Ald. Joe Dudzik.
Joe Dudzik was an alderman on the Milwaukee Common Council. He represented the city’s 11th District. Dudzik, 56, was killed in a single-vehicle motorcycle accident on W. Morgan Ave. the night of May 21st, 2015. The alderman is survived by his wife, Lynn, and two sons, Jake and Jeffrey.
Joe Dudzik was an outspoken member of the Milwaukee Common Council. He routinely spoke openly about why he was about to vote the way he did. Dudzik frequently asked questions of applicants during his time on the license committee.
Dudzik was first elected to the Milwaukee Common Council in a 2002 special election. He was re-elected in 2004, 2008 and 2012. Prior to this election he served more than 20 years in the city’s Department of Public Works. During that time he was Vice President of AFSCME District Council 48.
The alderman was a graduate of Milwaukee Public Schools‘ Hamilton High School and had attended UW-Madison, UW-Waukesha and Milwaukee Area Technical College.
In September of 2013, Alderman Dudzik was involved in the apprehension of two bank robbers when he pursued them in his truck and ultimately on foot as they fled North Shore Bank at 4230 W. Oklahoma Ave.
The southwest side alderman created controversy during the Milwaukee Streetcar debate with radio comments suggesting that “there’s going to be a couple of assaults, or maybe a rape or a shooting on one of these streetcars and the millennials who claim they are going to be riding this thing are going to be nowhere to be seen, and we’re going to be stuck with the ongoing maintenance cost forever… And I don’t want to make it a racial thing, but you look at what happened to Northridge, you look at what happened to Southridge, I believe that — or not Southridge, to ah, ah Grand Avenue Mall — I believe those same things will happen to the streetcar.”
In early 2015, Dudzik had proposed an ordinance to effectively ban food trucks from his district. That district was defeated at the full council, despite passing committee.
Official City Biography
Alderman Joe Dudzik has been a resident of Milwaukee’s 11th District for 48 of his 50 years. Alderman Dudzik has a strong background in city government and community involvement. He also served for more than 20 years in the city’s Department of Public Works.
Elected in a special election on April 2, 2002, Alderman Dudzik won his first elected office and continues to serve as 11th District alderman after winning his seat again in 2004, 2008 and 2012.
He founded and has served as chair of the Euclid Park Neighborhood Association, and also served as treasurer of the Crime Prevention Neighborhood Advisory Council for the 6th Police District. His work in the community has included service as a volunteer for the Special Olympics, as a youth softball and soccer coach and as an instructor at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee.
Alderman Dudzik has strong ties to organized labor. He was vice president/trustee of Local 47 of AFSCME District Council 48, was a delegate of Milwaukee County Labor Council and is a member of the Milwaukee Municipal Engineers Association. He graduated from Hamilton High School and attended UW-Madison, UW-Waukesha and Milwaukee Area Technical College.
Alderman Dudzik and his wife Lynn are members of St. Matthias Parish and have two sons, Jake and Jeffrey.
Alderman Dudzik currently serves on the Licenses Committee and the Finance and Personnel Committee.
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Meet the Republican Candidate for Mayor, Bob Donovan
Instead of actually helping to make Milwaukee a safer place to live, Donovan has voted against increasing law enforcement officers four times in recent years.
Feb 25th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Milwaukee County
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
President Murphy to take Council committee seats
“In the wake of the sudden and tragic passing of Alderman Dudzik, until further notice I will assume the seats on the Public Safety and Finance and Personnel committees that he very ably held.”
Jun 2nd, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
President Murphy calls for special election for 11th District Council seat
News release from Common Council President Michael J. Murphy
Jun 2nd, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Mix of intensity, loyalty and devotion helped define Ald. Joe Dudzik
Statement from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton May 22, 2015
May 22nd, 2015 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
South Side loses a true public servant
Statement of Alderman Terry L. Witkowski May 22, 2015
May 22nd, 2015 by Ald. Terry Witkowski
Alderman Dudzik had passion, devotion as a public servant
Statement from Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II May 22, 2015
May 22nd, 2015 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
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
Statement from Dir. Claire Zautke regarding the passing of Ald. Joe Dudzik
"I'm saddened by the death of Alderman Joe Dudzik. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time."
May 22nd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Mourning the loss of a dedicated, respected colleague
Statement of Alderman Robert W. Puente May 22, 2015
May 22nd, 2015 by Robert Puente
Alderman Joe Dudzik: A life well-lived
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. May 22, 2015
May 22nd, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Supervisor Mark Borkowski Sends Condolences and Prayers to Dudzik Family
“He Was a Good Friend. He Will Be Dearly Missed”
May 22nd, 2015 by Ald. Mark Borkowski
The loss of a dedicated public servant, south-sider and family man
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan May 22, 2015
May 22nd, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
The passing of Alderman Joe Dudzik
Statement of Alderman José G. Pérez May 22, 2015
May 22nd, 2015 by Common Council President Jose Perez
Alderman Joe Dudzik’s passing marks a very sad day in Milwaukee
Mayor Barrett's Statement on Alderman Joe Dudzik
May 22nd, 2015 by Tom Barrett
City loses a dedicated public servant in Alderman Joe Dudzik
Statement of Common Council President Michael J. Murphy May 22, 2015
May 22nd, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Deadly crash was no accident
Statement from Alderman Joe Dudzik February 23, 2015
Feb 23rd, 2015 by Joe Dudzik
Rep. Zepnick Says Ald. Donovan Owes Milwaukee an Apology
"I I hope Bob Donovan does the right thing and stands with the rest of Milwaukee who do not want a public infrastructure debate going into the toilet of racial and fear-mongering tactics."
Jan 27th, 2015 by Josh Zepnick
Ald. Puente Responds to Ald. Dudzik’s Comments
Statement from Alderman Robert W. Puente January 26, 2015
Jan 26th, 2015 by Robert Puente
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
Join Ald. Dudzik and Mayor Barrett for a Neighborhood walk
Alderman Joe Dudzik will be joined by Mayor Tom Barrett for a neighborhood walk in the 11th Aldermanic District on Thursday, August 21, as part of the “Walk 100 Miles in 100 Days” initiative launched by the Mayor earlier this summer.
Aug 18th, 2014 by Joe Dudzik
Mayor Tom Barrett’s 2014 State of the City Address
Milwaukee February 24, 2014 As Prepared for Delivery
Feb 24th, 2014 by Tom Barrett
Under new configuration, Finance and Personnel Committee will continue precedent of fiscal responsibility
I would like to thank Common Council President Michael Murphy for entrusting me with the responsibility of chairing the City of Milwaukee’s Finance and Personnel Committee.
Feb 14th, 2014 by Nik Kovac
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
Priorities and services maintained in Council-approved 2014 budget
The 2014 amended city budget approved today by the Milwaukee Common Council addresses key priorities and maintains quality city services at current levels.
Nov 1st, 2013 by Willie Hines
Bank where robbery took place to host community safety forum
Alderman Dudzik, who played role in nabbing suspects, to take part in event
Oct 2nd, 2013 by Joe Dudzik
Hypocrisy alive and well in the 8th District
Statement of Alderman Joe Dudzik May 31. 2013
May 31st, 2013 by Joe Dudzik
Mayor Barrett’s 2013 State of the City Address
Monday, February 25, 2013, Pritzlaff Building
Feb 25th, 2013 by Tom Barrett
Ald. Dudzik: Streetcar utility concerns are nothing new
I am absolutely sure this same information, and even maps of potentially problematic utilities, were available to Alderman Donovan.
Jan 30th, 2013 by Joe Dudzik
Tragedy in Oak Creek
Joint Statement from Members of the Common Council
Aug 6th, 2012 by Milwaukee Common Council
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
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
