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Southside Park Getting A Fence You Didn’t Know It Needed
Supervisors add funding for fence around Boerner Botanical Gardens.
Nov 11th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Construction of Road-to-Trail Projects Planned for 2024
Redundant streets would be made into trails. Public meetings next week.
Nov 9th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Board and County Exec At Odds Over Debt, Spending
Board wants to surpass debt limit given new sales tax, surplus.
Nov 5th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Replaces Tippecanoe Park Playground
New playground funded through a 2021 real estate deal with Irgens.
Nov 4th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Starbucks Closing, County Seeks New Vendor For Red Arrow Park
New concessionaire or complementary business would anchor key downtown park.
Oct 26th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Crowley Signs Off On Greendale Barn Restoration
A property on Loomis Road once identified for demolition will be redeveloped for events, Airbnb-style rentals.
Oct 26th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Kosciuszko Center Remodeling Planned for 2024
Budget proposal includes funding for building improvements.
Oct 20th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
The Return of Sherman Park Harvest Fest
2nd annual festival on Oct 28 connects community and county government, with free food and entertainment.
Oct 20th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
A Record Year For Public Golf Courses
A new high of $10 million in revenue in 2023 for Milwaukee County Parks.
Oct 16th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Waste $300,000
Three supervisors stall parks project at McKinley Marina, costing taxpayers $300,000.
Oct 10th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Do County Parks Have Too Many Bridges?
System has 170 pedestrian bridges, spends millions per year maintaining them.
Oct 10th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks System Proposes Demolition Of Vacant Buildings
County Executive's 2024 budget proposal includes funding for demolition of unused, nuisance buildings.
Oct 5th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley’s 2024 Budget Departs From Decades of Cuts
Thanks to new sales tax and state revenue, property taxes go down and money for county services go up.
Sep 28th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Plans to Replace 2 Oak Leaf Trail Bridges
Aging Union Pacific railway bridges spanning I-43 in Glendale need replacing.
Sep 20th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Endorse Airbnb Renovation Plan For Dilapidated Greendale Farmhouse
Entrepreneur will redevelop historic Stelzer barn and farmhouse into short-term rentals.
Sep 14th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Restoring Wildlife Habitat in Little Menomonee River Parkway
$3 milllion grant from DNR will fund another restoration in Milwaukee Estuary.
Sep 13th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Domes Costs Shock Supervisors
'I think we're just in shock,' supervisor says on estimate of up to $100 million for Domes.
Sep 12th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
DNR Funding New Beach for South Shore Park
New South Shore Beach could be constructed in 2024.
Sep 8th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
County Committee Moves to Replace Private Bus Security
Proposal includes 51 new 'Transit Rangers' trained and maintained by the county.
Sep 6th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Whitnall Park Golf Course Getting Redesign
A public meeting is being held Sept. 14 on changes at golf course.
Aug 31st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Share Your Opinion on Ravine Road
Sup. Wasserman will hold two community meetings on future of roadway through Lake Park.
Aug 30th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Preparing for New, Improved Harley Park
Former Highland Park to get extensive landscaping and then funding from Harley Davidson.
Aug 23rd, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Do We Really Need Ravine Road?
And did Olmsted really want cars motoring through Lake Park?
Aug 21st, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
South Shore Breakwater Getting Emergency Repairs This Fall
But 2023 budget politics may have killed appetite for long-term repairs.
Aug 18th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Ravine Road Debate Heats Up
Local parks group wants vehicle access maintained for roadway through Lake Park.
Aug 14th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
County Executive Hosting Parks ‘Celebrity Softball Game’
Teams include local journalists, artists, business owners, activists, politicians and community leaders.
Aug 4th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Sheriff’s Deputy Is Again Sending Controversial Emails To Politicians
The deputy was suspended in 2021 for sending emails to politicians that identified him as Milwaukee deputy.
Aug 3rd, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
China Lights Festival Will Return Next Month
Popular art and cultural experience returns to Milwaukee area for the sixth time.
Aug 1st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Ravine Road Project Could Begin in 2024, With Pedestrian-Only Option
Parks requesting funding for planning, design and extensive public engagement.
Aug 1st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Launches Mitchell Park Campaign
Public engagement campaign aimed at building support, awareness for The Domes, Mitchell Park and a potential project.
Jul 31st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Groundbreaking Held For Moss Universal Park
First park in county, and perhaps in U.S. that's wholly accessible for people with disabilities.
Jul 26th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Oak Leaf Trail Could Be Extended in 2024
Federal funded trail connections planned in Kohl Park and Bender Park.
Jul 25th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Struggling Against Illegal Dumping
County parks have 'hot spots' for illegal dumping by contractors, landlords and others.
Jul 25th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Grants Could Fund Marina Upgrades
County grant office and Parks department seek federal and state grants.
Jul 24th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Park Being Renamed After Milwaukee Jazz Legend
Cawker Play Area to become Al Jarreau Park.
Jul 21st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Historic Stelzer Barn, A Former Hostel, Could See New Life
Greendale entrepreneur proposing major investment in former farm owned by Milwaukee County Parks.
Jul 21st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Hank Aaron State Trail Sinkhole Fixed
Trail reopens between S. 76th Street. and S. 89th Street.
Jul 20th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Downtown Development Agreements Will Help Fund County Parks
TIF districts for Northwestern Mutual and Fiserv projects funding county park improvements.
Jul 20th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
City Endorses New Lakefront Marathon Course With Hoan Bridge
Approval eliminates issue that doomed the 2022 race.
Jul 19th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Donors Interested in Saving Mitchell Park
But not necessarily saving the domes. Local supervisor, Parks and philanthropic community moving toward a new Mitchell Park project.
Jul 19th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
County Sales Tax Hike Gets First Approval
County officials detail future cuts without sales tax plan, as Parks Department is halved and senior centers eliminated.
Jul 17th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Sinkhole Closes Part of Hank Aaron State Trail
Trail closed between S. 76th St. and S. 89th St.
Jul 14th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
An Eagle Statue for Jacobus Park
Descendants of park's namesake wish to donate a statue to the park, named for energy company founder, former supervisor.
Jul 13th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Oak Leaf Trail Projects Could Start in 2024
List includes a new ramp near UW-Milwaukee and trail modernization projects.
Jul 12th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Bikes, Sculptures and Lots of Music
Week two of Summerfest headlines another packed Milwaukee summer weekend.
Jun 29th, 2023 by Michael Holloway
Switching To Electric Vehicles Would Save Milwaukee County Money
A new analysis of fleet electrification shows savings along with massive reduction in emissions.
Jun 29th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Could MCTS Have New Security by 2024?
Task Force rushing to finalize a proposal for county buses before budget season. Will it work?
Jun 27th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
July 3 Fireworks A Week Away
But a new rule: No camping for annual fireworks. And volunteers sought to help clean up parks afterward.
Jun 26th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Pushing Sand at McKinley Beach
850 truckloads of sand will be hauled in for reconstruction of beach.
Jun 21st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Seeks Sponsors for Free Admission Days
Milwaukee County Parks wants to offer special free admission days to three venues in 2024.
Jun 16th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
“Active Streets” Serves As Road-to-Trail Test Runs
Milwaukee County Parks closing sections of Little Menomonee and Lincoln Creek parkways.
Jun 15th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
What Is The Future Of Doyne Park?
Golf course closed in 2022. Park could become a natural prairie or mountain bike trail.
Jun 14th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Universal Ability Park Could Be Named Moss Park
Wisconsin Avenue Park would be redeveloped and renamed after major donor.
Jun 12th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
How To Get to Summerfest 2023
No car? No problem. Here are 9 other ways to get there.
Jun 12th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
County Could Pay For Old Loomis Road Repair, After Rejecting State Funding
New Sup. Kathleen Vincent seeks repairs stymied by former board.
Jun 9th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Think Tank Studying Ways to Finance Parks Maintenance
Massive backlog of county parks infrastructure projects requires creative solutions.
May 25th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
2023 Guide to Farmers Markets in Milwaukee
All located in the city, offering fresh foods, entertainment and community this summer.
May 24th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
The Roundhouse Kicks Off Second Season
McKinley Marina beer garden and snack stand will host grand opening on May 25.
May 23rd, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
County Programs Win 5 National Awards
National Association of Counties' non-competitive awards praise Milwaukee's innovations.
May 23rd, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
27 Pools, Splash Pads and Water Parks Opening in Milwaukee
County boosts the number of facilities it will open for 2023 season.
May 19th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Adds More Lifeguards For Pools
Pool openings to be announced in the coming week.
May 17th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Rethinking Its Building Portfolio
System maintains old, unused buildings as it struggles with inadequate budget. Could some buildings be eliminated?
May 15th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Red Arrow Park Roller Rink Opens
Downtown ice rink now a roller skating rink seven days a week during warm months.
May 14th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Johnny’s Hot Sauce Popping Up at 1840 Brewing
Plus: Funky Fresh goes wholesale, Third Space adds food, Juneau Park adds beer garden.
May 14th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Parks Plans to Rebuild Washington Park Bridges
Aggressive construction timeline to replace two lagoon bridges by end of year.
May 13th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
New Beer Garden Opening in Juneau Park
No longer traveling, downtown park will have a summer-long beer garden.
May 11th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks System Hits Record Revenue
Golf, beer gardens and facility rentals keeping the parks system afloat.
May 11th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks for People or Pavement?
Parks department wants to reduce the paved footprint in Milwaukee County.
May 11th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Planning More Aquatic Facility Openings This Summer
The department is planning to open more splash pads and wading pools, and to focus lifeguards on waterparks.
May 4th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Lincoln Creek Road-to-Trail Project Beginning
Parks department will convert roadway to bicycle and pedestrian trail.
Apr 30th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Department Planning to Improve Restroom Access This Summer
Department unable to open all public restroom facilities in recent years, prompting resident complaints to county supervisors.
Apr 26th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Board Approves Harley Park Deal
Plus: County board approves Juvenile Justice Center redevelopment, Sherman Park projects and settlement for opioid lawsuit.
Apr 20th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Zablocki Golf Course Getting Synthetic Turf
Will become first public course in county to get artificial greens and tee boxes.
Apr 19th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Back Sherman Park Overhaul
Funding for Sherman Park improvements approved by powerful Committee on Finance.
Apr 19th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Highland Park To Become Harley Park
The Harley-Davidson Foundation offers $350,000 for park improvements and 10 years of maintenance.
Apr 13th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Planned Wetland Project Pays for Itself
County plans new wetland in Oak Creek Parkway on county-owned agricultural land.
Apr 12th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Board Wrings Extra $8,000 Out Of We Energies Deals
Supervisors, parks department gain more money for two utility easements.
Apr 11th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Finishes Trails Plan for Northwest Side
Plan would dramatically increase access to trails for majority-Black neighborhoods.
Apr 5th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Domes Annual Spring Show Debuts April 8
"Metamorphosis: The Lives of Frogs and Butterflies" captures the creature' lifecycles amid an explosion of colorful spring flowers.
Apr 5th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Lifeguard Recruitment Improves
Milwaukee County ahead of last year's recruitment, though not on track for full staffing.
Apr 4th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Harley-Davidson May Revamp Highland Park
Would pay for improvements but may seek new name for park near corporate campus.
Mar 27th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks’ Former Barn Youth Hostel Could Be Redeveloped
Seeking developer for barn and residential building on site located on Root River Parkway.
Mar 15th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Underwood Park Wading Pool Could Become Splash Pad
Splash pad would save money and be more accessible to people in wheelchairs.
Mar 11th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Sherman Park Could Get $2.2 Million Overhaul
Partnership of county and Boys & Girls Club would rehab park, add new amenities.
Mar 6th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Avenue Park May Be Renamed
Park designed for people of all abilities already has raised $4.1 million in private funds towards its $7 million project cost.
Mar 4th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Foundation Boosts Reforestation Effort
Molson Coors, Fund for Lake Michigan funding reforestation staff with donation.
Mar 3rd, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
County Transportation Building Going Solar?
Seeking consultants to study installing solar panels at site in Wauwatosa.
Mar 1st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
South Shore Breakwater Could Be Partially Repaired This Year
County looking for a contractor to repair 2020 storm damage. Feds rejected FEMA aid.
Feb 24th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Jackson Park Project Faces Resistance
Some residents oppose plan to convert roadway to pedestrian-bike trail along KK River Parkway.
Feb 20th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Should Road Through Lake Park Be Pedestrianized?
A survey of nearby residents found great support for a pedestrian and bicycle-only Ravine Road.
Feb 9th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Is Hales Corners Ice Rink Project Dead?
The leader of private/public project says so, now that county demands its $75,000 back.
Feb 8th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Board Releases Funds for Park Projects
County board approves $1.3 million in maintenance, repairs and new projects for parks.
Feb 7th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Stall, Inflate Cost of Sea Wall Project
Cost of McKinley Flushing Channel rises as county board second guesses engineers.
Feb 1st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Free Golf For Parks Employees?
Finance Committee approves free and reduced-price golf as a benefit for parks employees.
Jan 30th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Cathedral Square Now Features Ice Bar, Immersive Art Exhibit
Milwaukee Downtown plans additional activities, including Broadway-themed ice skating, in coming months.
Jan 19th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
County Has Open Call for Lifeguards
Parks department hopes to improve lifeguard numbers, open more pools this year.
Jan 18th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
South Milwaukee Baseball Diamond Getting Upgrade
South Milwaukee School District maintains baseball diamond owned by the county.
Jan 17th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
County Planning Habitat Restoration in Milwaukee River Greenway
Project will clear invasive species, improve habitats for plants and wildlife.
Jan 13th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Jackson Park Boathouse To Become Open-Air Pavilion
Boathouse being redesigned as part of MMSD stormwater project in the park.
Jan 11th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Attempt To Clear Parks With Goats Fails
It's cheaper to use humans because they can operate chainsaws.
Jan 6th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
