Gov. Walker: Appoints Ellen Nowak as Public Service Commissioner

Contact: Cullen Werwie, 608-267-7303

Madison – Governor Scott Walker named Ellen Nowak as one of three Public Service Commissioners today, joining Chairman Phil Montgomery and Commissioner Eric Callisto on the Public Service Commission (PSC).

“Ellen’s experience and unique skill set will be a great addition to the Public Service Commission,” Governor Walker said. “An important role of the Public Service Commission is to ensure fairness and responsibility when it comes to utility costs and quality for Wisconsin consumers, and I know that Ellen will fulfill her duties with zeal.”

Waukesha County Executive Dan Vrakas said that “Ellen Nowak has served the citizens of Waukesha County with integrity and dedication. Governor Walker has chosen wisely and Ellen will be an outstanding member of the Public Service Commission.”

Ellen Nowak comes to the PSC after serving as chief of staff to Waukesha County Executive Dan Vrakas. Prior to her service in Waukesha, Ellen was legal counsel to the Speaker’s office in the Wisconsin State Assembly from 2002-2006 and promoted to chief of staff in 2006. Ms. Nowak received her Juris Doctor from Marquette University Law School and her Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

“I thank Governor Walker for the opportunity to serve my fellow Wisconsinites on the Public Service Commission,” Ellen Nowak said. “I look forward to the important work ahead of us and serving with Chairman Montgomery and Commissioner Callisto.”