MMSD’s Smart Water Future | Milwaukee News

Former alderman Michael Murphy makes the case that Milwaukee’s water future is bright, thanks to decades of smart, forward-thinking leadership at MMSD. He credits Executive Director Kevin Shafer for steering the agency from concrete-heavy solutions to innovative green infrastructure, including the landmark Greenseams program that’s preserved thousands of acres of floodplains. Real-world results? Flood protection systems along key rivers have saved homes and businesses from millions in damage — a stark contrast to the 1997 flood that devastated his district. Murphy applauds MMSD’s early embrace of “capture rain where it falls” strategies, calling them both fiscally smart and beautifying. He also defends the agency’s 20-year partnership with a private operator, which saved ratepayers millions and freed staff to focus on big-picture goals — even amid recent scrutiny. As MMSD prepares to bid on its next contract, Murphy urges decision-makers to look past the noise and focus on proven success: Milwaukee’s water system is ready to keep moving forward. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2393d59dbfbb169e