Elected to Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors in 2022.

2020 candidate for 11th aldermanic district on Milwaukee’s Southwest Side. Was ultimately defeated by incumbent Mark Borkowski.

Campaign Finance Reports

2020 - July Continuing - $2,546 - 4 contributions

2020 Pre-Election - $5,716 - 46 contributions

2020 - Pre-Primary - $1,162 - 11 contributions

2020 - January Continuing - $6,225 - 84 contributions

2019 - July Continuing - $29,118 - 151 contributions

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Small Business Owner, Progressive Community Organizer, Brady Coulthard Announces Campaign for Wisconsin State Assembly District 14: Endorsed by 14 Local Community Leaders
MKE County: Committee Backs Housing Voucher Incentives
MKE County

Committee Backs Housing Voucher Incentives

Program would incentivize landlords to accept tenants receiving rental assistance.

MKE County: Parks Committee Backs Jackson Park Trail ‘Compromise’
MKE County

Parks Committee Backs Jackson Park Trail ‘Compromise’

Parks committee backs plan to downsize trail conversion along Jackson Park Drive.

MKE County: County Partnering With Froedtert on Employee Health Clinics
MKE County

County Partnering With Froedtert on Employee Health Clinics

County aims to use federal funds to create clinics designed to save money in future years.

MKE County: Supervisors Seek Even Bigger Raises For County Officers
MKE County

Supervisors Seek Even Bigger Raises For County Officers

Committee unanimously supports a $33,000 raise for all three constitutional officers.

Cavalier Johnson Is All In On Growing Milwaukee

Cavalier Johnson Is All In On Growing Milwaukee

Annual State of the City speech places growth plan front and center.

Ted Chisholm Announces Growing List of Public Endorsements for Milwaukee County Treasurer Campaign
MKE County: Area Supervisors Want Less Road-To-Trail Conversion In Jackson Park
MKE County

Area Supervisors Want Less Road-To-Trail Conversion In Jackson Park

'The trail will be wonderful for everybody else,' but not nearby residents, supervisor says.

Burgelis, Zepnick Advance In Southwest Side Aldermanic Race

Burgelis, Zepnick Advance In Southwest Side Aldermanic Race

County supervisor, former state legislator running to replace Mark Borkowski.

By a Resounding Margin, Burgelis Advances to General Election
Spring Primary Election Results

Spring Primary Election Results

Mayor, three council seats and a county board seat on ballot.

Vote Tuesday: Mayoral Race Headlines Primary Election
Vote Tuesday

Mayoral Race Headlines Primary Election

Plus: Three aldermanic races and a county supervisor contest.

Burgelis Campaign Rolls Out Longer List of Endorsements in advance of Tuesday Feb 20 Primary Election
MKE County: Supervisors Oppose Controversial Road-to-Trail Project
MKE County

Supervisors Oppose Controversial Road-to-Trail Project

Parks department wants portion of Jackson Park Drive with no driveways converted to trail.

MKE County: Board Votes to Wait for City Bodycam Lawsuit Ruling
MKE County

Board Votes to Wait for City Bodycam Lawsuit Ruling

County considering policy like the city's for release of body cam videos for officers.

MKE County: Board Funds Crisis Housing in Uptown Neighborhood, Demurs On Southside Dog Park
MKE County

Board Funds Crisis Housing in Uptown Neighborhood, Demurs On Southside Dog Park

Plus: A controversial penguin project is funded, funding for southside dog park is paused and 'high-impact' parks projects are funded.

Board Adopts Resolution for External Audit of Milwaukee County Jail
Press Release

Board Adopts Resolution for External Audit of Milwaukee County Jail

Chairwoman Nicholson Authors Action for Accountability

MKE County: Supervisors Upset By Penguin Project’s Increased Cost
MKE County

Supervisors Upset By Penguin Project’s Increased Cost

Design error leads to $1.5 million hike in cost. 'Somebody's head should roll for that.'

Burgelis Campaign Rolls Out Long List of Initial Endorsements
Election Commission Boots Griffin From Ballot

Election Commission Boots Griffin From Ballot

Griffin vows appeal, and warns that those involved will 'probably go to prison.'

MKE County: Newcomer Running Unopposed for County Board
MKE County

Newcomer Running Unopposed for County Board

Sky Capriolo running for seat vacated by Sup. Peter Burgelis, who will run for alderman.

Supervisor Burgelis Commends Board Decision to Allocate Surplus Revenues to Park Maintenance and Capital Projects
MKE County: Supervisors Hopeful for Pool Openings in 2024
MKE County

Supervisors Hopeful for Pool Openings in 2024

Committee adds funding to Parks budget for this, but more pools are not guaranteed.

MKE County: County Would Fund Three Suburban Affordable Housing Developments
MKE County

County Would Fund Three Suburban Affordable Housing Developments

Projects in Whitefish Bay, South Milwaukee and Brown Deer secure support from board's Finance Committee.

Supervisor Burgelis Commends Decision to Allocate Surplus Revenues to Park Maintenance and Capital Projects
Milwaukee County’s Washington Park Designated a Historic Landmark
MKE County: County Funds New Rhino Facility for Zoo
MKE County

County Funds New Rhino Facility for Zoo

New rhino facility is third and final phase of zoo's Adventure Africa exhibit.

Supervisor Burgelis Responds to State Senate Vote on Brewers Stadium Funding
MKE County: Board Adopts 2024 Budget, Setting Up Battle With Crowley
MKE County

Board Adopts 2024 Budget, Setting Up Battle With Crowley

The county executive's administration has already pushed back against some of the amendments.

Supervisor Burgelis Praises 2024 Budget’s Investments in Public Safety and Other Important Issues
Transportation: Supervisors Recommend Funding for On-Demand Paratransit, Despite Objections
Transportation

Supervisors Recommend Funding for On-Demand Paratransit, Despite Objections

Though the funding is likely not enough, and would be realized by issuing debt.

Marisabel for Milwaukee Campaign: I am a pro-choice LGBT leader, and I am proud of my advocacy for immigrants and women
MKE County: Board and County Exec At Odds Over Debt, Spending
MKE County

Board and County Exec At Odds Over Debt, Spending

Board wants to surpass debt limit given new sales tax, surplus.

Finance Committee Recommends Two Amendments to Address Paratransit Concerns
MKE County: What’s The Future of The Charles Allis Art Museum?
MKE County

What’s The Future of The Charles Allis Art Museum?

One county budget amendment funds safety repairs, another seeks to end future contributions.

Transportation: Crowley, Transit Officials Oppose ‘Transit Rangers’ Backed By Drivers
Transportation

Crowley, Transit Officials Oppose ‘Transit Rangers’ Backed By Drivers

Board fails to get administration buy-in for transit rangers, pitting union against Crowley and MCTS.

MKE County: Budget Committee Recommends Correction Officer Raises
MKE County

Budget Committee Recommends Correction Officer Raises

Budget amendment would raise starting pay to $30 an hour.

Finance Committee Approves Budget Amendment to Increase Correctional Officer Pay
Transportation: Board Plans Lobbying Push for Transit Funding
Transportation

Board Plans Lobbying Push for Transit Funding

The county needs state assistance to save transit system from big cuts.

Liz Sumner Announces Endorsements From Over a Dozen County Officials
Marisabel Cabrera Brings Experience and Dedication to Circuit Court Campaign
MKE County: The Battle Over Transit Security
MKE County

The Battle Over Transit Security

MCTS and supervisors at odds over how to improve security, protect bus drivers.

MKE County: A Record Year For Public Golf Courses
MKE County

A Record Year For Public Golf Courses

A new high of $10 million in revenue in 2023 for Milwaukee County Parks.

MKE County: Supervisors Waste $300,000
MKE County

Supervisors Waste $300,000

Three supervisors stall parks project at McKinley Marina, costing taxpayers $300,000.

Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4 Candidate Jack Eckblad Earns Endorsements of Milwaukee County Register of Deeds, State Representative Ortiz-Velez, and Trio of Supervisors: Adds to List of Local Leaders Supporting Eckblad’s Campaign for Bold, Responsible Leadership
State Officials “More Than Likely” To Reduce Local Contribution To Ballpark Subsidy

State Officials “More Than Likely” To Reduce Local Contribution To Ballpark Subsidy

City and county would otherwise be forced to pick up $200 million of $600 million tab, cut services.

Supervisor Burgelis Addresses Stadium Funding Concerns
MKE County: Sheriff Inquiry Leads to Board Fracas
MKE County

Sheriff Inquiry Leads to Board Fracas

Board removes jail inquiry from committee after process falls apart. Issue will go to full board.

MKE County: Board Recommends Transit Rangers for Bus Security
MKE County

Board Recommends Transit Rangers for Bus Security

But transit officials privately raise concerns about program as currently envisioned.

MKE County: Board Approves Transgender Sanctuary Designation
MKE County

Board Approves Transgender Sanctuary Designation

Plus: Union-made vehicle policy, Jail Visitation Study, and multi-lingual communication resolution all approved by board.

MKE County: Will Zoo Get New Rhino Facility?
MKE County

Will Zoo Get New Rhino Facility?

Zoo would need at least $16 million from the county. That may be a tough sell.

Mayor Announces Reelection Bid, Kicks Off Spring 2024 Races

Mayor Announces Reelection Bid, Kicks Off Spring 2024 Races

Cavalier Johnson seeks a full-term. All city officials are on the ballot.

MKE County: Committee Backs Transgender Sanctuary Resolution
MKE County

Committee Backs Transgender Sanctuary Resolution

In light of recent LGTBQ+ attacks and opposition, Milwaukee County would become transgender safe-haven.

MKE County: Supervisors Support ‘Rights of Nature’ Policy
MKE County

Supervisors Support ‘Rights of Nature’ Policy

Committee approves it. Full board could become first in state to endorse the movement.

MKE County: Committee Advances Medical Travel Fund, Which Could Include Abortions
MKE County

Committee Advances Medical Travel Fund, Which Could Include Abortions

Modified version of earlier proposal would pay for travel, not health care.

MKE County: Policy to Buy Union Cars Advances
MKE County

Policy to Buy Union Cars Advances

Committee approves buying only union-made cars for county operations; policy now goes to full board.

Transportation: County Committee Moves to Replace Private Bus Security
Transportation

County Committee Moves to Replace Private Bus Security

Proposal includes 51 new 'Transit Rangers' trained and maintained by the county.

City Hall: Zepnick Enters Race To Replace Borkowski
City Hall

Zepnick Enters Race To Replace Borkowski

Three candidates now seeking to replace outgoing alderman.

Burgelis Running for Borkowski’s Common Council Seat

Burgelis Running for Borkowski’s Common Council Seat

Freshman supervisor will not seek re-election to the Milwaukee County Board.

Supervisors Burgelis, Coggs-Jones Call for Better Transit Safety and Security Following Recent Violent Incidents
MKE County: Parks Preparing for New, Improved Harley Park
MKE County

Parks Preparing for New, Improved Harley Park

Former Highland Park to get extensive landscaping and then funding from Harley Davidson.

MKE County: Supervisors Want County To Buy Only Union-Made Vehicles
MKE County

Supervisors Want County To Buy Only Union-Made Vehicles

Supervisors want only union-made, American vehicles for the county.

President Sells ‘Bidenomics’ In Visit To Milwaukee

President Sells ‘Bidenomics’ In Visit To Milwaukee

Biden touts green jobs, low unemployment, rebuilding middle class in factory floor speech.

Now Signed, Amended Legislation for Milwaukee’s Fiscal Health is an Opportunity for Property Tax Relief; Commended by Supervisors Burgelis, Logsdon
MKE County: Supervisors Engage in the Great Sales Tax Debate
MKE County

Supervisors Engage in the Great Sales Tax Debate

See how and why each supervisor voted the way they did for new tax.

Transportation: Task Force Makes Recommendations for Security on Buses
Transportation

Task Force Makes Recommendations for Security on Buses

Should security officers work for county or the transit system? Report doesn't take a stand.

MKE County: County Sales Tax Hike Gets First Approval
MKE County

County Sales Tax Hike Gets First Approval

County officials detail future cuts without sales tax plan, as Parks Department is halved and senior centers eliminated.

County Supervisors Hosting Washington Park Senior Center Town Hall Meeting on Proposed Sales Tax Increase
MKE County: Supervisors Holding Town Halls on Sales Tax
MKE County

Supervisors Holding Town Halls on Sales Tax

Four town halls scheduled this month

MKE County: Resolution Would Declare Milwaukee a Transgender, Non-Binary Sanctuary
MKE County

Resolution Would Declare Milwaukee a Transgender, Non-Binary Sanctuary

Also proposed is a county policy to oppose bans on gender affirming health care.

Transportation: Could MCTS Have New Security by 2024?
Transportation

Could MCTS Have New Security by 2024?

Task Force rushing to finalize a proposal for county buses before budget season. Will it work?

MKE County: Board Will Do Homework on Sales Tax
MKE County

Board Will Do Homework on Sales Tax

But which will they study more, the county's financial reports or constituent opinion?

MKE County: After First Rejecting Funding, Old Loomis Road Will Be Fixed
MKE County

After First Rejecting Funding, Old Loomis Road Will Be Fixed

Plus: Board gets preview of minority rule, and Sup. Burgelis holds pride ceremony despite having his jaw wired shut.

Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson and Supervisor Peter Burgelis Celebrate LGBTQ+ Community with Citations of Recognition
Supervisor Peter Burgelis Criticizes Greenfield Mayor’s Decision to Cancel Health Department’s Pride Booth at Farmers Market
MKE County: Will County Board Approve Sales Tax Hike?
MKE County

Will County Board Approve Sales Tax Hike?

It's unclear if there's the needed two-thirds majority of board willing to vote for it.

County Supervisor Burgelis Attacked At Mayfair Mall, Alleges Homophobic Slur Used

County Supervisor Burgelis Attacked At Mayfair Mall, Alleges Homophobic Slur Used

Burgelis, who is openly gay, was attacked, requiring facial surgery.

Transportation: MCTS Could End Privatized Security, Hire Its Own Workers
Transportation

MCTS Could End Privatized Security, Hire Its Own Workers

Task force moving toward a non-law enforcement security force controlled by the county or MCTS.

MKE County: MCTS Unveils New Pride Bus
MKE County

MCTS Unveils New Pride Bus

Transit system's second Pride bus celebrating LGBTQ+ community will run throughout all of 2023.

MKE County: County Planning Employee Health Clinics
MKE County

County Planning Employee Health Clinics

Three clinics intended to improve primary care access and health outcomes while cutting insurance costs.

MKE County: County Will Fly Intersex Progress Pride Flag in June
MKE County

County Will Fly Intersex Progress Pride Flag in June

Sup. Peter Burgelis successfully passes resolution for recognition of updated pride flag.

How Would Widening I-94 Affect City Residents?

How Would Widening I-94 Affect City Residents?

Citizens discuss potholes, noise pollution, public transit as state advances freeway plan.

Transportation: County Could Replace Private Firm With Deputies or Transit Rangers
Transportation

County Could Replace Private Firm With Deputies or Transit Rangers

Transit Security Task Force moving toward recommending replacement of current private security firm.

MKE County: Board Grows Cautious As Legislature Debates Shared Revenue
MKE County

Board Grows Cautious As Legislature Debates Shared Revenue

Proposal for cultural spending shot down by supervisors worried about legislators' views.

MKE County: County Could Fly Newer Pride Flag in June
MKE County

County Could Fly Newer Pride Flag in June

Strong support for Sup. Peter Burgelis' proposal to have county fly Intersex Progress Pride Flag.

Transportation: Free Election Day Buses Still Illegal, Attorneys Say
Transportation

Free Election Day Buses Still Illegal, Attorneys Say

Board amendment asks county attorneys to find legal way to do it. They can't and don't.

Activists Decry GOP Bill Ending Advisory Referendums

Activists Decry GOP Bill Ending Advisory Referendums

All local referendums would be barred. But not state advisory referendums.

Murphy’s Law: County’s Debt Relief Program No Laughing Matter
Murphy’s Law

County’s Debt Relief Program No Laughing Matter

Program with huge 100-to-1 return inspired by comedian John Oliver. Seriously.

Milwaukee County Transit Safety and Security Task Force Announces Three Upcoming Public Hearings
MKE County: Board Approves Harley Park Deal
MKE County

Board Approves Harley Park Deal

Plus: County board approves Juvenile Justice Center redevelopment, Sherman Park projects and settlement for opioid lawsuit.

Harley-Davidson Foundation’s $350,000 Investment, Highland Park Renaming Approved by Board
MKE County: Highland Park To Become Harley Park
MKE County

Highland Park To Become Harley Park

The Harley-Davidson Foundation offers $350,000 for park improvements and 10 years of maintenance.

MKE County: Crowley Signs Conversion Therapy Condemnation on Trans Day of Visibility
MKE County

Crowley Signs Conversion Therapy Condemnation on Trans Day of Visibility

Resolution makes it official county policy to condemn the discredited practice.

MKE County: Harley-Davidson May Revamp Highland Park
MKE County

Harley-Davidson May Revamp Highland Park

Would pay for improvements but may seek new name for park near corporate campus.

MKE County: Board Passes Medical Debt Relief, Health Insurance Subsidy
MKE County

Board Passes Medical Debt Relief, Health Insurance Subsidy

Also, the board passed funding for student housing insecurity and a condemnation of conversion therapy.

Milwaukee County Board Declares Official Opposition to Conversion “Therapy”
MKE County: Company Hiking Prices for Corrections Food
MKE County

Company Hiking Prices for Corrections Food

Aramark Correctional Services negotiates 8% price hike for food served at county facilities.

MKE County: Committee Approves Medical Debt Relief
MKE County

Committee Approves Medical Debt Relief

Project with RIP Medical Debt will cancel $153 million in debt owed by county residents.

Sara Geenen Campaign Announces More Than 50 Endorsements From Judges & Elected Officials
MKE County: Committee Votes to Condemn Conversion Therapy
MKE County

Committee Votes to Condemn Conversion Therapy

Resolution would have no legal impact, meant as political and educational statement.

Conversion “Therapy” Ban Recommended for Adoption
MKE County: Board Resolution Condemns Conversion Therapy
MKE County

Board Resolution Condemns Conversion Therapy

Board expected to pass resolution, echoing stand of national medical groups.

MKE County: Jackson Park Project Faces Resistance
MKE County

Jackson Park Project Faces Resistance

Some residents oppose plan to convert roadway to pedestrian-bike trail along KK River Parkway.

Supervisors Burgelis and Martinez to Host Public Meeting on Jackson Park Drive Project
Third Ward Tavern Would Be Replaced By 2-Story Building

Third Ward Tavern Would Be Replaced By 2-Story Building

1884 building, one of ward's oldest, has no options for preservation say developers.

MKE County: Board Almost Blocks Juvenile Justice Funding
MKE County

Board Almost Blocks Juvenile Justice Funding

A majority of supervisors voted to hold on a $42 million contract without appearing to know what the impact would be.

MKE County: Supervisors Stall, Inflate Cost of Sea Wall Project
MKE County

Supervisors Stall, Inflate Cost of Sea Wall Project

Cost of McKinley Flushing Channel rises as county board second guesses engineers.

Plenty of Horne: Where Does ‘Conversion Therapy’ Go Next?
Plenty of Horne

Where Does ‘Conversion Therapy’ Go Next?

Milwaukee County could pass its own ban. Evers calls Republican actions 'ridiculous.'

MKE County: Committee Approves Funding for Suburban Affordable Housing Projects
MKE County

Committee Approves Funding for Suburban Affordable Housing Projects

But Sup. Peter Burgelis tries to stop subsidy for Wauwatosa development, citing cost.

Supervisor Burgelis Commends Reopening of Station 28
Press Release

Supervisor Burgelis Commends Reopening of Station 28

Wauwatosa and Milwaukee Fire Departments' Collaboration Allows for Return of Engine 28

City Hall: Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Collaborate on Fire Station
City Hall

Wauwatosa, Milwaukee Collaborate on Fire Station

Deal on fire station near cities' border enables Milwaukee to reactivate central city station.

Transportation: City-To-Suburbs Transit Service Planning Large Expansion
Transportation

City-To-Suburbs Transit Service Planning Large Expansion

FlexRide, a last-mile transit service, would expand the suburban areas it takes Milwaukee residents to.

County Supervisors Commend Bruce Colburn on Long Career Fighting for Workers’ Rights
MKE County: Supervisors Holding We Energies Project Hostage For More Money
MKE County

Supervisors Holding We Energies Project Hostage For More Money

Supervisors try tactic they used for the Waukesha water deal.

Washington Park Bridge Replacement Project Moves Forward
Press Release

Washington Park Bridge Replacement Project Moves Forward

Deteriorating Bridges Spanning Washington Park Lagoon will be replaced in late 2023

MKE County: Milwaukee Youth Commission Appointments Confirmed
MKE County

Milwaukee Youth Commission Appointments Confirmed

18 high school students appointed to new youth commission.

Transportation: County Board Rejects The ‘Fix at Six’
Transportation

County Board Rejects The ‘Fix at Six’

Board still maintains a policy of opposition to I-94 expansion, but won't support this alternative.

MKE County: Board Approves Waukesha Water Deal After Revisions
MKE County

Board Approves Waukesha Water Deal After Revisions

Board grants Waukesha access to one-acre of county land for $300 million drinking water project.

MKE County: Abortion Referendum Will Be On Spring Ballots
MKE County

Abortion Referendum Will Be On Spring Ballots

Advisory referendum on Wisconsin's abortion ban will be on Milwaukee County ballots during April election.

Transportation: Opponents Assail I-94 Expansion at Public Hearing
Transportation

Opponents Assail I-94 Expansion at Public Hearing

Anti-expansion coalition pushes 'Fix at Six' rather than eight-lane I-94 expansion.

MKE County: Committee Okays Racine Detention for Youthful Offenders
MKE County

Committee Okays Racine Detention for Youthful Offenders

Board will reconsider agreement it opposed in September to pay for Racine facility.

MKE County: Board Considering Abortion Referendum, Again
MKE County

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
MKE County: Proposal For Transit Health Clinic Sees Pushback
MKE County

Proposal For Transit Health Clinic Sees Pushback

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

MKE County: New Policy Would Require County To Study Demolishing The Domes
MKE County

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
Transportation: Supervisor Pushes Health Clinic for Transit Workers
Transportation

Supervisor Pushes Health Clinic for Transit Workers

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

MKE County: Crowley Vetoes Lake Park Bluff Proposal
MKE County

Crowley Vetoes Lake Park Bluff Proposal

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

Transportation: Transit Union Rallies for Fair Contract
Transportation

Transit Union Rallies for Fair Contract

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

City Hall: Chambers, Brostoff Sworn In As Aldermen
City Hall

Chambers, Brostoff Sworn In As Aldermen

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

MKE County: Board Adopts 2023 County Budget
MKE County

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
Press Release

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

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
MKE County: Board Approves Ungendered Bathrooms
MKE County

Board Approves Ungendered Bathrooms

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

MKE County: Vote Could Send More Youth to Lincoln Hills
MKE County

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
MKE County: Legal Concerns Raised Over Free Election-Day Transit
MKE County

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
Press Release

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
Press Release

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. 

Transportation: MCTS Working On Bus Security. Again
Transportation

MCTS Working On Bus Security. Again

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

MKE County: Free Bus Rides Proposed for Fall Election
MKE County

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
MKE County: Washington Park Would Honor Olmsted
MKE County

Washington Park Would Honor Olmsted

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

MKE County: Supervisors Seek Marijuana Referendum
MKE County

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

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
Murphy’s Law: Brewers Could Lose Money on TIF Deal
Murphy’s Law

Brewers Could Lose Money on TIF Deal

Why team may not want tax incremental financed entertainment district.

Murphy’s Law: About That Brewers ‘Entertainment District’
Murphy’s Law

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
MKE County: Election Shakes Up County Board
MKE County

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

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

2022 Milwaukee Spring Election Results

Election results for mayor and county board.

Vote Tuesday: County Board Candidates
Vote Tuesday

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
Press Release

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
Press Release

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

2020 Spring Election Results

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

Vote Absentee: Common Council Candidates
Vote Absentee

Common Council Candidates

Ten contested races could reshape 15-member council.

Vote Tuesday: Common Council Races

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $738

Vote Tuesday: Common Council Races

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $780

Vote Tuesday: Common Council Races

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $410

Vote Tuesday: Common Council Races

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $482

Vote Tuesday: Common Council Races

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $70

Vote Tuesday: Common Council Races

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $334

Vote Tuesday: Common Council Races

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $11

Vote Tuesday: Common Council Races
Vote Tuesday

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
Press Release

Citizen Action endorses Chris Larson for Milwaukee County Executive

Announces more key endorsements in Milwaukee area spring elections

City Hall: Meet the Candidates for City Offices

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $80

City Hall: Meet the Candidates for City Offices

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $200

City Hall: Meet the Candidates for City Offices
City Hall

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
Press Release

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.”

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

Contribution to Aycha Sawa of $100

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

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

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $269

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

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $7,500

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

Contribution to JoCasta Zamarripa of $100

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

Contribution to Bob Peterson of $100

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

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $764

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

Guaranteed Rate joins LGBT Chamber as newest Gold Founding Member

Contribution to Peter Burgelis of $5,000

Guaranteed Rate joins LGBT Chamber as newest Gold Founding Member
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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."