Built in 1895, Milwaukee City Hall was once the tallest inhabitable building in the world. It is the central building in the City of Milwaukee’s governmental functions, including the second floor mayor and common council offices and third floor council chamber.
From Guides to Historic Milwaukee: Juneautown Walking Tour by Mary Ellen Pagel and Virginia Palmer (1965)…
The first City Hall on this site, the Market Hall of 1861, contained civic offices on the second floor and a busy farmers’ market in stalls on the ground story. Chief designer of the present building was Armand Koch, son of the well-known Milwaukee architect, Henry C. Koch. When he undertook the design of City Hall, the younger Koch had just returned from study in Europe, where he had particularly admired the civic buildings of Belgium, France, and the Netherlands. His plans for Milwaukee’s governmental building reflect the influence of these European examples. High above the street in the City Hall tower is a ten-ton bell which has not sounded since 1922, when complaints about its noise became too numerous. When the bell was cast, the following words were inscribed on it:“When I sound the hour of dayFrom this grand and lofty steeple,Deem it a reminder, prayTo be honest with the people.”
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Nov 30th, 2016 by Michael HorneAACT introduces BRAVO! Youth Ensemble
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Nov 17th, 2016 by African American Children’s TheatreDavid Stearns’ Must-See Victorian Home!
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Jul 27th, 2016 by Schools and Communities UnitedFinal session in series of special Public Safety Committee meetings set for Monday
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Jul 22nd, 2016 by State Rep. Bob DonovanPassenger Train Community Forum Set for Milwaukee, June 22
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Jun 16th, 2016 by All Aboard WisconsinThe Two Homes of Rebecca Bradley
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Feb 9th, 2016 by Jeff BeutnerNate Hamilton Still Fighting for Justice
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Jan 12th, 2016 by Samama MahmudAladdin Brings Cafe to City Hall
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Jan 11th, 2016 by Michael HorneCommon Ground Pushes for Safer Streets
Common Ground urges Common Council to adopt school bus Stop Sign Ordinance
Nov 11th, 2015 by Common Ground Southeastern WisconsinMichael Carter-Williams’ River Hills Mansion
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Aug 12th, 2015 by Michael HorneMark Borkowski’s Quaint Ranch Home
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Aug 3rd, 2015 by Michael HorneCity Hall, 1880
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Jul 28th, 2015 by Jeff BeutnerThe House That Launched Riverwest 24
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Jul 20th, 2015 by Michael HorneNorth Point Light Keeper’s House Is a Jewel
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Jul 11th, 2015 by Michael HorneWilliam Minahan’s House of Big Debts
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Jul 1st, 2015 by Michael HorneThe Other Pabst Mansion
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Jun 17th, 2015 by Michael HorneShorewood’s “New” Frank Lloyd Wright Home
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Jun 10th, 2015 by Michael HorneDowntown, south side Local Business Action Team public sessions on tap
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Mar 11th, 2015 by Ald. Terry WitkowskiCity of Milwaukee Career Fair is Thursday
“City service encompasses a vast array of jobs and careers, and this event provides a prime chance to discuss opportunities with representatives from several city departments.”
Mar 11th, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy“The Kids Fall in Love With Her.”
Boys and Girls Club senior program manager La’Ketta Caldwell was nominated for a MANDI leadership award.
Feb 18th, 2015 by Naomi WaxmanKoch Agenda Wants No Federal Funds for Walking, Biking, Transit
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Jan 31st, 2015 by Angie SchmittCharlie Sykes’ Private Island
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Jan 29th, 2015 by Michael HorneNews conference Tuesday to explore proposals for eventual, extended streetcar routes
Several members of the Milwaukee Common Council and a member of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors will hold a news conference Tuesday.
Jan 19th, 2015 by Ald. Terry WitkowskiTV Star Dustin Diamond’s Cozy Cape Cod
Star of "Saved By the Bell" is charged with stabbing a man and could face years in prison. But Diamond does have a comfy abode in Port Washington to await his trial.
Dec 29th, 2014 by Michael HorneWill Journal Sentinel Become a Right-Wing Paper?
Marty Kaiser’s retirement and replacement by managing editor George Stanley will likely mean a more conservative paper.
Dec 11th, 2014 by Bruce MurphyMilwaukee Booster Lives in… Shorewood
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Dec 2nd, 2014 by Michael HorneArchitect Chuck Engberg’s First Place on the River
His condo offers unmatched views of the passing pleasure craft, coal barges and trains.
Nov 18th, 2014 by Michael HorneThe Modest Ranch Home of Ald. Joe Davis
The mayoral candidate lives in the Hampton Heights neighborhood where assessments have declined and crime has risen. Small wonder he's concerned about that issue.
Nov 11th, 2014 by Michael HorneCoach Wojo’s Mequon Manse
Will the Marquette Golden Eagles basketball coach bring some life to his new suburban neighborhood? One can only hope.
Nov 4th, 2014 by Michael HorneFrom the Hyatt Polaris Room
My goal was to duplicate the 1896 view of Milwaukee in the famous lithograph. Not quite, but great views anyway.
Oct 22nd, 2014 by Brian JacobsonRemembering Neil Shively
The longtime Milwaukee Sentinel Capitol bureau chief was a true character, and an inspiration to other journalists.
Oct 7th, 2014 by Steven WaltersAld. Bauman urges state to allocate more transportation funding to local projects
News release from Alderman Robert Bauman
Sep 9th, 2014 by Ald. Bob BaumanAfter lifting of cab cap, city will begin accepting applications for new taxi permits
For the first time in decades, applicants for a public passenger vehicle permit to operate a taxi in Milwaukee will be able to apply without regard for a cap on the number of permits issued, and receive provisional permission to begin operating the day of their application. On a unanimous vote, the Milwaukee Common Council passed legislation last month that did away with the cab cap and created a more streamlined application process, allowing drivers to sign an affidavit affirming their record is clean and receive a provisional permit immediately upon their application. The legislation will allow network companies like Uber and Lyft to operate legally, and Alderman Robert Bauman, who as chair of the Public Transportation Review Board helped author the legislation, said it creates a level playing field for all drivers while ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers. Alderman Bauman and City Clerk Jim Owczarski, whose office oversees the License Division, will kick off the application process with a news conference Tuesday at 8:15 a.m. Alderman Bauman said the first 10 applicants will receive a commemorative gift. Applicants are asked to visit milwaukee.gov/license and prepare their application materials ahead of time. What: News conference – First new taxi permit applications accepted When: 8:15 a.m. – Tuesday, September 2, 2014 Where: License Division, City Hall rotunda – 200 E. Wells St.
Aug 28th, 2014 by Ald. Bob BaumanKenneth Germanson to receive 2014 Frank P. Zeidler Public Service Award
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Aug 12th, 2014 by Ald. Bob BaumanThe Controversial Home of Mary Nohl
The 1925 bungalow and its trove of art is a place unlike any in the metro area and worth a visit -- before it gets torn down.
Aug 8th, 2014 by Michael HorneNew York Discovers Our Sinking City
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Jul 8th, 2014 by Michael HorneCommittee, police department to discuss 9-1-1 automated messages
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Jun 11th, 2014 by Ald. Terry WitkowskiWalk a Mile in the Mayor’s Shoes
Barrett wants residents to join him in walking 100 miles in 100 days.
Jun 2nd, 2014 by Lisa BonvissutoPostcard of Milwaukee, 1900
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May 13th, 2014 by Jeff BeutnerProposal would abolish taxi cab cap, allow mobile “rideshare” services
The new legislation will be introduced at the meeting of the Public Transportation Review Board that is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. tomorrow, May 9, in room 301-B of City Hall.
May 8th, 2014 by Ald. Bob BaumanCesar 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 by Ald. Tony ZielinskiGreater Milwaukee community brings home another win for basic needs
Match Day 2014 raises more than $3 million for food and shelter agencies
Mar 14th, 2014 by Greater Milwaukee FoundationSaengerfest and City Hall, 1868
The earlier City Hall was a converted market hall, here decorated for an annual German music festival.
Feb 18th, 2014 by Jeff Beutner“Sisters of Freedom” Display Showcased at the Milwaukee County Courthouse
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Feb 17th, 2014 by County Executive Chris AbeleCommittee to review effects of administrative driver’s license suspensions
The significant impact administrative driver’s license suspensions will be discussed tomorrow (Thursday, January 30) during the meeting of the Common Council’s Public Safety Committee.
Jan 29th, 2014 by Ald. Terry WitkowskiAlderman Donovan to honor transit worker fired after helping woman
Alderman Donovan to honor transit worker fired after helping woman
Jan 7th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob DonovanEntrants & Winners for Wisconsin Avenue Placemaking
The "Tournavation" event at City Hall included an expert panel and audience, which selected two winners from among 12 finalists.
Dec 11th, 2013 by Grace FuhrCity Hall Bell Tower Tour
70 photos capture the secrets of City Hall and views from the tower which countless people enjoyed at Doors Open.
Sep 23rd, 2013 by Dave ReidGoodbye to Historic Milwaukee
Opgenorth leaves HMI for job with Mandel, but still hopes to help build support for historic buildings.
Sep 18th, 2013 by Peggy SchulzJoshua Janis
"We are not just a Beer, Brat and Cheese state."
Sep 9th, 2013 by NewaukeeMayor Says Streetcar is “Trojan Horse”
Streetcar will be first leg of what he hopes will be a more extensive rail system.
Apr 17th, 2013 by Michael HorneYoung Professionals Discuss Sustainable Milwaukee
Second annual Young Professional Week features a panel discussion at City Hall on April 15th moderated by Urban Milwaukee.
Apr 9th, 2013 by Dave ReidPolitics & Poetry II
Aldermen join seasoned poets to tout today's election and celebrate the memory of poet Anita Brooks.
Apr 2nd, 2013 by Grace FuhrGirls’ Day at City Hall showcases public service careers for young women
The palette of speakers and role models for young women interested in public service continues to expand in the third annual Girls’ Day at City Hall, hosted TOMORROW, March 20, 2013 by Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs.
Mar 19th, 2013 by Ald. Milele CoggsFacing the Foreclosure Crisis
A packed crowd at City Hall listened to experts discuss the problem of foreclosed homes and possible solutions.
Feb 8th, 2013 by Grace FuhrCouncil President Hines & Ald. Witkowski to announce process changes for FPC confirmations
11:00 a.m. TODAY, January 17
Jan 17th, 2013 by Milwaukee Common CouncilIndonesian Consul General set for City Hall visit, welcome
Indonesian Consul General Andriana Supandy will visit City Hall this week to promote good relations and cooperative opportunities with Milwaukee, according to Alderman Joe Davis, Sr., chair of the Common Council’s Community and Economic Development Committee.
Jan 14th, 2013 by Joe Davis, Sr.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.
Jan 11th, 2013 by Common Council President Jose PerezNAACP’s One MKE town hall encourages civic engagement
The One MKE Summit begins at 9:30 a.m. and continues throughout the day with workshops starting at 11:30 a.m. and dealing with a variety of issues.
Jan 4th, 2013 by Milwaukee Common CouncilHands off Kwanzaa
Wisconsinites this week were once again subjected to the misinformed statements of a state senator who used a press release to attack the African American tradition of the celebration of Kwanzaa.
Jan 2nd, 2013 by Ald. Milele CoggsAlderwoman Coggs invites residents to Kwanzaa celebration tomorrow
Milwaukee Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs invites residents to a Kwanzaa celebration tomorrow, December 28 at 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall rotunda.
Dec 27th, 2012 by Ald. Milele CoggsMayor Barrett, City Employees and the Famous Racing Sausages to Pack Holiday Care Packages for Troops Overseas
The 6th Annual City of Milwaukee Holiday Care Package Drive benefitting Wisconsin’s 128th Air Control Squadron serving in Southwest Asia.
Dec 13th, 2012 by Mayor Tom BarrettMayor Barrett to Kick-Off 6th Annual Holiday Care
6th Annual City of Milwaukee Holiday Care Package Drive benefiting the men and women serving in the 128th Air Control Squadron serving in Southwest Asia.
Dec 3rd, 2012 by Mayor Tom BarrettHome Contest is a Big Winner
Most Improved Home Contest offers $7,000 in prize money, generates $164,000 in home improvements.
Nov 20th, 2012 by Jeramey JanneneAlderman Donovan to recognize heroic efforts of police aide, citizens
Alderman Bob Donovan to present citations to citizens who helped pull victims from a wrecked vehicle following a hit-and-run crash
Nov 19th, 2012 by State Rep. Bob DonovanBrandon Jennings’ Very Moderne Digs
Bucks guard is on 25th floor of The Moderne, right by Bradley Center and a floor above Monta Ellis.
Nov 16th, 2012 by Michael HorneMilwaukee Youth Council to hold inauguration ceremony
The City of Milwaukee Youth Council will hold an inauguration ceremony for its 2012-2013 term.
Nov 12th, 2012 by City of Milwaukee Youth CouncilPolitics & Poetry
Politicians and others try their hand at poetry in City Hall.
Nov 7th, 2012 by Grace FuhrMayor’s Committee to Host United Nations Anniversary Commeroration
The City of Milwaukee will be celebrating the ideals and impact of the United Nations on Wednesday, October 24, 2012 by hosting a presentation and reception in City Hall in honor of the 67th Anniversary of the United Nations Charter.
Oct 23rd, 2012 by Mayor Tom BarrettTop Stop at Doors Open Milwaukee
City Hall Bell Tower is a favorite destination during Doors Open Milwaukee.
Sep 26th, 2012 by Erik LjungCouncil members to discuss Williams case
4:30 p.m. TODAY, Sept. 25, 2012
Sep 25th, 2012 by Willie HinesMayor Barrett to Host Tournavation Pitch for Bloomberg’s Mayors Challenge Tonight at City Hall
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett has entered Milwaukee into The Mayors Challenge---a competition organized by New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s philanthropic foundation that challenges cities across America to find innovative solutions to problems, improve urban life and make city government work better.
Aug 28th, 2012 by Mayor Tom BarrettDonovan’s New Anti-Streetcar Allies
After three press releases in three days, the alderman holds a news conference with new right-wing allies.
Aug 16th, 2012 by Jeramey JanneneAlderman Donovan to announce new efforts in fight against streetcar
Alderman Bob Donovan will hold a news conference at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday, August 16) to announce new efforts in his bid to derail the proposed downtown streetcar project.
Aug 15th, 2012 by State Rep. Bob DonovanPublic deserves updates on City Hall repair investigation
While the chair of the Public Works Committee seems to be pre-occupied with doing all he can to keep alive possible options for preserving the crumbling Sydney Hih (an eyesore of a building), he is ignoring issues with our beloved National Historic Landmark – City Hall.
Jul 11th, 2012 by Joe DudzikMayor Barrett Encourages City Employees To Say “Not Me” To Diabetes
The City of Milwaukee is among the first public sector employers in the state to offer employees the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program, a 12-month lifestyle behavior intervention designed especially for people with prediabetes, the clinical precursor for type 2 diabetes. To screen its employees at the highest risk for diabetes, the City will host UnitedHealthcare’s 18-wheel mobile testing clinic at City Hall.
Jun 19th, 2012 by Mayor Tom BarrettMilwaukee’s Future – Today, June 18th
The Pabst Theater plays host to Envisioning the Seen: Milwaukee's Future tonight, June 18th. Ten Milwaukeeans and two moderators will hold an open-ended, fireside-style discussion, followed by an audience question and answer period.
Jun 18th, 2012 by Jeramey JanneneAuthentic Identity
Enhancing Milwaukee’s identity is an elusive endeavor. A city can both make and be given an identity. Some recent town center developments have tried to create identity with one massive all encompassing project.
Apr 11th, 2010 by Matthew TrussoniPublic Works Committee Holds Water Deal
Jeffrey Mantes the Commissioner of Public Works presented the progress of the City Hall Restoration Project. He pointed out that after two and a half years the project is meeting or exceeding the EBE, RPP and apprenticeship goals laid out for the project. Additionally he indicated that the project is targeted to be substantially complete by Thanksgiving 2008. Representatives from SEWRPC presented A Regional Broadband Telecommunications Plan which indicated SEWRPC’s belief that universal high speed broadband in necessary for continued growth within Southeast Wisconsin. SEWRPC set a goal of developing 20 megabit universal access throughout the region and discussed a wireless demonstration project that Kenosha is currently testing. The well presented need and existence of the demonstration project prompted Alderman Robert Bauman to ask the SEWRPC representatives to “march right down to the mayor’s office and set up an appointment”. Two resolutions regarding water sales to neighboring communities pointed out what regional cooperation does and doesn’t look like. First up was resolution 071313 which would of renewed a contract between the City of Milwaukee and the Village of Menomonee Falls for the purchase of water. During the discussion of this contract renewal it was pointed out by Alderman Robert Bauman that an amendment allowing the Village of Menomonee Falls to remove a legal constraint on selling water to neighboring communities without the City of Milwaukee Water Works approval was “giving a benefit for no consideration”. Despite contract terms limiting the amount of water the Village of Menomonee Falls can acquire from the City of Milwaukee Water Works, this amendment would of been a first step in opening the door for the Village of Menomonee Falls to begin selling water to communities outside of the basin. The committee held this resolution as it appeared that this small change in the contract had the potential impact of encouraging sprawl and further decentralizing the region. The second resolution, 071314, was a request by the Village of Elm Grove for the City of Milwaukee Water Works to explore the possibility of selling water to the Village of Elm Grove. Neil Palmer the Village of Elm Grove President suggested they would purchase water at wholesale or even at retail prices. Further he made it clear he would support the City of Milwaukee in a variety regional issue including improved mass transit within the region. This resolution was enthusiastically approved by the committee and will move on to the full Common Council for approval.
Jan 26th, 2008 by Dave ReidCity Hall Is Worth Every Penny
City Hall Originally uploaded by compujeramey Mike Nichols has an article in the Journal Sentinel lambasting politicians for their failings in properly estimating the cost of projects. Nichols gives me the feeling that he’s upset at Mayor Barrett for the expense of the City Hall and the coming need for a lift of the building (covered earlier on this site). Nichols acts as if City Hall is some giant sink hole that we as Milwaukeeans throw all our money into for no return and that is not an asset to Milwaukee anymore. He imposes upon me that his feeling is that we should have spent millions years ago to remove the wood pilings underneath and replace them with something else. As if the pilings that have lasted more than 100 years were a bad idea from the start, and that people should have known better. That politicians are continually draining Milwaukee of money to fix this building that’s fundamentally flawed. To paraphrase a recent Barrett quote I saw in the Shepherd Express ” it’s not like we’re putting hot tubs in”. Barrett is simply spending the money it takes to keep one of Milwaukee’s greatest landmarks operating and available for future generations. Nichols apparently disagrees with that idea.. It’s also a place some were already calling outmoded back in 1954, one that is now dwarfed by surrounding buildings and will continue to suck up money that could have been used on something new and inspiring.There’s at least the possibility that if taxpayers knew a few years ago what they were about to spend, they would have considered another, fully accessible, internationally admired Calatrava instead. We’ll never know because taxpayers have already made the leap that is now about to carry them all the way into the pilings under the basement. Only, I wouldn’t really call it a leap. It looks more like, without any real discussion at all, they were given a firm, silent, chicken-hearted push. If he’s so upset about City Hall and the money being spent, why doesn’t someone run for Mayor that is for a new City Hall? The simple reason is that a new City Hall would have the same cost overruns without the old world charm and history of the current building. The investment in City Hall is one that will preserve one of Milwaukee’s greatest landmarks. You can’t build 100+ year old buildings whenever you want. The building has stood the test of time and helps give downtown Milwaukee a distinct look and feel that is welcoming to visitors and respected by residents. City Hall doesn’t feature the glass casing like many new urban buildings or the massive parking garage that accompanies many of the large buildings in downtown Milwaukee. The building instead is a tribute to what Milwaukee has grown from, while pointing to the sky to demonstrate where Milwaukee is going to. As each new building rises around City Hall, the value of the distinct look of the building increases. It is […]
Oct 30th, 2007 by Jeramey JanneneCity Hall is Sinking
City Hall Originally uploaded by compujeramey Bad news, while Milwaukee City Hall will certainly look good on the outside in due time, it’s going to be a little bit shorter because the building is sinking. In the past 20 years it’s dropped about one and a half inches, so it’s nothing drastic, but still something that will have to be addressed long-term. The 112-year-old building sits on 25,000 wooden pilings that stretch 27 feet downward into what used to be a swamp. The pilings are under water, which sounds bad but is actually how they’re preserved. Trouble started when some of the pilings dried out. Don’t try this with your basement, but the solution has been to pump more water under the building. Fixing it apparently would cost about $15 million, which is something whoever is in office will let slide as long as they can to avoid having the expense from repairing the building’s facade and leveling the building out lumped into one sum that is labeled as $100 million fleecing of Milwaukee taxpayers.
Oct 29th, 2007 by Jeramey JanneneMarsupial Bridge Update
The concrete walkway of the Holton Marsupial Bridge will be poured beginning today.
Mar 28th, 2005 by Michael HorneVoting With The Mayor
Mayor Barrett’s office announced Monday that he would vote at City Hall at 1 p.m. Tuesday.
Oct 25th, 2004 by Michael HorneDem Challenge for Panzer Seat
The disarray of the Republican 20th Senate District has convinced the Democratic Party to field a write-in candidate for primary.
Aug 23rd, 2004 by Michael HorneNo Challenge to Hill Papers
But Halbrooks says Election Commission’s Extended Hours Helped Opponent
Jan 19th, 2004 by Michael HorneBuilding data on this page, including assessment information, was last updated on April 5, 2024
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