Budget & taxes in Wisconsin local government
What Wisconsin city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about budget & taxes — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
6,153 Wisconsin meetings since 2024 covered budget & taxes. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Wisconsin with the most budget & taxes activity
- Rock County, WI (384)
- Madison, WI (294)
- Dane, WI (284)
- Portage County, WI (264)
- Winnebago County, WI (245)
- Milwaukee, WI (226)
- La Crosse, WI (189)
- Appleton, WI (167)
- Lincoln County, WI (149)
- Ozaukee County, WI (143)
- Beaver Dam, WI (116)
- Sun Prairie, WI (112)
Latest matching meetings
Village of Wausaukee to consider adopting the 2026 fee schedule
The Village Board will review the 2026 Village Fee Schedule at its December 1 meeting. The agenda text provides no further details about the schedule or any other items. The meeting appears to be primarily informational with no specific agenda items listed.
Board to review and finalize 2027 operating budget
The La Crosse Board of Estimates will meet to discuss and finalize the 2027 Operating Budget. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and in-person at City Hall.
Board of Estimates to review and finalize the 2027 operating budget
The La Crosse Board of Estimates will meet on October 12, 2026 to discuss, review, and finalize its recommended operating budget for fiscal year 2027. The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the September 1 and September 2, 2026 meetings. The meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at City Hall and…
Board of Estimates to review 2027 Operating Budget
The Board of Estimates will meet to discuss, review, and finalize the recommended 2027 Operating Budget. This budget determines the funding and resource allocation for city operations in the coming year.
Board of Estimates to review and finalize the 2027 operating budget
The La Crosse Board of Estimates will meet on September 1, 2026 to discuss, review, and finalize the recommended operating budget for fiscal year 2027. The meeting is open to the public in person at City Hall and via Zoom. No other agenda items are listed.
Board of Review to examine 2026 assessment roll and consider property tax objections
The Town of Riverview Board of Review will meet on August 20, 2026 to open and review the 2026 assessment roll. The board will verify notices, adopt a policy for sworn telephone and written testimony, and consider waivers of the 48‑hour objection notice requirement. It will also hear any filed objections and certify…
Committee will vote on the 2027‑2031 Capital Improvement Budget
The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider several resolutions, including approval of the 2027‑2031 Capital Improvement Budget. Other items include authorizing a security contract for public places, levying special assessments for non‑compliant sewer lateral reconstruction, and allocating Tax Increment District…
Committee to review organizational changes for Utilities and Community Development
The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will consider requests to change the tables of organization for the Utilities Department and the Community Development department. The body will also review mid-year budget reports and recruitment status.
Shorewood Board of Review to hear 2026 property assessment objections
The Board of Review will examine the assessment roll to correct errors and add or eliminate properties. The board will consider notices of intent to file objections and hear specific objections to 2026 assessments.
Board to review room tax spending for 2027 budget
The Visit Manitowoc Board will discuss and possibly take action on the 2027 Tourism Department budget, including a review of discretionary room tax expenditures. The meeting will be held at City Hall and via Zoom.
Board to approve accounting agreements and personnel policy updates
The Winnefox Library System Board will consider approving new accounting service agreements for 2027-2029 and revisions to the Personnel Policy, including the elimination of training period language and the addition of a Parental Leave Policy. The meeting will also include a presentation on a new website design.
Board of Review to examine assessment roll and certify error corrections
The Board of Review will review the annual assessment report and examine the assessment roll. The body will discuss and act on corrections of error under Wis. Stat. 70.43 and other legally required matters.
Room Tax Commission to vote on tourism grants and leadership
The Wausau Room Tax Commission will elect a chair and vice chair, review prior meeting minutes, and consider tourism grant requests from the Performing Arts Foundation, Wausau Festival of Arts, and the Great Northern Blues Society.
Committee to consider claims and settlements against the city
The Judiciary and Legislation Committee will review and vote on resolutions regarding property damage claims, settlements with private entities, and the cancellation of real estate taxes for specific parcels.
Manitowoc TIF Board to review active districts
The Tax Incremental Financing Joint Review Board will meet to approve minutes and conduct an annual review of active Tax Increment Finance districts. The meeting will be held at City Hall and via Zoom.
Commission will consider approving the 2027 rail transit budget
The Pecatonica Rail Transit Commission meeting will follow standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of notice, agenda, and prior minutes. Commissioners will hold an open public hearing and a closed public hearing on the 2027 budget before voting on its approval. The meeting also…
PRTC to consider 2027 budget and lease changes
The Pecatonica Rail Transit Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2027 budget, review financial reports including a $2,100 SWWRPC fee, and discuss a new lease for a building at 247 Wells St. in Darlington.
Health Department to discuss 2027 budget and bylaws
The Southwest Suburban Health Department will meet to review the 2027 Health Department Budget and Board of Health Bylaws. The body will also discuss facility policies and receive updates on the Senior Center and legislative matters.
Board to approve multiple zoning changes and tax measures
The Oconto County Board will consider a consent agenda that includes several zoning change petitions for towns such as Gillett, Little Suamico, Pensaukee, Spruce, Underhill, Brazeau and others. The meeting also includes an appointment to the Aging Advisory Council and regular agenda items to approve employee handbook…
Land Conservation Committee to consider new fee schedule
The Land Conservation Committee will meet to discuss a proposed fee schedule and review cost-share programs. The body will also review reports on approved contracts and payments for July 2026.
Committee will consider sale of easement at Babcock County Park to Village of McFarland
The Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee will review minutes from its July 9 meeting, approve fund transfers, and consider several referrals. Key items include a resolution to authorize the sale of an easement at Babcock County Park to the Village of McFarland and a resolution to acquire land for…
Board will review finances and approve payment bills
The South Central Library System Board will review the financial statements, present and approve bills for payment, receive committee and director reports, and hear an update on ILS governance from S. Schultz.
Commission to review 2026 transit aid agreement with WisDOT
The Transit Commission will approve minutes from the June 18 meeting and discuss the 2026 Mass Transit Operating Aid Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. The body will also review a mid-year ridership summary.
Finance Committee to consider $7.4 million allocation for opioid settlement projects
The Committee on Finance will review several funding requests, including opioid settlement allocations and housing development funds. The body will also discuss the 2027 operating budget planning process and the 2026 year-end fiscal projection.
Committee reviews data center policies and affordable housing update
The Rock County Planning & Development Committee will discuss several data‑center related resolutions, including authorizing non‑disclosure agreements, limiting staff NDAs, requiring public reports, and establishing an advisory committee. It will also receive an update on the Riverside Development Affordable Housing…
Portage County Transportation Coordinating Committee to elect officers
The committee will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. Members will also review the 2025 Annual Financial Report and first quarter 2026 reports. The Transportation Superintendent will provide updates on fuel prices and driver programs.
Lincoln County Solid Waste Committee to review waste and financial reports
The Solid Waste Committee will meet to review manager's mileage, waste tonnage, leachate, and financial reports. The meeting also includes a review of the manager's report and approval of previous meeting minutes.
Committee to discuss zoning changes and budget review
The Chippewa County Planning & Zoning Committee will meet to approve minutes and a schedule, review flood maps, and discuss two proposed rezone requests in the Town of Wheaton. The body will also review the 2027 Department of Planning & Zoning budgets.
Board to vote on TIF district plans for seven districts, including two new ones
The TIF Review Board will consider resolutions to approve project plan amendments for TID 44, 46, 50, 51, and 54, and to create new TID 56 (Grand Canyon) and TID 57 (Medical Circle) with the use of the half-mile rule. Public comment will be heard before the votes.
Joint Review Board to review TID #4 annual report
The Joint Review Board will meet to select a public member and a board chair. The body will also review the annual report and year-over-year changes for Tax Incremental District (TID) #4.
Phantom Lakes Management District to discuss 2027 budget
The district will meet virtually to review reports on harvesting, fish stocking, and aerators. The body will also discuss dredging, the pierhead line, and the 2027 budget.
Committee to discuss village organizational and functional structure changes
The Finance & Personnel Committee will review the June 2026 financial reports. Members will also consider changes to the village's organizational structure and a revised position description for the Paralegal/Administrative Analyst.
Board of Review to hear property assessment objections
The Board of Review will meet to hear objections regarding property assessments. The body will review specific residential and commercial parcels and may decide to adopt the 2026 Assessment Roll.
Committee approves $6.1M for public improvements and traffic calming
The Public Works Committee will consider resolutions to appropriate funds for public improvement projects, including a $6.1 million construction project and a $470,000 assessable improvement project. The committee will also authorize a cost-sharing agreement for traffic calming on Brady Street and approve easements…
New Glarus Library Board to discuss transfer to Village
The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss a potential transfer to the Village and building project updates. The board will also consider the addition of a student representative.
Price County Veterans Service Commission to update bylaws
The Price County Veterans Service Commission will meet to discuss updates to the County Veterans Service Office and various veteran programs. The commission is considering an update to its bylaws regarding membership.
Library Board to discuss 2027 budget and study room policy
The Germantown Community Library Board will meet to review financial reports and conduct routine business. The board is scheduled to discuss updates to the study room policy and the 2027 budget.
Discussion of the 2027 budget by the Joint Fire & EMS Committee
The Joint Fire & EMS Committee will meet on July 22, 2026 at City Hall in Cedarburg. The committee will approve the July 24, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss and consider possible actions on the 2027 budget. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
Board of Review to hear objections on 2026 assessor values for six city parcels
The Madison Board of Review will discuss objections to the 2026 Board of Assessor’s property values. Six parcels are listed, including 6114 Sandstone Dr, 3244 Dorchester Way, 1313 Ruskin St, 1323 Ruskin St, 2314 Brentwood Pkwy, and 2406 Brentwood Pkwy, with assessed values from $532,600 to $769,200. The agenda also…
Council votes on appointments to historic, architectural, redevelopment, and plan commissions
The Fond du Lac City Council will consider several resolutions, including waivers for open intoxicants at upcoming events and a resolution appointing members to four city commissions. An ordinance will amend the City County Building Board membership. The meeting also includes presentations of the 2027 budgets for the…