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The City of Sheboygan’s Department of Public Works main purpose is to improve the quality of life by effectively developing, maintaining, and improving the infrastructure, natural resources, and community services. The administration is charged with the responsibility of developing strategy and ensuring the effectiveness of the Department’s activities in meeting the needs of the citizens of Sheboygan. This is accomplished through the effective planning, organizing, leading, and controlling of all available resources within the Department.
The Administration Division is responsible for being the first point of contact for residents and supports of all Public Works divisions. The Department continues to innovate, adjust, and lead with regard to maximizing results with limited resources. Public Works is unique when compared with other departments in the City, in that the Department has both internal and external customers. This environment often creates competing demands for services, which the Department consistently balances with good satisfaction ratings.
The Public Works Administration Division manages several programs for the City of Sheboygan, as well as a variety of initiatives. Below are a just a few of the many key projects in the City.
The City of Sheboygan is a city that celebrates special events. From international sporting events to community-based festivals, parades and athletic activities, the City of Sheboygan is proud to host over one hundred events each year. The Public Works Administration Division intakes all the applications for all Special and Private Events within the City of Sheboygan.
For more information or to apply for an event, please visit the events page.
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The City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works (DPW) is providing a detailed approach to designing streets that reflects our changing community values and priorities, including rising concerns about safety, increased awareness of disparities, and the consideration of green infrastructure to address sustainability goals.
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The City of Sheboygan is embarking on a transformative journey to revitalize its iconic lakefront and marina, breathing new life into a cherished community asset. The City's focus is to create accessible lakefront amenities that cater to a wider audience aligning with our commitment to enhance the quality of life for Sheboygan residents and visitors.
Stay up to date on the status of the revitalization and get involved by visiting the SmithGroup's project website below!
SmithGroup Revitalization Project InformationLook below for real-time updates on the City of Sheboygan Projects that may impact your residence or commute.
The Department of Public Works physical office, located at 2026 New Jersey Ave, will temporarily be closed March 12th through March 14th, 2025, due to minor construction and upgrades.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works has announced the proposed 2025 Asphalt Overlay Projects, aimed at improving road conditions and enhancing transportation infrastructure for residents and visitors.
Read MoreEffective immediately, Public Works Committee meetings will no longer be held at the Municipal Service Building at 5:30 PM.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan’s annual Christmas tree recycling pickup begins on January 2nd and continues through the end of January.
Read MoreWe’re thrilled to introduce our new Special Event Guide for 2025!
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan is thrilled to announce that Beat! A Musical Garden at Vollrath Park has been recognized as the Best Park Improvement Project of 2024, a prestigious honor celebrating innovative and impactful park projects across the United States.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works will be repairing a sanitary sewer main in the 1500 block of Superior Avenue.
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As part of the ongoing improvements at the City of Sheboygan’s Uptown Social, Zimbal Avenue between North 7th Street and North 8th Street will be closed on October 8th between the hours of 7:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
Read MoreGovernor Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced Urban Forestry Grant (UF) recipients, funded through the Biden-Harris Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).
Read MoreKiwanis Park Road is closed at North 17th Street.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works will be repaving a section of New Jersey Avenue between South 15th Street and the Sheboygan River September 24, 2024 through September 25, 2024.
Read MoreNew Jersey Avenue is closed between South 22nd Street and Wildwood Avenue for construction.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Forestry Division, as a part of its ongoing Urban Forestry management plan, is removing seven ash trees along South 17th Street.
Read MoreJoin City staff to learn about the future of Fountain Park!
Read MoreConstruction work on North 15th Street between Superior Avenue and Saemann Avenue will begin on Monday, June 17, 2024.
Read MoreRoad construction on Broadway Avenue between South 17th Street and South 23rd Street will begin on Monday, June 17, 2024.
Read MoreBeginning Monday, June 17th, the westbound traffic lane of Geele Avenue between North Taylor Drive and North 29th Street will be closed to traffic.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan is thrilled to invite all members of the community to participate in a collaborative multi-day design charrette aimed at transforming and enhancing our public waterfront spaces.
Read MoreSouth 12th Street between Washington Avenue and Wilson Avenue will be closed for private construction June 18th through June 21st between the hours of 6:30 AM and 4:30 PM.
Read MoreRoad construction on Union Avenue between South Business Drive and Sauk Trail Road will begin on Monday, June 10, 2024
Read MoreConstruction work on Geele Avenue between N. Taylor Drive and N. 29th Street will begin on Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024.
Read More“Advancing Quality of Life for All" is the 2024 theme for National Public Works Week.
Read MoreA portion of St. Clair Avenue between North 8th Street and North 9th Street will be closed starting Wednesday May 8, 2024, to designate a street space into a temporary public gathering space which will include enhancements such as seating and landscaping.
Read MoreConstruction on Lincoln Avenue between Barrett Street to North 6th Street will begin on Thursday, May 2, 2024.
Read MoreWith private utility construction nearing completion, road construction on South 11th Street between Union Avenue and Indiana Avenue, and Swift Avenue between South 8th Street and South 14th Street will begin on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
Read MoreSouth Taylor Drive between Union Avenue and Kohler Memorial Drive will be reduced to one lane of traffic in each direction beginning April 22, 2024.
Read MoreNational Work Zone Awareness Week starts on April 15 with Work Zone Safety Training Day, which emphasizes the importance of laying the groundwork for safety through training of personnel.
Read MoreThis event aims to gather individuals interested in the future of the Sheboygan Waterfront and Marina Master Plan for an open discussion, idea exchange, and engagement opportunity.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed on March 21, 2024 from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM for professional development.
Read MoreThe Mayor of Sheboygan Ryan Sorenson and City Administrator Casey Bradley have declared a Snow Emergency for Friday, January 12, 2024 starting at 8:00 PM.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed until January 2, 2024 due to limited staff availability and illness.
Read MoreOn Friday, November 17th, Stahl Road will be closed between South Taylor Drive and Racetrack Road due to utility work.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan is embarking on a transformative journey to revitalize its iconic lakefront and marina, breathing new life into a cherished community asset.
Read MoreStarting November 9, 2023, the traffic control signals on South 14th Street, North 14th Street, and Calumet Drive will be updated. Work is expected to be completed November 17, 2023.
Read MoreStarting November 7, 2023 the traffic control signals on Kohler Memorial Drive and Erie Avenue will be updated. Work is expected to be completed November 10, 2023
Read MoreAs a part of the City of Sheboygan’s Complete Streets initiative, the Department of Public Works wants to make you aware of National Pedestrian Safety Month.
Read MoreOn Tuesday October 10, 2023, Broughton Drive will be closed between Michigan Avenue and Barrett Avenue. The closure is due to private utility work in Broughton Drive.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Tuesday October 10, 2023 from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM for professional development. The office will re-open at 11:00 AM.
Read MoreMark your calendars – the opening day for 2024 park reservations will begin at 7:00 am on Monday, October 2, 2023.
Read MoreBeginning Monday, October 9, 2023, and continuing through Friday, November 17, 2023, City residents are allowed to rake leaf piles into the street gutter for easier and faster pickup by City crews.
Read MoreBeginning Tuesday September 19th and continuing through Thursday September 21st, the southbound right lane of S. Taylor Drive will be closed at Crocker Avenue along with the two (2) right turn lanes of S. Taylor Drive at Washington Avenue for construction.
Read MoreConstruction work on South 13th Street at the Virginia Avenue intersection will begin on September 5, 2023 and continue through September 13, 2023.
Read MoreConstruction work on Mayflower Avenue (North 8th Street to North 10th Street; and North 13th Street to North 15th Street) will begin on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
Read MoreConstruction on North 5th Street/Highland Terrace (North Avenue to North 6th Street) will begin on Wednesday August 2nd, 2023.
Read MoreConstruction on North 27th Place (Saemann Avenue to North 28th Street) will begin on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
Read MoreConstruction work on Martin Avenue (North 18th Street to North 20th Street) will begin on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
Read MoreConstruction work on Lincoln Avenue (North 8th Street to North 10th Street; and North 12th Street to North 15th Street) will begin on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
Read MoreConstruction work on North 20th Street (Superior Avenue to Cleveland Avenue) will begin on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Thursday July 27, 2023 at 12:00 PM for professional development.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Wednesday July 12, 2023 at 3:00 PM for professional development.
Read MoreConstruction on Calumet Drive between Geele Avenue and Main Avenue will begin on Monday, June 19, 2023.
Read MoreOn Monday June 12th, 2023, Indiana Avenue between South 17th Street and South 24th Street will be closed to through traffic.
Read MorePublic Works Departments across the county are coming together to celebrate the 63rd Annual National Public Works Week on May 21 – 27, 2023.
Read MoreA portion of St. Clair Avenue between North 8th Street and North 9th Street will be closed starting Thursday May 11, 2023 to designate a street space into a temporary public gathering space which will include enhancements such as seating and landscaping
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Thursday May 11, 2023 from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM for professional development.
Read MoreToday kicks off National Work Zone Awareness Week. Remember: YOU play a role in work zone safety!
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Tuesday March 28, 2023 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM for professional development.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Tuesday March 14, 2023 from 7:30 AM until 10:00 AM for professional development. The office will re-open at 10:00 AM.
Read MoreOn Monday March 20, 2023, Broadway Avenue between South 7th Street and South 14th Street will be closed to through traffic.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works announces a snow emergency starting at 10:00 AM on Friday, March 10, 2023
Read MoreOn Monday, January 9, 2023 storm sewer and pavement repairs within the intersection of Erie Avenue and North 14th Street will begin.
Read MoreDue to the Thanksgiving holiday, the Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Thursday, November 24th and Friday, November 25th.
Read MoreOn Tuesday, November 22, 2022 S. 24th Street between Indiana Avenue and Georgia Avenue will be changed from the existing, temporary, two-way street as a result of the reconstruction on Indiana Avenue and returned to a one-way street for southbound traffic.
Read MoreAs part of the ongoing construction of the City of Sheboygan’s new Uptown Social, North 8th Street will be closed to through traffic at Zimbal Avenue beginning on Monday, September 12, 2022.
Read MoreDue to Labor Day, the Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Monday, September 5th.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan will be upgrading its MUNIS ERP system on Friday August 12, 2022, customer service windows will be affected by this upgrade.
Read MoreJoin the City of Sheboygan for a public meeting on planning efforts to address shoreline issues. City staff will present the proposed improvements and gather public feedback for the project.
Read MoreConstruction on North Avenue between North Taylor Drive and Calumet Drive will begin Tuesday, July 5, 2022.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan will be upgrading its MUNIS ERP system on Wednesday June 15, 2022, customer service windows will be affected by this upgrade.
Read MoreA portion of St. Clair Avenue between North 8th Street and North 9th Street will be closed starting Wednesday May 11, 2022 for the Uptown Parklet.
Read MoreConstruction on South 12th Place between Camelot Boulevard and Castle Avenue will begin on Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Read MoreConstruction on Kiwanis Park Road between Kiwanis Park Field House and North 14th Street. will begin on Tuesday, May 3, 2022.
Read MoreConstruction on Geele Avenue between North Taylor Drive and North 38th Street will begin on Monday, May 2, 2022.
Read MoreConstruction on Calumet Drive between Saemann Avenue and Geele Avenue will begin on Monday, Monday, May 2, 2022.
Read MoreBeginning April 26, 2022, Southbound North 9th Street will be closed to through traffic between New York Avenue and Center Avenue.
Read MoreAs a part of the ongoing reconstruction of Indiana Avenue, on Tuesday April 12, 2022 Indiana Avenue from Taylor Drive to S. 24th Street will be closed to through traffic.
Read MoreStarting Tuesday, March 15th, 2022, Indiana Avenue from Taylor Drive to S. 24th Street will be reduced to one lane of traffic in the eastbound direction only. Indiana Avenue from Taylor Drive to S. 24th Street will be closed to all westbound traffic.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works along with Maywood Environmental Park will be celebrating Arbor Day on Friday April 29, 2022.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Wednesday, February 23rd between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. for professional development. Our office will re-open at 1:00 p.m.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Tuesday, February 8th between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. for professional development. Our office will re-open at 10:00 a.m.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan is in the process of developing the next strategic plan that will establish the priorities and goals that will guide the City for the next five years and is asking you to participate.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Tuesday, January 18th between 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for professional development. Our office will re-open at 11:00 a.m.
Read MoreDue to staff in-service, the Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Monday, December 20th between 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Our office will re-open at 12:30 p.m.
Read MoreDue to staff in-service, the Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Tuesday, November 16th at 3:00 p.m. Our office will re-open at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 17, 2021.
Read MoreBehrens Parkway is closed to through traffic between Tower Drive and Gateway Drive. The closure is required for private utility construction.
Read MoreUnion Avenue is again open to traffic between Georgia Avenue and South 26th Street.
Read MoreSouth Taylor Drive north of the Union Avenue intersection and south of the University Drive intersection will be closed to southbound traffic starting October 11, 2021 due to utility work in this section of South Taylor Drive. This section of South Taylor Drive will be reopened by Friday, November 5, 2021 weather permitting.
Read MoreNorth 8th Street between Center Avenue and New York Avenue will be closed to today, August 9, 2021 and will reopen at 6:00 pm Tuesday August 10, 2021.
Read MoreConstruction on Union Avenue between South 26th Street and Georgia Avenue will begin on Monday, July 26, 2021. This project will reconstruct Union Avenue and includes new pavement, curb and gutter, storm sewer, street lighting, and sidewalk.
Read MoreA portion of St. Clair Avenue between North 8th Street and North 9th Street will be closed starting the afternoon of Thursday July 22, 2021 to designate a street space into a temporary public gathering space.
Read MoreStarting on Tuesday, July 20th Union Avenue will be closed between Sauk Trail Road and South 19th Street due to utility work. The eastbound lane of Union Avenue will be reopened on Tuesday afternoon. The westbound lane of Union Avenue will be reopened on Friday afternoon.
Read MoreConstruction on Calumet Drive between Erie Avenue and Saemann Avenue will begin on Monday, July 12, 2021.
Read MoreConstruction on South 12th Street and Greenfield Avenue will begin on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. The construction on South 12th Street includes storm sewer repairs, concrete sidewalk improvements, and new asphalt pavement and is part of the ongoing improvement on South 12th Street.
Read MoreConstruction on Park Avenue between North 3rd Street and Barrett Street will begin on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. The construction on Park Avenue includes storm sewer repairs, concrete sidewalk improvements, and new asphalt pavement.
Read MoreBell Avenue, between North 5th Street and North 8th Street, will be closed on May 26 for road repairs following repairs of the sanitary sewer. This closure for the removal of the existing pavement is expected to last for one day. Placement of the new asphalt pavement will require a future road closure, a date for this closure has not been scheduled.
Read MoreZimbal Avenue, between North 7th Street and North 8th Street, will be closed on May 26 and May 27, 2021, for sewer repairs.
Read MoreUpdate: Due to Emergency Sanitary Sewer repairs, the detour for North 8th Street has changed to use Superior Avenue, North 9th Street, and North Avenue.
Read MoreConstruction on Geele Avenue between North 3rd Street and Calumet Drive will begin Monday, May 24, 2021.
Read MorePublic Works Departments across the county are coming together to celebrate overcoming challenges and the ability to provide continued care for their communities in one of the most trying years.
Read MoreConstruction on South 10th Street between Broadway and Indiana Avenue will begin Monday, May 17, 2021.
Read MoreRoad closures on Najacht Road between Mill Road and Enterprise Drive will begin on Tuesday, April 27, 2021.
Read MoreRoad closures on Superior Avenue between North 18th Street and North 22nd Street will begin on Wednesday, April 28, 2021.
Read MoreConstruction on North Taylor Drive between Saemann Avenue and North Avenue will begin the week of April 26, 2021. The work is expected to be complete in Mid-May.
Read MoreConstruction on Georgia Avenue between South Business Drive and South 8th Street will begin Monday, April 19, 2021.
Read MoreIllinois Avenue from North 10th Street to North 11th Street will be closed Tuesday April 6, 2021.
Read MoreAre you or someone you know looking for seasonal employment? The City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works is hiring for the summer/fall of 2021!
Read MoreThe existing traffic signals at North 15th Street and Geele Avenue starting Monday, January 25th will be placed on flashing red in all four directions therefore making this intersection operate as a four way stop.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Forestry Division, as a part of its ongoing Urban Forestry management plan, is removing dying ash trees on North 23rd Street from Kohler Memorial Drive to Superior Avenue from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday January 13, 2021.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Forestry Division, as a part of its ongoing Urban Forestry management plan, is removing dying ash trees on Superior Avenue from North 15th Street to North 17th Street from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday January 12, 2021.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works is providing this advance notice that the Union Avenue and Taylor Drive intersection will operate as a temporary Four Way Stop starting Wednesday, November 25, 2020.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works is pleased to announce that Superior Avenue, between Taylor Drive and North 29th Street will officially open to traffic tomorrow morning, November 20, 2020.
Read MoreBeginning Tuesday, October 27, 2020 Broadway Avenue will be closed from South Business Drive to South 17th Street for utility construction. The closure will occur until November 13, 2020.
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Beginning Friday, September 25th, North 10th Street will be closed from Erie Avenue to Superior Avenue from 5:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. for the milling of the road surface prior to the installation of an asphalt overlay.
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Beginning Thursday, September 24th, Martin Avenue will be closed from North 15th Street to North 18th Street from 5:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. for the milling of the road surface prior to the installation of an asphalt overlay.
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Beginning Thursday, September 24th, North 18th Street from Calumet Drive to Martin Avenue will closed from 5:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. for the milling of the road surface prior to the installation of an asphalt overlay.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Forestry Division, as a part of its ongoing Urban Forestry management plan is removing dying ash trees
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Beginning Wednesday, September 23rd, Saemann Avenue will be closed from North 21st Street to North 25th Street from 5:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. for the milling of the road surface prior to the installation of an asphalt overlay.
Read MoreBeginning Monday, August 31st at 6:00 A.M. North 15 Street will be closed from North Avenue to Mayflower Avenue for street repair.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works is providing this advance notice that Taylor Drive at the Union Avenue intersection will be completely closed to northbound and southbound traffic as a result of infrastructure improvements from August 31, 2020 until mid-November 2020.
Read MoreThe closure of Union Avenue from Taylor Drive west to the Acuity Flag entrance driveway will be occurring from August 24, 2020 until mid-November 2020.
Read MoreThe closure of Union Avenue from Taylor Drive east to the Horace Mann Middle School driveway will be occurring from August 17, 2020 until mid-November 2020.
Read MoreSouth 10th Street between Maryland Avenue and Illinois Avenue will be closed Monday, August 3, 2020 through late September, for storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main construction.
Read MoreUPDATE: The closure will now end on Tuesday, July 28, 2020. South 10th Street between Maryland Avenue and Illinois Avenue will be closed Monday, July 20, 2020 through Thursday, July 23, 2020, for storm sewer construction.
Read MoreSouth 8th Street between Oakland Avenue and Union Avenue will be closed Monday, July 20, 2020 through Thursday, July 23, 2020, for private utility construction.
Read MoreTree removal on North 28th Street from Geele Avenue to Main Avenue from approximately 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. starting Monday July 13, 2020 and ending Friday July 17, 2020.
Read MoreThe intersection of Calumet Drive and Geele Avenue will be closed to all traffic beginning on July 6, 2020 for water main replacement in the intersection. The closure is expected to remain in place for 10 days.
Read MoreThe intersection of South Commerce Street and Maryland Avenue will be closed on Tuesday, June 23, 2020, for water main installation.
Read MoreConstruction on Geele Avenue between North 23rd Street and Calumet Drive will begin Wednesday, June 24, 2020.
Read MoreVolunteers from WisCorps will be working on the North Point Bluff Restoration project during the week of June 22, removing invasive and undesirable shrubs and trees
Read MoreNorth 25th Street will be closed from Wednesday, June 17, 2020 until Tuesday, June 23, 2020 during the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for tree removal.
Read MoreConstruction on Superior Avenue, between Taylor Drive and North 29th Street, is scheduled to begin on June 22, 2020. Construction will include storm sewer, sanitary sewer repairs, concrete pavement, sidewalk, street lighting, and updated traffic signals.
Read MoreOn Tuesday, May 19, 2020, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation began construction on the Pennsylvania Avenue Bridge to complete the concrete staining that was not completed last fall. Due to the weather conditions, this work is taking longer than expected.
Read MoreBeginning Wednesday, May 27, 2020 Saemann Avenue will be closed between North 21st Street and North 22nd Street.
Read MoreOn Tuesday, May 19, 2020, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation will begin construction on the Pennsylvania Avenue Bridge to complete the concrete staining that was not completed last fall.
Read MoreOn Wednesday, May 6, 2020 from 5 AM to 4 PM traffic at the intersection of Geele Avenue and Calumet drive will be restricted for storm sewer maintenance.
Read MoreOn Monday, May 4, 2020 construction will begin again on North Avenue. This will require portions of North Avenue to be closed to through traffic. The closures are required to complete the landscaping and tree planting that was not completed last fall.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan and the Sheboygan Water Utility decided to delay the upcoming roadway and utility work on Geele Avenue between Calumet Drive and North 23rd Street.
Read MoreA joint decision was made between the City of Sheboygan and HSHS St. Nicholas Hospital to delay the start of the Superior Avenue Road Reconstruction Project.
Read MoreOne lane in each direction of North Taylor Drive between Superior Avenue and Saemann Avenue will be closed starting March 16, 2020.
Read MoreConstruction is scheduled to begin on March 16, 2020. Utility and Street Improvements will occur on the following streets: Illinois Avenue from approximately South 12th Street to South 10th Street, Maryland Avenue from South 11th Street to South Commerce Street, and South 11th Street from Indiana Avenue to Maryland Avenue.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works physical office, located at 2026 New Jersey Ave, will temporarily be closed March 12th through March 14th, 2025, due to minor construction and upgrades.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works has announced the proposed 2025 Asphalt Overlay Projects, aimed at improving road conditions and enhancing transportation infrastructure for residents and visitors.
Read MoreEffective immediately, Public Works Committee meetings will no longer be held at the Municipal Service Building at 5:30 PM.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan’s annual Christmas tree recycling pickup begins on January 2nd and continues through the end of January.
Read MoreWe’re thrilled to introduce our new Special Event Guide for 2025!
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan is thrilled to announce that Beat! A Musical Garden at Vollrath Park has been recognized as the Best Park Improvement Project of 2024, a prestigious honor celebrating innovative and impactful park projects across the United States.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works will be repairing a sanitary sewer main in the 1500 block of Superior Avenue.
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As part of the ongoing improvements at the City of Sheboygan’s Uptown Social, Zimbal Avenue between North 7th Street and North 8th Street will be closed on October 8th between the hours of 7:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
Read MoreGovernor Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced Urban Forestry Grant (UF) recipients, funded through the Biden-Harris Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).
Read MoreKiwanis Park Road is closed at North 17th Street.
Read MoreNew Jersey Avenue is closed between South 22nd Street and Wildwood Avenue for construction.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works will be repaving a section of New Jersey Avenue between South 15th Street and the Sheboygan River September 24, 2024 through September 25, 2024.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Forestry Division, as a part of its ongoing Urban Forestry management plan, is removing seven ash trees along South 17th Street.
Read MoreJoin City staff to learn about the future of Fountain Park!
Read MoreConstruction work on North 15th Street between Superior Avenue and Saemann Avenue will begin on Monday, June 17, 2024.
Read MoreBeginning Monday, June 17th, the westbound traffic lane of Geele Avenue between North Taylor Drive and North 29th Street will be closed to traffic.
Read MoreRoad construction on Broadway Avenue between South 17th Street and South 23rd Street will begin on Monday, June 17, 2024.
Read MoreSouth 12th Street between Washington Avenue and Wilson Avenue will be closed for private construction June 18th through June 21st between the hours of 6:30 AM and 4:30 PM.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan is thrilled to invite all members of the community to participate in a collaborative multi-day design charrette aimed at transforming and enhancing our public waterfront spaces.
Read MoreRoad construction on Union Avenue between South Business Drive and Sauk Trail Road will begin on Monday, June 10, 2024
Read MoreConstruction work on Geele Avenue between N. Taylor Drive and N. 29th Street will begin on Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024.
Read More“Advancing Quality of Life for All" is the 2024 theme for National Public Works Week.
Read MoreA portion of St. Clair Avenue between North 8th Street and North 9th Street will be closed starting Wednesday May 8, 2024, to designate a street space into a temporary public gathering space which will include enhancements such as seating and landscaping.
Read MoreConstruction on Lincoln Avenue between Barrett Street to North 6th Street will begin on Thursday, May 2, 2024.
Read MoreWith private utility construction nearing completion, road construction on South 11th Street between Union Avenue and Indiana Avenue, and Swift Avenue between South 8th Street and South 14th Street will begin on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
Read MoreSouth Taylor Drive between Union Avenue and Kohler Memorial Drive will be reduced to one lane of traffic in each direction beginning April 22, 2024.
Read MoreNational Work Zone Awareness Week starts on April 15 with Work Zone Safety Training Day, which emphasizes the importance of laying the groundwork for safety through training of personnel.
Read MoreThis event aims to gather individuals interested in the future of the Sheboygan Waterfront and Marina Master Plan for an open discussion, idea exchange, and engagement opportunity.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed on March 21, 2024 from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM for professional development.
Read MoreThe Mayor of Sheboygan Ryan Sorenson and City Administrator Casey Bradley have declared a Snow Emergency for Friday, January 12, 2024 starting at 8:00 PM.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed until January 2, 2024 due to limited staff availability and illness.
Read MoreOn Friday, November 17th, Stahl Road will be closed between South Taylor Drive and Racetrack Road due to utility work.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan is embarking on a transformative journey to revitalize its iconic lakefront and marina, breathing new life into a cherished community asset.
Read MoreStarting November 9, 2023, the traffic control signals on South 14th Street, North 14th Street, and Calumet Drive will be updated. Work is expected to be completed November 17, 2023.
Read MoreStarting November 7, 2023 the traffic control signals on Kohler Memorial Drive and Erie Avenue will be updated. Work is expected to be completed November 10, 2023
Read MoreAs a part of the City of Sheboygan’s Complete Streets initiative, the Department of Public Works wants to make you aware of National Pedestrian Safety Month.
Read MoreOn Tuesday October 10, 2023, Broughton Drive will be closed between Michigan Avenue and Barrett Avenue. The closure is due to private utility work in Broughton Drive.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Tuesday October 10, 2023 from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM for professional development. The office will re-open at 11:00 AM.
Read MoreMark your calendars – the opening day for 2024 park reservations will begin at 7:00 am on Monday, October 2, 2023.
Read MoreBeginning Monday, October 9, 2023, and continuing through Friday, November 17, 2023, City residents are allowed to rake leaf piles into the street gutter for easier and faster pickup by City crews.
Read MoreBeginning Tuesday September 19th and continuing through Thursday September 21st, the southbound right lane of S. Taylor Drive will be closed at Crocker Avenue along with the two (2) right turn lanes of S. Taylor Drive at Washington Avenue for construction.
Read MoreConstruction work on South 13th Street at the Virginia Avenue intersection will begin on September 5, 2023 and continue through September 13, 2023.
Read MoreConstruction work on Martin Avenue (North 18th Street to North 20th Street) will begin on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
Read MoreConstruction work on Mayflower Avenue (North 8th Street to North 10th Street; and North 13th Street to North 15th Street) will begin on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
Read MoreConstruction on North 5th Street/Highland Terrace (North Avenue to North 6th Street) will begin on Wednesday August 2nd, 2023.
Read MoreConstruction on North 27th Place (Saemann Avenue to North 28th Street) will begin on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
Read MoreConstruction work on Lincoln Avenue (North 8th Street to North 10th Street; and North 12th Street to North 15th Street) will begin on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
Read MoreConstruction work on North 20th Street (Superior Avenue to Cleveland Avenue) will begin on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Thursday July 27, 2023 at 12:00 PM for professional development.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Wednesday July 12, 2023 at 3:00 PM for professional development.
Read MoreConstruction on Calumet Drive between Geele Avenue and Main Avenue will begin on Monday, June 19, 2023.
Read MoreOn Monday June 12th, 2023, Indiana Avenue between South 17th Street and South 24th Street will be closed to through traffic.
Read MorePublic Works Departments across the county are coming together to celebrate the 63rd Annual National Public Works Week on May 21 – 27, 2023.
Read MoreA portion of St. Clair Avenue between North 8th Street and North 9th Street will be closed starting Thursday May 11, 2023 to designate a street space into a temporary public gathering space which will include enhancements such as seating and landscaping
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Thursday May 11, 2023 from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM for professional development.
Read MoreToday kicks off National Work Zone Awareness Week. Remember: YOU play a role in work zone safety!
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Tuesday March 28, 2023 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM for professional development.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Tuesday March 14, 2023 from 7:30 AM until 10:00 AM for professional development. The office will re-open at 10:00 AM.
Read MoreOn Monday March 20, 2023, Broadway Avenue between South 7th Street and South 14th Street will be closed to through traffic.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works announces a snow emergency starting at 10:00 AM on Friday, March 10, 2023
Read MoreOn Monday, January 9, 2023 storm sewer and pavement repairs within the intersection of Erie Avenue and North 14th Street will begin.
Read MoreDue to the Thanksgiving holiday, the Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Thursday, November 24th and Friday, November 25th.
Read MoreAs part of the ongoing construction of the City of Sheboygan’s new Uptown Social, North 8th Street will be closed to through traffic at Zimbal Avenue beginning on Monday, September 12, 2022.
Read MoreDue to Labor Day, the Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Monday, September 5th.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan will be upgrading its MUNIS ERP system on Friday August 12, 2022, customer service windows will be affected by this upgrade.
Read MoreJoin the City of Sheboygan for a public meeting on planning efforts to address shoreline issues. City staff will present the proposed improvements and gather public feedback for the project.
Read MoreConstruction on North Avenue between North Taylor Drive and Calumet Drive will begin Tuesday, July 5, 2022.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan will be upgrading its MUNIS ERP system on Wednesday June 15, 2022, customer service windows will be affected by this upgrade.
Read MoreA portion of St. Clair Avenue between North 8th Street and North 9th Street will be closed starting Wednesday May 11, 2022 for the Uptown Parklet.
Read MoreConstruction on South 12th Place between Camelot Boulevard and Castle Avenue will begin on Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Read MoreConstruction on Kiwanis Park Road between Kiwanis Park Field House and North 14th Street. will begin on Tuesday, May 3, 2022.
Read MoreConstruction on Geele Avenue between North Taylor Drive and North 38th Street will begin on Monday, May 2, 2022.
Read MoreBeginning April 26, 2022, Southbound North 9th Street will be closed to through traffic between New York Avenue and Center Avenue.
Read MoreConstruction on Calumet Drive between Saemann Avenue and Geele Avenue will begin on Monday, Monday, May 2, 2022.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works along with Maywood Environmental Park will be celebrating Arbor Day on Friday April 29, 2022.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Wednesday, February 23rd between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. for professional development. Our office will re-open at 1:00 p.m.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Tuesday, February 8th between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. for professional development. Our office will re-open at 10:00 a.m.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan is in the process of developing the next strategic plan that will establish the priorities and goals that will guide the City for the next five years and is asking you to participate.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Tuesday, January 18th between 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for professional development. Our office will re-open at 11:00 a.m.
Read MoreDue to staff in-service, the Department of Public Works office will be closed for business on Monday, December 20th between 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Our office will re-open at 12:30 p.m.
Read MoreBehrens Parkway is closed to through traffic between Tower Drive and Gateway Drive. The closure is required for private utility construction.
Read MoreUnion Avenue is again open to traffic between Georgia Avenue and South 26th Street.
Read MoreSouth Taylor Drive north of the Union Avenue intersection and south of the University Drive intersection will be closed to southbound traffic starting October 11, 2021 due to utility work in this section of South Taylor Drive. This section of South Taylor Drive will be reopened by Friday, November 5, 2021 weather permitting.
Read MoreNorth 8th Street between Center Avenue and New York Avenue will be closed to today, August 9, 2021 and will reopen at 6:00 pm Tuesday August 10, 2021.
Read MoreConstruction on Union Avenue between South 26th Street and Georgia Avenue will begin on Monday, July 26, 2021. This project will reconstruct Union Avenue and includes new pavement, curb and gutter, storm sewer, street lighting, and sidewalk.
Read MoreA portion of St. Clair Avenue between North 8th Street and North 9th Street will be closed starting the afternoon of Thursday July 22, 2021 to designate a street space into a temporary public gathering space.
Read MoreStarting on Tuesday, July 20th Union Avenue will be closed between Sauk Trail Road and South 19th Street due to utility work. The eastbound lane of Union Avenue will be reopened on Tuesday afternoon. The westbound lane of Union Avenue will be reopened on Friday afternoon.
Read MoreConstruction on Calumet Drive between Erie Avenue and Saemann Avenue will begin on Monday, July 12, 2021.
Read MoreConstruction on South 12th Street and Greenfield Avenue will begin on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. The construction on South 12th Street includes storm sewer repairs, concrete sidewalk improvements, and new asphalt pavement and is part of the ongoing improvement on South 12th Street.
Read MoreConstruction on Park Avenue between North 3rd Street and Barrett Street will begin on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. The construction on Park Avenue includes storm sewer repairs, concrete sidewalk improvements, and new asphalt pavement.
Read MoreZimbal Avenue, between North 7th Street and North 8th Street, will be closed on May 26 and May 27, 2021, for sewer repairs.
Read MoreBell Avenue, between North 5th Street and North 8th Street, will be closed on May 26 for road repairs following repairs of the sanitary sewer. This closure for the removal of the existing pavement is expected to last for one day. Placement of the new asphalt pavement will require a future road closure, a date for this closure has not been scheduled.
Read MoreUpdate: Due to Emergency Sanitary Sewer repairs, the detour for North 8th Street has changed to use Superior Avenue, North 9th Street, and North Avenue.
Read MoreConstruction on Geele Avenue between North 3rd Street and Calumet Drive will begin Monday, May 24, 2021.
Read MorePublic Works Departments across the county are coming together to celebrate overcoming challenges and the ability to provide continued care for their communities in one of the most trying years.
Read MoreConstruction on South 10th Street between Broadway and Indiana Avenue will begin Monday, May 17, 2021.
Read MoreRoad closures on Najacht Road between Mill Road and Enterprise Drive will begin on Tuesday, April 27, 2021.
Read MoreRoad closures on Superior Avenue between North 18th Street and North 22nd Street will begin on Wednesday, April 28, 2021.
Read MoreConstruction on North Taylor Drive between Saemann Avenue and North Avenue will begin the week of April 26, 2021. The work is expected to be complete in Mid-May.
Read MoreConstruction on Georgia Avenue between South Business Drive and South 8th Street will begin Monday, April 19, 2021.
Read MoreIllinois Avenue from North 10th Street to North 11th Street will be closed Tuesday April 6, 2021.
Read MoreAre you or someone you know looking for seasonal employment? The City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works is hiring for the summer/fall of 2021!
Read MoreThe existing traffic signals at North 15th Street and Geele Avenue starting Monday, January 25th will be placed on flashing red in all four directions therefore making this intersection operate as a four way stop.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Forestry Division, as a part of its ongoing Urban Forestry management plan, is removing dying ash trees on North 23rd Street from Kohler Memorial Drive to Superior Avenue from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday January 13, 2021.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Forestry Division, as a part of its ongoing Urban Forestry management plan, is removing dying ash trees on Superior Avenue from North 15th Street to North 17th Street from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday January 12, 2021.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works is providing this advance notice that the Union Avenue and Taylor Drive intersection will operate as a temporary Four Way Stop starting Wednesday, November 25, 2020.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works is pleased to announce that Superior Avenue, between Taylor Drive and North 29th Street will officially open to traffic tomorrow morning, November 20, 2020.
Read MoreBeginning Tuesday, October 27, 2020 Broadway Avenue will be closed from South Business Drive to South 17th Street for utility construction. The closure will occur until November 13, 2020.
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Beginning Friday, September 25th, North 10th Street will be closed from Erie Avenue to Superior Avenue from 5:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. for the milling of the road surface prior to the installation of an asphalt overlay.
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Beginning Thursday, September 24th, Martin Avenue will be closed from North 15th Street to North 18th Street from 5:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. for the milling of the road surface prior to the installation of an asphalt overlay.
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Beginning Thursday, September 24th, North 18th Street from Calumet Drive to Martin Avenue will closed from 5:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. for the milling of the road surface prior to the installation of an asphalt overlay.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Forestry Division, as a part of its ongoing Urban Forestry management plan is removing dying ash trees
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Beginning Wednesday, September 23rd, Saemann Avenue will be closed from North 21st Street to North 25th Street from 5:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. for the milling of the road surface prior to the installation of an asphalt overlay.
Read MoreBeginning Monday, August 31st at 6:00 A.M. North 15 Street will be closed from North Avenue to Mayflower Avenue for street repair.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan Department of Public Works is providing this advance notice that Taylor Drive at the Union Avenue intersection will be completely closed to northbound and southbound traffic as a result of infrastructure improvements from August 31, 2020 until mid-November 2020.
Read MoreThe closure of Union Avenue from Taylor Drive west to the Acuity Flag entrance driveway will be occurring from August 24, 2020 until mid-November 2020.
Read MoreThe closure of Union Avenue from Taylor Drive east to the Horace Mann Middle School driveway will be occurring from August 17, 2020 until mid-November 2020.
Read MoreSouth 10th Street between Maryland Avenue and Illinois Avenue will be closed Monday, August 3, 2020 through late September, for storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main construction.
Read MoreUPDATE: The closure will now end on Tuesday, July 28, 2020. South 10th Street between Maryland Avenue and Illinois Avenue will be closed Monday, July 20, 2020 through Thursday, July 23, 2020, for storm sewer construction.
Read MoreSouth 8th Street between Oakland Avenue and Union Avenue will be closed Monday, July 20, 2020 through Thursday, July 23, 2020, for private utility construction.
Read MoreTree removal on North 28th Street from Geele Avenue to Main Avenue from approximately 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. starting Monday July 13, 2020 and ending Friday July 17, 2020.
Read MoreThe intersection of Calumet Drive and Geele Avenue will be closed to all traffic beginning on July 6, 2020 for water main replacement in the intersection. The closure is expected to remain in place for 10 days.
Read MoreThe intersection of South Commerce Street and Maryland Avenue will be closed on Tuesday, June 23, 2020, for water main installation.
Read MoreConstruction on Geele Avenue between North 23rd Street and Calumet Drive will begin Wednesday, June 24, 2020.
Read MoreVolunteers from WisCorps will be working on the North Point Bluff Restoration project during the week of June 22, removing invasive and undesirable shrubs and trees
Read MoreNorth 25th Street will be closed from Wednesday, June 17, 2020 until Tuesday, June 23, 2020 during the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for tree removal.
Read MoreConstruction on Superior Avenue, between Taylor Drive and North 29th Street, is scheduled to begin on June 22, 2020. Construction will include storm sewer, sanitary sewer repairs, concrete pavement, sidewalk, street lighting, and updated traffic signals.
Read MoreOn Tuesday, May 19, 2020, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation began construction on the Pennsylvania Avenue Bridge to complete the concrete staining that was not completed last fall. Due to the weather conditions, this work is taking longer than expected.
Read MoreBeginning Wednesday, May 27, 2020 Saemann Avenue will be closed between North 21st Street and North 22nd Street.
Read MoreOn Tuesday, May 19, 2020, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation will begin construction on the Pennsylvania Avenue Bridge to complete the concrete staining that was not completed last fall.
Read MoreOn Wednesday, May 6, 2020 from 5 AM to 4 PM traffic at the intersection of Geele Avenue and Calumet drive will be restricted for storm sewer maintenance.
Read MoreOn Monday, May 4, 2020 construction will begin again on North Avenue. This will require portions of North Avenue to be closed to through traffic. The closures are required to complete the landscaping and tree planting that was not completed last fall.
Read MoreThe City of Sheboygan and the Sheboygan Water Utility decided to delay the upcoming roadway and utility work on Geele Avenue between Calumet Drive and North 23rd Street.
Read MoreA joint decision was made between the City of Sheboygan and HSHS St. Nicholas Hospital to delay the start of the Superior Avenue Road Reconstruction Project.
Read MoreOne lane in each direction of North Taylor Drive between Superior Avenue and Saemann Avenue will be closed starting March 16, 2020.
Read MoreConstruction is scheduled to begin on March 16, 2020. Utility and Street Improvements will occur on the following streets: Illinois Avenue from approximately South 12th Street to South 10th Street, Maryland Avenue from South 11th Street to South Commerce Street, and South 11th Street from Indiana Avenue to Maryland Avenue.
Read MoreThe Department of Public Works is pleased to present these annual reports. Consistent with the department's mission - improving the quality of life by effectively developing, maintaining, and improving the infrastructure, natural resources and providing community services - the department will use these annual reports to communicate the progress and state of the City through the activities accomplished by the Department of Public Works.
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