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Our main replacement program replaces aging critical infrastructure with new mains and provide reliable service and high quality, great tasting water. There is no special assessment or added cost to taxpayers because the projects are funded with revenues from water rates. Check here for news - including location, timing and status - of water main replacement projects and other road reconstruction projects that include replacement of lead service lines.
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City Unveils Latest Lead Lateral Plan Urban Milwaukee May 24, 2023 Two-thirds of Wisconsin's lead poisoned children live in Milwaukee. Just one provision to help them remains in the state budget. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel May 24, 2023 Waukesha's upcoming water transition: Residents have questions, the city has answers Milwaukee Journal Sentinel May 23, 2023 City asking for public input on removing lead service lines in series of town halls ABC 12 TV May 15, 2023 Milwaukee Water Works announces new plan to accelerate lead pipe replacement CBS 58 May 15, 2023 Milwaukee Water Works to prioritize replacing lead service lines in disadvantaged areas Spectrum News 1 May 1, 2023
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The Milwaukee Water Equity Taskforce received the first ever "Effort to Advance Racial Equity" award from the Wisconsin Policy Forum in recognition of our work to address structural racism by creating a roadmap to achieving work force equity.
Customer Service Center: For billing and related questions.
414-286-2830
24-Hour Control Center: To report water emergencies.
414-286-3710
Media Inquiries: brian.rothgery[at]milwaukee[dot]gov 414-286-2803
414-286-5452 (FAX)
Zeidler Municipal Building, 841 N. Broadway, Room 406, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:45 PM