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Paul Schecklman: “Eau Claire has been making [zoning] changes, and I think…”

Featuring: Paul Schecklman, Republican Party | Candidate, U.S. House Wisconsin, District 7

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Published August 21, 2025 | Video Starts at 36:56

Yeah. I encourage everybody to check out, you know, shout out to Annette. But great report, great article in McIver about some of the changes that Eau Claire has been making [zoning] changes, and I think they're really going to reap the benefits of it. Adam, I don't want to know your thoughts on zoning right now. Actually, I do. Yes, 100%. Please, Adam, put that in. (36:56–37:01)

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