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With Waukesha coming as a customer, utility pursuing changes to its authorized return rate. By Jeramey Jannene - Jul 16th, 2021 05:58 pm //end headline wrapper ?>Running Tap Water. Photo by Steve Johnson (Public Domain).
The Milwaukee Water Works (MWW) is pursuing broad adjustments to its water prices. And the changes will impact far more than just Milwaukee residents and businesses, because the City-owned utility sells water to 15 suburbs.
“This is a very comprehensive process, digging deep into our finances, making sure we are in fact recovering our cost of service from our ratepayers,” said Superintendent
Water isn’t sold at a flat rate, nor is the price set at will. The state-regulated utility is allowed to provide a rate of return to its owner, the City of Milwaukee, after selling water to a variety of retail and wholesale customers. It’s scheduled to transfer $13.46 million to the city’s general fund this year.
Southeast Wisconsin braces for cold stretch
People across southeast Wisconsin are bracing themselves for days-long stretch of intense cold.
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People across southeast Wisconsin are bracing themselves for days-long stretch of intense cold. I m wearing two pairs of pants today, said Mitchell Lemieux.
In Milwaukee, city leaders are stressing safety and pleading with people to stay inside as much as possible. Do not forget to check on family members and friends who may be at risk for injuries or illness, especially the elderly and those with medical conditions, said Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett. Also be sure to limit the amount of time children and pets are outside.
Mayor Barrett finds a familiar face to replace Samir Amin. By Jeramey Jannene - Dec 30th, 2020 01:51 pm //end headline wrapper ?>Get a daily rundown of the top stories on Urban Milwaukee
Jerrel Kruschke appears before the Public Works Committee in March 2019. Image from City Channel – City Clerk’s Office.
Continuing a decades-long trend, the man chosen to be Milwaukee’s next City Engineer is a Department of Public Works (DPW) veteran.
Mayor
Jerrel Kruschke to serve as City Engineer, a cabinet-level post. His appointment, to what is effectively the number two position at DPW, is subject to Common Council confirmation.