DPW Milwaukee

DPW Milwaukee Milwaukee DPW ~ Enriching Lives We contribute to the quality of life and economic development of Milwaukee in many ways. We provide the cleanest, safest water in the country; we foster the growth and beauty of our urban forest and boulevards to the envy of others around the country; and we complete sewer, water and paving projects on or ahead of schedule.

At any hour, we plow snow to keep our streets safe for passage; we also provide reliable and efficient garbage and recycling collection.

11/09/2020

🚧This Wednesday (11/11), North Plankinton Avenue bridge will be closed to thru traffic starting at 8:30 am. We are resurfacing a portion of the roadway and will have the road back open by mid-afternoon. 🚧

When raking out check when we’ll be doing a pick in up in your area. ➡️ http://milwaukee.gov/leaves Please be mindful of...
11/06/2020

When raking out check when we’ll be doing a pick in up in your area. ➡️ http://milwaukee.gov/leaves
Please be mindful of where you rake or how you park. Our equipment can’t get through a spot like this. 👇

City of Milwaukee Department of Employee Relations
11/05/2020

City of Milwaukee Department of Employee Relations

🚨New Job Post! The Civil Engineer is responsible for performing a variety of professional duties relative to design, planning, and/or construction review and/or inspection in one or more of the following areas: sewer and environmental engineering, water engineering, street, highway and transportation engineering, traffic engineering, and structural engineering. Apply online at Milwaukee.gov/jobs! DPW Milwaukee

The City of Milwaukee is on Nextdoor! City residents sign up today to receive updates and alerts from DPW for city-wide ...
11/05/2020
City of Milwaukee - 409 updates — Nextdoor

The City of Milwaukee is on Nextdoor! City residents sign up today to receive updates and alerts from DPW for city-wide programs and information custom to your neighborhood.

Requests for city services or reports of neighborhood problems can be directed to the city's call center by dialing (414) 286-CITY. And for access to your city government from the palm of your hand, you're invited to download the MKE Mobile app from the app store.

Mayor Tom Barrett
11/04/2020

Mayor Tom Barrett

Active Streets for Business allows restaurants and bars to utilize sidewalks, parking lanes and travel lanes to expand seating accommodations. The no-fee, city-wide program has proven popular with the 42 bars and restaurants currently participating in the program.

We heard overwhelmingly from the business community the desire to continue expanded outdoor seating even through the winter months, which is why we have extended the program through March 15, 2021.

Applications and guidelines can be found at milwaukee.gov/dpw.

Good insight on our plans to construct 1.65 miles of new off-street trails on Milwaukee’s north side on two former railr...
11/04/2020
Transportation: City Wins Grant To Build 20th Street Trail

Good insight on our plans to construct 1.65 miles of new off-street trails on Milwaukee’s north side on two former railroad corridors.

New off-street trail for bicyclists and pedestrians would link up north side neighborhoods.

City of Milwaukee Department of Employee Relations
11/04/2020

City of Milwaukee Department of Employee Relations

🚨New Job Post! The Geographic Information System (GIS) Developer-Senior works within the Technical Services Team to provide mapping and data services to all Milwaukee Water Works sections. The person in this position supports the Water Engineering staff by developing applications to reduce the time required to update drawings as contractors complete water main projects. In addition, the incumbent provides accurate and up to date maps and applications for mobile devices used by both Water Distribution repair teams and Meter Shop technicians. Apply online at Milwaukee.gov/jobs by 11.23.20 Don't miss out!!!

City of Milwaukee Election Commission
11/03/2020

City of Milwaukee Election Commission

If you still have an absentee ballot, make sure to drop it off at your nearest drop box location BEFORE 7:30 pm.❗If you are unable to make it in time, you can still drop off your ballot at the ballot drop box inside the Central Count facility at 501 W. Michigan BEFORE 8 pm tonight 🗳️.

Learn more at ➡️ milwaukee.gov/414votes #414Votes #VOTE

City of Milwaukee Election Commission
11/03/2020

City of Milwaukee Election Commission

Es el día de las elecciones❗ Aún puede registrarse y votar en persona en el lugar de votación más cercano a ti. No olvide traer estos esenciales 🗳️:
➡Identificación con fotografía válida
➡Si se va a registrar para votar, traiga un documento de prueba de domicilio
➡¡Máscara! 😷

PD. ❗ Si todavía tiene una papeleta de voto ausente, asegúrese de dejarla en el buzón de votación en ausencia más cercano ANTES de las 7:30 pm o en el buzón de entrega de papeletas dentro de las instalaciones de Central Count en 501 W. Michigan ANTES de las 8 pm de esta noche 🗳️.

➡️ Para obtener más información, visite milwaukee.gov/414votes
#414Votes #414Vota

City of Milwaukee Election Commission
11/03/2020

City of Milwaukee Election Commission

It’s Election Day❗ You can still register and vote in-person at your nearest voting location. Don’t forget to bring these essentials 🗳️:
➡Valid photo ID
➡If needed, bring a proof of address document
➡Mask! 😷

PS.❗ If you still have an absentee ballot, make sure to drop it off at your nearest drop box location BEFORE 7:30 pm or at the ballot drop box inside the Central Count facility at 501 W. Michigan BEFORE 8 pm tonight 🗳️.

➡️ For more information visit milwaukee.gov/414votes
#414Votes #VOTE

City of Milwaukee Election Commission
11/02/2020

City of Milwaukee Election Commission

You still haven’t turned in your absentee ballot 😮? Make sure to drop it off at an absentee drop box BEFORE 7:30 pm on November 3rd 🗳️.

➡️ Find your nearest absentee drop box: milwaukee.gov/414votes
#414Votes #VOTE

Reminder: Night Parking enforcement begins at 2 AM.
11/01/2020

Reminder: Night Parking enforcement begins at 2 AM.

ICYMI. DPW is among City agencies including Milwaukee Environmental Collaboration Office - ECO and Milwaukee Public Libr...
10/30/2020
Plenty of Horne: Brady Street Parking Lot Goes Permeable

ICYMI. DPW is among City agencies including Milwaukee Environmental Collaboration Office - ECO and Milwaukee Public Library working to better manage #stormwater and improve our environment. And our vehicle electric charging stations/meters are anticipated for completion next month.

No more runoff into the sewer system. A look at the Lower East Side's best parking deal

City of Milwaukee Department of Employee Relations
10/30/2020

City of Milwaukee Department of Employee Relations

🚨New Job Post! Join the Department of Public Works Fleet Services as an Equipment Parts Assistant helping to ensure availability of essential parts for the repair and maintenance of city vehicles and equipment. Apply online at Milwaukee.gov/jobs by 11.19.20! Don't miss out!

City of Milwaukee Health Department
10/29/2020

City of Milwaukee Health Department

The City of Milwaukee Health Department wants everyone to have a safe "Reimagined" Halloween. Be creative while maintaining safety precautions and read more tips at milwaukee.gov/HalloweenGuidance. #StaySafeMKE #Halloween #milwaukee

Milwaukee City Development
10/29/2020
Milwaukee City Development

Milwaukee City Development

Eyes 👀 on...Century City!!

#MKE #Milwaukee #CenturyCity #30thStCorridor #community

Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District - MMSD The 30th Street Corridor (The Corridor) Villard BID Northwest Side Community Development DPW Milwaukee

City of Milwaukee Department of Employee Relations
10/28/2020

City of Milwaukee Department of Employee Relations

🚨New Job Post!!The Equipment Mechanic III is responsible for repairing and maintaining a large fleet of outdoor power equipment used by the DPW-Operations-Forestry Section in landscape and tree maintenance operations. Apply online at Milwaukee.gov/jobs by the application deadline of 11.20.20! DPW Milwaukee

10/28/2020
Great Water, Great Coffee Milwaukee, Imagine A Day Without Water

If you missed last week's live virtual coffee with city of Milwaukee Dpw Water, Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District - MMSD and Alderman Cavalier Johnson grab a cup of Joe made from #milwaukeewater and pull up the recording.

https://youtu.be/hf1VpwXNXk8

Hear it from Karen and Kevin! Milwaukee's water systems provide clean water for all. Ensuring Public Health, Public Safety, and Stewardship of Lake Michigan,...

Great to discuss leaf collection with CBS 58 Emily Thornton CBS 58! Tips for a successful leaf pick up ✅Keep piles away...
10/27/2020

Great to discuss leaf collection with CBS 58 Emily Thornton CBS 58!
Tips for a successful leaf pick up
✅Keep piles away from sewer grates, storm drains & low hanging trees
✅Avoid parking on or adjacent to leaf piles
✅Do not include grass clippings, pumpkins, litter, or bagged material

Permits can be purchased at milwaukee.gov/parking or at any police district station. Los permisos se pueden comprar en ...
10/26/2020

Permits can be purchased at milwaukee.gov/parking or at any police district station. Los permisos se pueden comprar en milwaukee.gov/parking o en cualquier estación de policía del distrito.

Have you heard? A reconstruction project is coming to Walnut Street (20th to 12th) and we want your input to help make m...
10/26/2020

Have you heard? A reconstruction project is coming to Walnut Street (20th to 12th) and we want your input to help make major improvements. Join us on Oct. 29th by registering here! https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/581942228016391948
Want more project details, visit our website
https://city.milwaukee.gov/dpw/infrastructure/supportforbusiness/projectsummaries/West-Walnut-Street

Lindsay Heights' Community Planning Council Walnut Way Johnsons Park Neighborhood Association Inc North Avenue / Fond du Lac Marketplace BID #32

Great resource from the City's nonprofit bikeshare system Bublr Bikes.
10/24/2020

Great resource from the City's nonprofit bikeshare system Bublr Bikes.

Bublr Bikes has recently partnered with TaskCause, a mobile app that allows you to support our nonprofit by:
➦ Donating directly to Bublr Bikes
➦ Requests tasks you need done to support Bublr
➦ Help others in the community by performing tasks & donate money for the task to Bublr Bikes
Get started by downloading the app from the app store or visit the website link below.
Donations made through TaskCause between now & December 31st will go towards the $25k Bob & Barb Monnant e-bike Challenge. Visit www.taskcause.com to download the app.

Great resource from the City's nonprofit bikeshare system Bublr Bikes.
10/23/2020

Great resource from the City's nonprofit bikeshare system Bublr Bikes.

Bublr Bikes has recently partnered with TaskCause, a mobile app that allows you to support our nonprofit by:
➦ Donating directly to Bublr Bikes
➦ Requests tasks you need done to support Bublr
➦ Help others in the community by performing tasks & donate money for the task to Bublr Bikes
Get started by downloading the app from the app store or visit the website link below.
Donations made through TaskCause between now & December 31st will go towards the $25k Bob & Barb Monnant e-bike Challenge. Visit www.taskcause.com to download the app.

10/23/2020
"The Hero in You" at MacArthur Square

If you haven’t gone by MacArthur Square lately this weekend might be a good time. Milwaukee artist Ken Brown's mural "The Hero in You" honors frontline workers & enlivens James Lovell St. between Wells & State. DPW is proud to be part of revitalization of this space!

Imagine MKE Milwaukee Downtown

https://youtu.be/fvq81CO10Wc

Milwaukee artist Ken Brown's mural "The Hero in You" depicts frontline workers and serves as a testament to Milwaukee's strength and resilience. Learn more a...

WISN 12 NEWS
10/22/2020
WISN 12 NEWS

WISN 12 NEWS

Be sure to clear your storm drains and sewer grates...

How it started…how its going. Lincoln Avenue (S. 6th to S. 16th St.) paving project was completed this week.
10/22/2020

How it started…how its going. Lincoln Avenue (S. 6th to S. 16th St.) paving project was completed this week.

The Hop
10/22/2020

The Hop

The City of Milwaukee Health Department is now offering free COVID testing at Miller Park, a free shuttle to get there, and free streetcar service to connect to the shuttle from other downtown locations (our Cathedral Square and Wisc. Ave stops are closest). Learn more at https://city.milwaukee.gov/CoronavirusResources/COVID-19-Testing

Thank you to The Value of Water for hosting Mayor Tom Barrett Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District - MMSD and Milwau...
10/21/2020

Thank you to The Value of Water for hosting Mayor Tom Barrett Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District - MMSD and Milwaukee Water Works today! It was great to discuss our efforts with US Water Alliance to build a more equitable water workforce representative of the community.

Full forum recording here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=728243234437387

DPW Milwaukee's cover photo
10/21/2020

DPW Milwaukee's cover photo

City of Milwaukee Department of Employee Relations
10/20/2020

City of Milwaukee Department of Employee Relations

🚨New Job Posting!! Under the direction and guidance of designated Municipal Services Electricians, a Municipal Services Electrician Apprentice performs duties related to installing, repairing and maintaining electrical systems and equipment for Street Lighting, Traffic Control, Communications, Facilities, Water/Sewer Instrumentations and movable bridges.

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DPW is proud to assist in providing space for this community street mural project on #JuneteenthDay

Milwaukee City Hall Flag in the snow
Milwaukee City Hall Flag in the snow

A new Stars and Stripes atop City Hall! A recent storm had damaged the previous flag and its raising/lowering mechanism requiring us to bring in an outside specialist.

Hybrid truck salting
Hybrid truck salting

One of our hybrid salt trucks anti-icing by applying brine (rock salt and water) to residential streets in advance of possible winter weather

Leaf collection Milwaukee DPW
Leaf collection Milwaukee DPW

While the City of Milwaukee leaf collection rake out deadline would’ve been today, it is extended to end of day Sunday, Nov. 24. A late leaf drop & early winter weather had leaf crews redeploying to ice/snow duty. So we ask you to continue raking leaves into the street, one (1) foot away from the curb. Additionally, make sure to keep leaves away from storm drains and sewer grates. Do not put leaves in paper or plastic bags – keep them loose for better composting. ➡️milwaukee.gov/leaves.

The 2019 City Christmas Tree is now enroute from Elmhurst Road to it's new home at City Hall! Being escorted by Milwaukee Police and #Milwaukeeforestry along this route. https://goo.gl/maps/iMhP7mMUqDvmsuGZ8

Bellring
Bellring

Thanks again to Historic Milwaukee, Inc. for hosting Doors Open! #DYK City Hall tours with a climb to the bell tower happen through the summer, with the last one Wed. Oct 9. #DOMKE https://milwaukee.gov/cityclerk/Tours

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As of this morning, traffic on Chase Avenue from Ohio St. to Lincoln Ave., is on the west side of the roadway with one lane of traffic in each direction. Also the adjacent segment of South 1st Street is completely closed.

#fearthedeer! Nuff said.

You'll be seeing more of these signs around city of Milwaukee.

ICYMI: City Hall is the new home of the Tony Cragg sculpture called "Mixed Feeling". This beautiful bronze sculpture was unveiled this past Wednesday evening at 200 E. Wells St. Our thanks to a generous anonymous donor for this wonderful gift to the City of Milwaukee for everyone to enjoy!

The Hop's second vehicle
The Hop's second vehicle

Happy Arbor Day Milwaukee! And congratulations to DPW's Forestry Division on its 100 anniversary of providing service excellence by planting and maintaining trees on and around our public lands and roadways. Thank you Mayor Barrett and Tamarack Waldorf School kids for helping us plant 100 trees today!

Janet Zweig's "Pedestrian Drama"
Janet Zweig's "Pedestrian Drama"

This public art project is located in front of the Northwestern Mutual Building on East Wisconsin Ave. "Pedestrian Drama" was designed to enhance the streetscape project.

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So who's the cali transplant that thought non emergency road work on Burleigh was a good idea to start in november... in wisconsin....
For the love of (enter your belief), are they almost done with the drilling for that apartment complex on Van Buren & Kilbourn?!?!?!? 😫😁
I had a few questions and opted to send you a private message. Please respond when you have a minute! Thank you very much! ☺️
Bunch of crooks, you are. $25 appeal fee for a $50 fine that wasn't warranted!? Didn't "clear the snow from my sidewalk." Sure buddy, not only was it completely cleared, I received confirmation from the workers who were sent to clear my neighbors sidewalk, "nah man, you're good." Appeal form asks to "attach document" - how am I supposed to attach a video!? Get up to speed and stop robbing people you money grabbing swindlers!
When will the city be addressing their employees regarding the coronavirus and which should be staying home and which should be reporting to work? The employees haven heard anything! This is ridiculous!
darrel the barrel on etsy now
we a city Wheel tax to repare the streets in Milwaukee thanks.mine have repaired 7 times this year.
City wheel tax to repair streets & times this thanks for the extra &
Shout out for the fabulous work on 8th Street--smooth as silk!
Street sweeper just came down our block at least 3 times in about 1/2 hour and skipped our house and our neighbors .. NOT HAPPY it needs it .. Please fix today .................................!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Didn’t want to go out and clean up the branches that fell in this last windstorm. But this morning DPW drove up with two guys and a chipper and took care if that for me! Thanks! Shout out to the folks at DPW who take care of my garbage, spiff up Kaszube’s Park, respond promptly when my alley lights go out, and all you do to keep my city going.
All City of Milwaukee businesses, including gas stations, that do not shovel the sidewalks should be fined!