Peter Burgelis

Board Considering Abortion Referendum, Again

Board would place question on April ballot after failing to approve November election proposal.

Supervisor Clancy Applauds Finance Committee Approval of Abortion Advisory Referendum

Supervisor Martinez Renews Call to Fund the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory

Proposal For Transit Health Clinic Sees Pushback

Transit system doesn't want new clinic on facility it may sell in the future.

New Policy Would Require County To Study Demolishing The Domes

County board considering replacing repair-focused 2016 policy after limited progress.

I-94 Fix-At-Six Resolution Recommended for Adoption by Milwaukee County Transportation and Transit Committee

Supervisor Pushes Health Clinic for Transit Workers

Sup. Peter Burgelis wants to use federal funding for employee health clinic.

Crowley Vetoes Lake Park Bluff Proposal

Should neighbors have rights to maintain bluff forever? Crowley says no.

Transit Union Rallies for Fair Contract

Union has authorized a strike while declining "final" offer from MCTS.

Chambers, Brostoff Sworn In As Aldermen

New council members welcomed by colleagues, face budget veto override vote next week.

Board Adopts 2023 County Budget

Board spent nearly 12 hours debating amendments, what passed?

Supervisor Burgelis Decries DOT Preferred Alternative for I-94 East-West project

Supervisor Burgelis Authors Budget Amendment to Replace Doyne Park Playground

Supervisor Burgelis Appointed to Milwaukee Transport Services Inc. Board of Directors

Missy Zombor Announces Candidacy for Milwaukee Board of School Directors Citywide Seat

Zombor is endorsed by School Board President and current Citywide Representative Bob Peterson

Site of LGBTQ+ Black Nite Brawl Receiving Historic Landmark Designation

Patrons at Black Nite gay bar fought back against homophobic attack in 1961.

Supervisor Burgelis Calls on Landmark Committee to Designate Black Nite Uprising Site

Board Approves Ungendered Bathrooms

And LGBTQ inclusion initiative. 'Access to safe restrooms should be a basic right for every person.'

Vote Could Send More Youth to Lincoln Hills

Board votes down deal with Racine County to hold youth in its detention center.

Supervisor Burgelis Encourages Young Leaders to Apply for Positions on the Milwaukee County Youth Commission

Supervisor Burgelis Highlights Upcoming National Voter Registration Day Event at the Sherman Phoenix

Legal Concerns Raised Over Free Election-Day Transit

Committee approves free election bus rides, but county attorney says there is risk of legal challenge.

Supervisor Burgelis Celebrates Near West Side Week September 11-17

Near West Side Week will feature free activities will including a bus tour of development occurring on 27th Street, a food truck rally, the return of the Rev-Up MKE small business competition’s live pitch event, an outdoor movie night for children and families, and a stroll and roll down the Hank Aaron Trail.  

Supervisor Burgelis’ Plan to Promote Intentional LGBTQ+ Inclusivity Initiatives Recommended for Adoption

It also encourages further support for an approach recognizing the effects of intersectionality on individuals facing discrimination and promotes intentional LGBTQ+ inclusivity initiatives. 

MCTS Working On Bus Security. Again

Number of security incidents has declined but most bus drivers report feeling unsafe.

Free Bus Rides Proposed for Fall Election

Sup. Burgelis proposes free transit and paratransit service on Nov. 8 to encourage voter turnout.

Supervisor Burgelis’ Plan to Provide Election Day Transit Rides at No Cost to Voters Headed to Committee

Supervisor Burgelis Seeks to Increase Monkeypox Awareness and Vaccine Distribution

County Supervisors Disappointed in Defeat of Referendum on Abortion

Chairwoman Nicholson Proposal to Change Parkway in Washington Park to Olmsted Way Approved

Supervisor Vincent Applauds Launch of 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Washington Park Would Honor Olmsted

Washington Boulevard would be renamed to honor Frederick Law Olmsted, who designed the park and two others in Milwaukee.

Supervisors Seek Marijuana Referendum

Question to voters on legalizing pot would be identical to 2018 advisory referendum.

Local Leaders Call For Help With Investigation of Transgender Woman’s Murder

Elected officials ask public to speak up if they know anything about the killing.

Crime Stoppers Reward Announcement for Information Leading to Arrest of Brazil Johnson’s Killer

Statement From the Office of Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley

County Board Unanimously Adopts Resolution Repudiating Discriminatory Covenants

Supervisor Burgelis Will Host Neighborhood Discussion on the Future of Doyne Park

Brewers Could Lose Money on TIF Deal

Why team may not want tax incremental financed entertainment district.

About That Brewers ‘Entertainment District’

It’s not exactly a new idea. Do the Brewers even want it? Could it help support the team?

County Supervisors Support Milwaukee Brewers Pride Night

Supervisor Burgelis to Participate in National Senior Health and Fitness Day at Washington Park

Supervisor Burgelis Encourages Public Participation in Highway 175 Study

Supervisor Burgelis Encourages Residents to Visit Villa Terrace Olmsted Exhibition

County Supervisors Congratulate José G. Pérez on Election as Common Council President

Supervisor Burgelis Introduces Resolution Supporting the People of Ukraine

Election Shakes Up County Board

Five of 18 supervisors will be new. Longtime Sup. John Weishan, Jr. upset by Peter Burgelis. A sixth new face could be coming.

Meet Milwaukee’s New Mayor Cavalier Johnson

Johnson, first elected Black mayor in Milwaukee history, promises to focus on crime, jobs, neighborhoods and relationship with state.

Peter Burgelis Wins Historic Race for Milwaukee County Supervisor District 15

2022 Milwaukee Spring Election Results

Election results for mayor and county board.

County Board Candidates

Seven districts out of 18 have competitive races. See who is on your ballot.

Milwaukee County Supervisor Candidates Share Views on Domes, Historic Preservation

Candidates respond to Milwaukee Preservation Alliance survey on favorite historic sites and more

Milwaukee Preservation Alliance February 2022 Milwaukee County Supervisor Candidate Survey

Candidates share views on historic preservation, future of Mitchell Park Domes

2020 Spring Election Results

Live City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County results for the April 7th Spring Election.

Common Council Candidates

Ten contested races could reshape 15-member council.

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Common Council Races

Six of 15 Common Council seats feature three or more candidates.

MTEA Announces Endorsements in Milwaukee Spring Elections

Citizen Action of Wisconsin Endorses Peter Burgelis for 11th District Alderman

Peter Burgelis Set to be First Milwaukee Resident to Vote in February Primary

Citizen Action endorses Chris Larson for Milwaukee County Executive

Announces more key endorsements in Milwaukee area spring elections

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Meet the Candidates for City Offices

Packed spring election features 46 candidates for 19 city offices.

American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Local 212 Endorses Peter Burgelis for Common Council, District 11

“Local 212 has an incredible record of fighting for progressive causes, from education to immigration.”

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Brett Blomme for Milwaukee County Circuit Court Announces List of Early Endorsements

“I am so honored to have earned the support of these great leaders.”

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Peter Burgelis Announces Campaign for Alderman in Milwaukee’s 11th District

"I am running for Alderman because we need someone on the Common Council who will focus on real solutions, not just quick fixes."

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Guaranteed Rate joins LGBT Chamber as newest Gold Founding Member

"We are truly thankful to Guaranteed Rate for their support of the LGBT community."