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Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 21. December 2009
Wheelhouse restaurant property sold to land trust – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Invest in transit and the region’s future – JSOnline Milwaukee buys Tower Auto site « The Daily Reporter UWM campus plan advances « The Daily Reporter City acquisition of former Tower site closes – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: It’s official: city now owns big piece of ex-Tower Auto site – JSOnline New study ranks Madison and Milwaukee among best cities for business – BizTimes Affordable housing development planned for central city – BizTimes Rail tax revival renews opposition « The Daily Reporter RTA rejects car rental fee for 2010 – JSOnline Gift shop at former Pabst visitors center opens Saturday – JSOnline Funding sought to turn Melanec’s Wheelhouse site into riverfront park – JSOnline Abandoned Wheelhouse restaurant to become waterfront park – JSOnline Increase in Milwaukee County food-beverage tax approved – JSOnline Alderman questions for-profit college deal – JSOnline
Dec 21st, 2009 by Dave Reid
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 14. December 2009
Regents approve $50 million UWM water school plan – JSOnline Contamination clouds Milwaukee water school (UPDATE) « The Daily Reporter Smart Growth Around America » Blog Archive » Award-winning brownfields project created vibrant green space, jobs center Pabst project, Bayshore, 735 N. Water building win recognition – JSOnline White House Issues Open Government Directive — Government 2.0 — InformationWeek Downtown office tower expected in "near future" – JSOnline Housing, transit at center of water sale « The Daily Reporter Second Street project prompts two schools of thought (UPDATE) « The Daily Reporter OnMilwaukee.com Dining: Milwaukees street food guide UWM presenting Freshwater School plans to university board – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Government Offers Data to Miners – NYTimes.com Milwaukee World: Fed Appeals Court Finds Against Joe Kaye in D’Amato / Kohler Suit Port panel OKs Pieces of Eight plan (UPDATE) « The Daily Reporter UWM sharpens Water School focus on Greenfield Ave. site – JSOnline McClintock’s design for the Pieces of Eight site – JSOnline County Board panel to review UWM Tosa plan next week – JSOnline HUD officials again say "no" on Bookends North loan guarantee – JSOnline Bus system cuts route to ferry terminal UWM sharpens Water School focus on Greenfield Ave. site – JSOnline
Dec 14th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 07. December 2009
Brewers interested in land near Miller Park – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: TIF bill targets exemption trend (UPDATE) « The Daily Reporter SEWRPC’s challenge: Connect with public « The Daily Reporter ‘Road Rage’ Case Highlights Cyclist Vs. Driver Tension : NPR MIAD chooses General Capital for housing project – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: MIAD chooses General Capital building for 3rd Ward dorm – JSOnline Johnson Controls downtown plan includes ex-Universal Foods site – JSOnline Park is marvelous, as he would say – JSOnline Business leader backs Milwaukee County government overhaul – JSOnline Aloft hotel will open Dec. 17 – BizTimes Lubar shares ideas on ‘fixing’ Milwaukee – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Streetsblog New York City » In New Orleans, LaHood Unveils $280M in Streetcar and Bus Grants Empty land in Milwaukee’s north side getting redeveloped at last « Haas414 Common Council OKs apartment certification program – JSOnline Lengthy dispute limits options for Hoan’s future « The Daily Reporter MIAD chooses General Capital building for 3rd Ward dorm – JSOnline Transit bill links MPS overhaul, discounts, sales tax – JSOnline Asian carp found in Chicago canal during poisoning – JSOnline OnMilwaukee.com Dining: Midwests first Capriottis Sandwich Shop opens Monday Milwaukee to Bachowski: Piss or get off the pot! | Riverwest Neighborhood Johnson Controls division to stay – JSOnline Regional Transit Authority stuck in transit funding tangle – JSOnline Johnson Controls downtown plan includes ex-Universal Foods site – JSOnline OnMilwaukee.com Bars & Clubs: No-frills Bar None caters to anyone and everyone Johnson Controls says it’s NOT considering relocation to Tosa – JSOnline Council delays vote on Bookends North loan guarantee – JSOnline
Dec 7th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 30. November 2009
Extraordinary Observations: Thinking About Transportation Worldchanging: Bright Green: New Report: U.S. Road Funding From Non-Road Users Doubled in 25 Years Smart Growth on track – JSOnline State’s job market shows signs of stabilizing – JSOnline Menomonee Valley Industrial Center lands another award – JSOnline New Land sued over leaks at Riverbridge condos – JSOnline New Land, Marcoux to meet with HUD today on Bookends North financing appeal – BizTimes Milwaukee Common Council panel OKs Bookends deal – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Mitchell reports record traffic for October – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Streetsblog New York City » New Report: Road Funding From Non-Road Users Doubled in 25 Years 2010 budget conclusion : The Bay View Compass Sculptural Bicycle Racks by Discovery World (via… – MKE Bike Spotting Zoning panel gives prelim OK on Bookends North loan guarantee – JSOnline Community gardens planned in Bay View : The Bay View Compass Energy-producing apartments in Bay View win zoning OK – JSOnline Downsizing the house – Wisconsin Real Estate Blog | First Weber Group Real Estate Weekly for Wednesday, November 25, 2009 – BizTimes Counting bikes on buses – one at a time – JSOnline Roads, bridges and racks – JSOnline Nice racks – JSOnline 0424_hour_parking_permnt.pdf (application/pdf Object) OnMilwaukee.com Milwaukee Buzz: Summerfest to alter beer operation for 2010 Identity Theft for Cities | GOOD
Nov 30th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 23. November 2009
County could face another budget crisis in early 2010 – JSOnline OnMilwaukee.com Politics: The politics of the veto Council sustains Barrett’s veto on furloughs – JSOnline Wisconsin sees gain in October construction jobs – JSOnline The Political Environment: Guest Post About County Fiscal Policy And Jobs Comptroller: Bookends North city loan guarantee up in the air – JSOnline Brewers plan several upgrades to Miller Park – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Group seeks to revive Milwaukee River corridor « The Daily Reporter Park East project vote pushed back « The Daily Reporter New DOT Report Looks At Long-Term Transportation Needs In The State – Milwaukee News Story – WISN Milwaukee A behind-the-scenes look at Moderne maneuverings – JSOnline Milwaukee County Budget:Follow the process here | ThirdCoast Digest Mayoral veto will reduce tax levy – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Corinthian Colleges plans downtown Milwaukee campus – BizTimes Metro Milwaukee home sales climb 34 percent – BizTimes Long delayed Park East project seeks bond financing through city – BizTimes Multi-tenant building planned for south side – BizTimes Menomonee Valley marks 10 years of growth – JSOnline Long delayed Park East project seeks bond financing through city – BizTimes OnMilwaukee.com Milwaukee Buzz: Dont hang up that bike yet. Were going World Class Milwaukee Talkie: The People Speak: Citizens’ views on transportation, education reform, taxation Long-stalled Park East project moving forward – JSOnline Milwaukee will be water center, UW official says – JSOnline Menomonee Valley marks 10 years of growth – JSOnline Comptroller: Bookends North city loan guarantee up in the air – JSOnline A behind-the-scenes look at Moderne maneuverings – JSOnline Zoo Interchange bridges need immediate replacement, inspectors say – JSOnline Southeastern RTA back in action « The Daily Reporter D.C.’s Plan for Anacostia Trolley Runs Into Delays – washingtonpost.com OnMilwaukee.com Dining: No fondue for you: Melting Pot expansion plans on hold Developer plans $13 million office project north of downtown – JSOnline Modern bicycle lights enhance safety, but the best are pricey – JSOnline North side apartments proceeding with city loan – JSOnline Ian’s Pizza opens on east side in January – JSOnline
Nov 23rd, 2009 by Dave Reid
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 16. November 2009
Barrett makes it official: He’s running for governor – JSOnline Barrett says he’s healed, ready to run for governor – JSOnline UWM health school plans take shape – JSOnline Milwaukee a finalist for Spanish wind energy company – JSOnline A ‘W’ for Milwaukee – JSOnline GMC endorses MPS mayoral control bill – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Milwaukee considers design/build for City Hall project « The Daily Reporter Milwaukee County Supervisor Calls For Resignation Of Two Lawmakers – Milwaukee News Story – WISN Milwaukee The Moderne cuts costs and preserves design integrity – JSOnline State, federal funds to be used for Second Street makeover – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Metro Milwaukee real estate market becomes more balanced – Wisconsin Real Estate Blog | First Weber Group Republic boosts airport rebuilding effort « The Daily Reporter OnMilwaukee.com Milwaukee Buzz: Ask OMC: Whats up with the Humboldt Ave. bridge? Brewtown Gumshoe: Save Our City Metro Milwaukee home sales climb 33.9% – BizTimes Study says Milwaukee among safest for walking – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Milwaukee is finalist to be Spanish company’s North American headquarters – BizTimes ‘Green’ apartments have Plan Commission support – JSOnline Republic moving 800 jobs to Milwaukee – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Republic Airways to move jobs to Wisconsin – BizTimes State home sales up 5.8%, first increase since late 2007 – JSOnline Republic Airlines to move hundreds of jobs here – JSOnline Common Council Approves Property Tax Hike – Milwaukee News Story – WISN Milwaukee UWM water school at Greenfield Ave. site to cost $50 million – JSOnline Milwaukee shines a light on LED debate « The Daily Reporter Developers face long odds for housing money « The Daily Reporter Milwaukee World: PRIME DOWNTOWN PARKING LOT TAX-EXEMPT SINCE 2001 School of Freshwater Science | A void paved over with concrete – JSOnline Milwaukee County Board ditches wheel tax, OKs 3.8% levy hike – JSOnline Astronautics short list includes Pabst complex, Brookfield – JSOnline Doyle signs law to limit phosphorus in dishwasher soap – JSOnline Clark probe focuses on records of 2007 event – JSOnline MPtwo store at Cathedral Square closing – JSOnline Walker’s Point buildings sold; future development site – JSOnline Rozek makes abrupt departure from Dept. of City Development – JSOnline Rocky Rococo adding Milwaukee-area stores – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: OnMilwaukee.com Milwaukee Buzz: Ask OMC: Whats up with the Humboldt Ave. bridge? UW System urged to remove water consultant – JSOnline Supervisor Toni Clark is subject of secret criminal investigation – JSOnline AirTran adding new service to Dallas, partnership to serve six other cities – JSOnline Mitchell airport soars to September record – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Big changes in the air for Mitchell International travelers – JSOnline Design – Graceful Interchanges, Now Doubling as Civic Sculpture – NYTimes.com
Nov 16th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 09. November 2009
Walker’s Point buildings sold; future development site – JSOnline Kohl and Feingold call for stimulus funds for high-speed rail in Wisconsin – BizTimes Alderman: Go green or go away « The Daily Reporter Milwaukee Water System Lease Could Cost Community Millions Per Year — Food & Water Watch Local leaders revolt against wheel tax bill « The Daily Reporter Derse building wins LEED silver status – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: AirTran to expand service again in Milwaukee – BizTimes AirTran to further expand Mitchell service – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Menomonee Valley Industrial Center wins EPA award – JSOnline Milwaukee gets $300,000 brownfield grant Milwaukee organizations to get $320 million in allocation authority for new markets tax credits – BizTimes The Moderne ready to go – BizTimes What the Chancellor Said Help stop defunding of County Parks! | Riverwest Neighborhood Milwaukee council approves Moderne loan « The Daily Reporter Milwaukee council approves loans for The Moderne – BizTimes Moderne loans win committee OK; council approval likely – JSOnline Residents decry county budget cuts – JSOnline 12 News Investigates Why Zoo Interchange Project Slowed To Crawl – Milwaukee News Story – WISN Milwaukee Contractors prep for local preference showdown « The Daily Reporter City may offer free water to lure businesses – JSOnline Department of Interior bill includes funds for Hank Aaron Trail – BizTimes Southwest marks launch of Mitchell service – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: 15,000 reasons to worry about state’s lakes – JSOnline Owner plans to reuse pieces of historic Gipfel brewery – JSOnline Moderne’s property taxes will help pay Park East debt – JSOnline talgo-train-sale.pdf (application/pdf Object) Time running out on Hoan Bridge replacement – JSOnline Chicago firm eyes Milwaukee for properties – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Aldermen could raise garbage fee – JSOnline
Nov 8th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 02. November 2009
Charter Wire makes its move – JSOnline Big changes in the air for Mitchell International travelers – JSOnline EPA warns against rail sprawl « The Daily Reporter MEDC, other Wisconsin lenders get tax credit allocations – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Milwaukee County has a transit crisis – BizTimes KK River to be reengineered : The Bay View Compass Budget should reflect what Milwaukee values : The Bay View Compass The legacy of city’s segregation – JSOnline Amtrak plans Wi-Fi, more security – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Bizjournals – Prime Milwaukee River Waterfront Development Site, Multifamily (land), 2056 N Commerce Street, Milwaukee, WI Time running out on Hoan Bridge replacement – JSOnline JBK, Hammes settle development contract dispute – JSOnline Cost analysis on Hoan Bridge needed soon – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Mitchell airport soars to September record – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Kaplan University opens center in downtown Milwaukee – BizTimes Developer drops plan to buy Columbia Hospital complex – JSOnline The Political Environment: UWM Commits To Suburbanization Charter Wire is in the process of moving its operations ZND delays vote on loans for The Moderne – BizTimes UWM stays dedicated to Wauwatosa research facility – JSOnline Craft brewers worry about tighter water supplies – JSOnline Parking meters for Lincoln Memorial Drive still in 2010 budget : The Bay View Compass Conservancy gives Milwaukee County Parks $14,000 for ecological restoration in the Root River Watershed : The Bay View Compass Milwaukee seeks louder city voice on local RTA board « The Daily Reporter Moderne loan decision delayed until Nov. 3 (4:13 p.m. 10/27/09) « The Daily Reporter Unions rally for shot at Moderne « The Daily Reporter OnMilwaukee.com Milwaukee Buzz: Forbes.com: Milwaukee is Americas second safest city Rental inspection plan wins prelim city OK – JSOnline Bill would pass MPS leadership control to mayor – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Commission’s Flood Control Plan Includes Demolishing Houses – Milwaukee News Story – WISN Milwaukee Bank gains partial control of Park Lafayette condo towers – JSOnline Transit ideas from other cities – Time Out Chicago Capmark Files for Bankruptcy : Bizzia – Business News and Commentary – Finance and Business Tips
Nov 2nd, 2009 by Dave Reid
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 26. October 2009
Comptroller’s report raises concerns about The Moderne – BizTimes Badger Guns case brings probation – JSOnline UWM meets with neighbors on Freshwater School site – JSOnline Despite Cudahy cash vanishing, UWM still plans for Tosa – JSOnline Developer proposes apartments for east side site – JSOnline BikeSkirt » Blog Archive » Bike Shop visit-Ben’s Cycles/Milwaukee Bicycle Co. WHEDA awards $102 million in stimulus money (3:38 p.m. 10/22/09) « The Daily Reporter Apartment projects get federal stimulus cash – JSOnline The Political Environment: Faculty Opponents To Wauwatosa Expansion Discovering Their Opinions Count Little UWM water school could wash away blight « The Daily Reporter Developer proposes apartments for east side site – JSOnline A sneak preview of the case for city high-rise financing – JSOnline Opus North will build MU College of Engineering facility – BizTimes City projects face cuts « The Daily Reporter WisDOT property could solve parking problem « The Daily Reporter Doyle: Mayoral control of MPS key to getting stimulus money – JSOnline Milwaukee Talkie: Milwaukee city and county budgets not for the faint-hearted ‘Green’ project in Riverwest neighborhood wins funding – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: New Bloomingdale Trail Access Points Connect Neighborhoods The Bloomingdale Trail: Urban Oasis or Devil’s Playground? | Feature | Chicago Reader The Urbanophile » Blog Archive » New York: Leadership in Transportation Design One at North End almost completely leased – BizTimes City projects face cuts « The Daily Reporter WisDOT property could solve parking problem « The Daily Reporter Former hotel site remains a vacant lot – JSOnline
Oct 26th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 19. October 2009
KK River project siphons from city tax base « The Daily Reporter The Political Environment: Former High-Profile Milwaukee Ald. Mike D’Amato Hired As Waukesha Water Consultant Zilber unveils ambitious plans to redevelop Milwaukee neighborhoods – BizTimes Zilber districts unveil plans – JSOnline Milwaukee Talkie: Pittsburgh’s model of school governance reform OnMilwaukee.com Politics: Gun debate triggers grandstanding, hand-wringing OnMilwaukee.com Politics: Waukesha thirst puts pressure on Milwaukee ‘You don’t have a hometown airline anymore’ – BizTimes OnMilwaukee.com Sports: 19 years later, Wilt returns to lead the Wave Career Decision: Full Circle with the Milwaukee Wave | Pitch Invasion County seeks state funds for Estabrook Dam – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Board Approves $100M Engineering School County board approves furlough days – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Large Asian market proposed for northwest side – JSOnline Unions, trades lobbying Milwaukee officials for loans for apartment building projects – BizTimes New Land apartment tower seeks Plan Commission approval – JSOnline Barrett’s proposed cuts to arts, services decried – JSOnline Saint John’s high-rise groundbreaking set for Thursday – JSOnline Commercial building planned for vacant Brady Street lot – BizTimes Peter Wilt to join the Wave – JSOnline Brownfields as renewable energy sources? Say yes! « Haas414 Ex-warehouse, originally planned as condos, selling for offices – JSOnline BikeSkirt » Blog Archive » Milwaukee Bike Collective Amtrak Hiawatha ridership down – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Wanted, New Alderman for Downtown 4th district Suburbs call 36% water rate increase unfair – JSOnline Another Upside to E-ZPass: Healthier Babies – Real Time Economics – WSJ
Oct 19th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 12. October 2009
Unpopular fixes required to cut Milwaukee County budget deficit, report says – JSOnline City of Lakes Urbanism: Top 100 Urban Thinkers: #1: Jane Jacobs Extraordinary Observations: How Bike Commuting Changed the Way I Think OnMilwaukee.com Politics: Waukeshas thirst for lake water raises questions Home sales in Milwaukee County up 7.7% – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Developer accepts Milwaukee hiring law « The Daily Reporter Time for regional transit is now, advocates say Streetcar project budget challenges Milwaukee planners « The Daily Reporter Milwaukee Considering Bringing Streetcars Back Downtown – Milwaukee News Story – WISN Milwaukee OnMilwaukee.com Politics: Supervisors dive in to battle Walker on public pools Palermo’s plans to expand in Valley – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: kathryn e. martin’s first permanent public artwork unveiled tonight – JSOnline CricketToes: Ride the Cream City Rickshaw Harbor Commission approves Pieces of Eight plan – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Newberry Boulevard named one of America’s ‘Great Streets’ – JSOnline Work stoppage, bad publicity hurt Park Lafayette – JSOnline Riverfront lot seeks cleanup for possible development – JSOnline Between the Bars: Shop Local, Contribute 2009 Milwaukee Bike Commuter: Bike Parking at the Courthouse Milwaukee, Water Council awarded economic development grants – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: NIMBY Wars: Everyone in zoning and land use has a political agenda « Saint Consulting Von Briesen seeks new headquarters – BizTimes One at North End almost completely leased – BizTimes The Point on the River hits 50% condo sales mark – JSOnline Milwaukee Condo & Real Estate Scene: Downtown Milwaukee Condo Market Update: October 1, 2008 – October 1, 2009 Pieces of Eight project prompts zero hearings « The Daily Reporter Park Lafayette condo towers in foreclosure – JSOnline Living in a green ‘hood – The Globe and Mail Dueling high-rise projects face off – JSOnline GLUEspace » Blog Archive » Shelby’s Favorite: Sweet Water Organics in Milwaukee Pieces of Eight restaurant proposal gets city review – JSOnline OnMilwaukee.com Bars & Clubs: Big changes at two Downtown spots, one remodel and a sale Clock ticking for Bradley Center – JSOnline Wisconsin Tower downtown condos hit with foreclosure suit – JSOnline Palermo’s expanding Menomonee Valley headquarters – JSOnline Work stoppage, bad publicity hurt Park Lafayette – JSOnline Park Lafayette condo towers in foreclosure – JSOnline The Point on the River hits 50% condo sales mark – JSOnline River Skimmer keeps downtown waterway clear of debris – JSOnline Tickets remain for next Cincinnati Subway Tour Mandel to join First Place condo project – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Park Lafayette condos face foreclosure suit – JSOnline Pieces of Eight project prompts zero hearings « The Daily Reporter
Oct 12th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 05. October 2009
Milwaukee-Madison rail route still on track despite Olympic vote – JSOnline Real Estate: Aldermen ponder loan proposal for The Moderne – BizTimes OnMilwaukee.com Milwaukee Buzz: Downer Ave. improvements have begun Wisconsin submits federal application for high-speed rail – BizTimes OnMilwaukee.com Politics: Bar opponents play the not in my backyard card Milwaukee road fix relies on local patience « The Daily Reporter Contractors: Local company not local « The Daily Reporter Greenfield Ave. looms as possible water school choice – JSOnline MATC, Johnson Controls to build state’s largest solar power project – JSOnline Contractors to contest lost Milwaukee contracts « The Daily Reporter Water Council forum to focus on Milwaukee’s future – BizTimes Saint John’s completes bond sale for tower, will break ground Oct. 15 – BizTimes The Urbanophile: Planning and Free Market Density Is Milwaukee’s Water Industry Dream a Hoax? – Murphy’s Law – Milwaukee Magazine Moderne gets preliminary fed OK on loan guarantee – JSOnline Saint John’s completes bond sale for expansion, will break ground Oct. 15 – BizTimes The New Face of Downtown Milwaukee « Urban Engagement Webcity Walker economic development plan could find backers – JSOnline Proposed freshwater school site needs help – JSOnline Frequently Asked Questions About The Chicago Tunnel Company Wisconsin submits federal application for high-speed rail – BizTimes entrepreneurial_univ09.pdf (application/pdf Object) Mo’s Irish Pub’s Tosa parking expansion plan wins key vote – JSOnline Historic First Wisconsin building gets a makeover – JSOnline HUD approves loan for downtown high rise – JSOnline von Briesen & Roper looking for new, larger headquarters – JSOnline The Urbanophile: Planning and Free Market Density Moderne gets preliminary fed OK on loan guarantee – JSOnline
Oct 5th, 2009 by Dave Reid
