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Weishan to County Executive: “Where is Your Solution to the Pension Issue?”
Supervisor Says County Executive Must Propose a Solution to Pension Issue
May 16th, 2014 by Sup. John F. Weishan, Jr.
Dramatic Turnaround at Milwaukee County House of Correction
One year after County Executive Chris Abele took over the operations of the Milwaukee County House of Correction (HOC), the facility has seen a dramatic and positive turnaround.
May 16th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisor Alexander Urges Public to Learn About ‘Citizens United’ Before Referendum
The Milwaukee County Board has authorized a referendum question for the November 4, 2014 election ballot.
May 12th, 2014 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Supervisor Jursik Introduces Resolution to Restore Bus Access to Malls
New Ordinance Would Create a Disorderly Conduct Citation for Failure to Provide Full Bus Access
Apr 29th, 2014 by Patricia Jursik
The Time is Now to Move Forward on Transit
Supervisor Mayo calls on the County Executive to take immediate action and re-open the bid for transit.
Apr 28th, 2014 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Supervisor Alexander Stands Firm on “Bathroom Bill” Compromise
Milwaukee County Board Carelessly Blows Off Protecting the Public from Sex Offenders
Apr 25th, 2014 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Supervisor John Weishan, Jr., Praises Judiciary Committee for Approval of Referendum on Sales Tax for New Downtown Arena
Resolution Calls for Public Voice in Arena Decision
Apr 10th, 2014 by Sup. John F. Weishan, Jr.
County Executive Abele Thanks Governor Walker for Signing Bill to Improve Mental Health Care
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele thanks Governor Scott Walker for signing a bill today that will create an independent board of experts to oversee Milwaukee County’s Behavioral Health Hospital.
Apr 8th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Governor Walker announces April transportation payments to local governments
Governor Scott Walker today announced that payments totaling nearly $80.5 million for General Transportation Aids, Connecting Highway Aids and Expressway Policing Aids have been delivered to local governments from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).
Apr 8th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
African Americans and Latinos Losing Economic Ground in Milwaukee County and Nationwide
Milwaukee County Supervisor Khalif Rainey issued a statement following the release of the "State of Black America" report.
Apr 4th, 2014 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Milwaukee County Residents Finally Heard
Supervisor to Introduce Resolution Moving Board to Evening Meetings
Apr 2nd, 2014 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
County Supervisor is a full time job; Vote NO on the referendum
Tomorrow, April 1, spring elections will take place, and the results will have long-standing effects on our community.
Mar 31st, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Adams the Only Candidate to Support Bipartisan Mental Health Care Reform
Dan Adams, candidate for the 19th Assembly District, is praising the passage of a bipartisan bill that will put medical professionals, not politicians, in charge of mental health care in Milwaukee County.
Mar 21st, 2014 by Dan Adams
Transit Plus Service Does Not Provide Enough Accessibility to Southridge
Supervisor Patricia Jursik Says Bus Stop at Mall Entrance Still Needed for Safety
Mar 20th, 2014 by Patricia Jursik
Female Candidates Taylor & Ruiz will meet with business organizations in District 15
Special Election Candidates Forum held at Wisconsin Black Historical Society & Museum
Mar 12th, 2014 by Press Release
Millwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander Speaks in Support of Bills Pre-empting Living Wage Ordinance
Milwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander today testified before a joint Legislative committee in support of two bills that would preempt a "living wage" ordinance.
Mar 3rd, 2014 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Milwaukee County Supervisor John Weishan Calls for Advisory Referendum on New Sports and Entertainment Complex
Says Voters Have Already Approved Other Priorities Such as Parks, Recreation and Culture, Transit and Emergency Medical Services in 2008 Referendum
Feb 28th, 2014 by Sup. John F. Weishan, Jr.
Supervisor David F. Bowen Cites Brookings Study on Poverty
Says Study Justifies Living Wage Ordinance
Feb 21st, 2014 by State Rep. David Bowen
Statement of Supervisor Tony Staskunas Regarding Review Panel’s Rejection of Transit RFP
Milwaukee County Supervisor Tony Staskunas, Vice Chair of the Administrative Determination Review Committee, Issued the Following Statement on the Committee's Rejection of a Transit RFP
Feb 21st, 2014 by Sup. Tony Staskunas
County Board’s Flawed Decision Costs Taxpayers $76 Million
Today, a special committee hand-picked by County Board leaders, spent five minutes in open session and quickly voted to not allow the contract.
Feb 20th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander Supports Reallocating Money for Transit and Roads
Supervisor Deanna Alexander said today that she supported efforts by Milwaukee Ald. Bob Donovan to reallocate funding for a downtown Milwaukee streetcar.
Feb 20th, 2014 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. QUESTIONS Bill on Mental Health
Says Legislation Could Reduce Accountability, Looks Like More of the Same; He Questions How It Will Help Patients
Feb 3rd, 2014 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Statement of Milwaukee County Supervisor David F. Bowen on the County Executive’s Opposition to a “Living Wage” Ordinance
I’m disappointed that the County Executive has resorted to spreading misinformation regarding my proposal to replace poverty wages in Milwaukee County with a Living Wage ordinance.
Jan 29th, 2014 by State Rep. David Bowen
Milwaukee County Offices and Buildings Closed Tomorrow
The County is closed on Tuesday.
Jan 27th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee County Supervisor Khalif Rainey Proposes Minority Impact Statements for County Contracts and Grants of $300,000 or More
Proposal Would Ensure That At-Risk Minority Populations Are Considered in County Projects
Jan 23rd, 2014 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
County Executive Abele Celebrates the Life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will attend a number of events Sunday and Monday to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Jan 18th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
City’s pension fund outperforms state, Milwaukee County funds in 2013
The City of Milwaukee Employes’ Retirement System (CMERS) pension fund’s preliminary year-end results show the fund earned a return of 19.6%, gross of fees.
Jan 17th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic Proposes First Steps to New Solar Power Project
Creating Renewable Energy, Saving on Energy Costs, and Creating “Green” Jobs for Milwaukee County
Jan 15th, 2014 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Supervisor Russell Stamper II Calls for Transit to be Part of Capital Needs Discussion
Says Arena and Cultural Amenities Should Not Be Only Focus of Discussion
Jan 13th, 2014 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Lakefront Gateway Project Public Information Meeting
You are invited to attend a public information meeting to review and provide feedback on the conceptual alternatives being considered.
Jan 9th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Milwaukee County Cuts Electricity Use in 2013
Milwaukee County’s “Kill-a-Watt” Challenge to save money and cut electricity wrapped up a successful 2013.
Dec 30th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee County Supervisor David F. Bowen Hopeful of Veto-proof Majority on Living Wage Ordinance
Milwaukee County Supervisor David F. Bowen said today he remained hopeful that his “living wage” ordinance would pass the full County Board with a veto-proof majority of 12 votes after the Finance, Personnel and Audit Committee delayed a vote on the measure Monday.
Dec 17th, 2013 by State Rep. David Bowen
Statement on County Board’s Wage Mandate
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele released a statement today responding to the County Board’s consideration of a plan to mandate higher wages.
Dec 16th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisor Taylor Reaffirms his Strong Opposition to the Living Wage Increase Proposal
Supervisor Steve Taylor reiterated his strong opposition to the minimum wage increase proposal, to be considered today by the Milwaukee County Finance, Personnel and Audit Committee.
Dec 16th, 2013 by Steve F. Taylor
Milwaukee County Supervisor David Bowen To Hold News Conference on Living Wage Monday, December 16th at 9:30 A.M.
Supervisor David Bowen, with other members of the County Board and community, will hold a news conference on living wage at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, December 16, in the rotunda of the Milwaukee County Courthouse
Dec 16th, 2013 by State Rep. David Bowen
Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen Issues Formal Opinion Concerning Milwaukee County Board Confirmations of County Executive Appointments
Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen today issued a formal opinion to Milwaukee County Deputy Corporation Counsel Mark Grady.
Dec 12th, 2013 by J.B. Van Hollen
Abele’s Vetoes Lower Property Taxes, Increase Rainy Day Fund and Strikes a Compromise with Supervisors
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is issuing vetoes to the 2014 Budget that will lower property taxes $1.6 million while adding $2 million to the Debt Service Reserve, the County’s rainy day fund.
Nov 20th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee County Board Adopts 2014 Milwaukee County Budget
No Increase in the Tax Levy; Invests in Public Safety and Mental Health Services
Nov 12th, 2013 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Voting Underway for Courthouse Christmas Tree
Voting runs until noon on November 18th.
Nov 8th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee County Supervisors Weishan and Stamper Praise Board Veto Overide of Taxicab Resolution
Measure Designed to Lower Costs and Increase Service, Especially in Under-Served Areas
Nov 7th, 2013 by Sup. John F. Weishan, Jr.
Milwaukee County Board to Hold Budget Hearing Today at 4 P.M.
Milwaukee County War Memorial to Host Annual Event
Nov 4th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Milwaukee County Board to Hold Public Hearing on 2014 Budget at Milwaukee County War Memorial Center at 4 p.m. on November 4
The Milwaukee County Board will hold its annual public hearing for the 2014 County Budget at an earlier time, 4 p.m., on Monday, November 4, at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, 750 N. Lincoln Memorial, in the Memorial Hall on the third floor of the building.
Nov 1st, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Executive Abele Discusses 2014 Budget at WisPolitics Luncheon
The event starts at 11:30am at the Zilber School of Public Health, 1240 N 10th Street, Milwaukee.
Nov 1st, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisor Bowen Announces Series of Town Hall Meetings
Residents Invited to Speak About Milwaukee County Budget, Other Issues
Oct 29th, 2013 by State Rep. David Bowen
Overwhelming Support to Keep Pools Open
Donor Steps Forward to Help
Oct 29th, 2013 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Mental Health System Deserves Support, Not Blame
He Says Quality of Services for Mentally Ill Should Be Top Priority
Oct 25th, 2013 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Milwaukee County Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Sets Event to Benefit Homeless at Dineen Park on Oct 29.
Mayo, Volunteers Will Spend the Night in the Park to Raise Awareness of Homelessness, Gather Needed Winter Clothing and Supplies for Homeless
Oct 22nd, 2013 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Milwaukee County’s Christmas Tree Will be Chosen by Residents
Milwaukee County is putting out the call for the annual Courthouse Christmas Tree, this year the tree that makes the final cut will be chosen by residents.
Oct 21st, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisor Peggy Romo West Says Milwaukee County Board Has Set a Path for Mental Health Redesign of Today
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors has set the course for the significant expansion of mental health programming into the community and the downsizing of the residential units at Milwaukee County's Mental Health Complex, Supervisor Peggy Romo West said today.
Oct 9th, 2013 by Sup. Peggy A. West
Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Criticizes Move to Take Away Mental Health Authority From County Board
Milwaukee County Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. today said that any efforts to remove the County Board’s authority over the County’s mental health system are an attempt to place blame on the Board for mismanagement at the Behavioral Health Division.
Oct 9th, 2013 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Supervisors Demand Answers From County Executive on How He Intends to Fix His $1.5 Million 2014 Recommended Budget Error
County Executive Abele failed to introduce a zero percent tax levy increase budget.
Oct 2nd, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Supervisors Stamper, Weishan and Rainey Applaud County Board Approval of Taxicab Negotiations
They Call it a Step Forward to Increasing Quality, Service, and Availability of Taxicabs
Sep 27th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Abele’s Proposed Budget Won’t Raise Taxes, Invests in Mental Health & Public Safety
The $1.3 billion budget holds the line on property taxes while making important investments across Milwaukee County.
Sep 26th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee County Board to Hold Public Hearing on 2014 Budget at Milwaukee County War Memorial Center at 4 P.M. on November 4
The Milwaukee County Board will hold its annual public hearing for the 2014 County Budget at an earlier time, 4 p.m., on Monday, November 4, at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, 750 N. Lincoln Memorial, in the Memorial Hall on the third floor of the building.
Sep 26th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Abele’s 2014 Budget Features New Public Safety Initiative
The budget also provides the Sheriff the flexibility to avoid any Deputy layoffs while continuing to realign the department to focus on its core mission in a fully incorporated County.
Sep 25th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic Announces Board of Supervisors Internship Program
Interns will play an integral part in the daily functions of the Board, assisting County Supervisors with various projects related to public policy and constituent services.
Sep 19th, 2013 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Over $1 Million Requested to Duplicate Services
The resolution (File 13-746) is aimed at tapping into the County’s contingency fund – which is usually reserved for emergencies – in order to fund a campaign informing the public about the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
Sep 18th, 2013 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Milwaukee County Offers Help in ACA Enrollment
Using existing resources and staff, County Departments will help clients they are already serving understand and enroll in the ACA.
Sep 18th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee Moves Closer to a Competitive Taxi Cab Market
Transit Committee Approves Measure to Allow County to Negotiate an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County for Operation and Regulation of Taxicab Service
Sep 11th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Time for County Executive to urge reallocation of streetcar funds
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan September 11, 2013
Sep 11th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Supervisor David Bowen to Propose Living Wage Ordinance
Resolution Aimed at Getting Full-time Workers Above the Poverty Line
Sep 6th, 2013 by State Rep. David Bowen
Supervisor Taylor Sharply Criticizes Potential Living Proposal Suggested by his Colleagues at Labor Day Rally
Supervisor Taylor issued the following statement
Sep 3rd, 2013 by Steve F. Taylor
Milwaukee County Supervisors Weishan and Stamper Propose County Take-over of Regulation of Taxicab Service
Draft Measure Designed to Lower Costs, Increase Service, Especially in Under-Served Areas
Aug 9th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Board Supports Cultural Institutions, Unanimously Adopts Agreement that Honors Veterans and Protects Art
The Milwaukee County Board passed two measures Thursday that will move Milwaukee County forward and provide long-term sustainability for important public institutions.
Jul 25th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Courthouse Opening First Floor Services to the Public
Offices Opening at 10am
Jul 16th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Courthouse Opening Runs Smoothly
The Milwaukee County Courthouse reopened today for most court services and, with the exception of a few hiccups, things ran smoothly.
Jul 15th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee County Supervisor Peggy Romo West Applauds Board Vote on Eilers
Health and Human Needs Committee Chairwoman Demands Better Than the Status Quo at Behavioral Health Division
Jul 12th, 2013 by Sup. Peggy A. West
County Board Committed to Honoring Veterans, Protecting Art
Last-minute change could be a deal breaker for two local treasures
Jul 3rd, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Supervisor David Bowen Counters Supervisor Deanna Alexander’s Attention-Getting Claims
Says Alexander “Does Not Value the Truth,” Misleads Public About Board Activities
Jun 27th, 2013 by State Rep. David Bowen
Statement of Milwaukee County Supervisor David F. Bowen in Support of an Ethics Resolution by Supervisor Patricia Jursik Directing All County Officials to Refrain from Using County Funds to Purchase Commercials
Sheriff David Clarke has instructed his out-of-county and out-of-state pro-gun-lobby supporters to advocate to my office on his behalf.
Jun 19th, 2013 by State Rep. David Bowen
Statement of Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic Regarding the Signing of AB 85
The bill signing is taking place in Milwaukee County when the state legislative committees that heard this bill – which targets Milwaukee County – never held a single public hearing here.
May 31st, 2013 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
County Executive Abele Thanks Legislators for Increasing Child Support Funding
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele applauds members of the Legislature’s Joint Finance Committee for putting money back into the budget to support Child Support funding across the state.
May 22nd, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Executive Abele Thanks Assembly for Passing Reform Bill
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele thanks the Wisconsin Assembly for approving the Milwaukee County reform bill.
May 8th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Executive Abele Vetoes Board’s Plan
Veto Cites Legal Concerns and Lack of Clarity
May 2nd, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Local Reform Initiative is Misguided
Board actions turn good policy-making on its head
Apr 25th, 2013 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Milwaukee County Board Overwhelmingly Passes Bold Local Reform Package
15-3 Vote Dramatically Cuts Board Budget, Staff, Supervisors’ Salaries
Apr 25th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Executive Abele Announces Energy Saving Challenge
County Executive Chris Abele is announcing an Earth Day initiative to lower energy usage in county buildings, a move that will help the environment and save tax dollars.
Apr 22nd, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Abele, Barrett and Other Milwaukee Leaders Urge Legislature to Restore Transit Funding
A coalition of Milwaukee leaders are sending a letter to lawmakers in Madison asking them to restore cuts in transit funding and requesting that they maintain the segregated Transportation Fund.
Apr 15th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Executive Chris Abele’s Statement on the Passage of the Milwaukee County Reform Bill
The full Assembly is expected to take up the reform bill next week.
Apr 11th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Statement of Supervisor David Bowen Regarding the Retirements and Firings of County Executive’s Administration
Supervisor Questions Sudden Departures, Abele Administration’s High Turnover
Apr 8th, 2013 by State Rep. David Bowen
County Executive Abele Hires Economic Development Director
Teig Whaley-Smith, Economic Development Firm Founder and Adjunct Professor of Law at Marquette University, Joins Milwaukee County
Apr 8th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Statement on Pension Backdrop Lawsuit
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele released the following statement today about the lawsuit filed against Abele’s reform of the pension backdrop.
Apr 3rd, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisor Mayo Sounds Alarm on Transit Funding
Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr., District 7, is calling on Milwaukee County residents to contact their state representatives and senators to demand changes to the way Milwaukee County Transit services are funded in the state budget.
Mar 8th, 2013 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Art Museum, War Memorial Groups Claim Success in Negotiations
Board-Appointed Mediator Advances Recommendations to Committee of Milwaukee County Board
Mar 6th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Supervisors Meet to Highlight Local Economy
MMAC President Tim Sheehy to Present “Building a Partnership for Economic Prosperity”
Mar 1st, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Executive Abele Names House of Correction Superintendent
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele has named Michael Hafemann as the interim Superintendent of the House of Correction (HOC) in Franklin.
Mar 1st, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisor Bowen Expresses his Disappointment in the Recent Changes to 1290 WMCS-AM Talk Radio Format
Milwaukee Black Community Loses 1290 WMCS-AM Talk Radio
Feb 27th, 2013 by State Rep. David Bowen
Chairwoman Dimitrijevic Statement on Governor’s Budget
The state budget presented by Governor Scott Walker includes a number of positive items. We are excited with the grant funding for the VETransfer program, located in Milwaukee, which supports veteran entrepreneurs.
Feb 21st, 2013 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Supervisor Taylor Reacts to Milwaukee County Governance Reform Bill
Following the introduction of LRB 1340/2 in the State Legislature, a bill that aims at reforming Milwaukee County government, Supervisor Taylor issued the following statement.
Feb 19th, 2013 by Steve F. Taylor
Alderman urges caution as Milwaukee County considers the sale and disposition of county facilities
Statement from Alderman Robert J. Bauman
Feb 13th, 2013 by Ald. Bob Bauman
Supervisor Mayo Challenges County Executive Claims in State of the County Address
Milwaukee County Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. challenged several items in the State of the County speech delivered by the county executive on Monday, February 11, 2013 at the Oak Creek Police Department.
Feb 11th, 2013 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Unveils Countywide Governement Reform Initiative
“OUR Milwaukee County” Aimed at Comprehensive, Inclusive and Local Government Reform
Feb 8th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Milwaukee County Board Honors Local Social Justice Advocate in Observance of Black History Month
Board Set to Present Lauri Wynn with Citation
Feb 6th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Executive Abele Applauds Gov. Walker’s Commitment to Mental Health
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele applauds Governor Scott Walker’s announcement today of a $29 million investment in mental health programs and services.
Feb 6th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
A Proposal to Downsize County Board and Staff
An open letter to the residents of Milwaukee County
Feb 5th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Milwaukee County Accountability Program Promises Better Results for Youth
Supervisors Romo West and Mayo Announce Success in Juvenile Detention Program
Jan 24th, 2013 by Press Release
A conversation about changing local government: A response to state lawmakers’ plan to restructure the Milwaukee County Board
Alderman Jim Bohl of the Milwaukee Common Council and Milwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander meet regularly to discuss issues of mutual concern to their overlapping districts.
Jan 22nd, 2013 by Press Release
Wisconsin Mental Health Agencies Will Lose Out on Millions if Walker Rejects Medicaid Dollars
At a press conference Thursday morning health advocates highlighted a crisis fast approaching.
Jan 17th, 2013 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
County Executive Abele Orders Special Elections
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele announced today special elections will be held to replace two County Supervisors.
Dec 31st, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
Board Saves Taxpayers More Than $15 Million By Reforming Pension Backdrop
Board Approves Resolution to “Cap the Backdrop” Authored by Supervisor Lipscomb
Dec 20th, 2012 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
