Parks
Parks Plans Improvements to Veterans Park Lagoon
Among the goals: Improving the water quality and visitors' experience.
Jun 7th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Openings Set For Milwaukee Pools, Splash Pads and Aquatic Centers
Milwaukee County Parks opening 39 pools and splash pads after unseasonably cold spring.
Jun 1st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Domes Project Raises $8 Million in Donations
Project also secures $2 million from state, and inches toward essential tax credits.
May 22nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
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
