Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs is addressing safety concerns over after-hours gatherings and nuisance properties in Milwaukee’s 6th District after recent violent incidents. She has initiated discussions within the city government to tackle the issue, as reported by the City of Milwaukee.
Milwaukee's Council File #241638 instructs the Milwaukee Police Department, the Department of Neighborhood Services, and the Office of the City Attorney to address unregulated after-hours events that create safety and noise concerns. The file focuses on improving oversight and management of these issues. Alderwoman Coggs emphasized that it is "vitally important that Council members have the opportunity to probe and discuss relevant, related issues with city officials," according to the City of Milwaukee.
Alderwoman Coggs aims to address disruptive after-hours gatherings by reviewing policies and ordinances to close any gaps and ensure action can be taken against unsafe properties. She may involve additional partners in the discussion. The Public Safety and Health Committee will soon hold a hearing on Council File #241638 to explore solutions. "It is my goal that we look hard at our processes and policies – as well as our ordinances – to see if there are weak spots or gaps, and to make sure we are in a position to take action when a property has activities that are threatening the safety and welfare of residents and neighborhoods," she said, as stated by the City of Milwaukee.
