About

Mission, Goals, and Objectives

Our mission 

is to administer essential local government services to the public, including:

• Free, fair, accessible elections
• Impartial licensing
• Open meetings and open records
• Legislative process support

Our purpose 

is to create an inclusive, transparent, and welcoming Clerk’s Office that makes civic participation accessible to all.

Our Vision

Our Madison, Your Clerk’s Office

A Trusted Civic Hub

Our Values

• Human centered service
• Equity
• Accessibility
• Integrity
• Transparency
• Innovation
• Empowerment

Everyone in the Clerk's Office is cross-trained on all office duties.  All Clerk's Office employees are either working toward or have already earned certification as a Wisconsin Certified Municipal Clerk through the Wisconsin Municipal Clerks Association.

The Madison City Clerk's Office is a Center for Election Excellence.