The mayor drew particular attention to the decline in violent crimes. In a warehouse on the city's far northwest side, Mayor Cavalier Johnson took the podium on Monday, March 4, 2024, to deliver the State of the City address, emphasizing public safety. "I have no higher priority than making sure Milwaukee is as safe as possible," said Johnson. This commitment comes in … [Read more...] about Mayor Johnson prioritizes public safety in Milwaukee’s State of the City address
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Mayor Johnson delivers ‘State of the City 2023’ address
On Monday, June 26, 2023, Mayor Cavalier Johnson offered an upbeat assessment of Milwaukee’s present and future during his second State of the City speech at Henry Maier Festival Park. The mayor’s speech touted a vision of “One Milwaukee,” a city that celebrates its diversity and embraces “shared desires for public safety, equitable economic opportunity and city services that … [Read more...] about Mayor Johnson delivers ‘State of the City 2023’ address
Acting mayor focuses city address on violence in Milwaukee
Common Council President and Acting Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson delivered his State of the City address Monday, Febuary 7, 2022. "For two consecutive years, Milwaukee has endured homicide statistics we have never seen before," he said. Johnson used the speech to talk about the rise in violent crime. He said public safety is Milwaukee's greatest … [Read more...] about Acting mayor focuses city address on violence in Milwaukee