Supervisor Shea Opposes South Shore Bus Route Cuts
Aug-20-2019
County Supervisor Steven Shea expressed his opposition to proposed cuts to bus routes that would impact those traveling to or from the South Shore, in a statement released Tuesday.
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Mitchell Airport Receives Honor Roll Designation From MMSD
Aug-19-2019
Mitchell Airport was praised for its efforts to protect the environment while contributing to the economic vitality of the region. No violations were identified at MKE, as the Airport was in full compliance for the entire calendar year.
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Time to Update MCTS Advertising Guidelines
Aug-15-2019
Supervisor Patti Logsdon is calling on the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) to change its advertising guidelines to prevent political messages from appearing on County buses.
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Lipscomb Applauds Work of Domes Task Force
Aug-14-2019
In a statement, County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr. expressed his appreciation for the work of the Milwaukee County Task Force on the Mitchell Park Conservatory Domes.
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Supervisor Taylor Supports Young Artists
Aug-14-2019
Supervisor Sequanna Taylor expressed her support Tuesday for the Milwaukee youth selected by the Milwaukee Art Museum to be a part of the Teen ArtXpress program. The youth created several murals with the theme of family separation, which were then applied to the exterior of a Milwaukee County bus.
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Mitchell Park Domes Task Force Expected to Vote on Final Recommendations Tuesday
Aug-12-2019
At its final meeting Tuesday night, the Mitchell Park Domes Task Force will consider and vote on recommendations to the County Board of Supervisors for restoring and preserving the iconic structures, which house the County's horticultural conservatory and are in need of repair.
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Supervisor Sebring Calls for Removal of Anti-Law Enforcement Ad on County Bus
Aug-12-2019
County Supervisor Dan Sebring is calling for the removal of a Milwaukee Art Museum sponsored advertisement on a county bus which depicts Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents arresting children and lists tactics for evading detention by ICE agents. Supervisor Sebring also condemned the actions of the museum and the Milwaukee County Transit System for approving the anti-law enforcement message.
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Time is Right for Indigenous People's Park
Aug-08-2019
County Supervisor John Weishan, Jr., applauded the successful effort by fellow Supervisor Felesia Martin to rename Columbus Park "Indigenous People's Park" in a statement released today.
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Milwaukee County Announces 2020 Budget Public Engagement Sessions
Aug-06-2019
Four sessions in partnership with Milwaukee County Supervisors provide forum for residents to share priorities and weigh in on new revenue options
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Supervisor Moore Omokunde Welcomes the Shaolin Swordsmen to C.R.E.A.M. City
Aug-02-2019
On Saturday August 3, the legendary supergroup Wu Tang Clan will take the stage in the 10th District.
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Lipscomb's Effort Sparks $1.7 Million in Grants for Battery Electric Buses
Aug-01-2019
The Federal Transportation Administration announced Wednesday that Milwaukee County will receive $1.7 million through its "Low or No-emission" grant program to help purchase four battery electric buses (BEBs) this year, part of a first wave that will begin the County's transition away from fossil fuels.
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Indigenous People's Park Established on Milwaukee's Northwest Side
Jul-26-2019
The Board of Supervisors voted (13-3) to rename Columbus Park to Indigenous Peoples' Park on Thursday, establishing the first Milwaukee County park honoring Native American communities indigenous to Wisconsin and Milwaukee.
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MCSO Arrests Driver for Recklessly Endangering Safety
Jul-26-2019
On July 23rd, 2019, at approximately 7:47 p.m., Deputies attempted to stop a vehicle for reckless driving in the area of N. Teutonia Ave. and W. Capitol Dr. The driver refused to stop and was pursued to the intersection of N. 35th St. and W. Clarke St. where the vehicle struck another vehicle and stopped.
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MCSO Administers CPR and Narcan, Driver Arrested for OWI
Jul-23-2019
At approximately 9:10 a.m. today, the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) responded to an unresponsive driver in a vehicle on eastbound I-794 near 2nd Street.
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MCSO and Parks Host Public Safety Day at Washington Park
Jul-23-2019
On Saturday, July 27th, the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and the Milwaukee County Parks will host the second, Park & Public Safety Day. The Parks & Public Safety Day will take place at Washington Park, 1859 N. 40th St., from 11:00 until 3:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
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MCSO Arrests Wrong Way Driver for OWI 2nd
Jul-23-2019
At approximately 1:49 a.m. this morning, the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), responded to a wrong way driver traveling northbound in the southbound lanes of I 794 near West Howard Avenue. Upon the Deputies arrival, the vehicle was stopped and facing in the wrong direction.
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Alexander, Logsdon, Sebring: Public Should be Allowed to Speak at County Board Meetings
Jul-23-2019
Milwaukee County Supervisors Deanna Alexander, Dan Sebring, and Patti Logsdon are proposing to allow for a public comment period during meetings of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors.
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Alexander, Logsdon, Sebring: Public Should be Allowed to Speak at County Board Meetings
Jul-23-2019
Milwaukee County Supervisors Deanna Alexander, Dan Sebring, and Patti Logsdon are proposing to allow for a public comment period during meetings of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors.
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Staying Cool and Safe: Milwaukee County Resources for Beating the Heat
Jul-18-2019
As the heat index is expected to climb in Milwaukee County headed into this weekend, several County departments are working to ensure residents, visitors and employees are staying safe. The County provides a number of resources to help ensure vulnerable populations and those spending time outdoors stay cool and hydrated during intense heat.
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Logsdon Effort Ensures Safety Upgrade at School Crossing in Oak Creek
Jul-17-2019
Supervisor Patti Logsdon has secured a commitment from the Milwaukee County Department of Transportation (DOT) to fund improvements to a crosswalk in front of the Oak Creek West Middle School.
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Milwaukee County Launches Balancing Act
Jul-16-2019
Interactive online tool challenges users to close Milwaukee County’s projected $28 million budget gap using new and existing revenue options
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Semi Crash and Fire Under Investigation
Jul-15-2019
On Sunday, July 14, 2019, MCSO responded to a crash, southbound on I-43 at W. North Ave. A semi-trailer driver’s side front tire, blew out on the tractor.
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MCSO and Parks to Host Public Safety Day
Jul-13-2019
On Saturday, July 20th, the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office and the Milwaukee County Parks will host the first Park & Public Safety Day. The Parks & Public Safety Day will take place at Kosciuszko Park, 2201 S. 7th St., from 11:00 until 3:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
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MCSO Responds to Crash
Jul-11-2019
MCSO responded to a crash at Southbound I-43 and S. 6th St., the vehicle was abandoned in traffic. An individual was reported running from the scene.
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Suspect Arrested on 2nd OWI and Child Neglect
Jul-11-2019
On Tuesday, July 9, a vehicle crashed on southbound I-43 at West National Ave. MCSO Deputies arrived on scene and observed a vehicle resting on the right barrier wall. The driver of the vehicle was later identified as Neishia Rockiett, age 31. Two minor children were also in the vehicle. Neither child was wearing a seat belt.
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