West Allis engineering report: August floods were a 1,000‑year event; 1,000‑year upgrades estimated at $23M West Allis engineering staff told the council the region experienced a '1,000‑year' storm in August, explained why local sewers were overwhelmed and said a high‑level estimate to upgrade Honey Creek drainage to a 1,000‑year capacity would exceed $23 million; responsibility for some infrastructure rests with the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD).

West Allis faced a devastating "1,000-year" storm that overwhelmed its stormwater systems, revealing a staggering $23 million price tag for necessary upgrades.

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Traffic Concerns Arise Ahead of Alice Chalmers Way and Freeway Project Construction Residents express concerns over Alice Chalmers Way timeline amid upcoming freeway project disruptions.

Alice Chalmers Way is facing construction delays that could leave West Allis residents in a traffic nightmare as a massive freeway project looms.

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Community Voices Outrage Over Delayed Ellis Shummers Way Construction Timeline Residents express frustration over the postponed Ellis Shummers Way project completion to 2029.

Residents of West Allis are outraged as the much-anticipated Shummers Way project faces a four-year delay, leaving community traffic in chaos.

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West Allis initiates $300K sidewalk repair program with new assessment policies City outlines sidewalk repair strategies and assessment rates for upcoming 2025 project.

West Allis is launching a $300K sidewalk repair initiative to tackle hazardous conditions, ensuring safer streets for all!

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