Willie Johnson, Jr., member of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors.
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Nicholson Picks New Board’s Leaders
While new board chair rewarded some allies, some who opposed her retained positions.
May 6th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee County Passes Ordinance to Advance Racial Equity and Improve Health Outcomes
Milwaukee County leaders commit to eliminating institutional racism by addressing County polices, practices and power structures through a racial equity lens
Apr 29th, 2020 by County Executive Chris Abele
Nicholson Elected County Board Chairwoman
Marcelia Nicholson beats Willie Johnson, Jr. out for leadership of the county board.
Apr 24th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
New Board Sworn In at a Parking Lot
Nicholson and Johnson, Jr. vying for leadership position of County Board Chairperson.
Apr 20th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Ballots Won’t Have Duplicate Gerrymandering Questions
City rescinds its referendum question after Milwaukee County passed a similar measure.
Feb 27th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee County Supervisors Introduce Ordinance to Advance Racial Equity and Improve Health Outcomes
Leadership commits to eliminating institutional racism by changing County policies, practices and power structures
Feb 26th, 2020 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisors Push Ex-Offender Voting Rights
Resolution calls for restoring the voting rights of people on parole or probation.
Sep 17th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Nicholson Calls for Repeal of Federal Crime Bill, More Investment in Public Education
"There is a growing consensus that past efforts supposedly aimed at reducing violent crime in this country were really about the continued repression and subjugation of black and brown bodies."
Sep 13th, 2019 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Taylor Pushes to Expand Voting Rights
Taylor's resolution also expresses support for efforts to reduce felony disenfranchisement, and for the reform of practices that disproportionately impact communities of color in Wisconsin.
Sep 12th, 2019 by State Rep. Sequanna Taylor
The County’s Queen of Hemp
Why Supervisor Sylvia Ortiz-Velez is pushing so hard for county to grow hemp.
Jul 1st, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
County Board Votes Unanimously to Condemn We Energies’ Mercury Variance
“We Energies should be moving towards 100% renewables. This is 2019, not 1919.”
Apr 26th, 2019 by Sierra Club
City-wide School Board Candidate Bob Peterson announces endorsement from 23 elected officials
The full list of elected officials to have endorsed Bob Peterson for MPS school board represents a broad span of Milwaukee’s neighborhoods.
Jan 9th, 2019 by Bob Peterson
Last Minute Amendment Saves Job Line
County board will pay to extend bus line to jobs in Waukesha, Washington counties.
Oct 31st, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Labor Battle Looms at Airport
Service and hospitality workers for SSP America demand union vote, may call for picketing or a strike.
Jul 30th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
The Collective PAC Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor of Wisconsin
Today’s endorsement joins Mahlon Mitchell’s growing list of support.
Jul 27th, 2018 by Mahlon Mitchell
Riverwest Octagon House Cuts Corners
Who built it, when and where? Many mysteries surrounding rare home built in 1850s.
May 2nd, 2018 by Michael Horne
Chairman Lipscomb Announces Committee Assignments
Standing committees typically meet every month, prior to the County Board meeting.
Apr 24th, 2018 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Nessun Dorma The 13th Owner of Bar
Bar's history goes back to 1909. Was first to serve Lakefront Brewery beer, in 1987.
Nov 29th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Judge Rebecca Dallet clear choice of Milwaukee County leaders
“I am honored and humbled to have earned the support of these officials, who work every day to make our communities stronger.”
Oct 17th, 2017 by Rebecca Dallet
Circle A Is Classic Riverwest Tavern
Built next to RR track, building a tavern for 120 years, now intimate music venue.
Oct 11th, 2017 by Michael Horne
County Board Adopts Measure to Limit the Shackling of Pregnant Women
"The practice of restraining pregnant women is demeaning and unnecessary and best efforts must be made to avoid this practice at all costs."
Sep 28th, 2017 by State Rep. Sequanna Taylor
Historic Sanger House and Gardens
Labor of love brought this 1872 mansion back to life. Tour the property and its beautiful gardens during Doors Open.
Sep 22nd, 2017 by Michael Horne
Supervisor Taylor Measure Would Limit the Shackling of Pregnant Women
A measure opposing the practice of shackling pregnant and postpartum women within Milwaukee County correctional facilities will come before the Judiciary, Safety, and General Services committee
Sep 13th, 2017 by State Rep. Sequanna Taylor
Quarters Is Very Old School
It's the old Riverwest, not the new, for cheap beer and hard rock.
Sep 12th, 2017 by Michael Horne
The Foundation Goes Back to 1893
Structure has carried neighborhood taps and now Milwaukee's go-to Tiki bar, Foundation.
Aug 4th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Jabari Parker’s New Bachelor Pad
Bucks star still owns $570,000 Grafton home; now has a cool Brewers Hill warehouse.
Jul 7th, 2017 by Michael Horne
High Dive’s Equitable Atmosphere
For decades a mom-and-pop tavern; now a hip hangout.
Jun 16th, 2017 by Michael Horne
A Tiny Odd Beauty in Riverwest
Mediterranean Revival home was long an office for landscape firm.
Apr 3rd, 2017 by Michael Horne
Will County Give Pension to State?
Board approves work group to study state takeover of pension system.
Mar 23rd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Sheriff Clarke Rejects Invitation to Meet with Judiciary Committee
Members of the Committee released a joint statement regarding Clarke's absence.
Dec 15th, 2016 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Once Again Clarke No-shows on the Citizens of Milwaukee County
"This is another instance of David A. Clark, Jr. abandoning his responsibility to those who elected him and he needs to resign now."
Dec 15th, 2016 by State Rep. Supreme Moore Omokunde
Tiny Squirrel Cage Hard to Find
Peculiar old Riverwest tavern has 500 square feet, no tap beers, squirrelly atmosphere.
Nov 25th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Supervisor Johnson: Abele’s Estabrook Scheme Offensive
"His anti-democratic scheme exploits the special powers granted to him by the Republican legislature in Madison."
Oct 25th, 2016 by Sup. Willie Johnson
The Whitnall House
One of handful of Pre-Civil War homes in City, was birthplace of the "Father of Milwaukee Parks System."
Sep 21st, 2016 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee County Supervisors Avoid Opportunity to Remove Estabrook Dam
Finance and Audit Committee ignores Parks Department’s expert opinion to remove blighted structure
Sep 15th, 2016 by Milwaukee Riverkeeper
County Panel Refuses Move Toward Transparency
Committee Will Not Provide Public Notice of Budgetary Changes
Sep 15th, 2016 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
The Riverwest 24 Countdown House
109-year old Pierce St. duplex is unremarkable, save for its RW24 spirit.
Jul 28th, 2016 by Michael Horne
TWO Is For Couples, Get It?
Yep, the former Riverwest tailor shop is a tavern with intimate booths for TWOsomes.
Jul 14th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Riverwest Tavern Is Very Dog-Friendly
There's been a neighborhood bar here for 100 years. The dogs are more recent.
Jun 1st, 2016 by Michael Horne
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.
County Pension Scandal Poster Boys
Six veterans seeking re-election voted for infamous pension plan that ripped off taxpayers.
Mar 3rd, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
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.
Ald. Kovac’s “Adult” Home Is Very Modest
The 1893 Riverwest home has just 1.5 stories and one bathroom with 10% ventilation.
Jan 22nd, 2016 by Michael Horne
County Will Allow Politics in Parks
“Bizarre” ban on political activity had restricted free speech for more than a decade.
Jan 19th, 2016 by Virginia Small
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.
Dec 23rd, 2015 by Johnny Thomas
Historic Brewers Hill Association Presents The Gateway Signage Project Official Unveiling
On Thursday, Dec. 10, the brief outdoor Unveiling Ceremony will begin at 4:00 p.m. on East Pleasant, between North Palmer and Commerce Streets.
Dec 4th, 2015 by Historic Brewers Hill Association
Supervisors Johnson, Schmitt Commend County Board on Budget Balance
2016 Budget Provides More for Public Safety, Enhancements for Parks and Transit
Nov 9th, 2015 by Sup. Willie Johnson
County Panel Refuses to Label Community ID Cards
“The authors of the legislation funding the Community ID program with taxpayer dollars have said publicly that the ID cards will not be used for voting.”
Nov 4th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
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.
Taxpayers Lose Nearly $10,000 to County Supervisor’s Legal Bills
Today a Milwaukee County Supervisor had a solid victory over the taxpayers.
Oct 22nd, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
County Board Knew About the Looming Transit Shortfall
In fact, the entire County Board knew about the reports.
Sep 29th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
County Board Pushes Seniors on the Bus; Kicks Financial Warnings to the Curb
"While we want to see our transit system improved, I worry that the GO Pass, which was largely opposed by Milwaukee’s senior community, will eventually cause fares to increase at the expense of all other riders."
Mar 26th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Community Works to Reclaim Park
Harambee neighborhood organizers looking for ideas to improve park at Burleigh and MLK Dr.
Mar 9th, 2015 by Wyatt Massey
The County Board’s Anti-Environmental Boondoggle
Its Estabrook Dam decision will cost taxpayers millions and harm environment.
Feb 17th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Will County Pass Another Pension Giveaway?
Board members favor a “grandfather clause” protecting retirees with illegal payments that could cost taxpayers $10 million.
Feb 3rd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Supervisors Broderick, Johnson Jr. and Jursik Announce Opposition to O’Donnell Park Sale to Northwestern Mutual
Three Committee Chairs Say Park Land Should Not Be For Sale to Private Company
Dec 10th, 2014 by Gerry Broderick
Finance, Personnel and Audit Committee Welcomes Public Input as it Begins Budget Review
Announces Public Hearing on October 20 at Milwaukee School of Languages
Oct 3rd, 2014 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Supervisor Willie Johnson, Jr. Honored to Serve as WCA President
Johnson Will Be the First African American to Serve as President of State Counties Association
Sep 16th, 2014 by Sup. Willie Johnson
Milwaukee County Board Votes to Place Minimum Wage Referendum on November Ballot
County Leaders, Low Wage Workers, Advocates and Allies Hail Step Forward to Raise Wages for Working People In Wisconsin
Jun 26th, 2014 by Press Release
Finally, a New Park East Plan
Ten years later, the city and county are finally on the same page. Is development in the area ready to "explode"?
Jun 10th, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
The Other Mandela
The fundraiser for Rep. Mandela Barnes, just two days before his namesake Nelson Mandela died, had a big turnout.
Dec 8th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Committee Tailors Rules to Target Sheriff
Ethics rule aimed at Sheriff Clarke is based on hypocritical reasoning
Jun 13th, 2013 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Milwaukee County Board Honors Local Social Justice Advocate in Observance of Black History Month
Board Set to Present Lauri Wynn with Citation
Feb 6th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
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
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
Still Defending the Infamous Pension Plan
County Exec Abele wants to cut back the lucrative backdrop provision. Why are supervisors delaying this?
Dec 19th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
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
The Moody Blues
With the closing of Moody Pool, the city's North Side now has half the number of public pools as the South Side.
Dec 4th, 2012 by Edgar Mendez
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
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
Nov 6th, 2012 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
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 Committee Passes Fair Budget With Balance on Vote of 8-1
Public safety, economic development and Parks enhancement highlight budget that heads to public hearing at the Marcus Center on Oct. 29
Oct 25th, 2012 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
County Board Refuses To Put Price Tag on Public Safety
Committee votes to invest in protection of Milwaukee County residents
Oct 24th, 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
Raclaw to Challenge Veteran in 14th Supervisory District
Supervisor Nyklewicz will face a rare challenge for his seat when Milwaukee Police detective Sebastian C. J. Raclaw announces his candidacy for the Milwaukee County Supervisor for the 14th District
Jul 13th, 2007 by Michael Horne
Is Ament’s Pension Deal Biased Against Blacks?
In the wake of the pension controversy, County Executive F. Thomas Ament has attempted to woo the black community in hopes that strong support there might keep him in office.
Jan 31st, 2002 by Bruce Murphy
