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1. Where can I find animal control information?

Animal Control Questions, Concerns or Problems? 

Dogs running at large, unleashed, barking or nuisance.
Chapter 64 Animals, Town of St. Joseph Ordinance

Contact the Animal Control Officer:

• Contact Darel Hall at (715) 377-5141
• Dedicatedanimalcontrolservices@gmail.com

View our Animal Control page for more information.

2. How do I get a dog license?

Dog
Licensing General Information
State
law requires all dogs to be licensed annually. All dog licenses expire December
31^st of the year they were issued. Pay in person or by mail to Town Hall, 1337 County Road V, Hudson WI 54016.  Proof of rabies is required.

Fees

1.  Regular Fee: January 1st  to March 31st.
2. Late Fee: Tag fees double for payment made April 1st to December 31st
3. New residents & New Dog Owners: 30 day grace period before late fees apply

Dog License Application:

•  DOG LICENSE APPLICATION (PDF)

3. When do I need a Kennel License?

Private Kennel Licenses 
Individuals with three (3) or more dogs or six (6) or more cats  must apply
for a commercial kennel license. All kennel licenses expire December 31^st of the year they were issued. 
 

Commercial Kennel Licenses 
Individuals with three (3)  or more dogs or six (6) or more cats  must apply for a commercial kennel license. All kennel licenses expire December 31^st of the year they were issued. 

Application:

Kennel Application (PDF)

4. How is my animal reclaiming fee determined?

Animal Reclaiming Fees

First Offense: $100 plus actual costs 

Second or Additional Offenses per Year: $200/ea plus actual costs  

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1. How do I find my Property Tax information?

Visit the Treasurer of St. Croix County, WIfor property tax information.

2. How do I find my Property Records?

Visit the St. Croix County website to find your property records.

3. How do I contact the PROPERTY Assessor?

Contact the town’s property assessor, Chimney Rock Appraisal, Mark Garlic.

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1. Who do I call for building permit questions?

In the Town of St. Joseph all building inspection services and  any questions regarding "building permits" are handled by  All-Croix Inspectios, Corp .  For more information see their website at  https://www.allcroix.com/ 

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1. How do I register to Vote?

Visit the MyVote website.

2. How do I get an Absentee Ballot?

Visit the MyVote website.

3. How do I find voter information online?

Visit the MyVote website.

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1. Where do I get a Burning permit form?

The form is not available on-line.   The burning permit form is available at the Town Hall or the Fire Department during regular hours of operation.

2. How much does a Burning permit cost?

There is no cost to obtain a burn permit.

3. How long does a Burning permit last?

The time is perpetual for the address listed.

4. Who do I call when I want to burn?

Each day you plan to burn, call the St. Croix County Communication Center at (715) 386-4701. 

If the burn goes past the date provided you will need to make an additional call to the communication center.  

5. How do I find out when I have to get a Building permit?

Contact the town’s building inspector, All Croix Inspections, Todd Dolan.

6. How do I get a Building permit?

Contact the town’s building inspector, All Croix Inspections, Todd Dolan.

7. How do I get a Driveway permit?

Contact the town’s Deputy Zoning Administrator, Jay Kimble.

8. How do I get a Fire number?

Fill out the Fire Number form (PDF).

9. How do I get a replacement Fire number?

Fill out the Fire Number form (PDF).

10. How do I get a permit to sell door to door (Transient Merchant)?

Fill out the Transient Merchant form (PDF).

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1. How do I rent tables and/or chairs?

Effective January 10, 2019 the Town of St. Joseph does not rent tables or chairs.  The decision to discontinue rental of tables and chairs was passed at the 01/10/2019 Town Board meeting by Resolution 2019-01.

2. How do I reserve the Ballfield located at the St. Joseph Town Hall?

In order to reserve your date you will need to complete this form Ball Field Request Form (PDF) and submit payment to the clerk's office.  Your reservation will not be final until staff has processed your request.  Reservations are first to submit form and payment no tentative dates will be held.  Payment is nonrefundable.

3. How do I reserve the Pavilion at the Town Hall?

Fill out the Park Pavilion Request Form (PDF).  Reservations are first to submit form and deposit no tentative dates will be held.  Your deposit check will be shredded if no damage occurs.

4. How do I reserve the Town Hall?

Fill out the Town Hall Use Form (PDF).  Reservations are first to submit form and payment no tentative dates will be held.  Payment is nonrefundable and your deposit check will be shredded if no issues occur.

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1. How do I apply to be a volunteer with the St. Joseph Fire and EMR department?

Complete an Employment Application.

2. How do I make a donation to the Fire or the Emergency Services Department?

You can drop your donation off at the clerk’s office or send it in the mail to:
1339 County Road V
Hudson, WI 54016

Please make checks payable to the St. Joseph Fire Department.

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1. How do you get on the ballot to become a Town Board Member?

Under revision

2. How does the town fill vacant town board positions?

The remaining members of the Town Board and the Clerk/Treasurer may select the process to fill the vacancy.

3. How do I request an item be added to the town board agenda?

Send an email request to clerk@townofstjoseph.com 

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1. How do I make a suggestion for an Agenda Item?

Send an email request to Nicole Stewart.

2. How do I request an item be added to a Plan Commission or Town Committee Agenda

Send an email request to clerk@townofstjoseph.com or deputyclerk@townofstjoseph.com. 

3. When are Plan Commission materails due to be heard at the next meeting.

All Plan Commission materials and payment are due 14 days before the meeting.

4. How do I request Plan Commission Forms?

Please send an email request to clerk@townofstjoseph.com or deputyclerk@townofstjoseph.com.

5. How do I join the Plan Commission?

Plan Commission members are appointed by the town board. If interested, submit a letter of interest by emailing clerk@townofstjoseph.com

6. When are town Committee or Plan Commission Meetings held?

Monthly Meeting Dates 

Public Works Committee: 1st Tuesday of every month 

Plan Commission: 1st Wednesday of every month 

Parks, Trails & Recreation Committee: 3rd Wednesday of every month

Quarterly Meeting Dates

 The Finance and Public Safety Committees meet every quarter.

7. What is the compensation for Plan Commission Members?

Plan Commission members receive $20 for every meeting the member attends. 

The Plan Commission Chair is paid $100 every month for holding that position.

8. How do I join the Finance, Parks-Trails- Recreation, Public Works or Safety Committee?

Submit a letter of interest by emailing clerk@townofstjoseph.com.