Supervisor Taylor’s Redistricting Reform Proposal Passes Committee, 5-1

A resolution sponsored by Supervisor Steve F. Taylor that will alter the way that Milwaukee County draws its supervisory districts passed the Judiciary, Safety and General Services Committee on Thursday by a vote of 5-1. Taylor’s proposal will depoliticize the redistricting process, transferring that power from the hands of lawmakers to an Independent Redistricting Committee. The committee would be comprised of six retired judges, appointed and confirmed by the County Board. A panel of community stakeholders from local universities and public interest and policy groups would provide feedback about the appointees prior to their confirmation.

“This is a common-sense measure that will help to restore faith and transparency in Milwaukee County’s redistricting procedure,” said Taylor. “Simply put, this ordinance is a mechanism for good government. I will encourage my colleagues to adopt it when it comes time to vote.”

Milwaukee County’s next required redistricting process will occur in 2020, following the federal decennial census. The full County Board will consider the resolution on March 17.

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.

Recent Press Releases by Steve F. Taylor

Former County Supervisor Steve F. Taylor Decides Against Entering Race for Milwaukee County Executive

Dec 5th, 2019 by Steve F. Taylor

Taylor Will Head Up the Newly Formed ROC Foundation

Supervisor Taylor Congratulates Speaker Ryan for his Leadership

Apr 12th, 2018 by Steve F. Taylor

Shares Ryan's Concerns about Divisions Wrought by Identity Politics

County Board Approves Land Swap Between Milwaukee County and Private Developer

Mar 22nd, 2018 by Steve F. Taylor

"The land swap between Milwaukee County and Capstone Quadrangle is a win-win for everybody involved."