Barrett “did the right thing”
Mayor Barrett looked pretty awful after being attacked, but he's recovering fast. He may leave the hospitial today, according to his brother, John Barrett.
Aug 17th, 2009 by Ted Bobrow
Sexy Summer School
Read on to see how you can win a free ticket to the Tool Shed's Sexy Summer School!
Aug 17th, 2009 by Erin Petersen
August 17-23
This week: gear up for the 2009 Gay Softball World Series with an art opening at the MKGAC, rock out WMSE's Radio Summer Camp and hit the lakefront for the Milwaukee Wine Festival and Mexican Fiesta.
Aug 17th, 2009 by Erin Petersen
Tear Down Another Freeway in Milwaukee?
The debate over the reconstruction of the Hoan Bridge is one that has ignited controversy in Milwaukee for almost a full year now. Southsiders under the direction of Supervisor Patricia Jursik have united around the Save the Hoan Coalition. Meanwhile, Milwaukee Alderman Robert Bauman has presented a differing vision for the future of the Hoan with eight principles that should be followed in any reconstruction effort. There is an awful lot of confusion around the issue, and the manner in which WisDOT has handled it is far from their usual course. This article examines the potential source of the debate, and a potential outcome that is a win-win scenario for both the City of Milwaukee taxbase, and southside and suburban commuters.
Aug 17th, 2009 by Jeramey Jannene
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 17. August 2009
UWM stream project aims to reduce storm-water runoff going to sewer system – JSOnline GQ: The 10 Best Food Trucks: GQ Features on men.style.com Doyle won’t seek re-election in 2010 – JSOnline Park East project completed tomorrow – JSOnline Midwest High Speed Rail: Grand stations NEED great locations High-speed rail will boost Milwaukee’s economy – BizTimes County receives $3.1M in stimulus funds for airport – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Harbor Commission won’t act on Pieces of Eight site Thursday – JSOnline City officials propose water technology business park at Reed Street Yards – BizTimes City backs ramp for uncertain Hoan « The Daily Reporter Wisconsin agencies get $12.1M in stimulus block grants – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: City should focus on creating jobs, not lawsuits – BizTimes Pension fund contribution rule fuels debate – JSOnline Zoo Interchange reconstruction could cost $2.3 billion – JSOnline TheCityFix.com: Exploring Sustainable Solutions to the Problems of Urban Mobility » Blog Archive » Don’t Sell Subway Station Naming Rights Milwaukee aiming for big bucks – JSOnline Case Study: Record-Breaking LEED Home in Eugene, Ore. – Leed, Energy-Efficient Design – EcoHome Magazine
Aug 17th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Hold Your Head Up (58-59)
Has the recent dismantling of the Brewer's roster been a blessing or a curse for Ken? This week's letter focuses on all of the changes, both good and bad, in Ken's life over the past week.
Aug 17th, 2009 by Rob Vosters
Tom officially a badass
Mayor responds to cries for help; takes a beating but gets one in. Way to go, Tom! Feel better fast.
Aug 16th, 2009 by Ted Bobrow
Upcoming Events for the Week of August 17th, 2009
Urban Milwaukee’s Upcoming Events & Meetings Calendar should help you keep up to date on important events effecting our neighborhoods, the City of Milwaukee, and our region. August 17, 2009 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting August 17, 2009 3:00 pm The Milwaukee Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) administers Milwaukee’s historic preservation ordinance, adopted in 1981, which provides certain kinds of legal protection for buildings or sites that have been declared historic by the Common Council. The HPC is responsible for designating historic landmarks and historic districts and for approving Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for permission to […] Milwaukee Public Library Public Meeting August 17, 2009 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm At this open house, attendees can come and go as they please to study the options presented by library staffers on poster boards and handouts and they may speak with Library Board trustees and staff members to offer suggestions or have questions answered. “The libraries in our city are an essential part of who we […] August 18, 2009 Southwest Side Area Plan Charrette August 18, 2009 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm A planning and design workshop for the Southwest Side Area Plan will be held on August 18th, 2009. We will meet from 6-8pm at St. Luke’s Health Science building, 2901 W. Kinnickinnic Parkway. This exercise will provide the opportunity for residents, employees, urban designers and planner, and development professionals to engage in an exploration of […] August 19, 2009 Milwaukee Public Library Public Meeting August 19, 2009 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm At this open house, attendees can come and go as they please to study the options presented by library staffers on poster boards and handouts and they may speak with Library Board trustees and staff members to offer suggestions or have questions answered. “The libraries in our city are an essential part of who we […] August 20, 2009 Conservation Overlay Zone (COD) discussion with Hide House’s Sig Strautmanis and Ald. Tony Zielinski August 20, 2009 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Discussion includes neighborhood height restrictions, population density and design standards.[…]
Aug 16th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Southwest Side Area Plan Charrette
A planning and design workshop for the Southwest Side Area Plan will be held on August 18th, 2009. We will meet from 6-8pm at St. Luke’s Health Science building, 2901 W. Kinnickinnic Parkway. This exercise will provide the opportunity for residents, employees, urban designers and planner, and development professionals to engage in an exploration of ideas and application of those for the retrofit of a commercial corridor.
Aug 16th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
The Milwaukee Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) administers Milwaukee’s historic preservation ordinance, adopted in 1981, which provides certain kinds of legal protection for buildings or sites that have been declared historic by the Common Council. The HPC is responsible for designating historic landmarks and historic districts and for approving Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for permission to alter historic buildings. The HPC meets monthly on Mondays in City Hall, Room 301A, 200 E. Wells Street at 3:00 P.M. unless otherwise indicated. Agenda
Aug 16th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Conservation Overlay Zone (COD) discussion with Hide House’s Sig Strautmanis and Ald. Tony Zielinski
Discussion includes neighborhood height restrictions, population density and design standards. Description of a COD from Department of City Development/City of Milwaukee Neighborhood Conservation Overlay Zone (NC) Purpose The Neighborhood Conservation Overlay Zone is intended to provide a vehicle to initiate and implement programs for the revitalization or conservation of older areas or districts possessing distinctive features, identity, or character worthy of retention and enhancement. A Neighborhood Conservation Overlay Zone takes effect through adoption of a neighborhood conservation plan and a set of guidelines that will facilitate maintenance and protection of the neighborhood character and the development of vacant or underused lots. Incompatible mixes of uses will be reduced or prohibited by adding limitations to the list of permitted, limited and special uses of the base district. Standards Each Neighborhood Conservation Overlay Zone shall include a minimum contiguous area of 2 acres, including intervening streets and alleys, and shall contain at least 3 separate parcels. Uses Provisions for specific uses included in any base zoning district except a planned development district may be modified by the neighborhood conservation plan to accommodate unique or mixed uses serving the neighborhood or to restrict uses which adversely affect the neighborhood. Performance Criteria Performance criteria for permitted, limited or special uses may be modified by the neighborhood conservation plan. Development and Design Standards Development and design standards may be created to enhance the neighborhood’s identity and character. Location: Hide House 2625 S. Greeley Street
Aug 16th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Milwaukee Public Library Public Meeting
At this open house, attendees can come and go as they please to study the options presented by library staffers on poster boards and handouts and they may speak with Library Board trustees and staff members to offer suggestions or have questions answered. “The libraries in our city are an essential part of who we are and they provide innumerable services. In a highly technological world and tight budget times, we must investigate new, progressive ways of providing those services and the public should be involved in this process,” Ald. Kovac said. “I encourage everyone to attend.” Milwaukee Public Library Director Paula Keily and Ald. Kovac welcome all residents to participate in this discussion. Tippecanoe Library 3912 S. Howell Ave.
Aug 16th, 2009 by Dave Reid
