Karin Tyler’s confirmation to Department of Community Wellness and Safety moves forward to Common Council

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) –Milwaukee’s Department of Community Wellness and Safety is one step closer to having a new director.

In a 3-2 vote Friday, Milwaukee’s Public Safety and Health Committee voted to approve Karin Tyler’s nomination to lead the Department of Community Wellness and Safety – after some contentious debate.

“Can you talk about – we received a number of letters of support from organizations tied to the office. Were those funded organizations solicited for support? How did we suddenly get so many letters of support two weeks ago?” asked Ald. Peter Burgelis…

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