Jonathan Brostoff

Northwestern Mutual Names Tower Team

And wins approval for street closure. Second glassy tower to be built by team that helped create signature 2017 tower.

More affordable housing coming to 3rd Aldermanic District

Common Council Approves 2% Milwaukee Sales Tax

But members blast policy provisions state is imposing. Mayor says vote was equal to one to create city in 1846.

35th and Vliet To Become Milwaukee’s Art Intersection

Derrick Cainion hopes to create sculpture garden, art gallery, artist housing and more.

E. North Ave. Apartments Moving Forward

Council committee endorses land sale, zoning change, TIF for long-sought development.

Joint Statement on SCOTUS college admissions ruling

From all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Milele A. Coggs, Andrea M. Pratt, Mark Chambers, Jr., Jonathan Brostoff, Robert J. Bauman, Lamont Westmoreland, Khalif J. Rainey, JoCasta Zamarripa, Larresa Taylor, Michael J. Murphy, Mark A. Borkowski, José G. Pérez, Scott Spiker, Marina Dimitrijevic, and Russell W. Stamper, II

Northwestern Mutual Wins Key Vote To Close Cass Street

But not without derision, and the suggestion to create an open-air passageway for the public.

Water Street Could Become Pedestrian Haven in Third Ward

Wider sidewalks, fewer traffic lanes contemplated.

Four Options To Transform Brady Street

Business improvement district releases study, seeks feedback. The goal: 'to create one of the world's great streets.'

City employees asked for ideas to generate new revenue

Statement from members of the Common Council: Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Mark Borkowski, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa

Little Caesars Gets 10-Day Suspension

Pizza chain's Capitol Drive restaurant must close from July 2 through 11.

Don Smiley’s Latest Paycheck Was $991,154

Summerfest boss has collected $6.56 million in five years for running tax exempt charity.

Council adopts ordinance to limit proliferation of smoke and vape shops

City Could Regulate Airbnb, Other Services

Short-term rentals have proliferated beyond Downtown, but no public database of who is participating exists.

Riverwest Affordable Housing Development To Get City Subsidy

With plans for late summer groundbreaking.

Milwaukee Will Ban Most New Vape Shops

City zoning code change aims to deter teens from using tobacco.

Milwaukee Has Very Ambitious Climate and Jobs Plan

Alderwoman Dimitrijevic and ECO director Erick Shambarger seek to transform the city.

Municipal Court Cancels Alternatives Contract, Sparks Controversy

Opponents say the change could hurt vulnerable defendants, increase incarceration.

Locust Street Festival returns to Riverwest this Sunday

Officials, Neighbors Debate Brady Street’s Future

Close the street to cars? Remove parking? All options on the table.

Milwaukee Now Requires More Notice When Contractors Dig Up Streets

Prior practice was "terrible" says Bay View alderwoman.

Common Council file opens public safety discussion focused on E. Brady St.

Topic will get first airing at June 7 Public Works Committee meeting

New Food Truck Restrictions Approved

Time limits, distance minimums, other rules target bad actors, say sponsors Brostoff and Zamarripa.

East Side Tower Gets Final Approval

New Land proposal for 25-story building wins unanimous Common Council vote.

East Side Pedestrian Plaza Opens

The crossroads of the East Side are now a little bit easier to traverse.

The Brady Beach Is Back

All sun, no sand at street-spanning patio, returning this weekend for its fourth season.

City Unveils Latest Lead Lateral Plan

With added federal funding, Water Works can now replace more laterals each year, but which ones?

25-Story Tower Wins Crucial Endorsement

High-end, 318-unit apartment complex would replace parking lot on N. Farwell Ave.

Food Trucks Face New Restrictions

Proposal includes downtown time limit and ban on operating within 50 feet of a restaurant.

Johnny’s Hot Sauce Popping Up at 1840 Brewing

Plus: Funky Fresh goes wholesale, Third Space adds food, Juneau Park adds beer garden.

New Proposal Would Regulate When, Where And How Food Trucks Operate

Food trucks could return to Water Street, but with new requirements for how they operate.

UWM School of Architecture & Urban Planning brings Mobile Design Box popup to Farwell Ave.

Potholes Are A Hot Problem in Milwaukee

Council members frustrated as complaints mount.

Pérez Shakes Up Council Committees

Changes after new members added: Ald. Scott Spiker gets his first gavel, Zamarripa loses hers.

City Seeks Restaurant or Cafe For Downtown Park

Its plan for Vel R. Phillips Plaza is to create new gathering spot for Westown.

25-Story Farwell Tower Wins First Approval

High-end building would include pool and preserve two historic buildings.

Pomona Cider Expands Menu, Hours

Plus: Goodbye Klement's Sausage outlet; and city suspends two bars, closes convenience store.

New, “More Friendly” Milwaukee Night Parking Permits Available

New permit structure is easier in three key ways.

Enhanced overnight parking permit options now available

Work Starts on Redeveloping 150 Vacant Homes

Homes MKE aims to create new homeowners, improve neighborhoods.

Council Bans Food Trucks Along Four Blocks of Water Street

Unanimous vote for stretch north of bar district may be precursor to citywide regulations.

Did Brooks Exceed His Authority At Wisconsin Center?

CEO’s decision to remove art works raises questions about governance of public entity.

11-Story East Side Hotel Approved

Council unanimously endorses new hotel for Brady Street.

New Council Members Sworn In To Great Applause

Andrea Pratt, Lamont Westmoreland and Larresa Taylor join first full council in 17 months.

Revised Letter to Wisconsin Center District CEO Marty Brooks

Brady Street Hotel Design Approved

The 11-story building would be only hotel between Downtown and Glendale.

Pratt, Westmoreland and Taylor Win Council Seats

Andrea Pratt defeats David Bowen by very slim margin.

Mayor Johnson Signs Files to Advance Policy Initiatives He Supports

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson signed three files today that advance policy initiatives he supports.

Participating In “No Mow May” Will Require Registration

Ald. Dimitrijevic leads Milwaukee in adopting bee-friendly program.

Council Slaps Infinity Lounge With 60-Day Suspension

Complaints of noise, violence, litter and alleged strippers plague Sherman Park bar.

Proposal Requires All-EV or Hybrid City Fleet

Ald. Dimitrijevic and ECO office want to move toward only low or zero-emission vehicles.

Sara Geenen Campaign Announces More Than 50 Endorsements From Judges & Elected Officials

Should Milwaukee Pay A Tire Bounty?

Idea is designed to combat illegal dumping, but at what price?

Milwaukee Launching New Community Plaza Program

Effort would allow underused streets to be turned into temporary parks.

Brady Street Hotel Gains First City Approval

Alderman hopes it is a boon for daytime businesses and catalyst for more change.

City Overhauling Night Parking Permits

New process is "more friendly" says Alderman Brostoff. Adds options, flexibility.

New Port Director Shatters Glass Ceiling, Breaks Color Barrier

Jackie Q. Carter is new director of Port Milwaukee.

New Vape Shop Will Beat City’s Ban

Temporary moratorium on new shops will begin Feb. 25. New shop on Ogden coming.

Ordinance offering improved overnight parking permit system moves forward

Oriental Theatre placed on National Register of Historic Places

Statement of Alderman Jonathan Brostoff February 14, 2023

Joint Statement on Death of Milwaukee Police Officer

From Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderman Mark A. Borkowski, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

Council Approves Vape Shop Moratorium

No new e-cigarette stores until August. City must now craft a regulatory framework.

Council Approves Temporary Moratorium To Slow Proliferation of Vape Shops

News Release from Alderman Jonathan Brostoff

East Side Tower Designs Released

Public meeting Feb. 2 to discuss New Land's proposed 25-story apartment complex for Farwell Ave.

City Seeks To Limit New Vape Shops

But questions abound on the legality and strategy of any bans or limits.

Milwaukee Marathon Could Return, Sort Of

New course, no full marathon race and opposition from at least one council member.

Milwaukee Joins People-Focused National Transportation Group

NACTO membership gives city support in its push for safe streets.

Creating Safer, More Accessible Streets With NACTO

Statement from Alderman Jonathan Brostoff.

Two-Block Brady Street Pedestrian Zone Proposed

Business district will do formal study with goal of a trial as early as this summer.

Designs Released For East Side Hotel

Community meeting on 11-story hotel project scheduled for Jan. 23 in advance of zoning hearings.

New Land Plans 25-Story Apartment Tower

The potential development would rise at corner of N. Farwell Ave. and E. Curtis Pl.

11-Story Hotel Proposed for Brady and Farwell

New building would be only hotel on the city's East Side.

Help keep our community safe amid harsh winter weather

Joint statement from: Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderman Mark Borkowski, Alderman Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Common Council President José G. Pérez, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr. and Alderman Khalif J. Rainey 

City Approves Funding For Pedestrian Plaza, Protected Bike Lane

Tax revenue from three apartment buildings will be tied to East Side pedestrian and bicycle improvements.

Housing Trust Fund allocation provides support for Riverwest apartments, food center

Council adopts resolution creating Tax Incremental District No. 111 in 3rd District

Goyke Will Challenge Spencer for City Attorney

Democratic state representative plans run against highly controversial city official.

Youth offender rehabilitation must be our highest priority

Statement of Alderman Jonathan Brostoff December 5, 2022

Perez Gives New Committee Assignments

Newly-elected alders get their first assignments. But others still doing double duty.

Council Overrides Mayor Johnson’s First Vetoes

Actions finalize 2023 budget with no cuts to libraries or fire department.

Chambers, Brostoff Sworn In As Aldermen

New council members welcomed by colleagues, face budget veto override vote next week.

Rep. Brostoff Statement in Opposition to Eight-Lane I-94 Expansion

N. 5th St. Will Be Renamed for Dr. William Finlayson

Black OBGYN doctor was trailblazer in Milwaukee.

Mark Chambers, Jr. Wins Aldermanic Seat Last Held By Cavalier Johnson

State Rep. Jonathan Brostoff also wins seat on Common Council.

State Has Many Uncontested Legislative Races

Why newcomers Ryan Clancy on East Side, Dave Maxey in New Berlin face no opponent.

When Will Nikiya Dodd Resign?

Alderwoman returns after six-week absence, declines to answer any questions from press.

Neighbors Give Up, Historic Commission Rules Summit Homes Not Historic

But proposed apartment building still needs zoning change.

Council Unanimously Approves East Side Apartments

After heated public hearings and controversy, there was no debate before full council.

Should Brady Street Be Pedestrian-Only?

Business improvement district asks for further study after fatal hit-and-run.

Brady Street Shootings Raise Concerns

Third major shooting in area in three months worries some in the neighborhood.

Committee Approves East Side Apartment Project Despite Complaints

Proposed Hackett Ave. building has drawn lawsuit, contested hearings and much angst.

Lawsuit Dropped Over East Side Apartments

Neighbors sued to stop project, only to drop the suit while still raising objections.

Commission Approves Controversial Church Apartment Plan

Heated hearing results in addition of a traffic study that city officials expect to prove negligible impact.

Who Will Run To Replace Hamilton and Lewis?

Four of 15 Common Council seats are vacant or due to be. Is Rep. David Bowen running?

Chambers vs. Ballard For Common Council Seat

Chambers gets 60% of vote in three-way primary to fill mayor's former council seat.

Darrin Madison Wins Assembly Race Over Kennedy

Madison, Clancy will join Assembly with backing of Democratic Socialists of America.

All The Candidates In Aug. 9 Primary Election

Including contested races for governor, U.S. senator, Congress, sheriff, clerk of circuit court.

How Milwaukee Police Do Cell Phone Surveillance

A log of 227 investigations reveals how MPD phone surveillance works.

Historic Commission Okays 55-Unit East Side Apartment Building

But St. Mark's church project may face a more contentious zoning hearing.

Rep. Brostoff Statement on Dobbs Decision