Some of my                    Accomplishments As Alderperson 

About Cheryl Berdan

​​​Cheryl Berdan

I was appointed to the office of 7th District Alderperson in May of 2009. I continued to serve in that capacity until April 21, 2020.


I remain passionate about the uniqueness of all of Wauwatosa neighborhoods, especially in preserving the stellar qualities of the various areas of Wauwatosa that draw and retain a variety of residents and businesses. One of the strengths of this community is that there is a broad choice of housing styles for almost every taste, and my belief is that those distinctions need to be celebrated. I also believe in fostering a business-friendly atmosphere in the city without changing the characters of our neighborhoods.​


​Cheryl​​


  • ​Helped to forge a balanced Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan that protects our unique neighborhoods.

  • Worked with neighborhood groups and We Energies/ATC to minimize the impact of high voltage lines along Underwood Parkway.

  • Helped to write and implement a Coyote Management Plan as a partnership among the city, our citizens, the Wauwatosa Police Department and Milwaukee County to protect our citizens.

  • Worked with residents and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to ensure that neighborhood input was taken and communication continued on the Center St. Bridge project for the Zoo Interchange.
  • Worked collaboratively to forge an equitable Life Sciences District Master Plan that will meet development goals of Milwaukee County and the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center and yet preserve and protect natural areas and neighborhoods.
  • Worked with the DOT on plans to complete the North Leg of the Zoo Interchange Project for maximum efficiency and minimum impact on neighborhoods.
  • Worked with the Wauwatosa School District on issues caused by new construction that impact traffic and neighborhoods.
  • ​Worked with the Wauwatosa Board of Health, as my council liaison position, to  participate in advocacy with State Government, educate residents and formulate programs and policies that will address health issues such as the opioid epidemic, vaping and youth suicide, among others.
  • Attended meetings each week to discuss and vote on issues that represent the well-being of my constituents in the 7th District and the entire city.
  • Having had the privilege on a number of occasions, as common council president, to act as mayor, representing the city and expressing my contagious enthusiasm for all things Wauwatosa.
  • Always worked in collaboration with my colleagues and city staff to be a good steward of taxpayer resources while maintaining essential services that our residents expect.


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