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State of Wisconsin versus Harry E. Guzniczak
SUPPORTING LETTERS:
* Charles Mulcahy
* Michael Wherry
* John Maloney
* Mark Olson
et al . . .
A wonderful public servant who made a (sic) mistake?
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DISCLAIMER: Readers of following are urged to have
phosphorated carbohydrate solution (Emetrol) at hand.
Other than this, I OFFER NO MEDICAL ADVICE. G.J.S.
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FRIENDS AND FAMILY:
F-91-261 MILWAUKEE COURT DOCUMENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS --------- 1
Introduction -------------- 2
MNS
## F-91-261 LETTERS WORD COUNTS PAGE
11 Tue 7/ 2/91 John Maloney ----- 345 ----- 3
19 Tue 7/ 3/91 Frederick Wenzel - 333 ----- 4
15 Mon 7/ 8/91 Charles Mulcahy -- 197 ----- 5
4 Tue 7/ 9/91 Sam Castagna ----- 200 ----- 6
10 Tue 7/ 9/91 Romuald Kucinski - 271 ----- 7
24 Wed 7/10/91 Harry Guzniczak -- 213 ----- 8
16 Wed 7/10/91 Mark Olson ------- 431 ----- 9
21 Wed 7/10/91 Jose Vasquez ----- 262 ---- 10
6 Fri 7/12/91 Henry Guzniczak -- 260 ---- 11
7 Fri 7/12/91 Mark Guzniczak --- 305 ---- 12
8 Fri 7/12/91 Michael Guzniczak 358 ---- 13
2 Mon 7/15/91 Harry Franke ----- 310 ---- 14
17 Wed 7/17/91 Rus Slicker ------ 291 ---- 15
5 Tue 7/23/91 Norman Gill ------ 309 ---- 16
14 Thu 7/25/91 Thomas Mohrhusen - 233 ---- 17
13 Mon 7/29/91 Kenneth Moe ------ 358 ---- 18
1 Wed 7/31/91 Edward Dudek ---- 1390 ---- 19
3 Thu 8/ 1/91 Robert Cadwell --- 276 ---- 23
18 Thu 8/ 1/91 William Sosnay --- 504 ---- 24
25 Mon 8/ 5/91 Harry Guzniczak -- 497 ---- 25
12 Tue 8/ 6/91 Earl Mihlbauer --- 377 ---- 26
9 Sat 8/10/91 Vivian Guzniczak - 244 ---- 27
22 Mon 8/12/91 William Hittman -- 448 ---- 28
20 Mon 8/12/91 Michael Wherry --- 554 ---- 29
23 Tue 8/13/91 Marcia Stein ----- 198 ---- 30
26 Wed 8/14/91 James Leibson ---- 315 ---- 31
Wed 8/14/91 Richard E. Moeller 264 ---- 32
Wed 8/14/91 Lawrence Piek ---- 238 ---- 33
Thu 8/15/91 Carol K. Oeder --- 254 ---- 34
Thu 8/15/91 Scott Thinnes ---- 285 ---- 35
Fri 8/16/91 John F. McNally -- 263 ---- 36
Tue 8/20/91 John F. McNally -- 120 ---- 37
Above "non-solicited" paper filed by McNally.
SUMMARY OF ABOVE LETTERS ---------- 186 --- 38
SAMPLES MATC-MILWAUKEE BOARD MINUTES
Mon 7/ 9/90 Board Meeting ---- 460 --- 39
Mon 10/15/90 Board Meeting ---- 327 --- 40
(Harry's Last) ---------------- 183 --- 41
Wed 7/10/91 Loyalty/Friendship ---- 531 --- 42
Fri 10/1/93 MORE LOYALTY ($$$) ----- 76 --- 43
MNS = McNally Numbering System 8/16/91
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FOLLOWING REFERENCE BY G. J. STEINKE
For more details contact those cited.
Meaning of FRIENDSHIP AND LOYALTY to Olson --- 42
Dr. OLSON on "healing already taking place." -- 9
Harry's 38.01(6) BOARD BUDDIES PRAISE HARRY -- 39
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LETTERS FOUND IN F-91-261 FELONY FILE ARE ATTTACHED.
INTRODUCTION:
Following 30 letters varied greatly in form and style -
e. g. handwritten, hand-printed, and of course typed.
MOST AUTHORS FOLLOWED JOHN MALONEY'S STYLE.
Virtually all LETTERS SUPPORTING HARRY GUZNICZAK CAME
FROM LAWYERS or persons associated with him at
Franklin Public Schools or at MATC-Milwaukee.
Of course, one sees the usual letters from
supporting Guzniczak family members.
Teachers, students, school board members (statewide,
several thousand) are conspicuous by their absence.
Although Earl Mihlbauer - hired by Harry E. Guzniczak
as Executive Director of the Wisconsin VTAE Boards
Association - claims that his 1981-95 benefactor is
literally "Unsurpassed by any school administrator
in the entire state" Earl Mihlbauer's CLAIM IS NOT
REFLECTED IN ANY SUPPORTING LETTERS from students.
To lend perspective to this, MATC-Milwaukee alone
averages well over 50,000 students in annual
non-duplicated head counts. Also, Franklin
Schools is large. ZERO STUDENT SUPPORTERS.
Although Steinke bases everything on certified copies,
relying on paper alone makes research very difficult;
without unlimited lawyers, clerks and money that is.
SHOULD UNSURPASSED EDUCRATS HAVE ZERO STUDENT FANS?
To help EASY KEY WORD AND PHRASE RESEARCH into
Earl Mihlbauer's curiously very highly touted
"unsurpassed administrator" text is
left "as is" in body of letters.
The below ACCURATELY reflects ACTUAL WORDS used by
fans of convicted Franklin and MATC felon Harry.
An attempt is made to preserve all "typos"
without any spell checker corrections.
In all cases, Steinke strives for accuracy and
takes full responsibility for any errors.
Those seeing any errors are asked to be specific.
The below F-91-261 documents, taken as a whole,
show Harry Guzniczak's CONSTRUCTIVE KNOWLEDGE:
Tue 7/2 John MALONEY Mon 7/29 Kenneth Moe
Tue 7/3 Frederick Wenzel Wed 7/31 Edward Dudek
Mon 7/8 Charles MULCAHY Tue 8/1 Robert Cadwell
Tue 7/9 Sam Castagna Tue 8/1 William Sosnay
Tue 7/9 Romuald Kucinski Mon 8/5 HARRY GUZNICZAK
Wed 7/10 Harry Guzniczak Tue 8/6 Earl MIHLBAUER
Wed 7/10 Mark OLSON Sat 8/10 Vivian Guzniczak
Wed 7/10 Jose Vasquez Mon 8/12 Michael WHERRY
Fri 7/12 Henry Guzniczak Mon 8/12 William Hittman
Fri 7/12 Mark Guzniczak Tue 8/13 Marcia Stein
Fri 7/12 Michael Guzniczak Wed 8/14 James Leibson
Mon 7/15 Harry Franke Wed 8/14 Lawrence Piek
Wed 7/17 Rus SLICKER Thu 8/15 Carol Oeder
Tue 7/23 Norman Gill Thu 8/15 Scott Thinnes
Thu 7/25 Thomas Mohrhusen Tue 8/20 John McNally
CLEVER "COMMUNITY SERVICE" PHRASE OCCURS 60 TIMES.
Above lawyers, family members or pecuniary friends
agreed that "unsurpassed" Harry Guzniczak should
do "community service" rather than go to prison.
The nature of the Guzniczak's public service remains
mysterious even as I write. Many of STEINKE'S HOPES TO
LEARN FROM DOC (Department Of Corrections) exactly, or
even approximately, about Harry's "community service"
HAVE BEEN DASHED. What, pray tell, did Harry do?
It now appears that he "worked" for his friends.
HOW "DELICATE" SHOULD "COMMUNITY SERVICE" BE?
Tommy Thompson was quoted in a newspaper article
considering my search for information on Harry
Guzniczak's post-conviction "public service" as
somewhat "delicate" leaving Steinke confused.
My INDELICATE research remains ROBUST and I've trouble
understanding what the Governor means by "delicate."
Above commentary by MATC Whistleblower G. J. Steinke.
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July 2, 1991 John F. Maloney F-91-261
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
I have known Harry Guzniczak for more than 15 years.
During that time, I have dealt with him professionally
while he served as Superintendent of the Franklin
School District and during his tenure as Board
member and, eventually, Board President
of Milwaukee Area Technical College.
In my experience and from my perspective, I found
Harry to be tireless in his efforts to create an
outstanding educational environment for
the students of these districts.
Harry's work at Franklin has been exemplary and his
efforts at MATC sometimes required a commitment of
time and effort approximating a second full-time job.
Harry was not paid for his involvement at MATC,
and his efforts were exclusively for the
benefit of the District and its students.
The events culminating in the current sentencing is
an aberration unanticipated by and unpredictable
to those of us who know Harry.
Harry has, over the course of my acquaintanceship with
him, demonstrated a substantial interest in the good
of the overall community and commitment to spend
whatever time was necessary to improve the overall
quality of life in the metropolitan Milwaukee area.
Harry has always chosen the right action, whether it
benefitted him or not, which makes the current
situation very difficult to comprehend.
It is my sincere belief that it would be tragic
if the Court were to impose any jail time
as a result of this incident.
Harry's talents, skills, and abilities could be
used much better in improving the community
through community service.
I am painfully aware of the difficulty which
Harry confronted in tendering his resignation
from the Superintendent position for
the Franklin School District.
Obviously, this action has severely injuring
belief that he has more than paid for whatever
violations arose out of this incident.
I am available to answer any questions which
the Court might have, and would welcome the
opportunity to share further insights
regarding Harry's character, if necessary.
I intend to be present in Court on
August 20, 1991 in support of Harry.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
John F. Maloney F-91-261
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July 3, 1991 Frederick J. Wenzel F-91-261
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
This letter is being written on behalf of Mr. Harry
Guzniczak, who has been scheduled for sentencing on
Tuesday, August 20, 1991, in your court.
I have known Harry for the past ten years.
I had an opportunity to work very closely with
him when he was on the Board at Milwaukee Area
Technical College, as well as during our tenure
on the Wisconsin Vocational, Technical,
and Adult Education Boards Association.
There was no one more dedicated to
vocational education than Harry.
He worked tirelessly for the district
and the Association.
He represented our districts at the State Board
of VTAE, always with an eye on the students
and how the system can better deliver
its message to our many publics.
Harry was not only known to me professionally
but personally as well.
We had many conversations about how we all needed
to work harder to provide better opportunities
for all of our associates.
Harry invited me to conduct a retreat for his
Board in the Franklin School District.
This was a great opportunity to get to know Harry
and his staff and understand the programs
which he worked so hard to accomplish.
When Harry was ill I had an opportunity to talk
with him many times about his illness, and
told him on more than one occasion that
he simply had to slow down.
This was something he found most difficult to do
in his drive to develop his educational
programs in his school district.
I certainly hope that you will take all of these things
into consideration when you make your final decision.
Since Harry has been a devoted public servant, it is my
belief that probation along with community service
would certainly recognize what Harry has done
and provide for the community as well.
He could be doing those things which he does so well.
If you would like further information, please
do not hesitate to write or call.
Sincerely yours
Frederick J. Wenzel
Executive Director F-91-261
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July 8, 1991 Charles C. Mulcahy F-91-261
Re: Harry E. Guzniczak
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
My initial contact came with Harry Guzniczak
approximately 25 years ago when I served on
the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors.
Harry was involved in a wide variety of activities
which reflected a total dedication and commitment
to the community.
I worked with Harry in numerous ways over the years.
He was a guest lecturer for my public sector
labor course at the Marquette University
Law School.
Harry was a key person in working out the settlement
in the Milwaukee area school desegregation case.
As president of Milwaukee Area Technical College (SIC)
he helped institute many improvements and reforms.
Harry always cared about people.
He devoted his personal and professional life
to making Milwaukee a better place to live.
He was responsible for the high test scores and overall
achievement in the Franklin School District.
Harry made a (SIC) mistake.
He recognizes this.
He has paid a painful price in terms of community
awareness and personal suffering.
He could redeem himself in a constructive and positive
way by performing additional community service.
Harry has enormous talent which could be
used to continue to help others.
Sincerely,
Charles C. Mulcahy F-91-261
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July 9, 1991
Sam J. Castagna F-91-261
655 MacHenry Circle
Waukesha, Wisc. 53186
Honorable Michael Skwierawski
Judge, Circuit Court
Milwaukee County
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Dear Judge Skwierawski,
Harry E. Guzniczak is scheduled to be sentenced
by you on August 20, 1991.
The purpose of this letter is to respectfully request
that Mr. Guzniczak's sentence be as lenient as
possible given his long record of effective
service to the education of young people
and to the Milwaukee community at large.
I was a professional colleague of Harry Guzniczak
for more than twenty years by virtue of the fact
that we both served as school administrators
in southeastern Wisconsin.
Through Mr. Guzniczak's service as a school
principal, superintendent of schools, an active
participant in activities that led to the settlement
of the desegregation lawsuit involving the Milwaukee
Public Schools and Milwaukee County suburban school
districts, President and member of the Board of
Directors of the Milwaukee Area Technical College,
and involvement in various local and state professional
education associations, he made significant and
continuous contributions to the development of
educational programs for children and adults.
It is my fervent hope that the nature and extent
of these contributions might be given every
consideration in the sentencing procedure.
Sincerely,
Sam J. Castagna F-91-261
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July 9, 1991
Romuald A. Kucinski F-91-261
PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL
July 9, 1991
Honorable Michael J. Skwierawski
Circuit Court of Milwaukee County
Dear Honorable Judge Skwierawski,
This is to respectfully request your consideration of
leniency in the final disposition of the case involving
Harry E. Guzniczak.
I have known Harry since 1945, when we voluntarily
enlisted in the U. S. Navy and went through "boot"
camp training together.
After World War II, we received similar
professional training and devoted our
adult lives to the field of education.
In 1961, Harry became my immediate supervisor
as superintendent to principal.
In addition to his military service, Harry has a long
record of community service, including the Milwaukee
Area Technical College Board, Wisconsin Vocational,
Technical and Adult Education Boards Association,
Chapter 220 Planning Council, Cooperation Education
Service Agency # 1, Public Policy Forum, Wisconsin
Mediation/Arbitration Study Committee, and numerous
local area and Franklin boards and committees
during his forty-one years in education.
Harry has had serious health problems with bypass
surgery during the 1980's, angioplasty procedures in
the fall of 1990, a heart attach in January of 1991,
and coronary bypass surgery in March of 1991.
He is involved in the cardiac rehabilitation
program at St. Luke's hospital.
Harry is deeply sorry for what has occurred
and has made restitution to the school board.
To the best of my knowledge, this incident (SIC)
was an isolated one (SIC) that will never repeated.
In summary, because of Harry's long and positive
record of community service, restitution, deep
remorse for his wrongdoing, poor health, and
his accepted responsibility for this (SIC)
unfortunate act (SIC), I would respectfully
request these items be considered in your
final disposition of this case.
Sincerely,
Romuald A. Kucinski F-91-261
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July 10, 1991
Harry E. Guzniczak F-91-261
Ms. Nancy L. Haack, President
and Members of the School Board
School District No. 5, Franklin
Franklin, Wisconsin 53132
Dear Ms. Haack and Members of the School Board,
I believe that you are aware that by virtue of
my own admission that I have been found guilty
of theft by Judge Michael Skwierawski.
The purpose of this letter is to apologize
for my improper and imprudent actions
that led to the charge (SIC) against me.
I want you to know that I am very sorry
for what I did and that the remorse that
I feel is virtually tearing me apart.
I am sorry for the shame that I have brought
to the school district, because it was wrong.
I hope that somehow the thirty-seven and a half years
that I have worked in Franklin with heart and soul
to help shape its educational program to its
current status of quality will be remembered.
There is not a day that goes by that I do not
give much thought to the Franklin Schools,
its students and staff.
I miss being part of it all.
Please find it in your hearts to forgive me.
Sincerely yours,
Harry E. Guzniczak
cc/ Members of the School Board
Ms. Margaret M. Schultz
Mr. Kenneth R. Windl
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July 10, 1991 F-91-261
Mark L. Olson
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
As Franklin School District's only superintendent
of Schools, Harry Guzniczak has guided the
District from its first steps to national
recognition as an outstanding school system:
In 1989, Franklin High School was honored with an award
by the United States Department of Labor as one of a
handful of outstanding high schools in the country.
In addition, Mr. Guzniczak, individually, has won
recognition from his peers as an outstanding
administrator and as an active supporter and policy
maker in vocational, technical and adult education.
During my 15 years as School District legal counsel,
I have watched as Mr.Guzniczak worked to build a
strong teaching staff, emphasizing continuing
education, exchange of ideas within the system,
and support for new teachers from fellow teachers
and the Administration, so that the students
in the District would benefit from the
best that education could offer.
Mr. Guzniczak's oversight (SIC) of the District's
short-term and long-term educational goals and
aspirations has been the pivotal factor in
the growth of the District into one of
the state's finest K-12 school districts.
All of this has required Mr. Guzniczak's dedication
and the expenditure of enormous amounts of his
time and energy in its accomplishment.
Indeed, Mr. Guzniczak's medical history is a
testament to the extent to which he has been
willing to give of himself in order to further
the goals of the Franklin School District.
Along with everyone connected with the Franklin School
District and with Harry Guzniczak, I was stunned by the
revelations coming out of the District Attorney's
office which were detailed in your Court.
However, I believe that one cannot ignore the years
of service which preceded this aberration.
There is, here, also the consideration of
the complete (SIC) restitution of funds
to the District by Mr. Guzniczak.
Your Honor, as you consider proper sentencing in this
matter, I would urge that you consider the whole of
this man, his service and dedication as well as
the act (SIC) that brings him before you.
I know of the remorse and anguish
suffered by Harry Guzniczak.
I hope that further service to the community
would receive strong consideration as
an alternative to incarceration.
I believe such an alternative could well promote
the healing already taking place within the District,
and it would appropriately recognize the enormous
contributions which have been made to education
in the Franklin School District by Mr. Guzniczak.
Please feel free to contact me should you
have any followup questions as to the
matters addressed in this letter.
Very truly yours
DAVIS & KUELTHAU, S.C.
Mark L. Olson
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July 10, 1991 Jose F. Vasques F-91-261
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
This letter is being written regarding
the matter of Harry E. Guzniczak.
I have known Harry since July, 1985 when I was
appointed to serve as a member of the Board of
Directors of the Milwaukee Area Technical College.
My entire acquaintance is based on our
serving together on the MATC board.
Throughout this time I was impressed with the
dedication and commitment that Harry gave
to all of his board responsibilities.
He was willing to assume positions of leadership
and carried out these responsibilities
in a professional manner.
In addition to his local board involvement,
Harry also assumed leadership positions
in the Wisconsin Boards Association.
Again, he carried out his responsibility
in a competent manner.
I am asking that in your deliberations as to the type
of final disposition you impose on Harry that you take
into consideration that many years of community service
he gave to the Metro Milwaukee community.
I hope that my letter will also contribute
insight for your deliberations.
I would also like to make an offer concerning
possible community service that Harry could
provide as part of his sentencing.
I would propose that you consider having
Harry provide community service at
Neighborhood House of Milwaukee, Inc.
My willingness to offer my agency for this type of
activity is based on my knowledge of Harry's
extensive administrative experience and
his professional approach to his work.
I am convinced that given this opportunity Harry
would want to share his administrative experience
and further demonstrate his remorse.
Sincerely,
Jose F. Vasques
Executive Director F-91-261
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7-12-91 Henry M. Guzniczak F-91-261
Honorable Michael Skwierawski
Milwaukee County Courthouse
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
I am writing to Your Honor on behalf of my brother
Harry E.Guzniczak.
After service in the Naval V5 Reserve,
Harry worked his way through college.
He then decided to persue (SIC) a career in education.
He commuted to a teaching job in Janesville Wi. (SIC)
This was followed by a teaching position
in the Hales Corners School System.
His work and dedication brought him the opportunity to
serve in the Franklin School System as a Principal.
He was appointed Supervisor of Franklin Schools and
has directed and guided the Schools of Franklin
for the greater part of his life.
While leading the Franklin Schools he also
served for several terms on the Board of MATC.
His dedication to teaching and education
has always been evident.
Being Supervisor of Schools in Franklin,
a new district, was a challenge into
which he has thrust his heart and soul.
Everyone (SIC) with whom I have come into
contact with had nothing but praise
for his hard work and dedication.
Through the years students with whom he had contact
had always given Harry the credit for the high
quality education they had received.
Page 2 7-12-91 Henry's letter on behalf of Harry.
My relationship with Harry through all
sixty-three years has been of close family.
Any commitments Harry had with me were always honored.
He is my only brother.
Please consider the whole of the man in this
situation, in which Harry is ending such
a dedicated and illustrious career.
Yours truly,
Henry M. Guzniczak F-91-261
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July 12, 1991 Mark J. Guzniczak F-91-261
Mark J. Guzniczak
9855 W. Forest Home Avenue
Hales Corners, WI 53130
Judge Michael Skwierawski
Circuit Court of Milwaukee County
901 North Ninth Street,
Milwaukee, WI 53203
I am writing this letter on behalf
of my father Harry E. Guzniczak.
During the past twenty-five years of my life
I have had the finest example of dedication
to work and respect for other people.
This example has been my father.
His commitment to public service took priority
to most other aspects of his life.
His long hours of work often took him away from certain
family events that I know he whole dearly missed.
His efforts have gone well beyond the call of duty and
I believe that he has made a lasting difference in the
lives of many students, both in the Franklin Schools
as well as those in vocational education throughout
the State of Wisconsin.
All of his sacrifices during his career have been
strictly personal, both to himself and to his family
and are a result of his devotion to his work.
I respect the fact that my father has accepted
responsibility for this matter and that
he has made restitution.
He is feeling an immense amount of sorrow
for being involved in this situation.
Still his first concern is hoe (SIC)
this affects those around him.
I am concerned about my father and
also very supportive of him.
That is why I am writing this letter.
Through this experience he has become withdrawn
and distant from those close to him.
His health has also greatly deteriorated.
With respect to this, I request that the court
treat my father with leniency in this matter.
His contributions to others can still amount to
many in the future and I hope that the court
will take this into consideration.
With Best Regards,
Mark J. Guzniczak F-91-261
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July 12, 1991 Michael Guzniczak F-91-261
Honorable Judge Skwierawski
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Hausman - McNally s c Suite 2000
633 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Milw. WI 53203
Dear Judge Skwierawski,
This letter is written a behalf of
my father Harry Guzniczak.
My hope is that by reading this, some light will be
shed on my father's career as well as his family.
The most prominent memory I have of my father, while
growing up, is the amount of time he spent working.
A normal day began at 7:00 in the office, home at 5:00,
dinner at 6:00, leaving again for an 8:00 meeting
at least three days a week, not to return
until after I was asleep.
The nights he did not have a meeting were spent in
the basement, at his desk, doing school work.
It wasn't that he didn't have time for family,
he made time.
But making that time took a lot of effort on his past.
My father lived & breathed the Franklin
School System for 40 yrs.
Over those years he became involved with so
many organizations & committees on both
a local and state level.
I often asked him why he remained at Franklin
with so many other opportunities available.
It all came down to his love for Franklin.
This trial has questioned his loyalty, and that
has absolutely devistated (SIC) my father.
He is extremely embarrassed and very remorseful
over this to the extent that it seems to be
hindering his health.
In 1979, my father suffered a heart attack
and under went by-pass surgery.
Within two weeks he was back in the office.
the reason for the recovery, other than his age,
was he had something to go back to.
He still has not fully recovered
from his Feb. operation.
Granted he is older, and has suffered two
additional heart attacks, but the real
reason is there is nothing to recover for.
My father is, was, and always
will be a work-oholic.
The sentencing is your decision.
I only hope you take into consideration
all the good he has done over his career.
And use this opportunity to put his talents,
and experience, to work, to do more good
things within the community.
Very truly yours,
Michael Guzniczak F-91-261
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July 15, 1991 Harry F. Franke F-91-261
COOK & FRANKE S.C. (414) 272-5900
Attorneys at Law Facsimile (414) 272-2002
660 East Mason Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202-3877 TELEX 883 050
Honorable Michael Skwierawski
Branch 12 Milwaukee County Courthouse
901 North 9th Street Milwaukee, WI 53233
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
I am writing you on behalf of Harry Guzniczak.
First of all, let me state that this
communication was not solicited.
I called Harry and asked if it would be appropriate
for me to write and he was very appreciative.
While I had heard of Harry Guzniczak for some period
of time, it was not until several years ago when I
served a three year term on the Milwaukee Area
Technical College Board that I came to know
him as a fine public servant and a friend.
The criminal activity with which he was
charged came as a complete surprise to
me and it was totally out of character.
However, I do believe that if there was ever a
situation and person that called for probation and
community service, it would be applicable here.
No, Judge, I don't feel that "special treatment" should
be afforded a prominent citizen or "white collar crime.
However, if "punishment" is the purpose of serving
time in jail, then I am sure that Harry Guzniczak
has already been punished enough and the pain
will continue to last.
There is no chance that this kind of conduct would
be repeated, and he in no way represents
a "threat to society.
Harry's record of civic activity would certainly
indicate that our community would be better served by
utilizing his experience rather than "putting him away.
Franke's Page 2 of letter to the Court
Hon. Michael Skwierawski - 2 - July 15, 1991
Though justice be thy plea, consider this.
That in the course of justice, none of us should see
salvation: We do pray for mercy. And that same pray
doth teaches all to render the deeds of mercy.
Sincerely,
Harry F. Franke
cc: Harry Guzniczak
John F. McNally F-91-261
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July 17, 1991 (On MATC official letterhead) F-91-261
Rus F. Slicker, Ed. D
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
I respectfully submit this letter of support on behalf
of Harry E. Guzniczak who is to appear before you
for sentencing on August 20, 1991.
Mr. Guzniczak has been a close professional colleague
since 1982 and I believe I can speak knowledgeably
about his character and conduct.
Mr. Guzniczak has demonstrated a verifiable
lifetime commitment to public service.
For ten years he provided leadership to the Board
of Trustees of Milwaukee Area Technical College -- an
unpaid position requiring countless hours of work and
involvement with little reward or public recognition.
Mr. Guzniczak willingly took on this task at a crucial
point in the history of the College and provided the
professionalism, dignity, and integrity that helped
restore public confidence in this vital institution.
When the state technical college system needed a strong
voice of leadership, Mr. Guzniczak volunteered for
that role and led the VTAE Board's Association
through a period of redefinition and renewal.
He was instrumental in shaping new
legislation and state policy.
These efforts and contributions, however, did not
come without a heavy personal cost to Mr. Guzniczak.
He sacrificed, weeks, months, and years of his
private life in this service to the community.
His untiring efforts drained him emotionally
and exacerbated a health condition that
was already tenuous.
Yet he never wavered in his commitment or in
his efforts on behalf of the public good.
As you make your decision on August 20, I urge you
to give strong consideration to Mr. Guzniczak's
lifetime of contributions to his community.
He has already paid a heavy debt to society.
Allowing him to continue his public service may
be the most appropriate expression of justice.
Sincerely,
Rus F. Slicker, Ed. D.
President (Retired) (SIC) F-91-261
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July 23, 1991 Norman N. Gill F-91-261
7950 North Regent Road
Fox Point, WI 53217
July 23, 1991 (self-typed)
The Honorable Michael Skwierawski
County Courthouse
901 N. 9th St. Milwaukee 53233
Dear Judge Skwierawski
My initial knowledge of Mr. Harry Guzniczak was
over 30 years ago when the Cooperative Educational
Service Agency was organized of all the school
superintendents in the Milwaukee area.
Part of my duties as former executive director of the
Citizens' Governmental Research Bureau (now the Public
Policy Forum) was to attend the CESA monthly meetings
for many years, where I had frequent contacts with him.
Likewise during the six years he and I were Board
members of the Milwaukee Area Technical College
(he served longer than I).
I always found him dedicated to community service
in the public interest in countless ways,
far beyond the normal requirements.
I do not think incarceration would be in the
best interest of society and our community.
I am informed he made full restitution of the funds.
I respectfully suggest for your consideration a number
of hours or weeks of constructive community service in
some human resource agency in the Milwaukee community.
If you determine that a money fine is called for,
I am advised that the direct and indirect costs for
obtaining a new superintendent for the Franklin School
District may be in the range of $15000 to $20000.
Of course the District would incur this cost had
Mr. Guzniczak retired in the natural course of
events without an offense being involved.
I am confident you will evaluate wisely Mr. Guzniczak's
life-long record of professional service to the School
District and to the many other institutions which he
served so well, when you determine the requirements of
justice to Society, as to the nature of the punishment.
If you have questions related to my knowledge
of Mr. Guzniczak, I will do my best in reply.
Sincerely
Norman N. Gill F-91-261
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July 25, 1991 A. Thomas Mohrhauer F-91-261
I am a resident of the City of Franklin and
have known Harry Guzniczak both personally
and professionally for twenty-five years.
As superintendent of School District #5, he was
constantly vigilant in the pursuit of excellence.
the many awards earned by the City's schools
are due in large part to his leadership.
My three children, who were educated in the
Franklin Public School System, are in agreement.
Harry was one of the most dedicated professionals I
have ever had the privilege to know and work with.
On a personal basis, Harry was extremely giving
of his time to County and State committees
and to numerous local functions.
The point of this letter, of course, has to do
with his sentencing set for August 20, 1991.
Yes, he committed a crime and was convicted.
But, having attempted to put myself in his place,
I do not feel a jail sentence would be appropriate.
No one has received a heavier sentence
than Harry has placed on himself.
He has lost his job, his health, and his standing,
at least to some, in the community.
Given Harry's background, I doubt that you could
find a better candidate for community service.
I know that conviction requires some sort of
sentence, and I implore you to give this very
good man probation and/or community service.
Yours truly,
A. Thomas Mohrhauer
President
Franklin Plumbing, Inc. F-91-261
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July 29, 1991 Ken Moe F-91-261
(On Brown Deer Schools letterhead)
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
This is a letter of support for Mr. Harry E. Guzniczak,
the former superintendent of schools for the
Franklin Public Schools.
I would like to offer some of my opinions of Harry
for you to consider prior to his scheduled
sentencing on August 20, 1991.
As a colleague of his for the past 12 years,
I believe I know him quite well.
In my opinion, Harry made an extremely unfortunate
decision, but the thousands of good decisions he
has made during his professional career certainly
deserve to be considered now.
The many years of excellent service to the greater
Milwaukee community and his present health
condition also should be considered.
In addition to his regular duties as superintendent and
his many other community contributions, Harry also was
a leader in the settlement of the MPS lawsuit against
the suburban school districts several years ago.
I have personal knowledge of the hundreds of hours
Harry devoted to the fair settlement of this issue.
Not only did he actively participate in the process,
he also played a key role for his district as
well as for all districts involved.
Harry was the person who never stopped trying
to improve the quality of the agreement.
Harry has voluntarily devoted thousands of
hours to serve on the MATC board.
He was recognized several times for his faithful (SIC)
efforts to improve MATC in order to benefit thousands
of students who moved through that institution during
his nine years of service there.
I would hope that you will make use of Harry's talents
as a person who can help children as you consider
what action to take regarding his offenses.
Community service in some private school environment
seeking grant money, organizing projects, or working
directly with students would continue to benefit the
community and help make up for what has been done.
Harry is simply a good man who deserves your
consideration in this matter.
Please let me know if there is any further way
I can be of assistance to you as you consider
your options in this matter.
Yours truly,
Ken Moe
Superintendent of Schools F-91-261
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July 31, 1991 Edward A. Dudek F-91-261
FRISCH DUDEK MILWAUKEE OFFICE Page 1 of 4
825 North Jefferson Street
Milwaukee WI 53202-6495
July 31, 1991
The Honorable Michael Skwierawski
Milwaukee County Courthouse
901 North Ninth Street Milwaukee, WI 53233
RE: Harry E. Guzniczak
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
It is with a saddened heart that this letter is written
to you, as it involves a long-time friend and a person
whom I have respected for many years -- a man who has
stood before you and admitted guilt to the commission
of a serious crime. (SIC)
I have no way of addressing the how and why Harry
Guzniczak went wrong, but I can share with you my
insights as to this man as it affects your
decision in sentencing.
Our family came to know Harry and his wife,
Vivian, in 1958 when we became neighbors,
and out that relationship developed a
personal and business friendship.
During that 33-year time span, we became good
friends and on a great many occasions
socialized with his family and friends.
For a number of years, our firm served as legal counsel
to the Franklin School District and as the district's
attorney, I spent many and long hours with him and
the members of the School Board.
That personal and business relationship frames
my opinion of the kind of person he is,
privately and publicly.
I know Harry Guzniczak to be a loving,
caring father and a devoted husband.
Soft-spoken, evenly tempered and mild of manner
would best characterize his personal traits.
His boys were taught by the example of their father
through the active practice of his religion, adherence
to home-spun values and the genuineness of the
relationship he enjoyed with his many friends.
I appreciate that what I have written is now ironic in
view of what happened, but nevertheless, the Guzniczaks
have two fine sons who will find their way through life
as good citizens because of the quality of life
they enjoyed in their upbringing.
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During the many years that I knew Harry Guzniczak,
I never heard him speak an unkind word of anyone,
nor witnessed any action on his part that was
anything but exemplary.
He and Vivian have always enjoyed a close
group of friends, from all walks of life.
They frequently entertained at home and
those were always happy occasions.
They made sure their friends were always comfortable
with one another and they set the tone.
It can be truly said that he does not have a bad
thought about anyone or a mean bone in his body.
If Harry Guzniczak had any failure in his filial
relationships, it was in the time that he
devoted to his work and community affairs.
He is industrious to a fault.
His position took him to evening
meeting after evening meeting.
but then there was so much to do as the District
was experiencing substantial growth in the
number of students that had to be educated.
He took that District from literally a one-room
school house, to one of the best managed
school districts in the state.
Harry Guzniczak was ahead of his time
in the curriculum he created for Franklin.
He initiated high-tech studies for his students
years before others began thinking about it.
As a growing school district, without a substantial
industrial or business base, he lobbied long and
hard for financial aid from the state to ease
the tax burden on the property owners.
This required more of his time away from home.
The 60's witnessed the organization of school teachers.
This new relationship required his leadership in
negotiating fair contracts for his teaching staff,
while balancing that cost with what the taxpayers
could reasonably afford.
The 60's and the '70s involved a building expansion
in Franklin that, again, necessitated long hours as
he undertook the lead role in the construction of
the new facilities and the bond financing that
was attendant to that process.
His energy was limitless when it came
to serving his Distict.
His goal throughout was to bring the best in academics
so that his students were prepared to undertake their
continuing education in college or prepared to enter
the labor force on graduation.
He never lost sight of that goal and he always spoke
of what more could he do to better educate
the young people in his charge.
He did all of this without bravado and without
ever lauding his own accomplishments.
He has no ego when it comes to evaluating his role in
the District's achievement in academic excellence.
No wonder then, that his
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reputation grew in the academic community as
one of the state's premier superintendents.
His leadership was effective and his record over
the years confirmed that he got things done.
Harry Guzniczak was recognized as a community
leaders in Franklin in his role as superintendent.
His record also earned him the respect in
Wisconsin's secondary education circles as
one of its most able school administrators.
He also assumed a leadership role at the Milwaukee
Area Technical College when there was a need to
re-establish community confidence in that institution.
This, again, required more evenings away from home and
more personal time committed to community service.
Harry Guzniczak was the right man at the right
time for the Franklin School District.
I honestly believe that it never would have achieved
its academic excellence at the reasonableness of the
cost to the taxpayers without his dedication, without
his loyalty and without his inspiring leadership.
All of these efforts earned his a richness of
life and community standing not given to many.
His is a life's story of enrichment by what he
accomplished as a public servant that could be
recounted with pride by him and his family
in the sunset years of his life.
However, this dream has been shattered.
His actions have taken that past away from him
along with the memories of a fulfilling
personal and professional life.
The shame of what he did in his position of public
trust comes from the countless thousands that he
has disappointed by his failing which will
torment him during the remaining years of
his life and, unfortunately, obscure a
lifetime of good deeds and
community service.
This is his cross to bear, and bear it he will,
but that one shameful episode should not eclipse
all the good he accomplished and brought to
his students and the people in Franklin.
Harry Guzniczak is repentant and crushed
for what he did.
The public humiliation he has suffered is more
of a penalty than anything that the court can
do in sentencing him to any term in prison.
The question becomes, how much of a penalty should
Harry Guzniczak have to pay for the breach of
trust he enjoyed through his leadership role?
I well understand that white-collar crime needs to be
deterred and punished as other actionable crimes,
however, in this situation this quiet, humble
person has already lost his past.
He has been demeaned and humiliated by the
disclosure of his conduct, beyond rationality.
He has suffered more than any
imprisonment could do to him.
Harry Guzniczak needs to go on with the remaining
years of his life to work out of this awful
nightmare that has befallen him and his family.
Franklin and the entire Wisconsin educational
community will be better served
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if Your Honor would order him to community service
where his proven leadership and academic
experience could be utilized.
Harry Guzniczak is worthy of such a
consideration by Your Honor.
I don't condone in any way what he has done.
But he is a good man.
Justice will be served by having him spend such time
as you may determine to satisfy society's need
to deter such conduct of its citizenry.
I have no hesitation in representing to the Court that
Mr. Guzniczak, given the opportunity to serve this
community as you may ask, will conduct himself
in that task with honor and dignity and it may
mark the beginning for him in regaining some
of the trust and confidence he once enjoyed.
Your understanding and compassion for what
Mr. Guzniczak has or will continue to suffer
for his misdeed (SIC) in ordering him to perform
some community service would be justified by what
has otherwise been an illustrious career of public
service by this uncommon man.
Sincerely,
Edward A. Dudek (RIP) End of 4 page letter F-91-261
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August 1, 1991 Robert A. Cadwell F-91-261
The Honorable Michael Skwierawski
Circuit Court of Milwaukee County
821 W. State Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
On August 20, 1991, Harry Guzniczak will appear
before you for sentencing on his theft charge.
Judge Skwierawski, what a wonderful man
Harry Guzniczak is.
As a young man, I started dealing with
Mr. Guzniczak on a professional basis.
I witnessed over the years, the absolute fairness
and courteousness extended to all who came
in touch with him.
His staff admired him for his human regard for
all, not only his professional conduct.
Over the years I sought Mr. Guzniczak's personal
opinion on personal matters, because I so
respected his willingness to give of his
time, but I valued his opinion so highly.
When this theft incident (SIC) became public,
I absolutely couldn't believe it.
I talked to the people he worked with on a
daily basis, and they all were just as surprised.
The one common element that was shared by any one
I talked to, even though it appeared he was guilty
of this act, was no one lost their respect and
total confidence in Mr. Guzniczak.
Shocked yes, but only a saddened feeling,
as we all knew this was an absolutely
isolated mistake (SIC) in his life.
A life time of admiration, tarnished
by a needless mistake.
Your honor, I ask your leniency for Harry Guzniczak,
because he can be a tremendous asset to the community
if permitted to do public service.
Because I know this man well, I have
forgiven him in my heart.
You cannot forgive him, but I pray you are lenient
to this very remorseful, beautiful man.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Robert A. Cadwell F-91-261
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August 1, 1991 William Sosnay F-91-261
Re: Mr. Harry E. Guzniczak
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
I am writing this letter to you for your
consideration prior to the sentencing
of Mr. Guzniczak on August 20, 1991.
As you know, as a former Assistant District Attorney, I
have participated in many sentencings and have made
many recommendations to judges over the years.
While I am sending this to you now in a much different
capacity, I can assure you that I have taken into
account many of the same considerations that I
know must be looked at a time when someone
is to be sentenced.
I have known Mr. Guzniczak for
approximately nine years.
As an attorney for the Franklin School District,
I got to know him very well, having worked
closely with him on many occasions.
During that time, I formed the greatest respect
for him and admired his dedication to the School
District and his desire to provide a quality
education to the students he came in contact
with, including those transfer students from
the Milwaukee Public School System.
His commitment to any project he worked
on was always 110%.
Mr. Guzniczak is in fact synonymous with
the Franklin School District.
During the time that I have known him, I know
that others within and without the profession
shared those same thoughts about him.
I, along with many others, was deeply saddened
when I learned of the events that have brought
him before this Court.
I urge you not to overlook what he has contributed to
the Franklin School System, as well as the Franklin
community as a whole, and education in general
throughout the Milwaukee Metropolitan Area.
I also know that he has been a dedicated husband
and father who has suffered immensely from this.
He is deeply remorseful for what he has done.
I am confident that he would never again engage
in such activity, nor would he come before the
criminal justice system in the future.
Mr. Guzniczak is clearly a man of many talents
and has a lot to offer to the community.
I know that you will take into account his past
unblemished record and his dedication and service
to the Franklin School District and the community.
It is my understanding that full
restitution has been made.
I am confident that justice would not be denied in
this particular instance if the sentence
involved an alternative to incarceration.
His lack of any prior contacts with the criminal
justice system, his years of contribution to the
District and community, his age and present health,
along with restitution having been made, should serve
as a significant basis for strong consideration to
impose a sentence involving something other than
incarceration.
I appreciate the opportunity to submit these comments
to you and hope they will be helpful to you in
deciding what sentence is appropriate.
If I can be any further assistance or should you
require any additional information concerning
anything addressed in this letter, please
feel free to contact me.
Very truly yours
DAVIS & KUELTHAU, S.C.
William Sosnay F-91-261
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August 5,1991 Harry E. Guzniczak F-91-261
The Honorable Michael Skwierawski
Milwaukee County Court House
901 North 9th Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
I write this letter as a plea for leniency in the
sentence that you are considering concerning my
guilt related to the theft charge (SIC) against
me that has been before the court.
I want you to know that I am very sorry for what
I did and that I did make restitution, but that
the remorse that I feel is with me every minute
of the day and at night as I try to sleep.
The pain that I feel is because what
I did was terribly wrong.
I deeply regret the shame that it has brought to the
Franklin School District and to its students and staff.
I also anguish over the pain that I have brought to my
dear wife, Vivian, to whom I have been happily married
for forty years and to our two sons who are both
advancing in their careers in the Milwaukee area.
There is little doubt that the stress that I personally
live with has greatly contributed to aggravating and
also accelerating a deteriorating coronary condition
for which I have been under medical treatment for
more than a dozen years.
I had suffered a second heart attack on
January 1, 1991 and had undergone a second
coronary by-pass operation on March 1st.
In addition, I have had three angioplasty procedures
during the course of my treatment.
I am currently taking five prescribed drugs for
my condition, including high blood pressure,
and to relieve my symptoms.
I have also been diagnosed as being HTLV positive which
means that I am infected with the human T-cell leukemia
virus; this as a result of a blood transfusion.
In addition to my work as superintendent of schools in
Franklin, I have served as a member of the Milwaukee
Area Technical College Board for almost nine years,
three of which were served as chairperson of the board.
My service to M.A.T.C. involved a time
commitment of about twenty hours a week.
I resigned my position on the board in the early
fall of 1990 after experiencing severe coronary
symptoms which were temporarily relieved by an
angio-plasty procedure.
Your honor, I believe that I have been and will
continue to be duly punished by the community
for what I have done.
I have left my 42.5 years as a Wisconsin educator,
37.5 which have been in Franklin, in disgrace.
I pray that my long and positive experience as an
educator and my record of community activity will
help me to be considered for probation and/or
community service as an alternative to jail.
I assure you that I am not a threat to society
nor will the conduct for which I am before
you ever be repeated.
Please allow be to live the rest of my life
with my wife and near to my family.
Thank you for considering my plea.
Sincerely yours,
Harry E. Guzniczak F-91-261
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August 6, 1991 Earl Mihlbauer F-91-261
|On Boards Association stationery|
|The Association has 144 members |
|Nine persons from each district |
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
I write this letter on behalf of Harry E. Guzniczak
with a heavy heart and a great deal of sadness.
As Executive Director of the Wisconsin VTAE District
Boards Association, I had the opportunity to work
closely with Harry for five years, two when he was
Vice-President and Legislative Chairperson, two as
President and one as a Board of Directors member.
Harry was a true leader for Wisconsin
Technical College Trustees.
He set an example of professionalism as a member of
the MATC-Milwaukee Board of Trustees and encouraged
all his colleagues to be policy leaders.
He was President of the Association during one of
the most troubled times in Wisconsin Technical College
history when the Wisconsin Legislature was considering
making the Technical college System a state funded,
state governed system.
Harry's leadership was instrumental in motivating
his colleagues to take up the fight and retain
the colleges local governance.
During these five years, he was one of
my immediate supervisors.
I found his dedication to this school, his community
and his state to be of the very highest caliber.
He expected MATC to be exemplary in its
service to the community.
He expected the Boards Association to set policy
standards of a high quality that clearly served
the people of the state of Wisconsin.
His dedication to his educational profession is
literally unsurpassed by any school administrator
in the entire state.
This is evidenced by his 41 years, 33 as
superintendent of Franklin.
Harry's misjudgment and subsequent conviction is
a black mark on a long and exemplary service
to the citizens of Franklin.
He cannot go back and he cannot undue
what has been done.
How will Harry compensate for his wrongdoing?
I cannot believe that a prison term would serve
the public good, but would only serve to more
severely complicate his fragile health.
I would encourage you to be lenient with my
friend who has given his entire life to the
boys and girls of Franklin, Wisconsin.
Ask him to use that great expertise he has
to help those who are less fortunate than
he through community services.
I truly respect your difficult decision
and ask your kindest consideration.
Thank you.
Sincerely
Earl Mihlbauer
Executive Director F-91-261
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August 10, 1991 Vivian L. Guzniczak F-91-261
VIVIAN L. GUZNICZAK
9010 W. Bosch Lane
Franklin, Wisconsin 53132
Dear Judge Skwierawski,
My husband has apparently made a (SIC)
gross error (SIC) in judgement.
I sincerely believe this to be the only one. (SIC)
We have been married for forty years (this past June)
and have been friends for forty-five.
He has been a terrific father.
He has been a loving husband and I am a better
and stronger person because of our marriage
and relationship.
His professional life has been devoted to education
and the people who are involved - teacher, students,
administrators, school board members and support
staff as well as parents in the community - they,
in effect, were considered an extended family.
His door was always open to his "extended family"
even when the problems they needed (and looked for)
help with were not school or education related.
He has spent untold hours helping them
to resolve their personal problems.
Even as his health problems became more
apparent about twelve years ago he continued
his "being there" for all who sought his help.
He has been in love with educating boys and girls
since he took his first step into his assignment
in a one room school.
Having to sit on the sidelines now is
probably his worst punishment.
I can't make excuses for him, but I hope you
will be able to look at the whole man and
balance the scales accordingly.
He is a good man.
Sincerely,
Vivian L. Guzniczak F-91-261
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August 12, 1991 W1lliam R. Hittman F-91-261
William R. Hittman
5830 South Kurtz Road
Hales Corners, Wisconsin 53130
The Honorable Michael Skwierawski
Milwaukee County Court
Milwaukee County Courthouse
901 North Ninth Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
I am sending you this letter as a request
involving one of my colleagues,
Harry E. Guzniczak.
I understand that on Tuesday, August 20 you
will be sentencing Mr. Guzniczak for his
violation of the public trust.
I have known Mr. Guzniczak both as a teacher
and as an administrator for 13 years.
He has, and hopefully will continue, to represent
the work ethic and excellence in education
which our country strongly needs.
I realize that Mr. Guzniczak has violated the
public trust, and I realize there are those who
would want him to spend time in an institution.
I would strongly encourage you not to sentence
Mr. Guzniczak to time in an institution.
Mr. Guzniczak has a wealth of knowledge and experience
which could benefit those who are less fortunate.
I would strongly encourage you to require
Mr. Guzniczak to do community service of an
educational nature which would benefit those
who truly need what Mr. Guzniczak has to offer.
I would suggest that Mr. Guzniczak be required to
perform 12 to 15 hours per week of educational
services to the Grand Alterative High School
for a period of possibly up to two years.
I have included a letter from the Grand Alternative
High School explaining a bit about their program
and stating their need to utilize the services
which Mr. Guzniczak could offer.
For those of us who know Mr. Guzniczak, it is difficult
to comprehend why he broke the public trust, and that
truly is an error and inexcusable.
It would be simple to just prescribe some time to be
spent in a public institution, but Mr. Guzniczak has
so much to offer and there are so many in need of
what he has to offer, it would seem to make more
sense to have Mr. Guzniczak provide a service to
society as compared to being a burden upon society.
I know Mr. Guzniczak will do whatever he is asked
to do with great zeal, and he will go above and
beyond what is required of him.
I would also like the court to know what I am aware of
Mr. Guzniczak's health problems and upon conferring
with his counsel, it is my understanding that the
services to the young people and adults at the
Grand Alternative High School is not too much
for Mr. Guzniczak to handle.
Again, I strongly encourage the court to require
community service of Mr. Guzniczak as an appropriate
consequence for his violation of the public trust.
Respectfully
William R. Hittman
dcb
Enclosures
DB1485/10 F-91-261
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August 12, 1991 Michael R. Wherry F-91-261
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
This letter was not solicited by either
Mr. Guzniczak or his counsel.
I am writing a letter of this nature for the first
time in my life because I sincerely believe that
Harry Guzniczak is a man of integrity and dedicated
community commitment who made a solitary mistake for
which he has already paid an inordinately high price.
By way of background, I came to know Mr. Guzniczak
as the Superintendent of the Franklin School
District which was a labor client of the
Mulcahy & Wherry, S. C. law firm
which was a later client of the
Davis & Kuelthau, S.C.law firm.
My direct involvement with him started in
approximately 1975 when I was asked to
staff work directly on litigation
related matters that involved
the School District.
Mr. Guzniczak was my contact person and worked
actively on all matters involving the District.
Subsequently, in 1983, I and other attorneys in the
firm worked very closely with Harry Guzniczak and
numerous Milwaukee area school superintendents
in the federal school desegregation litigation.
It was obvious in dealing with the man
that his work was more than a job.
He was dedicated to his duties and persisted in seeking
the right solutions to major community problems at a
time in life when others might be more interested in
pursuing their personal objectives or leisure time.
I was amazed when he took on the added task of being
a board member at Milwaukee Area Technical College
which ultimately resulted in his being elected
Chairman of the Board in the late 1980's.
I asked him why he would undertake something
like the MATC work at a time when his health,
superintendent duties and other commitments
put him way beyond the overload range.
His answer was basically,
"I think I'm the right person for the
job and that I can help where needed."
In 1989 and 1990, I represented Milwaukee Area
Technical College in several matters including a
litigation case where the Board members sand the
former District Director were the focal points.
It was high visibility case in Milwaukee and
Mr. Guzniczak was called upon to work day
and night to fulfill all of the duties he
has as a superintendent of schools and
Chairman of the Board of a large college.
On several occasions, he called me at home late
in the evening literally unable to talk because
of hyperventilation, probably occasioned by
overwork and his heart condition.
At that time I asked him and his wife to reorder
their priorities and take care of Harry's health.
Notwithstanding this suggestion, he pressed on
to ensure that the successorship at MATC would be
handled in such a way as to achieve a top-flight
President for the good of the college
and the community.
That mission was admirably accomplished before
he resigned from the MATC Board late last year.
What I have always seen in Harry Guzniczak is a
dedicated public servant who did an exceptional
professional job in whatever he undertook.
I also know that his transgression has hurt him
immeasurably, both physically and mentally.
With the utmost respect for the responsibilities
that you as a Judge must fulfill, I submit that
Harry Guzniczak should be given the opportunity
to perform some community work rather than any
incarceration for his admitted offense.
Respectfully,
Michael R. Wherry F-91-261
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August 13, 1991 Marcia L. Stein F-91-261
Dear Mr. Hittman:
I am writing as the Executive Director of
Seeds of Health, Inc., a non-profit service
agency located in Milwaukee County.
The purpose of this letter is to introduce you to Seeds
of Health and to express our support for Dr. (SIC)
Harry Guzniczak to serve his community service
obligation with Seeds of Health.
In September 1988, the agency opened an alternative
school to provide secondary schooling to at-risk
students with a particular emphasis on serving
the pregnant students and school-age parents.
The Grand Alternative prepares 75 at-risk students for
a MPS high school diploma in a non-traditional setting.
The school provides academic training as well as an
array of support services to nurture these young
people who have returned to school.
We are willing to have Dr.(SIC) Harry Guzniczak
provides up to 20 hours per week of community
service in the capacity of teacher, tutorial,
supervisor, or whatever needs arise to fulfill
the mission of our school program.
In addition, I will be responsible for meeting with
Dr. (SIC) Harry Guzniczak on a weekly basis to
evaluate his obligation to Seeds of Health.
Sincerely,
Marcia L. Stein
Executive Director F-91-261
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August 14, 1991 James A. Leibsohn F-91-261
Judge Michael Skwierawski
ATTENTION: John McNally
RE: Harry Guzniczak
Your honor,
I am writing this letter to plead for leniency in the
up-coming sentencing of my patient, Harry Guzniczak.
I write this letter in his support largely because
I feel that an incarceration is very apt to result
in aggravation and likely progression of his
coronary disease, which is already severe.
As you know by now, he underwent coronary bypass
surgery in March 1991 after multiple angioplasties
were performed and, ultimately, failed.
He is known to have severe coronary disease
involving most vessels and has already
suffered significant myocardial damage.
All of this renders him at significant risk for
sudden cardiac death, not to mention
heart failure, continuing angina, etc.
His current medications include Procainamide (used to
mitigate life- threatening dysrhythmias) and on this
medication he has been reasonably well controlled.
In addition, he is on medication to minimize anginal
complaints, though he tells me that in the past week
while under the stress of his on- going trial and
up-coming sentencing, he has been having
increasing episodes of chest pain.
Knowing him as well as I have one the past many
years, I do not believe that he is exaggerating
this complaint at this time.
As he stands currently, his exercise capacity is
actually quite good, having just completed a cardiac
rehab program, however I should think the emotional
stress of his trial and potentially of incarceration,
may well be more than he will be able to endure.
I think there is a very real possibility that
incarceration in this gentleman's case will
amount to a lethal sentence for him.
On behalf of Mr. Guzniczak, and certainly myself
also, I very much appreciate your consideration
of these thoughts.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate
to contact me by letter of telephone.
Respectfully yours,
James A. Leibsohn, M. D. F-91-261
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August 14, 1991 RICHARD E. MOELLER F-91-261
(Curiously, MOELLER WROTE EVERYTHING IN UPPER CASE)
DEAR JUDGE SKWIERAWSKI:
SUBJECT: HARRY GUZNICZAK
I AM WRITING THIS LETTER WITH MIXED EMOTIONS BECAUSE I
BOTH TAUGHT FOR MR. GUZNICZAK FOR 8 YEARS, AND AFTER I
LEFT FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL TO BUY THIS BUSINESS I WAS
THE VICTIM OF A THEFT BY MY OFFICE MANAGER.
THE MANAGER WAS CONVICTED OF STEALING $80,000., BUT A
COMPLETE AUDIT INDICATED THE AMOUNT WAS $147,300.
THIS OCCURRED IN 1986.
HOWEVER, THE REASON I AM WRITING IS TO TELL YOU WHAT
A FINE INFLUENCE MR. GUZNICZAK WAS IN MY LIFE.
WHAT HE DID IS INEXCUSABLE, AND HE SHOULD BE PUNISHED,
BUT HE ALSO WAS THE FINEST MEANING OF TRUE
PROFESSIONALISM IN WORKING WITH YOUNG PEOPLE,
AND HE DID THIS THROUGH EXAMPLE.
I CAN HONESTLY SAY THAT HE HAD MORE IMPACT OF (SIC)
TEACHING CAREER THAN ANY OTHER PERSON.
LET ME GIVE YOU AN EXAMPLE: AFTER I LEFT TEACHING
AND BOUGHT THIS BUSINESS, I FELT IT WOULD BE A
GOOD IDEA TO TAKE A DALE CARNEGIE COURSE.
AFTER ABOUT FOUR OR FIVE MEETINGS I TOLD MY WIFE, I
DON'T HAVE TO GO TO THESE MEETINGS ANY LONGER - THESE
ARE THE SAME THINGS THAT I LEARNED WHILE TEACHING FOR
MR. GUZNICZAK.
I HAVE NOT SEEN, NOR TALKED TO HIM OR ANYONE IN
HIS FAMILY FOR MORE THAN EITH (SIC) YEARS, YET I
WANTED TO RELATED (SIC) THIS INFORMATION TO YOU.
I SEE THAT THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY IS REQUESTING A
LONG PRISON SENTENCE, BUT MY PERSONAL OPINION IS
THAT JUSTICE WOULD BE SERVED BETTER WITH A LONG
PROBATION, AND RESTITUTION.
SINCERELY YOURS,
RICHARD E. MOELLER
PRESIDENT F-91-261
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August 14, 1991 Lawrence B. Piek F-91-261
Judge Michael Skwierawski:
Dear Sir:
Re: Harry Guzniczak:
As I read the Sentinel of August 14, 1991 I observe
that you are going to have to sentence Harry Guzniczak
and I would like to give you my thoughts.
Even though I live in Franklin I do not
know or have never met the man.
I hope that you will be able to provide some creative
sentencing because I believe it would be absolutely
stupid to use a cell to house this man who is not
likely to every (SIC) impose bodily harm on anyone
while there are so many getting probation who have
done so or would likely do so.
Two thoughts come to my mind if
the law allows you to do so.
1. A sentence would be given but suspended and
probation given with the stipulation that
the offender must maintain his present
residence for 3 to 5 years.
2. In addition the offender would not be able
to leave the area for the same 3-5 years.
No vacations in Florida etc.
Finally require community service
for the same 3 - 5 years.
I do not excuse the crime but in view of the
shortage of jail space, and I think financial
restitution has been made, I think the
humiliation will be quite a load to bear.
cont:
Thank yo for reading this letter and I wish
you good luck in making a wise decision.
Lawrence B. Piek 425-2012
10364 Whitnall Edge Ct # 101
Franklin, WI 53232 F-91-261
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August 15, 1991 Carol K. Oeder F-91-261
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
I am writing this letter to you on behalf of
Harry Guzniczak of Franklin, Wisconsin.
Harry was recently convicted of theft and is
scheduled for sentencing on August 20, 1991.
I was shocked and saddened beyond words
to learn of his recent situation.
I have been a long-time friend of the family,
had children that grew up together and also
worked with Harry professionally.
On a professional level I was a school
board member from 1983-1988.
During this time I served as board president
for two years and worked closely with Harry
on the desegregation law suit.
This period of time was extremely stressful
as a board member and even more so for a
board president and superintendent.
During this time Harry always remained very
professional, supportive and patient.
At the end of my term I had gained
enormous respect for Harry.
On a personal level, since I am a nurse, I continue to
be concerned with his long history of coronary disease
and the impact this will have on his health.
Knowing Harry as well as I do and having spoken with
him on several occasions since this disclosure, I
know he accepts full responsibility for this
unfortunate act (SIC) and is extremely remorseful.
I am asking at this time that you consider leniency
of this matter because of Harry's long record of
community service, deep remorse and the fact
that I feel this incident was an isolated
one (SIC) that will never be repeated.
Sincerely yours,
Sincerely
Carol K. Oeder F-91-261
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August 15, 1991 Scott A. Thinnes F-91-261
Dear Judge Skwierawski,
I am a property owner and resident of the City of
Franklin and am writing you in regard to the case
of the former Franklin School Superintendent
Harry E. Guzniczak.
I believe (SIC) this case is scheduled for
sentencing on Tuesday, August 20, 1991.
I have only been a resident of Franklin for four years
and I do not personally know Mr. Guzniczak.
However, I feel that I must voice my concern about
the fact that officials who betray the public trust
placed in them seem to never be held accountable
for their actions.
They appear to think their reputation or their years of
so called service to the community should exempt them
from the penalty that they deserve under the law.
Society places a very special trust in the people that
we choose to run our public school system, the
well being and education of our children.
We expect those officials and educators to set
an example that is uncompromised and to help us,
as parents, guide our children to a productive
and law abiding life.
Remorse for the crimes committed is fine and
restitution is unquestionable, but justice can
only be served by the passing of a sentence that
not only does justification to the breach of public
trust, but also tells of the standards that our society
requires of its public officials.
I urge you to, in the consideration of your sentence,
take into account the trust that the public puts in the
people we elect into public office and the effect that
the betrayal of that trust has on the integrity of our
representative form of government.
Sincerely,
Scott A. Thinnes
7937 West Beacon Hill Drive
Franklin WI 53132 F-91-261
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August 16, 1991 John F. McNally F-91-261
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
Please find attached to this correspondence letters of
support on behalf of our client, Harry E. Guzniczak,
that are being sent to you through my office by
the authors so that you might consider their
content at Mr. Guzniczak's sentencing that
is scheduled for August 20, 1991.
An indexed label is enclosed in the inside page of
this folder stating the letter writer's name in
the sequence in which the correspondence appears.
I received a copy of the district attorney's brief
dated August 13, 1991, and will respond to the
same orally at the time of sentencing.
A copy of this correspondence, an its attachments,
have been sent to the district attorney's office.
If there are any questions regarding these matters,
please contact me at once.
Sincerely yours,
John F. McNally, Attorney at Law
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John McNally's LIST: ATTACHMENTS to above cover letter
1. Edward Dudek 14. Thomas Mohrhusen
2. Harry Franke 15. Charles Mulcahy
3. Robert Cadwell 16. Mark Olson
4. Sam Castagna 17. Rus Slicker
5. Norman Gill 18. William Sosnay
6. Henry Guzniczak 19. Frederick Wenzel
7. Mark Guzniczak 20. Michael Wherry
8. Michael Guzniczak 21. Jose Vasquez
9. Vivian Guzniczak 22. William Hittman
10. Romuald Kucinski 23. Marcia Stein
11. John Maloney 24. Harry Guzniczak
12. Earl Mihlbauer 25. Harry Guzniczak
13. Kenneth Moe 26. James Leibson
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POSTSCRIPT to above contrived "Unsolisited" letters
wherein "communty service" is asked for SIXTY times:
See attached logical chronological and alphabetical
sorts of above letters. McNally's non-chronologial
non-alphabetical compilation starts with the
late Edward Dudek's four page letter.
The first letter wrote came from Maloney.
Four Letters to the court or to Guzniczak's
attorneys are unmentioned in above list:
27. Richard Moeller 29. Carol K. Oeder
28. Lawrence Piek 30. Scott Thinnes
ALPHABETICAL AND CHRONOLOGICAL LISTS ON NEXT PAGE.
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August 20, 1991 John F. McNally F-91-261
RE: State of Wisconsin vs. Harry Guzniczak
Case No. : F910261
Dear Judge Skwierawski:
This letter is to point out some very minor factual
errors in the presentence investigation
in the above-captioned action.
On page 7 of the same, within the paragraph entitled
"Financial management", it should be noted that any
early tax sheltered annuity payments my client
receives start in 1992. That his home mortgage
is actually $650.00 per month, and his car
payment $305.00 per month.
Furthermore, attached is a letter that was sent to
Mr. Guzniczak from a former student that I am
presenting to the Court on his behalf.
Sincerely yours,
John F. McNally
Attorney at Law
JFM: kmg
Enclosure
cc: Mr. Jon Reddin, Assistant District Attorney,
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THIRTY 8/16/91 GUZNICZAK SUPPORTERS - McNALLY, ET AL
AUTHORS OF 30 SUPPORTING LETTERS ALPHABETIZED:
Robert Cadwell Vivian Guzniczak Carol K. Oeder
Sam Castagna William Hittman MARK OLSON
Edward Dudek Romuald Kucinski Lawrence Piek
HARRY FRANKE James Leibson RUS SLICKER
Norman Gill JOHN MALONEY William Sosnay
HARRY GUZNICZAK Earl Mihlbauer Marcia Stein
HARRY GUZNICZAK Kenneth Moe Scott Thinnes
Henry Guzniczak Richard Moeller Jose Vasquez
Mark Guzniczak Thomas Mohrhusen Frederick Wenzel
Michael Guzniczak CHARLES MULCAHY MICHAEL WHERRY
30 DATED F-91-261 LETTERS FOR HARRY E. GUZNICZAK:
MNS = McNally Numbering System
MNS: LOGICAL CHRONOLOGY GUZNICZAK FANS $
11 Tuesday 7/2/91 JOHN MALONEY
19 Tuesday 7/3/91 Frederick Wenzel
15 Monday 7/8/91 CHARLES MULCAHY
4 Tuesday 7/9/91 Sam Castagna
10 Tuesday 7/9/91 Romuald Kucinski
24 Wednesday 7/10/91 Harry Guzniczak
16 Wednesday 7/10/91 MARK OLSON
21 Wednesday 7/10/91 Jose Vasquez
6 Friday 7/12/91 Henry Guzniczak
7 Friday 7/12/91 Mark Guzniczak
8 Friday 7/12/91 Michael Guzniczak
17 Wednesday 7/17/91 RUS SLICKER
5 Tuesday 7/23/91 Norman Gill
13 Monday 7/29/91 Kenneth Moe
14 Thursday 7/25/91 Thomas Mohrhusen
1 Wednesday 7/31/91 Edward Dudek RIP
2 Monday 7/15/91 HARRY FRANKE
3 Thursday 8/1/91 Robert Cadwell
18 Thursday 8/1/91 William Sosnay
25 Monday 8/5/91 Harry Guzniczak
12 Tuesday 8/6/91 EARL MIHLBAUER
9 Saturday 8/10/91 Vivian Guzniczak
20 Monday 8/12/91 Michael Wherry
22 Monday 8/12/91 WILLIAM HITTMAN
23 Tuesday 8/13/91 Marcia Stein
26 Wednesday 8/14/91 James Leibson
28 Wednesday 8/14/91 Lawrence Piek
29 Thursday 8/15/91 Carol K. Oeder
30 Thursday 8/15/91 Scott Thinnes
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PAGE 596 MATC BOARD MINUTES FOR MONDAY 9 JULY 1990:
Ms. Elliott presented Mr. Guzniczak with a Resolution
of Appreciation during his term as Chairman and he also
received a gift. He thanked the Board members and the
members of the staff for the cooperation that he has
received. He also wished the new officers well. [1]
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION:
WHEREAS Mr. Harry E. Guzniczak has served as District
Board Chairman from 1986 to 1988 and was elected as
District Board Chairman on July 10, 1989; and
WHEREAS during Mr. Guzniczak's tenure in this office he
provided courageous leadership and steadfast commitment
to the college as exemplified by his role in the
president search process [2] ; and
WHEREAS Mr. Guzniczak's gift of time and talent to the
college is an affirmation of his resolve in seeking the
highest quality of education and ensuring student
access to those educational opportunities; and
WHEREAS Mr. Guzniczak continues to provide expertise,
insight, and a sense of balance to the Board in
pursuing its mission; therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the District Board of the Milwaukee Area
Technical College congratulate and commend Mr. Harry E.
Guzniczak for his loyalty, dedication, and service to
education and the citizens of the district. It was
moved by Ms. Elliott, seconded by Ms. Johnson, that the
Resolution be approved. Motion carried, the vote being
as follows: Ayes - Cashmore, Clark, Elliott, Ellis,
Johnson, Keller, Parris, Vasques. [3]
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COURTESY COMMENTS BY GERHARDT J. STEINKE:
When above transpired, I was completing a 5,200 mile
Washington-Maine cycling event and was unable to
be in attendance at the above board meeting.
Thus it's difficult to verify the below reaction
to Frances Elliott's gushing over Harry:
[1] In all the above CEREMONIAL GUSHING, no one
mentions that Harry served longer than any
other MATC Board member:1/12/81 - 10/15/90.
By a strange coincidence(?), Guzniczak's
resignation "for health reasons" came just
after HIS 30 YEARS CRIME BECAME EXPOSED.
[2] Both Rus Slicker and Barbara Holmes were
HIRED by Guzniczak's board. See Page 15.
Rus claimed to be "resigned." RUS SLICKER
IS STILL AT MATC-Milwaukee. $ $ $ $ $ $ $
Although BARBARA WAS BUTCHERED IN THE MEDIA,
little was reported on those that hired her
and later bought her out for a fortune.
[3] WITH ENTHUSIASTIC ABANDON - "YES! YES! YES! YES!
(I can only guess about he level of enthusiasm.)
The public SELF-SERVING SOLIPSISTIC SURREALISTIC PRAISE
OF HARRY subsided somewhat after Harry's 30 years of
Franklin and MATC crime were exposed. His pecuniary
FRIENDS (mostly lawyers) PLAYED DOWN HIS MATC CRIMES.
SECRET ACTIVITY OF LAWYER FRIENDS CONTINUED UNABATED.
Most (but not all) were at Mulcahy & Wherry - and its
progeny. There are so many of them. GODFREY AND KAHN,
DAVIS & KUELTHAU, Whyte Hirschboeck etc. . . . . . .
The number of lawyers milking the MATC golden cow
after Harry's demise continues to escalate WITH
MINIMAL PUBLIC SCRUTINY AND MAXIMUM COVER UP.
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PAGE 161 MATC BOARD MINUTES FOR MONDAY 15 OCTOBER 1990:
Chairwoman Johnson communicated to the Board that
Mr. Harry Guzniczak has resigned form the MATC
Board effective today, October 15, 1990,
due to health problems. [1]
Ms. Nancy Parris, Board Secretary, will send
out a notice to the District Appointment Committee
within 30 days and there will be an announcement
within 60 days. A special election will be held
to appoint a new school superintendent to fill
unexpired term. [2]
Mr. Vasquez moved, Ms. Ellis seconded, and motion
carried to send Mr. Harry Guzniczak a memento
of appreciation for his years of service and
for his dedication to the MATC Board. [3]
Mr. Cashmore suggested than an appropriate
formal resolution [4] be prepared and
signed by the members of the Board.
Ms. Elliott indicated that she also
attended the Boards Association in
Wisconsin Dells and is on the
Program and Planning Committee. [5]
She said that on April 26 and 27 in Madison,
the Boards Association Meeting will have as
a guest speaker Mr. Bud Hodgkinson, who is
a demographer and also a futurist with a
strong message, and she suggested that
all Board members attend. [6]
Ms. Pam O'Halloran, a member of the audience,
asked if there were any plans to extend the
Local 587 contract. Dr. Holmes stated that
the Administration would be talking with
Local 587 very soon . . . next regular
Board meeting Monday, November 18, 1990. [7]
Respectfully submitted, NANCY PARRIS, Secretary.
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COURTESY COMMENTS BY STEINKE:
[1] Harry did have a variety of SELF-INFLICTED HEALTH
PROBLEMS. His major major problem, however, was
that of having his life of crime exposed.
[2] MATC Board members are appointed by a Board
Appointment Committee made up of 25 members.
TWO (2) IS A QUORUM! MATC controls the show.
[3] Unfortunately typical of the inappropriate
GUSHING OVER FELON HARRY.
[4] Former West Allis Mayor was also prone to
UNTOWARD PRAISE OF HARRY.
[5] See Page 26 to see another Harry hireling
GUSHING OVER FELON GUZNICZAK.
[6] YET ANOTHER "FEEL-GOOD" OPPORTUNITY for
the board to get themselves stroked.
[7] Cashmore, uncritical of Harry, bashed
and butchered Barbara Holmes.
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CONSTRUCTIVE KNOWLEDGE: RUNNING AND RECORDING MEETINGS.
During Harry Guzniczak's thirty years of School Board
activity he participated actively in THOUSANDS of
"school board" meetings at Franklin and at MATC.
Franklin felon and MATC criminal Harry Guzniczak
also served as President of the VTAE (now WTCS)
District Boards Association. With 144 members.
SEE PAGE 26 FOR EARL MIHLBAUER'S PRAISE OF FELON HARRY.
BELOW LISTS ALL LEGAL 89-90 MEETINGS RUN AT MATC and
note that under Forney - only boards hire and fire.
At MATC and the other 15 districts, such actions
must be reflected in an official board action.
9/18/89 - 7/23/90 VOL 23 APPROVED MATC BOARD MEETINGS:
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See Sections 19.82(2) and 38.12(4) Proceeding mandates.
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MATC LEGAL MEETINGS: PAGES: TYPE: APPROVED:
1 Monday 9/18/89 1-68 REGULAR 10/16/89
2 Monday 10/16/89 69-146 REGULAR 11/20/89
3 Tuesday 11/ 7/89 147 SPECIAL 11/20/89
148 BLANK
4 Friday 11/10/89 149-152 SPECIAL 12/18/89
5 Monday 11/20/89 153-179 REGULAR 12/18/89
180 BLANK
6 Monday 12/18/89 181-228 REGULAR 1/22/90
7 Monday 1/22/90 229-274 REGULAR 2/19/90
8 Monday 2/19/90 275-336 REGULAR 3/26/90
9 Monday 3/26/90 337-395 REGULAR 4/16/90
396 BLANK
10 Monday 4/16/90 397-442 REGULAR 6/25/90
11 Saturday 5/ 5/90 443-445 SPECIAL 6/25/90
446 BLANK
12 Monday 5/21/90 447-507 REGULAR 6/25/90
508 BLANK
13 Monday 6/25/90 509-593 REGULAR 9/17/90
594 BLANK
14 Monday 7/ 9/90 595-598 ORGANIZE 9/17/90
15 Monday 7/23/90 599-646 REGULAR 9/17/90
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BOARD MEMBERS SERVING MONDAY 9/18/89 - MONDAY 7/23/90:
Fred Cashmore Norman Gill Leonard Keller
Robert Clark HARRY GUZNICZAK Nancy Parris
Frances Elliott Marlene Johnson Jose Vasques
ABOVE DATA IS FOUND IN A/P M 91-86 GJS EXHIBIT 92.
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7/10/91 OLSON: FELONY JUDGE SKWIERAWSKI. Case F-91-261.
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As Franklin School District's only superintendent
of Schools, Harry Guzniczak has guided the District
from its first steps to national recognition
as an outstanding school system:
In 1989, Franklin High School was honored with an award
by the United States Department of Labor as one of a
handful of outstanding high schools in the country.
In addition, Mr. Guzniczak, individually, has won
recognition from his peers as AN OUTSTANDING
ADMINISTRATOR and as an active supporter
and policy maker in vocational,
technical and adult education.
DURING MY 15 YEARS AS SCHOOL DISTRICT LEGAL COUNSEL,
I have watched as Mr. Guzniczak worked to build
a strong teaching staff, emphasizing continuing
education, exchange of ideas within the system,
and support for new teachers from fellow teachers
and the Administration, so that the students
in the District would benefit from the
best that education could offer.
Mr. GUZNICZAK'S OVERSIGHT (SIC) of the District's
short-term and long-term educational goals and
aspirations HAS BEEN THE PIVOTAL FACTOR IN
THE GROWTH OF THE DISTRICT into one of the
state's finest K-12 school districts.
ALL OF THIS HAS REQUIRED MR. GUZNICZAK'S DEDICATION
and the expenditure of enormous amounts of his
time and energy in its accomplishment.
Indeed, Mr. Guzniczak's medical history is a testament
to the extent to which he has been willing to give
of himself in order to further the goals
of the Franklin School District.
Along with everyone connected with the
Franklin School District and with Harry Guzniczak,
I was STUNNED (SIC) BY THE REVELATIONS coming out
of the District Attorney's office which were
detailed in your Court.
However, I believe that one cannot ignore
the years of service which preceded
THIS (SIC) ABERRATION.
There is, here, also the consideration of the
complete (SIC) (*) restitution of funds
to the District by Mr. Guzniczak.
Your Honor, as you consider proper sentencing
in this matter, I would urge that you CONSIDER
THE WHOLE OF THIS MAN, his service and dedication
as well as the act that brings him before you.
I know of the remorse and anguish
suffered by Harry Guzniczak.
I hope that FURTHER SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY
would receive strong consideration as
an alternative to incarceration.
I believe such an alternative could well
PROMOTE THE HEALING ALREADY TAKING PLACE
within the District, and it would appropriately
recognize the enormous contributions which have been
made to education in the Franklin School District by
Mr. Guzniczak. Please feel free to contact me should
you have any followup questions as to the matters
addressed in this letter.
Mark L. Olson
$ = $ = $ = $ = $ = $ = $ = $ = $ = $ = $ = $ = $ = $
11 lawyers, Slicker, Vasques, Gill, and Mihlbauer with
five Guzniczaks wrote similar BUNCOMBE for felon Harry.
ZERO STUDENTS OR TEACHERS. NOT EVEN ONE. ZILCH. NADA.
He affected untold thousands of teachers and students.
HOW WONDERFUL WAS HARRY? "COMPLETE RESTITUTION"? Sure.
Translation: "Thank God For Statute of Limitations!"
Note the convoluted logic wherein several hundred
counts of theft become "a" mistake justifying supposed
"public service" which has turned out to be secret
service for Guzniczak's old MATC cronies.
Olson, formerly at defunct Mulcahy/Wherry with John
Maloney et al, remains a key beneficiary of Harry's
Franklin and MATC largess. Feel free to call Mark.
Mark L. Olson
DAVIS & KUELTHAU Voice: 608-225-1445
111 W Kilbourn Fax: 608-276-9369
Milwaukee 53202
MARK'S COUNTRY ESTATE:
Mark L. Olson, Esquire Voice: 608-241-8434
9744 N Lamplighter Ln,
Mequon 53092
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$ FRIENDSHIP AND LOYALTY mean
$ something to Mark L. Olson:
$
$ 9:46 FRIDAY 1 OCTOBER 1993
$
$ A/P M-91-86 ARBITRATION
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$ VOLUME XIX OFFICIAL RECORD
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$ Page 25 Lines 2-7 OLSON:
$
$ "One more point, I will
$ state for the record and
$ then get away from it,
$ I do not apologize to
$ Mr. Steinke for writing a
$ letter on behalf of
$ Mr. Guzniczak at a time he
$ was in need of assistance.
$
$ LOYALTY AND FRIENDSHIP
$ MEAN SOMETHING TO ME,
$ whether they do to
$ you or not."
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