The Government Relations Council guides Forward Janesville's actions on the community issues and pressing policy matters that affect our members
What is the Government Relations Council?
Forward Janesville’s Government Relations Council (GRC) is a group of Forward Janesville (FJ) members who support FJ's economic development goals and guide the organization's priorities on pressing community issues and policy matters affecting our members. The GRC (and eventually the FJI Board of Directors) must approve each policy position the organization takes. Additionally, the council drafts and approves FJ's annual Policy Priority Areas and aids in planning FJI-sponsored policy events and visits to local, state, and federal elected officials.
How does this benefit me and my business?
Each and every one of us must operate within Wisconsin's business, tax and regulatory climates. The GRC and FJ staff strive to make our business climate friendlier through the advancement of a pro-business agenda at City Hall, at the Rock County Courthouse, at the Wisconsin State Capitol, and in Washington, DC. The issues GRC considers run the gamut and are united by their impact on local businesses and the local business climate.
When does the group meet?
GRC holds monthly meetings on the second Wednesday of the month. It also occasionally takes on various tasks and projects between meetings. The nature of GRC’s work is often progressive in that issues are tracked for months - sometimes years - at a time. Therefore, it’s suggested that members attend meetings regularly to stay up to speed.
How can I join the GRC?
Interested FJ members should complete a GRC membership application and submit it to Claire Gray via email at [email protected]. An affirmative vote of two-thirds vote of council members is required for admission to the council.
Questions?
Contact Claire Gray - FJI's Director of Policy & Strategic Initiatives - via email at [email protected].
GRC’s 2025-26 Policy Priority Areas
Forward Janesville and the Government Relations Council will place intentional and sustained focus on the following issues in FY25-26 while remaining nimble in order to respond to additional opportunities and challenges for our community.
