On November 29, the 2017 Wisconsin Stars of Life had the opportunity to represent EMS at the State Capitol. The morning event brought together Star honorees for a welcome reception with legislators and Department of Health officials, as well as a meeting and photo opportunity with Governor Scott Walker in the Governor's Office.
2017 Wisconsin Star of Life honorees at the State Capitol event included, left to right,
Bob Kelter nominated by Baraboo EMS, Tami Aerts nominated by County Rescue Services, Dan Morth nominated by Health Partners / Ellsworth Area Ambulance,
Amanda Holtz nominated by Orange Cross Ambulance, Mark Willer nominated by Baraboo EMS, Governor Scott Walker, Chris Cuddy nominated by Mayo/Gold Cross Ambulance, Benjamin Waldera nominated by Divine Savior Healthcare EMS,
Brian Randall nominated by Gold Cross Ambulance, David Mike nominated by Paratech Ambulance, Kenny Monteith nominated by Tri-State Regional Ambulance and Jeri Schiffman nominated by Tri-State Regional Ambulance.
Governor Walker shares words of congratulations and appreciation with the Stars of Life honorees during the Nov. 29 meeting.