"Robust airline competition and frequent reliable air service at General Mitchell Airport is essential to the greater Milwaukee economy and to air travelers throughout the region.  We were pleased by the assurances made by Southwest CEO Gary Kelly at our Antitrust Subcommittee hearing of his desire to maintain service in Milwaukee, as well as his promise to consult with us annually regarding Southwest service in Milwaukee. We will continue to monitor this issue very closely and work with the leadership of Southwest to ensure that Milwaukee consumers reap the benefits of this merger."