June 15-21
This week in Milwaukee: Movies on the Patio, WUWM discusses race relations in the city, summer festivals and Father's Day fun.
Jun 15th, 2009 by Erin Petersen
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 15. June 2009
OnMilwaukee.com Living: City cycling with Dave Schlabowski OnMilwaukee.com Politics: Parks advocates set sights on transportation tax Budget proposals for sales tax, rental car fee draw mixed reviews – JSOnline Children’s health research center planned at UWM – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Judge finds city’s sick leave mandate unconstitutional – JSOnline Harbor Commissioners want more details from UWM on Freshwater school – JSOnline History could hamper Hide House redevelopment « The Daily Reporter Between the Bars: Understanding Lakefront Development OnMilwaukee.com Milwaukee Buzz: Meet Bicycle Collectives most dedicated volunteer Milwaukee area foreclosure rates decrease – BizTimes Pete’s Marketplace plans expansion – BizTimes Developer seeks city financing for downtown luxury high-rise – JSOnline State prevailing wage might hit affordable apartments – JSOnline Should city help finance New Land’s downtown high-rise? – JSOnline OnMilwaukee.com Music: River Rhythms will enforce no carry in policy Lane closures begin on I-94 – BizTimes OnMilwaukee.com Living: Bike Fed: Milwaukee cycling has grown 30 percent Bay View pushes for disclosure on development « The Daily Reporter A model city: Chicago displayed in miniature — chicagotribune.com The Takeaway: How Gentrification Changes a City Assembly Dems OK smaller Milwaukee County sales tax hike, budget pork – JSOnline Developer seeks city financing for downtown luxury high-rise – JSOnline City set to take family’s land – JSOnline History could hamper Hide House redevelopment « The Daily Reporter The Political Environment: City of Manitowoc Bears Some Of The Blame For the SS Badger’s Pollution OnMilwaukee.com Dining: Five Guys Burgers and Fries opening in Third Ward? OnMilwaukee.com Music: River Rhythms will enforce no carry in policy Public boarding school fails to attract legislative support – JSOnline
Jun 14th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Little Chicago (34-29)
As more than half of the Sunday crowd stood up and cheered for Mark Buerhle after he hit his first home run since high school, I saw the cliche'd writing on the wall: Milwaukee is destined to become a defacto territory of Chicago. It's really not that bad, Ken. Yes, it's going to take some adjustment, but why fight that which we cannot control.
Jun 14th, 2009 by Rob Vosters
Free Summer Music in Milwaukee County Parks
What's better than live music? We'll tell you what: FREE live music.
Jun 14th, 2009 by Laura Heller
August
Copa de Praia August 1 Bradford Beach Soccer Tournament http://copadepraia.com/ Bradford Beach Triathalon August 2 The inaugural Milwaukee Bradford Beach Triathlon Series will consist of Olympic and Sprint distance triathlons. Both events are open to individuals and relay teams. http://www.lakegenevasports.com/Milw_Tri/MilwTri.htm River Flicks at Pere Marquette Fridays at Dusk River Flicks is a free outdoor movie festival. We invite you to enjoy new releases and old classics on a larger-than-life 40 foot screen. Aug. 7 – The Sandlot Aug. 14 – Annie Aug. 21 – Kung Fu Panda Aug. 28 – The Princess Bride http://www.westown.org/westown/river+flicks/default1.asp Summer’s Best Concert Series at Jackson Park Thursdays through August 25: 6:30 pm Jackson Park http://www.county.milwaukee.gov/ConcertsintheParks11320.htm#jackson Concerts at Boerner Botanical Gardens Thursdays August 6 – August 27: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Free admission to the Gardens after 6:00pm on concert nights. Food and beverage available from Bartolotta Catering. http://www.boernerbotanicalgardens.org/boerner/support/e4-6.html Milwaukee County Parks Lifeguard Games and Awards with American Red Cross August 7 Bradford Beach http://www.bradfordbeachjam.com/events.php Nite-Glow Golf August 7 & 21: 6:30 pm – midnight Hansen Park For reservations call 414-453-4454 http://www.county.milwaukee.gov/NiteGlowGolf10336.htm Friends of Bradford Beach Family Day August 9 Bradford Beach http://www.bradfordbeachjam.com/events.php Back to School Festival August 9: 11:30 am – 6 pm This community outreach program gets children excited as they prepare to go back to school, providing them with school supplies and information to get ready to learn. King Center http://www.county.milwaukee.gov/CommunityNews8087.htm Nite-Glow Golf August 14 & 28: 6:30 pm – midnight Warnimont Park For reservations, call (414) 481-1400 http://www.county.milwaukee.gov/NiteGlowGolf10336.htm AVP Beach Volleyball Midwest Championships August 22 Bradford Beach http://www.bradfordbeachjam.com/sports.html 102.1 Labor Day Beach Party September 5 Live music featuring Cherry Pie Bradford Beach http://www.bradfordbeachjam.com/events.php
Jun 14th, 2009 by Laura Heller
July
We continue our series of great activities to enjoy in Milwaukee's parks this summer with events for July: Bastille Days, the return of the Air and Water Show, the Great Circus Parade, the US Bank PGA Tour, and of course city-wide Fourth of July festivities.
Jun 14th, 2009 by Laura Heller
June
Sure, June is well on its way, and with the advent of the first major festivals (PrideFest this past weekend, Polish Fest next weekend) and street parties (Locust Street Festival last weekend, Summer Soulstice on North Avenue this weekend), summer is officially here. Here's our slightly belated guide to everything you can do this month, all over Milwaukee, mostly for cheap or for free, in our beautiful and robust parks system, from glow-in-the-dark golf to beach volleyball to tranquil garden strolls.
Jun 14th, 2009 by Laura Heller
Upcoming Events for the Week of June 15th, 2009
June 15, 2009 Steering & Rules Committee Meeting June 15, 2009 1:30 pm The Steering and Rules committee, which consists of the Council President and the chairs of the other standing committees, formulate polices and rules for the Common Council, oversees charter schools, and considers extraordinary matters affecting multiple committees.[…] Historic Preservation Commission Meeting June 15, 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 […] June 16, 2009 Common Council Meeting June 16, 2009 9:00 am The Common Council exercises all policy-making and legislative powers of the city, including the adoption of ordinances and resolutions, the approval of the city’s annual budget, and the enactment of appropriation and tax levy ordinances. The council also has approval over the mayor’s appointments of cabinet heads to direct day-to-day operations of city departments. In […] Milwaukee County: Committee on Parks, Energy and Environment Meeting June 16, 2009 9:00 am All matters concerning county parks and parkways are the responsibility of this Committee. Members set policy for the parks department, organized recreation, cultural activities, the University Extension program, the Environmental Services Division of the Department of Public Works and Zoo park services. Members have jurisdiction over matters concerning the conservation of all uses […] Kinnickinnic River Trail Meeting June 16, 2009 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Groundwork Milwaukee and the NPS Rivers & Trails Program will be holding an Open House and to allow residents to provide your comments about the preliminary designs for trailheads along the Kinnickinnic River Trail.[…]
Jun 14th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Committee on Parks, Energy and Environment Meeting
All matters concerning county parks and parkways are the responsibility of this Committee. Members set policy for the parks department, organized recreation, cultural activities, the University Extension program, the Environmental Services Division of the Department of Public Works and Zoo park services. Members have jurisdiction over matters concerning the conservation of all uses of energy and make recommendations relating to conservation of air, water, energy and all other resources. Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 2nd Tuesday before the County Board Meeting Agenda
Jun 14th, 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
Jun 14th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Common Council Meeting
The Common Council exercises all policy-making and legislative powers of the city, including the adoption of ordinances and resolutions, the approval of the city’s annual budget, and the enactment of appropriation and tax levy ordinances. The council also has approval over the mayor’s appointments of cabinet heads to direct day-to-day operations of city departments. In addition to their powers as legislators, council members serve as district administrators, responsible to the citizens in their districts for city services. Agenda City Hall 200 East Wells St. Common Council Chambers Milwaukee, WI 53202
Jun 14th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Steering & Rules Committee Meeting
The Steering and Rules committee, which consists of the Council President and the chairs of the other standing committees, formulate polices and rules for the Common Council, oversees charter schools, and considers extraordinary matters affecting multiple committees. Agenda City Hall 200 East Wells Street, Room 301-B Milwaukee, WI 53202
Jun 14th, 2009 by Dave Reid
