
Marcelia Nicholson Bovell, chairwoman of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors.
She changed her name in 2025, marrying Renwick Bovell and taking his last name.
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Milwaukee County Propels Community Vision for Metcalfe Park Liberation Hub
Feb 5th, 2026 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Milwaukee County Board Votes to Invest $5 Million to Protect Transit Service
Dec 18th, 2025 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
12 Local Leaders Endorse Jessica Seawright for State Assembly, District 21
Nov 21st, 2025 by Jessica Seawright
County Executive Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson-Bovell Approve 2026 County Budget
The 2026 Adopted Budget protects essential services, invests in critical infrastructure, and maintains stability in the face of shifting financial realities
Nov 7th, 2025 by David CrowleyMilwaukee County Board Finance Committee Votes to Restore Transit Funding and Strengthen Transit Priorities
The Transit Resolution and Budget Amendment Move to the Full Board for Adoption on Nov. 6
Oct 31st, 2025 by Milwaukee County Board of SupervisorsChairwoman Marcelia Nicholson Hosts 4th Annual Sherman Park Harvest Fest and County Budget Booth
Community Event with “Wicked” Fun Activities and Connections to County Services and Information
Oct 24th, 2025 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia NicholsonChairwoman Nicholson Reflects on a Year of Progress, Policy, Community
Oct 20th, 2025 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Supervisors to Receive 2026 Recommended Budget from County Executive
Community members invited to shape the budget, share their voice
Sep 30th, 2025 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia NicholsonMilwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Second Round of “Building Bridges” Grants for Local Small Businesses
The Building Bridges Program provides grants and resources to support small businesses and commercial corridor activation in Milwaukee County
Sep 24th, 2025 by David CrowleyMilwaukee County Executive David Crowley Delivers “Building Bridges” Grants for Local Small Businesses
The Building Bridges Program provides grants and resources to support small businesses and commercial corridor activation across Milwaukee County
Aug 26th, 2025 by David CrowleyTwo More Southside Progressive Leaders Endorse Supervisor Jack Eckblad For Re-Election in Supervisory District 4
Leaders are latest to join the growing coalition of support for Eckblad's re-election.
Jul 11th, 2025 by Sup. Jack EckbladMATC Appoints Three District Board Members, Including Two Reappointments
Jul 1st, 2025 by Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee County’s New “Building Bridges” Small Business Development Program Officially Approved
The Building Bridges commercial corridor activation program will provide grants and resources to support small businesses across Milwaukee County
Jun 11th, 2025 by David CrowleyCounty Executive Crowley Praises Milwaukee County Board for Approving New Building Bridges Small Business Development Program
The Building Bridges commercial corridor activation program will establish a small business liaison to provide resources to support small businesses across Milwaukee County
May 22nd, 2025 by David CrowleySupervisor Jack Eckblad and Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson Introduce Resolution Supporting Innovative County-Wide Affordable Housing Marketplace
New partnership with CityWise will expand access to safe, affordable housing through a transparent, renter-focused platform—with no cost to the county.
May 16th, 2025 by Sup. Jack EckbladSupervisor Vincent Kicks Off Ice Bucket Challenge for Mental Health Awareness Month
May 7th, 2025 by Sup. Kathleen Vincent
Statement on Courthouse Safety After Milwaukee Judge’s Arrest
Apr 25th, 2025 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
A Courthouse for the People
Milwaukee County Supervisors Elevates Community-Centered Values
Apr 15th, 2025 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia NicholsonCounty Board Authorizes $600,000 for Park Enhancements
Mar 20th, 2025 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Milwaukee County Leaders Condemn Hateful Flyers Targeting Immigrant Communities
Dec 20th, 2024 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Executive Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson Approve 2025 County Budget
The 2025 Adopted Budget continues track record of fiscal responsibility and sound decision making
Nov 13th, 2024 by David CrowleyMilwaukee County Board Advances 2025 Budget Focused on Upstream Services
Nov 7th, 2024 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Sherman Park Harvest Fest Returns for Its Third Year This Saturday
Oct 25th, 2024 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Latinos Leaders Endorse David Marstellar for Assembly in the 21st District
Oct 3rd, 2024 by David Marstellar
Scott Brown Unanimously Appointed Milwaukee County’s New Corporation Counsel
Brown to provide legal guidance and leadership for Milwaukee County elected officials and departments
Jul 31st, 2024 by David CrowleyBoard of Supervisors Renews Commitment to Collaboration to Reach Climate Action Goals
Jul 31st, 2024 by Sup. Anne O' Connor
County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson Endorses Jarrod Anderson for State Assembly District 19
Jun 11th, 2024 by Jarrod Anderson
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee Announces Multimillion-Dollar Sherman Park Renovation
Sherman Park Re-Imagined features 12 exterior park improvements
Apr 16th, 2024 by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater MilwaukeeMarcelia Nicholson Re-Elected Chairwoman of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Apr 15th, 2024 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Reflects on First Term Successes
During his first term, County Executive Crowley delivered investments, initiatives, and policies to advance racial equity in Milwaukee County
Apr 5th, 2024 by David CrowleyMilwaukee 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
Mar 26th, 2024 by Sup. Jack EckbladMilwaukee County Executive David Crowley Signs Legislation Approving $1 Million for Affordable and Emergency Housing
This will be the first project in the State of Wisconsin to merge crisis beds with permanent affordable-rate housing
Feb 26th, 2024 by David CrowleyBurgelis Campaign Rolls Out Longer List of Endorsements in advance of Tuesday Feb 20 Primary Election
Feb 19th, 2024 by Ald. Peter Burgelis
Board Adopts Resolution for External Audit of Milwaukee County Jail
Chairwoman Nicholson Authors Action for Accountability
Feb 1st, 2024 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia NicholsonBurgelis Campaign Rolls Out Long List of Initial Endorsements
Jan 24th, 2024 by Ald. Peter Burgelis
Milwaukee County Paves the Way for Sustainable, Affordable Housing in Near West Side Partner’s Concordia 27 Development
NWSP grateful for $2 million in funds to support affordable housing as part of the comprehensive community center
Nov 15th, 2023 by Near West Side Partners, Inc.Budget Amendment Elevates Community Voices, Fuels Ongoing Budget Collaboration Among Supervisors
Annual Public Hearing Input Shaped Major Budget Amendment
Nov 3rd, 2023 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia NicholsonMilwaukee County Board Supervisors Collaborate on Budget
Vote to Enhance County Services, Invest in Safety and Security
Oct 26th, 2023 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia NicholsonFinance Committee Approves Budget Amendment to Increase Correctional Officer Pay
Oct 26th, 2023 by Sup. Peter Burgelis
Liz Sumner Announces Endorsements From Over a Dozen County Officials
Oct 25th, 2023 by Liz Sumner
Marisabel Cabrera Brings Experience and Dedication to Circuit Court Campaign
Oct 22nd, 2023 by Marisabel Cabrera
Board Receives 2024 Recommended Budget from County Executive
Chairwoman Nicholson Focuses on Equity and Sustainable Initiatives
Sep 28th, 2023 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia NicholsonCounty Executive David Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson Statement on Local Revenue Reform Passage
Crowley, Nicholson, and Move Forward MKE Coalition advocated since 2020 for additional revenue to avoid a devastating fiscal cliff
Jun 14th, 2023 by David CrowleyChairwoman Nicholson Commends Progress to Resolve Local Funding Crisis
Jun 8th, 2023 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Supervisor Gómez-Tom Joins Board, Pledges to Serve District 14 with Dedication and Commitment
May 12th, 2023 by Sup. Caroline Gómez-Tom
Chairwoman Nicholson Celebrates Success of Roller Skating Initiative at Red Arrow Park
May 12th, 2023 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Chairwoman Nicholson Plan to Expand Accessibility to County Board Meetings Adopted
Apr 20th, 2023 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Board of Supervisors Invest Nearly $1 Million to Reimagine Sherman Park
Apr 20th, 2023 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Wisconsin Policy Forum Rings Alarm on Transit Fiscal Cliff
Chairwoman Nicholson statement on ‘Detour Ahead’ report
Mar 30th, 2023 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia NicholsonSupervisor Coggs-Jones Appointed to Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission
Mar 23rd, 2023 by Sup. Priscilla E Coggs-Jones
Chairwoman Nicholson Statement on Milwaukee County’s Fiscal Future
A solution can be reached if we keep our eye on equity and seek common ground
Mar 16th, 2023 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia NicholsonConversion “Therapy” Ban Recommended for Adoption
Mar 8th, 2023 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
County Supervisors Commend Bruce Colburn on Long Career Fighting for Workers’ Rights
Jan 13th, 2023 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Chairwoman Nicholson Named a 2023 Milwaukee Area Power Broker
Jan 12th, 2023 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Chairwoman Nicholson Commends County Investment in Equitable Homeownership
Jan 9th, 2023 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Milwaukee County Invests $2.5 Million in Affordable Homeownership
ARPA funding will support the Acts Housing Homeownership Acquisition Fund
Jan 9th, 2023 by David CrowleyIt’s Time to Sleigh the Holidays!
Christmas in the Ward Brings an Old-Fashioned Holiday Celebration to the Heart of Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward on Friday, Dec. 2
Nov 21st, 2022 by Historic Third Ward AssociationBoard of Supervisors Adopt 2023 Milwaukee County Budget
Adopted Budget Invests in Vital Services, Advances Vision of Racial Equity
Nov 11th, 2022 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia NicholsonFirst Annual Harvest Fest Draws Hundreds to Sherman Park
Nov 3rd, 2022 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Chairwoman Nicholson Applauds New Olmsted Way in Washington Park
Nov 1st, 2022 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Supervisor Burgelis Appointed to Milwaukee Transport Services Inc. Board of Directors
Oct 24th, 2022 by Sup. Peter Burgelis


































