The basics: Your guide to getting around

It doesn't matter whether you just moved into Mequon-Thiensville or whether you're a lifetime resident, here's your guide to just about everything you need to know about living in the area.

How do I change the address on my driver's license?

You can do this over the phone, through the mail or in person at the nearest state Department of Motor Vehicle location. The nearest DMV office is located in Port Washington at 513 W. Grand Ave. If you’d rather do it via the mail or phone, you can get the details at the DMV’s web site.

How do I change my address with the Postal Service?

You can do this in person at the Thiensville Post Office, 124 W. Freistadt Road, or you can do it online at the Postal Service’s web site.

How do I register children for school?

To begin the enrollment process in the Mequon-Thiensville School District, the student’s parent/guardian should go to the nearest school. If you have questions about school registration, call 262-238-8500 or visit the district’s web site for more information.

When is the trash picked up?

Mequon residents are required to contract privately with a licensed hauler for garbage and recycling pickup. The licensed haulers are: Onyx Waste Services (262) 679-0860; Ozaukee Disposal (262) 377-4640; or Waste Management (262) 253-8440.

In Thiensville, the village has hired Onyx Waste Services to pick up trash. To find out when your garbage and recyclables will be collected, call Village Hall at (414) 242-3720.

Where is City Hall and Village Hall? What are the hours?

Mequon City Hall is located at 11333 N. Cedarburg Road. It’s open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m Mondays through Fridays.

Thiensville Village Hall is located at 250 Elm St. It’s open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.

Who are my local elected officials? How can I reach them?

Mequon is led by an elected part-time mayor who serves as the city’s chief executive officer. The Common Council consists of eight aldermen, with one elected from each district. A full-time city administrator oversees the day-to-day operations of the city. The current mayor is Christine Nuernberg. Click here for phone numbers and e-mail address for all city officials. Here’s a map of aldermanic districts to find out who your alderman is.

Thiensville is governed by a seven-member Village Board, which is headed by the village president. The current village president is Donald Molyneux. Click here for phone numbers and e-mail address for all village officials.

Where is the local library? What are the library hours?

Mequon and Thiensville are served by the Frank L. Weyenberg Library, 11345 N. Cedarburg Road in Mequon. The library is open Mondays through Saturdays and is closed Sundays. Click here for complete library hours or call (262) 242-2593.

How do I register to vote? Where do I vote?

You can register to vote at the Mequon City Hall or Thiensville Village Hall prior to election day, or you can register at the polling place on the day of the election, provided you have proper identification.

Mequon residents should click here for details on how to register or call the City Clerk’s office at (262) 236-2914. Click here to find out where to vote on Election Day.

All Thiensville residents vote at Village Hall, 250 Elm St. For more information, call the village clerk’s office at (262) 242-3720.

Where can I learn more about merchants and shopping in the Mequon-Thiensville area?

The area has hundreds of fine businesses that offer a large variety of goods and services. The Mequon-Thiensville Chamber of Commerce can provide you with more information about local businesses. Give them a call at (262) 512-9358.