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By MATT MASTERSON Conley News Service MILWAUKEE — Gov. Scott Walker unveiled his proposal for his 2015-2017 state budget Tuesday night, which included lower property taxes and flat funding for public schools, expanded Wisconsin's private school voucher program and used several cuts to plug a shortfall. State Rep. Joel Kleefisch, R-Oconomowoc, said he believes the governor outlined a con- crete strategy for taxpayers, business owners and the state's workforce that will keep Wisconsin moving along a successful path. "In his budget plan," Kleefisch said in a release, "it is clear we must focus on items that will continue to lower taxes, reduce gov- ernment waste, invest in infrastructure and create new business incentives that will con- tinue to produce a better economic climate in our state." But reaction to Walker's budget has not been as optimistic across the board. Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said he worries the governor's proposed $300 million cut to the University of Wisconsin System would make it harder for stu- dents to graduate in four years during a panel dis- cussion Wednesday at a meeting of the Wisconsin Counties Association, according to media reports. Betsy Kippers, a Racine teacher and presi- dent of the Wisconsin Education Association Council, called the budget on schools an "an insult to Wisconsin's children and citizens." "If our elected officials want to help chil- dren, they need to ensure that every child has a good public school to attend no matter where they live or what their family circum- stances are," she said. "That is true opportu- nity." Republican Sen. Tom Tiffany, a member of the Legislature's budget committee, said Walker's funding plan for transportation gives him the "biggest heartburn" of any- thing in the budget. Chris Kapenga, the Republican state repre- sentative from Delafield, called the budget the most impactful piece of legislation to come before the state Legislature. He said he is excited to begin working with the Joint Finance Committee to ensure a fiscally responsible budget is passed, but stopped short of commenting on any specific items in Walker's proposal. "The governor laid out his priorities and agenda," he said in a statement. "Now the Legislature is tasked with reviewing those priorities and adding their own ideas to the budget. Over the next several months, my col- leagues and I will pick through the details of the governor's budget and finalize our vision for Wisconsin's future." DID YOU KNOW? Local news at your fingertips Visit www.gmtoday.com MARK BELLING Walker right on with UW proposal Page 9 State college system grew fat on wasted tax dollars • In 1776, a man who made $4,000 a year was considered wealthy. • Spam stands for shoulder pork and ham. • In 1900, the average life span in the U.S. was 47. – Source: Cool Facts app GREENFIELD COMPANY HONORED WITH AWARD — PAGE 16 STEVE 'THE HOMER' TRUE Bucks have made dramatic turnaround from last season Page 11 Under new coach, they are the 'exact opposite' Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MilwaukeePost Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/MilwaukeePost Walker's budget proposal gets mixed reviews MILWAUKEE COUNTY'S WEEKLY NEWSPAPER FEBRUARY 6, 2015 See BUDGET on Page 6 Walker Senior & Veteran Discounts New Chamberlain LiftMaster 1 /2 HP Model #8365 On Sale! Quality top rated garage door opener includes two remotes, deluxe inside wall button, safety photo eyes, lifetime motor warranty, installation, haul away old opener & tax. *Limited time offer. LIMITED TIME OFFER! 16x7 Steel Raised Panel Door Includes installation, remove and haul away old door, reattach opener, tax. *Prices may vary due to Lead Abatement law. $ 695 * 414-418-3667 (DOOR) www.blandodoorcollc.com BROKEN GARAGE DOOR SPRING, CABLE OR OPENER? We'll Fix It Fast! Same Day Service - Lowest Price Extend the life of your door & opener with a TUNE UP, LUBE & SAFETY INSPECTION Parts extra if needed. $ 299 * Regularly a $349 value! Must mention ad for special! BLANDO DOOR CO. LLC. 241736338 $ 59 95 – SPECIAL PACKAGE – INCLUDES INSTALLATION – A PERFECT GIFT FOR VALENTINE'S DAY! A trouble free garage door and opener lasts longer than flowers and chocolates! FREE STORAGE! FREE STORAGE! FREE STORAGE! 1st Month with 6 month contract DREXEL SELF STORAGE 500 W. Drexel • Oak Creek 414-617-2109 414-587-0517 241736274