Wanted: Smart, Passionate People Who Want To Make A Difference

“How can I get involved?

I’ve had dozens of people ask me just that during and after the campaign.

Here is one way: Join a board or commission.

The city has more than a dozen of these groups providing oversight and guidance to various city departments and functions, and we’re always looking for new people to provide their expertise in a variety of areas.

So if you have a background or interest in libraries, health, law enforcement, public safety or a number of other areas, please consider getting involved.

For the first time, we’re actively promoting this process, and we’ve added some information on the city website, as well as a short application. Please consider filling one out, so we can get it on file.

My goal in pushing for this: Open up the process. While technically anyone can join a board or commission, too often we are picking members from a narrow group of people who are known to the mayor and other city leaders. I want to change that. I know there are plenty of South Milwaukeeans who I don’t know who have skills, knowledge and passion that could benefit this city and how we deliver our services.

I want to meet some of these people, injecting fresh ideas and perspectives into our boards and commissions.

Get involved!