News Flash

Welcome to Rosenquist Fine Art!

On September 15th, Rosenquist Fine Art at 1805 10th Ave held their grand opening and ribbon cutting event.

Caterpillar Global Mining Celebrates 130 Years

On September 14th, Mayor Shelenske presented Caterpillar Global Mining with a proclamation thanking them for choosing to do business in South Milwaukee and celebrating 130 years of earthmoving.

Fire Safety for Seniors

In response to a kitchen fire in which an elderly resident was unable to lift and deploy her fire extinguisher, the South Milwaukee Fire Department is pleased to announce the launch of the Fire Safety for Seniors program.

An Update from We Energies

You may have seen a number of We Energies and Asplundh crews in and around South Milwaukee recently. They are examining power lines and equipment to ensure everything is working properly, and trimming trees near power lines.

1200 Milwaukee Ave Facade Improvement Completed

Owners of 1200 Milwaukee Avenue and South Milwaukee Sausage and Meats were curious about an old mural under the siding. A small idea turned into a complete facade improvement project.

Brever Appointed as City Administrator

At their meeting on September 5, 2023, the South Milwaukee Common Council appointed Patrick Brever to the position of city administrator/economic development director with an effective date of October 1, 2023.

South Milwaukee Water Tower - Rehabilitation Project

Water Tower Rehabilitation Project - Begins August 16th

The current South Milwaukee Water Tower was built in 1999 and is due for significant exterior and interior rehabilitation work.  The surface of the tank will be sandblasted and repa...

South Milwaukee Bridge Repair Project

Upcoming 15th Avenue Road Closure Ahead

Beginning July 31st, 15th Avenue will be closed from Madison Avenue to Missouri Avenue for much needed bridge repair work.  The proposed timeframe for the project is July 31st through September 30th (weather...