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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.

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

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.

Aug 5th, 2016 by John Chisholm