Rep. Bowen Announces Bid for 1st District Common Council
Bowen offers experienced leadership to work towards necessary solutions for Milwaukee
Dec 21st, 2022Rep. Bowen Statement on New Type 1 Youth Facility Site Selection in Milwaukee
With Site Selection, Evers Administration and DOC Take First Major Step to Finally Close Lincoln Hills
Aug 10th, 2022Rep. Bowen Statement on SCOTUS Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade
Decision in Dobbs Goes Against the Will of the People and Will Hurt Marginalized Communities Most
Jun 24th, 2022Rep. Bowen Statement on Weekend Violence Downtown
Reducing Gun Violence Will Take GOP Concessions to Make the Jobs of Police Easier
May 17th, 2022Rep. Bowen Statement on Deadly Weekend in Wisconsin’s Largest City
We Must Double Down on Collaborative Public Safety Approaches
Apr 25th, 2022Rep. Bowen Statement on Foxconn Turning Its Back on Wisconsin Yet Again
Once Again, Foxconn Deal Proves to be a Massive Failure
Mar 17th, 2022Rep. Bowen Applauds Gov. Evers’ Investments in Community Safety as Warmer Seasons Approach
Rep. Bowen Proud to See Investments in Programs He Has Championed
Mar 16th, 2022Rep. Bowen Statement on Senseless MPD District 5 Shooting Incident
“I Completely Denounce This Senseless Act of Violence”
Feb 26th, 2022Rep. Bowen Statement on GOP’s Unserious Law Enforcement Proposals
GOP Needs to Stop Playing Political Games, Come to Table for Real Bipartisan Reforms
Jan 4th, 2022Rep. Bowen Statement on Tragedy in Waukesha
“My Heart Is With the People of Waukesha”
Nov 22nd, 2021Rep. Bowen’s Statement on Gerrymandered Republican Maps: Same Poop in a New Toilet
Bowen highlights the struggle for progress in a State where Republicans refuse to value anything above power and control.
Nov 11th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Republican Anti-Choice Bills
Instead of Partisan Games, GOP Should Focus on Issues Truly Facing Wisconsinites
Oct 27th, 2021Rep. Bowen Applauds Investments in Violence Prevention
Gov. Evers Commits $25 Million in ARPA Funds to Violence Prevention Efforts
Oct 13th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Reintroduction of Indigenous Peoples Day Bill
Bipartisan Bill Introduced with 25 Co-Authors
Oct 11th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Four Deadly Shootings in Six Hours in Milwaukee
Four Separate Shootings Last Night Left Four Dead, Including Two Teenagers
Aug 24th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on John Doe Charging Decision Against Joseph Mensah
Judge Yamahiro Decision A Win for Justice; Highlights Need for Meaningful Reform We've Championed.
Jul 28th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on GOP Attempt to Override Gov. Evers’ Veto of AB 336
Bill Would Have Prematurely Ended Expanded Unemployment Benefits for Wisconsin Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Jul 27th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Passage of Speaker’s Task Force Bills
“When I Think about This Moment... We Missed It”
Jun 16th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Rep. Sanfelippo’s Call to Send National Guard to Milwaukee
“I Hope that Rep. Sanfelippo Joins Us in Supporting Evidence-Based Approaches”
Jun 15th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Speakers’ Task Force on Racial Disparities Policing Bills
“These Bills Do Not Rise to the Occasion, or Go Far Enough”
May 27th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Necessity of Enhanced Violence Prevention Funding & Community Collaborations
“I am Committed to Fighting for Necessary and Lifesaving Investments in our Youth and Communities to Collaborate”
May 7th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Derek Chauvin Guilty Verdict
“A Small Measure of Justice Was Served and We Fight On!”
Apr 20th, 2021Rep. Bowen, Village President-Elect McKaig Statement on Police Killing of Daunte Wright
“Like Altogether Too Many Others, This Killing Was Avoidable”
Apr 13th, 2021Rep. Bowen Applauds Biden-Harris Administration for Executive Action to Curb Gun Violence in Our Communities
“These Actions Are Not Only Welcome, They Will Undoubtedly Save Lives”
Apr 8th, 2021Rep. Bowen Receives First Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine, Urges Others to Get Vaccinated
“An End to This Pandemic is in Sight for Our Communities”
Apr 7th, 2021Rep. Bowen Condemns Anti-Asian Hate, Calls for Common Sense Gun Reform
“Now Is the Time for Change, Now Is the Time for Action”
Mar 26th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Gateway Capital Fund Hitting Initial Fundraising Goal in Four Months
“I Am Excited to See What Opportunities This Investment Fund Will Bring”
Mar 24th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Assembly Bill 24
“AB 24 Would Create Risks to Our Freedom to Live”
Mar 23rd, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Passage of New Federal COVID-19 Relief Legislation
“One of the Largest and Most Ambitious Economic Relief and Anti-Poverty Bills in Generations”
Mar 10th, 2021Rep. Bowen, Sen. Taylor Celebrate Passage of Shorewood Tax Increment District Extension for Affordable Housing
“A Down Payment on an Inclusive Future for Shorewood”
Mar 3rd, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Governor Tony Evers’ Biennial Budget
“Budget Takes Bold Steps, Includes Numerous Reforms Requested by Rep. Bowen”
Feb 16th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on “Fair Deal” Sales Tax Measure in Gov. Evers’ Budget
“A Welcome, Commonsense Proposal”
Feb 12th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Senate Joint Resolution 3 and Executive Order #105
“Wearing Masks Saves Lives!”
Feb 4th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on One-Year Anniversary of the Killing of Alvin Cole
“Our Goal is ... Justice and Dignity”
Feb 2nd, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Announcement of Wauwatosa Police Chief Barry Weber’s Forthcoming Retirement
“I Look Forward to a Welcome Change in Leadership”
Feb 1st, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on baseless repeal of Mask Mandate
“We should be leading with science, not playing politics
Jan 28th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of Baseball Legend Hank Aaron
“2021 Starts with the Loss of Legends Rooted in our Community.”
Jan 22nd, 2021Rep. Bowen to Host Virtual Legislative Briefing on Juvenile Life Without Parole
Will be Joined by a Diverse Group of Local and National Stakeholders
Jan 22nd, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris
“I Am Overjoyed at the Hope and Promise that Today’s Inauguration Brings”
Jan 20th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of His Uncle Albert Lynch
“My Uncle Loved This Community & His Family, and He Was Well-Loved in Return”
Jan 15th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Trump-Fuelled Uprising in Washington, DC
“This is Rebellion, This is Treason, This is Terrorism, and It Cannot Stand”
Jan 6th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Lack of Charges in Jacob Blake Shooting
“If What We Saw Was Legal, It’s Time to Change the Laws”
Jan 5th, 2021Rep. Bowen Statement on Federal Coronavirus Stimulus Package
“After a Nine Month Delay, America Got Short-Changed.”
Dec 22nd, 2020Rep. Bowen Statement on Joseph Mensah Resignation from Wauwatosa Police Department
“This is Proof of the Power of Peaceful Protest and the People; But Work Remains”
Nov 18th, 2020Rep. Bowen Statement on Continued Republican Inaction on Criminal Justice Reform
“It’s Time to Create Lasting Change”
Oct 30th, 2020Rep. Bowen Statement on Joseph Mensah Charging Decision
“I Am Not Surprised by This Miscarriage of Justice”
Oct 7th, 2020Rep. Bowen Sends Letter in Support of Kentucky Assemblywoman Attica Scott
Oct 1st, 2020
Rep. Bowen Statement on Wauwatosa Peace Officers’ Association Attempts to Undermine Wauwatosa Ad Hoc Committee
Sep 15th, 2020
Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of His Last Living Grandparent
“All Glory be to God for her life and endurance to run this race for 91 years!”
Aug 11th, 2020Rep. Bowen Statement on Weekend Incident in Wauwatosa
“The Victim Narrative… is Totally Inaccurate, Irresponsible and False.”
Aug 10th, 2020Rep. Bowen Statement on Governor Evers’ Justice Reform Proposals
“Passing These Bills Would Be an Important First Step towards Real Reform”
Jun 19th, 2020Reps. Bowen and Brostoff Joint Statement on Incident at Speedway Gas Station in Menomonee Falls
“Incidents Like Last Night’s Are Exactly Why We’re Still Marching Today”
Jun 17th, 2020Rep. Bowen Statement on Stephanie Rapkin Charges
“Should We Believe That We Didn’t See What We Clearly Saw?”
Jun 12th, 2020Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of Civil Rights Attorney Jonathan Safran
“A Giant Fighter for Justice in Milwaukee”
May 21st, 2020Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of Foster Care Activist Dosha Joi
“DJay Was a Tireless Advocate, and the Light of This Young Leader Will Be Sorely Missed”
May 18th, 2020“This Virus Doesn’t Care”: Rep. Bowen Statement on Protest at the Capitol
“This Virus Doesn't Care”: Rep. Bowen Statement on Protest at the Capitol
Apr 24th, 2020After Recovering from COVID-19, Rep. Bowen Worked to Assist Voters with Coronavirus
Rep. Bowen Served As Witness for Voters with Virus, Also Dropped Off Absentee Ballots
Apr 7th, 2020Rep. Bowen Tests Positive for COVID-19
Urges Constituents to Take Precautions, Stay at Home to Minimize Spread
Mar 23rd, 2020Rep. Bowen’s Statement on Gov. Evers’ 2020 State of the State Address
Wisconsinites want the Legislature to work together for them over political divisions.
Jan 22nd, 2020Rep. Bowen Introduces New Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Employer Flexibility in Hiring Practices
Bill Would Limit Liability for Employers Who Opt to Not Drug Test for THC and Other Cannabinoids
Dec 11th, 2019Assembly Resolutions 12 and 13 Answer the Question: “How Low will Republicans Go?”
Republicans Pair Disability Accommodations with Yet Another Power Grab
Oct 11th, 2019Rep. Bowen Statement on Recent Acts of White Supremacist Terrorism
It Is Time We Take Concrete Steps to Protect Wisconsinites from Domestic Terrorism
Aug 7th, 2019Rep. Bowen Statement on Gov. Evers’ Signing of Biennial Budget
Bowen Glad Governor Evers Using Democratic Veto Power to Make a Bad Budget Work Better for Wisconsin
Jul 3rd, 2019Rep. Bowen Statement on Passage of Watered-Down Republican Budget
Bowen Disappointed by Numerous Missed Bi-Partisanship in Republican Version of Budget
Jun 26th, 2019Rep. Bowen Statement on Republican Comments during JFC Session
“Every single child across our state is worth taking care of.”
Jun 5th, 2019Republican Refusal to Expand Medicaid in WI Makes Bad Dollars & Sense
Wisconsinites Want Expansion & Their Federal Money Now
May 3rd, 2019Medical Marijuana Would Provide an Economic Boost to Wisconsin
Legalization is What Wisconsinites Want
Apr 23rd, 2019Black Restaurant Week Happening Now in Milwaukee
Highlights Minority-Owned Businesses
Apr 16th, 2019Rep. Bowen Highlights Overwhelming Support for Broad Justice Reform in Latest Marquette Law Poll
Over 2/3rds of Wisconsinites are Ready for Further Substantive Reforms
Apr 10th, 2019Rep. Bowen’s Statement on Passing of Shorewood High School Student
"My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Megan and all those that were injured in this terrible crash, including her twin sister who is still recovering in the hospital."
Apr 1st, 2019Representative Bowen Responds to the Passing of Humanitarian Gwen T Jackson
Wisconsin is Better because of Gwen T Jackson
Mar 27th, 2019Bowen Applauds Governor Evers’ Marijuana Proposals
Time Wisconsin takes Important 1st Step allowing access to Marijuana
Feb 18th, 2019State Rep. David Bowen’s Statement on Latest Foxconn Flop
Time for Legislature to Direct WEDC Renegotiations
Jan 31st, 2019State Rep. David Bowen’s Statement on Gov. Evers’ State of the State Address
Looking forward to a fresh start in Wisconsin
Jan 22nd, 2019State Rep. David Bowen Applauds New Governor Evers Visit to Lincoln Hills, Copper Lake
Highlights the contrast with leadership of the past
Jan 14th, 2019Walker offers definition of decency, violates it one day later
Outgoing gov. signals he’ll rig 2020 election, costing taxpayers millions
Nov 16th, 2018Rep. Bowen looks ahead to new dynamic of balanced government
"Since 2011, our state has endured the turmoil of a toxic political environment that sought to harm the minority party, but in doing so harmed real Wisconsin lives."
Nov 7th, 2018Rep. Bowen commends Shorewood community for discussion on race
Young people, school community show leadership amid “To Kill a Mockingbird” controversy
Oct 18th, 2018Rep. Bowen: Statement on Juneteenth day of action
"The liberation that we celebrate on Juneteenth Day still has not been fully realized."
Jun 19th, 2018Rep. Bowen: Statement on release of bodycam footage of Sterling Brown
"While it may have taken police violence against a high profile victim to once again raise public awareness, these unnecessarily escalated situations have become commonplace and officers continue to face little or no consequences."
May 24th, 2018Statement on lack of charges or discipline for officers involved in tasing death of Adam Trammell
"Police violence is at an epidemic level in our country, and the victims are disproportionately people of color and those suffering from mental illness, who are up to 16 times more likely to be killed by police."
Apr 30th, 2018Statement on the passing of the Honorable Vel Phillips
“My deepest condolences to her family and those who know and love her. May she rest in peace.”
Apr 18th, 2018Cost, meaning of special elections fully Gov. Walker’s responsibility
Elections for vacant seats could have taken place weeks ago
Mar 29th, 2018Gov. Walker, GOP leaders call extraordinary session to avoid elections
Republicans prove government can indeed work efficiently when it serves them
Mar 27th, 2018Wisconsin model of youth corrections heads to governor’s desk
Bowen legislation a centerpiece of transformational reform
Mar 22nd, 2018School safety package is rushed, needs significant fixes
"...first and foremost, it does nothing to keep guns out of the hands of dangerous criminals and those who shouldn't legally have them."
Mar 20th, 2018Rep. Bowen reflects on 2017-18 legislative session
Session defined by spending billions on Foxconn, new adult prison
Feb 22nd, 2018Rep. Bowen statement on passage of AB 606
Bill forces city to keep discharged officers facing criminal charges on payroll
Feb 21st, 2018Rep. Bowen statement on passage of Wisconsin Model of youth justice
"This is one big step closer to even more innovations to save lives and money to increase the wellbeing of our communities..."
Feb 21st, 2018Kleefisch-Bowen bill lays foundation for youth corrections overhaul
A public hearing on the agreed upon bill will be held this Thursday at 9 a.m.
Feb 13th, 2018Rep. Bowen Statement on Gov. Walker’s Plan for Milwaukee State Building
"While the Milwaukee State office is aging and needs to be replaced, I’d like to take Walker’s plan for a new facility a step further."
Feb 9th, 2018Foxconn to replace 10,000 workers in Taiwan with robots
A sign of things to come in Wisconsin?
Feb 7th, 2018Rep. Bowen: Introduces “Heat & Eat” Legislation
Gov. Walker’s Wisconsin one of two states that has failed to adjust to 2014 federal SNAP cuts
Jan 25th, 2018Rep. Bowen: statement on President’s racist “sh*thole” remarks
'For now, the unfortunate leader of this country is making America hate again with seemingly every sentence he manages to construct."
Jan 12th, 2018Rep. Bowen statement on DOC Internal Affairs Unit
Workers say unit was eliminated for work that shed negative light on Governor
Oct 10th, 2017Republicans’ out of touch budget priorities already failing Wisconsin kids
"As long as Wisconsinites are making subsidy payments to Foxconn, no school should experience cuts of any sort."
Sep 25th, 2017The Many Broken Promises of Foxconn
Why give away billions to a company that can’t be trusted?
Aug 20th, 2017Rep. Bowen: Statement on verdict in Heaggan-Brown trial
“The second shot was clearly unjustified on video with Mr. Smith on his back with his hands in clear view."
Jun 21st, 2017Rep. Bowen’s Statement on Trump Appointment of Sheriff Clarke
"It is positive news that Milwaukee County now has the opportunity to have an actual Sheriff."
May 17th, 2017Rep. David Bowen calls on Governor Walker not to enforce Voter ID Disenfranchisement law for 2018 elections
In the 2012 Presidential election, the City of Milwaukee had 41,000 more ballots cast than the 2016 election, a turnout reduction that very possibly correlates with the Republican Voter ID law.
May 16th, 2017Statement on homicide charges against Sylville Smith shooter
"Today's announcement that charges have been brought on Sylville Smith's shooter is an important step toward justice for Sylville, his family and friends, and a community that mourns his death."
Dec 15th, 2016Reps. Bowen and Brostoff: Response to Gov. Walker’s comments on opening a Milwaukee-based youth correctional facility
Governor Walker made comments that he is willing to work with Milwaukee elected officials on a local juvenile corrections facility.
Dec 6th, 2016Rep. Bowen statement on Corrections budget request for Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake
The Department’s request guarantees Wisconsin will remain out of compliance with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act.
Sep 16th, 2016State Rep. David Bowen & State Rep. Evan Goyke Call on the United States Department of Justice to Take Over the Investigation into the Shooting of Sylville Smith
“It is crucial that trust be restored to the relationship between the public and law enforcement,” said Rep. David Bowen
Aug 26th, 2016Rep. Bowen calls on Sheriff Clarke to reopen Sherman Park
“It is time for the sheriff to reverse his poor decision and restore full public access to Sherman Park.”
Aug 19th, 2016Rep. Bowen: Statement on recent turmoil in Milwaukee
“Elected officials, law enforcement, and community leaders need to come together and listen to the people in our community who continue struggling to get by.”
Aug 16th, 2016Rep. Bowen addresses the upcoming “Blue Day Rally” and the necessity of police accountability in the community
"What the whole state needs to hear. That Black Lives must matter and those who advocate for them need this community’s support too."
Aug 12th, 2016Statement from Rep. Bowen on shootings in Wisconsin, Louisiana, Minnesota, and Texas
“I pray for all the families and all heavy hearts hurting from these situations. May God help us.”
Jul 8th, 2016Rep. Bowen praises MPS Superintendent for rejecting school takeover proposal
Commends Dr. Driver’s thorough, alternative proposal for OSPP
Jun 17th, 2016Rep. Bowen to host Emergency Public Forum on Juvenile Corrections Reform
Calls for immediate solutions to reduce youth recidivism
May 26th, 2016Rep. Bowen statement on expected arena district end-use jobs announcement
“I am pleased that labor representatives have been successful in negotiating with the Bucks to pay a living wage and prioritize hiring local workers...”
May 18th, 2016Rep. Bowen to attend Wauwatosa West forum after principal’s insensitive comments toward Students of Color
“After being notified of this issue by a family member of a student, I cleared my calendar in order to help develop an authentic dialogue among students, faculty, and parents who are discouraged by this situation.”
Apr 25th, 2016Confirmed by Wisconsin Republicans: Voter ID is intended to rig elections
“Wisconsin Republicans’ recent confession that the goal of voter ID is to rig elections for Republicans shows there is no ethical purpose in keeping this law in place.”
Apr 7th, 2016Rep. Bowen calls on Governor Walker to hold Milwaukee public meeting on Lincoln Hills
"It is imperative that residents of Milwaukee have answers..."
Feb 16th, 2016Statement from Rep. Bowen on deplorable comments and actions of Rep. Gannon
“Yet, Rep. Gannon, and those on the other side of the aisle who agree with him but who may not be quite as animated, say Milwaukee’s problems are Milwaukee’s alone.”
Jan 12th, 2016Crisis of Gun Violence Calls for Action
City is hurting and common sense reforms by legislature could help.
Dec 23rd, 2015Rep. Bowen calls for local alternatives for Milwaukee youth at Lincoln Hills
“As more details emerge regarding the situation at Lincoln Hills, it is disturbing to learn of children under the watch of Governor Walker’s Department of Corrections allegedly enduring physical and sexual abuse...”
Dec 17th, 2015Rep. Bowen statement on arrest of peaceful protesters at Milwaukee City/County Christmas Tree Lighting
"Not one more penny of taxpayer money should be used to prosecute them."
Nov 24th, 2015Rep. Bowen offers legislation observing October 12 as Indigenous Peoples Day
The legislation would put an end to Wisconsin’s observation of Columbus Day each October 12.
Oct 12th, 2015Rep. Bowen wishes students, educators well at start of school year
Will greet students at Bradley Tech High School, Universal Academy Elementary
Aug 31st, 2015Rep. Bowen: Statement on a new Milwaukee Bucks arena
I couldn’t support the arena deal without reducing the $400 million financial burden on taxpayers, much of which will be paid for by Milwaukee residents.
Jul 28th, 2015Rep. Bowen Demands Action in Response to Escalating Milwaukee Gun Violence
Rep Bowen Statement on Milwaukee Gun Violence
Jul 10th, 2015Statement from Rep. Bowen on Assembly’s Passage of Backwards Republican Budget
“We’ve known from the start that this budget is wrong for Wisconsin.”
Jul 9th, 2015Reps. Bowen & Brostoff Introduce Heat & Eat Bill
New Legislation Would Reverse Food Stamp Cuts from 2014 Farm Bill
Jun 4th, 2015Supervisor David Bowen Questions Hamilton Decision
Says 14 Shots “Excessive,” Urges Community to Stand Firm Against Injustice
Dec 22nd, 2014Supervisors Announce Support for Couture Project
They Applaud Economic and Community Development Committee for Approval of Project
Dec 8th, 2014Supervisors Bowen and Rainey to Hold Joint Town Hall Meeting October 30
Supervisors Welcome Input From 10th and 2nd District Residents on 2015 Budget
Oct 28th, 2014Supervisor David Bowen Praises ECD Committee Actions
Bowen Praises Approval of Sale of O’Donnell Parking Structure, Surplus of Community Correctional Center Building, Hammes Project
Oct 28th, 2014Supervisor David Bowen Critical of Proposed Utility Rate Increase
Urges Public Service Commission to Table WE Energies Rate Hike Request
Oct 8th, 2014Bowen Applauds Board Passage of Board Resolution Calling for Accountability
Says SHO Audit Will Address Concerns Over Operations
Sep 25th, 2014Supervisor Bowen Thanks Committee Colleagues for MCO Audit Approval
Health and Human Needs Committee Approves Audit for Managed Care Organizations
Sep 17th, 2014Supervisor Bowen Applauds Raids of Violent Criminals
Announces Resident Leadership Conference on July 26 to Address Quality of Life Issues
Jun 19th, 2014Supervisor David Bowen Urges Residents to Attend 7 P.M. Community Call to Action for Shooting Victim at Tiefenthaler Park
Bowen Decries Violence in Parks and Urges More Patrols, Block Watches
May 30th, 2014Supervisor David Bowen Praises Organizations for Successful Transit Suit
Lawsuit Will Bring $13.5 Million to Milwaukee County for New Transit Routes
May 20th, 2014Milwaukee County Supervisor David Bowen Praises Low-wage Workers
Compares Fight for Economic Justice with Civil Rights Movement
May 15th, 2014Bowen Thanks County Board for Passage of Birth Certificate Resolution
Issues Statement Expressing Appreciation
Apr 24th, 2014Supervisor Bown Issues Statement on Sen. Kohl’s Generosity to the Community
Supervisor David Bowen released the following statement regarding Herb Kohl's generosity to the community
Apr 17th, 2014David Bowen Announces Candidacy for Wisconsin’s 10th State Assembly District
David Bowen to run for Wisconsin’s 10th Assembly District
Apr 7th, 2014Statement of Supervisor David Bowen Regarding the April 1 Referendum
"Yesterday, wealthy special interests won a bad poll of public perception at the expense of our democratic principles."
Apr 2nd, 2014Supervisor David Bowen Criticizes Referendum, Supporters
Milwaukee County Supervisor David Bowen issued the following statement regarding tomorrow’s referendum on County Supervisors’ pay and benefits.
Mar 31st, 2014Supervisor David Bowen Thanks Rotary Club of Milwaukee, Zilber Family Foundation for Contributions to Johnsons Park
Following the announcement of a $250,000 gift for the revitalization of Johnsons Park from the Zilber Family Foundation and a $100,000 gift from the Rotary Club of Milwaukee for the park, Supervisor David Bowen released the following statement.
Mar 21st, 2014Supervisor David Bowen Calls Living Wage Ordinance Passage “A Major Win” for Low Wage Workers in Milwaukee County
Following the Milwaukee County Board's 12-6 veto override of a measure to increase the living wage to $11.32 for employees of contractors doing business with the County, Supervisor David Bowen issued the following statement.
Mar 20th, 2014Supervisor David F. Bowen Cites Brookings Study on Poverty
Says Study Justifies Living Wage Ordinance
Feb 21st, 2014Bowen Calls Living Wage Bill in Legislature an Attack on the Working Poor and Local Control
Bill Would Prohibit Municipalities from Establishing a “Living Wage”
Feb 11th, 2014Bowen Thanks Colleagues for Passage of Living Wage
Encourages County Executive to Sign Ordinance
Feb 6th, 2014Supervisor David F. Bowen Praises Finance Committee for Passage of Living Wage Ordinance
Milwaukee County Supervisor David F. Bowen today praised the County Board’s Finance, Personnel and Audit Committee for voting to approve a “living wage” of 100 percent of the poverty line.
Jan 30th, 2014Statement of Milwaukee County Supervisor David F. Bowen on the County Executive’s Opposition to a “Living Wage” Ordinance
I’m disappointed that the County Executive has resorted to spreading misinformation regarding my proposal to replace poverty wages in Milwaukee County with a Living Wage ordinance.
Jan 29th, 2014Milwaukee County Supervisor David F. Bowen Hopeful of Veto-proof Majority on Living Wage Ordinance
Milwaukee County Supervisor David F. Bowen said today he remained hopeful that his “living wage” ordinance would pass the full County Board with a veto-proof majority of 12 votes after the Finance, Personnel and Audit Committee delayed a vote on the measure Monday.
Dec 17th, 2013Milwaukee County Supervisor David Bowen To Hold News Conference on Living Wage Monday, December 16th at 9:30 A.M.
Supervisor David Bowen, with other members of the County Board and community, will hold a news conference on living wage at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, December 16, in the rotunda of the Milwaukee County Courthouse
Dec 16th, 2013Supervisor Bowen Looking for Full-time Support for DBE Program
Part-time solution not the answer to help minority-owned businesses thrive
Nov 8th, 2013Supervisor Bowen Announces Series of Town Hall Meetings
Residents Invited to Speak About Milwaukee County Budget, Other Issues
Oct 29th, 2013Supervisor David Bowen Says Affordable Health Care Access Can Help Stop Violence
Issues Statement in Support of ACA, Saying Health Care Access Will Help Mental, Physical Healthcare Issues and Help Put a Stop to Violence
Oct 2nd, 2013Supervisor David Bowen to Propose Living Wage Ordinance
Resolution Aimed at Getting Full-time Workers Above the Poverty Line
Sep 6th, 2013Supervisor David Bowen Counters Supervisor Deanna Alexander’s Attention-Getting Claims
Says Alexander “Does Not Value the Truth,” Misleads Public About Board Activities
Jun 27th, 2013Statement of Milwaukee County Supervisor David F. Bowen in Support of an Ethics Resolution by Supervisor Patricia Jursik Directing All County Officials to Refrain from Using County Funds to Purchase Commercials
Sheriff David Clarke has instructed his out-of-county and out-of-state pro-gun-lobby supporters to advocate to my office on his behalf.
Jun 19th, 2013Supervisor David Bowen Resolution on Badgercare Funding Concerns
Request for the State to accept Federal Healthcare Funds
May 20th, 2013Supervisor David Bowen Says Sheriff Clarke “Destabilizing” House of Correction, Applauds County Board Action
Cites Reports of Understaffing, Forced Overtime for Officers and Needless Prisoner Shuffles Between Jail and House
May 6th, 2013Supervisor David Bowen Offers Support for Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic
Says Calls for Resignation a “Distraction from the Real Issues Facing Milwaukee County”
Apr 30th, 2013Statement of Supervisor David Bowen Regarding the Retirements and Firings of County Executive’s Administration
Supervisor Questions Sudden Departures, Abele Administration’s High Turnover
Apr 8th, 2013Supervisor Bowen Expresses his Disappointment in the Recent Changes to 1290 WMCS-AM Talk Radio Format
Milwaukee Black Community Loses 1290 WMCS-AM Talk Radio
Feb 27th, 2013Supervisor David Bowen Responds to LRB-1340/2
State Legislators are Attempting to Tip the Scales of Power in Milwaukee County Government
Feb 15th, 2013Supervisor Bowen, Coalition of Organizations, Citizens Applaud Reverse Decision By Fire and Police Comission
Supervisor, Others Call Reversal a Vote for Public Safety
Dec 12th, 2012Supervisor Bowen Calls for Fire & Police Commission Reform
Bowen to Join Community Leaders in News Conference 5 p.m. Today at City Hall
Dec 7th, 2012Supervisor Bowen Commends Committee for Moving Forward with Reform to Medical Examiner Policy
Legislation now moves to full County Board on November 1
Oct 19th, 2012Supervisor Bowen Expresses Concern, Sympathy in the Case of Brandon Johnson
Johnson, who was 25-years-old, died as a patient in the Milwaukee County Mental Health Complex
Oct 11th, 2012