Ashanti Hamilton was the director of the Office of Community Wellness and Safety, formerly the Office of Violence Prevention, from 2022-2025.
He was an alderman on the Milwaukee Common Council. He represented the city’s 1st District.
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Police Use Armored Vehicle To Serve Warrant
West Allis police use tank-like vehicle to serve warrant on Milwaukee’s north side, residents upset, officials complain.
Aug 31st, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
Bucks Honor Herb Kohl at Arena Opening
Senator Kohl owned team from 1985-2014, made sure NBA franchise stayed in Milwaukee.
Aug 26th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Bucks Open Fiserv Forum
"The most forward-thinking, 21st-century building," says Bucks president Peter Feigin.
Aug 26th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Walker Celebrates Grand Opening of the Fiserv Forum
3-to-1 return on investment for the State of Wisconsin
Aug 26th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Garden Homes Family Fest this Saturday
The event will feature interactive games for the children, a bounce house, a DJ, great food and lots of family fun.
Aug 24th, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Inaugural Hip Hop Week MKE Kicks Off
A week-long entertainment event launched by an alderman, celebrating Hip Hop culture.
Aug 21st, 2018 by Zach Komassa
Milwaukee Promise Zones End of Summer Celebration
The Milwaukee Promise Zones initiative celebrates the Summer work of youth throughout the city
Aug 11th, 2018 by Zach Komassa
Commissioner McManus did the absolute right thing
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan - August 10, 2018
Aug 10th, 2018 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
The Milwaukee Kitchen Cabinet to Host Second “Sherman Park Revival Celebration”
Local restaurant community organization celebrates Sherman Park rehabilitation with MPS students and families
Aug 10th, 2018 by Milwaukee Kitchen Cabinet
The Collective PAC Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor of Wisconsin
Today’s endorsement joins Mahlon Mitchell’s growing list of support.
Jul 27th, 2018 by Mahlon Mitchell
Residents, Police, Officials Mourn Slain Officer
Michael J. Michalski, 52, was a much-loved, 17-year veteran of Milwaukee Police Department.
Jul 27th, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
Joint Statement on the death of Officer Michael Michalski
From Alderman Terry Witkowski, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderman Jóse G. Pérez, Alderman Nicholas Kovac, Alderman Mark Borkowski, Alderman Tony Zielinski, Alderman Bob Donovan, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, and Alderman Robert Bauman
Jul 26th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
Grieving the loss of a brave and well-regarded officer
Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton - July 25, 2018
Jul 25th, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Job opening: A pivotal position for early childhood education in Milwaukee
Joint statement of Alderman Cavalier “Chevy” Johnson and Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton - July 23, 2018
Jul 23rd, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Council Delays Flag Decision
Delegates Milwaukee Arts Board to decide if new flag needed and how to proceed.
Jul 19th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Zielinski Ramps Up Mayoral Campaign
"I want to run against Barrett," alderman says, laying out issues he will use against mayor.
Jul 10th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Will Run for Reelection
Mayor calling supporters, plans to run for 5th term in 2020, they say.
Jun 28th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Dockless Scooters Debut Here
Company called Bird drops approximately 60 scooters on city streets; is it legal?
Jun 27th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
City Officials Promote Police Pursuit Policy
Donovan wants public information campaign on new policy to chase fleeing offenders.
Jun 26th, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Zielinski Out as Licenses Committee Chair
Did he lose the powerful post because he's running for mayor?
Jun 21st, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Council passes e-cigarette measure
Latest move caps off public health package
Jun 20th, 2018 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Foxconn’s North American Headquarters Opening Downtown
Local officials celebrate at press conference, but will unemployed residents win jobs?
Jun 15th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Foxconn Designates Downtown Milwaukee Building As North American Corporate Headquarters
Building Located at 611 E. Wisconsin Ave. Will Undergo Renovation, House More Than 500 Employees and Serve as Foxconn Innovation Center
Jun 15th, 2018 by Foxconn Technology Group
We must combat reckless and unsafe driving
Statement from President Ashanti Hamilton - June 14, 2018
Jun 14th, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
3600@Villard Project Gets City Help
City cutting land sale price to facilitate affordable housing development.
Jun 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
City Celebrates Bike to Work Week
Complete Streets policy set to be introduced.
Jun 4th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Chief Won’t Name Cops Who Tased Brown
Morales says he legally prevented from releasing names, new FPC head also cites law.
May 25th, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Police Reform Needed, Say Council Members
Brown incident proves problem, changes needed, Hamilton, Coggs say at press conference.
May 24th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Ald. Bohl Resigns, Takes Lobbying Job
And full council approves La Keisha Butler as head of Fire and Police Commission.
May 24th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
A special time and a time to move on to a new challenge
Statement of Alderman Jim Bohl - May 24, 2018
May 24th, 2018 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Mayor, Council Play Musical Chairs
New appointments open door for Ald. Jim Bohl to leave his elected position for lobbyist job.
May 17th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Rally for Safe Streets rescheduled for Monday
Due to inclement weather today’s rally has been rescheduled for Monday
May 11th, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Rally for Safe Streets Scheduled for Friday, May 11
The event will highlight a major intersection which has been marked by recent car crashes.
May 10th, 2018 by Northwest Side Community Development Corporation
Stop-and-Frisk Suit Could Cost $6 Million
Council members struggle with the rising price tag. Will they approve settlement?
May 8th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
City Creates Vel Phillips Ave., Plans Statue
N. 4th St. to become Vel R. Phillips Ave.; where will statue go?
May 8th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Strip Club To Finally Open
Owners tout "the trendiest, sexiest, most exclusive, topless, full alcohol Gentlemen’s Club."
May 2nd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
President Hamilton to take part in panel discussion of film MILWAUKEE 53206
MILWAUKEE 53206 chronicles the lives of individuals living in the ZIP code with the highest percentage incarceration rate of Black men in America, up to 62%.
May 1st, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
4th St. Will Become Vel. R. Phillips Ave.
Major downtown street to be renamed for Milwaukee leader and civil rights pioneer.
Apr 25th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Inspired and emboldened by a true stateswoman, Vel Phillips
Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton - April 18, 2018
Apr 18th, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
The Remarkable Life of Vel Phillips
"A giant in our state" dies at 94; city to honor political pioneer with annual award.
Apr 18th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Foxconn Employ Any Milwaukeeans?
Despite nearly $4.1 billion subsidy, company only has goals, not mandates for hiring.
Apr 12th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Promise Zones effort vital to maximize State’s Economic Opportunity Zones
The Economic Opportunity Zones were created in the federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.
Mar 23rd, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Flynn’s Hit Job on FPC Director
Evidence now shows he had cops digging for dirt on MaryNell Regan. Why?
Mar 8th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee and Waukesha Can Work Together
Water agreement is just the beginning. There are many other opportunities for collaboration.
Mar 3rd, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton and Waukesha Common Council President Aaron Perry
Hip-Hop Week MKE unanimously approved at Common Council meeting
"Hip-hop has the unique ability to bring communities together and stimulate conversations about relevant issues in our society."
Feb 27th, 2018 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
City Will Contest Foxconn Power Deal
City Attorney will contest $117 million Foxconn subsidy charged to We Energies customers.
Feb 27th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Plan Builds 10,000 Affordable Homes
Ambitious plan is centerpiece of mayor's State-of-the-City speech. Will council support it?
Feb 26th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Walker Signs Leading on Lead Act into Law
"The health and safety of Wisconsin families is our top priority."
Feb 21st, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Council Members Congratulate Interim Police Chief on Appointment
We stand ready to work with him to move forward as a united community for the good of all residents.
Feb 16th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
The Mystery of Flynn Vs. Regan
Is the police chief or Fire & Police boss guilty of official misconduct?
Feb 15th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
From Dr. Patricia McManus: Comments clarified
Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton - February 9, 2018
Feb 9th, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Mayor Barrett’s Power in Decline?
Council taking more power, mayor taking a beating.
Feb 8th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Council Appoints McManus Interim Health Leader
She'll be interim commissioner. Says city's failure to send letters about lead was "deliberate."
Feb 6th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Withdraws Nannis Nomination
Interim Health Dept leader at issue, as City Hall infighting hits new highs.
Feb 5th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Resolution Aims to Take Down Milwaukee Health Department’s Restrictive Communication Policy
This resolution will prohibit any policy which aims to stifle whistle-blowers.
Feb 1st, 2018 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
City of Milwaukee to Celebrate 28 Days of Black History throughout February
In honor of Black History Month, the City of Milwaukee website and the City Channel (Milwaukee’s government access cable channel) will again recognize influential figures in Milwaukee’s Black history .
Feb 1st, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
Aldermen Ask City Attorney for Legality of Paul Nannis’ position
Mr. Nannis was appointed Commissioner of the Milwaukee Health Department by Mayor Tom Barrett and has reportedly already reported for work, but his appointment has not been confirmed by the full Common Council.
Jan 29th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
FPC launches Milwaukee Collaborative Reform Initiative Community Feedback Portal
The FPC and MPD are committed to continuing the community conversation started during the US DOJ Collaborative Review process.
Jan 26th, 2018 by City of Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission
Council Responds to Lead Crisis
Following Health Dept fallout, nine bills introduced to address lead poisoning issues.
Jan 23rd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Grills Mayor, City Health Staff
Tense meeting with unprecedented scrutiny of mayor and few answers from staff.
Jan 17th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Launches Health Dept. Probe
In wake of Bevan Baker's ouster, council investigating Barrett administration decisions.
Jan 17th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Council set to act on Health Department crisis
Joint statement from the Milwaukee Common Council
Jan 12th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
City’s Employer of National Service status offers promise for service agency vets
News conference set for Wednesday, January 17 at City Hall
Jan 11th, 2018 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
NM Tower Hired 800 City Residents
Tower project also gives $127 million in contracts to disadvantaged small businesses.
Jan 9th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Council Statement on Flynn Retirement
Statement from the Common Council - January 8th, 2018
Jan 8th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
Shuttering of Lincoln Hills a first step in bringing true rehabilitation for youth offenders
Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton - January 5, 2018
Jan 5th, 2018 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Council committee passes Green Alert system measure
News release from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey
Jan 5th, 2018 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Hip-Hop Week MKE passes Common Council committee
Measure goes to full Council on January 17
Jan 4th, 2018 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
City Kills Contracts With American Sewer
Council moves to subpoena owner, Donovan walks out of heated discussion about racism.
Jan 4th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Stamper Introduces Bill to Fire American Sewer Services
"Yes, I support a termination of his contract, and I wish I could do it immediately..." says Alderman.
Dec 24th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Council approves Libya slave trade condemnation measure
Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey - December 19, 2017
Dec 19th, 2017 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Worksite incidents mean future of city-contracted work hangs in the balance
Statement of Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton - December 18, 2017
Dec 18th, 2017 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Embattled Company Leader Absent at Hearing
Head of company with gun, KKK issues, a no-show. Angry council members promise action.
Dec 18th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Town Hall Meetings Discuss Police Reforms
Fire and Police Commission seeks community responses to federal study of Milwaukee Police.
Dec 14th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Affordable Housing Plan Inches Forward
But proposal has been narrowed, will only affect city-financed projects.
Dec 13th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Sewer contractor to appear before the Steering & Rules Committee to address racist symbols at work-site
The meeting will be at 9:30 a.m. in room 301-B at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St.
Dec 11th, 2017 by City of Milwaukee
Franklin Wants Milwaukee’s Water
But Bauman doubts suburb can meet city rules for transportation and affordable housing.
Dec 11th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Facebook photo shows workers of city-hired subcontractor carrying handguns
News release and image from Alderman Stamper, Alderwoman Coggs, and Council President Hamilton
Dec 4th, 2017 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Zielinski Will Run for Mayor
Alderman declares for mayor, two years before the election, and police union endorses him.
Nov 29th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Approves Waukesha Water Deal
Only one alderman objects to 40-year, $286 million deal.
Nov 28th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
City leaders and community partners collaborate to prioritize DOJ recommendations
Statement by President Hamilton
Nov 22nd, 2017 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Committee Okays Waukesha Water Deal
Key council committee approves largest collaborative deal in region's history.
Nov 22nd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Long Awaited Safety Plan Gets Attacked
A blueprint for change or too vague and hard to understand? Council members wrangle.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
City Atty Says Affordable Housing Plan Illegal
Will legal opinion kill the proposal? Or can Bauman and company rework the language?
Nov 17th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
City’s Anti-Violence Effort Stalls
Office of Violence Prevention’s plan was due in June. Donovan, others criticize delay.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Affordable Housing in Every Major Project?
Proposal would require it for any project with 20 or more units. Will developers oppose it?
Nov 14th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Amended 2018 budget restores police officers, moves disparity study forward, and honors a fallen city employee
The budget will now head to Mayor Barrett who will have until the close of business on November 27th to sign the budget.
Nov 10th, 2017 by Milwaukee Common Council
Council Approves $1.5 Billion Budget
Despite changes by council, budget still eliminates 27 police officers, 75 firefighters.
Nov 10th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Overrides Mayor on Firing Flynn
10-5 vote means city lobbyist must seek state law giving council power to fire chiefs.
Nov 7th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Community Groups Want DOJ Police Reforms
Two months after DOJ draft report on MPD released, groups demand recommended changes.
Nov 1st, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
City To Sell Water to Waukesha
After years of debate, Waukesha and Milwaukee strike a historic, 40-year deal.
Oct 30th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Votes for Authority to Fire Flynn
Requests state law giving them power to fire police and fire chiefs. Mayor promises a veto.
Oct 17th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Citizens of Milwaukee
For the 14th consecutive budget, Mayor Barrett is going to cut your fire department.
Oct 6th, 2017 by Milwaukee Professional Fire Fighters’ AssociationLocal 215
Ald. Hamilton’s City Hall Power Play
Michael Murphy now finds himself on the outside looking in. Why?
Oct 4th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Approves East Side Tower
Real test will come at the Common Council next week.
Sep 19th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Garden Homes residents invited to “Let Your Voice Be Heard” Community Input Session
Community Input Session on Saturday, September 9, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sep 8th, 2017 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Council hearing set for DOJ draft report on MPD practices
News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Council President Ashanti Hamilton
Aug 31st, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Common Council President reacts to leaked DOJ report
Statement from: Alderman Ashanti Hamilton - August 30, 2017
Aug 30th, 2017 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Inside Northwestern Mutual Tower
The state's biggest office building is a stunner, as our story and photos reveal.
Aug 21st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Bay View Gateway Approved
But not before Zielinski introduced an amendment that some claim would have derailed project.
Jul 31st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
