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2026 Common Council Press Releases

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TID amendment set to bring playground to West Basin in 1st District

Jun. 18

Annual parade, street festival to help commemorate Juneteenth Day

Jun. 18

Alderman Bauman: Scooter restrictions on the table after horrific sidewalk collision

Jun. 18

Review Board to Hold Hearing to Discuss Public Power

Jun. 18

Juneteenth flag to be raised above City Hall complex on Thursday, June 18

Jun. 16

Second open house info session at Midtown Center development site happening Thursday

Jun. 16

Alderwoman Taylor to host 9th District ‘Taylor Talkbacks’ on 3rd Thursdays

Jun. 12

Bronzeville Cultural & Arts Festival accepting entertainer applications

Jun. 11

Youth Council seeks funding proposals for Milwaukee youth programming

Jun. 10

Ald. Zamarripa to host key road construction update news conference for near south side

Jun. 10

Milwaukee’s youth invited to city-sponsored MKELove Summer Kickback event

Jun. 9

President Perez - Statement on the termination of Marty Brooks

Jun. 8

Steering & Rules Committee to hear President Pérez’s files to address issues surrounding problem landlords

Jun. 8

Council Committee to discuss impacts of Louisiana vs. Callais, et al.

Jun. 5

Movie Night: Join neighbors for music, a movie, food, fun, and community!

Jun. 5

Compost Workshop and Plant Sale Return to the Garden District Saturday

Jun. 4

Alderman Stamper to participate in prescription transfer event at Hayat Pharmacy

Jun. 3

Public invited to attend open house info sessions at Midtown Center development site

Jun. 2

Heal the Hood Block Party & Resource Fair Returns Tomorrow

May. 29

W. Hampton Ave. closed in aftermath of 5-alarm fire at vacant building

May. 21

Cream of the Cream City Awards to shine a spotlight on Historic Preservation efforts

May. 21

Media availability to focus on road work mess on city’s near south side

May. 20

Alderman Chambers: Clearing Confusion at the Midtown Center

May. 14

REMINDER: Alderman Stamper to host final Community Property Assessment Information and Appeal Assistance session

May. 14

Statement on the passing of Dr. William Finlayson

May. 12

Council adopts resolution in opposition to latest round of proposed We Energies rate hikes

May. 12

REMINDER: Alderman Stamper to host Community Property Assessment Information and Appeal Assistance sessions

May. 12

Leaf Collection Policy Update

May. 12

Alderman Stamper to host Community Property Assessment Information and Appeal Assistance sessions

May. 8

Alders Burgelis, Stamper to announce details of free yard waste bag distribution effort

May. 6

Wishing our sister city, Kragujevac, a Srecna Slava

May. 6

Annual Spring Perennial Exchange to take place on Saturday

May. 6

Technical error causes Project Clean and Green confusion

May. 5

Ald. Taylor: Proposed development in the 9th District has received 100% opposition

May. 4

Alderman Chambers: SCOTUS decision turns the clock back on voting rights

Apr. 30

Ald. Spiker - Bag the New Leaf Pickup Policy

Apr. 30

Ald. Westmoreland: DPW announced leaf collection change – that doesn’t mean it’s happening

Apr. 30

Family Community Resource Fair set for Saturday, May 2

Apr. 30

City Hall to host Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month event

Apr. 30

Public comment tool opened for communication file on ongoing flooding concerns

Apr. 27

President Pérez introduces files to address issues surrounding problem landlords

Apr. 24

Ald. Westmoreland: Project Clean and Green comes to the 5th District beginning May 4th

Apr. 24

Call for vendors goes out for 2026 Bronzeville Cultural & Arts Festival

Apr. 23

National Drug Take Back Day taking place on April 25

Apr. 23

Ald. Taylor to host community meeting with focus on reckless driving

Apr. 22

Council adopts comprehensive package to address food insecurity citywide

Apr. 21

New file seeks greatly expanded pothole filling by DPW

Apr. 21

Common Council adopts, Mayor signs legislation making Milwaukee a Sensory Inclusive City

Apr. 21

Big Clean MKE returns for citywide beautification

Apr. 21

Alderman Burgelis statement on the passing of Dan Bice

Apr. 21

Alderman Bauman: Leaf backup apparent in clogged catch basins

Apr. 20

Second Annual Apprenticeship Day a Resounding Success

Apr. 17

Alderman Bauman: DPW leaf collection failure exacerbates recent flooding

Apr. 17

Alderwoman Pratt introduces communication file to discuss ongoing flooding concerns

Apr. 16

Ald. Pratt to host series of neighborhood walks this spring, summer

Apr. 14

Alderman Bauman: WisDOT must step in to ensure proper security at Intermodal Station

Apr. 13

As weather warms, residents are encouraged to report potholes

Apr. 13

Council legislation creates options to help retain fresh food, grocery and pharmacy access

Apr. 10

Council President José G. Pérez: Governor Evers signs bill to remove barriers for DACA recipients

Apr. 9

Statement from Council President José G. Pérez: Michelin Guide offers Milwaukee another opportunity to shine

Apr. 8

Spring Election includes a return to polling at Lyons Park for some District 11 voters

Apr. 6

Steering and Rules Committee approves legislation making Milwaukee a Sensory Inclusive City

Apr. 6

Alderwoman Taylor: Statement on tragic domestic violence homicide

Apr. 2

Joint statement from Alds. Zamarripa and Brower on the ICE detention of Salah Sarsour

Apr. 2

Joint statement on the arrest and detainment of Salah Sarsour

Apr. 2

Ald. Chambers: A measure of last resort for juveniles’ misbehavior: Accountability enforcement exists in City Code of Ordinances

Apr. 1

Apprenticeship program enrollment remains on the rise

Mar. 31

Joint statement on International Transgender Day of Visibility

Mar. 31

Alderwoman Moore: It’s Time to Keep Youth Safe and Engaged This Summer

Mar. 30

Vel R. Phillips Trailblazer Award, Akuwa Dantzler Scholarship awarded at Girls’ Day

Mar. 27

Alderman Stamper: Our communities are not the problem -- they are the priority

Mar. 26

16th Annual Girls’ Day @ City Hall set for Thursday, March 26

Mar. 25

Council approves creation of Stella’s Playground, city’s first universally accessible play space

Mar. 25

Ald. Westmoreland: Construction failure in planning, coordination, communication, and execution is unacceptable

Mar. 25

Ald. Moore to tout All In, All Youth, All Summer resource and employment fair at City Hall press conference

Mar. 24

Community Invited to Neighborhood Meeting for New 9th District Housing Development

Mar. 24

It's official: Bronzeville Week celebration set for August 1 – 8, 2026

Mar. 24

Ald. Moore to host inaugural All In, All Youth, All Summer resource and employment fair

Mar. 23

First-Ever Public Safety Residency Incentive Sets New Standard for Milwaukee Labor Contracts

Mar. 20

Ald. Zamarripa: Statement on reports of alleged sexual misconduct by the late Cesar Chavez

Mar. 18

Give Our Public School Workers Their COLA Raise on July 1st

Mar. 17

DACA recipients, Wisconsin economy to receive boost via bipartisan legislation

Mar. 17

Alderman Brower: Statement on committee approval of law enforcement ICE identification ordinance

Mar. 12

Registration Deadline Extended for Girls’ Day @ City Hall

Mar. 12

TOMORROW: City Career Fair at Villard Square Library

Mar. 11

Ald. Westmoreland: Some reckless drivers are getting a reality check - at the impound lot

Mar. 10

Community celebration of life for Akuwa C. Dantzler set for Wisconsin Black Historical Society and Museum

Mar. 6

Joint Statement on passage of ICE Out legislation

Mar. 5

Council adopts legislation in opposition to We Energies’ 75/25 plan

Mar. 3

10th District Washington Heights Resident Named Finalist for 2026 Good Food Awards

Mar. 2

Milwaukee Police Department Adopts SOP Modification Prohibiting Facial Coverings - A Victory for Increased Transparency Under Council’s ICE Out Framework

Mar. 2

Registration will open for 16th annual Girls’ Day @ City Hall on Monday

Feb. 27

Ald. Peter Burgelis statement:– ‘Milwaukee Metro Fire’ Name Misleads the Public

Feb. 26

Alderwoman Taylor sets meeting to discuss proposed large housing development

Feb. 25

Reminder re Bilingual South Side Community ICE Awareness Meeting

Feb. 25

Committee to Review Ordinance on Lifesaving Sprinkler Permit Fee Waivers Tomorrow

Feb. 23

Being aware and prepared is the best course of action

Feb. 20

Ald. Jackson, FAST Fund at MATC to Distribute Groceries

Feb. 19

Joint statement from the full Common Council on the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson

Feb. 18

Ald. Westmoreland: Statement on the passing of the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson

Feb. 17

Alderman Chambers: Statement on the February 11 incident at City Hall

Feb. 17

Ald. Dimitrijevic issues objection to Wisconsin Electric Power Company proposal

Feb. 17

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs: Statement on the passing of Akuwa Dantzler

Feb. 17

Statement from Ald. Zamarripa on Feb 11 Incident

Feb. 17

Nominations now being accepted for 2026 Vel R. Phillips Trailblazer Award

Feb. 13

Involvement team schedules business and resident meeting on the Lisbon Avenue Reconstruction Project

Feb. 13

Ald. Dimitrijevic to host community meeting for residents to get involved, be prepared

Feb. 12

Alderman Burgelis, Supervisor Capriolo, and Alderperson Zamarripa Announce Bilingual South Side Community ICE Awareness Meeting

Feb. 11

Council Members to Unveil ICE Out Milwaukee Legislative Package

Feb. 10

Statement from Ald. Peter Burgelis on New Fiscal Transparency Measures and MPS Budget Accountability

Feb. 10

Common Council to Recognize Reuben Harpole, Peter Feigin during Tomorrow's Meeting

Feb. 9

Council Members to Host Black History Month Celebration Tomorrow

Feb. 9

The correct call: MPD decides against facial recognition technology

Feb. 6

Ald. Brower statement - Standing up to ICE: Resources & Summary from February 2 Town Hall

Feb. 6

Accepting Nominations for the Cream of the Cream City Awards in May 2026

Feb. 4

Council legislation would direct city departments to help attract and retain grocery stores

Feb. 3

Train on Trades Career Expo to connect students with careers in the trades this week

Feb. 2

Alderwoman Taylor: Apartment building fire leaves firefighter and tenants injured

Feb. 1

Communication file seeks discussion of city response in face of possible federal surge

Jan. 30

MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit to feature workshops, vendors, keynote address, and more

Jan. 30

Joint statement from Alds. Zamarripa and Moore: 27th Street Viaduct to close for lengthy stretch starting Monday, February 2

Jan. 29

Statement from Alderman Scott Spiker: Enough is Enough

Jan. 28

Statement from Alderman Bauman: The very definition of highway planning insanity

Jan. 27

Ald. Burgelis to host a pair of in-district office hours for residents

Jan. 26

Out in the cold: Landlord called out for building evacuation due to no heat, water

Jan. 26

Alderwoman Taylor: Mail not being delivered to some northwest side residences

Jan. 25

Upcoming MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit to feature workshops, vendors, panel discussions, and much more

Jan. 23

Common Council Acts to Protect Taxpayers Following Historic Property Tax Increases Driven by MPS Referendum

Jan. 22

Joint Statement: “Know Your Rights and Resources” webpage launched

Jan. 22

Community Invited to Granville Redevelopment Public Meeting Tomorrow

Jan. 20

6th District Town Hall Meeting set for Jan. 21

Jan. 16

Once again, suburbs punt on addressing the social challenges of the region

Jan. 15

Joint Statement: Swipe With Caution: Criminals Target Milwaukee Residents Through Dating Apps

Jan. 14

Bilingual statement from Ald. Zamarripa: Help catch hit-and-run driver who severely injured 30-year-old woman

Jan. 10

Statement from Alderwoman Pratt: ALDI store at Sherman and Custer set to close on Sunday

Jan. 9

City Issues RFP for key Harambee neighborhood property

Jan. 8

It’s Merry Mulch time again in the Garden District!

Jan. 8

New south side community group set to launch on Saturday, Jan. 10

Jan. 8

Milwaukee Common Council Members Condemn ICE-Related Shooting in Minneapolis

Jan. 7

Alderwoman Taylor: On the passing of dedicated public servant Don Richards

Jan. 7

Alderman Bauman: Statement on the status of Peter Feigin

Jan. 5

South Side District 11 Records Significant Reported Crime Reductions in 2025, Outpacing Citywide Trends

Jan. 2

2025 Common Council Press Releases

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Milwaukee Christmas Morning Fire Spotlights Critical Fire Safety Transparency Issue

Dec. 25

Northcott Neighborhood House to host a pair of holiday gatherings

Dec. 23

Public Asked to Submit Nominees for City’s 2026 Black History Month Campaign

Dec. 23

Join neighbors for the Atkinson Branch Community Gathering

Dec. 23

Ald. Westmoreland: Report leaf piles to help make sure they will be cleaned up

Dec. 18

Community Meeting to Discuss Proposed 9th District Development set

Dec. 18

Local Students to Participate in Common Council Meeting on December 16

Dec. 15

Alderman Burgelis: When Democracy Delivers an Answer You Don’t Like, You Don’t Get to Redefine Democracy

Dec. 13

Alderman Brower: Difficult times for small local businesses

Dec. 10

Lisbon Avenue reconstruction project on positive trajectory

Dec. 8

Ald. Zamarripa: Statement on the closure of the 16th Street Viaduct

Dec. 6

Residents encouraged to attend Dec. 8 5th District Town Hall Meeting

Dec. 5

Community Invited to Attend Tippecanoe Anniversary Celebration Saturday

Dec. 3

Garden District to Celebrate Completion of Inclusive Garden Project Today

Dec. 3

Giving Tuesday the perfect opportunity to support your favorite City initiatives

Dec. 2

DPW’s Swift Storm Response Marks a Sharp Turnaround from Last Winter’s Delays

Dec. 1

Council Steps Up to Support City Workers by Overriding Mayoral Veto

Nov. 26

Community invited to 7th annual Community Thanksgiving Day Feast

Nov. 26

Garden District holiday festivities kick off with tree lighting on Tuesday, December 2

Nov. 26

Residents encouraged to attend 6th annual ‘Tis the Season’ Thanksgiving Dinner at Northcott NH

Nov. 25

Council Adopts New Fire-Safety Disclosure Ordinance to Protect Renters

Nov. 25

Milwaukee Chooses Safety: Council Overrides Veto on Fire Equipment Funding

Nov. 25

Community invited to Thanksgiving food drive tomorrow

Nov. 24

Residents encouraged to attend FREE Thanksgiving Community Meal event

Nov. 24

Ald. Stamper encourages attendance at the 2025 Holiday Folk Fair International

Nov. 21

Council File Garners Wisconsin Policy Forum Innovation Award for Access to Refuse Collection Information

Nov. 20

Grand opening of state’s largest private inclusive housing project set for Nov. 20

Nov. 18

Happening Friday: Missionary Currie’s Annual Turkey and Diaper Distribution

Nov. 17

Joint statement - We continue supporting the effort to unionize workers at Discovery World

Nov. 14

NEW: Sign up for Election Commission E-Notify updates

Nov. 14

Reckless Driving Vehicle Impoundment Ordinance: What You Need to Know

Nov. 14

Reminder: Latvian Independence Day Celebration comes to City Hall on Sunday

Nov. 14

Community rally ‘ICE OUT OF MILWAUKEE’ set for Saturday

Nov. 13

Committee Advances Tenant Fire Safety Disclosure Ordinance Sponsored by Alderman Burgelis

Nov. 13

Alderman Chambers: Marquis Champion homicide suspect apprehended in Oklahoma

Nov. 12

Generous 5th District donations will provide food for those in need this Thanksgiving

Nov. 12

Public Safety and Health Committee to Consider Tenant Life-Safety Disclosure Ordinance Tomorrow

Nov. 12

Council Members, Save A Lot to host press conference highlighting support for families

Nov. 12

Joint Riverwest town hall to take place on Thursday

Nov. 11

Latvian Heritage Exhibit, Independence Day Celebration Take Center Stage at City Hall this Week

Nov. 10

Common Council adopts amended 2026 City budget

Nov. 7

Ald. Coggs sponsors budget amendments aimed at creating a more equitable, innovative Milwaukee

Nov. 7

Ald. Burgelis in support of public safety

Nov. 7

Common Council Thanks Governor Evers for Decisive Action to Secure FoodShare Benefits

Nov. 7

Community to coalesce in support of a resident in need tomorrow

Nov. 7

November 8: Thanksgiving Community Resource Dinner

Nov. 7

Ald. Mark Chambers, Jr.: Crime Stoppers offering $25K reward to apprehend homicide suspect

Nov. 5

Ald. Westmoreland: Vehicle impoundment law is officially LIVE. Don't mess with us

Nov. 5

Alderman Bauman statement on historic designations of Milwaukee Arena and Miller High Life Theater

Nov. 3

Committee Amends 2026 City Budget, Prioritizes Neighborhood Investment Citywide

Nov. 3

Finance & Personnel Committee Approves Amendment to Strengthen Fire Department Fleet and Study Innovative Response Models

Oct. 31

UPDATED: Food pantries are in place for those facing food shortages and uncertainties

Oct. 31

Food pantries are in place for those facing food shortages

Oct. 31

Ald. Westmoreland: Two-year fight to strengthen the fight against reckless driving is almost across the finish line as Governor Evers signs bill

Oct. 31

Alderman Burgelis statement on MPA contract agreement

Oct. 30

Ald. Taylor to host event Monday to kick off Veterans Mental Health and Suicide Awareness Month

Oct. 30

Truth in Advertising: Parking Tickets to be Renamed “Streetcar Stubs”

Oct. 30

A Call to Action: Safeguarding Our Children's Futures from Hunger's Devastating Grasp

Oct. 29

Seeking greatest return on investment, budget amendment drives funding into neighborhoods

Oct. 29

City to Parking Ticket Scofflaws: This Is Your Final Warning

Oct. 29

Article hits home on being prepared for ICE arrest, detainment

Oct. 28

Ald. Spiker issues letter urging Secretary Duffy to release Milwaukee from streetcar grant obligations

Oct. 28

Joint statement: Move in Madison welcome on fire suppression systems that can save lives

Oct. 28

Alderman Chambers: Public's help needed to apprehend homicide suspect

Oct. 27

UPDATED Joint Statement - FEMA denial on flood damage assistance for public infrastructure is a gut punch

Oct. 24

Joint statement: FEMA denial on flood damage assistance for public infrastructure is a gut punch

Oct. 24

Council members issue joint letter, urging state legislative support on key tobacco law

Oct. 24

Students residing in District 1 encouraged to apply for the Milwaukee Youth Council

Oct. 24

Ghostly Garden Walk brings tricks and treats to the Garden District this Sunday

Oct. 23

Vehicle impoundment file meant to curb reckless driving to be before Council committee

Oct. 22

Public Safety and Health Committee to discuss implications of aging MFD fleet

Oct. 21

Alderwoman Pratt: McGovern Senior Center Closure Statement

Oct. 21

Public hearings this week on Community Block Grant funding

Oct. 20

Finance & Personnel Committee Hears Public Input on 2026 City Budget Priorities

Oct. 18

Alders Burgelis & Bauman Highlight Facts: The Streetcar Strengthens Downtown and Reduces Tax Burden

Oct. 16

Residents invited to Community Resource Lunch event on Saturday, October 18

Oct. 16

Streetcar Takeover: Thursday, Oct. 16 at 1 p.m. in Room 301-B at City Hall

Oct. 16

Alderwoman Taylor: Veterans Community Project breaks ground in District 9

Oct. 15

Ald. Jackson statement on appointment of Dr. Michael Rosen to the Wisconsin Technical College System Board of Directors

Oct. 15

Good Money after Bad: Committee Hears Why We Spend Over $4 Million Net on the Streetcar while Raising Taxes and Fees

Oct. 15

New anti-reckless driving law to be touted at Wednesday news conference

Oct. 14

Alderman Westmoreland: Vehicle impoundment legislation approved in Madison

Oct. 14

President Pérez seeks truth in departmental budgeting

Oct. 14

Council Adopts Legislation Creating Milwaukee’s first Innovation District

Oct. 14

Alderman Burgelis sounds alarm on fire equipment needs

Oct. 10

Ald. Spiker to host two budget-centric town hall meetings

Oct. 10

Alderwoman Larresa Taylor: Statement on Officer Involved Shooting

Oct. 9

New Officers to Bolster Police Presence in Milwaukee’s Southside Neighborhoods

Oct. 9

Ald. Spiker - Kill the Wheel Tax? Stop the Streetcar!

Oct. 8

Saving lives and creating safer streets should be an easy decision

Oct. 7

Bilingual Statement: Know your rights and be prepared

Oct. 6

Alderman Scott Spiker: Free Speech and Diversity statement

Oct. 6

Joint statement: Brewers take on the Cubs in what is so much more than ‘The I-94 Series’

Oct. 3

Annual Fall Perennial Exchange Returns Saturday

Oct. 3

Ribbon cutting set for LaMarr Franklin Lofts on King Drive

Oct. 2

First Innovation District for Milwaukee moves forward

Oct. 1

Garden District mural unveiling to take place October 2

Sep. 30

Milwaukee Launches First Innovation District in Walker’s Point

Sep. 29

Doors Open to include several 6th District locations

Sep. 26

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs to host town hall meeting on 2026 city budget

Sep. 26

Common Council Unanimously Approves $750,000 for Flood Relief and Home Repair Assistance

Sep. 23

Mayor’s “Business as Usual” Budget an Anticipated Disappointment

Sep. 23

Common Council to Prioritize Neighborhood Needs in 2026 Budget

Sep. 23

Alderman Burgelis Responds to Senator Wanggaard’s Attacks on Milwaukee

Sep. 22

Near northwest side building owner looking for mural artist

Sep. 22

Alderman Burgelis urges EPA to keep role in greenhouse gas pollution enforcement

Sep. 22

Joint statement in support of Discovery World workers

Sep. 19

Ald. Westmoreland - Make sure furnace season isn’t dead on arrival

Sep. 18

Contact your Alderperson and receive no response? Now fixed email issue might be to blame

Sep. 17

Alderwoman Coggs to receive prestigious Creative Community Champion Award

Sep. 17

File suspending permit fees for projects related to flood damage approved by committee

Sep. 17

Common Council wants to maximize public input during 2026 budget process

Sep. 17

Ald. Zamarripa statement: Celebrating Bisexual Awareness Week

Sep. 16

City leaders to help launch The Good Neighbor Grant Fund Program

Sep. 16

Residents encouraged to apply today for FEMA flood assistance

Sep. 12

Back 2 School Giveaway comes to Garden Homes Park on Saturday

Sep. 12

Garfield’s 502 Rhythm & Blues Street Festival returns tomorrow

Sep. 12

Street takeover related files to be heard by Public Safety and Health Committee

Sep. 10

Ald. Zamarripa: Changing the narrative on a critical public health challenge

Sep. 10

In-Person Job Fair set for September 11th at 90th and Good Hope

Sep. 10

Pres. Pérez: Hispanic heritage is alive and well in Milwaukee

Sep. 10

Family-friendly fall fun comes to the Garden District this weekend

Sep. 10

Public Works Committee to hear from DPW officials about flood response protocols

Sep. 9

Ald. Zamarripa: SCOTUS ruling is vile and un-American

Sep. 9

Statement from Ald. Spiker - Beyond talking points: Street takeovers need real solutions

Sep. 8

Fiesta Selena MKE set to take place this weekend

Sep. 5

Joint Statement: MPA President wants federal troops patrolling Milwaukee streets

Sep. 4

Nominations now being accepted for 6th District Landscape Awards

Sep. 4

New Martin Luther King Branch library to celebrate grand opening Saturday

Sep. 3

Make Art MKE event comes to Mount Mary University this Sunday

Sep. 3

From Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr.: 3rd Annual Back to School Festival was a rousing success

Sep. 3

Voyage toward new South Shore Cruise Dock to set sail tomorrow

Sep. 3

Ald. Burgelis calls for accountability after attempted $460,000 wire fraud in city financial offices

Sep. 2

Recovery resources, community support services available this week

Sep. 2

Join Ald. DiAndre Jackson on Labor Day for parade and Laborfest

Aug. 29

Best Place at the Pabst Brewery garners prestigious historic preservation grant award

Aug. 28

Collaboration between grocery store and FAST Fund at MATC helping students impacted by flooding

Aug. 27

Flood recovery distribution event taking place Saturday

Aug. 22

Update: Residents encouraged to exercise caution amid increase of flood related scams

Aug. 22

Ald. Peter Burgelis to host office hours in the district Saturday, August 23

Aug. 22

Ald. Coggs: MANDI Award winning small business has been making the 6th District stronger

Aug. 21

Alderman DiAndre Jackson congratulates Sedan Smith on 9th Annual Change 4 Sylville Bookbag Drive

Aug. 21

Families Invited to 3rd Annual Back-to-School Festival at Indigenous People’s Park

Aug. 21

President Perez: Statement on the 2025 NGAUS General Conference & Exhibition in Milwaukee

Aug. 21

Letter urges POTUS emergency declaration after historic flooding and damage

Aug. 18

2025 Hip-Hop Week MKE gets underway with Sunday news conference at The Rave/Eagles Club

Aug. 14

City hiring laborers, equipment operators

Aug. 14

Alderman Chambers: Gov. Evers Visits 2nd District Flood Victims

Aug. 12

Joint statement: Community bands together to start recovery from historic flooding

Aug. 11

Extension of COP house grant program will bolster communities

Aug. 8

UPDATED: Join neighbors for music, a movie, and community!

Aug. 8

Support Local Businesses and Shop Center Street on Saturday

Aug. 7

Join neighbors for music, a movie, and community at 2025 Rooted Together in the 5th

Aug. 7

Alders Burgelis and Zamarripa Urge Residents to Call 9-1-1 if Gunfire is Heard

Aug. 7

Bronzeville Week concludes with actor workshop, art walk, and more

Aug. 7

Alderwoman Coggs: Statement on action by Texas House Democrats

Aug. 5

Bronzeville Week continues with events focused on art, wellness and more

Aug. 4

REMINDER: Community meetings Aug. 5 for major S. 43rd St. project

Aug. 4

Back to School Bash Offering Free Resources for Milwaukee Families

Aug. 4

Council approves sales of city-owned Villard Avenue properties

Aug. 1

TID amendment means affordable housing, traffic safety and other improvements for Bronzeville

Aug. 1

Bronzeville Week kicks off 15th annual celebration tomorrow

Aug. 1

Council approves creating citizen-led panel to direct public safety funding

Jul. 31

Council Approves $60,000 Allocation for Bay View Community Center

Jul. 31

Ald. Burgelis: Urges Mayor and MPA to Reach Voluntary Agreement Ahead of Arbitration

Jul. 30

Public invited to help decorate towering Bronzeville letters as part of Bronzeville Week art project

Jul. 29

State Budget Once Again Fails to Meet Milwaukee’s Infrastructure Needs

Jul. 28

Joint Statement: An Unacceptable Level of Violence

Jul. 28

Alderwoman Coggs to welcome Bronzeville Week 2025 with press conference TOMORROW

Jul. 28

Community meetings set for major S. 43rd St. construction project

Jul. 27

Ald. Zamarripa -Bilingual Statement of Appreciation for Governor Evers

Jul. 25

Community gearing up for the 2025 Riverwest 24

Jul. 25

Bronzeville Week 2025 features new events, returning favorites

Jul. 24

Join the Garden District Tour of Gardens this Sunday, July 27

Jul. 23

Statement from President Perez - Milwaukee: A City on the Move

Jul. 22

Summer Job Fair comes to Sherman Park on Thursday, July 24

Jul. 22

Literacy Services of WI celebrates grand opening at 6th District location

Jul. 17

Council action paves way for new development at Timmerman Plaza

Jul. 15

A step forward for housing in Milwaukee

Jul. 15

Council adopts ordinance to target proliferation of illegal dumping

Jul. 15

Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Legislation Adopted in Milwaukee

Jul. 15

Common Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto of File Exempting 4th District from Odd/Even Overnight Parking Restriction

Jul. 15

Milwaukee Common Council Marks Milestone in Youth Protection with Unanimous Passage of Hemp-derived THC Sale Age Restrictions

Jul. 15

Alderman Spiker: Council Poised to Eliminate Single-Family Housing

Jul. 14

9th District needs the right development, not just any development

Jul. 14

From Alderman Stamper: A Message to Milwaukee — From the Heart

Jul. 14

Ald. Taylor - Statement on death of 4-year-old child

Jul. 11

President Pérez: Funding bill includes devastating cut to 6th Street improvements funding, hurting residents and businesses

Jul. 9

Housing Element Plan Approved by ZND Committee

Jul. 8

Joint statement - ZND supports Housing Element.pdf

Jul. 8

11th Aldermanic District Office Hours Will Feature a Special Presentation

Jul. 7

In Person Job Fairs happening this week at two north side locations

Jul. 7

Proposed housing development in 9th District would be a detriment to surrounding community

Jul. 7

Statement on Mayor’s Veto of File 250078, Exempting the 4th District from the Odd/Even Parking Restriction

Jul. 7

Ald. Coggs: Shorewood shooting ends with deadly incident near 6th and Reservoir

Jul. 3

Bronzeville artist information session, conversation to be held next week

Jul. 3

State budget includes tax credits for film and TV production

Jul. 3

Vendors being sought for 3rd annual Back to School Festival

Jul. 2

Nominations being accepted for inaugural District 5 Beautification Award

Jul. 2

2025 Adopt-A-Neighborhood initiative kicks-off in Arlington Heights

Jul. 2

Alderman Burgelis Applauds Appointments to Milwaukee City Flag Task Force

Jul. 1

Alders Introduce Ordinances to Protect Youth from Unregulated THC and Hookah Products

Jul. 1

Joint Statement on the passing of Officer Kendall Corder

Jun. 30

Monterrey Market celebrates grand opening on Milwaukee’s west side

Jun. 27

Joint statement on shooting of two Milwaukee police officers

Jun. 27

Ald. Stamper statement on the Shooting of Two Milwaukee Police Officers

Jun. 27

Blues Fest is back in the 9th District this weekend

Jun. 26

Ald. Westmoreland - When politics take precedent over priorities, the people suffer

Jun. 26

Ald. Stamper statement on the announced closure of Pick ‘n Save at 2355 N. 35th St.

Jun. 25

Project to improve street lighting in District 5 to kick off July 1

Jun. 25

Council adopts ordinance amending overnight parking regulations in District 4

Jun. 24

Statement on adoption of the City Hall Campus Emergency Preparedness Committee

Jun. 24

6th District summer town hall meeting to take place tomorrow

Jun. 24

Common Council to Recognize Annual Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant Winners Tomorrow

Jun. 23

Lincoln Creek Week offers free, fun activities for the whole family

Jun. 23

Black on the Block Celebration and Bike Giveaway Returns to the 1st District Tomorrow

Jun. 20

Join McGovern Night Out Tonight!

Jun. 20

Music festivals come to District 9 starting this weekend

Jun. 18

City needs real solutions to Street Takeovers

Jun. 18

Portion of Oklahoma Ave. to temporarily close Friday for vigil

Jun. 18

Parade, street festival to help commemorate Juneteenth Day

Jun. 18

Fathers for Progress steps up to support the community

Jun. 18

Monumental Investment Needed to Fix Milwaukee’s Neighborhood Roads

Jun. 18

Milwaukee Takes Bold Step Toward New City Flag with Launch of Official Task Force

Jun. 17

Statement on the self-deportation of Yessenia Ruano

Jun. 17

The Bridge Project cash payments to Milwaukee mothers reports success one year in

Jun. 17

Juneteenth flag to be raised above City Hall complex on Wednesday, June 18

Jun. 17

Committee advances file for city support of WIN bill

Jun. 16

District 11 4th of July festivities to include pair of parades

Jun. 13

Annual Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant Winners Announced

Jun. 13

Eastbound closure of I-894 set for this weekend

Jun. 13

Broken, peeling, rusted, and faded – it’s beyond time to raise the standard

Jun. 12

Ribbon cutting for new Marcia P. Coggs Human Services Center is tomorrow

Jun. 12

Neighbor-led traffic calming projects in 14th District advance

Jun. 11

Ald. Westmoreland: Making our streets safer must be a priority, and the time to act is now

Jun. 10

Alderman Burgelis introduces resolution to bolster neighborhood safety

Jun. 10

Registration for HaRUNbee 5K Walk/Run for Healthy Birth Outcomes Now Open

Jun. 6

Season 11 for We Got This initiative kicks off on Saturday

Jun. 5

I-894 construction to include westbound closures this weekend

Jun. 5

Alderwoman Coggs introduces Council file to help bolster building safety

Jun. 5

Ald. Taylor: Loss of Milwaukee Job Corps Center a Massive Detriment for the Community

Jun. 4

Compost Workshops and Plant Sale Come to the Garden District Saturday

Jun. 4

Full Council statement on the passing of Anna Mae Robertson

Jun. 3

Bilingual Joint Statement - Yessenia Ruano Deserves Better

Jun. 2

11th annual AKA Day at City Hall to blend listening, engagement

Jun. 2

Common Council to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month at meeting on June 3

Jun. 2

Bilingual Joint Statement from the full Council: False Statement Continues to Fuel Anti-Immigrant Sentiment

May. 30

Honorary Street Renaming in Recognition of Willie “Baylew” Mitchell Happening Tomorrow

May. 30

Locust Street Festival returns to Riverwest

May. 30

Third Ward Public Safety Meeting set for the Skylight on June 4

May. 28

Committee to discuss building code provisions related to installation of sprinkler systems

May. 27

Cream of the Cream City Awards put Historic Preservation front and center

May. 22

Ald. Bauman - Tenants and families deserve access NOW to Highland Court Apartments

May. 22

Call for vendors goes out for 2025 Bronzeville Cultural & Arts Festival

May. 21

Public Safety and Health Committee to discuss May 15 City Hall complex incident

May. 20

Ald. Westmoreland: Conversation Needed Around Security at City Hall Complex

May. 15

Council adopts file codifying gender-neutral terminology for fire department personnel

May. 13

Havenwoods Annual Flower Sale Set to Take Place This Saturday

May. 13

Ald. Taylor - More teachers in schools is a positive outcome for students

May. 13

2025 Milwaukee Sister Cities Day Meet-and-Greet celebration happening Friday, May 16

May. 12

Make your Business a Success through the Pivot Program (May 13 session)

May. 9

Committee to hear from Assessor’s Office on 2025 assessment process

May. 7

Annual Spring Perennial Exchange to Take Place on Saturday

May. 7

Impacted by the justice system? Pardon Me! event worth checking out

May. 6

Attention property owners: Property assessments can be appealed

May. 6

Project Clean and Green comes to the 1st District

May. 5

Social & Human Services Hiring Event set for Employ Milwaukee

May. 2

Listening sessions occurring throughout May for reimagining of the McGovern Park Senior Center

May. 2

Advocacy Day returns to City Hall on Wednesday, May 14

May. 2

UPDATED: Youth and Young Adult Leadership Council Kickoff Listening Session – REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

Apr. 30

Youth and Young Adult Leadership Council Kickoff Listening Session Set for May 1

Apr. 29

Project Clean and Green comes to the 5th District beginning May 5

Apr. 29

New healthcare partnership, clinic site announced to help better serve the community

Apr. 28

Bilingual News Release: March with us on May 1

Apr. 28

Joint statement on the arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan

Apr. 25

Ald. Zamarripa - Judge Hannah Dugan’s arrest felt throughout the community

Apr. 25

Niche Book Bar to celebrate grand opening in the 6th District tomorrow

Apr. 25

Ald. Burgelis - Statement in Support of Judge Hannah Dugan

Apr. 25

Ald. Coggs: Generous donation aims to spur homeownership in Harambee for Early Childhood Educators

Apr. 24

Common Council adopts resolution creating RT5 zoning district

Apr. 23

Ald. Taylor honors local teachers during Common Council meeting

Apr. 23

Council unanimous in approving penalty increase to $5K for illegal dumping

Apr. 23

Ald. Stamper set to attend Patrick “PJ” Ross, Jr. Scholarship Awards Ceremony & Fundraiser

Apr. 23

Council adopts resolution supporting special observance day in honor of Vel R. Phillips

Apr. 22

Milwaukee Expands Licensing Requirements to Include Hookah Establishments

Apr. 22

Big Clean MKE launches 2025 campaign with a press conference and rally

Apr. 21

Alderman Brower set to be sworn in during Common Council meeting

Apr. 21

ZND Committee approves files to enhance city’s zoning regulations

Apr. 17

Lisbon Avenue project groundbreaking event set for April 23rd

Apr. 17

Project Clean and Green comes to the 11th District beginning April 21

Apr. 17

Incident at Vincent High School demonstrates the need for policy changes at schools

Apr. 16

Bilingual news release: Individual City License Applications Now Available Online

Apr. 16

Project Clean and Green comes to the 13th District beginning April 21

Apr. 16

Ald. Westmoreland - The work to make our streets safer moves forward

Apr. 15

New body would take on Milwaukee’s illegal dumping epidemic

Apr. 15

From President José G. Pérez: New committee assignments reflect diversity of experience, expertise to move Council forward

Apr. 11

Ald. Zamarripa: UPDATED Statement on recent ICE arrest in 8th District

Apr. 10

Alderman Burgelis: A Note of Thanks

Apr. 10

Residents could soon have quick access to refuse collection schedules using a smartphone

Apr. 9

File amending tobacco regulations to be discussed at committee Thursday

Apr. 9

Joint statement: ICE arrest inside Safety Building is deeply concerning

Apr. 4

Alderman Peter Burgelis to host office hours in the district

Apr. 4

Council members introduce file to discuss Election Day ballot shortages

Apr. 3

Reminder - Cream of the Cream City Awards nominations deadline is April 7

Apr. 3

Council President José Pérez kicks off the Emerging Youth Achievement Advisory Council

Apr. 3

Council approves authorizing City opposition to measure to allow POTUS third term

Apr. 2

Council appropriates $2.4 million from Council-Led Transfer Fund

Apr. 2

Inaugural Apprenticeship Day comes to City Hall tomorrow

Apr. 2

Port of Milwaukee Will Seize Abandoned Boat Through Eminent Domain to Create Floating Sheepshead Casino

Apr. 1

Bilingual: In recognition of César E. Chávez

Mar. 31

Recognition at UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball a deep honor

Mar. 31

Joint statement: International Transgender Day of Visibility

Mar. 31

Ald. Burgelis: WisDOT still MIA with local small business needing help during W. Forest Home project

Mar. 26

District 9 town hall meeting set for tomorrow – Thursday, March 27

Mar. 26

Ald. Westmoreland - I Missed The Mark, But Not This Mission

Mar. 26

Ald. Burgelis: WisDOT Runs Out of Gas on W. Forest Home Ave. Project – Before It Even Begins

Mar. 25

Paving and traffic calming projects poised for 6th Aldermanic District

Mar. 25

14th Annual Compost Bin Sale Happening Now Through May 25

Mar. 25

Alderman Westmoreland: Spring is Here... and So Is the Trash

Mar. 24

Alderwoman Coggs honored by the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors during Women's History Month Program

Mar. 20

Ald. Westmoreland: Milwaukee’s unofficial fifth season gets underway

Mar. 20

Stop Bullying Event set for 1st Aldermanic District

Mar. 19

Alderman Westmoreland: Gun violence is a destructive dead-end road

Mar. 19

Alderwoman Larresa Taylor: Statement on the surrender of Bar 107’s license

Mar. 18

Busy 8th District intersection sees violent morning crash involving fleeing vehicle

Mar. 18

Unnecessary and Unwanted: We Must do Better to Combat Reckless Driving

Mar. 18

Apply for SCI 2025 Young Artists and Authors Showcase

Mar. 18

Alderwoman Taylor: Violent weekend includes shooting at 107th and Granville

Mar. 17

Girls’ Day exhibit honoring female Council members remains at City Hall

Mar. 17

Statement on the passing of Junior Bridgeman

Mar. 12

All is set for 15th Annual Girls’ Day @ City Hall

Mar. 12

Alderman Chambers to take part in Congressional Café town hall session

Mar. 12

District 5 residents invited to attend upcoming town hall meetings

Mar. 11

Alds. Burgelis and Zamarripa: Joint statement on the closing of This Is It

Mar. 9

Street Light Circuit Upgrades Occurring in 1st Aldermanic District

Mar. 5

While MMSD Project Advances, Local Businesses Need Community Support

Mar. 5

100th Anniversary of National Bakery & Deli to be recognized during Fat Tuesday Council Meeting

Mar. 3

Candidates for District 7 Milwaukee Board of School Directors to Participate in Forum Monday

Feb. 28

Alderwoman Coggs statement: TEMPO recognizes importance of mentorship during 35th annual Mentor Awards

Feb. 27

Black History Month: Ancestral Intelligence joint statement

Feb. 25

Cinco Lokos Grand Opening Happening March 1

Feb. 24

City of Milwaukee Black History Month to Conclude with Festivities Scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 25

Feb. 24

In the works: New tool in reckless driving fight

Feb. 21

Alderman Burgelis to participate in rally to support Ukraine

Feb. 20

Alderwoman Coggs introduces file to discuss MPS lead exposure issues

Feb. 20

Sunset Hike Event set for Havenwoods State Forest

Feb. 19

Community Praises City for Exceptional Snow Removal after Recent Storms

Feb. 18

Steering and Rules Committee to discuss City/ HACM financial irregularities

Feb. 16

Statement from Alderwoman Zamarripa on the case of Yessenia Ruano

Feb. 14

Registration now open for 15th Annual Girls’ Day @ City Hall

Feb. 12

New bookstore, café and community space coming to 5th Aldermanic District

Feb. 11

City Hall celebrates Black History Month with quilt display in the rotunda

Feb. 10

Villard Plaza Community Visioning Open House set for February 17

Feb. 10

City's approach to after hours locations and other nuisance properties to get hearing

Feb. 6

Milwaukee Fair Housing Marches Exhibit Comes to City Hall

Feb. 6

Council members want City to oppose measure to allow POTUS third term

Feb. 5

Early voting has started in Milwaukee ahead of February 18 Spring Primary Election

Feb. 4

City of Milwaukee celebrates Black History Month with public info campaign, networking event, and more

Feb. 4

10 minutes and $10 is all you need to get your municipal ID!

Feb. 3

Joint Statement - Public input to help shape Growing MKE

Jan. 31

Communication file probes potential impacts of Presidential executive orders

Jan. 31

Cavazos appointment moves forward to full Common Council

Jan. 30

Opportunity Presents Itself to Reimagine Office of Community Wellness and Safety

Jan. 28

Nominations Now Open for Cream of the Cream City Awards

Jan. 27

Common Council adopts resolution expanding Bronzeville District

Jan. 24

MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit to feature workshops, vendors, special keynote, and much more

Jan. 23

Know Your Rights on Immigration Issues: Stay Informed and be Prepared

Jan. 22

TOMORROW: 6th District Town Hall Meeting set for 5:30 p.m.

Jan. 21

City Job and Resource Fair in 1st District set

Jan. 17

Ald. Taylor introduces communication file to discuss ICE facility relocation

Jan. 17

Joint Statement Relating to ICE Detention Facility Expansion in Milwaukee

Jan. 16

Nominations now being accepted for 2025 Vel R. Phillips Trailblazer Award

Jan. 16

Alderwoman Larresa Taylor: Statement on proposed ICE detention facility in the 9th Aldermanic District

Jan. 14

Alderman José G. Pérez: Statement on the passing of Felix Mantilla

Jan. 13

Alderwoman Coggs: Library entrance safety should be of utmost importance

Jan. 8

Fire Station 31 Reopens on Milwaukee’s South Side

Jan. 8

Garden District tree mulching event returns with free hot chocolate and cookies

Jan. 7

Public Works Committee to discuss snow plowing inadequacies

Jan. 6