Milele A. Coggs is an alderwoman in the City of Milwaukee. She represents the 6th District.
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Bucks Beat Hiring Goals on Arena
Arena project has created at least 800 jobs for under-employed city residents.
May 23rd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Is Bucks Live Block Good Urbanism?
Council committee debates merits of new building for Old World Third St., gateway to arena.
May 22nd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Lunch & Learn Summer Series offers helpful training for developers
All Lunch and Learn sessions are held in the first floor conference room of the 809 Building
May 18th, 2018 by City of Milwaukee
Breaking Ground for Five Fifty Ultra Lofts
Project is a major milestone for the city, Bucks and local bucks.
May 16th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Volunteers, 15 Community Groups Collaborate for Inaugural, Large-Scale Cleanup of Harambee Neighborhood
The Inaugural Harambee Community Cleanup will take place from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 19.
May 14th, 2018 by Safe & Sound
Common Council approves full lead hazard review for city-owned properties
News release from Alderman Jose G. Perez and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II
May 8th, 2018 by Common Council President Jose Perez
City Creates Vel Phillips Ave., Plans Statue
N. 4th St. to become Vel R. Phillips Ave.; where will statue go?
May 8th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Okays Symphony Plan for Grand Theatre
Musical chairs-style land swap will clear way for movie theater's expansion for MSO.
May 1st, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Jobs Fair for Milwaukee Streetcar Positions Set for Wednesday, May 2 at Maintenance Facility
More than 20 Positions Open, Including Streetcar Operators, Vehicle Maintenance Technician
Apr 30th, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Legislation mandates lead water lines replacement at child care facilities
This mandate applies to both publicly-owned and privately-owned portions of lead service lines.
Apr 26th, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
4th St. Will Become Vel. R. Phillips Ave.
Major downtown street to be renamed for Milwaukee leader and civil rights pioneer.
Apr 25th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Why Fire-Police Chief Was Axed
FPC botched police chief search and nice guy Mayor Barrett decided to get tough.
Apr 24th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Child Care Centers Still Have Lead Pipes
City has so far replaced lead service lines at 163 of 347 facilities.
Apr 23rd, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
The Remarkable Life of Vel Phillips
"A giant in our state" dies at 94; city to honor political pioneer with annual award.
Apr 18th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Foxconn Employ Any Milwaukeeans?
Despite nearly $4.1 billion subsidy, company only has goals, not mandates for hiring.
Apr 12th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Has Added 11,450 Housing Units
All under Barrett, all since 2004. But what about the rest of the city?
Apr 12th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Urban League opens new Workforce Technology Center
The new center showcases technology, new computers and a welcoming learning environment, said Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs.
Apr 11th, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Legislation looks to local source for water infrastructure needs
News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs
Apr 4th, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Award highlights unprecedented growth of 6th District
"The 6th District is in a transformational time and these projects are fine examples of that."
Mar 16th, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Influential Milwaukee women to be honored on city website, cable channel
"Milwaukee is blessed to have such a richly diverse group of influential women who are leaders across a wide array of sectors..."
Mar 9th, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Two development projects to help boost 6th District
"I believe the new development will be a positive addition to the area and the city as a whole."
Feb 28th, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Hip-Hop Week MKE unanimously approved at Common Council meeting
"Hip-hop has the unique ability to bring communities together and stimulate conversations about relevant issues in our society."
Feb 27th, 2018 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Mark Eppli Leaves Lasting Impact on Milwaukee Real Estate Industry
He founded ACRE, with the goal of expanding minority representation in commercial real estate.
Feb 23rd, 2018 by Rachel Kubik
Milwaukee’s First Hostel Coming
Cream City Hostel will open on border of Riverwest and Harambee.
Feb 21st, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Art Gallery and Studio Space Coming to Harambee
City-owned building will be redeveloped on N. Port Washington Ave.
Feb 21st, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
No Strip Club for Riverwest
Owners of Tha Circle cite miscommunication, withdraw application.
Feb 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
New development coming to MLK Drive
Common Council approves resolution for sale of property in 6th District
Feb 6th, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
27th and Wisconsin Project Moves Forward
Common Council, DCD and Near West Side Partners agree on land sale
Feb 6th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Withdraws Nannis Nomination
Interim Health Dept leader at issue, as City Hall infighting hits new highs.
Feb 5th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
City Releases Contractor Gun Photo
Third high-profile incident for contractor, $1.4 million in lost contracts.
Feb 5th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Silence is Complicity – If You See Something, Please Say Something
We will soon move to prohibit any city work rule that would punish or prohibit whistleblowing.
Feb 2nd, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Resolution Aims to Take Down Milwaukee Health Department’s Restrictive Communication Policy
This resolution will prohibit any policy which aims to stifle whistle-blowers.
Feb 1st, 2018 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
City of Milwaukee to Celebrate 28 Days of Black History throughout February
In honor of Black History Month, the City of Milwaukee website and the City Channel (Milwaukee’s government access cable channel) will again recognize influential figures in Milwaukee’s Black history .
Feb 1st, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
Community Form Tonight on Hiring of New Police Chief
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs invites residents to attend tonight’s Town Hall meeting, Creating Constructive Public Dialogue for Selecting Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) Chief of Police
Jan 31st, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
New Building for Bronzeville
Apartments and medical clinic coming to N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
Jan 31st, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Huge Project for 27th and Wisconsin?
Near West Side Partners buying entire block, hypes development, wants free city land.
Jan 30th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Another Contractor Caught With Gun
Another American Sewer worker caught with a gun, company forfeits another contract.
Jan 30th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Aldermen Ask City Attorney for Legality of Paul Nannis’ position
Mr. Nannis was appointed Commissioner of the Milwaukee Health Department by Mayor Tom Barrett and has reportedly already reported for work, but his appointment has not been confirmed by the full Common Council.
Jan 29th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
Pete’s Fruit Market Blooms in Food Desert
Big hit with customers. 75% of workers from the neighborhood.
Jan 27th, 2018 by Talis Shelbourne
7th Annual MKE Business Now Summit Set for Saturday
Abundant resources will be available to inspire and propel Milwaukee’s entrepreneurs forward
Jan 26th, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Health Centers are Providing Lead Testing for Milwaukee Residents
mportant lead testing and clinic information from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs
Jan 26th, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
$750 Million to Replace Lead Pipes
Solutions to city's lead laterals expensive and not simple, council members find.
Jan 24th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Council set to act on Health Department crisis
Joint statement from the Milwaukee Common Council
Jan 12th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
Common Council Statement on Flynn Retirement
Statement from the Common Council - January 8th, 2018
Jan 8th, 2018 by Milwaukee Common Council
Council committee passes Green Alert system measure
News release from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey
Jan 5th, 2018 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Hip-Hop Week MKE passes Common Council committee
Measure goes to full Council on January 17
Jan 4th, 2018 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
10 Most Popular Stories of 2017
A second lakefront tower, a mini-High Line and other favorite stories.
Dec 28th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Council approves Libya slave trade condemnation measure
Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey - December 19, 2017
Dec 19th, 2017 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Ban On Contractors With Guns Passed
Common Council passes ban unanimously, and orders study of ending outside contracting.
Dec 19th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
$65 Million Spent on Streetcar
Construction of track is 90 percent complete, project ahead of schedule.
Dec 18th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Embattled Company Leader Absent at Hearing
Head of company with gun, KKK issues, a no-show. Angry council members promise action.
Dec 18th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderwoman Coggs receives Milwaukee Urban League award
"I am grateful to the Milwaukee Urban League for being selected to receive the Economic Impact Award."
Dec 13th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Sewer contractor to appear before the Steering & Rules Committee to address racist symbols at work-site
The meeting will be at 9:30 a.m. in room 301-B at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St.
Dec 11th, 2017 by City of Milwaukee
Worker With KKK Cooler Fired
City official says American Sewer Services fired worker, a member of Laborers Local 113.
Dec 11th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Donovan Runs Afoul of City Gun Policy
Alderman said he knew of city employees carrying firearms, but has failed to report them.
Dec 7th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Ban Contractors From Carrying Guns?
Proposal causes fierce Common Council debate. Plus: Bauman slams city attorneys.
Dec 6th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Facebook photo shows workers of city-hired subcontractor carrying handguns
News release and image from Alderman Stamper, Alderwoman Coggs, and Council President Hamilton
Dec 4th, 2017 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Affordable Housing in Every Major Project?
Proposal would require it for any project with 20 or more units. Will developers oppose it?
Nov 14th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Amended 2018 budget restores police officers, moves disparity study forward, and honors a fallen city employee
The budget will now head to Mayor Barrett who will have until the close of business on November 27th to sign the budget.
Nov 10th, 2017 by Milwaukee Common Council
Council Approves $1.5 Billion Budget
Despite changes by council, budget still eliminates 27 police officers, 75 firefighters.
Nov 10th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Okays Disparity Study, More Cops
Compromise proposal funds study of gender, race disparities and five new police recruits.
Nov 10th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
How Legacy Lofts Overcame the Odds
Conversion of old ice cream factory died many times before work could begin.
Nov 9th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Overrides Mayor on Firing Flynn
10-5 vote means city lobbyist must seek state law giving council power to fire chiefs.
Nov 7th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Harambee Art Alley Installation Event
The Harambee Art Alley is a beautiful new open-air art gallery space located at 243 E. Burleigh St.
Oct 19th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Council Votes for Authority to Fire Flynn
Requests state law giving them power to fire police and fire chiefs. Mayor promises a veto.
Oct 17th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Ald. Hamilton’s City Hall Power Play
Michael Murphy now finds himself on the outside looking in. Why?
Oct 4th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Community Warehouse Opens in Bronzeville
10,000 square foot retail space sells discounted home repair items.
Oct 4th, 2017 by Elliot Hughes
Black Women’s Empowerment March is Saturday
Black women participants are asked to wear all black clothing, participating men are asked to wear all green and other supporters are asked to wear red.
Sep 29th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Council Approves East Side High Rise
After over a year of debate, the 27-story building is moving forward.
Sep 26th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Pete’s Fruit Market Boosts Bronzeville
New grocery store comes after neighbors opposed Family Dollar moving in.
Sep 20th, 2017 by David Watters
Committee Approves East Side Tower
Real test will come at the Common Council next week.
Sep 19th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Pete’s Fruit Market Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
Long Fought for New grocery store set to open September 14
Sep 10th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Council hearing set for DOJ draft report on MPD practices
News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Council President Ashanti Hamilton
Aug 31st, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
African drum and dance event in the park Sunday
The event will be a family friendly event.
Aug 25th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Monday Keefe Avenue School will receive a special delivery thanks to the community
During the ‘Bronzeville Week Sleepover for Education’ the community came together to raise school supplies and monetary donations for Milwaukee Public Schools.
Aug 25th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Sherman Park Has Been a Melting Pot
Tracing the neighborhood’s German, Jewish and African American heritage.
Aug 25th, 2017 by Jill Florence Lackey, PhD
Commission Approves 27-Story Tower
Madison developer revives 27-story proposal on Prospect next to Goll House.
Aug 14th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Saturday’s Art Walk offers colorful & fun cap to Bronzeville Week
There will also be a free trolley that will take people to the various Art Walk stops/locations.
Aug 11th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Bronzeville Week home stretch means positive events and Art Walk
Bronzeville Week 2017 wraps up on Saturday, August 12 with food, fun exercise and blocks of art.
Aug 10th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Inner City Community Garden Expands
“We Got This” youth group acquires Borchert Field lots, will add fruit trees.
Aug 8th, 2017 by Andrea Waxman
Bronzeville Week continues with wide range of events
News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs
Aug 7th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
The Rise and Fall of Bronzeville
At its peak in the 1930s to 1950s, it had quite a history.
Aug 5th, 2017 by Jill Florence Lackey, PhD
Common Council approves new Pioneering Innovations Commission
News release from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey
Jul 31st, 2017 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Council Still Upset with Chief Flynn
"Damn right hold it again" proclaims alderman Bob Donovan. Council wants more control of chief.
Jul 31st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Child’s shooting death a loss to the entire community
Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs - July 24, 2017
Jul 24th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Council Members Blast Chief Flynn
Demanding more input into Flynn's decision making, they refuse to allocate federal funds.
Jul 11th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Skyline Music series starting this week
FREE summer concert series kicks off Tuesday
Jul 10th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Kids Ask Common Council for Safer Streets
Big increase in city pedestrians killed while crossing the street.
Jul 9th, 2017 by Jessica Wineberg
Jabari Parker’s New Bachelor Pad
Bucks star still owns $570,000 Grafton home; now has a cool Brewers Hill warehouse.
Jul 7th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Community enhancement one block, one area at a time
Event on Monday to announce blight removal effort at 9th and Ring
Jun 25th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Unique ARCH pilot program gets Council approval
News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II
Jun 20th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Council Okays 6 Projects, 346 Apartments
Millions of dollars in new development in five neighborhoods.
Jun 20th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderwoman Coggs invites residents to participate in Juneteenth festivities
The Juneteenth Parade will start at 10 a.m. on Monday
Jun 16th, 2017 by A. O. Smith
Foreclosed Homes to Become Artist Havens
City aims to cultivate artistic community instead of demolishing homes.
Jun 14th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Arena Apartments Receive Design Approval
Building with green bays gets approval to be built near Milwaukee Bucks arena.
Jun 14th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Brewers Hill Apartments Approved
Luxury Commons development moves forward after another public meeting.
Jun 14th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
New Apartments Approved for Halyard Park
Kalan Haywood's City Place project north of arena moves forward.
Jun 13th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
“We Got This” work initiative starts its 2017 session Saturday
This will be the fourth year of the work initiative.
Jun 9th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Sparks Fly Over Hamilton Settlement
Council approves $2.3 million settlement, but black aldermen debate Donovan.
May 31st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Should Cops Do More High Speed Chases?
Common Council says yes. Chief Flynn says no. Who’s right?
May 26th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
