Alderman Lamont Westmoreland's Biography

A lifelong Milwaukee resident, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland was elected to the Milwaukee Common Council in a special election on April 4, 2023, marking the beginning of his journey in public office. He was re-elected for a full term on April 2, 2024.

In addition to representing the 5th District, Alderman Westmoreland serves as Vice Chair of the Public Works Committee and Vice Chair of the Judiciary and Legislation Committee. He also is a VISIT Milwaukee Board Member.

Before entering public service, Alderman Westmoreland worked with Hunger Task Force to combat food insecurity across Milwaukee. He also built a strong background in business lending during his time at Byline Bank, a leading SBA lender, where he helped small businesses secure financing for acquisitions, expansions, new construction, and franchise startups — with loans ranging from $100,000 to $5 million. A former small business owner himself, he founded and operated a professional coating business serving the greater Milwaukee area.

A proud graduate of Wauwatosa East High School, Alderman Westmoreland pursued studies in Business Management. Beyond his professional and public service roles, he is a devoted family
man, residing in Milwaukee’s 5th District with his wife and two children.

A passionate basketball fan, he proudly proclaims himself the biggest Milwaukee Bucks fan in the world and is a WIAA Master Level basketball official, now entering his 16th season.

Driven by a strong sense of purpose and commitment, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland continues to serve the people of Milwaukee’s 5th District with integrity, transparency, hard work, and a deep dedication to community progress.