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The County covers a much larger area and the individual Towns assist in caring out laws, statues, and handling calls. Many times the Town has final say on some manners as well as being more specific on the requirements. The County usually has jurisdiction in most matters though, so it is best to follow procedures entailed by each.
Both do have to follow many of the same rules as towns and the County, but because of their classifications, they have numerous types of different codes, statutes and ordinances to follow.
Contact the Clerk with info. It may be dealt with immediately or forwarded to a board member.
No, besides the monthly meeting, there are County Zoning meetings, County Unit Meetings, District Meetings, Wisconsin Towns Association Meetings and workshops and UW Extension seminars. Municipal Clerk and Treasurer meetings, workshops, conferences and conventions. There also may be meetings with attorneys, fire boards, property or fence viewings or other meetings necessary to perform Town business. See also the section in Miscellaneous in regard to duties of a Town official.
Held the THIRD Tuesday of April, a complete financial report is given for the past year. The Chairman also recaps the past year and gives a legislative update. Typically there is no agenda and Town residents may discuss any topic they feel necessary pertaining to the Town. The Town Board cannot make any decisions at this meeting, but rather take the recommendations and include them on a monthly board meeting agenda if feasible.
Monthly Board Meetings are the second Monday of the month. Agendas are posted at the Town Hall and on the Website the Wednesday prior to the meeting.
Contact the clerk ([email protected]) or Chairman Thoma ([email protected])
Agendas are posted at the Town Hall and on the Website (townofwatertownwi.gov) the Wednesday prior to the meeting.
Fill out an application (under Forms) and submit it along with the proper fee's, to the Clerk 14-16 days prior to the Monday before the Plan Commission meeting date. Anything received after that will be placed on the next months agenda. Follow the information listed with the application.
It is best to check with the Town Building Inspector before beginning any project, even if minor:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (262) 490-0277
If a permit is needed and not gotten, a fine will be levied.
First contact the Jefferson County Zoning Department at (920) 674-7130. If it is within the 3 mile extraterritorial area of the City of Watertown, also check with them.
AFTER, fill out an application (on website or in person), to attend the Plan Commission Meeting and submit it to the clerk along with fee, 14 or more days prior to the meeting date.
Call the Humane Society at (920) 261-1270 as they are contracted by the Town for this service.
This all depends on the request, the size of the property, the zoning of the property, and whether similar request have been made previously, such as a land split, etc. Many things factor into granting or not granting a request. It is best to check with the County for clarification.
No, the Town does not handle "neighbor" issues. Speak to the neighbor, seek legal advice or contact the Sheriff's Department. Make sure all facts are in order and you have some documentation if needed.
Contact a Board Member and they will deal with it or refer it to the County.
Email the treasurer at: [email protected]
It depends on the gender and whether it is "fixed". Check with the treasurer.
Five or more dogs are required to have a kennel license for $50.00 (See Dog License Section above Donations)
All dogs 5 months or older must be licensed.
No.
The Town Board has a budget workshop held in October and then a public hearing held in November. Research is done as to expenditures for the previous year and anticipated amounts needed for the coming year considering future projects such as roads, or large purchases, etc. Consideration must be given to monies received from the State and Federal governments and whether they are increased, decreased or discontinued.
There is a contingency fund to transfer monies from or if another account has access or is not being used. Accounts for projects not completed are rolled over into the new budget for use as payment in the next year. Access monies are also held in accounts to use by the Town where needed and assist in holding the Town tax down. The town holds these monies in CD's to eliminate the need to borrow addition funds.
Tax bills are prepared by the County with Federal, State, County, Town and school figures. "Town tax" is minimal and the board tries to keep it the same or change slightly. Tax increases are usually due to school and County tax figures being increased. Examine your tax bill for clarification or ask the treasurer to point out the various amounts.
The cost of labor and fuel and maintenance of equipment all factor in what the Town does. The more the Town spends, the more monies needed for operation. Thus, higher taxes from the town, added to increases from schools and County, etc. make for a higher tax bill.
Due to the cost of labor as well as the wear and tear on the chipper. Also, some people were taking advantage of the service.
Contact the clerk at [email protected] or call (920) 261-5690
Contact the [email protected] or call the road supervisor at (262)894-0048.
Contact Chairman Thoma at (920) 988-744 or the road supervisor at: (262)894-0048
No, but a call to the County Sheriff's Department (920) 674-7310 or Johnson Creek Fire Department (920) 699-3456 is required and also to contact any town board member prior to burning.
Call Charlene Flint at (920) 261-5997
The cost for heat and electricity and custodial care as well as depreciation of the building, etc. There have been incidences where poor cleaning has been done or damage, and to collect "after-the fact" is hard to do, thus the deposit.
No. Please contact the County Treasurer or Land Information Office.
First contact our assessor, Associated Appraisal at
Phone: (800) 721-4157 or (920) 224-8808
Fax: (920) 731-4158
Email: [email protected] and discuss it.
Phone: (800) 721-4157 or (920) 224-8808
Fax: (920) 731-4158
Email: [email protected] and discuss it.
Or, attend the "open book" session held in spring. Assessments do not change or effect prior years, but will adjust for the next tax bill.