Marina Dimitrijevic is a member of the Milwaukee Common Council, first elected in April 2020. She was releected in 2024.
She ran for the open mayoral seat in 2021, but finished fourth.
From 2004 through 2020 she was a member of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors. She previously served as the board’s chairwoman.
Dimitrijevic ran for the open 19th Assembly District seat in 2014 as a Democrat, losing to Jonathan Brostoff who would go on to win in the seat in the general election.
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2025 - January Continuing - $705 - 15 contributions
2020 - July Continuing - $1,628 - 5 contributions
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Did Milwaukee Just Make Itself A Sanctuary City?
City Attorney warns of Trump Adm. reaction as council passes 'ICE Out' proposal.
Mar 3rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Continues Preparing for Possible ICE Surge
1,800 letter writers urge Common Council to sign ICE OUT proposals.
Feb 24th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes
Chambers, Zamarripa Trade Profanity, Barbs Over Policy
Blowup results in Pérez shaking up committee assignments. Could a censure be next?
Feb 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
ICE Hearing Boils Over as Ron Johnson Accuses Minnesota AG of Endangering Protesters
Johnson links Keith Ellison to the fatal shooting of two people by ICE agents; Ellison calls the performance theatrical.
Feb 12th, 2026 by Evan Casey
Council Announces ‘ICE Out Milwaukee’ Plan
Seeking to use 'every single city resource' to oppose possible ICE surge in Milwaukee.
Feb 11th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Facing Pushback, MPD Halts Use of Facial Recognition Technology
If not, Fire & Police Commission, Common Council are poised to step in.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Copies County Budgeting Rule
Under proposal departments must warn Common Council of upcoming deficit.
Feb 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Suspends Pink Agave
Bay View business accused of skirting health inspections.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Cracks Down on 28,000 Illegal Parkers
Threatening to tow any car whose owner has five or more unpaid tickets.
Jan 7th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderwoman Seeks To Regulate Data Centers in Milwaukee
Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic's proposal would start with a "pause" on local development.
Dec 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Blocked In Fight To Oversee Top City Officials
City Attorney says proposal isn't legal or enforceable. What will council do?
Dec 16th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Mayor’s Power in Decline?
Council grabbing more power, overriding nearly every veto by Mayor Johnson.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
New Council Members Oppose Taking Tax Returns To Pay Private Ambulances
But opposition could cost the city 'ginormously' more money, warns a veteran.
Dec 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Narrowly Approves New Police Contract
Several members raise objections to provisions in and out of the deal.
Nov 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
The Full Cost of New Police Contract
City will need to absorb large, complicated costs.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Leaders Celebrate Opening of Wisconsin’s Largest Private Affordable Housing Complex
The Corliss will eventually include 576 affordable apartments across eight buildings.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Why the Common Council’s Amended Budget is Good Policy for Milwaukee
Council's budget amendments are a statement of Milwaukee's values.
Nov 20th, 2025 by Alds. Marina Dimitrijevic and Russell W. Stamper, II
Marcus Center Problem Has Been 40 Years in the Making
City being asked to fund repairs to structure it doesn't own.
Nov 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Miffed Mayor Issues 7 Budget Vetoes
Johnson unhappy with council amendments, calling one 'pointless and heartless.'
Nov 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
What’s In the 44 Footnotes Added to Milwaukee’s Budget?
Record number of footnotes reveal what council members are thinking. And who's the new prolific author?
Nov 14th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Marks Up Mayor’s 2026 Budget, Adds Services, Pay Raises
Proposal now subject to Cavalier Johnson's veto pen.
Nov 7th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Spends More Than Nine Hours Debating Budget Amendments
Testy meeting lines up more library hours, raises, fire truck funding.
Oct 31st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Dimitrijevic’s Revised Budget Boosts Library Hours, Housing, City Wages
Finance committee chair says her amended budget 'invests in neighborhoods.'
Oct 28th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Extending Hours For Downtown Parking Meters
It could also add more areas with variable pricing.
Oct 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Opioid Treatment Program Opens First Clinic in Milwaukee
Community Medical Services' new southside clinic is 4th in state to combat addiction.
Oct 20th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
Milwaukee Has Its First ‘Innovation District’
City aims to cut red tape while Wantable Cafe leader seeks to create tech cluster.
Oct 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Changing How It Deals With Habitual Parking Offenders
Those with five or more tickets will receive new treatment from the city.
Oct 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Future of Sunday Library Hours Uncertain As MPL Tries New Staffing Model
Council hints it may override mayor. Spiker again provokes a coworker.
Oct 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Takes Major Step To Delay Mayor’s Wheel Tax Increase
Finance committee members charge mayor created budget hole he is asking council to solve.
Oct 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Compromise Sought on Bay View Historic District
Initial proposer shifts to opposition.
Oct 8th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Might Pump Brakes on Mayor’s Proposed Wheel Tax Increase
Finance chair says delaying vote gives city residents a voice.
Oct 6th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
South Shore Park Has a New Beach
After many years of work, new beach should solve water quality problems.
Sep 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Cactus Club Accessibility Improvements Inspire City Officials
City will waive fees for additions like wheelchair ramps. 'We want thousands more.'
Sep 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Will Waive Permit Fees For Owner-Occupied Homes Flood Repair
Proposal aims to reduce costs of rebuilding after 1,000-year storm.
Sep 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Breaks Ground on New Cruise Ship Dock
City, state officials highlight expected boost for tourism, jobs.
Sep 4th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Council Members Pitch Trump to Declare FEMA Emergency
Dimitrijevic and Chambers lead letter urging FEMA help after 1000-year rainstorm.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Juice Bar Opens in Bay View
The Canteen offers fresh-pressed juices, snacks and community space.
Aug 7th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Council Adopts Growing MKE Plan
Now known as 'Housing Element,' plan aims to fight off gentrification, create 'missing middle' housing.
Jul 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
After Lengthy Debate, Council Legalizes Carriage Homes
Did Milwaukee just eliminate single-family zoning?
Jul 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Neighbor Restarts Debate About Controversial Bay View Historic District
New district comes as new home being built on S. Superior St.
Jul 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Giving Cash With No Strings Attached To New Moms Is Delivering Big Results
Cash transfer program shows positive outcomes for 122 Milwaukee moms.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
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.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee’s Flag Debate Is Back
New task force would host design contest. Could People's Flag prevail?
Jun 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council, Community Groups Oppose MPD’s Facial Recognition Plans
But Mayor Johnson backs Milwaukee Police searching millions of records.
May 27th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
RNC Report Says Convention Had $321 Million Economic Impact
Host-sponsored report touts impact more than 50% larger than predicted.
May 20th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Must Pay 2nd Largest Legal Settlement in History
'This is bullsh*t!' Council members angry that botched trial will cost city millions.
May 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Through The Rain, Thousands March For Immigrant Rights
Annual May Day march draws increased attention, attendance due to Trump administration actions.
May 1st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Former Pfister & Vogel Stable Becoming Event Venue
Brixton's Turn will reactivate 108-year-old buildings.
Apr 30th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Delays Legalizing Carriage Houses
How the sponsors of accessory dwelling units sabotaged their own proposal.
Apr 22nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Department Technology Purchases Raise Concerns
Will increase in cameras and video data invade privacy of citizens?
Apr 22nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Police Creating a Drone Team
Purchasing 16 drones and training an airborne assessment team.
Apr 22nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Big Changes Coming to South Shore Park in 2025
Plus: South Shore Terrace opens for the Season.
Apr 11th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Pérez Reshuffles Council Committees
Addition of new alder Alex Brower prompts changes, restores power to veteran council member.
Apr 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Suspends Southside Dollar Tree
Council says it has citywide concerns with chain's operation.
Apr 3rd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Common Council Will Vote On Preventing Nuclear War
Proposal offers common-sense solutions that all can support.
Mar 20th, 2025 by Bill Christofferson
Council Approves MPS Police Officer Agreement, But Money Still An Issue
Council has opportunity to spend MPS funding, but on what?
Mar 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Library Would Be Redeveloped Into Apartments
Former Bay View library would be redeveloped and expanded with 3-story addition.
Feb 26th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Mexican Restaurant for Harbor District Wins Key Approval
Miguel Herrera plans to continue family's legacy with Jalisco's Cantina.
Feb 22nd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
11 Winners of Food Waste Reduction Grants
Organizations awarded city grants aim to cut 30 tons of food waste in 2 years.
Feb 11th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
County Rejoins Joint Climate Committee
City-County committee will oversee implementation of climate and economic equity plan.
Feb 11th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Caribbean Restaurant Leaving Bay View
Sabor Tropical has closed, with plans to reopen this spring in different location.
Feb 8th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Officials Promote Municipal ID Program
With deportation raids looming, 'easy and simple' process costs $10 for identification card.
Feb 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Officials Trying To Understand Impact of Trump’s Federal Aid Freeze
Freeze could have massive impact, causing service cuts, layoffs and shutdowns.
Jan 28th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
County May Rejoin City-County Climate Change Committee
Resolution calls for reconstituting committee in union with city to monitor results.
Jan 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
City Reopens South Side Fire House
Engine 31 firehouse on S. 8th Street recommissioned thanks to new city sales tax.
Jan 8th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
$10,000 Bonuses For Police Transfers Not Working?
Gaining few recruits, losing council support. Plus: new labor negotiator approved.
Dec 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Smaller Zero-Energy Homes Program Moving Forward
Council backs 25 grants of $40,000 for zero-energy homes.
Dec 10th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
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?
Dec 10th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Johnson Issues Several Budget Vetoes
And council pays out $3 million in legal claims and settlements.
Nov 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Boosts Road Repair In Adopting 2025 Milwaukee Budget
City services maintained through increases to property taxes and fees.
Nov 8th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Marks Up Milwaukee Budget With Amendments, Footnotes
Council raids personnel accounts to pay for services it says constituents demand.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
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?
Oct 30th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
A Vote for Jill Stein is a Vote for Donald Trump
'Jill Stein isn’t the answer - she is a fraud,' says Milwaukee alderwoman.
Oct 28th, 2024 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Despite Mayor’s Objections, Council Reallocates More Than $4 Million
But the big question remains - how will council spend its transformation fund?
Oct 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee’s Cruise Ship Dock More Than Doubled In Cost, Is It Worth It?
Port says yes, at least one council member says no.
Oct 23rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Members Skeptical of Employ Milwaukee’s Financial Health
But Mayor's chief of staff says its a rumor that has been "greatly exaggerated."
Oct 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
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.
Oct 14th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Proposal Seeks Big Impact With Small Piece of Federal ARPA Grant
Down payment assistance, housing for LGBTQ+ teens, eviction counseling and more.
Oct 8th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
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.
Oct 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Again Delays Adopting People’s Flag
Parliamentary moves could delay vote on adoption until November.
Sep 24th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Endorses Making People’s Flag Official, Despite Objections
Concerns about inclusivity of 2016 design contest continue to cloud process.
Sep 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Gives Bay View Dessert Shop 15-Day Suspension
Gordo's Bubble Waffles will remain closed through Aug. 13.
Aug 7th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
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.
Aug 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Attempt To Expand Disorderly Conduct Fine, Ban Bump Stocks Before RNC Fails
Council members concerned about unintended consequences.
Jul 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
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.
Jun 28th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Super Majority of Council Takes Issue With Mayor’s Handling of Housing Authority
Council members want solutions, plan to "no longer tenable" situation.
Jun 27th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Bay View Library Listed For Sale
City wants to see it repurposed. Plus: A nearby church sold to new congregation.
Jun 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
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.
Jun 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Government Could Launch a Daycare
Proposal for new perk aims to help city retain and attract employees.
Jun 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Okays Peruvian Restaurant in Bay View
Restaurant will have different name - Inca Peru Cuisine - and chef than originally planned.
Jun 3rd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Will Contest We Energies Rate Hikes
It's 'environmental redlining... just to turn a profit,' Ald Dimitrijevic charges.
May 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Protected Bike Lanes Will Link Bay View With Downtown
Series of city projects will provide safe link between South Side and Downtown.
May 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council At Odds On Committee Assignments
But Pérez pledges to install Ald. Pratt as a vice chair within six months.
May 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Choice of Committee Chairs Criticized
Council president Jose Perez 'shut all four Black women members out,' Ald. Pratt complains.
Apr 29th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Could Get Involved In Money-for-New-Moms Program
Dimitrijevic's proposal seeks to extend cash grant program for low-income mothers to three years.
Apr 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Council Most Diverse In Milwaukee History
The largest number of Black, women and LBGTQ+ members in history. Meet all 15.
Apr 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Spends $77,000 To Resolve Harassment Claim Against Spencer
Embarrassing payoff comes amid city attorney's reelection campaign.
Mar 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Suspends Southside Bar After Man With Illegal Drugs Shot
Primo's Place, on 16th and Grant, will be closed from March 8 through April 6.
Feb 27th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Proposal Would Incentivize Landlords To Accept Assistance Vouchers
Proposal seeks to address housing voucher discrimination by adding incentives for landlords.
Feb 22nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
