Contact

Town of Tainter
N8150 County Road D
Colfax WI 54730

Phone: 715-235-3165

Email: tainter@tainter.wi.gov

Notices / Announcements

  • A revaluation of property assessments in the Town of Tainter shall occur for the 2025 assessment year. Please see additional notices under the Town Board heading.

Invitation to Bid

2025 chip seal road project specs and bid information can be found here.

Quotes Requested

Quotes requested for tree trimming and/or tree removal. Additional information can be found here.

Burning Permits

Burning permits are required and can be obtained by clicking here.

Payments

Payments for all Town of Tainter fees and/or taxes can now be made using a credit card. A convenience fee of 2.95% for credit and debit cards is charged by our provider with a minimum card fee of $3.95. Application forms are still required to be completed and submitted to the Town of Tainter. 

Click here to make a credit card payment


Solid Waste & Recycling

Tainter resident may use either the Colfax or Elk Mound collection sites offered through the Colfax Solid Waste and Recycling program for waste disposal. Click on the Solid Waste & Recycling Management Flyer below for more information.

Solid Waste & Recycling Management Flyer


Dog Licenses

Dog Licenses are due by March 31st (late fees apply April 1st through Dec 31st).

Dog License Application


Notice to Taxpayers

First half Real Estate tax tax payments are due January 31.

PRIOR TO FEB 1ST, tax payments shall be paid to the TOWN OF TAINTER TREASURER. Future dated checks will NOT be accepted.

Make check payable to Town of Tainter Treasurer and mail to:

Town of Tainter
Attn: Town Treasurer
N8150 CTH DG
Colfax, WI 54730

*Property Tax payments made on or after February 1 shall be paid to the Dunn County Treasurer.