Road closures announced ahead of Republican debate in Milwaukee
Posted: Aug 21, 2023 9:27 PM CST
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee Police Department has released a list of road closures and regulations that will be in effect as Milwaukee hosts the first GOP presidential primary debate at Fiserv Forum Wednesday, Aug. 23.
Officials say the closures and no parking-tow away zones will be in effect beginning at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the following streets, for both sides of the roadway:
- N. 6th Street from W. McKinley Avenue to W. State Street
- W. Juneau Street from N. 6th Street to N. MLK Drive
- N. 5th Street from W. McKinley Avenue to W. Juneau Street
- N. Vel R. Phillips from W. McKinley Avenue to W. Juneau Street
- N. Vel R. Phillips to N. MLK Drive (W. Highland Avenue)
Those attending the debate will be required to go through a screening point to park at the following locations:
- Parking structure on N. 5th Street / W. McKinley Street
- Parking for business on N. Vel Phillips / W. State Street and N. MLK Drive / W. Highland Avenue
Police say road closures are subject to change. Anyone attending the event or traveling in the area should anticipate additional travel time or use an alternative route to avoid traffic congestion.
