Port Washington Police Department - Wisconsin

05/22/2026

North Beach Access Update:
Working with the City’s Geotechnical Consultant, Miller Engineers and Scientists, the City’s Street Department has removed soils that have blocked access to North Beach since the bluff slide occurred on April 13. However, existing soils remain saturated, elevating the risk of additional slides, and therefore the decision has been made to keep the access to North Beach closed until additional mitigation measures can be taken. The City will continue to work with Miller in the following weeks to fully re-open beach access, and will continue to post updates on the City’s website and page.

05/22/2026

Port Washington Police Lobby will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026

05/19/2026

☀️ Summer is almost here, which means more bikes, scooters, and E-bikes will be out on our roads and trails! As you enjoy the warmer weather, please remember to ride safely and know the rules and regulations that come with operating an E-bike.

🚲 E-Bikes 🚲
To qualify as a low-speed electric bicycle under Wisconsin law, the bike must have:
☑️Fully operable pedals
☑️An electric motor of less than 750 watts
☑️A maximum assisted speed of 20 mph (28 mph for Class 3)
Important reminders about operating e-bikes:
☑️ E-bikes CANNOT be ridden on public sidewalks.
☑️You must be 16 or older to ride a Class 3 e-bike.
☑️ It is illegal to tamper with or modify the speed capability of an e-bike without a valid updated label.
☑️ E-bike riders must follow the same rules of the road that apply to traditional cyclists (including signaling, obeying stop signs, and lane usage).
☑️No more than two e-bikes abreast on the roadway.

🚲 E-Dirt Bikes 🚲
We’ve also seen an increase in young riders operating powerful electric dirt bikes. Electric dirt bikes do NOT meet the legal definition of a low-speed electric bicycle because they typically have motors exceeding 750 watts and can reach speeds higher than 28 mph.

Operating an electric dirt bike requires:
☑️ A valid driver’s license
☑️Registration with the Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicle
☑️Compliance with insurance requirements
Electric dirt bikes cannot be ridden on sidewalks and can ONLY be driven on streets if the driver has a valid license, proper registration, insurance and is street legal (i.e. headlight, tail lamp, turning signals, etc.).

⚠️ 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 & 𝐄𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 ⚠️
We strongly urge parents to do research prior to purchasing an e-bike for their children and remind their children about the rules of the road and what is/isn’t permitted e-bike usage. Officers will continue to monitor and enforce violations. Juveniles found operating e-bikes or off-road vehicles illegally may be ticketed and detained until a parent or guardian is present. And, regardless of the bike you’re on, please remember that you are required to stop for police when signaled to do so!
Our goal is to prevent accidents before they happen. Misuse of these bikes can pose serious risks to young riders and others. If you see unsafe riding or rule-breaking, please call 911 to report it immediately.

Let’s work together to keep our streets safe for our youth and our entire community!

05/15/2026

From the National Weather Service - Milwaukee/Sullivan

A line of storms is expected to move through the area tonight. Some of the storms may be strong to severe. Hail and gusty winds will be the main threats. Storms are expected to be strongest west of Madison.

Activity should begin to ramp up in southwest WI between 9 and 11pm, with storms then traveling east toward Madison between 11pm and 1am. Storms then weaken as they travel east toward MKE between 1 and 4am, with storm activity clearing southeast WI after 4am.

05/14/2026

05/13/2026

Midnight Piper will play tonight, Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at approximately 11:55 p.m. at Coal Dock Park, 142 S. Wisconsin St., Port Washington

The Midnight Piper honors fallen law enforcement officers during National Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Week.

The public is welcome to attend.

05/11/2026

OFFICER GRADUATES POLICE ACADEMY

The Port Washington Police Department would like to congratulate Officer Ethan Willmann on graduating from the WCTC Law Enforcement Academy.

Over the past 18 weeks, Officer Willmann trained alongside recruits from across the state, completing more than 720 hours of intensive instruction. This training included criminal law, defensive tactics, emergency vehicle operations, fi****ms, and a variety of other essential law enforcement courses.

We are grateful for the dedication and sacrifice shown by Officer Willmann and his fellow graduates as they prepare to serve their communities.

If you see Officer Willmann out and about, be sure to congratulate him on this outstanding accomplishment!

05/11/2026

National Police Week 2026 | Honoring Our Heroes

In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation designating May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which it falls as National Police Week.

During this week, we honor and remember the courageous law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, dedicating their lives to the safety and protection of others. Their service, bravery, and legacy will never be forgotten. 💙



https://www.wlem.com/FallenOfficers

05/08/2026

🏀 Thank you to everyone who came out to shoot hoops with Port officers during Screen Free Week!

It was great seeing so many kids and families unplug, get active, and spend time together on the court. Lt. Nye even helped out, delivering a high five for a job well done! We appreciate everyone who stopped by and helped make it such a fun event for our community! 🏀