General Election

The Wisconsin Elections Commission (“the Commission”) approved this clerk communication on November 1, 2024, to provide pertinent information on planning for a possible 2024 presidential recount petition. This clerk communication provides detailed information on four recount topics: 1. Recount...

1. Purpose. This memorandum describes the availability and contact information for Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) support ahead of, and during, the 2024 General Election. 2. Extended Hours Ahead of Election Day. Normal office hours for WEC support are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4...

The information below provides important reminders for clerks as the Nov. 5, 2024, General Election approaches. Public Notice Requirements: The following notices are required to be published or posted ahead of Election Day: Type B Notice Instructions to voters and a sample ballot. Required to be...

Wisconsin statute §7.52 allows for a municipality to process and canvass their absentee ballots at an alternate, centralized location instead of the individual polling places. This communication provides helpful reminders of the various tasks required of central count municipalities. Ordinance and...

As the Nov. 5, 2024, General Election approaches, clerks and election officials remain busier than ever. The information below represents a few important reminders for clerks regarding in-person absentee voting (IPAV). What is in-person absentee voting (IPAV)? In-person absentee voting (IPAV) is the...

At the October 4, 2024, meeting of the Wisconsin Elections Commission, the Commissioners unanimously adopted an “Elector Challenges” pamphlet and directed staff to publish it. Wisconsin’s election officials may now print a copy of that approved tri-fold pamphlet to keep handy for when they receive...