Public Safety & Health Committee

New Council Members Oppose Taking Tax Returns To Pay Private Ambulances

But opposition could cost the city 'ginormously' more money, warns a veteran.

After Deadly May Fire, Milwaukee Adds New Safety Requirements

More inspections, more data and changes that will impact landlords, tenants.

Council Passes Tougher Reckless Driving Towing Policy

New state law clears way for long-sought policy change.

Milwaukee Extending Hours For Downtown Parking Meters

It could also add more areas with variable pricing.

City Moving to Enact Reckless Driving Towing Plan

But proposal could be delayed in Madison.

Milwaukee Spends Millions Each Year Repairing Damage by Reckless Drivers

For the first time, city is breaking out the costs. It's a lot.

Council Adopts New Fire-Safety Disclosure Ordinance to Protect Renters

Committee Advances Tenant Fire Safety Disclosure Ordinance Sponsored by Alderman Burgelis

Public Safety and Health Committee to Consider Tenant Life-Safety Disclosure Ordinance Tomorrow

The two-year fight to strengthen the fight against reckless driving is almost across the finish line as Governor Evers signs bill

Statement of Alderman Lamont Westmoreland October 31, 2025

Alderman Burgelis Sounds Alarm on Critically Underfunded Fleet Needs

Data shows more than $27 million needed in 2026 and 2027 compared to Mayor’s $2 million 2026 proposal

Committee moves forward key recommendations to tighten FPC records, protocols