Milwaukee Common Council

‘Top Tier’ Restaurant Proposed For Capitol Drive

New eatery would serve soul food in former Jamaican restaurant space.

Mayor Criticized for Process of Choosing Wellness and Safety Leader

After three finalists came before public forum, Johnson chose someone else.

New Bar and Lounge Proposed For Villard Avenue

Taste Lounge Social aims to bring "something different" to the area, with wagyu, craft cocktails, jazz and more.

Caribbean Restaurant Proposed For Center Street

Jerkin' Me Crazy would showcase island cuisine with a soul food twist.

Downtown Dog Park Opens

23,000-square-foot park is first of its kind, part of larger riverwalk redevelopment.

Why the Pathfinders Union Struggle Matters

Workers at many nonprofits are under-paid and overworked, with high turnover.

Community bands together to start recovery from historic flooding

Joint Statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II August 11, 2025

Alders Burgelis and Zamarripa Urge Residents to Call 9-1-1 if Gunfire is Heard

Early morning shots fired incident went unreported by residents

Joint statement in support of Pathfinders Milwaukee workers

From Milwaukee Common Council members: Alderman Alex Brower, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic

Milwaukee Common Council Marks Milestone in Youth Protection with Unanimous Passage of Hemp-derived THC Sale Age Restrictions

Milwaukee Community Stands with Beloved Teacher and Mother Forced to Self-Deport

With growing support from Milwaukee residents, leaders, and advocates, Yessenia’s departure has been delayed.

False Statement Continues to Fuel Anti-Immigrant Sentimen

Joint statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II