Public Statement from Josh Zepnick, Candidate for Alderman, 11th District, Milwaukee’s Southwest Side
Mar 25th, 2024
County Online Budgeting Tool Falls Short
Voters who try to use it will find it allows budget cuts in few categories of spending.
Aug 1st, 20223rd Place candidate Saldivar for Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors 12th District endorses Zepnick
Mar 1st, 2022
How to Spend Less On Police
Milwaukee has a huge opportunity to consolidate law enforcement costs.
Sep 29th, 2020Josh Zepnick announces candidacy for 13th District alderman
“Too many South Side residents feel that the new economic investment either goes to really poor areas or already wealthy areas, with the middle ground often left paying more and more in taxes and fees.”
Jun 28th, 2019Rep. Zepnick – Rejects Call for Milwaukee Police Chief Election
"The suggestion that another political campaign is what Milwaukee needs to hire a Police Chief is beyond absurd and totally unworkable."
Jul 3rd, 2018Statement from State Representative Josh Zepnick
"I apologize to both women for my actions and for any distress that I may have caused."
Dec 2nd, 2017Rep. Zepnick statement on requiring Milwaukee Common Council Confirmation of Milwaukee Police Chief
I am strongly urging other Legislators to NOT sponsor this legislative proposal.
Jul 13th, 2017Representative Zepnick Supports Marcy’s Law for Wisconsin
“Protecting victim’s rights is of the utmost importance to ensuring justice.”
May 22nd, 2017Representative Zepnick Concerned About Legislation Authorizing Constitutional Convention
There is probably not a worse time to have a constitutional convention in our nation
Mar 29th, 2017Walker Should Emulate Kasich On Energy
Wisconsin should do more to embrace alternative energy as economic tool.
Feb 16th, 2017Rebuild The Domes
Joint city-county-state effort should rebuild domes and maximize its tourism potential.
Dec 29th, 2016Rep. Zepnick Speaks at Milwaukee Domes Grand Re-Opening, Calls for Community Engagement on Domes’ Next Steps
The grand re-opening event held today was a daylong celebration that included live Christmas music and a holiday floral show.
Dec 1st, 2016State Representative Josh Zepnick Applauds Milwaukee County Transportation Budget Proposal
“My colleagues at the state level should recognize the burden being placed on cities and counties across the state and provide a sustainable transportation fix.”
Sep 29th, 2016Zepnick Supports Consumer Protection Policies That Lessen Predatory Lending
There are currently no restrictions in Wisconsin preventing payday and car title lenders from gouging customers with high interest rates
Aug 2nd, 2016Mayor Tom Barrett endorses ReElection of State Representative Josh Zepnick, cites leadership on workforce development
Representative Zepnick is a former Chair of the Milwaukee Delegation and has served two Governors on the Council on Workforce Investment.
Jul 20th, 2016Representative Zepnick Attends UMOS Candidate Forum
Opponent Cabrera is a NoShow, Holds Campaign Fundraiser Instead
Jul 15th, 2016State Representative Zepnick named League of Conservation Voters “Conservation Champion” with 100% voting record
Zepnick is the most senior member of the Energy and Utilities Committee and co-authored the Clean Energy Jobs Act which stalled in the State Senate in 2010.
Jun 22nd, 2016South Side State Representative Josh Zepnick Calls on Leon’s Owner to Rescind Policy Requiring English-Only Communications
Zepnick wants owner Ron Schneider to immediately rescind the policy and establish a reasonable set of expectations that addresses both customer service efficiency and treating everyone with respect regardless of their ethnic background.
May 19th, 2016Rep. Zepnick Calls for Legislative Action on I-94 Corridor Construction
The overall goals of construction must be: reduced speeding, safer pedestrian and biking routes, and examination of transit only lanes to calm fast-moving traffic that is entering/exiting the Interstate system.
Jan 27th, 2016Rep. Zepnick joins Mayor Barrett and neighborhood leaders to celebrate improved roads near National Ave., Layton Blvd., and S. 27th St.
Two projects possible through nearly $4 million secured by State Rep. Zepnick
Nov 19th, 2015Transportation borrowing in Wisconsin is out of control
New revenue is needed now while gas prices are at an all-time low
Oct 20th, 2015Family Leave is Necessary for Wisconsin
It helps families and doesn't cost more for companies. Legislation requiring would be a win win.
Oct 14th, 2015Transportation Funding too Important to Wait
“Unfortunately, Republicans in Madison aren’t interested in making decisions. Wisconsin deserves answers, and solutions.”
Oct 5th, 2015Rep. Zepnick: Calls for Federal Investigation of BP’s Oil Refinery
Calls on Department of Energy to aid in getting refinery up and running
Aug 14th, 2015Zepnick’s leadership shines through
Rep. Zepnick Statement on Milwaukee Bucks Arena Signing
Aug 12th, 2015Transportation Funding is Critical to State’s Economy
More Borrowing is Fiscally Irresponsible
Jun 23rd, 2015Rep. Zepnick Proposes Transportation Funding for Wisconsin Communities
Zepnick’s plan allows cities or counties to tax gasoline at the pump with Wisconsin’s sales tax, and all revenue be placed in a local infrastructure fund
May 13th, 2015Walker’s Comments on Immigration out of Line
"To hear the Governor saying that these hardworking folks aren’t worthy of being Americans because they came here from somewhere else is deeply troubling."
Apr 22nd, 2015Zepnick lauds Supreme Court’s ruling in favor of Wisconsin businesses
“Wisconsin citizens should not be worried about being gouged.”
Apr 21st, 2015Representative Zepnick responds to attempts to undermine city regulation of Uber and Lyft
"Uber is a success story in Milwaukee and I think one of the reasons is due to reasonable and responsible oversight by local government to ensure public safety."
Apr 15th, 2015Zepnick Announces Run for Milwaukee City Council
South Side Democratic Legislator remains focused on improving workforce development with good paying jobs, safe and sound neighborhoods, rebuilding Milwaukee’s public infrastructure, and maintaining a strong education system.
Apr 6th, 2015Rep. Zepnick Says Ald. Donovan Owes Milwaukee an Apology
"I I hope Bob Donovan does the right thing and stands with the rest of Milwaukee who do not want a public infrastructure debate going into the toilet of racial and fear-mongering tactics."
Jan 27th, 2015Rep. Zepnick Proposes Middle Class Tax Cuts and a Fair and Responsible Transportation Funding
State Representative Josh Zepnick announced a plan today that would offer middle class tax cuts along with a fair and responsible transportation funding plan.
Jan 16th, 2015Rep. Zepnick calls for cap on Telco late fees
Rep. Josh Zepnick today called to restore the cap on late charges that may be charged to retail consumers of telecommunication services.
Nov 12th, 2014Zepnick blasts latest MMAC proposal to hit Milwaukee taxpayers
Rep. Josh Zepnick said the latest MMAC proposal to force referendums to raise taxes in Milwaukee is a disaster waiting to happen.
Oct 9th, 2014Representative Zepnick: Again Proposes Ideas and Invites Discussion on New Milwaukee Bucks Arena
Rep Zepnick Says No to Old Boys Club Deciding New Arena Plan
Aug 26th, 2014Build NBA Arena Next to Potawatomi Casino
City could create TIF district in valley on little-used land, state assemblyman proposes.
Jul 11th, 2014In Defense of Milwaukee
City is making progress on foreclosures and the report claiming 40% of mortgages are underwater is hogwash.
Jun 10th, 2014It’s complicated
The current economic crisis in Europe holds a mirror to America's - and Milwaukee's - most glaring and hard-to-solve problems.
Dec 4th, 2011