Jim Bohl was an alderman on the Milwaukee Common Council and currently serves as head of the city’s Intergovernmental Relations Division. He represented the city’s 5th District and later served as Mayor Cavalier Johnson‘s first chief of staff.
2018 Official Biography
Jim Bohl has served the residents of the 5th Aldermanic District for the past 13+ years and is in his fourth full term as 5th District Alderman following his re-election in April 2012.
Alderman Bohl is a native of Milwaukee’s northwest side. He graduated from Milwaukee’s Madison High School in 1989, before earning Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Marquette University in 1993 and 1996.
Alderman Bohl serves as Chair of the Common Council’s Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee, along with the Public Safety, Public Works and Skywalk Design Committees. Because of his standing as chair, he is also a member of the Steering and Rules Committee. Previously, Alderman Bohl was a member on the board of VISIT Milwaukee, and serviced as the board Vice-President of the Milwaukee Survive Alive Foundation.
Alderman Bohl is consistently recognized for his efforts to lead the Council as a budget hawk and taxpayer advocate. Alderman Bohl has also been a strong fighter for efforts that promote the safety and welfare of his constituents and Milwaukee residents. He has consistently fought to put more police on the streets and led the police department’s recent efforts to realign police districts, allowing for greater police responsiveness in the 5th District. Alderman Bohl has also taken the lead to create a comprehensive plan to address improving road conditions in the city.
Alderman Bohl is firmly dedicated to Milwaukee neighborhoods. He organized his neighborhood’s block watch group and served many years as its leader. He also wrote the city’s “Neighborhood Association Tool Kit” and “Senior Guide” and has fought to keep neighborhoods safe by authoring legislation to restrict payday loan stores and slowing the proliferation of extended hour businesses.
Alderman Bohl enjoys serving as role model to Milwaukee’s youth, and has served as a confirmation instructor, Sunday school teacher and teen mentor. In his spare time, Alderman Bohl enjoys reading biographies, playing and watching sports and spending time with his family.
District homeowners for 18 years, Alderman Bohl and his wife, Calleen, have three daughters. They are active members of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church.
Prior to his election to office in April of 2000, Alderman Bohl taught at Madison University High School in Milwaukee and served as an aide to then-Milwaukee Congressman Tom Barrett.
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Jul 2nd, 2021 by Ald. Nikiya Dodd
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Dec 23rd, 2019 by Bevan K. Baker
Women’s March WI Endorses Nikiya Dodd for 5th District Alderman
"I am so humbled to have earned the endorsement of Women's March WI."
Aug 10th, 2018 by Ald. Nikiya Dodd
Milwaukee Area Unions Endorse Nikiya Dodd for 5th District Alderman
"As a State Senator and a County Supervisor I proudly stood with workers and their unions."
Aug 10th, 2018 by Ald. Nikiya Dodd
Former Alderman Jim Bohl Endorses Nikiya Dodd as Successor for Milwaukee’s 5th Aldermanic District
"Alderman Jim Bohl is an excellent example of a servant leader, and I am honored to have his endorsement."
Jun 11th, 2018 by Ald. Nikiya Dodd
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Jun 5th, 2018 by Nicholas McVey
Supervisor Alexander Thanks Alderman Bohl for Service to the City of Milwaukee
It is written, ‘for everything there is a season,’ and I conclude that now is not the season for me to serve our community as an Alderman
May 30th, 2018 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Common Council approves full lead hazard review for city-owned properties
News release from Alderman Jose G. Perez and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II
May 8th, 2018 by Common Council President Jose Perez
Ascension announces pause to service downsizing at St. Joseph
Press release from Alders Khalif J. Rainey, Michael Murphy and Bob Donovan
Apr 18th, 2018 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
On the public service of Vel Phillips
Statement of Alderman Jim Bohl - April 18, 2018
Apr 18th, 2018 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Council approves Ascension service retention measure
"Citizens across our city rely on Ascension facilities for care..."
Apr 17th, 2018 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Alderman Bohl: A better strategy is needed in dealing with lead laterals
Alderman Bohl offers food for thought on reducing lead in water and paint
Feb 26th, 2018 by Ald. Jim Bohl
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
Council set to act on Health Department crisis
Joint statement from the Milwaukee Common Council
Jan 12th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
Suspect and vehicle occupant shot near 85th & Concordia
Statement of Alderman Jim Bohl - January 9, 2018
Jan 9th, 2018 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Common Council Statement on Flynn Retirement
Statement from the Common Council - January 8th, 2018
Jan 8th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
Alderman Bohl offers condolences to latest accident victim and calls for action
Statement by Alderman James A. Bohl, Jr. - October 5, 2017
Oct 5th, 2017 by Ald. Jim Bohl
City officers to provide key updates on moves to foster business growth
Common Council’s Community and Economic Development Committee will hear reports Wednesday at 1:30 p.m.
Sep 12th, 2017 by Ald. Terry Witkowski
New café and pastry shop opening this weekend
The café can seat 24 people inside and another 24 on an outdoor patio.
Jul 20th, 2017 by Ald. Jim Bohl
A. O. Smith to build new research center on Milwaukee’s northwest side
The company plans to break ground for the project in September.
May 24th, 2017 by A. O. Smith
Work is complete for Water Quality Task Force
Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez April 28, 2017
Apr 28th, 2017 by Common Council President Jose Perez
Overwhelming support for our fellow citizens and for our ideals
Milwaukee could be the first city in the U.S. to officially declare its opposition to the travel ban.
Feb 7th, 2017 by Common Council President Jose Perez
Council legislation would ban coal tar sealants in Milwaukee
The proposed ordinance is expected to be heard by the full Common Council at its Feb. 7 regular meeting at City Hall.
Jan 25th, 2017 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Northwest side employer Concentrix in major hiring push
More than 170 positions to be filled; Council members encouraging residents to apply; Jan. 7 career fair set for prospective applicants
Dec 19th, 2016 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Lead Service Line Replacement Plan
Mayor Tom Barrett released the following statement regarding the Common Council’s vote on the lead service line replacement plan
Dec 13th, 2016 by Tom Barrett
Milwaukee County on pace for a record-setting year of opioid overdose deaths
Analysis from city’s new partnership with Medical College of Wisconsin also shows growing prevalence of fentanyl in overdose cases
Nov 30th, 2016 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Drug mail-in initiative will make it easy to dispose of unused meds
Multifaceted first-of-its-kind in the nation city partnership aimed at opioid and heroin epidemic; includes CVS Pharmacy, MMSD, City of Cudahy, DOJ, DEA, US Bank and USPS
Nov 29th, 2016 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Thanks Common Council for Their Support to Remove Estabrook Dam
MMSD will be responsible for removing the Dam once it obtains the necessary DNR permits.
Nov 1st, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
City of Milwaukee Votes to Rezone Estabrook Dam Land
The vote is an important step in the effort to ultimately remove the Estabrook Dam.
Nov 1st, 2016 by Milwaukee Riverkeeper
Outrage at ambush of MPD officer & other police shootings
Joint Statement from All Members of the Common Council
Jul 19th, 2016 by Milwaukee Common Council
Police peacekeepers again put in the line of fire while on a dangerous job
Statement of Alderman Jim Bohl July 18, 2016
Jul 18th, 2016 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Taking “Home” out of Home Rule
Joint Statement from All Members of the Common Council
Jun 24th, 2016 by Milwaukee Common Council
Reimagined Hartung Park headed down final stretch
Park fulfilling vision of unique public space created by private, public collaboration
Jun 3rd, 2016 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Common Council leading the way on multi-pronged public safety effort
Council president and members issue “All Hands Call” for peace
Jun 2nd, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Council President Hamilton announces 2016-2020 committee assignments
News release from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton
Apr 26th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
County Executive Chris Abele Endorsed by Local Elected LEaders
“I am honored to have this support and look forward to continuing to collaborate with every level of government to improve our community.”
Mar 31st, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
2016 State of the City
Hmong American Peace Academy - February 8, 2016
Feb 8th, 2016 by Tom Barrett
Milwaukee Leaders Endorse Johnny Thomas for City Comptroller
“Johnny Thomas is the person that we need to be our next Milwaukee City Comptroller,” said Alderman Willie Wade.
Dec 23rd, 2015 by Johnny Thomas
Important Burleigh/Lisbon Corridor planning information from Alderman Jim Bohl
During the past several weeks, residents have provided input on ways we can help revitalize the Burleigh Street and Lisbon Avenue business corridors (between N. 68th and N. 93rd Streets) and plan for their future.
Nov 30th, 2015 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Council approves 2016 budget focused on public safety, libraries and jobs
News release from Common Council President Michael J. Murphy and Alderman Nik Kovac
Nov 3rd, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Gwen Connolly campaign showing huge momentum
After her opponent this week jumped to the Branch 31 race, Connolly is widely seen as the prohibitive favorite to be the next judge in Branch 44.
Oct 23rd, 2015 by Gwen Connolly
Another job well done by MPD officers
Statement from Alderman Jim Bohl September 10, 2015
Sep 10th, 2015 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Common Council President Michael J. Murphy announces committee changes
Alderman Borkowski, who won the August 18 special election, was appointed by President Murphy to the Community and Economic Development Committee.
Aug 31st, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Memorial walk, stone dedication to honor Alderman Joe Dudzik
A memorial neighborhood walk and stepping stone dedication will be held on Saturday, August 29.
Aug 25th, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Common Council will review arena plan in series of meetings beginning August 31
News release from Alderman Michael J. Murphy
Aug 12th, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Ald. Bohl & Mayor Barrett join MPD for PD 7 National Night Out, neighborhood walk
News release from Alderman Jim Bohl
Aug 4th, 2015 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Common Council ready for substantive, public review of arena proposal
The downtown arena proposal is nearing a full review and deliberation by the Common Council.
Jul 28th, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Joe Dudzik was a blue-collar leader, a quintessential Milwaukeean
Statement of Alderman Jim Bohl May 22, 2015
May 22nd, 2015 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Council colleague cooking up absurdity over closing of Mama’s Italian Cuisine
Statement of Alderman Jim Bohl April 22, 2015
Apr 22nd, 2015 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Members of the Common Council Respond to Ald. Dudzik’s Remarks
Joint Statement from members of the Common Council
Jan 23rd, 2015 by Milwaukee Common Council
Proposed Milwaukee Marathon gets early boost at committee
News release from Aldermen Jim Bohl, Willie C. Wade and Joe Davis, Sr.
Nov 12th, 2014 by Ald. Jim Bohl
RICH program, selling city-owned foreclosed homes for $1, receives unanimous Council support
ews release from Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II
Oct 14th, 2014 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Mayor Tom Barrett’s 2014 State of the City Address
Milwaukee February 24, 2014 As Prepared for Delivery
Feb 24th, 2014 by Tom Barrett
Strengths, experience reflected in changes in Common Council Committee Appointments
President Murphy has appointed Alderman Nik Kovac to succeed him as the new chair of the Finance and Personnel Committee.
Feb 12th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Legal opinion: City cannot delegate regulation of taxicabs to county
The City of Milwaukee may not legally delegate its authority to regulate and license taxicabs and taxicab operators to Milwaukee County, according to an opinion released this week by the Office of City Attorney Grant F. Langley.
Jan 17th, 2014 by Ald. Bob Bauman
Statement of Common Council President Willie L. Hines, Jr.
President Hines statement about Alderman Jim Bohl.
Dec 19th, 2013 by Willie Hines
Milwaukee taxpayers can avoid parking headaches and long lines
Pay your taxes at US Bank.
Dec 16th, 2013 by Ald. Jim Bohl
New system for contracting police services will benefit business, public safety
Statement of Alderman Willie C. Wade November 26, 2013
Nov 26th, 2013 by Willie Wade
Council approves Motorcycle Safety Awareness Week
The Common Council today approved a resolution establishing Motorcycle Safety Awareness Week in Milwaukee every year during the first week in May.
Oct 15th, 2013 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Floated County Taxi Takeover Ill-Conceived
Statement of Alderman Jim Bohl September 27th, 2013
Sep 27th, 2013 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Time Warner’s digital conversion benefits Time Warner, not Milwaukee
Joint Statement from Common Council members Jim Bohl, Robert Bauman and Tony Zielinski
Aug 29th, 2013 by Milwaukee Common Council
Wauwatosa/Milwaukee construction project will impact traffic along N. 100th St.
Milwaukee Alderman Jim Bohl noted that residents of the Cloisters Northwest condominiums and other single- and multi-family homes in the area will be impacted by this project.
Aug 20th, 2013 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Common Council members call on state to house sex offenders elsewhere
Members of the Milwaukee Common Council sharply criticized a state program that houses dangerous sex offenders in residential neighborhoods this week, calling it “disruptive to neighborhoods” and a “foolish waste of taxpayers’ money.”
Jul 23rd, 2013 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
Global Anti-Bigotry Campaign Makes U.S. Debut in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Jewish Federation collaborates with U.S. Department of State to launch Hours Against Hate
Jun 24th, 2013 by Milwaukee Jewish Federation
New legislation targets predatory schools, protects students
Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs June 11, 2013
Jun 11th, 2013 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Important information from Alderman Jim Bohl
The City of Milwaukee needs your help with an issue that's of critical importance to our future.
Mar 28th, 2013 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Mayor Barrett’s 2013 State of the City Address
Monday, February 25, 2013, Pritzlaff Building
Feb 25th, 2013 by Tom Barrett
A conversation about changing local government: A response to state lawmakers’ plan to restructure the Milwaukee County Board
Alderman Jim Bohl of the Milwaukee Common Council and Milwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander meet regularly to discuss issues of mutual concern to their overlapping districts.
Jan 22nd, 2013 by Press Release
CWNA annual meeting Thursday to feature elected official town hall
Aldermen Michael J. Murphy and Jim Bohl invite residents to the Annual Meeting of the Capitol West Neighborhood Association at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 18, 2012 at the St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church Hall.
Oct 16th, 2012 by Milwaukee Common Council
Common Council members call for County to codify changes in Medical Examiner’s procedures
Several Council members met with the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office on Friday (Sept. 28) to discuss concerns related to the Derek Williams case.
Oct 2nd, 2012 by Milwaukee Common Council
Tragedy in Oak Creek
Joint Statement from Members of the Common Council
Aug 6th, 2012 by Milwaukee Common Council
Proposal seeks change to allow water negotiations with Waukesha for wider service area
A Common Council resolution to be considered for immediate adoption tomorrow would amend a resolution approved earlier this month by the Council to allow negotiations with the City of Waukesha for water service to the city’s existing service area and to the area beyond its service area.
Jul 23rd, 2012 by Ald. Jim Bohl
One big cavity in Journal Sentinel PolitiFact piece on fluoride
When Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter Jim Nelson asked me this question in an email during his lead up to today’s PolitiFact Wisconsin article, I knew the truth COULD be the victim in a faulty verdict by our city’s “Judge and Jury” news media outlet.
Jul 9th, 2012 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Statement on hearing regarding MPD crime statistics
To his credit, Chief Flynn put together an impressive presentation yesterday. The police department apparently reviewed more than 34,000 crime reports.
Jun 22nd, 2012 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Watching the Watchdog – Joint Statement from Members of the Common Council
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s recent investigations into the police department have misled the public about important facts relevant to the safety of our community.
Jun 22nd, 2012 by Milwaukee Common Council
Common Council to Mull Audit of MPD Crime-Reporting Practices
According to the resolution, a recent Milwaukee Journal Sentinel investigation found more than 500 cases in which serious assaults were misclassified by the MPD as lesser offenses.
Jun 11th, 2012 by Joe Dudzik
