Muskego City council adopts 2035 comprehensive plan after removing 'eco industrial' designation amid resident concerns about concrete crushing The Muskego City Common Council approved Ordinance 1508 adopting the 2035 comprehensive plan on second reading after amending the document to remove references to an "eco industrial" desired development area. Residents urged deferral, citing a nearby concrete‑crushing site and health concerns; council members said zoning and enforcement—not the comp plan—are the proper tools.

Muskego City Council just adopted its 2035 comprehensive plan, but not without heated debates over health concerns from nearby residents about concrete crushing!

Learn more here

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #UrbanPlanning #PublicSafety #CommunityInput #MuskegoCity

Muskegon library board endorses Waukesha County 2027'2031 plan after debate over staffing minima The Muskegon Public Library Board voted Feb. 17 to endorse Waukesha County's 2027'1031 Library Services Plan, which adjusts the county reimbursement formula and lowers some five-year minimums; trustees raised concerns about reduced full-time-equivalent (FTE) minimums and materials-per-capita thresholds.

The Muskegon Public Library Board has endorsed a controversial new plan that could reshape funding and staffing for libraries across the county—what does this mean for your local library's future?

Click to read more!

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #MuskegoCity #LibraryFunding

Landfill compliance update: new cell complete, gas flow and Muskego HHW site remain issues At its Jan. 5 meeting, the Muskego City Landfill Standing Committee heard that a new landfill cell is complete but awaiting DNR approval, gas quality has been low, soil deliveries from a Journal Sentinel project are being used for cover, and efforts to restore a permanent Muskego HHW collection site remain stalled despite vendor negotiations.

Muskego's landfill committee faces challenges as a new cell awaits approval, gas quality dips, and the search for a permanent hazardous waste site hits roadblocks.

Learn more here!

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #MuskegoCity #WasteManagement #EnvironmentalCompliance #CommunitySustainability

Landfill committee approves minor amendment to household hazardous waste cooperative agreement The Muskego City Landfill Standing Committee on Jan. 5 approved an amendment to the cooperative household hazardous waste agreement with Waukesha County, GFL and Veolia to allow limited Jefferson County participation, remove an outdated Muskego site reference, and update payment/RFP language; the change passed by voice vote.

The Muskego City Landfill Standing Committee just approved a key amendment to expand hazardous waste access for Jefferson County residents, aiming to streamline services and enhance community participation!

Click to read more!

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #MuskegoCity #CommunityParticipation

Recreation Report Shows Strong Use and Revenue; Staff Shows Drone Footage of Bog Removal at Big Muskego Lake Parks staff reported high recreation participation and income—summer camp net revenue near $90,559 and Park Arthur fees around $78,000—and showed drone footage of bog removal and invasive-species work at Big Muskego Lake, describing methods and access constraints.

Muskego City is thriving with record-breaking summer camp revenues and stunning drone visuals of invasive species control at Big Muskego Lake!

Click to read more!

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #MuskegoCity #EnvironmentalConservation #RecreationEngagement #CommunityRevenue #CitizenPortal

Muskego Board of Review: appeals roundup — decisions on contested assessments The Board of Review heard multiple property appeals over two days. The board upheld most assessor valuations but reversed or reduced several assessments after hearing evidence; several telephonic and procedural motions also were decided.

The Muskego Board of Review made significant changes to property assessments after hearing compelling evidence, with several homeowners celebrating reductions in their valuations.

Get the details!

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #MuskegoCity #PublicParticipation

Muskego Board of Review: appeals roundup — decisions on contested assessments The Board of Review heard multiple property appeals over two days. The board upheld most assessor valuations but reversed or reduced several assessments after hearing evidence; several telephonic and procedural motions also were decided.

The Muskego Board of Review's recent hearings revealed surprising twists in property assessments, with some homeowners achieving significant reductions while others faced upheld valuations.

Get the details!

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #MuskegoCity #CivicTransparency

Muskego police: high‑speed Janesville Road pursuit ends in crash; suspect charged with multiple felonies Muskego Police Chief Westfall said officers used cameras to locate a vehicle tied to a Milwaukee homicide investigation, led to a pursuit and crash that injured two people; the suspect faces multiple charges and the department is coordinating with the Waukesha County district attorney.

A high-speed pursuit in Muskego, sparked by a homicide investigation, ended in a crash that injured two people and led to multiple felony charges against the suspect.

Get the details!

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #MuskegoCity #LawEnforcement #CommunityEvents

City Health Plan Review Highlights Strategies to Control Rising Costs City officials discuss strategies for managing costs in employee health insurance plans.

Muskego city officials are rethinking employee health insurance to balance generous benefits with rising costs—could innovative strategies save the day?

Learn more here!

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #CostManagement #MuskegoCity #HealthcareCosts #EmployeeBenefits

Alderman Wolf addresses community emails and political criticism during council meeting Alderman Wolf emphasizes community input and responds to criticism from former mayor Schaferati.

Muskego's council is diving deep into financial responsibility and community voices, sparking crucial debates that could shape the future of city governance.

Click to read more!

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #PublicInput #CitizenPortal #MuskegoCity #CommunityEngagement #FiscalResponsibility

City Council debates music hours for Irish Cottage 2's outdoor events Council discusses amending music hours for Irish Cottage 2 to 9:30 PM on Tuesdays.

The Muskego Finance Committee is caught in a lively debate over extending outdoor music hours at the Irish Cottage 2, balancing community peace with local business needs.

Get the details!

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #CommunityNoise #PublicSafety #LocalBusinesses #MuskegoCity

Muskegon Council approves architectural improvements for prominent local business Council praises clean design and encourages minor enhancements for local business development.

Muskego's Plan Commission has unveiled an exciting new building design that promises to transform the local industrial park, igniting enthusiasm for community growth and aesthetic improvement.

Click to read more!

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #MuskegoCity

Big Muskegon Lake District Board convenes and approves March meeting minutes Board discusses updates and confirms quorum before adjourning quickly.

The Big Muskego Lake District Board just wrapped up a meeting full of updates and unanimous votes, signaling a vibrant summer ahead for our community!

Learn more here!

#MuskegoCityWaukeshaCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #MuskegoCity #CommunityEngagement #PublicTransparency #EnvironmentalSustainability