Robert Bauman

Proposed Deer District, Third Ward Hotels Change Brands

Developer pledges summer construction start on first project.

Neighborhood House to Celebrate New Playground with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Hotel Giants Blast Study Backing New Convention Hotel

Marcus and Jackson Street say a subsidized 650-room project would dilute an already weak market.

$14.1 Million Plan Targets Safer Streets In Walker’s Point, Valley, Westown

TIF funds would pay for repaving, new lighting and bike lanes in three key areas.

Downtown Snack Shop Reopens

Jr's Treats returns with a shortened menu and a promise of 'delicious' additions.

Menomonee Falls Could Get More Milwaukee Water

And Milwaukee will get more cash.

Council Moving To Block ICE From City Property

Third piece of 'ICE Out' package gets key endorsement.

Mayor Signs ‘Sanctuary City’ Resolution, With Key Caveat

Will Trump administration label Milwaukee a 'sanctuary city'?

The Clause in Milwaukee’s ICE Package That Could Trigger ‘Sanctuary City’ Label

Former alderman blasts council's actions.

Statement on Passage of ICE Out Legislation by the Common Council

From Common Council Members: Alderman Alex Brower, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Robert Bauman, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic March 5, 2026

City Will Test Pothole Detection Technology

A boon for personal injury attorneys? Our approach will limit liability, says official.

Council Opposes We Energies Data Center Plan

Ald. Dimitrijevic says proposal could leave ratepayers on the hook for new power plants.

Council adopts legislation in opposition to We Energies’ 75/25 plan

Did Milwaukee Just Make Itself A Sanctuary City?

City Attorney warns of Trump Adm. reaction as council passes 'ICE Out' proposal.

Manufacturer Plans Facility on 27th Street

Big idea, with connection to high-end retailers, would launch in small building.

Milwaukee Could Require Laser Scanning Before Historic Building Demolition

Long simmering idea intended to aid research, restoration.

Cafe With Healthy Options Proposed For Center Street

Proposal calls for renovating vacant, city-owned building.

Convention Center Partner Says Hotel Study Findings Were Fixed

CEO accuses Wisconsin Center District of steering $145,000 study toward one outcome.

Downtown Parking Building’s Collapse Leads to Oversight Plan

Council proposal requires regular structural inspections of parking structures.

Milwaukee May Reduce Cost of Sprinkler Installation, Will It Matter?

City still seeking ways to save lives, improve safety of older apartment buildings.

Milwaukee Loves Peter Feigin

Outgoing Bucks leader, replaced by the team, showered with praise by community, given rare 'key to the city.'

Is Demolishing High Life Theatre A Good Idea? Even Consultant Won’t Say

More questions than answers as 'highest and best use committee' starts its work.

Statement on the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson

From all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman Scott Spiker, and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic February 18, 2026

Council Announces ‘ICE Out Milwaukee’ Plan

Seeking to use 'every single city resource' to oppose possible ICE surge in Milwaukee.

Mayor Sidesteps Another Controversial Historic Designation

Property owner objected to designating East Side properties.

Inside the Police Report on Marty Brooks’ Alleged Pinch of José Pérez

Newly obtained report reveals recorded call, witness statements and why prosecutors closed the sexual assault case without charges.

One of Milwaukee’s Oldest Houses Could Be Moved

Plus: Walker's Point factory coming down.

Property Owner Losing Historic Preservation Battle

Scott Lurie can't convince the city his East Side properties aren't historic.

City Reveals $30 Million Plan For 35th Street Purchase

Proposed redevelopment plan gets plenty of questions from alders.

Milwaukee Finds Young Users For Abandoned Motorcycles

Youth program will use abandoned dirt bikes, motorcycles for training.

Convention Hotel, Theater Demolition Plan Gets Cold Reception

Skepticism about viability, quality of report.

Report Suggests Demolishing Historic Building For Convention Center Hotel

Wisconsin Center District could reshape its campus, attract more events with large hotel.

Will Legal Concerns Kill City’s Pothole-Detection Technology?

Building a database of potholes could be a bad idea, warns alderman.

Council Seeks To Levy Big Fines, Up to $50,000, on Problem Landlords

City has shuttered 11 buildings this winter for dangerous emergency violations.

“Know Your Rights and Resources” Webpage launched

Joint statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II January 22, 2026

Once again, suburbs punt on addressing the social challenges of the region

Statement of Alderman Robert J. Bauman January 15, 2026

Church Is Historic, Commission Rules, Though Developer Objects

Neighbors back designation for unique 1880s church. Will council approve?

Milwaukee Cracks Down on 28,000 Illegal Parkers

Threatening to tow any car whose owner has five or more unpaid tickets.

Milwaukee Common Council Members Condemn ICE-Related Shooting in Minneapolis

Statement from: Common Council President José G. Pérez, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman Scott Spiker, and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic January 7, 2026

Should The City of Milwaukee Shovel Your Sidewalk?

One alderman wants to at least see the option offered.

Milwaukee Paid $10 Million in Policing Settlements in 2025

And tacked on even more for a run-away garbage truck and other issues.

Wisconsin Has Third Highest Hike in Winter Heating Bills

So says new study. Public Service Commission doesn’t know.

Buyer Revealed For Potentially Historic Church

Plus: Who can apply to demolish your house?

Name, Operator Revealed For New Luxury Hotel

New life and amenities for old University Club. But what about the canopy?

Milwaukee Modernism Gains National Awards

But many of city's buildings from that era lack historic protection.

New Plan To Save Building Literally Falling Apart

Real estate investor has made a cottage industry of saving blighted buildings.

Aging TIF Districts Will Fund City’s Affordable Housing Efforts

Expiring TIFs for decades-old redevelopment efforts will end by funding housing.

Milwaukee Mayor’s Power in Decline?

Council grabbing more power, overriding nearly every veto by Mayor Johnson.

City Plan For Marcus Parking Structure Repairs Falling Apart

Financial data is murky. 'More unanswered questions than answers,' says comptroller.

Mayor Declines to Sign Historic Preservation for Arena, Auditorium

Facing unanimous council vote, Johnson punts on the issue.

City Suspends Downtown Nightclub

Several fights, 500 fake IDs and many underage patrons at 'lucrative' bar.

City Reveals New Plan For ‘Landmark’ Downtown Site

After dropping developer, city hoping to find replacement 'in six months.'

Marcus Center Problem Has Been 40 Years in the Making

City being asked to fund repairs to structure it doesn't own.

Council Committee Says Milwaukee Theater, Arena Are Historic

Decision could affect Wisconsin Center District, whose leader fiercely opposed it.

Little-Known Federal Tribal Program Saving Milwaukee Taxpayers Millions

Could it also be used to pay for streetcar expansion?

City Ditches $700 Million Plan, Wants New Developer For Marcus Center Garage

Prior developer encountered financial issues.

What’s In the 44 Footnotes Added to Milwaukee’s Budget?

Record number of footnotes reveal what council members are thinking. And who's the new prolific author?

The effort to unionize continues, and our support for Discovery World workers stands strong

Statement of Milwaukee Common Council Members: Alderman Alex Brower, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, and Alderman Robert J. Bauman

Your Office Is New and Truly Unique

Tons of office memorabilia and jokes, reasonably-priced drinks and food.

Luxury Tower Developer Hit With Liens, Nonpayment Claims

The tower crane is gone, and $14 million in legal challenges are coming.

Key Streetcar Opponent Opposes Effort to Shut It Down

‘It’s now a $250 million city asset. You don’t throw that away.’

Council Marks Up Mayor’s 2026 Budget, Adds Services, Pay Raises

Proposal now subject to Cavalier Johnson's veto pen.

Common Council Thanks Governor Evers for Decisive Action to Secure FoodShare Benefits

Joint Statement from Common Council members: President José G. Pérez, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II November 7, 2025

Historic Designations For Milwaukee Auditorium, Arena Is Strategic Move

Aiming to slow redevelopment? It's all about 'transparency' says Ald. Bob Bauman.

City Closes ELMNT Lounge

After 7 years in business Common Council revoke its license, but club plans court challenge.

Alderman Robert Bauman statement regarding the Historic Preservation Commission’s recommendation to designate the Milwaukee Arena and Miller High Life Theater as Historic Sites

Designation will ensure full transparency and require public input regarding future development proposed for the sites

Huge Tower Crane Removed From Neutral Edison Site

'Temporary pause' to 31-story, mass-timber tower project may last longer.

Milwaukee Aims To Build ‘Missing Middle’ Housing in 2026

But alderman is skeptical of timing and wants to reduce funding.

A Call to Action: Safeguarding Our Children’s Futures from Hunger’s Devastating Grasp

Statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman Scott Spiker, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II October 29, 2025

Alderman, State Allies Seek Federal Help to Kill the Streetcar

Ald. Spiker makes a federal case out of stopping The Hop.

Committee Recommends Closing ELMNT Lounge

Milwaukee Common Council will take a final vote next month.

One Alderman’s Quest To Defund The Streetcar

Ald. Scott Spiker wants city to hop off The Hop.

After Finance Committee Budget Debate, Alders Burgelis & Bauman Highlight Facts: The Streetcar Strengthens Downtown and Reduces Tax Burden on Neighborhoods

Milwaukee Changing How It Deals With Habitual Parking Offenders

Those with five or more tickets will receive new treatment from the city.

Compromise Sought on Bay View Historic District

Initial proposer shifts to opposition.

What’s The Story With The Halted High Rise?

Commissioner hints DCD could subsidize it. Area alderman believes it's dead. Marcus Center caught in middle.

Brewers take on the Cubs in what is so much more than ‘The I-94 Series’

Statement from members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic October 3, 2025

Milwaukee Again Exploring Third Drop-Off Center

But will it be able to find a location?

Council Will Debate New Plan To Sell Parking Structure

Alderman introduces proposal following construction stalling on neighboring tower.

Police Ask Council To Close Downtown Nightclub

Formal revocation filing triggers high-stakes hearing.

Common Council to Prioritize Neighborhood Needs in 2026 Budget

Discovery World workers have our support

September 19, 2025 - Statement from Milwaukee Common Council Members: Alderman Alex Brower, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Robert J. Bauman

Is City Prepared For National Avenue Disruption?

Multi-year reconstruction project could hurt businesses. What's the strategy?

Despite Its Passage, ‘Growing MKE’ Still Not A Done Deal

Tensions reemerge as zoning changes proposed. 'That's how a frog is boiled.'

Property Owners Divided Over West Side Historic District

James Dieter's proposal will either save the neighborhood or destroy it.

Milwaukee’s Largest Neon Sign Will Be Replaced

But not without objection from some preservation experts.

Bay View Historic District Faces Pivotal Vote

The homes are unique, the history notable, but alders are lukewarm.

Best Place at the Pabst Honored With Prestigious Historic Preservation Grant

Downtown Dog Park Opens

23,000-square-foot park is first of its kind, part of larger riverwalk redevelopment.

Community bands together to start recovery from historic flooding

Joint Statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II August 11, 2025

Contribution to Cavalier Johnson of $250