Gov. Evers Proclaims April 14 as ‘Milwaukee Day’ throughout Wisconsin
“As the home to some of our state's favorite teams and businesses, Milwaukee continues to be not only a cultural hub but an economic driving force in Wisconsin.”
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today proclaimed Sun., April 14, 2019, as ‘Milwaukee Day’ throughout the state of Wisconsin, an ode to the city’s 414 area code. To celebrate, Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, a Milwaukee native, presented awards today to some of his favorite businesses and organizations located in the city.
In the proclamation, Gov. Evers notes Milwaukee as a thriving cultural hub in Wisconsin and encourages the entire state to recognize Milwaukee’s heritage, culture, and traditions.
“Today, we celebrate our state’s largest city and their unique history of brewing, food, music, community, and culture,” Gov. Evers said. “As the home to some of our state’s favorite teams and businesses, Milwaukee continues to be not only a cultural hub but an economic driving force in Wisconsin.”
“Milwaukee is the city that raised me and welcomed my family when my grandparents moved here after World War II,” Lt. Gov. Barnes said. “It’s only appropriate to celebrate our city with our businesses, our organizations and our community members who make Milwaukee such a special place.”
View the proclamation here.
Office of the Governor
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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A governor that recognizes the importance of Milwaukee to the well being of the entire state of Wisconsin. What a refreshing idea.