Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic

09/29/2026

👋👋The Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon takes place this weekend. The race organizers have sent a mailing to neighbors.

Follow the link to their website to review street closures in order to plan your commute ahead of time.

The 42nd edition of the Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon on Oct 5-6, 2024. Our course offers unparalleled scenic views of Milwaukee’s stunning skyline and natural beauty, including a breathtaking crossing of the iconic Hoan Bridge. Join us for an unforgettable experience as you run through the heart o...

09/27/2026

City Plan Commission to discuss data center moratorium on Monday

On Monday, September 28, the City Plan Commission will discuss file #251924 authored by Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic. The legislation would temporarily pause the establishment and development of data centers in Milwaukee for one year or until the zoning code is amended to define and regulate data centers. The City Plan Commission meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m. in room 301-B, 3rd Floor, City Hall, 200 E. Wells St. File #251924 is item six on the agenda and is scheduled to be heard no earlier than 2:10 p.m. Public comments will be taken during the meeting.

“Data centers pose new and unique challenges to communities, including impacts to the environment, public health, and general welfare,” said Alderwoman Dimitrijevic. “Our current zoning code does not specifically regulate land use for data centers, and as we grapple with this complex topic, we need to pause the process. If and when data centers come to Milwaukee, it must be with thorough, thoughtful, and community-centric regulations in place.”

Pending the action of the City Plan Commission, file #251924 could be eligible to be scheduled at the October 6 Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee meeting.

Those wanting to provide comment but unable to attend the meeting may leave an e-comment here. Please know that e-comments and information will become part of the official public record.

“I would encourage all interested parties to either attend in person to share their thoughts, or provide their comment electronically to ensure their voices are heard. This is an issue that impacts the entire community, and as such those voices should be a vital part of the process,” Alderwoman Dimitrijevic noted.

The City Plan Commission meeting will also be streamed live on the City Channel (channel 25 on Spectrum Cable and channel 99 on AT&T U-Verse in the City of Milwaukee) and via streaming video on the city website at city.milwaukee.gov/Channel25.

Join us or leave an e-comment for the City Plan Commission here 👇

https://milwaukee.granicusideas.com/meetings/8594-city-plan-commission-on-2026-09-28-1-30-pm-this-is-also-a-virtual-meeting/agenda_items/6ab57e63f2b6708ae600a0fd-6-251924-a-substitute-ordinance-relating-to-a-tem

09/22/2026

Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District - MMSD is holding a meeting regarding the April storms that impacted many residents in my district. Those in the area impacted should have a postcard in the mail inviting you to this. All are welcome.

What happened during the April storms, what MMSD learned, and what we're doing.

09/22/2026

Common Council seeks public input during 2027 budget process

Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Chair of the Common Council’s Finance and Personnel Committee, is encouraging residents to follow along with, and participate in, the city’s 2027 budget process which formally began today when Mayor Cavalier Johnson presented his recommended budget to the Common Council during its regular meeting.

“Every year, one of the Common Council’s biggest and most important undertakings is reviewing and amending the Mayor’s proposed budget,” said Alderwoman Dimitrijevic. “Allowing space for residents to provide their input is a crucial part of the process. We want to hear what people believe should be 2027 budget priorities, and I would urge those with thoughts, comments, or ideas to attend one of this year’s public input options.”

Residents will have two opportunities to provide input on the 2027 city budget. The first will be the Joint Public Hearing on the Mayor’s proposed 2027 budget. This opportunity for input will take place on Monday, October 5 at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chamber at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St. This hearing is in-person only.

Returning this year, the second opportunity for public input will be the Finance and Personnel Committee Public Input Hearing. This will take place on Saturday, October 17 at 9:30 a.m. at Mitchell Library, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St. This event will be in-person, but those wishing to provide input virtually may do so by registering in advance here (https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/723795768668226141).

The Common Council’s Finance and Personnel Committee will begin to hear budget presentations from city departments on Thursday, October 1, and those presentations will run through Thursday, October 15. The full schedule of hearings can be found online at Milwaukee.gov/CommonCouncil/Finance (https://city.milwaukee.gov/commoncouncil/Committee/Finance-and-Personnel.htm). All meetings will be broadcast on the City Channel (channel 25 on Spectrum Cable and channel 99 on AT&T U-Verse in the City of Milwaukee) and via streaming video on the city website at city.milwaukee.gov/Channel25.

After department hearings and public input sessions have concluded, Council Members will be able to propose budget amendments, which will be heard on Thursday, October 29 at 9 a.m. The final budget will be adopted on Friday, November 6 at the Common Council meeting at 9 a.m.

All budget-related items heard by the Finance and Personnel Committee will be part of Common Council file # 260001 - communication from the Mayor relating to the proposed 2027 budget. All supporting items, including department presentations and budget amendments, can be viewed as part of the file here (https://milwaukee.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=7992455&GUID=C55860BF-A7E7-441F-AB06-EFE73D2283C7&Options=ID%7CText%7C&Search=260001) once provided to the committee.

09/20/2026

We had a wonderful day at the Bay View Bash! Thank you to the many neighbors who asked us questions and to Mark and Dan from DPW Milwaukee for talking street repairs and streetlights!

Shout out to our city DPW workers who love showing off the big trucks as much as we all love checking them out!

I truly enjoy just listening to what is on residents’ minds and using that to shape my work at City Hall.

09/19/2026

See you soon!

09/17/2026

See you Saturday!

One of my favorite ways to seek neighbor feedback is tabling and making myself available for any comments concerns or compliments 😉

We use many ways to stay in touch with our constituents. A monthly e-newsletter, neighborhood meetings, open office hours in district and surveys.

Stop by to see us at the Bash this Saturday. We will also have staff from the DPW Milwaukee to answer some of the most popular inquiries we get -streets, potholes, traffic calming and streetlights!

09/17/2026

09/17/2026

This one means a lot to me. ❤️

I’m a policy maker, a proud Milwaukeean and a mom. Each day is an honor to represent the city I love and the days are made better when I feel like our work is making an impact citywide.

When the Bridge Project first came to Milwaukee, providing guaranteed, no-strings-attached income directly to pregnant moms was still viewed by some as a radical idea, especially with funds coming from the city.

As I stated in this article below👇 I believed then and even stronger today, where we now have data and more private dollars, that it is actually something much simpler: basic human kindness, basic prevention and basic innovation. If you don’t think so, just watch the movie called, “It’s Basic.”

The first cohort of moms is showing real results with greater housing stability, less food insecurity and more financial support for Milwaukee moms and their babies.

Thanks to a generous $3.1 million commitment from the Zilber Family Foundation alongside the City’s continued investment, at least 180 more Milwaukee mothers will have this opportunity.

👋Applications for the next cohort open on October 10!

When we help a mom pay her rent, buy groceries, afford childcare or reduce stress during the first years of her baby’s life, we are preventing eviction and instability, improving health, strengthening families and neighborhoods. This helps us build a safer city.

When we invest early and trust people, we can prevent the crisis instead of paying for it later.

I am proud to be a Milwaukee mom 🌈 fighting for all Milwaukee moms.

Zilber and city's federal grant will make unconditional cash payments to new moms.

09/16/2026

Bay View Bash is THIS SATURDAY September 19 from 11am - 10pm and we still need some extra hands to help us pull off one of Bay View’s biggest days of the year!

The Bash is completely volunteer-powered, and right now we especially need help with:

• Early Morning Setup: 6–9 AM
• Kids & Family Area: 10 AM–1 PM and 1–3 PM
• Keep It Clean crews throughout the afternoon and evening
• Breakdown Crew: 10 PM–midnight

Whether you’re an early bird, want to spend a few hours with us during the day, or can help us close things down at the end of the night, we would REALLY appreciate you!

As a thank you, all volunteers receive a free Bay View Bash t-shirt, a beverage, and a meal from our friends at the Lions Club!

Grab a friend and sign up for a shift. Every person who pitches in makes a huge difference for our small but mighty volunteer crew and helps us keep the Bash going year after year.

Sign up here:
https://www.eventeny.com/events/volunteer/application/?id=14394

Thank you for supporting Bay View Bash. We can’t wait to see you Saturday!

Nickie Rouleau & Bay View Bash Crew

September 16, 2026 - 2026 Volunteer Application - Be part of the Bay View Bash magic—powered by volunteers like you! The Bash is a 100% volunteer-fueled street festival, and your time helps us keep the good vibes going while supporting the Bay View neighborhood and the rad people who call it home....