Personnel & appointments in Wisconsin local government
What Wisconsin city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about personnel & appointments — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
2,588 Wisconsin meetings since 2024 covered personnel & appointments. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Wisconsin with the most personnel & appointments activity
- Milwaukee, WI (232)
- Madison, WI (120)
- Rock County, WI (118)
- Dane, WI (111)
- La Crosse, WI (89)
- Portage County, WI (88)
- Mayville, WI (68)
- Stevens Point, WI (62)
- Winnebago County, WI (60)
- Chippewa Falls, WI (55)
- Manitowoc, WI (51)
- Cedarburg, WI (48)
Latest matching meetings
Police and Fire Commission members attend fire department recognition event
The commission is attending a celebration for special recognition and promotions within the Madison Fire Department. A quorum of the commission may be present at this event.
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.
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.
Police & Fire Commission to consider firefighter and battalion chief appointments
The Police & Fire Commission will meet to discuss the creation of a firefighter eligibility list. The body will also consider and potentially act on appointments for firefighter and battalion chief positions.
Committee will consider several grant funding resolutions and public safety ordinances.
The Public Safety and Health Committee will review ordinances on parking controls, traffic controls, illegal dumping penalties, short‑term rentals, and penalties for sales of alcohol, tobacco, and cannabinoid products to minors. It will consider the mayoral appointment of Jordan Morales to the Board of Fire and Police…
Fire Commission will consider ratifying fire department appointments
The commission will approve the March 12, 2026 meeting minutes. It will hold a closed session to discuss part‑time employment, promotion, compensation, or performance data for prospective fire department members. After the closed session, the commission will reconvene in open session to ratify the recommended…
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…
Commission to discuss trail coordinator position and lease agreements
The Tri-County Trail Commission will discuss the creation of a part-time Trail Coordinator position with shared funding from Green, Lafayette, and Iowa counties. The body will also consider lease agreements for the Lane Lumber Building at 247 Wells St. in Darlington.
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.
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.
Police Department Facility Options Study presented to HRPS Committee
The Human Resources and Public Safety Committee will consider a presentation on police department facility options and a year‑to‑date review of the 2026 health insurance experience. The committee will also review two Common Council items: a resolution to approve the 2027 dental insurance program and amendments to the…
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…
Board will vote to hold a closed session on the Library Director’s performance evaluation
The Library Board will approve the June 24, 2026 meeting minutes and then vote on a motion to convene a closed session to discuss the Library Director’s performance evaluation. New business includes a recommendation to revoke a patron’s privileges, a request to post signs that the library grounds are closed nightly…
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 and Community Development departments. The body will also review mid-year budget reports for Human Resources and Information Technology.
Public Works Committee to discuss sewage plant update and waste control revision
The Antigo Public Works Committee will first approve the minutes from its May 27, 2026 meeting. It will then hear an update on the city’s sewage treatment plant, a request from Alderperson Edwards. The committee will consider a revision to Section 42-167 that governs industrial wastes directed to public sewers. A…
Board to consider Greenfields roadway and waterline replacement agreement
The Board of Trustees will discuss an OPWC agreement for the Greenfields roadway and waterline replacement and a resolution regarding public nuisances. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering various infrastructure projects and personnel actions.
Police and Fire Commission to discuss promotions and new officer candidates
The Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss a citizen complaint procedural issue. The body may also enter closed session to consider a Patrol Lieutenant promotion and conduct interviews for police officer candidates.
Committee will consider staff pay scale changes and several alcohol license applications
The Personnel & License Committee will discuss moving the Recreation Program Coordinator and Senior Center Administrative Assistant positions onto the administrative pay scale and aligning benefits. It will review proposed revisions to the sick‑leave, tobacco‑free workplace, and safety‑shoe reimbursement policies. The…
Board will vote to permanently exempt six part‑time Auxiliary Executive Administrative Assistant positions
The Board of City Service Commissioners will approve the July 7, 2026 meeting minutes, classification reports and probationary reports. It will consider several temporary appointment extensions for staff in the Department of Compliance and Engagement and the Department of Public Works. The meeting also includes a…
Council confirms building director and approves public works contracts
The Madison Common Council will confirm the appointment of a new Building Inspection Division Director and consider multiple public works projects, including road repairs and a zoning change.
Council to receive presentation on 2027 employee health insurance plan
The Common Council will attend an informational presentation on the City of La Crosse’s 2027 employee health insurance plan. The meeting is scheduled for 2:30 PM on July 21, 2026 in the Council Chambers at City Hall. No decisions are listed; the purpose is to gather information for future decision‑making.
Deferred Compensation Committee to review emergency withdrawal requests
The committee will conduct its annual discussion on the Elected and Appointed Official Code of Ethical Conduct. The body may enter a closed session to consider two specific emergency withdrawal requests.
County Board to consider $60.3 million in promissory notes
The Portage County Board will vote on the sale of general obligation promissory notes and 2026 budget amendments. The board is also considering several zoning map amendments and an increase to the marriage license fee.
Village Board to consider creating Human Resources & Payroll Specialist position
The Village Board will discuss the creation of a Human Resources & Payroll Specialist position and conduct mid-year department head reviews. The board may also discuss negotiation strategies for a Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the Outagamie County Sheriff's Office in a closed session.
City Council to approve $3.2M in debt and construction contracts
The Menasha Common Council will vote on a resolution to issue $3.2 million in general obligation notes and approve construction contracts and payments. The meeting includes a public hearing and a consent agenda.
Personnel Committee will discuss hiring processes for City Clerk and City Attorney
The Personnel Committee meeting is set for July 20, 2026 at 5:45 PM in the First Floor Conference Rooms, 100 Main Street, Menasha. The committee will approve minutes from its June 15, 2026 meeting and then discuss the recruitment and hiring processes for the City Clerk and City Attorney positions. No formal actions…
Committee to approve wage adjustments for police and fire staff
The Human Resources Committee will consider approving updated personnel policies and wage adjustments for police sergeants and fire battalion chiefs. The meeting will also address a permanent seasonal finance intern position and discuss council compensation.
Committee to discuss 2027 health plan design and premium shares
The Employee Health Insurance Advisory Committee will meet to discuss health insurance planning. The agenda includes reviews of M3 Compensation and a draft report for County Board staff.
Utility Commission to consider water rate case application
The Reedsburg Utility Commission will meet to review departmental updates and financial reports. The body will consider submitting an application for a Conventional Water Rate Case and associated expenses.
Library Board to review 2027 operating budget and staff job descriptions
The Muskego Library Board will approve the June 16, 2026 meeting minutes and review June 2026 financials. The board will discuss and possibly act on the Part‑Time Children’s Assistant and Full‑Time Circulation Supervisor job descriptions. A second reading of the 2027 operating budget and the allowable costs worksheet…
Committee may vote to enter closed session to discuss finance director recruitment
The Finance & Insurance Committee will meet on July 17, 2026. It may consider a motion to go into a closed session under Wis. Stat §19.85(1)(c) to review employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data related to recruiting a finance director. After any closed session, the committee will return to…
Library Board to review staff positions and renovation budget
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review full-time position descriptions and the budget for a renovation project. The board will also discuss the designation of the Frances J. "Bunny" Schmidt Bequest and donor data in a potential closed session.
Personnel & Finance Committee to consider VOIP provider and June payments
The committee will vote to approve an alternative VOIP service provider. It will also review and approve the June payables. The meeting includes a public appearance segment limited to three minutes per individual and will set the date for the next meeting.
Police & Fire Commission to review personnel changes and hiring process
The Police & Fire Commission will discuss membership applications and potential terminations of personnel. The body will also review the Police Department hiring process and the annual Ethics Code certification.
Personnel Committee will discuss updates to parental leave and training policies
The Winnefox Library System Personnel Committee will meet virtually on July 16, 2026. The committee will discuss proposed updates to personnel policies, including changes to parental leave and the elimination of the training period. No other items are on the agenda.
Committee on Personnel to review health plan premiums and staff positions
The Committee on Personnel will consider requests for new staffing positions and pay adjustments for parks crew leaders. The body will also discuss amendments to employee health and dental plan premiums and prescription drug co-pays to align with the 2026 budget.
Committee considers four appointments to aging and disability boards
The Committee on Health Equity, Human Needs and Strategic Planning will review four appointments to county boards. The meeting also includes informational reports from the Zoological Department, the Office of the Sheriff, and the Office of Equity.
Board will consider approving a Bookmobile and Outreach Librarian position
The Racine Library Board will first approve the minutes from the April 30th, 2026 Finance and Personnel Committee meeting. It will then discuss and consider approval of a Bookmobile and Outreach Librarian position as outlined in agenda item 0644-26. The board will also confirm the date for the next meeting before…
Commission to consider demotions of emergency communications managers
The Fire and Police Commission will meet in closed session to discuss litigation strategy, then consider two resolutions to demote Emergency Communications Managers within the Department of Emergency Communications on probation. The meeting includes a communication from the City Attorney's Office regarding litigation…
Commission to consider classification study for new police and communications positions
The Fire and Police Commission will elect its Chair and Vice‑Chair and then consider a series of personnel actions, including appointments, promotions, and re‑exemptions across the fire, police, and emergency communications departments. It will also review a classification study for new and changed positions in the…