County Officials Workshops in Wisconsin

Learn about County Officials’ Roles & Responsibilities from Expert Educators

Offered in-person at locations throughout the Wisconsin as well as virtually, County Officials Workshops are a unique opportunity for both newly elected county government officials and veterans of the county board to learn from experienced educators about best practices and avoiding the pitfalls of governance. With turnover on county boards averaging about 20% each election cycle, board members need opportunities to learn more about their roles and responsibilities.

Spring 2026 Sessions: In Person or Virtual Options

Following the spring elections in even numbered years, UW-Extension’s Local Government Center and the Wisconsin Counties Association co-sponsor day-long workshops to orient both new and continuing county officials in locations throughout Wisconsin.

In-person sessions are held from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

• May 11: Dodgeville
• May 13: Beaver Dam
• May 14: Stevens Point
• May 15: Green Bay
• May 20: Eau Claire
• May 21: Hayward
• May 22: Rhinelander
• Virtual (Attend All Three Sessions)
  • June 1, 2026: 8:30 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.(Sessions 1, 2 & 7)
  • June 8, 2026: 8:30 a.m. – 10:55 a.m.(Sessions 3, 4 & 5)
  • June 15, 2026: 8:30 a.m. – 10:35 a.m.(Sessions 6 & 8)

Workshop Topics

Join the County Officials Workshop to learn about topics including: 

• Roles & Responsibilities
• Budgeting
• Open Meetings Law
• Public Records Law
• Ethics & Conflicts of Interest
• Running Effective Meetings
• Agendas & Minutes