Office of African American Affairs
Affordable land and leasing costs, abundant fresh water, an educated workforce, low business costs and easy access to financing, technical assistance and efficient transportation have helped local businesses succeed and grow.
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Department of Administration
The Department of Administration (DOA) is responsible for many of the centralized functions of the City of Milwaukee. DOA works to make Milwaukee one of the nations most attractive cities in which to live, work and do business by:
Explore our Hello Summer website for internships, jobs, events, youth programming, summer child care, summer camps, and more!
Find plenty of youth activities and free events to keep busy and have fun all summer long.
Your guide to enjoying a fun and safe summer! Get outdoors, explore your city, beat the heat, find summer fun for youth, get safety tips, and more. Find resources and helpful information from various City of Milwaukee departments.
One-on-one professional financial counseling services are available to city of Milwaukee residents through the Milwaukee Financial Empowerment Center. Services are free and available to all residents regardless of income. Increase your savings, pay down debt, improve credit, find affordable banking and more. Get started TODAY!
The City of Milwaukee is creating a Vision Zero Action Plan to make our streets safer and eliminate traffic deaths by 2037.
Visit our website to get involved, attend a meeting, or sign up for notifications.
The City of Milwaukee has been allocated approximately $394.2 million in direct ARPA assistance. It is the city’s goal to use the funds to enable the city and community to recover from the pandemic, address the needs of residents, families and neighborhoods hardest hit by the pandemic, and put our city on a path to a strong, inclusive and equitable recovery.
The Office of Community Wellness and Safety (formerly known as the Office of Violence Prevention OVP) has a mission to advance community engagement that strengthens youth, family, and community.
CDBG is responsible for applying for, recommending the allocation of, and overseeing the effective use of Local, State and Federal funds for programs in targeted central city neighborhoods. Most of the funding is to assist lower income families and remove blight.
The Purchasing Division's mission is to acquire Commodities and Services for City Departments in the most cost effective, efficient, and impartial manner within the appropriate guidelines.
The City of Milwaukee created the Office of African American Affairs (OAAA) by City ordinance to promote equal opportunities for African American residents in areas including (but not limited to): employment, education, job training, housing, health care, voting rights, business ownership, and more. The OAAA houses multiple services and organizations.
The City of Milwaukee’s Office of Early Childhood Initiatives (OECI) opened its doors in 2018 with a vision to ensure every child has the building blocks for success in school and life. OECI works collaboratively to ensure that all Milwaukee children from birth to three years old have access and exposure to learning environments that promote social-emotional development, cognitive growth, and lifelong success.
The Budget and Management Division serves as the City's executive budget office. Its responsibilities include development of the annual Executive Budget; implementation of the adopted budget; management analysis of City operations; and development and analysis of fiscal policy and legislative proposals.
Explore the City of Milwaukee's commitment to accessibility and inclusion for all residents. Get essential information about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), your rights, and how to report accessibility concerns. Discover our efforts to identify and eliminate barriers in services, programs, and facilities, ensuring a welcoming environment for individuals with disabilities. Join us in fostering a more accessible community!
The Environmental Collaboration Office (ECO) strives to make Milwaukee a world class eco-city. ECO develops practical solutions that improve people’s lives and the economy while working to protect and restore the natural eco-systems that are integral to our long-term prosperity.
The Charter School Review Committee was established to implement state legislation authorizing the operation of charter schools and serves as the review and monitoring arm of the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee. The CSRC’s mission is to ensure that the Common Council of Milwaukee is a quality authorizer of charter schools.
The City of Milwaukee uses information systems to add value to the community by delivering high quality services at the lowest possible cost.
Network and Telecommunications
IRD is responsible for identifying and developing relationships with other governmental jurisdictions in order to promote opportunities to solve intergovernmental issues to the city’s advantage. This includes seeking new and additional funding sources, and successfully promoting and managing the city’s legislative agenda.
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color, sex, age, disability, income level or Limited English Proficiency in programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance.
City of Milwaukee Title VI Public Notices
City of Milwaukee Title VI Complaint Procedures
City of Milwaukee Title VI Complaint Form
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Attendees can expect to meet with employers and career specialists from employment service agencies representing Milwaukee’s leading employment sectors including manufacturing, office, healthcare, retail, transportation/logistics and much more.