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Local Government Education Webinars

Our webinars provide timely, expert guidance to help local government officials keep current on the topics and practices which affect their communities

Upcoming Webinars

  • Year in the Life of a Clerk: 2026 Dates Forthcoming
    Do you wonder if you are missing deadlines and duties? This webinar will provide you with a monthly checklist of all your required clerk duties. If you are a newer clerk, attending this webinar will help you to meet your required duties, and complete and submit the required forms or information.
  • Alcohol & Beverage Licensing Webinars: April 2026, Dates Forthcoming
    While implementation of 2023 Wisconsin Act 73 is now in full swing, local units of government are adjusting to the new regulations.  The Alcohol & Beverage Licensing program will help local government officials & staff navigate these changes and better understand their duties related to the issuance and administration of alcohol and beverage licenses in their communities. Please join UW Madison’s Division of Extension Local Government Education Program, in partnership with the Wisconsin Towns Association, the League of Wisconsin Municipalities, and the Division of Alcoholic Beverages (WDOR), as we review discuss these regulatory changes. Registrants will receive a recording of the program.
  • Completing Form C/CT Workshop: 2026 Dates Forthcoming
    The workshop will guide you through the steps to complete the Wisconsin Department of Revenue’s Form C/CT, which municipal clerks must file. Whether you’re a seasoned finance professional or a newcomer, learn how to complete this essential form. The presenters will guide you through each section, assisting your municipality in meeting its reporting obligation. The presentation will walk through Form C/CT, Sections A through W, and the signature statement and form submission.

Presented by Daniel Foth, JD Local Government Specialist, and Melissa Kono, Professor and Clerk Specialist at the Local Government Education Program, UW-Madison Extension. For questions, please contact: daniel.foth@wisc.edu or Melissa.kono@wisc.edu.

Previous Webinars

  • Running for Elected Office (free!) The How to Run for Office series covers information potential candidates will find helpful including the forms needed to run, circulating nomination papers or being nominated through the Caucus process, and the financial forms required for non-partisan candidates. Find the Running for Office Zoom Recording and Powerpoint slides here.
  • Are You Prepared? Effectively Navigating Emergency Management Services Webinar ($20)
    Effective emergency management is crucial for safeguarding lives, property, and communities in today’s unpredictable world. Our webinar, Effectively Navigating Emergency Management Services, is designed for Local Government elected leaders, administrative staff, EMS professionals, and other municipal staff. Discover the latest strategies and tools for establishing an effective EMS service through risk assessment, funding, working with other local governments, resource management, and communications.

Questions?

Contact Local Government Education at lgc@extension.wisc.edu or (608) 262-9961.