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2022 Common Council Press Releases

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Council members Chambers, Rainey and Stamper partnering on free meal box effort

Dec. 28

Bilingual joint statement from the full Common Council: Help keep our community safe amid harsh winter weather

Dec. 23

Help keep our community safe amid harsh winter weather

Dec. 22

Statement in Support of City’s Census Count Questions Resolution Challenge

Dec. 21

Joint statement on the proposed closing of the Ascension St. Francis Hospital labor and delivery unit

Dec. 20

Ald. Bauman, Near West Side Partners to give away turkeys this holiday season

Dec. 20

Harambee Small Business Crawl to highlight local entrepreneurs TODAY

Dec. 16

Ald. Coggs to host office hour in the district Monday, December 19

Dec. 16

Housing Trust Fund allocation provides support for Riverwest apartments, food center

Dec. 14

Council approves 14 Housing Trust Fund projects to create new homes, create jobs and help with repairs

Dec. 13

TID 114 created to support mixed-use development in 6th District

Dec. 13

Council adopts resolution creating Tax Incremental District No. 111 in 3rd District

Dec. 13

Alderman Chambers: Postal worker killed while serving the public

Dec. 12

12th Annual Housing Resource Fair is Saturday, December 10

Dec. 07

Alderman Brostoff: Youth offender rehabilitation must be our highest priority

Dec. 05

Nominations now being accepted for 2022 Dr. James G. White 6th District Difference Makers Award

Dec. 01

Housing Trust Fund projects selected, will go to Council for review

Dec. 01

Applications now being accepted for Early Childhood Workforce Stipend Program

Dec. 01

City establishes Bronzeville development incentive zone

Nov. 30

GiveMKE platform now accepting cash contributions and volunteers for city initiatives

Nov. 28

Special elections called to fill vacancies in three aldermanic districts

Nov. 28

Garden District ushers in the holiday season with multiple events this week

Nov. 28

Council adopts ordinance to rename street in honor of Dr. William Finlayson

Nov. 22

Alderman Rainey and Alderman Stamper team up to provide turkeys this Thanksgiving

Nov. 22

Alderman Chambers: Fatal fires provide a stark reminder about fire safety

Nov. 22

Common Council Concludes 2023 City Budget Process

Nov. 22

Breaking Bread Community Thanksgiving Feast returns this Thursday

Nov. 21

Alderwoman Zamarripa statement on mass shooting in Colorado

Nov. 20

Alderman Rainey: Safe & Sound a welcome addition to the 7th District

Nov. 18

Ald. Zamarripa - Statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance

Nov. 18

Housing Resource Fair POSTPONED for 11/19 – now set for Saturday, December 10th

Nov. 17

Ald. Murphy invites the public to City Christmas Tree Lighting event

Nov. 17

Alderwoman Coggs to participate in Policymakers for Peace initiative

Nov. 16

Public invited to special swearing-in ceremony for new Aldermen

Nov. 15

Ald. Coggs: Proud that Bucks’ new City Edition “Gathering Place” uniform is inspired by Bronzeville mural

Nov. 15

Mayoral budget vetoes to be taken up at Common Council meeting on November 22

Nov. 11

Joint statement: Eight-lane I-94 East-West project proposal not in the best interest of area residents

Nov. 11

Alderwoman Coggs and Kappa Phi partner for community coat drive

Nov. 09

Ald. Borkowski invites residents to public safety focused community engagement session

Nov. 09

Ald. Bauman: Elected officials are not immune from city’s epidemic of gun violence

Nov. 08

South Shore Cruise Dock redevelopment set to move forward

Nov. 07

Alderwoman Coggs sponsors budget amendments aimed at equity and inclusion, violence prevention, and more

Nov. 04

Alderman Murphy sponsors budget amendments aimed at combatting reckless driving, boosting city parks

Nov. 04

Common Council adopts amended 2023 City budget

Nov. 04

Alderwoman Dimitrijevic brings more traffic calming measures to Humboldt Park area

Nov. 03

Joint statement: Likely criminal case looming against former deputy director of the Election Commission

Nov. 03

Ald. Murphy - 2022 City Christmas Tree hails from the 10th District

Nov. 01

Alderwoman Coggs: National Geographic global recognition boosts Milwaukee and Bronzeville

Oct. 29

Northcott Neighborhood House Trunk-or-Treat takes place Sunday, October 30

Oct. 28

Alderwoman Coggs announces 6th District Landscape Award winners

Oct. 28

Ald. Murphy invites residents to public safety focused community engagement session

Oct. 27

Alderman Rainey joins with Sherman Phoenix to host Youth Coat Giveaway

Oct. 25

Big Clean MKE to beautify neighborhoods citywide once again!

Oct. 25

Recipients of Alert Neighbor Program funds to be announced at City Hall

Oct. 24

Public input drives budget amendment that seeks to restore library and fire services

Oct. 24

Ald. Rainey: Milwaukee’s digital divide made worse by service providers, analysis shows

Oct. 24

Alderwoman Coggs to take part in Vel Phillips Forum event

Oct. 24

Eligible Milwaukee residents can & should apply for federal student loan debt relief

Oct. 21

Alderman Spiker to host town hall meeting on 2023 city budget

Oct. 19

Wisconsin Help for Homeowners program Application Deadline Extended to December 30th

Oct. 18

REMINDER: Drive-Thru Job Fairs Taking Place at Three Locations!

Oct. 18

“Taste of the Gateway – Dining Days” kicks off on Wednesday, October 19

Oct. 17

13th District Trunk and Treat happening Wednesday, October 19

Oct. 17

Alderman Rainey lauds Milwaukee Anchor Collaborative plan to hire and spend more with City’s underserved

Oct. 17

Full Council joint statement: Senseless gun violence ends a much-loved 12-year-old’s journey before it gets started

Oct. 14

Final 2022 Drive-Thru Job Fairs to bring opportunity to the community

Oct. 13

Alderman Bauman: Homicidal reckless driver kills pastor at busy downtown intersection

Oct. 13

Virtual public hearings: City seeks public input for Community Development Block Grant Funding

Oct. 11

Recipients of Alert Neighbor Program funds to be announced October 24

Oct. 07

DACA decision creates continued uncertainty for thousands of immigrants

Oct. 07

Public comment welcome at hybrid committee hearing regarding 2023 City budget

Oct. 06

Alderwoman Coggs: Statement on youth involved shooting at 21st and Keefe

Oct. 05

Nomination deadline looming for 6th District Landscape Awards

Oct. 05

Fall Perennial Exchange continues beautification efforts on the South Side

Oct. 05

DirectConnectMKE (DCMKE) Promotes 100+ Job Openings Following Latest City Drive-Thru Job Fair

Oct. 04

Hyundai security kit to prevent car thefts should be offered free of charge

Oct. 03

2nd Annual Beerline Shuffle community walk - details

Sep. 30

Joint Public Hearing on the Mayor’s proposed 2023 city budget set for Monday night

Sep. 30

REMINDER: Alderwoman Coggs to host town hall meeting on 2023 city budget

Sep. 28

Bronzeville Week celebration set for August 5-12, 2023

Sep. 26

Alderwoman Coggs to host town hall meeting on 2023 city budget

Sep. 22

Big Clean MKE to return on Saturday, October 29

Sep. 22

Joint statement: Work remains to increase pay equity for Black women

Sep. 21

Despite difficult budget decisions ahead we must ensure our libraries remain strong

Sep. 20

Council votes to make Juneteenth an official city holiday

Sep. 20

Resolution authorizes city opposition to potential We Energies rate increases

Sep. 20

Alderwoman Coggs and Alderwoman Dodd to host Women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. TODAY

Sep. 20

Ald. Dimitrijevic invites residents to participate in 2023 city budget process

Sep. 19

Final Music on the Beerline performance set

Sep. 16

'We Locked In MKE' sleepover event this weekend aiming to help city teens

Sep. 16

Drive-Thru Job Fair events will again bring opportunity to the community

Sep. 15

Big Truck Day at the Bay View Bash set for this Saturday

Sep. 14

City Hall to host Hispanic Heritage Month event Friday, September 16

Sep. 14

Committee approves file advancing Homes MKE Program

Sep. 13

Hip Hop Caucus hosting free homecoming-themed community cookout in Milwaukee

Sep. 09

Nominations now open for 6th District Landscape Awards

Sep. 08

Movie in the Garden, Neighborhood Rummage coming to the Garden District this weekend

Sep. 08

Reminder: Bronzeville Update Meeting is TONIGHT (9/6/22)

Sep. 06

Young leaders encouraged to apply for openings on the Milwaukee Youth Council

Sep. 01

Alderwoman Coggs to host Sept. 6 Bronzeville Update Meeting

Sep. 01

International Overdose Awareness Day to be recognized across Milwaukee

Aug. 30

Last chance: Pop Up Farmers Market returns one last time for summer

Aug. 29

Donated school supplies to be delivered to Elm Creative Arts School TODAY

Aug. 26

Bay View Bash set to return Saturday, September 17 and will include Big Truck Day

Aug. 25

Community invited to Shop Center Street - The New Black Wall Street event

Aug. 25

Shop Center Street - The New Black Wall Street event set

Aug. 23

Bilingual release: Spanish closed captioning now available on Milwaukee’s City Channel

Aug. 23

MPD Districts 1 and 5 to celebrate National Night Out

Aug. 22

Residents invited to celebrity basketball game in recognition of Tay Day

Aug. 19

Bronzeville Sleepover for Education to benefit MPS set to go

Aug. 12

Common Council adopts resolution authorizing acceptance of opioid settlement funds

Aug. 12

President Pérez statement on the Common Council’s vote on the proposed juvenile correctional facility

Aug. 12

Closing days of Bronzeville Week 2022 feature new and returning events

Aug. 11

Bronzeville Week event featuring Jacob Latimore at capacity

Aug. 10

Bronzeville Week continues with events highlighting wellness, arts and more

Aug. 08

Drive-Thru Job Fairs Bringing Opportunity to the Community on Aug. 18th

Aug. 08

11th annual Bronzeville Week begins with weekend of events

Aug. 05

Pop Up Farmers Market returns with fresh foods (and more!) Tuesday, August 9

Aug. 05

Ald. Murphy: Abrupt closure of Hank Aaron State Trail leaves residents frustrated

Aug. 05

Donations now being accepted for Bronzeville Sleepover for Education

Aug. 04

REMINDER: Application deadline is TOMORROW for Alert Neighbor Program

Aug. 04

Strength for My Sisters giveaway offers help for those in need

Aug. 03

News conference tomorrow will welcome 11th annual Bronzeville Week

Aug. 02

Community can help paint huge Bronzeville wood letters as part of Bronzeville Week art project

Jul. 29

NWSCDC Pop Up Farmers Market Series returns!

Jul. 29

Garden District Tour of Homes to take place Saturday, July 30

Jul. 28

Council adopts Ald. Dimitrijevic-sponsored ADA ordinance to help businesses, persons with disabilities

Jul. 28

President Pérez: Lead Enforcement Ordinance brings consequences for landlords’ inaction

Jul. 28

News conference set to launch Crime Stoppers-adorned MCTS bus

Jul. 27

Housing Trust Fund now accepting applications for new round of grant funding

Jul. 25

News conference: How to apply for Housing Trust Fund grant funding

Jul. 22

Schedule released for 11th annual Bronzeville Week

Jul. 22

Council President Pérez eyes April 2023 special election for vacant 9th District seat

Jul. 19

Music on the Beerline ready to kick off

Jul. 14

Council Approves Building Sale for Child Care Facility

Jul. 14

Sherman Park Grocery to celebrate grand opening tomorrow

Jul. 14

Joint statement on Wisconsin Supreme Court ballot drop box decision

Jul. 12

HaRUNbee 5K Walk/Run for Healthy Birth Outcomes approved as part of Bronzeville Week 2022

Jul. 12

Common Council passes resolution moving tiny homes initiative forward

Jul. 12

Council to recognize Juneteenth Pageant winners

Jul. 11

Skyline Music series set to start at Kadish Park

Jul. 08

3rd Annual Frida Fest returns this weekend

Jul. 07

Applications now being accepted for Alert Neighbor Program

Jul. 06

News conference to re-launch Alert Neighbor Program is TODAY

Jul. 06

Reminder: Ald. Coggs to host Bronzeville update meeting tomorrow

Jul. 05

Drive-Thru Job Fairs Bringing Opportunity to the Community!

Jul. 05

Ald. Borkowski - 4th of July fireworks in Milwaukee are out of control

Jul. 05

Ald. Stamper sponsors legislation aimed at improving gun safety

Jul. 01

Joint Statement: Ketanji Brown Jackson officially makes history on the Supreme Court

Jul. 01

New 9th to host Third Annual 4th of July Parade

Jun. 30

Block Party to honor Emani “Flash” Robinson

Jun. 30

Ald. Milele A. Coggs to host Bronzeville Update Meeting

Jun. 30

Ald. Zamarripa - Celebrating Pride Month in June and beyond

Jun. 30

Murder of Black transgender woman subject of City Hall news conference

Jun. 29

Reminder: 6th District summer town hall is tomorrow - June 29

Jun. 28

Ald. Coggs: $1 million investment in violence prevention holds promise to be impactful

Jun. 28

Ald. Lewis: A surplus of gun violence, but not enough help

Jun. 28

Joint Statement on Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade

Jun. 24

Steering and Rules Committee to hear women’s reproductive freedom file

Jun. 24

Applications now being accepted for Bronzeville Cultural & Arts Festival vendors

Jun. 24

Ald. Dodd hosting public safety meeting for District 5 residents this Saturday

Jun. 23

6th District summer town hall is Wednesday, June 29

Jun. 23

Metcalfe Park community event happening tomorrow – June 23

Jun. 22

Bronzeville Zoning Overlay Open House is TONIGHT

Jun. 22

Ald. Zamarripa introduces resolution supporting women’s reproductive freedom

Jun. 21

City Hall display offers continued opportunity to learn about Juneteenth

Jun. 20

Ald. Coggs invites community to participate in Juneteenth festivities this weekend

Jun. 17

Juneteenth flag to be raised above City Hall complex on Friday, June 17

Jun. 15

REMINDER: Virtual ARPA contracting workshop is Thursday, June 16

Jun. 15

Joint Statement on Wilson Park Creek incident

Jun. 14

Ald. Coggs encourages residents to take steps to stay cool amid heat advisory

Jun. 14

Community partners come together to address shortage of baby formula

Jun. 13

We Got This ready to kick off 10th season

Jun. 10

Virtual ARPA contracting workshop set for Thursday, June 16

Jun. 09

Committee approves resolution designating Juneteenth Day as an official city event

Jun. 08

‘Unity in the Community: Beyond the Walls’ event set to take place in Sherman Park

Jun. 08

Ald. Stamper: Midtown Neighborhood Identification Signage Walk set

Jun. 07

Plans set for 5th annual Promise Zone Bike Ride

Jun. 02

Howl on Howell returns this weekend to showcase local businesses

Jun. 02

Joint statement: RNC framework contract is a win-win for the City of Milwaukee

Jun. 01

Heal the Hood Block Party returns to infuse positive energy into the community

May. 26

Bilingual joint statement on mass shooting at school in Uvalde, Texas

May. 26

Joint Statement from all members on the Uvalde, Texas School Shooting

May. 25

Details: King Library Community Meeting

May. 19

Alderman Rainey: Help capture shooter who killed legally blind man

May. 19

Spring Perennial Exchange Continues Beautification Efforts on the South Side

May. 18

Coffee with the Captain set for Friday, May 20

May. 18

Alderman Stamper to Host Virtual Town Hall on new County Mental Health Clinic

May. 17

Call for artists goes out for the 2022 Bronzeville Artwalk

May. 16

Ald. Rainey: Amani Block by Block recognized with Mayor’s Design Award

May. 16

Ald. Coggs to host office hour in the district on Tuesday, May 24

May. 13

Ald. Rainey: Triple shooting takes two lives, permanently affects many others

May. 11

Bilingual joint statement: Additional street light improvements are on the way for residents

May. 10

Common Council members to discuss impact of street lighting ARPA allocation

May. 09

Nik Kovac issues statement on his departure from 3rd District Aldermanic seat

May. 09

Launch event set for new non-profit aiming to help troubled teens

May. 06

Community Collaborative Commission to hold hybrid town hall meeting

May. 05

Ald. Stamper: Reckless driving continues to unnecessarily claim lives

May. 05

Amani Neighbors Need Neighbors Blood Drive Event Set

May. 04

Bilingual release: License Division will issue Municipal ID cards with signature feature

May. 03

Ald. Lewis: Public safety technology partnership aims to make the community safer

May. 03

Bronzeville Overlay Study Public Meeting - REMINDER

May. 02

Ald. Coggs: Mario Willis named MPL Poet Laureate

Apr. 30

Riverworks Mother’s Day Marketplace event set

Apr. 29

Ald. Murphy: Police chase and horrific crash results in probation for reckless driver

Apr. 28

President Pérez Announces New Committee Assignments

Apr. 28

Bronzeville Overlay Study Public Meeting to take place May 2nd

Apr. 27

Joint Statement: 11th Denim Day Milwaukee

Apr. 27

Ald. Coggs: Celebrate Earth Day by cleaning up your community

Apr. 22

Ald. Stamper - The shootings must come to an end

Apr. 22

Ald. Borkowski - Reappointment of Fire Chief Aaron Lipski a win for Milwaukee

Apr. 22

Ald. Coggs: Pepperpot celebrates grand opening at new location on King Drive

Apr. 21

Ald. Rainey - Senseless violence prematurely takes the life of a 17-year-old mother

Apr. 20

Bilingual statement from Common Council President José G. Pérez

Apr. 20

Major spring cleanup set for Metcalfe and Sherman Parks

Apr. 20

President Pérez statement on new role, opportunity

Apr. 19

6th District town hall set -- will feature MPD Chief Norman

Apr. 19

Bilingual Statement on the election of Alderman José Pérez as Common Council President

Apr. 19

Joint statement: Black Maternal Health Week a time to support mothers throughout the community

Apr. 14

Ald. Zamarripa: Bilingual statement on the inauguration of Mayor Cavalier Johnson

Apr. 13

6th District town hall meeting to take place Wednesday, April 20

Apr. 12

Ald. Coggs introduces communication file related to individuals in police custody

Apr. 11

Confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson to Supreme Court shatters the glass ceiling

Apr. 07

Alderman Murphy: On the passing of former Alderman Wayne Frank

Apr. 07

Attend the “It’s a Spring Thing” community resource fest

Apr. 07

Committee to discuss creation of a workforce pipeline for CDL drivers

Apr. 07

Alderman Murphy: Congratulations, Mayor Johnson!

Apr. 06

Next administration must work to ensure Milwaukee is set up for future success

Apr. 05

Bilingual Statement: Proud work of César E. Chávez is alive and well in Milwaukee

Mar. 31

Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan sets Milwaukee up for success

Mar. 30

Ald. Coggs: Important moment as POTUS signs the Emmett Till Antilynching Act

Mar. 30

Applications now being accepted for Healing Spaces Initiative

Mar. 29

HOPE Kits aim to provide lifesaving tools for the community

Mar. 25

Bronzeville artist housing project set for launch

Mar. 25

Vel R. Phillips Trailblazer Award and Girls’ Day Scholarship honors bestowed as part of Girls' Day @ City Hall

Mar. 23

Joint statement: On the passing of Madame Secretary Madeleine Albright

Mar. 23

Alderwoman Lewis: Planet Fitness coming soon to the New9th!

Mar. 23

Alderman Hamilton encourages developers to submit plans for former theater property

Mar. 23

Lindsay Heights Housing Community Resource Fair and Update meeting set

Mar. 22

City of Milwaukee celebrates Women’s History Month

Mar. 21

12th Annual Girls’ Day @ City Hall set for tomorrow

Mar. 21

Milwaukee’s sister city Irpin, Ukraine is under siege, and can use some help

Mar. 18

Ald. Dimitrijevic: Paid parental leave gaining traction throughout Southeastern Wisconsin

Mar. 17

Habitat for Humanity begins construction on new houses in Harambee

Mar. 16

District 14 town hall meetings to take place this weekend

Mar. 16

City departments to begin training in violence prevention strategies

Mar. 15

Alderman Murphy statement on the passing of Michael Cudahy

Mar. 15

St. Patrick’s Day Parades return to Milwaukee after two years

Mar. 10

Wisconsin Help for Homeowners program now available to provide relief for residents

Mar. 10

Joint statement in recognition of International Women’s Day

Mar. 08

MPD to discuss measures to ensure public safety in district facilities

Mar. 08

City departments to detail anti-eviction measures, results at committee meeting

Mar. 07

Ald. Milele A. Coggs introduces file to discuss MMAC Region of Choice initiative

Mar. 04

12th Annual Girls’ Day @ City Hall to take place Tuesday, March 22

Mar. 02

Ald. Coggs: On the reemergence of America’s Black Holocaust Museum

Feb. 25

Mental health panel discussion and webinar to cap off city’s Black History Month celebration

Feb. 25

DirectConnectMKE Launches Social Media Campaign

Feb. 25

America's Black Holocaust Museum grand re-opening is TOMORROW

Feb. 24

REMINDER: Alderwoman Coggs to host virtual Black History Month Read-In

Feb. 23

Grant would fund study of 20th Century Milwaukee religious architecture

Feb. 22

Reminder: Nominations for 2022 Vel R. Phillips Trailblazer Award due Friday

Feb. 22

Committee to hear update on American Rescue Plan Act funds used for housing rehabilitation

Feb. 21

Reminder: Residents invited to attend Bronzeville area update meeting tomorrow

Feb. 21

Alderwoman Coggs to host virtual Black History Month Read-In

Feb. 18

Ald. Dimitrijevic: Parental paid leave policy has Milwaukee leading by example

Feb. 17

Bronzeville area update meeting set for Tuesday, February 22

Feb. 14

6th Annual 28 Days of Black History kicks-off Black History Month

Feb. 01

Nominations now being accepted for 2022 Vel R. Phillips Trailblazer Award

Feb. 01

Joint statement on the passing of Dr. Lester Carter

Jan. 31

REMINDER: MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit is Tomorrow

Jan. 28

Alderwoman Coggs to host King Drive business walkthrough TODAY

Jan. 27

Make plans to experience the 10th annual MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit

Jan. 26

Ald. Murphy: Once again, law enforcement risks their lives keeping the public safe

Jan. 26

Decision to reinstate ballot drop boxes is in the best interest of Wisconsin voters

Jan. 25

Ald. Stamper - Deaths of six individuals felt throughout the community

Jan. 24

Common Council adopts resolution amending City’s anti-harassment policy

Jan. 21

6th District Difference Makers honored for efforts in the community

Jan. 21

Trains manufactured in Milwaukee find new home in Lagos State, Nigeria

Jan. 20

10th annual MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit designated official City event

Jan. 19

Joint Statement - Ruling on ballot drop boxes sure looks like an effort to disenfranchise certain voters

Jan. 19

Reminder: Virtual 6th District town hall meeting set for Thursday, January 20

Jan. 19

Ald. Zamarripa: Redistricting action ignores growth and breadth of Milwaukee’s Latino community

Jan. 18

Speakers set for Monday (January 17) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. street renaming ceremony

Jan. 14

Ald. Murphy - Statement on the Heroic Actions of Off-Duty MPD Officer

Jan. 14

Alderman Bauman: Statement on officer involved Third Ward shooting

Jan. 14

Virtual 6th District town hall meeting set for Thursday, January 20

Jan. 13

Bronzeville named one of the New York Times’ 52 places to visit in 2022

Jan. 11

Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa Statement on Committee Redistricting Decision

Jan. 10

Joint statement: Thank you, Governor Tony Evers

Jan. 10

Ald. Rainey - Statement on homicide of 16-year-old Burger King worker

Jan. 03