Like every department, we asked the Milwaukee Public Library to economize. Even so, hours and staffing remain relatively steady. And like other localities across the country, Milwaukee's economy has shown strength in recent years. Wages are rising, businesses are growing, and employment has been pretty solid. Now, that's been pretty good news for the hard working people who live in Milwaukee. Folks looking for opportunities in our city, they find them here. Unemployment numbers have also been relatively low. (06:20–06:30)
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Asserts that Milwaukee's economy has been strong recently, with rising wages, growing businesses, and solid employment.
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