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County crews will begin work June 8, 2026 across Pewaukee, Waukesha and the Town of Brookfield to make necessary road improvements.

Governor Tony Evers has proclaimed May 2026 to be Aging, Disability, and Independent Living Network Professionals Appreciation Month in Wisconsin!

At the 2026 Wisconsin Public Health Association Conference, Waukesha County Public Health's Frances Thomas and Courtney Nathan, MPH, presented The Community Health Strategist Era: A Next-Generation Approach to Partnership, highlighting how public health has evolved from primarily providing services to helping convene, align, and mobilize community partners around shared goals.

Celebrated every May, Older Americans Month (OAM) is led by the Administration for Community Living (ACL). Established in 1963, OAM is a time to recognize older Americans' contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm commitments to serving older adults in our communities.

This year’s theme, “Champion Your Health,” focuses on prevention, wellness, and personal responsibility as cornerstones of healthy aging. It encourages older adults to take an active role in their health — advocating for themselves, accessing preventive care, and making informed decisions that support independence.

At the Community Health Partner Summit, nearly 250 partners across sectors shared insights that were captured in a collaborative community map. This visual reflects both our strengths and areas for growth and helps bring context to the data we collect. Elements shown in gray highlight areas for growth, while the colored sections represent community strengths and assets. Incorporating these perspectives alongside traditional data provides a richer understanding and strengthens our advocacy for the community’s needs. Together, these efforts ensure we are grounding our next CHIP in both data and lived experience.

CHIP Insights Newsletter April 2026

Waukesha County Clerk Meg Wartman has lost her battle with cancer. In January, Wartman made the difficult decision to retire mid-term following a 2024 diagnosis of colorectal cancer.

Waukesha County continued its coordinated response and damage assessment efforts today following multiple rounds of severe storms that moved through the county on the evening of Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

All County parks remain open, though some have areas of flooding and downed trees. Conditions may vary.

Every few years, Waukesha County Public Health invites residents to take part in the Community Health Survey, an important opportunity for people who live in Waukesha County (18+) to share their experiences, concerns, and priorities.

Waukesha County Board Chairman Jim Heinrich has announced the appointment of Georgia Maxwell as the next Waukesha County Clerk, following the retirement of Meg Wartman.