Legislative: Let Local Government Work
WTA routinely informs legislators and agency officials at the state and federal levels about the town perspective on proposed legislation and administrative rules impacting town government and town residents. This includes appearances before legislative committees and participation in statewide panels studying local government issues. See the WTA Policy Goals below for general statements on WTA positions on these issues of statewide significance.
CLICK HERE for a copy of Rick Stadelman's latest version of the Legislative Update.
2011-2012 Legislative Agenda
The main WTA legislative priorities are contained in the brief summary above.
CLICK HERE for a more detailed list of WTA priorities potentially affected by the Governor's proposed biennial budget.
On the Wisconsin Legislature's website you can use the "who represents me?" feature to find your local state legislators.
CLICK HERE for a list of all legislators' phone and office numbers in the state capitol building.
WTA Capitol Day Held Last March 30th, 2011
Over 160 town officers visited the capitol in Madison to complete over 70 appointments with legislators and/or legislative staff. Thanks to all of these participants for being the voices of towns in Madison.
WTA Policy Goals
Functional Consolidation: By working together, local governments can improve service quality and efficiency.
Annexation: Annexations should be governed by reasonable standards that promote fairness and cooperation.
Land Use: Encourage sound land use planning by giving every
Transportation: Protect our investment in
Aid Formulas: Adjust state aid distribution formulas to direct more assistance to communities with the greatest financial need.
Home Rule: Amend the Wisconsin Constitution to give regulatory home rule to towns, but preserve the pure democracy of the town meeting.