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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Port of Milwaukee Reports Net Income of $1.4-Million in 2013
Positive Financial Results Benefit Local Government
Jun 2nd, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Affiliate of Five Mile Capital Partners Buys Downtown’s 411 East Wisconsin Building for $74.3 Million; Anchor Tenant Quarles & Brady Commits Until 2025
New owners and Quarles & Brady to infuse $17.5 million in building upgrades
Jun 2nd, 2014 by Press Release
City of Milwaukee Hosts Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Sale – June 7th
The City of Milwaukee will host a one-day-only, first-come first-served backyard compost bin and rain barrel sale on Saturday, June 7th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Washington Park parking lot at N. 40th St. and W. Galena St.
May 27th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Maskani Place Opens in Harambee Neighborhood
Homeless families get a fresh start in empowering and green environment
May 27th, 2014 by Press Release
Mayor Tom Barrett and Boys & Girls Club President Vincent Lyles Join Students and Other City Leaders to Kickoff Summer Reading
This week the Milwaukee Public Library kicks off the annual Summer Reading Program encouraging children and young adults to read for fun over the summer to keep their reading skills sharp.
May 19th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
“Cream of Cream City” to be recognized at historic preservation awards ceremony
Annual preservation honors event to be held at Best Place at the Pabst
May 19th, 2014 by Ald. Bob Bauman
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.
May 16th, 2014 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Mayor Tom Barrett Welcomes New Pothole Workers
Transitional Jobs Program participants begin their on-the-job training with DPW
May 16th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Milwaukee Public Library’s Tippecanoe Branch Undergoing Full-Scale Renovation
Architectural Firm Engberg Anderson Selected for Project
May 6th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
Marquette Law School, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel to host one-day conference on political polarization
Marquette University Law School and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel will host a one-day conference titled “Dividing Lines: Political Polarization and What it Means for Campaigns, Public Policy, and Political Engagement.”
May 6th, 2014 by Marquette University
City/County Dog Exercise Area to Open in Bay View
A True Partnership for the People
May 5th, 2014 by Milwaukee County Parks
Mayor Tom Barrett’s Statement on Today’s Public Service Commission Ruling
We’re not surprised that the Public Service Commission continues to politicize a local public works improvement project.
Apr 23rd, 2014 by Tom Barrett
Alderman Donovan offers real alternative to mayor’s “plan ”
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan
Apr 22nd, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Mayor Tom Barrett to Participate in Project Clean & Green with Department of Public Works Sanitation Crew
Mayor to help pick up unwanted bulky items and promote using Self-Help Centers
Apr 17th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Potholes Must Be a Priority
Says He is Pleased with City of Milwaukee Initiative to Fill Holes, Create Jobs
Apr 10th, 2014 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Five shootings in two hours – and it’s only April
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan April 9, 2014
Apr 9th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Fallen Iraq War Soldier Honored with Street Renaming
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett are proud to announce the honorary renaming of a section of Richards Street after Army Specialist Michelle Witmer.
Apr 4th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Time for Milwaukee to stop leaving money on the table
At news conference, city leaders and IRS to tout importance of claiming Earned Income Tax Credit
Apr 3rd, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Nominations Sought for Mayor’s Design Awards
Great Milwaukee Buildings, Improvements, and Spaces Will Be Honored
Mar 7th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Surveillance camera grant program will target businesses, commercial corridors
Launch news conference set for Friday on city’s near south side
Mar 4th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Setting the record straight—Milwaukee sends delegation to address violence among black males
The work of Milwaukee’s Black Male Achievement Advisory Council, or BMAAC, is garnering national attention, and has already resulted in city officials being invited to participate in this week’s Cities United summit in New Orleans.
Feb 25th, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Mayor Tom Barrett’s 2014 State of the City Address
Milwaukee February 24, 2014 As Prepared for Delivery
Feb 24th, 2014 by Tom Barrett
Milwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander Supports Reallocating Money for Transit and Roads
Supervisor Deanna Alexander said today that she supported efforts by Milwaukee Ald. Bob Donovan to reallocate funding for a downtown Milwaukee streetcar.
Feb 20th, 2014 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Milwaukee Wins an Invitation to the Community Progress Leadership Institute
Prestigious Training Effort will Help Milwaukee Address Foreclosures and Vacant Homes
Feb 19th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
President Hines to vacate Common Council seat
Common Council President Willie L. Hines, Jr., who has served as Milwaukee’s 15th District Alderman since 1996 and Council president since 2004, announced today that he is resigning his seat on the Council effective tomorrow, February 1, 2014.
Jan 31st, 2014 by Willie Hines
MPS aquaponics programming expanding thanks to $98,000 from AT&T, NEA Foundation
Funding will expand program in Milwaukee to 5 new schools; Farming project grows students’ interest in STEM; photo gallery link below
Jan 29th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
City’s pension fund outperforms state, Milwaukee County funds in 2013
The City of Milwaukee Employes’ Retirement System (CMERS) pension fund’s preliminary year-end results show the fund earned a return of 19.6%, gross of fees.
Jan 17th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Mayor’s streetcar double-down doesn’t match up with his claim on jobs priority
Mayor’s streetcar double-down doesn’t match up with his claim on jobs priority
Jan 14th, 2014 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Mayor Barrett Announces Stolen Thumb Drive Recovered
Jump drive with confidential city employee information found by Milwaukee police
Jan 9th, 2014 by Tom Barrett
Mayor Barrett Announces Housing Director and Housing Outreach Director
Team will manage mayoral housing initiative to continue to address foreclosure crisis, enhance partnerships and improve neighborhoods
Jan 8th, 2014 by Tom Barrett
Milwaukee Film Announces 2014 Festival Dates, New Programming Hire
Sixth Annual Milwaukee Film Festival runs September 25-October 9
Jan 8th, 2014 by Milwaukee Film
Milwaukee Awarded $25,000 Cities of Service Impact Volunteering Fund Grant to Implement Artistic Board-up Initiative
Grant Funds, Provided by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Will Support a New “Impact Volunteering” Initiative to Address Vacant Foreclosed Houses in Milwaukee’s Amani Neighborhood
Dec 16th, 2013 by Jeff Fleming
Gramling and West Elected MMSD Commission Chair & Vice Chair
Commissioners of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) today unanimously elected Ben Gramling as Chair of the MMSD Commission for 2014 and Fox Point Village President Michael West as Vice Chair.
Dec 16th, 2013 by Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District
City employees and retirees deserve the truth
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan December 12, 2013
Dec 12th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Attack gives Milwaukee a bloody, broken nose
Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan December 5, 2013
Dec 5th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Alderman Donovan to Mayor Barrett: “What is happening with the streetcar project?”
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan December 3, 2013
Dec 3rd, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Wangard Breaks Ground on New Apartment Development in Park East Corridor
Avenir apartments expected to open September 2014
Nov 8th, 2013 by Wangard Partners, Inc.
Mayor Barrett Calls for Delay in Wisconsin BadgerCare Changes
Health Insurance for 92,000 at Stake with Ongoing Health Insurance Marketplace Problems
Nov 1st, 2013 by Tom Barrett
FPC nominees to appear at community forum tomorrow
Reappointed Fire and Police Commission member Kathryn A. Hein and new Commission appointee Steven M. DeVougas will take part in a public forum tomorrow (Tuesday, October 22) evening at La Luz del Mundo Family Services, 1570 W. Greenfield Ave.
Oct 21st, 2013 by Common Council President Jose Perez
Milwaukee budget for 2014 gets high marks in Public Policy Forum report
The non-partisan Public Policy Forum is giving the City of Milwaukee positive marks for the proposed 2014 city budget.
Oct 14th, 2013 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Mayor urges Alderman Donovan to run for DA
Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan October 10, 2013
Oct 10th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Twelve infants die in co-sleeping deaths in 10 months in Milwaukee – where is the outrage?!
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan October 8, 2013
Oct 8th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukee County Residents Encouraged to Sign Up for Affordable Health Care
Elected officials, others to highlight new health care options coming Oct. 1
Sep 26th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons Unveiled
Signature structure, public spaces reflect growth of the company and confidence in the city
Sep 25th, 2013 by Northwestern MutualDigital Billboard Art Month Brings Ten-Day Art Exhibit to All of Milwaukee
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett has issued a proclamation recognizing October 1-10 as “Digital Billboard Art Month”(DBAM).
Sep 11th, 2013 by Pegi Christiansen
Nothing substantive has changed, and nothing substantive will change
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan September 9, 2013
Sep 9th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
In Milwaukee, Mayor Rybak Unveils New Ad Campaign to Attract Same-Sex Weddings to Minneapolis
“I Want to Marry You in Minneapolis” campaign running in Milwaukee, Madison and Chicago publications
Sep 9th, 2013 by Press Release
IN:SITE Announces Digital Billboard Art Month
Milwaukee billboards will get a little bit more pleasing in October.
Aug 12th, 2013 by Press Release
Community violence concerning, proposed solutions lacking
Ald. Hamilton offers alternative to Mayor’s plan
Aug 12th, 2013 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Mayor’s MPD overtime math doesn’t add up
Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan August 12, 2013
Aug 12th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Where’s the Outrage? Wake Up Milwaukee!
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan July 29, 2013
Jul 29th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Mayor Barrett Launches New Citywide Sustainability Initiative
Mayor Tom Barrett launched a new initiative, ReFresh Milwaukee, on Tuesday, July 16. ReFresh Milwaukee provides a vision for community sustainability over the next 10 years and seeks to make Milwaukee a center for sustainability innovation and thought leadership.
Jul 16th, 2013 by Tom Barrett
Midwest BikeShare installs Milwaukee’s first bike share kiosk.
This kiosk, funded with the support of the City of Milwaukee, local businesses, institutions and foundations, is the first of 24 kiosks that are scheduled to be installed throughout the City of Milwaukee.
Jul 2nd, 2013 by Press Release
City of Milwaukee to Defend State Constitution
Joint statement of Mayor Tom Barrett, Common Council President Willie L. Hines, Jr. and Alderman Michael J. Murphy
Jul 2nd, 2013 by City of Milwaukee
Barrett & Council to Walker and Legislature: “Give me my ball, I’m going home”
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan July 1, 2013
Jul 1st, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Global Anti-Bigotry Campaign Makes U.S. Debut in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Jewish Federation collaborates with U.S. Department of State to launch Hours Against Hate
Jun 24th, 2013 by Milwaukee Jewish Federation
Fatherhood event this week will include young men in panel discussion
“To Be or Not To Be… A Father @ This Time” – an important panel discussion about fatherhood and related issues – will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on Friday, June 21, 2013 at Parklawn YMCA, 4340 N. 46th St.
Jun 18th, 2013 by Willie Wade
Milwaukee Recognized as ‘Playful City USA’ Community
Sign unveiling event Monday will feature Alderman Murphy, Mayor Barrett and MPS representative
Jun 14th, 2013 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Business moving from Milwaukee = wake up call
Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan May 31, 2013
May 31st, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Celebrate Bike to Work Week with Mayor Tom Barrett, Alderpersons, and The Wisconsin Bike Federation
Bike to Work Week is May 13-18, 2013
May 10th, 2013 by City of Milwaukee
Historic Preservation Honored Wednesday at Cream of Cream City Awards Ceremony
Annual preservation honors event to be held at Best Place at the Pabst
May 10th, 2013 by Ald. Bob Bauman
Alderman Donovan calls for increasing police overtime funding, adding 20 new officers
Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan
May 2nd, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
City of Milwaukee Brings Back Popular Compost Bin Distribution Event on May 4th
Residents encouraged to reduce waste, save money, learn more about composting
May 1st, 2013 by City of Milwaukee
Abele, Barrett and Other Milwaukee Leaders Urge Legislature to Restore Transit Funding
A coalition of Milwaukee leaders are sending a letter to lawmakers in Madison asking them to restore cuts in transit funding and requesting that they maintain the segregated Transportation Fund.
Apr 15th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee Jobs Act components get boost from Council
The Common Council has approved changes that will make it easier for groups and businesses to help implement key components of the Milwaukee Jobs Act, which could help put dozens of city residents in new jobs this summer.
Apr 9th, 2013 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Milwaukee Public Library’s East Library Will Relocate to Temporary Facility This Summer and Hold Public Meeting on Design in April
Library Will Use Temporary Site During Construction of East Branch
Mar 26th, 2013 by Milwaukee Public Library
Girls’ Day at City Hall showcases public service careers for young women
The palette of speakers and role models for young women interested in public service continues to expand in the third annual Girls’ Day at City Hall, hosted TOMORROW, March 20, 2013 by Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs.
Mar 19th, 2013 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Alderman Donovan calls for hiring 300-400 new police officers; points to New York City’s example
Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan March 11, 2013
Mar 11th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Just Six Days Left to Vote Milwaukee in Mayors Challenge Fan Favorite Contest
Mayor Barrett launches “Twitter Flash Mob” and encourages all proud Milwaukeeans to tweet at 1:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
Mar 2nd, 2013 by Tom Barrett
Common Council approves two new facets of Milwaukee Jobs Act
The Common Council enabled the Milwaukee Jobs Act to take two more significant steps toward putting city residents back to work Wednesday, approving funding that increases the number of positions in the LEAP program and dramatically expands the Neighborhood Ambassador program.
Feb 28th, 2013 by Milwaukee Common Council
Wilson confirmation could be start of better, more open, inclusive and accessible process
I would like to congratulate 6th District resident Anna Wilson on being confirmed today by the Common Council to serve on the Fire and Police Commission.
Feb 27th, 2013 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Mayor Barrett’s 2013 State of the City Address
Monday, February 25, 2013, Pritzlaff Building
Feb 25th, 2013 by Tom Barrett
Mayor Tom Barrett issued the following statement regarding the Derek Williams Inquest:
“I want to thank Special Prosecutor John Franke for his professionalism while presenting the case and I want to thank the jury panel for their service.”
Feb 21st, 2013 by Tom Barrett
If residency requirement is lifted, Mayor Barrett needs to look in the mirror to see who’s to blame
Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan
Feb 18th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukee residents have new ways of applying to serve on city boards and commissions
New City of Milwaukee online features enable residents to quickly and easily place their names in nomination for appointments to serve on city boards and commissions.
Feb 14th, 2013 by Press Release
Urban home ownership, maintaining neighborhood vitality to be discussed during City Hall event Friday
A City Hall event on Friday (February 1) entitled “Panel on Urban Home Ownership and Neighborhood Vitality during the Foreclosure Crisis,” will feature Alderman Nik Kovac.
Jan 31st, 2013 by Nik Kovac
Ald. Dudzik: Streetcar utility concerns are nothing new
I am absolutely sure this same information, and even maps of potentially problematic utilities, were available to Alderman Donovan.
Jan 30th, 2013 by Joe Dudzik
Two more reasons to say “NO!” to the downtown streetcar
Alderman Donovan outlines potential huge cost overruns
Jan 30th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit back for a second year
Event showcases resources available to aspiring business owners.
Jan 25th, 2013 by Ald. Milele Coggs
FPC confirmation starts with committee hearing tomorrow
For the first time in city history, on Thursday citizens will be able to indirectly ask questions of and comment on an appointee to the Fire and Police Commission.
Jan 23rd, 2013 by Ald. Terry Witkowski
The City Milwaukee Wins National Praise for the Management of its Pension System
Mayor Barrett Congratulates Fellow City Leaders for the Honor
Jan 16th, 2013 by Tom Barrett
None better than city’s pension system, national report shows
The City of Milwaukee Employes’ Retirement System (CMERS) is rated at the top of city pension systems in the U.S., according to a report just released by the Pew Charitable Trusts.
Jan 16th, 2013 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Same-day voter registration advisory referendum goes to voters on April 2, 2013
Statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs January 15, 2013
Jan 16th, 2013 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Funder’s Network awards Milwaukee-based Midwest BikeShare, Inc. $45,000 grant to bring shared bike program to community
Milwaukee among six grant recipients to bring sustainable initiatives to cities; nearly $500,000 committed to date to BikeShare
Jan 14th, 2013 by Press Release
Enough is enough with co-sleeping deaths
Alderman Donovan calls for charges in recent infant death
Jan 14th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukee One of Six Cities Selected to Receive Free Neighborhood Development Consultations Under Second Year of US EPA Grant to Global Green, USA
Sustainability Experts from Global Green USA to Visit Towns Across the Country in 2013
Dec 27th, 2012 by Press Release
Council members applaud 911 cell phone shift vote by County Board
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors today approved a compromise plan that will allow Milwaukee Police Department dispatchers to begin handling all 911 cell phone calls that originate in the city – a cooperative move that will save taxpayer dollars.
Dec 20th, 2012 by Milwaukee Common Council
Mayor Barrett’s Statement on Today’s Tragic Shooting
Mayor Barrett Released the Following Statement Regarding Today’s Tragic Shooting
Dec 14th, 2012 by Tom Barrett
Mayor Barrett, City Employees and the Famous Racing Sausages to Pack Holiday Care Packages for Troops Overseas
The 6th Annual City of Milwaukee Holiday Care Package Drive benefitting Wisconsin’s 128th Air Control Squadron serving in Southwest Asia.
Dec 13th, 2012 by Tom Barrett
President Hines to stress importance of new smoke alarm ordinance
Common Council President Willie L. Hines, Jr. will join Mayor Tom Barrett and Fire Chief Mark Rohlfing to highlight the importance of the city’s new smoke alarm ordinance on Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 11:00 a.m.
Dec 12th, 2012 by Willie Hines
Northwestern Mutual Announces Commitment to Downtown Milwaukee
Planned office tower means 2,800 downtown jobs
Dec 6th, 2012 by Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual to Announce Major Development in Downtown Milwaukee
Local elected officials, including Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, and business, community and civic leaders will join Northwestern Mutual Chairman and Chief Executive Officer John Schlifske as he announces plans to expand the company’s downtown Milwaukee headquarters with a proposed high-rise tower to replace Northwestern Mutual’s east building.
Dec 5th, 2012 by Northwestern Mutual
Governor’s continued attempts to disenfranchise voters warrant arrest
Statement of Alderman Ashanti Hamilton
Dec 5th, 2012 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
East Library Design Meeting
The Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, December 11th on the new East Library design.
Dec 5th, 2012 by Nik Kovac
Mayor Barrett Released the Following Statement on the Passing of Felmers Chaney
Milwaukee has lost one of its most prominent and influential citizens.
Dec 5th, 2012 by Tom Barrett
In Defense of Same Day Registration
Mayor Barrett, government and community leaders, speak out against Governor Walker’s proposal to eliminate same day registration
Dec 4th, 2012 by Press Release
Mayor & Co. Executive to Announce New Way to Experience Milwaukee
More than 50,000 People Have Chosen a New Way to Experience Milwaukee
Dec 4th, 2012 by Press Release
Mayor Barrett to Kick-Off 6th Annual Holiday Care
6th Annual City of Milwaukee Holiday Care Package Drive benefiting the men and women serving in the 128th Air Control Squadron serving in Southwest Asia.
Dec 3rd, 2012 by Tom Barrett
Celebrate the 99th Annual City/County Christmas Tree Lighting
Mayor Tom Barrett, County Executive Chris Abele, and Ald. Ashanti Hamilton at Red Arrow Park
Nov 19th, 2012 by Tom Barrett
Milwaukee Named as Top 20 Finalist in Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Mayors Challenge
City’s idea selected from more than 300 submissions to compete for $5 million grand prize
Nov 6th, 2012 by Tom Barrett
