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2020 Common Council Press Releases

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Recent reports highlight delicate position of libraries due to funding constraints

Dec. 28

President Johnson statement on the retirement of Acting Chief Michael Brunson

Dec. 23

Ald.Coggs introduces file to spur discussion about assessments process

Dec. 23

Joint statement on remarks of Attorney Franklyn Gimbel

Dec. 23

File seeks information on Morales lawsuit, statusof chief hiring process

Dec. 23

New restaurant opens in the Garden District at Mitchell International Airport

Dec. 23

Alderman Stamper statement on Jeffrey Norman as acting MPD chief

Dec. 22

Ald. Lewis: Statement on COVID-19 relief package

Dec. 21

Ald. Rainey: Senseless homicide takes life of talented photographer, artist

Dec. 21

Pres. Johnson: Congratulations to trailblazer Sharon Purifoy

Dec. 21

Pres. Johnson: Statement on the Passing of Shirley Abrahamson

Dec. 21

Ald. Hamilton: Wise Appointment of Jeffrey Norman Gives the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners a Chance to Pause

Dec. 19

Ald. Lewis: Appointed acting police chief is great fit

Dec. 19

Ald. Murphy: Appointment of Jeffrey Norman as acting chief a great decision for Milwaukee

Dec. 18

Milwaukee Alderman Robert Bauman Praises Nomination of Mayor Pete as Transportation Secretary

Dec. 18

Alderman Robert Bauman applauds the appointment of Jeffrey Norman as acting chief

Dec. 18

Distribution planned for 1st annual New9th Christmas Toy Drive

Dec. 18

Alderman Bauman statement on COPS grant

Dec. 16

Broader conversation on public safety needed now

Dec. 16

It's Not Just About 30 Police Officers - The debate about the federal COPS grant is really about long-term commitments and generational change

Dec. 16

City to restart collection of license fees

Dec. 15

Ald. Johnson & Ald. Dimitrijevic: Statement on the nomination of Amanda Avalos to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

Dec. 15

Ald. Stamper: Walnut Way leading the way with second phase of Commons project

Dec. 11

New Use of Force Standard Operating Procedure Reflects Community Desires

Dec. 11

Deadline looms for assistance with affordable health care open enrollment

Dec. 09

City receives perfect score on Human Rights Campaign’s Municipality Equality Index

Dec. 09

Equal Rights Commission announces Municipality Equality Index score, International Human Rights Day celebration

Dec. 09

Council members request opinion on available options to support selection of new police chief

Dec. 04

1st Annual New9th Christmas Toy Drive aims to Brighten Season for Hundreds of Kids

Dec. 04

Nominations now being accepted for 2020 Dr. James G. White 6th District Difference Makers Awards

Dec. 02

Garden District tree lighting event set

Dec. 01

Public Safety and Health Committee meeting to feature key FPC files

Nov. 30

Virtual Housing Resource Fair workshops now available for on demand viewing

Nov. 25

Council approves sale of city-owned foreclosed property to be used as a resource hub

Nov. 25

CARES Act legislation passed by Council

Nov. 24

40 for Life Blood Drive seeks donors

Nov. 24

President Johnson: Turning down COPS grant could hamstring efforts to address deadly threats

Nov. 23

Reminder - Virtual Housing Resource Fair is today

Nov. 21

President Johnson statement on Mayfair Mall shooting

Nov. 20

Ald. Zamarripa - Statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance

Nov. 20

Ald. Zamarripa - Federal grant would provide much needed aid for our city

Nov. 20

Virtual Housing Resource Fair will take place Saturday, November 21

Nov. 20

Joint statement: Recount seeks to delegitimize our votes in a failed attempt to steal an election

Nov. 18

Ald. Rainey: Help catch those responsible for murder of promising young man

Nov. 18

Northwestern Mutual and gener8tor partner to uplift Black-founded startups

Nov. 18

Virtual and Drive-Up Housing Resource Fair to Feature Key Agencies, Workshops

Nov. 17

Learn more about Fire Cadet Program opportunities during virtual recruitment

Nov. 13

New DirectConnectMKE Digitized Workforce Platform launched

Nov. 12

Ald. Dimitrijevic - Current state of COVID-19 calls for additional action

Nov. 12

Pres. Johnson: Sacrifice and service of veterans resonates more deeply this year

Nov. 11

Ald. Lewis - Veterans Day offers a time for recognition and gratitude

Nov. 11

Ald. Johnson - It’s time for America to move forward

Nov. 09

Ald. Murphy - Baseless investigation only seeks to cast doubt on our democracy

Nov. 07

Joint statement: Anti-displacement Plan receives award

Nov. 06

Joint statement: A budget that simply doesn’t go far enough

Nov. 06

Amended 2021 budget addresses key community issues including public health and safety, housing and more

Nov. 06

Ald. Dimitrijevic sponsors SafeVote budget amendment to support spring elections

Nov. 06

Council members ask FPC to halt MPD Chief hiring process

Nov. 05

President Johnson: Historic election response brings pride

Nov. 04

FREE Bublr Bike Rides On Election Day

Nov. 02

Alderman Rainey: Reckless driver takes lives in crash at 27th and Locust

Oct. 30

President Johnson and Mayor to host election and voting news conference

Oct. 30

An update is needed on the Fire and Police Commission

Oct. 30

Alderwoman Lewis: Hit-and-run crash involving reckless driver takes life of innocent girl

Oct. 30

Free pumpkin giveaway in Bronzeville happening TODAY

Oct. 30

Committee recommends approval of omnibus budget amendment

Oct. 29

Ald. Coggs sponsors budget amendments addressing key community issues

Oct. 28

Proposed budget amendment seeks to create unarmed response unit within fire department

Oct. 28

Ald. Stamper offers budget amendment to strengthen home ownership & stabilize neighborhoods

Oct. 28

Ald. Rainey targets fresh food access and neighborhood infrastructure in budget amendments

Oct. 28

Make sure your absentee ballot is counted!

Oct. 28

SafeHomes initiative expands lead abatement efforts for a lead-free Milwaukee

Oct. 27

Taste of the Gateway – Dining Days starts Wednesday, Oct. 28th

Oct. 27

REMINDER: Drive-Thru Job Fairs bringing opportunity to the community

Oct. 26

First Annual Hopkins Harvest Fest is today

Oct. 24

Wilson Park Gazebo refurbished as part of Eagle Scout project to be unveiled

Oct. 23

Granville Harvest Fest is set -- offering family-friendly activities

Oct. 23

Free pumpkin giveaway will take place tomorrow

Oct. 22

Community pop-up and grocery giveaway set for Sunday, Oct. 25th

Oct. 22

Committee to take up making MPD chief selection process more public

Oct. 21

Public Safety & Health Committee to discuss Police Satisfaction Survey results

Oct. 21

In-person early voting starts today

Oct. 20

Early voting starts today in Milwaukee

Oct. 20

Joint statement: Avoidable and senseless reckless driving crash takes beloved community leader, spouse

Oct. 20

Legislation seeks to disallow use of canines in use of force capacities

Oct. 20

Community groups to offer input on change needed

Oct. 16

Residents should be aware of potential Social Security scams

Oct. 16

Ald. Rainey: Resources are available for homeowners needing mortgage assistance

Oct. 16

Ald. Johnson - Supreme Court decision on 2020 Census a disappointment

Oct. 14

Council approves creating unarmed first responder program

Oct. 14

Ald. Rainey: Overnight parking regulations not helping our struggling citizens

Oct. 14

Ald. Dimitrijevic proposes outdoor dining guidelines for cold weather season

Oct. 14

Online, by mail voter registration deadline is today

Oct. 14

Council approves 2021 Bronzeville Week

Oct. 13

Drive-Thru Job Fairs bringing opportunity to the community

Oct. 13

Council greenlights major expansion for 5xen Super Asian Market

Oct. 13

Files in support of election operations and federal COVID relief approved by Council

Oct. 13

Ald. Rainey: Statement on medical and death reports for officer incidents

Oct. 13

Statement on Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Oct. 12

Virtual 14th District neighborhood meeting set for Monday, October 26th

Oct. 12

Community Collaborative Commission ready for important work on formulating policing policy

Oct. 09

Ald. Zamarripa: Dysfunction at FPC is disheartening and infuriating

Oct. 09

Drive-in community conversations will discuss development in 5 Points neighborhood

Oct. 09

Ald. Johnson - Wisconsin Policy Forum report underscores broken budget system

Oct. 09

Silver Spring Neighborhood Center hosting voter registration event this Friday

Oct. 07

Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. to host voter registration events

Oct. 07

Ald. Dimitrijevic - COVID-19 necessitates reimagined 2020 Halloween

Oct. 06

Committee passes files to support election operations and federal COVID relief

Oct. 06

Census deadline extended to October 31

Oct. 05

Future for large numbers of Milwaukee students made brighter by key partners

Oct. 03

Fuel the Vote food drive and voter registration event set for tomorrow

Oct. 02

Municipal ID program to resume with changes to support COVID-19 health guidelines

Oct. 02

Community vigil in memory of Jason Cleereman postponed

Oct. 02

Communication file introduced to source community input on social justice issues

Oct. 02

Ald. Rainey: Business Restart 2.0 announced

Oct. 01

Alderwoman Coggs announces 6th District Landscape Award winners

Oct. 01

Ald. Rainey: Heinous shooting at funeral home unconscionable

Oct. 01

Garden District Fall Perennial Exchange will take place Saturday, Oct. 3

Oct. 01

Ald. Rainey: Renters must submit key document to landlord to avoid eviction

Sep. 30

Reminder: VIRTUAL town hall meeting set by Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs

Sep. 29

Office of Early Childhood Initiatives receives Outstanding Partnership Award

Sep. 29

Committee passes motion relating to protective services vacancies

Sep. 28

Wisconsin municipalities should be able to count mail-in ballots early

Sep. 28

Lindsay Heights neighborhood sign to be unveiled Sept. 28

Sep. 28

Alderman Hamilton invites community to Visual Vibes on Villard

Sep. 25

Ald. Zamarripa - Statement on #BiWeek

Sep. 25

Council approves resolution directing creation of zero-tolerance racism and sexism policy

Sep. 24

Ald. Johnson - Doors Open Milwaukee celebrates its 10th anniversary

Sep. 24

Milwaukee’s Central City gains invaluable maternal resource

Sep. 24

Garden District Tour of Homes will take place Sunday, September 27th

Sep. 24

HPC to hold hearing on guidelines for murals on historic buildings

Sep. 23

Milwaukee loses a strong community advocate to senseless shooting

Sep. 23

Step up and be counted in the 2020 Census

Sep. 23

Ald. Johnson - Wisconsin’s funding formula is clearly broken

Sep. 22

Council approves expansion of Historic King Drive BID

Sep. 22

UPDATED - Joint statement: We have your back, Colectivo workers

Sep. 22

Utilizing TIF funding to strengthen housing and improve homeownership a win for residents

Sep. 22

Joint statement: We have your back, Colectivo workers

Sep. 22

Virtual #New9thMKE Town Hall Meeting set

Sep. 22

Virtual joint public hearing on proposed 2021 city budget set for Oct. 6

Sep. 22

Celebrate Voter Registration Day the way it was intended

Sep. 22

6th District Virtual Town Hall Meeting to focus on 2021 City Budget, City Services

Sep. 21

Ald. Stamper: Two-year-old boy shot near 38th and Lloyd

Sep. 21

Council to consider support for declaring racism a public health crisis nationally

Sep. 21

Ald. Rainey - Colectivo workers deserve a platform to have their voices heard

Sep. 21

PSC votes to extend moratorium on utility disconnections until spring

Sep. 21

Ald. Coggs: Statement on the Death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Sep. 19

Ald. Johnson statement on the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Sep. 19

Alderwoman Dodd to Host Fall Town Hall Meeting to Discuss the Future of Public Safety & Accountability

Sep. 18

REMINDER: Deadline approaching for 6th District Landscape Awards

Sep. 18

Council members introduce resolution requesting Congress investigate allegations of medical misconduct of ICE detainees

Sep. 18

Ald. Coggs: Statement on the Jeannetta Simpson-Robinson Memorial Highway dedication

Sep. 17

UpStart Kitchen opens in 7th District

Sep. 17

Ald. Stamper - Actions must speak louder than words

Sep. 16

Ald. Zamarripa - Statement on Mexican Independence Day

Sep. 16

Washington Park Community Clean-Up and Essential Workers Celebration set for Saturday

Sep. 16

FREE meal program at Urban Ecology Center at Washington Park

Sep. 16

Committee set to discuss DNC finances, recruitment and retention of high-level positions

Sep. 15

UPDATED: Voter suppression to be focus of Hip-Hop Political Education Summit

Sep. 15

Committee moves first pieces of emergency housing initiative forward

Sep. 15

Voter suppression to be focus of Hip-Hop Political Education Summit

Sep. 15

Public Safety and Health Committee to hear file regarding MFD workplace incident

Sep. 14

Creation of deputy director position within Election Commission moves forward

Sep. 14

Complete the 2020 Census today!

Sep. 14

Communication files set to discuss elections, USPS changes

Sep. 12

Prescription Drug Take Back Day event set in 15th District

Sep. 10

Ald. Dodd encourages residents to take the City’s Budget Priority Survey

Sep. 09

Joint statement on Labor Day

Sep. 08

Grant program will help strapped arts and cultural organizations

Sep. 04

Additional CARES Act funding to be made available for early care and education

Sep. 03

Ald. Zamarripa: Joel Acevedo deserves justice

Sep. 03

Joint statement: Thank you, Dr. Jeanette Kowalik!

Sep. 02

Wisconsin communities continue to enact conversation therapy bans

Sep. 02

Ald. Rainey: New eviction moratorium in effect until end of year

Sep. 02

West Allis approves ban on conversion therapy

Sep. 02

Council approves Miller Park and Fiserv Forum voting sites

Sep. 01

Call made for landscape awards nominees

Sep. 01

There is still time to be counted in the 2020 Census

Sep. 01

Council unanimous in support of state lawsuit on USPS changes

Sep. 01

Ald. Spiker - Senseless Acts of Violence Leave Us Senseless

Sep. 01

Going dark for justice

Sep. 01

Milwaukee’s south side loses beloved community member

Aug. 31

2020 Census press conference set for TOMORROW - Tuesday, September 1st

Aug. 31

Ald. Coggs: Statement on the Pieper-Hillside Boys and Girls Club

Aug. 28

Women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. to participate in virtual AKA Day at City Hall

Aug. 28

Ald. Rainey: Proud and determined Milwaukee marchers make it to Washington

Aug. 28

Residents deserve better treatment after Hawley Road water main break

Aug. 28

Ald. Rainey: Troubling proposal seeks to harm cities that reduce funding for police

Aug. 27

Milwaukee athletes take a stand in support of racial justice

Aug. 27

Ald. Zamarripa: The world is watching and the silence is deafening from state legislative leaders

Aug. 27

Milwaukee Bucks put social justice at the forefront

Aug. 26

Reward for information in Tay Jackson shooting increased to $100k

Aug. 26

Ald. Coggs announces winner of Freedom Scholarship Essay Contest

Aug. 25

19th Amendment to be commemorated with special program outside City Hall

Aug. 25

Joint letter from Common Council members to state legislative majority leadership

Aug. 24

Ald. Zamarripa: Statement on the police shooting of Jacob Blake

Aug. 24

Ald. Johnson - Statement on the shooting of Jacob Blake

Aug. 24

Northwestern Mutual making an impact in Milwaukee neighborhoods

Aug. 24

Advertiser rejects billboard ads from Jay-Z business group

Aug. 22

Council Members send letter requesting USPS be fully funded, restore service cut backs

Aug. 21

Relief: PSC extends moratorium on utility shut-offs until October 1

Aug. 21

Ald. Dimitrijevic - 5G installation shouldn’t take precedence over residents’ quality of life

Aug. 21

Virtual 14th District town hall meeting set for Wednesday, September 9

Aug. 20

Deadline to apply for The Dolphin Pool is Sunday, August 23rd

Aug. 19

Young people stepping up to support our democracy

Aug. 19

Ald. Murphy: Article offers insight into how suburbs keep out affordable housing

Aug. 18

Drive-Thru Job Fairs offer immediate job opportunities

Aug. 18

Milwaukee City Channel to broadcast nightly DNC activities

Aug. 17

Regional meeting on opioid epidemic included Senator Baldwin

Aug. 12

Residents encouraged to share their thoughts on City budget priorities

Aug. 12

Ald. Johnson - Dr. Terence N. Thomas Scholarship Fund continues to make an impact on local youth

Aug. 12

Bronzeville Crossing celebrates grand opening at Mitchell International Airport

Aug. 11

Joint statement: MKE has the opportunity to usher in lasting change

Aug. 11

Make sure your vote counts in tomorrow’s primary election

Aug. 10

Council members request report from Mayor on finances, security related to DNC

Aug. 10

Joint statement: Milwaukee has an opportunity to usher in lasting change

Aug. 09

Ald. Johnson - It’s time for the MPD and FPC to move forward

Aug. 07

Bronzeville Week final stretch includes Sleepover for Education, drive-in movie

Aug. 07

Council members urge Mayor to move without delay in nominating new FPC executive director

Aug. 06

Northside pop-up farmers market begins next week

Aug. 06

Registration now open for Bronzeville Week drive-in movie night

Aug. 06

Ald. Zamarripa: MPD Chief Morales and FPC Chairman DeVougas deserve removal

Aug. 06

Bronzeville Sleepover for Education press conference set for TODAY

Aug. 04

Google Arts & Culture highlights all that Milwaukee has to offer

Aug. 04

8th Annual Bronzeville Week continues with events highlighting art, music and more

Aug. 03

Schedule of events is set for 8th Annual Bronzeville Week

Jul. 31

Recent study outlines grim reality for African-Americans in Milwaukee

Jul. 30

Ald. Johnson - State mask mandate is in the best interest of Wisconsin residents

Jul. 30

Ald. Rainey - In remembrance of John Lewis

Jul. 30

Ald. Dodd: Keep Marching!

Jul. 29

The People’s Maps Commission application deadline days away

Jul. 29

Pres. Johnson: City efforts against reckless driving to include restriping of Grantosa Drive

Jul. 29

Common Council approves VIRTUAL 2020 HaRUNbee Walk/Run as part of Bronzeville Week

Jul. 29

Council approves resolution seeking to provide greater broadband access throughout Milwaukee

Jul. 28

Ald. Dimitrijevic to host virtual meeting to discuss traffic safety on Superior St.

Jul. 28

Council approves look at using TIF dollars for home ownership program

Jul. 28

Council approves election grants to help provide voting access, security

Jul. 28

Council approves ordinance requiring equity impact statements

Jul. 28

Good Hope Library to debut in the New 9th this week

Jul. 28

Ald. Dodd: When protests go from peaceful to illegal

Jul. 27

Council to take up resolution urging FPC to require MPD members to issue business cards

Jul. 27

Special Public Safety & Health Committee meeting set for Monday, July 27

Jul. 25

Common Council opposes divisive and unwanted federal action in Milwaukee

Jul. 24

President Johnson: Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the ADA

Jul. 24

Council could back federal agent identification legislation

Jul. 23

PSC votes to extend moratorium on utility disconnections

Jul. 23

Renters in need of assistance encouraged to utilize local resources

Jul. 22

President Johnson: Two-year-old girl shot, killed last night in 2nd District

Jul. 22

Finance and Personnel Committee to discuss broadband access throughout Milwaukee

Jul. 22

Milwaukee Alphas and Ald. Stamper working to say “Thanks!” to local essential workers

Jul. 21

Committee moves forward with grants to help bolster voting access, security

Jul. 21

Joint statement: We Can Do Better

Jul. 20

Joint statement: We have no confidence in Chief Morales

Jul. 20

John Lewis: A champion for the rights of the underserved and underrepresented

Jul. 20

Pres. Johnson: White House threat of federal agents in Milwaukee is unnecessary

Jul. 20

Joint statement: Remembering John Lewis

Jul. 20

Alderman Borkowski voices his support for Chief Alfonso Morales

Jul. 20

Public comment sought again for next set of cabinet-level appointees

Jul. 18

Ald. Murphy: Current openings make no sense, and the public deserves answers

Jul. 17

Ald. Zamarripa: Layoffs hit Potawatomi Hotel & Casino

Jul. 17

Resolutions urging FPC to adopt new reform policies recommended for approval

Jul. 17

Council members seek reversal of PSC's utility power shut-off decision

Jul. 17

Public Works Committee to take up park renaming for late Council member

Jul. 14

Public comment wanted for next set of cabinet-level appointees

Jul. 14

Serve our democracy and your city: Become a poll worker!

Jul. 14

Milwaukee Youth Council funding recommendations highlight important needs

Jul. 13

Ald. Zamarripa: Common Council unanimous in approving citywide masking policy

Jul. 13

Common Council unanimously approves MKE Cares mask ordinance

Jul. 13

Police accountability and justice take a step forward with FPC charges against Officer Mattioli

Jul. 11

Selection of next executive director of the Fire and Police Commission must involve community and must be transparent

Jul. 10

Council approves $100K for helping indigent defendants

Jul. 10

MKE Cares gains approval from Public Safety and Health Committee

Jul. 09

We listened: new MKE Cares ordinance moves forward

Jul. 08

Joint statement: Change - to make or become different

Jul. 08

Ald. Lewis: We must remain diligent in combating reckless driving

Jul. 08

Thank you for your service Executive Director Aldrete

Jul. 08

Council approves ‘weapon drawn’ legislation for FPC to review

Jul. 08

Identified solutions put forward in final report of Carjacking and Reckless Driving Task Force

Jul. 07

CombinedFINALReport6-7-2020-1.pdf

Jul. 07

Council effort to create lead-safe program moves forward

Jul. 07

Ald. Johnson on confirmation of Claire Woodall-Vogg as Executive Director of the Milwaukee Election Commission

Jul. 07

Common Council passes legislation calling on FPC to ban chokeholds by police and honoring Joel Acevedo

Jul. 07

Resolution requiring Council approval for purchasing of crowd control and militaristic equipment approved

Jul. 07

Resolution requesting Fire and Police Commission implement a database for sworn personnel approved

Jul. 07

President Johnson: Gun violence comes to Midtown Center

Jul. 06

Ald. Johnson on the nomination of Claire Woodall-Vogg as Executive Director of the Milwaukee Election Commission

Jul. 02

Committee passes resolutions urging Fire and Police Commission to enhance community outreach and diversity

Jul. 02

Fireworks harm the quality of life in our neighborhoods

Jul. 01

Communication file introduced to seek answers regarding MFD incident

Jun. 30

MKE Cares: Ordinance would require mask wearing in public spaces

Jun. 30

Committee approves project plan, development agreement and TID creation in 15th Aldermanic District

Jun. 30

Committee passes resolution supporting Gov. Evers’ policing accountability and transparency reforms

Jun. 29

Alderman Stamper and Alderwoman Coggs introduce communication files to tackle community concerns

Jun. 29

City launching pilot e-comment feature for public comment on cabinet-level appointments

Jun. 29

Ald. Rainey: African-American music helps us rise to the occasion

Jun. 29

Residents encouraged to provide comment on upcoming Mayoral appointees

Jun. 25

Committee approves ordinance requiring minority impact statements

Jun. 25

Committee approves application and acceptance of funding for Century City Triangle Neighborhood Park

Jun. 25

Protests throughout Wisconsin must remain peaceful

Jun. 24

Public comment wanted for Mayor’s cabinet-level appointees

Jun. 23

Shalem Healing continues offering free COVID-19 testing on Wednesdays

Jun. 23

Ald. Stamper: Let us not lose sight of our goals

Jun. 23

Ald. Johnson: Work to improve equity for communities of color starts from within

Jun. 22

Ald. Rainey: Only time will tell if a new day is dawning in Milwaukee

Jun. 22

Ald. Murphy: Juneteenth Day important now more than ever

Jun. 19

Juneteenth Day a time for reflection, celebration

Jun. 19

Juneteenth Day community art event set for tomorrow – June 19th

Jun. 18

Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony set for City Building

Jun. 18

Joint statement: Study shows Wisconsin ranking last in racial equality in jobs, wealth

Jun. 18

Wheelin’ at Westlawn FREE bicycle tune-up event scheduled

Jun. 17

Fireworks make celebrations exponentially more dangerous

Jun. 17

Council passes resolution seeking Juneteenth Day become a federal holiday

Jun. 17

Council members urge full funding for Office of African-American Affairs in 2021 budget

Jun. 17

Ald. Lewis: Juneteenth Day flag will fly over city building this year

Jun. 16

Community deserves to hear from department leaders on plans for change

Jun. 16

Ald. Lewis: The time is now for police use of force reform

Jun. 16

Council passes resolution seeking greater accountability for officers involved in homicides

Jun. 16

Common Council approves “I can’t breathe” resolution

Jun. 16

Shalem Healing offering COVID-19 testing Wednesday, June 17th

Jun. 16

President Johnson seeks 10% MPD budget reduction in 2021 to be reallocated for vital community needs

Jun. 15

Alderwoman Dimitrijevic Cosponsors Legislation to Reinvest in Milwaukee

Jun. 15

Alderman Perez: It’s Time to Reform and Reinvest

Jun. 15

Moratorium on utility disconnections to be lifted July 25

Jun. 12

Reminder - Business Restart Grant applications due today

Jun. 12

Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list lottery to open June 23

Jun. 12

MPD Twitter statement a misguided dig at local leaders

Jun. 11

Resources available to assist Garden District business owners

Jun. 11

Ald. Rainey encourages small businesses to submit Restart Grant applications

Jun. 11

Legislation would require MPD to detail inventory, planned purchases of military-grade equipment

Jun. 10

Ald. Murphy: Grant extension of $500K good news for MKE’s efforts to combat opioid epidemic

Jun. 10

Free Summer Meal Program Starting up at Washington Park site

Jun. 10

Appointments made to Community Collaborative Commission

Jun. 10

Hip-Hop Week MKE 2020 canceled due to COVID-19

Jun. 09

FREE COVID-19 nasal testing continues at Bader

Jun. 09

Ald. Murphy: The Tone deaf appointment of Steve Baas to VISIT Milwaukee board chair

Jun. 09

President Johnson urges action to rebuild public trust, push reform

Jun. 08

Joint statement: Phase Three reopening of Milwaukee is underway

Jun. 08

Message from Common Council to Our Police Chief - “Chief Morales, Say Their Names!”

Jun. 08

Milwaukee Election Commission, U.S. Postal Service to discuss Spring General Election

Jun. 08

Joint statement: Dialogue and listening critical to moving forward

Jun. 07

Ald. Stamper to introduce “I can’t breathe” resolution

Jun. 05

Alderman Stamper’s #WeWork clean-up initiative set for tomorrow

Jun. 05

Joint statement on video of officer restraining protester with knee

Jun. 04

Ald. Murphy: Protests must remain peaceful in the interest of public safety

Jun. 04

Ald. Zamarripa - Statement on protests in Milwaukee

Jun. 04

Ald. Perez on Accountability, Oversight, and the Public Trust

Jun. 04

Let the Fire and Police Commission know how you feel about MPD Chief Morales

Jun. 03

Ald. Lewis sends letter to the Executive Director of the Fire and Police Commission

Jun. 03

Active Streets for Businesses program approved by committee

Jun. 03

Ald. Chantia Lewis: Justice for ALL People

Jun. 03

SafeVote plan to be discussed at upcoming Judiciary & Legislation Committee meeting

Jun. 02

Alderwoman Zamarripa postpones virtual town hall meeting

Jun. 02

Bader Philanthropies to again offer COVID-19 testing

Jun. 02

Property tax resolution passed by Common Council

Jun. 02

Alderwoman Dimitrijevic and Supervisor Clancy Welcome the Justice for George Floyd Peaceful Protest to Bay View

Jun. 02

Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa to host virtual town hall covering city services

Jun. 01

Pres. Johnson: In Milwaukee we need reforms and better communication, accountability

Jun. 01

King Drive clean-up starts at noon TODAY

Jun. 01

Property tax resolution to be discussed at special Common Council meeting

May. 29

Rental assistance program coming soon to eligible residents

May. 29

Alderman Pérez on the nomination of Lafayette Crump to be DCD Commissioner

May. 29

Alderman Rainey requests eviction moratorium reinstatement from Governor Evers

May. 28

Ald. Coggs: Instituting hazard pay a matter of fairness for front line City employees

May. 27

Ald. Murphy: The coming end of an era: Thank You Rocky Marcoux!

May. 27

Bader Philanthropies offering COVID-19 testing tomorrow – May 27th

May. 26

Testing options still available for north side residents

May. 26

Reopening only works by keeping our community safe

May. 22

Ald. Rainey: Help needed to find hit-and-run suspects

May. 22

Alderman Borkowski to Mayor: Time for full business reopening for Milwaukee

May. 20

MaskUpMKE donates 2,100 masks to the Department of Public Works

May. 20

MaskUpMKE providing invaluable support for residents of Milwaukee

May. 20

Committee to take up resolution in support of equity amid furloughs, budget restrictions

May. 20

Make sure you are counted in the 2020 Census

May. 19

Pres. Johnson: Kick-starting our economy starts with helping small minority owned businesses

May. 18

Board of Review extends assessment objection deadline to June 8

May. 15

The more you know: Officers paid while suspended is standard in Milwaukee

May. 15

Ald. Lewis: Through the darkness we see a glimmer of light on the far northwest side

May. 14

City of Milwaukee will continue to be “Safer-at-Home”

May. 14

Public Safety & Health Committee to discuss impact of COVID-19 on communities of color

May. 13

Wisconsin approved to accept SNAP benefits online

May. 13

Ald. Lewis: Thousands of businesses can now reopen under latest 'turning of the dial'

May. 13

Alderman Rainey encourages 7th District residents to utilize free COVID-19 testing

May. 13

Council members to probe fatal assault incident during party hosted by MPD officer

May. 12

Ald. Lewis: Full COVID-19 testing is welcome and needed for care facility residents and workers

May. 11

Ald. Lewis: Free COVID-19 testing available starting today

May. 11

Council members request extension of deadline to appeal property assessments

May. 11

Joint statement on free COVID-19 testing for Milwaukee’s communities of color

May. 08

Amendment to help furloughed workers falls just short

May. 08

Council members introduce resolution in support of equity amid furloughs, budget restrictions

May. 08

Property assessments to be discussed at special Judiciary and Legislation Committee meeting

May. 07

Alderman Stamper: Tragedy occurs at 27th and North

May. 06

Entrees for 12th Annual Freedom Essay Scholarship Contest now being accepted

May. 04

Road reconstruction project begins on North 60th Street

May. 04

Online curriculum initiative offers the chance at a FREE computer

May. 01

ADVISORY Neighborhood collection drive and delivery will take place TOMORROW

Apr. 30

Silence from Cudahy, Smithfield Foods could be deadly (Joint Statement)

Apr. 30

Property assessments can be appealed – important information for property owners

Apr. 30

Ald. JoCasta Zamarripa: In recognition of LGBTQ+ survivors

Apr. 30

Walgreens to begin offering COVID-19 tests free of charge to qualified individuals

Apr. 30

Bronzeville Week celebration to take place with changes amid COVID-19 pandemic

Apr. 29

Ald. Zamarripa: Committee assignments prioritize expertise

Apr. 29

Joint statement on standing together on Denim Day

Apr. 29

Ald. Stamper: Shooting leaves questions, with community reeling in sadness

Apr. 28

Ald. Dimitrijevic: Honored to be named Chair of Public Safety and Health Committee

Apr. 28

Common Council President Cavalier Johnson announces 2020-2024 committee assignments

Apr. 28

Time to get to work for residents of the 8th Aldermanic District

Apr. 28

People without a regular doctor can now get tested for COVID-19 as health centers ramp up testing capacity

Apr. 28

Lincoln Avenue Elementary named Green Ribbon School

Apr. 27

Alderman Borkowski: We have assessments on steroids

Apr. 27

Council members seek answers in assault incident during party hosted by MPD officer

Apr. 25

Time is now for federal universal basic income payments

Apr. 24

Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. offers COVID-19 testing for the uninsured

Apr. 24

Milwaukee loses a leader in George Matthews

Apr. 24

Una nueva opción de multas para ayudar a prevenir la propagación del mortal coronavirus en Milwaukee

Apr. 23

President Johnson: Statement on the passing of SDC Commissioner George Matthews

Apr. 23

Council approves new citation option to help prevent spread of deadly coronavirus

Apr. 22

Alderwoman Lewis: Council passes ordinance to support enforcement of “Safer-at-Home” order

Apr. 22

President Johnson: Thank you Representative Fields for your years of service

Apr. 22

Statement: Alderman Cavalier Johnson elected Common Council President

Apr. 21

Common Council gives SafeVote legislation unanimous approval

Apr. 21

Alderwoman Coggs to introduce legislation creating new health committee

Apr. 20

Ald. Lewis: Quick action needed to address COVID-19 outbreaks tearing through long-term care facilities, low-income communities

Apr. 20

Special swearing-in to recognize historic Council milestone prior to charter meeting

Apr. 20

Benefits process for those seeking COVID-19 relief takes step forward

Apr. 17

Ald. Coggs seeks probe of city’s absentee ballot process ahead of fall election

Apr. 15

Alderwoman Lewis: Milwaukee, City Hall to #LightItBlue in support of healthcare workers

Apr. 15

President Hamilton: Moving the convention center expansion forward is a win-win-win for city, residents

Apr. 15

SafeVote boosts voter safety and reduced disenfranchisement in the fall election

Apr. 15

#TheNew9thMKE takes step toward new development

Apr. 15

Ald. Lewis seeks quicker benefits process for residents hurting because of COVID-19

Apr. 09

Ald. Coggs: Voters and election workers make the best of a tough situation

Apr. 08

Ald. Donovan: Will No One Have the Courage and Good Sense to Postpone the Spring General Election?

Mar. 31

Council members to send strong message on stay-at-home order

Mar. 27

Common Council to offer safe and accessible viewing of meetings

Mar. 23

Alderman Donovan urges Governor to postpone April 7 election

Mar. 20

Ald. Donovan: In the Stand-Off Between Mayor Barrett and Chief Morales, Residents are the Real Losers

Mar. 09

Ald. Donovan: Red Light Cameras Are Not the Cure for What Ails Milwaukee

Feb. 25

Ald. Donovan: Reckless driving claims Dean of MU College of Business Administration

Feb. 12

Ald. Donovan - Is MPS Truly Willing to Stand Against Hate?

Feb. 05

Ald. Donovan: Reckless driving leads to officer being shot in the line of duty

Feb. 04

Ald. Donovan: Shame on Judge Milton Childs Crime Cannot Be Deterred Without Consequences

Jan. 09