Greenfield and West Allis Health Departments Merge to Form Southwest Suburban Health Department

The merger between the Greenfield Health Department and West Allis Health Department is set to create a new Southwest Suburban Health Department. This move aims to unify public health services for the communities of West Allis and Greenfield. Both cities’ common councils have approved the merger, resulting in a single entity that will provide more efficient and comprehensive services.

The new Southwest Suburban Health Department will operate under an intergovernmental agreement for a five-year term, with a joint board of health overseeing its operations. Funding for the department will come from both cities as well as state health grants. The goal is to deliver a more strategic and effective approach to meeting the needs of residents in these communities.

Mayor Dan Devine of West Allis emphasized the long-standing collaboration between the two departments, highlighting the benefits of formalizing their mutual approach through the creation of the Southwest Suburban Health Department. Mayor Michael Neitzke of Greenfield echoed these sentiments, stating that this merger will enable a more streamlined and focused delivery of community and environmental health services to all residents.