Recent polling by Marquette University Law School reveals a significant shift in Wisconsin voters’ priorities regarding property taxes and school funding. In a February survey, 60% of respondents prioritized reducing property tax bills over funding for K-12 schools, marking the highest concern for property taxes in over a decade. Charles Franklin, director of the poll, noted that this change began around 2018, with voters increasingly worried about rising property tax bills amid inflation and higher home values. The poll also indicated that 63% of voters want a substantial portion of the budget surplus allocated for property tax relief. As the November elections approach, the debate over property taxes and school funding is expected to dominate discussions among candidates.
