Special election called to fill vacant seat in 3rd Aldermanic District

Trump once again shows his real feelings about Latinos, Puerto Ricans

Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez October 29, 2024

Early voting starts on Tuesday, Oct. 22 in the City of Milwaukee

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Milwaukee Common Council Approves $1.7 Million in ARPA Funded Projects

Person killed in shooting at youth flag football game

Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez October 12, 2024

HACM Board Should Delay Decision on Outsourcing Section 8 Program

Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez October 9, 2024

Council Invests Remaining ARPA Funds in Milwaukee’s Citizens

Youth crime is reaching a tipping point

Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez August 8, 2024

Police-involved shooting under review

Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez July 17, 2024

Statement on the shooting at the rally of former President Donald Trump

From Common Council President José G. Pérez July 14, 2024

Statement on the passing of José Olivieri

Statement on the passing of José Olivieri

President Pérez announces Clifton W. Crump to serve as Policy and Administration Director

Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez June 10, 2024

Common Council to consider amendment for 6th & National TID #85 investment

Statement on being re-elected to serve as Common Council president

Alderman José G. Pérez April 24, 2024

Committee approves ordinance creating enhanced safeguards against environmental contaminations

Effort to create Milwaukee’s first official skate park gains approval from committee

The Housing Authority Must Be Brought to Account

Statement from Common Council President José G. Pérez September 20, 2023

Hispanic Heritage Month to kick-off Friday with community celebration

Statement from Common Council President José G. Pérez

Statement from Common Council President José G. Pérez

Statement from Common Council President José G. Pérez

Statement on the Assembly’s passage of AB 245

Common Council President José G. Pérez May 18, 2023

A new era begins for the Common Council, and for Milwaukee

Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez

César E. Chávez Day celebration happening Friday at City Hall

Hip Hop Chess Club worth checking out this weekend

Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez March 23, 2023

**Statement of Thanks**

From Common Council President José G. Pérez March 3, 2023

Police staffing study provides array of valuable recommendations

Joint statement from Common Council President José G. Pérez and Public Safety and Health Committee Chair Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa

Milwaukee Police Officer Killed in the Line of Duty

Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez

Special elections called to fill vacancies in three aldermanic districts

Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez November 28, 2022

Common Council Concludes 2023 City Budget Process

Joint statement from Common Council President José G. Pérez and Finance and Personnel Chair Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic

Mayoral budget vetoes to be taken up at Common Council meeting on November 22

Public input drives budget amendment that seeks to restore library and fire services

City Hall to host Hispanic Heritage Month event Friday, September 16

Young Leaders Encouraged To Apply for Openings on the Milwaukee Youth Council

The Youth Council has 17 members, one from each of the city’s 15 aldermanic districts and two at-large members. Currently, there are vacancies for districts 1,3,5,7,8,9,10,12,14,15 and one at-large spot.

Lead Enforcement Ordinance brings consequences for landlords’ inaction

Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez July 28, 2022

Council President Pérez eyes April 2023 special election for vacant 9th District seat

Grant would fund study of 20th Century Milwaukee religious architecture

March organizers and participants honored for amplifying need for more pathways to citizenship

Statement from Alderman José G. Pérez and Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa September 21, 2021

New Partnership Brings Additional COVID-19 Vaccines to Milwaukee’s Southside

Joint Statement from Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa and Alderman Scott Spiker 

Milwaukee’s south side loses beloved community member

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez August 31, 2020

Renters in need of assistance encouraged to utilize local resources

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez July 22, 2020

Heinous acid attack being probed as a hate crime, will have long-term impact on victim

Statement of Alderman Jose G. Perez November 2, 2019

Council approves resolution calling for visas for parents and spouses of DACA or TPS recipients

"I’m proud of all of my colleagues on the Council for showing their unanimous support for this important resolution."

Council approves ordinance protecting tenants in lead-exposure investigations

“Prolonged exposure to lead can have extremely dangerous health consequences, especially for children”

Firm commitment needed to bring streetcar to the South Side

Statement from Alderman José G. Pérez May 3, 2019

Gun discharge inside school could have been tragedy

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez April 24, 2019

Breakdancing on Mitchell Street Event on Saturday

At the event there will be a roundtable conversation featuring some of Milwaukee’s breakdancing pioneers representing different waves of the dance in Milwaukee.

Parranda event tomorrow at City Hall

Parrandas are musical festivities during the holiday season most common in Afro- Caribbean Latin American countries and parts of South America.

Coakley Brothers Awarded Green Luminary Award

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez - December 4, 2018

Mazorca Harvest Fest 2018 in Walker’s Point

Important Notification from Alderman Pérez

Alderman Pérez invites public to the Eighth Annual Doors Open Milwaukee Event

News release from Alderman Jose G. Perez

Concert this Thursday at Butterfly Park

This event is free and will feature Latin jazz from Cache MKE.

Alderman Pérez encourages retailers to apply for ‘pop up’ storefront

Application due June 6

Common Council approves full lead hazard review for city-owned properties

News release from Alderman Jose G. Perez and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

Alderman Pérez applauds J Balvin concert announcement

It is great to see the WESC following through with its earlier commitment to diversity by bringing in a global artist for its world-class facility.

Arts @ Large to hold gallery opening in honor of civil rights hero Vel Phillips

The event will be held Friday, April 20 at Arts @ Large, 908 S. 5th St., from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The energy and determination of the people is infectious

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez - March 9, 2018

Alderman Pérez voices gratitude for vigilance on proper DACA bill

Statement by Alderman José Pérez - March 7, 2018

Aldermen Peréz expresses his condolences after a fatal hit-and-run crash

Statement by Aldermen José G. Peréz - February 5, 2018

The Administration has Lost the Common Council’s Confidence in Addressing the Lead Issue

Unfortunately, we have a real problem and my district bears a huge burden because of poverty, density and the age of the housing stock.

Charges in nearly year-old murder offer hope of justice

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez - January 5, 2018

City Hall Parranda brings holiday spirit to Milwaukee

Parrandas are musical festivities during the holiday season most common in Afro-Caribbean Latin American countries and parts of South America.

Alderman Pérez offers condolences to family of crossing guard

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez - November 20, 2017

Common Council passes substitute ordinance on ATV operation

Anyone who violates Wisconsin’s ATV laws can be fined up to $250.

Eddie Palmieri Benefit Concert for Mexico and Puerto Rico Disaster Relief

Advance concert tickets are $40, and VIP packages are $150.

Aldermen Peréz voices disappointment in Mayor Barrett’s veto decision

Statement by Aldermen José Peréz

United Latino Fundraiser offers relief for disaster victims

The fundraiser will be at the Latino Family Expo and Festival, which includes family fun activities throughout the day.

Family friendly weekend: Mitchell Street Branch Library Opening, and Harbor Fest

Join Aldermen Perez and area residents as we celebrate two great events all in one weekend!

FPC right to see reform process through for Police Department

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez - September 21, 2017

Hit-and-run incidents show callous disregard for others

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez June 6, 2017

Hit-and-run death hits close

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez May 12, 2017

Work is complete for Water Quality Task Force

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez April 28, 2017

Cermak Fresh Market is hiring

Attend job fair April 27 and April 28

Remembering Frank González

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez April 24, 2017

Former City-Owned Home to be Featured on New Milwaukee-based HGTV Show

A new HGTV reality show will air its pilot episode this weekend featuring the renovation of a home in the 12th Aldermanic District.

The City of Milwaukee mourns a dedicated civil servant

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez March 23, 2017

Overwhelming support for our fellow citizens and for our ideals

Milwaukee could be the first city in the U.S. to officially declare its opposition to the travel ban.

New City of Milwaukee ID card now available to the public

Informational news conference set for Friday at City Hall

12th District neighborhood selected for 2017 Block Build MKE

Revitalize Milwaukee initiative will bring FREE improvements to properties

Ad mocking Bradley Tech students was vile

Ads like that belong in the recycling bin, and not on the pages of published magazines.

DPW Sanitation Services to Amend E-Notify Choices

Improvements coming to E-Notify system

Two MPD officers to receive honors for heroic actions while off duty

“The selfless actions of Detective Ayala and Officer Acevedo speak volumes about their sense of duty and their caring about the wellbeing of their fellow citizens.”

Public video art event on West Historic Mitchell Street

The event will feature video productions by more than 30 regional and national artists projected simultaneously onto exterior surfaces and within buildings.

Ciclovía MKE, South Side Bicycle Day, to feature car-free streets in Walker’s Point

Side Bicycle Day will provide free children’s helmets and will raffle off more than 600 bicycles and bike locks.

Tragedy is a sad reminder to buckle up, drive safe, follow rules of the road

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez November 11, 2015

City officials take on business leaders in basketball game to benefit Autism Speaks

A team of Milwaukee public officials will face off against business leaders from around the city in a basketball game and charity event to benefit Autism Speaks on Saturday, June 13 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Journey House.

The passing of Alderman Joe Dudzik

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez May 22, 2015

Ald. Pérez to propose stricter sex offender residency rules

Meeting on Wednesday will provide info about “troubling” developments

Alderman Perez seeks viewpoints on Walker Square

Community meeting to be held to discuss city's ideas for housing, public spaces, commercial areas, bicycles and pedestrians

Important city documents for businesses now available in Spanish

“Milwaukee is fortunate to have a growing population of small business owners from the Spanish-speaking community.”

Milwaukee Children’s Zone to address achievement gap on the near south side

Stakeholders from around Milwaukee’s near south side will be brought together in order to seek solutions to an achievement gap affecting less fortunate neighborhoods.

New location for Saz’s Catering opening in Walker’s Point

Saz’s Catering has announced that they will move their operations to 201 W. Walker St.

Again, the justice system fails Milwaukee

Joint Statement from Alderman José G. Pérez and Alderman Bob Donovan September 4, 2014

Historic Mitchell St. walk with Alderman Pérez and Mayor Barrett

Alderman José G. Pérez will be joined by Mayor Tom Barrett for a walk down Historic Mitchell Street.

Community JOBS Resource Fair is Monday, July 21

Event will showcase opportunities available during $450M NML HQ project

FPC nominees to appear at community forum tomorrow

Reappointed Fire and Police Commission member Kathryn A. Hein and new Commission appointee Steven M. DeVougas will take part in a public forum tomorrow (Tuesday, October 22) evening at La Luz del Mundo Family Services, 1570 W. Greenfield Ave.

Eighth annual Fatherhood Summit offers resources, advice for Milwaukee dads

Aimed at giving Milwaukee fathers the tools they need and providing some dads with a much-needed second chance, the Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative Summit kicks off this weekend with resource fairs, informational sessions and much more. The theme of this year’s eighth annual Fatherhood Summit is “Changing Milwaukee through Male Empowerment.” The event will be held this Friday and Saturday, October 4th and 5th from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Destiny Youth Plaza, 7210 N. 76th St. Conference admission is free and includes all workshops, resource materials, parking and a light breakfast and lunch. “A community with strong, responsible fathers in it is a strong community,” said Alderman José G Pérez, a speaker, guest and participant at the summit. “By providing dads with the information and resources they need to be good role models for their kids, we are empowering them to transform the next generation of Milwaukee citizens.” One focus area of this year’s summit will be the federal Affordable Care Act that came online this week. Summit workshops and informational sessions will explain to participants how the new system works, what their options are and how they can enroll. The summit will also feature a Health, Job and Resource Fair. Participants will have access to a variety of free health screenings, employers who are seeking to hire, and housing, education, job training, personal development and financial education programs and services. To pre-register or learn more, visit cr-sdc.org or MilwaukeeFatherhood.com. Onsite registration will also be offered. Agenda

Going green is good news for workers and the environment

Statement from Alderman José G. Pérez September 25, 2013

Information and assistance is available to help citizens deal with dangerous heat

Milwaukee police have reported several suspected heat-related deaths in the city during the most recent wave of hot temperatures.

Listening Session with Alderman Jose G. Perez

Alderman José G. Pérez is hosting a 12th District Listening session TONIGHT to meet residents and discuss issues that affect local neighborhoods and the city as a whole.

Alderman Pérez appointed to NLC national Hispanic leadership post

Alderman José G. Pérez has been appointed to serve as a member of the board of directors of the Hispanic Elected Local Officials (HELO) for the National League of Cities (NLC).

Alderman Pérez invites residents to Zilber Clarke Square Community Listening Café

Thursday, March 7, 2013 at 6:00 p.m.

District 12 welcomes Natural Resource Technology to the Freshwater Hub

Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez March 6, 2013

Alderman Pérez part of this week’s “Around the Corner” episode on MPTV

Each episode of “Around the Corner” is broadcast on Milwaukee Public Television, Channel 10.1.

Common Council to recognize state champion Saint Anthony soccer team

In just its third season since organizing, the fledgling Milwaukee Saint Anthony Roman Legion soccer program fought its way to a 27-3 record in its 2012 championship push.

Family needs assistance to help pay for 15- year-old daughter’s funeral

Alderman José G. Pérez is inviting residents to help the family of Brendaliz Morales Rodriguez, who died earlier this week after being shot accidentally by a sibling, according to the family.

Concerned citizen brings health and safety issue to light

I am very concerned about safety and health violations that have been brought to light related to the ongoing Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) demolition project of certain properties along the Kinnickinnic River.

Alderman Pérez will speak during fundraiser to help disaster victims

Alderman Pérez will speak during fundraiser to help disaster victims

Prayer vigil planned in response to beating death outside club

Residents will hold a prayer vigil this evening (Wednesday, November 7) in the wake of the fatal beating of Mariano Lopez.

Congregation plans prayer vigil tonight in response to parking lot shooting death

Parishioners at the St. Hyacinth Catholic Church will hold a prayer vigil this evening in the wake of a disturbing shooting that left a 35-year-old man dead in the parish’s parking lot this week.

Deadline is Oct. 1 to apply for NSP2 Homebuyer Assistance program

Participants are offered both financial and technical advice as part of the program.

Bradley Tech students to unveil Milwaukee Observatory in historic Walker’s Point

The Milwaukee Observatory will be open Saturday, Sept. 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Saturday, Sept. 22 and Sunday, Sept. 23 from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Rent-to-own initiative expanding on city’s near south side

A scattered-site project on the near south side of Milwaukee to renovate and transform vacant foreclosed homes into rent-to-own single-family homes is expanding, said Alderman José G. Pérez.