Russell W. Stamper, II

Russell W. Stamper, II represents the 15th district on the Milwaukee Common Council. He is a former member of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors.

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Council signs off on resolution creating the Office of African American Affairs
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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.

Climbing (and swinging) toward fun and hope
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Climbing (and swinging) toward fun and hope

Ribbon-cutting ceremony Sunday at 17th and Vine will open latest MKE Plays playground rebuild project

Common Ground and Common Council Leaders Commit to For Neighborhoods & Youth in  2017 City Budget
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Common Ground and Common Council Leaders Commit to For Neighborhoods & Youth in 2017 City Budget

Leaders asked elected officials to commit to up to $7 million in capital investment for the funding of an indoor sports complex on the South side for youth sports as well as other recreational, educational and cultural activities.

Proposals for Community Block Grant Funding mean jobs, development
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Proposals for Community Block Grant Funding mean jobs, development

Alderman Stamper said his focus is centered on youth services and employment.

Regional job fair takes place August 9th
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Regional job fair takes place August 9th

“If you are seeking employment or interested in looking for a new job, please make a point of attending this job fair on August 9th,” Alderman Stamper said.

Outrage at ambush of MPD officer & other police shootings
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Outrage at ambush of MPD officer & other police shootings

Joint Statement from All Members of the Common Council

Business Incubator Invests in 53206 Community
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Business Incubator Invests in 53206 Community

It was the anti-shark tank.

Taking “Home” out of Home Rule
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Taking “Home” out of Home Rule

Joint Statement from All Members of the Common Council

Council approves bolstered city workforce development measure
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Council approves bolstered city workforce development measure

The ordinance includes significant changes to the city’s workforce development and economic participation initiatives.

Common Council leading the way on multi-pronged public safety effort
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Common Council leading the way on multi-pronged public safety effort

Council president and members issue “All Hands Call” for peace

Bolstered city workforce development measure pushes forward
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Bolstered city workforce development measure pushes forward

The measure includes significant changes to the city’s workforce development and economic participation initiatives.

Council President Hamilton announces 2016-2020 committee assignments
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Council President Hamilton announces 2016-2020 committee assignments

News release from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton

Diverse coalition voices support for Alderman Hamilton as Council President
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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.

2016 State of the City
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2016 State of the City

Hmong American Peace Academy - February 8, 2016

Milwaukee Leaders Endorse Johnny Thomas for City Comptroller
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Milwaukee Leaders Endorse Johnny Thomas for City Comptroller

“Johnny Thomas is the person that we need to be our next Milwaukee City Comptroller,” said Alderman Willie Wade.

Mr. Dye’s Pies opens retail store on North Avenue in Washington Heights
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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.

Council approves 2016 budget focused on public safety, libraries and jobs
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Council approves 2016 budget focused on public safety, libraries and jobs

News release from Common Council President Michael J. Murphy and Alderman Nik Kovac

Alderman Stamper to host two town hall meetings next week
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Alderman Stamper to host two town hall meetings next week

Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, invites residents to attend one of two separate town hall meetings next week.

Near West Side Business Improvement District Expansion Approved
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Near West Side Business Improvement District Expansion Approved

BID #10 to expand to cover the entire Near West Side Neighborhood

Alderman Bauman and Alderman Stamper issue joint statement regarding bus driver work stoppage
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Alderman Bauman and Alderman Stamper issue joint statement regarding bus driver work stoppage

Joint statement from Alderman Robert Bauman and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

City officials take on business leaders in basketball game to benefit Autism Speaks
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City officials take on business leaders in basketball game to benefit Autism Speaks

A team of Milwaukee public officials will face off against business leaders from around the city in a basketball game and charity event to benefit Autism Speaks on Saturday, June 13 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Journey House.

Alderman Dudzik had passion, devotion as a public servant
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Alderman Dudzik had passion, devotion as a public servant

Statement from Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II May 22, 2015

Second annual Walk-A-Thon at Siefert School Tuesday
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Second annual Walk-A-Thon at Siefert School Tuesday

Siefert Elementary School’s Second Annual Walk-A-Thon will take place tomorrow (Tuesday, April 28, 2015) from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

DNS internship program a possible path to city employment
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DNS internship program a possible path to city employment

Applications are being accepted until the close of business on Wednesday, May 6, 2015.

Volunteers needed for Center Street business district
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Volunteers needed for Center Street business district

Center Street Marketplace BID 39’s purpose is to improve the negative perceptions of crime and safety between the boundaries of 34th and 58th Streets on W. Center St.

City seeks nonprofits to help administer Ald. Stamper-sponsored RICH program
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City seeks nonprofits to help administer Ald. Stamper-sponsored RICH program

New program sells certain city-owned foreclosed properties for $1.

Barbershop Mondays offering free haircuts
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Barbershop Mondays offering free haircuts

Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II is encouraging residents to participate in Safe & Sound, Inc.’s Barbershop Mondays, an initiative to provide free haircuts every Monday for youth and men, age 12 and older across the 15th Aldermanic District.

Members of the Common Council Respond to Ald. Dudzik’s Remarks
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Members of the Common Council Respond to Ald. Dudzik’s Remarks

Joint Statement from members of the Common Council

A response to Alderman Joe Davis
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A response to Alderman Joe Davis

Statement of Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II January 23, 2015

Regarding the Tuesday community meeting hosted by Alderman Stamper
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Regarding the Tuesday community meeting hosted by Alderman Stamper

Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. January 22, 2015

Community meeting about streetcar project next Tuesday
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Community meeting about streetcar project next Tuesday

Mayor Barrett will join Alderman Stamper for meeting Tuesday at MAWIB

Red Arrow Park decision demonstrates need for additional reforms
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Red Arrow Park decision demonstrates need for additional reforms

Joint Statement from Common Council members Ashanti Hamilton, Russell W. Stamper II, Milele A. Coggs, Willie C. Wade and José G Pérez

Council approves Milwaukee Promise funding to help city neighborhoods
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Council approves Milwaukee Promise funding to help city neighborhoods

News release and maps document from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton

Washington Park Neighborhood and MPD Awarded National MetLife Foundation Community-Police Partnership Award
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Washington Park Neighborhood and MPD Awarded National MetLife Foundation Community-Police Partnership Award

Mobilizing Residents/Partnerships leads to improved neighborhood safety

Through the riots, see the pain, and learn from the lessons of Ferguson
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Through the riots, see the pain, and learn from the lessons of Ferguson

Joint statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

4th Annual Housing Resource Fair is Saturday
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4th Annual Housing Resource Fair is Saturday

Saturday, November 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St.

Finance Committee Creates All-Hands-On-Deck Approach to Public Safety
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Finance Committee Creates All-Hands-On-Deck Approach to Public Safety

Additional Police Officers Will Be One Part of Comprehensive Strategy Throughout All City Departments

Shepherd Express Endorses Charlie Fox for 5th District Supervisor
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Shepherd Express Endorses Charlie Fox for 5th District Supervisor

The Shepherd Express today announced its endorsement of Charlie Fox for 5th District County Board Supervisor.

RICH program, selling city-owned foreclosed homes for $1, receives unanimous Council support
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RICH program, selling city-owned foreclosed homes for $1, receives unanimous Council support

ews release from Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

Clean Wisconsin Action Fund Endorses Charlie Fox for 5th District Supervisor
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Clean Wisconsin Action Fund Endorses Charlie Fox for 5th District Supervisor

The Clean Wisconsin Action Fund officially announced their endorsement of Charlie Fox for Milwaukee County Board Supervisor District 5.

Community events Friday in 15th Aldermanic District
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Community events Friday in 15th Aldermanic District

Ald. Russell W. Stamper, II invites residents to two events taking place on Friday, October 10.

Charlie Fox Comments on County Executive’s Budget in Absence of District Supervisor
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Charlie Fox Comments on County Executive’s Budget in Absence of District Supervisor

Charlie Fox, candidate in the November 4 Special Election for the open 5th District Milwaukee County Board seat, attended County Executive Abele’s 2015 budget presentation.

Nonprofits can buy city-owned foreclosures for $1, additional marketing to continue
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Nonprofits can buy city-owned foreclosures for $1, additional marketing to continue

Qualifying nonprofit organizations will be allowed to purchase certain cityowned, tax-foreclosed properties for one dollar.

Washington Park tour will highlight housing assets, options
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Washington Park tour will highlight housing assets, options

Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II invites residents take a Washington Park Neighborhood Housing Tour .

Charlie Fox Statement on the Future of Milwaukee County’s City Campus
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Charlie Fox Statement on the Future of Milwaukee County’s City Campus

“We must take our time and plan the future of City Campus carefully with input from all stakeholders."

Council approves minimum hourly wage ordinance
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Council approves minimum hourly wage ordinance

Joint news release and file from Alderman Hamilton, Alderman Kovac and Alderwoman Coggs

Council members to seek honorary street name for Nelson Mandela
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Council members to seek honorary street name for Nelson Mandela

Joint news release from Alderman Davis, Alderman Wade and Alderman Stamper

Remembering Sierra Guyton
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Remembering Sierra Guyton

Statement of Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II July 14, 2014

Seeking solutions to prevent another tragedy like Sherman Blvd. crash
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Seeking solutions to prevent another tragedy like Sherman Blvd. crash

Statement of Alderman Willie C. Wade July 11, 2014

AFSCME Endorses Charlie Fox  for 5th District Milwaukee County Board Seat
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AFSCME Endorses Charlie Fox for 5th District Milwaukee County Board Seat

Charlie Fox, candidate for 5th District County Supervisor, was endorsed last week by the Milwaukee County PEOPLE Committee of AFSCME District Council 48.

NML Tower and Commons project small business session is Monday, June 30
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NML Tower and Commons project small business session is Monday, June 30

Information will be shared for small and disadvantaged businesses interested in opportunities available during $450M NML HQ project

City-owned vacant lots will sell for $1 in 15th Aldermanic District
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City-owned vacant lots will sell for $1 in 15th Aldermanic District

Property owners in Milwaukee’s 15th Aldermanic District on the north side will be able to purchase vacant lots from the city for $1.

Charlie Fox Announces Campaign for 5th District County Board Supervisor
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Charlie Fox Announces Campaign for 5th District County Board Supervisor

"I believe the County Board should be a catalyst for progress and change, despite its obvious headwinds."

Alderman Stamper invites residents to discuss proposed Lee School sale
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Alderman Stamper invites residents to discuss proposed Lee School sale

Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II will hold a town hall meeting Wednesday, June 11.

Council President Murphy and Alderman Stamper issue statements on girl’s shooting
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Council President Murphy and Alderman Stamper issue statements on girl’s shooting

The jointly issued statements below from Common Council President Michael J. Murphy and Alderman Russell W. Stamper II address the Clarke Street Elementary School playground shooting Wednesday

A Community Desperate for Change
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A Community Desperate for Change

Alderman Ashanti Hamilton will host a Black Male Achievement Advisory Committee (BMAAC) meeting with Mayor Tom Barrett on Monday, May 19th.

Common Council to vote on measure condemning abduction of Nigerian girls
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Common Council to vote on measure condemning abduction of Nigerian girls

News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs

Important meeting information from Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II
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Important meeting information from Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

Walgreens has taken the unfortunate step of closing – suddenly – its store located at 4520 W. North Ave.

Working toward justice in weekend murder, peace in our city
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Working toward justice in weekend murder, peace in our city

Statement of Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II May 12, 2014

Council will honor former officer severely wounded in 2009 shooting
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Council will honor former officer severely wounded in 2009 shooting

News release from the Common Council

Common Council to vote on measure condemning abduction of Nigerian girls
Walgreens at 45th and North Ave. to close its doors
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Walgreens at 45th and North Ave. to close its doors

Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II has plans to work with neighbors and the business community to address a soon-to-be-closed Walgreens at 4520 W. North Ave.

Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Potholes Must Be a Priority
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Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Potholes Must Be a Priority

Says He is Pleased with City of Milwaukee Initiative to Fill Holes, Create Jobs

Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Safety in Milwaukee County Parks Must be a Priority
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Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Safety in Milwaukee County Parks Must be a Priority

Supervisor Says Local Law Enforcement Ready for Summer Season

Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Cultural Assets Task Force Should Focus on Education, Transit, Neighborhood Rehabilitation and Street Repairs
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Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Cultural Assets Task Force Should Focus on Education, Transit, Neighborhood Rehabilitation and Street Repairs

Milwaukee County Supervisor Russell Stamper II said today that the Cultural and Entertainment Needs Task Force should focus on Milwaukee's neighborhood redevelopment, transit and street repair.

Statement of Milwaukee County Supervisors Khalif Rainey and Russell Stamper II on the Killing of Corey Stingley
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Statement of Milwaukee County Supervisors Khalif Rainey and Russell Stamper II on the Killing of Corey Stingley

Corey Stingley’s homicide and the failure of District Attorney John Chisholm to press charges against his killers is a loss for the entire community, and we as a community are hurting

Legal opinion: City cannot delegate regulation of taxicabs to county
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Legal opinion: City cannot delegate regulation of taxicabs to county

The City of Milwaukee may not legally delegate its authority to regulate and license taxicabs and taxicab operators to Milwaukee County, according to an opinion released this week by the Office of City Attorney Grant F. Langley.

Supervisor Russell Stamper II Calls for Transit to be Part of Capital Needs Discussion
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Supervisor Russell Stamper II Calls for Transit to be Part of Capital Needs Discussion

Says Arena and Cultural Amenities Should Not Be Only Focus of Discussion

Milwaukee County Supervisors Khalif Rainey, Russell Stamper II Demand Explanations on Abstention Votes
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Milwaukee County Supervisors Khalif Rainey, Russell Stamper II Demand Explanations on Abstention Votes

They Will Introduce a Resolution Requiring Explanations for Abstentions

Milwaukee County Supervisors Weishan and Stamper Praise Board Veto Overide of Taxicab Resolution
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Milwaukee County Supervisors Weishan and Stamper Praise Board Veto Overide of Taxicab Resolution

Measure Designed to Lower Costs and Increase Service, Especially in Under-Served Areas

Supervisor Bowen Announces Series of Town Hall Meetings
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Supervisor Bowen Announces Series of Town Hall Meetings

Residents Invited to Speak About Milwaukee County Budget, Other Issues

Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Mental Health System Deserves Support, Not Blame
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Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Mental Health System Deserves Support, Not Blame

He Says Quality of Services for Mentally Ill Should Be Top Priority

Supervisors Stamper, Weishan and Rainey Applaud County Board Approval of Taxicab Negotiations
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Supervisors Stamper, Weishan and Rainey Applaud County Board Approval of Taxicab Negotiations

They Call it a Step Forward to Increasing Quality, Service, and Availability of Taxicabs

Milwaukee Moves Closer to a Competitive Taxi Cab Market
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Milwaukee Moves Closer to a Competitive Taxi Cab Market

Transit Committee Approves Measure to Allow County to Negotiate an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County for Operation and Regulation of Taxicab Service

Supervisor Russell Stamper II Calls for More New Socks for Families
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Supervisor Russell Stamper II Calls for More New Socks for Families

Second Annual Socks Drive to Benefit Milwaukee County Adults and Children

Milwaukee County Supervisors Weishan and Stamper Propose County Take-over of Regulation of Taxicab Service
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Milwaukee County Supervisors Weishan and Stamper Propose County Take-over of Regulation of Taxicab Service

Draft Measure Designed to Lower Costs, Increase Service, Especially in Under-Served Areas

First “Uptown Community Garden of Peace Picnic”
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First “Uptown Community Garden of Peace Picnic”

Supervisor Stamper Joining Effort to Plant Positive Seeds in Community Garden

Supervisors Bowen, Rainey, Stamper Statement on Dismissal of Corporation Counsel
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Supervisors Bowen, Rainey, Stamper Statement on Dismissal of Corporation Counsel

Three Milwaukee County Supervisors said today that they voted for the dismissal of Corporation Counsel because the Board has lost confidence in her ability to perform neutrally and serve Milwaukee County with appropriate and independent legal counsel.

Committee Tailors Rules to Target Sheriff
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Committee Tailors Rules to Target Sheriff

Ethics rule aimed at Sheriff Clarke is based on hypocritical reasoning

Milwaukee County Supervisor Stamper, Milwaukee Alderman Hines Issue Statements on Fatal Shooting in Washington Park
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Milwaukee County Supervisor Stamper, Milwaukee Alderman Hines Issue Statements on Fatal Shooting in Washington Park

I am deeply saddened by yesterday’s tragic event and send my condolences to the family of 17- year- old Daniel Gardner.

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity Announces the Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative
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Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity Announces the Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative

New Strategy Will Help Improve Washington Park Neighborhood

Supervisor Stamper Responds to the Format Changes at 1290 WMCS-AM Talk Radio
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Supervisor Stamper Responds to the Format Changes at 1290 WMCS-AM Talk Radio

Station was an invaluable asset to Milwaukee

Bowen, Stamper Respond to Statement Issued by Supervisor Alexander
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Bowen, Stamper Respond to Statement Issued by Supervisor Alexander

Supervisors David Bowen, District 10, and Russell W. Stamper II, District 5, have issued statements in response to claims by Supervisor Deanna Alexander that elected officials meddled in the affairs of the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner and led to the resignation of Christopher Poulus.

Milwaukee County Board Honors Local Social Justice Advocate in Observance of Black History Month
Results from Today’s Milwaukee County Board Meeting
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Results from Today’s Milwaukee County Board Meeting

A summary of items passed at the county board meeting.

County Supervisors, Others to Call for End to Poverty Wages for Janitors
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County Supervisors, Others to Call for End to Poverty Wages for Janitors

Contract for cleaning county buildings spurs concerns that public dollars fund family-sustaining jobs

Supervisor Stamper Calls for Overhaul of Fire and Police Commission
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Supervisor Stamper Calls for Overhaul of Fire and Police Commission

Stamper Urges Election, Not Appointment, of Commission Member

Supervisor Stamper Welcomes The Fresh Coast Basketball Classic to Milwaukee
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Supervisor Stamper Welcomes The Fresh Coast Basketball Classic to Milwaukee

National Scholastic Basketball Teams Take Over Milwaukee Lutheran College for Tournament-Style Basketball

Supervisor Stamper Praises Board for Leadership in Cases Involving Death of a Person in Law Enforcement Custody
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Supervisor Stamper Praises Board for Leadership in Cases Involving Death of a Person in Law Enforcement Custody

Board overwhelmingly approves resolution outlining policy for Medical Examiner’s office

County Board 2013 Budget Blast: Nov. 5, 2012
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County Board 2013 Budget Blast: Nov. 5, 2012

The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors, under the leadership of Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, has adopted the 2013 Budget today.

Results from Today’s Milwaukee County Board Meeting
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Results from Today’s Milwaukee County Board Meeting

A summary of items passed at the county board meeting.

County Board 2013 Budget Blast: October 31, 2012
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County Board 2013 Budget Blast: October 31, 2012

The Milwaukee County Board’s Finance, Personnel & Audit Committee is holding a series of budget hearings throughout October on the County Executive’s 2013 Recommended Budget.

County Board 2013 Budget Blast: October 25, 2012
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County Board 2013 Budget Blast: October 25, 2012

The Milwaukee County Board’s Finance, Personnel & Audit Committee is holding a series of budget hearings throughout October on the County Executive’s 2013 Recommended Budget.

Supervisor Stamper To Host Second “Employment, Training & Education Expo”
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Supervisor Stamper To Host Second “Employment, Training & Education Expo”

Social Development Commission and Kaplan University to Co-Host October 25th Event

County Board Budget Blast: October 24, 2012
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County Board Budget Blast: October 24, 2012

The Milwaukee County Board’s Finance, Personnel & Audit Committee is holding a series of budget hearings throughout October on the County Executive’s 2013 Recommended Budget.

Supervisor Stamper Pushes for Free Admission at Washington Park Pool
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Supervisor Stamper Pushes for Free Admission at Washington Park Pool

Committee approves Supervisor’s plan to bring programming, water safety awareness to community

Supervisors Invite Residents to “Tri-District” Budget Listening Session
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Supervisors Invite Residents to “Tri-District” Budget Listening Session

Session includes 2nd, 5th and 10th Districts

LEAP summer youth work program sees first graduating class
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LEAP summer youth work program sees first graduating class

Successful inaugural session of new program yields 17 young leaders; Alderman Willie Wade points to brighter future

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