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Council approves bolstered city workforce development measure
The ordinance includes significant changes to the city’s workforce development and economic participation initiatives.
Jun 14th, 2016 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Celebrate Wisconsin Bike Week with Mayor Tom Barrett, Alderpersons, the Wisconsin Bike Fed, and Bublr Bikes
Wisconsin Bike Week is June 6-12, 2016
Jun 3rd, 2016 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
An Atlas of Water for Milwaukee
Splashy project by international artist Mary Miss will dramatize the role and history of water in Milwaukee.
Jun 3rd, 2016 by Rose Balistreri
Reimagined Hartung Park headed down final stretch
Park fulfilling vision of unique public space created by private, public collaboration
Jun 3rd, 2016 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Bolstered city workforce development measure pushes forward
The measure includes significant changes to the city’s workforce development and economic participation initiatives.
May 25th, 2016 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Two New Playgrounds Opening
Park-like play areas for kids among 12 funded by $1.9 million raised by Ald. Murphy.
May 24th, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
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.
May 18th, 2016 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
MKE Plays ready to transform Marcus DeBack Playground
Friday news event will include unveiling of major improvements at playground – one of six playground upgrades planned for Milwaukee during 2016
Apr 28th, 2016 by Ald. Michael Murphy
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
Apr 22nd, 2016 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
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
Apr 18th, 2016 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
Bublr Bikes Network Proposed to Grow in 2016
Public comment encouraged and accepted through March 4, 2016 on proposed station sites
Feb 23rd, 2016 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
Bublr Bikes Touts Big Expansion Plan
New stations coming in 2016 to Bay View, East Side, Walker's Point, Harambee.
Feb 19th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
How Community Prosecutors Prevent Crime
Special unit focuses on collaborating with community and crime prevention.
Jan 18th, 2016 by Laura Thompson
Additional Hours of Operation at the City of Milwaukee Tow Lot Begin Sunday, December 13, 2015
Tow lot now open on Sunday mornings
Dec 11th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
All Hail Our Business Improvement Districts
City party celebrates work of 35 BIDs, which have helped improve many city neighborhoods.
Dec 7th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Program Will Improve Riverwest Park Snails Crossing
It's one of 12 parks and playgrounds being upgraded by private-public MKE Plays Initiative.
Dec 6th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Ald. Hamilton announces alley snow plowing pilot program
DPW will assess if additional pilot demonstration areas are necessary after the 2015-2016 snow season.
Nov 30th, 2015 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Town Hall Meeting Invitation from Alderman Nik Kovac
Alderman Nik Kovac invites you to attend a 3rd District town hall meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 2nd at the East Library (2320 N Cramer Street).
Nov 30th, 2015 by Nik Kovac
Welcome to the New Layton Boulevard
A just-completed streetscaping and lighting project has enhanced Layton Boulevard.
Nov 23rd, 2015 by Michael Holloway
Community partners in Sherman Park to unveil new gateway sculpture
News release from Alderman Michael J. Murphy
Nov 20th, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
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
Nov 16th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment 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.
Nov 9th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
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.
Oct 29th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
DNA Milwaukee Spearheads “FREE” Parking Stickers for Weekend Downtown Parking Signage
The challenge: Although parking is free on Saturdays in two‐hour time zones and all day on Sundays, parking signs do not clearly convey this message.
Oct 27th, 2015 by Downtown Neighbors Association
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
Oct 7th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
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
Sep 25th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
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
Sep 25th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
27th and Highland
Once a junction of architectural splendor, it needs serious work by the city to revive it.
Sep 23rd, 2015 by John O’Neill
Briggs & Al’s Run Road Closure & Bus Detour Information
Watch where you park your car on Friday night, it might not be there Saturday.
Sep 18th, 2015 by Tyler Krueger
New Arlington Heights Park Opens Soon
Ribbon cutting set for first MKE Plays playground at Arlington Heights Park
Sep 11th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
New Leader of LISC Aims to Improve City
Laura Bray helped revitalize Menomonee Valley, oversaw Three Bridges Park.
Aug 28th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Ciclovia Comes to Milwaukee
A community biking event created in Colombia and launched in U.S. cities, it comes here August 29.
Aug 19th, 2015 by Amanda Mickevicius
Ald. Bauman invites residents to attend neighborhood meeting on Monday
Community members will be able to learn about neighborhood and citywide issues from a handful of city officials, including Alderman Bauman.
Aug 13th, 2015 by Ald. Bob Bauman
“Miltown Throwdown” Disrupts Community
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski
Aug 12th, 2015 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
Cold Spring Park Neighborhood Announces Groundbreaking for Community Garden and Gathering Green
The Cold Spring Park Garden and Gathering Green is located on the southeast corner of 28th St. and McKinley Boulevard.
Aug 5th, 2015 by Cold Spring Park Historic Neighborhood, Inc.
Leading the Way in Green Infrastructure
Outpost Foods in Mequon and All Peoples Church on N. 2nd St. have sophisticated green systems.
Jul 29th, 2015 by Laura Thompson
City Constructing New Green Alleys
One permeable alley captures 15,000 gallons of water, reducing flow into sewerage system.
Jul 24th, 2015 by Devi Shastri
The Sheer Joy of MKE Parking App
It's simple, pay for parking on your cell phone. But what about that user fee?
Jul 22nd, 2015 by Jon Richie
City of Milwaukee to Host A Public Information Meeting For Proposed New Bublr Bike Sharing Station Locations
Meeting will showcase locations of upcoming Bublr Bikes stations.
Jul 14th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
Paving Project Information from Alderman Nik Kovac
Although this may disrupt your travel and parking for a short time, I know we all will be pleased when Newberry Boulevard is smooth again—just in time for the 4th of July parade.
Jun 24th, 2015 by Nik Kovac
City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works To Pick Up Storm-Related Debris
The Department of Public Works (DPW) will pick up storm-related debris such as downed branches and tree limbs in excess of the 2-cubic yard maximum per household free of charge
Jun 23rd, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
Students create intersection mural for their neighborhood and learn civic engagement
A.W.E., LBWN partner with MPS Doerfler Elementary students to create intersection mural, teach civics
May 28th, 2015 by Artists Working in Education
Joe Dudzik was a blue-collar leader, a quintessential Milwaukeean
Statement of Alderman Jim Bohl May 22, 2015
May 22nd, 2015 by Ald. Jim Bohl
City loses a dedicated public servant in Alderman Joe Dudzik
Statement of Common Council President Michael J. Murphy May 22, 2015
May 22nd, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
From Gray to Green
The sewerage district has moved from tunnels and pipes to greenways, rain barrels and permeable pavement. Part 2 of a series.
May 21st, 2015 by Susan Nusser
City of Milwaukee Announces 2015 Project Clean & Green Program Dates
Citywide clean-up effort runs April 13-June 1, 2015
Apr 10th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
City Plan Will Rescue The Worst Playgrounds
City and foundation money will be spent to upgrade the 12 most deteriorated playgrounds in Milwaukee.
Mar 25th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Will Bicycle Race Expand to Bay View?
Tour of America's Dairyland hopes to expand there. And a national benefits program for bicyclists expands to Milwaukee.
Mar 5th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Swing Park Nominated for MANDI Award
And its story -- and controversies- keep getting retold.
Mar 4th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
The Snow Emergency Has Been Lifted
Garbage and Recycling Collections Resume on Wednesday, February 4 Saturday Collection planned for February 7
Feb 3rd, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
The City of Milwaukee Declares a Snow Emergency
City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Commissioner Ghassan Korban has declared a snow emergency effective
Feb 1st, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
The 4-Inch Rule is in Effect in the City of Milwaukee
The 4-inch Rule is in effect beginning at 10:00 A.M. on Sunday, February 1.
Feb 1st, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
Why I Support the Streetcar
Not moving forward will send a wrong message to all those looking to invest in Milwaukee, a city businessman argues.
Jan 26th, 2015 by Russell Rossetto
City of Milwaukee Sidewalk Snow and ice Removal Ordinance Change
Changes to City Ordinance 116-8-4 addressing snowy, icy sidewalks now in effect
Jan 21st, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
Difference Makers to be recognized at 6th District town hall meeting
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs will announce the recipients of the 2014 Dr. James G. White 6th District Difference Makers Awards during tomorrow’s 6th District town hall meeting.
Jan 13th, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Compete Milwaukee = a promising pathway to jobs
Joint statement from Aldermen Ashanti Hamilton and Willie C. Wade.
Jan 13th, 2015 by Milwaukee Common Council
City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Calls for a Full-Scale Plowing Operation
Most garbage and recycling collections suspended until Saturday, January 10
Jan 9th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
Year-Round Garbage Cart Set-Out Program in Effect in the City of Milwaukee
Residents with curb pick-up must take their garbage cart to the curb on their designated collection day.
Jan 5th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
City of Milwaukee Offers Recycling and “E-Cycling” Tips For the Holidays
The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works encourages all City residents to recycle the usual bottles, cans and cardboard boxes, but what about those unique holiday items?
Dec 29th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Can Milwaukee Upgrade to Gold Ranking?
City officials pledge to work towards upgrading the city's national, bicycle-friendly ranking from bronze to gold.
Dec 19th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Schedules Over the Christmas Holiday
City of Milwaukee government offices will be closed Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th for the Christmas holiday.
Dec 19th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
UPDATE: West Lisbon Avenue Open to Traffic
Project delayed due to industry-wide cement shortage
Dec 18th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Committee Takes No Action on Streetcar
Public Works Committee votes to send streetcar proposal to full council, setting up a showdown Dec. 16th.
Dec 10th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
GMC Wins $725,000 Grant to Help City
Kresge Foundation grant would help build city's Artery trail and revive depressed Harambee neighborhood.
Dec 1st, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
REMINDER: Last Day to Rake Your Leaves into the Street is Saturday, November 15, 2014
Last day to request a special pick-up for brush is November 30
Nov 13th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Proposed Milwaukee Marathon gets early boost at committee
News release from Aldermen Jim Bohl, Willie C. Wade and Joe Davis, Sr.
Nov 12th, 2014 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Common Council finds opportunities for efficiencies in 2015 approved budget
News release from Alds. Michael J. Murphy and Nik Kovac
Nov 10th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
City Cameras Now Nab Parking Violators
No more chalked tires? The system is quietly becoming automated, invisible -- and a big surprise for parking scofflaws.
Oct 30th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee Quietly Adds Buffered Bike Lanes
The changes on south 2nd are welcome, but when will the city start creating protected bike lanes?
Oct 3rd, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Bay View ArtStop Opens
It's a bus stop, art work, and urban island. Grand opening is tonight, but we've already got photos of the new amenity.
Oct 3rd, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderman Zielinski to host Art Stop Unveiling event Friday
Mayor Barrett, County Board Chairwoman Dimitrijevic also scheduled to participate
Oct 1st, 2014 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
Rake Your Leaves into the Street Beginning October 1, 2014
City of Milwaukee residents may start raking leaves into the curb lanes starting Wednesday, October 1.
Sep 30th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Alderman Davis co-sponsors Community Build Day
Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. invites residents to participate in a community build day.
Sep 26th, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Resolution seeks equal treatment for projects that require moving utilities
News release from Alderman Robert J. Bauman
Sep 19th, 2014 by Ald. Bob Bauman
High Impact Repaving Projects Continue: South 2nd Street
Repaving begins Monday, September 15, 2014
Sep 14th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Department of Public Works Services For the August 29-September 1, 2014 Holiday and Furlough Weekend
City of Milwaukee government offices will be closed on Friday, August 29 for a mandatory furlough day and Monday, September 1for the Labor Day holiday.
Aug 27th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
High Impact Repaving Projects Continue: North Prospect and North Farwell Avenues Next on the Schedule
Beginning Wednesday, August 20, 2014, North Prospect Avenue from East Kilbourn Avenue to East Ogden Street, and North Farwell Avenue from East Brady Street to North Prospect Avenue, will be resurfaced with asphalt pavement, weather permitting.
Aug 19th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Cyclists, city officials gearing up for seventh annual Riverwest 24
Riverwest 24 Starts tonight -- News release from Alds. Kovac and Coggs
Jul 25th, 2014 by Nik Kovac
“Controversy” Over Swing Park?
Architect blasts city for altering her design. Are her complaints valid?
Jul 25th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Work coming next week for stretch of heavily-traveled west side roadway
The stretch of N. Hawley Rd./N. 55th St. from W. Vliet St. to W. Lisbon Ave. will be closed to all traffic during high-impact paving work that will begin on Monday, July 28.
Jul 24th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
The Swings are Back — and Better than Before
Guerrilla urbanism triumphs, as “magical” swings re-installed under Holton Avenue Bridge.
Jul 23rd, 2014 by Dave Reid
Uber and Lyft Legalized in Milwaukee
Taxis for anyone who wants to drive one. Uber and Lyft are legal. And someone will probably sue the city to stop this.
Jul 22nd, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Temporary No Parking Downtown & Historic Third Ward for Storm the Bastille Run/Walk
Enforcement begins Thursday, July 10 at 5:00 p.m.
Jul 10th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Easy Parking in Downtown Milwaukee?
City unveils sign system to guide drivers to garages with available parking spots.
Jun 27th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Tom Barrett and the Department of Public Works Announce New Advanced Parking Guidance System in Downtown Milwaukee
Electronic signs with parking information are “live”
Jun 25th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Bridge Repair Threatens Bakery’s Business
Popular Amaranth Bakery given only 24 hours notice by city; Lisbon Ave. bridge will be shut down till November.
Jun 25th, 2014 by Patrick Leary
West Lisbon Avenue Bridge Replacement Project Begins June 16, 2014
Project expected to be completed in November 2014
Jun 13th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Bargain Deals to Save the Environment
City works with Norseman Plastics to create low-cost rain barrels and compost bins.
Jun 13th, 2014 by Patrick Leary
St. Paul Bridge is Reopened
Key connection to Third Ward and Summerfest is completed on time and on budget.
Jun 12th, 2014 by Lisa Bonvissuto
City of Milwaukee Hosts Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Sale – June 7th
The City of Milwaukee will host a one-day-only, first-come first-served backyard compost bin and rain barrel sale on Saturday, June 7th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Washington Park parking lot at N. 40th St. and W. Galena St.
May 27th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
West Hampton Avenue Construction Project Begins May 21, 2014
Beginning Wednesday, May 21, 2014 the City of Milwaukee will reconstruct West Hampton Avenue from North Teutonia to North Green Bay avenues. The project completion date is expected to be November 1, 2014.
May 27th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
A New Park for the City
The city, Associated Bank and Newaukee cooperate on a new park being created at MLK Dr. and McKinley Ave.
May 22nd, 2014 by Brett Kihlmire
West Hampton Avenue Construction Project Begins May 21, 2014
Beginning Wednesday, May 21, 2014 the City of Milwaukee will reconstruct West Hampton Avenue from North Teutonia to North Green Bay avenues. The project completion date is expected to be November 1, 2014.
May 20th, 2014 by Press Release
