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Wauwatosa council approves Jennifer Tate as city attorney after debate over confirmation process
Summary
The City of Wauwatosa Common Council approved Mayor's appointment of Jennifer Tate as city attorney effective June 9, 2025, after aldermen raised concerns about the speed and transparency of the hiring and confirmation process. The measure passed 12-1-1.
The City of Wauwatosa Common Council approved the mayor's appointment of Jennifer Tate to the position of city attorney effective June 9, 2025.
The vote followed objections from several aldermen about the speed and structure of the hiring process. Alder Meindl said he would vote no, arguing the councilmust be allowed meaningful time and opportunity to question finalists and exercise oversight. "For that vote to mean anything, we must be able to ask questions of various individuals and assess whether the recommendation aligns with the city and residents' needs," Meindl said.
Mayor (name not specified) defended the timeline, saying the vacancy created when Attorney Kessner…
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