The following news releases have been issued by the Common Council.
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Dec. 28  Nominations sought for 2012 6th District Difference Makers Award
Dec. 27  MEDIA ADVISORY: Alderwoman Coggs invites residents to Kwanzaa celebration tomorrow
Dec. 21  MEDIA ADVISORY: Christmas dinner to be served to family hit hard by loss
Dec. 20  Council members applaud 911 cell phone shift vote by County Board
Dec. 19  STATEMENT: Alderman Hines on Sheriff Clarke’s gun rights diatribe disappointing in the wake of tragedy
Dec. 18  Statement of Common Council President Willie L. Hines, Jr. 
Dec. 18  Common Council approves long-awaited Historic Preservation revisions  |  REVISIONS
Dec. 14  Milwaukee’s conservation efforts pay off with Bird City Wisconsin designation
Dec. 13  President Hines to stress importance of new smoke alarm ordinance
Dec. 12  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Coggs, Alderman Kovac, Alderman Hamilton, and Alderman Pérez on Public vetting process needed for Fire and Police Commission appointments
Dec. 12  12 Days of Christmas effort to help needy children and families
Dec. 11  Major Revisions proposed for City’s Historic Preservation Ordinance
Dec. 11  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Coggs on Fire and Police Commission makes the right call
Dec. 11  STATEMENT: President Hines on Fire and Police Commission’s reversal sends hope throughout the community
Dec. 11  STATEMENT: Alderman Donovan on FPC’s change of heart in Schoen case sets dangerous precedent
Dec. 10  MEDIA ADVISORY: Alderman Davis to discuss new details in FPC’s officer reinstatement case  |  STATEMENT
Dec. 7  STATEMENT: Alderman Pérez on Concerned citizen brings health and safety issue to light
Dec. 7  STATEMENT: Alderman Donovan on Commission’s decision to reconsider should not be based on pressure
Dec. 6  Alderman Davis selected for NLC National Black Caucus leadership post
Dec. 5  STATEMENT: President Hines on the passing of Felmers Chaney
Dec. 5  STATEMENT: Alderman Hamilton on Governor’s continued attempts to disenfranchise voters warrant arrest
Dec. 5  MEDIA ADVISORY: Alderman Kovac urges residents to weigh in on East Library proposal
Dec. 4  STATEMENT: President Hines on Reinstatement of Officer Schoen sets dangerous precedent 
Dec. 4  Alderman Davis named to National League of Cities Board of Directors for 2nd term
Dec. 4  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Coggs on Fire & Police Commission erred in reinstating Officer Schoen
Dec. 3  Alderwoman Coggs elected to NLC National Black Caucus leadership post
Dec. 3  Double-decker freeway, annexations among concerning options at I-94 hearings
Dec. 3  Alderman Pérez will speak during fundraiser to help disaster victims
Dec. 3  MEDIA ADVISORY: Alderman Kovac invites residents to stuff Santa’s sleigh tomorrow

Nov. 29  Deadline for free foreclosure review program could affect thousands in Milwaukee
Nov. 28  STATEMENT: Alderman Donovan on Be careful calling the MPD – you could be the one getting the ticket
Nov. 27  Common Council adopts “Buy Milwaukee/Buy American” proposal
Nov. 27  Sewerage District to fund more than half of private lateral repair costs
Nov. 19  MEDIA ADVISORY: Alderman Donovan to recognize heroic efforts of police aide, citizens
Nov. 12  MEDIA ADVISORY: Milwaukee Youth Council to hold inauguration ceremony
Nov. 8  Common Council Approves Picks for Housing Trust Fund Awards
Nov. 7  MEDIA ADVISORY: Prayer vigil planned in response to beating death outside club
Nov. 2  MEDIA ADVISORY: Volunteers to plant flower bulbs near Mitchell Interchange
Nov. 2  Common Council makes cuts in approved budget, preserves property tax relief

Oct. 31  MEDIA ADVISORY: Alderwoman Coggs invites residents to “Politics & Poetry” tomorrow
Oct. 25  Mr. WEBO’s restaurant will serve up new take on Mexican to Bay View neighborhood
Oct. 23  Council votes to support County Board’s Medical Examiner legislation
Oct. 19  Clear Channel Outdoor will provide pro bono digital billboard spots for Milwaukee election info  |  BILLBOARD
Oct. 17  U.S. Civil Rights Division now accepting tips from Milwaukee citizens about MPD
Oct. 16  Common Council prioritizes televising Fire and Police Commission meetings
Oct. 16  MEDIA ADVISORY: CWNA annual meeting Thursday to feature elected official town hall
Oct. 11  “Buy Milwaukee/American” proposal passes committee, headed for Common Council vote
Oct. 11  STATEMENT: Alderman Puente on I stand with the good men and women of the Milwaukee Police Department
Oct. 11  STATEMENT: Alderman Donovan backs MPD, Chief Flynn on Williams case
Oct. 10  MEDIA ADVISORY: Common Council members will react to announcement by U.S. Attorney, FBI
Oct. 10 STATEMENT: Pattern and practice of potential police misconduct warrants federal investigation
Oct. 9  Hines Statement: Illegal strip search charges against MPD officers a positive development
Oct. 8  Youth Council ready to begin new session; two seats stand vacant
Oct. 4  MEDIA ADVISORY: Congregation plans prayer vigil tonight in response to parking lot shooting death
Oct. 4  Restaurant will be another high quality addition to Bay View and Milwaukee
Oct. 2  MEDIA ADVISORY: Common Council members call for County to codify changes in Medical Examiner’s procedures  |  LETTER
Oct. 2  MEDIA ADVISORY: Alderwoman Coggs invites residents to town hall meeting Wednesday
Oct. 2  Stirring words about freedom bring students scholarship awards
Oct. 1  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Coggs on Citizens still waiting for answers about illegal strip searches
Oct. 1  STATEMENT: Alderman Kovac, Alderwoman Coggs, Alderman Pérez, and Alderman Hamilton on GE Foundation Demonstration Schools

Sept. 28  Common Council members question Medical Examiner on Williams investigation
Sept. 28  MEDIA ADVISORY: Meeting with medical examiner to be covered by Council President Hines & other Council members at 2 p.m.
Sept. 28  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Coggs on Supreme Court’s decision a win for democracy
Sept. 28  Ceremony at Lynden Hill will mark National Public Lands Day
Sept. 27  Common Council to deliberate on Mayor’s proposed 2013 City Budget
Sept. 27  STATEMENT: Alderman Bauman on PSC indicates in favor of City of Milwaukee on Milwaukee Streetcar utility issue
Sept. 26  Common Council members to meet with Medical Examiner on Williams investigation
Sept. 26  Alderman Davis introduces file for more info on MPD’s standard operating procedures
Sept. 25  Common Council calls on State to put windfall toward Shared Revenue
Sept. 25  MEDIA ADVISORY: Council President Hines & other Council members to discuss Williams case
Sept. 24  STATEMENT: Alderman Donovan on How will Milwaukee Police Department handle extra work?
Sept. 24  MEDIA ADVISORY: Common Council members will call for U.S. Attorney investigation into Derek Williams death  |  JOINT STATEMENT: U.S. Attorney’s insight needed in Williams death investigation
Sept. 21  Housing Resource Fair will feature key agencies, workshops
Sept. 21  Project Patchwork artwork created by Alderwoman Coggs to be part of event
Sept. 21  STATEMENT: Thanks to rally attendees, and Mayor Zeidler's position on streetcars
Sept. 21  Green Named 2012 Winner of Frank P. Zeidler Public Service Award
Sept. 18  MEDIA ADVISORY: Referendum push will be key focus at tonight’s anti-streetcar project rally at Serb Hall
Sept. 17  STATEMENT: Alderman Donovan on DCD’s Rocky Marcoux is cleared by DA’s Office | Letter
Sept. 14  STATEMENT: Alderman Murphy on State funds for BMO/Harris Bradley Center helpful; others could also be helped
Sept. 14  Council members set for NAACP Freedom Fund Dinner
Sept. 12  Bradley Tech students to unveil Milwaukee Observatory in historic Walker’s Point | Event Flyer
Sept. 10  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Coggs on  Everest College Impending Closure No Surprise
Sept. 7  MEDIA ADVISORY: Rally against streetcar project will be Sept. 18 at Serb Hall
Sept. 6  STATEMENT: Alderman Donovan on Protests at Palermo’s not good for business
Sept. 5  Common Council Sets Standards for Elementary School Playgrounds  | School Play Space Standards
Sept. 5  Weis appointed public relations supervisor for Common Council - City Clerk’s Office
Sept. 4  Alderman Donovan to announce two crime prevention efforts on city’s near south side

Aug. 30  Citizen Action Needed
Aug. 22  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Coggs on Public should pay attention to AG’s Voter ID Law effort
Aug. 22  MEDIA ADVISORY: Ald. Coggs seeks word on status of strip search/cavity search investigations | Letter to Chief Flynn | Letter to Mr. Tobin
Aug. 21  MEDIA ADVISORY: Villard Avenue Day Festival is Saturday
Aug. 17  STATEMENT: Where my loyalties rest
Aug. 17  Candidates should make position known on Disclose Act | Letter
Aug. 16  MEDIA ADVISORY: Atkinson, Capitol, Teutonia Festival is Saturday
Aug. 15  Alderman Donovan to announce new efforts in fight against streetcar
Aug. 14  STATEMENT: Alderman Donovan says We need a real public safety strategy, not another street roll call  |  Email re: Orchard St. shooting
Aug. 13  STATEMENT: Alderman Donovan to Mayor: Start paying attention to Milwaukee
Aug. 6  JOINT STATEMENT: Members of the Common Council on Tragedy in Oak Creek
Aug. 6  MEDIA ALERT: Growing Power food market grand opening POSTPONED 
Aug. 6  Growing Power food market grand opening in Bronzeville today
Aug. 3  LEAP summer youth work program sees first graduating class

July 31  Green Corridor news event Wednesday looks at progress made, plans to come
July 27  MEDIA ADVISORY: Gallery Night and Day Friday and Saturday in Bronzeville
July 26  Nominate someone for a 6th District Landscape Award
July 25  City health benefits now cover all families
July 25  STATEMENT: Alderman Donovan on WeTip has made a difference in Milwaukee
July 24  Common Council approves Milwaukee Jobs Act initiative | Jobs Act File
July 24  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Coggs on Saying Bye – to Sydney Hih
July 23  Proposal seeks change to allow water negotiations with Waukesha for wider service area | Resolution
July 20  MEDIA ADVISORY: Garfield Avenue Festival comes to Bronzeville Saturday
July 19  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Coggs on From the ashes: Rising to the occasion in Riverwest
July 19  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Coggs on Voter ID Law injunction is appropriate
July 18  REMINDER: Nelson Mandela Day film screening, event taking place today
July 17  Milwaukee Sustainability Planning and Homeowner Resource Event
July 17  UPDATED: Film screening, event to mark Nelson Mandela Day
July 13  Rent-to-own initiative expanding on city’s near south side
July 13  MEDIA ADVISORY: Debra Usinger to be posthumously recognized for her dedication and contributions to Milwaukee
July 13  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Coggs, Alderman Hamilton, and Alderman Pérez on Chief Flynn should provide answers in public forum
July 11  STATEMENT: Alderman Dudzik says Public deserves updates on City Hall repair investigation
July 11  MEDIA ADVISORY: TRUE Skool to hold community cleanup effort in Bronzeville today
July 9  Bike-sharing program pedals to Public Works Committee | FILE 120428
July 9  Skyline Music Starts Tuesday
July 9  Youth Council, local organizations meet today to form youth group coalition
July 9  STATEMENT: Alderman Jim Bohl on Journal Sentinel PolitiFact piece on fluoride
July 6  Council paves way for Bay View art bus shelter
July 5  MEDIA ADVISORY: Ribbon cutting Saturday for Garden District Farmers Market
July 5  Neighborhood business chips in to help Boulevard Theatre
July 5  West Allis votes to oppose the Downtown Streetcar
July 3  N. Port Washington Ave./Rd. Reconstruction Underway
July 2  Public Safety Meeting
July 2  STATEMENT: Alderman Davis calls for maximum penalties for fireworks violations

June 29  Youth Council President Zach Komes issues statement on final approval of federal student loan compromise
June 29  MEDIA ADVISORY: Extreme dry conditions, fireworks bad combination
June 28  Looking out for seniors during the hot weather
June 28  Restaurant expansion another positive for Kinnickinnic Ave. business district
June 27  Neighborhood Ambassadors to again tend to near south side neighborhoods 
June 26  MEDIA ADVISORY: Town Hall Meeting Tomorrow Night at La Follette School
June 26  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs on Respect and Appreciate the Past by Ushering in the Future: Allow Sydney Hih to be Demolished
June 22  MEDIA ADVISORY: Alderwoman Coggs to present at expo on Sunday
June 22  STATEMENT: Members of the Common Council on Watching the Watchdog
June 22  STATEMENT: Alderman Robert G. Donovan on hearing regarding MPD crime statistics
June 21  MEDIA ADVISORY: Garden District Farmers Market Starts Saturday 
June 21  New alcohol beverage license applicants: please make an appointment
June 19  MEDIA ADVISORY: Event Wednesday will tout summer safety in the city 
June 18  Alderwoman Coggs to take part in Juneteenth Festivities
June 18  Alderwoman Coggs seeks voter experience input in online survey; wants Council review of Election Commission practices
June 18  Operation Impact 2012 ready for launch
June 15  MEDIA ADVISORY: Resolution directing negotiations with the City of Waukesha regarding the City's request for water service  |  Letter
June 15  MEDIA ADVISORY: Park to be dedicated Saturday at once troubled location
June 15  MEDIA ADVISORY: Alderman Donovan will hold streetcar project rally, petition drive Saturday  |  Letter to mayor
June 14  STATEMENT: Alderman Robert G. Donovan on MPD should release crime data records
June 14  Nominees sought for 2012 Frank P. Zeidler Public Service Award
June 12  Optional sewer line warranty program now has more than 10,000 enrolled
June 12  MEDIA ADVISORY: Demonstration will highlight new “green” concrete
June 11  Common Council to mull audit of MPD crime-reporting practices
June 8  Benefit is Saturday for family of man killed in hit-and-run crash
June 6  STATEMENT: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs on Election energy, turnout a victory for Milwaukee
June 5  STATEMENT: Alderman José G. Pérez on Family of slain 13-year-old boy needs help
June 5  Common Council President Hines encourages Milwaukee residents to vote, offers helpful election information
June 1  Tool drive, renovations part of Tool Loan Center open house Saturday
June 1  STATEMENT: MacIver Institute report on streetcar should not be ignored  |  LRB Highlights Statement

May 31  Fire response changes could mean big savings for city
May 30  MEDIA ADVISORY: Alderman Bohl news conference Thursday on fluoridation legislation
May 30  Report Thursday on new fire response technology
May 30  No crime stats report at Public Safety Committee Thursday
May 30  MEDIA ADVISORY: Local Veteran Honored as Champion of Change by White House 
May 29  News conference set for fluoridation ending proposals  |  STATEMENT  |  FILE 120187  |  FILE 120188
May 24  Youth Council, Council President Hines to hold news conference on federal student loan issue
May 24  Economic Empowerment Tour coming to Milwaukee
May 23  MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Common Council President Willie L. Hines, Jr. to address anti-Milwaukee political rhetoric
May 22  Common Council approves resolution on Student Loan issue
May 22  Sidewalk extension project approved for Bay View business strip
May 22  Common Council approves new hotline to report vandalism to vacant buildings
May 22  Alderwoman Coggs Seeks Student Essays on Freedom
May 22 MEDIA ADVISORY: News conference today to keep up streetcar hold pressure
May 22 MEDIA ADVISORY: Fluoridation of city water could end under proposed legislation  |  STATEMENT  |  FILE
May 21  UPDATED STATEMENT:Milwaukee Matters: Joint Statement from Members of the Common Council
May 18  Milwaukee Matters: Joint Statement from Members of the Common Council
May 17  Arts leadership award presented to Alderman Michael Murphy
May 16  LEAP summer youth work program to launch Friday
May 16  Alderman Hamilton volunteering to help renovate Tool Loan Center
May 15  MEDIA ADVISORY: Alderman Donovan will hold streetcar project news conference  |  Letter to mayor
May 11  Milwaukee and Madison Sue State For Reductions in Recycling Grant Funding and Unconstitutional Taxes  |  Complaint for relief
May 11  Ald. Davis and Sen. Taylor will join in protest against proposed smoke shop
May 11  STATEMENT: Alderman Terry L. Witkowski on Replacing the Bradley “Center”?
May 11  MEDIA ADVISORY: City Assessor to appear Monday at Judiciary and Legislation Committee
May 9  MEDIA ADVISORY: Police traffic stop race data to be discussed at committee
May 7  Thousands enroll in optional sewer line warranty program in initial sign-up period
May 4  City of Milwaukee files lawsuit over City Hall terra cotta
May 4  Alderwoman Coggs to take part in Beckum-Stapleton Little League opening day festivities
May 3  Alderman Murphy honored with inaugural Hero Award from Common Ground
May 1  STATEMENT: Alderman Ashanti Hamilton on Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin lawsuit
May 1  STATEMENT: Alderman José G. Pérez  on Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin lawsuit

Apr. 25  Historic restoration of Garden Homes residence to be showcased
Apr. 25  Common Council Committee Appointments Reflect Experience and Leadership  |  Committee List
Apr. 20  MEDIA ADVISORY: Youth Council members to take part in cleanup and community walk
Apr. 19  City of Milwaukee, Office of the Comptroller Announces Successful Sale of $231 Million New Money and Refunding Bonds
Apr. 19  Two 6th District locations to be featured during Gallery Night events Friday and Saturday
Apr. 19  Milwaukee Youth Council Education Committee to Attend School Board Meeting
Apr. 19  MEDIA ADVISORY: Letter to Mayor: Alderman Donovan urges streetcar project hold, asks for public vote  |  Letter
Apr. 16  MEDIA ADVISORY: Inauguration Ceremonies Tomorrow for City Elected Officials
Apr. 13  Alderwoman Coggs: Residents have several options to report police searches
Apr. 13  Mayor Tom Barrett, Common Council Announce Inauguration Ceremonies
Apr. 12  Common Council approves big fines for vandalism to vacant buildings
Apr. 5  Alderwoman Coggs calls for transparency in FPC, MPD strip searches probes
Apr. 4  City to receive check during Thursday news conference
Apr. 4  Milwaukee Youth Council Prioritizes Youth Employment as Summer Approaches

Mar. 29  Milwaukee Jobs Act measure seeks input on path to creating jobs 
Mar. 28  Proposal seeks change to city's reassessment notice practices 
Mar. 26  Sewer line protection program letters will go out this week
Mar. 22  Council President Hines Proposes Changes to Curb Scrap Metal Thefts, Strengthen City Licensing and Regulations
Mar. 22  President Hines: Allegations in latest MPD officer probe are "horrible"
Mar. 22  Girls' Day at City Hall Again Pairs Young Women with Public Service
Mar. 20  MEDIA ADVISORY: Assessing city inspections
Mar. 18  President Hines will be part of Monday's briefing for minority contractors for Potawatomi hotel project
Mar. 15  President Hines seeks look at Anti-John Zones  |  Letter
Mar. 12  STATEMENT: Judge grants permanent injunction blocking Voter ID law
Mar. 9  Council to weigh creation of enterprise programs advisory panel  |  FILE 110086
Mar. 8  STATEMENT: Keeping gun as evidence in Aldi store case is standard and appropriate
Mar. 8  Youth Council to Send Delegation to 2012 Congressional City Conference
Mar. 7  Under proposal, existing tenants could become owners of city-owned properties  |  FILE 111511
Mar. 6  STATEMENT: Voter ID law injunction: a significant victory
Mar. 6  Milwaukee Youth Council opposes proposed state voter registration legislation
Mar. 5  Every penny of $141 million settlement share should be used for foreclosure programs, Aldermen say
Mar. 4  Milwaukee Youth Council opposes proposed state voter registration legislation 
Mar. 2  STATEMENT: Alderman James N. Witkowiak on WISN-TV report on Horny Goat noise problems: truth being drowned out?
Mar. 1  Youth summer jobs available with USDA 

Jan. 31  MEDIA ADVISORY: Community to Discuss New Neighborhood School
Jan. 31  Sheriff resorts to bus scare tactics in budget battle
Jan. 30  Management training program study proposed for city
Jan. 30  STATEMENT: Police and neighbor help end burglary spree
Jan. 30  Alderman proposes changes to Tax Increment District to jumpstart economic development on the near west side  |  FILE 110075
Jan. 27  MEDIA ADVISORY: Community to Clean Up Unsightly State Land
Jan. 27  MEDIA ADVISORY: Town Hall Meeting in the 6th District Hosts Discussion on Sustainability Efforts in the City
Jan. 27  MKE Business Now Summit Addresses Entrepreneurship and Job Creation
Jan. 26  Alderman urges Mayor to veto rezoning file
Jan. 25  President Hines on City Hall Fix: "We must act responsibly"
Jan. 24  President Hines: New Employment Numbers "Extremely Disheartening"
Jan. 24  MEDIA ADVISORY: MKE Business Now Launches Entrepreneaurship Summit This Saturday
Jan. 24  Proposal would boost Number of "Free" Parking days in city
Jan. 20  MEDIA ADVISORY: Painter Sylvester Sims to be Featured at Gallery Night on King Drive in Bronzeville Friday and Saturday
Jan. 18  Commonn Council Approves Power Line Compromise
Jan. 18  Council Members to be Part of Milwaukee Rising News Conference, Tour
Jan. 13  President Hines: President Obama's Recognition of Master Lock is Well Deserved
Jan. 12  Municipal Court Accepting Court Commissioner Applications
Jan. 12  President Hines Seeks Police Services Study  |  Letter
Jan. 10  MEDIA ADVISORY: Police Chief and Sheriff to appear Wednesday at Public Safety Committee
Jan. 9  MEDIA ADVISORY: Produce Market to Mark Grand Opening Tuesday
Jan. 9  Recall Election would be Included in Tracking of Voter ID Law
Jan. 9  Attorney General Opinion Opens Door for City's TID Districts Local Street Work Solution
Jan. 7  President Hines Commends Milwaukee Police Chief Flynn on His Second Swearing In
Jan. 6  Alderman Robert J. Bauman Appointed to National League of Cities Transportation Panel 
Jan. 6  MEDIA ADVISORY: Alderman Davis to Attend Prayer Vigil for Bradley Tech Student 
Jan. 6  ONE MKE Summit Seeks Collective Outcomes