Sheldon Wasserman is a lifelong resident of Milwaukee and a proud graduate of Milwaukee Public Schools. He attended Marquette University and earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, followed by an M.D. degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. He is married to his high school sweetheart and has three children.

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Wasserman was elected to the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors in 2016 and was re-elected in 2018, 2020, 2022, and 2024 to represent the residents of Milwaukee County's 3rd District, which includes Milwaukee's East Side, Downtown, and much of the Walker's Point neighborhood. 

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Sheldon is a strong supporter of the Milwaukee County Parks and is currently serving as the Chair of the Milwaukee County Parks and Culture Committee since 2020. As the Chair, he has promoted our parks system, supported the Milwaukee County Zoo, and advocated for the museums in Milwaukee.

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Wasserman previously served residents of Milwaukee County from 1995 to 2009 as a State Representative. During his career in the Assembly, Wasserman was looked up to by members of both parties on the issue of healthcare and on crafting healthcare-related legislation. He served on the Health, Public Health, Medicaid Reform, Urban Affairs, and the Corrections and Courts committees while in the Assembly.

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Awards

Shepard Express - 2024 & 2025 Best of Milwaukee County Supervisors 

WI Medical Society - Health Leadership Award

Milwaukee Magazine - Best Legislator

Professional Fire Fighters of WI - Legislator of the Year

Milwaukee Women's Center - Advocate of the Year Award

American Heart Association WI Affiliate - Heartsaver Award

WI Coalition Against Sexual Assault - Voices of Courage Award for Public Policy

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Activities

30+ Year District Resident

OB-GYN Physician at Advocate Aurora Healthcare

Historic Water Tower Neighborhood

Lake Park Friends 

North Point Lighthouse Member

Urban Ecology Center 

UWM Alumni Association