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What’s in a name? An intentional shift
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What’s in a name? An intentional shift

Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson - June 29, 2017

Plan to Replace Mill Road Branch Moves Ahead
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Plan to Replace Mill Road Branch Moves Ahead

MPL Project Receives Tax Credit Award from WHEDA

City, County Public Safety Agreement Wins Approval
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City, County Public Safety Agreement Wins Approval

Mayor Barrett, County Executive Abele announce partnership to improve public safety

What we need: A broad and holistic approach focused on prevention
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What we need: A broad and holistic approach focused on prevention

Statement from Alderman Cavalier Johnson May 9, 2017

Six Organizations Approved for Grants through the Milwaukee Employment/Renovation Initiative
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Six Organizations Approved for Grants through the Milwaukee Employment/Renovation Initiative

Up to 100 Tax-Foreclosed Homes Will Be Renovated in the Greater Sherman Park Area and Up to 100 Unemployed or Underemployed People will Get a Job.

City to Acquire Green Space on Conway Street in Bay View
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City to Acquire Green Space on Conway Street in Bay View

Land Provides a Buffer between Port and a Residential Neighborhood

Alderman Rainey grateful for BMO Harris Bank’s reinvestment in Sherman Park
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Alderman Rainey grateful for BMO Harris Bank’s reinvestment in Sherman Park

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey February 23, 2017

New City of Milwaukee ID card now available to the public
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New City of Milwaukee ID card now available to the public

Informational news conference set for Friday at City Hall

Common Council greenlights creation of Heroin, Opioid and Cocaine Task Force
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Common Council greenlights creation of Heroin, Opioid and Cocaine Task Force

The task force will build on the city’s partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin and data analysis by Alderman Murphy’s office.

Quorum Architects – Ayres Associates Chosen as Winning Design for  New Public Space in the Harbor District
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Quorum Architects – Ayres Associates Chosen as Winning Design for New Public Space in the Harbor District

Harbor District, Inc. plans to build the first phase of the winning design during the summer of 2017.

Common Council approves budget measure to boost Housing Trust Fund
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Common Council approves budget measure to boost Housing Trust Fund

Housing Trust Fund increase of $200,000 will boost supportive housing efforts

Alderman Murphy proposes smokeless tobacco ban
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Alderman Murphy proposes smokeless tobacco ban

Smokeless tobacco contains at least 28 known carcinogens and causes oral, pancreatic and esophageal cancer.

Common Council refocuses on neighborhoods in amended city budget
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Common Council refocuses on neighborhoods in amended city budget

News release from Alds. Ashanti Hamilton and Milele A. Coggs

Common Council Votes to Enhance STD Testing and Treatment
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Common Council Votes to Enhance STD Testing and Treatment

Planned Parenthood Praises Effort to Improve Community’s Health

City of Milwaukee and Bublr Bikes Complete Installation of 10 New Bike Share Stations
10th Annual Henry W. Maier State of Milwaukee Summit Addresses Race Relations
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10th Annual Henry W. Maier State of Milwaukee Summit Addresses Race Relations

Thursday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m. in the UWM Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Thanks Common Council for Their Support to Remove Estabrook Dam
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Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Thanks Common Council for Their Support to Remove Estabrook Dam

MMSD will be responsible for removing the Dam once it obtains the necessary DNR permits.

City of Milwaukee Votes to Rezone Estabrook Dam Land
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City of Milwaukee Votes to Rezone Estabrook Dam Land

The vote is an important step in the effort to ultimately remove the Estabrook Dam.

Release of Sylville Smith police video needed to bring peace to Sherman Park
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Release of Sylville Smith police video needed to bring peace to Sherman Park

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey October 28, 2016

What People Are Saying About the Estabrook Dam: “Worthless,” “A Waste of Money,” “I Want the Dam Gone”
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What People Are Saying About the Estabrook Dam: “Worthless,” “A Waste of Money,” “I Want the Dam Gone”

Here’s a look at what community members are telling County Executive Abele about the Estabrook Dam.

Mayor Barrett Statement on Former Milwaukee Common Councilman Paul Henningsen
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Mayor Barrett Statement on Former Milwaukee Common Councilman Paul Henningsen

“My condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”

Council Signs Off on “Ban the Box” Legislation for City Job Applicants
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Council Signs Off on “Ban the Box” Legislation for City Job Applicants

The Milwaukee Common Council on Tuesday approved legislation that will enshrine as law the City of Milwaukee’s practice of eliminating questions about prior criminal history from applications for employment with the city, according to the measure’s lead sponsor, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis.

Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Development Partners
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Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Development Partners

Issues Request for Proposal for Martin Luther King library

Council signs off on resolution creating the Office of African American Affairs
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Council signs off on resolution creating the Office of African American Affairs

The staffing makeup of the Office of African American Affairs will be determined in 2017 budget discussions.

Enough! It’s Time to Tear Down the Estabrook Dam
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Enough! It’s Time to Tear Down the Estabrook Dam

For years, there has been a consensus among the Milwaukee community that the dam should be removed.

Special message from Superintendent Driver
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Special message from Superintendent Driver

"As I have reflected on the week and on the actions and reactions of our community, it is clear that people are hurting."

Rep. Bowen addresses the upcoming “Blue Day Rally” and the necessity of police accountability in the community
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Rep. Bowen addresses the upcoming “Blue Day Rally” and the necessity of police accountability in the community

"What the whole state needs to hear. That Black Lives must matter and those who advocate for them need this community’s support too."

Removing the Estabrook Dam will not cost taxpayers 13 million dollars
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Removing the Estabrook Dam will not cost taxpayers 13 million dollars

Claim by homeowners organization that removing the dam would cost taxpayers millions is questionable at best.

Milwaukee Public Library Announces Extended Service Hours
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Milwaukee Public Library Announces Extended Service Hours

Hours expanded at four Milwaukee Public Library branches

District Attorney John Chisholm earns support of community leaders, elected officials, labor unions, citizen organizations, and law enforcement groups
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District Attorney John Chisholm earns support of community leaders, elected officials, labor unions, citizen organizations, and law enforcement groups

Chisholm, a veteran of the United States Army, was first elected in 2006 after serving 12 years as an assistant prosecutor, including leading the gun unit.

Mandela Barnes Announces Key Community Endorsements
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Mandela Barnes Announces Key Community Endorsements

Key Community Leaders and More Progressive Organizations Endorse New Leadership They Can Count On

Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly
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Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly

"I gladly endorse his candidacy for the State Assembly and look forward to working with him in the coming years, "said Milwaukee Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton.

Final session in series of special Public Safety Committee meetings set for Monday
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Final session in series of special Public Safety Committee meetings set for Monday

The effort is part of a larger Common Council initiative to engage community members, civic leaders and police in combatting the epidemic of criminal activity in the City of Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton endorses Milwaukee Co. District Attorney John Chisholm for re-election
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Milwaukee Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton endorses Milwaukee Co. District Attorney John Chisholm for re-election

“I am proud to endorse John Chisholm for another four-year term and look forward to continuing to partner with him in making our neighborhoods safer and stronger,” said Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton

Milwaukee County BRT Project Receives Wide Ranging Support from Community Leaders, Advocates, Business Groups and Riders
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Milwaukee County BRT Project Receives Wide Ranging Support from Community Leaders, Advocates, Business Groups and Riders

County Board and Milwaukee Common Council Committees Expected to Vote on BRT This Week

Public/Private Consortium to Invest in the YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee
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Public/Private Consortium to Invest in the YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee

These investments build on increased demand for Y programs, expanded community partnerships and continuous improvements to the Y’s operating model.

Celebrate Wisconsin Bike Week with Mayor Tom Barrett, Alderpersons, the Wisconsin Bike Fed, and Bublr Bikes
Common Council leading the way on multi-pronged public safety effort
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Common Council leading the way on multi-pronged public safety effort

Council president and members issue “All Hands Call” for peace

Bucks Statement on Milwaukee Common Council Vote
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Bucks Statement on Milwaukee Common Council Vote

The Milwaukee Bucks released the following statement from President Peter Feigin on the Common Council’s approval of the design for the new arena in Milwaukee

Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. Announces East Summerfest Place
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Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. Announces East Summerfest Place

From now on, the home of the company that produces “The World’s Largest Music Festival” can be found by its name at 639 E. Summerfest Place.

Council President Hamilton announces 2016-2020 committee assignments
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Council President Hamilton announces 2016-2020 committee assignments

News release from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton

Diverse coalition voices support for Alderman Hamilton as Council President
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Diverse coalition voices support for Alderman Hamilton as Council President

A diverse group of newly-elected and newly re-elected members of the Milwaukee Common Council today voiced their support for Alderman Ashanti Hamilton to serve as the next Common Council President.

Chantia Lewis Praises Common Council Action to Close Milwaukee Sex Offender Ordinance Loophole
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Chantia Lewis Praises Common Council Action to Close Milwaukee Sex Offender Ordinance Loophole

The Milwaukee Common Council took action to close the loophole by changing the Sex Offender Ordinance’s definition of residency.

Community Forum Urges WISDOT to Scrap I-94 Expansion
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Community Forum Urges WISDOT to Scrap I-94 Expansion

Community Members & Elected Officials Call for Smarter Transportation Investments

Wisconsin Working Families Party Continues Political Revolution With New Endorsements
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Wisconsin Working Families Party Continues Political Revolution With New Endorsements

After propelling State Sen. Chris Larson to a surprise win against County Exec. Abele, Wisconsin WFP works to establish progressive voting bloc in Milwaukee

Wisconsin WFP’s Marina Dimitrijevic Statement on Tonight’s Election Results
2016 State of the City
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2016 State of the City

Hmong American Peace Academy - February 8, 2016

Solving Our Parking Problem
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Solving Our Parking Problem

Man with the Plan Running for Alderman

Community Leaders Support Chevy Johnson
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Community Leaders Support Chevy Johnson

“I am honored and privileged to have the support of such wonderful community leaders and stakeholders,” said Johnson.

Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses Larson for Milwaukee County Exec, Progressive Board & Council Slate
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Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses Larson for Milwaukee County Exec, Progressive Board & Council Slate

New progressive coalition releases first wave of Milwaukee county endorsements, pledges to aggressively support slate in run-up to Election Day

Council will recognize state championship sports teams
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Council will recognize state championship sports teams

These two state championship teams will be recognized for their teamwork and victories during the 2015 Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association state volleyball and soccer tournaments.

Groundbreaking set for addition to MPS’ top-performing Fernwood Montessori School
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Groundbreaking set for addition to MPS’ top-performing Fernwood Montessori School

Tied to MPS' Regional Development Plan, which works to grow strong academic programs

Near West Side Business Improvement District Expansion Approved
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Near West Side Business Improvement District Expansion Approved

BID #10 to expand to cover the entire Near West Side Neighborhood

Bucks Statement on Milwaukee Common Council Vote
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Bucks Statement on Milwaukee Common Council Vote

“Today is a truly historic day for Milwaukee and Wisconsin, and the culmination of months of hard work from an incredible coalition passionate about our community’s future.”

Northwestern Mutual exceeding hiring commitment for downtown building project
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Northwestern Mutual exceeding hiring commitment for downtown building project

Report details involvement of small business enterprises and Milwaukee residents

Common Council will review arena plan in series of meetings beginning August 31
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Common Council will review arena plan in series of meetings beginning August 31

News release from Alderman Michael J. Murphy

Zepnick’s leadership shines through
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Zepnick’s leadership shines through

Rep. Zepnick Statement on Milwaukee Bucks Arena Signing

Chantia Lewis to Enter Milwaukee 9th District Aldermanic Race 9
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Chantia Lewis to Enter Milwaukee 9th District Aldermanic Race 9

Chantia has lived in District 9 for over ten years and is a small business owner, mother, wife, and veteran of the United States Air Force.

Citizen Leader Randy Jones Announces His Campaign for 7th District Alderman
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Citizen Leader Randy Jones Announces His Campaign for 7th District Alderman

“We're angry about our voices not being heard by the leaders who we elected to represent us.”

Council approves fast-tracking tax foreclosures
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Council approves fast-tracking tax foreclosures

The City of Milwaukee will now be able to fast-track the tax foreclosure process on vacant and abandoned homes.

Milwaukee Arts Board awards $213,500 to 33 organizations
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Milwaukee Arts Board awards $213,500 to 33 organizations

Steve VandeZande and Lori Bauman named Friends of the Arts

David Crowley Announces for 7th District Alderman
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David Crowley Announces for 7th District Alderman

“As a native and long-time resident of Milwaukee, I am proud to have an opportunity to run for Alderman of the 7th district.”

Meagan Holman Announces Candidacy for Milwaukee City Council, District 14
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Meagan Holman Announces Candidacy for Milwaukee City Council, District 14

Meagan Holman today announced her candidacy for Alderwoman in Milwaukee’s 14th district, which includes Bay View and parts of the South Side.

Continuing the search for solutions to tragic, senseless violence
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Continuing the search for solutions to tragic, senseless violence

Statement of Common Council President Michael J. Murphy April 16, 2015

Representative Zepnick responds to attempts to undermine city regulation of Uber and Lyft
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Representative Zepnick responds to attempts to undermine city regulation of Uber and Lyft

"Uber is a success story in Milwaukee and I think one of the reasons is due to reasonable and responsible oversight by local government to ensure public safety."

City seeks nonprofits to help administer Ald. Stamper-sponsored RICH program
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City seeks nonprofits to help administer Ald. Stamper-sponsored RICH program

New program sells certain city-owned foreclosed properties for $1.

Rep. Gwen Moore Honors Black History Month
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Rep. Gwen Moore Honors Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement:

Milwaukee Public Library Invites Community Input on Proposed Mixed Use Development for Mill Road Library
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Milwaukee Public Library Invites Community Input on Proposed Mixed Use Development for Mill Road Library

Community Meetings Scheduled for February 26th and March 4th

Streetcar vote a first step down the path to Milwaukee’s future
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Streetcar vote a first step down the path to Milwaukee’s future

Statement of Common Council President Michael J. Murphy February 10, 2015

Milwaukee Business Leaders Announce Support for Streetcar
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Milwaukee Business Leaders Announce Support for Streetcar

CEOs join other civic and non-profit leaders in urging Common Council to invest in Milwaukee’s future

Justin Bielinski for 8th District Alderman
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Justin Bielinski for 8th District Alderman

Justin Bielinski of Burnham Park announced his candidacy for Alderman in Milwaukee’s 8th District.

Milwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander Announces Support for Streetcar Alternative
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Milwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander Announces Support for Streetcar Alternative

Calls Ald. Donovan’s Alternative Transit Plan a “Logical Option”

Members of the Common Council Respond to Ald. Dudzik’s Remarks
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Members of the Common Council Respond to Ald. Dudzik’s Remarks

Joint Statement from members of the Common Council

A response to Alderman Joe Davis
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A response to Alderman Joe Davis

Statement of Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II January 23, 2015

Regarding the Tuesday community meeting hosted by Alderman Stamper
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Regarding the Tuesday community meeting hosted by Alderman Stamper

Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. January 22, 2015

Northwestern Mutual joined by five dozen Milwaukee and Wisconsin-based companies for downtown development
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Northwestern Mutual joined by five dozen Milwaukee and Wisconsin-based companies for downtown development

Group includes more than three dozen small business enterprises to help company meet hiring promises

Prominent Business and Civic Leaders Urge Support for Milwaukee Streetcar
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Prominent Business and Civic Leaders Urge Support for Milwaukee Streetcar

Open Letter in Support of The Milwaukee Streetcar

News conference Tuesday to explore proposals for eventual, extended streetcar routes
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News 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.

Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett goes “On the Issues” to discuss city’s upcoming streetcar project vote
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Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett goes “On the Issues” to discuss city’s upcoming streetcar project vote

On the eve of a pivotal Milwaukee Common Council vote, Barrett will make his case for the proposed Milwaukee streetcar project.

Streetcar will siphon away precious revenue, won’t help area of greatest needs in Milwaukee
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Streetcar will siphon away precious revenue, won’t help area of greatest needs in Milwaukee

Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. January 7, 2015

Red Arrow Park decision demonstrates need for additional reforms
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Red Arrow Park decision demonstrates need for additional reforms

Joint Statement from Common Council members Ashanti Hamilton, Russell W. Stamper II, Milele A. Coggs, Willie C. Wade and José G Pérez

Council asks state to study merger of Bradley Center, Wisconsin Center boards
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Council asks state to study merger of Bradley Center, Wisconsin Center boards

News release from Alderman Terry L. Witkowski

Milwaukee Public Library Recommends Development Partner for Mill Road Library
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Milwaukee Public Library Recommends Development Partner for Mill Road Library

The developer team of Maures Development Group, Common Bond and Engberg Anderson was selected.

Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Community Input
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Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Community Input

Developers to Present Proposed Plans for Mill Road Library at Public Meeting

City of Milwaukee Youth Council calls on Common Council to boost youthsupporting businesses
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City of Milwaukee Youth Council calls on Common Council to boost youthsupporting businesses

The City of Milwaukee Youth Council will ask the Common Council to do more to help promote youth-friendly retail businesses in the city

Alderman Donovan will seek petition drive for streetcar referendum
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Alderman Donovan will seek petition drive for streetcar referendum

Alderman Bob Donovan to launch a citywide petition drive to trigger a binding referendum on the borrowing for the downtown streetcar project.

Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Community Input
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Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Community Input

Developers to Present Proposed Plans for Forest Home Library at Public Meeting

A big league city needs big league public transit options
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A big league city needs big league public transit options

Statement of Alderman Nik Kovac November 19, 2014

Amendments double funding for STRONG Homes Loan program
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Amendments double funding for STRONG Homes Loan program

News release from Alds. Michael J. Murphy and Robert Bauman

City Unveils New Plan to Build on $2.6 Billion in Downtown Investment by Moving the Streetcar Project Forward, Adding Lakefront Line
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City Unveils New Plan to Build on $2.6 Billion in Downtown Investment by Moving the Streetcar Project Forward, Adding Lakefront Line

Plan Covers Lakefront Line, Utility Costs Without Property Tax Dollars; Operations Slated to Begin by 2018

Common Council finds opportunities for efficiencies in 2015 approved budget
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Common Council finds opportunities for efficiencies in 2015 approved budget

News release from Alds. Michael J. Murphy and Nik Kovac

Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Development Partners
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Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Development Partners

Issues Request for Proposal for Forest Home and Mill Road Libraries

Milwaukee Children’s Zone to address achievement gap on the near south side
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Milwaukee Children’s Zone to address achievement gap on the near south side

Stakeholders from around Milwaukee’s near south side will be brought together in order to seek solutions to an achievement gap affecting less fortunate neighborhoods.

Milwaukee Bans Financial Inducements by Charter Schools
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Milwaukee Bans Financial Inducements by Charter Schools

City of Milwaukee charter schools are now prohibited from giving money or gifts as incentives to enroll new students.

RICH program, selling city-owned foreclosed homes for $1, receives unanimous Council support
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RICH program, selling city-owned foreclosed homes for $1, receives unanimous Council support

ews release from Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

Clean Wisconsin Action Fund Endorses Charlie Fox for 5th District Supervisor
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Clean Wisconsin Action Fund Endorses Charlie Fox for 5th District Supervisor

The Clean Wisconsin Action Fund officially announced their endorsement of Charlie Fox for Milwaukee County Board Supervisor District 5.

Ald. Bauman calls Mayoral veto of home improvement loan program a “slap to the face” of Milwaukee homeowners
Historical record shows high-performing school was always part of Malcolm X redevelopment plan
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Historical record shows high-performing school was always part of Malcolm X redevelopment plan

Legislators' comments show lack of awareness of facts

Common Council approves historic designation, rezoning for McKinley School property
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Common Council approves historic designation, rezoning for McKinley School property

News release from Alderman Robert J. Bauman

Housing stock, affordable housing get boost from Common Council
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Housing stock, affordable housing get boost from Common Council

The Common Council has approved a new Housing Stock Improvement Program

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