Theodore Lipscomb, Executive Director of LISC Milwaukee.
Former member of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors.
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Lipscomb Hails Supervisors’ Adoption of Balanced Budget
Budget cuts spending, reduces tax levy, halves wheel tax
Nov 7th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Chairman Lipscomb Calls for Referendum on $60 Wheel Tax
Finance Committee unanimously recommends proposal to full board.
Nov 2nd, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Abele’s Budget Math Off by $2.5 Million
County Executive Chris Abele provided the County Board with an unbalanced budget on Monday, because he failed to apply his proposed fringe benefits increase to all the appropriate job classifications.
Oct 11th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Milwaukee County Board Kicks Off Public Meetings on 2017 Recommended Budget
MILWAUKEE – Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr., has made special arrangements to provide County Executive Chris Abele with an opportunity to present the details of his 2017 Recommended Budget to the County Board of Supervisors on October 3, 2016, at 3:00pm. County Executive Abele will present his Recommended Budget to the Committee of the Whole at 3:00pm on Monday at the Courthouse. “We look forward to the County Executive’s presentation of his Recommended Budget on Monday,” said Chairman Lipscomb. “The Board will review the Executive’s proposal, analyze its details and listen to our constituents throughout the month of October before adopting a budget in November.” County Executive Abele has had a nearly year to work on this proposal before revealing the details of his budget recommendations to the public. The County Board will devote the next five weeks to analyzing the recommendations of the County Executive, so that a budget can be adopted at the Board’s November 7 meeting. The Finance and Audit Committee, led by Chair Peggy A. West, has set aside numerous days of open meetings in October to gather information from department heads, to get the public’s reaction to the Executive’s recommended actions, and to adopt budget amendments. The Finance and Audit Committee will hold a public hearing in the community on Tuesday, October 18, at 9:00am at the Milwaukee Public Schools administration building, 5225 W. Vliet St. in Milwaukee. The County Board has also scheduled a public hearing to listen as constituents weigh in with their concerns and priorities for the 2017 Milwaukee County budget. The full County Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, October 31, at 6:00pm, at the Marcus Center, 929 N. Water St., in downtown Milwaukee. Members of the public are encouraged to attend these public hearings and bring their questions, concerns, and priorities directly to their County Board Supervisor.
Sep 30th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Enough! It’s Time to Tear Down the Estabrook Dam
For years, there has been a consensus among the Milwaukee community that the dam should be removed.
Sep 14th, 2016 by Milwaukee Works, Inc.
Board Chairman Lipscomb and Parks Committee Chair Haas Announce 9/13/2016 Public Hearing on Pokemon Go and 2017 Parks Budget Request
Invite Public to Testify about Pokemon GO in the Park and Proposed Parking Meters on the Lakefront
Sep 12th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Removing the Estabrook Dam will not cost taxpayers 13 million dollars
Claim by homeowners organization that removing the dam would cost taxpayers millions is questionable at best.
Aug 10th, 2016 by Milwaukee Riverkeeper
Chairman Lipscomb Responds to Administration Proposal to Charge for Lakefront Parking
Asks, “Who would want to impose a tax on Independence Day celebrations and family picnics at the lakefront?”
Aug 10th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Board Chairman Lipscomb Announces Standing Committee Assignments for the 2016-2018 term
I am excited to announce the historic appointment of Supervisor Peggy A. West as Chairwoman of Milwaukee County’s Finance Committee.
Apr 29th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Supervisor Theodore Lipscomb, Sr. Re-Elected Chairman of the Milwaukee County Board
Promises to Be an Accessible and Accountable Board Leader
Apr 18th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
County Executive Refuses Once Again to Sign Domes Repair Resolution
Also Ethics Code and Sex Offender Resolutions
Mar 23rd, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
County Board Achieves Passage of Key Initiatives
A special meeting of the County Board will be held to consider vetoes by the County Executive on March 24.
Mar 17th, 2016 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Board Grabs for Power with More Wasteful Legal Fees
Board Chairman Changing the Law to Circumvent Judge’s Ruling
Mar 17th, 2016 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
County Executive Not Exempt From Judicial Review
A resolution granting authorization to refile the lawsuit is now before the Board.
Mar 15th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
O’Donnell Property Agreement with the Milwaukee Art Museum is a WIN/WIN.
In late 2015, not satisfied with the plan negotiated by the County Executive, the County Board chose to reimagine the O’Donnell plaza and garage proposal.
Mar 8th, 2016 by Patricia Jursik
Chairman Lipscomb Advances Public-to-Public Partnership Between Milwaukee County and Milwaukee Art Museum on O’Donnell Park
Partnership Preserves Public Ownership of Property
Mar 8th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Wisconsin Working Families Party Continues Political Revolution With New Endorsements
After propelling State Sen. Chris Larson to a surprise win against County Exec. Abele, Wisconsin WFP works to establish progressive voting bloc in Milwaukee
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Wisconsin Working Families Party
Chairman Lipscomb on Executive Abele’s Motion to Dismiss
On a technical issue of process, Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Sosnay granted County Executive Abele’s motion to dismiss the lawsuit without prejudice.
Feb 29th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Case Against County Executive Chris Abele Begins Monday
Chairman Lipscomb Filed Suit Against Abele’s Unilateral Actions, Refusal to Appear Before County Board
Feb 26th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
County Executive AWOL From Public Hearing on Future of the Domes
Abele Refuses to Listen to Community
Feb 24th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Chairman Lipscomb Critical of Administration Response to Domes Closure
We are just receiving initial details of their short-term plan to re-open one dome, and the administration’s long-term plan for all three still is unclear.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
What Happened to Local Decision-Making?
Why Should Votes in Madison Replace Votes in Milwaukee County?
Feb 17th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Milwaukee County Board to Hold February 24 Public Hearing on Domes
Board Invites County Executive to Discuss the Future of the Domes with the Public
Feb 10th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
County Board Unanimously Approves Resolution to Protect Parks
At Least 43 Lack Designated Zoning as Parkland; Measure Moves to Avoid Sale by Executive
Feb 4th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
County Board Unanimously Adopts Alternatives to Allow Placement of Juveniles in Milwaukee County
Measure Seeks Milwaukee County Location, Increases Number of Local Beds, Adds Staff
Feb 4th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Resolution Declares “State of Emergency” on Youths at Lincoln Hills
Measure Urgently Calls for Creation of a Local Option for Juvenile Placements
Feb 2nd, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
43 County Park Properties At Risk Because They Lack Local Zoning Protection
Chairman Lipscomb Introduces Resolution To Protect Parks and Parkland That Could Be Sold by County Executive Without Public Hearing or Legislative Oversight
Jan 27th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Sup. Moore Omokunde Introduces Resolution Seeking Youth Placement Alternatives to Lincoln Hills
Measure Seeks Immediate Remedies for Milwaukee County Youth at Troubled Facility
Jan 26th, 2016 by State Rep. Supreme Moore Omokunde
Abele Cannot Dodge Judicial Review
Lipscomb Says Let the Court Decide
Dec 22nd, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Board Makes the Right Decision to Not Fund John Doe II Appeal
Minority Group of Supervisors Successfully Blocks Funding Proposal
Dec 17th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
What’s on County Executive Chris Abele’s Holiday Wish List?
1. Power 2. More Power 3. Less Public Oversight
Dec 16th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Chairman Lipscomb Says John Doe Probe Resolution Unnecessary
The County Board Has No Role in Decision on Appeal
Dec 16th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
County Board Restores $4 Million of County Executive’s Cuts to Public Safety
Board Overrides Veto of Funding for Public Safety
Nov 18th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Chairman Lipscomb on County Executive’s Appointment of a Schools Commissioner
Milwaukee County has established a policy opposing the Opportunity Schools and Partnership Program.
Nov 12th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Chairman Lipscomb: County Board Passes Responsible Budget
More Money for Public Safety, Less Borrowing, and a Balanced Budget
Nov 9th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
County Board’s Finance Committee Approves Mayo Amendments
Measures Include Request for 0.5 Percent Transit Sales Tax, 80X Bus Route Expansion
Oct 30th, 2015 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Milwaukee County Board to Hold Budget Public Hearing November 2
Hearing at 6:30 p.m. at Mitchell Park Domes; Public Invited to Speak Out on Budget Issues
Oct 30th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Finance Committee Votes to Improve County Budget
Restores Funding for Public Safety and Rolls Back Use of Reserves
Oct 26th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Lawsuit Filed Against County Executive Chris Abele
The following is a statement from Milwaukee County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr., on the filing of a lawsuit against County Executive Chris Abele
Oct 22nd, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
County Executive Chris Abele “Hiding” From Public
He Refuses Three Requests From County Board to Answer Questions in Public Forum
Oct 20th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
County Executive Cuts Millions from Sheriff’s Department
Sheriff David Clarke told the Finance committee that the Executive’s budget “gives me no chance to succeed in terms of balancing the budget.”
Oct 14th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Abele Raids Reserves in Attempted Budget Bail-Out
Uses About $20 Million to Cover Pension Error. And $4 Million for Bucks Arena
Oct 9th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Chairman Lipscomb Commends Abele on Uplift MKE Proposal
UpLift MKE Similar to Ready to Work Initiative Created by Lipscomb, Former Supervisor Eyon Biddle, Sr.
Sep 22nd, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Abele Thumbs Nose at Court
Attempts to Ignore County Policy on Estabrook Dam
Sep 15th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Abele Exceeds His Authority
Outside Lawyers Seek to Clarify Limits of His Power
Sep 10th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Taxpayers Must Pay the Tab Chris Abele Ran Up
State of Milwaukee County Board Chairman Theo Lipscomb, Sr. on the sale of the Park East
Sep 9th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Supervisor Steve F. Taylor Named Chairman of Econmoic and Community Development Committee
New Chairman Says Economic Development is a Key to Quality of Life in Milwaukee County
Sep 3rd, 2015 by Steve F. Taylor
Executive Mismanagement and Poor Arena Negotiations Led to Larger Budget Gap
Chairman Lipscomb Responds to Five-Year Financial Forecast
Aug 24th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Sen. Taylor announces Senate District 4 National Night Out
National Night Out is an effort to promote involvement in police-community partnerships, improved neighborhood unity and crime prevention..
Jul 31st, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
County Executive Abele Welcomes New County Board Chair
Congratulations to Supervisor Theo Lipscomb on being elected as the new Chair of the Milwaukee County Board.
Jul 30th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Lipscomb Elected Chairman of Milwaukee County Board
New Chairman Urges Unity to “Make Milwaukee County the Best It Can Be”
Jul 30th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Surplus Funds Should be Reinvested
County Board Overrides Veto, Allows Funds From Surplus to be Used for Parks, Transit; Also Passes Measure Protecting Taxpayers From Actuaries’ Error on Pensions
Jul 30th, 2015 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Chairwoman Dimitrijevic and Sup. Lipscomb: County Surplus Funds Should Be Reinvested
The plan put forward by Dimitrijevic and Lipscomb builds on a vision of “encouraging pride in our community and our county and on identifying tangible ways to move it forward,” Dimitrijevic said.
Jul 15th, 2015 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Supervisors Announce New Bus Service to Suburban Job Centers
County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Supervisor Patricia Jursik, and Supervisor Theo Lipscomb to take inaugural ride on March 23 in Oak Creek and Brown Deer.
Mar 4th, 2015 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Latest Pension Fix Explained
Supervisor Theo Lipscomb, Sr., issued the following statement regarding the latest pension fix:
Feb 17th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Critical Projects Move Forward; Dam Included
Supervisor Theo Lipscomb, Sr., issued the following statement regarding the veto of repair of Estabrook Dam:
Feb 17th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Flip Flop Applesauce
Dysfunction Around the Estabrook Dam Continues at Milwaukee County as Finance Committee Votes to Switch County Policy on Dam. Again.
Jan 29th, 2015 by Milwaukee Riverkeeper
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.
Oct 2nd, 2014 by Charlie Fox
Supervisors Say “It’s Time to Move Forward on Transit”
They Urge the County Executive to Issue a New Transit RFP
Mar 5th, 2014 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Supervisor Lipscomb Praises Passage of 2014 Ready-to-Work Investment
Legislation Provides $400,000 for Extension of “R2W” Program
Feb 7th, 2014 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Supervisor Alexander Voices her Support for Lindsay Park
Launches Web Site “SupportOurPark.com”
Nov 4th, 2013 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Removing Chief Corporation Counsel Not a Vindictive Action by Board
A Call to County Executive Chris Abele to Begin Working Toward the Next Budget.
Jun 28th, 2013 by Patricia Jursik
Committee Tailors Rules to Target Sheriff
Ethics rule aimed at Sheriff Clarke is based on hypocritical reasoning
Jun 13th, 2013 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Intergovernmental Relations Committee to Hold Public Hearing on Local Reform Measures
Public hearing will allow Milwaukee County residents an opportunity to speak out on County governance reforms
Apr 22nd, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Several “Our Milwaukee County” Listening Sessions Set
Proposed Agenda to Focus on Countywide Governance, Consolidated Services, Transit, Parks & Cultural Attractions Funding and Mental Health
Feb 19th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Supervisor Theodore Lipscomb Responds to LRB-1340/2
Supervisor Supports Constructive Reform But Disagrees With Current Draft of Reform Bill
Feb 15th, 2013 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Unanimously Approved Audit Plan Has Major Flaws
Comprehensive performance plan carelessly tossed aside
Feb 8th, 2013 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
M. L. King Library is Open and Will Hold a Special Program on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
All Other Milwaukee Public Libraries are closed for the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
Jan 16th, 2013 by Press Release
Board Saves Taxpayers More Than $15 Million By Reforming Pension Backdrop
Board Approves Resolution to “Cap the Backdrop” Authored by Supervisor Lipscomb
Dec 20th, 2012 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Results from Today’s Milwaukee County Board Meeting
A summary of items passed at the county board meeting.
Dec 20th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
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
Dec 12th, 2012 by SEIU Local 1
Chairwoman Dimitrijevic Announces Seven “Chat with the Chair” Events for the Month of December
“Chats” set for Whitefish Bay, South Milwaukee, West Milwaukee, Greenfield, Greendale, Hales Corners and Bayside
Nov 29th, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
Chairwoman Dimitrijevic Hosts Three “Chat with the Chair” Events This Week
“Chats” set for Cudahy, Shorewood and River Hills
Nov 26th, 2012 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Chair of Committee on Economic and Community Development Calls on County Exec To Stabilize Economic Development Leadership
The Chair of the Milwaukee County Board Committee on Economic and Community Development is asking the County Executive to shore up the County’s leadership on economic development by adhering to Milwaukee County residency requirements.
Nov 8th, 2012 by Patricia Jursik
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.
Nov 5th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Results from Today’s Milwaukee County Board Meeting
A summary of items passed at the county board meeting.
Nov 1st, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
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.
Oct 31st, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
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.
Oct 26th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
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.
Oct 24th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Supervisor Lipscomb Invites Residents To a Town Hall Meeting on the Budget
Milwaukee County Supervisor Theodore Lipscomb, Sr. invites 1st District residents to join him for a Town Hall Meeting focusing on the County’s 2013 Budget at the North Shore Library.
Oct 15th, 2012 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
