Authentic Identity
Enhancing Milwaukee’s identity is an elusive endeavor. A city can both make and be given an identity. Some recent town center developments have tried to create identity with one massive all encompassing project.
Apr 11th, 2010 by Matthew Trussoni
Upcoming Events for the Week of April 12th, 2010
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. April 12, 2010 Milwaukee County: Committee on Economic and Community Development April 12, 2010 9:00 am The Milwaukee County Committee on Economic & Community Development oversees the administration of federal, state and local housing programs in the county, including the Urban Community Development Block Grant Program. Matters pertaining to economic development of Milwaukee County, including the best disposition of county properties, are decided by this Committee. It also makes decisions on […] City Plan Commission Meeting April 12, 2010 1:30 pm The City Plan Commission (CPC) is the City’s official planning body established under State statute and is responsible for master planning activities. The CPC advises the Common Council on a variety of land development issues including zoning map changes, revisions in the zoning ordinance, subdivision approvals, business improvement districts, street and alley vacations, public land […] April 13, 2010 Common Council Meeting April 13, 2010 9:00 am City Hall 200 East Wells St. Common Council Chambers Milwaukee, WI 53202[…] Milwaukee County: Committee on Parks, Energy and Environment Meeting April 13, 2010 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 of energy […] Moving Towards Sustainable Development Through the Use of Pervious Pavement April 13, 2010 12:00 pm to 1:20 pm Dr. Gonwa will review the types of pervious pavement that are available and how its use promotes sustainable development. Various examples from the Milwaukee area will be discussed and audience members will learn about pervious pavement technologies, preferred applications and uses for each technology, and the successes and failures of […] April 14, 2010 Green Drinks April 14, 2010 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Green Drinks is a monthly event where you can meet people, network, do a business deal, learn something new or maybe even find a job! Check out green drinks to get an idea of the scope of this movement! Join like-minded people in an informal and unstructured setting to talk about the latest sustainability happenings in […] April 15, 2010 State of Downtown Economic Forum April 15, 2010 7:30 am to 9:30 am Join the Downtown BID as Mayor Tom Barrett and County Executive Scott Walker share their perspectives on the current and future state of Downtown Milwaukee. Following the address, a brief program will recognize 2009 Downtown Achievement Award winners. Limited seating available. Register today. PROGRAM 7:30 am – Registration 7:45 am – Breakfast Served 8:00 am – State of Downtown Economic […] April 16, 2010 Gallery Night and Day April 16, 2010 12:00 am to 9:00 pm Gallery Night and Day is the premier art event in Milwaukee for […]
Apr 11th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Cherie’s bomb
The Runaways is based on Cherie Currie’s recently re-vamped autobiography, and is naturally meant to be her story. I wish it had been.
Apr 11th, 2010 by Jon Anne Willow
Cook Food-a Manualfesto
Lisa Jervis' "Cook Food: A Manualfesto for Easy, Healthy, Local Eating" is the perfect primer for both budding foodies and experienced gourmands alike.
Apr 11th, 2010 by Jennifer Kaufman
Public Hearing on UWM proposal for the County Grounds
Public hearing before the Wauwatosa Common Council on the UWM proposal for the County Grounds and Monarch Trail. Wauwatosa City Hall 76th and North Ave Wauwatosa, WI
Apr 10th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Planners as Leaders and Managers: Lessons from New Orleans
This lecture is free and open to the public. The Charles Causier Memorial Lecture is held annually at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Department of Urban Planning in honor of the late alumnus and colleague. Charles Causier worked passionately as a professional planner, citizen planner and inspirational educator. This marks the seventh year of the Causier Lecture. It has been registered for 1.5 CM credit hours. Dr. Ed Blakely holds a joint doctorate in Management and Education from the University of California at Los Angeles. He has over 40 years of international experience in the areas of urban and regional planning, disaster management, and sustainable development. In 2007, Dr. Blakely was appointed by Mayor C. Ray Nagin to lead the recovery of New Orleans, a post which Blakely held until 2009. He was charged with not only addressing the immediate damage from the hurricane but also with designing a comprehensive strategy to address pre-existing problems in New Orleans. Blakely was required to assemble a staff on short notice and with meager funding. He hopes that every project proposed will be completed within the next few years and will transform the economic, housing, and civic infrastructure of New Orleans. Dr. Blakely believes that New Orleans is the perfect storm because it can help planners and policy-makers to re-examine urban places and determine what is needed for them to be environmentally and economically resilient. Blakeley will review what we can learn from New Orleans, as well as ways to re-position a dying economy. He will also outline the best ways to include low-income groups in revitalization efforts. For additional information, please consult our website: http://www4.uwm.edu/sarup/planning/deptnews.html#2010causier. 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (reception to follow the lecture) UWM School of Architecture and Urban Planning (SARUP) – Room 170 2131 E. Hartford Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53201
Apr 10th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Committee on Economic and Community Development
The Milwaukee County Committee on Economic & Community Development oversees the administration of federal, state and local housing programs in the county, including the Urban Community Development Block Grant Program. Matters pertaining to economic development of Milwaukee County, including the best disposition of county properties, are decided by this Committee. It also makes decisions on the Research Park and the Airport Business Park. Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 2nd Monday before the County Board Meeting in room 203-R of the Milwaukee County Courthouse. Agenda
Apr 10th, 2010 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
Apr 10th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Common Council Meeting
City Hall 200 East Wells St. Common Council Chambers Milwaukee, WI 53202 Agenda
Apr 10th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Art is like freedom
Art of the State highlights the artistic voice of inmates and ex-offenders, opening our eyes to their point of view
Apr 10th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Project M keeps it local
Buying local doesn't just apply to groceries anymore. Project M keeps you in style and ensures that your hard-earned dollars stay in the community.
Apr 10th, 2010 by Emily Thungkaew
MSO Pops Movie Music
Guest Pops conductor Jack Everly focuses on big scores for big films in a well-prepared, well-performed concert.
Apr 10th, 2010 by Tom Strini
