City of West Allis

Calling all pumpkin-carvers! We need your help to carve over 100 pumpkins for Haunted Honey Creek at our Pumpkin Carve-A-Thon this Thursday, Oct. 24 from 4-7 p.m. at Honey Creek Park (8405 W. National Ave.). We'll bring the pumpkins, carving supplies, spooky music and warm beverages, and you supply your creative ideas and carving skills! Pre-carved pumpkins can also be dropped off during this time. If you end up loving your pumpkin, pumpkins can be picked up after Haunted Honey Creek (Oct. 25) between 9-9:30 p.m. Get all the details and save the date: https://www.facebook.com/events/1037074891074477

Starting Oct. 21, the City of West Allis will be removing and replacing corners at S. 62nd Street and W. Lapham Street with bioswales and bump outs as a traffic calming measure. During this time, the intersection will be closed. Access to the alley on the north side of W. Lapham Street between S. 63rd and S. 62nd Street will be maintained. The work is expected to be completed by the end of November 2024. Work will be conducted during the hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work. Phase 1: Removal and Replacement Work: Roadway will be sawcut and removed. Bioswale areas will be excavated. The intersection will be closed to traffic. Access to the alley between S. 63rd and S. 62nd Street on the north side of W. Lapham Street will be maintained. Designated “No Parking” areas will be required to allow for a large volume of materials and work. Drop off/pick-up areas for the school parents will be moved to S. 63rd St. north of W. Lapham St. as shown on the enclosed map. Phase 2: Replacement of the Roadway and Landscaping: Begins after the excavation work is complete. New curb and gutter and pavement will be constructed. Soil will be placed in the bioswale areas and landscaping will be completed along the sidewalk and curb. The project area will be cleaned and re-opened. Plantings within the bioswales will continue in spring. More information at: https://www.westalliswi.gov/724/Construction-Information-for-Residents

Early voting starts tomorrow, Tuesday, Oct. 22 at City Hall (7525 W. Greenfield Ave) and goes through Friday, Nov. 1. Voting hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. except for Tuesday, Oct. 29 and Wednesday, Oct. 30 when City Hall is open until 7 p.m. and on Friday, Nov. 1 when City Hall is open until 5 p.m. Get all of your voting and election information at https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/

Early voting starts next week Tuesday, Oct. 22 at City Hall (7525 W. Greenfield Ave) and goes through Friday, Nov. 1. Voting hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. except for Tuesday, Oct. 29 and Wednesday, Oct. 30 when City Hall is open until 7 p.m. and on Friday, Nov. 1 when City Hall is open until 5 p.m. Additional information available at www.WestAllisWI.gov/elections and https://www.MyVote.WI.gov

See all those fun events like Wii Bowling, chair yoga, Qi Gong, and more on our new event calendar? Those are all happening at West Allis Senior Center. Membership is free through 2024 for adults age 55+. Don't miss your chance to experience all the Senior Center has to offer, free of charge through this year! https://www.westalliswi.gov/o/cwa/page/senior-center-memberships

There has been a water main break north of 120th Street and Walker Street. Repairs will begin around 11 a.m., and the road will be closed during repairs from Walker Street to the end of the block to the north. Repairs should be completed around 6 p.m. on Oct. 16. Nine houses will be notified of water shut-offs.

It's here! Our new website and app are ready to assist you. Download the app in your app store for quick access to City of West Allis services.

Nov. 5 Election Reminders for This Week! October 16, 2024- Deadline to Register by Mail - Your voter registration form, along with proof of residence must be postmarked to your municipal clerk no later than October 16, 2024. | October 16, 2024- Deadline to Register to vote online. - Voters who are able to match their name, date of birth, Wisconsin Driver License or State ID number, and address with the Wisconsin DMV can register to vote online through October 16, 2024.

What's a Halloween event without ghost stories, a bonfire and s'mores?! Gather around the fire at Haunted Honey Creek on Oct. 25 at Honey Creek Park from 4-9 p.m. with Ms. Caitlin as she spins tales of mystery and suspense. Have you had an encounter with a ghost, spirit or poltergeist? Do you know a spooky tale filled with suspense? Join in the fun and sign up to tell your spooky tale: https://www.signupgenius.com/.../8050D4EA9AF22A4F58... Save the date: https://www.facebook.com/events/1733101594127611/ Thanks to our sponsors for this spooky event Locker's Florist & Flower Delivery, Radio Milwaukee and West Allis Heating & Air Conditioning.

Remember, absentee ballots may be returned to the City Hall drop box at 7525 W. Greenfield Ave. no later than 8 p.m. on Election Day. You can also return your absentee ballot inside City Hall during business hours or mail your ballot back. https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/

DYK West Allis Farmers Market is open through Saturday, Nov. 30? Plenty of time to enjoy the tastes of autumn at the Market! Visit on Tuesdays/Thursdays from noon - 5 p.m. or Saturdays from 1 - 5 p.m. https://www.westallisfarmersmarket.com

Traffic alert! Starting today, Oct. 8, there will be no southbound traffic on S. 71st Street between W. Becher Street and W. Burnham Street due to construction of a median island at S. 71st St. and W. Rogers St. for traffic calming. Only northbound traffic will be allowed. Drivers heading southbound should detour around to head either west on W. Burnham Street to S. 73rd Street or east on W. Burnham Street to S. 68th Street. This detour will be in place for approximately three weeks depending upon weather conditions.

Check it out! Public Works crews made a beautiful new landscape bed at 84th Street and National Avenue, right in front of the West Allis Historical Society. Thanks to our crews for working tirelessly to keep West Allis looking sharp. Visit West Allis Historical Society on Tuesdays from 7 - 9 p.m. or Sundays from 2 - 4 p.m. for a taste of West Allis history! https://westallishistory.org/

With the ongoing construction at Lane Intermediate School, we’ve received questions about the status of this location as a polling place. Construction will not impede or impact the site for election purposes, and the location will be open for voting on Nov. 5. If this is your polling place (verify that here: https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Find-My-Polling-Place ), you will still vote at this location. You’ll enter the building through the gym commons and go straight through to the gym.

Brush collection ends this Friday 10/4! Make sure this material is placed for pick up in time. After 10/4, you can bring it to the dump at 6300 W. McGeoch Ave. Fees may apply.

Do you love supporting and shopping from local artists? You won't want to miss the 7th annual Art on the Plaza on Friday, Sept. 6 from 5-8 p.m. at City Hall's Centennial Plaza. Shop from over a dozen local artists of varying crafts and enjoy live music, craft beer and food trucks! Thanks to our partner Inspiration Studios. Save the date: https://www.facebook.com/events/3767135440242923

THIS WEEK! Join us for Art on the Plaza with Inspiration Studios on Friday, Sept. 6 from 5-8 p.m. at City Hall's Centennial Plaza. Support over a dozen local artists, listen to live music, and enjoy dinner and drinks from food trucks and craft brewers. Save the date: https://www.facebook.com/events/3767135440242923

Last chance! Sept. 3 is your last chance to share your insights to shape the future of how Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds are spent to benefit our community. Complete the survey linked below by Sept. 3 at 5 p.m. This federal money is from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and helps with things like housing rehabilitation, building strong neighborhoods, helping businesses grow and helping low to moderate-income people access important resources. We need your help to figure out what our community needs most. Your ideas will help us decide where to focus our efforts. Take the survey: https://www.westalliswi.gov/cdbgsurvey

Due to the Labor Day holiday coming up, trash and recycling crews will be working on an adjusted schedule, and City offices will be closed. To determine your pick-up day, find your regular garbage/recycling pick-up day, and find your adjusted collection day: Monday, Sept. 2 - Tuesday Tuesday, Sept. 3 - Tuesday and/or Wednesday Wednesday, Sept. 4 - Wednesday and/or Thursday Thursday, Sept. 5 - Thursday and/or Friday Friday, Sept. 6 - Friday View the holiday collection map routes: https://experience.arcgis.com/.../51d858e4ea8244ef8e60177... Additional Closures: Public Works offices will be closed on Sept. 2. The Municipal Yard and Morgan Avenue sites will be closed for drop-off materials on Saturday, Aug. 31 and Monday, Sept. 2, and there will be no brush collection the week of Sept. 2. West Allis Public Library will be closed Saturday, Aug. 31 through Monday, Sept. 2. West Allis City Hall will be closed Monday, Sept. 2. West Allis Senior Center will be closed Monday, Sept. 2 and meals will not be served. https://www.westalliswi.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1709