Jack Eckblad

Board Quickly Adopts 2025 Budget

Board makes few changes to county executive's recommended budget. Adds Domes plan and funding for eviction representation.

Tight Budget Forces Difficult Vote on Housing, Juvenile Justice

Sup. Shawn Rolland wants $500,000 for a housing program. But his chosen source raises concerns for administration, colleagues.

Supervisor Rolland Urges County Board to Approve Amendment Supporting Unhoused and Housing-Insecure Residents

Call to support $500,000 budget amendment aiming to expand stable housing options comes during Homelessness Awareness Week

Milwaukee Park & Ride Closures Disperse Growing Unhoused Population

Advocates, supervisors worry shuttering sites isn't solving underlying issues.

City, County Extend Funding for Eviction Prevention, Legal Aid

County and City team up to extend free legal counsel program, which has reduced need for other social services.

Supervisors Gómez-Tom, Eckblad Address Park and Ride Closures

Milwaukee County Replacing Its Oldest Playground

And it's only happening after a special design flourish was added.

Supervisor Eckblad to Participate in Mitchell Airport Park Playground Groundbreaking Monday

Supervisors Want Climate Consultant

2025 budget seeks expansion in climate planning, work with other municipalities and hunting for federal grants.

Supervisor Eckblad to Host Budget Town Hall on October 10

Board Spikes Chair’s Plan For Reduced Bus Fares For Voting

Wide-ranging concerns raised about Marcelia Nicholson's proposal.

Committee Approves Villa Terrace Takeover Plan

The future of Charles Allis Museum meanwhile remains a question mark.

Board Supports 128th Air Wing’s Bid for New Plane

Supervisors seek to protect the jobs, economic impact of 128th Air Refueling Wing.

Supervisors Embrace Part-Time Roles, Schedule

Supervisors change start time of board meetings, reflecting truly part-time nature of job.

After Series of Deaths, County Jail Audit Approved

Milwaukee County Board approves contract with third-party for independent audit of the jail. But not without derision over process.

Mayor, Democrats Target Rep. Ryan Clancy

Why are they opposing incumbent Democrat? In a word, they hate him.

Supervisors Grudgingly Approve Raises for Sheriff’s Deputies

County Board unanimously approves new contract with sheriff's deputy union, but wants overtime under control.

Humboldt Park Beer Garden Opens Thursday

The Vine will offer Lakefront Brewery beers and food from Karol's Kitchen.

Supervisor Eckblad Commends County Parks’ Efforts in Mitchell Airport Park Playground Replacement Project

Airport Park Gets New Playground

After years in limbo, Mitchell Airport Park's playground, one of the county's oldest, will be replaced.

Alderwoman Dimitrijevic, County Supervisor Eckblad to host in-district office hours

First Majority-Women Milwaukee County Board in History Sworn In

Board chair Marcelia Nicholson hangs onto the position for a third-term.

Meet The New Milwaukee County Board

When the next legislative cycle begins, there will be four new supervisors.

Jack Eckblad Wins Bay View County Board Seat

Defeats Ron Jansen for open seat representing southeastern part of Milwaukee.

Jack Eckblad Declares Victory in Milwaukee County Supervisory District 4 Race

Supervisor-Elect Eckblad Humbled By Support, Ready to Serve with Bold, Responsible Leadership

2024 Spring Election Results

MPS referendum and county exec, mayor, Common Council and County Board races all on ballot.

Meet the Candidates for County Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

Meet the Candidates for County Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

Milwaukee Fire Department Chief Officers Association and Milwaukee Professional Firefighters Local 215 Endorse Jack Eckblad for Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4

Endorsed by 14 Organizations and 13 Leaders Before Election Day

UAW Southeastern Wisconsin Area CAP Council Endorses Jack Eckblad for Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4

United Food & Commercial Workers Local 1473 (UFCW 1473) Endorses Jack Eckblad for Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4

Milwaukee Area Service and Hospitality Workers (MASH) Endorses Jack Eckblad for Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4

AFT Local 212 Endorses Jack Eckblad for Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4

Democratic Party of Milwaukee County Endorses Jack Eckblad for Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4

Jack Eckblad’s Campaign for Milwaukee County Board Supervisor, District 4 Collects Over 600 Nomination Signatures in First Weekend; Signals Strength of Message and Coalition

Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4 Candidate Jack Eckblad Earns Endorsement of Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson

Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4 Candidate Jack Eckblad Earns Endorsements of Milwaukee County Register of Deeds, State Representative Ortiz-Velez, and Trio of Supervisors: Adds to List of Local Leaders Supporting Eckblad’s Campaign for Bold, Responsible Leadership

Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4 Candidate Jack Eckblad Announces First Slate of Endorsements: Local Leaders Endorse Vision of Bold, Responsible Leadership

Two Candidates Running for Clancy’s County Board Seat

Clancy won't say if he will seek reelection in 2024, despite fellow DSA member filing to run.

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