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You can’t plow curb to curb if you don’t come down the street
Press Release

You can’t plow curb to curb if you don’t come down the street

Folks, I call ‘em like I see ‘em and this is just not acceptable.

City’s misplaced priorities leaving residents and businesses buried this winter
Press Release

City’s misplaced priorities leaving residents and businesses buried this winter

Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski February 18, 2019

Governor Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Employee Bryan Rodriguez
Press Release

Governor Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Employee Bryan Rodriguez

"Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Bryan Rodriguez..."

City Hall: City Struggles to Keep Up Snow Plowing
City Hall

City Struggles to Keep Up Snow Plowing

Problems include aging equipment, staff shortages and inexperienced operators.

Transportation: Track The Hop in Real Time
Transportation

Track The Hop in Real Time

Yes, real time data is now available, so you know exactly when to catch the streetcar.

Second city worker killed on the job last week was a constituent
Press Release

Second city worker killed on the job last week was a constituent

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan February 11, 2019

Joint statement on the death of a Department of Public Works worker
Press Release

Joint statement on the death of a Department of Public Works worker

From Alderman Ashanti Hamilton, Alderman Cavalier Johnson, Alderman Nik Kovac, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderman Robert Donovan, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderman Mark A. Borkowski, Alderman Jóse G. Pérez, Alderman Terry L. Witkowski, Alderman Tony Zielinski, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

Eyes on Milwaukee: A Riverwalk for Menomonee Valley
Eyes on Milwaukee

A Riverwalk for Menomonee Valley

City unveils final design standards for unique trail emphasizing natural feel, connectivity.

Milwaukee’s dedicated public servants deserve our sincere thanks
Press Release

Milwaukee’s dedicated public servants deserve our sincere thanks

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan - January 31, 2019

City Hall: Karen Dettmer Will Lead Water Works
City Hall

Karen Dettmer Will Lead Water Works

Committee puts veteran engineer through the ringer before endorsing her appointment.

Abele: Addressing Homelessness through Regional Cooperation
Press Release

Abele: Addressing Homelessness through Regional Cooperation

Milwaukee County, City of Milwaukee, State of Wisconsin and other partners continue collaboration to connect individuals in encampments with permanent housing

Eyes on Milwaukee: Broadway Connection Gets Thumbs Up
Eyes on Milwaukee

Broadway Connection Gets Thumbs Up

Historic Preservation Commission approves Joshua Jeffers' 11-story office building.

TRAFFIC ALERT – Bradley Center Roof Demolition to Close N. Vel R. Phillips Av. and W. State St. Sunday, January 13, 2019 from 6:00 am to 11:00 am
Press Release

TRAFFIC ALERT – Bradley Center Roof Demolition to Close N. Vel R. Phillips Av. and W. State St. Sunday, January 13, 2019 from 6:00 am to 11:00 am

Commuters are advised to slow down, abide by the construction signage, and add extra time navigating this area or use an alternate route to and from their destinations.

City Starts Over on Deconstruction

City Starts Over on Deconstruction

It's back to demolishing old buildings, while trying to start small deconstruction program.

Transportation: City Extending Streetcar to Convention Center
Transportation

City Extending Streetcar to Convention Center

Short extension can be built without federal funds, adding more ridership.

Transportation: Streetcar Real Time App Coming “As Quickly As Possible”
Transportation

Streetcar Real Time App Coming “As Quickly As Possible”

City promises real time data for The Hop which was supposed to launch in December.

TRAFFIC ALERT: East Locust Street Closed from North Cramer Street to North Oakland Avenue – January 3 through January 12, 2019
Press Release

TRAFFIC ALERT: East Locust Street Closed from North Cramer Street to North Oakland Avenue – January 3 through January 12, 2019

The street will be closed to facilitate construction at the property located at 2900 North Oakland Avenue.

Governor-elect Evers Announces Key Cabinet Appointments
Press Release

Governor-elect Evers Announces Key Cabinet Appointments

"I’ve said all along that my goal is to build a Wisconsin where people come together to invest in a brighter future for everyone..."

Zilber Initiative Helps Near South Side

Zilber Initiative Helps Near South Side

Home ownership, retail corridors revived in Silver City, two other neighborhoods.

TRAFFIC ALERT – East Locust Street from North Oakland Avenue east to the Alley will be Closed on December 4, 2018 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Press Release

TRAFFIC ALERT – East Locust Street from North Oakland Avenue east to the Alley will be Closed on December 4, 2018 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

The sidewalk on the south side of East Locust Street will remain open for pedestrian traffic.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Disconnect Your Downspouts, Get $100
Eyes on Milwaukee

Disconnect Your Downspouts, Get $100

City program affecting 54,000 homes part of plan to prevent Deep Tunnel overflows.

Alderman Bauman’s amendments pass to repair roads and tackle neighborhood blight
Press Release

Alderman Bauman’s amendments pass to repair roads and tackle neighborhood blight

"These amendments will not address all roadway infrastructure needs but does provide our DPW with much needed resources."

City Hall: Arts Board Wants New City Flag Search
City Hall

Arts Board Wants New City Flag Search

Process to select popular People's Flag not inclusive enough, board decides, so start over.

City Hall: Council Adopts 2019 City Budget
City Hall

Council Adopts 2019 City Budget

Average homeowner will see $51.88 increase, no change in total fire and police officers.

Report potholes to 286-CITY: Just one call…that’s all!
Press Release

Report potholes to 286-CITY: Just one call…that’s all!

News release from Alderman Terry L. Witkowski

Milwaukee Pride brings rainbow crosswalks to Cathedral Square
Press Release

Milwaukee Pride brings rainbow crosswalks to Cathedral Square

Join us Saturday for our Opening Ceremony

“Beautiful” Trash Containers for Clarke Square

“Beautiful” Trash Containers for Clarke Square

City, non-profits work with youth who paint uniquely designed receptacles to battle littering.

City Hall: Barrett Taps Polenske For Public Works
City Hall

Barrett Taps Polenske For Public Works

Veteran City Engineer to become head of 2,300-employee Department of Public Works.

High Impact Paving Projects Scheduled for the Week of October 29 to November 2, 2018
Press Release

High Impact Paving Projects Scheduled for the Week of October 29 to November 2, 2018

Each project will be completed within 1-2 days, weather permitting

City Hall: Council Passes Complete Streets Policy
City Hall

Council Passes Complete Streets Policy

Streets for all, not just cars, is now the law of the land.

City Hall: Committee Okays Complete Streets Policy
City Hall

Committee Okays Complete Streets Policy

Proposal on street design places pedestrians and cyclists on same level as motorists

Rake Your Leaves into the Street Beginning October 1, 2018
Press Release

Rake Your Leaves into the Street Beginning October 1, 2018

Actual collection of leaves will begin on Monday, October 8.

City Hall: Will City Adopt a New Flag?
City Hall

Will City Adopt a New Flag?

Arts Board doesn't seem crazy about "Peoples' Flag," has invited creators to next meeting.

Dining: East Side Food Hall Opening in November
Dining

East Side Food Hall Opening in November

October opening for "unique" food hall in former Rosati's on Farwell Ave. moved back.

City Hall: Council Okays Market-Based Parking Fees
City Hall

Council Okays Market-Based Parking Fees

But Tony Zielinski adamantly opposes it, joined by four other council members.

City Hall: Demand-Based Street Parking Coming
City Hall

Demand-Based Street Parking Coming

City will raise and lower fees based on demand, so more revenue and access to parking.

Statement from City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Regarding Rainbow Crosswalks
Press Release

Statement from City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Regarding Rainbow Crosswalks

DPW stands ready to continue our collaborative work with community members, Mayor Barrett, and Common Council members to find a solution that works for everyone.

Milwaukee Pride launches campaign for rainbow crosswalks
Press Release

Milwaukee Pride launches campaign for rainbow crosswalks

Civic project honors LGBTQ heritage of Cathedral Square

Bring On the Dockless Bicycles!

Bring On the Dockless Bicycles!

City officials announce they will accept proposals for dockless bikeshare.

Plenty of Horne: Meeting Addresses Swing Park Homicides
Plenty of Horne

Meeting Addresses Swing Park Homicides

Mayor, police, city officials, residents have a solution-oriented meeting short on anger.

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Announces A Dockless Bicycle Share Pilot Study
Press Release

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Announces A Dockless Bicycle Share Pilot Study

Dockless Bicycle Share systems are privately operated and consist of self-service bicycles made available to users on a short-term basis.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Potawatomi Tops Off New Hotel Tower
Eyes on Milwaukee

Potawatomi Tops Off New Hotel Tower

Construction has reached its peak on second tower of casino hotel.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Debuts New Parking Meters
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Debuts New Parking Meters

All 7,000 will ultimately be switched. Not sexy says Barrett, but he thinks public will approve.

Now Serving: New Patisserie For Walker’s Point
Now Serving

New Patisserie For Walker’s Point

Plus: new south side Pita Palace and new Peruvian food truck, Triciclo Peru.

Department of Public Works Commissioner Ghassan Korban to Retire from the City of Milwaukee
Press Release

Department of Public Works Commissioner Ghassan Korban to Retire from the City of Milwaukee

"It is with mixed emotions that I announce my retirement from the City of Milwaukee DPW."

City Hall: Committee Okays Dockless Bike Sharing
City Hall

Committee Okays Dockless Bike Sharing

LimeBike and others could operate by late August, if full council approves measure.

TRAFFIC ALERT – North 25th Street Bridge Over the Menomonee River to Close: West Canal Street to West Mount Vernon Avenue
Eyes on Milwaukee: Dockless Scooters Debut Here
Eyes on Milwaukee

Dockless Scooters Debut Here

Company called Bird drops approximately 60 scooters on city streets; is it legal?

City Hall: Domino’s Will Pay to Pave Potholes
City Hall

Domino’s Will Pay to Pave Potholes

But pizza chain offering Milwaukee only $5,000 in what some see as a publicity stunt.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Chinese Recycling Change Will Hurt City
Eyes on Milwaukee

Chinese Recycling Change Will Hurt City

City's annual $870,000 loss due to change by world's largest buyer of recycled paper.

Friday Photos: Milwaukee’s First Protected Bike Lanes
Friday Photos

Milwaukee’s First Protected Bike Lanes

Two bridges receive special infrastructure for bicyclists.

Greenfield Ave. Construction Hurts Local Businesses

Greenfield Ave. Construction Hurts Local Businesses

Since March the stretch from 16th to 35th under construction, slashing business sales.

TRAFFIC ALERT – South 27th Street High Impact Paving Project: West Lincoln to West Cleveland Avenues May 24-25, 2018
Eyes on Milwaukee: State Street Will Become Two Way
Eyes on Milwaukee

State Street Will Become Two Way

Remaining portion of one-way street to be converted to two-way traffic for safety, ease of access.

NEA Awards $50,000 Grant to Support Development of Beerline Trail
Press Release

NEA Awards $50,000 Grant to Support Development of Beerline Trail

Local project is one of 60 receiving funding nationwide

Eyes on Milwaukee: Sculpture Installed Outside City Hall
Eyes on Milwaukee

Sculpture Installed Outside City Hall

18-foot-tall work by Tony Cragg, an anonymous gift, was in the 2017 Sculpture MKE exhibit.

TRAFFIC ALERT – West Wisconsin Avenue Reconstruction Project Begins Monday, April 30, 2018
Press Release

TRAFFIC ALERT – West Wisconsin Avenue Reconstruction Project Begins Monday, April 30, 2018

Project will affect vehicular traffic from North 20th to North 38th Streets

Eyes on Milwaukee: Downtown Bridges Cause Mounting Traffic
Eyes on Milwaukee

Downtown Bridges Cause Mounting Traffic

Bridge openings stop traffic for nearly 4.5 hours on busy days. City mulls policy changes.

Child Care Centers Still Have Lead Pipes

Child Care Centers Still Have Lead Pipes

City has so far replaced lead service lines at 163 of 347 facilities.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Brown Street Bridge to Close Monday, April 23, 2018
Press Release

TRAFFIC ALERT: Brown Street Bridge to Close Monday, April 23, 2018

Bridge over the Canadian Pacific Railroad will be closed for reconstruction until Fall 2018

Eyes on Milwaukee: Multiple Tower Groundbreakings in 2018
Eyes on Milwaukee

Multiple Tower Groundbreakings in 2018

Couture, 1550 are in the works, but what about another lakefront tower?

Partial Closure: West Greenfield Avenue from South Cesar Chavez Drive to South 35th Street
Press Release

Partial Closure: West Greenfield Avenue from South Cesar Chavez Drive to South 35th Street

Eastbound traffic only; no westbound traffic beginning Monday, April 9, 2018

Legislation looks to local source for water infrastructure needs
Press Release

Legislation looks to local source for water infrastructure needs

News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs

Sculpture Milwaukee work earns place outside City Hall
Press Release

Sculpture Milwaukee work earns place outside City Hall

Tony Cragg’s Mixed Feelings donated anonymously through the Greater Milwaukee Foundation

Riverwest Bike Boulevard Gets Thumbs Up

Riverwest Bike Boulevard Gets Thumbs Up

Most attending public meeting support slowing traffic on N. Fratney and E. Wright streets.

In Public: About Those Streetcar Stops
In Public

About Those Streetcar Stops

Why not a dramatic uniform design for them? Well, because.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Portion of South Howell Avenue to Close March 26-31, 2018
Press Release

TRAFFIC ALERT: Portion of South Howell Avenue to Close March 26-31, 2018

Roadway from E. Lincoln to E. Oklahoma avenues affected

Eyes on Milwaukee: First Streetcar Heading to Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

First Streetcar Heading to Milwaukee

Left Pennsylvania plant, will arrive by on March 26, mayor announces.

Westbound I-794 Exit Ramp at Milwaukee Street to Close for Two Weeks
Press Release

Westbound I-794 Exit Ramp at Milwaukee Street to Close for Two Weeks

I-794 Motorists Advised to Use Nearby Lincoln Memorial Drive Exit Ramp During Closure

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Releases Contractor Gun Photo
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Releases Contractor Gun Photo

Third high-profile incident for contractor, $1.4 million in lost contracts.

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Announces An Overnight Snow Removal Operation – February 3rd and 4th
Press Release

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Announces An Overnight Snow Removal Operation – February 3rd and 4th

The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) has called for an overnight snow removal operation for the entire city for two nights – Saturday, February 3 and Sunday, February 4, 2018

Public Meeting for Proposed W. Layton Ave. Project
Press Release

Public Meeting for Proposed W. Layton Ave. Project

Public Information Meeting on February 7, 2018

Final Reminder: City Seeks Community Input on Walking in Milwaukee
Press Release

Final Reminder: City Seeks Community Input on Walking in Milwaukee

The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking input from the community about walking in Milwaukee for the City’s first Pedestrian Plan.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Another Contractor Caught With Gun
Eyes on Milwaukee

Another Contractor Caught With Gun

Another American Sewer worker caught with a gun, company forfeits another contract.

Shopping Cart Resolution Passes Committee
Press Release

Shopping Cart Resolution Passes Committee

The resolution will now move onto the Common Council for a full vote on February 6.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $750 Million to Replace Lead Pipes
Eyes on Milwaukee

$750 Million to Replace Lead Pipes

Solutions to city's lead laterals expensive and not simple, council members find.

Photo Gallery: The Return of George Washington
Photo Gallery

The Return of George Washington

3,000-pound statue of first president restored, returned to median on Wisconsin Ave.

Resolution seeks to spare Milwaukee We Energies ratepayers from huge Foxconn bill
Press Release

Resolution seeks to spare Milwaukee We Energies ratepayers from huge Foxconn bill

News release from Alderman Robert J. Bauman

EXTENDED: City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Operation for Snow Removal Overnight January 16/17, 2018
Press Release

EXTENDED: City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Operation for Snow Removal Overnight January 16/17, 2018

Failure to move a vehicle overnight during a declared DPW operation will result in a $40 citation.

City of Milwaukee Garbage and Recycling Collections Suspended For Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Press Release

City of Milwaukee Garbage and Recycling Collections Suspended For Tuesday, January 16, 2018

Residents scheduled for a Tuesday, January 16 garbage pick-up and recycling collection should leave their carts at the curb until they are emptied.

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Calls An Overnight Snow Removal Operation: Effective January 14 & 15, 2018
Press Release

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Calls An Overnight Snow Removal Operation: Effective January 14 & 15, 2018

Failure to move a vehicle overnight during a declared DPW operation will result in a $40 citation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Kills Contracts With American Sewer
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Kills Contracts With American Sewer

Council moves to subpoena owner, Donovan walks out of heated discussion about racism.

DEADLINE EXTENDED: City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Seeks Community Input on Walking in Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee: Will Milwaukeeans Pay for Foxconn Power?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Will Milwaukeeans Pay for Foxconn Power?

Yes, according to ATC spokesperson. Ald. Robert Bauman wants city to investigate issue.

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Schedules Over the New Year’s Holiday Weekend
Press Release

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Schedules Over the New Year’s Holiday Weekend

Some Department of Public Works services will be available for limited hours of operation.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Stamper Introduces Bill to Fire American Sewer Services
Eyes on Milwaukee

Stamper Introduces Bill to Fire American Sewer Services

"Yes, I support a termination of his contract, and I wish I could do it immediately..." says Alderman.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ban On Contractors With Guns Passed
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ban On Contractors With Guns Passed

Common Council passes ban unanimously, and orders study of ending outside contracting.

Eyes on Milwaukee: $65 Million Spent on Streetcar
Eyes on Milwaukee

$65 Million Spent on Streetcar

Construction of track is 90 percent complete, project ahead of schedule.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Embattled Company Leader Absent at Hearing
Eyes on Milwaukee

Embattled Company Leader Absent at Hearing

Head of company with gun, KKK issues, a no-show. Angry council members promise action.

Alderman Rainey targets lingering debris from accidents
Press Release

Alderman Rainey targets lingering debris from accidents

“We need to do a better job of getting the debris hauled away."

Murphy’s Law: 22% of City Workers Live in Suburbs
Murphy’s Law

22% of City Workers Live in Suburbs

Nearly 1,000 workers have left city since state ended residency rule.

Sewer contractor to appear before the Steering & Rules Committee to address racist symbols at work-site
Press Release

Sewer contractor to appear before the Steering & Rules Committee to address racist symbols at work-site

The meeting will be at 9:30 a.m. in room 301-B at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Worker With KKK Cooler Fired
Eyes on Milwaukee

Worker With KKK Cooler Fired

City official says American Sewer Services fired worker, a member of Laborers Local 113.

Alderman Zielinski seeks review of DPW work that has been outsourced
Press Release

Alderman Zielinski seeks review of DPW work that has been outsourced

Incidents at DPW worksites reflect lack of diversity, few city residents

Eyes on Milwaukee: City Contractor’s Worker Displays KKK Sign
Eyes on Milwaukee

City Contractor’s Worker Displays KKK Sign

Contractor whose workers showed their guns now connected to cooler with white supremacist signs.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Donovan Runs Afoul of City Gun Policy
Eyes on Milwaukee

Donovan Runs Afoul of City Gun Policy

Alderman said he knew of city employees carrying firearms, but has failed to report them.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ban Contractors From Carrying Guns?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ban Contractors From Carrying Guns?

Proposal causes fierce Common Council debate. Plus: Bauman slams city attorneys.

Facebook photo shows workers of city-hired subcontractor carrying handguns
Press Release

Facebook photo shows workers of city-hired subcontractor carrying handguns

News release and image from Alderman Stamper, Alderwoman Coggs, and Council President Hamilton

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