The Wisconsin Policy Forum just dropped their Budget Brief today, October 17, on Madison's 2025 Proposed Budget, offering fresh and detailed insights on the city's finances. This timely report also sheds light on the financial stakes of the upcoming $22 million referendum to permanently increase property taxes, which will be decided by voters on November 5. The Forum’s comprehensive and unbiased analysis reveals that while the referendum could temporarily address Madison’s immediate budget shortfall, the city still faces significant fiscal challenges in the years ahead. For budget and finance wonks, this is a wealth of good information.
For more information, check out the full report, and press release.
The Wisconsin Policy Forum Budget Brief on Madison's 2024 Proposed Budget can be found here.
The Mayor's 2025 Executive Operating Budget and. related information can be found here.
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Alex Saloutos 2024.