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On Saturday August 9, 2008, Mayor Tom Barrett participated in the 9th Annual Hank Aaron State Trail Run/Walk. Hank Aaron has expressed excitement of what is happening in the Valley. He has an appreciation for the tremendous investment of the City and State to make the Trail and the economic revitalization a reality. Hank has expressed great enthusiasm for what these efforts can do for kids in Milwaukee. |
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On Monday July 21st, the City of Milwaukee was formally presented with a gift from the City of Ningbo of two stone lions. Stone lions are traditionally used to guard a building and those within. These lions will be a lasting and powerful symbol of the friendly relationship between the City of Milwaukee and the City of Ningbo. |
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Mayor Barrett and Vice Mayor Wu Hemin |
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Video of Official Unveiling Ceremony |
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Facing Foreclosure? Act quickly to help your chances in keeping your home! |
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Resources for Those Facing Forclosure or Affected By Predatory Lending |
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Recursos Para Personas Enfrentando un Cierre de Hipoteca o Afectados Por un Prestamo Abusivo |
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2008 State of the City Address |
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Mayor Tom Barrett delivered his fourth State of the City address on Feb. 14 at Direct Supply on Milwaukee's northwest side.
Mayor Barrett focused his remarks on the positive direction Milwaukee is headed and delivered good news on job growth, population increases and efforts to fight crime.
In addition to announcements regarding employment, education and business development initiatives, the Mayor focused on water and transportation issues as they affect the future of our City. |
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Milwaukee partners will receive a $15,000 award for exemplary School Safety. Latino Community Center and Milwaukee Police Department were selected from more than 400 applicants nationwide to receive just one of 11 MetLife Foundation Awards. |
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Senior Living Program Earns National Award for Excellence
The City of Milwaukee has earned a Gold Award for Municipal Excellence from the National League of Cities for a cutting edge senior assisted living initiative that provides a superior quality of life for hundreds of residents and saves taxpayer dollars.
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Milwaukee Earns Top Honors in 2007 'Most Patriotic City' Contest
Milwaukee has been named the 2007 "Most Patriotic City" by the Paralyzed Veterans of America (Paralyzed Veterans) in the fourth year of the annual contest recognizing the efforts on behalf of veterans and service members in cities and communities across the United States. |
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Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative
Children who have an active father are more inclined to graduate from high school and pursue higher education. Children with an active father are more likely not to engage in criminal activity. Also, research has shown a direct correlation between teen pregnancy and absentee fathers.That is why I have partnered with leaders in our community – from business and education to social services and faith organizations – to launch the Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative. --Mayor Tom Barrett
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New Milwaukee Job Corps Center Unveiled |
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After years of advocacy, planning and waiting, a new educational and vocational opportunity emerges. |
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2008 City of Milwaukee Budget |
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Mayor Tom Barrett introduced his 2008 City of Milwaukee budget to the Common Council today, emphasizing increased investment in public safety and job creation while holding the line on property taxes.
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Letter from Mayor Tom Barrett to Governor Jim Doyle
Adoption of the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact. |
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Restoring City Hall and Honoring Milwaukee's Workers
On Labor Day I celebrated the City Hall Restoration Project and honored Milwaukee laborers with the dedication of the American flag over City Hall.
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Back to School for a Year of Promise and Hope
On Tuesday, September 4, I joined Superintendent William Andrekopoulos to greet thousands of students as they headed back to classes in Milwaukee Public Schools. |
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Neighborhood Safety Initiative extended
On September 7, I was joined by Common Council President Willie Hines, Finance & Personnel Committee Chair Alderman Michael Murphy and Milwaukee Police Chief Nan Hegerty to announce the extension of the very successful Neighborhood Safety Initiative (NSI) through the end of September. |
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Manpower opens its doors on new Milwaukee Global HQ
Milwaukee is home to many great things, including a number of catalytic, groundbreaking companies from the Fortune 500 to small employers igniting our neighborhood main streets and embodying the entrepreneurial spirit of our community. |
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Local governments demand budget from legislative leaders |
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Update: Thanks to the efforts of Mayor Barrett and others, BP has rescinded their proposal to dump additional toxic sludge into Lake Michigan. |
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Wisconsin Mayors Urge Protection of Great Lakes
A coalition of Wisconsin mayors, led by Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, is petitioning the State of Indiana, British Petroleum (BP) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to reconsider a recent decision by the State of Indiana to allow BP to discharge more pollution and sludge into Lake Michigan. The coalition is also urging the Wisconsin Congressional Delegation to help. |
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Read letter to the Commissioner for more details.
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Mayor Barrett appeared on The Newshour with Jim Lehrer
On July 11, Mayor Barrett talked about the need for responsible gun laws that work in conjunction with his efforts to reduce violence in our City, not against them. Specifically, Mayor Barrett addressed the need to repeal the Tiahrt amendment, federal legislation that prevents law enforcement from sharing data about guns used in crimes. |
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Strategies for a Prosperous Milwaukee
In December 2006, Mayor Tom Barrett brought together policymakers, business and community leaders for a two-day summit on community and economic development in the City of Milwaukee. |
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Mayor talks safety, education at Marquette University Law School
"We have to put more of an emphasis on talking about the good things about Milwaukee," Barrett said.
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Mayor Tom Barrett during his State of the City address unveiled his plan to create a Mayor's Office of Workforce Development to provide leadership on the issue of high unemployment and needed job training in Milwaukee.
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Milwaukee demands a Comprehensive Transit Strategy that creates jobs, meets the various demands of different users and provides seamless connectivity. My plan accomplishes these critical goals and moves Milwaukee forward, and I am proud to share this vision with you.
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Watch Sustainable Boulevards, Milwaukee's strategic boulevard plan video, using Window's Media Player. (3.5 mins 10MB)
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Mayor Barrett Delivers 2007 State of the City Address
On Monday, Feb. 12, Mayor Tom Barrett delivered his third State of the City address before an audience of 500 people at Tramont Corporation in Riverwest.
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Mayor's Summer Youth Internship Program
In 2007, we will continue our efforts to help young people in Milwaukee gain meaningful workforce experience. |
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Barrett Heads to DC to Continue Fight Against Illegal Guns
Mayor Tom Barrett left today for Washington, DC to attend a National Summit convened by the Mayors Against Illegal Guns, a group he has been involved with since its inception last year. |
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Mayor Barrett's Economic Development Summit was a tremendous success. Over 700 participants gathered, demonstrating their commitment to the shared goals of creating jobs, growing our economy and improving our quality of life.
To review video presentations of the featured presenters, including keynote speakers Henry Cisneros and Paul Grogan, please visit: http://www.mkedcd.org/LeadershipSummit/
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10,000 Jobs Since 2004
Mayor Tom Barrett sets the record straight on Milwaukee's economic development efforts. "Let me just start by saying Milwaukee's programs and investments have impacted more than 10,000 jobs since I took office in 2004. And there's more."
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