How are prevailing wage rates determined?
A. The State of Wisconsin’s Department of Workforce Development maintains records for an annual survey conducted every year state wide. This survey weighs the averages of all commonly used job descriptions used in the construction industry around the state of Wisconsin. Based on location and availability of positions in the area, a benchmarked average is determined for every commonly utilized construction job position. The City of Madison, based on MGO 23.01, adopts the State of Wisconsin’s schedule of wages and benefits rates for all trades and occupations associated with the construction industry, and specifically Public Works.
