Tomah, WI · Monroe County
Petition for Annexation
This petition asks the City of Tomah to annex contiguous property from the Town of Tomah; property owners submit it with a complete legal description and a scaled, dimensioned map.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Property owners use this petition to request direct annexation of contiguous real estate to the City of Tomah from the Town of Tomah. The form says a complete, detailed legal description and a scaled, dimensioned map must accompany the application for placement on the Plan Commission agenda; abbreviated descriptions are not accepted. It also lists an annexation fee and says payment is due when the petition is presented to the City.
Who needs it
Owners seeking to annex contiguous property to the City of Tomah submit this petition with the required legal description, map, and applicable fee.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a “Subscribed and sworn to before me” jurat; the circulator signs before the notary, who completes the notarial details.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Petition
Get the Petition for Annexation from the City of Tomah.
- 2
Complete the Form
Enter the requested information and arrange for the complete legal description and scaled, dimensioned map to accompany the petition.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote notarization with a commissioned online notary for the circulator’s jurat.
- 4
Sign on Video
The circulator signs during the online notary session and completes the oath.
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Submit to the City
Present the petition, legal description, map, and applicable fee to the City of Tomah.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Tomah. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I submit the Tomah annexation petition?
- Complete the petition and attach a complete legal description and scaled, dimensioned map. The form says the petition and annexation fee are presented to the City; contact the City for submission details.
- Do I need a map and legal description?
- Yes. The form says a complete and detailed legal description and a scaled, dimensioned map must accompany the application for Plan Commission agenda placement. Short or abbreviated descriptions are not accepted.
- Can I sign this petition with an online notary?
- Wisconsin Stat. §140.145 authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary, but confirm the City’s acceptance of a remotely notarized petition; confirm with the city or village if unsure.
- Who signs in front of the notary?
- The form’s jurat is for the circulator: it says “Subscribed and sworn to before me” and provides a separate signature line for the circulator.