By a Resounding Margin, Burgelis Advances to General Election

MILWAUKEE – Tonight, Peter Burgelis advances to the general election for 11th District Alderman. He will face Joshua Zepnick in the spring general election on April 2nd.

“Today, the people of the 11th District cast their votes for proven results,” said Burgelis. “They understand that to move our community forward, we need an advocate who understands our needs and can deliver for us in City Hall.”

“Since this campaign began, I have been talking to residents about how they want Milwaukee to grow and thrive. Listening to my neighbors at their homes and at community meetings, I heard repeatedly that we need a safer, reliable, and pothole-free community for all. That’s exactly what this campaign is about – delivering for the 11th District,” said Burgelis.

“The only way we can achieve these goals is to elect a leader who will listen to residents, approach the issues we face in a confident manner, and work hard to create long-term efficient solutions. That is the type of leader I have been as a County Supervisor and I will continue to be as the next 11th District Alderman.”

“Thank you to everyone who has helped our campaign get to this point. Whether you’ve knocked on doors, made calls, put up a yard sign, or contributed your hard earned dollars, I couldn’t have done this without you and I’m looking forward to your continued help to deliver a win in April. I love this city and together, we will make our community a better place where everyone can thrive,” Burgelis concluded.

The general election will be held on April 2, 2024. The 11th Aldermanic District includes neighborhoods in southwestern Milwaukee. Find a full map here.

Peter attended Marquette University High School and graduated from the University of Louisville (BA Political Science). Prior to joining the mortgage industry, he was executive director for the non-profit Latvian Center Garezers in Michigan and owned a restaurant in Louisville, KY. He is active in the non-profit community and enjoys supporting good causes and local businesses. Peter has two nieces and two nephews- two who attend UW schools; he resides in the south side of Milwaukee with his beagle, Booker.

He is currently a Milwaukee County Board Supervisor representing the 15th District and member of the Finance Committee, Transportations and Transit Committee, Community, Environment, and Economic Development Committee, Personnel Committee, and Appointed to Milwaukee Transport Services Board. He is also: appointed to SEWRPC Advisory Committee on Regional Land Use and Transportation Planning; Rotary Club of Milwaukee Member; Cream City Foundation: Board Member since 2018; Wisconsin Latvian Cultural Foundation: Board Chair since 2018, Past Treasurer 2012 – 2018; Latvian Lutheran Holy Trinity Church of Milwaukee trustee since 2012; Wisconsin Mortgage Banker Association, State Legislative Committee since 2017

More information can be found on the web at peterformke.com and on social media at @peterformke.

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NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. It has not been verified for its accuracy or completeness.