MAY 29, 2010 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED NAACP Seeks Investigation Officials Agree to Investigate

Jerry Hamilton, president of the Annette Polly Williams, an- Milwaukee NAACP wants ofﬁ cials to reopen nounced that she would not be seeking re-elec- investigation. (See front page) tion to the State Assembly. (See front page)

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VOL. XXXXIV NO. 94 “THE NEWSPAPER YOU CAN TRUST SINCE 1964” SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2010 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED NAACP seeks investigation Officials agree to investigate

ment agency to conduct the investigation. The Milwaukee Branch NAACP held a press conference on Monday, May 24, 2010, outside of Yester Years Pub & Grill, 9427 W. Green- fi eld Avenue, Milwaukee, WI. Following the press conference NAACP offi cials visited the West Allis police station to request the police chief to reopen the investigation. It was announced on Tuesday following the press conference and meeting that law enforcement offi cials have agreed to conduct further investigation into the incident. The Milwaukee Branch President Barack Obama greets guest Will Allen in a receiving line in the Blue Room of the White House, May 19, 2010. NAACP has reason to believe (Ofﬁ cial White House Photo by Samantha Appleton) Yester Years Pub & Grill the investigation into the inci- (Photo by Robert Bell) dent lacked the thoroughness typically associated with com- petent investigations. For in- By Milwaukee NAACP ofﬁ ce Will Allen returns to the White House stance, the Milwaukee Branch The Milwaukee Branch NAACP would like to know NAACP called upon law en- whether all known employees Growing Power CEO a guest at Mexican state dinner forcement offi cials to reopen and bar patrons present that Just two months after First “It is an absolute honor House has really engaged a Lorena Ochoa, actresses the investigation into the night were interviewed. Lady Michelle Obama asked to be invited by the President lot of folks, inspired a lot of Salma Hayek and Eva Longo- incident in West Allis, Wiscon- Upon information and him to stand with her in Wash- and Mrs. Obama to such a folks to grown a garden. That ria-Parker. sin, where President Barack belief, the Milwaukee Branch ington as one of four Ameri- prestigious and important makes me happy because Entertainment included Obama was burned in effi gy; NAACP believes a statue of cans speaking in support of event,” Allen said. “It gave that’s what we’re trying to do.” Beyonce’ and noted Mexican or in the alternative, to appoint the launch of her “Let’s Move!” me an opportunity to continue Another special treat for entertainment team, Rodrigo an independent law enforce- Continued on Page 2 initiative to end childhood building important relation- Allen was the opportunity Sanchez and Gabriela Quin- obesity, Will Allen of Growing ships that will help drive our to enjoy the upscale Mexi- tero originally from Mexico Power was again invited to Good Food Revolution. “ can cuisine of Rick Bayless, City. the White House, this time as Allen who is lives in Oak renowned chef who has been The invitation capped a Rep. Williams a guest at a dinner to honor Creek attended the dinner featured on the series Top heady week for Allen. On May the offi cial state visit of the with his wife, Cynthia. The Chef Masters, and owner of 15, in the midst of hosting president of Mexico. black-tie affair marked the Chicago restaurant Topolo- Growing Power’s Fifth Annual The State Dinner was held Obama administration’s sec- bampo, one of the Obamas National and International to retire on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 ond state dinner-and unlike favorite eating spots in their Urban Agriculture Workshop, at the White House in a tent on the fi rst one, this one went off hometown. with more than 100 attendees State Representative An- Senator Spencer Coggs the South Lawn. The invitation without any complications. “He’s pretty legendary. participating in intensive train- nette Polly Williams surprised released the following state- read: “The President and Mrs. Allen was among a hand- He uses organic ingredients, ing, he took time off from his many this past weekend with ment regarding the retirement Obama request the pleasure ful of special guests person- sourced locally and has his duties to accept an honorary her announcement of retir- of Representative Annette of the company of Mr. Will Al- ally invited by First Lady own garden where he grows doctor fi ne arts degree from ing from public offi ce. Rep. Polly Williams: len at a dinner in honor of His Michelle Obama. a lot of the food he uses in the the Milwaukee Institute of Art Williams released a statement “Having been elected to Excellency Felipe Calderón, “I really admire her work restaurant.” Allen said. and Design and to deliver the on Saturday, May 22 that she the Assembly the term after President of Mexico, and Mrs. in terms of our youth,” he Other invited guests at the commencement address to will not seek re-election to the Polly, I was grateful to have Margarita Zavala.” said. “The garden at the White dinner included retired golfer 140 graduates of the institute. Wisconsin State Assembly. two strong role models in After 30 years of service to the her and my Aunt Marcia as I people of Wisconsin, she said began my legislative career. Supervisor Elizabeth Coggs that she feels that it is time for While we are sad to see Rep. her to retire and move on to Williams leave the Legislature, the next phase of her life. there is no doubt that she has Rep. Williams expressed more than earned her “life looking to run for Williams’ seat her gratitude for the time that after the legislature.” she has served her constitu- He continued, “I wish County Supervisor Eliza- tee and Parks, Energy and Her father, Isaac N. Coggs, ments of her parents by the ency. She has fought for and her and her family all the beth Coggs announced this Environment Committee. was one of the fi rst African naming of the Isaac N. Coggs has helped to win several best. Her retirement leaves week that she has a explorato- From 1996 to 2000 she was Americans elected to the Community Health Connec- major battles that have im- big shoes to fi ll in an attempt ry committee seeking informa- the second vice chair of the State Legislature in 1952 and tion in 1987 and the naming of proved the quality of life and to match her dedication and tion and support as she looks Milwaukee County Board of the Milwaukee County Board the Marcia P. Coggs Human education for the residents of knowledge.” at running for the seat recently Supervisors, the fi rst person in 1964. Her mother, Marcia P. Services Center and the D.J. Milwaukee. She plans to spend more vacate by State Representa- of color and fi rst female to be Coggs, was the fi rst African- Young/Marcia P. Coggs Acad- Elected in 1980, she is time with her family and tive Annette Polly Williams. elected to this position by her American woman elected to emy in 2004. These facilities currently the longest serv- church, while staying involved Elizabeth Coggs was peers. the Wisconsin State Legisla- uphold the visionary legacy ing woman in the history of in the community and continu- elected and has served as Supervisor Coggs is a ture in 1976. Presently two of her ancestors: giving back the State of Wisconsin. Rep. ing to fi ght for issues relating 10th District Supervisor since graduate of Lincoln High cousins serve in State Gov- to the community to better the Williams, who is a product of to children and their families. 1988 and was re-elected in School and the University of ernment: State Representa- quality of life. the struggles of the 1950’s Her retirement from public 1992, 1996, 2000, 2004 and Wisconsin–Milwaukee, where tive Leon D. Young and State Supervisor Coggs has and 1960’s, fought in the State offi ce will also give her an op- 2008. Supervisor Coggs is she earned a Bachelor of Arts Senator G. Spencer Coggs served as chairman of the Legislature on issues affect- portunity to spend more time currently chairman of the degree. She is also an alumna Supervisor Coggs values Combined Community Ser- ing her constituency with the with her family, which includes Finance and Audit Committee of Future Milwaukee. her roots and upbringing and vices Board for the past four same ferver that won the civil 4 children, 7 grandchildren and a member of the Health She continues the legacy appreciates the community rights movement. and 2 great grandchildren. and Human Needs Commit- of politics as a family tradition. for upholding the accomplish- Continued on Page 4

Conference for Milw. young professionals - PAGE 2 Response to “Why are you a slave?”- PAGE 4 MAY 29 Being a mommy young - PAGE 3 Making a difference - PAGE 5 PAGE 2 • MILWAUKEE COURIER • SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2010 www.milwaukeecourieronline.com

Brewers Annual Negro Leagues Tribute set for May 29 Ollie Brantley and Clinton “Butch” McCord to be honored The Milwaukee Brewers most influential men, including minor leagues from 1953-69. on Sunday, May 30 begin- In previous years, the recognized. will host the franchise’s annual Hall-of-Fame player/manager McCord spent five seasons in ning at 1 p.m., when Brantley Brewers recognized infielder The Brewers will auction ‘Negro Leagues Tribute’ at Preston “Pete” Hill. The New the Negro Leagues as a first and McCord are inducted Harold “Buster” Hair Jr. the game-worn Milwaukee Miller Park on Saturday, May York Mets will join in by don- baseman and outfielder with into the ‘Yesterday’s Negro and catcher James “Jim P” Bears uniforms worn by Brew- 29 vs. the New York Mets at ning uniforms that will honor the Nashville Cubs and Black League Hall of Fame’ at Tillman Sr. (2009); pitcher ers players and coaches at 6:10 p.m. the New York Cubans, who Vols, Baltimore Elite Giants the Mother Kathryn Daniels Eugene ‘Dick’ Scruggs and brewers.com, starting at noon As part of the Negro played in the Negro Leagues and the Chicago American Center located at 3500 W. first baseman James ‘Red’ on June 2 and continuing Leagues Tribute, the Brew- from 1935-36 and 1939-50. Giants from 1946-50. He also Mother Daniels Way on the Moore (2008); and outfielder through 5 p.m. on June 16. ers will wear reproductions On this day, the Brew- played in the minor leagues grounds of Milwaukee’s Holy W. James ‘Jim’ Cobbin and The proceeds from the auc- of uniforms worn by the ers will honor former Negro from 1951-61. NOTE: McCord Redeemer Church (COGIC). catcher Arthur Hamilton tion will benefit the Yesterday’s Milwaukee Bears, the city’s League players Ollie Brantley is unable to travel to Milwau- The Brewers are once again (2007) into the Yesterday’s Negro League Baseball Play- 1923 representative in the and Clinton “Butch” McCord kee, but his former American partnering with the MKDC and Negro League Hall of Fame. ers Foundation and the Negro Negro National League. The in a pre-game ceremony. Giants teammate, Joe B. the church as a sponsor of the During the Brewers initial Ne- Leagues Baseball Museum in team played only one sea- Brantley pitched two seasons Scott, will attend on McCord’s annual induction ceremonies gro Leagues Tribute in 2006, Kansas City. For additional son before disbanding but with the Memphis Red Sox behalf. and other initiatives. This Buck O’Neil, James Sanders information or ticket info, fans featured some of the game’s (1951-52) and played in the The activities continue event is open to the public. and Dennis Biddle were each can visit www.brewers.com. New Career Development Conference targets Milwaukee’s young professionals Milwaukee Urban League Young Professionals hosts conference for young business professionals As the City of Milwaukee the needs of today’s young taking claim over their careers by Milwaukee-based Direct a non-profit organization that the achievement of social and continues battling with high professionals. Most are either and personal development. Supply, Inc., an innovative helps to improve the lives of economic equality. unemployment rates and a facing increased responsibili- Suited for a range of pro- company devoted to the Milwaukee-area young profes- The MULYP Develop- fragile job market, local young ties and challenges at work fessionals (from entry to upper success of the senior care sionals through a variety of ment Conference is free for professionals are receiving due to company downsiz- management, as well as continuum. Among speakers programming and community MULYP members and costs some much needed help ing and hiring freezes, or those seeking employment or and participating businesses, service projects that address $10 for non-members. For in remaining competitive in they’re in the job market,” said exploring entrepreneurship), the conference welcomes Dr. health, education and finan- more information on the today’s workforce. The Mil- Richard Badger, president of the half-day event features Robert Davis, president of the cial issues, to name a few. event, scheduled speakers, waukee Urban League Young the Milwaukee Urban League 12 workshops and presenta- Milwaukee Zoological Society, MULYP serves as the and workshops, or to regis- Professionals (MULYP) will Young Professionals. “We’re tions led by Milwaukee-area Kelly Leadership Group, LLC, premier organization for ter, please visit www.tmulyp. host the city’s first confer- offering a low-cost, yet high experts, covering topics such African American Leader- young professionals in Mil- org. For more information on ence geared toward young quality conference that would as business etiquette, leading ship Program, GE Healthcare, waukee and the surrounding the Milwaukee Urban League business executives, offering help young professionals of effective meetings, starting Great Lakes School of Eti- areas. MULYP’s mission is to Young Professionals, please a series of workshops and various levels advance in your own business, personal quette and more. engage young profession- visit www.tmulyp.org, or fol- initiatives that focus on per- their professional tracks and marketing and more. A CEO MULYP, an auxiliary of the als in the Milwaukee Urban low on Twitter at www.twitter. sonal, professional and career careers.” roundtable panel discussion Milwaukee Urban League, is League’s movement towards com/MULYP. development. The MULYP Costing only $10 to the will feature leaders from Mil- Development Conference is public, the MULYP Develop- waukee-area businesses, and scheduled for Saturday, June ment Conference comple- a Resource Center will offer 12, 2010 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. ments the organization’s information on job openings, at Cardinal Stritch University, ongoing commitment to resume reviews and mock in Glendale, Wis. empower its members and interviews, and more. “MULYP is responding to the Milwaukee community in The event is sponsored MPS 2010 high school graduations scheduled Commencement ceremonies begin in May Graduation ceremonies summer. Most schools have owe it to myself and my mom. are now scheduled at 52 MPS not yet recorded high school This is why I have worked schools and programs with diploma dates for students for so hard during the past four high school grades. One of 2009-2010, as they wait for fi- years.” Myron Cain, Principal the first ceremonies is May 27, nal exams to verify the credits of Hamilton High School, of- when Rufus King International earned. fers a principal’s perspective. Baccalaureate High School Among the graduates will “I have a simple, straight-for- graduates its seniors at the be Carlos Marroquin, Pulaski ward message for our gradu- U.S. Cellular Arena at 6:00 High School’s valedictorian. ating class. I tell them that p.m. Most of the remaining Marroquin plans to attend we have done our best with commencements are in June. Marquette University with a you, now go out and do good Approximately 90 percent concentration in business. things.” Hamilton is MPS’ larg- of the current grade 12 enroll- “My main goal right now is est high school. Its graduation ment of 4,558 students is ex- to be the first person in my is June 11, 7:00 p.m., at the pected to receive high school family to graduate college,” diplomas by the end of the said Marroquin, who is 17. “I Continued on Page 5 NAACP investigation

Continued from Page 1 President Barack Obama said NAACP president Jerry ing. No charges were filed. was brought inside the bar Ann Hamilton. Days before the 2008 election, with the clear intent to set According to the local vandals painted red numer- it ablaze. “We believe the NAACP, the owner shamefully als “666” on Obama/Biden owner placed a noose around led others to believe this act signs in Whitefish Bay neigh- the neck of the statue. We was a bad joke committed by borhoods. No charges were have reason to believe the inebriated patrons. For what it filed. On November 3, 2008, noose was made of duct tape is worth, this does not appear a poster depicting a bullet and tissue, and braided or to be a “Cuervo Gone Wild” travelling towards the head otherwise twisted to resemble incident, but a premeditated of President-elect Barack a noose. We believe the attempt to use combustible Obama was found in a City of owner was warned by several liquids to start a fire inside a Milwaukee Police Station. No people not to set the statue drinking establishment during charges were filed. Now, a ablaze. We believe the owner business hours. This sort of bar owner affixes a simulated disregarded these warnings disorderly behavior cannot noose around the neck of a and poured a combustible and should not be tolerated. statue of President Barack liquid (believed to be Ba- “We are disturbed that Obama; the owner then uses cardi 151) on the statue. We incidents of hate continue to a combustible liquid to set the believe the owner then set the be tolerated in our community. statue and noose on fire; and statue and noose on fire. At Prior to the November 2008 we are once again informed the time of the fire there were presidential election, racist that no charges will be filed. several patrons and employ- mailers were sent to voters ees in the establishment.” discouraging them from vot- Continued on Page 4 PAGE 3 • MILWAUKEE COURIER • SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2010 www.milwaukeecourieronline.com

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Since 2004, the Argosy lished courtesy of Madden’s Citizenship Award has rec- grant from the Argosy Foun- ognized and celebrated the dation. Her next steps are Boys & Girls Clubs’ most to launch a book tour with creative and civically-minded speaking engagements. She teens, allowing them to share is selling copies of it for $15 their dreams and accomplish- each with all of the funds do- ments with the Milwaukee nated to Lady Pitts, a school community. To be considered and resource center for teen- for the award, Club members age mothers. The other half of must be at least 11 years old her Argosy Citizenship Award and at most a junior in high Madden will be applied to school and have demon- her educational expenses at strated leadership and service University of Arkansas at Pine at their Club. Candidates Bluff this fall. also had to submit a project To write her book, Mad- proposal and a letter of rec- den interviewed teen mothers ommendation from a teacher, or were sexually active. She employer or relative. Each talked to them about how their award winner receives a total decisions impacted their lives. of $1,000: a $500 stipend to Madden also wrote poetry support his or her education from the standpoint of a teen and $500 in seed money to mom. She hopes it will provide execute his or her community a source of encouragement service project. for young mothers and serve In addition to receiving as a cautionary warning to the Argosy Citizenship Award others. Rianna Madden winner, Madden’s other Boys To order a copy of Being & Girls Clubs involvement a ‘Mommy Young’, send an Rianna Madden recalls to balance parenthood with includes being a 2010 North- e-mail to riannam@boysgirls- when her teenage sister high school. Now age 17, western Mutual Foundation clubs.org. Checks should be shared the news with their Rianna gives voice to teen Youth of the Year honoree, an made payable to Lady Pitts family that she was pregnant. moms like her older sister officer in the Ladies Making and mailed to: Although she was a small through her book, ‘Being a a Difference Keystone Club, Attention: Rianna Madden child, the St. Joan Antida Mommie Young’, thanks to the and part of the Stein Scholars St. Joan Antida High School High School Boys & Girls Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater College Prep Program. Boys & Girls Club Club member witnessed her Milwaukee’s Argosy Citizen- This month, ‘Being a 1341 N. Cass St. Being a mommie young by Rianna Madden & Friends sister’s struggles as she tried ship Award Program. Mommie Young’ was pub- Milwaukee, WI 53202 Project Pinwheel Campaign speaks to needs of youth Lad Lake and M & I Bank work to protect local children May is Foster Care Pinwheel in 2008 to heighten Care System. to those young adults as they youth in foster care and those in the lives of these young Awareness Month, and one awareness about the needs One of the top priorities “age out”. At age 18, young aging out of the system for people, to help them achieve leading Milwaukee agency of youth in foster care, spe- of Project Pinwheel is rais- people are not ready to live on more than 20 years, so we success and become produc- has found a unique way to cifically the more than 800 ing awareness about youth their own, said Gary Erdmann, understand the many chal- tive members of our communi- increase awareness of the that “age out” of the system aging out of the system and Executive Director of Lad- lenges these youth face,” ty. Project Pinwheel provides plight of foster care youth annually when they turn 18 Lad Lake’s desire to extend Lake. “We hope to provide said Erdmann. “Our goal with an opportunity for everyone to through the Project Pinwheel years old. Each year, 250 benefits to foster care youth a safety net that would allow Project Pinwheel is to keep get involved.” campaign. With support from youth age out of the system to age 25 and allowing them youth to experience those the community and legislators To learn more about M & I Bank, Lad Lake contin- in Milwaukee and LadLake additional time to prepare for “bumps in the road” that we plugged in to the needs of Project Pinwheel, or to obtain ues to address the needs of works with approximately independent living. all did at that age. It is so im- youth in foster care, in particu- pinwheels and yard signs local young people. half of this population. This “At LadLake, one of our portant to have resources and lar those who are aging out of to help with the awareness LadLake, an agency year, Lad Lake has partnered focuses is on the aging out services available until age 25 the system.” campaign or volunteer at Lad with more than 100 years of with M & I, in an effort to best of children enrolled in foster should they need to access “Hopefully, as people Lake during the month of May success working with young serve the many children mov- care. This collaboration will them.” become aware, they will want visit www.projectpinwheel.org people, launched Project ing through Wisconsin’s Foster provide a seamless transition “We have worked with to become actively involved or call 414-332-2690. Townhomes funded by Recovery Act to begin construction Wisconsin Housing and LLC, Layton Boulevard West City Townhomes. Townhomes. Earlier this year, borhood growing at such a Tax Credits to cash for equity Economic Development Neighbors (LBWN) and State In 2009 WHEDA allocated WHEDA provided a grant of rapid pace each year, we investment. State Farm will Authority (WHEDA) executive Farm Insurance on Friday, $3.4 million in Low Income $1.3 million in federal Ex- recognize there is a greater purchase the tax credits pro- director Antonio Riley joined May 21st at Arlington Heights Housing Tax Credits to the change program funding to fill need for high quality afford- viding equity for the Silver City community leaders includ- Park, 3429 W. Pierce Street, development team of Wis- a financing gap. able housing options in this Townhomes project. ing representatives from Milwaukee, to celebrate the consin Redevelopment and “With south side commu- area,” said Executive Direc- The development, which Wisconsin Redevelopment construction kick-off of Silver LBWN to construct Silver City nities like Silver City neigh- tor Riley. “That’s why we’re will utilize sustainable and excited to partner with Layton high-performance green Boulevard West Neighbors building elements, will help Hundreds helped at Resource Fair and Wisconsin Redevelop- create approximately 23 new ment to bring residents these construction jobs for area panel of local doctors. Other new townhomes, which will be workers. Silver City Town- busy areas at the fair in- an excellent addition to this homes will also feature an cluded case workers from historic neighborhood.” outdoor athletic court that Child Support Enforcement The 20 rent-to-own afford- includes basketball hoops and the Driver’s License able units, which are being and a tennis court for resident Recovery program. Milwau- constructed on a vacant park- and neighborhood use. kee Municipal Judge Derek ing lot at the 3500 block of W. During the Doyle Admin- Mosley met with area resi- Pierce Street, will be made istration in the City of Milwau- dents who needed to see a available to families earning kee, WHEDA has invested judge regarding a pending 60 percent or less of the area over $500 million in tax credits legal case. median income. and financing to help pre- Other areas provid- The federal Exchange serve, rehabilitate and create ing valuable information program allows WHEDA to over 5,200 units of affordable for many people included exchange previously allo- housing, many of which are health resources, educa- cated Low Income Housing located in Central Milwaukee. tion, financial literacy, and housing. The Spring Job Brentwood Church of Christ’s bi-monthly African Ameri- and Resource Fair was can Alzheimer’s & Related Demetia Caregiver Support Panel of area doctors discusses the impact of diabetes on the community at SDC coordinated by the Social Group meeting will be held on Friday, June 4, 2010 from Spring Job & Resource Fair Development Commission 6:00 - 7:00 pm at the church (6425 N. 60th Street). This (SDC). The agency will host 70 organizations, agen- nity Job and Resource Fair. training resources and fill out group is free and open to the general public. The meet- another resource fair at the cies and businesses got the Hundreds of people at- applications for positions. ing will include a presentation by Stephanie Houston of the end of September tentatively opportunity to help residents tended the free daylong event Residents also learned at Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Institute, she will present on in-home scheduled to be hosted by access a wide range of held at the Parklawn Assem- a workshop about diabetes assessment options. The group is a partnership with the St. Mark’s AME Church. services and programs at the bly of God Church. There they and how it impacts families Alzheimer’s Association. For more information, please con- 4th Annual Spring Commu- were able to connect with job and the community from a tact Darlene Johnson at 414-353-6757. PAGE 4 • MILWAUKEE COURIER • SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2010 www.milwaukeecourieronline.com

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EXCEPT WHERE INDICATED, THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED ON THIS PAGE ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE MILWAUKEE COURIER Letter to the editor: Minister Bagley’s response: Response to “Why Dear Mr. Jackson, thing that no one has or can, that is confl icting to you then of me being a “wolf in sheep think on this: I thank you for your re- clothing.” a. The Holy Bible never can sponse from the article, “Why 4. The focus was on “jeal- confl ict. If it does then one are you a slave.” Please let ousy” in which I do have a of us does not have the full are you a slave?” me express… true understanding of, being I understanding or the inter- 1. I do understand the differ- have my Masters in Christian pretation is wrong. Mr. Shone Bagley pref- ing” being a preposition that (2 Corinthians 10). If people ence between the different Counseling. In counseling b. Since I know I am edu- aced his sentiments with a denotes point of origin, comes are enslaved, its not because styles of writing. I have cho- you approach people where cated by proven PhD hold- question, presumably with from, or by. of government, the mega- sen the lecture style because they are at. Some are very ers, Priests, also knowing an answer in mind, unless he In summary, God re- church or the corner church. it is a simple format for those spiritual, some are less than, Hebrew, Greek, and French wrote rhetorically. If the intent vealed His redemptive plan of God didn’t say trust in the who don’t have the time nor and some even lesser. In each languages; could it be that was to engage the readers salvation by memorializing His government, he said to pray will to look up every scripture case you address them to your doctrine is not fulfi lled to from a Biblical foundation, inerrant Word through the us- for them (1 Timothy 2:1-3). He such as your letter has, and where they are at. We as men its fullness? and not a persuasive plat- age of fallible vessels, for the didn’t say trust in the founda- still give them the truth as of God should not overwhelm Let it be no doubt. We form, the latter seemed more edifi cation of those who would tion of buildings built by man’s God has given it to me. someone who is a baby or are on the same side, sav- pronounced. The danger in believe that Jesus the Christ is hands, rather trust in the foun- 2. Out of everything you someone who is too busy to ing souls for God. However, the lecture format is that the Lord and Savior- the Truth be- dation designed by Him (Luke stated you never addressed look up all these scriptures let us not judge nor call our information is more opinion- ing discerned because of the 6: 47-49). the key subject; our people like the examples you’ve given people “simple.” They are ated than doctrinal, i.e, the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. He also said, “Trust in the are enslaved. Are you say- in your response, as well as not simple minded, some are exegesis (objective, literal The spirit can’t know what Lord with all your heart, and ing we are not? Are you not insult the one who is giv- just babes to the understand- approach) of scripture is de- the spirit doesn’t know- The lean not on your own under- truly saying this is not true to ing the message, even if it is ing of Jesus and this should creased to an eisegesis (sub- natural man does not receive standing: in all your ways ac- include the “saved” as well “simple” to you. not be confused with my “by jective, relative approach) of the things of the Spirit of God, knowledge Him, and He shall as the unsaved? Have you 5. Please let me introduce smooth words and fl attering” scripture. What saith the Lord neither can he for they are direct your paths (Proverbs 3: not turned your back to God myself to you: I am a Priest. I writing. My goal is to reach on “why are you a slave?” Spiritually discerned (1 5-6). once, being saved? God is a am licensed and have been everyone. Biblical truths: All scripture is Corinthians 2). Mr. Bagley states that “it Jealous God, is He not? ordained by God and man In closing, you sound to given by inspiration of God (2 Walk in the Spirit and doesn’t matter whether you’re 3. My position is to point by the Baptist Association. I me as a man of God who is Timothy 3). That word “inspi- you shall not fulfi ll the lust of spiritual or not” when it comes out the truth as Jesus did, have earned my Masters in trying to bring Jesus to the ration” means God breathed the fl esh (Galatians 5:16-26). to the issue of jealousy, when in a “simple” way so all can Christian Counseling and am lost. I however, am here to (theopneustos). God is Spirit, There is a spiritual warfare in fact it does matter because understand the message. fi nishing my PhD in Pastoral take those who have Jesus and those who Worship Him going on (Ephesians 6: 10- there is a distinction between The message is people Divinity-- all at accredited and lead them to a higher must do so in Spirt and truth 20), and there isn’t a middle “spirits” and the response will are enslaved because of schools. I have learned over- understanding of the mission. (John 4). ground to stand on: the al- be contingent upon what side their disobedience of God’s seas under Rabbis and other Let me simply say, “Thank Spiritual discernment legiance is on one side or the of the realm a person falls words. As a people we need Priests within the Jewish and you for the response.” comes from the Lord, by way other (Ephesians 2: 1-3). For under: read Galatians 5. to understand that, and not Christian faith. I have been Khoda Hafi z simply translate of the Helper (John 14:15-31). though we walk in the fl esh, Finally, God examines argue how I wrote out the educated under the best into: Peace and blessings be When the reader (a believer) we do not war according to from within (Proverbs 16:2), article or try to prove some- scholars. If there is something with you. allows the Holy Spirit to lead, the fl esh. For the weapons of not by abbreviations affi xed to the heart will be illuminated our warfare are not carnal but names or opinions based on and the head will respond. mighty in God for pulling emotions (1 Corinthians 1:18- brethren, note those who serve our Lord Jesus Christ, Shalom Aleichem (Peace be Faith comes by hearing, and down strongholds, casting 25). We are in agreement, cause division and offenses, but their own belly, and by upon you), hearing by the Word of God down arguments and every Mr. Bagley, that we should be contrary to the doctrine which smooth words and ﬂ attering (Romans 10): the Greek high thing that exalts itself watchful of wolves in sheep’s you learned, and avoid them. speech deceive the hearts of Victor Jackson defi nition of the word “hear- against the knowledge of God clothing: “Now I urge you For those who are such do not the simple” (Romans 16).

By State Representative, Leon D. Young

Last week was an event- Matriarch of the State Assembly announces retirement ful week on many fronts. Our community was both Our community also ter of fact, there are only fi ve tion that spurred the School Barack Obama as the fi rst admirer, I would like to say stunned and saddened by suffered another loss in the other members of the current Choice movement. (The fi rst Black President of the United that Rep. Williams’ presence the untimely passing of Betty political sense week. State Legislature that have more true Educational Parental States. And emblematic of will be sorely missed at the Jean Gillespie, the restaurant Representative Annette “Polly” years of service.) Choice Legislation in the na- her dogged determination, in State Capitol. Moreover, I entrepreneur. My prayers go Williams announced that she In her 30 years of public tion.) 1982, she initiated a federal wish her the very best (good out to her family and friends would not be seeking re-elec- service. Rep. Williams has Rep. Williams has surely lawsuit that created a third health and happiness) as she during this diffi cult time of tion to State Assembly this distinguished herself by carv- made her presence felt over seat (currently 17th Assembly prepares for the next phase in bereavement. Mrs. Gillespie fall. Rep. Williams has been ing out a unique legislative the years and has crafted District) for an African-Ameri- her life. will remain ensconced in our a member of the State As- niche in the fi eld of educa- an impressive résumé in the can in the Wisconsin State Representative Annette collective hearts, by virtue of sembly since 1980, which tion. Without question, her process. For instance, she Legislature. “Polly” Williams has champi- the living institution that she makes her the longest serving signature achievement, as an was one of just ten Wiscon- I could go on and on enu- oned a number of social and leaves in her wake “Speed woman in the history of the elected offi cial, was authoring sin presidential electors that merating Polly’s considerable political battles in her day and Queen”. State of Wisconsin. (As a mat- the ground-breaking legisla- cast their ballots to elect accomplishments, but I won’t has won most. She is richly because of time and space deserving of our respect and constraints. prayers for a fruitful retire- NAACP seeks investigation As a colleague, friend and ment. Continued from Page 2 This lackadaisical attitude ing these activities. liquids to start fi res in drinking low public discourse has sunk is unacceptable.” Hamilton Excusing this behavior establishments. Regardless of the direc- contends. sets a dangerous precedent. The community will un- tion or outcome of these There has been a clear es- Do other bar owners now have doubtedly continue to debate community discussions, it is calation of hostilities towards carte blanche authority to use whether this incident was the incumbent upon law enforce- the President in this commu- their readily available com- product of racist motivations, ment offi cials to send a strong nity. The escalation is due in bustible liquids to start fi res or not. In the end, it probably message that the purposeful part to the failure of prosecu- within their establishments won’t matter to most whether use of combustible liquids tors to take these activities during operating hours? the incident was about race, to start fi res inside buildings, seriously. News headlines, both or was not about race; or particularly bars populated “History will have to record locally and across the nation, whether the burning statue with inebriated patrons, will that the greatest tragedy of serve as constant reminders was of the President they not be tolerated. Political this period of social transition of the dangers of fi re in drink- voted for, or of the President speech can and often crosses was not the strident clamor ing establishments. Fortu- they did not vote for. To the line into criminal behavior. of the bad people, but the nately, the fi re started in this people of good conscience For these reasons, we call appalling silence of the good bar was controlled; however, – Caucasian, African Ameri- upon law enforcement offi cials people.” Dr. Martin Luther that does not diminish the can, Latino, Democrat and to reopen the investigation. King, Jr. We encouraged all reckless and disorderly be- Republican – it will serve as people to join us in condemn- havior of using combustible another sad indicator of how She has a lifetime of tional Church of God In Christ. Coggs looking to run involvement in the Milwaukee Coggs is the dedicated community. She is founder of mother of Priscilla, Chloé and Continued from Page 1 the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Devona and grandmother to Back to School Festival, chair- Solomon Kingston. She and years. She is also a member County Offi cials. She’s also a man of Vision for Vliet, and her family attend Holy Re- of the National Association of member of the Leaders Forum a member of the Milwaukee deemer Institutional Church County Offi cials and the Na- and the Historic Concordia Urban League Guild, NAACP tional Organization of Black Neighborhood Association. and Holy Redeemer Institu- Continued on Page 5 PAGE 5 • MILWAUKEE COURIER • SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2010 www.milwaukeecourieronline.com

Making a difference on the way to a college degree Among the more than development in a tiny, historic to get to UWM. kee. 3,000 May graduates at the township near Chicago, and Both Badger and Orozco “We needed a reason credit UWM’s McNair pro- to stay on campus, even if gram Program with helping that was to study or to play interest them in research. The sports,” says Orozco. “We federal program, named for wanted to live that college life astronaut, Ronald McNair, en- even though we commuted.” courages students from un- When the group found derrepresented backgrounds Latino neighborhoods in Mil- to enter graduate school. waukee did not have a direct A bachelor’s degree in bus route to UWM, they began architecture allows for limited to do research as part of a practice, notes Badger, but “park-and-ride” transportation becoming a registered, proposal. They collected zip licensed architect requires a ZIP codes, conducted ques- master’s degree. “If it weren’t tionnaires, compiled data and for McNair, I would not have looked at socioeconomic fac- even considered graduate tors affecting a group of some school.” 600 students, then presented In addition to presenting this information to university Theodore “TR” Badger his McNair research on a officials. Somali Bantu refugee cur- In 2006, the Rockwell education. redevelopment in the urban riculum project at four confer- Park-Ride Lot was estab- Badger’s work at UWM community in a way that could ences, Orozco worked with lished, providing easier included a number of hands- give low-income residents the a faculty member studying access to the university for on field experiences in the same design experience that Fernando Orozco health issues affecting Lati- students living on Milwaukee’s community. A favorite, he wealthy clients might have. nos and mental health issues South Side. says, was a design studio in Both Badger and Oro- University of Wisconsin-–Mil- also helped “pre-design” new impacting Native Americans. “A lot more community New Orleans that gave the zco are headed for graduate waukee are many who are buildings in New Orleans’ Both contributed in other outreach is needed,” says UWM students an opportu- school next. Orozco, who will headed out to make a differ- Lower Ninth Ward. ways to the local and national Orozco. “People stay in their nity to work with professional go to the University of Michi- ence in their communities. Fernando Orozco, who re- communities. neighborhoods and have no architects who are rebuilding gan, hopes to get his master’s Some of these graduates ceived his B.S. in Community While at UWM, Orozco navigation outside of their the Lower Ninth Ward. and, eventually, his doctorate already have started. Education, established a sup- established Loyalty Equals neighborhood.” Many people One of Badger’s projects in higher Higher education Theodore, “TR” Badger, port system for student com- Brotherhood to provide a sup- in his neighborhood, he says, was working on a house for Education Administration. who received his B.S. in archi- muters, and helped research port system for students who also lacked information about a resident whom he got to Badger is considering offers tectural Architectural stud- a new bus route that made it commuted from various neigh- the opportunities available know personally. His goal, from several graduate pro- iesStudies, has researched easier for South Side students borhoods in Greater Milwau- to them through a university he says, was to approach grams in architecture. MPS 2010 graduation ceremonies Engineering lab to be Continued from Page 2 U.S. Cellular Arena. A list of graduation ceremonies begins below and continues on the following page. Most named for retiring dean MPS schools with high school grades are represented. Additional $2.5 million donated for new building MPS High School Graduations DATE TIME LOCATION MPS HIGH SCHOOLS The Discovery Learning who set in motion so much Dean of Engineering in August ALAS June 11 5:00 p.m. Crown Plaza Hotel Lab in Marquette University’s excitement for our College of 2003 after a 20-year career at new College of Engineering Engineering.” Eaton Corporation, where he Alliance June 9 7:00 p.m. Elm Creative Arts School building, called the Discov- Nearly 300 faculty, staff, served as chief technology Assata June 11 6:00 p.m. MATC, Auditorium ery Learning Complex, will students, alumni and friends officer and vice president of Banner June 11 12:30 p.m. Serb Hall be named in honor of retiring attended the retirement technology management. Dean Stan Jaskolski, the uni- reception. “Stan gets things The university also an- Bay View June 7 6:00 p.m. U.S. Cellular Arena versity announced this week. done. He has worked tire- nounced another $1 million Bradley Technical & Trade June 3 5:00 p.m. U.S. Cellular Arena At a retirement recep- lessly to achieve every goal gift from an anonymous donor Career Youth Development June 11 7:00 p.m. Milwaukee Public Library, tion for Jaskolski, Marquette he set, and in the process he for the Discovery Learn- Centennial Hall President Robert A. Wild, S.J., has earned the respect and ing Complex. Five six-figure said Robert and Patricia Kern, admiration of everyone who gifts were also received in Community June 10 7:00 p.m. War Memorial, Fitch Plaza who earlier had donated $15 works with him,” Wild said. He the past month, according Cornerstone Achievement June 18 2:00 p.m. Scottish Rite Center million for the new facility, cited Jaskolski’s work in rais- to Julie Tolan, vice president Academy agreed that the lab should be ing money for scholarships for university advancement. Custer June 10 6:00 p.m. MATC named for Jaskolski. “Bob and and the new facility, in recruit- “While these wonderful gifts Pat Kern were early partners ing faculty and finding funding bring us closer to our goal, we in Stan’s vision for expanding for endowed chairs, and in are continuing our aggressive STEM outreach between Mar- seeing the need for creating fund-raising, so that we can Harvard University announcement quette and our local schools,” a “pipeline of up-and-com- complete the entire project as Wild said. “Bob and Pat ing engineers” by interesting soon as possible,” Tolan said. funded the original Discovery elementary, middle and high Construction of the Dis- No tuition and no student loans Learning Center space in school students in science, covery Learning Complex, lo- Haggerty Hall and could not technology, engineering and cated at 16th and Wisconsin, Harvard University an- not doing enough. We are not undergraduate students from be more thrilled about seeing mathematics. is underway. The $35 million nounced recently that from doing enough in bringing elite low-income families can go to this concept for education get A graduate and former building, the first phase of a now on undergraduate higher education to the lower Harvard for free... no tuition the space it deserves in our faculty member in the College $100 million project, is expect- students from low-income half of the income distribu- and no student loans! new facility. They agree that it of Engineering, Jaskolski re- ed to open in August 2011. families will pay no tuition. tion.” To find out more about should be named for the man turned to Marquette as OPUS In making the announce- If you know of a family Harvard offering free tuition ment, Harvard’s president earning less than $60,000 a for families making less than Lawrence H. Summers said, year with an honor student $60,000 a year, visit Harvard’s Coggs looking to run “When only ten percent of graduating from high school financial aid website at: http:// the students in elite higher soon, Harvard University www.fao.fas.harvard.edu/ or Continued from Page 4 education come from fami- wants to pay the tuition. The call the school’s financial aid of God In Christ. Supervisor the power of “Faith, Hope & ment on June 1, 2010 regard- lies in the lower half of the prestigious university recently office at (617) 495-1581. Coggs lives by the motto of Harmony.” ing her election for State income distribution, we are announced that from now on “God first, then family and Her committee will be Representative of Milwaukee, community” and believes in making a official announce- Wisconsin. The Asa Hilliard lifelong learning scholarship awarded by Elderhostel now in its third year

Public Schools Crispus At- Elderhostel is pleased The $5,000 award is ers. supporter of lifelong learning. to the African American com- tucks Center. to announce the third annual named in honor of the late Elderhostel awards this The scholarship provides an munity and to describe the The Asa Grant Hilliard III Asa Grant Hilliard III Award for Dr. Asa Grant Hilliard III, scholarship annually to an opportunity to experience an ways in which they will utilize Award for Lifelong Learning Lifelong Learning. The 2010 world-renowned Pan-Afri- educator with at least 10 years Exploritas program anywhere their educational adventure is part of a national outreach Asa Grant Hilliard III Award canist, educator, historian of experience in education, in the world. with Exploritas to make a dif- initiative Elderhostel launched for Lifelong Learning is now and psychologist, who is an who is a member of NABSE; Exploritas is the name for ference in their communities. to build awareness of its open to applicants and will icon for his advocacy of the a member of the Associa- the programs developed and The 2009 award was pre- educational programs in the be presented this year at the importance of African history, tion for the Study of African offered by Elderhostel, Inc., sented to Mr. Robert Hayden, African American community. 2010 annual conference of culture and influence; for his American Life and History the not-for-profit world leader president of the Martha’s For more information on how the National Alliance of Black global contributions to educa- (ASALH); is on the faculty of in lifelong learning since 1975. Vineyard branch of ASALH to apply for the scholarship, School Educators (NABSE) to tion; and for his special affinity a Historically Black College or Applicants are asked to and the 2008 award was visit www.exploritas.org/hill- be held in November in Fort for conducting study tours to University; is a professor of Af- write an essay focused on the presented to Patricia Payne, iardaward. Worth, Texas. Egypt for thousands of travel- rican American studies or is a importance of lifelong learning director of the Indianapolis PAGE 6 • MILWAUKEE COURIER • SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2010 www.milwaukeecourieronline.com

Better is one day in your courts than a thousand elsewhere; I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than dwell in the tents of the wicked. – Psalm 84:10

OBITUARIES & ANOINTED MINISTRIES Part 2 By: Shone Bagley, Sr. - Ordained Minister / M.C.C. The fall of us In fulfilling the word, we the kingdom of heaven; but he you do nothing, then all that sibility to help those who are need to understand that Jesus that doeth the will of my Father you do in Jesus is considered, without. Jesus said: Mat- does not take away the word which is in heaven. 22 Many iniquity. Or you have food for a thew 9:12-13 ( KJV ) 12 But of God nor the command- will say to me in that day, Lord, year and you have clothes for when Jesus heard that, he ments of God, but just fulfilled Lord, have we not prophesied a year and you don’t drive by said unto them, They that be it so there is nothing else to in thy name? and in thy name the poor, then no matter what whole need not a physician, follow after him. Within the have cast out devils? and in thy you do is considered iniquity but they that are sick. 13 But fulfilling, we who were sin- name done many wonderful and you are a hypocrite in go ye and learn what that ners, being saved through works? 23 And then will I pro- Jesus eyes… Jesus then can meaneth, I will have mercy, the blood of Jesus, still would fess unto them, I never knew say “I know you not” and God and not sacrifice: for I am not have to be keepers of God’s you: depart from me, ye that then will take your name out of come to call the righteous, words as well as face God for work iniquity. the Book of Life. Again, the fo- but sinners to repentance. judgment. One can say that Reading this scripture, cus is not on the fact that you Are you a follower of once saved always saved; some would say these men are “saved” but on the lifestyle Jesus to go out and live a through the blood of Jesus did not have a true belief… you have after being “saved.” lifestyle where you can con- you are right… however, within don’t be deceived by false I speak of this because I nect with the sinners and judgment ones name could be doctrine. know that there are those out bring them to repentance? taken out of the Book of Life They called Jesus Lord, so there teaching you once you Are you a follower that lives because it is not the “saved” they confessed that he was come to Jesus, your soul is a lifestyle to feed the poor, part that you will be judged Lord. ok. And please know that by gives shelter to the home- on, but of the lifestyle you They had faith because of my speaking on this subject, less, or goes to visit the sick express after you have been the evidence of their works. the focus is not about you go- or the imprisoned? Or are saved. They used the word of God ing to hell, but about you living you one who takes, as one Hebrews 10:26-27 (KJV) by using the most powerful a life as God wanted you to of the 5 thousand, or like the 26 For if we sin wilfully after name, Jesus. live: prosperous, healthy, full goats and gives only a little that we have received the Nothing here talks about of peace, and joy. However, or gives in comfort? knowledge of the truth, there their belief or lack of; In fact, to live as God wanted you to remaineth no more sacrifice for they had fully believed in the is in addition to helping your Thought of the week: sins, 27But a certain fearful name of Jesus, and Jesus brother and sister who are in Sheep = giver of their life looking for of judgment and himself states they have the dark and of need within Goat = feeder of self, give fiery indignation, which shall works. It was just that their this world. only when needing to Shone Bagley, Sr. devour the adversaries. works were of “iniquity” which Know this: Jesus was sent Ask yourself… “Which one When did God change his is defined as sin; meaning to us all, that whosoever call does my life represents?” Off of last week’s Jesus. mind? Do you really think we there is a standard. on him will be saved (Roman and if God had to judge my thoughts… Matthew 5:17-18 ( KJV ) who went through the blood For example, if you have 10:13). And, if we all are in the life today, “What would He God is the God of yes- 17 Think not that I am come to of Jesus are exempt from the year’s worth of food, but yet image of God, and we all have see?” It’s your life… terday, today, and tomor- destroy the law, or the proph- possibility of judgment? The you drive by poor people and a living soul that comes from a row… what He spoke from ets: I am not come to destroy, blood does cover your sins, you don’t feed them except living God, then all of us within May God bless you with full the beginning holds to the but to fulfil. 18 For verily I say however your lifestyle is what for the holidays… all of your the world are God’s children. understanding… until next very end. It is important for unto you, Till heaven and earth God will be looking at… works then become iniquity. If A lot of God’s children are lost, week, Love you my brothers us to understand that fact; pass, one jot or one tittle shall Matthew 7:21-23 (KJV) 21 God blessed you with closets and a lot of them will go to the and sisters. even if we are under a new in no wise pass from the law, till Not every one that saith unto full of clothing and you see Lake of Fire. But we who God covenant with God through all be fulfilled. me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into people who are without and have blessed have a respon- Milwaukee’s own Gregory Milton Coggs passes away at the age of 61

Gregory Milton Coggs He remained with this law firm nary to further his calling and dissolve Apartheid in South sity Medical Center with his (Henry) of Inglewood, CA, and was born June 30, 1948 to the for eighteen months before increase his understanding of Africa. Green Energy Initia- wife Tyszu, family and friends DeLisa Fowler-Nunley (Lowell) parents of Theodore Wash- establishing his own private his ministry in 2007. tives was a current consulting at his bedside. of Kansas City, Kansas and a ington and Pauline Redmond practice in 1974. A sports enthusiast with a endeavor. Gregory is survived by host of uncles, aunts, cousins, Coggs of Milwaukee, Wis- In January of 1975 love for racquetball and golf, Gregory and Tyszu were his wife of 35 years: Tyszu, nieces, nephews and friends. consin who preceded him in Gregory married his child- Greg sponsored and cospon- owners of several businesses: one son Gregory Theodore For I am now ready to be death. Gregory was raised hood sweetheart, Tyszu. To sored as well as coached Tygre Print & Graphics and a “Teddy”, two grandsons offered, and the time of my and attended public schools this union one son was born, AAU basketball teams (GMC cable radio station (CJKC). Damitrius and Christian, three departure is at hand. I have in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He Gregory Theodore affection- Law) and assisted with The He was a man of his time, a granddaughters Genesis, fought a good fight, I have graduated from Marshall High ately known as “Teddy”. The Running Rebels basketball “quiet giant” of justice for the Giovani, and Tiani. One finished my course, I have kept School in 1966. family attended New Hope team. He also coached community. grandson Kyron preceded the faith. Henceforth there is Upon graduation, Greg Baptist Church while residing baseball and soccer teams The journey that took so him in death. They all loved laid up for me a crown of righ- was immediately accepted in Milwaukee. Gregory ac- for intramural sports leagues. many courses was interrupted Pa-Pa and Pa-Pa loved them teousness, which the Lord, the into Grinnell’s History Program cepted Christ at an early age Greg believed that competi- in August 2009, when Greg too. Brothers-in-law Elder righteous judge, shall give me where he became a recipi- while living in Milwaukee. tive sports would enable the was diagnosed with pancreat- Harold C. Dwight (Peggy) and at that day and not to me only, ent to the Thomas J. Watson The family relocated to youth to develop the skills ic cancer. On May2, 2010 at Marvin S. Robinson, II both of but unto all them also that love Foundation Fellows program. Kansas City, Kansas and that would build character 7:13 p.m., Gregory M. Coggs Kansas City, Kansas , Sis- his appearing. II Timothy 4:6-8 The Fellows program pro- began their fellowship with and showcase their abilities succumbed at Kansas Univer- ters-in-law-Carmen Frierson vided an opportunity for Greg Eighth Street Baptist Church to handle daily struggles that to travel and study abroad. under the Pastorate of the late our youth face. To Gregory, Greg’s emphasis of study Rev. I. H. Henderson, Sr., later this was an investment in our was based in Africa for over serving under the Pastorate youth towards developing a year. Upon Greg’s return of the late Rev. Dr. T. Maynard discipline and focus. from Africa and graduation Preston and the Rev. Dr. Larry In the mid 1980’s from Grinnell College, he was B. Williams. The Coggs Gregory as Legal Redress selected to be a member family later became charter for the Kansas City, Kansas of the first group of minor- members of Peace and Fel- NAACP helped to establish ity students admitted to the lowship Community Church and organize the local Arthur University of Michigan Law under the Pastorate of the Ashe Tennis Clinics, as well School at Ann Arbor (Class of late Rev. Dr. Larry B. Williams. as bring resolve to many legal 1970). While attending law Gregory received his call to and discriminatory issues fac- school, Gregory became a the ministry under the guid- ing the Kansas City, Kansas successful business entre- ance and supervision of the Community. Gregory main- preneur and graduated with late Rev. Dr. Larry B. Williams tained various memberships honors from the University of and became an associate in the professional legal as- Michigan Law School with a Minister of Peace and Fel- sociations and organizations. Jurist Doctor of Law. Gregory lowship Community Church He was actively involved returned to Milwaukee in 1973 in 2007. Gregory’s spiritual with community endeavors, to begin employment with the journey lead him to enroll at both civil and human rights Law Firm of Leonard V. Brady. Midwestern Theological Semi- and participated in rallies to Milwaukee God Squad presents C.P.R. at Faith Church Gym

The Milwaukee God Squad presents C.P.R with the theme of Me as a Person: My Faith, My Family and My Vote. C.P.R will be presented by Apostle David King, CEO/Founder of Milwaukee God Squad, along with speaker Shone’ Bagley, M.C.C., and special guest rapper Eric Cross. C.P.R will be held on June 12, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 4240 N. 78th St. (Faith Church Gym). For more information please call (414) 519-6207. PAGE 7 • MILWAUKEE COURIER • SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2010 www.milwaukeecourieronline.com

WHEDA turns to RBK to promote new Advantage home loan for first-time homebuyers

The Wisconsin Housing new mortgage product is the job loss mortgage protection, help make homeownership successful relationship with American dream,” said Anto- and Economic Development only option in the state which just to name a few. attainable for first-time buyers WHEDA and helping them nio Riley, WHEDA’s executive Authority (WHEDA®) and Red provides a unique combina- “We couldn’t be more throughout the state of Wis- reach their goals.” director. “Thanks to WHEDA’s Brown Kle′ Marketing Commu- tion of features designed excited that WHEDA has consin. In the past, WHEDA RBK will provide market new Advantage loan, as well nications (RBK) have come to- expressly for first-time home selected RBK to help promote has turned to RBK for brand- research, strategic planning as other products and servic- gether, once more to promote buyers such as: lower cash such an important product ing projects, as well as other and creative services for the es we offer, going from being homeownership in Wisconsin to close (as little as $1,000), statewide,” said Carl Brown, outreach efforts in selected statewide marketing cam- a renter to a homeowner can – this time with the WHEDA reduced fees (no private mort- president of RBK. “We are markets. We are looking paign. It is slated to launch be made a reality. We’re look- Advantage home loan. This gage insurance needed) and confident that this product will forward to continuing our Spring 2010 in several mar- ing forward to working with kets including: Southeast- Red Brown Kle’ because they of Administration); Tony ern Wisconsin, Fox Valley, recognize and support our Milwaukee Builds Perez, director (City of Mil- Wausau/Central Wisconsin, efforts to promote success- waukee Housing Authority); Beloit, Madison Eau Claire ful, educated and prepared Steven Mahan, director (City and La Crosse. homebuyers.” of Milwaukee Community “Homeownership is the Development Grants Admin- ENGINEER-Veolia Water istration); Mark Kessenich, Membership North America is seeking deputy director (Milwaukee Area Workforce Investment Specialist a Process Control Engineer Board); MacArthur Weddle, to support wastewater Girl Scouts of Wisconsin South- executive director (Northcott east hiring full time person in operations for its Milwau- Neighborhood House); Kathy Milw. Area to recruit volun- kee, Wisconsin facility. To Baillargeon, executive director teers & girls, deliver Girl Scout apply, submit resume to (Milwaukee Christian Center); program to girls & network in Tony Kearney, project direc- Christophe Quancard, HR the community. Apply online at tor (Northcott Neighborhood Consultant, Veolia Water www.gswise.org by June 5. The House); and Michael Van Als- Membership Specialist posi- North America, 200 E. tine, project director (Milwau- tion is a full time position with Randolph St., Chicago, IL kee Christian Center). benefits. EEO 60601. EOE/AA Employer.

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Milwaukee Builds Re- gram will provide skilled labor Milwaukee Public Schools is requesting proposals for Landscape Architect ties operating within the City Design Services for Playground and Parking Lot Renovation Project @ Maryland cruitment began with using apprenticeships to the build- of Milwaukee’s Neighborhood a list of candidates from the ing trades utilizing on-the-job Montessori School. Project scope, proposal requirements and guidelines may be Stabilization Program’s Land obtained 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday from AE Graphics, Inc.; Urban Forestry Program and training and a Department of Bank, and mixed-use space graduates from the Milwau- Labor-approved educational 4075 North 124th Street, Brookfield, WI 53005; phone (262) 781-7744; fax (262) requiring rehabilitation and 781-4250. Call AE Graphics, Inc. for availability of proposal documents. kee Youthbuild. The program and certification curriculum. redevelopment. Pictured at The HUB requirements for this contract is 0% officially launched May 24 The target population this week’s press conference The COIN requirements for this contract is 0% with a press conference. This is low-income, unemployed held at Milwaukee Builds Site, The Student Participation requirements for this contract is 10 hours of project will include rehabbing adults (24 years of age and 2611 West Cherry Street are: Student Engagement 15 Housing Authority scat- older). This program will HUD Deputy Secretary Ron All questions should be submitted in writing to John Linn of Milwaukee tered site units. Milwaukee work with the existing scat- Sims addressed the attendees Public Schools’ Facilities and Maintenance Services, fax number (414) 283-4682. Christian Center and Northcott tered site housing stock of including: Congresswoman No questions will be answered verbally. No verbal information from any source Neighborhood house are ven- the local Public Housing Gwen Moore ; Sharon Rob- is to be relied upon by any respondent in the development of their response to dors for this activity. This pro- Authority, foreclosed proper- inson (director (Department the RFP. Only questions submitted in writing prior to 4:00 P.M. on Tuesday, June 8, 2010 will be answered. No questions will be answered after that date and time. These responses will be documented by way of addenda, which will be forward- ed to all bidders. Submit all proposals to Ms. Gina M. Spang, Director of Facilities and Maintenance Services, 1124 North 11th Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233 no later than 3:00 PM on Tuesday, June 15, 2010. WILLIAM G. ANDREKOPOULOS, 10764691/5-26-6-1-8 Superintendent.

OFFICIAL ADVERTISEMENT CONSTRUCTION BIDDING OPPORTUNITY Milwaukee Area Technical College is seeking bids for Bid-Reference No. 2010-007, Office of the Milwaukee Public Schools, DIVISION OF FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES, 1124 N. 11th St., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, May 26, T-Building Facade & Windows, Stage 1, Project 2010016. There is a Single Prime 2010. Contract, including: Abatement Work, Window Installation Work, Restoration Sealed proposals will be received at 1124 N. 11th St., directed to the attention Work, New Construction Work, HVAC Work. of Ms. Gina M. Spang, Director of the Division of Facilities and Maintenance 1.Sealed Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM, Thursday, June 10, 2010, only at the Services, pursuant to Section 119.52(3) Wisconsin Statutes, until Thursday, June 24, 2010 at 1:30 P.M., in accordance with plans and specifications for the follow- following location: MATC Office of Construction Services, Room M104, 1015 N. ing work: Sixth Street, Milwaukee, WI. All contractor(s) and subcontractor(s) are subject to the prevailing wage rates 2. A goal of 18% for the participation of Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) and hours of labor as prescribed by the Milwaukee Board of School Directors of the City of Milwaukee consistent with provisions of Section 66.0903 of the is included in the specifications. Wisconsin Statutes. 3. Please call 414.297.7726 for more information, including procedures for obtain- BID GUARANTY TO ACCOMPANY BID: MPS Bid Bond, Certified or ing bid documents & touring the project site. Cashier’s Check: 10% of Contractor’s Base Bid. MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution and complies with all CURTAIN WALL REPLACEMENT requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. OASIS Senior Center ADVERTISEMENT FOR RFPS 2414 West Mitchell Street Milwaukee, WI 53204 MPS Property No. 787 Sealed RFPs will be received by the Milwaukee Area Technical College, Purchasing MPS Project No. 1218 Department, Room M102, 700 West State Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53233, on or before dates indicated below. RFPs will be publicly opened at time specified in The HUB requirements for this project are 0% RFP package. Specifications are available at above address or by calling (414) 297- The COIN requirements for this project are 30% The minimum Student Participation requirements for this project are: 6358. Paid Employment: 300 Hours Educational Activities: 10 Hours RFP # COMMODITY DUE DATE Deposit for Drawings and Specifications: $25.00 10-09 SUSTAINABILITY (PERFORMANCE 6/01/10 MAILING CHARGE: $35.00 CONTRACTING) MEQUON CAMPUS

The bidding documents may be obtained 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. NOTICE Monday through Friday from AE Graphics, Inc., 4075 North 124th Street, Brookfield, WI 53005; phone (262) 781-7744; fax (262) 781-4250. Call AE Graphics for availability of bid documents for pick up. Plans Milwaukee Public Schools will receive sealed bids for furnishing all equipment and specifications will be loaned to a prospective bidder upon receipt of the and materials necessary, including public liability and property damage insur- deposit listed, which deposit will be returned upon surrender of the plans and ance to perform all work necessary and incidental for the Exhaust Fans at South specifications in good condition. Bid documents must be returned only to AE Division High School, 1515 West Lapham Boulevard; Milwaukee, WI 53204 until Graphics, Inc. Plans and specifications may be examined at the Facilities and 1:30 P.M. on Thursday, June 10, 2010 at the Division of Facilities and Maintenance Services’ office. Bid documents may not be examined at AE Maintenance Services; 1124 North 11th Street; Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233; to Graphics, Inc.. Plans and specifications may also be viewed online at AE the attention of: John Linn, Contract Specialist. The HUB, COIN and Student Graphics, Inc. @ www.aegraphics.com. Participation requirements for this project are 0%. Specifications may be Each proposal shall be for a fixed lump sum. obtained 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday from AE Graphics, Inc.; The right is reserved to reject any or all bids or to waive informalities. 4075 North 124th Street, Brookfield, WI 53005; phone (262) 781-7744; fax (262) Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of dis- abled individuals at the bid opening through sign language interpreters or other 781-4250. Call AE Graphics, Inc. for availability of bid documents. Specifications auxiliary aids. The following TDD number is available for the hearing impaired may also be viewed online at AE Graphics, Inc. @ www.aegraphics.com. for questions prior to bid opening, 283-4611. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids or to waive informalities. WILLIAM G. ANDREKOPOULOS, WILLIAM G. ANDREKOPOULOS, 10764710/5-26-27-6-3-10-17 Superintendent. 10764643/5-24-27-6-3 Superintendent. PAGE 8 • MILWAUKEE COURIER • SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2010 www.milwaukeecourieronline.com

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