News Releases

Waukesha County Board Chair and Acting County Executive Jim Heinrich announced today the nomination of Thomas Farley to serve as Interim Waukesha County Executive. Farley retired in 2016 after a distinguished 31-year career with Waukesha County, serving 25 of those years as Corporation Counsel, the county’s lead attorney. 

The Honorable Michael P. Maxwell has been appointed Presiding Judge of the Waukesha County Circuit Court, a leadership role that will assist in overseeing the administration and operation of one of
Wisconsin's busiest circuit court systems.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and Waukesha County are informing drivers of a temporary traffic pattern change at the intersection of County ES and Edgewood Avenue beginning the week of July 13, 2026.

It is with great sadness that we share Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow has lost his battle with cancer. Farrow, 61, fought bravely and with a smile since being diagnosed in 2024 with mucinous adenocarcinoma, a rare type of cancer. Throughout his journey, Paul chose to publicly document his treatment to help others battling cancer. His family, friends and staff all stood by his side along the way hoping for a better outcome.

Waukesha County residents who experienced damage from the storms and flooding between April 13 and April 23 are now eligible to apply for FEMA financial assistance.

As County Clerk, Georgia Maxwell will serve residents by helping to oversee key public functions, such as countywide election cycles and supporting transparent, efficient county government operations. 

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

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.

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.