City of West Allis

The Common Council will meet on Tuesday, May 6 at 7 p.m. at West Allis City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. View the agenda here: https://westalliswi.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

Crews are working on a water main break at 8620 W. Orchard St. Orchard Street will be closed between 86th and 87th Streets until 2 p.m. for repairs, and water will be off until 1 p.m. for 20 homes in the area.

The West Allis Farmers Market, voted Best Farmers Market by both the Shepherd Express and Milwaukee Magazine, returns for its 106th season today, Saturday, May 3 starting at 1 p.m. with a variety of seasonal produce, fresh meats and eggs, specialty foods, food trucks, local brews and more. The market will run three times a week through Saturday, Nov. 29. The market is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon - 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 1 - 5 p.m. Learn more about our 2025 season at WestAllisFarmersMarket.com.

This week's construction in progress report has been updated and is now available: https://5il.co/2y9tr

WE Energies has begun a gas service renewal project on S. 71st Street between W. Greenfield Avenue and W. Rogers Street. The project will happen in three phases, starting the first phase near W. Greenfield Avenue towards the south. During the service install phase, two-way traffic should be maintained to through-traffic only. During the restoration portion of the phases, WE Energies has requested a complete closure. At that time, a detour will be set up. We are currently waiting for a detour plan from WE Energies. The project is estimated to take approximately six weeks.

Calling All Creatives and Art Lovers in West Allis! The West Allis Arts Collective is taking shape, and we want YOU to be part of it! Whether you're a painter, performer, poet, musician, maker, or just someone who believes in the power of the arts—we welcome everyone to join us in building something inspiring for our community. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, May 21 at 6 p.m. at Inspiration Studios located at 1500 S. 73rd St. This is your chance to help shape a brand-new arts organization from the ground up. No arts background required—just bring your ideas, energy, and passion for supporting the arts in West Allis! Spread the word, bring a friend, and let’s get creative together!

This week's construction in progress report is now available: https://5il.co/2y9tr

Did you know that the Public Beautification Committee (supported by the Public Works Forestry Division) sponsors annual awards for beautiful yards and properties in West Allis? Nominations are now open for the 2025 season! Awards are given to businesses and homeowners who devote extra effort to their property’s beautification and maintenance. Categories include Commendable Property, Best Porch, and Patriotic Display. Winners are awarded a framed certificate and a yard sign, honored in a ceremony, and have their property included in a photo and video on the City website. Nominations for Commendable Property and Best Porch are due by Tuesday, June 17, and nominations for Patriotic Display are due by Thursday, July 3. Nominate at WestAllisWI.gov/Beautification

The City of West Allis Plan Commission will meet on Wednesday, April 23 at 6 p.m. at West Allis City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. View the agenda here: https://westalliswi.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

This week's construction in progress report is now available: https://5il.co/2y9tr

An updated Construction in Progress Report is now available: https://5il.co/2y9tr

This morning City officials from West Allis joined Milwaukee County, County Executive David Crowley and representatives from Greendale, Shorewood, South Milwaukee and Wauwatosa to demonstrate our commitment to safer streets in the community. Each community will be deploying a series of traffic calming demonstration activities to help each municipality study proposed traffic improvements with a goal of reducing fatal and serious crashes. In West Allis, we are: 1. Conducting a near-miss study with Miovision Near-Miss Detection cameras and equipment at the intersection of Lincoln & S. 60th Street. 2. Installing a temporary speed cushion at a segment of S. 59th Street between Mitchell and Lapham. 3. Installing temporary speed humps near S. 96th Street & Maple Court and S. 97th Street between Schlinger Street and Washington Street. Project funding will also advance the purchase of necessary signage, evaluation of speed study data, City of West Allis Department of Public Works labor, and promotional letters to residents.

The Common Council will meet on Tuesday, April 15 at 7 p.m. at West Allis City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. View the agenda here: https://westalliswi.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

Join us at the Public Works Open House and Job Fair on Saturday, May 17 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at 6300 W. McGeoch Ave. for an afternoon of fun and learning all about the Department of Public Works! - Tour the public works facility and get a first-hand look at operations - Meet the crew - Watch demonstrations and simulations on how crews keep our City clean and safe - Check out public works vehicles and equipment on display - Games and prize drawings - Food Truck - Shorty's Grilled Cheese In addition to the Open House, there will also be a Public Works Job Fair on site, so if you're looking for work, stop by to speak with Public Works staff about regular and seasonal job openings. You can even apply on-site! View openings at www.westalliswi.gov/careers. Please note that due to these events, the City dump will be closed on Saturday, May 17.

This week's construction in progress report is now available: https://5il.co/2y9tr

It's that time of year again! Spring yard waste collection begins Sunday, April 20 and continues through Sunday, May 11. During this time, yard waste materials like leaves, weeds, flowers, vines, and other non-fruit and vegetable materials can be placed in the street along the curb line for pickup. Please be aware there may be a delay of up to two weeks before crews begin collecting the yard waste. You can also bring your yard waste to one of the West Allis drop-off sites for disposal without charge. Tips for Yard Waste Collection Grass clippings are not considered yard waste and are not accepted at the drop-off sites or collected with yard waste collection. Leave grass clippings in place or consider starting a compost pile. You can also use grass clippings as mulch under trees and shrubs at home. Don’t rake grass clippings into the street! Take advantage of curbside yard waste collection which takes place each spring and fall. Do Rake yard waste into the street along the curb line forming a long, low pile. If you don’t have a curb, place material along the roadway in a long, low pile. Wet material down to prevent it from blowing away. Remove pots and soil from plants before placing for collection. When parking on the street be mindful of leaf pile locations and allow a 15 foot clearance. Do not Mix yard waste into brush piles. Place materials for collection in drainage ditches, alleys, garbage containers, ash boxes, or piles in your yard or driveway. Place yard waste for collection at any other time but during the dates listed. Park over yard waste piles. This prevents crews from picking up material and is a fire hazard. Place fruit and vegetables, including pumpkins, into the curb line with yard waste due to rodent activity. Instead, place those items in a plastic bag, tightly tied, then dispose of in your City garbage cart. Bring your yard waste to one of the West Allis drop-off sites for disposal without charge. View drop-off site locations and hours here. Pine cones, apples, acorns/nuts, "whirly birds" from maple trees are considered "fruit" from a tree and can go in either the garbage or your yard waste pile. For ease of collection and to prevent clogging storm drains it is preferred that the material is bagged and placed in the garbage.

Join the West Allis Police Department at the spring Community Clean Up on Saturday, May 17 from 9 - 11 a.m. at the West Allis Police Satellite Station located at 6900 W National Ave. Light breakfast will be provided. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information, call Gina Wrycza at 414-302-8050 or email at gwrycza@westalliswi.gov.

This week's construction in progress report is now available: https://5il.co/2y9tr

Starting in May, WisDOT will begin reconstructing a 300-foot section at the Beloit Road railroad crossing and permanently remove the 55th Street crossing. The new Beloit Road signal equipment that will be installed cannot accommodate the closely spaced crossings found at Beloit Road, 60th Street, 57th Street, and 55th Street. Due to this, 55th Street will no longer go through the railroad crossing. Instead, moving forward, cars must turn on Mobile Street to cross at 57th Street, Electric Avenue, Beloit Road or 60th Street. Learn more about this project on the City website News section.

Root River Parkway has been re-opened. There is a small area that is still blocked off awaiting repairs, but traffic can flow freely in both directions. Thank you for your patience!