Jerry Deschane
Jerry Deschane, executive director of the League of Wisconsin Municipalities.
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Pandemic Imperiling Local Government Budgets
Local governments need additional federal aid to get through next year.
Jul 31st, 2020 by Brady CarlsonLocal Governments Face Huge Revenue Losses
Continuing COVID-19 losses could force employee furloughs, major service cuts.
Jun 8th, 2020 by Steven WaltersDecember 6 deadline for $75 million local government transportation grants
The $75 million program will pay up to 90 percent of total eligible costs for a range of transportation projects.
Nov 20th, 2019 by Wisconsin Department of TransportationWisDOT announces criteria for $75 million local government grant program
“The objective of this program is to provide local officials the flexibility and funding they need to address the transportation projects that are most needed in their communities,” Governor Tony Evers said.
Sep 5th, 2019 by Wisconsin Department of TransportationState Home Construction Lags Behind Economy
Study says new home construction trails rate of inflation, stalling growth in property taxes.
Sep 5th, 2019 by Shamane MillsCan Any ”Dark Store” Reform Get Passed?
Evers wants full reform but big lobbying groups oppose it. Lawmakers seek compromise.
Apr 22nd, 2019 by Steven WaltersCan We Build Smarter Cities?
Experts discuss how the “smart city” movement could change cities in Wisconsin.
Mar 8th, 2019 by Dave FidlinGovernor Evers Announces Transportation Stakeholder Task Force
Together, this group will discuss the state’s critical transportation issues and seek solutions to these challenges.
Jan 30th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversClash Over Assessments, Property Tax Brewing
“Dark store” loophole, levy limits and revenue options are looming issues at the Capitol.
Sep 10th, 2018 by Steven WaltersClose Dark Store Loophole, Campaign Urges
County, municipal representatives say loophole shifts property taxes from big box stores to homeowners.
Aug 30th, 2018 by Danielle KaedingGrowing Concern Over Dark Store Loophole
Shift of property taxes from retail stores to homeowners worries many Republicans.
Apr 23rd, 2018 by Steven WaltersWill Court Ruling Help Rich Homeowners?
Supreme says homeowners can refuse home inspection with no penalty.
Jul 17th, 2017 by Steven Walters