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Hispanic Heritage Month (HHM) is an annual celebration that takes place from September 15 to October 15 and serves as a reminder of the significant contributions of the Hispanic and Latino communities to our country. We are proud to recognize the importance of the LatinX community to our cultural fabric and invite everyone to participate in the many events happening in and around the City!

Mes de la Herencia Hispana es una celebración anual desde el 15 de septiembre hasta el 15 de octubre y sirve como recordatorio de las significantes contribuciones de las comunidades Hispanas y Latinas a nuestro país. ¡Estamos orgullosos de reconocer la importancia de la comunidad LatinX en nuestra cultura e invitamos a todos a participar de los diversos eventos que se realizarán en y alrededor de la Ciudad!

911Milwaukee took to the road this week. We were honored to be selected to teach two breakout sessions at the national conference for NENA - National Emergency Number Association.

A special thank you to all of the participants from 911 centers across the nation and Canada who helped make our sessions truly special!

Most City of Milwaukee offices are closed on Friday, June 19, in honor of .
Be sure to visit our City resource tables at the 55th Annual festivities on N. MLK Drive. For more info about Milwaukee’s Juneteenth Celebration, visit juneteenthmilwaukee.com.

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness secured the freedoms we enjoy each day.

As public safety professionals, we understand the meaning of service, sacrifice, and commitment to community. On this Memorial Day, the Milwaukee Department of Emergency Communications remembers those who gave everything in defense of others.

May we never forget their legacy.

Congratulations, Chief!

¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo! 🎉Cinco de Mayo, celebrated on May 5, commemorates the Mexican victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. It’s a day to recognize the incredible contributions, culture, resilience, and vibrant history of Mexican-Americans who shape our communities every day.

Congratulations to DEC Director Tony Bueno, Deputy Director Annemarie Domurat and HR Administrator Anna Zizzo who were honored by the Wisconsin ESGR for their support of our very own Quinn Tarpey, a Lieutenant with the Army National Guard.

Honored to recognize Anna Zizzo, Tony Bueno, and Annemarie Domurat for their outstanding support and leadership.

Alongside Lt. Quinn Tarpey (Army National Guard), who submitted the nomination and was present for the presentation.

Anna, Tony, and Annemarie demonstrated exceptional support before, during, and after the 2024–2025 deployment. Their willingness to provide flexibility during the mobilization process, maintain support throughout the deployment, and create space for a smooth transition back to civilian life reflects a deep commitment to those they work alongside.

Their understanding, cooperation, and proactive approach significantly reduced the challenges often associated with leaving for—and returning from—deployment.

This level of support exemplifies leadership in action and is truly deserving of recognition.

Congratulations to our very own Mindy Rheams, who has been named the 2026 Telecommunicator Of The Year by Wisconsin Public Safety Communications (WIPSCOM - )! This award honors professionals for leadership, compassion, and excellence in the communications center. We are proud of Mindy and her amazing work within the Department of Emergency Communications!

Thank you so much to Saz's State House ( ) for providing a gift card to all of our calltakers and dispatchers in honor of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week! We appreciate your support!

Yesterday was Mismatch Day at 911Milwaukee as we celebrated National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week!

Thank you so much to the MPD Wellness Team for hosting a meatball sub dinner for all three shifts! We appreciated being able to meet and talk with the clinicians of the First Responders Psychological Services (FRPS). Thank you also for our time with the MPD service dogs Crush and Kai!