Milwaukee Hosts Vision Zero Summit for Safer Streets

Community leaders, transportation experts, and residents to gather for free event focused on eliminating traffic deaths by 2037

Apr. 13, 2026 at 3:37pm

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An abstract, impressionistic photograph in soft, warm tones depicting the blurred silhouettes of people walking, biking, and driving on a city street, conveying the energy and movement of urban mobility.The Vision Zero Summit will bring Milwaukee's diverse community together to advance innovative solutions for eliminating traffic deaths and serious injuries.Today in Milwaukee

Milwaukee will host a free Vision Zero Summit on June 10, 2026, bringing together community leaders, transportation professionals, advocates, and residents to advance the city's commitment to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2037. The summit will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, walking tours, and interactive workshops highlighting proven strategies and innovative solutions for creating safer, more equitable mobility for all road users.

Why it matters

Milwaukee has made progress in reducing traffic fatalities, but the city recognizes significantly more work is needed to achieve its Vision Zero goal. The summit aims to build momentum by accelerating implementation of the city's Vision Zero Action Plan and fostering deeper collaboration across sectors to address policy, infrastructure, technology, education, and community-led initiatives.

The details

The Vision Zero Summit will open with remarks from Mayor Cavalier Johnson, who will highlight the city's commitment to safer streets. Attendees will participate in programming focused on comprehensive approaches to traffic safety, centering the needs and experiences of all road users including pedestrians, cyclists, transit riders, and drivers. Keynote speakers include Anna Ziverts, author of 'When Driving is Not an Option,' and Jonathan Stalls, author of 'WALK,' who will bring national perspectives on inclusive mobility and pedestrian dignity.

  • The Vision Zero Summit will take place on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
  • Milwaukee has seen a 19% decline in traffic fatalities in the last full year.

The players

Mayor Cavalier Johnson

The mayor of Milwaukee who will provide opening remarks at the Vision Zero Summit highlighting the city's commitment to safer streets.

Anna Ziverts

The author of 'When Driving is Not an Option' who will be a keynote speaker at the Vision Zero Summit, bringing a unique perspective on the experiences of non-drivers and the need for more inclusive transportation.

Jonathan Stalls

The author of 'WALK' who will be a keynote speaker at the Vision Zero Summit, focusing on increasing pedestrian dignity and safety.

Jessica Wineberg

The City of Milwaukee Vision Zero Policy Director who encourages all community members to attend the summit and help shape a future of safer, more equitable mobility.

City of Milwaukee

The city that unanimously adopted Vision Zero as a policy in 2022 and is hosting the Vision Zero Summit to advance its goal of zero traffic deaths or life-changing injuries by 2037.

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What they’re saying

“In the last full year, Milwaukee saw a 19% decline in people killed by traffic crashes. We're headed in the right direction, yet it is clear significantly more work must be done.”

— Mayor Cavalier Johnson

“This Summit is not just for City officials, planners, engineers and nonprofit leaders. We encourage all community members to attend and help shape a future in which every Milwaukeean can move safely and freely, regardless of where they live or how they travel.”

— Jessica Wineberg, City of Milwaukee Vision Zero Policy Director

What’s next

The Vision Zero Summit on June 10, 2026 will serve as a call to action, inviting anyone invested in safer, more equitable mobility to participate and contribute their perspectives and solutions.

The takeaway

The Vision Zero Summit represents Milwaukee's commitment to addressing traffic safety comprehensively, going beyond infrastructure to engage the entire community in creating a future where everyone can move safely and freely, regardless of how they travel. By bringing together diverse stakeholders, the city aims to accelerate progress toward its goal of zero traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2037.