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Fire and Police Commission’s reversal sends hope throughout the community
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Fire and Police Commission’s reversal sends hope throughout the community

Fire and Police Commission’s reversal sends hope throughout the community

Fire and Police Commission makes the right call
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Fire and Police Commission makes the right call

Fire and Police Commission makes the right call

Concerned citizen brings health and safety issue to light
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Concerned citizen brings health and safety issue to light

I am very concerned about safety and health violations that have been brought to light related to the ongoing Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) demolition project of certain properties along the Kinnickinnic River.

Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr.
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Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr.

Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr.

East Library Design Public Meeting
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East Library Design Public Meeting

The Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) will hold a public meeting TOMORROW, December 11th on the new East Library design.

Commission’s decision to reconsider should not be based on pressure
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Commission’s decision to reconsider should not be based on pressure

I am very disappointed that a mob of angry citizens has apparently persuaded the Fire and Police Commission to reconsider its decision to reinstate Police Officer Richard Schoen.

Alderman Davis selected for NLC National Black Caucus leadership post
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Alderman Davis selected for NLC National Black Caucus leadership post

Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. has been selected to serve as a special member of the Board of Directors of the National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials (NBC-LEO) for the National League of Cities (NLC).

Northwestern Mutual Announces Commitment to Downtown Milwaukee
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Northwestern Mutual Announces Commitment to Downtown Milwaukee

Planned office tower means 2,800 downtown jobs

Neighborhood Meeting Tonight
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Neighborhood Meeting Tonight

Meeting on the proposed location for a new Pizza Man restaurant.

Governor’s continued attempts to disenfranchise voters warrant arrest
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Governor’s continued attempts to disenfranchise voters warrant arrest

Statement of Alderman Ashanti Hamilton

East Library Design Meeting
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East Library Design Meeting

The Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, December 11th on the new East Library design.

Statement of President Hines on the passing of Felmers Chaney
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Statement of President Hines on the passing of Felmers Chaney

Statement of President Hines on the passing of Felmers Chaney.

Alderwoman Coggs elected to NLC National Black Caucus leadership post
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Alderwoman Coggs elected to NLC National Black Caucus leadership post

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs has been elected to serve as Region 7 Director of the National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials (NBC-LEO) for the National League of Cities.

Double-decker freeway, annexations among concerning options at I-94 hearings
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Double-decker freeway, annexations among concerning options at I-94 hearings

Double-decker freeway, annexations among concerning options at I-94 hearings.

Alderman Pérez will speak during fundraiser to help disaster victims
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Alderman Pérez will speak during fundraiser to help disaster victims

Alderman Pérez will speak during fundraiser to help disaster victims

Deadline for free foreclosure review program could affect thousands in Milwaukee
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Deadline for free foreclosure review program could affect thousands in Milwaukee

Deadline for free foreclosure review program could affect thousands in Milwaukee

Sewerage District to fund more than half of private lateral repair costs
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Sewerage District to fund more than half of private lateral repair costs

Sewerage District to fund more than half of private lateral repair costs

Common Council adopts “Buy Milwaukee/Buy American” proposal
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Common Council adopts “Buy Milwaukee/Buy American” proposal

The Milwaukee Common Council took a significant step toward reinvesting in the local economy Tuesday, passing Alderman Tony Zielinski’s proposal that will require the city to purchase certain Milwaukee-made goods when it’s fiscally feasible.

Neighborhood Meeting
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Neighborhood Meeting

Your input is important. I hope to see you there!

Alderman Donovan to recognize heroic efforts of police aide, citizens
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Alderman 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

Milwaukee County Board Raises Taxes $6.3 Million
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Milwaukee County Board Raises Taxes $6.3 Million

The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors was given the unique opportunity today to make history and decrease taxes for Milwaukee County residents; instead they choose to raise taxes to pad their own benefits and support their own pet projects.

Common Council Approves Picks for Housing Trust Fund Awards
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Common Council Approves Picks for Housing Trust Fund Awards

A total of $830,391 in Housing Trust Fund grants will help the homeless, low-income renters and neighborhoods affected by oreclosures

Prayer vigil planned in response to beating death outside club
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Prayer vigil planned in response to beating death outside club

Residents will hold a prayer vigil this evening (Wednesday, November 7) in the wake of the fatal beating of Mariano Lopez.

Supervisor Stamper Praises Board for Leadership in Cases Involving Death of a Person in Law Enforcement Custody
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Supervisor Stamper Praises Board for Leadership in Cases Involving Death of a Person in Law Enforcement Custody

Board overwhelmingly approves resolution outlining policy for Medical Examiner’s office

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

Mr. WEBO’s restaurant will serve up new take on Mexican to Bay View neighborhood
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Mr. WEBO’s restaurant will serve up new take on Mexican to Bay View neighborhood

A new restaurant serving Mexican food and even delivering to residents’ doors is the latest addition planned for the Bay View culinary scene, according to Alderman Tony Zielinski.

County Board Votes Against Taxpayers and For the Status Quo
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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.

Council votes to support County Board’s Medical Examiner legislation
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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

Clear Channel Outdoor will provide pro bono digital billboard spots for Milwaukee election info
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Clear Channel Outdoor will provide pro bono digital billboard spots for Milwaukee election info

Clear Channel Outdoor will provide pro bono digital billboard spots for Milwaukee election info.

Common Council prioritizes televising Fire and Police Commission meetings
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Common Council prioritizes televising Fire and Police Commission meetings

The Milwaukee Common Council today approved a motion by immediate adoption that prioritizes Fire and Police Commission meetings among the lineup of programming on City Channel 25.

CWNA annual meeting Thursday to feature elected official town hall
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CWNA annual meeting Thursday to feature elected official town hall

Aldermen Michael J. Murphy and Jim Bohl invite residents to the Annual Meeting of the Capitol West Neighborhood Association at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 18, 2012 at the St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church Hall.

“Buy Milwaukee/American” proposal passes committee, headed for Common Council vote
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“Buy Milwaukee/American” proposal passes committee, headed for Common Council vote

The full Milwaukee Common Council will vote October 16, 2012 on a proposal that would require the City of Milwaukee to purchase certain Milwaukee-made goods.

Alderman Donovan backs MPD, Chief Flynn on Williams case
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Alderman Donovan backs MPD, Chief Flynn on Williams case

While it appears to now be open season on the Milwaukee Police Department and its leader, I, for one, am standing squarely behind the dedicated and hard working men and women of the MPD and Chief Flynn with regard to the Derek Williams case.

Alderwoman Coggs announces 2012 winner of 6th District Landscape Award
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Alderwoman Coggs announces 2012 winner of 6th District Landscape Award

Again this year, residents were asked to nominate great landscaping or gardens and send in photos for judging.

I stand with the good men and women of the Milwaukee Police Department
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I stand with the good men and women of the Milwaukee Police Department

I am compelled to respond to comments that are being made publicly regarding the Milwaukee Police Department.

Pattern and practice of potential police misconduct warrants federal investigation
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Pattern and practice of potential police misconduct warrants federal investigation

Joint Statement from members of the Common Council

Mayor Barrett Announces “Freshwater Way” As the Winning Street Name to Replace “Pittsburgh Avenue”
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Mayor Barrett Announces “Freshwater Way” As the Winning Street Name to Replace “Pittsburgh Avenue”

Popular Contest Produced Hundreds of Suggestions

Common Council members call for County to codify changes in Medical Examiner’s procedures
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Common Council members call for County to codify changes in Medical Examiner’s procedures

Several Council members met with the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office on Friday (Sept. 28) to discuss concerns related to the Derek Williams case.

Neighborhood Town Hall set for TONIGHT
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Neighborhood Town Hall set for TONIGHT

Milwaukee Alderman Nik Kovac invites residents to share concerns and hear from local officials at a Neighborhood Town Hall meeting this evening (Tuesday, October 2).

Stirring words about freedom bring students scholarship awards
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Stirring words about freedom bring students scholarship awards

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs today announced the winners of the 5th annual Freedom Scholarship Essay Contest.

Citizens still waiting for answers about illegal strip searches
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Citizens still waiting for answers about illegal strip searches

Other Council members and I have recently been directing our efforts toward learning more about the tragic death in police custody of Derek Williams, and seeking justice for him.

Joint statement from Alderman Nik Kovac, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman José G. Pérez and Alderman Ashanti Hamilton
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Joint statement from Alderman Nik Kovac, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman José G. Pérez and Alderman Ashanti Hamilton

Today’s announcement that Pierce Elementary School and La Escuela Fratney have been chosen as GE Foundation Demonstration Schools is great news.

Meeting with medical examiner to be covered by Council President Hines & other Council members at 2 p.m. news conference
Common Council members question Medical Examiner on Williams investigation
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Common Council members question Medical Examiner on Williams investigation

In their ongoing efforts to provide clarity and transparency about the investigation into the tragic death of Derek Williams in Milwaukee Police custody, Alderman Willie L. Hines, Jr., Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Willie C. Wade and Alderman Ashanti Hamilton met with the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner this morning, expressing their concerns and seeking answers.

Common Council to deliberate on Mayor’s proposed 2013 City Budget
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Common Council to deliberate on Mayor’s proposed 2013 City Budget

Today, Mayor Tom Barrett delivered a 2013 proposed executive budget to the Milwaukee Common Council that provides some relief to property taxpayers, includes no employee layoffs and maintains police staffing, but also includes an agreement to have the city absorb police patrols in parks and 911 communications duties from the county.

Statement from Mayor Tom Barrett Concerning the Public Service Commission Ruling on the Milwaukee Streetcar Project
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Statement from Mayor Tom Barrett Concerning the Public Service Commission Ruling on the Milwaukee Streetcar Project

We agree with comments made by two of the three Public Service Commission (PSC) members that the Streetcar project is an exercise of the City’s police power, and that it is a benefit to the public’s health, safety and welfare.

Mayor Barrett Presents 2013 City Budget to the Common Council
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Mayor Barrett Presents 2013 City Budget to the Common Council

Homeowners Will See Services Maintained with Taxes and Fees Steady

PSC indicates in favor of City of Milwaukee on Milwaukee Streetcar utility issue
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PSC indicates in favor of City of Milwaukee on Milwaukee Streetcar utility issue

A majority of the members of the Public Service Commission expressed support today for the City of Milwaukee’s position that the Milwaukee Streetcar is a public works project just like roads, sewers and water main projects.

U.S. Attorney’s insight needed in Williams death investigation
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U.S. Attorney’s insight needed in Williams death investigation

We are respectfully requesting that the office of the U.S. Attorney conduct an investigation into the case of Derek Williams, who died last year while in the custody of Milwaukee police.

Common Council members to meet with Medical Examiner on Williams investigation
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Common Council members to meet with Medical Examiner on Williams investigation

The Common Council members intend to relay their constituents’ concerns to the Medical Examiner

Council members to discuss Williams case
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Council members to discuss Williams case

4:30 p.m. TODAY, Sept. 25, 2012

How will Milwaukee Police Department handle extra work?
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How will Milwaukee Police Department handle extra work?

I’m disappointed the Mayor didn’t find it necessary to brief more Council members on his plans.

Thanks to rally attendees, and Mayor Zeidler’s position on streetcars
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Thanks to rally attendees, and Mayor Zeidler’s position on streetcars

I firmly believe the big turnout is indicative of how strong the public opposition is to the massive boondoggle and waste of public money that is the proposed downtown streetcar.

Green Named 2012 Winner of Frank P. Zeidler Public Service Award
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Green Named 2012 Winner of Frank P. Zeidler Public Service Award

The Milwaukee Common Council will honor Mr. Green on Tuesday, September 25 prior to the start of its regular meeting at 9 a.m. in the third floor Council Chamber at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St.

Referendum push will be key focus at tonight’s anti-streetcar project rally at Serb Hall
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Referendum push will be key focus at tonight’s anti-streetcar project rally at Serb Hall

Alderman Bob Donovan will introduce an item for immediate adoption at Tuesday’s full Common Council meeting that (if approved) would require city employees to cease and desist from performing any tasks related to the downtown streetcar project until a majority of Milwaukee voters approve a referendum question asking whether they support construction of the massive public project.

Common Council Sets Standards for Elementary School Playgrounds
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Common Council Sets Standards for Elementary School Playgrounds

The Milwaukee Common Council today passed a measure that will require all new elementary schools in the city to provide a minimum amount of safe, open play space to help children stay healthy and active.

Alderwoman Coggs seeks word on status of strip search/cavity search investigations
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Alderwoman Coggs seeks word on status of strip search/cavity search investigations

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs sent letters today to Milwaukee Police Chief Edward Flynn and Fire and Police Commission Executive Director Mike Tobin (both attached) requesting status updates on the investigations into alleged illegal strip searches and body cavity searches by MPD personnel.

Public should pay attention to AG’s Voter ID Law effort
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Public should pay attention to AG’s Voter ID Law effort

Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs

Youth Council awards $100,000 for Milwaukee youth programs
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Youth Council awards $100,000 for Milwaukee youth programs

The City of Milwaukee Youth Council has allocated $100,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to six agencies that will use the money for initiatives ranging from health improvement and job skills training, to planting community gardens and preparing Milwaukee youth for college.

Candidates should make position known on Disclose Act
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Candidates should make position known on Disclose Act

American politics today is bursting at the seams with money, and most of it is donated anonymously. That lack of transparency is troubling to Alderman Michael J. Murphy and to members of the Common Council.

Where my loyalties rest
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Where my loyalties rest

I feel compelled to respond today to the comments about me that came from Jeff Fleming on behalf of the Barrett administration.

Alderman Donovan to announce new efforts in fight against streetcar
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Alderman 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.

We need a real public safety strategy, not another street roll call
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We need a real public safety strategy, not another street roll call

We need to fill the MPD officer vacancies and create a real public safety strategy for Milwaukee.

Alderman Donovan to Mayor: Start paying attention to Milwaukee
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Alderman Donovan to Mayor: Start paying attention to Milwaukee

How did the first moments of my first day of vacation begin (today)?

Growing Power food market grand opening POSTPONED
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Growing Power food market grand opening POSTPONED

Growing Power has announced that it is postponing the grand opening of its new Deli & Food Market located in Bronzeville.

Tragedy in Oak Creek
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Tragedy in Oak Creek

Joint Statement from Members of the Common Council

Growing Power food market grand opening in Bronzeville today
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Growing Power food market grand opening in Bronzeville today

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs will join Will Allen of Growing Power today to announce the grand opening of Growing Power’s Deli & Food Market located in Bronzeville in the King Commons Development at 2737 N. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Downtown janitors unanimously ratify new contract agreement
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Downtown janitors unanimously ratify new contract agreement

Downtown janitors today unanimously ratified a new contract agreement with the companies that clean the vast majority of Milwaukee’s large-scale commercial office buildings.

LEAP summer youth work program sees first graduating class
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LEAP summer youth work program sees first graduating class

Successful inaugural session of new program yields 17 young leaders; Alderman Willie Wade points to brighter future

Green Corridor news event Wednesday looks at progress made, plans to come
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Green Corridor news event Wednesday looks at progress made, plans to come

So what has happened in the past year since the City Of Milwaukee Common Council declared S. 6th St. from Howard to College to be Milwaukee’s “Green Corridor”?

Nominate someone for a 6th District Landscape Award
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Nominate someone for a 6th District Landscape Award

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs is once again looking for 6th District properties deserving special recognition for outstanding garden or landscaping efforts.

City health benefits now cover all families
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City health benefits now cover all families

The Common Council voted Tuesday to extend health and dental benefits eligibility to registered domestic partners of city retirees and to the children of all registered domestic partners.

WeTip has made a difference in Milwaukee
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WeTip has made a difference in Milwaukee

Today I had the pleasure of meeting with WeTip’s chief executive officer, Susan Aguilar, and Sue Mandell, WeTip’s national director. Very simply, I want to take this opportunity to give credit where credit is due.

Saying Bye – to Sydney Hih
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Saying Bye – to Sydney Hih

With today’s vote by the Common Council to not reconsider the vote we took earlier this month to lift the interim historic designation for Sydney Hih, I am hopeful that we can move forward to entertain possible new development projects at and near that location.

Common Council approves Milwaukee Jobs Act initiative
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Common Council approves Milwaukee Jobs Act initiative

The Common Council today approved creation of the Milwaukee Jobs Act -Transitional Jobs Program – a multifaceted effort to create employment opportunities for city young people and job seekers from areas of the city that have been particularly hard-hit economically.

Proposal seeks change to allow water negotiations with Waukesha for wider service area
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Proposal seeks change to allow water negotiations with Waukesha for wider service area

A Common Council resolution to be considered for immediate adoption tomorrow would amend a resolution approved earlier this month by the Council to allow negotiations with the City of Waukesha for water service to the city’s existing service area and to the area beyond its service area.

Important Bronzeville meeting info from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs
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Important Bronzeville meeting info from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs

Come and get an update on the Bronzeville redevelopment efforts and to meet the new Bronzeville Advisory Committee.

Garfield Avenue Festival comes to Bronzeville Saturday
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Garfield Avenue Festival comes to Bronzeville Saturday

The free festival brings neighbors together to celebrate with plentiful music and entertainment, food, prizes, games and children’s activities.

From the ashes: Rising to the occasion in Riverwest
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From the ashes: Rising to the occasion in Riverwest

I would like to offer my sincere thanks to all of the Milwaukee Fire Department personnel who responded to Tuesday’s five-alarm fire at 631 E. Center St. in Riverwest.

Film screening, event to mark Nelson Mandela Day
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Film screening, event to mark Nelson Mandela Day

Alderman Ashanti Hamilton and Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. are co-hosting a documentary film screening and event Wednesday marking International Nelson Mandela Day, in honor of the Nobel Peace Prize winner and former president of South Africa.

FREE art activities for kids in the 8th District!
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FREE art activities for kids in the 8th District!

Join A.W.E. artists to create paintings, masks, sculptures and many other imaginative projects to take home!

Debra Usinger to be posthumously recognized for her dedication and contributions to Milwaukee
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Debra Usinger to be posthumously recognized for her dedication and contributions to Milwaukee

Debra Usinger, a passionate supporter of Milwaukee’s downtown who dedicated her time and talents to numerous groups, will be posthumously recognized by the Common Council’s Community and Economic Development Committee

Rent-to-own initiative expanding on city’s near south side
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Rent-to-own initiative expanding on city’s near south side

A scattered-site project on the near south side of Milwaukee to renovate and transform vacant foreclosed homes into rent-to-own single-family homes is expanding, said Alderman José G. Pérez.

Public deserves updates on City Hall repair investigation
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Public 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.

TRUE Skool to hold community cleanup effort in Bronzeville today
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TRUE Skool to hold community cleanup effort in Bronzeville today

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs will be stopping by All People’s Church, 2600 N. 2nd St., today to support a new neighborhood cleanup, garden maintenance, and graffiti removal effort in the 6th District.

Bike-sharing program pedals to Public Works Committee
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Bike-sharing program pedals to Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss a resolution Wednesday (July 11) to create a bicycle-sharing program in Milwaukee that if approved could start up in spring 2013.

One big cavity in Journal Sentinel PolitiFact piece on fluoride
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One big cavity in Journal Sentinel PolitiFact piece on fluoride

When Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter Jim Nelson asked me this question in an email during his lead up to today’s PolitiFact Wisconsin article, I knew the truth COULD be the victim in a faulty verdict by our city’s “Judge and Jury” news media outlet.

Skyline Music Starts Tuesday
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Skyline Music Starts Tuesday

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs will join neighbors during Tuesday evening’s initial 2012 Skyline Music concert at Kadish Park, just south of E. North Ave. between the Kilbourn Park Reservoir and Commerce St.

Council paves way for Bay View art bus shelter
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Council paves way for Bay View art bus shelter

The Common Council today accepted a bequest from the estate of a former Department of Public Works (DPW) employee, paving the way for a portion of the money to be used to construct the Art Stop bus shelter at the triangle where S. Kinnickinnic Ave., E. Lincoln Ave. and S. Howell Ave. meet in Bay View.

Neighborhood business chips in to help Boulevard Theatre
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Neighborhood business chips in to help Boulevard Theatre

The din of busy shoppers, pedestrians and outside diners on the soon-to-be expanded sidewalks of S. Kinnickinnic Ave. in Milwaukee’s Bay View neighborhood will have minimal impact on the quiet ambience of the Boulevard Theatre.

Ribbon cutting Saturday for Garden District Farmers Market
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Ribbon cutting Saturday for Garden District Farmers Market

The grand opening of the farmers market sponsored by the Garden District Neighborhood Association will take place on Saturday, July 7 at S. 6th and W. Norwich (near Howard Ave.).

Neighborhood walk-through Thursday
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Neighborhood walk-through Thursday

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs will be having a joint neighborhood walk-through to address neighborhood safety concerns with Alderman Nik Kovac on Thursday, July 5, starting at 2 p.m.

Neighborhood walk-through Thursday
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Neighborhood walk-through Thursday

Alderman Nik Kovac will be having a joint neighborhood walk-through to address neighborhood safety concerns with Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs on Thursday, July 5, starting at 2 p.m. outside Club Timbuktu, 520 E. Center St.

Gordon Park July 4th Independence Day Celebration
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Gordon Park July 4th Independence Day Celebration

Make plans to attend tomorrow’s fun and festivities at Gordon Park at N. Humboldt Blvd. and E. Locust St.

Town Hall meeting tomorrow night at La Follette School
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Town Hall meeting tomorrow night at La Follette School

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs will host a 6th District town hall meeting tomorrow night (Wednesday, June 27) that will include discussions about city services.

Respect and Appreciate the Past by Ushering in the Future: Allow Sydney Hih  to be Demolished
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Respect and Appreciate the Past by Ushering in the Future: Allow Sydney Hih to be Demolished

As the Common Council member who has the privilege and the honor of representing the 6th Aldermanic District which encompasses a portion of the Park East where the Sydney Hih complex is located, I am urging my colleagues on the Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee to vote “aye” today on lifting the interim historic designation that was granted by the Historic Preservation Commission.

Alderwoman Coggs to present at expo on Sunday
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Alderwoman Coggs to present at expo on Sunday

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs will be a presenter during the Milwaukee Natural Hair Care Expo on Sunday (June 24, 2012) at the Milwaukee Academy of Math and Science Academy, 110 W. Burleigh St.

Garden District Farmers Market Starts Saturday
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Garden District Farmers Market Starts Saturday

Sponsored by the Garden District Neighborhood Association, the farmers market will be open from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and will operate each Saturday through October 20.

Statement on hearing regarding MPD crime statistics
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Statement on hearing regarding MPD crime statistics

To his credit, Chief Flynn put together an impressive presentation yesterday. The police department apparently reviewed more than 34,000 crime reports.

Watching the Watchdog – Joint Statement from Members of the Common Council
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Watching the Watchdog – Joint Statement from Members of the Common Council

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s recent investigations into the police department have misled the public about important facts relevant to the safety of our community.

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