Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Local Residents Celebrate Upgraded Street Lights to Enhance Neighborhood Illumination

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Residents of a west side Milwaukee neighborhood are celebrating the city’s announcement of a $1.1 million investment to upgrade street lighting with LED technology. Set to begin on July 1, the project will replace outdated street lights and circuits across several blocks southwest of West Lisbon Avenue, addressing long-standing safety concerns due to unreliable lighting. Local residents expressed optimism, noting that improved visibility will enhance safety and quality of life, making evening walks and community activities more enjoyable. The initiative is part of a broader effort by the Department of Public Works to convert most municipal lights to LED by 2026, with the project expected to be completed by late fall 2026.

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