The Brief Milwaukee Mayor Johnson shared his priorities for the next city budget. Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson shared his priorities for the next city budget on Tuesday, which his office said includes improving public safety and infrastructure. Milwaukee city budgetWhat we know:Facing a budget shortfall of more than $100 million, Johnson’s proposal is already drawing pushback from some Common Council members. Mayor Cavalier Johnson presents budget prioritiesJohnson’s budget also funds the maximum number of police recruits required under Act 12, which mandates Milwaukee maintain at least 1,700 officers by 2034. Mayor Cavalier Johnson presents budget priorities"I realize that’s not the whole $100 million, but we got to start somewhere," Spiker said.