Milwaukee County Invites Community Input on Newly Released Draft Recommendations for Future State Project

MILWAUKEE – Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley announced the release of draft recommendations aimed at strengthening the County’s services, policies, practices, and organizational structure. These draft recommendations represent the next step toward advancing Milwaukee County’s shared vision of becoming the healthiest county in Wisconsin.

The draft recommendations are preliminary and will be further refined through robust community engagement over the coming months. This work is part of the Future State Project, a comprehensive effort to reimagine how Milwaukee County serves everyone who lives, works, and plays in our community. The draft recommendations cover several areas, including community engagement, County operations, housing, legal services, parks, public health, social services, transit, and the zoo.

The draft recommendations were developed by consultants BerryDunn and Kairo Communications. They were informed by the Current State Assessment and Gap Analysis report, which gives an overview of County programs and services while identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement. The draft recommendations are also shaped by research on racial equity programming and services as well as overall health and quality of life in other communities across the country.

“As we consider the Future State Project’s draft recommendations, Milwaukee County recognizes that our path forward must reflect the perspectives and lived experience of people across our vibrant and diverse community,” said County Executive Crowley. “I encourage residents to get involved and share their thoughts and reflections on these draft recommendations. Everyone has a unique point of view to contribute, as we chart a course together towards a healthier future for Milwaukee County.”

Residents are invited to get involved and provide feedback on the draft recommendations in four ways.

• Review the draft recommendations. Visit the Future State website to read the draft recommendations and learn more about the Future State project: county.milwaukee.gov/FutureStateProject.
• Complete a survey. Residents can share input on the draft recommendations through an online survey. The survey is available HERE and will be available until Friday, April 3, 2026.
• Register to attend one of six community listening sessions. During the listening sessions, the Future State Project team will briefly present on the draft recommendations. Most of the session will focus on hearing attendees’ reflections on the draft recommendations. Below are the details for the upcoming Future State community listening sessions. Registration is strongly encouraged to ensure all attendees can be comfortably accommodated. Listening session registration is available HERE.

• • Tuesday, March 3, 2026, from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Franklin Public Library, Fadrow Room, 9151 W. Loomis Road, Franklin
  • Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Kosciuszko Community Center, Community Room, 2201 S. 7th Street, Milwaukee (Traducción al español disponible)
  • Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Brown Deer Public Library, Community Room, 4301 W. Brown Deer Road, Brown Deer
  • Monday, March 9, 2026, from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Washington Park Senior Center, 4420 W. Vliet Street, Milwaukee
  • Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Hosted by 5Points Neighborhood Association at Grace Fellowship Church of Milwaukee, 3879 N. Port Washington Road, Milwaukee
  • Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM: ThriveOn King, Neighborhood Hall, 2153 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Milwaukee
• Spread the word! Everyone has a role in shaping the future of Milwaukee County. Residents are encouraged to invite others to participate.

Milwaukee County believes that achieving equity in all measurable areas is essential to becoming the healthiest county in Wisconsin. This community engagement effort is a crucial step in understanding the needs and perspectives of County residents to ensure that our policies and programs are effective and inclusive. Questions can be directed to the Future State Project team at SHFutureStateProject@milwaukeecountywi.gov.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.