Schools & libraries in Wisconsin local government
What Wisconsin city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about schools & libraries — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
1,641 Wisconsin meetings since 2024 covered schools & libraries. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Wisconsin with the most schools & libraries activity
- Madison Metropolitan School District, WI (133)
- Green Bay Area Public School District, WI (119)
- Janesville School District, WI (79)
- La Crosse, WI (68)
- Portage County, WI (62)
- Sun Prairie, WI (61)
- Winnebago County, WI (53)
- New Glarus, WI (50)
- Eau Claire Area School District, WI (48)
- Ozaukee County, WI (48)
- Madison, WI (46)
- Appleton, WI (46)
Latest matching meetings
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.
Committee will discuss library facility needs and HVAC maintenance proposal
The Library Facilities Committee will meet remotely on July 24, 2026. The agenda includes approval of the June 26, 2026 meeting minutes, and discussion of the library’s current facility needs. The committee will also consider a proposal for preventive maintenance of the HVAC system. No decisions are recorded in this…
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.
Public hearing to gather input on renaming Lindbergh Elementary School
The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education is holding a public hearing to receive community input on renaming Lindbergh Elementary School. The hearing includes procedures for both written statements (submitted online July 10–13) and oral statements (up to 3 minutes each). No decisions are being made…
Board holds public hearing on renaming Elvehjem Elementary School
The Madison Metropolitan School District Board will hold a virtual public hearing on July 16, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. to collect community input on renaming Elvehjem Elementary School. Residents may submit written statements online from noon on July 10 to 3 p.m. on July 13, and can register to speak up to three minutes each…
Committee will allocate 2026 Community Development Block Grant funds to Youth Council
The Community & Economic Development Committee will consider six resolutions. These include allocating 2026 Community Development Block Grant funds to the City of Milwaukee Youth Council, approving a $2,500 expenditure for the Beet Street Fall Festival, and appropriating $2,279.44 for Bronzeville Week. Additional…
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.
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.
Committee will finalize the list of name options for the public hearing.
The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee for Renaming Chavez Elementary School will approve minutes from July 15, 2026, discuss the ongoing scoring of name proposals, and finalize the list of options to be presented at a public hearing. The meeting also includes procedures for public written and oral input. No final renaming…
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 will discuss and possibly act on the library's future strategic plan
The Sun Prairie Library Strategic Planning Committee will meet on July 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM (remote) to approve the April 15, 2026 minutes, hear citizen comments, and address any unfinished business. The primary new business item is consideration, discussion, and possible action on a future strategic plan for the Sun…
Library Board discusses capital campaign updates and approves minutes
The Mukwonago Library Board of Trustees Ad Hoc Capital Campaign Committee will approve the June 24, 2026 meeting minutes and discuss updates on the library’s capital campaign. No other actions are scheduled for this meeting. The next meeting is set for August 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM.
Village Board to discuss Development Agreement with West Bend School District
The Jackson Village Board will hold a closed session to discuss a development agreement with the West Bend School District and to receive information about candidates for the Village Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer positions. After the closed session, the board may reconvene in open session to take possible action…
Library Board will elect officers for the upcoming term
The Monona Public Library Board will approve the June meeting minutes and the consent agenda that includes bill payments and financial reports. Board members will discuss the HVAC project scheduled for September through December, the capital budget, and the summer reading program. An officer election will be held as…
Library Finance Committee to review 2026 Q2 report and 2027 budget planning
The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees Finance Committee will meet to review financial information. The session focuses on quarterly reports and future budget and fund planning.
Library Finance Committee discusses audit results and budget amendments
The Mukwonago Library Finance Committee will discuss the 2025 Village audit results and consider possible actions. Members will review a proposed 2026 mid-year budget amendment to address an OPEB payout for retirement. The committee will also begin preliminary planning for the 2027 library budget.
Finance Committee to consider home loan and budget amendments
The Finance and Personnel Committee will review a home improvement loan request and several budget amendments for park and school facilities. The body will also review the city's financial report and accounts payable.
Council to consider development agreement, park budget changes, and licensing matters
The Monona City Council will discuss a development agreement with Galway Companies for a mixed‑use project near West Broadway and WPS Drive, and will vote on capital‑budget amendments for improvements to Ahuska Park baseball field and repairs to the Dream Park shelter. Additional items include a resolution to approve…
Village Board to approve liquor licenses and library agreement
The Village Board will consider approving short-term rental licenses, a community library operating agreement, and temporary alcohol permits for a car show. The board will also review bids for street resurfacing and sewer improvements.
Board will approve $11,131.65 in accounts payable and confirm upcoming event dates
The Elm Grove Library Board will review and act on the minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting, hear public comments, and confirm three future Village Hall dates (August 17, September 21, and October 19, 2026). The board will also approve accounts payable totaling $11,131.65, including $8,330.90 for O.B. and $2,658.10…
Board will approve $9.0 million in bills and $5.5 million payroll for May 2026
The Eau Claire School Board Work Session will adopt a consent agenda that includes payment of $9,011,284.19 in bills and $5,536,578.13 in payroll for May 2026, and will approve $114,520.67 in gifts received. The board will also adopt the Wisconsin Model Academic Standards for the upcoming school year and review…
Committee will discuss permanent display and loan agreement for Grutzmacher Collection
The Library Grutzmacher Collection Committee will discuss design options for a permanent display of the collection. It will also review the annual committee directives, consider continuing the loan agreement with the Mukwonago Historical and Museum Society, and receive updates on the collection, including NAGPRA…
Commission to review traffic studies and school signage
The Traffic, Bicycle, and Pedestrian Commission will consider requests for traffic studies and control measures at several locations. The body will also discuss signage for the new Bart Starr Elementary School and receive police reports on traffic safety and crashes.
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…
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.
Committee will consider the Winnebago County Scholarship and its jurisdiction
The UW Education, Extension & Agriculture Committee will hold its regular meeting on July 16, 2026. Members will receive reports on safety, the county fair association, extension programs, facility updates, and budget matters. The committee will consider two business items: the Winnebago County Scholarship and the…
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.
Sawyer County Board to consider three zoning map amendments
The Sawyer County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and consider three proposed zoning map amendments. The agenda includes reports from various committees and a public comment period.
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…
Library Board to review appeals regarding library privileges
The Library Board will meet to conduct elections for board officers and review financial reports for April and May. The board will also consider appeals regarding the library privileges of two individuals and discuss several open board and committee positions.
Library Personnel Committee to review job descriptions and Director evaluation
The Library Personnel Committee will discuss and potentially act on updates to librarian job descriptions and the Director's annual performance evaluation process. The committee will also hear a presentation regarding the Village S.P.A.R.K. Committee.
Board will vote on the Winnefox Automated Library Services (WALS) agreement.
The Neenah Public Library Board will approve the minutes from the June 17, 2026 meeting. It will approve the July bills presented for consideration. The board will discuss the 2027 budget process and consider the Winnefox Automated Library Services (WALS) agreement. A trustee training week will also be addressed.
Board will review updates on energy audit projects
The Monarch Library System Board of Trustees will approve the consent agenda, including minutes from the June 17, 2026 meeting. They will receive financial reports for June 2026, covering revenue, expenses, the balance sheet, and accounts payable. Unfinished business includes an update on energy audit projects, and…
Committee continues scoring potential names to replace Chavez Elementary
The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee will review scores for Batch #1 (names 1-35) and continue scoring Batch #2 of potential new names for Chavez Elementary School. The meeting also includes public input via written statements and oral registrations, and approval of minutes from July 1, 2026. No final decision is scheduled…
Committee reviews scoring, finalizes list for Lindbergh Elementary renaming hearing
The Citizens' Ad Hoc Committee for Renaming Lindbergh Elementary School will review scoring of potential names and finalize a list to be presented at a public hearing. Public input is accepted through written statements and oral registrations. The committee will also vote on approving the minutes from July 1, 2026.
Library Board discusses building planning and expenditures
The Board will review the Director's report and library expenditures. The meeting includes a building planning update under new business.
Urban Design Commission reviews building alterations and school projects
The Urban Design Commission will consider several design reviews, including signage and exterior alterations. The meeting also includes requests for final approval on public buildings for MMSD Sennett Middle School and Cherokee Middle School.
Finance Committee to approve labor agreements and road project reports
The Wausau Finance Committee will review the April 2026 General Fund financial report and consider approving a new Human Resources Coordinator position. The committee will also vote on a labor agreement with the Local 1168 transit union and a firefighter apprenticeship program with Northcentral Technical College…
Board will discuss elections and consider a programming presenter contract
The Delafield Public Library Board will discuss upcoming library board elections and may take action on a contract for a programming presenter. Additional agenda items include reports from the Bridges Library System, the Friends of the Library, and the fiduciary report. The meeting will also set the date for the next…
Board will discuss the 2027 library budget and solar panel pricing
The Cedarburg Library Board will approve the June 9, 2026 meeting minutes and review its financial statements. It will hear the Director's and School reports. New business includes discussion and possible action on the 2027 library budget and on solar panel pricing for the library.