Department of Public Works Thanksgiving 2024 Holiday Schedules

Leaf Collection Deadline Extended

Rake Your Leaves into the Street through Sunday, December 1, 2024

City of Milwaukee Awarded $25 Million for Center Street Transformation

Department of Public Works 2024 Labor Day Schedule

City of Milwaukee Hosts Micromobility Mixer at Heart(beats) of the City

Department of Public Works 2024 Juneteenth Holiday Schedule

Mayor Johnson Celebrates “Wisconsin Bike Week” with Annual Bike Ride

DPW reminds public regarding placement of political signs in public right of way

DPW Working To Repair Street Light Outages Caused by Recent Weather Conditions

Garbage and Recycling Collections Suspended due to Dangerously Cold Temperatures

Department of Public Works 2023-24 New Year Holiday Schedules

Department of Public Works 2023 Christmas Holiday Schedules

City of Milwaukee Earns $4 Million Grant to Advance Traffic Safety Initiatives

City to No Longer Collect Holiday Trees Curbside: Additional Drop Sites Offered

Leaf Collection Deadline Extended

Rake Your Leaves into the Street through Sunday, November 26, 2023

Department of Public Works Schedules and Services for the 2023 Labor Day Holiday Weekend

Standard Overnight Parking Regulations Resume Tonight (1/31)

Snow and ice clearing continues, emergency declaration no longer in effect

Department of Public Works Schedules for the 2022-23 New Year Holiday

Statement from Commissioner of Public Works Jerrel Kruschke

12/15/22

City’s Boulevard System Being Vandalized

Public should report any suspicious activity on flower beds

Community Groups to Receive More than $100,000 to Help Curb Reckless Driving

City grant money to be used for marketing campaigns, murals & community events

The Hop to suspend service Monday and Tuesday for water main repair

St. Paul Avenue from Broadway to Milwaukee closed through Wednesday to automobile traffic, open to pedestrians

Snow Emergency Requiring Alternate Side Parking Continues

Snow Emergency Requiring Alternate Side Parking In Effect

Parking meter enforcement grace period and issuance of warnings will end

Meter enforcement, smart meter parking rate change take effect Tuesday June 23, 2020

City of Milwaukee Encourages Contactless Parking Payments with an Updated MKE Park App

Amid COVID-19 concerns, the app allows people to avoid touching the meter and pay for parking on their mobile device

Department of Public Works Reinstating Metered Enforcement Week of June 15

Timed (non-metered), alternate-side parking, night parking permits still not required

Department of Public Works Statement on Rainbow Crosswalks

Department of Public Works to Relax Parking Enforcement

Focusing enforcement on safety-related violations

City of Milwaukee Rolls Out Restaurant Carryout Zones

Program will help restaurants better accommodate customers

Department of Public Works Responds to Social Media Comments

Snow Emergency Requiring Alternate Side Parking In Effect

Open house Tuesday on joint stormwater project under I-794

Meeting to also explore long-term vision of site

Doors Open Milwaukee to feature public works landmarks

Doors Open is a celebration of Milwaukee’s art, architecture, culture and history with more than 170 buildings providing free access on Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29.

Department of Public Works Restricts Additional Dockless Scooters in Pilot Study

Possibility of suspending pilot in near future, pending scooter user behavior

Signed December 1 to March 1 Parking Regulations Extended until March 15, 2019

This extension is for those streets that are posted with signs No Parking Dec 1- Mar 1.

A call to support the family of Bryan Rodriguez

Statement from Commissioner Jeff Polenske February 13, 2019

TRAFFIC ALERT – Bradley Center Roof Demolition to Close N. Vel R. Phillips Av. and W. State St. Sunday, January 13, 2019 from 6:00 am to 11:00 am

Commuters are advised to slow down, abide by the construction signage, and add extra time navigating this area or use an alternate route to and from their destinations.

TRAFFIC ALERT: East Locust Street Closed from North Cramer Street to North Oakland Avenue – January 3 through January 12, 2019

The street will be closed to facilitate construction at the property located at 2900 North Oakland Avenue.

TRAFFIC ALERT – East Locust Street from North Oakland Avenue east to the Alley will be Closed on December 4, 2018 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

The sidewalk on the south side of East Locust Street will remain open for pedestrian traffic.

High Impact Paving Projects Scheduled for the Week of October 29 to November 2, 2018

Each project will be completed within 1-2 days, weather permitting

Rake Your Leaves into the Street Beginning October 1, 2018

Actual collection of leaves will begin on Monday, October 8.

Fifth and Final Milwaukee Streetcar Vehicle Due to Arrive Tomorrow

Short portions of W. St. Paul Ave. will be closed for a few hours to accommodate delivery.

Statement from City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Regarding Rainbow Crosswalks

DPW stands ready to continue our collaborative work with community members, Mayor Barrett, and Common Council members to find a solution that works for everyone.

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Announces A Dockless Bicycle Share Pilot Study

Dockless Bicycle Share systems are privately operated and consist of self-service bicycles made available to users on a short-term basis.

Third Milwaukee Streetcar Vehicle Due to Arrive on Thursday, July 26, 2018

Short portions of W. St. Paul Ave. and N. 4th St. will be closed for a few hours to accommodate delivery.

Department of Public Works Commissioner Ghassan Korban to Retire from the City of Milwaukee

"It is with mixed emotions that I announce my retirement from the City of Milwaukee DPW."

Hop on The Hop at Bastille Days This Weekend

Public invited to walk inside Milwaukee’s new streetcar at the Cathedral Square platform on Kilbourn Avenue from 1:00-4:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday

TRAFFIC ALERT – North 25th Street Bridge Over the Menomonee River to Close: West Canal Street to West Mount Vernon Avenue

Bridge to be closed Monday, July 9 through early August 2018

TRAFFIC ALERT – South 27th Street High Impact Paving Project: West Lincoln to West Cleveland Avenues May 24-25, 2018

The roadway will be closed to southbound traffic during this project.

Second Milwaukee Streetcar Vehicle Due to Arrive on Monday, May 14, 2018

Short portions of W. St. Paul Ave. and N. 4th St. will be closed for a few hours to accommodate delivery.

TRAFFIC ALERT – West Wisconsin Avenue Reconstruction Project Begins Monday, April 30, 2018

Project will affect vehicular traffic from North 20th to North 38th Streets

City of Milwaukee 2018 Second Trimester Overnight Parking Permits Now Available For Purchase

In addition, annual overnight permits can still be purchased for a pro-rated fee of $40.

Jobs Fair for Milwaukee Streetcar Positions Set for Wednesday, May 2 at Maintenance Facility

More than 20 Positions Open, Including Streetcar Operators, Vehicle Maintenance Technician

TRAFFIC ALERT: Brown Street Bridge to Close Monday, April 23, 2018

Bridge over the Canadian Pacific Railroad will be closed for reconstruction until Fall 2018

Partial Closure: West Greenfield Avenue from South Cesar Chavez Drive to South 35th Street

Eastbound traffic only; no westbound traffic beginning Monday, April 9, 2018

TRAFFIC ALERT: Portion of South Howell Avenue to Close March 26-31, 2018

Roadway from E. Lincoln to E. Oklahoma avenues affected

First Milwaukee Streetcar Vehicle Has Departed Manufacturer In Pennsylvania, Due to Arrive At New Home Early Next Week

The vehicle’s arrival is expected to mark the first time the fleet’s color scheme will be seen by the public.

Westbound I-794 Exit Ramp at Milwaukee Street to Close for Two Weeks

I-794 Motorists Advised to Use Nearby Lincoln Memorial Drive Exit Ramp During Closure

Winter Parking Regulations End Friday, March 2

Residents must still follow winter parking rules overnight Thursday, March 1 into Friday morning, March 2.

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Announces An Overnight Snow Removal Operation – February 3rd and 4th

The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) has called for an overnight snow removal operation for the entire city for two nights – Saturday, February 3 and Sunday, February 4, 2018

Public Meeting for Proposed W. Layton Ave. Project

Public Information Meeting on February 7, 2018

Final Reminder: City Seeks Community Input on Walking in Milwaukee

The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking input from the community about walking in Milwaukee for the City’s first Pedestrian Plan.

EXTENDED: City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Operation for Snow Removal Overnight January 16/17, 2018

Failure to move a vehicle overnight during a declared DPW operation will result in a $40 citation.

City of Milwaukee Garbage and Recycling Collections Suspended For Tuesday, January 16, 2018

Residents scheduled for a Tuesday, January 16 garbage pick-up and recycling collection should leave their carts at the curb until they are emptied.

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Calls An Overnight Snow Removal Operation: Effective January 14 & 15, 2018

Failure to move a vehicle overnight during a declared DPW operation will result in a $40 citation.

DEADLINE EXTENDED: City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Seeks Community Input on Walking in Milwaukee

The survey deadline has been extended to Wednesday, January 31, 2018.

City of Milwaukee 2018 Overnight Parking Permits Available to Purchase Beginning Wednesday, December 20, 2017

An annual permit costs $55.

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Schedules Over the New Year’s Holiday Weekend

Some Department of Public Works services will be available for limited hours of operation.

East Ogden Avenue High Impact Paving Project

North Van Buren Street to North Prospect Avenue

City of Milwaukee Issues RFP For Milwaukee Streetcar Marketing Services

Proposals are due by 4:00 p.m. on December 22, 2017.

Traffic Signal Outage Scheduled: West Capitol Drive/West Fond du Lac Avenue/North 51st Boulevard Intersection

Work scheduled for Saturday, November 18, weather permitting

Milwaukee Streetcar Construction Progress: Intersection of East St. Paul Avenue and N. Water Street to Close Temporarily

Intersection to close Friday, November 10 at 8:00 p.m. through 6:00 a.m. on Monday, November 13

North 60th Street High Impact Paving Project: West Vliet to West Center Streets

Removal of the roadway will take place on October 26, 27, and 28, 2017.

Rake Your Leaves into the Street Beginning October 1, 2017

DPW collects leaves, brush and yard waste separately from garbage and composts it, which conserves natural resources while saving the City money.

West Lincoln Avenue Near Miller Park Way to Close For Canadian Pacific Railroad Track Repairs

City’s Tow Lot and Drop-Off Center on W. Lincoln both open during repairs - October 2-6, 2017

Briggs & Al’s Run & Walk for Children’s Hospital – Traffic and Parking Patterns to Change

Annual run/walk to be held on Saturday, September 16, 2017

East North Avenue at the North Point Water Tower Circle to Close: Wednesday, August 2, 2017 (morning only) Friday, August 4, 2017

If inclement weather on August 2, the circle will close on August 3

High Impact Paving Project: East Oklahoma Avenue – South Kinnickinnic Avenue to South Superior Street

The roadway will be closed to traffic.

High Impact Paving Project: North Water Street – East Kilbourn Avenue to North Van Buren Street

Project to close segments of North Water Street over three days for repaving

Milwaukee Streetcar Construction on Target to Meet Residential Preference Program, DBE Goals

First Report Shows Solid Employment of City Residents, Contracting With Minority Construction Firms

East North Avenue at the North Point Water Tower Circle to Close: Monday, July 17 & Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Wednesday, July 19 a possible “flex” day should inclement weather delay DPW work

Temporary No Parking Downtown & Historic Third Ward for Storm the Bastille Run/Walk

Enforcement begins Thursday, July 13 at 5:00 p.m.

South 1st Street Bascule Bridge Over the Kinnickinnic River to Close for Rehabilitation

Project will begin July 10, 2017 and conclude in November 2018, weather permitting

Milwaukee Streetcar Construction Progress: West St. Paul Avenue to Open in Both Directions Temporarily

Track construction continues with limited access on N. Broadway, and roadway preparation/lane closures on N. Jackson St.

East North Avenue at the North Point Water Tower Circle to Close: Monday, June 26, 2017

Traffic patterns will return to normal on Tuesday, June 27 unless weather conditions on Monday force a postponement of DPW work.

South Kinnickinnic Avenue Closure: Thursday, June 1 & Tuesday, June 6, 2017

The traveling public is advised to add extra travel time and follow detours entering and leaving the Bay View neighborhood and business district.

Water Street Bridge to Close May 1 – 26, 2017

The bridge will re-open by end of day on Friday, May 26 – weather permitting.

2017 Neighborhood Cleanup Box Program

Neighborhood groups are encouraged to use these containers to clean up and beautify their communities.

Winter Parking Regulations Lifted Early

Regulations no longer in effect as of February 20, 2017

Department of Public Works Services for the November 24-27 Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend

No parking meter enforcement on Thursday, November 24.

City of Milwaukee and Bublr Bikes Complete Installation of 10 New Bike Share Stations

Expansion continues into more Milwaukee neighborhoods

Parking Structure at North 4th Street & West Highland Avenue to Close Permanently

Parking Structure at North 4th Street & West Highland Avenue to Close Permanently

Two Downtown Street Closures – October 4 and 5, 2016

Each street to close for one day for repaving

West Juneau Avenue – North 4th to North 6th Streets – to Close Beginning Monday, September 26, 2016

Street to be closed through mid-2018

Temporary No Parking Downtown & Historic Third Ward for Storm the Bastille Run/Walk

Enforcement begins Thursday, July 14 at 5:00 p.m.

City of Milwaukee Tow Lot Service Hours Extended on Saturdays

Extended Saturday hours begin June 25, 2016

South First Street Bridge to Close for Maintenance June 20-28, 2016

Bridge to re-open by opening of Summerfest on June 29

Celebrate Wisconsin Bike Week with Mayor Tom Barrett, Alderpersons, the Wisconsin Bike Fed, and Bublr Bikes

Wisconsin Bike Week is June 6-12, 2016

Water Street Bridge to Close Briefly for Maintenance on Thursday, May 19, 2016

Water Street/South 1st Street and the bridge to close from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

West Lloyd Street Project Begins April 25, 2016

Project from N. 60th St. to W. Lisbon Ave. expected to be completed by October 2016, weather permitting

The Milwaukee Streetcar Project: City of Milwaukee Issues Request For Proposals for Construction Manager/General Contractor

Proposals due June 1, with selection slated for late June

Bublr Bikes Network Proposed to Grow in 2016

Public comment encouraged and accepted through March 4, 2016 on proposed station sites

Additional Hours of Operation at the City of Milwaukee Tow Lot Begin Sunday, December 13, 2015

Tow lot now open on Sunday mornings

Department of Public Works Services for the November 26-29 Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend

Some Department of Public Works (DPW) services will be available for limited hours of operation and certain parking restrictions will be lifted.

Rake Your Leaves into the Street by November 22, 2015

A reminder that City of Milwaukee residents have until Sunday, November 22, 2015 to rake their leaves into the curb lanes for pick-up by the Department of Public Works

Traffic Changes Downtown for Nov. 10 GOP Debate

Milwaukee Police are partnering with the Department of Public Works and other local stakeholders to inform the public of traffic and pedestrian impacts due to the GOP debate.

Traffic to be affected Sunday by Milwaukee Running Festival – Marathon & Half Marathon

The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced traffic and parking changes for a city-wide marathon and half-marathon on Sunday, November 1, 2015. Both races begin at 7:00 a.m. at the Summerfest Grounds.

Re-Paving Project at the Intersection of West Forest Home Avenue/South 43rd Street/West Oklahoma Avenue

Partial & full closures on October 16 and 17, 2015, weather permitting

City of Milwaukee, Bublr Bikes, and UWM Installing 17 New Bike Sharing Stations

New installations in October to more than double existing number of stations

Rake Your Leaves into the Street Beginning October 1, 2015

City of Milwaukee residents may start raking leaves into the curb lanes starting Thursday, October 1

Public Information Meeting Set for West Vliet Street Construction Project

The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) will host a public information meeting on Tuesday, September 29, 2015

The City of Milwaukee Declares a Snow Emergency

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Commissioner of Public Works Ghassan Korban has declared a snow emergency effective from 5:00 P.M. Wednesday, February 27 until 5:00 A.M. Thursday, February 28 to facilitate effective curb-to-curb plowing on main arterials. During a snow emergency: Night parking regulations go into effect from 11 PM to 6 AM (instead of 2AM to 6AM) No parking is allowed on arterials, bus lines, or thru-highways from 11PM to 6AM No parking on the side of residential streets signed “No Parking During Snow Emergency” or “No Parking from December 1st to March 1st” or “No Parking Anytime”. Posted signs for other parking restrictions must be obeyed, specifically the “4 inch rule” sign Comply with the alternate side street parking on other residential streets. Vehicles parked on streets designated as “Snow Route Tow Away Zones” will be ticketed and towed when a snow emergency is declared. Citizens are urged to follow these restrictions to allow for the most effective and complete plowing of City streets. If your car is towed, the City’s Tow Lot will extend its customer service and telephone inquiry hours to 7 AM to 7 PM on Thursday, February 28. Normal hours – 8 AM to 6 PM – will resume on Friday, March 1. Milwaukee Public Schools has designated playgrounds available for off street parking during snow emergencies from 7PM to 7AM. To see a list of designated MPS playgrounds and citywide parking regulations, residents can go to www.milwaukee.gov/mpw – click on the “More on all City Parking Regulations” link and scroll down to MPS Parking for Snow Emergencies. Residents can also call the City Call Center at 286-CITY (2489).