Helpful Resources & Links

Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS)

• The Electronic Federal Tax Payment System tax payment service, which is provided free by the US Department of the Treasury, can be used by businesses, individuals, federal agencies, tax professionals, and payroll services to pay any tax due to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center

• The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) is the central hub for reporting cybercrime matters (fraud, hacking, online extortion, identity theft, etc.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

• The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is a subdivision of the US Department of Homeland Security and coordinates disaster responses when local and state resources are overwhelmed. FEMA also provides training, grants, and other funding for disaster recovery, and resources and tips for emergency preparedness.

Federal Trade Commission Scam Alerts

• The Federal Trade Commission provides information on the latest scams and offers support and resources to help avoid, report, and recover from scams.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

• The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a federal law which establishes minimum wage, overtime pay eligibility, recordkeeping, and child labor standards affecting full-time and part-time workers in the private sector and in federal, state, and local governments. This US Department of Labor webpage includes information about said law and provides templates for notifications regarding overtime-exempt and overtime eligible positions.

Grants.gov

• This is an official website of the US government that provides information on Federal funding opportunities for organizations and entities supporting the development and management of government-funded programs and projects.

Homeland Security

• The US Department of Homeland Security work includes customs, border, and immigration enforcement, emergency response to natural and manmade disasters (FEMA), antiterrorism work, and cybersecurity. Information to verify employment eligibility, report suspicious activity, and filing a Civil Right Complaint are notable items that can be useful here.

Internal Revenue Service Employment Forms

• The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Employment Forms webpage provides many forms associated with employment taxes. Form instructions are either included with the form itself or are included in a separate publication.

IRS Payroll - Publication 15 

• This publication will tell you what you need to know about how to pay your employees and non-employees. Of special interest may be Page 40, which talks about special Government employees, such as election workers.

IRS Payroll for Election Workers

• This webpage offers short webinars regarding different aspects of the payroll process, and includes a webinar on paying election workers.

US Census Bureau

• The US Census Bureau not only provides population data, but it also offers information on Economic Indicators as well as data tools and interactive maps.

Wisconsin State Legislature

• This webpage holds information on our State Legislators (Senate & Assembly), State Laws (Statutes) current legislation, Administrative Rules, and a meeting calendar showing governmental sessions and public hearings. The Notification Service can be utilized to sign up for notification on legislative activity.

Department of Employee Trust Funds

• Find retirement, insurance, disability, and other Wisconsin Retirement System benefits for current and former municipal employees, retirees, and their beneficiaries.

Department of Health Services - Vital Records

• Vital records for birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates can be requested through this website. It also lists the County Register of Deeds offices as well as the Milwaukee City Health Offices for record access.

Department of Justice - Background Checks

• The Department of Justice (DOJ) provides legal advice and representation for the State of Wisconsin, which includes the following duties: public safety, crime victim services, criminal justice services, and legal services. Within the Criminal Justice Services, the DOJ offers access to request a Criminal Background Check.

Department of Revenue

• Individuals businesses can find forms and file State taxes here. DOR also has information related to Board of Review in their Online Services section and in their Government Services section, you can find the login for MyDORGov, the DOR’s e-filing system for local government and property assessment. Also in the Government section, you can find reports on shared revenue, Tax Incremental Financing, and resources for Innovation Grants, ARPA, etc.

Department of Revenue - Calendars

• The DOR offers a calendar of various governmental deadlines. Examples include: deadline for initial Board of Review meeting, expiration date for municipal cigarette and alcohol licenses, and deadline to file Room Tax Report. The calendar can be downloaded to a personal calendar for ease of use.

Department of Revenue - Forms

• The DOR Forms page includes links to alcohol beverage, cigarette, tobacco, and vapor products, manufacturing, fraud, and various tax-related forms, and many others.

Department of Transportation

• The Wisconsin DOT provides information on Department of Motor Vehicle services, State highway projects and studies, and information for Local Government Assistance Programs, highway maintenance, and traffic operations.

Department of Workforce Development - Minimum Wages

• The DWD Minimum Wage website shows Wisconsin's current minimum wage rates and provides answers to many frequently asked questions. The Minimum Wage Rates poster can also be found on this webpage.

Department of Workforce Development - Unemployment Insurance

• The DWD Unemployment Insurance website can be used for filing unemployment tax and wage reports for employers. Through the employer online account, employers can respond online to Unemployment Insurance requests which protects sensitive employer and claimant data and and reduces response time.

Department of Workforce Development - Workplace Posters

• The DWD Workplace Posters page offers free Wisconsin and Federal workplace posters regarding layoff law, Family & Medical Leave, Minimum Wage Rates, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration Law, amongst many others. it also includes link to other State & Federal Agency for additional postings.

Focus on Energy

• Focus on Energy partners with Wisconsin electric and natural gas utilities to provide resources, incentives, and rebates to support energy efficiency of homes and businesses.

Public Service Commission

• The Public Service Commission (PSC) was established to regulate public utilities to ensure safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible services and equitable access to telecommunications and broadband services.

State Road Conditions - 511 WI

• This website provides a map-view of road conditions, incident & accident closures, road construction, and weather and users can sign up to receive alerts.

UW-Wisconsin Surplus with a Purpose - SWAP

• SWAP is a surplus property disposal serving municipalities, University of Wisconsin campuses, and State agencies. Property is rerouted to different UW campuses, listed and sold through line platforms, or disposed of through suitable networks.

Wisconsin Circuit Court Access

• Wisconsin Circuit Court Access provides access to certain public records of the Wisconsin circuit courts. The website allows the user to access court case records, including foreclosures, criminal and civil matters, sentencing data, and judgements. Note that it may be a violation of State law to discriminate against a job applicant because of an arrest or conviction record.

Wisconsin Elections Commission - WEC

• The Wisconsin Elections Commission is a six-member, bipartisan commission charged with implementing Wisconsin's election laws and supporting the state's municipal and county clerks. This website is a resource for clerks, candidates, election workers, observes, and the public for information on voting administration, voter registration, election security, and much more. Links to election-related manuals, MyVote, and election deadlines can be found at the website. WEC staff provides training webinars for election officials through ElectED on election administration and use of WisVote (statewide voter database).
  

Wisconsin Ethics Commission

• The Wisconsin Ethics Commission was created to oversee the administration of Wisconsin's campaign finance, lobbying, and ethics laws. It is a resource for both candidates and their filing offices with respect to the filing of campaign finance statements, contribution limits, and lobbying. The Campaign Finance Filing Calendar shows due dates and filing periods for continuing, spring, and general election reporting periods for candidates that file for office.

Wisconsin Historical Society

• The Wisconsin Historical Society is a hub for historical information on Wisconsin. The Library- Archives division collects, preserves, and provides access to materials on the history of Wisconsin, including genealogical records.

Wisconsin Historical Society - Local Government Records

• This WHS webpage is a helpful resource for information on minimum retention periods for governmental records. It also provides information for municipalities who wish to create their own record retention schedules.

Wisconsin.Gov

• The Wisconsin.gov website provides a plethora of information and links about Wisconsin for residents, business, and visitors.
  

Alcohol Enforcement

The Wisconsin Department of Revenue's Division of Alcohol Beverages (DAB) assists with questions on alcohol licensing and enforcement. They maintain a central email inbox; inquiries or questions may be sent to: DORalcohol@wisconsin.gov. The question will be referred to the appropriate contact for a reply. Questions can also be submitted online at the Department of Revenue's Submit a Question page.

The DOR Alcohol Beverage webpage has resources that include news and updates, application forms, publications, answers to commonly asked questions, and links to resources from other state and federal agencies.

Cigarette, Tobacco, and Electronic Vaping Device Enforcement

Resources on the DOR's Cigarette, Tobacco, and Electronic Vaping Device webpage include application forms, fact sheets, publications, commonly asked questions, an Electronic Vaping Device Directory, and links to resources from other state and federal agencies.

Inquiries or questions may be sent to: DORexcise@wisconsin.gov. Questions can also be submitted online at the Department of Revenue's Submit a Question page.

American Red Cross Training Services

• Program and training information regarding CPR, AED, Basic Life Support, and many others can be found at the American Red Cross Training Services webpage. Purchases of first-aid supplies and kits, training materials, and manuals can also be made here.

Flag Etiquette

• The Chamber of Commerce’s Flag Etiquette webpage offers not only flag etiquette, but it also offers history of the flag, patriotic writings, information on how to display flags, responses to frequently asked questions.

Robert's Rules of Order

• The Robert’s Rules of Order is a guide designed to aid used to conduct orderly meetings. The website answers many questions in the Q & A section, and also offers resources and a link to purchase Roberts Rules books.

United States Postal Service - Passports

• The USPS Passports webpage offers information on the submittal of passport applications. For those renewing, there is an online option for those that are eligible and a by-mail option; in-person renewal is not allowed. First-timers and minors must apply in person, but appointments can be made online for submittal at many locations – some even offer photo services.  

Wisconsin State Law Library

• The Wisconsin State Law Library serves by providing legal information to the State of Wisconsin, attorneys, and the public by providing equal access to the Law. The State Law Library also provides links to local law information on their Ordinances and Codes page and offers information on Open Meetings Law Compliance, amongst many other law-related resources.

League of Wisconsin Municipalities

• The League of Wisconsin Municipalities (LWM) came into existence over 100 years ago to share information and training for elected and appointed officials of Wisconsin cities and villages and also to advocate on their behalf to the Wisconsin Legislature, Governor, and other state agencies.

Wisconsin Towns Association

• The Wisconsin Towns Association (WTA) is a statewide association for town and villages. The WTA is a great learning resource for Wisconsin’s smaller municipalities, and they are also involved in advocating on behalf of the towns and villages to the Wisconsin Legislature, Governor, and other state agencies.

Wisconsin State Statutes

Wisconsin Town Law Forms