City of New Lisbon Common Council:
The “legislature” of each city in Wisconsin is the common council. Its members, also called councilperson or alderpersons, are elected on a nonpartisan basis at the spring election. By state law, the council has control of city property, finances, streets and public services.
In general, the council may approve and amend the citys annual budget, grant city licenses, levy property and other authorized taxes, act on claims against the city, enter contracts and otherwise act for the good order of the city and welfare of the public.
Councils are required to meet at least monthly. The City of New Lisbon meets on the first and third Monday of each month at 7pm.
The Mayor presides over council meetings. Although listed by statute as a member of the council, the mayor may vote in case of a tie and cannot be counted in determining a quorum. Each council selects a Council Presidents who presides over council meetings in the Mayors absence.
Alderperson:
1st Ward Alderperson Ken Southworth
2nd Ward Alderperson Mark Toelle
3rd Ward Alderperson vacant
4th Ward – Marv Newlun, President
City of New Lisbon Police Department:
The New Lisbon Police Department recognizes and appreciates the small town values and beliefs, which is the cornerstone of this community. We will strive to hold onto our close community heritage by promoting a working partnership between officers and citizens. This agency will endeavor to enhance the quality of life by identifying and resolving community concerns through fairness, integrity, professionalism and encourage innovative problem solving.
Values
The New Lisbon Police Department recognizes and appreciates the small town values and beliefs, which is the cornerstone of this community. We will strive to hold onto our close community heritage by promoting a working partnership between officers and citizens. This agency will endeavor to enhance the quality of life by identifying and resolving community concerns through fairness, integrity, professionalism and encourage innovative problem solving.
PROFESSIONALISM
The New Lisbon Police Department must be held accountable to the citizens we serve. We recognize that our success is dependent upon the trust and confidence of the community. Therefore, we shall strive to hold ourselves to higher standards of moral and ethical conduct, which reflects the integrity of police professionals.
COMMUNITY
New Lisbon is a progressive community, which desires to retain its small town family values. We endeavor to control crime and maintain public order. We will identify and respond to community expectations and concerns. We recognize the importance that families have a sense of safety and security in their homes and on our streets. We understand that crime is a community problem and we will work with the community in a proactive approach to reduce it.
PROBLEM SOLVING
The New Lisbon Police Department believes that the entire department must be participatory in decision-making. We encourage and value employee involvement. Law enforcement and public safety is a community-wide concern. Therefore, we must actively seek citizen involvement in all aspects of policing. We shall strive to interact and become involved within the community cultivating effective working relationships with other governmental, public and civic agencies and organizations in pursuit of shared goals.
PRIDE
The officers of the New Lisbon Police Department will always promote the pride of our community, our department, and our profession. We regard ourselves as being professional and caring people who provide a valued service to the citizens of New Lisbon.
Under Wisconsin State Law, you may file an objection to your property assessment. The tax rate you are charged is the same for all residents within the district. The amount of real estate tax you pay is determined by the assessment on your property.
If you feel that your property assessment is incorrect; you may appear before the City of New Lisbon Board of Review.
An official “Objection to Property Assessment” form must be completed and returned prior to the Board of Review. These forms are available at the City Clerks office.
The City Clerk is appointed by the Mayor and Council and is the custodian of official City records, ordinances and Council proceedings. Other duties of the City Clerk’s office include:
* Care and custody of the City seal
* Maintaining records of licenses, permits and bonds
* Keeping an accurate list of tax collections
* Making papers and records available for inspection
* Administering oaths or affirmations
* Having charge and supervision of elections and voter registration
* Budgets and financial records
