Politics & Government

Ed Baumann, Republican Candidate for 98th Assembly District

Pewaukee police chief is one of five candidates running in special primary election on Feb. 19.

Name: Ed Baumann

Address: 1010 N. Shore Drive, Pewaukee

Age: 60

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Occupation: Village of Pewaukee police chief

Family: Fiancee, Betty; three sons 

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How long have you lived in district? 21 years

Have you held political office? No

Related experience: 

  • WI State High School Football Hall of Fame, 2011
  • WI Homicide Investigator Meritorious Service Award, 2011
  • Lifetime Service Award, International Assoc. of Chiefs of Police, 2000
  • Wisconsin Downtown Action Council’s “Volunteer of the Year”, 1997
  • Pewaukee Person of the Year, 1997
  • Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department Commendation for my work in the Drug Unit, 1993
  • U.S. Department of Justice Public Service Award for “The War Against Drugs,” 1990
  • Outstanding Law Enforcement Professional of America, 1988
  • Campaign Chairperson for United Way, 1987
  • Employer Service Award from WCTC-Co-operative Education Division, 1985


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