No money for police, lead hazard issues or infrastructure, but let’s pump up the streetcar we can’t afford
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski November 1, 2019
Nov 1st, 2019
Strauss debacle a reflection of Mayor’s overall fiscal irresponsibility and failure to plan
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski October 23, 2019
Oct 23rd, 2019
Mayor’s budget cuts deep, fall short
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski September 24, 2019
Sep 24th, 2019
Streetcar expansion plans irresponsible in light of Mayor Barrett’s proposed 2020 budget
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski August 16, 2019
Aug 16th, 2019
Opposition to streetcar gains stronger foothold
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski August 14, 2019
Aug 14th, 2019
Gambling Taxpayer Dollars on the Streetcar? Milwaukee is NOT Las Vegas
Statement of Aldermen Tony Zielinski, Bob Donovan, and Mark A. Borkowski June 28, 2019
Jun 29th, 2019
More streetcar amenities or fixed streets and better services?
Council committee will take up streetcar expansion at Tuesday hearing
May 20th, 2019
Community Coalition Undercut By City Health Department
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski April 16, 2019
Apr 16th, 2019
City’s misplaced priorities leaving residents and businesses buried this winter
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski February 18, 2019
Feb 18th, 2019
Fallen officer reminds us of immense sacrifice, service
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski February 6, 2019
Feb 6th, 2019
Alderman Zielinski’s resolution supports Tony Evers’ plan to boost minimum wage
"For almost ten years our minimum wage has remained flat while costs of living have increased."
Jan 4th, 2019
Ald. Tony Zielinski to Sponsor Legislation to Ensure Proper Coverage for City Employees Struggling with Addiction and Other Mental Health Problems
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski - December 17, 2018
Dec 17th, 2018
Gubernatorial candidates should share their plans for Milwaukee
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski - October 24, 2018
Oct 24th, 2018
Citizens deserve to hear from Bevan Baker in public proceeding
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski - October 22, 2018
Oct 22nd, 2018
North side’s first public handball court to be unveiled
News release from Alderman Tony Zielinski
Oct 15th, 2018
Mayor signs regressive parking meter tax legislation
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski - October 4, 2018
Oct 4th, 2018
Legislation would require solar for new small residential housing projects
News release from Alderman Tony Zielinski
Sep 13th, 2018
Council approves creation of special deputy health commissioner position
News release from Alderman Tony Zielinski
May 30th, 2018
Sterling Brown incident authenticates predictions from years past
Statement from Alderman Tony Zielinski
May 25th, 2018
Ascension contributing to health care disparity gulf in Milwaukee
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski - April 13, 2018
Apr 13th, 2018
Resolution Aims to Take Down Milwaukee Health Department’s Restrictive Communication Policy
This resolution will prohibit any policy which aims to stifle whistle-blowers.
Feb 1st, 2018
Resolution calls for Milwaukee Water to give public lead updates
Lead service lines make up about 74,600 properties in the city, including 68,300 residential.
Jan 17th, 2018
Anti-sexual harassment training policy passes Council committee
"Sexual harassment can create an intimidating, hostile, and offensive workplace."
Jan 10th, 2018
Council committee passes city field worker safety measure
News release from Alderman Tony Zielinski
Jan 10th, 2018
There Should Be No Golden Parachute for Chief Flynn
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski - January 8, 2018.
Jan 8th, 2018
Alderman Zielinski seeks review of DPW work that has been outsourced
Incidents at DPW worksites reflect lack of diversity, few city residents
Dec 11th, 2017
Alderman Zielinski calls for city employees to undergo sexual harassment training
"Everyone deserves a respectful and safe workplace."
Nov 30th, 2017
Mayor Barrett tells the Common Council not to politicize the Police Chief position, yet uses him for fundraising
Statement by Alderman Tony Zielinski
Oct 30th, 2017
Name calling from Mayor’s Chief of Staff will not be tolerated
Statement by Alderman Tony Zielinski
Oct 27th, 2017
Ald. Zielinski: Mayor diverts additional funding for streetcar that could go to more cops
City Hall news conference set for 8:30 a.m. Tuesday
Oct 23rd, 2017
Alderman Zielinski takes action to save police and fire positions
Alderman Zielinski drafted a resolution that would allow residents and corporations to donate to Milwaukee’s Police and Fire Departments.
Oct 17th, 2017
Alderman Zielinski announces the COP House initiative will move forward
The program is designed to address crime in challenged neighborhoods.
Oct 6th, 2017
Milwaukee should have red-light camera systems
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski - October 3, 2017
Oct 3rd, 2017
Public safety over the streetcar always
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski - October 2, 2017
Oct 2nd, 2017
Mayor Barrett Has Begged and Borrowed for His Streetcar – The Taxpayers Are All He Has Left
Statement by Alderman Tony Zielinski
Sep 29th, 2017
Alderman Zielinski tells Mayor Barrett: Cut the streetcar, don’t cut protective services
Statement by Alderman Tony Zielinski
Sep 27th, 2017
Alderman Zielinski leads new initiative to crack down on crime while offering educational opportunities
The model for the COP House has reduced crime by up to 70 percent in some areas that are using the program.
Sep 1st, 2017
Alderman Zielinski invites Bay View to participate in Music on the Porch
With all of Bay View’s musical talent, let's join in on the fun!
Aug 25th, 2017
Lead Transparency Resolution Challenges Health Department to Educate the Public About Lead in Water
News release from Alderman Tony Zielinski
Jul 13th, 2017
Resolution by Ald. Zielinski seeks tougher laws for violent offenders
Additional legislation would direct DOA to create emergency assistance plan for city employees who are on the job
Mar 28th, 2017
Murder of city worker hits close to home
Statement from Alderman Tony Zielinski March 24, 2017
Mar 24th, 2017
Kinn micro-hotel eyes January open in Bay View’s KK business district
The location takes advantage of the walkable neighborhood and the many nearby dining, tavern and theater options.
Nov 17th, 2016
City of Milwaukee Announces An Organics Collection Pilot Program
Residents in selected Milwaukee neighborhoods encouraged to participate
Sep 19th, 2016
Breakfast and lunch eatery coming soon to Bay View
Mr. Sanchez said the building will be restored to highlight the cream city brick used in its original construction, and an outdoor patio will also be created.
Aug 9th, 2016
Proposal seeks ballot measure on hiring 150 MPD officers
Alderman Zielinski co-sponsors measure, which is scheduled for hearing Monday
Jul 21st, 2016
Bublr to open in Bay View
Bublr Bikes has 30 stations, and has plans to build more than 100 bike share stations in at least four municipalities by 2018.
Apr 15th, 2016
Alderman Zielinski budget amendment would add 50 police officers
“We need every single police officer and position to wage the daily fight against crime in the city, and I don’t believe in cutting cops so we can add cops,” Alderman Zielinski.
Oct 29th, 2015
New micro-hotel planned for Bay View’s KK business district
Alderman Zielinski says upscale development to open next year
Sep 30th, 2015
Ald. Zielinski, MPD ready enforcement strategy for “Miltown Throwdown”
News release from Alderman Tony Zielinski
Sep 29th, 2015
Sheriff Clarke offers support for plan to address motorcycle issues
News release from Alderman Tony Zielinski
Aug 13th, 2015
“Miltown Throwdown” Disrupts Community
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski
Aug 12th, 2015
$40 million development moves forward
This $40 million project will result in the addition of 307 housing units.
May 5th, 2015
Combination grocery store, restaurant and bar opening in Bay View
“What we’re hoping for in Bay View is similar excitement for this very new, very different concept.”
May 5th, 2015
Meeting next week about future of At Random in Bay View
Alderman Tony Zielinski will hold public meeting on Monday, May 11
May 4th, 2015
Neighborhood bar “Revel” planned for former Studio Lounge in Bay View
Sean Pliss, owner of the Oak Lounge, plans to open his new business “Revel” sometime in May or June.
Apr 9th, 2015
Possible $40 million development eyed for Bay View
Alderman Tony Zielinski will hold public meeting Monday on project proposal
Mar 12th, 2015
Alderman Zielinski to host Art Stop Unveiling event Friday
Mayor Barrett, County Board Chairwoman Dimitrijevic also scheduled to participate
Oct 1st, 2014
Alderman Zielinski seeks halt to ‘anti solar, anti-renewable energy’ We Energies rate hike
News release from Alderman Tony Zielinski
Aug 25th, 2014
Ald. Zielinski: Body cameras should be included in city’s 2015 budget
Wearable body cameras for Milwaukee police officers should be included in Mayor Tom Barrett’s proposed 2015 executive budget
Aug 20th, 2014
Bay View bike and skate shop to upgrade its space
The Bigfoot Bike and Skate store in Bay View has signed a lease for a new storefront.
Jul 10th, 2014
Proposed ordinance would ban “puppy mills”
Proposed ordinance would ban “puppy mills”
Apr 22nd, 2014
Lazy Susan MKE set to open in Bay View
Culinary entrepreneur A.J. Dixon will open a new restaurant – Lazy Susan MKE – at 2378 S. Howell Ave. in Bay View.
Mar 28th, 2014
Cesar Chavez city worker holiday proposal to be heard by Finance and Personnel Committee
City employees would have the option of taking off on March 31 annually as a holiday observing the birthday of American labor and civil rights champion Cesar E. Chavez.
Mar 25th, 2014
Traffic Safety Art Project
Meeting announcement from Alderman Tony Zielinski
Feb 13th, 2014
Legislature’s wage proposal tramples on working families, local control
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski February 12, 2014
Feb 12th, 2014
New Business Opening Just Days Away
Lakeview Vapor, 2915 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., will be opening in the next week.
Jan 15th, 2014
Indoor entertainment center slated for 14th Aldermanic District
Attractions will include an inflatable sports arena, laser tag, rock climbing, inflatable obstacle courses with giant slides and free vintage arcade games.
Dec 6th, 2013
Group looking to open new restaurant in Bay View
A small group of investors is in the process of buying the former Home Bar property, located at 2659 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. in Bay View, Alderman Tony Zielinski said.
Oct 16th, 2013
New addition coming to Kinnickinnic Ave. business district
Cream City Swirl, a new business featuring an assortment of frozen yogurt, crepes and gelato, will be opening in Bay View in Business Improvement District #44 along S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Alderman Tony Zielinski said.
Sep 7th, 2013
Bay View residents fight back against assault with night walk
Alarmed and angered by a recent sexual assault, residents of Bay View will take back the night on Monday, joining together as a community to encourage neighbors to look out for one another and demonstrating their commitment to maintaining Bay View as one of Milwaukee’s safest neighborhoods.
Aug 22nd, 2013
Common Council members call on state to house sex offenders elsewhere
Members of the Milwaukee Common Council sharply criticized a state program that houses dangerous sex offenders in residential neighborhoods this week, calling it “disruptive to neighborhoods” and a “foolish waste of taxpayers’ money.”
Jul 23rd, 2013
Common Council committee signs off on support for Local First Milwaukee
Sponsored by Alderman Tony Zielinski, the resolution pledges Milwaukee’s backing of the effort, and appropriates $100 for the city’s 2013 Local First Milwaukee membership fees.
Jun 4th, 2013
Avalon Theater auctioning off vintage production equipment, seating
The renovation of the Bay View neighborhood’s historic Avalon Theater will take another step forward this week, as the owner of the building makes way for improvements by auctioning off vintage production equipment, projectors, lighting, popcorn machines and seating, according to Alderman Tony Zielinski.
Mar 12th, 2013
Common Council adopts “Buy Milwaukee/Buy American” proposal
The Milwaukee Common Council took a significant step toward reinvesting in the local economy Tuesday, passing Alderman Tony Zielinski’s proposal that will require the city to purchase certain Milwaukee-made goods when it’s fiscally feasible.
Nov 27th, 2012
Mr. WEBO’s restaurant will serve up new take on Mexican to Bay View neighborhood
A new restaurant serving Mexican food and even delivering to residents’ doors is the latest addition planned for the Bay View culinary scene, according to Alderman Tony Zielinski.
Oct 25th, 2012
“Buy Milwaukee/American” proposal passes committee, headed for Common Council vote
The full Milwaukee Common Council will vote October 16, 2012 on a proposal that would require the City of Milwaukee to purchase certain Milwaukee-made goods.
Oct 11th, 2012
Restaurant will be another high quality addition to Bay View and Milwaukee
Alderman Zielinski said Ciervo Blanco will be another high quality development and dining option for the neighborhood, the 14th Aldermanic District, and the city.
Oct 4th, 2012
Council paves way for Bay View art bus shelter
The Common Council today accepted a bequest from the estate of a former Department of Public Works (DPW) employee, paving the way for a portion of the money to be used to construct the Art Stop bus shelter at the triangle where S. Kinnickinnic Ave., E. Lincoln Ave. and S. Howell Ave. meet in Bay View.
Jul 6th, 2012
Neighborhood business chips in to help Boulevard Theatre
The din of busy shoppers, pedestrians and outside diners on the soon-to-be expanded sidewalks of S. Kinnickinnic Ave. in Milwaukee’s Bay View neighborhood will have minimal impact on the quiet ambience of the Boulevard Theatre.
Jul 5th, 2012
Public Safety Meeting
This is one of the safest and best neighborhoods in the City of Milwaukee.
Jul 2nd, 2012
Restaurant expansion another positive for Kinnickinnic Ave. business district
The owner of Guanajuato Restaurant, located at 2301 S Howell Ave., has purchased the vacant building at 2317 S. Howell Ave.
Jun 28th, 2012
