anne o‘connor for milwaukee county supervisor

District 1

my priorities

Pursue positive outcomes for all Milwaukee County residents.

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End Bike Lane
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+ Home Ownership

Remove barriers to 1st home buyers

+ Street Safety

Improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists & motorists

+ Parks for Health

Preserve our shared green spaces for physical & mental health

+ Climate Action

Implement strategies to mitigate effects of climate change

Background

proven

15+ years of working with community & government on issues

leadership

created new programs to support environmental initiatives

values

cofounded a social justice organization to advance equity

why o’connor

experience

I’m an experienced advocate & collaborator - bringing together residents & elected officials to address challenges & improve our lives in Milwaukee County.

effective

I’ve assembled & led a North Shore Coalition for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, bringing resolutions for the first time to North Shore municipalities for formal recognition of this important federal holiday and day of service.

equitable

I’ve helped build a team to create & introduce formal resolutions adopted by Milwaukee County and individual municipalities acknowledging & denouncing the harm caused by racially restrictive covenants on Milwaukee County property deeds.

more about me

community

After living outside of the state, my husband and I returned to Wisconsin to raise our 3 children. I’ve called Whitefish Bay home for the past 16 years, and have been an active member of the milwaukee community with leadership roles in many local organizations. I am proud of Milwaukee County’s goal of becoming the healthiest county in Wisconsin by achieving racial equity, and I am excited to contribute to that vision.

education

+ bba marketing & international business

University of Wisconsin Madison


+ MA art history

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee


+ master gardener

University of Wisconsin Madison Extension

perspective

When we know better, we do better. It’s important to understand the history of issues in order to overcome challenges & work towards a more promising future. Collaboration is key. Listening is crucial. By engaging with each other & listening to different life experiences, we can combine our strengths for a thriving society that respects and values all of its members.

I’m Looking forward

to working with everyone toward a healthier more equitable milwaukee county

Email Address

annefor1mke@gmail.com

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