Thomas “Tom” Barrett served as mayor of Milwaukee from 2004 through December 2021. He resigned to become U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg.
Barrett, a resident of the Washington Heights neighborhood, is married to Kris Barrett. The couple has four adult children.
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Alderman Donovan calls on mayor to mediate transit dispute
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan July 1, 2015
Jul 1st, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Let’s not talk about it, be about it!
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. June 29, 2015
Jun 29th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Milwaukee a safe city? Utter nonsense
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan June 26, 2015
Jun 26th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukee County Board Of Supervisors Set Public Hearing On Proposal To Develop Park East Land
Invites Public to the Table
Jun 8th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Plan to End Chronic Homelessness in Milwaukee County
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will unveil a new plan to end chronic homelessness in Milwaukee County with Mayor Tom Barrett at the site of the new Thurgood Marshall Apartments on Tuesday, June 9.
Jun 8th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Cheaper to Keep Them: State and Local Arena Plan
For every dollar the state invests, state taxpayers will get a $3 return through income tax revenue
Jun 4th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Alderman Joe Dudzik’s passing marks a very sad day in Milwaukee
Mayor Barrett's Statement on Alderman Joe Dudzik
May 22nd, 2015 by Tom Barrett
Mayor Barret, Ald. Bauman attend grand opening of new $3M BP gas station at 27th Street & St. Paul
Statement from Keith Stanley, Executive Director of Near West Side Partners, Inc.
May 19th, 2015 by Near West Side Partners, Inc.
Super Reader Summer Reading Program Starts Today
Milwaukee Public Library Sets Goal to Enroll 25,000 Youth in the Reading Program
May 18th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Library
Water Council Hires Matt Howard as New Director of Alliance for Water Stewardship, North America
Matt Howard, who has served the City of Milwaukee as the Sustainability Director for the last five years, will begin working for The Water Council on June 8.
May 14th, 2015 by The Water Council
For mayor, ignorance is bliss on MPD video snafu
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan May 12, 2015
May 12th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
MPD lost video report requires action, immediate response
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. May 11, 2015
May 11th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces New Wisconsin State Director
“I share Senator Baldwin’s strong commitment to public service and I am eager to put my experience to work for her in Wisconsin.”
May 11th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
City violence hints at deeper problems
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. May 4, 2015
May 4th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
No new taxes!
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan May 1, 2015
May 1st, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Stand with Survivors: April 29th is Denim Day
April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. This month, I am proud to stand alongside my colleague Dr. Darienne Driver, Superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools, in raising awareness of the misconceptions around sexual assault.
Apr 28th, 2015 by Tom Barrett
Milwaukee Housing Authority Expands Support for Homeless Veterans
"Members of our nation’s armed forces have served with courage and honor and should have a place to call home."
Apr 23rd, 2015 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
An opportunity lost, and now we’re paying the cost
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. April 17, 2015
Apr 17th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Continuing the search for solutions to tragic, senseless violence
Statement of Common Council President Michael J. Murphy April 16, 2015
Apr 16th, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Ald. Davis demands Mayor use CDBG funds to address violence, poverty
“Instead, over my repeated objections and concerns, the Mayor uses it to fund city services year in and year out.”
Apr 14th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Where does the buck stop in Milwaukee?
Milwaukee on target for 200 homicides in 2015
Apr 14th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Officer injured in yet another car theft incident
Milwaukee’s auto theft rate 12 times higher than that of New York City
Apr 10th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukee’s murder rate six times that of New York City
“I’m asking the mayor where the buck stops, because to me it sure doesn’t look like it stops at his desk.”
Apr 9th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Alderman Donovan asks for change in MPD vehicle pursuit policy
Current ‘no chase’ policy is emboldening criminals, Alderman Donovan says
Apr 7th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Mayor’s indecisiveness on the Downtown Arena project may cost the City of Milwaukee taxpayers millions!
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. April 3, 2015
Apr 3rd, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Common Ground to Wesley Edens: $30 Million for Our City
Mayor Tom Barrett and President Michael Murphy Meet with Nationstar Mortgage to Discuss Second Wave of Foreclosure Crisis
Apr 1st, 2015 by Common Ground Southeastern Wisconsin
One more streetcar route change threatens Bastille Days, Jazz in the Park
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan March 30, 2015
Mar 30th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukee Public Library Selects HGA to Design New Forest Home Branch
HGA has a history of designing libraries and has worked with MPL on several previous projects.
Mar 24th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Library
Milwaukee County Unveils Street Sign for Medal of Honor Recipient Gary Wetzel
Wetzel was a door gunner for the 173rd Assault Helicopter Company when his helicopter was shot down in Vietnam on January 8, 1968.
Mar 23rd, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
“Blessing of the Bublrs” Celebrates Bublr Bikes’ First Residential Station, on Brady Street
Bublr Bikes also announces $100,000 in new private donations
Mar 23rd, 2015 by Bublr Bikes
A Broken City
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. March 20, 2015
Mar 20th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Summer Starts Today as Bublr Bikes Come out of Winter Hibernation, Ready for Riding
Bublr 2015 Bike-‐Sharing Season Starts Today With New and Cheaper Rates
Mar 16th, 2015 by Bublr Bikes
Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons creates more jobs for city residents
We’re proud to partner with Benson Industries on this important phase of our project.
Mar 10th, 2015 by Northwestern Mutual
St. Patrick’s parade is Saturday, March 14; event dates to 1843
The 140 units in the Irish celebration step off at noon on Wisconsin Ave. at Old World Third Street
Mar 9th, 2015 by Press Release
The City’s 2015 Take Root Milwaukee Homeownership Fair – “One-Stop Shop” for buying a home – Features Forgivable Loans for Renovation of City-Owned Properties.
“This is a good time for anyone considering homeownership to take a close look at the opportunities in our City.”
Mar 2nd, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
Milwaukee Housing Authority Earns ‘A+’ Credit Rating
Standard & Poor’s affirms strong management and value to community
Mar 2nd, 2015 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Milwaukee earns a dubious ranking while the Mayor basks in streetcar fanfare
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. February 20, 2015
Feb 20th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
We’ve been lulled into complacency – where is the outrage?
As violence skyrockets, Milwaukee now second poorest large U.S. city
Feb 20th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukee Public Library Invites Community Input on Proposed Mixed Use Development for Mill Road Library
Community Meetings Scheduled for February 26th and March 4th
Feb 12th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Library
Mayor Barrett Responds to Alderman Donovan’s Transit Option
Mayor Barrett released the following statement in regard to Alderman Donovan’s transit option press release today
Feb 3rd, 2015 by Tom Barrett
Regarding the Tuesday community meeting hosted by Alderman Stamper
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. January 22, 2015
Jan 22nd, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Prominent Business and Civic Leaders Urge Support for Milwaukee Streetcar
Open Letter in Support of The Milwaukee Streetcar
Jan 20th, 2015 by Press Release
It’s really hard to take JS, Mayor Barrett seriously these days
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan
Jan 16th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Community meeting about streetcar project next Tuesday
Mayor Barrett will join Alderman Stamper for meeting Tuesday at MAWIB
Jan 15th, 2015 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett goes “On the Issues” to discuss city’s upcoming streetcar project vote
On the eve of a pivotal Milwaukee Common Council vote, Barrett will make his case for the proposed Milwaukee streetcar project.
Jan 12th, 2015 by Marquette University
Aldermen join forces to launch streetcar referendum petition drive
News conference set for 1 p.m. TODAY at City Hall
Jan 5th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Letter of Support for Milwaukee Streetcar
"I strongly support efforts to improve public transportation options, improve mobility, and create economic development in Milwaukee through the creation of a modern downtown street car."
Dec 23rd, 2014 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Council approves Milwaukee Promise funding to help city neighborhoods
News release and maps document from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton
Dec 16th, 2014 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Milwaukee Public Library Recommends Development Partner for Mill Road Library
The developer team of Maures Development Group, Common Bond and Engberg Anderson was selected.
Dec 10th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
Mayor looking to shut down public vote on downtown streetcar
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan December 8, 2014
Dec 8th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Police-community discussion: Acknowledging basic conditions, facts first is vital
Statement from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton December 5, 2014
Dec 5th, 2014 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Washington Park Neighborhood and MPD Awarded National MetLife Foundation Community-Police Partnership Award
Mobilizing Residents/Partnerships leads to improved neighborhood safety
Dec 2nd, 2014 by Local Initiatives Support Corporation Milwaukee
Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Community Input
Developers to Present Proposed Plans for Mill Road Library at Public Meeting
Dec 1st, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
Time to let the public decide on the streetcar
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. November 26, 2014
Nov 26th, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Alderman Donovan will seek petition drive for streetcar referendum
Alderman Bob Donovan to launch a citywide petition drive to trigger a binding referendum on the borrowing for the downtown streetcar project.
Nov 24th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Community Input
Developers to Present Proposed Plans for Forest Home Library at Public Meeting
Nov 21st, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
A big league city needs big league public transit options
Statement of Alderman Nik Kovac November 19, 2014
Nov 19th, 2014 by Nik Kovac
Mayor’s doubling down on streetcar more about ego than good policy, leadership
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan November 19, 2014
Nov 19th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Amendments double funding for STRONG Homes Loan program
News release from Alds. Michael J. Murphy and Robert Bauman
Nov 19th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
City Unveils New Plan to Build on $2.6 Billion in Downtown Investment by Moving the Streetcar Project Forward, Adding Lakefront Line
Plan Covers Lakefront Line, Utility Costs Without Property Tax Dollars; Operations Slated to Begin by 2018
Nov 18th, 2014 by Tom Barrett
Heroin and Opiates 101 – A Neighborhood & Community Meeting
President Murphy hosting key meeting next week targeting parents, loved ones
Nov 12th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Common Council finds opportunities for efficiencies in 2015 approved budget
News release from Alds. Michael J. Murphy and Nik Kovac
Nov 10th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Development Partners
Issues Request for Proposal for Forest Home and Mill Road Libraries
Nov 5th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
Dear Mr. Mayor: Stop playing poli-tricks with city residents
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. November 5, 2014
Nov 5th, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Barrett administration public safety in disarray
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan November 3, 2014
Nov 3rd, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Ald. Bauman calls Mayoral veto of home improvement loan program a “slap to the face” of Milwaukee homeowners
News release from Alderman Robert Bauman
Oct 3rd, 2014 by Ald. Bob Bauman
Malcolm X fiasco could have been avoided
Barrett administration drops the ball once again
Oct 2nd, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Alderman Zielinski to host Art Stop Unveiling event Friday
Mayor Barrett, County Board Chairwoman Dimitrijevic also scheduled to participate
Oct 1st, 2014 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
Facebook can’t solve our infant mortality problem
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan September 16, 2014
Sep 16th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
County Executive Abele & Mayor Barrett Host 9/11 Ceremony
Mayor Tom Barrett, County Executive Chris Abele, Governor Scott Walker, British Ambassador Sir Peter Westmacott and other local leaders will honor the victims of September 11, 2001.
Sep 10th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Great Plan Gets Even Better!
1.9 Acres of Public Space and Direct Access to Lakefront Highlights Updated Couture Plan
Sep 3rd, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
MPS to ‘ring in’ traditional calendar year Tuesday at one of the district’s 14 Commitment Schools
Local and state leaders to join MPS Board members, Acting Supt. Driver at MPS' Thurston Woods Campus
Sep 2nd, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Development Partners
Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) is asking real estate developers to submit information on current and potential projects that could be compatible with a library near four neighborhood libraries slated for replacement.
Aug 27th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
Ald. Zielinski: Body cameras should be included in city’s 2015 budget
Wearable body cameras for Milwaukee police officers should be included in Mayor Tom Barrett’s proposed 2015 executive budget
Aug 20th, 2014 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
Donovan to Mayor Barrett: Quit deceiving the public – there are no extra patrols!
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan
Aug 19th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Join Ald. Dudzik and Mayor Barrett for a Neighborhood walk
Alderman Joe Dudzik will be joined by Mayor Tom Barrett for a neighborhood walk in the 11th Aldermanic District on Thursday, August 21, as part of the “Walk 100 Miles in 100 Days” initiative launched by the Mayor earlier this summer.
Aug 18th, 2014 by Joe Dudzik
City of Milwaukee Preliminary Budget Hearing
The City of Milwaukee will hold a 2015 Preliminary Budget Hearing to ensure the 2015 City of Milwaukee Budget addresses the needs of our community
Aug 14th, 2014 by Tom Barrett
Mayor Barrett to lead Ribbon Cutting of TWO50TWO – MIAD’s new res hall – at college’s 40th birthday party
Ribbon Cutting for TWO50TWO, MIAD’s new residence apartments; Wednesday, August 27, 3:30 p.m. Reception to follow. 252 E. Menomonee St., Historic Third Ward. Rain or shine.
Aug 7th, 2014 by Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
Entry Level Manufacturing Skills Foundry Training Class to Graduate, Friday, August 8th
On Friday, August 8th WRTP/BIG STEP in partnership with MAWIB will honor 19 graduates from the Mayor's Manufacturing Partnership.
Aug 7th, 2014 by WRTP /BIG STEP
EPA Announces $1 Million Grant to Clean Up Contaminated Sites in Milwaukee
“This EPA brownfield grant is a solid investment in the future of Milwaukee that will help transform contaminated sites into redevelopment opportunities”
Aug 7th, 2014 by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Historic Mitchell St. walk with Alderman Pérez and Mayor Barrett
Alderman José G. Pérez will be joined by Mayor Tom Barrett for a walk down Historic Mitchell Street.
Aug 6th, 2014 by Common Council President Jose Perez
Sheriff Clarke is right on the money
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan August 5, 2014
Aug 5th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Bronzeville Week 2014 offers enrichment for the mind, body and soul
Festival set for first day of family-oriented and fun week of events in Bronzeville
Jul 30th, 2014 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Mark Kessenich to Lead Organization
Mark Kessenich has been named interim President and CEO of WRTP/BIG STEP.
Jul 15th, 2014 by WRTP /BIG STEP
County Executive Abele & Mayor Barrett Toast Opening of Red Arrow Park Beer Garden
Veterans and Active Military Members Receive Discount
Jul 14th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Wisconsin Progress Endorses Marina Dimitrijevic for State Assembly
Progressives Choose Marina
Jul 7th, 2014 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Juvenile crime problems go up, and curfew enforcement goes down
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan July 1, 2014
Jul 1st, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Why we can no longer wait to remedy “The Wait”
Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan June 26, 2014
Jun 26th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Mayor Tom Barrett and the Department of Public Works Announce New Advanced Parking Guidance System in Downtown Milwaukee
Electronic signs with parking information are “live”
Jun 25th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Milwaukee Building & Construction Trades Council Endorses Dimitrijevic for State Assembly
More Endorsements for Marina
Jun 23rd, 2014 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Mayor Barrett released the following statement regarding the possibility of double-decking Interstate 94 on the west side of Milwaukee:
"I’m mystified as to why the Governor has not taken the Stadium Interchange's double deck option off the table."
Jun 18th, 2014 by Tom Barrett
Mayor Barrett grasping at straws
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan June 17, 2014
Jun 17th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Where’s the Plan?
Another weekend of violence leaves two more innocent children wounded
Jun 16th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Clean Wisconsin Action Endorses Marina Dimitrijevic for the State Assembly
Marina is a Proven Champion for Protecting Our Environment
Jun 12th, 2014 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
New Partnership Will Spark Park East Development
City, County, State, Federal Government and Private Sector Working Together
Jun 6th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee Public Library Hires Sam McGovern-Rowen to Manage Library Development Project
Sam McGovern-Rowen will oversee the $21.5 million library branch redevelopment program.
Jun 5th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
Business forum tomorrow to highlight U.S. – Indonesia opportunities
Milwaukee will play host to a business forum tomorrow that will highlight the opportunities for investment in and trade with the Southeast Asian nation.
Jun 3rd, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Milwaukee is out of control
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. June 3, 2014
Jun 3rd, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Regional Symposium on Heroin/Opiates Addiction is Wednesday
Southeast Wisconsin Regional Heroin/Opiates Symposium will be held on Wednesday, June 4.
Jun 3rd, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Dimitrijevic for Assembly: Gains Endorsement of Public Educators in Wisconsin
MTEA and WEAC Agree that Marina is the Best Choice
Jun 2nd, 2014 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
