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Priorities and services maintained in Council-approved 2014 budget
The 2014 amended city budget approved today by the Milwaukee Common Council addresses key priorities and maintains quality city services at current levels.
Nov 1st, 2013 by Willie Hines
Milwaukee budget for 2014 gets high marks in Public Policy Forum report
The non-partisan Public Policy Forum is giving the City of Milwaukee positive marks for the proposed 2014 city budget.
Oct 14th, 2013 by Ald. Michael Murphy
City pension changes projected to save more than $90 million
Pension changes approved today by the full Common Council will save the city approximately $93 million over the next 20 years, Alderman Michael J. Murphy said.
May 21st, 2013 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Supervisor Taylor Outraged at Apparent Finance and Personnel Committee Initiated Negotiations with AFSCME District Council 48
“It has become increasingly frustrating watching the drama between certain members of the Milwaukee County Board and AFSCME play out in the media.”
Apr 23rd, 2013 by Steve F. Taylor
New report casts doubts on sports venues economic impact claims
Alderman Murphy believes the report will be a valuable tool in the upcoming debate over the future of Milwaukee’s BMO Harris Bradley Center.
Apr 5th, 2013 by Ald. Michael Murphy
None better than city’s pension system, national report shows
The City of Milwaukee Employes’ Retirement System (CMERS) is rated at the top of city pension systems in the U.S., according to a report just released by the Pew Charitable Trusts.
Jan 16th, 2013 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Council members applaud 911 cell phone shift vote by County Board
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors today approved a compromise plan that will allow Milwaukee Police Department dispatchers to begin handling all 911 cell phone calls that originate in the city – a cooperative move that will save taxpayer dollars.
Dec 20th, 2012 by Milwaukee Common Council
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.
Nov 2nd, 2012 by Milwaukee Common Council
“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.
Oct 11th, 2012 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
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.
Sep 27th, 2012 by Milwaukee Common Council
