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2012 Governor and Lt. Governor Recall Primary Election

Milwaukee Votes on Tuesday, June 5
Election Day Voting Hours: 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

Absentee Voting

  • In-person dates and times: Monday, May 21 – Friday, May 25, 8:30 am – 7:00 pm; Saturday, May 26, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; Sunday, May 27, 12:00 noon – 4:00 pm; MEMORIAL DAY Monday, May 28, 9:00 am – 12:00 noon; Tuesday, May 29 - Thursday, May 31, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm; Friday, June 1, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.
    Location: Municipal Building, 841 N. Broadway, Room 102
  • Request a ballot by mail: May 31, 2012, 5:00 pm is the deadline for electors to request absentee ballots by mail for the Recall Election.

Summer Reading Program MPL Be a Super Reader

Summer Reading Program Launches

Bring the children in your life to one of the 13 Milwaukee Public Libraries to sign up for the “Super Reader” summer reading program from May 14 to August 30. Just 15 minutes a day reading can have a huge impact on their learning and reading skills this summer. The library will recognize Super Reader reading progress with free food coupons, attraction tickets, book bags, and even a free book for their home library! The program is free and a library card is not required to sign up, although library staff would love to help kids get one. Also, children learn more when they do more, so the summer reading program has hundreds of free in-library events all summer.
Learn more at www.mpl.org/SummerReading


MKE Small Business Week 2012

MKE Small Business Week - May 21-24

Small business is the engine that drives the American economy and the economy of the City of Milwaukee. Join us as we celebrate National Small Business Week in Milwaukee:

Click for more information or call 414-444-7001.


PROJECT CLEAN & GREEN 2012

Project Clean & Green - April 16 - June 5

Get rid of excess household debris at no cost.

This City-wide program fosters neighborhood pride and ownership through coordinated clean ups, street and alley sweeping, graffiti removal and neighborhood beautification activities sponsored by community organizations.

Collection crews will target one zone each week. Residents within the targeted zone can place unwanted furniture, mattresses, household items, brush, up to 5 tires and extra recyclables at the collection point on their scheduled collection day.  


Frank P. Zeidler  

2012 Frank P. Zeidler Public Service Award

Nominees are being sought for the 2012 Frank P. Zeidler Public Service Award. The award will be presented to the City of Milwaukee resident(s) whose work best exemplifies the values and vision of former Mayor Zeidler. Nomination materials are due no later than June 30, 2012.


True or False? Lake Michigan prevents Milwaukee from experiencing a tornado.

False! There is absolutely no scientific, meteorological evidence to support the common belief that Lake Michigan somehow prevents us from experiencing a tornado in Milwaukee. Yes Milwaukee, it can happen here!

Make a plan. Be safe. Live prepared.

Peak tornado season in Wisconsin is May through September, but they can occur any month of the year. Here's how to prepare:

  • Yourself - Visit www.ready.gov/tornadoes to find information about what you can do before, during and after a tornado to reduce the chance of injury.
  • Family and freinds - Talk to your family and direct friends and neighbors to www.ready.gov/tornadoes as well. 

Video - Make Your Tax Payment Electronically

Make Your Tax Payment Electronically

The days when you could pay your property taxes only in-person at City Hall are history!

Watch as Milwaukee’s historian John Gurda shows you how to make your property tax installment payment electronically, using the city’s Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). The plan automatically deducts payments directly from your checking or savings account. It’s interest free, has no fees and is easy to sign up for. 

To watch the video and learn more, visit the Treasurer's Office website.


 Sewer Lateral Demonstration Project

In the City of Milwaukee, a joint demonstration project between the city and the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) is tackling the largest contributor of damaging basement backups during and after heavy rain events. Clear water flow into the sanitary sewer system (sometimes referred to as “inflow and infiltration” or I&I) from private property sources causes devastating damage to basements during and after heavy rain events.


Thousands of Dollars in Rebates Available

The Me² program, Milwaukee Energy Efficiency, is helping homeowners navigate home upgrades that can increase comfort and decrease energy costs. Me² offers several financial benefits, including $1,000-$2,000 rebates, Cash-Back Rewards from Focus on Energy, affordable financing and $1,000 grants for eligible health and safety issues, including electrical upgrades and asbestos removal.

Find out how we can help you save money, save energy and love your home again at www.smartenergypays.com


Legislative Reference Bureau Library

Legislative Reference Bureau Library

Use this unique resource to research the development of Milwaukee and the history of city government. The LRB Library is the official depository of City of Milwaukee government documents, some dating back to the mid-19th century. This historic collection includes the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances from 1856 to the present, newspapers clippings from the early 20th century to the present, as well as city census statistics back to 1940.

Visit the LRB Library webpage for more information.