Testimonials

"Judy's assistance in providing factual information on pertinent topics in a timely fashion has meant a great deal to me over the years."
Former Lt. Governor Connie Binsfeld

"I have worked in the Legislature for 25 years as a Representative and, currently, as a Senator and have known Judy all these years.  I have worked with her on many issues, particularly on transportation issues when I was the former Chairman of the House Transportation Committee.  Judy has always been informed, giving me reliable information.  She is exceedingly professional in her role and has always represented her clients with passion and commitment.
Senator Burton Leland

"I have known, and worked with Judy for many years.  She is dedicated and compassionate about her work and the clients she represents."
Senator Laura M. Toy

Judy Augenstein goes the extra mile in providing information to me regarding forestry issues.  She has a wealth of knowledge and a wide range of contact, and, in addition, she returns phone calls quickly.  She works very hard for the industry.
Senator Gerald VanWoerkom

"Judy is very focused and tenacious; she cannot and will not be ignored.
Representative Stephen Adamini

"I really want to compliment you on the wonderful job you are doing for the loggers.  I hope they realize what an asset you are for them."
Representative Fran Amos

"Judy's knowledge of the legislative process is truly impressive.  Through the depth of her skill, hard work, and dedication, Judy offers clients services of an exceptionally high quality.  Working with Judy on many issues has left me nothing less than extremely impressed with the effectiveness of her advocacy." 
Representative Rich Brown

"Judy Augenstein reflects honesty and integrity at its greatest depth.  Her efforts are unsurpassed regarding timeliness, accuracy and accessibility.  She represents her clients with dignity and professionalism.  The passion she has for what she does is effortless.  If you need to know something, you really need to talk to Judy."
Representative John J. Gleason

"Judy's not only a great person, but trustworthy and informative."
Representative John Stahl

"Working with Judy on legislative issues, I have appreciated her knowledge of the facts, her frank approach and her persistent style in pushing legislation forward."
Representative Barb Vander Veen

"Judy does her homework.  She has established a good working relationship with the legislators, gets to know those in leadership positions who can influence political and economic concessions for our timber industry, and she maintains a high level of credibility with loggers and legislators, alike.  I guess the best way to sum it up is we've not been unsuccessful on any legislative issues since we began working with Judy in 1979."
Peter Grieves, retired Executive Director, Michigan Association of Timbermen

"The most significant  economic development activity in the central U.P. was the location of a $42 million maximum security prison through the direct lobby efforts of Judy Augenstein.  She was instrumental in bringing the right people together at the right time through her lobby efforts.  Without her expertise the project would have failed."
Jack Krueger, former EDC Director, Alger County

Judy keeps the Michigan Bingo and Charitable Gaming Association informed of the constant changing laws and regulations impacting our industry.  She is a knowledgeable, well respected and an effective legislative consultant."
Jim Bouman, President, Michigan Bingo and Charitable Gaming Association

"It is with great pleasure that I write on behalf of my professional association’s experience with Judy Augenstein, our legislative consultant in Lansing. The Michigan Septic Tank Association (MSTA) has become more than just another professional group in our state capital thanks to Judy. Her professionalism and credibility with legislators, as well as other government and private groups has had a great impact on the regulations that affect our industry.  Only representing our association for a few years, and in the part time capacity, Judy still put our interests in the right places and helped us to communicate with many of the right people in Lansing. She made sure MSTA was at the table during crucial negotiations with the Department of Environmental Quality and other special interest groups during the revision of the part 117 rules that regulate our industry. She was a key player in “navigating the ship” on course during the writing of this legislation which became law in October 2004. Judy continues to monitor legislation that may influence our industry. In my opinion, Judy Augenstein is a fantastic professional consultant for the Michigan Septic Tank Association."
Mark N. Scott, Treasurer, Michigan Septic Tank Association

Mindy Koch, Chief, Forest, Minerals & Fire Division, DHR presenting Judy Augenstein, Lobbyist with DNR 100 year commemorative plaque for her work efforts.  The award was presented at the September '03 Lake States Lumber Association Logging Congress.

Notes

Dear Judy:

I just wanted to congratulate you on your recent award from   Mindy Koch, Chief of the Forest, Mineral, and Fire Division in the Michigan DNR.  And, it was so appropriate she did the presentation at the LSLA Logging Congress breakfast in Escanaba, among our Michigan Legislators, all of us Lake States members, and guests.  We've always known what a great job you do as our LSLA Lobbyist, but I think it's exceptional the DNR has recognized you for your efforts.  One of the things Mindy mentioned is how you've kept an open line of communication between the forest products industry and the DNR and we could not achieve this without you!  I heard Gunnar, our Wisconsin Lobbyist, and Gene Francisco, the now retired Wisconsin Chief State Forester, said they've never heard of this type of recognition for a lobbyists and they were impressed!  Thank you for the great job you've done for us Judy, and we are confident you will continue. Congratulations again!

Diane M. Beauchamp, Director of the Board of the Lakes States Lumber Association