County Executive David Crowley

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Milwaukee County Awarded Federal Funding for Additional Housing Services
Starting Next Year, New Milwaukee County Employees to Enroll in Wisconsin Retirement System
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Starting Next Year, New Milwaukee County Employees to Enroll in Wisconsin Retirement System

Wisconsin Act 12 enabled this milestone for Milwaukee County that will save taxpayer dollars

County Executive David Crowley Earns Bachelor’s Degree, Delivers Commencement Address at UW-Milwaukee
Milwaukee County Celebrates Grand Opening of New Employee Health Clinics
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Milwaukee County Celebrates Grand Opening of New Employee Health Clinics

Three new federally-funded clinics will provide easy-to-access health services for Milwaukee County employees

Milwaukee County EMS Administers First Whole Blood Transfusion in the Field
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Milwaukee County EMS Administers First Whole Blood Transfusion in the Field

Wauwatosa Fire Department saves life as a result of newly implemented, County-led initiative

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Invites Residents to Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces $3 Million Affordable Housing Investment in South Milwaukee
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces $3 Million Affordable Housing Investment in South Milwaukee

New affordable housing units will target low-income families and veterans

County Executive Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson Approve 2025 County Budget
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County Executive Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson Approve 2025 County Budget

The 2025 Adopted Budget continues track record of fiscal responsibility and sound decision making

Milwaukee County Announces New, Innovative Emergency Medical Services Initiative
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Milwaukee County Announces New, Innovative Emergency Medical Services Initiative

Prehospital whole blood transfusions will have lifesaving results

County Executive David Crowley Statement on the Passing of Alderman Jonathan Brostoff
Milwaukee County Launches National Gun Violence Prevention Program
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Milwaukee County Launches National Gun Violence Prevention Program

Two million dollars in Department of Justice grant funding will sustain the ‘Advance Peace’ program for three years

Milwaukee County To Receive Funding To Address Homelessness and Incarceration
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Milwaukee County To Receive Funding To Address Homelessness and Incarceration

Milwaukee County is one of six new cities and counties that will receive funding to provide housing for justice-involved people

Starting Today, County Executive David Crowley Encourages Eligible Residents to Vote Early
County Executive David Crowley Statement on Contractor Incident at Milwaukee County Courthouse
County Executive David Crowley Approves Over $4 Million in Affordable Housing Investments to Expand Access for Residents and Families
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Named Public Official of the Year by Governing Magazine
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Named Public Official of the Year by Governing Magazine

Governing’s recognition is awarded to local officials who are delivering positive results for the people they serve

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Presents 2025 Recommended Budget to Milwaukee County Board
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Presents 2025 Recommended Budget to Milwaukee County Board

County Executive Crowley’s budget continues track record of fiscal responsibility and sound decision making

Milwaukee County Hosting Workshops for Community to Share Input on Street Safety Improvements
Milwaukee County Board Approves Crowley Proposal to Balance 2024 Budget Without Additional Costs for Taxpayers
Crowley Proposal to Balance 2024 Milwaukee County Budget Passes Finance Committee
Milwaukee County Hosting Workshops for Community to Share Input on Street Safety Improvements
Milwaukee County Awarded Nearly $29 Million for Road Improvements and New Buses
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Milwaukee County Awarded Nearly $29 Million for Road Improvements and New Buses

Federal funding received by Milwaukee County comes from the Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Selected for Early Childhood Education Fellowship Program
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Recognizes September as Suicide Prevention Month
Milwaukee County Pursuing Federal Funding to Advance Economic Development Project at Mitchell International Airport
County Executive David Crowley Approves Legislation Combatting Reckless Driving and Fatal Crashes
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County Executive David Crowley Approves Legislation Combatting Reckless Driving and Fatal Crashes

Milwaukee County’s Vision Zero policy commits to a goal of eliminating fatal and serious injury crashes by 2037

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Appointed to Governor’s Council on Workforce Investment
Milwaukee County Credible Messengers Program Delivers Results in Supporting Youth and Enhancing Public Safety
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Placement of Eight Additional Harm Reduction Vending Machines
Milwaukee County Releases 2024 Annual Report on American Rescue Plan Act Projects
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Milwaukee County Releases 2024 Annual Report on American Rescue Plan Act Projects

The annual report highlights progress and impacts to date of ARPA-funded initiatives

County Executive David Crowley Announces $67 Million Eliminated in Birth Costs to Support Fathers
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County Executive David Crowley Announces $67 Million Eliminated in Birth Costs to Support Fathers

Research conducted by the UW-Madison Institute for Research on Poverty supports ending birth cost recovery

County Executive David Crowley Announces 2024 Budget Town Halls
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County Executive David Crowley Announces 2024 Budget Town Halls

Town halls provide opportunity for public input in the upcoming budget process

County Executive David Crowley Announces 2024 Budget Town Halls
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County Executive David Crowley Announces 2024 Budget Town Halls

Town halls provide opportunity for public input in the upcoming budget process

Scott Brown Unanimously Appointed Milwaukee County’s New Corporation Counsel
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Scott Brown Unanimously Appointed Milwaukee County’s New Corporation Counsel

Brown to provide legal guidance and leadership for Milwaukee County elected officials and departments

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Recognizes 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Milwaukee County and Waukesha County Unveil Enhanced Emergency Communication System to Promote Public Safety
Milwaukee County Updates Website Providing Public Information for Residents During Republican National Convention
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Milwaukee County Updates Website Providing Public Information for Residents During Republican National Convention

Residents are encouraged to visit county.milwaukee.gov/RNC2024 to stay informed about Milwaukee County operational impacts during the RNC

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on the Passing of Racine County Executive Jonathan Delagrave
Milwaukee County Unveils New Website to Provide Operational Updates for Residents During RNC
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Milwaukee County Unveils New Website to Provide Operational Updates for Residents During RNC

Residents are encouraged to visit county.milwaukee.gov/RNC2024 to stay informed about Milwaukee County operational impacts during RNC

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Signs Bill Adding 27 New Positions to ADRC to Better Serve Older Adults and People with Disabilities
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on the Passing of Marquette President Dr. Michael Lovell
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Proposed Audit of Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee County Honored with Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 2024
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Milwaukee County Honored with Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 2024

This award is the highest recognition in governmental budgeting

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee County Releases 2023 Annual Report on Efforts to Combat Opioid Epidemic
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Milwaukee County Releases 2023 Annual Report on Efforts to Combat Opioid Epidemic

The annual report highlights opioid settlement funded initiatives and long-term strategy plans

County Executive David Crowley Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month
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County Executive David Crowley Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month

Milwaukee County is working to expand behavioral health services and address mental health challenges

County Executive David Crowley Announces Grant Funding for Early Childhood and Family Support Programs
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County Executive David Crowley Announces Grant Funding for Early Childhood and Family Support Programs

Six new projects will help children thrive and provide families with tools to enhance learning

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Reflects on First Term Successes
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Reflects on First Term Successes

During his first term, County Executive Crowley delivered investments, initiatives, and policies to advance racial equity in Milwaukee County

Milwaukee County Opens Crisis Stabilization Houses to Expand Mental Health Services
County Executive David Crowley Successfully Advocates for New Federal Funding in Milwaukee County
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County Executive David Crowley Successfully Advocates for New Federal Funding in Milwaukee County

President Biden signs federal appropriations legislation that will deploy investments in Milwaukee County for affordable housing, transit, and parks

County Executive David Crowley and Milwaukee Area Safe Streets Taskforce Release New Motor Vehicle Collision Dashboard
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County Executive David Crowley and Milwaukee Area Safe Streets Taskforce Release New Motor Vehicle Collision Dashboard

Public dashboard displays data on where, when, and why motor vehicle collisions are occurring in Milwaukee County

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Signs Legislation Approving $1 Million for Affordable and Emergency Housing
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Signs Legislation Approving $1 Million for Affordable and Emergency Housing

This will be the first project in the State of Wisconsin to merge crisis beds with permanent affordable-rate housing

During American Heart Month, County Milwaukee County Releases Educational CPR Video
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During American Heart Month, County Milwaukee County Releases Educational CPR Video

Executive Crowley Shares Importance of CPR Education and Bystander Intervention

Milwaukee County Announces New Senior Home Repair Program
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Milwaukee County Announces New Senior Home Repair Program

Workshops will be held in February to provide information about the program to older adults in Milwaukee County

Milwaukee County Recruiting Businesses and Organizations to Host Additional ‘Harm Reduction Vending Machines’ to Combat Death from Overdose
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Milwaukee County Recruiting Businesses and Organizations to Host Additional ‘Harm Reduction Vending Machines’ to Combat Death from Overdose

VISIT Milwaukee encourages hospitality businesses to consider hosting a machine

County Executive David Crowley Extends ‘Snow Emergency’ Declaration
County Executive David Crowley Declares ‘Snow Emergency’ for Friday, January 12
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley’s Statement on the Passing of U.S. Senator Herb Kohl
Op Ed: A Historic Year in Milwaukee County
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A Historic Year in Milwaukee County

A host of changes bodes well for Milwaukee's future, says county exec David Crowley.

County Executive David Crowley Announces the Return of In-Person Visits at Community Reintegration Center
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County Executive David Crowley Announces the Return of In-Person Visits at Community Reintegration Center

Reversing a decade-long ban, Crowley’s evidence-based action is aimed at reducing recidivism and creating better post-release outcomes of incarcerated individuals

Milwaukee County Awarded $1.8 Million in Federal Funding to Expand Affordable Housing Options for Residents and Families
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Approves 2024 Adopted Budget
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Approves 2024 Adopted Budget

Crowley signs the budget as passed by the County Board of Supervisors to enhance services and invest in Milwaukee County

County Executive David Crowley’s Statement on Bipartisan Bill to Keep Brewers in Milwaukee
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Appoints Sumaiyah Clark as Chief Equity Officer
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley’s Statement on the Passing of Bishop Sedgwick Daniels
Milwaukee County Adopted 2024 Budget Discontinues Birth Cost Recovery for Fathers
County Executive David Crowley’s Statement on 2024 Adopted Budget
Starting Today, Milwaukee County Landmarks will be Lit Green in Support of “Operation Green Light for Veterans”
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Starting Today, Milwaukee County Landmarks will be Lit Green in Support of “Operation Green Light for Veterans”

Milwaukee County is participating in the National Association of Counties initiative by encouraging businesses and residents to shine a green light in honor of veterans

Move Forward MKE Coalition Honored by Wisconsin Policy Forum for Securing Local Revenue Reform to Avert Fiscal Cliff
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Move Forward MKE Coalition Honored by Wisconsin Policy Forum for Securing Local Revenue Reform to Avert Fiscal Cliff

Milwaukee County, City of Milwaukee, Greater Milwaukee Committee, and Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce recognized for public-private sector partnership and cooperation

County Executive David Crowley’s Statement on the Brewers Legislation
Milwaukee County to Host Climate Planning Webinar
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Milwaukee County to Host Climate Planning Webinar

Residents can help shape the County's plan to achieve carbon neutrality.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on IndyCar Racing Coming to Milwaukee
County Executive Crowley on Brewers Legislation
Statement on the Passing of Trailblazer Ada Deer
Milwaukee County Launches Balancing Act Tool to Encourage Public Input on First Budget Surplus in Over 20 Years
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Milwaukee County Launches Balancing Act Tool to Encourage Public Input on First Budget Surplus in Over 20 Years

Milwaukee County forecasts a $31.6M budget surplus

County Executive David Crowley Appointed Chair of NACo Large Urban Counties Caucus
Milwaukee County Announces Locations of 11 ‘Harm Reduction Vending Machines’ to Combat Death from Overdose
County Executive David Crowley Announces Four 2024 Budget Town Halls
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County Executive David Crowley Announces Four 2024 Budget Town Halls

Town halls provide opportunity for public input in the upcoming budget process

County Executive David Crowley Celebrates County Board Vote to Secure Fiscal Future and Preserve Critical Services for Most Vulnerable Residents
County Executive Crowley Commends Vote to Secure Milwaukee County’s Financial Future
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County Executive Crowley Commends Vote to Secure Milwaukee County’s Financial Future

Committee Members Advanced Revenue Measure Through Joint Committee Meeting

Statement from Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley on the passing of his mother, Valerie Crowley
Office of Emergency Management EMS Division Recognized Nationally for Cardiac Arrest Response and Care Efforts
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Office of Emergency Management EMS Division Recognized Nationally for Cardiac Arrest Response and Care Efforts

Received awards for work to increase bystander intervention and consistent data reporting over the last six years

Statement on United States Supreme Court Decision to Overturn Affirmative Action
County Executive Crowley on Gov. Evers Signing Local Revenue Reform into Law
Housing Partnerships in Milwaukee County Recognized Nationally
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Housing Partnerships in Milwaukee County Recognized Nationally

Greater Milwaukee Foundation one of only nine organizations awarded 2023 HUD Secretary’s Award for Public-Philanthropic Partnerships

County Executive David Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson Statement on Local Revenue Reform Passage
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County Executive David Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson Statement on Local Revenue Reform Passage

Crowley, Nicholson, and Move Forward MKE Coalition advocated since 2020 for additional revenue to avoid a devastating fiscal cliff

County Executive David Crowley Statement on Historic Local Revenue Reform Deal
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County Executive David Crowley Statement on Historic Local Revenue Reform Deal

Crowley and MoveForwardMKE Coalition Lobbied Since 2020 for additional revenue to avoid devastating fiscal cliff

Milwaukee County Celebrates the Grand Opening of the New Behavioral Health ‘Access Clinic North’ Located within Milwaukee Health Services, Inc.
County Executive David Crowley Receives Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve ‘Patriot Award’
Fireworks Return to Milwaukee’s Lakefront on July 3rd
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Advocates for Mental Health Policy Priorities in Nation’s Capital
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Advocates for Mental Health Policy Priorities in Nation’s Capital

National Association of Counties Commission on Mental Health and Wellbeing Amplifies Message at White House, Capitol Hill

County Executive David Crowley Public Testimony on Senate Bill 301
Milwaukee County Wins Five 2023 NACo Achievement Awards
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Milwaukee County Wins Five 2023 NACo Achievement Awards

Awarded for Mental Health Emergency Center, Credible Messenger Program, Electronic Patient Care Records System, Strategy Dashboard, and Parks Foundation

Op Ed: State’s Local Revenue Plan Is Historic
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State’s Local Revenue Plan Is Historic

Milwaukee County urgently needs the increase in state shared revenue and county sales tax that’s proposed.

Milwaukee County Announces New Policies Related to COVID-19 Pandemic
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Milwaukee County Announces New Policies Related to COVID-19 Pandemic

Vaccine mandate and masking requirements to end, effective immediately

County Executive David Crowley Honors Former Chief Judge Mary Triggiano
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County Executive David Crowley Honors Former Chief Judge Mary Triggiano

Triggiano to become Director of the Andrew Center for Restorative Justice at Marquette Law School

Wisconsin Policy Forum Report Highlights Urgent Need for State Action on Local Government Revenue Reform
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Wisconsin Policy Forum Report Highlights Urgent Need for State Action on Local Government Revenue Reform

Report forecasts a possible $25.6 million transit system gap possible in 2025 when federal ARPA funds are depleted

County Executive David Crowley Commends Judge Carl Ashley on Appointment to Chief Judge of 1st Judicial District
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County Executive David Crowley Commends Judge Carl Ashley on Appointment to Chief Judge of 1st Judicial District

Judge Ashley chosen to succeed Chief Judge Mary Triggiano

Director of Office of Equity to Step Down
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Director of Office of Equity to Step Down

Dir. Jeff Roman submitted his notice of resignation effective Friday, April 7

County Executive David Crowley Declares Snow Emergency
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County Executive David Crowley Declares Snow Emergency

Effective immediately, Friday, March 10

County Executive David Crowley: Honor & Protect All Women
Milwaukee County Community Reintegration Center Residents Complete IN2WORK Rehabilitative Program
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Milwaukee County Community Reintegration Center Residents Complete IN2WORK Rehabilitative Program

7 CRC residents completed skills training in food service and retail last month

“When you have great partners, the possibilities for what you can accomplish are virtually limitless.”
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“When you have great partners, the possibilities for what you can accomplish are virtually limitless.”

County Executive Crowley Highlights the Importance of Partnership & Collaboration in 2023 State of the County Address

County Executive David Crowley Declares Snow Emergency
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County Executive David Crowley Declares Snow Emergency

Beginning Thursday, February 16 at 6am

County Executive David Crowley Praises Gov. Evers’ Plan to Keep Baseball in Milwaukee County
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Orders Special Election for 14th Supervisory District
County Executive David Crowley Appointed to Nationwide Commission on Mental Health and Wellbeing
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County Executive David Crowley Appointed to Nationwide Commission on Mental Health and Wellbeing

New initiative from the National Association of Counties brings together county leaders to drive action on mental health

County Executive David Crowley Statement on Fallen Milwaukee Police Officer
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County Executive David Crowley Statement on Fallen Milwaukee Police Officer

“Today is a somber day for all of Milwaukee.”

Op Ed: County Needs Help Running State Programs
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County Needs Help Running State Programs

Our partnership on state-mandated programs is underfunded, leaving public safety at risk.

Milwaukee County Hosting Virtual Community Conversations to Seek Ideas for Regranting Opioid Settlement Funds
County Executive Crowley Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Honor and Remembrance of the Life of Milwaukee County Employee
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County Executive Crowley Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Honor and Remembrance of the Life of Milwaukee County Employee

John Manka, a Milwaukee County snowplow operator, died in a crash while on duty on January 20, 2023.

County Executive Crowley Applauds County Board Action to Improve Affordable Housing and Address the Opioid Epidemic
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County Executive Crowley Applauds County Board Action to Improve Affordable Housing and Address the Opioid Epidemic

Board voted to allocate over $11M in opioid settlement funds and execute contracts using over $9M in ARPA funds to develop affordable housing.

County Executive Crowley: “I Will Do Everything Possible to Prevent and Reduce Gun Violence in Milwaukee County”
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Celebrates City Zoning Committee Moving Forward the Sale of 90 Lots for Single Family Homes in the King Park Neighborhood
Milwaukee County Invests $2.5 Million in Affordable Homeownership
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Milwaukee County Invests $2.5 Million in Affordable Homeownership

ARPA funding will support the Acts Housing Homeownership Acquisition Fund

County Executive David Crowley Applauds Federal Partners Securing Millions in Federal Funding for Milwaukee County Projects
Milwaukee County Seeking Residents’ Input on Climate Change
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Milwaukee County Seeking Residents’ Input on Climate Change

Results from online survey will inform climate action plan for County government operations

County Executive David Crowley Declares ‘Snow Emergency’ for Friday, December 23
County Executive David Crowley Looks Ahead to 2023
County Executive David Crowley Applauds County Board Unanimously Voting for Investments in Public Safety, Affordable Housing, and Area Youth
Statement Regarding Northridge Lake Tragedy
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Statement Regarding Northridge Lake Tragedy

 

County Executive Crowley Applauds Collaborative Process on 2023 Budget
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County Executive Crowley Applauds Collaborative Process on 2023 Budget

Budget invests in acute community needs while prioritizing fiscal responsibility

Milwaukee County Receives $15 Million in Emergency Rental Assistance Funds from U.S. Treasury
Op Ed: County Budget Puts Public Health, Safety First
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County Budget Puts Public Health, Safety First

2023 budget requires tough decisions. As county executive here are my priorities.

What They’re Saying: “Policy Forum Report Shows Sales Tax Critical to Local Government”
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What They’re Saying: “Policy Forum Report Shows Sales Tax Critical to Local Government”

County Executive Crowley’s third budget issues no major cuts to critical services, highlights the crucial role sales tax plays in stabilizing the county’s finances

Statement from Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley on Retirement of Medical Examiner
Milwaukee County Celebrates 187th Birthday
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Milwaukee County Celebrates 187th Birthday

County Executive, Supervisors hosting August 25 event at the Zoo

County Executive David Crowley’s Proposal to Increase Employee Compensation Passes County Board Vote
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County Executive David Crowley’s Proposal to Increase Employee Compensation Passes County Board Vote

Brings total 2022 general increase up to 4 percent, provides a lump sum payment for eligible employees, and makes the 2021 pay increase for Correctional Officers permanent

Milwaukee County Launches Revamped Balancing Act Tool to Encourage Public Input in 2023 Budget Process
County Executive David Crowley on Wisconsin Supreme Court’s Ruling Restricting Access to the Ballot Box
County Executive David Crowley: “I will always stand up to defend our community from hate, discrimination, and violence”
Statement From the Office of Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Signs $21.9 Million in Fiscal Health Challenge Initiatives
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Signs $21.9 Million in Fiscal Health Challenge Initiatives

Crowley signs into unanimously passed law to make one-time investments recommended by the ARPA Task Force in that provide long-term cost savings and address deferred infrastructure maintenance needs

Milwaukee County Launches American Rescue Plan Act Allocation Dashboard
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Milwaukee County Launches American Rescue Plan Act Allocation Dashboard

Milwaukee County has allocated over $76 million on community support needs, revenue loss recovery, COVID-19 mitigation, and administrative coordination

County Executive David Crowley Thanks County Board for Unanimous Vote to Revive Milwaukee County Youth Commission
Milwaukee County Receives Over 500 Applications to Become Changemakers at Hiring Events
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Milwaukee County Receives Over 500 Applications to Become Changemakers at Hiring Events

County departments have held five job fairs since the launch of the “Changemakers” campaign in February

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Marks Two Years in Office, Observes Victories in Equity
Op Ed: A Courageous Call For Equity
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A Courageous Call For Equity

A family's battle with top-ranked school in town has lessons for all of us, county executive says.

County Executive David Crowley to join 112 Local Veterans on Stars and Stripes Honor Flight on April 23
Mask Mandate to Remain in Effect for Milwaukee County Transit System
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Mask Mandate to Remain in Effect for Milwaukee County Transit System

Out of an abundance of caution, for the safety of residents and staff, MCTS will continue to observe mask mandate

Milwaukee Recognized with Nation’s Lowest Unsheltered Homeless Population
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Milwaukee Recognized with Nation’s Lowest Unsheltered Homeless Population

Leaders Point to County, City, Business and Community Collaboration, Along with Federal Support, in Reaching the Distinction

County Executive David Crowley Signs Legislation Allocating $6.7M in ARPA Funding to Address Community Violence
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County Executive David Crowley Signs Legislation Allocating $6.7M in ARPA Funding to Address Community Violence

Crowley Requested Emergency Funding from the ARPA Taskforce on March 10

County Executive David Crowley Thanks President Biden for Lowering Energy Costs for Milwaukee County Families
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County Executive David Crowley Thanks President Biden for Lowering Energy Costs for Milwaukee County Families

Wisconsin Can Access $95 Million From President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Lower Utility Bills for Working Families

County Executive David Crowley Announces Launch of Overdose Dashboard
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County Executive David Crowley Announces Launch of Overdose Dashboard

County’s Latest Effort to Transparently Share Data, Increase Accountability, and Develop Community-Wide Strategies to Improve Health

County Executive David Crowley Launches Community Health & Healing Series
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County Executive David Crowley Launches Community Health & Healing Series

Events will be held across the community with Leaders and & Health Advocates Addressing Mental Health Needs and Eliminating Barriers to Services

Milwaukee County Distributed Nearly 200,000 N95 Masks to Community Agencies and General Public in First Week of February
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Milwaukee County Distributed Nearly 200,000 N95 Masks to Community Agencies and General Public in First Week of February

Public Mask Distribution at Marcia P. Coggs Center to Continue Next Week, Mon-Fri 8 AM – 3:30 PM

County Executive Crowley Appointment of Joe Lamers as Director of New Office of Strategy, Budget, and Performance Passes Committee Vote
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County Executive Crowley Appointment of Joe Lamers as Director of New Office of Strategy, Budget, and Performance Passes Committee Vote

New department shifts County organizational design to prioritize vision and strategy

County Executive David Crowley Statement on the Shooting of a Milwaukee County Sheriff Deputy
Milwaukee County Launching Long Awaited Text-to-911 Service
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Milwaukee County Launching Long Awaited Text-to-911 Service

Service allows County residents to text 911 in case of an emergency

County Executive David Crowley Applauds Passage of Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
County Executive David Crowley Statement on Diwali
County Executive David Crowley Statement on Passing of General Colin Powell
County Executive David Crowley Proclaims Sept. 15 – Oct. 15 Hispanic American Heritage Month in Milwaukee County
Op Ed: Federal ARPA Funds a Lifeline for County
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Federal ARPA Funds a Lifeline for County

Milwaukee County is so financially strapped every ARPA dollar needed to keep critical services going.

County Executive David Crowley Statement on Women’s Equality Day
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County Executive David Crowley Statement on Women’s Equality Day

The following is the statement of Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley in observance of Women’s Equality Day

County Executive Crowley Congratulates Colectivo Workers on Forming America’s Largest Café Union
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County Executive Crowley Congratulates Colectivo Workers on Forming America’s Largest Café Union

“Congratulations to the workers of Colectivo Coffee who successfully won their vote to form a union this week."

County Executive Crowley Congratulates Mayor Tom Barrett on Nomination as U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg
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County Executive Crowley Congratulates Mayor Tom Barrett on Nomination as U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg

“Congratulations to Mayor Tom Barrett on his nomination to become the next U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg."

County Executive David Crowley Announces Dr. Benjamin Weston as Milwaukee County Chief Health Policy Advisor
County Executive David Crowley Signs “Right to Counsel” into Law
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County Executive David Crowley Signs “Right to Counsel” into Law

Bill establishes a six-month pilot program to provide free legal representation in evictions for eligible households

County Executive David Crowley Signs County Board Resolution Creating ARPA Task Force
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County Executive David Crowley Signs County Board Resolution Creating ARPA Task Force

Crowley designates former UCC Executive Director, Ricardo Diaz, to represent the County Executive’s office on the task force

Milwaukee County Leaders Applaud Action on Assembly Bill 374
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Milwaukee County Leaders Applaud Action on Assembly Bill 374

Governor’s bill signing allows for maximum amount of settlement dollars to be sent to Wisconsin counties to address the opioid epidemic

County Executive David Crowley Appoints Amos Morris as the New Director of the Milwaukee County Zoo
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County Executive David Crowley Appoints Amos Morris as the New Director of the Milwaukee County Zoo

Morris will be the first Black Director to lead the County Zoo

County Executive David Crowley Statement Celebrating Juneteenth Holiday
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds Finance Committee Approving Aaron Hertzberg as New Director of the Department of Administrative Services
County Executive David Crowley Statement on Men’s Health Week 2021
County Executive David Crowley Statement Celebrating Pride Month 2021
County Executive David Crowley Statement on the Passing of MCTS Bus Operator, Augie Biami
County Executive David Crowley Statement on Recent Acts of Gun Violence
County Executive David Crowley Statement on Derek Chauvin Trial Verdict
County Executive Letter to Commissioner of Major League Baseball Re: 2021 All Star Game Relocation
Biden Administration Selects Milwaukee Region for Pilot Community Vaccination Clinic
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Biden Administration Selects Milwaukee Region for Pilot Community Vaccination Clinic

Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee will transition on April 6

Statement on the Passing of Deputy Corporation Counsel Paul Kuglitsch
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds Shorewood Village Board of Trustees for Historic, Unanimous Vote to Invest $2.5 Million for Affordable and Equitable Housing
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds Gov. Evers Prioritizing Mental Health in 2021-2023 Biennial Budget Proposal
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Memorializes Residents Lost During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Memorializes Residents Lost During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Milwaukee County surpassed 1,000 deaths this week, today marks one year since the virus was first reported in Wisconsin

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Celebrates 2021 Black History Month
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley on honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Calls for Unity Amid Early Challenges in 2021
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on the Deliberate Disruption of the Peaceful Transfer of Federal Executive Power
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Charging Decision in Jacob Blake Case
Milwaukee County Awards $11.6M in Small Business Grants
Milwaukee County Relief Supports Art and Culture Organizations Before CARES Act Funds Expire
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on the Passing of Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Shirley Abrahamson
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds County Board for Investments in Equity
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds County Board for Investments in Equity

County leaders approve $5 million for emergency COVID-19 funds and an additional $425,000 for Community Resilience Fund

South Shore Terrace ‘Winter Beer Garden’ to Open Today, Thursday, Dec. 17
Slice of Ice in Red Arrow Park to Open Friday, December 18 at 10 a.m.
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds Judiciary, Safety and General Services Committee Approval of Chantell Jewell as House of Correction Superintendent
Milwaukee County House of Correction to Launch Soft Opening of Alternate Care Facility on Saturday, November 28
Milwaukee County House of Correction Announces Changes in COVID-19 Risk Mitigation Efforts
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement in Observance of Veterans Day
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Passage of 2021 County Budget
Statement on Presidential Election Outcome from Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Successful Elections
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Successful Elections

Voter turnout 83%, 460,300 ballots cast in Milwaukee County

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Appoints Chantell Jewell as House of Correction Superintendent
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Appoints Chantell Jewell as House of Correction Superintendent

Jewell would be the first Black Woman to lead the House of Correction

Milwaukee County Receives Nearly $5 Million Fatherhood FIRE Grant to Support Healthy Father Engagement Activities
Op Ed: Voting Access Ensures All Voices Are Heard
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Voting Access Ensures All Voices Are Heard

A new bipartisan coalition is working to promote safe, reliable voting in Wisconsin.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Officer Joseph Mensah Decision
Crowley: Milwaukee County Courthouse, Safety Building, and Criminal Justice Facility to Close at 2:00 PM Today
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Proposes Elevating Care and County Services for Older Residents
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Proposes Elevating Care and County Services for Older Residents

Integration of Milwaukee County Department on Aging, Department of Veterans Services, and Department on Health and Human Services advances County efforts to bridge the gap in health disparities while maintaining high quality services for older adults and the differently abled

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds County Board Approval of Diverse Group to Lead Key County Departments
Milwaukee County Transit System Creates New Bus Route to Connect Residents with Jobs at Amazon Facility in Oak Creek
Milwaukee County Announces Mortgage Assistance Program
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Milwaukee County Announces Mortgage Assistance Program

CARES Act Funding will support homeowners facing foreclosure

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds Milwaukee County Audit Committee’s Approval of Jeffery Roman’s Appointment as Director of the Office on African-American Affairs
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds Milwaukee County Health and Human Needs Committee for Approving Shakita LaGrant-McClain’s Appointment as Director of Health and Human Services
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Small Business Recovery Initiative Grants and Community Resource Navigator Employment Program
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Small Business Recovery Initiative Grants and Community Resource Navigator Employment Program

Both programs funded by federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) Funds allocated in July

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Applauds Judiciary, Safety and General Services Committee for Approving Cassandra Libal’s Appointment as Director of the Office of Emergency Management
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement in Remembrance of September 11th
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement in Observance of Labor Day
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Appoints Shakita LaGrant-McClain as Director of Health and Human Services
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Appoints Cassandra Libal as Director of the Office of Emergency Management
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Kenosha Shooting
Milwaukee County Launches Balancing Act, Announces Upcoming Budget Open Houses
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Stands in Solidarity with Milwaukee Art Museum Workers Union Drive
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Outlines Vision to Achieve Racial Equity
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Calls on Transforming Criminal Justice System Through Racial Equity Lens
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Calls on Transforming Criminal Justice System Through Racial Equity Lens

New American Civil Liberties Union Study Highlights Wisconsin Probation and Parole System’s Contributions to Mass Incarceration

Op Ed: Biden’s Recovery Plan Supports Communities of Color
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Biden’s Recovery Plan Supports Communities of Color

His plan includes investments in housing, child care, jobs and small business.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Thanks Senator Tammy Baldwin for Support of Senate Resolution Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Thanks Senator Tammy Baldwin for Support of Senate Resolution Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis

Baldwin joined Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Cory Booker (D-NJ), and Kamala Harris (D-CA) to introduce a Senate Resolution to declare racism a public health crisis.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Introduces Proposal to Fully Allocate $77 Million in Federal CARES Act Grants
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Introduces Proposal to Fully Allocate $77 Million in Federal CARES Act Grants

Amid growing need for County services, the proposal supports life safety measures, emergency operations, and investments in critical economic stability and public health services

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Names Brandon Weathersby as New Director of Communications
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Resignation of Milwaukee County Emergency Management Director Christine Westrich
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Resignation of Milwaukee County Emergency Management Director Christine Westrich

Director Westrich to resign from the Office of Emergency Management effective Monday, August 3

Milwaukee County Executive Crowley Urges Residents to Complete the 2020 Census with Support from County Call Centers
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Milwaukee County Executive Crowley Urges Residents to Complete the 2020 Census with Support from County Call Centers

Effort uses a racial equity lens to ensure the ‘hardest to count’ populations are accounted for in 2020

With Summer Here, Milwaukee County Officials Encourage Residents to Take Precautions During Hot Weather
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With Summer Here, Milwaukee County Officials Encourage Residents to Take Precautions During Hot Weather

With people isolating because of COVID-19, it’s more important than ever to check on vulnerable residents

Milwaukee County Raises Juneteenth, Pan-African and Pride Flags at the Courthouse
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Milwaukee County Raises Juneteenth, Pan-African and Pride Flags at the Courthouse

Milwaukee County intends to be an inclusive place, reflective of the diversity of the communities we serve.

Juneteenth Becomes a Holiday for County Employees
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Juneteenth Becomes a Holiday for County Employees

June 19 will be a floating holiday for Milwaukee County employees to honor and celebrate Black life and attend Juneteenth Day celebrations throughout Milwaukee.

Milwaukee County Issues Universal Face Mask Policy in County Facilities
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Milwaukee County Issues Universal Face Mask Policy in County Facilities

Policy marks critical step in bringing services back to operational and reopening facilities and grounds

County Executive David Crowley Announces the Milwaukee County Zoo to Partially Reopen June 13 Outdoor Grounds Open With New Safety Measures
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Urges Community Members to Remain Peaceful While Exercising Their Rights
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Responds to Death of George Floyd
Milwaukee County Leaders Call on Governor for Support
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Milwaukee County Leaders Call on Governor for Support

Crowley and Nicholson Urge Governor to Provide Funding for Essential Services and Mitigate Racially Disparate Impacts of COVID-19

Milwaukee County Facing $450M Total Budget Impact from COVID-19
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Milwaukee County Facing $450M Total Budget Impact from COVID-19

County Executive Calls on State, Federal Officials for Support

Rep. David Crowley declares victory in County Executive race
Jim Sullivan endorses David Crowley for County Executive
Six municipal leaders announce endorsement of David Crowley for Milwaukee County Executive
State Representative JoCasta Zamarripa endorses David Crowley for County Executive
Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm endorses David Crowley for County Executive
Milwaukee Alderman Cavalier Johnson endorses David Crowley for Milwaukee County Executive
Mayor Bryan Kennedy endorses David Crowley for County Executive
Crowley Raises Over $53,000 for County Executive Race
Rep. David Crowley announces bid for Milwaukee County Executive
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Rep. David Crowley announces bid for Milwaukee County Executive

“Growing up in a struggling family in Milwaukee County, I know what it’s like to be reliant on County services and what that really means to people in our community.”

African American State Representatives Call for Representation on New Task Force
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African American State Representatives Call for Representation on New Task Force

In order to ensure the legitimacy and integrity of this task force, it is essential that African Americans have representation.

Op Ed: Gerrymandering Is A Threat To Our Democracy
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Gerrymandering Is A Threat To Our Democracy

Will US Supreme Court put party politics aside when considering Whitford v. Gill? Hopefully.

Foxconn Fiscal Analysis Deeply Troubling for Wisconsin Taxpayers
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Foxconn Fiscal Analysis Deeply Troubling for Wisconsin Taxpayers

"I am deeply troubled by the long-term negative fiscal implications that the proposed Foxconn legislation could put the State of Wisconsin in."

Foxconn Hearing: Big Promises, Little Details, Lacks Transportation Plan
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Foxconn Hearing: Big Promises, Little Details, Lacks Transportation Plan

"We need to guarantee that we have the details of the deal before we sign off on it..."

Op Ed: We Must Legalize Marijuana
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We Must Legalize Marijuana

It will combat opioid epidemic and boost state economy.

Governor Walker Banking on Collective Wisconsin Amnesia
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Governor Walker Banking on Collective Wisconsin Amnesia

"The Governor must believe that nobody is going to remember that it was his previous budgets that created the damage that he is now attempting to repair."

Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly
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Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly

"I gladly endorse his candidacy for the State Assembly and look forward to working with him in the coming years, "said Milwaukee Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton.

State Senator Chris Larson Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly
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State Senator Chris Larson Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly

“He'll be a champion for reforming our broken criminal justice system, expanding affordable health care, and restoring funding to our public schools," said Senator Chris Larson.

Wisconsin Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals Endorse David Crowley for State Assembly
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Wisconsin Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals Endorse David Crowley for State Assembly

“Throughout his career, David Crowley has shown that he is a tireless advocate for the Milwaukee community,” said Candice Owley, president of the Wisconsin Federation of Nurses & Health Professionals.

SEIU Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly
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SEIU Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly

"I am truly honored to have their support." said David Crowley.

County Executive Chris Abele Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly
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County Executive Chris Abele Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly

"David has proven his worth to Milwaukee over the course of his career, said Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele.

AFSCME Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly
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AFSCME Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly

"David has been a champion for labor throughout his career." said Jason Sidener.

Wisconsin AFL-CIO Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly
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Wisconsin AFL-CIO Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly

"David has spent his career serving the people of Milwaukee." said Phil Neuenfeldt, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO.

David Crowley Statement on Alderman Willie Wade’s Retirement
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David Crowley Statement on Alderman Willie Wade’s Retirement

“I want to thank Alderman Willie Wade for his years of service in the 7th District and the City of Milwaukee.”

David Crowley Announces for 7th District Alderman
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David Crowley Announces for 7th District Alderman

“As a native and long-time resident of Milwaukee, I am proud to have an opportunity to run for Alderman of the 7th district.”