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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
Where Dogs Go To Die
Critics of the MADACC animal shelter say it doesn’t do enough to prevent dogs from being euthanized.
Apr 17th, 2013 by Nastassia Putz
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
County Backdrops
Unions have filed suit to protect the infamous backdrops, which made many county employees wealthy.
Apr 4th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
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
New Front Door for Lakefront
Dramatic plan moves freeway ramps and creates a grand boulevard that connects downtown and the lakefront.
Mar 11th, 2013 by Jeramey Jannene
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
Jeramey Jannene
Yes, Urban Milwaukee's founder is an immigrant to the city. Why he loves it and would like to see improvements.
Mar 4th, 2013 by Newaukee
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
Walker’s Massive Borrowing Scheme
His increase in road spending and refusal to increase gas tax could leave state paying 25% of transportation budget to debt service.
Feb 19th, 2013 by Dave Reid
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
The Return of Sue Black
How she got the new job. And will she run against Chris Abele?
Feb 12th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
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
Don’t Downsize Milwaukee County Board
Milwaukee needs the best representation it can get, and that requires a full-time board.
Feb 6th, 2013 by Kieth Crum
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
County Lobbyists Asleep on the Job?
They should be working to get more state funding. But they’re too busy protecting the county board.
Feb 5th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Brian Taffora’s Piece of Suburbia
How dare you live in Cedarburg, said the Milwaukee County Board. So the economic development director quit rather than lose $91,000 selling his home.
Jan 25th, 2013 by Michael Horne
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
Biggest Taxer in Town
Over the last five years property taxes have been driven by just one of the five local taxing units: Milwaukee Public Schools.
Jan 15th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Why We Need a Part-Time County Board
For 125 years, the board was part-time. Then Tom Ament and company nudged it up to full-time. Why?
Jan 9th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Mental Health Care in Shambles at County Jails
Jails are overloaded with people with mental illness. A key Republican lawmaker wants to examine issue.
Jan 3rd, 2013 by Rory Linnane, Tegan Wendland and Kate Golden
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.
Still Defending the Infamous Pension Plan
County Exec Abele wants to cut back the lucrative backdrop provision. Why are supervisors delaying this?
Dec 19th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin Child Support Enforcement Association, Awards Committee
JeTaunne Richardson, Community Programs & Grant Manager for Milwaukee County, was awarded the Child Support Management Employee of the Year award.
Dec 12th, 2012 by Press Release
County Supervisors, Others to Call for End to Poverty Wages for Janitors
Contract for cleaning county buildings spurs concerns that public dollars fund family-sustaining jobs
Dec 12th, 2012 by SEIU Local 1
County Employees Celebrate Aaron Rodgers Day by Wearing Packers Gear, Donating to MACC Fund
County Employees Celebrate 12-12-12 by Wearing Packers Gear
Dec 10th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
Celebrate the 99th Annual City/County Christmas Tree Lighting
Mayor Tom Barrett, County Executive Chris Abele, and Ald. Ashanti Hamilton at Red Arrow Park
Nov 19th, 2012 by Tom Barrett
Cudahy War Memorial Tree Chosen as County Christmas Tree
The Cudahy War Memorial is donating a tree from their memorial at Sheridan Park as the 2013 Milwaukee County Christmas Tree.
Nov 19th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
Small Business Development Exposition Set for Thursday, November 29
Milwaukee County Community Business Development Partners
Nov 19th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
The High Cost of the County Board
We could save millions and improve efficiency by cutting the county board and its huge staff.
Nov 14th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Abele’s Vetoes Lower Taxes $6.3 Million
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will sign vetoes today that, if upheld, will lower property taxes for every resident in Milwaukee County.
Nov 13th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisor Taylor Joins in Celebrating Transformation of Landfill into World-Class Recreational Facility
City of Franklin site formerly known as Crystal Ridge Ski Complex gets new life
Nov 9th, 2012 by Steve F. Taylor
City Decides Election
More than 80 percent of Obama’s victory margin in Wisconsin came from Milwaukee.
Nov 8th, 2012 by Jack Norman
Chair of Committee on Economic and Community Development Calls on County Exec To Stabilize Economic Development Leadership
The Chair of the Milwaukee County Board Committee on Economic and Community Development is asking the County Executive to shore up the County’s leadership on economic development by adhering to Milwaukee County residency requirements.
Nov 8th, 2012 by Patricia Jursik
Small Business Development Exposition Set for Thursday, November 29
Interim Director Nelson Soler of Milwaukee County Community Development Business Partners (CBDP) is pleased to announce the 2012 Small Business Development Exposition
Nov 7th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Day Care Centers Face Financial Squeeze
State reimbursement rates are 13 percent lower than market rate, could force centers out of business.
Nov 7th, 2012 by Matthew Bin Han Ong
United County Board Approves 2013 Budget on 13-5 Vote
Two-thirds back plan to improve public safety, lessen impact on taxpayers
Nov 5th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Board 2013 Budget Blast: Nov. 5, 2012
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors, under the leadership of Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, has adopted the 2013 Budget today.
Nov 5th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Board 2013 Budget Blast: October 31, 2012
The Milwaukee County Board’s Finance, Personnel & Audit Committee is holding a series of budget hearings throughout October on the County Executive’s 2013 Recommended Budget.
Oct 31st, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Supervisor Jursik Prioritizes Long-Term Planning for County Facilities in Budget
Jursik gains colleagues’ support for her budget amendment aimed at downsizing facilities, lowering costs
Oct 31st, 2012 by Patricia Jursik
Who’s Right in County Budget Battle?
County Board Chair Marina Dimitrijevic trashes Abele’s budget. But did she improve it?
Oct 30th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
County Board Junks Bus Fare Proposal
Proposal to kill transfers and cut fares suddenly lost its supporters.
Oct 29th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee County Parks Prepares For Effects from Hurricane Sandy
The Milwaukee County Parks Department is preparing the Lakefront for expected impacts from Hurricane Sandy.
Oct 29th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
An Open Letter to the Residents of Milwaukee County
It’s time to set the record straight and, once again, to call on the Milwaukee County Executive to focus on collaboration.
Oct 29th, 2012 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
County Board 2013 Budget Blast: October 25, 2012
The Milwaukee County Board’s Finance, Personnel & Audit Committee is holding a series of budget hearings throughout October on the County Executive’s 2013 Recommended Budget.
Oct 26th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Global Rating Agency: Milwaukee County is on a Better Path
In another sign that Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is putting the County on the right path, Fitch Global Rating Agency has upgraded Milwaukee County’s bond rating from Negative to Stable.
Oct 25th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Board Committee Passes Fair Budget With Balance on Vote of 8-1
Public safety, economic development and Parks enhancement highlight budget that heads to public hearing at the Marcus Center on Oct. 29
Oct 25th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Board Votes Against Taxpayers and For the Status Quo
The Milwaukee County Board’s Budget Committee voted 9 - 0 today to raise taxes on Milwaukee County citizens.
Oct 24th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
County Board Budget Blast: October 24, 2012
The Milwaukee County Board’s Finance, Personnel & Audit Committee is holding a series of budget hearings throughout October on the County Executive’s 2013 Recommended Budget.
Oct 24th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County/City Parks Patrol Plan Will Save More than $5 Million Over Three Years
A just released analysis of the proposed Parks Patrol Plan between Milwaukee County and the City of Milwaukee shows that County taxpayers will save more than $5 million over three years.
Oct 24th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
The County’s Paradoxical Transit Proposal
A proposal to lower cash fares for county buses could actually increase the cost for many riders.
Oct 24th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Supervisor Alexander Seeks Peace Between War Memorial and Art Museum
Proposal would bring resolution to operational issues, fund services for veterans, and pave the way for Dryhootch partnership
Oct 23rd, 2012 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Chairwoman Dimitrijevic and Supervisor Broderick Develop New Funding Mechanism for Milwaukee County Parks
“Parks Amenities Matching Fund” supports Parks without tax levy on residents.
Oct 22nd, 2012 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Green Bay Packers Partner with Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is happy to announce a new partnership between the Milwaukee County Parks, United Way, the Green Bay Packers, and the NFL.
Oct 22nd, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisor Romo West Announces Two Town Hall Meetings
First meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 23
Oct 19th, 2012 by Sup. Peggy A. West
Supervisor Weishan Announces Three, Budget-Focused Town Hall Meetings
Meetings set for November 3, 7 & 8, 2012
Oct 19th, 2012 by Sup. John F. Weishan, Jr.
County Executive Welcomes “Flash Mob” to the Courthouse
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is happy to announce the Milwaukee County Courthouse will be the spot of a “flash mob” to raise awareness and celebrate the achievements of blind and visually impaired people.
Oct 18th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisor Taylor Announces Three Town Hall Meetings
First meeting scheduled for this Wednesday, October 17.
Oct 15th, 2012 by Steve F. Taylor
Supervisor Lipscomb Invites Residents To a Town Hall Meeting on the Budget
Milwaukee County Supervisor Theodore Lipscomb, Sr. invites 1st District residents to join him for a Town Hall Meeting focusing on the County’s 2013 Budget at the North Shore Library.
Oct 15th, 2012 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and Public Policy Forum Praise Abele’s Budget
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and the nationally respected, non-partisan, Public Policy Forum have both praised Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele’s 2013 Budget proposal.
Oct 14th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisor Bowen Expresses Concern, Sympathy in the Case of Brandon Johnson
Johnson, who was 25-years-old, died as a patient in the Milwaukee County Mental Health Complex
Oct 11th, 2012 by State Rep. David Bowen
2013 budget reflects improved Milwaukee County finances
Report cites continued steps toward financial stability but warns of big hurdles remaining.
Oct 11th, 2012 by Public Policy Forum
Too Many Cops in Milwaukee County?
The high cost of a huge sheriff’s budget and 19 local police departments.
Oct 3rd, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
October E-Update from Supervisor Jursik
October e-newsletter from Supervisor Patricia Jursik.
Oct 2nd, 2012 by Patricia Jursik
City Seeks Candidates for 2012 City/County Christmas Tree
Your tree could decorate Red Arrow Park for all to enjoy!
Sep 27th, 2012 by City of Milwaukee
The Latest Journal Sentinel Purge
Some big names could be leaving the ever-shrinking newspaper.
Sep 18th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Rich Park, Poor Park
Milwaukee County Parks is increasingly a two-tier system, with the worst maintained parks in poor areas.
Sep 14th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Wanna Buy Some Park East Land?
Sensing market interest, Milwaukee County is trying to sell a parcel of land -- for the third time.
Sep 11th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Parks Plan Has Problems
Cathedral Square / Juneau Park plan created with little public discussion and no design competition.
Sep 7th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Position on Parks District / Commission
I have decided to take a position on the concept of a Parks District / Commission. Here is my response to one of the supporters of the concept who discussed the idea with me earlier in the year
Aug 23rd, 2012 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Why Was Sue Black Fired?
The development is a shocker as Abele was a friend and supporter of the highly regarded parks director.
Aug 16th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
County Executive Abele Announces National Search for New Parks Director
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is announcing a national search for a new Parks Director to replace Sue Black. Black is no longer with Milwaukee County.
Aug 16th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
The Milwaukee Olympics
Why Milwaukee isn't likely to ever to host the Olympics, and why it would have been nice if Chicago did.
Aug 9th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
The Chicago Challenge
Economic cooperation with our massive neighbor could help Milwaukee. But Gov.Scott Walker stands in the way.
Jul 18th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
