City of West Allis

Pumpkin Carving Extravaganza - Thursday, Oct. 23
Join us at Honey Creek Park this Thursday, Oct. 23 for a Pumpkin Carving Extravaganza from 4 - 7 p.m. We'll provide the 100 pumpkins, carving supplies, spooky tunes, and a food truck (Shorty's Grilled Cheese). You supply your carving skills! All participants must sign a waiver before participating. Participants can drop off pre-carved pumpkins during this event (or on Friday, Oct. 24 from 3 - 5 p.m.) for display during Haunted Honey Creek. If you wish to pick-up your pumpkin after the event, stop by from 9 - 9:30 p.m. after Haunted Honey Creek. Any remaining pumpkins will be donated to the Pumpkin Chunkin' event held by the WAWM Recreation Department on Oct. 31.

Haunted Honey Creek - Friday, Oct. 24
Haunted Honey Creek is creeping back with a night full of frightful fun this Friday, Oct. 24, from 4–9 p.m. at Honey Creek Park (8405 W. National Ave.). Get ready for a spine-tingling evening featuring:

• Flashlight cemetery tours

• A special outdoor screening of Ghostbusters with West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation & Community Services

• Photo ops with Wisconsin Ghostbusters and the Ecto-1 car

• Chat with the Paranormal Investigators of Milwaukee and check out their ghost-hunting gear

• Campfire ghost stories and ooey-gooey s’mores

• Live music from Sweet Sheiks and Caleb Westphal—DJ

• Self-guided tours of the West Allis Historical Society

• Carved pumpkin display (help us carve them Thursday, Oct. 23 from 4-7 p.m. at Honey Creek Park!)

• Shop the Eerie Emporium filled with local vendors selling crystals, potions, and mystical wares

• Dine on wicked eats and bone-chilling beer in the Fear Garden with EZ Tiki, Fiddlesticks Kettle Corn & Lemonade, Flour Girl & Flame, Flip's Mini Donuts, The Ladle Lady, My Aunties Kitchen, and OPE! Brewing Co.

• Hay ride shuttle from Mount Hope Lutheran Church to the event with a canned food donation

Costumes are encouraged. You won’t want to miss this hauntingly good time! Get the full schedule of events (including tickets to the Paranormal Investigators of Milwaukee after-hours tour of the West Allis Historical Society) at WestAllisWI.gov/HauntedHoneyCreek.

Thanks to our sponsors for this spooky event The Revv, OPE! Brewing Co., West Allis Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical, and the West Allis Historical Society.

The City of West Allis Plan Commission will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. at West Allis City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. View the agenda here: https://westalliswi.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

The Common Council will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 7 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

NEWS RELEASE
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Southeast Region – Waukesha Office

For more information, contact:
Dan Sellers
WisDOT Southeast Region Communications Manager
(262) 548-6702
Daniel.Sellers@dot.wi.gov

Governor Evers Approves First Segment of I-94 East-West Construction to Begin in Milwaukee County
To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Governor Evers has approved $121 Million for the reconstruction of I-94, between 70th Street and Zablocki Drive, in Milwaukee County. Referred to as the West Leg Segment, this is the first major piece of the overall I-94 East-West project to begin. Zignego Company, Inc. is the prime contractor for the West Leg Segment, with preliminary work scheduled to begin October 27.

Overview of West Leg Segment
- Expanding I-94 to four lanes in each direction between 70th Street and Zablocki Drive
- Reconstructing the Hawley Road interchange as a half-interchange; ramps to and from the east will be eliminated while access to and from the west will remain after reconstruction
- Reconstructing the 68th Street / 70th Street interchange

Change Your Approach, Not Your Destination
The I-94 East-West corridor is one of the busiest routes in Wisconsin, serving approximately 158,000 - 178,000 vehicles per day. To safely construct the project while maximizing available traffic flow, the following traffic impacts will take place the week of November 3:

- Long-term single lane closure in each direction of I-94 between 70th Street and Zablocki Drive
- Long-term closure of the Hawley Road Interchange
- Long-term closure of the southbound WIS 175 system ramp to westbound I-94
- Long-term closure of the 68th Street entrance ramp to eastbound I-94
- 30-day closure of the southbound WIS 175 exit ramp to Frederick Miller Way

WisDOT understands that construction of this scale may bring some challenges, including increased traffic and temporary detours. This project is a vital investment in addressing deteriorated roadway conditions, obsolete road/bridge design, traffic demands, and high crash rates.

Local and regional alternate routes are encouraged. Travelers should plan ahead by adding extra time, finding alternate routes, and knowing what resources are available.

Stay Updated, Stay Moving
WisDOT will incorporate a Queue Warning System on the interstate leading up to the work zone providing advanced notice to drivers of upcoming travel times and delays

Know Before You Go - For reliable traffic updates and travel services, visit 511wi.gov.

To learn more about the I-94 East-West project, visit: https://www.94eastwest.wisconsindot.gov/

Schedule
Construction on the West Leg Segment is scheduled to be complete by late 2028. All work is weather dependent and subject to change.

I-94 East-West Project
The I-94 East-West project covers approximately 3.5 miles of I-94, between 70th Street and 16th Street, in Milwaukee County. This project will modernize the corridor by improving safety, replacing aging infrastructure and reducing congestion. I-94 plays a key role in moving local traffic, commuters, tourists, freight, and other movements to major sites around and beyond the southeast region of the state.

Learn More about the I-94 East-West Project

ENGAGE West Allis Presents: 2026 Budget Presentation

Thursday, Oct. 30
6–7 p.m.
Talia’s Event Venue – 7423 W. Greenfield Ave.

Join us at ENGAGE West Allis Presents: 2026 Budget Presentation for a unique opportunity to listen, learn, and understand how the City of West Allis builds its annual budget. This one-hour session is designed to demystify the budget process and highlight the strategic priorities that guide our decisions.

This is not a debate or public forum—it's a learning experience rooted in the City’s core value of being open and transparent, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. Through a facilitated presentation led by City Administrator Erin Hirn, attendees will gain insight into:

• How the City budget is built: Learn about the regulations, constraints, and priorities that shape the process before departments even submit their requests.

• A real-world example: See how one department’s budget reflects tough choices—where cuts were made, how funds were reallocated, and what trade-offs were necessary.

• What’s next: Discover how you can stay engaged in the process, including attending the Common Council meeting on Nov. 4, where the proposed budget will be presented, or the meeting on Nov. 11 when the budget will be voted on.

Presented by ENGAGE West Allis.

The Community Development Authority will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 14 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

The Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management will be hosting a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at the West Allis Senior Center (7001 W. National Ave.) in the Multipurpose Room, Mondays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. starting Oct. 13, ongoing through Friday, Oct. 31. The DRC will be closed on Sundays.

Milwaukee County DRC's are accessible facilities that flood survivors can visit in person to learn more about FEMA and other agencies providing disaster assistance. Anyone who has been affected by a declared disaster can visit the DRC to ask questions and access available resources. At a DRC, residents can:

- Speak directly with federal representatives
- Get help applying for federal assistance
- Receive updates on their FEMA application
- Learn more about the appeals process
- and more!

Residents are not required to go to a DRC to receive FEMA assistance. Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov or by phone at 800-621-3362.

Classes and activities at the West Allis Senior Center will be relocated or temporarily adjusted.

• Arthritis Exercise – will meet upstairs in the Conference Room

• Chair Yoga (Tuesdays) – canceled during this period

• Zoom Yoga (Thursdays) – will continue as usual

• Qi Gong (Thursdays) – canceled during this period

• Line Dancing and Cardio Drumming – will move to the Main Hall

• Dartball – will meet in the Game Room adjacent to the Billiards Hall

The Common Council will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 7 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

Our City's utility billing portal will undergo scheduled maintenance starting Friday, Oct. 3 at 4:45 p.m. through Sunday, Oct. 5. During this period, you may experience temporary disruptions. All other online services will be available as normal. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

There has been a water service leak at 908. S. 76th St. Crews will begin the repairs at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 30. All northbound traffic will be detoured east on Washington Street to 75th Street, north on 75th Street to Walker Street, and back west on Walker Street to 76th Street. Southbound traffic will not be affected. Repairs should be complete by 1 p.m. on Tuesday.

Don't miss the West Allis Senior Center Health Fair today until 7 p.m. at the Senior Center (7001 W. National Ave)! Participate in health demonstrations and screenings to boost your well-being, connect with local organizations and services that support health and wellness, and get to know the facilities and activities offered. Vendor booths will be open until 7 p.m., offering valuable resources and networking opportunities. This event is open to people of all ages and is not limited to West Allis residents.

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

The Community Development Authority will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. at West Allis City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. View the agenda here: https://westalliswi.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

OFFICE OF DISASTER RECOVERY & RESILIENCE
SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Wisconsin Businesses, Private Nonprofits, and Residents Affected by August Severe Storms - Low-Interest Disaster Loans Now Available

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans for Wisconsin businesses, private nonprofits, and residents affected by severe storms and flooding occurring Aug. 9-12, 2025. The SBA issued a disaster declaration in response to a request received from Gov. Tony Evers, on Sept. 10, 2025.

The declaration covers primary Wisconsin counties of Milwaukee, Washington and Waukesha; which are eligible for both Physical damage loans and Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) from the SBA. Small businesses and most private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in the following adjacent counties are eligible to apply only for SBA EIDLs: Dodge, Fond Du Lac, Jefferson, Ozaukee, Racine, Sheboygan and Walworth.

Businesses and nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans and may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.

Homeowners and renters are eligible to apply for home and personal property loans and may borrow up to $100,000 to replace or repair personal property, such as clothing, furniture, cars, and appliances. Homeowners may apply for up to $500,000 to replace or repair their primary residence.

Read the full press release.