City of West Allis

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.

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.