Elizabeth (Bet-z) Boenning has been best known as owner of one of the country's few remaining lesbian bars, "Walker's Pint".

By the initiative of Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson and Supervisor Peter Burgelis, some forty individuals and organizations were recognized by the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors and presented citations in a special meeting on June 22, 2023. "Today, we recommit Milwaukee County to supporting and uplifting the LGBTQ+ community, celebrating those who make a substantial positive impact on the LGBTQ+ community in Milwaukee County," Supervisor Burgelis stated. "Today we are making up for lost time. We have dozens of people to recognize, not because so much has been done in the past year, but because decades and even years ago, there was little to no recognition of the LGBTQ+ community. I am thankful to work with a Chairperson who enables our County Board to honor these well-deserving individuals."

Recognitions were made in the categories of "Community Leaders and Activists," "Government Leaders," "Business and Cultural Leaders," and "Health and Wellness Leaders". Boenning's citation read as follows:

• WHEREAS, Bet-z Boenning opened Walkers Pint, one of the last remaining LGBTQ+ women’s bars still open in the entire United States, in 2001; and
• WHEREAS, Bet-z Boenning and her staff work tirelessly to put out not only a great product, but to also provide a wonderful social experience where all are welcome and accepted, earning Walkers Pint a reputation of excellence; and
• WHEREAS, Bet-z Boenning offers many different entertainment and event nights at Walkers Pint, drawing in all types of people, and though the bar is a dedicated space for women, it is open for anyone and everyone; and
• WHEREAS, Bet-z Boenning created the slogan "Be Nice or Leave" for Walkers Pint, which serves as a testament to her kindness, authenticity and dedication to uplifting people and communities, regardless of identity or background; and
• WHEREAS, Bet-z Boenning formed an official 501c3 charity, the Forward Please Project, which has a broad scope that includes LGBTQ+ causes, helping marginalized and disadvantaged women and youth, helping people experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity, supporting veterans, donating to animal causes and numerous other organizations; and
• WHEREAS, Bet-z Boenning has collaborated with the Milwaukee Pride Parade and PrideFest Milwaukee on numerous occasions to help celebrate Pride Month and increase visibility and acceptance for the LGBTQ+ community; now, therefore
• BE IT RESOLVED, the members of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors, on the motion of Supervisor Peter Burgelis, along with Supervisors Ryan Clancy, Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones, Caroline Gómez-Tom, Willie Johnson, Jr., Juan Miguel Martinez, Shawn Rolland, Steven Shea, Liz Sumner, Sequanna Taylor, Sheldon A. Wasserman, Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson do herewith commend Bet-z Boenning for her dedicated efforts and contributions to the community, and wish her prosperity, happiness, and continued success in all her personal and professional endeavors.