Number
250611
Version
ORIGINAL
Reference
170255, 240753
Sponsor
ALD. STAMPER AND ZAMARRIPA
Title
Resolution authorizing the expenditure of up to $10,000 from the Community and Economic Development Committee Fund for Bronzeville Week.
Analysis
This resolution authorizes the City Clerk to expend up to $10,000 from the Community and Economic Development Committee Fund Special Purpose Account for Bronzeville Week, to be held from August 2 to August 9, 2025.
Body
Whereas, The Community and Economic Development Committee Fund Special Purpose Account is used to promote the City’s economic development programs; and
Whereas, The Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District is a City of Milwaukee redevelopment initiative inspired by Milwaukee’s original Bronzeville District of the early and mid 1900’s; and
Whereas, Bronzeville Week has been established as an official City event (Common Council File Number 170255) and August 2 to August 9 has been designated as Bronzeville Week for 2025 (Common Council File Number 240753); and
Whereas, Bronzeville Week is a vibrant celebration of African American culture, history, art, and entertainment; and
Whereas, Bronzeville Week showcases local businesses, provides opportunities for local vendors, and furthers the economic development of the District; now, therefore, be it
Resolved, By the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee, that the City Clerk is authorized to expend up to $10,000 from the 2025 Community and Economic Development Committee Fund Special Purpose Account No. 0001-1310-S123-006300 to support Bronzeville Week.
Requestor
Drafter
LRB180890-1
Gunnar Raasch
7/21/2025