The City of West Allis Plan Commission will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 28 at 6 p.m. at West Allis City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. View the agenda here: https://westalliswi.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
ENGAGE: Education, Networking, Growth, Action, and Gaining Empowerment
Spring 2026: Community in Focus
The City of West Allis and the Community Impact Partnership and Foundation are hosting a five-session leadership workshop to provide West Allis residents and business owners with an opportunity to develop their leadership skills and explore real community challenges. Each session will focus on a key issue impacting the city, offering participants the opportunity to work alongside community leaders, organizations, and residents to develop practical ideas, pilot concepts, or strategic recommendations. The goal is not only leadership development, but tangible community benefit. Registration is required.
Session themes will include:
Increasing Civic Involvement
Youth Voice and Intergenerational Leadership
Housing Stability and Community Care
Public Gathering Places and the Power of “Third Spaces”
Economic Opportunity and Small Business Vitality
Special guest speakers include:
Ian Abston, The Hoan Group and Forward 48
Steph Salvia, Joy Engine
Dr. Tarrynce Robinson, West Allis-West Milwaukee School District
Julian Kegel, Kegel's Inn & German Restaurant
West Allis Community Impact Partnership & Foundation
Planning Committee of the emerging West Allis Homeless Support Coalition
City of West Allis Planning & Zoning Department
More to be announced
The sessions will be held on Thursdays, Feb. 19, 26, Mar. 5, 12, and 19 from 6-8 p.m. at Aurora West Allis, 8901 W. Lincoln Ave.
Registration is open to West Allis residents/business owners and will be limited to 20 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions will consist of presentations, discussion panels, and interactive small group work. Please be sure you can commit to all 5 sessions in this series before registering. When registration is full, a waitlist will be created for a future series.
Thanks to generous community sponsors, this workshop series is offered free of charge, and a light meal is provided. For additional information, contact Suzanne Singh, Community Engagement Manager, at ssingh@westalliswi.gov.
Due to the school district closing tomorrow, Jan. 23, the WAWM Recreation & Community Services and the WAWM Activities & Fitness Center will be closed and will no longer be available as warming sites, as originally stated. Warming sites are listed at www.WestAllisWI.gov/news
Due to the extreme weather conditions predicted for Friday, Jan. 23, garbage and recycling collection will be canceled. Friday’s collection will resume on Monday, Jan. 26. Crews will be working on an adjusted schedule next week, Jan. 26 through Jan. 30. See the adjusted schedule at www.WestAllisWI.gov/news
The National Weather Service has issued an extreme cold watch from Thursday night (Jan. 22) through Saturday morning (Jan. 24), with wind chills potentially reaching -25 to -40 degrees. For warming sites, cold-weather safety information, and tips on avoiding frozen pipes, visit www.WestAllisWI.gov/news
There has been a water main break at the 11500 block of Washington Street. Water service will be shut off to 30 customers from 10 a.m. through 3 p.m. today while the crew works to fix the leak.
A new construction in progress report is now available: https://aptg.co/J0P4ZV
Reminder: Property tax bill payments are due Jan. 31. Mailed payments are considered timely if they are postmarked on or before Jan. 31. Please note that due to USPS operational changes, mail may be postmarked a day or two after it’s received, so plan ahead to avoid late fees.
Payment Options:
Tri City National Bank: Pay by Jan. 31 and get your cash refund immediately. Check Tri City’s website for hours and locations.
City Hall 24-Hour Dropbox: 7525 W. Greenfield Ave., east of the main entrance. Items after 8 a.m. are receipted next day, but payments on the due date are considered timely.
e-Check: No fee. Pay online from checking or savings. Allow 2 business days for processing.
Credit Card: Online or by phone at 855-288-0677. Allow 3 business days for processing. 2.88% convenience fee applies.
Mail: Send to City of West Allis, P.O. Box 14248, West Allis, WI 53214. Must be properly addressed and postmarked by Jan. 31.
In-Person: City Hall Customer Service Center, Mon–Fri, 11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Closed Monday, Jan. 19.
Learn more about payment options or pay online.
You brought the snowstorm of creativity, and now it’s time to choose the coolest names for our snow plows. After sifting through a blizzard of submissions, we’ve narrowed it down to the top 30 finalists for our snowplow naming contest. Now you get to decide which names will hit the streets this winter! Vote at www.WestAllisWI.gov/SnowPlow
Voting is open through 11:59 p.m. on Jan. 19. First, second, and third place winners will be announced on Tuesday, Jan. 20. The three names receiving the most votes will be featured on our plows this winter.
The Community Development Authority will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 13 at 6 p.m. at West Allis City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. View the agenda at www.WestAllisWI.gov/agendas
Join us for the first Community Conversation of 2026: Faith-Based Outreach in West Allis on Thursday, Jan. 22 at 6 p.m. at the West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation & Community Services located at 2450 S. 68th St. This is an open, facilitated conversation for faith leaders, outreach coordinators, and volunteers who want to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen our collective impact. Whether your congregation has a long-established program or is just getting started, your perspective is welcome.
In 2026, West Allis will host up to four elections, and we need your help! If you’re civic-minded, detail-oriented, and want to make a difference, consider getting paid to be a dedicated poll worker. It’s a great way to serve your neighbors and support the democratic process.
We’re grateful for the dedicated poll workers who help make democracy happen in our community. Your service ensures open, accurate, and fair elections.
Learn more and apply to be a poll worker.
A new construction in progress report is now available: https://aptg.co/J0P4ZV
Blankets & Bingo | 1–3 p.m.
Enjoy an afternoon of fun and prizes! Players of all ages can win winter-themed prizes, including cozy blankets handmade at the Senior Center.
Gallery Night | 6–8 p.m.
Discover the creativity of our talented Senior Center artists. Stroll through inspiring works, meet the artists, and even purchase pieces to take home. Proceeds support both the artists and future creative classes at the Center. Sip on hot apple cider and enjoy light refreshments while you browse.
Both events are free and open to the public.
Don't forget that starting on Jan. 1, 2026, there will be new garbage guidelines in place. Items must be properly prepared for curbside or alley pick up. Read the full update at www.WestAllisWI.gov/news.
This week's construction in progress report is now available: https://aptg.co/J0P4ZV
The Chief of Police for the West Allis Police Department, Chief Patrick Mitchell, will host this public meeting. Topics will include an update on current law enforcement issues, crime trends, and challenges that impact our quality of life.
There will be two options for attending: In-person or streaming live on the WAPD Facebook page. Questions will be welcomed and addressed both in person and during the live stream.
Milwaukee County Transit System has announced service changes to Route #33, which runs through West Allis, starting Jan. 11, 2026. As of that day, the availability on weekdays will be from 6-9 a.m. and 3-6 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sundays 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Learn more about the service changes on the MCTS website.
Public Works has confirmed there is a water main break on 96th Street and Cleveland Avenue. Crews will begin shutting down westbound Cleveland Avenue and detouring at 96th Street, but will wait for traffic from school release at Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate School to clear before completing the shutdown. Water service to properties will be shut off on Cleveland from 96th to 99th Street until approximately 9 p.m. tonight.