Wauwatosa
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City Government in Wauwatosa is commited to providing top quality services effectively and efficiently. With a municipal workforce of nearly 500, it is large enough to meet the needs of a sophisticated community, yet small enough to offer friendly "small town" attention.

A mayor and common council guide Wauwatosa's government, with a city administrator hired to assist with the day-to-day activities. Due to its strong tax base, property taxes for municipal services are in the midrange for cities in Wisconsin. Wauwatosa also enjoys a AAA bond rating. The City has a strong tradition of citizen involvement, with 30 boards and committees providing an ongoing link between the community and its elected and appointed officials. Together, we are making Wauwatosa an outstanding place to live and do business in the Milwaukee metropolitan area. "Quality of life" is more than a goal; it's a reality of Wauwatosa!

Funding from the City helps support the Wauwatosa Economic Development Corporation, created to promote business retention and development in the city. This partnership results in public-private initiatives to enhance Wauwatosa's commercial and industrial base. To help local businesses obtain the local approvals needed to grow, the City has streamlined the permitting process, and created a business resource center at the library to match today's business needs.

The Wauwatosa Public Library, housed in a user-friendly building forming part of the City Hall Complex, has one of largest collections in Milwaukee County. The library offers Internet access and includes personal computers for public use, and reference assistance in-person, over the phone, and through email.

Our City boasts a full-service fire department providing fire prevention, inspection and response, as well as EMS, hazardous material response, confined space and other technical operations from three fire stations. The Wauwatosa Police Department is proud of the positive and productive relationship we have established with our citizens, businesses, schools, and community groups. Community support includes a Neighborhood Block Watch Program, Crime Prevention Alert Program, Operation Identification, Business Alert, Retail Theft and Fraud Presentation, Drug Abuse Resistance and Safety Town Education, and Crime Stoppers.

Milwaukee County government includes two county supervisors from Wauwatosa. We also have two state representatives-one in the assembly and one senator. In addition to their governmental duties, these officials enthusiastically support the community through their memberships and activities in various organizations.