Broadband Advisory Committee

History & Purpose

On February 1, 2023, County Executive Samantha Kerkman issued an executive order forming a committee tasked with enhancing efforts to improve access to broadband internet service throughout Kenosha County, particularly in areas that are now underserved by high-speed internet providers. 

The Kenosha County Community Broadband Advisory Committee’s mission includes providing critical input on developing a comprehensive plan for facilitating broadband development and delivery. The committee will generate informed recommendations to local, state and federal legislators, community leaders and private organizations.

Members & Terms

Members are to be appointed by the County Executive and are to include representatives of the following groups: Municipal and community leaders (seven designees); Kenosha County Board (one designee); Kenosha Unified School District (one designee); School districts west of Interstate 94 (three designees); higher education (three designees); regional economic development or planning organizations (one designee); business or health care industry (three designees).

Members

  • Municipal and Community Leaders: 
    • John Holloway (installed as temporary chairman at the April 13, 2023 inaugural meeting of the committee)
    • Susan Crane
    • Margaret Hefner
    • Randy Kerkman
    • Kevin Meagher
    • Jason Peters
  • Kenosha County Board: 
    • Supervisor Brian Bashaw 
  • Kenosha Unified School District: 
    • Kristopher Keckler 
  • School Districts West of I-94: 
    • Christine Anderson 
    • Marty McGinley 
    • Jack Musha 
  • Higher Education: 
    • Jeff Robshaw 
  • Regional Development or Planning Organization: 
    • Jim Zehner 
  • Business or Health Care Industry:
    • Mike Ulicki

*Note: As of April 13, 2023, some appointments have not yet been made.

Agendas and Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the committee’s meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

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Learn More

A news release about the committee's formation is available here.