Southwest Suburban Health Department Merger Promises Improved Health and Well-Being in Greenfield and West Allis

The joint health departments of Greenfield and West Allis have announced their merger to form the Southwest Suburban Health Department. This new department will serve both cities for a term of five years, with funding provided mutually by the two cities and grants from the State of Wisconsin Department of Health and Social Services.

According to Dan Devine, mayor of West Allis, the merger will allow for a more strategic and effective approach to serving the communities of both cities. By combining resources, the new department will be able to provide more robust services to the public, including improved efficiency and communication.

The Southwest Suburban Health Department will focus on improving the health and well-being of residents through education, disease prevention, and promoting diversity, connection, and partnership. Michael Neitzke, mayor of Greenfield, expressed his excitement for the introduction of the new department and emphasized that the merger will streamline the delivery of health services to all residents.