Conover, Wisconsin Public Records

Wisconsin residents can register online at https://myvote.wi.gov, the state's central portal for election services. Eligibility requires U.S. Citizenship, Wisconsin residency for at least 28 consecutive days before the election, and being 18 years old. The state permits same-day registration at polling places, though voters must bring proof of residence such as a Wisconsin driver's license, utility bill, bank statement, or other approved documentation. Online registration closes 20 days before each election. At the polls, Wisconsin law requires photo identification including a state driver's license, state ID card, military ID, passport, or other approved forms. Because Conover is an unincorporated community, residents don't vote for a mayor or city council. Instead, they participate in Town of Phelps elections for town board members, typically held during the spring election on the first Tuesday in April during odd-numbered years. County races for Vilas County Board supervisors, sheriff, clerk, treasurer, and other constitutional officers appear on spring and fall ballots. Voters can locate their specific polling place by entering their address at https://myvote.wi.gov/en-US/FindMyPollingPlace. Most residents cast ballots at the Phelps Community Center or other designated sites within the town. Vilas County saw strong turnout in the November 2024 presidential election, with approximately 67-70% of registered voters participating. Roughly 14,000 votes were cast from about 20,000 registered voters, reflecting the historically high participation rates the county shows in presidential contests. One of Wisconsin's two U.S. Senate seats will be contested, along with all eight U.S. House seats representing the state. County-level races include Vilas County Board supervisors and, depending on the election cycle, constitutional officers such as sheriff, clerk, treasurer, and register of deeds. Spring 2026 may also feature a Wisconsin Supreme Court election if a seat comes up that year. Wisconsin election records are largely public under Wisconsin Statutes §6.36 and related provisions. Political parties, candidates, and researchers can purchase voter registration lists through the Wisconsin Elections Commission. Campaign finance reports for state and local candidates must be filed electronically and are searchable at https://cfis.wi.gov, the Campaign Finance Information System. The County Clerk and Wisconsin Elections Commission publish detailed election results by ward and municipality at https://elections.wi.gov. Candidate filings, nomination papers, and campaign registration documents are also public records available through the Vilas County Clerk. Absentee voting is available both in-person and by mail throughout Wisconsin. Voters can request absentee ballots online at https://myvote.wi.gov, by mail, email, or in person at the Vilas County Clerk's office. Requests must arrive by 5:00 PM on the Thursday before Election Day for regular absentee voting. In-person absentee voting at the Vilas County Clerk's office begins two weeks before each election and continues through the Sunday before Election Day. Military and overseas voters receive additional accommodations and extended deadlines under federal and state law.