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What’s next for Milwaukee? New MMAC President Dale Kooyenga weighs in
MILWAUKEE — “Our demographics are not favorable. We have a 1% growth in the workforce between now and 2040. So we simply need more people in Milwaukee,” said Dale Kooyenga, the new President of MMAC.
The former state lawmaker for a dozen years is a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve. He was @TheTable Monday night to talk about his new role promoting Milwaukee and its diverse business community.
“How do we keep marketing Milwaukee as a great place to be, because it is a great place to be. So, it will be a multi-pronged approach,” said Kooyenga.
Kooyenga points to the Region on Choice pledge started under predecessor Tim Sheehy as an example of what Milwaukee can do in the area of retention and recruiting more African American and Hispanic/Latino employees.
“It was a huge effort led by MMAC management that said we need to make sure that the leadership of our community looks like our community. They were very successful on that with having just a larger Rolodex of opportunities for people to have positions here, and we far exceeded the pledge,” said Kooyenga. “Right now we have a great team working on, what does regional choice. 2.0 look like.”
Kooyenga also sees an opportunity for improvement as well in preparing the next generation of workers.
“We have a long way to go on education – we have done a lot on education, we have to do more on education. Our economic development right now is just going gangbusters with the wins with Microsoft and other big companies like that,” said Kooyenga.
Watch the full conversation in the video at the top of this article.
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TODAY: Milwaukee County's Cool Waters Aquatic Park opens for Memorial Day weekend
Looking to get outside this Memorial Day weekend? Milwaukee County’s Cool Waters Aquatic Park opened today Saturday, May 25!
Cool Waters Aquatic Park, located in Greenfield Park, opened at 11 a.m., Saturday. The aquatic park will be open today, May 25 through Monday, May 27, from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cool Waters Aquatic Park is home to the tallest waterslides in Milwaukee County. Some other amenities available at the aquatic park include children’s waterslides, interactive water toys, sand volleyball courts, and Cool’s Cafe.
Several other Milwaukee County pools are planned to open throughout June. Check out the full list of pools, water parks, and splash pads.
VisitMilwaukee County’s website for more information on admission fees and season passes.
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Everything To Know About The Milwaukee Bucks 2024 Offseason
The Milwaukee Bucks are heading into the 2024 offseason with high expectations and a myriad of challenges. Fresh off a 49-33 season and a disappointing playoff exit, the Bucks face crucial decisions that will shape their future. Here’s a comprehensive look at what’s at stake for Milwaukee this offseason.
Draft Picks: Adding Fresh Talent
The Bucks are positioned with two semi-valuable picks in the upcoming NBA Draft: No. 23 (via New Orleans) and No. 33 (via Portland). These picks are vital for infusing new, young talent into the roster. Given their salary cap constraints, hitting on these picks could provide much-needed depth and potential future assets for the team or they could set the stage for a bigger trade.
Free Agency: Tough Decisions
Milwaukee’s own free agent’s list includes key players like Malik Beasley, Jae Crowder, Patrick Beverley, Danilo Gallinari, Thanasis Antetokounmpo, and TyTy Washington Jr. The Bucks are projected to exceed the luxury tax threshold, with $183 million in committed salary, $12 million over the tax limit. As a second-apron team once they complete their roster, they will face numerous restrictions, making it challenging to attract free agents. How they navigate these waters will be crucial for maintaining their competitive edge.
The potential loss of Beasley, Crowder, and Beverley, who collectively averaged 23.5 points per game, is significant. Milwaukee must decide between signing veterans to minimum deals or developing young talent like AJ Green, MarJon Beauchamp, Chris Livingston, Andre Jackson Jr., and their draft picks. Developing these young players could provide long-term stability but comes with risks of inconsistency.
Evaluating the Roster: Health and Potential
The Bucks’ roster is a blend of high-cost, high-end players whose health has been a concern. Key injuries to Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard played a significant role in their early playoff exit. Under new head coach Doc Rivers, the team struggled to find consistency, finishing 17-18 after his midseason appointment. The trio of Antetokounmpo, Lillard, and Khris Middleton played only eight games together, but their on-court synergy showed promise with a +17.5 net rating. Assessing whether this core can stay healthy and gel effectively is a primary focus.
Financial Tightrope: Navigating the Cap
With $152 million committed to just four players (Lillard, Middleton, Antetokounmpo, and Brook Lopez), the Bucks have limited financial flexibility. Their likely status as a second-apron team restricts their ability to make certain trades and signings, pushing them to be creative in building their roster.
Extension Eligible
Bobby Portis and Pat Connaughton are extension eligible this offseason. Portis is eligible for a four-year, $78.9 million extension. He has been instrumental off the bench and would be a valuable long-term asset. Connaughton is another candidate for an extension, providing veteran depth and stability. If they aren’t going to extend either player, a trade is a very plausible scenario.
Biggest Needs: Athleticism and Ball-Handling
Milwaukee’s weaknesses were on full-display on the first round of the playoffs against the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks lacked the necessary athleticism to hang with Indiana throughout the entire series, and enough ball-handlers to get them through individual games. Look for them to address both needs this offseason.
Future Draft Assets: Limited Flexibility
Due to past trades, Milwaukee’s future draft assets are limited. They can trade their 2024 and 2031 first-round picks on draft night, but other picks are encumbered. This limitation necessitates a focus on maximizing the current roster’s potential and making shrewd moves to maintain competitiveness.
Last Word
The Bucks’ 2024 offseason is a balancing act of financial constraints, strategic roster moves, and player development. With Rivers at the helm and key players aiming for a healthy return, the Bucks have the core for another title run. The decisions made this summer will be crucial in determining whether they can capitalize on their championship window. The stakes are high, and the goal is clear: Bring another championship to Milwaukee.
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Military aircraft blows tire while landing at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport shutting down runway for 3 hours
A military aircraft suffered a blown tire while attempting to land at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport causing a runway to be shut down for nearly three hours.
Nobody was injured in the incident, which took place Friday at about 5:25 p.m. while a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker owned by the 128th Air Refueling Wing was attempting to land, according to airport spokeswoman Christie Green.
The airport released a statement on the tire failure but deferred comment to the Wisconsin Air National Guard on details of crash. A spokesperson couldn’t be reached Friday night.
The runway reopened at about 8:30 p.m. after maintenance crews cleaned up the debris from the blown tire and provided maintenance to the aircraft, Green said.
The incident caused flight delays, according to local media reports.
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