GovCast

Veteran's Services Officer Jeremy Johns explores topics such as navigating VA benefits, transitioning to civilian life, housing & health-care resources, local veteran community programs, and inspiring stories of service and resilience. Whether you’re a veteran, a family member, or someone who wants to support our military community, this GovCast offers real-world insights and information s...

Lance Spranger, Chief Information Officer for Waukesha County, dives into how the county is working to protect its systems and residents, what “being cyber-aware” really means at a local government level, and how you — yes, you — can play a key role in staying safe online.  From phishing scams to ransomware, you’ve heard the headlines — now let’s hear the real talk: what’s happening right here in...

County Executive Paul Farrow breaks down the 2026 County Budget, what's in it, cuts made and how a little bit of luck saved the county hundreds of thousands of dollars!

Fall is here in Waukesha County! From crisp hikes and colorful trails to Apple Harvest Fest at Retzer Nature Center, we’re diving into all the ways you can enjoy the season in our parks. Tune in for fall fun you won’t want to miss! Community Events | Waukesha County

Waukesha County has played a pivotal role in the response and recovery from the historic floods August 2025. The cleanup and recovery remain ongoing as FEMA officials are about to go door to door in flood damaged neighborhoods to assess the damage, which could lead to federal assistance to our region.

How does Waukesha County decide to spend taxpayer dollars? What services are funded and what does the future financial picture look like? Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow breaks down the annual county budget process and how the county will be hosting a new interactive budget open house to educate residents and get their feedback on their budget priorities.

Ever wondered what it's like to work in the heart of county leadership? Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at life inside the Waukesha County Executive's Office! Join us on this week’s episode of GovCast as we dive into what makes our team tick, from steering county initiatives to ensuring our community thrives. 

The oldest county fair in Wisconsin, the Waukesha County Fair is officially underway! The 183rd year of the fair brings farm animals, fair food and tons of great stuff for the whole fam! The event runs July 16-20th at the Waukesha County Expo Center.

The GovCast crews takes the show on the road to highlight several road construction projects impacting Waukesha County. DPW Director Allison Bussler breaks it all down, between funding, safety and long-term projects in the works.

GovCast catches up with Waukesha County Park System Manager Rebecca Mattano to find out about golf, beaches, boat launches, beer gardens and more, everything that you can enjoy all summer long!

What do County Supervisors do? How are they involved in the annual county budget process and who makes policies? Your burning questions about local government answered from Board Chairman Jim Heinrich.

Who runs our circuit court system? Did you know it's a state and county operation? Clerk of Circuit Court Monica Paz explains our judicial system and the burning questions about jury duty.

Lesli Boese is a veteran prosecutor, serving 30 years in the Waukesha County District Attorney's Office, but in November she was elected District Attorney. In her new role, she's navigating staffing shortages and a rise in regional crime. How she's working to combat both serious public safety issues.

We're back with Health and Human Services Director Liz Aldred. She discusses the important initiatives, outreach and awareness efforts HHS is doing to continue to combat opioid addiction and overdoses in our community. For more info visit Overdose Prevention | Waukesha County

From Public Health, Veterans Services, mental health and much more, Waukesha County's Health and Human Services provides critical services our community relies on. Director Liz Aldred shares insight into their core initiatives, how they manage tight budgets while administering state mandated programs, the impact of potential federal cuts and successful programs truly impacting our community.

Waukesha County boasts a dedicated team tasked with preparing, training, and responding to natural disasters. Introducing Emergency Management Coordinator Alex Freeman, who provides crucial advice for Wisconsin's Severe Weather Awareness Week and highlights the life-saving significance of emergency alerts.

Judge Jennifer Dorow is a former Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate. Dorow expresses who she feels has the best chances to win a judicial seat locally in Waukesha County and on the state's highest court April 1st.

Scammers are trying to cash in on your civic duty. Waukesha County Clerk of Circuit Court Monica Paz explains how scammers are trying to trick you, the red flags to watch for and what to do if you get a suspicious phone call about your failure to report for jury duty.

Judge Jennifer Dorow has presided over several high-profile trials including the Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy and the Visine eyedrops homicide case. Her background includes time as a prosecutor and defense attorney. Dorow shares insight on regional crime cross-over into Waukesha County, plus her thoughts on the spring election races including, state Supreme Court and local judicial seats on t...

Did you know county and state finances are often interconnected?? 99th Assembly District State Representative Barbara Dittrich who covers the northwestern portion of Waukesha County breaks it all down and dives into the newly released state budget proposal.

County Executive Paul Farrow is back with an update on the future of a sales tax proposal first introduced in October. Why he says the tax package is dead and where the focus turns now to generate more revenue.

What is the Department of Public Works? Why do we wet the roads before it snows? County roads versus state and local roads, everything you want to know, Director Allison Bussler has you covered.

Waukesha County owns the 75.9 acres and maintains the facilities located in the city of Waukesha located at 1500 N. University Drive, Waukesha, WI. UW-Milwaukee is closing its Waukesha campus after the spring 2025 semester. Parks & Land Use Director Dale Shaver explains the history of the property and what the next steps include for the sale and redevelopment of the land.

Join us as we explore how the Waukesha County Department of Parks and Land Use is actively shaping the future through collaboration, innovative education, and regulations. Discover their dedication to boosting economic development, ensuring thoughtful land use, and preserving our cherished natural resources, all while promoting citizen health and well-being. Tune in to uncover how a community come...

What role does the County Executive play as the elected leader of the 3rd largest county in Wisconsin? On this episode, you'll learn about Paul Farrow's rich political history, how he's turning his cancer battle into a platform for education and how he plans to tackle the county's financial challenges head on. All that and more on this episode of GovCast!