Cavalier Johnson

Chantia Lewis Case Moving Towards Trial

Probable cause found to continue with felony charges.

Council Strikes Deal On How To Spend $179 Million ARPA Allocation

Housing, lead abatement, child care, police recruits, violence prevention, a new MLK library and more.

Committee recommends approval of ARPA omnibus proposal

Includes funding for public safety and crime prevention, housing, lead abatement, continued COVID response and more

Black Business Boost Fund Targeted At Milwaukee Entrepeneurs

New fund targeted at supporting people of color launch and grow businesses.

Evers Allocates $45 Million To Violence Prevention, Victim Support

Evers joined by Attorney General Josh Kaul and Milwaukee violence prevention leaders for announcement.

State investment will help address local violence

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson October 13, 2021

Black Business Boost announcement helps close economic opportunity gap

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson October 13, 2021

Common Council Has 7 Times The Ideas As It Has Funding

82 ideas for how to spend $394.2 million federal grant. What will council choose?

Council looks to maximize positive benefits with ARPA-funded housing rehab and construction work

Council submitted ARPA proposals now public

Will be discussed at Finance and Personnel Committee meeting Friday

In recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson October 11, 2021

Homicides, Shootings, Auto Thefts All At Record Highs

MPD Acting Chief Jeffrey Norman presents vision of community-centered approach to solving issues.

Our residents, children deserve safer shared spaces

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson October 5, 2021

Groups Call For Defunding the Police To Solve Milwaukee Pension Crisis

Move would strip $78 million from MPD budget, leave others intact.

Chantia Lewis Goes To Court

In her first court appearance alderwoman pleads not guilty to misdemeanor. Four felony charges yet to come.

Conference In Brookfield Seeks Transit Solutions

Mayor says residents fear buses bring crime, but that it isn't true.

Council President Proposes New City Department of Transportation

Ald. Cavalier Johnson thinks the department could better address reckless driving.

Council approves major ARPA-funded pedestrian safety/anti-reckless driving measure

Getting Milwaukee closer to better financial health, more stable housing, and improved public health and safety

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson September 21, 2021

Council approves legislation in opposition to concealed carry changes

Turmoil, Toxic Work Environment at City Attorney’s Office

Resignation forms cite ethical violations, poor treatment of women & more by Tearman Spencer.

How Can Milwaukee Avoid Becoming Detroit?

Civic leaders from Detroit discuss Milwaukee's fiscal crisis, offer ideas and solutions

Attracting, retaining young professionals in Milwaukee will be topic of “On the Issues,” Sept. 10

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson

September 7, 2021

State expects $319 million windfall, but MKE not allowed to raise a dime

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson September 7, 2021

Police Chief Search Has One Candidate

Acting Chief Jeffrey Norman asked to apply for permanent post by FPC. Mayor, many alders back him.

FPC decision on Acting Chief Norman a step in the right direction

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson September 3, 2021

Council Delays Action On ARPA Funds

City has $193 million in the bank. But how to spend it still being debated.

Leaders Celebrate New Mental Health Center

Huge gathering of officials for project lauded as momentous, exciting and historic.

Mayor’s Race Looks Like a Wild One

Wide open, with lots of candidates, no obvious favorites and so much at stake.

Barrett, Kind Had 59 Years Experience

Exit of mayor and congressman makes room for new generation of leaders.

Donovan, Taylor Eyeing Mayoral Runs

Former alderman, state senator lead pack of those likely to join Cavalier Johnson in special election.

Statement on the nomination of Mayor Tom Barrett as Ambassador to Luxembourg

Common Council President Cavalier Johnson August 25, 2021

Barrett Will Become Ambassador to Luxembourg

Mayor's appointment means Cavalier Johnson will serve as acting mayor, special election will be called.

Congratulations Colectivo workers

Joint statement from members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman Cavalier Johnson, Alderman Nik Kovac, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderman José G. Pérez and Alderman Scott Spiker

Vaccine policy helps create a safe work environment for city employees

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson August 24, 2021

New grant programs can help Milwaukee build long-term economic sustainability

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson August 24, 2021

City Creating Zoning Code For EV Chargers

City anticipates surge in electric vehicles and could get federal money for charging stations.

Grocery gift cards, free food available to those impacted by power outages

Statement on reckless and potentially deadly incidents at Marshall Campus

From Alderman Cavalier Johnson August 19, 2021

Reckless driving leads to more unnecessary loss of life

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson August 16, 2021

FPC Restarting Police Chief Search

Jeffrey Norman remains a favorite among some city officials.

Major Milwaukee employers join forces to boost diversity in hiring, buying decisions

Statement from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey and Alderman Cavalier Johnson August 10, 2021

Proposal Requires Vaccinations for City Employees

More than 6,000 city workers would need to get vaccinated or face weekly testing.

Council approves legislation exploring use of ARPA funding to provide retroactive hazardous duty pay to certain city employees

Council adopts file urging cancellation of student debt

Six Council Members Want Tougher Pandemic Rules

Push mayor for indoor mask mandate and mandatory vaccinations for city employees.

Council Holds ARPA Spending Until September

Mayor's $93 million "summer plan" delayed, along with proposals by alders.

Alicia’s Place FoodShare Resource Center now open at Midtown

Morales Payout Rises Still Higher

City must also pay its private legal team. Total cost of lawsuit will exceed $668,000.

Committee approves file regarding student loan debt

Public Safety and Health Committee to discuss city’s lead abatement program on Thursday

Council Approves HaRUNbee Walk/Run For Healthy Birth Outcomes As Part Of Bronzeville Week 2021

International Nelson Mandela Day to include free MPM event, admission

“Last Mile” Program Connects Workers to Jobs

WEDC, Waukesha County and United Way fund pilot program connecting city workers to suburban jobs.

Morales Potential Return As Police Chief Delayed Until July 12th

Extension gives parties more time to negotiate settlement.

Let The City Win, Too!

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson.

Survey to gather remote work preferences now live

Results will help City develop strategies to bolster remote work in Milwaukee

Commit To Safe Driving Rally Set For Thursday

COVID-19 vaccination clinic and meal giveaway to occur June 23

New Hunger Task Force satellite location now open at Midtown Center

Milwaukee’s Lead Program Fails Again

Scale of problem currently limited to one family in Bay View, but full review planned.

Enough is enough with MHD lead program mistakes

Joint statement from members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderman Cavalier Johnson, Alderman José G. Pérez, and Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa

Barrett, Officials Celebrate Couture Groundbreaking

Nine years after building was first proposed. 'Like making sausage. It's not pretty.'

Millennial Task Force report received and has first recommendation approved

City Agrees to Mediation With Morales

Former police chief could get hefty settlement. City hopes to retain acting chief Jeffrey Norman.

Police Again Enforcing Expired Plates

Fair warning to drivers, who haven't had to renew license plates since COVID-19 health order issued.

Millennials Report Addresses City’s Brain Drain

Report makes recommendations to stem the steady annual loss of young professionals.

Let your voice be heard (and help shape history) by taking the survey!

Statement of Alderman Michael J. Murphy and Alderman Cavalier Johnson

Abundance of opportunities exist for youth this summer

Milwaukee Police Chief a Finalist For Wauwatosa Job

Potential move to smaller city a sign of issues in Milwaukee.

The time is now to make Jeffrey Norman permanent chief

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson June 3, 2021

With state of emergency winding down, enforcement of expired vehicle registrations must ramp up

Joint statement from Common Council President Cavalier Johnson and Alderman Michael J. Murphy

Millennial Task Force set for report to Community and Economic Development Committee

Local Officials Unveil Pride Bus, Streetcar

PrideFest canceled (for now), but rainbow designs added to local transit.

Wisconsin Tomorrow Small Business Recovery Grant program now available for local businesses

Variety of local grant opportunities also available

Council approves George Floyd Justice in Policing Act file

OWNS program aims to bring rental properties to local owners

Spectrum Reach’s “Pay It Forward” offers minority-owned businesses free advertising and marketing resources

Congratulations Chief Lipski!

Joint Statement from members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman Cavalier Johnson, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderman Mark A. Borkowski, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic

Transparency, Insight and Dialogue Needed on Decision to Rescind Milwaukee’s Public Health Order

Statement of Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic and Alderman Cavalier Johnson May 20, 2021

Committee sets public hearing for next week on ARPA funding preferences

Statement from Alderman Michael J. Murphy and Alderman Cavalier Johnson

Time is now for voters to be mindful of State effort to remove registered voters from rolls

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson May 17, 2021

Bipartisan legislation a positive step forward for gun reform

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson and Alderman Ashanti Hamilton May 17, 2021

Wheelin’ at Westlawn FREE bicycle tune-up events and family rides scheduled for 2021

Make plans to attend the MKE Virtual Collaborative Urban Investment Town Hall Meeting

Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis, Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, and Alderman Cavalier Johnson

We have great progress but also complex opportunities

Voces Protests GOP Cutting ID’s for Immigrants from Budget

The group and other activists also protested the elimination of tuition aid for immigrant students.

Welcome Goodwill!

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson May 6, 2021

Club Midtown isn’t a thing

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson May 5, 2021

Council approves transparency file for receipt and distribution of ARPA funds

State effort to remove registered voters from rolls is routine maintenance, but voters need to be mindful

Council President Cavalier Johnson and Election Commission director urge affected voters to look for notices from state

Projected loss of tourism revenue underscores need for structural change

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson April 26, 2021

Barrett Pushes Council To Accept Milwaukee Tool Deal

Council seeking labor agreement for contracted service workers.

Milwaukee Leaders Warn of Dire Consequences Without Additional State Aid

Local government in Milwaukee will soon run out of local revenue for things like parks and public transportation.

Big cities and small towns sing the same tune at Joint Finance Committee hearing

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson April 21, 2021

Hot Democratic Contest for U.S. Senate

Several impressive candidates looking to defeat Ron Johnson. Who's the front runner?

Milwaukee Tool Deal Gets First Approval

But labor leaders call for community benefits agreement for service sector workers.

City Must Decide How To Spend $405 Million

Latest federal COVID-19 stimulus plan creates pleasant challenge for mayor, council.

Celebrate Black Restaurant Week by visiting local eateries

Joint Statement from members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd and Alderman Cavalier Johnson 

Contribution to Nik Kovac of $10

Contribution to José G. Pérez of $10