FAQs • Milton, WI • CivicEngage

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1. Is there a Notary Public at City Hall?: Yes, there are several at City Hall. If possible, please call before coming to City Hall to ensure a Notary Public is available.

2. Does the city accept credit or debit card payments?: You may use your debit or credit card to pay for citations and water bills. This service is available in person and online through www.milton-wi.gov/MakeaPayment.
Make a Payment

3. How do I volunteer to be on a city committee?: Appointments for city committees or commissions are typically filled in April of every year. The appointments are recommendations from the Mayor and approved by the Common Council. Notice of any vacancies on a committee or commission are noticed in the Milton Courier and also posted on the website. Applications for serving are available at City Hall and on the website.
Committee Questionaire

4. How do I find out zoning for a property?: Zoning maps are available at City Hall to view and on the website. Zoning and regulation questions can be answered by the Public Works Department.
Zoning Map

5. How do I contact the Mayor or Common Council members?: Contact information for the Council members is available on the website. You may also send correspondence to City Hall, 710 S. Janesville Street.
Common Council Contact Information

6. How can I find out what happened at a city meeting?: All Council meetings are recorded and posted on the City's YouTube Channel.

7. Can I speak at public meetings?: There is an opportunity to address the Common Council during the agenda item "Public comments regarding items which can be affected by Council Action." Participation during the meetings is allowed if you address the Council from the podium. The Council meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. Agendas are available on the city website.
Agendas & Minutes

8. Who are my County, State, and Federal elected officials?: Information about elected officials can be found on the city website.
State, Federal, & Local Resources

9. Where are elections held?: All elections are held in the Council Chambers at City Hall located at 710 S. Janesville Street. Election Information

10. How do I apply for dog and cat licenses?: Animal licenses are available at City Hall. The current rabies certificate must be presented when applying. Fees are $8 if the animal is fixed, and $15 if the animal is not fixed. Additional information is available on the website.
Animal Licensing

11. How many dogs and cats can I have?: Not more than a combined total of four dogs and cats over five months old may be maintained on any lot or residence. There may not be more than three dogs or three cats as a part of such combination.

12. Can I reserve or rent city parks, buildings, or park shelters?: Yes. The City rents out the Community House, Lamar Park, Central Park, and South Goodrich Park. Fees are based on your residency in the City or the surrounding townships. Applications can be found on the City website or at City Hall. Please call City Hall to verify the availability, (608) 868-6900 ext. 2.
Park & Facility Rental

13. How do I get an operators permit ("bartending license")?: To obtain a bartenders license in the City of Milton, you will need to complete the Beverage Server course and provide proof of completion of the class along with $30 and a completed application. The application is available on the city website or at City Hall. Additional information can be found on the website.
Operator License Application

14. How do I get a business license?: All businesses, including non-profits, must apply for a City Business License. Applications are available on the website and also at City Hall. The license is a one-time fee of $25.
Business License Application

15. How can I bid on City contracts?: All bids are published in the Milton Courier and posted at City Hall.

16. How do I get a copy of meeting agendas or minutes?: Agendas and minutes are available on the website and at City Hall. Agendas are posted at Dave's Ace Hardware, Piggly Wiggly, and City Hall.
Agendas & Minutes

17. How do I learn about City Ordinances?: Current ordinances are available on the website.
City Ordinances

18. If I'm leaving for the winter and my home will be empty, who should I notify?: Milton Police Department at (608) 868-6910 and the Milton Water Department at (608) 868-6900 ext. 1.

19. What are the procedures for filing a claim against the city?: If you have a claim against the City of Milton, claim forms are available at City Hall.

20. Who do I contact with questions about open meetings or open records?: Contact the City Clerk at City Hall at (608) 868-6900 ext. 2.

21. Does Milton have a food pantry?: Yes, Milton Community Action Center, 36 Hilltop Drive, houses the food pantry. Information is available on the website.

22. What is the phone number for the Town of Milton: Town of Milton, 23 First Street, (608) 868-2465.

23. When is Trick-or-Treating in Milton?: Trick-or-Treating in Milton is typically on Halloween, regardless the day of the week. Hours for 2021 will be 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, October 31.

24. When is the Fourth of July festivities?: The Fourth of July festivities include a carnival for kids, adult and children softball tournament, a Walk-Run, parade, and fireworks. The Walk-Run is the morning of the 4th, the parade is always at 1 p.m. on the 4th, and the Fireworks are always at dusk on the 4th. The parade begins at Lamar Park/Milton West Elementary School and heads east on Madison Avenue and continues south on Hilltop Drive.
Fourth of July Information

25. When is the City-Wide Rummage Sale?: The City-Wide Rummage Sale in Milton is always on the first Saturday in June. You are not required to register or sign-up. This is not a city sponsored function, all are welcome to participate/set-up.

26. When is the Chicken BBQ and Arts & Crafts on the Lawn: The Annual Chicken BBQ and Arts & Crafts on the Lawn is always on the third Sunday in August on the Milton House and North Goodrich Park grounds. Contact the Milton Area Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism (MACCIT) at (608) 868-6222 for information about the Chicken BBQ and the Milton Historical Society at (608) 868-7772 for information about the Arts & Crafts on the Lawn.

27. Can I get a copy of my tax bill?: Tax bills, payment history, assessment information, legal descriptions, and more is available through the Rock County Treasurer's Tax Database.
Property Information Resources

28. Can I view the city's budget?: The city's budget is available on the website.
Treasurer

29. What portion of my utility bill is for water and what part is for sewer?: The monthly bill you receive from the Milton Water Department is for water, sewer, stormwater, and fire protection. The bill lists each charge for the month individually.

30. When are tax bills mailed?: Tax bills are mailed in the middle of December.

31. Where can I pay my taxes?: All property tax payments are made through the Rock County Treasurer's Office. Tax payment information is available on the Rock County website.