Milele A. Coggs is an alderwoman in the City of Milwaukee. She represents the 6th District.
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Marquette Updating Inflatable Dome
City panel approves design changes, despite snarking about Minnesota Vikings.
May 25th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Residents Welcome Bader Headquarters
Harambee residents hail Bader foundation groundbreaking on N. MLK Dr.
May 22nd, 2017 by Naomi Waxman
Arena Apartments Advance
City Plan Commission has concerns, but advances Royal Capital's project design.
May 15th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Strip Club Approved
Lawsuit settled. "Everyone and their brother" can now open a club.
May 9th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Bader Breaks Ground on New Central City HQ
One of Milwaukee's largest foundations is moving to neighborhood it hopes to improve.
May 8th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
How to Make a Pedestrian Friendly City
New district-by-district reports on improving city for bicycling and walking.
May 3rd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
City creates employee safety email account
Action is related to fatal March shooting of city DNS inspector
May 3rd, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Why Strip Club Deal Fell Apart
Deal would have ended suits against city if council okayed new club.
Apr 19th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
City Panel Rejects Sherman Park Station
Design criticized. Would replace gas station destroyed during summer riot.
Apr 12th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Officials Celebrate Garfield Development
Groundbreaking for $17 million development and reopened Black Holocaust Museum.
Apr 5th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
A Tiny Odd Beauty in Riverwest
Mediterranean Revival home was long an office for landscape firm.
Apr 3rd, 2017 by Michael Horne
Groundbreaking Celebrates Re-emergence of Black Holocaust Museum, Bronzeville
Maures Development Group and J. Jeffers & Co. will be redeveloping the Garfield School into 30 affordable apartments.
Mar 31st, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
City Proposal Protects Students
Protections target for-profit colleges that leave students with huge debts.
Mar 27th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
2017 State of the City
As Delivered by Mayor Tom Barrett
Mar 6th, 2017 by Mayor Tom Barrett
Alderwoman Coggs to host Bucks jobs informational session March 9 at Hillside
Event will feature information about construction jobs, other positions
Mar 3rd, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Council Approves Arena, Hammes Design Changes
Full speed ahead on arena, office building, more downtown changes.
Mar 1st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Bucks Select Apartment Developer
Up-and-coming development firm will build 90-unit building
Feb 24th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Okays Two Downtown Designs
Plus: What will the Bucks big announcement on Friday be?
Feb 22nd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Streetcar Track Construction Starts in April
System on track to start service in late 2018, project is on-budget
Feb 17th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Overwhelming support for our fellow citizens and for our ideals
Milwaukee could be the first city in the U.S. to officially declare its opposition to the travel ban.
Feb 7th, 2017 by Common Council President Jose Perez
City of Milwaukee website, cable channel to host black history vignettes
News release from Alds. Chantia Lewis and Milele A. Coggs
Feb 1st, 2017 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Clarke Square Apartments Advance
Unique apartment project, high-growth internet company and grocery move forward.
Jan 31st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Launch of key Promise Zone effort to be announced Tuesday
City Hall event Jan 31 to be hosted by Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton
Jan 30th, 2017 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Recognition is well-deserved for 6th District Difference Makers
“That selfless attitude and generosity of spirit and energy is what the Difference Makers Award is all about...”
Jan 19th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Riverworks selected for 2017 Mini Block Build MKE
During the Mini Block Build, volunteers and community partners will come together to enhance – for free – several homes via small repairs, as well as beautification and landscaping projects.
Jan 13th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
New Development For Villard Avenue
City zoning change will allow four-story, 33-unit apartment complex on 37th and Villard.
Jan 11th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Register now for the MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit
The summit will take place on Saturday, Jan 28 at the Business and Economics Academy of Milwaukee.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Nationally-known peace activist Erica Ford to appear at public, free session on Friday
Erica Ford is the founder and CEO of LIFE Camp, Inc.
Jan 4th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Three Plans for New City Library
MLK library the latest to have private development that includes a new library.
Dec 19th, 2016 by Graham Kilmer
Muni Court Debts Slam One Zip Code
One fourth of residents of heavily black 53206 owe money; “shocking,” says Ald. Murphy.
Dec 13th, 2016 by Gretchen Schuldt
Lead Service Line Replacement Plan
Mayor Tom Barrett released the following statement regarding the Common Council’s vote on the lead service line replacement plan
Dec 13th, 2016 by Mayor Tom Barrett
Council Approves Help For Lead Pipes
But not a lot. Program will replace 300 lead laterals a year, with help for homeowners.
Dec 13th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Wangard Violates Residents Preference Program
Council members blast the company for failure, call for tougher requirements.
Dec 7th, 2016 by Graham Kilmer
Community meeting on Saturday to discuss lead service line proposal
News release from Alds. Milele A. Coggs, Russell W. Stamper, II and Khalif J. Rainey
Dec 5th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Housing Resource Fair Impacts Neighborhoods
Workshops, information help home owners with fix-ups and financing repairs.
Nov 26th, 2016 by Clara Hatcher
Council Okays Garfield Development
City TID will help finance Bronzeville development including Black Holocaust Museum.
Nov 23rd, 2016 by Graham Kilmer
Muni Court Indigents Will Get Lawyers
Common Council votes 9-6 to approve funding for new program.
Nov 7th, 2016 by Gretchen Schuldt
Pete’s Fruit Market
New grocery store will be the community hub of Bronzeville
Nov 4th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Council refocuses on neighborhoods in amended city budget
News release from Alds. Ashanti Hamilton and Milele A. Coggs
Nov 4th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Joint letter to DA John Chisholm
Joint letter from members of the Common Council to District Attorney Chisholm
Oct 28th, 2016 by Milwaukee Common Council
RFP for new mixed-use MLK Library
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs said the Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) has issued a Request for Proposal from qualified firms looking to partner on a mixed-use development of a new Martin Luther King branch library at 310 W. Locust St.
Oct 11th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Development Partners
Issues Request for Proposal for Martin Luther King library
Sep 28th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Library
Council signs off on resolution creating the Office of African American Affairs
The staffing makeup of the Office of African American Affairs will be determined in 2017 budget discussions.
Sep 21st, 2016 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Bronzeville Week celebration set for August 5 – 12, 2017
Each August since its inception, Bronzeville Week has gained momentum and has attracted noticeably larger crowds to a series of performances and events.
Sep 20th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Harambee Community Market finale at Rose Park is Saturday
The Harambee Community Market will make its final appearance of the season at Rose Park tomorrow.
Sep 9th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Ald. Coggs introduces file to generate discussion of Sylville Smith case
The death of Mr. Smith, 23, sparked civil unrest and prompted an emergency curfew order for those under age 18.
Sep 2nd, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Special job and info session set for next week
The event will provide important information about carpenter apprentice, carpenter helper, laborer apprentice and other skilled construction trades positions.
Aug 26th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Pancakes & Poetry, Art Walk and youth talent event to close out Bronzeville Week
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs invites the public to see what the event’s final two days have in store.
Aug 12th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Cool Aid & Canvases and Paint-N-Sip top Bronzeville Week schedule through Friday
Bronzeville Week 2016 is hitting its midpoint with some excellent arts and culture, education, and socially-enriching events and activities on the way through Friday, August 12. A look at the schedule today through tomorrow – Friday, August 12: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs invites the public to a great children’s art event – Cool Aid & Canvases – which will take place TODAY (Thursday, August 11) at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, 310 W. Locust St., with a first session starting at 10:30 a.m. and an afternoon session starting at 1:30 p.m. Paint-N-Sip, an adult art exploration and social event, will take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on today at Best Friends Klubhouse, 2722 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Also today, Bronzeville Week has partnered with the Peace Alliance for Change for a first-ever Sleep Over for Education which will be held at N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. and W. North Ave. from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Friday morning. The event aims to collect donated school supplies for MPS students in need. The schedule for Friday, August 12 features Bronzeville Fire: Our Young and Talented, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 2200 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. For more information about Bronzeville Week, visit: www.bronzevillesummermke.com or call 414-286-8640.
Aug 11th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Bronzeville Week events include art, theater, entrepreneurship breakfast, home run derby and softball championship
Bronzeville Week 2016 is underway.
Aug 8th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Bronzeville Week 2016 kickoff news conference set for Thursday
Cultural and Arts Festival, HaRUNbee 5K Walk/Run to highlight first day of family-oriented week of celebration in Bronzeville
Aug 3rd, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Summer of Peace Youth Rally is Friday
At 10:30 a.m., the SOP community parades will depart from 5th and Locust and 9th and Ring and will march to Martin Luther King Peace Place.
Jul 28th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Rocky Marcoux Keeps His Job
In a dramatic turnabout, the once-dead DCD head gains 11 of 15 council member votes.
Jul 26th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Outrage at ambush of MPD officer & other police shootings
Joint Statement from All Members of the Common Council
Jul 19th, 2016 by Milwaukee Common Council
Why Rocky Marcoux Is In Trouble
New Common Council leaders want to ax the DCD leader. But why? Few will say.
Jul 18th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Ald. Coggs invites residents to Garfield Avenue Blues, Jazz, Gospel & Arts Festival
The festival takes place TOMORROW (Saturday, July 16), from noon until 8:00 p.m
Jul 15th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
“We Got This” enters third summer of mentorship
News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs
Jul 8th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Jazz in the Hood raises awareness for bone marrow and blood donations
The event is a continuation of the #BronzevilleSummer series and will take place from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on N. 4th St. between W. North Ave. and W. Garfield Ave.
Jul 6th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Rocky Marcoux’s Job in Jeopardy
Council majority votes no, but decision will get reconsidered. His chances look slim.
Jul 6th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Deadline for Freedom Scholarship Essay Contest is one month away
The contest encourages students to put into words what the concept of “freedom” means to them and how they can combat and prevent prejudice, discrimination, and violence in the world today.
Jul 5th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Rocky Marcoux Wins Committee Approval
DCD leader was thought to be in trouble, but city committee votes 4-0 to reconfirm.
Jun 28th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Taking “Home” out of Home Rule
Joint Statement from All Members of the Common Council
Jun 24th, 2016 by Milwaukee Common Council
Juneteenth festivities mark start of #BronzevilleSummer series
It's an entire season of events appealing to lovers of music, art, food, culture and fun
Jun 17th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Aldermen Unveil Anti-Violence Initiative
Hamilton and 11 other aldermen call for “holistic approach” to gun violence.
Jun 8th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Common Council leading the way on multi-pronged public safety effort
Council president and members issue “All Hands Call” for peace
Jun 2nd, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
International Stop the Violence Prayer Walk is Saturday
Participants will assemble beginning at 11 a.m. at King Solomon Missionary Baptist Church, 2375 N. 4th St., with the prayer walk set to begin at noon.
May 20th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Can Black Holocaust Museum Be Reborn?
New Maures Development complex could house it on ground floor, but details are scanty.
May 18th, 2016 by Mark Doremus
Bucks Arena Design Approved
There were few objections other than by Ald. Kovac. Arena on track for June 18th groundbreaking.
May 17th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
City Hall’s Game of Thrones
Hail Ashanti! Ald. Hamilton's route to the Iron Throne laid bare.
Apr 28th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Council President Hamilton announces 2016-2020 committee assignments
News release from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton
Apr 26th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Diverse coalition voices support for Alderman Hamilton as Council President
A diverse group of newly-elected and newly re-elected members of the Milwaukee Common Council today voiced their support for Alderman Ashanti Hamilton to serve as the next Common Council President.
Apr 18th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Bronzeville Gets a Cool Grocery Store
Ald. Coggs opposed a Dollar Store. Pete’s Fruit Market will move into old Walgreens on MLK Dr.
Apr 6th, 2016 by Mark Doremus
Pete’s Fruit Market Announces New Store in Bronzeville
Bringing Fresh, Quality Food To the Corner of Dr. Martin Luther King Drive and North Avenue
Apr 3rd, 2016 by City of Milwaukee
The Plot to Defeat Bob Bauman
His opponent has two names, lives outside the district, and is part of anti-streetcar clique.
Mar 29th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
African American leaders stand against supporting Alderman Bob Donavan for Mayor of Milwaukee
This press conference will be followed up with a private meeting with current Mayor Tom Barrett.
Feb 19th, 2016 by Urban Milwaukee
Ald. Wade’s Tiny Cape Cod
No fireplace or rec room, just 1091 square feet. A modest living politician indeed.
Jan 8th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Mr. Dye’s Pies opens retail store on North Avenue in Washington Heights
Offerings include key-lime, sweet potato, pecan and Mr. Dye’s Pies’ signature Purple Monster pies.
Dec 21st, 2015 by Press Release
Historic Brewers Hill Association Presents The Gateway Signage Project Official Unveiling
On Thursday, Dec. 10, the brief outdoor Unveiling Ceremony will begin at 4:00 p.m. on East Pleasant, between North Palmer and Commerce Streets.
Dec 4th, 2015 by Historic Brewers Hill Association
Housing Fair Offers Home Buyers Advice
More than 40 experts from city and non-profits were at 5th annual fair.
Dec 3rd, 2015 by Wyatt Massey
Council approves 2016 budget focused on public safety, libraries and jobs
News release from Common Council President Michael J. Murphy and Alderman Nik Kovac
Nov 3rd, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Honorary street signage to be installed in honor of Dr. James White
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs invites residents to join her and WestCare Wisconsin in honoring the life and work of Dr. James G. White tomorrow
Oct 23rd, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
New King Drive business to hold open house celebration
News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs
Oct 6th, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
FPC will hold community meeting Tuesday about MPD body cameras
The Fire and Police Commission has scheduled a public meeting in the 6th District tomorrow (Tuesday, September 29) to receive public testimony regarding the implementation and use of body worn cameras by Milwaukee police officers.
Sep 28th, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
New Bucks Arena Approved
City completes final step of financing puzzle for new Bucks arena.
Sep 22nd, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Lakefront Brewery
This popular attraction is not just for tours anymore.
Sep 18th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Common Council President Michael J. Murphy announces committee changes
Alderman Borkowski, who won the August 18 special election, was appointed by President Murphy to the Community and Economic Development Committee.
Aug 31st, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Nominate someone for a 6th District Landscape Award
Nominations are due by the close of business on Monday, September 21.
Aug 26th, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Newly Opened ARTery Path Extends Beerline
Public and private sector leaders applaud the new .67 mile trail connecting Riverwest and Harambee.
Aug 25th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Festival Features Bronzeville’s History
Bronzeville Arts & Cultural Festival featured culture, arts and entertainment and of course commerce.
Aug 8th, 2015 by Allison Dikanovic
Police need information about fatal hit-and-run
Statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs August 7, 2015
Aug 7th, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Second Healthy Food Market on MLK Drive?
Proposed deli and produce market would help transform "food desert."
Jul 31st, 2015 by Mark Doremus
Bronzeville Week returns to celebrate the past, present and future of key Milwaukee district
First approved by the Common Council in 2013, Bronzeville Week 2015 will run from August 1 to August 8.
Jul 24th, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Big cat sighting not cleared – please be cautious
Statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs July 22, 2015
Jul 22nd, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
“We got this” work initiative starts 2015 run Saturday
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs is reminding the community that the “We got this” work and mentoring initiative for boys ages 12 to 16 gets underway tomorrow (Saturday, June 13) at 8 a.m. at N. 9th St. and W. Ring.
Jun 12th, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Alderwoman Coggs launches 7th Annual Freedom Essay Scholarship Contest
The deadline for the scholarship is Friday, August 7, 2015
Apr 22nd, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Anti-Violence Plan Targets Poor Neighborhoods
City and community groups cite approach that cut violence by 30% in areas of Chicago and Baltimore.
Apr 21st, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Bronzeville Week celebration now set for August 1 – 8
Culture, history, art, commerce, and community and culture rooted in a rich urban tradition will be celebrated August 1 – 8, 2015.
Apr 21st, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Milwaukee Streetcar Approved
After years of debate, streetcar will finally move forward. Final engineering will begin immediately, and construction by the end of the year.
Feb 10th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Members of the Common Council Respond to Ald. Dudzik’s Remarks
Joint Statement from members of the Common Council
Jan 23rd, 2015 by Milwaukee Common Council
Streetcar Responses Shows Wide Support
Eleven out of 15 aldermanic districts, and 76 percent of all respondents support the proposed streetcar starter system.
Jan 22nd, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
