Steve Jacquart

Sewerage District Problems Are Suspicious

Why did it resist an audit? And why does Mayor Johnson agree it must be done quickly?

Council Members Push for MMSD Audit

They nearly blocked reappointment of MMSD commissioners, but back off after closed door meeting.

Common Ground Statement in Response to Corey Zetts

MMSD, Veolia Deny Charges of Mismanagement by Common Ground

MMSD claims it is trying to conduct an audit. Common Ground leader calls it 'a sham.'

MMSD Operator Causing Larger Sewage Overflow, More Pollution, Coalition Charges

Veolia is alleged to be putting off maintenance and running the system under capacity, raising risk of overflows.

Statements from MMSD Executive Director and Commission Chair

A Doctorate Denied

How the FBI Thwarted Marquette’s 1964 Plan to Award an Honorary Doctorate to Martin Luther King.

Dem Challenge for Panzer Seat

The disarray of the Republican 20th Senate District has convinced the Democratic Party to field a write-in candidate for primary.

How Mayor Norquist’s Salary Cut Lowers Property Taxes

John Norquist styles himself as a budget cutter, but few are aware of how personally he has taken that mission.

Is the Plankinton Exit Worth $60 Million?

Some months ago the state Department of Transportation announced a plan for rebuilding the mammoth Marquette Interchange that did not include any exits or entrances at Plankinton Avenue

Is Mayor Norquist Sleeping on School Choice?

In the London Times, Mayor John Norquist is prominently quoted in a story on Milwaukee's school choice program.

Did Marilyn Want Millions From The Mayor?

Marilyn Figueroa never wanted money from the mayor