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Milwaukee County sells 90 lots for single family homes

Posted on January 11, 2023January 11, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Milwaukee County sells 90 lots for single family homes
Milwaukee County sells 90 lots for single family homes

Milwaukee County sells 90 lots for single family homes Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Celebrates City Zoning Committee Moving Forward the Sale of 90 Lots for Single Family Homes in the King Park Neighborhood The City of Milwaukee Common Council Zoning, Neighborhood and Development Committee on Tuesday (Jan. 10, 2023) approved the sale of 90…

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ICYMI: County Executive David Crowley Continues Push for Revenue Solution Ahead of Legislative Session

Posted on November 18, 2022November 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on ICYMI: County Executive David Crowley Continues Push for Revenue Solution Ahead of Legislative Session
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ICYMI: County Executive David Crowley Continues Push for Revenue Solution Ahead of Legislative Session After bringing more than 30 Republican legislators to Milwaukee in August to discuss revenue solutions, County Executive David Crowley has spent the first two weeks of November continuing to travel the state and advocate for additional revenue tools for Milwaukee County…

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“Policy Forum Report Shows Sales Tax Critical to Local Government” in Milwaukee County

Posted on October 20, 2022October 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on “Policy Forum Report Shows Sales Tax Critical to Local Government” in Milwaukee County
“Policy Forum Report Shows Sales Tax Critical to Local Government” in Milwaukee County

“Policy Forum Report Shows Sales Tax Critical to Local Government” in Milwaukee County County Executive Crowley’s third budget issues no major cuts to critical services, highlights the crucial role sales tax plays in stabilizing the county’s finances Last month, County Executive David Crowley introduced the 2023 Recommended Budget which prioritizes targeted investments in public health…

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Joe Lamars named Budget director for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin

Posted on January 27, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Joe Lamars named Budget director for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Joe Lamars named Budget director for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin

Joe Lamars named Budget director for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin County Executive Crowley Appointment of Joe Lamers as Director of New Office of Strategy, Budget, and Performance Passes Committee Vote. New department shifts County organizational design to prioritize vision and strategy The Milwaukee County Finance committee on Thursday Jan. 27, 2022 unanimously passed the appointment of Joe…

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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley proclaims Sept 15 – Oct 151st Hispanic American Heritage Month

Posted on September 15, 2021September 15, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley proclaims Sept 15 – Oct 151st Hispanic American Heritage Month
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley proclaims Sept 15 – Oct 151st Hispanic American Heritage Month

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley proclaims Sept 15 – Oct 151st Hispanic American Heritage Month County Executive David Crowley Proclaims Sept. 15 – Oct. 15 Hispanic American Heritage Month in Milwaukee County September 15, marks the start of National Hispanic American Heritage Month and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley proclaimed September 15 – October 15…

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County Executive David Crowley Statement on Recent Acts of Gun Violence

Posted on May 4, 2021May 4, 2021 By Ray Hanania
County Executive David Crowley Statement on Recent Acts of Gun Violence

County Executive David Crowley Statement on Recent Acts of Gun Violence County Executive David Crowley released the following statement Tuesday May 4, 2021 regarding the recent outbreak of gun related violence in Milwaukee County: “On behalf of all of Milwaukee County, I share a sense of urgency with many in the community regarding gun violence…

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Abele and Milwaukee County will make Bradford Beach “accessible.”

Posted on June 3, 2019June 4, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Abele and Milwaukee County will make Bradford Beach “accessible.”
Abele and Milwaukee County will make Bradford Beach “accessible.”

Abele and Milwaukee County will make Bradford Beach “accessible.” County Executive Chris Abele Monday June 3, 2019 joined Milwaukee County Parks, The Ability Center and community advocates to unveil plans to make Bradford Beach accessible for people with disabilities. Ramp Up, which is targeting a $100,000 fundraising goal, will increase accessibility to the beach through…

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Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele declares Racism as a “Public Health Crisis”

Posted on May 20, 2019May 20, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele declares Racism as a “Public Health Crisis”
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele declares Racism as a “Public Health Crisis”

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele declares Racism as a “Public Health Crisis” County Executive Chris Abele today joined Supervisor Marcelia Nicholson, Supervisor Supreme Moore Omokunde and the Office on African American Affairs (OAAA) to sign the resolution declaring racism a public health crisis. The resolution builds on the county’s efforts to ensure racial equity is…

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Milwaukee County Executive Abele and Milwaukee County Parks announce new concessions

Posted on April 16, 2019April 16, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Milwaukee County Executive Abele and Milwaukee County Parks announce new concessions
Milwaukee County Executive Abele and Milwaukee County Parks announce new concessions

Milwaukee County Executive Abele and Milwaukee County Parks announce new concessions The Dock will operate food and beverage options at Bradford Beach Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee County Parks today announced a new food and beverage partnership at Bradford Beach this summer with CCH Management LLC (The Dock). Pending approval from the Milwaukee County…

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Milwaukee County identifies programs that could be cut

Posted on October 17, 2017October 17, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Milwaukee County identifies programs that could be cut
Milwaukee County identifies programs that could be cut

Milwaukee County identifies programs that could be cut Spotlight on Services: County Programs Support Economic, Community Development MILWAUKEE – As the community continues its discussion on Milwaukee County’s budget, County Executive Chris Abele is highlighting the importance of County programs and services that are at risk of being cut by the County Board of Supervisors. Earlier this…

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