We teach, learn, lead and serve, connecting local governments with the University of Wisconsin, and engaging with them in transforming lives and communities.
Workshops & Programs
2025 Town Law Conference
October 31 | Virtual
Join municipal officials, attorneys, and town leaders from across Wisconsin for a full day of expert-led sessions on the most pressing legal topics facing towns today. Whether you’re navigating zoning laws, public records, or room tax regulations, this conference offers practical insights and legal guidance tailored to local government needs.
Education & Resources for Wisconsin Clerks
Our workshops and webinars support clerks to navigate a wide breadth of responsibilities, covering everything from election administration and running effective meetings to human resources management and financial reporting.
Certified Public Manager Program
Now Accepting Applications
A nationally accredited management development program prepares managers in federal, state, and local government and in tribal and nonprofit organizations for the challenges and unique demands of the public management profession.
2025 Board of Review Training
We provide Wisconsin Department of Revenue approved training. Learn about the 2025 requirements.
Webinars and Recordings
Reports & Resources
Civil Leadership for Vibrant Communities
Polarization is increasingly impacting Extension’s work in communities. Extension has untapped potential to address division and lack of civility by building civic infrastructure and skills for constructive dialogue.
EMS Model Agreement
The Local Government Education Program at U.W.-Madison Division of Extension teamed up with the U.W.-Madison Wisconsin Office for Rural Health to prepare a Model EMS Agreement (Agreement) for use by counties, cities, villages and towns across the state.
Learn More about Local Government
Local government is the government of cities, villages, towns, and counties.
