement in many more ways. At no expense to taxpayers, deputies will be extensively trained to help citizens experiencing a mental health crisis. Mike Honold, a business owner in the Town of Brighton, and Amanda Nedweski, who was elected to the Kenosha County Board of Supervisors in the spring, are vying for the position of District 61 state representative, County Executive Samantha Kerkmans former position. Kenosha County Sheriff's Sergeant David Zoerner (R) 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. only the wicked rejoice when justice is not served, that little demon sociopath would do well to remember justice will find him in the end, Your email address will not be published. Maybe at the time he took what he felt was the best course. He paid his bills back. Also on the ballot for City of Kenosha residents is a referendum about increasing the levy for next years property taxes to fund additional police and fire protection services. The surviving family can bring those firearms to the Sheriffs Department and be monetarily compensated. 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. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Lets work together to build a better relationship between law enforcement and our community for the current and future generations of Kenosha County residents. Additionally, as important as training and equipment are, those in command must give the staff the autonomy to achieve the goals they have set. We respect your privacy and take protecting it seriously. Kenosha County Sheriff's Race: Discipline Kevin Mathewson September 2, 2022 - 9:59 PM 31 Sgt. 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. 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. I believe my dedication and constant involvement is atestamenttothat, and I believe the role of Sheriff requires you to bevery active on all fronts that affect our citizens inKenosha County. In fact, Anthony Kennedy voted to allow guns in City Hall on November 11, 2011. The most obvious of these issues is that of his controversial involvement with the Michael Bell Jr. shooting that happened in 2004. 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. This is the first time I found CKE bought and paid for by the LEFT. 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. Residents on both sides of the I must be allowed to feel safe in their own homes. E. I want to address some of the traffic concerns on the roads during Country Thunder. Candidate Total Votes % Votes . I am still active in all of those disciplines, which means I didnt just take a training course for them and then never put that training into practice. "I moved here 14 years ago and I've seen it get increasingly worse," said Christina Superits, a resident of Kenosha. CCAP him and see for yourself. Change can only begin when our community has a common goal. David was on the job for twenty hours a day defending Kenosha against rioters as the city burned. Cochran I am the best candidate to become Kenosha County Sheriff for several reasons. 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. A candidate may use their full legal name or any combination of first name, middle name, initials, or nickname with last name. Actually, worse. I am in the prime of my career with 15 years of law enforcement experience and I am a United States Air Force veteran. Been on green bay road this year. This author moved to Wisconsin in 2006. D. I want to increase patrols in our county parks and boat patrols on inland lakes. We dont need another supervisor on our department, we need a leader who will be willing to work with other community leaders and citizens, a like to make Kenosha County a better place to live, work and visit. You can cancel at any time. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. * Performed background checks for new hires for the position of Deputy Sheriff, Corrections and Sheriffs Civilian positions. Thats one of the reasons Vice-Chair Erin Decker of the Kenosha County Board wants the signs taken down. Same with Zoerner. "Unity" is the word he chose to describe himself and his approach as potential sheriff during an August interview with The Uptown Observer. 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. By: Jack Fleming, A Special to Kenosha County Eye. From the streets to the jails, Zoerner says mental health needs to be addressed first and foremost. I have served as a correctional officer, court security deputy, detective, and I am currently a deputy on highway patrol at the Lake County Sheriffs Office. It changes you for life. Continuing candidates must file an amended campaign registration statement indicating the office sought and the new primary and election dates. However, you should have thought about that before you decided to run. They are Kenosha Police . Monsters, Godzilla, King Kong, what have you, theyre just going by instinct. 4K views, 33 likes, 22 loves, 36 comments, 24 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Koerri Elijah: Koerri sits down with Albert Gonzales, candidate for Kenosha County Sheriff. Voters may view or update voter registration, view sample ballots, and find their municipal clerk and polling location information. Nomination papers must be numbered. Appearing on the ballot will be: Democrat James Simmons Republican David W. Zoerner Incumbent David Beth, a Republican, is not running for re-election. Stupidly, I called my state senator, Bob Wirch (D) and lambasted him. In 2014, candidate for Sheriff David Zoerner (perennial candidate running in 2014 (R), 2018 (D),2022 (R)), at a fairly high rate of speed strikes a biker wit. My goal is to make positive changes in the community I have called home my entire life. Law enforcement has a lot on its plate with regards to identifying foe or friend in crisis events. Running for office is something new to me--doing my part to achieve positive change is not. I was able to complete this process at no cost to taxpayers using donations and grants. Kenosha City Clerk Michelle Nelson said that typically, officials look to past years elections to estimate voter turnout and what to expect. Liberal leadership failed Kenosha during the 2020 riots. 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! "We have to run the jail, there is a lot of mental health to be focused on in our jail," he said. That seems to be his support base. You write in a way as to lead your readers into believing something that is campaign propaganda (for Zoerner) rather than sticking to facts. 1000 55th St, Kenosha, WI 53140, USA Req #468. Kenosha upcoming partisan primary, sheriff and referendum on ballot. Zoerner had no foreclosures. 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