City Newsletter

Newsletter and Financial Snapshot - January 2023

Eliminating overdue fees at the library, Citizen's Police Academy returns, and a water rate increase in 2023

Spring Primary Important Dates

See the important dates related to the February 21, 2023 election.

Wauwatosa Library Eliminates Overdue Fines on Young Adult and Adult Library Materials

Patrons will no longer be assessed overdue fines on young adult and adult library materials that are returned late, and existing overdue fines on those materials are being waived.

Christmas Tree - Curb Collection

We'll collect real Christmas trees (free of any decorations) between January 3 - 27, 2023

Your Tax Bill: December 2022

The tax bill contains the same information but has a new look and feel.

Wauwatosa receives Joint Effort Marketing grant to promote summer ART 64 event

Wauwatosa's ART 64 competitive painting event will be held June 9-10, 2023 in the Wauwatosa Village.

New Roles in the Health Department Serving the Wauwatosa Community

Wauwatosa's Health Officer shared recent hires in the department, including two social workers and a substance use specialist, and the upcoming 2023 public health strategy.

Leaf Collection Extended to November 27, 2022

Plus, you can bring your leaves to the Drop Off Center for free.

Sustainable Fowls to Avoid This Thanksgiving

With the right planning, you can help cut down on what ends up in the trash.

Statewide Coalition Addresses Social Isolation & Loneliness Challenges

The Wauwatosa Health Department participates in a working group to address post-pandemic challenges. Here are the local resources for you.

Veterans Memorial Planned for Hart Park

The monument will honor all who have served in the armed forces, regardless of branch, when served, and status.

Your Feedback on a New City Park

We're building a new city park near 116th Street and Gilbert Avenue. Attend an open house or take a survey to provide feedback about the park features.

Seeking Donations for Flags

We would love to continue the tradition of purchasing new flags through donations from the community

City Newsletter

Fall 2022 City Newsletter

Top stories include the city's purchase of the former Boston Store, an emergency alert system, and construction on North Avenue in 2023

Wauwatosa Achieves "High Flyer" Status from Bird City Wisconsin

Bird City Wisconsin offers High Flyer recognition for communities that go above and beyond in their conservation and education programs.

Participate in City Budget Meetings

See the upcoming meeting schedule related to the City of Wauwatosa budget.

COVID-19 Boosters Encouraged

People 12 and older are now eligible for updated COVID-19 boosters that target the original virus and newest Omicron subvariants

Video Message from Police Chief MacGillis

Chief MacGillis issues a critical incident video update to the officer involved shooting which occurred on April 5, 2022.

Harvest of the Month

Looking for tips on how to use more in-season fruits and vegetables? Each month, the Wauwatosa Health Department will be highlighting a fresh fruit or vegetable in order to encourage healthy eating.

New Park and Muellner Building Renovations

The Common Council has allocated four million dollars from American Rescue Plan Act funds to renovate the Muellner Building and a new city park at 116th and Gilbert Avenue.