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Milwaukee County DHHS launches new energy assistance application program
Community events on Saturday, September 26 aim to raise awareness, help people apply
Sep 24th, 2015 by Milwaukee County
County Board Committee Passes Resolution Protesting MPS Takeover
Measure Expresses Opposition to Law Allowing MPS Takeover by County Executive, Calls for County Executive to Advocate for Repeal
Sep 18th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Approves Near West Side Economic Development Fund
Additional $1.6 million in economic development estimated for Near West Side
Jul 30th, 2015 by Near West Side Partners, Inc.
County Surplus Funds Should be Reinvested
County Board Overrides Veto, Allows Funds From Surplus to be Used for Parks, Transit; Also Passes Measure Protecting Taxpayers From Actuaries’ Error on Pensions
Jul 30th, 2015 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Public-To-Public Partnership Between Milwaukee Art Museum and County on O’Donnell Park is “Moving Forward”
Report to Parks Committee Shows MAM Taking Critical Steps Forward on O’Donnell Park
Jul 21st, 2015 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Bucks Arena Winners and Losers
We count 33 winners, from strip clubs to Scott Walker to the streetcar, and 12 losers, including Frank Gimbel, the Brewers and Seattle.
Jul 17th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Many County Employees to Remain Underpaid
Board ignores HR recommendations
Jul 15th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Chairwoman Dimitrijevic and Sup. Lipscomb: County Surplus Funds Should Be Reinvested
The plan put forward by Dimitrijevic and Lipscomb builds on a vision of “encouraging pride in our community and our county and on identifying tangible ways to move it forward,” Dimitrijevic said.
Jul 15th, 2015 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Statement from Rep. Bowen on Assembly’s Passage of Backwards Republican Budget
“We’ve known from the start that this budget is wrong for Wisconsin.”
Jul 9th, 2015 by State Rep. David Bowen
County Board Votes for More Cost-Effective I-94 Plan as Legislature Wrestles with Highway Spending Cuts
Instead of $850 million highway expansion, County Board supports cost-effective repair of I-94, better transit
Jun 26th, 2015 by Coalition for More Responsible Transportation
Supervisor Patricia Jursik Thanks the County Board for an Emergency Provision to Fix Pedestrian Foot Bridge
In May, the bridge finally washed out for the last time, and it was deemed too broken to replace.
Jun 25th, 2015 by Patricia Jursik
County Board Heeds Sheriff’s Call for Help
Vote shows public safety and relief for deputies is a top priority
Jun 25th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
County Board Passes Resolution to Create Task Force for Transition of Incarcerated Fathers into the Community
Resolution, Sponsored by Sup. Martin Weddle, Creates “Father Assisted Community Transition” Task Force to Help Incarcerated Fathers Transition into Community, Children’s Lives
Jun 25th, 2015 by Martin Weddle
Milwaukee County Board Of Supervisors Set Public Hearing On Proposal To Develop Park East Land
Invites Public to the Table
Jun 8th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors set Public Hearing on Proposal to Develop Park East Land
Invites Public to the Table
Jun 2nd, 2015 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Arena Plan is Massive Tax Shift to Milwaukee
County taxpayers will pay far more than predicted, as state legislators back away from the deal.
May 29th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee County Board Approves $870,000 in Funds for McGovern Park
New Money Will Improve Rest Room, Covered Pavilion
May 22nd, 2015 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Sup. Taylor Reacts to Board’s Missed Opportunities on Zoo Catering, Streetcar Funding
“I am disappointed that this pre-emptive strike failed so my message to County taxpayers is clear: watch your wallets!”
May 21st, 2015 by Steve F. Taylor
Plans Proceed to Enhance Lakefront
An internationally unique visitors center announced for Lakeshore State Park. And the Lakefront Gateway Project proceeds.
Apr 29th, 2015 by Dave Reid
More Delays in Lakefront Development
County board's contradictory proposals on O'Donnell Park and court case affecting The Couture continue to stall potential development.
Mar 30th, 2015 by Dave Reid
County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic Invites Public to a Discussion on the Future of South Shore Park
Major improvements to water quality at beach planned
Mar 30th, 2015 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
O’Donnell Talks: Nothing But Talk
County Board refuses to move forward on plans of compromise
Mar 27th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
MCTS Will Begin Handing Out Free Transit Passes for Eligible Seniors or Persons With Disabilities on March 31st
The free pass can be used immediately.
Mar 27th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Transit System
County Board Pushes Seniors on the Bus; Kicks Financial Warnings to the Curb
"While we want to see our transit system improved, I worry that the GO Pass, which was largely opposed by Milwaukee’s senior community, will eventually cause fares to increase at the expense of all other riders."
Mar 26th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.: Candidate Forum for District 10 Election
It will take place March 31st from 6-8pm at Marquette University Raynor Libraries Beaumier Suites (Conference Center).
Mar 25th, 2015 by Press Release
Fresh Conversations to Begin on the Future of Downtown Lakefront and O’Donnell Park
Discussions Between Milwaukee Art Museum and Milwaukee County Aim to Create Public-to-Public Partnership That Serves All
Mar 24th, 2015 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Meet and Greet with 10th district candidate at Hybrid Lounge
"My mission is to serve as an open-minded, positive, problem-solving leader as well as a lifelong learner."
Mar 17th, 2015 by Solana Patterson-Ramos
Milwaukee County Treasurer Caught Cheating in Son’s Election
This is not just a matter of someone using someone else’s signs.
Mar 12th, 2015 by Nick Hunt
Sup. Alexander Discovers Important County Transit File Was Deleted
Report Detailing Over $3 Million in County Expenses Hidden, Then Ignored
Mar 11th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Community Works to Reclaim Park
Harambee neighborhood organizers looking for ideas to improve park at Burleigh and MLK Dr.
Mar 9th, 2015 by Wyatt Massey
Mass Transit in Milwaukee County
"As County Supervisor, one of my top priorities will be securing the vital funding needed to aid the expansion of the streetcar system throughout the county."
Mar 5th, 2015 by State Rep. Supreme Moore Omokunde
Packing House Owner Announces Run for Milwaukee Alderman 13th District
The second-generation owner of Milwaukee’s famous The Packing House Restaurant has announced his candidacy to run for alderman in the Milwaukee district that is home to the popular restaurant.
Feb 23rd, 2015 by Christopher Wiken
Supervisor Alexander Issues Statement on Pension Veto Vote
Milwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander today issued the following statement regarding the pension veto vote taken Tuesday:
Feb 18th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Latest Pension Fix Explained
Supervisor Theo Lipscomb, Sr., issued the following statement regarding the latest pension fix:
Feb 17th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Critical Projects Move Forward; Dam Included
Supervisor Theo Lipscomb, Sr., issued the following statement regarding the veto of repair of Estabrook Dam:
Feb 17th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
County Board Offered Opportunity to Save Taxpayers $10 Million
Abele Asks Supervisors to Stop Pension Overpayments
Feb 16th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Will County Pass Another Pension Giveaway?
Board members favor a “grandfather clause” protecting retirees with illegal payments that could cost taxpayers $10 million.
Feb 3rd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
O’Donnell Task Force Proposal: Months Late and Millions Short
Supervisor Alexander is Critical of Duplicative Task Force Proposal
Jan 13th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Nicholas Hunt Enters Race For 15th District County Supervisor
Local entrepreneur Nicholas (Nick) Hunt has officially entered the race for 15th District County Supervisor.
Jan 5th, 2015 by Nick Hunt
Supervisor Taylor Disappointed that County Board Rejected the Sale of O’Donnell Parking Structure
"I am very disappointed that a deal could not be made."
Dec 19th, 2014 by Steve F. Taylor
Defining Lakefront Vision Moves Forward
Sale of Couture Development Approved
Dec 18th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
How a Gun Club Pollutes Lake Michigan
The Cudahy Gun Club’s shooters add one ton of lead to the lake per year. So why does the county board allow this?
Dec 18th, 2014 by Rick Kaiser
Council approves Milwaukee Promise funding to help city neighborhoods
News release and maps document from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton
Dec 16th, 2014 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Jason Wilke announces candidacy for Milwaukee County Supervisor – 15th District
"It has always been important to me to raise my family in a safe and vibrant community."
Dec 5th, 2014 by Jason Wilke
Barrett Moving Forward With Streetcar
If Common Council approves at December 16 meeting, construction would start in late 2015, and Milwaukee would follow in footsteps of many other cities.
Nov 18th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Board Rightly Postpones Discussions on Tax for Basketball Arena
County Board Postpones Discussions on Tax for Basketball Arena
Nov 6th, 2014 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Supervisor Patricia Jursik Calls Southridge Bus Stop Deal a “Compromise”
Says New Bus Stops Will Move People Closer to Mall; Indicates Former Bus Stop at Mall Entrance Stop Was Not Possible
Nov 6th, 2014 by Patricia Jursik
Another Bad Transit Plan By County Board
Amendment slipped into budget has had no public review and could leave system $1 million short (or worse) by end of 2015.
Nov 6th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Sup. Jursik Announces South Shore Option Forum on Nov. 17
South Shore Option 3.0, The Economic Development Forum for the South Shore, to be held November 17, 2014 at the new St. Francis Civic Center
Nov 5th, 2014 by Patricia Jursik
Concerned Milwaukess Urge County Board to Preserve the Public’s Stake in O’Donnell Park
We, the undersigned, oppose the sale of O’Donnell Park to Northwestern Mutual Life.
Nov 3rd, 2014 by Press Release
Rainey Budget Amendment Calls for Major County Holiday on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Supervisor Says a Major County Holiday is an Appropriate Way of Honoring King
Oct 29th, 2014 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Shepherd Express Endorses Charlie Fox for 5th District Supervisor
The Shepherd Express today announced its endorsement of Charlie Fox for 5th District County Board Supervisor.
Oct 29th, 2014 by Charlie Fox
Milwaukee County Board Moves Forward on Free Transit Rides for Seniors and Persons With Disabilities
Adds New Transit Service to Job Centers in Brown Deer and Oak Creek
Oct 29th, 2014 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Negotiations With Southridge to Improve Safety at Bus Stop Fails
Supervisor Patricia Jursik Criticizes Southridge Management for treatment of elderly, disabled and all transit users in failing to reach a fair agreement to provide safe bus stops at Southridge Mall
Oct 22nd, 2014 by Patricia Jursik
Clean Wisconsin Action Fund Endorses Charlie Fox for 5th District Supervisor
The Clean Wisconsin Action Fund officially announced their endorsement of Charlie Fox for Milwaukee County Board Supervisor District 5.
Oct 13th, 2014 by Charlie Fox
700 E. Kilbourn High-Rise Wins Key Approval
Proposed high-rise would add up to 275 "ultra luxury" apartments to downtown Milwaukee -- with no public financing.
Oct 7th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee County Supervisor Steve F. Taylor Says Audit Vote Meant to Show Costs of “Living Wage”
Releases Statement on Vote In Favor of Family Care Audit
Sep 26th, 2014 by Steve F. Taylor
Supervisor Patricia Jursik Applauds Audit Resolution
Says Critics of Audit Use Inflammatory Rhetoric
Sep 25th, 2014 by Patricia Jursik
Supervisor Khalif Rainey Applauds Board Action on Voter ID Resolution
Resolution Provides Free Transportation to DMV for Those Needing Photo IDs
Sep 25th, 2014 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Bowen Applauds Board Passage of Board Resolution Calling for Accountability
Says SHO Audit Will Address Concerns Over Operations
Sep 25th, 2014 by State Rep. David Bowen
Hamilton case shows need for new county investigation unit
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. September 10, 2014
Sep 10th, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Milwaukee’s New Bus System
MCTS is adding express service to more routes.
Sep 10th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Charlie Fox Statement on the Future of Milwaukee County’s City Campus
“We must take our time and plan the future of City Campus carefully with input from all stakeholders."
Jul 30th, 2014 by Charlie Fox
Weishan Pushes Ahead With Arena Resolutions
"Now is the Time to Speak Up" on Funding for New Arena, He Says
Jul 30th, 2014 by Sup. John F. Weishan, Jr.
The Sheer Ambition of Marina Dimitrijevic
She’s running for assembly but wanted to continue as county supervisor and collect two full-time salaries.
Jul 22nd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Alderwoman Coggs to be honored at inaugural Harambee Community Banquet
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs will be the recipient of the first-ever Dr. James G. White Human Service Award
Jul 11th, 2014 by Ald. Milele Coggs
County Board Goes Crazy Over Referendums
Board wants to put 4 advisory referendum questions on the ballot, at a cost of more than $100,000. Why?
Jul 10th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
AFSCME Endorses Charlie Fox for 5th District Milwaukee County Board Seat
Charlie Fox, candidate for 5th District County Supervisor, was endorsed last week by the Milwaukee County PEOPLE Committee of AFSCME District Council 48.
Jul 7th, 2014 by Charlie Fox
Milwaukee County Board Votes to Place Minimum Wage Referendum on November Ballot
County Leaders, Low Wage Workers, Advocates and Allies Hail Step Forward to Raise Wages for Working People In Wisconsin
Jun 26th, 2014 by Press Release
Supervisor Taylor Re-appointed to the Milwaukee County Commission on Aging
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously today to re-appoint Supervisor Steve F. Taylor to the Milwaukee County Commission.
Jun 26th, 2014 by Steve F. Taylor
Charlie Fox Announces Campaign for 5th District County Board Supervisor
"I believe the County Board should be a catalyst for progress and change, despite its obvious headwinds."
Jun 20th, 2014 by Charlie Fox
Sup. Weishan “Disappointed” That Committee Does Not Take Up Arena Referendum Resolution
Says Public Deserves Right to Express Itself on New Arena, Wisconsin Center Expansion
Jun 13th, 2014 by Sup. John F. Weishan, Jr.
Supervisor Rainey Introduces Resolution for Advisory Referendum on Raising Minimum Wage to $10.10 an Hour
Rainey Says Current Minimum Wage Inadequate to Keeping People Out of Poverty
Jun 12th, 2014 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Supervisor Patricia Jursik Introduces Resolution to Downsize County Holdings
Formal Facilities Strategic Plan Adoption
Jun 11th, 2014 by Patricia Jursik
Who’s To Blame For Yet Another Pension Giveaway?
Abele wants some 200 retirees to stop getting illegal pension benefits, but board members are outraged.
May 20th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
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.
Milwaukee County Supervisor David Bowen Praises Low-wage Workers
Compares Fight for Economic Justice with Civil Rights Movement
May 15th, 2014 by State Rep. David Bowen
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
Recommendations for Milwaukee County Mental Health Board Announced
Milwaukee County Health and Human Needs Committee Will Meet on Recommendations
May 6th, 2014 by Sup. Peggy A. West
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
Voter Registration Resolution Passes County Board
Supervisor Rainey Urges County Executive to Sign Measure Designed to Increase Voter Participation
Apr 24th, 2014 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Supervisor Taylor Not Schocked That Taxpayers Were Deceived About Additional Costs of Recently Approved Living Wage Ordinance
Supervisor Steve F. Taylor today expressed his extreme dissatisfaction with and voted against a resolution that provides funding for three staff positions at the Milwaukee County Comptroller's Office.
Apr 24th, 2014 by Steve F. Taylor
Statement of Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitirjevic on the Retirement of County Treasurer Dan Diliberti
We thank Dan Diliberti for his many years of public service and contributions to Milwaukee County and the community
Apr 23rd, 2014 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Notice to Interested Parties
Application Process for Milwaukee County Mental Health Board Recommendations
Apr 9th, 2014 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic Praises New Milwaukee Art Museum Expansion
Results of Historic Compromise
Apr 8th, 2014 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
New Study: Riders Want Improved Transit
Abele Offers Plan to Add Service, Asks For County Board Support
Apr 8th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
David Bowen Announces Candidacy for Wisconsin’s 10th State Assembly District
David Bowen to run for Wisconsin’s 10th Assembly District
Apr 7th, 2014 by State Rep. David Bowen
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
Statement of Supervisor David Bowen Regarding the April 1 Referendum
"Yesterday, wealthy special interests won a bad poll of public perception at the expense of our democratic principles."
Apr 2nd, 2014 by State Rep. David Bowen
Milwaukee County Residents Finally Heard
Supervisor to Introduce Resolution Moving Board to Evening Meetings
Apr 2nd, 2014 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
