Wauwatosa, WI

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Planning and Development Department customers have been targeted in a phishing attempt.

Heat Haven Sauna Park Coming to Hart Park November 21

Discover Wauwatosa and Heat Haven are bringing a new outdoor wellness experience to Hart Park this winter, featuring saunas, movement classes, and community events starting November 21.

Wisconsin Veterans Day Parade on Saturday in Wauwatosa

Parade will feature a military flyover, more than 500 veterans, 50 military vehicles, and a motorcycle escort to begin the parade.

Wauwatosa May Not Receive Public Assistance for August 2025 Flooding

Residents can continue to follow public meetings and updates on Wauwatosa.net to learn how Wauwatosa might fund recovery efforts.

Creating Safer Streets in Wauwatosa

New, targeted street design changes are helping to make two crash-prone intersections safer.

Wauwatosa Considers New Yard Waste Collection Model for 2027

A proposed plan would offer two free seasonal pickups, an optional $50 subscription for bi-weekly service, and free yard waste drop-off - saving taxpayers an estimated $272,000 each year.

Wauwatosa to Host Presentation on Council Size Changes and Spring 2026 Election

Residents are invited to learn about the 2026 aldermanic districts, the reduced size of the Common Council, and what the changes mean for the Spring 2026 election.

Fall City Newsletter 2025

Important project updates, city services, and the latest city news.

Wauwatosa’s Stormwater Solutions in Firefly Grove Park

After a major transformation, the park now features three major stormwater best management practices.

Fall Leaf Collection Begins October 13 in Wauwatosa

Wauwatosa’s annual fall leaf collection begins Monday, October 13, 2025. City crews will start collecting leaves from the curb and will continue their rounds through November, weather permitting.

Wauwatosa Marks Week Without Driving with Community Events

The city's Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities Committee is organizing two events during the nationally recognized week.

Milwaukee County Disaster Recovery Centers Open

Wauwatosa's Lower Civic Center in City Hall will be open for two weeks.

US Small Business Administration (SBA) Announces Low Interest Federal Disaster Assistance

Wisconsin businesses, private nonprofits, and residents affected by the flooding in August 2025 can apply

FEMA Assistance Available for Wauwatosa Residents Affected by August Flooding

Residents are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure timely processing of claims and assistance.

Follow the 2026 Budget Process

Preview the upcoming meetings where the city's 2026 operating and capital budgets will be discussed.

2025 Tosa Photo Contest Winners

See the winning photos in the following categories: cityscapes, community engagement, environment, and popular vote.

Cities of Wauwatosa and West Allis Receive Joint Study on Shared Fire and EMS Services

Read the report's findings and follow upcoming meetings.

Mama Rosa Troll and Firefly Grove Park Generate More Than $4 Million in Economic Impact

Since the opening of Firefly Grove Park and unveiling of Mama Rosa, visitors from over 32 different states have come to Wauwatosa.

TOSA Foundation Donates $1 Million for Hart Park Flood Recovery

The City of Wauwatosa is honored to announce a $1,000,000 donation from the TOSA Foundation to support the flood recovery efforts at Hart Park.

Flooding in Wauwatosa - August 2025

There has been significant flooding in Wauwatosa in August 2025. Learn more about response and recovery.

The Library of Things

What the Library of Things is and who makes it possible.

Seven Firefly Grove Park Sustainability Features You May Have Missed

Learn about sustainable features in Wauwatosa's newest park - Firefly Grove Park, located at 1900 N. 116th Street.

Froedtert Hospital and the City of Wauwatosa Property Taxes

The City of Wauwatosa and Froedtert Hospital have reached a $10 million settlement agreement related to property taxes for the years 2021 through 2024.

2025 Tosa Life Photo Contest

The 2025 Tosa Life Photo Contest will begin on June 1, 2025 and will run until August 31, 2025.

Wauwatosa Police Department Partners with National Researchers to Study Crime Prevention

This three-phase project is designed to do more than just study crime patterns; it aims to make the Wauwatosa Police Department a leader in police-led science.

Updating Wauwatosa's Zoning Code

In Wauwatosa, we are starting a project to update our zoning code to better reflect the goals outlined in the recently adopted Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan.

Wauwatosa Leads the Way in Urban Forestry Innovation

Innovative dashboard and tree tour earn Wauwatosa statewide recognition

City of Wauwatosa Welcomes SCHEELS to Mayfair Mall

SCHEELS to Bring Wisconsin’s Largest Sporting Goods Store, 500 Jobs, and Family-Friendly Attractions to Mayfair Mall

City of Wauwatosa Receives $1 Million in Federal Grants to Improve Walnut Road Railroad Crossing

The most significant outcome of the project would be the elimination of the at-grade crossing and total elimination of any train-vehicle conflict.

Wauwatosa's 2025 Financial Snapshot

Learn more about Wauwatosa's budget, as it relates to city services.

Building Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in Wauwatosa

Did you know you may be able to build a separate living space on your residential property?

Wauwatosa's Housing Rehabilitation Program Continues to Help Residents

Learn more about the possible home repairs residents can qualify for.

Wauwatosa Maintains Highest Credit Rating, Completes Annual Audit

Our rating represents the strongest creditworthiness compared to other U.S. borrowers