Muskego, Wisconsin Public Records

The state also permits same-day registration at polling places on Election Day with proof of residence such as a Wisconsin driver's license, utility bill, or bank statement showing current address. Eligible voters must be U.S. Citizens, Wisconsin residents for at least 28 consecutive days before the election, and at least 18 years old. Municipal elections for Mayor and Common Council take place in April of odd-numbered years. The Mayor serves a three-year term, while seven Common Council members - representing six districts plus one at-large seat - serve staggered three-year terms. Upcoming municipal elections are scheduled for April 2025 and April 2027. Residents can find their assigned polling place by entering their address at myvote.wi.gov, which also provides sample ballots and election dates. The city typically operates multiple polling locations including Muskego City Hall, Muskego Fire Station #2, and various school sites. Wisconsin maintains extensive public access to election records. Voter registration lists are available for inspection at Waukesha County Clerk's office, with certain information accessible through myvote.wi.gov. Campaign finance records reside with the Wisconsin Ethics Commission at ethics.wi.gov, where users can search contributions and expenditures for state and local candidates. Candidate registration forms and nomination papers are filed with the Waukesha County Clerk for county offices and the City Clerk for municipal races. Precinct-level results appear on the Waukesha County Clerk's website following certification. During the November 2024 presidential election, the county recorded approximately 68-70% voter turnout among registered voters. While Waukesha County remains one of Wisconsin's most reliably Republican-leaning areas, Muskego displays slightly more political diversity than some neighboring communities. On November 3, 2026, Wisconsin voters including local residents will decide several major races. The U.S. Senate seat is not up that year - the next Senate race occurs in 2028 - but voters will elect a Governor for a four-year term as incumbent Tony Evers' current term ends in January 2027. State legislative races include Wisconsin State Assembly District 83, which covers the city, and Wisconsin State Senate District 33, though Senate seats may not be contested depending on the election cycle. County-level races in 2026 will include Waukesha County Executive, County Board supervisors, and potentially constitutional offices such as Sheriff, Clerk of Circuit Court, District Attorney, Register of Deeds, Treasurer, and Coroner, depending on term schedules. State Supreme Court races may also appear if seats come up for election. Wisconsin offers both mail and in-person absentee voting. Voters can apply online at myvote.wi.gov, by mail, email, or in person at the Waukesha County Clerk's office. Applications for mail ballots must be received by the Thursday before Election Day. In-person absentee voting is available at the Waukesha County Clerk's office and potentially at Muskego City Hall during designated periods before elections. Absentee ballots must be returned by 8:00 PM on Election Day to be counted, whether by mail (postmarks do not count), in-person delivery to the municipal clerk, or at the polling place.