Green Drinks
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 Milwaukee and globally. Meet people in various green professions. Have a drink (alcoholic or not), order food (or not), but enjoy lively conversations and good ideas. Anyone interested in green and sustainability is welcome. No RSVP is necessary and feel free to pass this notice on to others who might be interested. Location: Club Charlies (located between Milwaukee St. and Broadway St. – across from MIAD in the third ward). 320 E. Menomonee, Milwaukee, WI 53202. The back area of the bar will be reserved for Milwaukee Green Drinks and there is lots of street parking out front.
Apr 7th, 2010 by Dave Reid
State of Downtown Economic Forum
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 Forum & Downtown Achievement Awards 9:30 am – Program Concludes RSVP RSVP to Pat Abram at 414.220.4700 ext. 21 or pat@milwaukeedowntown.com by Thursday, April 8. PARKING Limited valet parking available at the Wisconsin Club. Overflow parking available at the Library Lot at 815 West Wisconsin Avenue. The meeting is Thursday, April 15, at the Wisconsin Club, 900 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Apr 7th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Spring elections decided by a few
April elections don't draw big numbers, but those who do vote have changed the look of some area communities.
Apr 7th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
The United States of Plastic
An excavation of two wallets, several business card folios and a tin reveals a card for everything.
Apr 7th, 2010 by Brian Jacobson
Natural food co-ops enjoy healthy growth
“Taking the food system into our own hands was a very powerful thing.” — Pam Mehnert, General Manager for Outpost
Apr 7th, 2010 by Malcolm McDowell Woods
Sociopaths are People Too
David Byrne and Fatboy Slim create an album full of songs about...Imelda Marcos?
Apr 6th, 2010 by FanBeltMilwaukee
USE IT!
Bands and promoters! Submit your shows to the TCD/Fan-Belt events calendar. Who can argue with free promotion?
Apr 6th, 2010 by FanBeltMilwaukee
Government 101
Every day, decisions are being made about your community. From the trash pick-up on your block, to the operating hours of your corner pub, and even the fare increases for your downtown bus ride; a sophisticated and detailed process of government is in place to represent your interests. But, do you feel included in the discussion? When’s the last time you felt invested in a conversation about stop lights, lakefront parking, street salting, public school reform, local holidays, public parks, business districts, sales taxes, or job creation? Perhaps these aren’t the most riveting topics to you— but what if they could be? Join FUEL Milwaukee for Government 101, an interactive presentation and discussion about Milwaukee’s legislative structure. First, an expert presenter will explain the structure of local government, identify the decision makers and tell you how to get involved. Next, you’ll engage in informative round table discussions with local government experts, community leaders, and fellow members of the FUEL network. This event will help empower you to take your seat at the table. And, as always, you’ll meet dozens of interesting people and reconnect with old friends. This is Milwaukee—and you’re a part of it. REGISTRATION http://www.fuelmilwaukee.org/event/government101 Event registration includes full-belly appetizers and cash bar. Registration closes at 9 AM on event day. Early Bird (before April 23): $12 Members, $30 Non-members Late Registration (April 23-27): $15 Members, $35 Non-members Event Registration w/ New Membership: $50 (Register with this option and get FUEL membership and an event ticket! This will save you $12, and make you a part of the FUEL network. Purchase your event ticket here, and FUEL staff will follow up to complete your membership process.) **If you have an expertise in government and are interested in being a table host, please indicate that in your RSVP comments** LOCATION University Club 924 East Wells Street Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 United States
Apr 6th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Moving Towards Sustainable Development Through the Use of Pervious Pavement
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 different projects and pavement types. Dr. Willie Gonwa is a professional engineer at Symbiont who has worked in the fields of wastewater collection, storm water management, and flood protection since 1984. He has a doctorate in civil and environmental engineering from Marquette University. Dr. Gonwa has been responsible for the planning, permitting, design, and construction of dozens of projects involving storm water management and combined sewer overflow control. In addition to his work at Symbiont, Dr. Gonwa is an adjunct professor at the Milwaukee School of Engineering. More detailed information about the presentation will be available on the SARUP website at the following link: http://www.uwm.edu/SARUP/planning/smartgrowth/index.html Pizza will be provided, courtesy of the Department of Urban Planning. This lecture is registered for 1.0 CM Credits for AICP members. Please feel free to forward this email to anyone whom you know that might be interested in attending. Location: UWM AUP 345
Apr 6th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Surface Parking Lots are a Priority to be Developed
Surface lots damage the fabric of the city by creating gaps and dead spaces that are uncomfortable to the pedestrian.
Apr 6th, 2010 by Dave Reid
City Plan Commission Meeting
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 disposition and acquisition, new streets and the approval of development plans in certain overlay districts. City Plan Commission (CPC) meetings are held in the First Floor Boardroom at the Department of City Development, 809 North Broadway, unless otherwise noted. Agenda
Apr 6th, 2010 by Dave Reid
The not-so-guilty pleasures of Opening Day
Different civilizations have developed all kinds of rituals for celebrating Spring but can any compare to the first day of the baseball season?
Apr 6th, 2010 by Ted Bobrow
