Wisconsin Municipal Clerks and Treasurers Institute July 13-18

How does the Clerks and Treasurers Institute work?

The Municipal Clerks and Treasurers Institute consists of three years of one-week programming which increases in difficulty. New students must sign up for Year One. The program is held annually and consists of 33-34 hours of classroom instruction per year for a total of 100 hours of programming over a three year period. Local government officials completing the three-year sequence should earn all of the educational points needed for the education portion of the WCMC, CMTW, and CPFA certificates. If you desire to complete your CMC you will have to return for one more year. Once you have completed the prescribed curriculum of 100 hours, you will graduate from the Institute.

UWGB’s Institute Produces RESULTS: This is what past attendees have to say!

“As a direct result of my attending the UWGB Institute, I received a $5,000 raise. This was a direct result of policy and administrative changes I had made for my municipality.”

- Bernie Kahl, Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer, Village of Mukwonago

“Sue Willhite...came back to Edgar extremely excited about a budgeting class and wanted to put together a Power Point presentation for the Village Board to show them detailed Budget information based on numbers we compiled for their consideration. She promoted the project and exhibited motivation that persuaded me to agree. Wow! The presentation was well received and helped everyone understand what can be a fairly complex and boring subject. It is now standard practice.”

- Dennis M. Weix, Village Administrator, Village of Edgar

“I was overwhelmed...and by attending the classes that week, I finally began to get a grasp on just what it meant to be a “Municipal Clerk.”…I began to realize that I needed the Institute much more than they needed me!

“Having made the most of this opportunity has made me the best clerk I can be for my municipality. I have changed countless forms and procedures based on what I learned. I have had access to top notch instructors and information that is not available elsewhere, all offered in one self-contained atmosphere of learning, caring and sharing. I thank UW-Green Bay wholeheartedly for continuing to offer this program and encourage each and every clerk in Wisconsin to attend …”

- Carol S. Alexander, City Clerk, City of Beloit

These are some of the changes Kathy Alft, Clerk, Town of Grand Rapids implemented upon her return:

“Discovered special assessment and tax searches which resulted in nearly $2,000 of additional revenue for the Town.

“...enhanced my skill of minute taking, formatting minutes for clarity and brevity.

“I learned that 80% of what is filed is generally non-record or duplicate materials; imagine the file space I was able to save...

“Internal Revenue Service rules. I went back to my municipality and explained our employment tax responsibilities.”

When asked about the Town’s investment, Supervisor Arne Nystrom shared:

“We see a significant change in the sharing of information and policy updates; thereby, our Town Board is better prepared to respond to change. I recognize the value of networking and Kathy’s relationship with other public officials has proven to be an endless link as a resource to the Town.”

Contact information:

Kassie VanRemortel
Director of Governmental Affairs and Economic Development
Outreach and Extension, WH 480
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
2420 Nicolet Drive
Green Bay, WI 54311-7001

Phone: 920-465-2468 or 800-892-2118

E-mail:

An Equal Employment Opportunity Affirmative Action employer, UW-Green Bay provides equal opportunity in employment and programming. Please advise us at least two weeks before the program if you have a disability and desire special accommodations.