Marina Dimitrijevic

Neighbor Restarts Debate About Controversial Bay View Historic District

New district comes as new home being built on S. Superior St.

Statement on the passing of Officer Kendall Corder

From members of the Common Council: Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II June 30, 2025

Statement on Milwaukee police officers shot in the line of duty

From members of the Common Council: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II June 27, 2025

Giving Cash With No Strings Attached To New Moms Is Delivering Big Results

Cash transfer program shows positive outcomes for 122 Milwaukee moms.

After Being Outsmarted, Council May Accept New Convention Center Deal

But the annual payment to city could be less than the salary for the center's CEO.

Milwaukee’s Flag Debate Is Back

New task force would host design contest. Could People's Flag prevail?

The Bridge Project cash payments to Milwaukee mothers reports success one year in

Cash payments to Milwaukee moms improved mental health, housing stability, food security, ability to pay debt and increased access to childcare

Neighbor-led traffic calming projects in 14th District advance

Summerfest Reusable Cup Returns for 2025 Festival

Supervisor Jack Eckblad, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Representative Ryan Clancy Celebrate Start of Construction of New Playground at South Shore Park

New playground should be completed in June if weather cooperates.

Statement on the passing of Anna Mae Robertson

From all members of the Common Council: Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

Yessenia Ruano Deserves Better

Joint Statement from members of the Common Council: President José G. Pérez, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman Scott Spiker, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II June 2, 2025

False Statement Continues to Fuel Anti-Immigrant Sentimen

Joint statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

Supervisor Jack Eckblad and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic Celebrate Humboldt Beer Garden Opening and Jazz at the Vine Concert Series

Season begins with music, community, and celebration in Bay View

Council, Community Groups Oppose MPD’s Facial Recognition Plans

But Mayor Johnson backs Milwaukee Police searching millions of records.

RNC Report Says Convention Had $321 Million Economic Impact

Host-sponsored report touts impact more than 50% larger than predicted.

Milwaukee Must Pay 2nd Largest Legal Settlement in History

'This is bullsh*t!' Council members angry that botched trial will cost city millions.

Through The Rain, Thousands March For Immigrant Rights

Annual May Day march draws increased attention, attendance due to Trump administration actions.

Former Pfister & Vogel Stable Becoming Event Venue

Brixton's Turn will reactivate 108-year-old buildings.

Statement on the arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan

From Common Council Members: President José G. Pérez, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II April 25, 2025

Milwaukee Delays Legalizing Carriage Houses

How the sponsors of accessory dwelling units sabotaged their own proposal.

Police Department Technology Purchases Raise Concerns

Will increase in cameras and video data invade privacy of citizens?

Milwaukee Police Creating a Drone Team

Purchasing 16 drones and training an airborne assessment team.

Marquee Season for South Shore Park Kicks Off with Beer Garden Opening

Extensive improvements coming this season include a new beach, new playground, and completion of repairs to the storm wall around South Shore Yacht Club

New committee assignments reflect diversity of experience, expertise to move Council forward

Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez April 11, 2025

Big Changes Coming to South Shore Park in 2025

Plus: South Shore Terrace opens for the Season.

Pérez Reshuffles Council Committees

Addition of new alder Alex Brower prompts changes, restores power to veteran council member.

Joint Statement – ICE Arrest Inside Safety Building Is Deeply Concerning

City Suspends Southside Dollar Tree

Council says it has citywide concerns with chain's operation.

Common Council Will Vote On Preventing Nuclear War

Proposal offers common-sense solutions that all can support.

10 Local Leaders Going to Harvard for Young American Leaders Program

Women’s History Month Honorees Celebrated During Tuesday’s Council Meeting

Council Approves MPS Police Officer Agreement, But Money Still An Issue

Council has opportunity to spend MPS funding, but on what?

100th Anniversary of National Bakery & Deli to be recognized during Fat Tuesday Council Meeting

Former Library Would Be Redeveloped Into Apartments

Former Bay View library would be redeveloped and expanded with 3-story addition.

New Mexican Restaurant for Harbor District Wins Key Approval

Miguel Herrera plans to continue family's legacy with Jalisco's Cantina.

Registration now open for 15th Annual Girls’ Day @ City Hall

11 Winners of Food Waste Reduction Grants

Organizations awarded city grants aim to cut 30 tons of food waste in 2 years.

County Rejoins Joint Climate Committee

City-County committee will oversee implementation of climate and economic equity plan.

Caribbean Restaurant Leaving Bay View

Sabor Tropical has closed, with plans to reopen this spring in different location.

Milwaukee Officials Promote Municipal ID Program

With deportation raids looming, 'easy and simple' process costs $10 for identification card.

10 minutes and $10 is all you need to get your municipal ID!

Milwaukee Officials Trying To Understand Impact of Trump’s Federal Aid Freeze

Freeze could have massive impact, causing service cuts, layoffs and shutdowns.

County May Rejoin City-County Climate Change Committee

Resolution calls for reconstituting committee in union with city to monitor results.

Know Your Rights: Stay Informed and be Prepared

Statement Relating to ICE Detention Facility Expansion in Milwaukee

Joint statement from members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, and Alderman Lamont Westmoreland

City Reopens South Side Fire House

Engine 31 firehouse on S. 8th Street recommissioned thanks to new city sales tax.

Fire Station 31 Reopens on Milwaukee’s South Side

$10,000 Bonuses For Police Transfers Not Working?

Gaining few recruits, losing council support. Plus: new labor negotiator approved.

Smaller Zero-Energy Homes Program Moving Forward

Council backs 25 grants of $40,000 for zero-energy homes.

Will Trump Kill Milwaukee Street Upgrades and EV Projects?

At stake are at least 5 federal grants to city worth $99 million; will Trump claw back money?

$15M in grant funding for electric vehicle charging network moves forward

Mayor Johnson Issues Several Budget Vetoes

And council pays out $3 million in legal claims and settlements.

Council committee supports $100K funding for Walker’s Point youth homeless shelter

Council Boosts Road Repair In Adopting 2025 Milwaukee Budget

City services maintained through increases to property taxes and fees.

Common Council adopts amended 2025 City budget

Statement on the passing of Alderman Jonathan Brostoff

From Common Council Members: José G. Pérez, Andrea M. Pratt, Mark Chambers, Jr., Robert J. Bauman, Lamont Westmoreland, Milele A. Coggs, DiAndre Jackson, JoCasta Zamarripa, Larresa Taylor, Sharlen P. Moore, Peter Burgelis, Scott Spiker, Marina Dimitrijevic, Russell W. Stamper, II

Committee Marks Up Milwaukee Budget With Amendments, Footnotes

Council raids personnel accounts to pay for services it says constituents demand.

Milwaukee To Issue More Parking Tickets at Higher Prices in 2025

Strategy part of effort to fund other city services, improve parking access. But is it a stealth way to fund The Hop?

City Budget Amendment Responds to Residents’ Concerns

A Vote for Jill Stein is a Vote for Donald Trump

'Jill Stein isn’t the answer - she is a fraud,' says Milwaukee alderwoman.

Despite Mayor’s Objections, Council Reallocates More Than $4 Million

But the big question remains - how will council spend its transformation fund?

The Zilber Family Foundation Announces A Third Year of Funding For The Bridge Project

Through a $350,000 funding allocation from the City of Milwaukee, the Zilber Family Foundation will support a third year of cash transfers for The Bridge Project participants

Milwaukee’s Cruise Ship Dock More Than Doubled In Cost, Is It Worth It?

Port says yes, at least one council member says no.

Support our democracy by becoming a poll worker!

Joint statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderperson Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

Council Members Skeptical of Employ Milwaukee’s Financial Health

But Mayor's chief of staff says its a rumor that has been "greatly exaggerated."

Milwaukee Common Council Approves $1.7 Million in ARPA Funded Projects

Park-and-Ride Homeless Encampments Will Be Cleared

Effort to find homes for 60 residents will be a 'heavy lift' official says. Housing for 80 previously found.

Alderwoman Pratt invites the community to help fight Sickle Cell Disease

Walk to Break the Sickle Cycle is TOMORROW – Saturday, October 12

Proposal Seeks Big Impact With Small Piece of Federal ARPA Grant

Down payment assistance, housing for LGBTQ+ teens, eviction counseling and more.

African American Roundtable Speaks Out After Joint Public Budget Hearing

Council Invests Remaining ARPA Funds in Milwaukee’s Citizens

Officials Admit RNC Issues, But Say Event Was Success

Hotel revenue surged and AT&T spent millions but some businesses say it was a bust.

Zillman Park grand opening set for Friday, September 27

Council Again Delays Adopting People’s Flag

Parliamentary moves could delay vote on adoption until November.

As city budget process begins, Ald. Dimitrijevic encourages residents to stay informed and engaged

Get #VoteReady on National Voter Registration Day

Joint statement from Common Council Members: Jonathan Brostoff, JoCasta Zamarripa, José G. Pérez, Marina Dimitrijevic, DiAndre Jackson, Lamont Westmoreland, Scott Spiker, Peter Burgelis, Russell W. Stamper, II, Sharlen Moore, Robert J. Bauman, Andrea M. Pratt, Milele A. Coggs, Mark Chambers, Jr., and Larresa Taylor

Mural contains hurtful, divisive words and images

Statement of Milwaukee Common Council Members: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderperson Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Robert J. Bauman,  Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

Committee Endorses Making People’s Flag Official, Despite Objections

Concerns about inclusivity of 2016 design contest continue to cloud process.

City Gives Bay View Dessert Shop 15-Day Suspension

Gordo's Bubble Waffles will remain closed through Aug. 13.

Momentum Grows for Cash Payments To Low-Income Pregnant Women, New Mothers

Unconditional cash payment program initiated by Zilber would be expanded with city funding.

Beware of predatory colleges that promise quick degrees and employment

Joint statement from members of the Common Council: Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Andrea Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderperson Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman Robert Bauman, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman José G. Pérez, and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic

Council members seeking information on fatal shooting during RNC, details on convention-related arrests, economic impact

Attempt To Expand Disorderly Conduct Fine, Ban Bump Stocks Before RNC Fails

Council members concerned about unintended consequences.

Milwaukee Public Library Extends Sunday Hours in July

New Milwaukee Sales Tax Collections Slow, But Comptroller Isn’t Panicking

There are a lot of reasons initial proceeds are slow says Comptroller Bill Christianson.

PSC decision gives Milwaukee ratepayers a victory

Statement of Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic June 27, 2024

Super Majority of Council Takes Issue With Mayor’s Handling of Housing Authority

Council members want solutions, plan to "no longer tenable" situation.

Former Bay View Library Listed For Sale

City wants to see it repurposed. Plus: A nearby church sold to new congregation.

Council Hates For-Profit College, But Approves It Anyway

Threat of lawsuit a factor as Arizona College of Nursing seeks to open on West Side.

Every Cup Counts: Summerfest Continues Their Commitment to Sustainability

Contribution to Marina Dimitrijevic of $1,487