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Goodwill delays plans to open training center

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin is delaying construction of its $22.7 million Center for Work and Training proposed for Oak Creek.

The organization has decided instead to focus on retail store development, which creates jobs and revenue to support mission growth, spokeswoman Cheryl Lightholder said in an e-mail April 21.

Construction was scheduled to begin this month on the facility at 140 E. Rawson Ave. There is no timetable on when construction could start, Lightholder said.

Aldermen take new posts on council

Daniel Bukiewicz, 2nd District alderman, will serve as the Oak Creek Common Council's new president.

Bukiewicz was elected April 21 by a unanimous vote after tying twice with Thomas Michalski, 6th District alderman. Michalski withdrew his name after the second vote.

Prior to election of the council president, 1st District Alderman Daniel Jakubczyk, 3rd District Alderman Stephen Scaffidi and 5th District Alderman Kenneth Gehl were sworn in to their new roles. Mayor Richard Bolender was sworn in for his third term.

Superintendent receives award from Marquette

Oak Creek-Franklin School Superintendent Sara Larsen will be honored today with Marquette University's Educational Policy and Leadership Achievement Award.

The award is being presented by the Marquette University College of Education and Alumni Association as part of the university's Alumni Awards weekend.