By Karen Stokes Milwaukee County is receiving $6 million in funding through the American Rescue Plan Act to expand affordable homeownership opportunities throughout the county. The county is building 120 new single-family homes in the City of Milwaukee’s King Park neighborhood that will support first-time homebuyers and provide equitable access to affordable-rate housing options for […]
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, City Leaders and Public Health Advocates Rally for Ambitious Clean Car Standards for a Zero-Emission Future
(Milwaukee, WI) – On Friday, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, Alderwoman JoCosta Zamarripa, and other Milwaukee leaders joined public health advocates for a press conference to rally public support for the adoption of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) stringent clean car standards, guiding Wisconsin towards a sustainable, zero-emission future. The transportation sector currently is the leading […]
A Historic Year in Milwaukee County
By County Executive David Crowley The holiday season is upon us in Milwaukee County. As we look ahead to the new year, I find myself reflecting on a historic 2023 and all we have accomplished together. From investing in affordable housing, public transit, and mental health services, to securing a positive financial outlook for Milwaukee […]
One Year to Win Campaign Kicks off for 2024 Election
By Karen Stokes Fired up and ready to go! On November 4th, Wisconsin Democrat volunteers were on hand to make phone calls and knock on doors around the area to meet with voters to inspire enthusiasm for the launch of the One Year to Win campaign. From Milwaukee to Racine to Menomonee Falls, volunteers joined […]
Power to the Polls Addresses the Importance of Voting Rights in Wisconsin
By Karen Stokes Sunday, November 5 marked one year until Election Day 2024. The organization, Power to the Polls, in conjunction with community and elected leaders from Wisconsin, gathered at St. Gabriel’s, 5363 N 37th to address the crucial matters of voting rights and voter access. “We’re here today because our voices are our power […]
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Officially Launches his Campaign for Re-Election
By Karen Stokes On Wednesday, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley officially announced that he will seek re-election in 2024. “Today is a good day to kick off our campaign,” Crowley said. “When I first ran for Milwaukee County Executive back in 2019-2020 one of my top priorities was focusing on the fiscal sustainability of Milwaukee […]
Milwaukee County has Great Potential
By David Crowley Milwaukee County Executive Three years ago, I was sworn into office on my front lawn. At the height of the pandemic and public unrest, we faced an uncertain path ahead. In the face of those challenges, we remained clear-eyed in our vision to enhance community health in every zip code and create […]
Governor and Legislative Leaders Collaborate on GroundBreaking Revenue Reform Deal for Milwaukee County’s Financial Recovery
By Karen Stokes Governor Tony Evers, Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos have announced a bipartisan deal to increase shared revenue for communities statewide and provide a revenue generation tool for Milwaukee County’s unique financial challenges. Milwaukee County is in a serious financial crisis, as shown by its recent five-year financial […]
County Executive David Crowley Statement on Historic Local Revenue Reform Deal
Crowley and MoveForwardMKE Coalition Lobbied Since 2020 for additional revenue to avoid devastating fiscal cliff MILWAUKEE, WI – On June 8th, Governor Tony Evers, Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announced a bipartisan deal to increase shared revenue for communities across the state and provide Milwaukee County a revenue generation tool […]
Milwaukee County Faces Financial Challenge, Seeking State Support for Recovery
By Karen Stokes Milwaukee County is facing an alarming financial crisis, as revealed by its recent five-year financial forecast. The projected budget shortfall is even greater than previously anticipated, raising concerns about how this problem can be resolved without significant changes at the state level. Several factors have contributed to the substantial financial challenge facing […]