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Tom Barrett

Tom Barrett is the mayor of Milwaukee.

The Chatter: The Barrett-Walker ‘Hood

May 22nd, 2012 | By | Category: Feature, Jeff Scrima, Scott Walker, The Chatter, Tom Barrett, Waukesha, Wauwatosa

The candidates are worlds apart politically — but practically neighbors.



The Chatter: Will Abele Run for Mayor?

May 15th, 2012 | By | Category: Chris Abele, City of Milwaukee, Dave Cullen, Feature, Scott Walker, Spencer Coggs, The Chatter, Tom Barrett

That’s one way to consolidate city and county government, by grabbing both executive positions.



Milwaukee Streetcar Meeting This Thursday

Oct 5th, 2009 | By | Category: Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee Streetcar, Tom Barrett

Don’t forget that this Thursday is the open house for the Milwaukee Connector Downtown Streetcar plan. The open house runs from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Zeidler Municipal Building on the corner of Kilbourn Ave and Broadway. There will be short presentations at 3:30 and 6, come and leave a comment on the proposed system.



Milwaukee Streetcar Routes Unveiled by Mayor Barrett

Sep 21st, 2009 | By | Category: Brady Street, Downtown, East Town, Historic Third Ward, Milwaukee Streetcar, Tom Barrett, Transportation, Westown

On Friday, Mayor Barrett unveiled three streetcar routes under study to the attendees of UEDA’s Community Development Summit.

The Mayor walked through the three possible routes and numerous possible future extensions. He broke down how successful systems in cities such as Seattle, Portland, and Tacoma have started with routes similar in length to the proposed for the Milwaukee Streetcar system (2 to 3 miles).



Doyle’s Decision Could Send Ripples Through Milwaukee’s Political Landscape

Aug 19th, 2009 | By | Category: Government, Jim Doyle, Jon Richards, Michael D'Amato, Neighborhoods, Robert Bauman, Scott Walker, Tom Barrett, Willie Hines

Governor Doyle’s announcement that he will not be seeking a third term could send ripples through Milwaukee’s political landscape. The most commonly mentioned named Democratic Party members that may run for Governor include, U.S. Rep. Ron Kind, State Sen. Jon Erpenbach, Lt. Gov. Barbara Lawton, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, and Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk.



Talgo Location Choice a No-Brainer – Milwaukee

Jul 30th, 2009 | By | Category: Jeff Plale, Jim Doyle, Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Tom Barrett

Talgo, the train manufacturer that is poised to open a plant in Wisconsin, has a really simple choice to make when it comes to where to locate. Currently the company is debating between Janesville and Milwaukee.



Expect The Hoan Bridge Debate To Heat Up

Jun 24th, 2009 | By | Category: Bay View, Hoan Bridge, Interstate 794, Jim Doyle, Robert Bauman, Tom Barrett, Willie Hines, WisDOT

Like the temperature outside, the Hoan Bridge reconstruction debate will heat up over the next few weeks. Alderman Robert Bauman, who represents downtown Milwaukee and the north end of the bridge, recently issued a press release that details how the city will likely position itself on the issue with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).



KRM and RTA Update

Jun 18th, 2009 | By | Category: Downtown, Jim Doyle, KRM Commuter Rail, MCTS, Milwaukee Intermodal Station, SERTA, Tom Barrett

The Wisconsin state budget is now at a point where it will go to a conference committee after the Senate approved their version of the budget yesterday. The conference committee will reconcile the difference between the Assembly and Senate versions, and send the budget off to Governor Doyle. Doyle will then use his line-item veto power on certain language he doesn’t like, and Wisconsin have a budget.



Milwaukee Streetcar Round-Up

Apr 19th, 2009 | By | Category: Downtown, Milwaukee Streetcar, Scott Walker, SERTA, Tom Barrett

The Milwaukee circulator streetcar is moving forward, but there is still confusion in the mind of many. We’ve covered the issue in the past, but this article attempts to bring everything together in one place, the history, the frequently asked questions, and the proposed route.



Vote For Your Favorite Milwaukee Streetcar Route

Mar 25th, 2009 | By | Category: Downtown, Milwaukee Intermodal Station, Milwaukee Streetcar, Tom Barrett

The submissions are in, and it’s time to pick your favorite.