Politics

United County Board Approves 2013 Budget on 13-5 Vote

United County Board Approves 2013 Budget on 13-5 Vote

Two-thirds back plan to improve public safety, lessen impact on taxpayers

County Board 2013 Budget Blast: Nov. 5, 2012
County Board 2013 Budget Blast

Nov. 5, 2012

The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors, under the leadership of Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, has adopted the 2013 Budget today.

Common Council makes cuts in approved budget, preserves property tax relief

Common Council makes cuts in approved budget, preserves property tax relief

The 2013 amended city budget approved today by the Milwaukee Common Council provides some property tax relief for residents, while holding steady on crucial city services.

Results from Today’s Milwaukee County Board Meeting

Results from Today’s Milwaukee County Board Meeting

A summary of items passed at the county board meeting.

County Board 2013 Budget Blast: October 31, 2012
County Board 2013 Budget Blast

October 31, 2012

The Milwaukee County Board’s Finance, Personnel & Audit Committee is holding a series of budget hearings throughout October on the County Executive’s 2013 Recommended Budget.

Supervisor Jursik Prioritizes Long-Term Planning for County Facilities in Budget

Supervisor Jursik Prioritizes Long-Term Planning for County Facilities in Budget

Jursik gains colleagues’ support for her budget amendment aimed at downsizing facilities, lowering costs

An Open Letter to the Residents of Milwaukee County

An Open Letter to the Residents of Milwaukee County

It’s time to set the record straight and, once again, to call on the Milwaukee County Executive to focus on collaboration.

Milwaukee County Board Raises Taxes While Sacrificing Service Level, Public Safety

Milwaukee County Board Raises Taxes While Sacrificing Service Level, Public Safety

The Milwaukee County Board’s Budget Committee has voted to put politics above the interests of the community.

County Board Votes Against Taxpayers and For the Status Quo

County Board Votes Against Taxpayers and For the Status Quo

The Milwaukee County Board’s Budget Committee voted 9 - 0 today to raise taxes on Milwaukee County citizens.

Supervisor Alexander Seeks Peace Between War Memorial and Art Museum

Supervisor Alexander Seeks Peace Between War Memorial and Art Museum

Proposal would bring resolution to operational issues, fund services for veterans, and pave the way for Dryhootch partnership

Council votes to support County Board’s Medical Examiner legislation

Council votes to support County Board’s Medical Examiner legislation

County Board file establishes new policy for ME in cases involving death while in law enforcement custody

Supervisors Invite Residents to “Tri-District” Budget Listening Session