Supervisor Clancy Lauds Board’s Decision: Committee of the Whole to Take Up Sheriff’s Report
Sep-22-2023
Yesterday, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors voted [14-2] to forward a self- generated report on the conditions, policies, and budget of the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office to the Committee of the Whole.
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Supervisor Martinez Celebrates Passage of Resolution Advocating for Driver's License Access to Undocumented Immigrants
Sep-21-2023
Today, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution, encouraging the State of Wisconsin to adopt legislation allowing undocumented immigrants to obtain a driver's license or State ID. Supervisor Juan Miguel Martinez released the following statement.
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Supervisors Applaud Adoption of Resolution Improving Milwaukee County Transit Safety and Security
Sep-21-2023
Today, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors unanimously passed a resolution supporting the recommendations of the Milwaukee County Transit System’s (MCTS) Transit Safety and Security Task Force and encouraging the implementation of new security policies and practices.
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Supervisor Vincent to Attend 9th Annual ‘Girls in Aviation’ Day
Sep-19-2023
On September 23, Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport will host the 9th annual ‘Girls in Aviation’ Day. The event will provide young girls with a hands-on look at a career in aviation through aircraft tours, flight simulators, and a panel discussion with women who work in aviation.
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Supervisor Taylor Reiterates Opposition of County Tax Dollars for American Family Field Renovations
Sep-18-2023
This morning, Republicans in the State Legislature unveiled a plan to raise $600 million to fund repairs and upgrades to American Family Field using state and local taxes. Supervisor Taylor has long opposed the use of County tax levy to fund long-term renovations at American Family Field.
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County Executive David Crowley’s Statement on the Brewers Legislation
Sep-18-2023
TODAY, Monday, September 18, County Executive David Crowley made the following statement regarding the new Brewers stadium funding legislation.
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Clerk Christenson Celebrates National Voter Registration Day
Sep-18-2023
September 19, 2023, Milwaukee County will join the nation in celebrating National Voter Registration Day in a country-wide effort to register voters. Milwaukee County Clerk George Christenson and Milwaukee County Election Commission Director Michelle Hawley made the following statements.
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Parks and Culture Committee to Hear Report on the Future of the Mitchell Park Domes
Sep-08-2023
On Tuesday, September 12, 2023, the Committee on Parks and Culture will receive an informational report on the future of the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory Park, better known as the Domes.
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Supervisor Anthony “Tony” Staskunas Announces Decision Not to Seek Re-Election for the 16th District
Sep-07-2023
Supervisor Anthony "Tony" Staskunas of the 16th District has announced today that he will not seek re-election following the end of his current term. Supervisor Staskunas made the following statement.
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Supervisor Vincent Welcomes Milwaukee County Youth Back to School
Sep-05-2023
Milwaukee County Supervisor Kathleen Vincent released the following statement encouraging students and staff across Milwaukee County.
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Supervisor Burgelis Commends County Collaboration
Aug-31-2023
This week, in a collaborative endeavor, Milwaukee County and the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center relocated five young trees from the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center to the scenic Mitchell Boulevard Park.
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Supervisor Clancy: Milwaukee County Jail Uprising Highlights Need for Policy Change
Aug-31-2023
Yesterday, 27 individuals incarcerated at Milwaukee County’s Criminal Justice Facility, under the care of the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office, were charged with obstructing an officer and disorderly conduct. Supervisor Clancy made the following statement.
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County Executive David Crowley Appointed Chair of NACo Large Urban Counties Caucus
Aug-29-2023
Last month, during the National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Business Meeting held in Travis County, Texas, NACo President, Mary Jo McGuire, announced the appointment of County Executive David Crowley
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Supervisor Vincent Encourages Public Participation at Philippine Cultural & Civic Center's 10th Annual Health Fair
Aug-26-2023
Tomorrow, August 26, 2023, the Philippine Cultural & Civic Center in Zablocki Park Pavilion, located at 3717 W. Howard Ave, will hold their 10th Annual Health Fair.
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Supervisors Burgelis, Coggs-Jones Call for Better Transit Safety and Security Following Recent Violent Incidents
Aug-25-2023
On August 19, 2023, a shooting occurred at a downtown Milwaukee bus stop near 6th and Wisconsin. On August 24, 2023, a passenger was shot on board a MCTS bus near Capitol Drive and Sherman Boulevard. Supervisors Peter Burgelis and Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones issued the following statements.
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Supervisor Clancy Expresses Disappointment Over Milwaukee County Sheriff Office’s Report
Aug-21-2023
On Friday, August 18, 2023, the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office released a report in response to a policy and budget review request authored by Supervisors Felesia A. Martin and Ryan Clancy. Supervisor Clancy made the following statement.
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Supervisor Vincent Encourages Public Participation at Philippine Cultural & Civic Center's 10th Annual Health Fair
Aug-21-2023
On August 26, 2023, the Philippine Cultural & Civic Center in Zablocki Park Pavilion, located at 3717 W. Howard Ave, will hold their 10th Annual Health Fair. The event is open to the public and will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Milwaukee County Launches Balancing Act Tool to Encourage Public Input on First Budget Surplus in Over 20 Years
Aug-15-2023
On the heels of the historic July vote to enable a long-term solution to secure Milwaukee County’s fiscal future, the county is re-launching the Balancing Act tool to gather public input on community priorities for the first budget surplus in over two decades.
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Supervisor Kathleen Vincent Invites Community to First Annual “Run For The Trail” Fundraiser
Aug-10-2023
County Supervisor Kathleen Vincent is excited to extend an invitation to all community members for the first annual "Run For The Trail" fundraiser, hosted by the Greendale Trail Association.
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Supervisor Steve F. Taylor Stands Firm Against County Funds for American Family Field
Aug-09-2023
County Supervisor Steve F. Taylor today reiterated his opposition to burdening Milwaukee County taxpayers with the cost of improvements to American Family Field.
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Milwaukee County Announces Locations of 11 ‘Harm Reduction Vending Machines’ to Combat Death from Overdose
Aug-07-2023
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, Chief Health Policy Advisor Dr. Ben Weston, Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Executive Director Shakita LaGrant-McClain, and Behavioral Health Services (BHS) are announcing the placement of 11 Harm Reduction Vending Machines
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Now Signed, Amended Legislation for Milwaukee's Fiscal Health is an Opportunity for Property Tax Relief; Commended by Supervisors Burgelis, Logsdon
Aug-03-2023
Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, Supervisor Patti Logsdon, Supervisor Steve F. Taylor, and Supervisor Peter Burgelis co-authored an amendment to Resolution 23-719, legislation enacting an additional 0.4% county sales and use tax.
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County Executive David Crowley Announces Five 2023 Budget Town Halls
Aug-03-2023
County Executive David Crowley announced Milwaukee County will hold four in-person town halls on the 2024 budget.
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Supervisor Kathleen Vincent Invites Community to Wedgewood Park National Night Out
Jul-30-2023
Supervisor Kathleen Vincent, in partnership with the Friends of Wedgewood Park, Milwaukee County Parks, Milwaukee Fire Department, Milwaukee Police Department, and Milwaukee Fire Education Center’s Survive Alive House, is hosting a National Night Out event in Wedgewood Park.
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Supervisor Coggs-Jones Makes Difficult Decision to Support Sales Tax, Ensures Prioritization of Accountability
Jul-27-2023
Today, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors voted to adopt a resolution, [15-3], to enact an additional 0.4% county sales and use tax, effective January 1, 2024. Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones made the following statement.
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