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Hundreds of Job Openings for Military Veterans
Event Tomorrow 9am – 1pm
Mar 6th, 2013 by County Executive Chris AbeleVeterans Job Fair Offers Hundreds of Job Openings for Vets
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is happy to announce a Job Fair for Military Veterans will be held on Thursday, March 7th at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center from 9am - 1pm.
Mar 3rd, 2013 by County Executive Chris AbeleEnvisioning the Seen, March 11
Historic Milwaukee, Inc. (HMI) and the Pabst Theater Foundation have partnered to create an entirely unique conversation series titled Envisioning the Seen. On Monday March 11, twelve dynamic, inspiring Milwaukeeans will gather on stage at the historic Pabst Theater to share their visions for the future of our built environment.
Mar 1st, 2013 by Historic Milwaukee IncCounty 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 19th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele2013 Wisconsin PGA Junior Championship Comes to Milwaukee County
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is excited to announce that the Wisconsin PGA will move its Junior Championship to Milwaukee County golf courses this summer.
Jan 16th, 2013 by County Executive Chris AbeleRiverwest’s New Dog Park
Land once owned by Johnson Controls will become the newest dog park in Milwaukee County.
Jan 14th, 2013 by Emily StrieglVeterans Receive Purple Heart Passes
Pass Benefits All Wisconsin Vets Injured in Service
Dec 26th, 2012 by County Executive Chris AbeleSue Black
She was wrongly fired, she insists to Milwaukee Magazine, whose cover story has many community leaders praising her.
Dec 20th, 2012 by Jeramey JanneneMilwaukee to Host 2013 and 2014 USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships
The nation's top amateur triathletes will compete in Lake Michigan and downtown Milwaukee
Nov 21st, 2012 by Press ReleaseMilwaukee County Board Adopts 2013 Budget
Board Overrides 23 of 25 Budget Vetoes from County Executive, Prepares to Implement Business of the People of Milwaukee County
Nov 14th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of SupervisorsSupervisor 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. TaylorUnited 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 SupervisorsMilwaukee 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 AbeleCounty Board Refuses To Put Price Tag on Public Safety
Committee votes to invest in protection of Milwaukee County residents
Oct 24th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of SupervisorsCounty 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 SupervisorsSupervisor Stamper Pushes for Free Admission at Washington Park Pool
Committee approves Supervisor’s plan to bring programming, water safety awareness to community
Oct 24th, 2012 by Ald. Russell Stamper, IIChairwoman Dimitrijevic Announces Appointment of Parks Proponent and Bay View Resident to Advisory Commission
Parks, Energy and Environment Committee unanimously approves Chairwoman’s pick of Patty Pritchard Thompson
Oct 23rd, 2012 by Ald. Marina DimitrijevicChairwoman 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 DimitrijevicGreen 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 AbeleMCTS Bikes on Buses Program Soars Past 100,000!
Milwaukee, WI – Already this year, 106,314 passengers boarded a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus with their bike.
Oct 4th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Transit SystemThe Mighty County Board
A doormat a decade ago, the board is now far more powerful -- much to Chris Abele’s chagrin.
Sep 25th, 2012 by Bruce MurphyRich 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 MurphyParks Plan Has Problems
Cathedral Square / Juneau Park plan created with little public discussion and no design competition.
Sep 7th, 2012 by Jeramey JanneneA Redesign for Cathedral Square
A recent UWM master's thesis plans for an improved Cathedral Square
Aug 28th, 2012 by Jeramey JanneneThe Tragedy of Chris and Sue
How the friendship of Abele and Black turned into bitter enmity.
Aug 24th, 2012 by Bruce MurphyBeer Gardens Back at Pere Marquette
It was off after Sue Black's firing. Now it's back on.
Aug 23rd, 2012 by Jeramey JannenePosition 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 AlexanderHow to Improve Cathedral Square
What would make Milwaukee's town square better?
Aug 23rd, 2012 by Jeramey JanneneMyths About Black’s Firing
Strip away the myths and you begin to see why Abele dumped her.
Aug 20th, 2012 by Bruce MurphyMilwaukee County Chairwoman Reacts To Parks Director Depature
Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic released the following statement upon learning of the departure of Milwaukee County Parks Director Sue Black:
Aug 16th, 2012 by Ald. Marina DimitrijevicWhy 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 MurphyCounty 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 AbeleThe Slow Demise of Sydney Hih
Sydney Hih could be saved, a witch hunt on North Ave, UWM has a baseball team (?), and Alderman Jose Perez wins a game for the Brewers.
Jun 6th, 2012 by Jeramey JanneneBeerline Trail Open to the Public
On Wednesday evening, the Beerline Trail celebrated it's grand opening.
Oct 14th, 2010 by Jeramey JanneneChicago and Milwaukee – Large Public Art and Placemaking
The latest iteration of Chicago's fascination with large public art is located across the street from the iconic Harold Washington Library in Pritzker Park just northwest of the intersection State Street and Van Buren Street. What is it? A three-story tall eye balll, dubbed the EYE.
Aug 19th, 2010 by Jeramey JanneneKrug Scores Joint Finance Seat
Rep. Shirley Krug was chosen Monday to take a seat on the influential Joint Committee on Finance
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