Politics
Milwaukee County Board Adopts 2014 Milwaukee County Budget
No Increase in the Tax Levy; Invests in Public Safety and Mental Health Services
Nov 12th, 2013 by Ald. Marina DimitrijevicCitizen Action Applauds Senator Baldwin’s Call to Delay Cuts to BadgerCare
Citizen Action of Wisconsin applauds Senator Baldwin’s common sense proposals to assure that Wisconsin families who need health coverage do not fall between the cracks.
Nov 12th, 2013 by Citizen Action of WisconsinMilwaukee County Supervisors Khalif Rainey, Russell Stamper II Demand Explanations on Abstention Votes
They Will Introduce a Resolution Requiring Explanations for Abstentions
Nov 11th, 2013 by Ald. Khalif RaineySupervisor Khalif Rainey Gets Unanimous County Board Support of Parks Wi-Fi Resolution
The Plan Will Explore Creation of Wi-Fi Hot Spots in County Parks
Nov 7th, 2013 by Ald. Khalif RaineySara Geenen Announces Candidacy for Wisconsin’s 19th State Assembly District
Today, Sara Geenen announced her candidacy for Wisconsin’s 19th Assembly District Seat.
Nov 6th, 2013 by Press ReleaseTaylor statement on passage of AB 139 and the gutting of patient-centered informed consent law
Today, the State Assembly passed Assembly Bill 139, which changes a patient centered informed consent law, in which patients must be told medical information about treatment options to a physician-centered standard based on a physician’s subjective beliefs.
Nov 5th, 2013 by Chris TaylorMilwaukee County Board to Hold Budget Hearing Today at 4 P.M.
Milwaukee County War Memorial to Host Annual Event
Nov 4th, 2013 by Milwaukee County Board of SupervisorsSupervisor Alexander Voices her Support for Lindsay Park
Launches Web Site “SupportOurPark.com”
Nov 4th, 2013 by Sup. Deanna AlexanderNew Report Confirms Citizen Action Research on Wisconsin-Minnesota Health Insurance Rate Disparity
St. Paul Pioneer Press and Kaiser Family Foundation Research Confirm Citizen Action’s Report
Nov 4th, 2013 by Citizen Action of WisconsinSupervisor Rainey Amendment to Help McGovern Park Wins Approval
The Milwaukee County Board Committee on Finance, Personnel and Audit voted to approve a budget amendment to refurbish the basketball courts at McGovern Park.
Nov 4th, 2013 by Ald. Khalif RaineyPriorities and services maintained in Council-approved 2014 budget
The 2014 amended city budget approved today by the Milwaukee Common Council addresses key priorities and maintains quality city services at current levels.
Nov 1st, 2013 by Willie HinesMayor 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 Mayor Tom Barrett