Number
251074
Version
SUBSTITUTE 1
Reference
240521
Sponsor
ALD. PEREZ, TAYLOR, BURGELIS, STAMPER AND BROWER
Title
Substitute resolution authorizing the donation of certain impounded motorcycles.
Analysis
This resolution permits the Department of Public Works to, at the discretion of the Commissioner of Public Works, donate impounded motorcycles from the City tow lot to BikerFest Mke for the purpose of supporting the organization’s youth outreach programs.
Body
Whereas, City of Milwaukee Code of Ordinances s. 105-65-4-b permits the Commissioner of Public Works, after appropriate notice, to sell or dispose of any vehicle or trailer impounded at the City’s tow lot; and
Whereas, BikerFest Mke is a Milwaukee non-profit offering youth-focused programs, including the Sliders Flat Track Racing Program, which gives youth the opportunity to work on donated motorcycles to provide hands-on experiences in motorcycle design and technology; and
Whereas, In 2024, the City established the Emerging Youth Achievement Advisory Council with the purpose of creating partnerships that engage local government, youth, and other stakeholders within the city who are dedicated to improving outcomes for underrepresented youth; now, therefore, be it
Resolved, By the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee, that the Department of Public Works is authorized to, at the discretion of the Commissioner of Public Works, donate motorcycles impounded by the City to BikerFest Mke; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Commissioner of Public Works and appropriate City officials are authorized to execute the donation agreement between the Department of Public Works and BikerFest Mke.
Requestor
Drafter
LRB 180264
Christopher Hillard
11/12/2025