Frequently Asked Questions

  

Where do I pay my water bill?

The Darboy Joint Sanitary District #1 office located at N398 County Road N, Appleton, WI 54915.  Payments can be mailed or paid directly at their office.

  

Where do I call for water and/or sewer related questions?

The Darboy Joint Sanitary District #1 at (920)788-6048.

  

Does the Town accept credit card payments?

No, the Town currently does not accept credit card payments.

  

Where do I pay my property taxes?

Property tax bills are mailed in mid to late December each year.  Payment in full or the 1st installment is due by January 31 to the Town of Buchanan, N178 County Rd. N, Appleton, WI  54915 in person or by mail.  After January 31, all payments are collected at the Outagamie County Treasurer's office, 410 S. Walnut Street, Appleton, WI  54911, phone number (920)832-5065.  2nd installments are due by July 31st and payable directly to the Outagamie County Treasurer.
  

Where do I get a dog license?

A license can be obtained at the Buchanan Town Hall during regular office hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday.  A current copy of the dog's rabies vaccination certificate must be brought along at the time the license is applied and paid for.

Click on the following link for a dog license application which can be submitted by mail: Buchanan Dog License Application

  

Can I get a dog license by mail?

Yes, please send a completed Buchanan Dog License Application, along with a copy of the current rabies vaccination certificate, a self-addressed stamped envelope, and include the correct fee for each dog.
  

What is the cost of a dog license?

If your pet is spayed/neutered the cost is $5.00.  If not, the cost is $10.00. If you fail to license your dog before March 31st of the current year, a $5.00 late fee must to be included for each dog you are licensing.  (Late fee does not apply to new puppies that have just received their first rabies vaccination or anyone who has just moved to the town after March 31st, as long as you apply for your license within 2 weeks).
  

Do I need a license for my cat?

Not at this time.
  

Where do I vote?

You will vote at the Buchanan Town Hall, N178 County Rd. N, Appleton, WI  54915.  The polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on election day.
  

On what holidays is the town hall office closed?

Our town office is closed on the following holidays:  New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
  

Who do I contact regarding my property assessment?

You should call Associated Appraisal Consultants, Inc.  They are located at 1314 W. College Avenue, P.O. Box 2111, Appleton, WI  54912-2111. Their office phone number is (920)749-1995.

  

What is the Town of Harrison's phone number?

The Town of Harrison's phone number is (920)989-1062.
  

What are the Town of Buchanan's Snow Emergency Parking Regulations?

Per Town of Buchanan municipal code 82-177 and 82-191 no person shall park any vehicle upon any town street in the Town of Buchanan between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. from November 1st through March 31st or when a snow emergency is declared (6 or more inches of snow).  Whenever a daytime snow emergency exists, the Town Administrator/Clerk will make announcement of such emergency to be broadcast on WHBY and WAPL radio stations.
  

Who do I call if the snowplow damages my mailbox?

The Town of Buchanan contracts with Outagamie County Highway Department to plow the town roads.  Outagamie County Highway department's phone number is (920)832-5674.
  

Who is the Town building inspector?

The Town building inspector is Paul Hermes.  He does not keep regular office hours, but can be reached on his mobile phone at (920)858-0102.
  

Where is the nearest Post Office?

Combined Locks Post Office on Wallace St. has lobby hours 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday & 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturday.  Window hours are 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Monday - Friday.  Saturday window hours are 8:30 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.  Phone: 1-800-275-8777 or internet site: www.usps.com

 

  
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