Category: Research

The Tax Autonomy of Local Governments in the United States

Statistics on the share of total government tax revenue raised by local governments provide an incomplete picture of local government taxing power. If higher level governments define the local tax base, determine tax rates, or place other restrictions on local taxes, local governments have limited tax autonomy. In the mid-1990s, the Organization of Economic Cooperation …

Funding Public Education in Wisconsin: The Property Tax-School Funding Dilemma

This paper traces the development of school finance policies in Wisconsin and highlights deficiencies in state aid policies and the reliance on untargeted property tax relief as among the chief reasons why Wisconsin has failed to solve its property tax-school funding dilemma.

Reforming California’s Electrical Grid to Decrease Impacts of Wildfires: A Cost- Benefit Analysis

This report contains a cost-benefit analysis regarding the mitigation of California's wildfires ignited by electricity infrastructure.

Improving Outcomes in Wisconsin’s Youth Justice System Post-Pandemic: Fines, Fees, and Community Supervision

Health concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic led to creative changes in youth justice practice and a significant reduction in Wisconsin’s youth justice population.

Cost-benefit Analysis of Anaerobic Biodigesters in Northeast Wisconsin

For Cost-Benefit Analysis Public Affairs 881 taught by David Weimer, Fall 2019

Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) Grant-Eligible Technology-Vehicle Alternatives for Wisconsin

For Cost-Benefit Analysis Public Affairs 881 taught by David Weimer, Fall 2019

Fentanyl Interdiction in the U.S. Mail: A Cost-Benefit Analysis

For Cost-Benefit Analysis Public Affairs 881 taught by David Weimer, Fall 2019

A Cost-Benefit Analysis of the Transitioning Together Program

For Cost-Benefit Analysis Public Affairs 881 taught by David Weimer, Fall 2019

Benefit-Cost Analysis of Expanding Wisconsin’s Independent Living Program Eligibility Criteria

For Cost-Benefit Analysis Public Affairs 881 taught by David Weimer, Fall 2020

Valuing Daycare Proximity to Affordable Housing in Dane County

For Cost-Benefit Analysis Public Affairs 881 taught by David Weimer, Fall 2020