City of West Allis

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!

The City of West Allis, Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), and LaLonde Contractors, Inc. are hosting a public involvement meeting regarding the upcoming W. Lincoln Ave. reconstruction project between S. 93rd and S. 97th Street on Tuesday, April 8 from 4-6 p.m. at City Hall (7525 W. Greenfield Ave.) in the Council Chambers. The proposed improvements include the complete reconstruction of the roadway and adjacent sidewalk. The existing storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main facilities will also be replaced. Other improvements include the installation of new street lighting, roadway signing, and pavement marking, and traffic signal modifications at the intersection of W. National Avenue. Construction is scheduled to begin mid-April 2025.

The Common Council will hold a Special Meeting on Thursday, April 3 at 5 p.m. at West Allis City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. View the agenda here: https://westalliswi.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

Root River Parkway between National Avenue and 116th is closed completely due to high water and part of the road washing away. Barricades are in place at Morgan Avenue, but homes are still accessible to residents. The closure will remain in effect until further notice.

Bring your creativity and community spirit to the ENGAGE West Allis Origami Crane Workshop! Together, on Tuesday, April 29 at OPE! Brewing Co. (6751 W. National Ave.) at 6 p.m., we’ll fold 1,000 origami cranes—symbols of health, longevity, and happiness—uniting our City through art and shared aspirations. What to Expect: - Free Workshops: Fun for all ages. No experience is necessary. Materials and instructions are provided. - Interactive Display: Watch the cranes take flight as we assemble the cranes into a mobile art installation, traveling to public spaces and businesses across West Allis in 2025. Let’s make something beautiful together! Mark your calendars, invite friends, and be part of this inspiring project. ENGAGE West Allis is a dynamic community leadership initiative designed to foster informed, skilled, and engaged residents and business owners dedicated to the collaborative improvement of the City of West Allis. As an extension of the ENGAGE Community Leadership Workshop Series, this program brings together alumni to deepen their leadership capabilities, expand community engagement efforts, and drive meaningful impact. ENGAGE West Allis is committed to creating a city where residents and businesses feel empowered to contribute to its growth and well-being. By nurturing a culture of active involvement and transparent collaboration, we aim to build a stronger, more connected West Allis for generations to come.

The Community Development Authority will meet on Wednesday, April 2 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

Join the Southwest Suburban Health Department and Liberty Heights Park Neighborhood Association at the Bike Rodeo on Sunday, May 18 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the West Allis Farmers Market (6501 W. National Ave.). Registration is required for this FREE event. Participants must check in by noon to participate. Children ages 4-14 can bring their bikes for an afternoon full of fun including: - Bike safety checks - Free helmets (while supplies last) - Helmet fitting and decorating - 7 fun skill courses - Lunch for participants - Raffle prizes Register at www.SWSHDWI.gov/BikeRodeo

Crews are working on a water main break on Greenfield Avenue and 58th Street. Greenfield Avenue eastbound traffic will be detoured at 60th Street. Westbound traffic will remain on Greenfield Avenue. Repairs are expected to be completed by 3 p.m. today. The road closure will remain in place for pavement restoration through Wednesday/Thursday.