City of Waukesha

Alicia Halvensleben Elected Mayor of Waukesha

Young Democrats of Wisconsin Endorse Chris Taylor for Wisconsin Supreme Court & Local Candidates

Revitalize Milwaukee Block Build Waukesha Selects The Strand for Revitalization Efforts

Senator Baldwin Delivers Over $750,000 For Waukesha Police Department

Funding comes through the Baldwin-backed Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to improve roadway safety

Wisconsin State Patrol to conduct special enforcement to stop risky driving in Waukesha County

Senator Baldwin Delivers for Southeastern Wisconsin in Government Funding Legislation

Baldwin secured support for affordable housing, critical infrastructure, public safety, and more

Senator Baldwin Delivers for Law Enforcement, Public Safety Leaders in Government Funding Bill

Baldwin Brings Home Over $211 Million for Dozens of Wisconsin Projects

Senators Baldwin and Johnson Lead Resolution to Remember First Anniversary of the Waukesha Christmas Parade Tragedy

Rep.Stubbs’ Statement on Waukesha Parade Tragedy

DNR Issues Waukesha Diversion Approval, Implementing Great Lakes Compact Council Decision

DNR Completes Final Environmental Impact Statement on the Proposed Waukesha Great Lakes Water Diversion

DNR hosts hearing to discuss wetland and water permits related to water diversion project

The hearing will also cover the DNR's Environmental Impact Statement on the overall diversion project.

City of Waukesha proposed water diversion public hearing

Waukesha is applying for wetland and waterway permits to construct a water supply system to divert water from Lake Michigan and a return system.

NEWaukee Announces YPWeek Wisconsin 2018 Expansion, Bubbler Awards Application Open

After three years of successful expansion of YPWeek Wisconsin, NEWaukee has built the nation’s largest millennial talent network.

New poll shows Milwaukee area’s divided feelings on Foxconn, views on other topics as Marquette Law School launches expanded public policy program

54 percent of adults polled believe a new Foxconn factory will substantially improve the economy of the Milwaukee area.

Governor Walker Attends 2017 Leadership Summit of Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers Conference

The Conference has three main focus areas, Environmental Stewardship, Economic Development, and Creating Long-Term Protections.

Governor Walker Signs 20 Bills Into Law

Acts 37 - 56

Waukesha Water Statement

City Response to Eight Great Lakes Governors’ Ruling on Cities Initiative Appeal

Fair Housing Council Settles Discrimination Complaint Against Waukesha County

MMFHC’s complaint alleged that Waukesha County engaged in illegal housing discrimination on the basis of race, color and national origin.

YPWeek Wisconsin Further Expands to Include 25 Communities

2017 Bubbler Awards Applications Open

Rep. Neylon Applauds Approval of City of Waukesha’s Request for Great Lakes Water

“This is an incredible opportunity for the City of Waukesha and its residents to ensure they have access to clean and safe drinking water.”

Great Lakes Leaders Approve Waukesha Water Diversion

Wisconsin environmental groups' concerns remain; modified diversion plan will require vigilance

Groups React to Recommendation on Precedent-Setting Great Lakes Water Diversion Request

The Declaration of Findings include conditions added by the Great Lakes Governors and Premiers that will modify the diversion request.

Public Overwhelmingly Opposed To Wisconsin’s Great Lakes Diversion Proposal

99% of more than 11,200 comments indicate opposition or serious concern regarding City of Waukesha's proposed Great Lakes diversion

New Information Confirms Great Lakes Water Unnecessary for Waukesha

Updated report reaffirms sustainable alternative to Great Lakes water

New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight races in Wisconsin presidential primaries

Feingold holds lead over Johnson in U.S. Senate race

Waukesha water diversion application will set precedent for adherence to Great Lakes Compact

Eight Great Lakes governors and two Canadian premiers ask Great Lakes citizens to chime in

First Request to Divert Great Lakes Water Heads to Regional Governors and Premiers

Any state may veto the diversion application

Waukesha Diversion Application to Move On to Regional Review

DNR says Waukesha's application approvable despite requests from across the Great Lakes region to deny it

Public Opposed to Waukesha’s Lake Michigan Diversion

96% of Written Comments in Opposition to Waukesha’s Proposal

Legal and Technical Experts Tell DNR Waukesha’s Application Does Not Comply with Great Lakes Compact

Public largely opposed to application at all three public hearings

DNR Public Hearings on Waukesha Water Diversion

The DNR will hold three public hearings next week to gather public input on the City of Waukesha’s application to take water from Lake Michigan.

Lake Michigan Diversion Application Review Released by Wisconsin DNR

Precedent-setting application will test the strength of the Great Lakes Compact

Milwaukee Passenger Rail Company shares Coordinated Economic Development Plan

Regional rail alternative suggested to spur development

Waukesha’s Revised Water Diversion Proposal Still Fails to Meet Great Lakes Compact

The City of Waukesha’s revised plan to divert an average of 10.1 million gallons of water daily from Lake Michigan falls short of the protective standards set by the Great Lakes Compact.

Coalition Contends Waukesha Diversion Proposal Falls Short of Meeting Great Lakes Compact

A coalition of Wisconsin conservation and environmental organizations, contends that the City of Waukesha’s plan to divert an average of 10.1 million gallons daily from Lake Michigan does not meet the standards of the Compact

Waukesha Diversion Proposal Demands Scrutiny

As Complete Details Emerge, Interested Parties Must Evaluate Whether It Meets Wisconsin and Great Lakes Compact Requirements

Waukesha’s Proposed Water Diversion is Vastly Different from Its 2011 Application

The Public Deserves Comprehensible Document, New Hearings and Time to Review

Proposal seeks change to allow water negotiations with Waukesha for wider service area

A Common Council resolution to be considered for immediate adoption tomorrow would amend a resolution approved earlier this month by the Council to allow negotiations with the City of Waukesha for water service to the city’s existing service area and to the area beyond its service area.

Letter to City of Waukesha regarding the City’s request for water service

The attached letter was sent today by Alderman Robert J. Bauman, chair of the Public Works Committee, regarding the scheduling of Council file# 120230: Resolution directing negotiations with the City of Waukesha regarding the City’s request for water service.