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VISIT Milwaukee volunteer coordinator now leads city commission. By Jeramey Jannene - Dec 17th, 2020 01:36 pm //end headline wrapper ?>Get a daily rundown of the top stories on Urban Milwaukee
Tony Snell speaks at the 2018 unveiling of the rainbow crosswalks at Cathedral Square Park. File photo by Jeramey Jannene.
Tony Snell will serve as chair of the citizen-led, part-time commission. Snell, who worked briefly for the non-profit Democratic National Convention host committee, works full time as VISIT Milwaukee‘s volunteer and staffing coordinator.
“The ERC’s mission is to promote and protect equality, equity, and human rights, through education, enforcement, and community engagement,” said Snell in a statement. “As chair I will not only continue the work we have begun, but further enhance our work to ensure that every single Milwaukeean and visitor has the support and opportunities that are necessary to live their best life.”