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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
Ways to Support County Park Tree Planting in 2023
Donate to annual planting effort or volunteer to help get them in the ground.
Dec 30th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Board Approves Waukesha Water Deal After Revisions
Board grants Waukesha access to one-acre of county land for $300 million drinking water project.
Dec 16th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Board Approves Studying Demolition, Other Options For The Domes
Policy does not support demolition, which many supervisors remain opposed to.
Dec 16th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Brewers Donates Scoreboards to Parks
Brewers Foundation and U.S. Cellular donate $44,000 for new scoreboards in Lincoln and Sherman parks.
Dec 14th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
“Lightfield” Immersive Art Coming to Cathedral Square
It's art and mathematics. 24 light-emitting sculptures will illuminate park next year.
Dec 13th, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Supervisors Stall Waukesha Drinking Water Project
Waukesha needs access to one acre of county land. Committee votes to delay this.
Dec 8th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
New Policy Would Require County To Study Demolishing The Domes
County board considering replacing repair-focused 2016 policy after limited progress.
Dec 1st, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Plans $3 Million King Center Rehab
Repairs to community center on 15th and Vliet part of a larger investment in neighborhood improvements.
Nov 22nd, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Vetoes Lake Park Bluff Proposal
Should neighbors have rights to maintain bluff forever? Crowley says no.
Nov 22nd, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Winter Chalets Return to South Shore Park
Heated chalets allow year-round use of South Shore Beer Garden.
Nov 18th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Will Public Pools Open in 2023?
Board adds funding to budget, but lifeguard shortage could still be a problem.
Nov 14th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Board Adopts 2023 County Budget
Board spent nearly 12 hours debating amendments, what passed?
Nov 11th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Lake Park Neighbors Seek Control of Bluff
Wahl Ave. residents have already clear cut top of bluff, now want special access to all of it.
Nov 8th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Lake Park Bridge Open For First Time In 6 Years
Pedestrians can once again cross the historic foot bridge in Lake Park.
Oct 29th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Federal Rules Shut Down County’s Largest Dog Park
Runway Dog Park to close Nov. 1. County looks to create replacement, seeks citizen input.
Oct 20th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Two New Oak Leaf Connections Planned for 2023
One trail would extend network on city's far northwest side while another would connect Milwaukee and Racine counties.
Oct 19th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Renovated Green Bay Playfield Opens
MPS-owned park located near Interstate 43 and Capitol Drive
Oct 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
County To Get a New Plan For Trail Network
County receives grant funding from the state to update its Trails Network Plan.
Oct 10th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
County Finds Success With Beer Gardens
Over past decade, county revived history of beer gardens in Milwaukee. And it paid off.
Oct 8th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
State Awards $4.4 Million for Oak Leaf Trail Projects
Projects include a new connection, trail flooding mitigation and trail modernization.
Oct 6th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
A Summer-Long Beer Garden for Juneau Park?
As long as Milwaukee County Parks doesn't violate federal tied house prohibitions.
Oct 5th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
County Parks Fights Ash Borer With Reforestation
Milwaukee County has removed 25,000 trees, but is ramping up its replacement effort.
Oct 1st, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Introduces 2023 Budget Laden With ‘Tough Decisions’
Budget increases parks, other departments funding, but shows that cuts are on the horizon.
Sep 29th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
County To Seek Historic Designation for Domes
Board wants National Register of Historic Places listing. A first step toward saving Domes?
Sep 28th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Lake Park Bridge Overhaul Nears Completion
Bridge to reopen next month after six-year closure
Sep 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Avenue Park Will Be Area’s First With Universal Access
First in southeastern Wisconsin where everything full accessible for those with disabilities.
Sep 15th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Demand A Domes Plan
Parks Committee recommends pursuing historic designation. But then what?
Sep 13th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Task Force Rejects ARPA Funding for Domes
Supervisors want to use $19 million in pandemic stimulus funds to begin fixing Mitchell Park Domes.
Sep 8th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Could Domes Get National Historic Designation?
Supervisors draft legislation to start the nomination process.
Aug 29th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Should County Parks Serve Wine, Spirits?
State law prevents this. County officials pushing legislators to allow this as a revenue generator.
Aug 25th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Kosciuszko Park Center May Be Expanded
Repairs, expansion of dormant community center could cost $33.8 million.
Aug 25th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Vetoes Downtown Roller Rink
Roller rink in Red Arrow Park won't happen this summer, but idea may not be dead.
Aug 2nd, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Concession Stand at McKinley Marina Now Open
Bartolotta Restaurants has opened Roundhouse, will serve snacks and refreshments with lakefront views.
Jul 21st, 2022 by Sophie Bolich
Supervisors Propose Parks Youth Corps
A program for high school students to learn, earn a stipend and help maintain the parks.
Jul 19th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Signs McKinley Beach Funding
Project will restore beach to original swimming depths to reduce dangerous riptides.
Jul 14th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
North Avenue Bridge Project Finished
Say goodbye to those pesky detours as Milwaukee County finishes job.
Jun 30th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Burnham Playfield Reopens To Happy Crowd
Southside park boasts splash pad, playground, futsal and basketball courts, soccer and baseball fields
Jun 29th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Roller Rink Looks Unlikely
Board struggles to find funding, plan lacks true budget and rink won't be ready for this summer.
Jun 29th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Parks May Convert Roads to Bike, Pedestrian Trails
Plan would convert 1.3 miles of Little Menomonee and Lincoln Creek parkways.
Jun 22nd, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
July 3 Fireworks Return!
After a two-year hiatus, fireworks return to Milwaukee's lakefront.
May 26th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Seasonal Worker Shortage Hurts Parks System
Decades of staff cuts forced parks to rely on a now-disappearing seasonal workforce.
May 25th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Downtown Roller Rink Looks Feasible
Downtown BID offers help, parks report says temporary structure needed to protect Red Arrow ice rink.
May 24th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Lifeguard Shortage Limits Pool Openings Again
No lifeguards at beaches in 2022, limited pool openings.
May 20th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Lakefront Beer Garden Will Return
War Memorial beer garden, operated by Kegel's, will offer longer hours, live music, weekly bike rides.
May 16th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Bartolotta Opening Concession at McKinley Marina
The Roundhouse in McKinley Park will sell light snacks, drinks and some boating items.
Apr 26th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Choice School Must Pay Property Taxes
Deal for Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy to purchase former MPS school will require this.
Apr 13th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
County Faces Drastic Budget Decisions
County is short $87 million over the next five years, could force massive cuts in service.
Apr 5th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Bald Eagles Now Reside In Milwaukee
Pair of eagles have nest in county park. Bald eagles now found in all 72 counties in state.
Apr 4th, 2022 by Diane Bezucha
County Board Candidates
Seven districts out of 18 have competitive races. See who is on your ballot.
Apr 1st, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
County Board Says Send In The Goats
In perhaps his last act as a supervisor, Jason Haas secures funding for a county goats program.
Mar 31st, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Red Arrow Park Could Be Summer Roller Rink
Parks will develop a plan to operate a roller rink for when winter ice skating shuts down.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
New Plans Aims To Grow 13th Street
Extension of KK River Trail, traffic calming for Oklahoma Ave and safety improvements for S. 13th Street.
Feb 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Bridge Repairs Shutting Down North Avenue Bridge
County-owned bridge example of crumbling infrastructure in backlog of projects.
Feb 17th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Board Approves Climate Change Plan
Led by Sup. Haas, board approves plan to annually analyze, adapt to local impacts of global climate change.
Feb 10th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Army Corps, MMSD Revitalizing Honey Creek
6,700 feet of concrete lining will be removed from stream bed.
Feb 7th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Reimagining Kosciuszko Community Center
Parks developing plans for redeveloped Kozy, but elected officials still haven't funded a new air conditioning system.
Jan 26th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Push Federal Review of State Funding
Is huge decline in state aid to county a violation of residents' civil rights?
Jan 18th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
How to Save Our County Parks
Citizens can get involved and make a difference.
Jan 17th, 2022 by Marcelia Nicholson, Guy Smith and Rebecca Stoner
County Seeks Federal Grant for Flooded Trail
Flooded area in Root River Parkway submerges trail for most of the year, requires realigning
Dec 30th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Finishes New Kegel-Alpha Trail Plan
Proposal for controversial trail modifications in Mangan Woods in Greendale finalized.
Dec 29th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Pension Costs Decimated County Services
New generation of leaders has inherited government unable to pay for parks, buses, buildings and basic services.
Dec 14th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
