Department of Administration

Gov. Evers Takes Action on 16 Bills

Council approves resolution related to ARPA fund distribution and tracking

Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance Program Payment of Internet Bills

Gov. Evers, Oneida Nation Chairman Hill Sign Compact Amendment Permitting Event Wagering

African American Roundtable Relaunches LiberateMKE Campaign

Coalition of Milwaukee Organizations Working to Get Real Decision-Making Power to Milwaukee Residents Through Participatory Budgeting.

Gov. Evers Announces $1.4 Million in Grants for Wisconsin’s Coastal Communities

Gov. Evers Announces More Than $140 Million for Wisconsin’s Tourism and Entertainment Industries

Millennial Task Force report received and has first recommendation approved

Gov. Evers Celebrates Wisconsin’s Continued Economic Recovery, Bounce Back from Coronavirus Pandemic

As Wisconsin economy rebounds, ranks among the best in the nation for shots in arms and low unemployment rate, governor reverses FY 20-21 lapses

Let your voice be heard (and help shape history) by taking the survey!

Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy and Alderman Cavalier Johnson

Building Commission Approves Nearly $87 Million in Projects in Wisconsin

Projects include nearly $66 million approved for Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center expansion

Rep. Todd Novak joins WHEDA Board

Make plans to attend the MKE Virtual Collaborative Urban Investment Town Hall Meeting

Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis, Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, and Alderman Cavalier Johnson

Council approves transparency file for receipt and distribution of ARPA funds

Gov. Evers Announces $50 Million to Support Kids’ Learning Opportunities, Mental Health

Beyond the Classroom grants help ensure access to learning opportunities and programming for school-aged kids

Artwork Comprised of Multiple Parts Showcased in Upcoming Racine Art Museum Exhibition

Let’s ask every Milwaukeean how we should rebuild our city

Committee discusses trio of files aimed at transparency, inclusion for ARPA funding

Comprehensive, inclusive process should dictate how federal dollars get allocated

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson April 2, 2021

Finance and Personnel Committee to discuss receipt and distribution of federal relief funds

Creation of citywide mental health needs assessment survey adopted at Council

Gov. Evers Proposes Legalizing Marijuana, Investing Portion of Revenue in Equity Initiatives and Rural Schools

Governor’s proposal regulates and taxes marijuana much like alcohol, generates more than $165 million annually beginning in Fiscal Year 2023

Ald. Bauman introduces resolution directing the City to lobby against I-94 reconstruction

Joint Statement on Acceptance of Federal COPS Grant

From members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton, Alderman Cavalier Johnson and Alderman Mark A. Borkowski

Racial equity and pandemic workforce files among those to be heard by committee

RENEW Wisconsin to host 10th Annual Renewable Energy Virtual Summit

Industry experts, policymakers, and advocates gather to highlight the diversity of technologies, people, and scale needed to shape our clean energy future

Watercolor Wisconsin 2020 Award Winners Announced

Racine, WI December 16, 2020

Racine Art Museum Extends Run of Exhibitions

Racine, WI December 14, 2020

Evers Administration Continues Efforts to Increase Health Care Workforce

Hintz Announces Office Staff Changes

Gov. Evers Announces Grants to More Than 650 Wisconsin Lodging Industry Partners

Gov. Evers Announces $15 Million in Grants Distributed to Wisconsin’s Live Music and Entertainment Venues

Racine Art Museum Holiday Art Competition Award Winners Announced

Racine, WI   November 19, 2020

Gov. Evers Announces $6.6 Million for Organizations Providing Out-of-School Care for Kids During Pandemic

Department of Revenue Collections, October FY2021 General Purpose Revenue ($ in thousands – rounded)

Kids From Wisconsin Receives COVID-19 Cultural Organization Grant Award

Milwaukee’s First Stage Receives COVID-19 Cultural Organization Grant Award

Gov. Evers Announces “Hope”Theme for 2020 Student Crafted Holiday Ornaments

Milwaukee County Board Approves $700,000 for Arts Organizations Impacted by COVID-19

Racine Art Museum Awarded COVID-19 Cultural Organization Grant

Racine, WI November _, 2020

Betty Brinn Children’s Museum Announced as COVID-19 Cultural Organization Grant Recipient

Gov. Evers Announces Cultural Organization Grant Awardees

Gov. Evers Invests $10 Million in Wisconsin Nonprofits

Grants support nonprofit organizations providing critical services as COVID-19 continues surge in Wisconsin

DWD Employee Linda Preysz Receives Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award

DWD also recognizes Honorable Mention recipient Geraldine Perry

Two years after Trump put a shovel in the ground, Wisconsin is still waiting on Foxconn to come through

Legislation to be heard relating to medical reports of persons killed/injured in officer involved incidents

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey October 13, 2020

Look for the Alternative Fuel Corridor Signs on I-94

Wisconsin DMV adds Saturday hours in Milwaukee

Locations, hours and safety measures improve opportunity to get identification needed to vote

Gov. Evers Announces nearly $50 million in COVID-19 Support for Wisconsinites

$47 million includes support for child care, healthcare navigators, food security, and energy and rental assistance

Gov. Evers Announces $8.3 Million for COVID-19 Testing at Wisconsin’s Private, Non-Profit, and Tribal Colleges and Universities

Step up and be counted in the 2020 Census

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Gov. Evers Seeking Nominations for Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award

Gov. Evers, DOA Secretary Brennan Announce More Than $36 million for Public Infrastructure and Facility Projects

Committee set to discuss DNC finances, recruitment and retention of high-level positions

Joint statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Alderwoman Chantia Lewis

Gov. Evers, WisDOT, DOA Announce $18 Million in Public Transit Grants for Wisconsin Communities

Grants will enable Beloit, Wausau, Sheboygan, Madison, Eau Claire, Racine, Green Bay, and La Crosse to purchase a total of 34 public transit buses

Cultural organization grant program aims to help financially-strapped arts providers

Gov. Evers Announces $5 million COVID-19 Cultural Organization Grant Program

There is still time to be counted in the 2020 Census

Troubling proposal seeks to harm cities that reduce funding for police

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey August 27, 2020

Residents encouraged to share their thoughts on City budget priorities

Ranell Washington joins WHEDA Board

Rep. Kalan Haywood II joins WHEDA Board

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report highlights public health measures taken by the Milwaukee Health and Fire Departments, Department of Administration, Election Commission, and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Greater Milwaukee Complete Count Committee Holds Community Kick-Off to Prepare for the 2020 Census

"The more people we count means more federal money and fairer elections."

Discovery World Announces Bryan Wunar as New President and CEO

A native of Joliet, Illinois, Bryan has received multiple awards in STEM education, including being named one of the “Most influential People in STEM” by the National Afterschool Association.

Governor Walker Appoints St. Croix County Judge and Ashland County District Attorney

Governor Scott Walker today appointed Attorney Scott J. Nordstrand to serve as a judge on the St. Croix County Circuit Court and Attorney David Meany to the position of Ashland County District Attorney.

Discovery World Names John Emmerich Interim President

Organization to launch search for President and CEO to replace Joel Brennan.

Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Health Policy Advisory Council, Transition Staff Additions

"Expanding access to affordable health care for Wisconsin residents is a top priority for our administration."

Governor Walker Announces 2018 Trailblazer Awards for Women in Business

17 Women Business Owners from Across Wisconsin to Receive Awards

Former Wisconsin Governor Tony Earl Endorses Matt Flynn for 2018 Gubernatorial Race

"I have known Matt Flynn for 40 years. He will be a strong and effective governor," said Earl.

Governor Walker Promotes Wisconsin Veteran-Owned Businesses as Part of #WIVetBiz Day

Approximately 11 percent of all businesses in the state, or 65,000, are veteran-owned.

Milwaukee-area auto dealer reprimanded

Odometer violations resulted in three-week suspension

Governor Walker Announces Winner of 34th Annual Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award

The annual award is given in honor of Virginia Hart, Wisconsin’s first female cabinet member.

Stockbridge-Munsee Urgently Calls Upon Governor Walker to Fairly Enforce State Gaming Compacts

It appears the Administration is applying different criteria to different tribes when considering the expansion of gaming in Wisconsin.

Rep. Shankland Responds to Release of Gov. Walker’s Receipts from State after Failed White House Bid

"Given that the Department of Administration has released receipts, I hope this means the governor will consider supporting the Wisconsin Taxpayer Protection Act."

Council approves 2016 budget focused on public safety, libraries and jobs

News release from Common Council President Michael J. Murphy and Alderman Nik Kovac

Governor Scott Walker Announces Non-Concurrence with Bureau of Indian Affairs on Kenosha Casino

Today, Governor Scott Walker informed the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) at the Department of Interior (DOI) of his non-concurrence with their determination on the proposed casino project.

New Report: Wisconsin Receives an “A-“ in Annual Report on Transparency of Government Spending

Wisconsin Highlighted as Most Improved State in the Nation

Milwaukee County Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Sets Event to Benefit Homeless at Dineen Park on Oct 29.

Mayo, Volunteers Will Spend the Night in the Park to Raise Awareness of Homelessness, Gather Needed Winter Clothing and Supplies for Homeless

Taylor statement on DOJ release of protesters’ private data

Walker protestors who’ve been cited by the Capitol Police at the noon-time Solidarity Sing-Alongs were provided private information about other protestors, including home addresses and social security numbers.

First budget day showcases a Tale of Two Budgets

Democratic JFC members note the Walker budget repeats the mistakes of the last budget that left Wisconsin 44th in the nation in job creation.