Village of Rosendale, WI Web Site

211 N. Grant Street Rosendale, WI 54974 (920) 872-2740

Welcome to the Village of Rosendale, Wisconsin. Rosendale is a small community located 11 miles west of Fond du Lac in northeast Wisconsin. This website is intended to be of use to both visitors and village members alike. We welcome you to our community and hope you enjoy your time here.

Village News

Job Opportunity

The Village of Rosendale is looking to hire a part-time administrative assistant for the Rosendale Police Department. The ideal candidate must be willing to learn new skills and progressively take on more responsibilities. Must have customer service experience and be proficient in Microsoft Work & Excel. The administrative assistant will work under the supervision of the Chief of Police for up to 10 hours per week. Specific responsibilities include maintenance of department records, monthly filing of Uniform Crime Reports, answering phones, assisting the general public, creating and modifying documents, and performing general clerical duties. The position does not qualify for health insurance or the Wisconsin Retirement System. Preference will be given to qualified candidates with municipal experience.

Application forms are available by contacting the Clerk-Treasurer at 920-872-2740 or ewirkus@villageofrosendale.com

Submit application, resume, and letter of interest to:

Village of Rosendale

ATTN: Clerk-Treasurer

P.O. Box 424

Rosendale, WI 54974

A Big Thank You is in order for the many people, businesses & organizations who came together to provide the funds necessary for lighted Christmas decorations in Rosendale. In a drive spearheaded by Rennae Quast and Emajean Westphal the following businesses/groups contributed: National Bank of Waupun-Rosendale, Bluemkes Inc., Power Packaging, Rosendale Dairy, Thrivent Financial, Rosendale Lions Club, and Rosendale Cemetary Association. In addition thanks to many people who wanted this and helped by contributing money in the red cans that were in various businesses in Rosendale. Besides the 4 lighted decorations that will be placed on all 4 edges of the Village will will now have a large lighted evergreen near the intersection. This was the idea of Boyd Rasmussen who volunteered his time & equipment from Red's Tree Trimming to accomplish this task.

Representing the businesses & organizations who through their generosity provided the money for the Village of Rosendale's Christmas decorations are: (seated) Jerry Weber, Power Packaging; Jennifer Gitzel, National Bank of Waupun in Rosendale; Marcie Kunkle, Rosendale Cemetary Association; (standing) Jim Westphal, Bluemkes Inc.; Duane Ciske, Rosendale Lions; Josh Stollfus, Rosendale Dairy; & Tom Koch, Thrivent Financial

Important Information

Village of Rosendale 2014 Tax Year payable in 2014

How to Pay Your Taxes

Payment amounts are included on the payment stub(s), located at the bottom of your tax bill. Please enclose the appropriate payment stub(s) with your payment. Payments may be mailed to the address on the payment stub or deposited in the drop box located at the right of the front door of the Rosendale Municipal Building at 211 N. Grant Street

Receipts will only be returned if you have enclosed a self addressed stamped envelope with your payment. Payment will be accepted in the form of a check, cashier's check or money order. Verify that the escrow check meets or exceeds the tax bill amount and endorse the escrow check. Overpayments will be refunded within four weeks of payment. Taxes may also be paid in person at the Treasurer's Office at 211 N. Grant Street during the dates and times on the In Person Tax Collection Schedule listed below. Any in person overpayments will be mailed out within four weeks of payment.

Warning: If payment is not made by the due dates, the installment option is lost and total tax is delinquent and subject to interest and penalty. See reverse side of our property tax bill for complete explanation.

In Person Tax Collection Schedule ONLY on the dates listed:

Tuesday through Thursday December 16, 17, 18, 2014 8:00 AM to 3 PM

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday December 29, 30, 31, 2014 8:00 AM to 3 PM

Monday through Friday January 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 2015 8:00 AM to 3 PM

Monday through Friday January 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 2015 8:00 AM to 3 PM

Monday through Friday January 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 2015 8:00 AM to 3 PM

Tuesday through Friday January 28, 29, 30, 31, 2015 8:00 AM to 3 PM

**Attention Village of Rosendale Residents**

If anyone notices a light pole throughout the Village that appears to be burnt out, please contact the Village Clerks Office so it can be reported to Alliant and repaired.

You can contact the Village Clerks Office by calling 920-872-2740 or

e-mail Emily at ewirkus@villageofrosendale.com

Dog and Cat Licenses

Provide more security for your pet. Lost pets wearing current licenses find their way home sooner than those without. Pets without a collar and tags are often assumed to be a stray and never make their way home to their family. Let people know that you care about your pet. Keep your animal's vaccinations and licenses current. Place a collar with current tags on you pet. If we can locate you, we can get your pet home to you. Licenses can be obtained from the Village Clerk. A record of vaccination is required.

Ordinance #102 now requires ALL DOGS & CATS to be licensed. Residents will be allowed only 3 dogs or 3 cats, or any combination thereof. Licenses can be obtained from the Village Clerk durning normal business hours. A record of vaccination is required.

Dog Licenses: $3.00 each for Spayed or Neutered, $8.oo each if not Spayed or Neutered

Cat Licenses: $3.00 each for Spayed or Neutered, $8.oo each if not Spayed or Neutered

~Late fees: $10.00 per animal if registered AFTER March 31st~

If you have a lost pet, please contact the Police Department or Public Works Office. The Village has a kennel to house lost pets until the owner(s) can be contacted.

Ordinance #102 defines animal control by the following:

* All dogs must be on a leash or chain not to exceed 6 feet in length and must be in the hands of the person controlling the dog.

* All persons having custody or control of any dog must keep the dog in an enclosure; be kept on an appropriate chain or tie not to exceed 6 feet in length; in an enclosed yard, whether walled or fenced, or in any other appropriate restraining enclosure. Underground "silent fencing" much also meet the requirements or the ordinance