Parks
County Can’t Afford Park System
Fewer local tax dollars available for parks. Officials call for new revenue sources.
Dec 3rd, 2021 by Edgar Mendez
Federal Funds For Trails Increasing
State legislators, advocates excited by potential for more bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure.
Nov 30th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
How Did County Finance $1.2 Billon Annual Budget?
The money comes from many sources, with only 25% coming from the property tax.
Nov 23rd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Recreation Earns National Accreditation
MPS division earns accreditation given to only 1.9% of U.S. park and recreation agencies.
Nov 16th, 2021 by Annie Mattea
How Should Milwaukee Honor Ralph Metcalfe?
Black sprinter was once "fastest man in the world," and later a political trailblazer.
Nov 11th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Proposal Aims To Recruit More Lifeguards
Major lifeguard shortage closed pools in 2021.
Nov 3rd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
KK River Oak Leaf Expansion Planned
Bike trail would run between S. 27th St. and S. 16th St. on the south side of the river.
Nov 2nd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Send In The Goats?
Sup. Haas wants goats to clear overgrown foliage, invasive species in parks. 'The goats would go home at night.'
Oct 26th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Wheel Park Planned For Emigh Playfield in Tippecanoe
Would be city's first park targeted at BMX bikes, skateboards, scooters and skates.
Oct 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Parks Wants ‘Emergency’ Designation For Oak Leaf Sinkhole
Needs emergency authorization to quickly repair bike trail sinkhole and prevent flooding.
Sep 22nd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Future of Two Golf Courses in Question
Fate of Doyne and Noyes golf courses unclear, given financially hobbled parks system.
Sep 21st, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Saga Of The Domes Continues
Years after task force report and consultant analysis, county officials finally reviewing the options.
Sep 15th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
