City of Oak Creek Government

City of Oak Creek Government If you are looking for more information about the City of Oak Creek, please visit www.oakcreekwi.org.

Operating as usual

The February 10, 2021 COVID-19 Update from the Oak Creek Health Department:
02/10/2021

The February 10, 2021 COVID-19 Update from the Oak Creek Health Department:

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) UPDATE • February 10 •

Data is updated and shared Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Change has been calculated from the February 8 update.

Information about this disease is constantly changing and evolving. For the most up to date information visit: http://cdc.gov/covid19

For an in-depth look at the city’s COVID-19 data, please visit: www.ocwi.org/COVIDstats (desktop) or www.ocwi.org/COVIDstats.m (mobile)

COVID-19 in our Area

Oak Creek:
Individuals Testing Positive: 3,981 (+13)
Individuals Testing Negative: 15,561 (+97)
Deaths: 49 (no change)

Burden*: 447/100,000
14-Day Positivity Rate*: 9.3%
* Updated every Friday

Number of new positive cases over 14-day period (1/20 - 2/2)**: 163
** Used to calculate Burden

Milwaukee County:
Individuals Testing Positive: 96,484 (+240)
Individuals Testing Negative: 442,198 (+1,357)
Deaths: 1,184 (+4)

Wisconsin:
Individuals Testing Positive: 551,871 (+1,502)
Individuals Testing Negative: 2,546,576 (+8,479)
Deaths: 6,129 (+74)

Source: Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Testing data represents the number of people tested by the diagnostic test that detects the virus in the nose or throat (and not a blood test that detects antibodies). Multiple tests per person are not included in these summary statistics.

NOTE: Due to changes in contact tracing practices resulting from the large increase in the number of new positive cases, we will no longer be reporting the number of recovered individuals. Individuals are released from isolation (and previously counted in the “recovered” number) when 10 days have passed since symptom onset (or test date for asymptomatic individuals) AND they have been fever-free without taking fever-reducing medication for 24 hours AND they have improvement of other symptoms.

Preventative Actions

• Wash hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds. If not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching eyes, mouth, and nose with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with individuals that are sick.
• STAY HOME when you're sick.
• Cover your sneeze and cough.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects or surfaces.
• Practice physical distancing of 6 feet between you and individuals not a part of your household.
• Avoid gatherings.
• Wear a cloth face cover when outside your home.

Street Light Outages: There are two areas in the City currently experiencing street light outages.• W. Rawson Avenue fr...
02/10/2021

Street Light Outages: There are two areas in the City currently experiencing street light outages.

• W. Rawson Avenue from I-94 to 6th Street

• At the intersection of S. Shepard Avenue and E. Randy Road.

Please use caution navigating this areas after dark until repairs are complete.

Wondering where you need to go to cast your ballot next week? Please visit myvote.wi.gov to find your polling location f...
02/10/2021

Wondering where you need to go to cast your ballot next week? Please visit myvote.wi.gov to find your polling location for the February 16 Spring Primary Election.

The City is divided into six districts. If you are unsure which district you reside in, please visit myvote.wi.gov or use they City’s Address Lookup tool at www.ocwi.org/address.

Please remember a Photo ID is required to vote.

The February 8, 2021 COVID-19 Update from the Oak Creek Health Department:
02/08/2021

The February 8, 2021 COVID-19 Update from the Oak Creek Health Department:

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) UPDATE • February 8 •

Data is updated and shared Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Change has been calculated from the February 5 update.

Information about this disease is constantly changing and evolving. For the most up to date information visit: http://cdc.gov/covid19

For an in-depth look at the city’s COVID-19 data, please visit: www.ocwi.org/COVIDstats (desktop) or www.ocwi.org/COVIDstats.m (mobile)

COVID-19 in our Area

Oak Creek:
Individuals Testing Positive: 3,968 (+31)
Individuals Testing Negative: 15,464 (+83)
Deaths: 49 (+2)

Burden*: 447/100,000
14-Day Positivity Rate*: 9.3%
* Updated every Friday

Number of new positive cases over 14-day period (1/20 - 2/2)**: 163
** Used to calculate Burden

Milwaukee County:
Individuals Testing Positive: 96,244 (+365)
Individuals Testing Negative: 440,841 (+1,676)
Deaths: 1,180 (+5)

Wisconsin:
Individuals Testing Positive: 550,369 (+2,148)
Individuals Testing Negative: 2,538,097 (+10,535)
Deaths: 6,055 (+35)

Source: Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Testing data represents the number of people tested by the diagnostic test that detects the virus in the nose or throat (and not a blood test that detects antibodies). Multiple tests per person are not included in these summary statistics.

NOTE: Due to changes in contact tracing practices resulting from the large increase in the number of new positive cases, we will no longer be reporting the number of recovered individuals. Individuals are released from isolation (and previously counted in the “recovered” number) when 10 days have passed since symptom onset (or test date for asymptomatic individuals) AND they have been fever-free without taking fever-reducing medication for 24 hours AND they have improvement of other symptoms.

Preventative Actions

• Wash hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds. If not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching eyes, mouth, and nose with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with individuals that are sick.
• STAY HOME when you're sick.
• Cover your sneeze and cough.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects or surfaces.
• Practice physical distancing of 6 feet between you and individuals not a part of your household.
• Avoid gatherings.
• Wear a cloth face cover when outside your home.

Just a reminder that In-Person Early Voting for City of Oak Creek residents will continue to take place this week at Cit...
02/08/2021

Just a reminder that In-Person Early Voting for City of Oak Creek residents will continue to take place this week at City Hall:

Monday – Thursday, February 8 – 11 • 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday, February 12 • 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Please remember a Photo ID is required to vote.

The February 5, 2021 COVID-19 Update from the Oak Creek Health Department:
02/05/2021

The February 5, 2021 COVID-19 Update from the Oak Creek Health Department:

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) UPDATE • February 5 •

Data is updated and shared Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Change has been calculated from the February 3 update.

Information about this disease is constantly changing and evolving. For the most up to date information visit: http://cdc.gov/covid19

For an in-depth look at the city’s COVID-19 data, please visit: www.ocwi.org/COVIDstats (desktop) or www.ocwi.org/COVIDstats.m (mobile)

COVID-19 in our Area

Oak Creek:
Individuals Testing Positive: 3,937 (+20)
Individuals Testing Negative: 15,381 (+70)
Deaths: 47 (no change)

Burden*: 447/100,000
14-Day Positivity Rate*: 9.3%
* Updated every Friday

Number of new positive cases over 14-day period (1/20 - 2/2)**: 163
** Used to calculate Burden

Milwaukee County:
Individuals Testing Positive: 95,879 (+416)
Individuals Testing Negative: 439,165 (+1,604)
Deaths: 1,175 (+24)

Wisconsin:
Individuals Testing Positive: 548,221 (+2,784)
Individuals Testing Negative: 2,527,562 (+10,116)
Deaths: 6,020 (+69)

Source: Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Testing data represents the number of people tested by the diagnostic test that detects the virus in the nose or throat (and not a blood test that detects antibodies). Multiple tests per person are not included in these summary statistics.

NOTE: Due to changes in contact tracing practices resulting from the large increase in the number of new positive cases, we will no longer be reporting the number of recovered individuals. Individuals are released from isolation (and previously counted in the “recovered” number) when 10 days have passed since symptom onset (or test date for asymptomatic individuals) AND they have been fever-free without taking fever-reducing medication for 24 hours AND they have improvement of other symptoms.

Preventative Actions

• Wash hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds. If not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching eyes, mouth, and nose with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with individuals that are sick.
• STAY HOME when you're sick.
• Cover your sneeze and cough.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects or surfaces.
• Practice physical distancing of 6 feet between you and individuals not a part of your household.
• Avoid gatherings.
• Wear a cloth face cover when outside your home.

With dangerously cold temperatures expected to settle over the state this weekend and into next week, ReadyWisconsin is ...
02/05/2021

With dangerously cold temperatures expected to settle over the state this weekend and into next week, ReadyWisconsin is urging everyone to take precautions to keep themselves and their loved ones safe. Check out their post below for some helpful advice to stay safe during the frigid temperatures!

Dangerously cold temperatures are expected across the state into next week. Make sure everyone around you remains safe with tips from ReadyWisconsin https://dma.wi.gov/DMA/wemnews/2021wemnews/ready210205 #ReadyWI #wiwx

The February 3, 2021 COVID-19 Update from the Oak Creek Health Department:
02/03/2021

The February 3, 2021 COVID-19 Update from the Oak Creek Health Department:

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) UPDATE • February 3 •

Data is updated and shared Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Change has been calculated from the February 1 update.

Information about this disease is constantly changing and evolving. For the most up to date information visit: http://cdc.gov/covid19

For an in-depth look at the city’s COVID-19 data, please visit: www.ocwi.org/COVIDstats (desktop) or www.ocwi.org/COVIDstats.m (mobile)

COVID-19 in our Area

Oak Creek:
Individuals Testing Positive: 3,917 (+19)
Individuals Testing Negative: 15,311 (+68)
Deaths: 47 (+1)

Burden*: 625/100,000
14-Day Positivity Rate*: 9.2%
* Updated every Friday

Number of new positive cases over 14-day period (1/13 - 1/26)**: 229
** Used to calculate Burden

Milwaukee County:
Individuals Testing Positive: 95,463 (+385)
Individuals Testing Negative: 437,561 (+1,132)
Deaths: 1,151 (+15)

Wisconsin:
Individuals Testing Positive: 545,437 (+2,272)
Individuals Testing Negative: 2,517,446 (+6,776)
Deaths: 5,951 (+54)

Source: Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Testing data represents the number of people tested by the diagnostic test that detects the virus in the nose or throat (and not a blood test that detects antibodies). Multiple tests per person are not included in these summary statistics.

NOTE: Due to changes in contact tracing practices resulting from the large increase in the number of new positive cases, we will no longer be reporting the number of recovered individuals. Individuals are released from isolation (and previously counted in the “recovered” number) when 10 days have passed since symptom onset (or test date for asymptomatic individuals) AND they have been fever-free without taking fever-reducing medication for 24 hours AND they have improvement of other symptoms.

Preventative Actions

• Wash hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds. If not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching eyes, mouth, and nose with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with individuals that are sick.
• STAY HOME when you're sick.
• Cover your sneeze and cough.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects or surfaces.
• Practice physical distancing of 6 feet between you and individuals not a part of your household.
• Avoid gatherings.
• Wear a cloth face cover when outside your home.

With more ❄️ snow ❄️ arriving tomorrow, piling on top of what we received over the weekend, it is even more critical tha...
02/03/2021

With more ❄️ snow ❄️ arriving tomorrow, piling on top of what we received over the weekend, it is even more critical that you clear the area around nearby fire hydrants if you haven't already done so! Consider helping elderly friends, neighbors, or those with medical conditions to keep their fire hydrants clear. (It looks like a great day to get outside for a few minutes of exercise, anyways!)

When snow hides fire hydrants, firefighters have to locate and shovel out the hydrants before hooking up to them in an emergency situation, and precious time is lost.

We ask that you please clear an area 3 feet on all sides of the hydrant closest to your home or business. When shoveling snow, please be aware of vehicle traffic, and take care not to slip and fall in the roadway! We want everyone to stay safe this winter.

Reminder: In-Person Early Voting for City of Oak Creek residents will take place at City Hall beginning today.Tuesday –...
02/02/2021

Reminder: In-Person Early Voting for City of Oak Creek residents will take place at City Hall beginning today.

Tuesday – Friday, February 2 – 5 • 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Monday – Thursday, February 8 - 11 • 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday, February 12 • 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Please remember a Photo ID is required to vote.

Tomorrow is Groundhog Day, and just for fun, we wanted to know your thoughts about Punxsutawney Phil's upcoming predicti...
02/01/2021

Tomorrow is Groundhog Day, and just for fun, we wanted to know your thoughts about Punxsutawney Phil's upcoming predictions. Are you enjoying the snowy weather and want more? Are you tired of the cold and are ready for spring? Do you think taking advice from a rodent is just a bad idea altogether? Let us know with your reaction!

The February 1, 2021 COVID-19 Update from the Oak Creek Health Department:
02/01/2021

The February 1, 2021 COVID-19 Update from the Oak Creek Health Department:

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) UPDATE • February 1 •

Data is updated and shared Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Change has been calculated from the January 29 update.

Information about this disease is constantly changing and evolving. For the most up to date information visit: http://cdc.gov/covid19

For an in-depth look at the city’s COVID-19 data, please visit: www.ocwi.org/COVIDstats (desktop) or www.ocwi.org/COVIDstats.m (mobile)

COVID-19 in our Area

Oak Creek:
Individuals Testing Positive: 3,898 (+34)
Individuals Testing Negative: 15,243 (+78)
Deaths: 46 (no change)

Burden*: 625/100,000
14-Day Positivity Rate*: 9.2%
* Updated every Friday

Number of new positive cases over 14-day period (1/13 - 1/26)**: 229
** Used to calculate Burden

Milwaukee County:
Individuals Testing Positive: 95,078 (+582)
Individuals Testing Negative: 436,429 (+1,890)
Deaths: 1,136 (+1)

Wisconsin:
Individuals Testing Positive: 543,165 (+3,250)
Individuals Testing Negative: 2,510,670 (+12,153)
Deaths: 5,897 (+37)

Source: Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Testing data represents the number of people tested by the diagnostic test that detects the virus in the nose or throat (and not a blood test that detects antibodies). Multiple tests per person are not included in these summary statistics.

NOTE: Due to changes in contact tracing practices resulting from the large increase in the number of new positive cases, we will no longer be reporting the number of recovered individuals. Individuals are released from isolation (and previously counted in the “recovered” number) when 10 days have passed since symptom onset (or test date for asymptomatic individuals) AND they have been fever-free without taking fever-reducing medication for 24 hours AND they have improvement of other symptoms.

Preventative Actions

• Wash hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds. If not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching eyes, mouth, and nose with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with individuals that are sick.
• STAY HOME when you're sick.
• Cover your sneeze and cough.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects or surfaces.
• Practice physical distancing of 6 feet between you and individuals not a part of your household.
• Avoid gatherings.
• Wear a cloth face cover when outside your home.

02/01/2021

The City Hall Customer Service counter will reopen for regular hours (Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.) on February 1, 2021.

Visitors to the City Hall transaction counter can expect the same safety precautions that were in place prior to the December 9 closure.

We still encourage you to conduct as much business as possible online at the City of Oak Creek website, our Citizens’ Request for Action application (www.ocwi.org/cra-request), and through telephone inquiries. The City Hall general number is (414) 766-7000.

The City’s website (www.ocwi.org/covid) lists many ways that our departments are currently providing service to the public. If you require an in-person visit to a City building, we suggest making appointments with the appropriate department before visiting. You may find that you can get your business completed without having to visit.

A snow emergency has been declared for the city of Oak Creek. Due to the need for safe snow removal, parking on streets ...
01/31/2021

A snow emergency has been declared for the city of Oak Creek. Due to the need for safe snow removal, parking on streets is prohibited until 6 a.m. Monday morning. Thank you for your cooperation.

Snow Emergency declared in Oak Creek.

The January 29, 2021 COVID-19 Update from the Oak Creek Health Department:
01/29/2021

The January 29, 2021 COVID-19 Update from the Oak Creek Health Department:

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) UPDATE • January 29 •

Data is updated and shared Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Change has been calculated from the January 27 update.

Information about this disease is constantly changing and evolving. For the most up to date information visit: http://cdc.gov/covid19

For an in-depth look at the city’s COVID-19 data, please visit: www.ocwi.org/COVIDstats (desktop) or www.ocwi.org/COVIDstats.m (mobile)

COVID-19 in our Area

Oak Creek:
Individuals Testing Positive: 3,864 (+22)
Individuals Testing Negative: 15,165 (+52)
Deaths: 46 (no change)

Burden*: 625/100,000
14-Day Positivity Rate*: 9.2%
* Updated every Friday

Number of new positive cases over 14-day period (1/13 - 1/26)**: 229
** Used to calculate Burden

Milwaukee County:
Individuals Testing Positive: 94,496 (+496)
Individuals Testing Negative: 434,539 (+1,439)
Deaths: 1,135 (+10)

Wisconsin:
Individuals Testing Positive: 539,915 (+3,369)
Individuals Testing Negative: 2,498,517 (+11,557)
Deaths: 5,860 (+73)

Source: Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Testing data represents the number of people tested by the diagnostic test that detects the virus in the nose or throat (and not a blood test that detects antibodies). Multiple tests per person are not included in these summary statistics.

NOTE: Due to changes in contact tracing practices resulting from the large increase in the number of new positive cases, we will no longer be reporting the number of recovered individuals. Individuals are released from isolation (and previously counted in the “recovered” number) when 10 days have passed since symptom onset (or test date for asymptomatic individuals) AND they have been fever-free without taking fever-reducing medication for 24 hours AND they have improvement of other symptoms.

Preventative Actions

• Wash hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds. If not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching eyes, mouth, and nose with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with individuals that are sick.
• STAY HOME when you're sick.
• Cover your sneeze and cough.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects or surfaces.
• Practice physical distancing of 6 feet between you and individuals not a part of your household.
• Avoid gatherings.
• Wear a cloth face cover when outside your home.

Address

8040 S 6th Street
Oak Creek, WI
53154

General information

***PUBLIC RECORD NOTICE*** City Social Media and Websites are subject to the Freedom of Information Act and Wisconsin Public Records Law. Any content maintained in a social media format that is related to City business, including a list of subscribers, posted communication, and communication submitted for posting, may be a public record subject to public disclosure. CITY OF OAK CREEK SOCIAL MEDIA USER RESPONSIBILITIES POLICY Your comments are welcome on the City of Oak Creek Government page and other official social media sites. The purpose of these sites is to present matters of public interest to City of Oak Creek residents, businesses, visitors and other interested parties. The City encourages you to submit your questions, comments and concerns, but please note this is a moderated online discussion site and not an unedited public forum. All content posted to the City of Oak Creek’s social media sites by the public should be related to discussion of City promoted programs, services, projects, issues, events, and activities. Articles and comments containing any of the following forms of content shall not be allowed: 1. Comments not topically related to the particular post being commented upon; 2. Profane language or content; 3. Personal attacks or name-calling of any kind; 4. Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation; 5. Comments that support or oppose political campaigns or ballot measures; 6. Sexual content or links to sexual content; 7. Solicitations of commerce; 8. Conduct or encouragement of illegal activity; 9. Information that may tend to compromise the safety or security of the public or public systems; or 10. Content that violates a legal ownership interest of any other party. This comment policy is subject to amendment or modification at any time. Repeated violations of the City of Oak Creek social media comment policy may result in the offending user being blocked from use of City social media sites at any time and without prior notice. While the City of Oak Creek understands that social media is a 24 hour-a-day, 7 days-a-week medium, the monitoring capability of the City’s staff is not. The City therefore asks that no requests for emergency service or immediate response be made through social media. Any removed comments will be collected and archived for Records Management purposes and in order to comply with Wisconsin’s Public Records law and the Freedom of Information Act. Please note that the comments expressed on this site do not reflect the opinions and position of the City of Oak Creek or its officers and employees. Activity on City of Oak Creek Government pages is subject to public disclosure (Wis. Stat. 19.31-19.39). Thank you for your respectful participation in our online community.

Opening Hours

Monday 07:30 - 16:00
Tuesday 07:30 - 16:00
Wednesday 07:30 - 16:00
Thursday 07:30 - 16:00
Friday 07:30 - 16:00

Telephone

(414) 766-7000

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Votes Count in the OC
Votes Count in the OC

This November, be sure to make your vote count! It's as easy as 1, 2, 3! No matter how you cast your ballot, we've got you covered. Your vote will be safe, secure and counted. #OCVotes 1) Absentee/Mail-In Voting. Secure your early vote using the US Postal Service, or the Civic Center drop box. 2) Early In-Person Voting. Avoid the rush. Safely vote at the Oak Creek Civic Center between October 20-24 or October 26-30. 3) Vote on Election Day, November 3. Polling locations across the city will practice safe physical distancing, offer sanitizing stations, and require masks to keep you and others safe! For more information, please visit ocwi.org/elections and myvote.wi.gov

Cloth Face Covering PSA
Cloth Face Covering PSA

The CDC and Wisconsin Department of Health Services now recommend everyone wear cloth face coverings while in public. This short video provides some basic facts about homemade cloth face coverings. You can learn more about the do's and don'ts for using a cloth face covering, as well as finding the instructions to make your own on the CDC and Wisconsin DHS websites: CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html Wisconsin DHS (Click on "Should I wear a cloth face mask?): https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/covid-19/protect.htm

Drexel Town Square Tree Lighting 2019
Drexel Town Square Tree Lighting 2019

The countdown to the holiday tree lighting. December 4, 2019.

Drexel Town Square Holiday Tree Lighting
Drexel Town Square Holiday Tree Lighting

If you missed tonight's Holiday Tree Lighting celebration, here's a quick look!

Pier Pups Dock Diving in full swing! #DogDayatDrexel

And just like that . . . we have a swimming pool in Clock Tower Place! Getting ready for the 2nd Annual Dog Day at Drexel, which begins tomorrow at 9 a.m.!

IKEA Oak Creek Groundbreakinging Ceremony
IKEA Oak Creek Groundbreakinging Ceremony

Another look at the IKEA Oak Creek Groundbreaking Ceremony . . . Video by Savage Solutions, LLC

DTS Holiday Tree Lighting 2016
DTS Holiday Tree Lighting 2016

A wonderful crowd showed up for tonight's Drexel Town Square holiday tree lighting! A big thanks to the Streets, Parks & Forestry Department for putting the tree in place, as well as lighting and decorating it! (It looks beautiful!) We also want to thank the Oak Creek High School choir who came out and sang for us tonight-- they did an amazing job! In case you missed it . . . here's a short clip of the tree lighting. We encourage everyone to stop down this holiday season to see it, and the decorated town square, in person!

Lots of great things are happening in Oak Creek! Check out this short video to see all the progress at our new downtown and around the city. There are many new businesses calling Oak Creek home!

A new footbridge was installed in Abendschein Park this morning. This 80' bridge, in the southeast corner of the park, connects the area near the skate park to the disc golf portion of the park.

IKEA Oak Creek Announcement
IKEA Oak Creek Announcement

Some highlights from last week's IKEA announcement . . . Video by Savage Solutions, LLC

A fun event this morning Georgie Porgie's Treefort restaurant with the judging of their 2nd annual "Build Your Burger" contest. They received more than 150 burger entries, and narrowed it down to the top 5, which were voted on today. The winner receives free burgers for a year, plus has their burger on the menu until the end of June! The celebrity panel of judges included Milwaukee Brewers 3rd Base Coach Ed Sedar and Bullpen Catcher Marcus Hanel, 99.1 WMYX Elizabeth Kay and FOX6 News Milwaukee and FOX 6 Wake Up and Real Milwaukee's Angelica Duria. WMYX's Wes McKane served as the emcee. Mayor Scaffidi also made a special appearance! The Taste O’ Wisconsin burger was selected as this year's winner! It's a ¼ lb ground sirloin patty topped with Door County tart cherries, carmelized onions and Wisconsin Blue Cheese served on a pretzel bun. Stop in starting Monday through the end of June to give it a try! This year Georgie Porgie’s is celebrating our 25th Anniversary in Oak Creek, and we're proud to have them in our community!

We'd like to thank everyone who came out for this morning's very successful Shred Day event! Our new Street Department location worked perfectly, and we shredded so much paper that Shred-It had to bring in a second truck to accomodate it all! (We can't wait to share some impressive statistics with you in a few days, so stay tuned.) Our friends at Chick-fil-A at Drexel Town Square joined us, adding to the fun -- they handed out sandwiches to everyone who brought paper to shred! We can't thank them enough for their generosity and community spirit (and, of course, yummy food!) We also have to thank the Oak Creek Lions Club for helping us direct traffic and lifting countless boxes of paper, and to Oak Creek Plumbing Kitchen and Bath and Tri City National Bank for sponsoring this great event!

City Hall Tree Relocation
City Hall Tree Relocation

Last week, three red oak trees and one sugar maple were transplanted from the old City Hall site to Oak Leaf Park, in anticipation of upcoming site work. In this short video, Trees on the Move carefully digs out one of the trees, and prepares it for relocation! Quite an impressive operation . . .

The "topping off" ceremony for the new Oak Creek City Hall / Library building was held this morning. A topping off ceremony is a construction tradition when the highest piece of steel is placed on a building's frame . . . and for this project, it was the roof structure of the iconic clock tower! The steel structure raised contained the beam signed by residents and employees, an American Flag, and two evergreen trees. The inclusion of evergreen trees is a historic tradition -- and a cherished custom of Ironworkers -- for luck and to signify the birth of a new building!

You may have noticed some unusual activity going on at Drexel Town Square this morning . . . with a helicopter assisting in the placement of HVAC units on the roof of the Meijer building! In case you missed it . . .

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