Lincoln Park Project Update Informational Open House
The Lincoln Park and Milwaukee River Channels Sediment Project will be holding an informational open house to go over major project elements as we move forward toward project implementation. The open house will be held on Wednesday February 1, 2011 from 4-7 pm in the upper level of the Blatz Pavilion. We would like you to come and learn about the design for sediment removal and habitat restoration, ask questions and provide feedback as we move forward toward project permitting and bidding. We will also be having a 30 day comment period and public meeting for permitting requirements sometime in late March, early April 2011, which will be announced after the draft permits are completed. More information Location Blatz Pavilion, Upper Level 1301 West Hampton Avenue Milwaukee, WI
Jan 11th, 2011 by Dave Reid
Commission OKs Marriott — on one condition
The Milwaukee Historical Preservation Commission attempts a compromise for the proposed downtown hotel, but developers refuse to budge.
Jan 11th, 2011 by Patti Wenzel
Fierce quick-change highlights The Rep’s “39 Steps”
Versatile Rep vet Gerard Neugent and APT star John Pribyl perform a cavalcade of characters in the four-actor adaptation of epic comedy/mystery "The 39 Steps."
Jan 11th, 2011 by Brian Jacobson
Orchestras gone wild, big theater openings
Ilana Setapen featured in MYSO big concert, Perlman and a premiere at the MSO, The Rep turns to Hitchcock, Renaissance and Uprooted Theaters team up.
Jan 11th, 2011 by Tom Strini
What can Milwaukee look forward to in 2011?
Numerous signs point to a national economy that is recovering. Hiring has started to pick up, banks are starting to lend again, and locally 'failed' projects are slowly filling up. But everything isn't great just yet, as here in Wisconsin there is a 14 month supply of homes available on the market, and nationally unemployment sits at 9.4%.
Jan 10th, 2011 by Dave Reid
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 10. January 2011
The Urbanist’s Ideal Milwaukee County Executive Platform By Jeramey Jannene New design unveiled for downtown Marriott project By BizTimes Daily Take a spin through Milwaukee on two wheels By Renee Lorenz Barrett weighs in on vacant MPS buildings By Bobby Tanzilo Land sale endorsed for Mercy Housing By The Business Journal New downtown Marriott design won’t save all facades By Sean Ryan Motivated buyer looking for vacant school buildings By Patti Wenzel Former Gallun tannery buildings face wrecking ball By TomDaykin Known for walking tours preservation non-profit steps up advocacy role By Bob Puvis Real estate rebound By Matt Hrodey Marriott “compromise proposal” to be unveiled later Thursday By Tom Daykin Zipcars bring car sharing concept to Brew City By Molly Snyder Re-zoning approved for 5-story “vertical farm” By Real Estate Weekly Alderman blasts Barrett for support of Marriott project By Andrew Weiland Developer revising Marriott plan; saving some facades a ‘challenge’ By Tom Daykin Common sense means repaving, not widening, for I-94 By Gretchen Schuldt MCTS Service Changes Go Into Effect January 2nd By MCTS Next Act surpasses goal, starts building new theater in February By Jim Higgins Riding Milwaukee’s longest bus route By Molly Synder Next Act tops capital campaign goal By The Business Journal Park East amendment proposed for MSOE By Sean Ryan South Water Works project, in Walker’s Point, stages Next Act By Tom Daykin
Jan 10th, 2011 by Dave Reid
Queen of American Burlesque
Author Karen Abbott visits Milwaukee to promote her latest book, chronicling the misadventures of an American burlesque legend.
Jan 10th, 2011 by Rosy Ricks
Find enchantment in First Stage’s “The Magic Bicycle”
Playwright John Olive's vision comes to life on stage with the story of two teens and their journey through time and space in search of the meaning of family.
Jan 10th, 2011 by Peggy Sue Dunigan
In the wake of Arizona tragedy, political rhetoric heats up
After a tragic shooting in Tuscon, commentators seem more concerned with placing blame than with the victims themselves. It's time to take a step back, people.
Jan 10th, 2011 by Patti Wenzel
Upcoming Events for the Week of January 10th, 2010
January 10, 2011 Community & Economic Development Committee Meeting January 10, 2011 9:00 am The Community and Economic Development Committee hears matters relating to community development, block grants, job development, business improvement districts, city public relations, industrial land banks and revenue bonds, emerging business enterprises, recreation, cultural arts and the library system. The Community and Economic Development Committee meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, […] Historic Preservation Commission Meeting January 10, 2011 4:00 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 […] January 11, 2011 Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee Meeting January 11, 2011 9:00 am The Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee reviews issues relating to city development, zoning, historic preservation, incremental tax financing, building codes and housing projects. The Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted.[…] January 12, 2011 Public Safety Committee Meeting January 12, 2011 9:00 am The Public Safety Committee is concerned with issues brought forth from the fire, police, health and neighborhood services departments as well as traffic control, emergency medical services and parking. It also licenses alarm businesses and public passenger vehicles and drivers.[…] January 13, 2011 Finance & Personnel Committee Meeting January 13, 2011 9:00 am The Finance and Personnel Committee considers appropriations, finances, taxation, revenues, labor relations, personnel, pensions and other benefits, insurance, audits and city budget. The Finance and Personnel Committee meetings are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted.[…]
Jan 9th, 2011 by Dave Reid
Margaret Leng Tan’s mischief and mystery
The Queen of the Toy piano enchants a big crowd at Turner Hall. Osvaldo Golijov's tango-flavored "Last Round" thrills it.
Jan 9th, 2011 by Tom Strini
Ready, Set, SALE
When it comes to clothes, few of us get what we really want for Christmas. No worries - now is the time to stock up on those coveted items -for half the price.
Jan 8th, 2011 by Annie Vihtelic
