City of West Allis

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.

The Common Council will meet on Tuesday, March 18 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 for the next Community Conversation on April 8 at 6 p.m. at Aurora West Allis Medical Center at 8901 W. Lincoln Ave in Conference Room A. This time we'll talk on the topic of Creating a Community for All Ages. We’ll review key findings from the recent AARP Age-Friendly West Allis survey and discuss ways to support and engage our older adult community. The survey was taken by those 45+ years old and covered a variety of important topics related to housing, transportation, employment, communication, civic participation and more. This is your chance to share ideas, connect with neighbors, and help shape a more inclusive, thriving West Allis for everyone! Conference Room A at Aurora West Allis Medical Center is located on the first floor of the main hospital, across from the cafeteria. Follow the green diamonds on the floor from the entrance. There are two parking structures and two surface lots. Co-hosted by the West Allis Senior Center and Southwest Suburban Health Department, West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation Center, Eras Senior Network, Life Navigators, and Aurora Health Care.

In-person absentee voting (early voting) for the Tuesday, April 1 spring election is Tuesday, March 18 through Friday, March 28 at City Hall (7525 W. Greenfield Ave). During that timeframe, voting hours are: - Tuesday, March 18 through Friday, March 21 from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Monday, March 24 through Thursday, March 27 from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Friday, March 28 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Additional information available at WestAllisWI.gov/election and MyVote.WI.gov.

There has been a water main break on Becher between 77th and 78th Street. Westbound traffic is closed from 76th to 78th Street to allow for repairs. Repairs are expected to be completed by 9 p.m.

Community Transportation Academy Comes to West Allis - Applications Now Open -- 1000 Friends of Wisconsin is excited to bring the Community Transportation Academy to West Allis. Registration required. The West Allis Transportation Academy is a free 9-week course (Wednesdays, from 4-6 p.m. April 2 through May 28) open to anyone who wants to connect the dots between how our streets, sidewalks, and transit systems are designed and the impact on our everyday lives. We demystify transportation systems and help bridge the gap between members of the public and decision makers. Learn about transportation plans and processes, hear from local and national experts invited as guest speakers, take local tours, and best of all, connect with others in your community. There will be 4 in-person sessions in West Allis and 5 virtual sessions on Zoom. This academy is for anyone interested in learning more about local transportation policy and how to be a better advocate for change. No previous knowledge or experience is required. Apply for your spot now. For more information, visit 1KFriends.org. Questions? Contact Susan at susan@1kfriends.org.

Are you a landlord? Join the Landlord Training Program on April 8, 15 & 22 from 6-8pm at the West Allis Municipal Courtroom to learn ways to screen potential tenants, protect your investment, draft contracts, when and how to evict trouble tenants and more. No registration required. Learn more at WestAllisWI.gov/events

The Common Council will meet on Tuesday, March 4 at 7 p.m. at West Allis City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. View the agenda here: https://westalliswi.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

The Community Development Authority will meet on Wednesday, March 5 at 6 p.m. at West Allis City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. View the agenda here: https://westalliswi.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

There has been a water main break at 2558 S. 98th St. The road will be closed from 98th and Harrison to 98th and Arthur from 10:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. for repairs. Approximately 10 houses will be without water during that time.

There has been a water main break at 102nd Street and Greenfield Avenue. Traffic will be narrowed to one lane while repairs are made. The road repairs are expected to be completed the morning of Saturday, March 1.

Are you or someone you know experiencing grief? Attend the Senior Center's Grief Support Group Informational Session on Wednesday, March 12 at 9:30 a.m. at the West Allis Senior Center at 7001 W. National Ave. At the informational session, you'll meet Rebecca, the facilitator of the group, and learn what to expect during sessions, her facilitation style, who might be a good fit, and more. After the initial informational session, the group will meet every other Wednesday from 9:30 - 11 a.m. This informational session and support group are open to the public and not limited to Senior Center members or those 55 years old or older. Younger individuals are welcome to participate. The group is open to those experiencing grief in many forms including but not limited to the loss of a loved one, loss of independence, a life-shortening diagnosis, loss of a pet, and/or loss of freedoms associated with becoming a caregiver. For more information, call the Senior Center at 414-302-8700.

There has been a water main break at 823 S. 101st St. The road will be closed until approximately 6 p.m. for repairs. 25 homes will be without water during this time.

Join us at the next Community Conversation on Affordable Housing on Wednesday, March 19 at 6 p.m. at Talia's Event Venue (7423 W. Greenfield Ave.). Rising housing costs significantly impact our community. We'll discuss barriers to affordable housing and explore solutions and opportunities to ensure everyone has a place to call home.

The City of West Allis Plan Commission will meet on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. at West Allis City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. View the agenda here: https://westalliswi.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

There has been a water main break on 117th & Hayes. The street will remain open to allow students and teachers at Hale to get to school. 117th will be partially shut down from Harrison to Hayes at 8:30 a.m. to allow students and teachers to access Hale. The high school water service is not expected to be affected by this break. Residents on the west side of 117th between Harrison and Hayes will be without water until the water main is repaired. Water crews will begin repairs around 8:30 a.m. and should have water restored around noon and completed by 1:30 p.m. Road repairs will take place next week. The break location will be barricaded until the pavement is temporarily patched.

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.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is proposing a pavement replacement project along WIS 181 (84th Street) from Greenfield Avenue to Adler Street and along WIS 59 (Greenfield Avenue/National Avenue) from 84th Street to 56th Street in Milwaukee County. Construction on these projects is tentatively scheduled for 2029 and 2030. Proposed improvements: replace roadway pavement and storm sewer, replace traffic signals within project limits, replace curb ramps to meet ADA standards, and improve bicycle and pedestrian accommodations. Join WisDOT for a public involvement meeting to learn more about the project, get your questions answered, and provide input to the project team on Tuesday, Feb. 25 from 5-7 p.m. in the West Allis City Hall Council Chambers (7525 W. Greenfield Ave.). Meeting is an open-house format. You may enter the building from the adjacent parking lot. City Hall is located along MCTS Route 18 and Route 33. If you would like an interpreter for the meeting, contact the project manager listed below. Hearing and visually impaired individuals may request accommodations by calling Wisconsin Telecommunication Relay System at 711.

You're Invited! Join the City of West Allis for a special premiere screening of John McGivern’s Main Streets: West Allis! Be among the first to watch our City shine in this PBS series and celebrate what makes West Allis truly a destination that is not to be missed. Date: Tuesday, Feb. 25 Doors: 5 p.m. Program Time: 6-7:30 p.m. Location: The Gage (1139 S. 70th St, West Allis, 53214) What to Expect: - Remarks from local officials & the John McGivern Main Streets team - Exclusive screening of the West Allis episode - Q&A with the PBS team - Raffle prizes - Delicious appetizers from Double B’s BBQ - Cash bar featuring alcoholic & non-alcoholic options Don’t miss this exciting night of community, storytelling, and celebration! Space is limited—secure your spot today! Learn more and register at www.WestAllisWI.gov/JohnMcGivern