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Notice 12-22-2025: Property Tax Questions? Please E-MAIL Megan Giles: [email protected]

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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 Rusk, P.O. Box 61, Chetek, WI  54728. You may also bring your check payment to the drop box at Rusk Town Hall, N704 CTH F (at intersection of CTH D). We do not accept cash payments. Please enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope will ensure a returned receipt. After January 31, all payments are collected at the Rusk County Treasurer's office, 311 Miner Ave E, Ladysmith, WI  54848. Phone number 715.532.2105. 2nd installments are due by July 31st and payable directly to the Rusk County Treasurer.
Does the Town accept credit card payments?
NO, tax payments must be paid by check.
How do I change a name on my tax statement?
Name changes can only be made to Real Estate Property tax bills by recording a new deed in the Rusk County Register of Deeds office. There are no exceptions.