Community Resources
Please see below for resources related to driving, employment and career, finances, health and wellness, South Milwaukee, technology, and voting.
Driving
- Wisconsin Department of Transportation: Information on driver and commercial driving licensing, including how to apply and the Motorists’ Handbook, which can also be found in the library.
- DMV Practice Tests & Handbook
Employment & Career
- Gale Courses: A database that provides instructor-led courses for professional development and more.
- LearningExpress: A database that includes tutorials for adult core skills and career preparation and is available with a library card.
- Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development: General information regarding coronavirus (COVID-19), with links to information on unemployment as well as employment and training. To apply for unemployment benefits, click here. Also, view their Job Seeker Collection and other important links.
Job Searching
- Glassdoor: List of available jobs in the U.S.
- Goodwill Workforce Connection Centers: In-person assistance for job seekers.
- Job Center of Wisconsin: List of available jobs through the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.
- Indeed: List of available jobs in the U.S.
- LinkedIn Job Search: List of available jobs through the professional network LinkedIn.
- Monster: List of available jobs in the U.S. and worldwide.
- Wisconsin Job Network: List of available jobs in Wisconsin.
Finances
Individuals
- Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: A financial guide for individuals.
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS): Information on federal tax return and payment filing dates, as well as Coronavirus Tax Relief and Economic Impact Payments.
- University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension: A list of financial resources for individuals and businesses.
- Wisconsin Department of Revenue: Includes tax forms and instructions, as well as COVID-19 information and announcements.
Businesses
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: A guide for businesses and employers on planning and responding to coronavirus (COVID-19).
- Milwaukee County Administrative Services: A list of resources and helpful organizations for affected businesses in Milwaukee County.
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration: Information for workers and employers on planning and responding to coronavirus (COVID-19).
- U.S. Small Business Administration: Includes information on small business guidance and loan resources.
- Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation: Guidelines for reopening, as well as resources on relief and recovery.
Health & Wellness
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Information on coronavirus (COVID-19), including the number of cases in the United States, symptoms of the illness, vaccines, and more.
- Healthy MKE: Includes resources and information on the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccines, specifically in the Milwaukee area.
- Milwaukee County: Information on coronavirus (COVID-19), including the number of cases in Milwaukee County, and a community resources guide on available services and resources.
- Test Up MKE: Information, updates, and support on coronavirus (COVID-19) testing in the Milwaukee area.
- Wisconsin Department of Health Services: Information on coronavirus (COVID-19), including the number of cases in Wisconsin, symptoms of the illness, ways to deal with stress, and more.
- 211 Wisconsin: A list of resources on medical concerns, financial assistance, and more.
South Milwaukee
- City of South Milwaukee: Includes recent updates from the Health Department and other community resources.
- School District of South Milwaukee: Information on the district’s reopening plans and resources for students and families.
Library
- E-Resources: A list of e-resources available with a library card. Sign up for an e-card to access digital resources for learning and entertainment. Borrow e-books, e-audiobooks, movies, and more!
- Kid-Friendly Databases: A list of databases to supplement learning and provide entertainment for children.
- Programming: Check out our Adult Events, Teen Events, and Youth Events pages for upcoming events and more.
Taxes
- AARP Foundation Tax-Aide: Includes information on tax preparation services in the greater Milwaukee area.
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS): Includes forms, instructions, and publications from the IRS.
- Wisconsin Department of Revenue: Includes forms and instructions from the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.
Technology
- Internet: Includes a map of free, public WiFi locations across the State of Wisconsin and a list of offers from internet service providers.
- Mobile Wireless Access (Hotspots): Includes information on getting portable hotspots for students.
Voting
- City of South Milwaukee: Includes election information on absentee voting, becoming a poll worker, election results, and voter registration.
- MyVote Wisconsin: Includes information on absentee voting, polling places, registering to vote, and tracking your ballot.
- Wisconsin Election Commissions: Includes information on voting, elections, candidates, and clerks regarding Wisconsin elections.