About Wisconsin Municipalities

Gather interesting facts about Wisconsin municipalities, our unique distinction between cities and villages, and details about the classes of cities.

Municipal Salary Information

While the League does not conduct an annual employee salary survey of our members, we do collect municipal wage and salary information from newspaper articles and other public sources.

Ordinances

The League receives copies of ordinances from member municipalities to use as samples for other municipalities considering similar issues. In an effort to make these more widely available, the League posts new ordinances as appropriate and archives past ordinances by topic.

Residency Incentive Policies (PDF)

Read a resolution establishing incentives for employees of the City of Kaukauna residing within the City of Kaukauna.

Volunteer Firefighters & EMTs

Read documents, resources, and court decisions relating to volunteer emergency personnel.

General Resources for Municipal Officials & Staff