“I find joy and purpose working in local government by ensuring continued success and growth of the entities I serve.”

KateLynn Harrigan

Senior Fiscal Consultant

KateLynn is a Senior Fiscal Consultant for Ehlers’ Wisconsin team. She brings over a decade of experience working in local government, including preparing GFOA-certified Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports, Distinguished Budget Presentations, and Capital Improvement Plans, as well as completing Wisconsin state reporting requirements. This experience supports her current role preparing Utility Rate Studies and Financial Management Plans within the Fiscal Consulting Group. Before joining Ehlers in 2025, KateLynn served as the Finance Director for the North Shore Fire Department in Milwaukee County for 8½ years. Prior to that, she worked for the Village of Richfield, WI, as the Deputy Treasurer/Administrative Services Coordinator.

KateLynn lives in Fox Point, WI, with her husband, Tom, and their three children: Evelyn, Rosie, and Dane. She volunteers regularly at her children’s school and church and has coached T-ball and U6 soccer. As one of seven siblings, she enjoys spending her free time with extended family, working on home projects, playing with her children, and volunteering at their school.


Education

Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Public Administration, University of Wisconsin, Whitewater

Master’s Degree of Public Administration, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Professional Affiliations/Memberships

Wisconsin City/County Managers Association (WCMA)

Community Involvement

Member of St. Eugene Congregation, Fox Point
Children attend St. Eugene School, Fox Point
Soccer Coach Volunteer for America SCORES Milwaukee program (U6)