Marina Dimitrijevic

Contribution to Marina Dimitrijevic of $1,487

MTEA Announces Endorsements in Milwaukee Spring Elections

County Increases Spending on Voter Registration, Education

Residents on purge list will get notified, public information campaign will be launched.

Citizen Action endorses Chris Larson for Milwaukee County Executive

Announces more key endorsements in Milwaukee area spring elections

Proposal Targets “Forever Plastics”

Proposal by Supervisors Dimitrijevic and Nicholson bans use of non-biodegradable plastics in county facilities.

Sup. Dimitrijevic Calls for Elimination of Single-Use “Forever Plastics”

Citizen Action of Wisconsin Endorses Marina!

Meet the Candidates for City Offices

Packed spring election features 46 candidates for 19 city offices.

New Area for South Shore Beach Chosen

One of most polluted beaches in U.S. could be fixed -- if funding can be secured.

Liz Sumner Announces Endorsements from Supervisors Jason Haas, Marina Dimitrijevic, and Sheldon Wasserman

Current board members support Sumner to be next board supervisor

Lipscomb Will Run for County Exec

County Board chair says troubled finances must be focus of next county executive.

Could Federal Grant Revive the Jobline?

Supervisors eager to recreate the shuttered bus service push to use federal grant.

Who Will Run for County Executive?

The list is long and could get longer. Handicapping the favorites. 

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Endorse Marina for Alderwoman!

"The support of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin is a tremendous addition to the diverse support we have received in my campaign for Alderwoman."

Milwaukee County Announces New Investments in Homeless Prevention Services in the 2020 Budget

$250,000 investment in the Housing First Initiative will support prevention programming

County Plans to Expand South Shore Beer Garden

County announces plans to spend $50,000 to plan and design beer garden expansion.

Sup. Dimitrijevic Announces Plans to Expand South Shore Terrace Beer Garden

"Thank you to County Executive Abele for including the funding needed to start the process of expanding the successful South Shore beer garden in my district."

County Ends Vendor’s Contract Due to Actions at Border

Southwest Key's immigrant detention centers for unaccompanied minors cause termination.

Supervisor Marina Dimitrijevic

Supervisor Dimitrijevic discusses her bid for Common Council seat, vision for the city.

Vote Mama Endorses Marina for Alderwoman!

"The endorsement of Vote Mama means so much to me and my family."

Transit Cuts Reduced By Abele

After questions raised, his revised 2020 budget finds more revenue for bus system.

State Representative Jonathan Brostoff Endorses Marina for Alderwoman!

"The support of State Representative Brostoff adds to the growing momentum in our campaign."

Could Federal Grant Have Saved Bus Routes?

Some question how Abele administration used federal grant money.

Sup. Alexander Wants More Public Input

County board, less than excited, votes to have the ordinance undergo a review.

Supervisor Dimitrijevic Joins Rally Against ICE Raids

"We are not intimidated by an overzealous executive branch of the federal government, and I look forward to participating in an inter-faith demonstration today against Trump's ICE raids."

Board of Supervisors Directs Parks Department to Formalize Pesticide Use Policy

"Milwaukee County has a responsibility to protect the health and safety of everyone who uses our parks and facilities..."

Should Sheriff Provide Security on Buses?

It would cost more and issue divides bus drivers and riders. No action taken on idea.

Ryan Clancy announces candidacy for Milwaukee County Supervisor, District Four

"I am running for County Supervisor to restore funding and focus on human needs."

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Statement on Unanimous County Board Vote to Support Healthy Birth Outcomes

"I commend Supervisor Marina Dimitrijevic for her leadership in providing doulas to expecting mothers,.."

County Board Unanimously Funds Doula Services to Support Women’s Reproductive Health

"Everyone deserves access to quality, affordable health care, and this program funds birth support for mothers who need it most."

Supervisors Ask County Parks to Update, Clarify Pesticide Use Policy

"It is our duty to protect the citizens of Milwaukee County."

County Health Committee Advances Supervisor Dimitrijevic’s Doula Initiative

"It is revolutionary and a great win for women's healthcare that we are partnering with the city to put public funding towards birth support in Milwaukee for mothers who need it most."

Milwaukee School Board Director Megan O’Halloran Endorses Marina Dimitrijevic for Alderwoman of Milwaukee’s 14th District

"I am honored to have the strong support of Director O'Halloran."

County Supervisor Jason Haas Endorses Marina Dimitrijevic for Alderwoman of Milwaukee’s 14th District

"I am honored to have the strong support of my colleague and neighbor Supervisor Jason Haas."

Lurie’s Bay View Proposal Not Dead

Withdrawing zoning application doesn't mean project is canceled.

Dimitrijevic Will Run For Common Council

County Supervisor wants to represent Bay View at City Hall.

Marina Dimitrijevic Announces Candidacy for Alderwoman of Milwaukee’s 14th District

"My elected experience representing District 14 residents combined with my neighborhood activism provide me with the strongest foundation to advocate for all of us at the city council."

4 Questions and Answers on The Domes

What's going to happen? That could be the toughest question of all.

New Effort Provides Doulas to 100 Women

County funding of $52,000 would provide doulas to help pregnant women in 53206 ZIP code.

Donovan Won’t Run for Re-Election

Fightin' Bob is walking away. Zamarripa and Bielinski likely to run for council seat.

Common Council to Vote on Doula Funding Legislation

“I was born and raised in the 53206 Zip Code and have seen firsthand the lack of maternal health resources available to mothers and their newborns and its effects,” said Ald. Rainey.

City and County of Milwaukee to Partner on Providing 100 Doulas for Improved Birth Outcomes

Doulas are often colloquially referred to as a pregnancy and birth companion, and typically provide physical, informational and emotional support to a pregnant mother and baby

County May Study Security Officers for Buses

County committee unanimously approves study, will next go to full board.

Marina Dimitrijevic Voted “Best Milwaukee County Supervisor” in Reader Poll

"Thank you Shepherd Express readers for your vote of confidence."

City-wide School Board Candidate Bob Peterson announces endorsement from 23 elected officials

The full list of elected officials to have endorsed Bob Peterson for MPS school board represents a broad span of Milwaukee’s neighborhoods.

Board of Supervisors Adopts 2019 Milwaukee County Budget

17-1 Vote Demonstrates Unprecedented Unity Among Supervisors

Last Minute Amendment Saves Job Line

County board will pay to extend bus line to jobs in Waukesha, Washington counties.

Supervisors Save JobLines with Amendment

Lipscomb, Dimitrijevic Avert Cut to Jobs Access for Thousands

Post Office, Company Fight Over Downtown Property

Plus: Where should Public Museum move? And what's an Opportunity Zone?

Frank Lloyd Wright House B

One of his six American System-Built homes on Burnham. Quite a history. Quite a home.

Supervisor Dimitrijevic Proposes Mitchell Park for Site of New Milwaukee Public Museum

"The positive possibilities of this proposed relationship are endless."

Supervisor Dimitrijevic Calls for Menstrual Equity

Dimitrijevic proposed amending the 2019 county budget to address the lack of equity in hygiene produccts.

“Ruth M. Simos Great Room” Dedicated in Ceremony at Humboldt Park Pavilion

"Ruth Simos was a tireless advocate for Humboldt Park..."

County Panel Nixes Bus Fare Crackdown

Sebring wants enforcement against those who don’t pay fare. Committee defeats it on 3-2 vote.

Should County Move South Shore Beach?

County officials have funded design options to improve the often polluted beach.

County Exploring Options to Relocate South Shore Beach

For years, South Shore Beach has been plagued by water quality problems that lead to frequent beach closures.

Union Serve Notice on SSP America

Workers at company that serves airport demand a union, give company till Monday to officially respond.

Labor Battle Looms at Airport

Service and hospitality workers for SSP America demand union vote, may call for picketing or a strike.

Liberal Groups Won’t Endorse For Governor

None of four Democratic finalists got more than one-third of online vote.

Talks May Start on Bus to Foxconn

Lipscomb offers road map for bus connecting workers from Milwaukee at press conference.

Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses State Assembly Candidates

Working families champions challenging Republican incumbents in Southeastern Wisconsin blue wave

WI Working Families Party endorses Milwaukee County slate for state legislature

Working families champions to build progressive power for county; state residents

The Federal Government Should Never Separate Families

"Separating families is cruel and is completely contradictory to our American values."

Who is Josh Pade?

On June 1, Pade became the 10th Democratic candidate for governor in 2018 primary.

Committee Advances Dimitrijevic Proposal to Ban Housing Discrimination

The County Board will consider the measure at their meeting on June 21.

Chairman Lipscomb and Supervisor Dimitrijevic Push for a Paid Parental Leave Policy for Milwaukee County

Progressive Plan Aimed at Achieving Equity and Improving Employee Recruitment

County Board Okays Pot Referendum

Hope is that advisory referendum will push state legislators to act.

Battle Over The Winter Farmers Market

Weddings at Domes far more lucrative, Parks leader says, but board backs farmers market.

County Board Votes to Implement Eviction Reduction Plan

"In Milwaukee County we are moving beyond talk and into real action to confront the eviction crisis head on."

Lipscomb Calls for Returning Farmers Market to Domes

At 1:00pm on Tuesday, May 15, the Committee on Parks, Recreation and Culture will hear a report from the Interim Parks Director, as requested by the County Board of Supervisors, regarding the status of the Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market.

Chairman Lipscomb Announces Committee Assignments

Standing committees typically meet every month, prior to the County Board meeting.

Elevating the Next Governor of Wisconsin; Wisconsin’s Choice Campaign Narrows Field to Nine Candidates in Endorsement Process

Thousands vote in poll to find people’s champion to challenge Scott Walker and win

Supervisor Dimitrijevic Celebrates Season Opening of South Shore Terrace

The South Shore Terrace is located in a renovated 1930's era boathouse in South Shore Park.

South Shore Terrace Seeking to Kickstart Spring with Grand Opening on April 18

Those who are brave enough to attend will be among the first to experience new menu items available at the beer garden

“Money Isn’t Everything” — Working Families Party Candidates Win Big in Milwaukee; Racine Elections

Winning Shea campaign outspent by Leadership MKE PAC nearly 10-1; pulls off upset

Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I'm honored to receive the endorsement of Wisconsin's Working Families Party."

Bill Targets Milwaukee’s Segregation

Landlords would be nudged to accept federal housing vouchers. Many testified against bill.

Supervisors Honor Legacy of Parks Advocate Ruth M. Simos

Ruth was the founder of Humboldt Park Friends.

Barnes Campaign: Endorses Randy Bryce for Congress

Will speak at Saturday rally in Racine

Parks Should Be Free For All People

Why Abele’s pay-to-park-plan for county parks should be opposed.

America’s Leading Concertina Bar

Formerly Altenburg's, now Kochanski's, still preserving an old Milwaukee tradition.

Supervisor Dimitrijevic Proposal Would Keep Lakefront Free, Open

"We should be making our public parks more accessible, not creating financial barriers."

The City Christmas Tree House

Each year a city resident donates a spruce for City Hall. Here's the home of 2017's winner.

Zielinski Will Run for Mayor

Alderman declares for mayor, two years before the election, and police union endorses him.

Supervisor Taylor Thanks County Board for Adoption of Amendment to Restore $200,000 for Senior Center Operations

"I support Milwaukee County tightening its belt, but not at the expense of our seniors."

2018 County Budget Includes Dimitrijevic’s Eviction Reduction Plan

County Departments Unite to Keep Families in Their Homes Using Best Practices

Baby Boomers Is Classic Bay View

The old working-class Bay View before the 288 Stitchweld apartments arose here.

Supervisor Dimitrijevic Thanks Finance Committee for Approval of Eviction Reduction Plan

County Departments Unite to Keep Families in Their Homes Using Best Practices

Wisconsin is Hiring! People-driven Organizations Launch Major Grassroots Effort to Shape 2018 Election and Race for Governor

Effective grassroots organizations coming together to build a government that works for the people of Wisconsin

The Backyard, a Unique Bay View Bar

A tavern here since 1909, and where else can you grill your own steaks outdoors?

Abele Battles Board on Budget

Once again. Even if it means swapping their old ideological positions.

County Board Adopts Measure to Limit the Shackling of Pregnant Women

"The practice of restraining pregnant women is demeaning and unnecessary and best efforts must be made to avoid this practice at all costs."

Supervisor Taylor Measure Would Limit the Shackling of Pregnant Women

A measure opposing the practice of shackling pregnant and postpartum women within Milwaukee County correctional facilities will come before the Judiciary, Safety, and General Services committee

Milwaukee County Employees Embrace Health

More participate in health and wellness program, with encouraging results.

‘Fighting Bob Fest’ coming to Milwaukee

Now in its 16th year, “Fighting Bob Fest,” the annual festival for progressive politics, is coming to Milwaukee for the first time.

It’s Bay View vs. City Hall!

So says Ald. Zielinski, as he seeks supporters for a Bay View Park.

Supervisor Dimitrijevic to Join DACA March and Hunger Strike

"We still have time to stop President Trump's shameful immigrant-hating agenda..."

Milwaukee County Supervisors Condemn Terrorist Attack in Charlottesville

"Hate has no place in America, and we condemn the individuals and groups that came to Charlottesville seeking violent confrontation as a platform to spread their racist ideology."

Grassroots Group Targets Sheriff Clarke

But Clarke calls group’s leaders “mush-minds” and “rabble rousers.”

The Manderley Bed & Breakfast

1886 West Side home of world's most acclaimed woman farmer now a classic B&B.

County Investments in South Shore Park Pay Off

Beach and Park Upgrades Pushed by Supervisor Dimitrijevic Nearly Complete