Village of Hancock, Wisconsin – Accessibility Statement
Effective Date: May 7, 2026
The Village of Hancock, Wisconsin is committed to making our website accessible to all residents and visitors, including individuals with disabilities. We strive to ensure that everyone can access the information and resources available on our site.
1 – Accessibility Standard
We work to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA — the technical standard required for state and local government websites under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). These guidelines are developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) and address a wide range of recommendations for making web content more accessible to people with disabilities.
2 – Known Limitations
While we strive to make all content on our website accessible, some limitations may exist:
- PDF documents. Some older documents such as meeting agendas, minutes, and ordinances may not be fully accessible to screen readers. We are working to improve document accessibility over time.
- Third-party content. Our website may link to external websites or resources that are not maintained by the Village. We cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content.
3 – Alternative Ways to Access Information
If you are unable to access any content on our website, you can always reach us directly to obtain the information you need. All information available on this website is also available by contacting the Village Office by phone, email, mail, or in person during regular office hours.
4 – Report an Accessibility Issue
We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any barriers or have difficulty accessing any content, please let us know so we can work to fix the issue and provide the information you need in an accessible format.
Village of Hancock, Wisconsin
420 N Jefferson St, Hancock, WI 54943
Phone: (715) 249-5521
Email: vhancock@uniontel.net
Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Closed Saturday & Sunday
We aim to respond to accessibility feedback as quickly as possible.
5 – Ongoing Efforts
Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We continue to review and improve our website to ensure it meets current accessibility standards and serves all members of our community. This statement will be updated as improvements are made.