City of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin Government

Join us at a city meeting this week. Submit an eComment or contact your elected official with your thoughts.

Highlights of agenda items:
🔹 Financial Affairs Committee will consider allocating ARPA contingency funds to construct the proposed bicycle pump track at the new city park.
🔹 Also at Financial Affairs, the Finance Director will give a presentation about the city's general fund in the next five years. Over the five year period, expenditures grow on average 2.5% while revenues grow only 2.1%. The only way to permanently fix the gap is to change the trend lines themselves - increase revenue growth, limit expenditure increases, or preferably, a combination of both.
🔹 Did you know that construction will likely be coming to North Avenue from Met to Wee Lane to 73rd Street in 2027? Wauwatosa earned a state grant to pay for 80% of the costs. The Financial Affairs Committee is considering a contract related to the design of water mains and sanitary sewers.
🔹 Government Affairs will discuss proposed changes to the Common Council's calendar, impacting meeting time and frequency.

See all meetings: wauwatosa.net/MeetingPortal

How is your weekend going, Wauwatosa? ☀️🍦🎉 Don’t forget to share your favorite photo memories to TosaPhotos.com! Winners from four categories will get a chance to win gift cards from local businesses.

Image Featured: Let the Parade Commence! by Mary B.

Curious about solar energy? Attend a free solar presentation from our friends with Grow Solar Greater Milwaukee. Learn how the community-led program can help you switch to solar for less. growsolar.org/milwaukee

Take a look at Lime Scooters in Tosa! In April, the City introduced Lime Scooters as an alternative transportation option for the community.

These electric scooters have already traveled thousands of miles since then and have brought over 800 new first-time riders to local businesses. From familiar spots to hidden gems, these scooters help to explore Wauwatosa in a new way. Where will Lime Scooters take you next?

In-person absentee voting for the Special Primary Election begins today. You can vote in-person absentee now through Friday, July 26.

Remember, this Special Primary Election is only for Wauwatosa residents in Ward 24A. To confirm if you live in Ward 24A, type your address into this tool: https://www.wauwatosa.net/government/common-council/contact-the-common-council

As a reminder, there will be a Special Election for the vacant District 4 seat in the State Senate on Tuesday, July 30. This Special Election is only for residents in Ward 24A. To confirm if you live in Ward 24A, type your address into this tool: https://www.wauwatosa.net/government/common-council/contact-the-common-council

In-person absentee voting will be available from Tuesday, July 16 – Friday, July 26. Election Day is July 30.

The City of Wauwatosa is hiring a second-shift Parks Custodial Worker to join our team! Our Parks team members perform custodial and maintenance duties to maintain our beautiful City parks buildings and grounds, as well as provide customer service to visitors. The starting hourly pay is $20.77. Learn more and apply: wauwatosa.net/careers

Lots happening at city meetings this week. Here are a few highlights:

1) Plan Commission has multiple public hearings, including the expansion of a daycare center and a new proposed indoor sports & recreation facility.

2) Directly after the Plan Commission will be a working meeting of the Steering Committee related to Wauwatosa's Comprehensive Plan. They'll talk about the preliminary subarea plans. If you're interested in the future of North Avenue and Blue Mound Road, check out the full packet at wauwatosa.net/MeetingPortal. We anticipate having a draft comprehensive plan by Fall 2024.

3) Design Review Board will discuss an alteration to the exterior of Slick City. They'll also see details about WTrainStation Cafe (the cafe near the new hotel at 1401 Mayfair Road).

4) Community Affairs will discuss Harlow & Hem - the next step in the preliminary planned unit development and rezoning process. A full list of meetings related to this topic can be found here: engage.wauwatosa.net/harlow-and-hem

5) Government Affairs will consider amendments to the municipal codes related to public hearings. They'll also discuss amendments to the Common Council meeting calendar.

It’s almost been a month of Tosa Photos and we are loving all of the photos submitted for this year’s contest! Just take a look at this photo entered by Jackie Nguyen titled “After the Rain at Jacobus Pond”. Be sure to submit your entries by August 31st, at TosaPhotos.com.

Today is Election Day for the Special Primary. Remember, this election is only for Wauwatosa residents in Ward 24A. To confirm if you live in Ward 24A, type your address into this tool: https://www.wauwatosa.net/government/common-council/contact-the-common-council

Here are some final voting reminders:

You must bring a valid photo ID with you to your polling location.

Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. If you’re in line to vote by 8 p.m., you can vote.

You can register to vote at your polling place. Bring proof of residence, such as a utility bill or residential lease, and your valid photo ID.

Find your polling place: MyVote.wi.gov

Wondering when streets will be closed for the parade? More details below.

🔈: Wauwatosa restaurants and bars: this one's for you.

We're curious. Who has plans to extend their business hours during the Republican National Convention (RNC)?

Per state law, restaurant and bar businesses are eligible to remain open until 4 a.m. each night of the convention (July 15-19). We're curious how you're preparing.

Share in the comments what the Wauwatosa community can expect. ⬇

Making plans for the Fourth of July in Wauwatosa? Here's what's happening:

No earlier than 6:00 am - send someone out to reserve the best parade spots. It's one of the largest in Wisconsin! That person should also get first pick of the donuts and coffee. 🍩

9:00 am - Parade starts at Swan Blvd and Menomonee River Parkway heading north to North Avenue. Then, it goes east and ends at 80th and North Avenue.

12 - 3 pm - Family fun in the Library/City Hall parking lot. Bring one non-perishable food item to register decorated bikes, trikes, wagons, etc. for prizes. Your donation will benefit the Tosa Cares Food pantry. Also - Espirit Pom & Dance will perform.

6:00 pm - Tosa Tonight concert at the Rotary Stage in Hart Park.

*Note - there are no fireworks in Wauwatosa on July 4. Join us on August 7 for Tosa Night Out, a concert by Tosa Tonight, and fireworks.

The City of Wauwatosa continues to make strides in developing its comprehensive plan.

We've hosted in-person events, a survey, online map tool, DIY small group discussion kits, interviews, and public meetings. We appreciate everyone's participation so far! If you're curious what your neighbors have said so far, look for the "Existing Conditions" document at wauwatosa.net/plan under the documents tab.

The next step in this process is a working meeting of the Steering Committee, scheduled for July 8. While this meeting is open to the public, attendees should note that this session will focus on the ongoing work and discussions necessary to shape the draft comprehensive plan. There is public comment at this meeting, but it's mostly a working meeting of the Steering Committee.

We expect drafts of the comprehensive plan later in Fall, and that will be a great time for the community to provide feedback to ensure the final plan reflects the collective vision for Wauwatosa's future.

Introducing our new sensory zone for the Fourth of July parade! In addition to our annual Fourth of July celebrations, we are including a designated space with minimized lights and sounds for individuals with disabilities and those who prefer a less stimulating environment.

Be on the look out for this sign located between the blocks of 80th to 81st on North Avenue where these areas will have no flashing lights, loud music, or sirens. This initiative is geared towards individuals who are sensitive to sensory overload, including those with autism, PTSD, or other conditions that make such environments challenging. With this thoughtful addition, everyone can join in and enjoy the festivities comfortably.

Along with the sensory zone, the parade organizers have arranged for accessible parking with a number of reserved spaces at 92nd and North Avenue (behind the bank building). This initiative was volunteer-led by the Wauwatosa Commission for Persons and Disabilities with support from the Civic Celebration Commission. For more information, visit: https://www.wauwatosa.net/Home/Components/News/News/3148/17.

*Update* The Water Drop Alert! is over; there were no sewer overflows. Thank you for reducing your water usage.

Potential heavy rain is in the forecast. Every drop counts to help reduce the risk of basement backups and sewer overflows. Please try to use less water:

- Hold off on washing dishes and laundry
- Take a shorter shower
- Empty your rain barrel

For water reclamation facility and deep tunnel updates, visit https://www.mmsd.com/about-us/milwaukee-rain-facility-information. To sign up for Water Drop Alerts text alerts, text WATERDROP to 414-296-4422.

Village of Bayside City of Brookfield, WI Government City of Cudahy Wisconsin Village of Brown Deer Village of Butler City of Oak Creek Government Village of Shorewood, Wisconsin City of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin Government Village of Elm Grove City of Brookfield, WI Government City of New Berlin Village of Caledonia City of Franklin Health Department Village of Germantown, WI - Public Information Village of Greendale - "It Takes a Village" Community Page Greenfield WI Health Department Village of Hales Corners City of Mequon, Wisconsin Milwaukee County Parks Milwaukee Fire Department Milwaukee Police Department Milwaukee Public Library Milwaukee Environmental Collaboration Office - ECO DPW Milwaukee Milwaukee City Development City of Milwaukee Health Department City of New Berlin Village of Shorewood, Wisconsin

In-person absentee voting for the Special Primary Election begins today. You can vote in-person absentee now through Friday, June 28, with the exception of Wednesday, June 19. City Hall and the Clerk’s Office will be closed on Wednesday, June 19.

Remember, this Special Primary Election is only for Wauwatosa residents in Ward 24A. To confirm if you live in Ward 24A, type your address into this tool: https://www.wauwatosa.net/government/common-council/contact-the-common-council

The Wauwatosa Police Department is looking for an Office Assistant to join their team. Our next Office Assistant will perform various administrative and customer support functions for the Police Department. This position is instrumental to the success of daily operations.

The starting wage for this position is $23.96/hour. The weekly work schedule is 12:30 - 8:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position is full-time benefits eligible.

Our robust benefits package includes dental, health, and vision insurance, onsite fitness programs and resources, paid parental leave, and more.

Learn more and apply: wauwatosa.net/careers

On Tuesday, July 2, there will be a Special Primary Election for the vacant District 4 seat in the State Senate. This Special Primary will be followed by a Special Election on Tuesday, July 30. Here’s what Wauwatosa’s voters need to know:

The Special Primary Election on Tuesday, July 2 and Special Election on Tuesday, July 30 is only for residents in Ward 24A. To confirm if you live in Ward 24A, type your address into this tool: https://www.wauwatosa.net/government/common-council/contact-the-common-council

Absentee ballots for the Special Primary were mailed to residents in Ward 24A on Tuesday, June 11. In-person absentee voting will be available from Tuesday, June 18 – Friday, June 28. Election Day is July 2.

Absentee ballots for the Special Election will be mailed to residents in Ward 24A on Tuesday, July 9. In-person absentee voting will be available from Tuesday, July 16 – Friday, July 26. Election Day is July 30.

Congratulations to the winner of ART 64! The third annual event had a record-breaking number of votes (over 9,000!) Thank you to everyone who supported the incredible artists in-person or online by voting, purchasing, or celebrating art this weekend.

Good news! There's still time to view or purchase the incredible art that was created during ART 64: https://one.bidpal.net/art64/browse/all

Congratulations to our ART64 2024 winner, Tyrone Acierto! Thank you to all the artists and everyone who contributed to making ART64 a success!🎨

Discover Wauwatosa North Shore Bank

As summer is beginning to start so is our annual TosaPhoto contest! Photographers of all ages are invited to capture their favorite part of living in Wauwatosa that represent the best part of . Photos from all seasons and events can be submitted into one of the four categories:

🏡Cityscapes
🎪Community Engagement and Special Events
🪻Environment
🌟Popular Vote

To submit your entry, visit tosaphotos.com. Submissions will be open between June 5 and August 31, with voting occurring between August 1-31.
Good luck and happy photographing!

2023 Winners (from left to right): Racing to the Pot of Gold by Kelly Goldmann
Never Too Old or Young for The Farmers Markey by Jeanne Jareki
Hanging Out in the Summer by Ann Paese
Tosa Turkeys by Terra Rodriguez

The Wauwatosa community is invited to attend the annual Memorial Day Observance on Monday, May 27, beginning at 9:00am. This year's observance will be held at the future site of the Veterans Memorial in Hart Park, near the skateboard park.

The Memorial Day Observance is a time for us to come together as a community to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We are grateful for their service and sacrifice, and it is important that we take time to reflect and remember their contribution to our freedom. The observance will include a guest speaker, a presentation by the Mayor, and solemn remembrance. In addition, representatives from the Wauwatosa Veterans Memorial Committee will be on hand to create awareness of their memorial and raise funds.

The Wauwatosa Police Department is looking for dedicated Police Officers to join our team. This recruitment process is specifically for lateral transfers.

A Wauwatosa Police Officer must be ready to serve and provide protection to life and property, promote and preserve peace, enforce municipal, state, and federal laws, and deliver service to all residents and visitors in Wauwatosa.

The starting salary for this position is $76,603 - $89,542 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Wauwatosa Police Officers are benefits-eligible, including an onsite workplace health clinic, fitness reimbursement and resources, paid parental leave, and more.

Learn more and apply: wauwatosa.net/careers

The “right-hand slide” strikes again. We want to change this driving behavior, and we need your help.

We received feedback that cars have been passing on the right on Glenview Avenue near Portland Avenue. It is illegal and highly unsafe to pass when pedestrians are crossing. Our engineers placed these barrels on Glenview Avenue to help minimize the right-hand slide.

We’ll monitor this location to see how these temporary barrels affect traffic, particularly during school drop-offs and pick-ups.