Wisconsin Counties Magazine

CLIMBING TO NEW HEIGHTS: COUNTY PROGRAMS EMPOWER CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
The April 2025 issue of Wisconsin Counties features a look at two county programs that often serve as a lifeline for families with children with disabilities – the Children’s Long-Term Support program and Birth to 3. The articles discuss how the programs are administered, the impacts on families, and the ongoing funding challenges. 

In addition to highlights from the WCA Legislative Conference in February, the issue also features a new domestic abuse response program in Vernon County, Bayfield County’s UAV program, and St. Croix County’s work to address substance abuse. The April Research Room column looks at Wisconsin’s income tax marriage penalty and the Legal Issues column aligns with the feature and delves into CLTS provider contracts.

See the April 2025 issue here. You can also see the issue as a PDF here.

WISCONSIN’S GROUNDWATER: A BURIED TREASURE
Wisconsin holds an estimated 1.2 quadrillion gallons of groundwater – enough to cover the state in 100 feet of water. But differences in geology, land use and human activity result in fluctuating levels of water quality and quantity. The March 2025 issue of Wisconsin Counties explores what the state and counties are doing to manage this precious resource.

The March issue also provides an update on opioid settlement dollars, a new homestead tax credit in Adams County, and the estimated impact of the Green Bay Packers and the 2025 NFL Draft on the state of Wisconsin.

See the March 2025 issue here. You can also view the issue as a PDF here.

CONFRONTING THE HOMELESS CRISIS
Homelessness is on the rise across much of the state, putting a strain on county resources. In the February 2025 issue of Wisconsin Counties, we take a look at the initiatives and collaborations working to ensure every person in the state has a safe place to live, and our communities thrive.

This issue also looks at how Walworth and Racine counties are helping new mothers, and Waukesha County is modernizing its response to substance-related fatalities. A Research Room column delves into whether the state is ready for the next recession, and the Legal Issues column explores how counties can partner with nonprofits.

See the February 2025 issue here.

BUILDING A RESILIENT WISCONSIN
Wisconsin’s weather is changing – becoming less predictable and more prone to extremes. This issue of Wisconsin Counties takes a look at efforts and initiatives underway to help better predict the weather, increase awareness and help communities prepare.

It also delves into a few of the emerging technologies that may help Wisconsin become more resilient. The issue also showcases programs in Jefferson, Eau Claire and Rusk counties to improve housing, the environment and health care access.

See the January 2025 issue here.