Alderman Bill Siel 2nd District Kenosha

10/02/2025

A full house was on hand to join Governor Tony Evers and Mayor David Bogdala as they marked the opening of the Kenosha Innovation Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday afternoon. I’m pleased to add that I’ve supported this project that will provide opportunities for innovators, startups and community partners on the site of Kenosha’s once sprawling AMC then later, Chrysler auto factory complex.

08/30/2025

Saturday’s Classic Cruise-In delivered beautiful cars and thankfully, perfect weather!

08/24/2025

It was an honor to serve on the planning committee for Sunday’s Centennial Celebration of our county’s historic courthouse. And it was a beautiful day!

05/31/2025

Sarah Ratliff paints a “portrait” of the Gilbert Simmons Library during a 125th anniversary ceremony held Friday afternoon in Library Park. Kenosha industrialist and philanthropist Zalmon Simmons commissioned world-renowned architect Daniel Burnham to design the library, named after Simmons’ deceased son. The structure was bequeathed to the city, so long as the city created funding needed to administrate the library.

07/28/2024

This Tuesday will be a great opportunity to listen to local talent telling a compelling local story - Toward Justice.

I hope to see you there!

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06/24/2024

Now that the tree planters have been removed, planting of new maple cultivars is underway. Here is the list and quantity of maple trees that will beautify the downtown district.

7 Autumn Blaze Maple
6 Celebration Maple
6 Autumn Fantasy Maple
6 Marmo Maple
6 Sienna Glen Maple
6 Redpointe Maple
6 Emerald Lustre Maple

These trees have confined growth limitations under the sidewalks and have been selected for their upward, not outward, growth potential.

06/14/2024

New trees downtown to replace tree planters

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 14, 2024

For further information contact:
Department of Parks
T: 262.653.4080
Email: [email protected]

KENOSHA – The City of Kenosha Department of Parks and Public Works will be replacing the tree planters along 6th Avenue and 58th Street with trees planted in designated grates.

“This initiative aims to enhance the aesthetic appeal and functionality of our city's streetscaping,” said Director of Parks Katie Elder. “We kindly ask for the cooperation of all residents and visitors during this project. Your understanding and support are greatly appreciated as we work to improve our community's green infrastructure.”

The project will take place on Sixth Avenue from 55th Street to 59th Street; on Sixth Avenue A from 59th Street to Seventh Avenue; and on 58th Street from 7th Avenue to 5th Avenue.

The removal schedule for the tree planters, and parking restrictions are as follows:
Monday, June 17th: Removal of all planters from the west side of Sixth Avenue.
No Parking from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tuesday, June 18th: Removal of all planters from the east side of Sixth Avenue.
No Parking from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Thursday, June 20th: Removal of all planters along 58th Street.
No Parking from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.

New maple trees will be planted during the week of June 24th. Additional information will be released for planting schedules and parking restrictions. For more information, please contact the City of Kenosha Department of Parks.

04/15/2023

Leif Peterson speaks to a large gathering that honored his retirement as Executive Director of Grace Welcome Center Saturday at Grace Lutheran Church.
At the foot of the podium is the 12-cup coffee maker from which the popular food pantry began six years ago with four volunteers and 12 guests.
Grace Welcome Center serves 16,000 different guests each year.
Following the service, interim executive director Denise Russell shares an embrace with Peterson and Grace Lutheran Rev. Jonathan Barker, a co-founder of Grace Welcome Center.

02/11/2023

Some hardy souls are staying warm and ready to accept non-perishable food or winter clothing donations Friday night at Grace Lutheran Church, 2006 60th St.

The third annual Freezin’ for a Reason fund raiser for the Grace Welcome Center will continue non-stop until 4 p.m. Saturday, so please stop by!

11/07/2022

Dawn Sherwood waits on many customers following Sunday’s ribbon cutting ceremony at Sherwood Forest Meat Market, 5537 6th Ave. in downtown Kenosha.

The store features beef, pork, lamb, chicken, rabbit, pheasant, quail, turkey and duck raised with no hormones or antibiotics on her family’s farm in Caledonia.

This store is a welcome addition to our downtown business district.

06/30/2022

The August 9 primary election is fast approaching.

A referendum item authorizing the hiring of 10 police officers and 6 firemen will be included on the ballot.

There will be an informational meeting in the Civil War Museum's Freedom Hall at 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 7.

City Administration as well as KPD and KFD leadership members will be on hand to answer your questions.

I hope to see you there.

06/19/2022

Congratulations to Alvin Owens for organizing Saturday’s Juneteenth Celebration held in the 2nd District.

His 2nd Annual event attracted a great crowd, food and merchandise vendors from near and far including Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers.