The Chairman appoints the chair and members of the eight standing committees of the Milwaukee County Board.
2008 Standing Committees Meeting Schedule
Standing Committees Monthly Meeting Schedule
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Economic and Community Development
Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 2nd Monday before the County Board Meeting
The Economic and Community Development oversees the administration of federal, state and local housing programs in the county, including the Urban Community Development Block Grant Program. Matters pertaining to economic development of Milwaukee County, including the best disposition of county properties, are decided by this Committee. It also makes decisions on the Research Park and the Airport Business Park.
Finance and Audit (2008 Budget Hearing Information)
Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 1st Thursday before the County Board Meeting
County budget matters, taxation and insurance are all reviewed by this Committee. Reports of the Department of Audit are discussed on a regular basis. Audit reports ensure other county departments implement program improvements and cost-saving recommendations of the County Board. This process provides the best service at the lowest possible cost to the taxpayer.
Health and Human Needs
Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 2nd Wednesday before the County Board Meeting
Policies related to the Department of Human Services (DHS), Mental Health Division, Emergency Medical Services (paramedics) and the Children's Court Center are all the responsibility of this Committee. It also reviews polices relating to the General Assistance Medical Program and the Office on Persons with Disabilities and monitors the implementation of the Wisconsin Works program (W-2).
Intergovernmental Relations
Meets at the call of the chair
Proposed federal, state and local legislation affecting the county is reviewed by this Committee, which also makes recommendations determining the county's policy on these matters. On special occasions, members of the Committee appear before Congress, the State Legislature and governing bodies of other municipalities to support the County Board's policies.
Judiciary, Safety and General Services
Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 2nd Thursday before the County Board Meeting
Legal questions concerning lawsuits or claims by or against the county, claims for workers compensation, personal injuries and property damage are all considered by this Committee. Members set policy for County Funded State Court Services, Family Court Commissioners, Jury Commission, Register in Probate, Election Commission, County Clerk, Register of Deeds, Legal Resource Center, Sheriff, Medical Examiner, Safety Commission, District Attorney, House of Correction, Department of Child Support Enforcement, Corporation Counsel and Emergency Management.
Parks, Energy and Environment
Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 2nd Tuesday before the County Board Meeting
All matters concerning county parks and parkways are the responsibility of this Committee. Members set policy for the parks department, organized recreation, cultural activities, the University Extension program, the Environmental Services Division of the Department of Public Works and Zoo park services. Members have jurisdiction over matters concerning the conservation of all uses of energy and make recommendations relating to conservation of air, water, energy and all other resources.
Personnel
Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 1st Friday before the County Board Meeting
Employee relations, including collective bargaining, reclassification, compensation and conditions of employment of County personnel and officers are handled by this Committee. Members set policy for the Civil Service Commission and administer the county Employee Merit Award program.
Transportation, Public Works and Transit
Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 3rd Wednesday before the County Board Meeting
The mission of the Department of Public Works, including the construction and maintenance of county highways, bridges and public structures are the responsibility of this Committee. Members discuss all matters pertaining to the policy of mass transit and the Milwaukee County Transit System, including fares, service routes and capital improvements. The Committee discusses all matters under its jurisdiction pertaining to railroads and public utilities in the county.
Committee of the Whole
Some matters coming before the County Board have a significant policy impact or a unique set of circumstances which overlap specific committee jurisdiction. One example is the closing of a major county facility. On such occasions, the Committee of the Whole will meet at the call of the County Board Chairman. All 19 supervisors are members of the Committee of the Whole.
MILWAUKEE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Milwaukee County Courthouse
901 North 9th Street, RM 201
Milwaukee, WI 53233
Phone: 414-278-4222 Fax: 414-223-1380