Report provides detailed look at school district performance and finances in southeast Wisconsin
The report notes that 2016-17 marks a year of relative stability when it comes to assessing district and school performance.
Dec 22nd, 2017
Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance and Public Policy Forum Unveil New Name Merged Organization Will Be Wisconsin Policy Forum
The two organizations will officially merge on January 1.
Dec 21st, 2017
Metro Milwaukee’s teacher workforce shows increased stability
But departing teachers are increasingly younger and newer to the profession
Dec 1st, 2017
Public Policy Forum and Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance to Merge
Researchers at the new group will continue to focus on issues important to state government, local government, schools, Metro Milwaukee, and Wisconsin’s economy.
Nov 1st, 2017
2018 budget is a watershed for the City of Milwaukee
According to the report, the proposed cuts in public safety reflect the severity of the City’s financial challenges for 2018.
Oct 16th, 2017
County leaders have limited options to address 2018 budget shortfall
The proposed increase in the VRF – from $30 to $60 – would generate an additional $14.6 million in 2018, which would be used mainly to preserve existing levels of transit service.
Oct 13th, 2017
Report Explores Metro Milwaukee’s Changing School Leader Workforce
An analysis of public school leaders in Greater Milwaukee
Oct 30th, 2015
Relatively calm County budget exemplifies signs of fiscal progress
But two key measures to resolve budget gap could impede march toward sustainability
Oct 15th, 2015
Proposed city budget uses health care savings to maintain service levels and minimize taxpayer impacts
But revenue challenges continue to threaten long-term outlook
Oct 14th, 2015
2013 budget reflects improved Milwaukee County finances
Report cites continued steps toward financial stability but warns of big hurdles remaining.
Oct 11th, 2012
