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2019 Common Council Press Releases

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Ald. Donovan: Congratulations Chief Morales, you’ve earned it

Dec-19-2019

Ald. Donovan: What Is Going On With the Fire and Police Commission?

Dec-16-2019

Alderman Donovan: Fire and Police Commission dysfunction demands a thorough investigation

Dec-05-2019

$250k BUILD Health Challenge® award to benefit Sherman Park

Nov-27-2019

Free Breaking Bread Community Feast Thanksgiving Dinner offered

Nov-27-2019

Sherman Park neighborhood to receive support from BUILD Health Challenge®

Nov-27-2019

Nominations sought for 2019 Dr. James G. White 6th District Difference Makers Awards

Nov-27-2019

Alders Coggs and Kovac to co-host Town Hall Meeting on December 4

Nov-27-2019

Bronzeville Week celebration set for August 1 – 8, 2020

Nov-26-2019

Common Council approves creation of Office of Veterans’ Affairs

Nov-26-2019

Community event to highlight business opportunities during DNC

Nov-26-2019

Council approves resolution creating Millennial Task Force

Nov-26-2019

Ban on single-use plastic straws approved by Common Council

Nov-26-2019

Garden District tree lighting and winter wonderland display set for December 3

Nov-25-2019

Ald. Donovan: Straws, Bathrooms, and Mascots – Is That Really All We Have Left to Worry About?

Nov-25-2019

Ald. Stamper encourages attendance at Holiday Folk Fair International

Nov-20-2019

Carjacking and Reckless Driving Task Force sets second public listening session

Nov-19-2019

9th Annual Housing Resource Fair to take place this Saturday

Nov-19-2019

Aldermen Stamper and Rainey statement on Darnell Woodard homicide case

Nov-19-2019

Alderman Johnson statement on closure of Midtown Starbucks location

Nov-15-2019

Ald. Murphy: Senator Johnson continues to lobby for vaping industry – at the expense of Wisconsin’s children

Nov-15-2019

Ban on single-use plastic straws moved forward by committee

Nov-14-2019

Ald. Johnson: Not so special session illustrates need for non-partisan redistricting

Nov-14-2019

Committee recommends approval of resolution creating Millennial Task Force

Nov-14-2019

Community event to highlight diverse business opportunities during DNC

Nov-13-2019

Fee just $10 for snow plowing license in Milwaukee

Nov-12-2019

Ald. Bauman: Residents encouraged to share information on electric scooter accidents

Nov-11-2019

Alderman Donovan: It’s time we rethink County government

Nov-11-2019

Amended 2020 budget addresses critical issues

Nov-08-2019

Alderman Johnson: Help Milwaukee Police catch hit-and-run suspect

Nov-08-2019

Ald. Donovan: This afternoon the City of Milwaukee just became less safe

Nov-08-2019

Alderwoman Coggs to unveil artistic board-up project in Harambee neighborhood

Nov-08-2019

Veterans Day signing ceremony set for tiny homes initiative

Nov-08-2019

Climate and Economic Equity Taskforce Co-chairs Announce Members

Nov-08-2019

Public listening session scheduled by Carjacking and Reckless Driving Task Force

Nov-07-2019

City contractor begins first housing deconstruction project

Nov-06-2019

Council approves resolution to support expanded voting access

Nov-05-2019

Ald. Perez: Heinous acid attack being probed as a hate crime, will have long-term impact on victim

Nov-04-2019

Alderman Zielinski: No money for police, lead hazard issues or infrastructure, but let’s pump up the streetcar we can’t afford

Nov-01-2019

Youth Council seeks survey input help from peers

Nov-01-2019

Omnibus budget amendment a collaboration that tackles key issues

Nov-01-2019

Ald. Lewis: Finance and Personnel Committee recommends funding for emergency housing

Nov-01-2019

Ald. Lewis: Committee recommends pilot family basic income stipend amendment

Oct-31-2019

Ald. Stamper: City, police and community work together to combat neighborhood problem

Oct-31-2019

Alderwoman Dodd to host community meeting on reckless driving

Oct-31-2019

Alds. Johnson, Dodd, Lewis invite residents to the Northwest Job Fair at Midtown Center

Oct-30-2019

Alderman Stamper: A family’s pain now greatly compounded

Oct-30-2019

Alderman Stamper invites public to manufacturing hiring event

Oct-29-2019

Ald. Johnson: Local business leaders step up to support community assets

Oct-29-2019

Aldermen to announce steps to address reckless driving in wake of senseless tragedy at 22nd & Center

Oct-25-2019

Preliminary report to be released by Carjacking and Reckless Driving Task Force

Oct-25-2019

Ald. Bauman: Budget amendment would provide resources to bolster pedestrian and traffic safety

Oct-25-2019

Alderman Stamper: Reckless driving - enough is enough

Oct-25-2019

Ald. Lewis: Decorated military vet tabbed for top city emergency management post

Oct-24-2019

Ald. Zielinski: Strauss debacle a reflection of Mayor’s overall fiscal irresponsibility and failure to plan

Oct-23-2019

Ald. Bauman: Barrett Administration may be looking to abandon city alleys

Oct-22-2019

Take Back My Meds MKE to announce new prescription drug disposal sites

Oct-22-2019

Milwaukee Youth Council Inauguration Ceremony set for October 23

Oct-22-2019

David Kuta appointed public relations supervisor for Common Council - City Clerk’s Office

Oct-22-2019

Alderman Johnson: Thank you, Governor, for calling special session on guns

Oct-21-2019

Ald. Bauman: RACM amendment of Century City redevelopment plan to allow slaughter houses is misguided

Oct-21-2019

Community panel to focus on DNC’s impact on north side

Oct-21-2019

Alderman Rainey: Neighbors make voices heard regarding Strauss meat processing plant

Oct-18-2019

Armani and Metcalfe Park neighborhoods to host Gallery Night events

Oct-18-2019

MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit Day set for January 25, 2020

Oct-16-2019

Alderwoman Lewis: Crime Stoppers - If you see something, say something

Oct-16-2019

Common Council approves Indigenous Peoples’ Day legislation

Oct-16-2019

Council approves legislation on redistricting ballot issue

Oct-16-2019

Council approves hiring outside counsel to recover opioid epidemic costs

Oct-15-2019

The Retreat opens in Bronzeville at N. MLK Dr. location

Oct-14-2019

Special invocation to be offered at start of Common Council meeting

Oct-14-2019

President Hamilton and CCC invite public to community sessions on police reform

Oct-11-2019

Alderman Stamper: The shooting simply must stop

Oct-11-2019

Final Parkside Community Market of 2019 set for the Garden District

Oct-11-2019

Reparations panel discussion and informational event set for 6th District

Oct-11-2019

Ald. Donovan: Mayor Barrett’s 2020 Budget cuts 60 police officers – and that’s the good news

Oct-10-2019

Garden Homes Job & Resource Fair set

Oct-09-2019

Committee moves forward with the development of Strauss Brands at Century City

Oct-09-2019

Milwaukee Crime Stoppers launch set for City Hall

Oct-08-2019

Ald. Donovan: Erasing Columbus Day is not the best way to honor indigenous people

Oct-08-2019

Next up on Oct. 7th: Lunch & Learn Summer Series offers helpful training for developers

Oct-04-2019

Ald. Coggs: Budget deliberations should focus on using the people’s dollars to improve and save lives

Oct-04-2019

West Vliet St. Fall Festival great way to welcome autumn

Oct-04-2019

Join Ald. Johnson and Chief Morales at the End of Summer BBQ

Oct-04-2019

Joint public hearing on proposed 2020 city budget set

Oct-04-2019

Family-friendly 2019 Harvest Fest brings fun for everyone

Oct-04-2019

Fall Fest to take place in the Garden District

Oct-03-2019

Perennial plant swap event to take place in the Garden District

Oct-02-2019

Ald. Donovan: We are and must remain a nation of laws

Oct-02-2019

Alderwoman Coggs announces 6th District Landscape Award winners

Oct-01-2019

Snow preparedness, Couture streetcar impact on committee’s agenda

Sep-30-2019

President Hamilton: The challenges and opportunities of the 2020 city budget

Sep-30-2019

Alderwoman Lewis to host town hall on city budget

Sep-27-2019

Ald. Stamper invites public to #BrunchingMakesYouBlack event

Sep-27-2019

City gets first Read, Play, and Learn Space

Sep-27-2019

Alderman Bauman: Developer Gary Grunau helped build Milwaukee

Sep-26-2019

Aldermen to issue warning to citizens regarding Mayor’s budget and public safety

Sep-26-2019

Council approves creation of Citizen Anti-Displacement Advisory Committee

Sep-25-2019

Alderman Johnson: Mayor’s budget presentation disheartening, but not surprising

Sep-25-2019

Ald. Murphy: Milwaukee loses a talented development leader and a good man

Sep-25-2019

Attend the #New9thMKE Community Expo and Job Fair

Sep-25-2019

Alderman Murphy: City launch set for overdose awareness campaign

Sep-25-2019

Ald. Dodd: Disappointing budget increases taxes, relies on sales tax pipe dream

Sep-24-2019

Ald. Rainey: Another senseless shooting death takes 29-year-old mother

Sep-24-2019

Alderwoman Coggs to host town hall covering city budget, city services

Sep-24-2019

Ald. Zielinski: Mayor’s budget cuts deep, fall short

Sep-24-2019

Joint Statement on Tobacco and E-cigarettes - One Year Later

Sep-23-2019

Review Board to Discuss Recent Sales Tax Proposal and its impact on Public Transit

Sep-23-2019

Ald. Dodd: Right now Milwaukee could use some help from Madison

Sep-23-2019

St. Joseph Community Conversations event set

Sep-23-2019

Alderman Murphy invites residents to join St. Joseph Community Conversations Event

Sep-20-2019

Find bargains at the Garden District rummage sale

Sep-20-2019

Citizens invited to Stop the Violence Community Cleanup & Block Party

Sep-20-2019

Alderman Spiker invites the community to Fall Fiesta

Sep-20-2019

Roy B. Evans, Venice Williams named winners of the 2019 Frank P. Zeidler Public Service Award

Sep-20-2019

Ald. Coggs: Public’s help needed in Thursday’s fatal shooting of motorist

Sep-20-2019

Joint Committee on Abandoned and Foreclosed Homes to meet next week

Sep-20-2019

Alderman Stamper: Businesses remain OPEN during Teutonia Ave. reconstruction

Sep-19-2019

Ald. Rainey: Domestic violence murder reminds community of help needed and resources available

Sep-19-2019

Ald. Donovan: Legislation seeks to make BID/NID options more effective and efficient

Sep-18-2019

Ald. Donovan: Shame on Serb Hall for turning their back on decades of American History

Sep-18-2019

Legislation on redistricting ballot issue moves forward

Sep-17-2019

Riverworks Week to celebrate vibrancy and creative spirit of BID #25

Sep-13-2019

Selena themed art festival set to take place on south side

Sep-13-2019

Parkside Community Market set for the Garden District

Sep-13-2019

Lunch & Learn Summer Series to focus on Special Enforcement and Permits

Sep-13-2019

Alderman Spiker invites community to tailgate to support fallen officer’s family

Sep-12-2019

Alderman Donovan urges legislative leaders to use caution on sales tax ask

Sep-12-2019

Council committee moves legislation forward to create home for OAAA

Sep-11-2019

Minority Health Film Festival set to kick off four-day run

Sep-11-2019

Amani Housing Committee meetings offer opportunities for citizen involvement

Sep-10-2019

Alderwoman Coggs to host meeting on street reconstruction project

Sep-09-2019

Rock da Block community concert and book bag giveaway event at 35th and Center

Sep-06-2019

Ald. Donovan: Mr. Mayor: Who in Heaven's Name is Watching the Store?

Sep-06-2019

Milwaukee teen cancer fighter to get special attention at City Hall event

Sep-04-2019

Ald. Johnson: Residents losing faith in state’s commitment to local government, local concerns

Sep-04-2019

Entries sought in 6th District Landscape Awards contest

Sep-04-2019

Alderman Rainey: Man charged in senseless road rage murder

Sep-04-2019

Puerto Rican Identity: Movement on Mitchell Street

Sep-03-2019

Alderman urges seizure of dilapidated nuisance property

Sep-03-2019

New leader named for America’s Black Holocaust Museum

Aug-30-2019

Opportunities abound at Amani Job Fair

Aug-29-2019

Alderwoman Coggs to host town hall meeting at Hillside

Aug-27-2019

Ald. Johnson: City of Glendale takes action to ban conversion therapy

Aug-27-2019

Shooting takes a positive agent for change in the community

Aug-26-2019

Ald. Rainey: Thanks to you, Hip-Hop Week MKE is making its mark and adding value to the city

Aug-26-2019

Century City to host family-friendly festival and ribbon-cutting

Aug-23-2019

Alderwoman Coggs to host 6th District Office Hour

Aug-23-2019

Alderman Cavalier Johnson: Superior the latest Wisconsin city to take action to ban conversion therapy

Aug-23-2019

We Got This to conclude 6th season with ceremony

Aug-23-2019

Final stretch of Hip-Hop Week MKE events include Financial Literacy & Real Estate Seminar, Hip-Hop Goes to the Polls and Legacy Concert and Awards

Aug-23-2019

Hip-Hop Week MKE schedule for 8/22/19: Job Fair, Hip-Hop Museum Experience, Happy Hour, and more

Aug-22-2019

Alderwoman Lewis appointed to the Wisconsin Women’s Council

Aug-22-2019

Alderman Jose G. Perez: The next generation: Youth DJ tutorial event a rousing success

Aug-21-2019

Alderman Cavalier Johnson: Gunfire too common and too close for comfort – time for action on firearms

Aug-21-2019

Hip-Hop Week MKE schedule includes Hip-Hop Trivia, Health Fair and 88NINE Backspin

Aug-21-2019

Donated school supplies to be delivered to Carver Academy

Aug-20-2019

Hip-Hop Week MKE schedule for August 20th includes live DJ podcast, youth DJ tutorial and more

Aug-20-2019

Alderman Scott Spiker shares upcoming activities in the Garden District

Aug-20-2019

Hip-Hop Week MKE runs August 19-25 with events throughout the City of Milwaukee

Aug-19-2019

Alderman Rainey talks up Hip-Hop Week MKE on popular national radio show

Aug-16-2019

Ald. Zielinski: Streetcar expansion plans irresponsible in light of Mayor’s proposed 2020 budget

Aug-16-2019

Big Serve MKE activities continue with 6th Annual Sock Drive

Aug-15-2019

“Hip-Hop Goes to the Polls” rally set for Hip-Hop Week MKE

Aug-15-2019

Monday news conference to launch second annual Hip-Hop Week MKE

Aug-15-2019

Big Serve MKE’s Big Clean event kicks off with a press conference on Saturday, August 17

Aug-15-2019

Ald. Zielinski: Opposition to streetcar gains stronger foothold

Aug-14-2019

Big Serve MKE activities continue with Fraternity and Sorority Food Giving

Aug-14-2019

Day Two: Big Serve MKE activities continue with suit giveaway

Aug-13-2019

Hip-Hop Week MKE ready to roll next week

Aug-13-2019

News conference to kick off inaugural Big Serve MKE

Aug-13-2019

Donate at City Hall for the Bronzeville Sleepover for Education school supply drive

Aug-13-2019

Big Serve MKE activities begin Tuesday, August 13 with a Back to School Kick-Off

Aug-12-2019

Bronzeville Week final stretch includes live music, Art Walk

Aug-09-2019

Bronzeville Sleepover for Education school supply drive set

Aug-09-2019

Wisconsin Scholastic Chess Federation to host summer classic at Walker Square Park

Aug-08-2019

Bronzeville Week continues with live entertainment, educational events

Aug-08-2019

South Side launch of Operation Take It EZ Milwaukee set for Cesar Chavez & Greenfield/Muskego

Aug-08-2019

‘American Klassiks’ performance coming to Martin Luther King branch library

Aug-08-2019

Housing Trust Fund grant applications being accepted through Sept. 6th

Aug-08-2019

Big Serve MKE initiative to focus on community service, includes giveaways

Aug-06-2019

2019 Bronzeville Week continues with wide range of events

Aug-05-2019

2019 Bronzeville Week opening weekend details

Aug-02-2019

Ald. Donovan: Thank you to yet another Take it EZ Milwaukee partner

Aug-02-2019

Massive Bronzeville wood letters part of fun art project during Bronzeville Week

Aug-01-2019

Massive Bronzeville wood letters part of fun art project during Bronzeville Week

Aug-01-2019

Ald. Murphy: 14 overdose deaths in Milwaukee County July 26-29 is tragic, unacceptable and preventable

Aug-01-2019

Study to evaluate redevelopment on West Burleigh Street

Jul-31-2019

Citizen anti-displacement advisory panel could address issues related to downtown development

Jul-31-2019

Council approves rezoning and creation of Tax Incremental District No. 99

Jul-30-2019

Council approves resolution calling for restrictions on firework sales

Jul-30-2019

Renovation work to affect public’s access to Common Council – City Clerk’s Office

Jul-30-2019

Ald. Donovan: It’s time for Milwaukee to move on from the Couture

Jul-30-2019

MKE Plays receives $500K donation from Burke Foundation

Jul-29-2019

Riverwest 24 Encourages Cycling, Brings Community Together

Jul-26-2019

Ald. Rainey: Prayers for five-year-old-girl wounded in road rage confrontation

Jul-26-2019

Kickoff set for 2019 Bronzeville Week

Jul-26-2019

Milwaukee bans e-cigarette sales to minors and vaping indoors: One year later

Jul-26-2019

Take It EZ Milwaukee initiative set to launch at 60th & Capitol

Jul-26-2019

Steering & Rules to discuss (CORE) development zone resolution promoting community benefits agreements

Jul-24-2019

Alderwoman Coggs to host 6th District Office Hour

Jul-24-2019

Committee votes in favor of exploring litigation to recover opioid epidemic costs

Jul-23-2019

Ald. Murphy: ‘No Singles/No Loosies’ campaign looks to reduce smoking in teens, young adults

Jul-23-2019

Council committee moves fireworks legislation forward

Jul-23-2019

Lunch and Learn Summer Series again offering helpful training for developers

Jul-23-2019

Rally set to support movement in Puerto Rico

Jul-22-2019

Alderwoman Coggs to take part in Food Truck Friday event

Jul-19-2019

Pilot project aims to put the brakes on reckless driving in Milwaukee

Jul-19-2019

Alderwoman Coggs invites residents to Harambee Cleanup and Picnic

Jul-18-2019

Ald. Johnson: Applauds Racine Council vote to ban conversion therapy

Jul-17-2019

Alderwoman Coggs invites residents to Garfield Days festival

Jul-17-2019

Ald. Rainey: Condolences for the family of Brooklyn Harris

Jul-15-2019

IT IS TIME FOR I.C.E. TERROR RAIDS TO END/Es tiempo de que la Oficina de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas termine con las redadas!!!!

Jul-12-2019

Alderman Michael J. Murphy: Milwaukee’s food grading system touted at the National Environmental Health Association annual conference

Jul-12-2019

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs: Riverworks Presents Food Truck Fridays on the Beerline Trail beginning Friday, July 12

Jul-11-2019

Alderman Cavalier Johnson: “Get Wheelin’ in Westlawn” offers FREE bicycle tune-ups on second Fridays in July and August 2019

Jul-11-2019

Council approves resolution calling for visas for parents and spouses of DACA or TPS recipients

Jul-10-2019

REVISED Council approves ordinance protecting tenants in lead-exposure investigations

Jul-10-2019

REMINDER Summer Job Fair in the Street set for TOMORROW - Thursday, July 11

Jul-10-2019

Alderman Khalif J. Rainey: Enjoy the 22nd annual Concerts in the Park series beginning tonight, July 10 at 5:30 p.m.

Jul-10-2019

Alderman Robert J. Bauman: Common Council approves ordinance regulating motorized scooters

Jul-09-2019

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs to host a town hall meeting on July 10

Jul-09-2019

Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton to hold press conference concerning creation of a City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity

Jul-08-2019

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs: Common Council presentation featuring Miss Juneteenth 2019 and Little Miss Juneteenth 2019 on July 9

Jul-08-2019

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs: Summer Job Fair in the Street set for Thursday, July 11

Jul-08-2019

Alderman Mark A. Borkowski: Notice of Public Meeting A Complete Streets Project: South 43rd Street – West Lincoln to West Morgan Avenues

Jul-08-2019

Alderwoman Chantia Lewis: Join us for the 4th of July Parade in the 9th District

Jul-03-2019

Alderman Cavalier Johnson: State funding for youth summer jobs wisely restored by Governor Evers

Jul-03-2019

Alderman Khalif J. Rainey: After one year of uncertainty, a win for the Amani neighborhood

Jul-03-2019

Commit to celebrate the Independence Day holiday without violence! Statement from Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II July 3, 2019

Jul-03-2019

Ald. Donovan: Police officers must be part of any comprehensive plan to curb reckless driving

Jul-02-2019

Gambling Taxpayer Dollars on the Streetcar? Milwaukee is NOT Las Vegas Statement of Aldermen Tony Zielinski, Bob Donovan, and Mark A. Borkowski June 28, 2019

Jun-28-2019

Ald. Donovan: On the Use of Tax Dollars for the Streetcar, Mayor Barrett is Either Deceitful or Incompetent

Jun-28-2019

We Love Music Conference on tap at Miller High Life Theatre

Jun-27-2019

Legislation at Steering & Rules TODAY: Itemized reports for City services and resources provided in the 53206 ZIP code

Jun-27-2019

Proposed legislation to create a City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity

Jun-27-2019

Aldermen Donovan and Borkowski: The Milwaukee Streetcar Will – Sooner Rather Than Later – Need Your Tax Dollars

Jun-27-2019

Legislation creating 53206 Task Force on June 26 Community and Economic Development Committee agenda

Jun-25-2019

Common Council congratulates Giannis Antetokounmpo on winning the 2018-19 NBA MVP Award

Jun-25-2019

New City Channel series takes viewers through Milwaukee’s history

Jun-25-2019

Ald. Donovan: If it’s not about the streetcar and doesn’t impact Downtown, the mayor has lost interest

Jun-25-2019

Promise Zone Bike Ride through the 30th Street Industrial Corridor

Jun-21-2019

Honoring Al Jarreau, a Milwaukee music legend Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey June 21, 2019 On the occasion of June being African-American Music Appreciation Month, I believe it’s an essential time to honor a major jazz figure from our own city

Jun-21-2019

Fondy Fridays Live After 5 kicks off Friday, June 21 for Summer 2019

Jun-21-2019

Ald. Lewis: We must work together to put an end to reckless driving

Jun-20-2019

Ald. Rainey: Guns must be kept secure to prevent the unthinkable

Jun-20-2019

Letter to the Mayor and Common Council members from Alderman Michael J. Murphy

Jun-19-2019

Alds. Donovan and Borkowski urge more aggressive stand on reckless driving (Letter to Mayor)

Jun-19-2019

News conference to address city's traffic safety crisis

Jun-19-2019

MEDIA ADVISORY Be the Change’s 10th anniversary celebration on Juneteenth Day

Jun-18-2019

Ald. Johnson: Shorewood ordinance takes action to ban conversion therapy

Jun-18-2019

Ald. Johnson: Condolences for off-duty Milwaukee officer death

Jun-18-2019

A difficult day for law enforcement in Southeast Wisconsin Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan June 18, 2019

Jun-18-2019

Alderwomen Coggs and Dodd to host Women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – Chapters at City Hall

Jun-17-2019

“We Got This” work initiative starts its 6th summer run on June 15

Jun-14-2019

Public Father’s Day celebration for the community this Sunday

Jun-14-2019

REMINDER: Wheelin’ at Westlawn free bicycle tune-up events scheduled

Jun-14-2019

Alert Neighbor Program application deadline extended to June 30

Jun-13-2019

Milwaukee Promise Zones 2019 Summer Initiative Kickoff set

Jun-13-2019

Save the Date! Join Alderwoman Dodd for the inaugural Explore 5th District guided tour

Jun-11-2019

Ald. Rainey: Infant’s homicide a loss for the family and for the community

Jun-11-2019

Summer Job Fair in the street set for June 11

Jun-07-2019

Ald. Donovan: In Defense of Human Life

Jun-06-2019

Resolution to adopt a Green Infrastructure Plan for the City of Milwaukee advances to the Common Council

Jun-05-2019

Hunger Task Force Summer Meals kickoff event set

Jun-05-2019

Event to mark placing of plaque to remember fallen officer

Jun-04-2019

Ald. Johnson: Another state takes action on conversion therapy

Jun-04-2019

Public invited to a fundraiser to remember MPD Officer Charles “Chuckie” Irvine

Jun-03-2019

Join Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton for a Summer Kick-Off Concert

Jun-03-2019

Youth Council to hear agencies’ funding requests for city youth programming

Jun-03-2019

Council approves City employee three percent raise legislation

May-31-2019

Council approves resolution supporting creation of federal Green New Deal legislation

May-31-2019

Special election ordered to fill 13th District Council seat

May-30-2019

Council approves the HaRUNbee Walk/Run as an official City of Milwaukee event

May-30-2019

Media Advisory Home Ownership Fair kicks off NeighborWorks Week June 1, 2019

May-30-2019

'Howl on Howell' news conference set

May-30-2019

Statement on the Mayor’s appointment of Denise Bartlett Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton May 29, 2019

May-29-2019

Transforming Youth Justice in Milwaukee

May-28-2019

Nominations now open for 2019 Frank P. Zeidler Public Service Award

May-24-2019

Statement by Alderman Terry L. Witkowski May 23, 2019

May-23-2019

Alderman Johnson: When winning isn’t really winning

May-23-2019

Alds. Donovan & Borkowski: Council Needs to Direct Resources Toward Citizen/Community Priorities: Our Neighborhoods

May-23-2019

Ald. Lewis: Residency pay incentive legislation moves forward

May-22-2019

Ald. Stamper: Streetcar expansion plan has some missing pieces

May-21-2019

Resolution supporting creation of federal Green New Deal legislation advances to full Common Council

May-21-2019

Ald. Johnson: Bold, bipartisan measure could help needy families while boosting state economy

May-21-2019

The United States House of Representatives passes the Equality Act Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson May 20, 2019

May-20-2019

More streetcar amenities or fixed streets and better services? Hearing set at City Hall

May-20-2019

Boy shot while sitting in vehicle near 5th and Concordia

May-17-2019

Ald. Murphy: The time EJ, Shaq and Sir Charles hung out in Enderis Park

May-17-2019

Ald. Lewis: Attack on Milwaukee continues – even with a new occupant of the Governor’s Office

May-16-2019

Ald. Witkowski invites residents to the Community Market

May-15-2019

Ald. Johnson: Small shared revenue increase dies in party-line vote

May-13-2019

News conference to address Foster Care Awareness Month, needs in Milwaukee County

May-10-2019

Milwaukee’s priority should be fixing our crumbling roads before expanding streetcar routes A statement from Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd May 9, 2019

May-09-2019

Ald. Coggs: Public’s assistance needed in homicide case

May-09-2019

Common Council approves policy of salary and wage incentives to encourage City employee residency

May-08-2019

Marquette Basketball honors to be bestowed during special presentation

May-08-2019

REMINDER: Alderwoman Chantia Lewis State of the District Address Town Hall Wednesday, May 8

May-06-2019

Media Advisory Alderman Mark A. Borkowski: Alverno College Management Students District 11 Community Culture Building Project Presentation May 9

May-06-2019

Joint statement: Mayor Barrett: Secure Our Neighborhoods, Fix Our Streets, and Enough with Your Damned Streetcar

May-06-2019

Congratulations to the State of Maine for its stewardship in protecting our environment A statement from Alderman Cavalier Johnson May 3, 2019

May-03-2019

Streetcar extensions’ preliminary engineering work brings hope for development, jobs and more

May-03-2019

Youth Council Shadow Day set for City Hall

May-03-2019

Alderman Perez: Firm commitment needed to bring streetcar to the South Side

May-03-2019

Grand Opening of the Milwaukee Fire Department Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program at Station 31, and Announcement of the Milwaukee Overdose Response Initiative

May-02-2019

Ald. Donovan: Proposed streetcar expansion expensive, ill-advised and premature

May-02-2019

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Apr-30-2019

REMINDER: Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs 6th Aldermanic District Town Hall Meeting TODAY, April 30

Apr-30-2019

Media Advisory Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs 6th Aldermanic District Town Hall Meeting April 30

Apr-26-2019

Alderman Donovan: In Defense of MPD’s Pursuit Policy

Apr-25-2019

Garden District Craft Fair offers way to get into spring spirit

Apr-25-2019

Celebrate Foundation Park, a recently reconstructed community area through the MKE Plays program

Apr-24-2019

Alderman Perez: Gun discharge inside school could have been tragedy

Apr-24-2019

Ald. Lewis: Denim Day Shows Support for Sexual Violence Survivors

Apr-24-2019

Thoughts on the passing of Joe Bartolotta A statement from Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton April 24, 2019

Apr-24-2019

Ald. Borkowski: Details on Annual Lyons Park Clean-Up

Apr-24-2019

Thank you Outpost Foods and the Milwaukee Brewers for your commitment to preserving our environment A statement from Alderman Cavalier Johnson April 23, 2019

Apr-23-2019

Protecting our kids from gun violence is paramount Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey April 22, 2019

Apr-22-2019

Ald. Johnson: Earth Day more urgent today than ever before

Apr-22-2019

Summer and fall safety efforts on near south side subject of news conference

Apr-17-2019

Common Council members invite businesses and neighborhood groups to a 2020 Democratic National Convention planning session

Apr-16-2019

Common Council approves increased penalties for loitering-soliciting prostitutes

Apr-16-2019

Ald. Lewis: Important work ahead Carjacking and Reckless Driving Task Force

Apr-16-2019

Alert Neighbor Program application process now open

Apr-16-2019

Environmentally friendly purchasing program legislation passes unanimously

Apr-16-2019

Alderman Zielinski: Community Coalition Undercut By City Health Department

Apr-16-2019

City of Milwaukee General Labor & Construction Jobs Recruitment Event: Wednesday, April 17

Apr-16-2019

Alderwoman Coggs and Alderman Stamper invite residents to Alert Neighbor Program Meeting

Apr-12-2019

Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton encourages participation at the Garden Homes Neighborhood Showcase on April 15

Apr-12-2019

Ald. Lewis: Important day for the future of Northridge property

Apr-11-2019

Ald. Perez: Public helps MPD solve “abduction” case

Apr-11-2019

Join Alderman Hamilton to keep Milwaukee beautiful

Apr-11-2019

New WIC Office to Open in Sherman Park

Apr-10-2019

Media Advisory Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd to host district-wide town hall meeting for residents of Milwaukee’s 5th District

Apr-10-2019

Resolution to study feasibility and costs of an environmentally friendly purchasing program for the City passes unanimously at Finance & Personnel

Apr-10-2019

Resolution to seek amendment to State statute concerning industrial hemp licenses passes Judiciary & Legislation Committee unanimously

Apr-10-2019

Ald. Murphy: A House Divided: Comments from State Rep Show the Current Chasm in Wisconsin

Apr-10-2019

Girls Shadow Day @ City Hall

Apr-10-2019

Deadline approaching for Earn & Learn’s Community Work Experience option

Apr-10-2019

Use the City’s MKE Mobile app and become part of the City’s “Big Clean MKE” efforts

Apr-08-2019

Two charged in attack on Parking Enforcement Officer

Apr-08-2019

Neighborhood Cleanup Scheduled for Saturday, April 6

Apr-05-2019

Connect with Alderman Rainey on Saturday, April 6

Apr-05-2019

Winter Heating Moratorium Ends April 15 - Customers urged to stay connected

Apr-05-2019

Deadline approaching for Cream of the Cream City historic preservation awards

Apr-05-2019

Alderman Perez: Statement issued prior to Fire and Police Commission meeting

Apr-04-2019

President Hamilton: Celebrate Spring at the Milwaukee Marathon

Apr-04-2019

Milwaukee Marathon Road Closures to Affect 10th District Streets

Apr-03-2019

Alderman Rainey: Doulas just the tip of the iceberg for the 53206

Apr-02-2019

Alderwoman Coggs announces 11th Annual Freedom Essay Scholarship Contest

Apr-02-2019

Connect with Alderman Stamper every First Friday

Apr-02-2019

Ald. Johnson: Violence unacceptable against city worker just doing his job

Apr-02-2019

Alderman Robert J. Bauman shares traffic alert information for the Milwaukee Marathon: Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6

Apr-01-2019

City of Milwaukee “Don’t Litter” campaign with new stiffer fines begins April 1

Mar-29-2019

Puerto Rico bans conversion therapy Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson March 29, 2019

Mar-29-2019

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan on two injured MPD officers March 29, 2019

Mar-29-2019

A woman of influence - Statement of Alderman Rainey on the passing of Gwen Jackson

Mar-28-2019

Alderman Johnson: Wisconsin loses a leader with the passing of Gwen Jackson

Mar-28-2019

REMINDER: City of Milwaukee César E. Chávez Day celebration Friday at City Hall

Mar-28-2019

Common Council approves Housing Authority voter registration program

Mar-28-2019

Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs celebrates a Medical College of Wisconsin/Greater Milwaukee Foundation investment on North Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive

Mar-27-2019

Common Council passes resolution to establish the Growing Entrepreneurs in Milwaukee (GEM) initiative

Mar-27-2019

Common Council approves legislation to develop a reserve workforce for snow and ice control

Mar-26-2019

City of Milwaukee César E. Chávez Day celebration Friday at City Hall

Mar-26-2019

MEDIA ADVISORY Presentations of the 2019 Vel R. Phillips Trailblazer Award and commendation for MCTS bus driver’s bravery

Mar-25-2019

Solution found for W. National Ave. food truck issue

Mar-22-2019

A statement from Alderman Terry L. Witkowski following the March 22 special Public Safety and Health Committee meeting March 22, 2019

Mar-22-2019

REMINDER: Residents can still donate baby supplies for the It Takes a Village Community Baby Shower & Resource Fair

Mar-21-2019

Condolences from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey to the family, friends, and colleagues of Neyaka Oliver March 21, 2019

Mar-21-2019

Special meeting devoted to lead in water issues will feature city departments

Mar-20-2019

Community Collaborative Committee to issue report to Fire and Police Commission

Mar-20-2019

Milwaukee student wins Girls’ Day @ City Hall scholarship award

Mar-19-2019

Alderman Johnson: Remembering Noelani Robinson

Mar-18-2019

Due date looms for Love Your Block applications

Mar-15-2019

Bria Smith receives Vel Phillips Trailblazer Award

Mar-14-2019

Apply for up to $5,000 in home improvement grants at SPCA resource fair

Mar-14-2019

Alderman Johnson: Help find missing toddler Noelani Robinson

Mar-14-2019

9th Annual Girls’ Day at City Hall takes place tomorrow

Mar-13-2019

Joint statement: A call for prayers for victims of fatal house fire

Mar-13-2019

Attend the Washington Park Neighborhood Housing Resource Fair

Mar-13-2019

Public's help needed in finding missing toddler, homicide suspect

Mar-13-2019

Residents urged to donate baby supplies for the It Takes a Village: Community Baby Shower & Resource Fair

Mar-12-2019

Pres. Hamilton: Community voices must be heard before final decision on Youth Justice Facility

Mar-12-2019

Joint statement: DNC Convention a Super Win for Milwaukee

Mar-12-2019

Alderman Perez: DNC 2020 convention a huge win for Milwaukee

Mar-11-2019

Community conversation scheduled for proposed secure youth care facility

Mar-11-2019

Common Council to vote on doula funding legislation

Mar-08-2019

Milwaukee to Honor Influential Women in Celebration of Women’s History Month

Mar-08-2019

Alderman Johnson: In honor of International Women’s Day

Mar-08-2019

Ald. Donovan: Urges city employees to be careful!

Mar-05-2019

Packed Public Works Committee agenda includes, potholes, winter parking extension and lead water service lines

Mar-05-2019

Plan to attend the inaugural MENTOR Recruitment Fair: Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at City Hall

Mar-04-2019

REMINDER: Nominations for the 2019 Vel R. Phillips Trailblazer Award are due March 4

Mar-01-2019

Alderman Robert J. Bauman questions the unilateral extension of winter parking rules

Mar-01-2019

Alderman Rainey invites residents to TIN kickoff event

Mar-01-2019

Connect with Alderman Rainey during Community Office Hours

Mar-01-2019

Alderman Bauman introduces legislation to develop a reserve workforce for snow and ice control

Feb-28-2019

Common Council approves industrial hemp legislation

Feb-28-2019

Hip-Hop Week MKE 2019 unanimously approved by Common Council

Feb-28-2019

Registration Deadline Extended: 9th Annual Girls’ Day at City Hall

Feb-28-2019

President Hamilton takes part in panel discussion on inclusive economic growth

Feb-27-2019

Ald. Coggs invites residents to Milwaukee Urban League’s Biz Night

Feb-27-2019

Common Council approves legislation to use solar energy systems at three public libraries

Feb-27-2019

Council approves legislation to adopt a flat fee for littering offenses

Feb-26-2019

Council approves legislation to increase time for paying parking citations

Feb-26-2019

Donation challenge ending for America’s Black Holocaust Museum

Feb-25-2019

3rd Annual Black History Program to be held in City Hall

Feb-21-2019

One week left to register for 9th Annual Girls’ Day at City Hall

Feb-20-2019

Alderwoman Coggs to take part in Sisters Like Me event at UW-Milwaukee

Feb-20-2019

Ald. Donovan: You can’t plow curb to curb if you don’t come down the street

Feb-20-2019

Council President Hamilton sends jointly signed letter to Mayor Barrett

Feb-19-2019

Ald. Zielinski: City’s misplaced priorities leaving residents and businesses buried this winter

Feb-18-2019

Council members add names to joint statement: Colin Kaepernick to be featured in city’s 28 Days of Black History

Feb-15-2019

Alderman Rainey encourages fathers to make time for their children

Feb-15-2019

Joint statement: Colin Kaepernick to be featured in city’s 28 Days of Black History

Feb-15-2019

Call for nominations: 2019 Vel R. Phillips Trailblazer Award

Feb-14-2019

New legislation to increase time to pay parking citations advances to the Common Council

Feb-14-2019

Three public libraries could soon be using solar energy systems

Feb-13-2019

Community meeting scheduled for proposed secure youth care facility

Feb-13-2019

Alderman Rainey: Remembering Harvey Scales

Feb-12-2019

Alderwoman Coggs to host Black History Month Read-In

Feb-12-2019

Alderman Donovan statement on tragic deaths of city workers

Feb-11-2019

Public meeting on proposed juvenile facilities for 9th District rescheduled

Feb-08-2019

Ald. Stamper: City DPW worker was serving 15th District, Milwaukee as a whole

Feb-08-2019

Joint statement on the death of a Department of Public Works worker

Feb-08-2019

Alderwoman Coggs to hold 6th District Office Hour

Feb-08-2019

Ald. Donovan: Community support in wake of officer’s death truly inspiring

Feb-08-2019

Council approves measure creating maintenance and security plan for City-owned homes

Feb-08-2019

Vigil for fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Matthew Rittner set for

Feb-07-2019

Joint statement on fallen Milwaukee Police Officer

Feb-06-2019

Alderman Zielinski: Fallen officer reminds us of immense sacrifice, service

Feb-06-2019

“Celebrating Communities as we Accept All People” the theme of Inaugural César E. Chávez art contest

Feb-06-2019

Council approves legislation creating a City Board of Health

Feb-05-2019

Register now for 9th annual Girls’ Day at City Hall

Feb-05-2019

City of Milwaukee to celebrate 28 Days of Black History throughout February

Feb-04-2019

Alderman Rainey: Immerse yourself in Black History Month

Feb-04-2019

Three to be honored at Common Council meeting

Feb-04-2019

Ald. Donovan: Milwaukee’s dedicated public servants deserve our sincere thanks

Jan-31-2019

Community meeting on youth facilities POSTPONED due to weather

Jan-29-2019

Attend the MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit

Jan-25-2019

Council Committee strongly backs creation of city Board of Health

Jan-24-2019

Youth shoveling program details to be shared during City Hall news conference

Jan-24-2019

MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit Set For Saturday

Jan-23-2019

6th District Difference Makers honored for community betterment

Jan-22-2019

Join Alderwoman Coggs for the 18th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Justice Program and March

Jan-18-2019

Inauguration Ceremony January 23 for Milwaukee Youth Council

Jan-18-2019

Council approves legislation related to MHD’s lead reporting processes and water filter distribution plans

Jan-15-2019

Council passes legislation to spark deconstruction/demolition activity

Jan-14-2019

Council approves Carjacking and Reckless Driving Task Force

Jan-14-2019

Council unanimously approves legislation calling for an end to the government shutdown

Jan-14-2019

Advocacy training event set for Washington Park Senior Center

Jan-11-2019

Alderwoman Coggs holding 6th District Town Hall

Jan-11-2019

Lobby work to affect public’s access to License Division

Jan-10-2019

Drop off your old working Holiday lights and outdoor displays

Jan-07-2019

Ald. Johnson: Another city takes action on conversion therapy

Jan-04-2019

Alderman Zielinski’s resolution supports Tony Evers’ plan to boost minimum wage

Jan-04-2019

Alderman Pérez invites you to Parranda event tomorrow at City Hall

Jan-03-2019

Prime mixed-use development opportunity for Capitol Library

Jan-02-2019