Legal Disclaimer & Copyright

By accessing or using the Outagamie County website, you agree to the terms outlined below.

Use of Information

Outagamie County provides website content and online services as a public service. Information made available on this site is provided on an “as is” basis and may be updated, changed, or removed at any time without notice.

While the County makes reasonable efforts to provide accurate and current information, it does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or usefulness of any information on this website.

Limitation of Liability

Outagamie County, including its departments, boards, committees, commissions, elected officials, appointed officials, and employees, is not liable for any damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, this website or its content. This includes direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages, including loss of data, business interruption, or system failure.

The County is also not responsible for damages resulting from viruses, interruptions, errors, omissions, delays, unauthorized access, or other technical issues associated with use of this site.

No Warranty

All information, documents, and services on this website are provided without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or freedom from computer viruses.

External Links and Third-Party Content

This website may include links to external websites for informational purposes. Outagamie County does not control, endorse, or guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of content on external sites and is not responsible for their content, availability, or privacy practices.

Any opinions, statements, services, or products offered by third parties are those of the respective provider and do not imply County endorsement.

Accessibility Statement

Outagamie County is committed to providing digital access for all users, including people with disabilities. We are continually working to improve the accessibility and usability of our website and strive to align with applicable accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.0 Level AA.

If you experience difficulty accessing website content or need assistance, please contact us:

Online:  Contact Us Form

We welcome accessibility feedback and aim to respond within 5 business days.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Outagamie County complies with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal access.

For public meetings, individuals needing accommodations should contact the Legislative Services office at least two business days in advance whenever possible by calling: 920.832.5054.

If you would like to file a grievance against Outagamie County, please contact the Human Resources Department and ask for the client complaint/grievance form. 

Your contact for filing your grievance will be:

Cindy Golden
Human Resources Department
320 S. Walnut St.
Appleton WI 54911
920-832-1668

Equal Employment Opportunity

Outagamie County is committed to equal employment opportunity and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to any protected status under applicable federal or Wisconsin law.

This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, training, discipline, and separation.

Civil Rights Compliance

Outagamie County complies with applicable federal and state civil rights laws and does not discriminate in County programs, services, or activities on any legally protected basis.

If you would like to file a grievance against Outagamie County, please contact the Human Resources Department and ask for the client complaint/grievance form. 

Your contact for filing your grievance will be:

Cindy Golden
Human Resources Department
320 S. Walnut St.
Appleton WI 54911
920-832-1668

Family and Medical Leave

Outagamie County provides family and medical leave in accordance with the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Wisconsin Family and Medical Leave Act, applying the greater benefit where required by law.

Privacy and Public Records

Information collected through this website may be subject to Wisconsin public records laws and other applicable laws governing disclosure of government records.

If you browse the website, the County may automatically collect limited technical information such as:

• IP address and domain
• Browser and operating system
• Date and time of visit
• Pages visited
• Referring website

This information is used to maintain, improve, and analyze website performance and services.

If you voluntarily submit information through email, forms, or surveys, the County may retain your contact information and the content of your communication in accordance with applicable records retention and public records laws.

Public Disclosure

Outagamie County makes reasonable efforts to protect personally identifiable information, but information submitted through this site may be subject to inspection and copying under Wisconsin public records law unless a specific exemption applies.

If there is a conflict between this notice and applicable law, the law will control.

Copyright

Unless otherwise noted, website content created by Outagamie County is intended for public, noncommercial use consistent with applicable copyright law. Any reuse beyond fair use may require County permission. Third-party materials, including certain images, logos, and graphics, may be subject to separate rights restrictions.

Linking Policy

Outagamie County may include links to governmental, educational, nonprofit, community, service, and other organizations that support the County’s public purpose. The County reserves the right to decide whether and where external links appear on its website.

The County generally does not link to political candidates, partisan advocacy organizations, personal websites, or commercial sites that do not serve a clear public purpose.

Governing Law

Use of this website and any disputes related to it are governed by the laws of the State of Wisconsin and other applicable federal laws.