Advocacy

An Explanation of Mill Rates (2026) January 15, 2026 Mill Rates Explanation Property taxes are the responsibility of anyone owning property, such as land, buildings, and commercial areas, but how are these taxes calculated? Mill rates are a type of levy set by local governments every year to calculate property taxes. A single mill is…

Spring 2026 Election Information January 8, 2026 Offices across Eau Claire County are to appear on the ballot in the Spring. Information below highlights which office positions will be on the ballot and registering to vote. Primary: No Spring Primary for any offices General: April 7th, 2026 For Voters *Photo ID is required to receive…

Overview of Altoona’s Budget (2026) December 1, 2025 Overview of Altoona’s Budget:  A look into mill rates, economic development, and construction projects. A budget committee composed of the Mayor and City Council members prepared a comprehensive budget document detailing proposed revenue and expenditures for the City of Altoona (2026). The budget included renovations to expand…

An Overview of the Eau Claire County Budget November 16, 2025 A County Budget in Focus: Priorities in community services, addressing growing debt, and expenditure shifts. On November 12th, 2025, the County Budget passed with twenty-seven for and only two votes against. The Committee of Finance and Budget worked with the county administrator (and all…

An Overview of the Eau Claire City Budget October 30, 2025 A City Budget in Focus: Priorities in revenue, economic development, parking, and appropriation shifts; what could a changing budget mean for the Chippewa Valley? A city budget is both a monetary document and a mirror that reflects a city’s position on issues. It identifies…

Eggs & Issues: State Budget and Legislative Update October 21, 2025 Bipartisan Support: Housing, Transportation, Child-Care The Chamber’s October 21st issue of Eggs & Issues focused on the state budget and a legislative update directly from representatives. Senator Romaine Quinn, a Republican from Birchwood representing District 25, joined the panel along with Assembly Representative Jodi…

How to Run for Local Office October 14, 2025 Mark your calendars! The local nonpartisan election is coming up on April 7, 2026. A number of offices will be on the ballot, including both statewide and local offices. More information can be found at Spring 2026 Election Information. Running for office can be intimating. The…

Eggs & Issues: The Economic Impact of Local Tourism September 25, 2025 Visit Eau Claire introduces a record breaking economic impact of $461 million in 2024.  The tourism scene in Eau Claire, Wisconsin is without a doubt something to celebrate. Friday, September 19, the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce hosted September’s Eggs & Issues:…