Milwaukee, WI —In response to the devastating flooding that has impacted families and neighborhoods across Milwaukee, State Representative Russell Goodwin is calling for immediate and proactive emergency action to address aging infrastructure and prevent future disasters.
“We must be proactive. We can no longer wait on the next storm to expose the same failures in our infrastructure,” said Rep. Goodwin. “This requires a proactive emergency response, not a reactive one. The time to act is now.”
Despite the scale of previous damage, far too many families were left without the support they needed to fully recover. Homes were damaged, businesses were disrupted, and in some cases, sewage entered residential areas—posing serious public health and safety concerns.
“My heart goes out to every family impacted by these storms,” Goodwin said. “No one should have to choose between rebuilding their home and staying financially afloat.”
Rep. Goodwin is calling for emergency tax relief for families impacted by these storms, ensuring residents have the support they need to recover without being pushed further into financial hardship.
“This is not just about weather,” Goodwin continued. “This is about public safety, infrastructure, and our responsibility to protect the people we serve.”
Rep. Goodwin is urging a comprehensive approach that includes:
- Immediate state investment in flood recovery and infrastructure repair
- Emergency tax relief for impacted families
- Modernization of Milwaukee’s outdated sewer systems
- Updated stormwater standards for new construction and development
- Expansion of green infrastructure solutions to reduce runoff
- Targeted support for neighborhoods most impacted
“Milwaukee families should not have to relive this cycle year after year,” said Goodwin. “We have the resources. We have the data. What we need now is the urgency and leadership to act.”
Rep. Goodwin reaffirmed his commitment to working across the aisle with local and state leaders to deliver meaningful, long-term solutions that protect residents and strengthen communities.
“We cannot afford to wait for another crisis to do what should have already been done.”
State Representative Russell Goodwin
District 12
Office of Representative Russell Goodwin
12th Assembly District
8 North, State Capitol
O: (608) 237-9112
