Appeals Process for the Municipal Services Bill
Report disputes about your bill by calling Customer Service, (414) 286-2830, before the next billing date.
If you are unable to resolve your dispute about:
- Water or MMSD Charges Call the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) at 800-225-7729.
- Snow & Ice, Street Lighting, Extra Garbage Cart, or Solid Waste Pay the charge when it comes due, noting it is paid “under protest” and within 20 days of payment, file a complaint with the City of Milwaukee Commissioner of Public Works. If you disagree with the determination of the Commissioner, you may file an appeal within 30 days of the determination with the Administrative Review Appeals Board. Call (414) 286-2231 or find the appeals form at Milwaukee.gov/CityClerk. There is a $25.00 filing fee. Any refund is limited to the billing period under appeal.
- Local Sewerage or Storm Water Management Pay the charge when it comes due, noting it is paid “under protest” and within 20 days of payment, file a complaint with the Commissioner or call the PSC.

Customer Service Center
For billing and related questions:
24-Hour Control Center
For water emergencies only:
414-286-5452 (Fax)
Zeidler Municipal Building
841 N. Broadway, Room 406
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM

