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DID YOU KNOW? • Google was originally called "BackRub." • During the 18th century, you could pay your admission ticket to the zoo in London by bringing a cat or a dog to feed the lions. – Source: sotruefacts.com MARK BELLING Democrats run the odd couple for Congress in Wisconsin Page 8 The deadbeat dad and the do-nothing rich kid DA CRUSHER STATUE FINDS CENTRAL SOUTH MILWAUKEE HOME – PAGE 18 JOHN TORINUS New strategies needed for UW System Page 9 Campuses cutting back on minors, other costs MILWAUKEE COUNTY'S WEEKLY NEWSPAPER OCTOBER 19, 2018 By DAVE FIDLIN Special to the Post MILWAUKEE — Plans to bring on board an inspector gen- eral within the confines of Milwaukee City Hall are moving forward, following a pivotal vote. The appointment has been touted as providing more oversight to the much-maligned health department. The Common Council, on a 10- 3 vote Tuesday, overrode Mayor Tom Barrett's veto of an ordi- nance adopted last month that set the stage for the appointment. A super-majority of the coun- cil had to vote in favor of the plan in order to override Barrett's motion, which was made Oct. 4 and outlined in a letter. While he supports the concept of an inspector general, Barrett in the letter said he did not believe the council should have the authority to determine who fills the position. "If we move in this direction, we need to do it right," Barrett wrote. "That means the position needs to be free from political interference and needs to be empowered to investigate all aspects of city government, including those under the juris- diction of the city clerk, absent political interference." Alderman Bob Donovan, how- ever, has maintained a different perspective. During this week's deliberations, he said he did not believe the council's oversight of the appointment had to have a p o l i t i c a l o v e r t o n e attached. "This is simply doing our job," D o n o v a n said. "We have an obli- gation to our citizens." But Alder- man Terry Witkowski, who was among the dissenters over the override, said he agreed with Barrett's asser- tions in the letter. See COUNCIL on Page 2 Local news at your fingertips Visit www.gmtoday.com Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MilwaukeePost Zimmermann's Service 360 E. Howard Ave. 414 -744-9868 BRAKES most cars $ 89 95 per axle With coupon. Expires 11/2/18. 261552013 $ 69.95 Only INCLUDES: Pre-inspection of All Garage Doors & Operator Parts, Adjustments, Lubrication, Tightening All Nuts, Bolts and Hinges. Tune ups Save You From Costly Breakdowns Quality top rated garage door opener includes two remotes deluxe inside wall button, safety photo eyes, Wi-Fi, lifetime motor warranty, installation, haul away old opener and there is no tax! Includes: installation, remove and haul away old door, reattach existing opener and there is no tax! A $395 Value! Must Mention Ad for Special After back-and-forth with Barrett, council finalizes inspector general plan Donovan New position, to be appointed by council, to provide greater oversight of health department

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