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South Milwaukee Health Department Report Shows Aging Population Trend, Decreased Funding
Officer Jackie Obie presented the 2025 Health Department Annual Report. Key statistics show a slight decrease in births (183 in 2025) and deaths (223 in 2025), indicating a stable or slightly declining population trending older. Top causes of death remain heart disease and cancer. Communicable diseases include chlamydia and influenza hospitalizations. Grant funding decreased due to the end of COVID-19 response grants and a reduction in tax levy allocation. The department implemented a community health improvement plan focusing on mental health, substance use prevention, and healthy eating/activity, and established a harm reduction vending machine with items like naloxone and condoms. The report and the community health improvement plan were placed on file.
South Milwaukee Sets Trick-or-Treat Date for Halloween 2026
The council approved the scheduling of the 2026 South Milwaukee trick-or-treat event for Saturday, October 31st, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The ordinance was amended to specify that for years where Halloween falls on a Saturday, trick-or-treating will occur on Halloween itself, not the preceding Saturday as previously stated in the ordinance.
South Milwaukee Proclaims June as Economic Development Month
The City of South Milwaukee proclaimed June as Economic Development Month. This proclamation recognizes the importance of a strong local economy, job creation, entrepreneurship, and the contributions of businesses and organizations fostering economic growth. The city reaffirms its commitment to a business-friendly environment and responsible growth.
City Council Approves Purchase of New Work Truck for Street Department
The council approved the purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD 4WD crew cab work truck from Holt Chevrolet, with a concrete platform body from Casper's Truck Equipment, for a combined total of $73,877. This purchase replaces a 2003 Ford F-350 and was previously approved in the capital budget.
South Milwaukee Council Maintains July Meeting Date Amid Scheduling Concerns
The council discussed adjusting the July meeting date from the 21st due to Heritage Week. After a straw poll, it was determined that a quorum might not be present on the 21st, with some members unavailable. The council decided to keep the July meeting scheduled for the 21st and placed the discussion on file, indicating they would address any quorum issues if they arise.
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