Board of Supervisors
 
  • Refine Search

  • All Results

Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones

13th District Supervisor

2nd Vice-Chairwoman

Picture of Supervisor Coggs-JonesDear 13th District Residents,

I am so thankful to serve as your representative on the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors. I believe that ensuring the quality of and access to Milwaukee County services will help maintain a sufficient safety net for my constituents. Human services and behavioral health services are vital for everyone who has endured trauma during the pandemic and due to the racial disparities this country has witnessed and experienced. I will listen to your concerns regarding all matters of importance. Thank you again for giving me the opportunity to serve you on the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors!

How to Contact Me

Call my office at (414) 278-4265.

Email me at [email protected]

Sign Up for My E-Newsletter

About Supervisor Coggs-Jones

Supervisor Coggs-Jones was elected to the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors in a special election in 2021. Before joining the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors, Supervisor Coggs-Jones worked in human resources as a workshop facilitator. In this role, Supervisor Coggs-Jones developed skills in administrative tasks including interviewing, coaching, resume writing assistance and human services. Supervisor Coggs-Jones has a deep history of community involvement. In the area of workforce development, she has worked with a diverse group of individuals, including those coming out of incarceration, entry level job seekers, and people dealing with professional setbacks.

Supervisor Coggs-Jones is the founder of Urban Grass Roots (UGR) Inc., which provides community block clean-ups and embellishing efforts in partnership with residents. Her passion for beautification was sparked by her past work for Milwaukee County Parks at the lakefront. While working there she envisioned what our community could look like if we put a little more effort and time into enhancing our community. Since 2009, Ms. Coggs-Jones has showcased her vision for UGR Inc. through countless clean-ups, Earth Day celebrations and other enhancing activities. She strongly believes that with help from the community we can make a difference and impact for our neighborhoods.

Supervisor Coggs-Jones believes that collective effort and collaboration with residents lead to healthy communities, saying, “Our family’s commitment to humanity leaves a lasting impact on Milwaukee County. It is a priority for me to continue that commitment to humanity.”

Supervisor Coggs-Jones serves on the following committees:

  • Transportation, Public Works and Transit
  • Intergovernmental RelationsCommittee Member

     

Supervisor Coggs-Jones is committed to:

  • Transportation
  • Job Creation
  • Improve Access for Mental Health and Human Services
  • Diversity & Inclusion in Milwaukee County Government

Map of the 13th Supervisory District

(click to view full size)

13th Supervisory District County Parks

Supervisor Coggs-Jones feels that we can continue to build on Milwaukee County Parks improvements with urban agriculture to decrease food insecurity. Such collaborations will bridge the gap between resources and the people.

All Press Release, Newsletter and In The News content dated prior to April 18, 2022, reflects Supervisor Coggs-Jones representing County Supervisory District 10 prior to decennial Milwaukee County redistricting.

Please wait while we gather your results.

Press Releases

Supervisor Priscilla Coggs-Jones Issues Statement on Mural Near Holton and Locust

Sep-13-2024

Supervisor Priscilla Coggs-Jones issued the following statement regarding the newly unveiled mural near Holton and Locust Streets.

Supervisor Coggs-Jones and Alderwoman Coggs to Host Joint Housing and Transportation Listen & Learn Session

Jun-10-2024

Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones and Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs will host a Listen & Learn Session on housing and transportation. The event series aims to enhance understanding of available Milwaukee County services for District 13 residents.

Community Invited to Honor Keyon Jackson-Malone at Family Fellowship Event This Saturday at Atkinson Park

Aug-28-2024

Supervisor Priscilla Coggs-Jones is encouraging the community to come together this Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Atkinson Park (936 W. Atkinson Avenue) from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a special Neighborhood Family Fellowship event.

Supervisor Coggs-Jones to Host District 13 Office Hour this Wednesday

Feb-13-2024

Supervisor Priscilla Coggs-Jones invites residents to attend her upcoming District 13 office hour tomorrow, February 14 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Clinton Rose Senior Center, 3045 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.

Supervisor Priscilla Coggs-Jones Invites Families to Book Bag Giveaway at King Park Tomorrow

Aug-09-2024

Supervisor Priscilla Coggs-Jones is inviting families with school-age children to the “Unity in the Community” Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Back to School Festival at King Park tomorrow, Saturday, August 10, 2024.

Board of Supervisors to Celebrate Black History Month with Program Showcasing “African Americans and the Arts”

Jan-29-2024

The County Board of Supervisors will celebrate Black History Month during its monthly meeting on Thursday, February 1 at 9:30 a.m.

2nd Vice Chair Coggs-Jones Issues Statement on Recent Tragedy in Milwaukee

Jul-17-2024

2nd Vice Chair Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones expressed her sadness and outrage over the tragic shooting of “Jehovah” Samuel Sharpe Jr. by an Ohio officer outside King Park yesterday, issuing the following statement.

Board Adopts Chairwoman Nicholson Proposal to Study Solar Power Usage at New Coggs Building

Dec-21-2023

Today, the County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a resolution which directs the County to conduct a study on the integration of solar photovoltaic systems (solar panels) into the upcoming Coggs Building parking lot project.

Moody Park Clean-Up Event to Promote Community Engagement and Environmental Stewardship

Jul-12-2024

On Friday, July 12, 2024, a collaborative effort led by 2nd Vice Chair Priscilla Coggs-Jones will bring together community members and various organizations for a clean-up event at Moody Park.

Supervisor Coggs-Jones to Host Transit and Paratransit Leaders at Upcoming Listen & Learn Session

Nov-14-2023

Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones will host a Listen & Learn Session on Transit and Paratransit in Milwaukee County on Wednesday, November 15, 2023.

Please wait while we gather your results.
Please wait while we gather your results.

In The News

Urban Milwaukee: Canceled BRT Project Saves MCTS Budget Until 2028

Sep-04-2024

Scrapping plans to build a $148 million bus rapid transit project will keep the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) solvent until 2028, officials said Wednesday.

JS Online: For First Time, Women Make Up Majority of Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors

Apr-15-2024

History was made at the swearing-in ceremony of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors on Monday: With 10 of 18 members being women, the body has its first female majority.

Urban Milwaukee: Supervisors Embrace Part-Time Roles, Schedule

Jun-25-2024

It’s been more than a decade since 2013 Wisconsin Act 14 curtailed the Milwaukee County Board’s powers and reduced supervisors to a part-time salary, and now, after much turnover on the board, supervisors have waved the white flag, finally surrendering to a part-time role in county government.

CBS 58: Historic Day: Women Now Hold the Majority on the Milwaukee County Board

Apr-15-2024

History was made Monday, at the Milwaukee County Courthouse. Eighteen members of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors were sworn into office, 10 of them being women, marking the first time in nearly 200 years that women hold a majority.

Urban Milwaukee: After Series of Deaths, County Jail Audit Approved

Jun-21-2024

The Milwaukee County Board approved a contract Thursday for an independent audit of the Milwaukee County Jail.

Urban Milwaukee: County Board Wants Ceasefire In Gaza, But Only By A Narrow Margin

Mar-22-2024

After hours of debate and thousands of people submitting comments, the Milwaukee County Board approved a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on the Palestinian Gaza Strip.

Urban Milwaukee: First Majority-Women Milwaukee County Board in History Sworn In

Apr-16-2024

For the first time in county history, a majority of supervisors on the Milwaukee County Board are women.

JS Online: Milwaukee County Board Calls for a Permanent Cease-fire in Gaza

Mar-21-2024

In a chamber packed with pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli demonstrators, a divided Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution Thursday calling for an immediate and permanent cease-fire in Israel and Gaza.

This site is powered by the Northwoods Titan Content Management System

Menu

X