Parks
Parks Plans New Projects in Walker Square Park
County will begin construction on improvements to south-side park in 2027.
May 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee’s First Universally Accessible Playground Targets 2027 Finish
Late summer site work at Kilbourn Reservoir Park would replace 2006-era equipment years ahead of schedule.
May 7th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Florida Educator Would Take Over Historic Trimborn Farm
County plans to lease farm to private operator, who will create programs, pay for upkeep.
May 6th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Controversial Jackson Park Drive Construction Scheduled for July
Parkway reconstruction with new trail once drew ire of neighbors.
Apr 24th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Washington Park Pool Demolition Starts This Year
To be replaced by splashpad? Parks plans first public meeting on future facility in June.
Apr 15th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
County Preparing Final Phase of Costly Lakefront Parking Lot
Project scheduled for 2027 completion.
Apr 2nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Golf Season Has Begun at County Golf Courses
The greens are ready. Parks saw record number of rounds played in 2025.
Mar 30th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Celebrates First Park Named For Latina Leader
Clementina Castro Park part of a larger trend to recognize female leaders.
Mar 23rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Domes Project on Track for 2027 Groundbreaking
Milwaukee Domes Alliance leader says fundraising is going well.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Seeks to Replace McGovern Senior Center
Administration pushes to close senior center in McGovern Park, find new location.
Mar 4th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
New Group Proposes National Design Competition for Veterans Park
Friends of Veterans Park wants to turn lakefront park into a world-class destination.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Kosciuszko Community Center Gets Federal Funding Boost
County announces federal appropriation for South Side community center.
Feb 23rd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
