Markesan, Wisconsin Public Records

The online portal at https://myvote.wi.gov accepts registrations up to 20 days before an election. Those who prefer in-person registration can visit the municipal clerk's office or county clerk's office up to the day before the election, or simply register at their polling place on Election Day with proof of residence. The state requires voters to provide documentation such as a Wisconsin driver license, utility bill, bank statement, or other documents listed at myvote.wi.gov. Wisconsin doesn't have party registration, so voters can request any party's ballot when primary elections roll around. As an incorporated city, Markesan holds municipal elections in the spring of odd-numbered years for positions like mayor, city council members, and municipal judge if applicable. The next municipal elections are scheduled for April 2025 and April 2027, with February primaries occurring if more than two candidates file for a single office. Candidate information, local ballot questions, and sample ballots are available through the Green Lake County Clerk's office and at https://myvote.wi.gov. Residents can manage most of their election needs at https://myvote.wi.gov by entering their name and date of birth. The portal shows assigned polling places, sample ballots, voter registration status, and absentee ballot request options. Most city voters cast ballots at polling locations within town limits, typically at public buildings such as the Markesan Community Center or municipal buildings. Wisconsin's public election records include voter registration lists, which are available to candidates, parties, and qualifying requesters under Wis. Stat. § 6.36. Campaign finance reports can be searched at https://cfis.wi.gov, while candidate filing information, nomination papers, and precinct-level election results are also publicly accessible. The Wisconsin Elections Commission at https://elections.wi.gov maintains statewide election data, results, and voter information. During the November 2024 general election, Green Lake County reported voter turnout of approximately 70-75% of registered voters, consistent with Wisconsin's traditionally high participation rates in presidential elections. The county has historically leaned Republican in statewide contests, though local races may vary. The November 3, 2026 general election will be critical for Markesan and Green Lake County voters. On the ballot will be: Wisconsin's gubernatorial race (Governor Tony Evers' current term expires in January 2027), all seats in the Wisconsin State Assembly, odd-numbered Wisconsin State Senate districts (District 18 covers Green Lake County), county-level offices including County Board supervisors, Green Lake County Sheriff, County Clerk, Register of Deeds, Treasurer, and possibly county judicial seats. There is no U.S. Senate seat from Wisconsin on the ballot in 2026 (Wisconsin's seats are up in 2024 and 2028). Markesan municipal offices are elected in spring elections, not November general elections. Wisconsin voters may request absentee ballots for any reason. Requests can be made online at https://myvote.wi.gov, by mail, email, or in person to the municipal clerk (for Markesan, contact the City Clerk at 920-398-3307) or the Green Lake County Clerk. Absentee ballot requests must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. On the fifth day before the election. Military and overseas voters have extended deadlines. Completed absentee ballots must be returned by 8:00 p.m. On Election Day to be counted, either by mail (postmarks do not count, must be received by deadline), in person to the clerk's office, or to the polling place on Election Day.