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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.
Nov 1st, 2016 by Milwaukee Riverkeeper
Release of Sylville Smith police video needed to bring peace to Sherman Park
Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey October 28, 2016
Oct 28th, 2016 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
“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.
Oct 25th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Mayor Barrett Statement on Former Milwaukee Common Councilman Paul Henningsen
“My condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
Oct 19th, 2016 by Mayor Tom Barrett
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.
Oct 11th, 2016 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Development Partners
Issues Request for Proposal for Martin Luther King library
Sep 28th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Library
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.
Sep 21st, 2016 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
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.
Sep 14th, 2016 by Milwaukee Works, Inc.
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."
Aug 19th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
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."
Aug 12th, 2016 by State Rep. David Bowen
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.
Aug 10th, 2016 by Milwaukee Riverkeeper
Milwaukee Public Library Announces Extended Service Hours
Hours expanded at four Milwaukee Public Library branches
Aug 9th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Library
