Dawn works with Wisconsin cities, villages, towns, counties and public utilities to design and implement financial solutions that allow community initiatives to move forward. Prior to joining Ehlers, she amassed more than 20 years of local government experience working for local governments and public agencies in Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin. Her prior local government experience provides her a first-hand understanding of how local governments operate, providing her the ability to relate with local government staff and officials. Dawn’s clients rely on her for her extensive knowledge and experience in municipal finance and accounting.

Dawn lives near Johnson Creek, Wisconsin with her husband. She has two adult children who also reside in Wisconsin. When not working, Dawn spends time at her condo in Racine, boats with her family and takes road trips as far as her car or Harley will take her.

Areas of Expertise

Debt Issuance & Management

• Alternative Financing Options
• General Obligation & Revenue Debt
• CDA / RDA Lease Revenue Bonds
• Special Assessment Bonds
• Refundings/Cash Defeasances
• Representation to Bond Market & Credit Rating Agencies
• Referendum Services

Economic Development & Redevelopment

• Tax Increment District Creation & Amendment
• CDA / RDA Creation
• Developer Pro-Forma Analysis
• Development Agreement Negotiation
• Developer Performance Evaluation
• Redevelopment Plan Creation
• Public Participation Process

Financial Management Planning

• Capital Improvements Planning
• Project Feasibility Studies
• Financial Goals & Objectives Facilitation
• Project Impact Analysis
• Financial Management Plans

Licenses & Certifications

Certified Independent Professional Municipal Advisor
Series 50 License: Municipal Advisor Representative
Certified Public Finance Officer
Certificate in Management by International City Managers Association

Professional Affiliations & Memberships

International City Managers Association
Wisconsin City/County Management Association
Wisconsin Government Finance Officers Association
Wisconsin Clerks, Treasurers Finance Officers Association
Municipal Treasurers Association of Wisconsin
Wisconsin Municipal Clerks Association
National Government Finance Officers Association
Wisconsin Economic Development Association – Board of Directors

Education

Bachelor of Arts – Business Administration, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa