Supervisor Taylor Statement on Derek Chauvin Guilty Verdict
Apr-21-2021
Yesterday former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty on one count each of second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter for the May 25, 2020 killing of George Floyd. The jury’s decision came after 12 hours of deliberation.
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Statement on Derek Chauvin Trial Verdict
Apr-20-2021
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Supervisor Weishan Rallies Opposition to Planned Expansion of I-94
Apr-20-2021
Supervisor John F. Weishan Jr. is calling on his fellow members of the County Board to override County Executive David Crowley’s veto of a resolution expressing opposition to the planned expansion of I-94 in Milwaukee County.
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Chairwoman Nicholson Congratulates Newly Elected Supervisor Priscilla Coggs-Jones on her Victory, Announces Updated Committee Assignments
Apr-20-2021
County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson congratulated newly elected Supervisor Priscilla Coggs-Jones on her election victory Monday and announced updated committee assignments.
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Supervisor Sumner to Host Three Virtual Community Forums
Apr-16-2021
County Supervisor Liz Sumner will host three hour-long virtual community forums throughout 2021 to give residents an outlet to ask questions, express concerns, and propose ideas regarding Milwaukee County issues.
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Supervisors Clancy and Rolland Applaud Unanimous Recommendation of Overtime Accountability Ordinance
Apr-15-2021
Today the County Board’s Finance Committee unanimously recommended passage of an ordinance change greatly improving the County Board’s fiscal oversight of county departments. The ordinance change is based on a 2020 budget amendment authored by Supervisors Ryan Clancy and Shawn Rolland.
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Parks Committee Advances Proposal to Eliminate Single-Use ‘Forever Plastics’
Apr-14-2021
The Committee on Parks, Energy, and Environment unanimously recommended for adoption a proposal to phase out single-use plastics and other non-biodegradable products from Milwaukee County facilities and parks.
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Chairwoman Nicholson Calls for Milwaukee County to go Carbon Neutral by 2050
Apr-13-2021
The Committee on Parks, Energy, and Environment unanimously recommended for adoption two proposals sponsored by Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson aimed at combatting climate change earlier today.
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Lilliann Paine’s Ideas Led to a Seismic Shift in Public Health Policy in Milwaukee and Nationwide
Mar-31-2021
Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson released the following statement regarding the contributions of Lilliann Paine to Milwaukee County’s efforts to dismantle institutional racism and work towards racial equity.
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Biden Administration Selects Milwaukee Region for Pilot Community Vaccination Clinic
Mar-31-2021
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County Board Adopts Nicholson Proposal to Improve Equity for Women Employees
Mar-29-2021
At last Thursday’s County Board meeting Supervisors unanimously adopted a resolution introduced by Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson celebrating Women’s History Month and seeking data that will aid Milwaukee County in advancing racial and gender equity for Women employees.
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Increased Access for Individuals Living in the 10 Most Vulnerable Zip Codes
Mar-28-2021
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Milwaukee County Among the First in the Nation to Use ZIP Codes to Target COVID-19 Vaccine Distribu
Mar-28-2021
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Statement on the Passing of Deputy Corporation Counsel Paul Kuglitsch
Mar-26-2021
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Supervisor Taylor and Dream Team United to Host Pop-Up Community Giveaway Sunday
Mar-26-2021
Supervisor Sequanna Taylor and Dream Team United will host a Pop-Up Community Giveaway this Sunday, March 28 from 2-4 p.m. at Monumental Missionary Baptist Church, located at 2407 W. North Ave.
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Reimagined County Board Health Committee Will Add a New Focus on Strategic Planning
Mar-25-2021
Health equity, human needs and strategic planning will be the focus of a reimagined Milwaukee County Board committee, thanks to a newly-adopted (16-1, Weishan) ordinance change proposed by Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson and co-sponsored by Supervisors Shawn Rolland, Joseph Czarnezki, Jason Haas, Ryan Clancy, Sequanna Taylor and Willie Johnson, Jr.
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County Board Adopts Resolution Reducing Marijuana Possession Penalty
Mar-25-2021
Today the County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution introduced by Supervisor Sylvia Ortiz-Velez that reduces the fine for marijuana possession, and possession and delivery of drug paraphernalia, within Milwaukee County to no more than $1.
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Supervisors Clancy, Czarnezki, and Sumner Applaud Decision to Reject Gun Shows at County Sports Complex
Mar-25-2021
Today the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors rejected (13-3) a proposal to allow Milwaukee County to host gun shows at the Milwaukee County Sports Complex. Supervisors Ryan Clancy, Joseph J. Czarnezki, and Liz Sumner released the following statement applauding this decision.
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Supervisor Martin Statement on Hosting Gun Shows at Milwaukee County Sports Complex
Mar-25-2021
Today the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors voted to reject (13-3 ) a proposal by Supervisors Patti Logsdon, Sylvia Ortiz-Velez, and Felesia A. Martin to allow Milwaukee County to host gun shows at the Milwaukee County Sports Complex. Supervisor Martin voted in favor of the proposal and released the following statement on her vote.
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Chairwoman Nicholson to Discuss Milwaukee County Support for Small Business Community
Mar-24-2021
County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson will take to Facebook Live on Wednesday to discuss the success of Milwaukee County’s Small Business Recovery Initiative Grant program and provide helpful tips and insights for business owners that want to work with the County.
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City and County Leaders to Receive COVID-19 Vaccination at Kosciuszko Community Center Tuesday
Mar-23-2021
At the Kosciuszko Community Center at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson will receive a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, together with County Executive David Crowley and Milwaukee Common Council President Cavalier Johnson.
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Nicholson to Host Panel on Racism, Colorism, Erasure, and Women Refusing to Be Silent
Mar-22-2021
For the latest installment of her “Chat with the Chairwoman” series, County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson will lead an engaging conversation Thursday evening, March 25, on racism, colorism, and erasure.
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Supervisor Martin Urges all Adults to Get Vaccinated As Soon As Possible: “Don’t Wait”
Mar-19-2021
County Supervisor Felesia Martin wants residents of District 7 to know that all adults living in ten Milwaukee ZIP Codes are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine starting this Monday, March 22. Martin is urging everyone to get vaccinated as soon as possible.
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Finance Committee Recommends Additional Funding for McKinley Beach Safety Study
Mar-18-2021
The Finance Committee of the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution from Supervisor Sheldon Wasserman authorizing the Parks Department to spend an additional $70,000 on a safety study at McKinley Beach today.
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Milwaukee County Should Not Be in the Gun Show Business
Mar-18-2021
On Tuesday the County Board’s Parks, Energy and Environment Committee approved a proposal from Supervisor Logsdon that would allow gun shows to be held at the Milwaukee County Sports Complex. Supervisors Ryan Clancy, Joseph J. Czarnezki and Liz Sumner released the following statement in opposition of the proposal.
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