A Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate wants to “decentralize” key state government agencies in Madison if elected.
Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann announced he would make the change after he said the latest state budget calls for spending $111 billion over the next two years for the City of Madison.
He wants to shrink the state’s capital city and invest in its regional hubs, so agencies are closer to the people they serve, and “ensure that taxpayers’ hard-earned dollars are spent across the state.”
One of the state hubs that would be moved in the plan is the State Department of Financial Affairs to Green Bay.
Shoemann’s plan would send other agencies to places like Wausau, La Crosse, Kenosha, and Stevens Point.
Another part of “decentralizing” would be to sell the state office buildings in Madison after they are moved.
Lastly, he would sign a bill requiring all state employees to work in the office.
Earlier this year, Governor Tony Evers vetoed a law requiring state employees to work at the office.
Schoemann is one of two republicans vying for the governor’s job.
7th District Congressman Tom Tiffany is also running.
Everett announced he will not seek a third term as a Democrat.
Their gubernatorial field currently has nine candidates running.
