Deanna Alexander
18th District Supervisor
Supervisor Deanna Alexander
Dear Neighbors,
It’s an honor to serve as your Milwaukee County Supervisor.
Congresswoman Barbara Jordan once said, “What the people want is very simple. They want an America as good as its promise.” That sentiment continues to inspire me. I believe government works best when it protects personal freedom, provides essential services efficiently, and remains accountable to the people it serves. In all that I do, I work to ensure that Milwaukee County government lives up to those ideals — focusing on practical solutions, responsible spending, and respectful collaboration.
President Ronald Reagan once reminded us that “Government’s first duty is to protect the people, not run their lives.” I take that balance seriously — listening to residents, asking tough questions, and supporting policies that improve our quality of life without unnecessary overreach. My duty is not to serve the government, not to serve politics, but to serve the people.
There’s always more work to do, and I look forward to continuing our conversations about how we can build a better, safer, and more sustainable Milwaukee County together.
How To Contact Me
Call my office at (414) 278-4259
Email me at [email protected]
Legislative Aide: Jamisha Gladney (414) 278-4257
About Supervisor Alexander
Supervisor Deanna Alexander represents Milwaukee County’s 18th District, home to more than 50,000 residents in the county’s northwestern corner bordering Waukesha, Washington, and Ozaukee counties. Find Your County Supervisor.
A lifelong Wisconsinite, Deanna studied Accounting and Business Management at the University of Wisconsin–Parkside and continued her graduate studies in Public Administration at Regent University and Taxation at the University of Denver. Her academic interests include pro-social rule breaking (PSRB) in public workplaces — the study of when innovation and rule flexibility can lead to better public outcomes.
Professionally, Deanna has served in municipal administration, public accounting, auditing, and social service contract management. She has served as the Village Administrator, Clerk, and Treasurer for the Village of Newburg, Wisconsin and as the Ongoing Services manager for Milwaukee County's foster care system, through the Wisconsin Department of Children & Families. Earlier in her career, she worked for the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division, making her one of the few former county employees ever elected to the County Board. She also served in the U.S. military in the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 57th Field Artillery Brigade.
Recognition and Leadership
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Named to a National “Top 10 Under 40 Future Leaders” list (2013)
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Recognized by the Milwaukee Police Association and honored as a “Hometown Hero” (2015)
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Completed a multi-year National Municipal Leadership and Management Training Cohort (2023) with the International City/County Management Association (ICMA)
Deanna has also served on numerous boards and committees, including:
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Board of Directors, Villa St. Francis Assisted Living
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Chair, Milwaukee County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Council
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Member, Milwaukee Child Welfare Partnership Council
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Finance Committee, Wisconsin Municipal Clerks Association
A Personal Note
Deanna’s life has been shaped by perseverance and empathy. Growing up with an incarcerated parent and family members navigating addiction, she understands firsthand the struggles that many families experience — from job loss to navigating complex government systems. Those experiences fuel her passion for helping people cut through red tape and get the support they need to pursue success and happiness.
In her personal life, Deanna has served as a treatment level foster parent, is ambitious with home improvement projects, and enjoys attending music festivals and volunteering for community harm-reduction efforts. No matter the area of life, she prides herself in providing practical and compassionate servant leadership you can trust.
Map of Supervisory District 18
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Parks in District 18
Below you will find a list of Milwaukee County parks located in District 18.
For more details (hours, amenities, maps, or rental info), click the park links above or visit the Milwaukee County Parks Find-a-Park page.
Milwaukee County Free Days
Milwaukee Public Museum
800 W. Wells St., Milwaukee | (414) 278-2728
Free to all (excluding groups) the first Thursday of every month, sponsored by Kohl’s. County residents get $2 off every day.
Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum
2220 N. Terrace Ave., Milwaukee | (414) 271-3656
Free admission for up to 4 for those receiving food assistance and military personnel/families.
Milwaukee Art Museum
700 N. Art Museum Dr., Milwaukee | (414) 224-3200
Free every day for kids 12 and under and Wisconsin K-12 teachers. Thursdays 4-8 p.m. pay what you wish.
Charles Allis Art Museum
1801 N. Prospect Ave., Milwaukee | (414) 278-8295
Free the first Thursday of the month. Free for members of indigenous tribes/native nations & for up to 4 for those receiving food assistance and military personnel/families.
Milwaukee County Zoo
10001 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee | (414) 256-5412
Check website for Family Free Days and other discounted admission. Parking fees still apply.
Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
929 E. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee | (414) 390-5437
Free admission on the third Thursday of each month (excluding groups).
War Memorial Center
750 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr., Milwaukee | (414) 273-5533
Free and open every day 8 a.m.-close.
View more information on free days at Milwaukee County attractions.
Voting Record
Click the link below to access Supervisor Alexander’s complete voting record.
*Please note: Supervisor Alexander's voting record reflects that she did not seek reelection for the 2020–2022 term
**Follow the link above and click “Action Details” for more information about each item, such as file number, file type, final vote results, and action taken.
Expense Report
Each member of the Milwaukee County Board is allotted an Individual Office Account (IOA) for expenses such as travel, subscriptions, tickets to events serving a county purpose, memberships to professional organizations, advertising, printing, stationary, postage and constituent newsletters. The following reports detail the expenses allocated to the 18th District Supervisory office.