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Citizens even more empowered to report illegal dumping

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Joint statement from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

As the Common Council unanimously passes a measure targeting illegal dumping, we would like citizens to know they are more empowered than ever to report such activity. Through the free City of Milwaukee (MKE Mobile) app, citizens can report illegal dumping very easily.

The MKE Mobile app can be downloaded from the Google Play store on Android devices and in the App Store on Apple devices. (Open your mobile device’s app store and search “MKE Mobile.”) Users of the app simply need go to the Complaint/Debris Litter page, fill out the requested information and send a picture. Our City resources will take it from there.

Existing resources to report illegal dumping remain an option. Community members can call the Milwaukee Police Department non-emergency number at 933-4444. Please note vehicle description, license plate, and description of individual when possible. Citizens can also fill out a report online at city.milwaukee.gov, keyword search – illegal dumping.

Also under this legislation, Department of Neighborhood Services Inspectors will be authorized to issue citations for illegal dumping, an authority previously held only by police officers.

This ordinance is one piece in a series of plans to promote a cleaner city. We urge community members to continue working together by reporting this atrocious activity.

BLMA Black Panther viewing and Talk Back

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Two-hundred MPS students will attend a viewing Thursday of the film Black Panther, then participate in a Talk Back. In partnership with the MPS Black & Latino Male Achievement office, Alderman Khalif J. Rainey believes this movie is important for young people who rarely see images showing strong and heroic Black male characters.

“When young people see movies portraying people that look like them, it becomes part of how they view themselves,” said Alderman Rainey, chair of the Black Male Achievement Advisory Committee.

Following the March 8, 10 a.m. showing at Marcus North Shore Cinema—Alderman Rainey and chaperones will discuss with the students some important themes from the movie.

“Our event goes beyond a self-esteem boost for these young people. We will have a chance to delve into the legacy of colonialism, global anti-blackness and Afrofuturism,” said LaNell Ramey, director of the MPS Black & Latino Male Achievement office. “And I’m encouraged with the box office success Black Panther is having, Hollywood is finally realizing the power and influence these types of films can have!”

The event sponsored by Alderman Rainey, MKE Kitchen Cabinet, Marcus Corp., Go Riteway Bus Co., and JCP Development. It is supported by Council members, Ashanti Hamilton, Milele A. Coggs, José G. Pérez, c, Cavalier “Chevy” Johnson, and Chantia Lewis.