City of West Allis

A snow emergency has been declared starting at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 12 until 6 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 14. Snow emergency parking rules and regulations will be in place during this time. Regular garbage and recycling collection is scheduled to be serviced for Feb. 12 and Feb. 13. The Municipal Yard drop-off will be closed Wednesday, Feb. 12 so crews can assist with storm-related duties. We are expecting up to 9 inches of snow for our area with the heaviest accumulation occurring from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. During the storm, crews periodically go from their main thoroughfare routes into the residential street sections to clear a driving lane for vehicle accessibility. As a reminder, this will not be curb-to-curb plowing at that time. Late this evening, near the end of the storm, a full plow operation will be initiated for all residential streets, alleys, sidewalks, safety islands, parking lots, etc. in the public right-of-way. How to Park During Snow Emergencies During the snow emergency, alternate side parking will be in effect between 12 a.m. midnight until 3 p.m. until the end of the snow emergency so plows can clear both sides of the street. As such: - If the previous day was an even-numbered date (Jan. 2, 4, 6, etc.), park on the EVEN side of the street from midnight until 2:59 p.m. - If the previous day was an odd-numbered date (Jan. 1, 3, 5, etc.), park on the ODD side of the street from midnight until 2:59 p.m. - Park on EITHER side of the street between 3 p.m. until 11:59 p.m. following all posted parking signs. Illegally parked vehicles may be towed without notice. - "No Parking" signs on streets remain in effect regardless of snow emergencies. - Nighttime parking e-permits are still required.  Main Thoroughfare Streets During the declared snow emergency time frame, there are: - No street parking allowed on main thoroughfare streets during the duration of the snow emergency.  - Any illegally parked vehicles can be towed without notice.  - Main thoroughfare streets shall consist of the major traffic, mass transit, and emergency vehicle routes in the City of West Allis.

Weather Alert - The Municipal Yard drop-off will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 12 due to the forecasted weather so personnel can assist with storm-related duties. As of 3:30 p.m., garbage and recycling routes are not canceled for tomorrow, Feb. 12. Stay tuned for further updates.

There has been a water main break at 1820 S. 73rd St. The road will be closed from National to Burnham until 3 p.m today, Feb. 11, for repairs. Approximately 30 homes will be without water during this time.

Join us for a follow-up meeting to continue the conversation about civic engagement, social capital, and philanthropic investment in West Allis on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. at Dorow Hall at West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation & Community Services (2450 S. 68th St.)! The group will continue the conversation on: - Creating and maintaining a centralized hub of publicly accessible community resources, volunteer opportunities, and events. - Building a collective of non-profit human service organizations and community service groups to share resources, best practices, mutual support, challenges, and opportunities to collaborate. - Developing ideas for marketing and promotion opportunities, which may include a welcome bag initiative for new residents and/or building stronger relationships with the business community.

The Common Council meeting agenda can now be viewed at www.WestAllisWI.gov/agendas

There has been a water main break in the east-bound lanes of W. National Avenue between 101st Street and 102nd Street. 14 customers will be out of service until the repair is made. All work is expected to be completed by 4 p.m. today (Feb. 10) with road restoration to follow later this week. Both lane 2 and the parking lane will be blocked and barricaded during the process.

There has been a water main break near 5314 Rita Dr. The road will be closed from 53rd Street to 52nd Street from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. for repairs. 15 houses will be without water during this time.

Join us for the next Community Conversation on Monday, Feb. 24 at 6 p.m. at Kegel's Inn at 5901 W. National Ave. We'll explore the intersection of transportation and quality of life.

The West Allis Senior Center’s Annual Rummage Sale is happening on Friday, May 16 at the Senior Center (7001 W. National Ave). This event is open to the public. Find your next treasure! Browse housewares, collectibles, crafts, gems, records, and the food and bake sale! Shop early for the best selection. All proceeds benefit the West Allis Senior Center. Interested in tabling and selling? There is a $20 rental fee that includes a 6ft table or equivalent space. Complete the rental application in person at the Senior Center. Payment can be in cash or check. Limited space available - first come, first serve. Rental applications are due by Friday, May, 2.

In-person absentee voting (early voting) for the Feb. 18 spring primary election is weekdays from Tuesday, Feb. 4 through Friday, Feb. 14 at City Hall (7525 W. Greenfield Ave). For voting hours, visit www.WestAllisWI.gov/elections

Join ENGAGE West Allis for an exciting community art project! Bring your creativity and community spirit to the ENGAGE West Allis Origami Crane Workshops! Together, we’ll fold 1,000 origami cranes—symbols of health, longevity, and happiness—uniting our city through art and shared aspirations. Saturday, March 1 - 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the West Allis Public Library (7421 W. National Ave.) and Thursday, March 6 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the West Allis Senior Center (7001 W. National Ave.) The workshops are free and fun for all ages. No experience necessary. Materials and instructions provided. 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.

Public works crews will be working on two water main breaks today. First - The lane closures for Hwy 100 and Oklahoma are in place. Second - another crew will be working on EB National between 101st & 102nd. At least 2 lanes will be closed down on EB National to allow for a safe work zone in this area. Drivers should avoid EB National and Hwy 100 and Oklahoma. Backups are expected and traffic routes will be impacted. Lane closures will remain in place through tomorrow, Jan. 29, to allow for pavement to be restored.

Traffic alert: Public Works crews will be repairing a water main break in the NE corner of the intersection of Hwy 100 and Oklahoma Avenue starting at 7 a.m. on Jan. 28. WB Oklahoma Avenue will be reduced to one lane. Traffic will be routed to turn left to SB Hwy 100 using the far left lane next to the median. Traffic will also be reduced to one lane traveling north on Hwy 100 using the far left NB lane next to the median. Repairs are expected to be completed by 3 p.m. on Jan. 28 and road repair to be completed on Jan. 29.

The City of West Common Council will meet on Tuesday, Jan 28 at 5 p.m. for a special virtual meeting. View the virtual meeting details and agenda here: https://westalliswi.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

There has been a water main break at 2842 S. 106th St. The road will be closed from from Dakota Street to Aurene Circle. Two large apartments will be without water and have been notified. The road will be re-opened around 5 p.m. on Jan. 27.

There are four water main breaks this morning, Jan. 24. Crews are working to locate and prioritize leaks on 56th and Greenfield, Hwy 100 and Oklahoma, 109th and Washington and the 2100 block of S. 116th Street. Work has started on the leak on 56th and Greenfield Avenue and should be completed by 2 p.m. today. Updates to follow about the other leaks. The Becher Street break from yesterday will have concrete pavement restoration completed and the road should be open by 1 p.m., but there will be a small area of traffic control at S. 69th and W. Becher Street until tomorrow (Jan. 25), so please use caution when driving in this area.

City crews are currently attending to four separate water main breaks at the following locations: First - 2100 block of S. 54th St. - There were two separate breaks at this location. The first leak has been fix and crews are working on the second leak and hope to have work completed by 3 p.m. on Jan. 23. Second - W. Becher Street and S. 69th Street. Traffic has been detoured from W. Becher Street to give crews a safe work zone. Crews hope to have the leak located and fixed by 5 p.m. on Jan. 23. Third - S. 96th Street and W. Montana Avenue. The first crew to finish the above leaks will move to this location.

Due to the extreme cold temperatures, there have been a few water main breaks to report on. These breaks have been repaired and water has been restored, but due to the inclement weather, crews may not be able to repair the pavement; they will evaluate this week to determine whether temporary patches or permanent restorations can be done. Breaks occurred at: - 11024 W. National Ave. (WB) - 10930 W. Mequanico Dr. -S. 96th Street between W. Manitoba Street and W. Oklahoma Avenue Updates about past water main breaks: - 72nd & KK Pkwy. – Completed repairs, full restoration to be completed in the spring. - 7409 W KK Pkwy. – Three separate breaks occurred at this address. The repairs have been made to the main and private driveway and other restoration will be completed in the spring. - 841 S 105 St. (105 & Walker) – Two separate breaks occurred near this address. Temporary patches will be done in the next week with final restoration in the spring. - 1336 S 117 St. – Pavement will be temporarily patched in the next week and full restoration will be in the spring. - 1200 Block S 96th St. – Pavement was temporarily patched with full restoration in the spring. - 2186 S 78th St. – Pavement will be temporarily patched with full restoration in the spring. Water main breaks like these occur frequently in the winter due to fluctuations in temperatures especially when temperatures are below freezing for long stretches of time. It is common and many Cities are experiencing a rise in the amount of watermain breaks. Anyone seeing roads closed should avoid the areas to ensure their own safety and the safety of the crews working.

Garbage and recycling collection will be affected during the week of Jan. 20 due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Crews may work ahead or fall behind due to the shortened work week. Below is a chart to help you determine when to set out your garbage and recycling. Find your regular pick-up day, then set out your garbage and/or recycling on the adjusted day. If your items are not collected on the first day listed, the collection will occur the following day. Regular Pick-Up Date ---> Adjusted Pick-Up Date Monday, Jan. 20 ---> Tuesday, Jan. 21 Tuesday, Jan. 21 ---> Tuesday, Jan. 21 and/or Wednesday, Jan. 22 Wednesday, Jan. 22 ---> Wednesday, Jan. 22 and/or Thursday, Jan. 23 Thursday, Jan. 23 ---> Thursday, Jan. 23 and/or Friday, Jan. 24 Friday, Jan. 24 ---> Friday, Jan. 24 Sign up for email and mobile notifications by downloading the City of West Allis app and allow notifications for "Garbage, trash, and recycling." Additional City facilities, including City Hall, the Southwest Suburban Health Department, the West Allis Public Library, the West Allis Senior Center, and the Municipal Yard will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20. For any questions or information regarding your collection, fill out our Let Us Help form at www.westalliswi.gov/LetUsHelp

The West Allis Common Council will meet tonight at 7 p.m. at West Allis City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. View agendas at www.westalliswi.gov/agendas.