Department of Public Works

WisDOT, Waukesha County promote work zone safety ahead of summer travel season

Project Clean and Green comes to the 13th District beginning May 13th

Public Works Committee to review communication from DPW on street light grid repair and replacement

Public Works Committee to discuss parking/traffic & enhanced streetcar service during major lakefront festivals

Vendors can apply to operate in the Capitol Drive Density-Limited Zone

‘Big Truck Day’ returns to Downtown Milwaukee‘Big Truck Day’ returns to Downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, May 18, celebrating National Public Works Week on Saturday, May 18, celebrating National Public Works Week

Dozens of big rigs from the Department of Public Works, Milwaukee Police Department and Milwaukee Fire Department will be on site at Red Arrow Park for kids to check out

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

Ald. Westmoreland establishes plan for food trucks on Capitol Drive

Ald. Coggs seeks details and repair plans to address city’s streetlight outage problems

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

City of Milwaukee Health Department Locations Closing Early Due to Worsening Weather

Milwaukee Health Department Urges Residents to Prioritize Cold Weather Health and Safety

City of Milwaukee Health Department closing for snow

Milwaukee Health Department Reminds Residents to Stay Safe and Warm During Upcoming Winter Storm

Post-Christmas Mulch-O-Rama returns to the Garden District

Department of Public Works 2023-24 New Year Holiday Schedules

Christmas tree collection to begin on Tuesday, December 26

Department of Public Works 2023 Christmas Holiday Schedules

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

Leaf Collection Continues Throughout Milwaukee

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

Residents invited to 14th District town hall meeting on Sunday, December 3

Leaf Collection Deadline Extended

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

Mayor Johnson to Light 2023 City of Milwaukee Christmas Tree on Friday, November 17 at Cheer District, Illuminated by the We Energies Foundation

110th Annual Tree Lighting Celebration takes place from 5-7 p.m.

From the 2nd District to the Deer District, city Christmas Tree brings joy to all

Statement of Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr. November 1, 2023

New raised crosswalk brings additional safety near Humboldt Park, Parkside School

North Ave. improvements continue to enhance public safety

DNR’s Green Tier Initiative Builds Local Partnerships, Healthier Environments

WMSE & The Hop Take Frontier Radio to the Rails

WisDOT, city of Milwaukee urge safe driving in Wisconsin work zones

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

6th District summer town hall meeting to take place Wednesday, August 30

Local talent and big trucks to be on display at Bronzeville Cultural & Arts Festival

Protected bike lanes coming to busy east side locations

Council approves measure aimed at increasing diversity in DPW-bid projects

Council approves measure for the use of “urban wood”

Town Hall regarding Cudahy Farms housing development set for July 13

Two Milwaukee projects awarded AARP Wisconsin grants to make the city more livable for all ages

City to raise Juneteenth Flag in advance of holiday festivities

City offices to be closed for first time in recognition of Juneteenth

Body Found In A Vehicle That Was Towed

Common Council file opens public safety discussion focused on E. Brady St.

Topic will get first airing at June 7 Public Works Committee meeting

Council Approves Ordinance Requiring the Purchase of Low- and Zero-Emissions City Vehicles

Policy advances Milwaukee climate goals and cost-savings over vehicle lifecycle

Milwaukee Health Department Announces Upcoming Changes to COVID-19 Services

City of Milwaukee Announces Public Artist in Residence Personnel Selections

New Public Artist in Residence Will Develop Solutions to Help Address Reckless Driving in Milwaukee

Alderman Chambers to meet with DPW commissioner about snow and ice removal issues

Statement of Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr. February 27, 2023

Milwaukee Health Department Clinics to Close on February 16 Due to Extreme Weather

Council adopts file to bolster traffic calming installations

Residents Invited To 14th District Town Hall Meeting on Saturday, February 11

Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic is inviting area residents to attend the first District 14 town hall meeting of 2023 on Saturday, February 11 beginning at 10 a.m.

Standard Overnight Parking Regulations Resume Tonight (1/31)

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

Creating Safer, More Accessible Streets With NACTO

Statement from Alderman Jonathan Brostoff.

It’s Merry Mulch time in the Garden District

DPW crews spring to action to address illegal dumping

Statement of Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II January 5, 2023

Ald. Coggs sponsors resolutions aimed at increased collaboration, safety, and public health

I-94 East-West study public comment period extended to January 31, 2023

WisDOT continues to encourage stakeholder input in the environmental document process

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

2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Completes 2022 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

Statement from Commissioner of Public Works Jerrel Kruschke

12/15/22

Fatal Crash on N Mayfair Rd

Gov. Evers Announces DNR Secretary Cole Retirement

Alderwoman Coggs sponsors budget amendments aimed at equity and inclusion, violence prevention, and more

Alderwoman Dimitrijevic brings more traffic calming measures to Humboldt Park area

Statement of Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic November 3, 2022

2022 City Christmas Tree hails from the 10th District

Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy November 1, 2022

MPD Towed over 100 Vehicles Since the New Tow Policy Went into Effect

Mayor Selects Jerrel Kruschke to Lead Milwaukee’s Department of Public Works

Kruschke, who has worked in city government since 2007, has served as interim Commissioner for the past several months.

Bay View Bash set to return Saturday, September 17

‘One Water’ Career Fair Aims to Recruit Fresh Talent to Jobs in the Milwaukee Water Sector

City’s Public Artist in Residence Pilot Program to Help Address Reckless Driving in Milwaukee

New effort will foster collaboration between local artists and City government to address civic challenges and deploy creative solutions

6th District town hall meeting to take place Wednesday, April 20

Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan sets Milwaukee up for success

Local Breweries Collaborate on Milwaukee River Clean-up for Earth Month

Six breweries along the Milwaukee River invite the public to clean up the trails, parks and river corridor together on April 2

You’re Invited: Light & Unite Red Week

March 26-April 1, 2022 Throughout Milwaukee County

Water Sector Employers Join Together to Recruit and Train the Workforce of Tomorrow

City’s Boulevard System Being Vandalized

Public should report any suspicious activity on flower beds

Southeastern Wisconsin Organization receives EPA Grant to Train Environmental Workers for Jobs Created by Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding

Great Lakes Community Conservation Corp, Inc. to receive Brownfields Job Training Grants to boost workforce training in underserved communities

Virtual 6th District town hall meeting set for Thursday, January 20

Event will include announcement of 2021 Difference Makers Award winners

Council adopts ordinance lowering recovery rate for assessable traffic calming improvements

Construction Underway on ‘Frame the Square’ Project in Milwaukee’s Cathedral Square

Streetscaping project will bring needed upgrades to the perimeter of the square; all park amenities will remain open and accessible throughout construction

Common Council adopts file aimed at enhancing COVID safety protocols in City buildings

Committee recommends approval of ARPA omnibus proposal

Includes funding for public safety and crime prevention, housing, lead abatement, continued COVID response and more

Council approves major ARPA-funded pedestrian safety/anti-reckless driving measure

Getting Milwaukee closer to better financial health, more stable housing, and improved public health and safety

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson September 21, 2021

Communication files target storm response, COVID procedures

Ald. Coggs introduces communication file to discuss response to recent storms

Reckless driving leads to more unnecessary loss of life

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson August 16, 2021

Commit To Safe Driving Rally Set For Thursday

Millennial Task Force report received and has first recommendation approved

14th District town hall meetings to take place June 28 and 29

Zillman Park redevelopment community meeting set for May 18

Committee to hear file related to moratorium on mechanical demolitions

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

Pilot program would put residents to work with snow removal cleanup

Workers would remove snow piles blocking driveway, alley approaches after city plows come through

Level of city’s snow removal efforts simply unacceptable, and we sympathize with frustrated residents

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II February 2, 2021

Virtual 6th District town hall meeting set for Thursday, January 21

Event will include announcement of 2020 Difference Makers Award winners

Snow Emergency Requiring Alternate Side Parking Continues

Snow Emergency Requiring Alternate Side Parking In Effect

Celebrating America Recycles Day: DNR Recycling Excellence Awards Honors Wisconsin Recyclers

Amended 2021 budget addresses key community issues including public health and safety, housing and more

Virtual Town Hall Meeting to Focus on 2021 City Budget, City Services

5G installation shouldn’t take precedence over residents’ quality of life

Statement of Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic August 21, 2020

Ald. Dimitrijevic to host virtual meeting to discuss traffic safety on Superior St.