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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
Why the Huge Support for Shot Spotters?
Legislature votes 132-1 to expand Milwaukee program monitoring gunshots.
Apr 7th, 2014 by Steven Walters
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
New Study Shows Milwaukee’s Income Inequality
Research shows huge and probably growing gap between high and low incomes in Milwaukee County.
Mar 27th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
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
The Troubled Legacy of Tom Ament
Former county exec’s lucrative pension plan caused scandal, transformed Milwaukee politics, and led way for Scott Walker.
Mar 11th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
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
Private Email System Built in 2002 for Walker Staff?
County’s human resources assistant director tells State Journal Walker’s staff installed system in 2002.
Mar 3rd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Blurry Line Between Political and Government Work
Elected officials often have two cell phones but still blur line between political and public business.
Mar 3rd, 2014 by Steven Walters
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.
Renner Wanted to Buy O’Donnell Garage
Walker emails show Renner was a donor who contacted the 2010 gubernatorial campaign about buying and redeveloping the O'Donnell Parking Garage.
Feb 24th, 2014 by Dave Reid
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
How Walker Handled Open Records Request
Emails show his staff irked by requests and responding slowly, except when it benefits Walker.
Feb 21st, 2014 by Bill Lueders
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
Will Taxicab Issue Ever Be Settled?
City Attorney’s legal opinion helps clarify things, but it’s still a contentious issue.
Jan 21st, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
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
Is Zamarripa’s Democratic Challenger Really Republican?
He's just 18, but candidate Vincent Synowicz is already mastering the slick verbal skills of a veteran politician.
Jan 16th, 2014 by Michael Horne
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
Why I’m Boycotting the Farmers Market
Though the state signed an MOU promising to snow plow the bike trail leading to the Winter Farmers Market, they aren't doing it.
Jan 10th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
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
Telephone Company Rip-Off
Now that the telecom industry is deregulated, AT&T can gouge customers with late fees.
Jan 7th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Our 2014 Wish List
Bruce Murphy, Dave Reid and Jeramey Jannene offer their take on how to build a better city.
Jan 6th, 2014 by Urban 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
The Disconnected City
New study shows no way for workers to get to jobs. What are its solutions?
Dec 19th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
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
Tom Ament Strikes Again
Author of infamous pension plan also devised a 1990 measure giving supervisors unconstitutional power over executive appointees.
Dec 17th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
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
The Legacy of Betty Quadracci
Her impact on local journalism and the creation of Quad/Graphics was great -- and greatly underestimated.
Dec 10th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
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.
The Nuclear Option
Supervisors nuke Chris Abele’s staff salaries. Will this hurt the county?
Nov 7th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
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
How to Nab Bad Guys
ShotSpotter has become a key tool for city police, but Walker says no to funding and Abele says yes.
Oct 10th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
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
David Clarke the False Conservative
Sheriff Clarke claims the right to spend as much as he wants, while the media ignores this and simply reports on his rants.
Oct 3rd, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
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
In Defense of County Bus System
MTS has done a great job of running county transit and shouldn’t be replaced.
Sep 24th, 2013 by Bill Sell
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
The Man Who Retired the Museum’s Debt
Milwaukee Public Museum President Jay Williams will step down in February. Can the museum build on his legacy?
Sep 18th, 2013 by Brian Jacobson
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
World Naked Bike Ride Coming!
Next July Milwaukee strips down to join 70 cities globally that hold naked bike rides.
Aug 26th, 2013 by Dave Reid
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
Abele Dumps County Transit Company
Public bidding process awards bus contract to for-profit company.
Jul 29th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
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
Cities Lead the Way
Latest census figures shows all state population growth in urban areas.
Jul 3rd, 2013 by Bruce Thompson
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
The Curious Case of Kimberly Walker
The board is angry at Abele so they fired Walker. Go figure.
Jul 2nd, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
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
