Residents send clear message: County needs to share plan to reopen McGovern Senior Center

Since Milwaukee County made the decision to close the McGovern Senior Center indefinitely, I have continued to hear from residents in the area about their frustration regarding the closure, displeasure with communication, and concern that the facility will not reopen.

I understand the frustration that neighbors are feeling regarding this loss, and I want them to know that, although this is a County-controlled site, I will ensure that all options are exhausted to reopen the McGovern Senior Center, including those previously explored and set aside.

Residents should also be aware that senior programming and aging services offered at McGovern Senior Center are also available at these locations:

• Clinton Rose Senior Center — 3045 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr., Milwaukee.
• Washington Park Senior Center — 4420 W. Vliet St., Milwaukee.
• Kelly Senior Center — 6100 S. Lake Dr., Cudahy.
• Wilson Senior Center — 2601 W. Howard Ave., Milwaukee.

I would also encourage neighbors to make sure they continue to voice their concerns and displeasure with County leaders. A County budget listen and learn session will be held TODAY – Tuesday, October 21 at 11 a.m. at the Clinton Rose Senior Center, and an additional budget town hall is set for Tuesday, October 28 at 5 p.m. at the Mitchell Park Pavilion, 2200 W. Pierce St.

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.