Felesia Martin

Tax Paying Wisconsinites Blast Ron Johnson for Latest Tax Scandal

So Much For An Independent Redistricting Process

County committee rejects its own independent redistricting committee's recommendations.

Future of Two Golf Courses in Question

Fate of Doyne and Noyes golf courses unclear, given financially hobbled parks system.

Chairwoman Nicholson Proposal Would Create Paid Internships, a First for Board of Supervisors

Supervisors Praise Work of County Housing Division in Preventing Evictions

Leaders Celebrate New Mental Health Center

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

County Board of Supervisors Congratulate Colectivo Workers on Successful Union Election

Colectivo workers voted to join the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 494 which will develop the group's first negotiated contract, pending the election’s certification by the National Labor Relations Board.

Supervisor Martin Applauds Humanizing Updates to Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office Terminology

Supervisor Martin Calls on Congress to Increase Funding for Older Americans Act and Alzheimer’s Research in Federal Budget

Rep. Brostoff Celebrates Passage of Milwaukee County Resolution in Support of Ending Qualified Immunity for Police

Supervisor Martin Elected Vice-President of Wisconsin Extension Association Board

Federal Funds Huge for Eviction Prevention, Housing

County on track to have lowest level of street homelessness ever recorded, housing director said.

Sherman Park Could Get New Basketball Court

Dallas-based Nancy Lieberman Charities has offered to fund a "dream court."

County Micro-Managing At Its Worst?

Board proposal to oversee all county parks bike trail changes is a head scratcher.

Nicholson Boots Weishan Off Committee

Board's leader takes away both his transportation chair position and committee membership. "It's unheard of."

Supervisors Push To Be Bike Trail Czars

Parks committee approves resolution giving it approval power over bike trails maintenance, alterations.

County Board Adopts Nicholson Proposal to Improve Equity for Women Employees

Supervisor Martin Urges all Adults to Get Vaccinated As Soon As Possible: “Don’t Wait”

Supervisors Denounce Violence and Discrimination Against Asian Americans

Parks Committee Approves Proposal to Allow Gun Shows at Milwaukee County Sports Complex

Supervisor Martin Calls on State Officials to Prioritize District 7 in Vaccination Effort

County Board Adopts Resolutions Celebrating Black Icons

Wisconsin Democrats Issue Statement to Honor Black History Month

Supervisors’ Statement on the Passing of Henry ‘Hank’ Aaron

Supervisor Martin Calls for Vaccination of MCTS Bus Drivers

Supervisor Martin Statement on Insurrectionists Storming the U.S. Capitol

Supervisor Martin Thanks Election Commission for Successfully Completing the Recount

Supervisor Martin Supports County Executive Crowley’s Health Screening Administrative Order

Milwaukee County Board unanimously approves strategic planning ordinance

New efforts compel longer-term thinking, goal-setting and performance-based reporting after 20 years with no strategic plan in place

County Board Adopts Resolution Expanding Access to Polling Locations

Supervisors Want Chokehold Ban Codified

Sheriff's Office does not oppose a chokehold ban, but has reservations about self-defense prohibition.

DPW Vice-Chair Felesia Martin Calls out Trump’s Chaos as He Refuses to Condemn Kenosha Shooter

DPW Vice-Chair Calls Out Trump For Exacerbating Inequalities In Communities of Color

Noise Pollution at Suburban Stadium?

Franklin's Rock Sports Complex is partly on county land. County proposal would study the noise level.

Wisconsin Women Slam Trump For Attacks On Their Health, COVID-19 Response, In-Person Campaigning

Sup. Taylor Wants a Harriet Tubman Park

County board member pushing to rename Wahl Park on city's North Side.

Register of Deeds Israel Ramón Announces Early List of Endorsements

Elected officials from across Milwaukee County, state, support Ramón

Juneteenth Becomes a Holiday for County Employees

June 19 will be a floating holiday for Milwaukee County employees to honor and celebrate Black life and attend Juneteenth Day celebrations throughout Milwaukee.

Time to Face Systemic Racism, Biden Says

Presidential candidate’s address to state’s Democrats says “soul of America” is at stake.

County Board Passes Resolution Allowing ‘Credible Messengers’ to Work with Youth

Nicholson Picks New Board’s Leaders

While new board chair rewarded some allies, some who opposed her retained positions.

Milwaukee County Passes Ordinance to Advance Racial Equity and Improve Health Outcomes

Milwaukee County leaders commit to eliminating institutional racism by addressing County polices, practices and power structures through a racial equity lens

Nicholson Elected County Board Chairwoman

Marcelia Nicholson beats Willie Johnson, Jr. out for leadership of the county board.

County Supervisor Felesia Martin Urges Residents to Stop Congregating Around County Parks

Eight COVID-19 Deaths in Milwaukee’s African American Community

In the City of Milwaukee, the African-American community is facing a crisis.

Supervisor Martin Urges Residents to Stay Home and Stay Safe to Slow the Spread of Coronavirus

County Supervisors Push Free Bus Rides

Passengers could use side door, away from bus drivers, to protect them from getting virus.

Both Parties Court City’s Black Voters

After low Milwaukee turnout in 2016 presidential election, both parties seeking support of black voters.

How Will State Party Pick DNC Delegates?

Complicated formula to assure geographic, gender, racial balance for 84 delegates.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee County Supervisors Introduce Ordinance to Advance Racial Equity and Improve Health Outcomes

Leadership commits to eliminating institutional racism by changing County policies, practices and power structures

Supervisor Martin Stands with Hmong Neighbors

MTEA Announces Endorsements in Milwaukee Spring Elections

County Officials Want to Pave Paradise

Why Kletzsch Park riverside is a sacred place with Native American history that must be saved.

Hemp Proposal Passed By Committee

4-1 vote okays plan for high-end hemp operation in Mitchell Park greenhouse. Next comes full board.

Hemp Could Make Money for County

New report says Mitchell Park greenhouses could grow valuable hemp clones.

Contribution to Marina Dimitrijevic of $100

Time is Right for Indigenous People’s Park

"Renaming Columbus Park to Indigenous People's Park is the right thing to do because it helps right an historic wrong..."

Milwaukee County Announces Upcoming Budget Public Engagement Sessions

Four sessions in partnership with Milwaukee County Supervisors provide forum for residents to share priorities and weigh in on new revenue options

Indigenous People’s Park Is Official

Renaming Columbus Park, created in 1956 on land original owned by the Potawatomi tribe.

Indigenous People’s Park Established on Milwaukee’s Northwest Side

"Renaming this park is one small thing we can do to acknowledge and show respect to the indigenous people."

Supervisor Martin Supports Plan to Upgrade, Repair Youth Facilities

"It is important to have our kids close to home and close to their families while receiving culturally relevant treatment that meets their needs."

Wikler Is New Democratic Party Chair

MoveOn leader Ben Wikler defeats David Bowen, will replace Martha Laning.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Welcomes New Leadership Team

Ben Wikler elected Chair of Party by delegates, Felesia Martin and Lee Snodgrass 1st Vice Chair and 2nd Vice Chair

Supervisor Martin Urges Greater Attention on Lupus

"We urgently need to raise public awareness and increase education about Lupus, so people can get an accurate diagnosis and the care they need."

Contribution to Marina Dimitrijevic of $25

Say Goodbye to Columbus Park?

County Sup. Felesia Martin pushing for new name: Indigenous People's Park.

County Board Resists Review of Homelessness Funding

Resolution to House County’s Remaining Homeless Not Scheduled

Labor Battle Looms at Airport

Service and hospitality workers for SSP America demand union vote, may call for picketing or a strike.

The Federal Government Should Never Separate Families

"Separating families is cruel and is completely contradictory to our American values."

County Board Okays Pot Referendum

Hope is that advisory referendum will push state legislators to act.

Chairman Lipscomb Announces Committee Assignments

Standing committees typically meet every month, prior to the County Board meeting.

7 Election Takeaways

What did we learn as the blue wave washed over Wisconsin?

Vote Today; Key Races Will Be Decided

A breakdown of everything on Milwaukee ballots.

Leadership MKE announces support for 14 candidates running for local office

Leadership MKE supported candidates have already scored significant primary victories.

Vote for Supreme Court, County Board Tuesday

One county board race and a hotly contested race for state's highest court.

Felesia Martin announces another key endorsement

"She works hard for the residents of Milwaukee, and will be a wonderful elected official," said Khary Penebaker.

Felesia Martin Announces Campaign

I hope to earn the support of the neighbors throughout District 7 and look forward to working hard to earn their votes.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Black Caucus’ Statement On Verdict In Heaggan-Brown Trial

"The Black Caucus of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin supports the calls for peace, requested by the family of Sylville Smith."

Contribution to Cavalier Johnson of $100

Community Leaders Support Chevy Johnson

“I am honored and privileged to have the support of such wonderful community leaders and stakeholders,” said Johnson.

Contribution to Cavalier Johnson of $200

Contribution to David Crowley of $50