Staff

Phone numbers listed below are direct to the individual. ECWRPC’s main phone number is 920-751-4770.

• Melissa Kraemer-Badtke – Executive Director
  • [email protected]
  • 920-751-4770
  • Melissa has been with ECWRPC since 2003. In 2009, Melissa worked in partnership with Wisconsin Department of Transportation to pilot the first Regional Safe Routes to School Program in Wisconsin. She coordinates all aspects and activities of the East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission.
• Craig Moser – Deputy Director
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6827
  • Craig joined the ECWRPC team in 2023. Craig is a graduate of the University of Minnesota – Morris, where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. His background includes 12 years of federal service and 12 years of county government experience. He works to support the Economic Development, Water Quality Management, GIS, IT, and NR-135 Reclamation programs and assists the Executive Director and Controller with overall agency administration.
• Mike Zuege – GIS Manager
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6815
  • Mike has been with ECWRPC since 2000. His primary duties include representing GIS interests on project teams, coordinating work with staff and external business partners, and managing the GIS Data Analysis and Visualization Program. Mike’s interests of technology and love of mapping, is a perfect fit for keeping the GIS Department moving forward in these rapid changing times.
• Sara Otting – Controller
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6817
  • Sara has been with ECWRPC since 2021. She’s a graduate of University of Wisconsin, Whitewater (1999) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and received her CPA license in March of 2002. Sara has worked in public accounting and accounting manager positions in for profit organizations. At ECWRPC, she is responsible for all accounting functions including financial reporting and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and federal/state regulations, financial analysis including budget preparation and monitoring, contract and grant administration, cash management and human resources/benefit administration.
• Kim Biedermann – Principal Planner – Regional Bicycle & Pedestrian Coordinator
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6833
  • Kim has been with ECWRPC since 2016. Kim received a B.S. in Environmental Policy & Planning and in Environmental Science from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and a Master of Studies in Environmental Law from Vermont Law School. As the Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator, she is responsible for administering local and regional bike and pedestrian plans, aiding municipalities in implementation and providing pedestrian-based technical assistance.
• Joe Stephenson – Principal Planner – Economic Development
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6832
  • Joe joined ECWRPC in 2024. Joe is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh with a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning and a Master’s in Public Administration. His background is in municipal government and city planning, with nearly a decade of experience working in various communities throughout the Fox Cities. Joe is responsible for administering the Sewer Service Planning and Water Quality Management programs.
• Jennie Mayer – Senior Planner – Safe Routes to School Coordinator
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6831
  • Jennie has been with ECWRPC since 2022. She is part of our Safe Routes to School Team. She is a graduate of UW-Milwaukee with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. Jennie has past experience in programming and community engagement. Her primary role will be focused on SRTS Educational Campaigns and Curriculum. She will also be working with our Transportation Team and assisting with community Bike and Pedestrian Plans.
• Kim Dieck – Associate Planner – Safe Routes to School
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6814
  • Kim has been with ECWRPC and the regional SRTS program since 2022. She received a B.S. in Elementary Education from UW Oshkosh. Her primary role for the Regional Safe Routes to School program is the frequent walker program as well as the educational campaign and curriculum.
• Kia Kling – Associate Planner – Safe Routes to School
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6810
  • Kia has been with ECWRPC and the regional SRTS program since 2024. She received a B.S. in Environmental Science and Policy with an emphasis in Planning from UW Green Bay. Her primary role for the Regional Safe Routes to School program is in the development and implementation of action plans, growing social media presence, and working within the overall program.
• Carmen Ebert – Senior Planner – Water Quality Management
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6829
  • Carmen has been with ECWRPC since 2024. Carmen is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point with a Bachelor’s Degree in Water Resources and a minor in Soil Science. Her background is in land conservation and water quality programs. She is responsible for administering the Sewer Service Planning and Water Quality Management programs.
• Brenna Root – Senior Planner – Transportation/Safe Routes to School
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6826
  • Brenna has been with ECWRPC since 2022. She graduated from UW-La Crosse in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Community Health Education and completed her Masters of Public Administration from UW-Oshkosh in 2019. Brenna is a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®) with experience working in local health departments focused on youth and community engagement. Brenna works with the Transportation and Safe Routes to School teams.
• Scott Konkle – Senior Planner
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6822
  • Scott has been with ECWRPC since 2001. Scott administrates the NR-135 Reclamation Program. His primary duties include reclamation plan review/approval, database/permit tracking, financial assurance management, and mine site inspections. Scott is here to assist the operators with plan development and to answer any questions that you may have as it relates to mine site planning and reclamation.
• Casey Peters – GIS Analyst 1
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6824
  • Casey has been with ECWRPC since 2022. He graduated from UW-Stevens Point in 2020 with a B.S. in Geography and a Minor in GIS. Casey works with the transportation and Safe Routes to School teams.
• Rachel Roth – GIS Analyst II
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6830
  • Rachel has been with ECWRPC since September of 2020. She graduated from UW-Eau Claire in 2018 with a B.A. in Geography and a minor in Multimedia Communication. Rachel provides technical support to planning staff, which includes updating GIS datasets and creating maps and graphics.
• Chris Colla – Associate Planner – Transportation
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6816
  • Chris joined the ECWRPC team in 2023. He graduated from California State University – Chico in 2021 with a Bachelor’s in Human Geography and Planning, finishing a Master’s degree in Social Sciences from the same institution in 2023. He primarily works with the Transportation team.
• Kate Blackburn – Associate Planner – Transportation
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6810
  • Kate joined ECWRPC in 2024. She is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology and a Master’s Degree in Regional and City Planning. She has a background in transportation consulting. At the Commission, Kate works with the transportation team and assists with special projects.
• Brice Richardson – Associate Planner – Transportation
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6812
  • Brice joined ECWRPC in 2023. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in 2023 with bachelor’s degrees in Geography and Sociology with a Concentration in Analysis and Research. He primarily works with the transportation planning team.
• Leann Buboltz – Administrative Coordinator
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6811
  • Leann has been with ECWRPC since 2021. Her primary duties include supporting the Executive Director; front office management; report formatting and production; recording summary of proceedings; providing support to Commissioners, standing committees and the full Commission; and assisting Commission staff with various projects.
• Tim Badtke – IT Manager
  • [email protected]
  • 920-886-6813
  • Tim has been with ECWRPC since 2000. His primary duties include operational support for the Commission’s network infrastructure including servers, computers, phone and security systems. He provides end user technical support and is also responsible for website development and maintenance.