The public will have their chance to learn more about how progress is going for the 2020 Democratic National Convention.
The Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee and the Democratic National Convention Committee will be hosting three community conversations this week. Each will provide the latest information on how people can volunteer for the convention, what business-related opportunities are available, and what can be expected for traffic in Milwaukee during convention week.
Meetings will take place:
Tuesday, February 25 at MATC–Cooley Theater (2nd Floor), 1015 North 6th Street
Wednesday, February 26 at Journey House, 2110 West Scott Street
Thursday, February 27 at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, 3456 North 38th Street
Doors will open at 6 p.m. with the meeting starting at 6:30.
“As we work with the community to prepare for a successful convention over the course of the next five months, it is our commitment to be in continued conversation with Milwaukeeans about our plans,” said Joe Solmonese, CEO of the Democratic National Convention Committee. “We are excited to kick start this series of community conversations and to engage with all those who live and work in the city on what’s ahead.”
“It is our priority to ensure that our 15,000-member volunteer corps for the Democratic National Convention reflects the incredible diversity of the Milwaukee community, which is why we can’t wait to talk to Milwaukeeans from across the city about how they can begin the registration process to become Milwaukee 2020 volunteers,” said Neisha Blandin, Vice President of Engagement & Opportunity at the Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee.
“Hosting the Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee presents a significant opportunity for local businesses,” said Lafayette Crump, Deputy Chief of Staff and Vice President of Diversity & Inclusion at the Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee. “The 50,000 visitors coming into town for the convention will need services of all types, and it’s critical that local business owners know not just that they can get involved, but how they can get involved.”
The meeting will also have people available to help others register to volunteer by helping them use the Milwaukee 2020 Volunteer Portal.
Those who are planning to attend are asked to RSVP online. A link to that site is here.
