Local Government News
A Community Approach to School Finance
The Elkhorn Area School District is facing a significant budget deficit, with a projected $8.7 million shortfall by the 2027-28 school year. To address this issue, the district formed the Financial Stability Ad Hoc Advisory Committee, which included various stakeholders such as district staff, parents, School Board representatives, and community members.Committee members delved into the school district's budget and financial needs, learning about the sources of funding, expenditures, and the history of school finance in Wisconsin. As highlighted by a committee member,...
The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Jefferson County in 2021
Farms throughout cities in Jefferson County received $8 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.