Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Milwaukee public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in taxes budget with low priority
Tax-deeded property sale-backs
Ten city-owned tax-deeded properties across the 1st, 7th, 8th, 9th, 12th and 15th districts were recommended for sale-back to their former owners, returning properties to private hands and the tax roll.
Code cleanup ordinance
A routine substitute ordinance fixes errors, clarifies language, and removes obsolete provisions across the city code — recommended for passage.
2025 Property Tax Cancellations
The assessor's office asked to wipe $15,004 in 2025 property taxes off five parcels, mostly commercial, after valuation disputes.
Fifth District Thanksgiving Giveaway
Ald. Westmoreland's second-annual giveaway provides gift cards rather than turkeys, in partnership with Milwaukee Harley-Davidson. The resolution adds authority to spend sponsorship funds already accepted into an account.
Linton v. City of Milwaukee settlement
The committee signed off on settling a federal civil rights lawsuit against the city after closed session. Settlement terms weren't discussed in open session.