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Public Works committee says theft and contractor staffing slowed street‑lighting upgrades in Rufus King area
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The Public Works Committee heard that theft of wiring and contractor staffing problems have delayed circuit replacement and street‑lighting work in Rufus King and nearby neighborhoods; officials said crews expect to complete the work within two to three months and urged residents to report incidents to 911.
The Milwaukee Common Council Public Works Committee heard detailed updates Thursday about delays to a circuit replacement and street‑lighting project that has left blocks in the Rufus King neighborhood without reliable lighting.
Chairwoman Nulele A. Cox opened the discussion after neighborhood leaders raised concerns about extended outages and visible construction. Kevin Muse, city engineer, told the committee the contractor has faced staffing problems and that “some conduit, the plastic pipe, was damaged and removed” during theft incidents, forcing a roughly three‑week pause while materials are replaced.
Paul Keltner, construction management…
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