Milwaukee County Celebrates the Grand Opening of the New Behavioral Health ‘Access Clinic North’
Jun-02-2023
Milwaukee County DHHS Behavioral Health Services (BHS) in partnership with Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI), is opening Access Clinic North, 8200 W. Silver Spring Drive, a new location providing crisis mental health and substance use disorder services to the community surrounding the Isaac Coggs Heritage Health Center.
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County Executive Crowley Receives Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve ‘Patriot Award’
Jun-02-2023
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley was presented with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Patriot Award from Bob Strange, the ESGR Area Chair of Southeastern Wisconsin, for the extraordinary support he provides an employee in the United States Army Reserve.
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Milwaukee County Acknowledges Pride Month with Intersex Pride Flag
Jun-01-2023
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Fireworks Return to Milwaukee's Lakefront on July 3rd[1]
Jun-01-2023
The Milwaukee County Parks are thrilled to announce the event details for the highly anticipated July 3rd fireworks display, generously presented by American Family Insurance, J&M Displays, the Milwaukee Parks Foundation, and T&M Partners.
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Milwaukee County, MCTS Kickoff 2023 Pride Month
May-29-2023
On Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at 4 p.m. County Executive David Crowley, Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, and Supervisor Peter Burgelis, in partnership with the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) are hosting a special kick-off for this year’s Pride Month in Milwaukee County at Cathedral Square Park.
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County Board Adopts Resolution Supporting Pride Month and Flying the Intersex Progress Pride Flag
May-26-2023
Yesterday, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution in support of Pride Month and the display of the Intersex Progress Pride Flag at County buildings and locations throughout the month of June.
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Supervisor Coggs-Jones Commends Upcoming Lucille Berrien Park Mural Unveiling
May-26-2023
Milwaukee County Supervisor Priscilla Coggs-Jones will be attending the Lucille Berrien Park Mural Unveiling and Community Celebration on Sunday, May 28th, at Lucille Berrien Park, located at 3629 North 16th Street.
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County Board Adopts Resolution Opposing Use of County Tax Levy for American Family Field Renovations
May-25-2023
Today, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution unanimously opposing the use of Milwaukee County tax levy to fund long-term renovations at American Family Field. The author of the resolution, Supervisor Steve F. Taylor made the following statement.
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Board Unanimously Supports Mental Health Treatment, Recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month
May-25-2023
Today, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a resolution supporting mental health treatment and care in addition to recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month. Supervisor Kathleen Vincent, who authored the legislation, made the following statement.
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Board Adopts Key Items Promoting Accountability, Public Input, Responsiveness to Local Stakeholders
May-25-2023
Today, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors adopted three resolutions authored by Supervisor Ryan Clancy and Supervisor Juan Miguel Martinez. The resolutions initiated a comprehensive probe into the Milwaukee County jail, took a stance in favor of shared revenue and local autonomy, and created an additional coordinator position for local committees.
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2023 Healthy County Challenge to Kick Off this Memorial Day Weekend
May-25-2023
This Memorial Day weekend, County Executive David Crowley will kick off the 2023 Health County Challenge on Saturday with the Kite Festival and Lakefront Walk at Veterans Park at 10 AM.
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Crowley Advocates for Mental Health Policy Priorities in Nation’s Capital
May-24-2023
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County Executive David Crowley Public Testimony on Senate Bill 301
May-23-2023
Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley testified in front of the Senate Committee on Shared Revenue, Elections, and Consumer Protection on the importance of local revenue reform for Milwaukee County. The following are his remarks delivered to committee.
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Milwaukee County Wins Five 2023 NACo Achievement Awards
May-23-2023
The National Association of Counties (NACo) recently announced the 2023 Achievement Awards and recognized five Milwaukee County programs. The awards honor innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents.
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Supervisor Martinez Commends Community Response to Job Posting, Aquatic Facilities Reopening in 12th District
May-18-2023
Supervisor Juan Miguel Martinez assisted the Parks Department in successfully encouraging residents to apply for splash pad attendant positions, ultimately securing a boost in the number of personnel available for those roles. Supervisor Martinez made the following statement.
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What They’re Saying: County Executive Crowley Has Changed the Conversation
May-12-2023
“Several of the state's top Republicans have been singing the praises of Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley due to the new attitude and willingness to work together they have brought to the jobs they have taken over in recent years […] There are still many areas of disagreement between the two sides, but the fact that they are talking and trying to work together is a good sign for the betterment of the city and the entire state.”
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Chairwoman Nicholson Celebrates Success of Roller Skating Initiative at Red Arrow Park
May-12-2023
Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson is thrilled to announce the triumph of Roll Train and the Milwaukee County Parks department in making roller skating a reality at Red Arrow Park. Chairwoman Nicholson, a key advocate for establishing a roller rink in Red Arrow Park made the following statement.
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MCTS CONNECT Offers Free Summer Rides Courtesy of Umo Mobility: Supervisors Coggs-Jones, Burgelis, Logsdon Urge Ridership
May-09-2023
Milwaukee County Supervisors Priscilla Coggs-Jones, Peter Burgelis, and Patti Logsdon are excited to announce that Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is partnering with Umo Mobility to offer free rides on the CONNECT 1 Bus Rapid Transit line from June 4th through September 30th.
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Public Urges Probe of MCSO Jail Operations, Supports Shared Revenue, Local Control
May-09-2023
Yesterday, two Milwaukee County standing committees passed resolutions advocating for increased local control and oversight. One requests a research and analysis plan for the Milwaukee County Criminal Justice Facility (CJF). The other advocates for shared revenue and local autonomy.
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Milwaukee County Announces New Policies Related to COVID-19 Pandemic
May-09-2023
Today, County Executive David Crowley, after consulting with public health experts, announced the end of Milwaukee County’s vaccine mandate and masking requirements in all settings. The policy change comes after the federal government announced the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency will end on Thursday, May 11.
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Supervisors Testify at Public Hearing on Shared Revenue Autonomy Bill
May-05-2023
On May 4, 2023, the Assembly Committee on Local Government held a public hearing on Assembly Bill 245, which proposes changes to county and municipal aid in Wisconsin. Supervisors Peter Burgelis, Ryan Clancy and Vice-Chair Sequanna Taylor attended the meeting.
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Supervisor Vincent Invites Residents to Enjoy Newly Renovated Whitnall Park Beer Garden
May-04-2023
County Supervisor Kathleen Vincent is excited to help announce the season- opening celebration of the Whitnall Park Beer Garden and the newly renovated Root River Parkway and expanded parking lot.
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Supervisor Taylor Authors Resolution Opposing Use of County Tax Levy for American Family Field Renovations
May-04-2023
County Supervisor Steve F. Taylor has proposed a resolution opposing the use of Milwaukee County tax levy to fund long-term renovations at American Family Field. Supervisor Taylor made the following statement.
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Supervisor Coggs-Jones to Host MCTS at Upcoming Listen & Learn Session
May-03-2023
On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones, in partnership with representatives from the Milwaukee County Transit System, will hold her 6th Listen & Learn community engagement session.
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Milwaukee County Transit Safety and Security Task Force Announces Three Upcoming Public Hearings
May-03-2023
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Safety and Security Task Force announced three upcoming public hearings to be held in May and June.
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