Mayor Cavalier Johnson

10/05/2026

The creation of City Budgets are long and feel complicated. Here are some of the important things to know.

The budget process officially begins in April. In September, Mayor Cavalier Johnson released his Executive Budget and presented it to the Common Council. Then, it went under review.

Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s budget prioritizes investments in local roads, housing, and public safety and crime reduction.

Roads have the largest proposed investment yet, with some of investments including roadway repair equipment and $4 million more in high impact paving than in 2026.

This year, Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s worked diligently to engage residents about their priorities and used their feedback to help build the budget.

That included the largest formal survey in recent memory, which had thousands of responses from every aldermanic district and zip code in the city.

Today is the next part of the long process of creating and passing the 2027 City Budget. The Joint Public Hearing is October 5, at 6:30 PM in the Common Council Chamber. It is streaming live at Milwaukee.gov/CityChannel or Channel 25 on Spectrum.

Those that wish to provide oral testimony must attend and register on the day of the hearing. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request at 414-286-3475 or [email protected].

You can also learn more about the budget by visiting engage.milwaukee.gov/budget.

10/02/2026

Today two file signings, sponsored by Alderman Stamper, brought the incredible people of Metcalfe Park to City Hall. One creates a Neighborhood Investment District which will allow improved abilities for the community to fund and manage local investments. The other will change zoning in order to allow neighborhood-serving commercial uses and mixed-use programming for the Metcalfe Park Liberation Hub. These changes are happening because of resident based community organizing focused on collaboration. I signed these files because I believe in and support strong and unified neighborhoods where people can look out for each other and utilize resources to build the future they envision for generations to come. Thank you to Alderman Stamper and the people of Metcalfe Park.

10/01/2026

Hoy la gente se presentó ruidosa y orgullosa en el municipio para celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana. Pudimos reconocer a las organizaciones, funcionarios públicos y comunidad que trabajan con determinación para elevarse unos a otros. Estos eventos, que celebran la diversidad de Milwaukee, son lo que realmente da vida al gobierno. La calidez, la vida y el amor de la comunidad hispana me inspira profundamente. Gracias al Grupo de Recursos para Empleados de nuestra Ciudad, Avanzando, por su dedicación a la organización de este evento.

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Today people showed up loud and proud at City Hall to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. We were able to recognize the organizations, civil servants, and community that work with determination to lift each other up. These events, which celebrate Milwaukee’s diversity, are what truly breathe life into government. The warmth, life, and love of the Hispanic community inspires me deeply. Thank you to our City’s Employee Resource Group, Avanzando, for their dedication to organizing this event.

10/01/2026

On his way to attend the G20 Trade Ministerial hosted in Milwaukee, Italy’s Ambassador, Marco Peronaci, joined me this morning at City Hall along with Chicago Consul General Mario Alberto Bartoli, and UW-Milwaukee Professor Simonetta Milli. I deeply appreciate the introduction with Ambassador Peronaci and our discussion of the avenues of cooperation between the Embassy, the Consulate General in Chicago and the City of Milwaukee.

Global representatives from the world’s largest economies have been gathering here to discuss commerce between nations. Milwaukee is the proud host of this international gathering and we look forward to stronger relationships abroad in the future because of it.

09/29/2026

09/29/2026

The 2026 Adopt-A-Neighborhood initiative wrapped up today, but the positive impacts from the work are far from over. Throughout this three month initiative, City departments concentrated resources and services throughout Uptown. Uptown was selected through a data-driven approach that examined neighborhood conditions and City service needs, helping identify an area where a coordinated concentration of resources could make a meaningful impact. From infrastructure and public safety to fire prevention, literacy, housing, small business support, neighborhood cleanups, and direct resident engagement, the initiative brought City government directly into the neighborhood.

The work continues, but I am proud of the progress we've made. I thank every partner, contributor, and supporter of Adopt-A-Neighborhood, including Alderman Stamper and Uptown Crossing Business Improvement District #16, whose collaboration has been transformative.

Learn more in the Adopt-A-Neighborhood Impact Report by visiting https://city.milwaukee.gov/doa/AdoptANeighborhood

09/28/2026

Gary P. Grunau's legacy is imbedded into our city. Today we honored the work he did throughout his career and life through the official opening of the Gary P. Grunau Memorial Plaza.

Grunau played a pivotal role in downtown revitalization projects, including transforming Milwaukee's riverfront and advancing our beloved riverwalk. He believed in creating spaces for the community he loved.

The plaza will serve as a new public space within the broader Milwaukee Riverwalk network, improving connections between the Water Street entertainment district, the Deer District, and the Old World Third Street entertainment district. The project also reflects the City’s commitment to leveraging public investment and partnerships to strengthen downtown’s walkability, vibrancy, and economic vitality.

It was an honor to join city leaders, collaborators, and community members in honoring Grunau's memory today.

09/25/2026

Beechie O. Brooks led the effort to develop Halyard Park in 1976 with a vision to create a suburban style subdivision for Milwaukee’s Black middle class. The development created over 40 single-family homes across several city blocks. Many of those first neighbors still call Halyard Park home today. After 50 years, I was honored to join members across our community and honoring Brooks’ memory and legacy with the Beachie O. Brooks statue located at 2043 N. 6th Street.

09/25/2026

100 wins for the first time in history! The Milwaukee Brewers continue to make this city proud. ⚾️

09/24/2026

Always great to see our incredible United States Senator, Tammy Baldwin and discuss our work to lower the cost of housing. Glad to have her as our champion working for us in Washington, DC to make life better for families in Milwaukee and all across the great state of Wisconsin.